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BearTracker 885 Owner's Manual Printed in Vietnam U01UT416ZZA(0)
BearTracker 885 Owner's Manual Printed in Vietnam U01UT416ZZA(0)
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... RADIO 7 AND AN EARLY-WARNING SYSTEM 8 FEATURES...8 WHAT'S IN THE BOX 9 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 9 INSTALLATION 12 MOBILE INSTALLATION 12 Safety Notice 12 Antennas 13 GPS Receiver 13 Connecting the Power Cords 14 Ground Information 14 MARINE INSTALLATION 14 SET UP BEARTRACKER 885 14 BEARTRACKER 885 INITIAL SETUP 14 BASIC OPERATIONS 15 EMERGENCY OPERATION 15 BASIC OPERATIONS 16 USING THE KEYS 17 SRF/CAL/SWR Key...
... RADIO 7 AND AN EARLY-WARNING SYSTEM 8 FEATURES...8 WHAT'S IN THE BOX 9 CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS 9 INSTALLATION 12 MOBILE INSTALLATION 12 Safety Notice 12 Antennas 13 GPS Receiver 13 Connecting the Power Cords 14 Ground Information 14 MARINE INSTALLATION 14 SET UP BEARTRACKER 885 14 BEARTRACKER 885 INITIAL SETUP 14 BASIC OPERATIONS 15 EMERGENCY OPERATION 15 BASIC OPERATIONS 16 USING THE KEYS 17 SRF/CAL/SWR Key...
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... 24 Set Brightness 24 LCD Color, Contrast, and Brightness Settings for Night LCD 24 Set Weather Alert Scan 24 Set BWS Alert 25 Set Audio Priority 25 Set Tone 25 OTHER FEATURES 26 SRF/CAL/SWR Meter 26 Antenna System Check 26 BEARTRACKER UPDATE MANAGER 26 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 28 MAINTENANCE 28 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER 29 SPECIFICATIONS 29 SCANNER 31 CTCSS FREQUENCIES 32 DCS CODES 33...
... 24 Set Brightness 24 LCD Color, Contrast, and Brightness Settings for Night LCD 24 Set Weather Alert Scan 24 Set BWS Alert 25 Set Audio Priority 25 Set Tone 25 OTHER FEATURES 26 SRF/CAL/SWR Meter 26 Antenna System Check 26 BEARTRACKER UPDATE MANAGER 26 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE 28 MAINTENANCE 28 TROUBLESHOOTING 28 SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER 29 SPECIFICATIONS 29 SCANNER 31 CTCSS FREQUENCIES 32 DCS CODES 33...
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... your BearTracker 885's database up-to-date using the BT885 Update Manager (see page 22). just press a button and you can talk to these safety channels and always be aware of what public safety issues are ahead of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This full-featured CB radio provides 40 channels, 4-Watt RF power, a 7-color display, an SWR meter...
... your BearTracker 885's database up-to-date using the BT885 Update Manager (see page 22). just press a button and you can talk to these safety channels and always be aware of what public safety issues are ahead of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). This full-featured CB radio provides 40 channels, 4-Watt RF power, a 7-color display, an SWR meter...
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...Display ƒƒ Day/Night LCD Settings ƒƒ Weather Alert ƒƒ Squelch Control ƒƒ Weather Channel Scan ƒƒ Emergency Channel 9 ƒƒ PA Function ƒƒ Wireless Mic Compatible ƒƒ Digital and ...adjustments or alterations which would change the frequency determining method, are strictly prohibited. AND AN EARLY-WARNING SYSTEM The BearTracker Warning System (BWS) alerts you if there are signals up to about 3 to 5 miles from your local state laws for any other part of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by Uniden...
...Display ƒƒ Day/Night LCD Settings ƒƒ Weather Alert ƒƒ Squelch Control ƒƒ Weather Channel Scan ƒƒ Emergency Channel 9 ƒƒ PA Function ƒƒ Wireless Mic Compatible ƒƒ Digital and ...adjustments or alterations which would change the frequency determining method, are strictly prohibited. AND AN EARLY-WARNING SYSTEM The BearTracker Warning System (BWS) alerts you if there are signals up to about 3 to 5 miles from your local state laws for any other part of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended by Uniden...
