Uniden Bearcat UBC3500XLT Owner's Manual

UBC3500XLTOWNER’SMANUALOWNER’S MANUAL

10Quick Recall – Lets you quickly select a specific channel by choosing the system, group, and channel.Scan/Search Delay – You can set the scanner so

11Feature HighlightsPriorityPriority Scan – Priority channels let you keep track of activity on your most important channel(s) while monitoring other

12About This ManualThe screen displays used in this manual are representations of what might appear when you use your scanner. Since what you see depe

13Feature HighlightsHow the Scanner’s Controls Are Represented in This ManualTo help navigate the scanner’s menus, the steps shown in this manual show

14To get the most from this manual, review the contents to become familiar with the basic functions available. If you are new to scanning, be sure to

15Understanding ScanningUnderstanding ScanningThis section provides you with background on how scanning works. You don’t really need to know all of th

16This is different from scanning because you are searching for frequencies that have not been programmed into the scanner. When you select frequency

17Understanding Scanningwith each other to the point where it is impossible to clearly receive any of the stations. A scanner equipped with CTCSS and

18Conventional ScanningConventional scanning is a relatively simple concept. Each group of users in a conventional system is assigned a single frequen

19Understanding ScanningRepeater OperationRepeater systems use two frequencies: one transmits from the radio to a central repeater; the other transmit

2PrecautionsBefore you use this scanner, please read and observe the following. EARPHONE WARNING!Be sure to use only a monaural earphone with this sc

20Included With Your ScannerSetting Up Your ScannerOwners ScannerAC AdapterBelt ClipManualWrist StrapBatteries(with antennaattached)BNC/SMA Adapterand

21Setting Up Your ScannerThese guidelines will help you install and set up your new scanner: • If your scanner receives interference or electrical noi

222. Install 3 AA batteries, matching the polarity symbols (+ -). WARNING! Set ALKALINE/Ni-MH to Ni-MH for use only with rechargeable batteries. Nev

23Setting Up Your ScannerIf an AC adapter is connected to the scanner, the scanner checks the condition of the installed batteries. If the scanner is

24Connecting the AntennaTo attach the supplied flexible antenna to the connector on the top of your scanner, simply screw it onto the scanner's S

25Setting Up Your ScannerWARNING! Never connect any part of the headphone jack to the antenna jack or connect the radio to an installation where the a

26If your scanner's keys seem confusing at first, the following information should help you understand each key's function.Key Name Descript

27Setting Up Your Scanner// – Turns the display backlight on or off.Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn the scanner on or off. + – Locks

28A Look At The DisplayThe display has indicators that show the scanner's current operating status. The display information helps you understand

29Setting Up Your Scanner - appears when you lock the keypad (see“Locking/Unlocking the Keypad and Scroll” on Page 38). - alerts you when the battery

3ContentsContentsIntroduction ... 6Feature Highlights...

30Using MenuPress on the left side of the scanner to enter the menu. See “Using the Menu” on Page 36 for more information about the scanner’s menu o

31Basic OperationBasic OperationTurning On the Scanner and Setting the SquelchNote: Make sure the scanner's antenna is connected before you turn

32Scanning SystemsTo begin scanning programmed systems, press Scan. The UBC3500XLT scans all unlocked systems in all activated quick-key groups and an

33Basic Operationquick key’s 2-digit number. To stop scanning the system(s), press (if the quick key is a 2-digit quick key) then the number button

34Locking/Unlocking ChannelsFollow these steps to lock out a channel so that it does not scan even if its system and channel group are selected.1. Whi

35Basic Operationcalled Qck Save Cnv Sys. These are created if they do not exist. Then, the scanner prompts you to save other channel settings.If you

36Using the MenuThe scanner’s menu lets you select options that let you set up and use the scanner. To use the menu, press on the left side of the s

37Using the MenuMenu Item Submenu-- M E N U --Srch/CloCall OptSearch for ...Close CallClose Call CC Auto Store Set CC Mode Set CC Overri

38SettingsDisplaying System InformationViewing Memory Used   Settings    See Scanner Info   % Memory Used A bar showing the percent of memor

39SettingsTurning Power Save On or Off   Settings    Set Battery Save   • On The scanner goes into low-power mode when you monitor a convention

4Using the Cloning Options ... 41Wired Cloning ...

