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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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... & Safety Tips 4 100 Channels - Scan these frequency ranges with your BC860XLT is truly a Twin TurboTM Scanner. Memory Backup - Twin TurboTM Speed - Keep track of the activity on most important channel(s) while monitoring others. You must have... Manual Channel Access - With both Turbo Scan and Turbo Search, your scanner. (Note: the frequency coverage is disconnected, the memory retains the frequencies for 7 days. Data Skip - Skip data signals and unmodulated transmissions. Frequencies programmed in the channels are retained in direct sunlight or near heating elements or ...
... & Safety Tips 4 100 Channels - Scan these frequency ranges with your BC860XLT is truly a Twin TurboTM Scanner. Memory Backup - Twin TurboTM Speed - Keep track of the activity on most important channel(s) while monitoring others. You must have... Manual Channel Access - With both Turbo Scan and Turbo Search, your scanner. (Note: the frequency coverage is disconnected, the memory retains the frequencies for 7 days. Data Skip - Skip data signals and unmodulated transmissions. Frequencies programmed in the channels are retained in direct sunlight or near heating elements or ...
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If the frequencies listed in the "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" do not work in your local library has more information. 6 A Uniden representative should be able to purchase a local frequency list. The "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" lists typical frequencies used around the U.S. ... computer bulletin boards, and even contests for the radio enthusiast. Also, your area, call the enclosed "Mr. Scanner" 800 number. Where to Obtain More Information Before you can scan, you must program a frequency into each channel you want to use the enclosed order form to provide you may...
If the frequencies listed in the "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" do not work in your local library has more information. 6 A Uniden representative should be able to purchase a local frequency list. The "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" lists typical frequencies used around the U.S. ... computer bulletin boards, and even contests for the radio enthusiast. Also, your area, call the enclosed "Mr. Scanner" 800 number. Where to Obtain More Information Before you can scan, you must program a frequency into each channel you want to use the enclosed order form to provide you may...
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Programming Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program. 1. Select the channel. Á Á 4. If the entered frequency is outside the Frequency Range of the scanner, (See Table on page 3, and the Technical Specifications at least one channel. Enter the frequency. . Select the frequency. 2. To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. Enter MANUAL mode. 3. this procedure for each channel you must program a frequency into at the back of . Press and go back to Step 4. 11 Repeat this Guide), a distinctive beep sounds.
Programming Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program. 1. Select the channel. Á Á 4. If the entered frequency is outside the Frequency Range of the scanner, (See Table on page 3, and the Technical Specifications at least one channel. Enter the frequency. . Select the frequency. 2. To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. Enter MANUAL mode. 3. this procedure for each channel you must program a frequency into at the back of . Press and go back to Step 4. 11 Repeat this Guide), a distinctive beep sounds.
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For example, when you finish programming a channel, press to step up to the next channel. 0 E To erase the channel, enter and . Record channels and frequencies in some convenient place in case the scanner memory is lost. 12 Channels with no frequencies are programming five new frequencies into Channels 4 through 8, start with the lowest number channel. M After you are automatically locked out. Programming Tips To quickly program a series of channels, start with Channel 4.
For example, when you finish programming a channel, press to step up to the next channel. 0 E To erase the channel, enter and . Record channels and frequencies in some convenient place in case the scanner memory is lost. 12 Channels with no frequencies are programming five new frequencies into Channels 4 through 8, start with the lowest number channel. M After you are automatically locked out. Programming Tips To quickly program a series of channels, start with Channel 4.
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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. Select the channel you to . 3. To program a Delay into a channel: 1. 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. Select the channel you to . 3. To program a Delay into a channel: 1. Enter Manual mode. 2. You can program an additional Delay during Scan so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming scanning.
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When the transmission stops, Search resumes. Á Á OR 6b. Note: If the received transmission is detected, the BC860XLT stops on that frequency to continue to monitor it. To continue the search: 23 When a transmission is in the Aircraft Band, AIR displays in the LCD. Note: When you can program them into one of the channels. You can stay on that interest you, write them down so you find frequencies that frequency. 6a. See page 28. 7. 4. Begin Search. 5. You can also automatically program a desired frequency into the scanner.
When the transmission stops, Search resumes. Á Á OR 6b. Note: If the received transmission is detected, the BC860XLT stops on that frequency to continue to monitor it. To continue the search: 23 When a transmission is in the Aircraft Band, AIR displays in the LCD. Note: When you can program them into one of the channels. You can stay on that interest you, write them down so you find frequencies that frequency. 6a. See page 28. 7. 4. Begin Search. 5. You can also automatically program a desired frequency into the scanner.
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... for each channel that you to hear a possible replying transmission. To activate Delay for all frequencies. You can program an additional Delay so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming searching. Search Delay Normally, the scanner will resume searching as soon as a transmission has stopped. In Search, Delay is active (or inactive) for...
... for each channel that you to hear a possible replying transmission. To activate Delay for all frequencies. You can program an additional Delay so the scanner waits another 2 seconds before resuming searching. Search Delay Normally, the scanner will resume searching as soon as a transmission has stopped. In Search, Delay is active (or inactive) for...
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Weather Scan Your BC860XLT is set properly) 2. To find the next active weather channel: Á Note: In some parts of the 100 channels. M S C Normally a higher location or a better antenna improves the reception. Because weather channels transmit continuously, the scanner remains on that frequency. When the Weather ... broadcasts, such as in low-lying areas. To exit Weather Scan, press , , or . 31 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 channel(s) from 7 preprogrammed NOAA...
Weather Scan Your BC860XLT is set properly) 2. To find the next active weather channel: Á Note: In some parts of the 100 channels. M S C Normally a higher location or a better antenna improves the reception. Because weather channels transmit continuously, the scanner remains on that frequency. When the Weather ... broadcasts, such as in low-lying areas. To exit Weather Scan, press , , or . 31 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 channel(s) from 7 preprogrammed NOAA...
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Always write down the programmed frequencies in all channels when there has been a memory loss. The display shows 000.0000 in the event of memory loss. Also try changing the height or angle of the scanner with a mild detergent. Do not use the scanner in direct sunlight or near heating ... a higher elevation, may provide better reception. Avoid placing the unit in high-moisture environments such as prolonged periods without power will cause scanner memory loss. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Be careful not to the unit before disconnecting the power. Do not plug the...
Always write down the programmed frequencies in all channels when there has been a memory loss. The display shows 000.0000 in the event of memory loss. Also try changing the height or angle of the scanner with a mild detergent. Do not use the scanner in direct sunlight or near heating ... a higher elevation, may provide better reception. Avoid placing the unit in high-moisture environments such as prolonged periods without power will cause scanner memory loss. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Be careful not to the unit before disconnecting the power. Do not plug the...
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... the wall switch of the programmed frequencies are currently active. refer to page 10, Setting the Squelch. • Check the antenna connection. • Check to see if it is higher than 406 MHz, a shorter antenna length may improve the reception. • Relocate the scanner. • You may be...• Check to see if many of finding an active channel. • Review each channel's frequency to another wall outlet. Troubleshooting If your BC860XLT is locked out. This could be in a fringe area. If so, all but one channel is not performing properly, try the following steps. ...
... the wall switch of the programmed frequencies are currently active. refer to page 10, Setting the Squelch. • Check the antenna connection. • Check to see if it is higher than 406 MHz, a shorter antenna length may improve the reception. • Relocate the scanner. • You may be...• Check to see if many of finding an active channel. • Review each channel's frequency to another wall outlet. Troubleshooting If your BC860XLT is locked out. This could be in a fringe area. If so, all but one channel is not performing properly, try the following steps. ...