Uniden BC72XLT Owner's Manual

BC72XLTOWNER’SMANUALOWNER’S MANUALBC72 Paper OM.fm Page 1 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM

10IntroductionThis table lists the frequency ranges, default frequency step, default mode (AM or FM), and type of transmissions you can hear for each

11Feature HighlightsFeature HighlightsClose CallTM RF Capture Technology - you can set the scanner so it detects and provides information about nearby

12Feature HighlightsKey Lock - lets you lock the scanner's keys to help prevent accidental changes to the scanner's programming.Direct Acces

13Feature HighlightsTo get the most from this manual, review the contents to become familiar with the basic functions available. If you are new to sca

14Understanding ScanningUnderstanding ScanningThis section provides you with background on how scanning works. You don’t really need to know all of th

15Understanding Scanningthis was the primary way that radio systems operated. Even today, there are many 2-way radio users who operate using a convent

16Understanding Scanninglisten for activity on the output frequency and transmit on the input frequency. Since the repeater is located very high, ther

17Understanding Scanning• svartifoss2.fcc.gov/reports/index.cfm * - conventional frequency information on file with the US Government* - This web site

18Included With Your ScannerIncluded With Your ScannerIf any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Unid

19Setting Up Your ScannerThese guidelines will help you install and use your new scanner: • If your scanner receives interference or electrical noise,

2PrecautionsPrecautionsBefore you use this scanner, please read and observe the following. IMPORTANT!This scanning radio has been manufactured so tha

20Setting Up Your Scanner WARNING! Set REG. ALK. BATT./NI-MH BATT. to NI-MH BATT. only if you are using rechargeable batteries. Never attempt to rec

21Setting Up Your ScannerCautions:• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.• Always remove old or weak batteries. Batterie

22Setting Up Your Scanner WARNING! Do not connect either adapter to the scanner if non-rechargeable batteries (such as alkaline batteries) are insta

23Setting Up Your Scanner• For longer operation, you can also use high-capacity Ni-MH batteries to power the scanner. This type of battery takes longe

24Setting Up Your ScannerConnecting an Optional AntennaThe scanner's BNC connector makes it easy to connect a variety of optional antennas, inclu

25Setting Up Your ScannerAttaching the Belt ClipTo make your scanner easier to carry when you are on the go, use the supplied belt clip. Use a Phillip

26About Your ScannerAbout Your ScannerWe use a few simple terms in this manual to explain the features of the scanner. Familiarize yourself with these

27About Your ScannerA Look At The KeypadYour scanner's keys have various functions labeled on the key tops and below the keys. To select the func

28About Your ScannerScan/Src Scan – Scans the stored channels.Func + Src – Starts chain search or resumes searching./ – Turns the display backlight on

29About Your Scanner5/Dly 5 – Enters a 5.Func + Dly – Sets and turns the delay function on or off.6/PSrc 6 – Enters a 6.Func + PSrc – Sets and turns p

3Precautionsdamage if the volume suddenly becomes too loud because of the volume control or squelch control setting. This might be particularly true o

30About Your ScannerA Look At The DisplayThe display has indicators that show the scanner's current operating status. The display information hel

31About Your ScannerSCN - appears when you scan channels.HOLD - appears during scan hold mode and search hold mode.L/O - appears when you manually sel

32About Your ScannerUnderstanding BanksService BanksThe scanner is preprogrammed with all the frequencies allocated to the weather, ham, marine, aircr

33OperationOperationTurning On The Scanner and Setting SquelchNote: Make sure the scanner's antenna is connected before you turn it on.1. Turn Sq

34Operation2 seconds after the end of a transmission before scanning proceeds to the next channel. To turn the function off or on, press Func + Dly.•

35Operationpress Func + or Func + to step through the frequencies.To release the hold and continue searching, press Hold. Or, if you did not press

36Operationtransmission, it stops on it. When the transmission ends, the scanner resumes scanning.Notes:• If you have not stored frequencies into any