40Pressing any key while the backlight is on extends the backlight period. Pressing while the backlight is on turns off the backlight.Setting the Au

41Settingswhich data is transferred between the scanner and the computer, in bits per second (bps). Important! Before you start transferring data betw

42Wired Cloning   Wired Clone   • Master Sets the scanner to be the source scanner.• Slave Sets the scanner to be the recipient scanner.To clone

43Programming Radio SystemsProgramming Radio SystemsTo get the most enjoyment from your scanner, you must customize the programming for your area.Use

44Refer to the appropriate section to set system-wide options:• See “Editing the System Name” on Page 46• See “Editing the System Quick Key” on Page 4

45Programming Radio SystemsEntering/Editing Conventional Channels  Program System    Select the system    Edit Group   Select the group   

46Programming/Editing Optional Set-tingsThis section details the instructions for each of the optional programming steps referred to in “Programming R

47Programming/Editing Optional SettingsHints:• Access single-digit system Quick Keys by pressing the single digit on the keypad during scanning. Acces

48Notes: • If you select 0, the scanner stays on the system for a minimal time (only long enough to check current system activity).• The default setti

49Programming/Editing Optional SettingsOn - The scanner ignores the Data Signal and resumes searching in a few seconds.Off - The scanner treats all si

5ContentsSetting Tone-Out Standby ... 76Setting Up Tone-Out...

50 Select the group   Edit Name  Follow these steps to enter/edit the group name.1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter.2. Pres

51Programming/Editing Optional SettingsSetting Group Lockout  Program System  Select the system  Edit Group  Select the group   Set Lockout

52 Select the group   Edit Channel   Select the channel   Edit Name Follow these steps to enter/edit the channel name.1. Rotate the scroll

53Programming/Editing Optional SettingsInput the frequency, then press the scroll control. To change the frequency you entered, turn the scroll contro

54Alert 1 - 9 - the scanner sounds an alert beep to notify you of the emergency transmission. You can choose any of 9 different beep types. Set Level

55Programming/Editing Optional SettingsNotes:• The default setting is Off.• See “What is CTCSS/DCS?” on Page 16 for a complete list of CTCSS and DCS t

56Setting Channel Attenuation  Program System   Select the system  Edit Group  Select the group   Edit Channel   Select the channel  

57Programming/Editing Optional SettingsNotes:• The default setting is Unlocked.• You can also lock or unlock a channel by selecting it while scanning

58  Program System   Select the system  Edit Group  Select the group   Edit Channel   Paste Channel Then, if necessary, edit the chan

59Searching and StoringSearching and StoringService SearchService Search lets you quickly select and search the scanner’s preprogrammed search range.

6IntroductionYour Bearcat UBC3500XLT scanning receiver is a state-of-the-art scanner radio with extended frequency. You can store frequencies such as

60Qck Search Hold appears if you press Hold. Press E to start quick search or no to go to the search menu.Custom SearchCustom Search lets you program

61Searching and StoringEditing a Custom Search RangeYou can edit up to 10 custom search ranges. The names of the custom search ranges appear on the di

62custom search range to lock or unlock by rotating the scroll control with pressing .Set Hold Time - lets you set the amount of time to hold the cus

63Searching and StoringOff The attenuator is off.On Reception is attenuated by about 25 dB.Notes: • Turn on this setting if you are near other st

64   Search for ...   Search and Store  Select the system where you want to store the frequencies    Select the range from Custom Search or

65Using the Close Call FeatureUsing the Close Call FeatureYour scanner's Close CallTM feature lets you set the scanner so it detects, displays th

66• The Close Call feature cannot detect satellite dishes or any transmitter with a frequency above or below the frequency ranges listed under the Set

67Using the Close Call FeatureCC DND (Do Not Disturb) - The scanner checks for a Close Call hit every 2 seconds only if the scanner is not currently s

