Uniden BCT12 Operations Instructions

IntroductionWelcomeCongratulations on your purchase of the BCT-12 HighwayInformation System & Pre-programmed Warning Scanner!State-of-the-art engi

4. Snap the windshieldmounting clip onto theBCT-12.5. Slide the plastic windshieldmounting clip into the metalmounting bracket.The mounting clip locks

6. Place the bracket and theBCT-12 in the proper locationon the windshield of yourvehicle and press the suctioncups firmly against thewindshield. If t

Connecting the PowerDirect ConnectionWARNING: The BCT-12 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-12.Note: Ensure the cord does not interfere with vehicleoperation or 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 counterclockwise topower on the scanner. Adjustthe volume about 1/4 turn.2. During p

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

4. Sometimes when you open the Squelch, you may trigger theAlert feature even though no highway patrol cars are in thearea. If this happens, turn the

Selecting the StateSee the foldout inside the front cover or your Quick ReferenceGuide for key positions.1. Select the state you are operating in by p

State and Canadian Province CodesCode State Code StateAK Alaska NM New MexicoAL Alabama NV NevadaAR Arkansas NY New YorkAZ Arizona OH OhioCA Californi

Terms and DefinitionsFrequency Radio signals are sent as waves through the air. Thesewaves move up and down. A frequency is the number oftimes in a ce

Selecting the Frequencies to ScanOnce you have selected the State or Canadian province, you areready to select the frequencies you want to scan.Scanni

Scanning Local Police FrequenciesThis mode scans only the local police and county sherifffrequencies. Mobile extenders and other enforcement channels

1. To scan highway patrol andlocal police frequencies,press theMkey repeatedlyuntil HL is blinking on theLED display.2. The LP and HP LED’s willlight

2. When the BCT-12 detects anactive frequency, it displaysNW in the LED display. TheBCT-12 will stop for twoseconds, and then resumescanning with NW b

Scanning All FrequenciesNote: The Weather Alert and Priority Alert features are notactive in this mode.1. To scan all frequencies(except Weather), pre

Turning Priority Alert On/OffTo turn priority alert off while in HP, LP, HL, or DOT Mode:Press and Hold theAkeyfor 1.5 seconds. Aconfirmation beep sou

Muting the Priority AlertWhile in the highway patrol mode you can turn off the alarm toneduring the time you are listening to a frequency or disable t

2. While scanning, the BCT-12will display WX in the LEDdisplay. When the BCT-12detects an active frequency, itdisplays the weather channelin the LED d

Deleting FrequenciesSome frequencies that have been pre-programmed into yourBCT-12 may not be of immediate interest to you, may beexperiencing interfe

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

Memory BackupYour BCT-12 has a memory backup system that remembers yourfrequency selections and deletions when you turn off the unit. Thismemory lasts

TroubleshootingIf your BCT-12 is not performing properly, try the steps listedbelow.PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTIONScanner is not working properly.Check pow

Optional AccessoriesThe following optional accessories for your BCT-12 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 Sen

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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. Weather Alert LED4. Alert Mode LED 8. Local P

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Included with Your BCT-12 ScannerIf any of these items are missing, please contact your place ofpurchase.4OFFMUTEMODEALERTL/0HOLDSTATEThe BCT-12 Highw

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-12 uses a highly sensitive antenna to receive radiosignals. Its sensitivity and range depend on the method ofinstallation and the

Installing the AntennaBCT-12 Antenna1. Pinch the sides of theantenna and attach it to theBCT-12.Window Mount Antenna1. Mount the antenna on theinside

Caution: Be sure the cable is out of the way of anyone getting inor out of the car.3. Plug the cable’s BNCconnector into the BCT-12.Mounting the BCT-1

2. Slide the clip over the front ofthe visor.3. Adjust the angle of theantenna as close to straightup or down as possible.Note: You can remove and rep

Windshield Mounting1. Find a good position for the BCT-12 on your windshield. Referto the Helpful Tips on page 5 for some guidelines on mountingpositi