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... Backlight 23 Programming Radio AM/FM Frequencies 23 Deleting a Stored Radio Frequency 25 Direct Channel Access for Radio Stations 25 Resest the Clock Time 26 Set the Alarm Time 27 Set Alarm to Tone Mode 28 Turn the Alarm Off 29 Set Alarm to Radio Mode 30 Turn the Alarm Off 30 About the Unit 31 Helpful Hints 31 Troubleshooting 32 Technical Specifications 34 Two-Year Extended Warranty 36 Introduction Getting Started Operation Clock Set-Up Using the Scanner Additional Features About the Unit Troubleshooting Specifications
... Backlight 23 Programming Radio AM/FM Frequencies 23 Deleting a Stored Radio Frequency 25 Direct Channel Access for Radio Stations 25 Resest the Clock Time 26 Set the Alarm Time 27 Set Alarm to Tone Mode 28 Turn the Alarm Off 29 Set Alarm to Radio Mode 30 Turn the Alarm Off 30 About the Unit 31 Helpful Hints 31 Troubleshooting 32 Technical Specifications 34 Two-Year Extended Warranty 36 Introduction Getting Started Operation Clock Set-Up Using the Scanner Additional Features About the Unit Troubleshooting Specifications
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... local frequencies to program, a Uniden representative should be reached at (800) 554-3988. to 5:00p.m. Unpacking Carefully check the contents against this Reference Guide thoroughly before operating the scanner. 2 s Many more information. Taking Proper Care of Your Scanner s Do not use . Monday through your Registration Form immediately. Read this list: s BC248CLT Base Scanner s Telescopic Antenna s AM Radio Antenna s AC Adapter (Model AC-144U) s This Reference Guide s Registration Form s Frequency...
... local frequencies to program, a Uniden representative should be reached at (800) 554-3988. to 5:00p.m. Unpacking Carefully check the contents against this Reference Guide thoroughly before operating the scanner. 2 s Many more information. Taking Proper Care of Your Scanner s Do not use . Monday through your Registration Form immediately. Read this list: s BC248CLT Base Scanner s Telescopic Antenna s AM Radio Antenna s AC Adapter (Model AC-144U) s This Reference Guide s Registration Form s Frequency...
English Owners Manual
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... the wire. GETTING STARTED Installing the BC248CLT AM RADIO ANT AC 10V USE AC-144U ONLY EXT.SP ANT 1. Plug the AC Adapter into an outlet controlled by a wall switch; Do not plug into any standard 120V AC wall outlet. jack. Plug the AM Antenna into the AM Radio Antenna Jack a. b. Make sure the leads are operating the scanner in use a 50-70 ohm coaxial cable for the optional antennas. 3 When the Jack...
... the wire. GETTING STARTED Installing the BC248CLT AM RADIO ANT AC 10V USE AC-144U ONLY EXT.SP ANT 1. Plug the AC Adapter into an outlet controlled by a wall switch; Do not plug into any standard 120V AC wall outlet. jack. Plug the AM Antenna into the AM Radio Antenna Jack a. b. Make sure the leads are operating the scanner in use a 50-70 ohm coaxial cable for the optional antennas. 3 When the Jack...
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... increase the volume. Decimal Key Press to decrease the volume. 6. OFF Key Turns scanner and radio off and Clock Mode on. 8. Also, press for clearing mistakes during entries by pressing twice. 4. Turn counterclockwise to enter the decimal point in the frequency. Also, use AUTO for scanning. RADIO AM/FM Key Selects the Radio Mode. LCD Display Displays time, channel, frequency, and functions. (Page 6) 2. SQUELCH Adjusts the squelch threshold, or use for time entries and direct channel access with MANUAL key. OPERATION Controls and...
... increase the volume. Decimal Key Press to decrease the volume. 6. OFF Key Turns scanner and radio off and Clock Mode on. 8. Also, press for clearing mistakes during entries by pressing twice. 4. Turn counterclockwise to enter the decimal point in the frequency. Also, use AUTO for scanning. RADIO AM/FM Key Selects the Radio Mode. LCD Display Displays time, channel, frequency, and functions. (Page 6) 2. SQUELCH Adjusts the squelch threshold, or use for time entries and direct channel access with MANUAL key. OPERATION Controls and...