68• Beep+Light (the scanner beeps and thebacklight turns on when it receives a CloseCall signal) • None (the scanner does not alert)Select Beep• Off (

69Using the Close Call FeatureCall operation. (The Close Call feature works for all frequencies listed above.)Close Call HitsWhen the scanner detects

7IntroductionBand Plan 2Band Plan 3Frequency (MHz)Modulation Step (kHz)Lower Edge Upper Edge 25.0000 49.9950 FM 5 50.0000 84.0100 FM 5 84.0150 8

70Search and Close Call OptionsThe settings in this section affect custom searches, air service search and Close Call operation.See the teble below sh

71Search and Close Call Options Rvw Search L/O  The scanner displays the first locked-out frequency and prompts you to unlock the frequency. Press

72to each option. Turn the scroll control to select an option then press the scroll control to change the setting.• Band 1-10 - select the custom band

73Search and Close Call OptionsThis setting controls the modulation type used for quick search and Close Call operations. Select your setting, then pr

74Off - the scanner remains on the channel until the transmission stops.Notes:• If you are trying to test the Close Call feature with a nearby transmi

75Search and Close Call Options5.0 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8.33 kHz, 10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15.0 kHz, 20.0 kHz, 25.0 kHz, 50.0 kHz, 100.0 kHz The scanner

76Using Tone-OutFire Tone-Out IntroductionYour scanner can be set to respond to fire tone-outs that use standard two-tone sequential paging, short one

77Using Tone-Out• Edit Name - Sets the name for the selected tone-out setting.• Set Frequency — Sets the tone-outs RF frequency parameters.Edit Freque

78• Set Delay Time — Sets the time the scanner remains in monitor mode after the scanner receives a page and the carrier drops.• 1-5 seconds: the scan

79Care and MaintenanceCare and Mainte-nanceGeneral Use• Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power. • If memory is lost, simply reprogram eac

8Feature HighlightsGeneral2500 Dynamic Channels - Your scanner stores channels more efficiently than conventional scanners, letting you store and quic

80BirdiesAll radios can receive “birdies” (undesired signals). If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no sound is heard, it might be receiving a b

81TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf your UBC3500XLT is not performing properly, try these steps. Problem Possible Cause SuggestionThe scanner doesn’t w

82Scan won’t start.You must press Scan to scan.Press Scan.The squelch might need to be adjusted.Adjust the squelch threshold. See “Turning On the Scan

83SpecificationsSpecificationsCertified in accordance with ETSI, as of date of manufacture.Dynamic Allocation CapacitySystems: 200 maxGroups: 20 per

84Audio Output: 500mW nominal into 24Ω internal speaker110 mW nominal into 32Ω headphonePower Requirements:3 AA Alkaline Batteries (not included),or 3

85SpecificationsExternal Amplified SpeakerEarphonefiConnectionCableOptional Accessories

86AppendixInitial Setting of the Menus.Parameter InitialBand Plan(Factory Default Setting) *Band Plan Number does not be initialzed by turning the

87AppendixSearch for... Edit Service Set Delay Time 2 secSet Attenuator OffSearch with ScanSet Lockout LockoutSet Hold Time 2Edit Custom(All Custom Se

88Close Call Set CC Mode OffSet CC Override OnSet CC Alert Select Mode Beep+LightSelect Beep Alert 1Level : AutoSet CC Pause 3 secSet CC Bands VHF Low

89PlanningPlanningCollecting InformationGetting your scanner programmed and scanning takes a few steps. This help guides you through these steps that

9Feature HighlightsBroadcast Screen – Sets the scanner so it ignores Close CallTM or search hits on known broadcastfrequencies.Custom Screen – Lets yo

90Tips:• Before you start, make as many copies of theworksheet as you think you'll need. You can also go to the download section of http://www.r

91PlanningFrequency-Alpha Tag-Priority-CTCSS/DCSFill in the details for each channel you want to store in this channel group.

92Conventio nal System WorksheetSystem Name Group NameSystem Quick Key Group Quick KeyFrequency Alpha Tag Priority CTCSS/DCSConventional System Wor

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