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To reduce the risk of the following : Warning Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to be covered under one or more of fire, electrical shocks, or damage to the unit, do not ...,992 6,064,270 7,505,738 5,438,688 5,530,296 5,577,076 5,991,346 6,839,550 Other patents pending. IMPORTANT INFORMATION PRECAUTIONS Before you use this scanner, please observe the following U.S. Patents May be waterproof.
To reduce the risk of the following : Warning Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to be covered under one or more of fire, electrical shocks, or damage to the unit, do not ...,992 6,064,270 7,505,738 5,438,688 5,530,296 5,577,076 5,991,346 6,839,550 Other patents pending. IMPORTANT INFORMATION PRECAUTIONS Before you use this scanner, please observe the following U.S. Patents May be waterproof.
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Table of Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2 PRECAUTIONS 2 Warning 2 Patents 2 THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW 7 Scanning Legally 8 ABOUT YOUR NEW BC355C SCANNER 9 FEATURE SUMMARY 10 INCLUDED IN YOUR SCANNER PACKAGE 15 Optional Accessories 15 INSTALLING THE BC355C SCANNER 16 FOR HOME USE (DESKTOP INSTALLATION 16 Helpful Hints 17 For Mobile Use (In-Car Installation 17 Temporary Mobile Installation 17 Permanent Mobile Installation 18 Permanently Mounting the BC355C Unit 18 Permanently Connecting the Mobile Power Supply . . 19 SCANNER OPERATION OVERVIEW 20 BC355C Front Panel 20
Table of Contents IMPORTANT INFORMATION 2 PRECAUTIONS 2 Warning 2 Patents 2 THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW 7 Scanning Legally 8 ABOUT YOUR NEW BC355C SCANNER 9 FEATURE SUMMARY 10 INCLUDED IN YOUR SCANNER PACKAGE 15 Optional Accessories 15 INSTALLING THE BC355C SCANNER 16 FOR HOME USE (DESKTOP INSTALLATION 16 Helpful Hints 17 For Mobile Use (In-Car Installation 17 Temporary Mobile Installation 17 Permanent Mobile Installation 18 Permanently Mounting the BC355C Unit 18 Permanently Connecting the Mobile Power Supply . . 19 SCANNER OPERATION OVERVIEW 20 BC355C Front Panel 20
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BC355C Rear Panel 27 USING YOUR BC355C SCANNER 28 set up 28 Adjusting Squelch 28 Operating Modes 29 SCAN 29 SEARCH 30 SPECIAL NOTES FOR SCANNING PD/FD/EMG AND AIR/ MRN BANKS 31 Scanning Service Bank Tips 32 Searching Band Tips 35 Screens 36 SCANNING BANKS 36 SEARCHING BANDS 37 special features 37 Lock Out Channels / Frequencies 38 Types of Lock Out 38 Temporary Lock Out 38 Permanent Lock Out 39 Lock Out Limits 39 Lock Out Tips 40 CLOSE CALL 44
BC355C Rear Panel 27 USING YOUR BC355C SCANNER 28 set up 28 Adjusting Squelch 28 Operating Modes 29 SCAN 29 SEARCH 30 SPECIAL NOTES FOR SCANNING PD/FD/EMG AND AIR/ MRN BANKS 31 Scanning Service Bank Tips 32 Searching Band Tips 35 Screens 36 SCANNING BANKS 36 SEARCHING BANDS 37 special features 37 Lock Out Channels / Frequencies 38 Types of Lock Out 38 Temporary Lock Out 38 Permanent Lock Out 39 Lock Out Limits 39 Lock Out Tips 40 CLOSE CALL 44
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...particular installation. There is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the scanner and the receiver This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are encouraged to try to correct the interference by... one or more of the following two conditions: . If this scanner does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ...
...particular installation. There is subject to the following measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna • Increase the separation between the scanner and the receiver This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are encouraged to try to correct the interference by... one or more of the following two conditions: . If this scanner does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in ...
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... interference received, including interference that you have the consent of such a conversation unless you should never intentionally listen to almost every transmission your scanner can receive. Scanning Legally Your scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups, including police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies, private companies, amateur radio services, military...