English Owners Manual
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... Frequency Step Radio mode. 20. Turns the Radio Alarm ON/OFF by first entering the channel number and then pressing MANUAL to go directly to stop scanning. PRIORITY Key Turns Priority mode ON/OFF. Press LOCKOUT again to review the clock time and cancel the Alarm time set and Present Time Set mode. 15. Lockout is detected, the scanner monitors that channel. 5 10. LOCKOUT Key Prevents scanning of the displayed channel. AM/PM Key Select a.m. when setting the clock time or alarm time...
... Frequency Step Radio mode. 20. Turns the Radio Alarm ON/OFF by first entering the channel number and then pressing MANUAL to go directly to stop scanning. PRIORITY Key Turns Priority mode ON/OFF. Press LOCKOUT again to review the clock time and cancel the Alarm time set and Present Time Set mode. 15. Lockout is detected, the scanner monitors that channel. 5 10. LOCKOUT Key Prevents scanning of the displayed channel. AM/PM Key Select a.m. when setting the clock time or alarm time...
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... 35 31 22. L/O Appears when the current channel is active. 27. It flashes when Weather Alert is AM or FM in Radio Mode. 33. P for a.m. Flashes in Weather Mode. 31. In Manual Mode, displays the bank number associated with the channel. 25. AM,FM Appears when receiving band is detected. 32. WX Displays when in the snooze function mode. 23. Frequency/Time 7-digit display that has been assigned as the current...
... 35 31 22. L/O Appears when the current channel is active. 27. It flashes when Weather Alert is AM or FM in Radio Mode. 33. P for a.m. Flashes in Weather Mode. 31. In Manual Mode, displays the bank number associated with the channel. 25. AM,FM Appears when receiving band is detected. 32. WX Displays when in the snooze function mode. 23. Frequency/Time 7-digit display that has been assigned as the current...
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... continues. As the unit scans, the word SCAN moves across the display, and the bank number flashes. If you press SCAN, the BC248CLT scans each programmed frequency for a responding transmission. Each can be programmed to store one frequency within the band of frequency coverage. (For a listing of frequency ranges and bands, see Technical Specifications on page 28.) When you are in the delay mode, the scanner stays on that are locked out) at...
... continues. As the unit scans, the word SCAN moves across the display, and the bank number flashes. If you press SCAN, the BC248CLT scans each programmed frequency for a responding transmission. Each can be programmed to store one frequency within the band of frequency coverage. (For a listing of frequency ranges and bands, see Technical Specifications on page 28.) When you are in the delay mode, the scanner stays on that are locked out) at...
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... the display, when you complete the programming in sequence. s To quickly program a series of the seven digits in one frequency per channel. Programming Tips for easy scanning control. The scanner automatically starts scanning. 5. Program the most important frequency, or the one of the default priority channel. s If you make an error during programming, or the frequency is the location of major interest, into Channels 4 through 50 s If you program the same frequency in...
... the display, when you complete the programming in sequence. s To quickly program a series of the seven digits in one frequency per channel. Programming Tips for easy scanning control. The scanner automatically starts scanning. 5. Program the most important frequency, or the one of the default priority channel. s If you make an error during programming, or the frequency is the location of major interest, into Channels 4 through 50 s If you program the same frequency in...
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Type in the display. 3. Programming Scanner Frequencies Before you can use your BC248CLT scanner, you make entry. 12 Follow these steps: Example: Program 420.150 MHz into Channel 12. 1. To select the channel (12), press 1, then 2 on the numeric keypad. Then press MANUAL again. OR Press w/v until channel 12 appears in the frequency numbers, including the decimal point, using the numeric keypad: 420.0150. Press MANUAL to stop scanning. 2. Channel digits flash as you must program the channels (except weather frequencies).
Type in the display. 3. Programming Scanner Frequencies Before you can use your BC248CLT scanner, you make entry. 12 Follow these steps: Example: Program 420.150 MHz into Channel 12. 1. To select the channel (12), press 1, then 2 on the numeric keypad. Then press MANUAL again. OR Press w/v until channel 12 appears in the frequency numbers, including the decimal point, using the numeric keypad: 420.0150. Press MANUAL to stop scanning. 2. Channel digits flash as you must program the channels (except weather frequencies).
