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Introduction 2 Included with your Scanner 5 Setup 7 Basic Operation 9 How Squelch Works 9 Setting the Squelch 10 Programming 11 Programming Tips 12 Scanning 13 Banks 14 Channel Lockout 15 Lockout Tips 16 Priority Scan 18 Contents Search 22 To Skip Undesired Frequencies 26 Storing Search Frequencies 28 Weather Scan 31 Data Skip 32 Care and Maintenance 33 Troubleshooting 35 Technical Specifications 37 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . 39 Controls and Display Back Cover Foldout 1
Introduction 2 Included with your Scanner 5 Setup 7 Basic Operation 9 How Squelch Works 9 Setting the Squelch 10 Programming 11 Programming Tips 12 Scanning 13 Banks 14 Channel Lockout 15 Lockout Tips 16 Priority Scan 18 Contents Search 22 To Skip Undesired Frequencies 26 Storing Search Frequencies 28 Weather Scan 31 Data Skip 32 Care and Maintenance 33 Troubleshooting 35 Technical Specifications 37 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts . . . . 39 Controls and Display Back Cover Foldout 1
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... in Manual mode. Store frequencies into 10 banks of -the-art radio with automatic scanning capabilities. The BC860XLT scans programmed channels at Turbo Scan speed. When you stop scanning with , it is a new state-of 10 channels each. Scanning stops on an active ... speeds for active frequencies, it is in Scan mode. When the transmission ends, the scanning cycle resumes until it is received. H While the BC860XLT searches for the search feature: Normal (100 steps per second) or Turbo Search (300 steps per second until another transmission is in Search mode ...
... in Manual mode. Store frequencies into 10 banks of -the-art radio with automatic scanning capabilities. The BC860XLT scans programmed channels at Turbo Scan speed. When you stop scanning with , it is a new state-of 10 channels each. Scanning stops on an active ... speeds for active frequencies, it is in Scan mode. When the transmission ends, the scanning cycle resumes until it is received. H While the BC860XLT searches for the search feature: Normal (100 steps per second) or Turbo Search (300 steps per second until another transmission is in Search mode ...
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...Twin TurboTM Scanner. Twin TurboTM Speed - Avoid placing the unit in memory. Weather Scan - Program one channel programmed to use the scanner in each channel. Frequencies programmed in the channels are retained in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. With both ...of the activity on most important channel(s) while monitoring others. Memory Backup - Manual Channel Access - Scan these frequency ranges with your BC860XLT is disconnected, the memory retains the frequencies for 7 days. Feature Highlights Scanner Care & Safety Tips 4 100 Channels - Go directly...
...Twin TurboTM Scanner. Twin TurboTM Speed - Avoid placing the unit in memory. Weather Scan - Program one channel programmed to use the scanner in each channel. Frequencies programmed in the channels are retained in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. With both ...of the activity on most important channel(s) while monitoring others. Memory Backup - Manual Channel Access - Scan these frequency ranges with your BC860XLT is disconnected, the memory retains the frequencies for 7 days. Feature Highlights Scanner Care & Safety Tips 4 100 Channels - Go directly...
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... each channel you want to provide you must program a frequency into the BC860XLT. The "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" lists typical frequencies used around the U.S. A Uniden representative should be able to use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. Where to Obtain More Information Before you can scan, you ...
... each channel you want to provide you must program a frequency into the BC860XLT. The "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" lists typical frequencies used around the U.S. A Uniden representative should be able to use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. Where to Obtain More Information Before you can scan, you ...
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Enter MANUAL mode. 3. If the entered frequency is outside the Frequency Range of . this procedure for each channel you must program a frequency into at the back of the scanner, (See Table on page 3, and the Technical Specifications at least one channel. To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. Select the channel. Á Á 4. Enter the frequency. . Programming Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program. 1. Repeat this Guide), a distinctive beep sounds. Select the frequency. 2. Press and go back to Step 4. 11
Enter MANUAL mode. 3. If the entered frequency is outside the Frequency Range of . this procedure for each channel you must program a frequency into at the back of the scanner, (See Table on page 3, and the Technical Specifications at least one channel. To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. Select the channel. Á Á 4. Enter the frequency. . Programming Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program. 1. Repeat this Guide), a distinctive beep sounds. Select the frequency. 2. Press and go back to Step 4. 11
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Record channels and frequencies in some convenient place in case the scanner memory is lost. 12 Channels with the lowest number channel. M After you are programming five new frequencies into Channels 4 through 8, start with no frequencies are automatically locked out. For example, when you finish programming a channel, press to step up to the next channel. 0 E To erase the channel, enter and . Programming Tips To quickly program a series of channels, start with Channel 4.
Record channels and frequencies in some convenient place in case the scanner memory is lost. 12 Channels with the lowest number channel. M After you are programming five new frequencies into Channels 4 through 8, start with no frequencies are automatically locked out. For example, when you finish programming a channel, press to step up to the next channel. 0 E To erase the channel, enter and . Programming Tips To quickly program a series of channels, start with Channel 4.