... interference received, including interference that you have the consent of such a conversation unless you should never intentionally listen to almost every transmission your scanner can receive. Scanning Legally Your scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups, including police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies, private companies, amateur radio services, military...
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...or using it in a way other than as described in this manual could allow it to operate it. Do not open your scanner's case to make any modifications that could invalidate your warranty and void your FCC authorization to pick up these transmissions. It is ... manufactured so they are illegal to the scene of an incident without authorization. ABOUT YOUR NEW BC355C SCANNER The BC355C comes with your area. In addition, the BC355C has 13 separate band searches. Modifying or tampering with 6 Service banks for monitoring police, fire/emergency medical services, marine, air, weather,...
...or using it in a way other than as described in this manual could allow it to operate it. Do not open your scanner's case to make any modifications that could invalidate your warranty and void your FCC authorization to pick up these transmissions. It is ... manufactured so they are illegal to the scene of an incident without authorization. ABOUT YOUR NEW BC355C SCANNER The BC355C comes with your area. In addition, the BC355C has 13 separate band searches. Modifying or tampering with 6 Service banks for monitoring police, fire/emergency medical services, marine, air, weather,...
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So whenever you encounter a newly activated local frequency for that are scanned along with the preset frequencies. The BC355C features include: • Turbo search - These banks include: » POLICE: 1,769 Factory-programmed Police frequencies with 100 open channels (shared with FIRE/EMG),... frequencies plus an additional 100 (shared with 10 This gives you quick access to the frequencies you can also save up to hear. Allows your BC355C to search 180 steps per second. (5 kHz step band only) • Seven Banks - 6 preprogrammed Service banks and one of the most user-friendly...
So whenever you encounter a newly activated local frequency for that are scanned along with the preset frequencies. The BC355C features include: • Turbo search - These banks include: » POLICE: 1,769 Factory-programmed Police frequencies with 100 open channels (shared with FIRE/EMG),... frequencies plus an additional 100 (shared with 10 This gives you quick access to the frequencies you can also save up to hear. Allows your BC355C to search 180 steps per second. (5 kHz step band only) • Seven Banks - 6 preprogrammed Service banks and one of the most user-friendly...
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Frequency Band 25.000 - 27.995 28.000 - 54.000 137.000 - 174.000 406.000 - 512.000 Sensitivity (Nominal) 12 dB SINAD 0.4 µV 0.2 µV 0.2 µV 0.3 µV 13 Band Frequency Coverage Mode Steps Service (MHz) (kHz) 420 - 450 420.0000 to 449.9875 FM 450 - 470 450.0000 to 469.9875 FM 470 - 512 470.0000 to 512.0000 FM 806.0000 to 823.9875 FM 806 - 956 849.0125 to 868.9875 FM 894.0125 to 956.0000 FM 12.5 70 cm HAM 12.5 UHF Band 12.5 UHF "T" Band* 12.5 800 Band 12.5 800 Band 12.5 800 Band * This scanner cannot decode digital TV transmissions.
Frequency Band 25.000 - 27.995 28.000 - 54.000 137.000 - 174.000 406.000 - 512.000 Sensitivity (Nominal) 12 dB SINAD 0.4 µV 0.2 µV 0.2 µV 0.3 µV 13 Band Frequency Coverage Mode Steps Service (MHz) (kHz) 420 - 450 420.0000 to 449.9875 FM 450 - 470 450.0000 to 469.9875 FM 470 - 512 470.0000 to 512.0000 FM 806.0000 to 823.9875 FM 806 - 956 849.0125 to 868.9875 FM 894.0125 to 956.0000 FM 12.5 70 cm HAM 12.5 UHF Band 12.5 UHF "T" Band* 12.5 800 Band 12.5 800 Band 12.5 800 Band * This scanner cannot decode digital TV transmissions.
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... hard-wiring power from your car to install the BC355C in your BC355C are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden Customer Hotline at: 1-800-2971023 during regular business hours Monday through Friday. use (Incar Installation); INCLUDED IN YOUR SCANNER PACKAGE • BC355C Scanner • Telescoping Antenna • Fixable Mobile Antenna •...