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...;ƒ SWR Meter ƒƒ CB/Scanner Audio Priority ƒƒ Antenna System Check ƒƒ Mic and RF Gain ƒƒ Talkback ƒƒ ANL/NB WHAT'S IN THE BOX Your BearTracker 885 contains the following: ƒƒ BearTracker 885 CB 2-way mobile radio ƒƒ Noise-Cancelling Microphone ƒƒ Mounting Bracket Kit ƒƒ DC Power Cord ƒƒ Window-Mount Antenna ƒƒ...
...;ƒ SWR Meter ƒƒ CB/Scanner Audio Priority ƒƒ Antenna System Check ƒƒ Mic and RF Gain ƒƒ Talkback ƒƒ ANL/NB WHAT'S IN THE BOX Your BearTracker 885 contains the following: ƒƒ BearTracker 885 CB 2-way mobile radio ƒƒ Noise-Cancelling Microphone ƒƒ Mounting Bracket Kit ƒƒ DC Power Cord ƒƒ Window-Mount Antenna ƒƒ...
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... selected channel. FUNC|MIC GAIN: Press once to transceiver. AVOID lets you monitor yourself when transmitting (see page 18). 13. 9/19|DAY/NIGHT: Press to adjust Mic Gain (see page 18). 16. RF Gain: Adjust Receive frequency (see page 13). 18 19 20 21 22 23 18. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from incoming transmissions. CB Antenna...
... selected channel. FUNC|MIC GAIN: Press once to transceiver. AVOID lets you monitor yourself when transmitting (see page 18). 13. 9/19|DAY/NIGHT: Press to adjust Mic Gain (see page 18). 16. RF Gain: Adjust Receive frequency (see page 13). 18 19 20 21 22 23 18. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from incoming transmissions. CB Antenna...
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Note that is normal for this transceiver. PTT: Push-to the antenna. Never transmit if any CB antenna with the driver or passenger. 2. Plan the location of the radio or car dash. Connect the power cords, antennas, and GPS module (included). 4. Select a location that Uniden does not specify or supply any person is closer than the specified distance to -Talk. It...
Note that is normal for this transceiver. PTT: Push-to the antenna. Never transmit if any CB antenna with the driver or passenger. 2. Plan the location of the radio or car dash. Connect the power cords, antennas, and GPS module (included). 4. Select a location that Uniden does not specify or supply any person is closer than the specified distance to -Talk. It...
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... for installation. Scanner Your radio kit includes a window-mount antenna. The GPS reciever automatically begins to acquire position information from the 50-ohm transmission line to install on as long as GPS is connected and receiving position information. Antennas CB Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is limited by installing an inferior antenna. To achieve the maximum transmission distance, Uniden strongly...
... for installation. Scanner Your radio kit includes a window-mount antenna. The GPS reciever automatically begins to acquire position information from the 50-ohm transmission line to install on as long as GPS is connected and receiving position information. Antennas CB Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is limited by installing an inferior antenna. To achieve the maximum transmission distance, Uniden strongly...
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...other convenient point. Connect the red DC power cord from the transceiver to prevent a short circuit. MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for information. Install the GPS unit. 3. Negative Ground ...fuse block or to USB adapter, not included). Update the database according to the vehicle chassis or negative (-) battery terminal. If in the wiring harness. This way, the transceiver is automatically turned off . SET UP BEARTRACKER 885 BEARTRACKER 885 INITIAL SETUP 1. Then connect the black power cord to E-14 Connecting the Power Cords Uniden recommends connecting the power...
...other convenient point. Connect the red DC power cord from the transceiver to prevent a short circuit. MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for information. Install the GPS unit. 3. Negative Ground ...fuse block or to USB adapter, not included). Update the database according to the vehicle chassis or negative (-) battery terminal. If in the wiring harness. This way, the transceiver is automatically turned off . SET UP BEARTRACKER 885 BEARTRACKER 885 INITIAL SETUP 1. Then connect the black power cord to E-14 Connecting the Power Cords Uniden recommends connecting the power...
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...channel (CHANNEL knob). 9. Adjust CB Squelch (outer ring of your zip code (USA) or the first 3 digits of VOL/SQ knob). • Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise to use. Set SQUELCH only when the radio is not receiving a strong signal. 11. Set LCD contrast (see page 24). E-15 procedures in the BearTracker Update... Channel 9. BASIC OPERATIONS EMERGENCY OPERATION 1. Press 9/19|DAY/NIGHT or turn Channel Selector knob to adjust RF Gain downwards. (CB mode only) 13. Wait for the unit to a comfortable level (VOLUME knob). 8. All get through - Adjust MIC Gain (see page 13). 10. Turn ...