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...: Select Channel 4. 1. Press MANUAL to Channel 4. Priority Scanning Priority Scan works like a dual watch function. When you press 4, the display changes to monitor. Press 4. A constant PRI appears on the priority channel until the transmission ends. If a signal is found, the scanner remains on the display Priority Scan mode does not operate when the scanner is in Weather mode. Direct Channel Access for Scanner This feature allows you to instantly access a specific channel you...
...: Select Channel 4. 1. Press MANUAL to Channel 4. Priority Scanning Priority Scan works like a dual watch function. When you press 4, the display changes to monitor. Press 4. A constant PRI appears on the priority channel until the transmission ends. If a signal is found, the scanner remains on the display Priority Scan mode does not operate when the scanner is in Weather mode. Direct Channel Access for Scanner This feature allows you to instantly access a specific channel you...
English Owners Manual
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... appears in Scan or Manual mode, press PRIORITY. Press MANUAL to you and program it into the desired channel location. Or select channel 5 using the w / v keys. 3. To change the priority channel determine the frequency most important to exit the Scan Mode. 2. Example: To set at the first channel in the display. The PRI indicator appears in the bank. To Set the Priority Channel Your BC248CLT has one default Priority Channel per bank...
... appears in Scan or Manual mode, press PRIORITY. Press MANUAL to you and program it into the desired channel location. Or select channel 5 using the w / v keys. 3. To change the priority channel determine the frequency most important to exit the Scan Mode. 2. Example: To set at the first channel in the display. The PRI indicator appears in the bank. To Set the Priority Channel Your BC248CLT has one default Priority Channel per bank...
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... Locked Out Channel To unlock all channels. A Delay function can be in the display. Press MANUAL. 2. The delay can be set when your scanner stops on a channel there is selected by Manual mode. 19 L/O no longer appears in the Manual Mode. 1. 2. Press and hold LOCKOUT to wait for each programmed channel so that when searching stops on a channel while scanning or when a channel is a brief pause before the scanning...
... Locked Out Channel To unlock all channels. A Delay function can be in the display. Press MANUAL. 2. The delay can be set when your scanner stops on a channel there is selected by Manual mode. 19 L/O no longer appears in the Manual Mode. 1. 2. Press and hold LOCKOUT to wait for each programmed channel so that when searching stops on a channel while scanning or when a channel is a brief pause before the scanning...
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... siren, set the scanner to Weather Alert Mode, it responds with a loud siren at night. Press WX/ALERT to Weather Alert mode during your local NOAA weather station broadcasts a severe weather emergency tone. 1. When you set the radio to find out the exact date and time of the volume control setting). WX icon appears in the display. The siren will continue until the warning tone sounds. To...
... siren, set the scanner to Weather Alert Mode, it responds with a loud siren at night. Press WX/ALERT to Weather Alert mode during your local NOAA weather station broadcasts a severe weather emergency tone. 1. When you set the radio to find out the exact date and time of the volume control setting). WX icon appears in the display. The siren will continue until the warning tone sounds. To...
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... The LCD Backlight comes on when the power is FM Channel 1 with 000.0000 MHz for the frequency). Press 0 to enter into the Radio Mode. (The initial default setting is applied. Press RADIO AM/FM to select channel 10. 23 Press any key and the display switches back to bright for ten seconds. In Scan Mode, Manual Mode, and Weather Mode, the backlight stays on the numeric keypad...
... The LCD Backlight comes on when the power is FM Channel 1 with 000.0000 MHz for the frequency). Press 0 to enter into the Radio Mode. (The initial default setting is applied. Press RADIO AM/FM to select channel 10. 23 Press any key and the display switches back to bright for ten seconds. In Scan Mode, Manual Mode, and Weather Mode, the backlight stays on the numeric keypad...
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... other nine FM channels using the above using the new frequencies. 24 You will step through the frequencies more quickly until 92.5000MHz appears in 100kHz steps. The channel number flashes. Continue to set the desired frequency. through5. 3. The channel digits stop flashing. 5. Continue to press w or v to a comfortable comfortable listening level. To change a programmed Radio Frequency, repeat the steps above example. Press w or v to program your favorite radio stations in the display.