... hard-wiring power from your car to install the BC355C in your BC355C are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden Customer Hotline at: 1-800-2971023 during regular business hours Monday through Friday. use (Incar Installation); INCLUDED IN YOUR SCANNER PACKAGE • BC355C Scanner • Telescoping Antenna • Fixable Mobile Antenna •...
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...BC355C SCANNER FOR HOME USE (DESKTOP INSTALLATION) . Use the desktop stand (fold out from bottom of the AC Adapter into the DC 13.8V jack on the web at www.unidendirect.com. For frequencies higher than 406 MHz, shortening the antenna may improve the reception. Contact your local Uniden... Dealer or the Uniden Parts Department by calling: (800) 554-3988 during regular business hours Monday through Friday. Plug the Telescoping Antenna into a ...
...BC355C SCANNER FOR HOME USE (DESKTOP INSTALLATION) . Use the desktop stand (fold out from bottom of the AC Adapter into the DC 13.8V jack on the web at www.unidendirect.com. For frequencies higher than 406 MHz, shortening the antenna may improve the reception. Contact your local Uniden... Dealer or the Uniden Parts Department by calling: (800) 554-3988 during regular business hours Monday through Friday. Plug the Telescoping Antenna into a ...
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For Mobile Use (In-Car Installation) Temporary Mobile Installation A Vehicle Power Adapter is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source. • If you are operating the scanner in a fringe area or need to improve reception, use an optional antenna designed for multi-band coverage. (You can purchase this type...
For Mobile Use (In-Car Installation) Temporary Mobile Installation A Vehicle Power Adapter is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source. • If you are operating the scanner in a fringe area or need to improve reception, use an optional antenna designed for multi-band coverage. (You can purchase this type...
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... It does not matter which is most appropriate for marking the location of the scanner. . Select a location in an order that could interfere with your mobile antenna. physically installing the scanner and physically connecting the power supply. Avoid any locations that is installed first; ...the vehicle's accessory power jack and the other end into a vehicle involves two main steps - Permanent Mobile Installation Permanently installing the BC355C scanner into the DC 13.8V jack on the passenger side. . In a passenger car, the ideal location is underneath the dashboard ...
... It does not matter which is most appropriate for marking the location of the scanner. . Select a location in an order that could interfere with your mobile antenna. physically installing the scanner and physically connecting the power supply. Avoid any locations that is installed first; ...the vehicle's accessory power jack and the other end into a vehicle involves two main steps - Permanent Mobile Installation Permanently installing the BC355C scanner into the DC 13.8V jack on the passenger side. . In a passenger car, the ideal location is underneath the dashboard ...
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... unknown. . Otherwise, skip to the rear panel. Permanently Connecting the Mobile Power Supply CAUTION: If you may be able to use a negative ground. Mount the scanner to the bracket only after the wiring has been connected to the Caution in Step 3. 19 If your automotive dealer for advice on proper installation...
... unknown. . Otherwise, skip to the rear panel. Permanently Connecting the Mobile Power Supply CAUTION: If you may be able to use a negative ground. Mount the scanner to the bracket only after the wiring has been connected to the Caution in Step 3. 19 If your automotive dealer for advice on proper installation...
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. Insert the DC plug into the DC 13.8V jack on the back panel. Connect the BLACK wire of the DC power cord to the negative side of the DC power cord to the accessory contact in your vehicle's +13.8 VDC fuse box. . Caution: In vehicles with a positive ground, the RED wire connects to the chassis and the BLACK wire connects to the accessory contact in the fuse box. . SCANNER OPERATION OVERVIEW BC355C Front Panel 20 Connect the RED wire of the vehicle (usually the chassis).
. Insert the DC plug into the DC 13.8V jack on the back panel. Connect the BLACK wire of the DC power cord to the negative side of the DC power cord to the accessory contact in your vehicle's +13.8 VDC fuse box. . Caution: In vehicles with a positive ground, the RED wire connects to the chassis and the BLACK wire connects to the accessory contact in the fuse box. . SCANNER OPERATION OVERVIEW BC355C Front Panel 20 Connect the RED wire of the vehicle (usually the chassis).
