Uniden BCT-10 User Manual

IntroductionWelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the BCT-10 HighwayInformation System & Scanning Radio! State-of-the-artengineering and adva

4. Snap the windshieldmounting clip onto theBCT-10.5. Slide the plastic windshieldmounting clip into the themetal mounting bracket.The mounting clip l

6. Place the bracket and theBCT-10 in the proper locationon the windshield of yourvehicle and press the suctioncups firmly against thewindshield. If t

Connecting the PowerDirect ConnectionWARNING: The BCT-10 is designed to operate only with 12V DC,negative ground power systems. Operation of the unito

3. Run the power cord from the fuse box to the BCT-10.Note: Ensure the cord does not interfere with vehicle operationor cause a tripping hazard.4. Plu

When installing the power cord, make sure that:• The socket is clean to allow proper contact.• The power cord does not block the antenna area of the u

Operating InstructionsApplying Power1. Turn the OFF/VOLUMEcontrol counter clockwise topower on the scanner. Adjustthe volume about 1/4 turn.2. During

Adjusting the SquelchThink of the Squelch Control as a gate.1. Turn the SQUELCH control fully counterclockwise. This raisesthe “Squelch Gate” so high

3. Turn the SQUELCH conrol back counter clockwise just untilthe hiss stops. Now the “Squelch Gate” allows only strongsignals through.4. Sometimes when

Selecting the State1. Select the state you areoperating in by pressingtheSkey repeatedly. Ifyou press and hold theSkey for 2 seconds, theselector move

State CodesCode State Code StateAK Alaska NM New MexicoAL Alabama NV NevadaAR Arkansas NY New YorkAZ Arizona OH OhioCA California OK OklahomaCO Colora

Terms and DefinitionsFrequency Radio signals are sent as waves through theair. These waves move up and down. Afrequency is the number of times in a ce

Selecting the Frequencies to ScanScanning All FrequenciesNote: The Alert feature is not active in this mode.1. To scan all frequencies(except Weather)

Scanning Highway Patrol Frequencies1. To scan highway patrolfrequencies exclusively,press theMkey repeatedlyuntil HP is blinking in theLED display.2.

Scanning All Police Frequencies1. To scan highway patrol andlocal police frequencies,press theMkeyrepeatedly until LP isblinking on the LED display.2.

Highway Patrol AlarmIn most cases, when you arewithin three miles of ahighway patrol unit, and amobile extender is in use,your BCT-10 will set off avi

2. The LR and SR LED’stoggle and you hear twoshort beeps once eitherstandard or long rangemode is selected.Setting the Highway Patrol Alarm VolumeYou

Muting the Highway Patrol AlarmWhile in the highway patrol mode you can turn off the alarm toneduring the time you are listening to a frequency or dis

To disable the alarm tone permanently:1.Press and Hold themkeyfor two seconds.2. You hear a two beeps andthe MUTE LED comes on.Note: When the MUTE LED

Monitoring Weather Frequencies1. To monitor weatherfrequencies, press theMkeyrepeatedly until WX isblinking on the LED display.2. While scanning, the

Deleting FrequenciesSome frequencies that have been preprogrammed into yourBCT-10 may not be of immediate interest to you, or a frequencymay be experi

Restoring Deleted FrequenciesPlease note that you can only restore all deleted frequencies at thesame time.To restore the deleted frequencies:1. Make

UnpackingCarefully remove all items from the box. If there is any visibledamage, do not operate the equipment. Notify your dealer orshipping carrier i

Using HOLD to Stay on a Selected FrequencyWhen scanning stops on a desired frequency, you can lock ontothat frequency for as long as you like.To monit

If the BCT-10 stops on an undesired frequency, press theHkeytwice to force the unit to start scanning again before the end of thattransmission.BE CARE

TroubleshootingIf your BCT-10 is not performing properly, try the steps listedbelow.PROBLEMPOSSIBLE SOLUTIONScanner is not working properly.Check powe

Optional AccessoriesThe following optional accessories for your BCT-10 are availablefrom your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden CustomerServic

SpecificationsSize: 76W X 136.5D X 33HWeight: 180 gPower: 13.8 VDCOperating Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to +60° C (+140° F)Antenna: 50Ω impedanceRF Se

BCT-10HIGHWAY INFORMATION SYSTEM &PREPROGRAMMED WARNING SCANNERUBZZ01258ZZMUTEMODEALARML/0HOLDSTATEHIGHWAYSYSTEMMUTEMODEALARML/0HOLDSTATESOFFOpera

PrecautionsBefore you use this scanner, please observe the following:WARNING!Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to bewaterproof.

Controls and IndicatorsALARM LED 5.1. Highway Patrol LED2. MUTE LED 6. HOLD LED3. 2 Digit LED Display 7. Long Range LED4. Standard Range LED 8. Local

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One Year Limited WarrantyImportant: Evidence of original purchase is required for warrantyservice.WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)ELEM

Included with Your BCT-10 ScannerIf any of these items are missing, please contact your place ofpurchase.OFFMUTEMODEALARML/0HOLDSTATEHIGHWAYSYSTEMThe

PAT. UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWINGU.S. PATENT NUMBERS:3,883,808, 3,961,261, 3,962,644, 3,974,4503,974,452, 3,987,400, 3,996,521, 3,996,5224,000,4

InstallationThe BCT-10 uses a highly sensitive antenna to receive radiosignals. Its sensitivity and range depend on the method ofinstallation and the

Installing the AntennaBCT-10 Antenna1. Pinch the sides of theantenna and attach it tothe BCT-10.Flexible Mobile Antenna1. Mount the antenna on theinsi

Caution:Be sure the cable is out of the way of anyone getting in orout of the car.3. Plug the cable’s BNCconnector into the BCT-10.Mounting the BCT-10

2. Slide the clip over the frontof the visor.3. Adjust the angle of theantenna as close tostraight up or down aspossible.Note: You can remove and repl

Windshield Mounting1. Find a good position for the BCT-10 on your windshield. Referto the Helpful Tips on page 5 for some guidelines on mountingpositi