Uniden BCT7 Specifications

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When the BCT7 receivescommunications, scanning stops, theactive bank type replaces the statecode, and the frequency displays.Active Bank indicators:HP

Warning AlertThe BCT7 alerts you when Highway Patrol/State Police units using mobile extenders are within anapproximate three mile radius.1. The Warni

Muting the Alert ToneOne Moment Mute Continuous Mute Canceling MutePress M during the WarningAlert. The Alert Tone stops andthe Mute LED flashes until

Power On SettingsWhen you turn the BCT7 off and then on again, the BCT7 will returnto the last settings that were active. When you have chosen the st

Scanning Fire, News, Weather, and Private Frequency BanksNote:The Warning Alert does not work while scanning these banks.To scan Fire frequencies,pres

Scan HoldNote:Warning Alert does not work in this mode.When scanning stops on a desiredfrequency, press H to hold on thatfrequency as long as you like

In Hold ModePressL.➪LOCKOUT appears on the display.Scanning doesn’t resume until youpressH.Lockout TipsAfter you have locked out the 50th preprogramme

Restore a Locked Out Frequency1. Select the frequency bank.➪2. PressHto enter Manual Mode.➪3. Press>or<to find thedesired frequency. Press andh

SearchYou can use the SEARCH feature to find active frequencies in your area. Many frequencies have already have beenpre-programmed into one of the S

CB Channel SearchThe 40 Citizen’s Band (CB) channels comprise one of the 12 search bands available in the BCT7.1. PressBrepeatedly untilthe CB band is

Welcome!Congratulations on your purchase of the BCT7 HighwayCommunications System & Scanning Radio! State-of-the-artengineering and advanced elect

Data SkipYour BCT7 automatically skips certain data channels which broadcast non-voice communications (primarily pagers). Anicon in the display shows

ProgrammingYour BCT7 contains 100 programmable memory channels available in the following frequency banks:Highway 25 programmable channels (+ pre-prog

Programming Frequencies1. PressBto find a frequencyband you wish to search.➪2. When the BCT7 beginssearching, pressH.➪3. Press<or>to find thedes

Clearing a User-Programmed FrequencyTo erase a user-programmed frequency:1. PressB.➪2. PressHtwice to start searchand hold on any frequency.➪3. Press

Memory LockTo avoid accidental programming of your BCT7 after you have programmedall the frequencies to your satisfaction, slide the MEMOLOCK switch o

InstallationMobile InstallationBefore starting installation, select a location for the radio bracket that is convenient for operation and does not int

Connecting the PowerThe BCT7 is designed to be used in any vehicle which has a 12-volt DC negative ground electrical system. If you cannotdetermine th

Base InstallationIn addition to mobile installation, you can operate the BCT7 as a base unit with the included AC Adapter andTelescoping Antenna.Note:

Tips & TechniquesLeave the Band Search set for CB (CB follows 806-956 MHz andprecedes 29-30 MHz). This way, whenever you wish to monitor CBradio t

If your scanner receives strong interference or electrical noise, movethe scanner or its antenna away from the source.If you are operating the scanner

What is Scanning?Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-waycommunications (listed on the page 5) do not transmit continuously.The BCT7 scan

To complicate matters, trunking radios are computer controlled. Toeffect the computer operation, data bursts and tones are broadcastover trunking fre

TroubleshootingIf your BCT7 is not performing properly, try the steps listed below.PROBLEM SUGGESTIONScanner is not giving Warning Alerts. Check to se

Going by patrol cars and not receivingalarms.Make sure you are scanning one of the Warning Alert Frequency Banks - Highway, Police,or DOT.Check antenn

Optional Accessories and Replacement PartsOperating Guide(OMBCT7)MUTEFIRE/NEWSSTATE HIGHWAY POL/DOTSEARCHBANDPROGPUSHALERTPUSHFLASHSQVOLWX/PVTLOCKOUTH

SPECIFICATIONSReceiver Type: Triple Conversion SuperheterodyneBanks: Total 7 banks: 6 Service banks and 1 programmable bankHIGHWAY PATROL 1,142 progra

Highway CommunicationsSystem & PreprogrammedWarning ScannerUBUD01250ZZOPERATING GUIDEMUTEFIRE/NEWSSTATE HIGHWAY POL/DOTSEARCHBANDPROGPUSHALERTPUSH

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

BCT7 ControlsMUTEFIRE/NEWSSTATE HIGHWAYHOLD/RESUMEPOL/DOTSEARCHBANDPROGPUSHALERTPUSHFLASHSQVOLWX/PVTLOCKOUTWARNINGBCT7123456891011121314 1571. Alert L

BCT7 Liquid Crystal Display12345689101112131415167HIGHWAY POLICE DOT WX PRIVATE FIRE NEWS AIRHOLD SRCH LOCKOUTstDATAFLASH1. Highway Patrol Frequencies

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

FeaturesPre-programmed frequencies specific to each state (except Hawaii).Pre-programming by the following categories:-Highway Patrol/State Police-Loc

Types of CommunicationsMonitor communications such as:Highway Patrol, police and fire department (including paramedics)AircraftNOAA weather broadcasts

Included With Your ScannerIf any Items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase.Read this Operating Guide thoroughly before

Fast StartNote: Fold out the illustration from the front cover to see the controls and LCD display while reading this guide.Power ON1. Turn the volume

How Squelch WorksThink of “SQUELCH” as a gate. Ifthe gate is too low (squelch toolow), everything (all noise as wellas signals) gets through.If the g

Scanning the Alert Monitor Frequency BanksThe Alert Monitor works with the Highway Patrol, Police, and Department of Transportation (DOT) frequency ba