37Special FeaturesSpecial FeaturesClose CallTM RF Capture TechnologyYour scanner's Close Call feature lets you set the scanner so it detects then

38Special Features• Close Call works better with some types of transmissions than others. It might not correctly display frequency information for tra

39Special FeaturesIf you selected C-C.Alt, skip to Step 5. If you selected C-C.PS, skip to Step 7.3. Repeatedly press or until the band you want t

4BC72XLT Controls and DisplayBC72XLT Controls and DisplaySquelchBC72XLT Controls and DisplayHeadphone JackVolumeDisplayDC 6VKeypadPowerJackBC72 Paper

40Special Features6. Repeatedly press or until the option you want appears, then press E to select it. Otherwise, press if you do not want to sel

41Special FeaturesTo turn on the Close Call feature and turn off normal scanning, press Func + twice. flashes. To turn off Close Call and turn on

42Special FeaturesPress 0-9 to enable or disable the search bank number being searched in this mode. Enabled bank numbers appear. (Disabled bank numbe

43Special FeaturesThe scanner sets itself to program mode after you store a frequency.Setting the Search RangeYou can use this mode to define the sear

44Special Features3. Press Func + or Func + . The scanner searches, starting from the frequency you entered in Step 2. If you enter a frequency tha

45Special FeaturesStoring Frequencies Found During Direct Entry Search into Channel MemoryFollow these steps to store frequencies received during dire

46Special FeaturesTo skip a frequency, press Func and L/O when the scanner stops on the frequency during a search or a search hold. The scanner stores

47Special Features2 seconds after the transmission stops before resuming scanning or searching. The scanner automatically sets a delay when you store

48Special Featuresing Out Channels” on Page 48). The bank number flashes when the scanner scans a channel that belongs to the bank.Notes:• You can man

49Special FeaturesIf the priority feature is turned on, as the scanner scans the bank, it checks that bank's priority channel for activity every

5ContentsContentsThe FCC Wants You To Know ... 7Scanning Legally ... 7Introduc

50Special FeaturesUsing the Display BacklightTo turn on the display light for easy viewing at night, press . The display lights for 15 seconds. To tu

51TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf your BC72XLT is not performing properly, try the following steps. Problem Possible Cause SuggestionThe scanner does

52TroubleshootingScan won’t stop (continued)The antenna might need to be adjusted.Check the antenna connection.One or more channels might be locked ou

53TroubleshootingResetting the ScannerIf the scanner's display locks up or stops operating properly, you might need to reset the scanner.Caution:

54Care and MaintenanceCare and MaintenanceKeep the scanner dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the scanner only in normal temp

55Care and Maintenance• Clean the outside of the scanner with a mild detergent. • To prevent scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Be c

56SpecificationsSpecificationsSpecificationsCertified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15, Subpart C, as of date of manu-facture. Cha

57SpecificationsSensitivity (SINAD 12 dB) 25.005 MHz (AM) ... 0.5 µV 40.840 MHz (FM) ...

58SpecificationsIF Frequencies 1st IF (25-174 MHz)...380.6050-380.7000 MHz 1st IF (406-512 MHz) ...380.6125-380.7000 MHz 2nd IF ...

59Optional AccessoriesOptional AccessoriesContact your local Uniden Dealer or call the Uniden Parts Center at: (800)554-3988, 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST, Mo

6ContentsLocking Out Channels ... 48Priority ... 48Using K

60One-Year Limited Warranty One-Year Limited War-rantyImportant: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AME

61One-Year Limited WarrantyAND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERAT

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7The FCC Wants You To KnowThe FCC Wants You To KnowThis scanner has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a scanning receiver, pursuant

8The FCC Wants You To KnowHowever, there are some transmissions that you should never intentionally listen to. These include: • Telephone conversation

9IntroductionIntroductionThank you for purchasing a Uniden BC72XLT Handheld Scanner. The scanner is versatile, compact, and easy to use. In addition