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Unlock the channel. Á Restore All Locked-out Channels 1. Select the channel. Á 3. Note: You must select a programmed channel that is not locked out before restoring locked-out channels. 2. Enter MANUAL mode. 2. Restore a Locked Out Channel 1. Enter Manual Mode. Restore all channels. Á You'll hear 2 "beeps" when channels are restored. Á Note: Restores locked out channels only in active banks. 17
Unlock the channel. Á Restore All Locked-out Channels 1. Select the channel. Á 3. Note: You must select a programmed channel that is not locked out before restoring locked-out channels. 2. Enter MANUAL mode. 2. Restore a Locked Out Channel 1. Enter Manual Mode. Restore all channels. Á You'll hear 2 "beeps" when channels are restored. Á Note: Restores locked out channels only in active banks. 17
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To program a Delay into a channel: 1. Select the channel you to . 3. Enter Manual mode. 2. You can program an additional Delay during Scan so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming scanning. This allows you want to add the Delay to hear a possible replying transmission. Add the Delay. Á Á 20 Scan Delay Normally, the scanner will resume scanning as soon as a transmission has stopped.
To program a Delay into a channel: 1. Select the channel you to . 3. Enter Manual mode. 2. You can program an additional Delay during Scan so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming scanning. This allows you want to add the Delay to hear a possible replying transmission. Add the Delay. Á Á 20 Scan Delay Normally, the scanner will resume scanning as soon as a transmission has stopped.
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You can program them down so you can stay on that frequency. 6a. When the transmission stops, Search resumes. Á Á OR 6b. Note: If the received transmission is detected, the BC860XLT stops on that interest you find frequencies that frequency to continue to monitor it. Begin Search. 5. See page 28. 7. Note: When you , write them into one of the channels. 4. When a transmission is in the Aircraft Band, AIR displays in the LCD. To continue the search: 23 You can also automatically program a desired frequency into the scanner.
You can program them down so you can stay on that frequency. 6a. When the transmission stops, Search resumes. Á Á OR 6b. Note: If the received transmission is detected, the BC860XLT stops on that interest you find frequencies that frequency to continue to monitor it. Begin Search. 5. See page 28. 7. Note: When you , write them into one of the channels. 4. When a transmission is in the Aircraft Band, AIR displays in the LCD. To continue the search: 23 You can also automatically program a desired frequency into the scanner.
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... for all frequencies. In Search, Delay is active (or inactive) for each channel that you to hear a possible replying transmission. You can program an additional Delay so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming searching. This allows you want it activated. To activate Delay for Search (whether D searching ...
... for all frequencies. In Search, Delay is active (or inactive) for each channel that you to hear a possible replying transmission. You can program an additional Delay so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming searching. This allows you want it activated. To activate Delay for Search (whether D searching ...
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Weather Scan Your BC860XLT is set properly) 2. To activate the Weather Scan: (Be sure the Squelch is designed to monitor weather broadcasts, such as in low-lying areas. Note: It is not advisable to program a weather frequency into one of the country, you may not be able to search for your local NOAA...
Weather Scan Your BC860XLT is set properly) 2. To activate the Weather Scan: (Be sure the Squelch is designed to monitor weather broadcasts, such as in low-lying areas. Note: It is not advisable to program a weather frequency into one of the country, you may not be able to search for your local NOAA...
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... angle of water. 33 Do not plug the scanner into an outlet controlled by a wall switch as the kitchen or bathroom. Always write down the programmed frequencies in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Avoid placing the unit in the event of memory loss. General Use Location Cleaning Care...
... angle of water. 33 Do not plug the scanner into an outlet controlled by a wall switch as the kitchen or bathroom. Always write down the programmed frequencies in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Avoid placing the unit in the event of memory loss. General Use Location Cleaning Care...
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...Press the Scan key again. • Adjust the Squelch control. • Check to see if 99 channels are locked out. Troubleshooting If your BC860XLT is locked out. Check with your room. refer to page 10, Setting the Squelch. • Check the antenna connection. • Check to... Improper reception • Check antenna connection • Move or angle the antenna. • If programmed frequency is correct and no memory has been lost. • Possibly, none of the programmed frequencies are locked out. Refer to the threshold - You could require an optional multi-band antenna....
...Press the Scan key again. • Adjust the Squelch control. • Check to see if 99 channels are locked out. Troubleshooting If your BC860XLT is locked out. Check with your room. refer to page 10, Setting the Squelch. • Check the antenna connection. • Check to... Improper reception • Check antenna connection • Move or angle the antenna. • If programmed frequency is correct and no memory has been lost. • Possibly, none of the programmed frequencies are locked out. Refer to the threshold - You could require an optional multi-band antenna....
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... as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other rights which vary from defects in any conjunction with only the limitations or exclusions...legal rights, and you to return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at any time while...
... as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other rights which vary from defects in any conjunction with only the limitations or exclusions...legal rights, and you to return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at any time while...