Uniden Bct12 Highway Warning Scanner Owners Manual

Memory Backup
Your BCT-12 has a memory backup system that remembers your
frequency selections and deletions when you turn off the unit. This
memory lasts permanently without any external power to the unit.
Birdies
There may be situations where your BCT-12 emits strange sounds
through its speaker. This should be a temporary situation that will
change as you drive. If the situation does not change, no matter
what your location, you may consider locking out these channels
with the
Lkey. If your scanner...

Troubleshooting
If your BCT-12 is not performing properly, try the steps listed
below.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Scanner is not working properly.Check power cord and in-line
fuse.
Check the Volume and
Squelch settings.
Signal is weak or distorted.Check antenna and antenna
connection, or change
antenna.*
Improper reception.Check antenna and antenna
connection, or change
antenna.*
Reposition scanner.
Scan won’t stop. Check Squelch adjustment.
Check antenna and antenna
connection, or change
antenna.*...

Optional Accessories
The following optional accessories for your BCT-12 are available
from your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden Customer
Service Center by calling: (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Central, Monday through Friday.
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Windshield Mounting
Bracket and HardwareVisor Clip Mounting
BracketBCT-12 Antenna
Cigarette Adapter Power
Cord
BCT 12
SCANNER
OperatingGuide
HOLDL/0STATEMUTEMODEALERTHI
GHWA
Y
SY
ST
EMHIG
YW
STEYOFF
BCT-12 Operating GuideStraight Power Cord
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External...

Specifications
Size: 76W X 136.5D X 33H
Weight: 180 g
Power: 13.8 VDC
Operating Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to +60° C (+140°
F)
Antenna: 50Wimpedance
RF Sensitivity:
(FM 12dB signal to noise ratio at 3kHz deviation)
37.02 - 46.02 MHz 0.3mV
138.3450 - 172.0200 MHz
0.4mV
423.0000 - 508.4875 MHz
0.5mV
Frequency Coverage: VHF Low Band
37.02 - 46.02 MHz
VHF High Band
138.3450 - 172.0200 MHz
UHF Band
423.0000 - 508.4875 MHz
806.0125 - 868.9875 MHz
Audio Output: Max 1W
Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and...

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Precautions
Before you use this scanner, please observe the following:
WARNING!
Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to be
waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or
damage to the unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
IMPORTANT!
The installation, possession, or use of this scanning radio in a
motor vehicle may be prohibited, regulated, or require a permit
in certain states, cities, and/or local jurisdiction. Your local law
enforcement officials should be...

Controls and Indicators
ALARM LED 5. 1. Highway Patrol LED
2. MUTE LED 6. HOLD LED
3. 2-Digit LED Display 7. Weather Alert LED
4. Alert Mode LED 8. Local Police LED
OFF
B
C
D
E
F
GJ H
KI I
I
L
M A
MUTEMODEALERTL/0
HOLDSTATE
A. DC Input
B. External
Speaker Out
C. On/Off Volume
D. ALERT Key
A
E. HOLD KeyH
F. Control Panel
G. STATE Key
S
H. Windshield
Bumpers
I. Antenna
J. MUTE Key
m
K. Squelch Control
L. MODE Key
M
M. L/O (Lock Out)
Key
L
MUTE
HOLDALT HP
LP W/A
1
2345
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Uniden® and Bearcat® are registered trademarks of Uniden
America Corporation.
CONTENTS
Introduction .............................................................................................1
Welcome..........................................................................................1
Features ..........................................................................................1
Terms and Definitions......................................................................2...

One Year Limited Warranty
Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty
service.
WARRANTOR:UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY:Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail
owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship
with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
WARRANTY DURATION:This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be
of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale....

PAT. UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING
U.S. PATENT NUMBERS:
3,883,808, 3,961,261, 3,962,644, 3,974,450
3,974,452, 3,987,400, 3,996,521, 3,996,522
4,000,468, 4,027,251, 4,057,760, 4,092,594
4,100,497, 4,114,103, 4,123,715, 4,153,877
4,156,193, 4,157,505, 4,179,662, 4,219,821
4,270,217, 4,398,304, 4,409,688, 4,455,679
4,461,036, 4,521,915, 4,627,100, 4,888,815
4,932,074, 4,947,456, 5,014,348, DES 253,173
DES 272,737, RE 31,523
©1996 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved.
Printed in the...