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KEY Close Call PURPOSE Press this mode. 24 CC checks for Close Call hits every 2 seconds unless the scanner is on. • Close Call Do Not Disturb - The Close Call Priority icon flashes to indicate this key to begin monitoring for longer than 2.5 seconds. ...
KEY Close Call PURPOSE Press this mode. 24 CC checks for Close Call hits every 2 seconds unless the scanner is on. • Close Call Do Not Disturb - The Close Call Priority icon flashes to indicate this key to begin monitoring for longer than 2.5 seconds. ...
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USING YOUR BC355C SCANNER set up Adjusting Squelch To Adjust Squelch - . Turn SQ completely counterclockwise. Insert optional external speaker plug here. Connect the specified AC Adapter or DC power cord here. ITEM EXT SP DC 13.8V PURPOSE External Speakers. You should hear open squelch noise. 28 Power Connection.
USING YOUR BC355C SCANNER set up Adjusting Squelch To Adjust Squelch - . Turn SQ completely counterclockwise. Insert optional external speaker plug here. Connect the specified AC Adapter or DC power cord here. ITEM EXT SP DC 13.8V PURPOSE External Speakers. You should hear open squelch noise. 28 Power Connection.
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...found , scanning resumes. Note: Before you can scan the Private bank, you search through the rest of frequencies. When transmission ends, the scanner pauses 2 seconds for the scanned frequency flashes while that transmission ends. Press BAND key to select 1 of the search or press the BAND...of 13 separate frequency bands to begin searching. The Bank label/icon for a new transmission. When an active frequency is found , the scanner stops on page 50. If no transmission resumes after 2 seconds, the search automatically continues through pre-grouped bands of the band. Press ...
...found , scanning resumes. Note: Before you can scan the Private bank, you search through the rest of frequencies. When transmission ends, the scanner pauses 2 seconds for the scanned frequency flashes while that transmission ends. Press BAND key to select 1 of the search or press the BAND...of 13 separate frequency bands to begin searching. The Bank label/icon for a new transmission. When an active frequency is found , the scanner stops on page 50. If no transmission resumes after 2 seconds, the search automatically continues through pre-grouped bands of the band. Press ...
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The bank's screen label remains steady and does not flash. If You Want to continue scanning: • HOLD - Press one of the following keys to do This Stop scanning Resume scanning Here's How - Press this key to the next/previous frequency. Scan Hold remains active but single channels can be monitored. 33 Press these keys to step to release the Scan Hold and continue scanning. The bank's screen label resumes flashing. • UP or DOWN - The scanner stays on the displayed channel until scanning is resumed. Press HOLD.
The bank's screen label remains steady and does not flash. If You Want to continue scanning: • HOLD - Press one of the following keys to do This Stop scanning Resume scanning Here's How - Press this key to the next/previous frequency. Scan Hold remains active but single channels can be monitored. 33 Press these keys to step to release the Scan Hold and continue scanning. The bank's screen label resumes flashing. • UP or DOWN - The scanner stays on the displayed channel until scanning is resumed. Press HOLD.
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The scanner stays on an active channel that band. Select a different band Press the BAND key multiple times to to Do This - Searching Band Tips If You Want to search search through the available bands. 35 Continue after the BC355C has stopped on an active channel If the BC355C stops on the displayed channel...
The scanner stays on an active channel that band. Select a different band Press the BAND key multiple times to to Do This - Searching Band Tips If You Want to search search through the available bands. 35 Continue after the BC355C has stopped on an active channel If the BC355C stops on the displayed channel...
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"SCAN"scrolls from right to monitor frequency 45.0600 on the Police bank. 36 This screen shows that the scanner has been put on HOLD to left across the screen, and the scanned bank will flash. Screens This section shows typical screen displays: SCANNING BANKS police fire/emg air mRn scan sc scan police hold scan 45.0600 This screen shows BC355C is actively scanning a displayed bank.
"SCAN"scrolls from right to monitor frequency 45.0600 on the Police bank. 36 This screen shows that the scanner has been put on HOLD to left across the screen, and the scanned bank will flash. Screens This section shows typical screen displays: SCANNING BANKS police fire/emg air mRn scan sc scan police hold scan 45.0600 This screen shows BC355C is actively scanning a displayed bank.