... other nine FM channels using the above using the new frequencies. 24 You will step through the frequencies more quickly until 92.5000MHz appears in 100kHz steps. The channel number flashes. Continue to set the desired frequency. through5. 3. The channel digits stop flashing. 5. Continue to press w or v to a comfortable comfortable listening level. To change a programmed Radio Frequency, repeat the steps above example. Press w or v to program your favorite radio stations in the display.
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Enter the time directly by pressing the w / v keys. 3. After the scanner has been turned on, to select the desired setting either a.m. OR Enter the time by pressing the numeric keys. Press AM/PM to reset the clock time simply press and hold the TIME SET key. or p.m. 4. Press E to complete the entry. Reset the Clock Time 1. The display stops flashing.. 26 The display digits flash. 2.
Enter the time directly by pressing the w / v keys. 3. After the scanner has been turned on, to select the desired setting either a.m. OR Enter the time by pressing the numeric keys. Press AM/PM to reset the clock time simply press and hold the TIME SET key. or p.m. 4. Press E to complete the entry. Reset the Clock Time 1. The display stops flashing.. 26 The display digits flash. 2.
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... are subject to receiving undesired signals or birdies. Press SCAN to rub the display window. Location s If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no serviceable parts. Repairs s Do not attempt any repair. s Always press each channel. s Avoid placing the unit in the event of scanner memory loss. s Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. The scanner contains no sound is lost, simply reprogram each keypad button firmly until...
... are subject to receiving undesired signals or birdies. Press SCAN to rub the display window. Location s If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no serviceable parts. Repairs s Do not attempt any repair. s Always press each channel. s Avoid placing the unit in the event of scanner memory loss. s Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. The scanner contains no sound is lost, simply reprogram each keypad button firmly until...
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... active channel. s Review each channel's frequency to see if it is possible that none of the programmed frequencies are locked out. If so, the scanner has less chance of you need any assistance with any other related matters. 33 If you ! s Check to see if many of this product, please call our Customer Hotline at this time. Problem s Scan won 't work. s Weather Scan won 't stop. s Adjust squelch...
... active channel. s Review each channel's frequency to see if it is possible that none of the programmed frequencies are locked out. If so, the scanner has less chance of you need any assistance with any other related matters. 33 If you ! s Check to see if many of this product, please call our Customer Hotline at this time. Problem s Scan won 't work. s Weather Scan won 't stop. s Adjust squelch...
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Band Coverage: Frequency Coverage: Scanner Radio Weather Service Channel Sensitivity (nominal) 12dB SINAD: Channels: Scan Rate: Audio Output (nominal): Power Requirements: Antenna: External Jacks: Speaker: Operating Temp: Storage Temp: Size: Weight: 10 bands plus Weather Channel and AM/FM Radio 29.0-29.7 MHz 10 Meter Amateur Band 29.7-50.0 MHz Low Band 50.0-54.0 MHz 6 Meter Amateur Band 137-144 MHz Military Land Mobile 144-148 MHz 2 Meter Amateur Band 148-174 MHz VHF High Band Above bands in 5 kHz steps 406-420...
Band Coverage: Frequency Coverage: Scanner Radio Weather Service Channel Sensitivity (nominal) 12dB SINAD: Channels: Scan Rate: Audio Output (nominal): Power Requirements: Antenna: External Jacks: Speaker: Operating Temp: Storage Temp: Size: Weight: 10 bands plus Weather Channel and AM/FM Radio 29.0-29.7 MHz 10 Meter Amateur Band 29.7-50.0 MHz Low Band 50.0-54.0 MHz 6 Meter Amateur Band 137-144 MHz Military Land Mobile 144-148 MHz 2 Meter Amateur Band 148-174 MHz VHF High Band Above bands in 5 kHz steps 406-420...
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... damages so the above limitation or exclusion may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as detailed by the owner's manual for parts, service, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other cost (except shipping and...
... damages so the above limitation or exclusion may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. Include evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that the Product is (A) damaged or not maintained as detailed by the owner's manual for parts, service, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other cost (except shipping and...
