Uniden UBC3000XLT User Manual

unidenUBC3000XLT400 Channel, 20-Bank Scanning Radio with 25MHz to 1.3GHz Scanning RangeOPERATING GUIDE

Charging the BatteryUse the AC Adaptor/Charger to power the UBC3000XLT from an AC outlet.Warning! Use only the supplied AC adaptor/charger. Other exte

Scanner BasicsTo use your scanner with confidence, it’s extremely helpful to understand the following scanner basics.Banks and ChannelsBanks and chann

How Squelch WorksThe squelch circuit in your scanner is like a gate. If it is too low, everything gets through ... noise, weak signals, and strong sig

Turn until hiss heard.This lowers the squelch gate so that everything gets through.Turn just until hiss stops.This raises the “squelch gate” allowing

Programming ChannelsBelore you can scan, you must store two or more frequencies into the scanner’s channel memories. There are three ways to program n

5. Store the frequency.The channel number stops flashing and a beep sounds.If the frequency is stored in another channel, you hear a beep and the oth

This procedure lets you search for active frequencies in a selected range and store any or all of those frequencies into channels. For more informatio

5. Enter the upper limit of the range.6. Start the search.The scanner stops on the first active frequency it finds.lANK 1DIY »RCHArliOSOOIl.i KHz AM

Note: For channels 1 - 9, you can enter just a single digit.2. Press A 'T'he display alternates between the search frequer\cy and the new

This prcrcedure searches a frequency range and automalically stores active frequencies into empty channeis of the seiected bank(s).Note; Be sure to se

PrecautionsBefore you use this scanner, please read and observe the following:Earphone Warning!Be sure to use only the recommended optional monaural e

6. Select the bank(s).It “FULL” appears, all 20 channels of the bank are full. Select another bank.Note: For banks 11 - 20, press SFT then the appropr

Transferring A Channel FrequencyThis procedure lets you transfer a stored frequency to a channel in another bank.1. Enter the Manual Mode.2. Select th

5. Transfer the frequency.Channel & Frequency blinks twice followed by a beep, indicating frequency has transferred to the selected channel.Deleti

3. Press [ E ] key.For more information, see- “The Scan Mode" on Page 20- ‘The Manual Mode” on Page 32Note: If you use the Scan Mode to displa

The Scan ModeBegin ScanningThere are two ways to begin scanning. Turn on the scanner. Scanning begins each time you turn the UBC3000XLT on. While in

2. Select the bank you want to turn on or off. Example -1,2 and 3.If the bank number appears at the top of the display, the bank is on. If not, it is

2. Select the channel.- ‘The Manual Mode” on Page 32.- “The Scan Mode" on Page 20.Locking a Channel While ScanningIf the scanner keeps stopping

2. Select the !ocked-ou1 channel.3. Unlock the channel.BO11.S KHl NFUUnlocking All ChannelsIf you have locked out many channels and want to unlock the

Using Priority ScanYou can program one Priority Channel in each of the first 10 banks. During Priority Scanning, your seiner checks these special chan

I. Select the new channel.For more Information, see- 'The Manual Mode" on Page 32- "The Scan Mode" on Page 20Note: If you use th

Controls and Indicators3 5 7 91. Keypad2. Enter3. Shift / Decimal / Clear4. Search DowiVLimit5. Search Up/Hold6. Search7. SendAWFM Signal Mode

To add Scan Delay to an existing programmed channel:1. Enter the Manual Mode.2. Select the channel.3. Turn Scan Delay ON.26

The Search ModeIn the Search Mode, the scanner looks for any active frequencies within a range of frequencies you select. You can search the entire ra

NotesIf you want to program any of the frequencies you find during a search, see “Search Programming" on Page 12.You can change the direction of

3. To continue the search;B s ® ® ® B 0 o ® © 0 0^Pr«ssBB 0 0 0MT« bVt MCHa^^^888.889 KKt NFMNote; The search resumes in the direction that you

Jsing Search Delay3n some two-way channels there might be short lapses in the signal before a reply. The Search Delay feature causes the scanner to wa

Unlocking a Frequency1. Stop the search.B 0 © @ ®0 0 G © © 0 0 W 0 ^00 B SPressNFM WFW2. Find the locked out frequency.S 0 @ ® B 0 G ®Press0 0 to mov

The Manual ModeScrolling ChannelsWhen you scroll through the channels in the manual mode, you see every channel, even ones that are empty or locked ou

Selecting A Specific ChannelUsing this procedure, you can select any one of the scanner’s 400 channels. It does not matter if the channel is locked ou

IAdditional Scanner FeaturesUsing Data SkipSome frequencies carry un-mod ulated signals or data signals (such as pager preamble signals). If your scan

Changing The Frequency StepThe frequency step is the minimum space between frequencies in fhe Manual or Search Mode.Your scanner is pre-programmed wif

Controls and Indicators1 214 —-SCAN DA?A PRI OLY AUTOTSRCH A ATT1312-.4.BANK 1 234S67 B9 1D1112 134 15 IE IMS 1' 2S:SFT-- 5raoa tooo.O O O D mzH

Setting The Signal ModeYour scanner is capable of receiving three signal modes:• AM... Amplitude Modulation NFM,,.. Narrow Frequ

Using Signal AttenuationYou can use the Signal Attenuation feature in the manual, search, or Scan Mode,When the ATT indicator is on, the incoming sign

Display LightThe display light lets you view the display in dark or low-light conditions.To turn on the light:The light stays on for about 15 seconds.

Optional Accessories & Replacement PartsThe following optional accessories and replacement parts are available for your UBC3000XLT scanner.Operati

Care & MaintenanceBattery MaintenanceRechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries typically suffer from a memory effect that gradually reduces their capa

TroubleshootingIf your scanner is not working properly, try the solutions listed below.Problem Possible SolutionsScanner doesn’t work at all• Be sure

Technical InformationFrequency Bands And StepsThe following table shows the 16 bands you can monitor with your scanner. The signal modes and the steps

UBC3000XLT BirdiesBirdies are internally generated frequencies that cause the scanner to stop during search or scan. If you have prc4>!ems with the

SpecificationsChannels: 400Operating Temperature: Antenna: Rubber antennaBanks: 20 with 20 channels per-20'’CtO +60°C (included)bankScan Rate: 10

One Year Limited WarrantyUNIDEN UBC 3000XLT 1 YEAR WARRANTYNote: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty.WARRANTOR: Uniden

ContentsLocking Out a Frequency...30Unlocking a Frequency...31The Manual Mode...32Scroll

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IntroductionYour UBC3000XLT Scanner is a sophisticated information radio that aiiows you to monitor 16 different frequency bands. These bands include

Auto-Store—Lets you automatically store active frequencies in empty channels. See "Auto-Store Programming” on Page 15.Auto-Sort—In the Scan Mode,

Included with your ScannerYour UBC3000XLT Scanner comes with the following standard equipment. (See "Optional Accessories & Replacement Parts

Getting StartedPowerYour scanner’s nickel-cadmium battery can power the scanner for up to 5 hours on a full charge.Before you use the scanner the firs