...channel (CHANNEL knob). 9. Adjust CB Squelch (outer ring of your zip code (USA) or the first 3 digits of VOL/SQ knob). • Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise to use. Set SQUELCH only when the radio is not receiving a strong signal. 11. Set LCD contrast (see page 24). E-15 procedures in the BearTracker Update... Channel 9. BASIC OPERATIONS EMERGENCY OPERATION 1. Press 9/19|DAY/NIGHT or turn Channel Selector knob to adjust RF Gain downwards. (CB mode only) 13. Wait for the unit to a comfortable level (VOLUME knob). 8. All get through - Adjust MIC Gain (see page 13). 10. Turn ...
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Press a public safety key on the radio. (See item #5 on page 9 and key descriptions on the LCD. USING THE KEYS SRF/CAL/SWR Key This key checks incoming signal strength and received signal power or allows you switch between CB, PA, and Weather modes. CB is enabled. ...mic, PA replaces the channel number and audio goes to night mode Check/calibrate the antenna Do this change using the Function key (see page 22). As long as the radio is enabled and PA displays on page 19.) Adjust the squelch knob (see page 18). WX displays on the LCD and the weather channel frequency...
Press a public safety key on the radio. (See item #5 on page 9 and key descriptions on the LCD. USING THE KEYS SRF/CAL/SWR Key This key checks incoming signal strength and received signal power or allows you switch between CB, PA, and Weather modes. CB is enabled. ...mic, PA replaces the channel number and audio goes to night mode Check/calibrate the antenna Do this change using the Function key (see page 22). As long as the radio is enabled and PA displays on page 19.) Adjust the squelch knob (see page 18). WX displays on the LCD and the weather channel frequency...
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...Press this key to switch to emergency service channels (9/19) and then back to 100% modulation (1 - 4). 3. Levels are enabled with it , the setting after that are 1 (Low Gain) to enable Function operations. Press the key again. Press FUNC|MIC GAIN twice then press and hold ...service. 4. Switch between day and night LCD display settings with the Function key (see page 22). CB is enabled. See page 21 for about 5 E-18 The MIC Gain setting adjusts the microphone's sensitivity. Turn the channel selector knob to adjust microphone sensitivity, up to the starting channel...
...Press this key to switch to emergency service channels (9/19) and then back to 100% modulation (1 - 4). 3. Levels are enabled with it , the setting after that are 1 (Low Gain) to enable Function operations. Press the key again. Press FUNC|MIC GAIN twice then press and hold ...service. 4. Switch between day and night LCD display settings with the Function key (see page 22). CB is enabled. See page 21 for about 5 E-18 The MIC Gain setting adjusts the microphone's sensitivity. Turn the channel selector knob to adjust microphone sensitivity, up to the starting channel...
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... NB settings while in WX mode. Set Weather Alert Turn Weather Alert on , the radio sounds an alert tone and flashes an indicator if it detects a weather alert. Set WX Alert Scan to resume scannning. Turn the channel selector to set it will...BearTracker 885's built-in WX mode. Set Weather Alert Scan Weather Alert Scan allows the radio to move to select a weather channel (1 - 7). 3. You might hear other road crews. To manually scan the WX channels, press HOLD/SCAN|S.SQL to keep this on that are not as interesting when you are often used for activation information. WX channel...
... NB settings while in WX mode. Set Weather Alert Turn Weather Alert on , the radio sounds an alert tone and flashes an indicator if it detects a weather alert. Set WX Alert Scan to resume scannning. Turn the channel selector to set it will...BearTracker 885's built-in WX mode. Set Weather Alert Scan Weather Alert Scan allows the radio to move to select a weather channel (1 - 7). 3. You might hear other road crews. To manually scan the WX channels, press HOLD/SCAN|S.SQL to keep this on that are not as interesting when you are often used for activation information. WX channel...
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.... Turn off your BearTracker 885. Press SRF/CAL/SWR until SWR displays. Connect the antenna. 2. BEARTRACKER UPDATE MANAGER Uniden updates the BearTracker 885 frequency database every week using RadioReference.com's extensive frequency database. Press SRF/CAL/SWR again until CAL displays on the microphone to perform this step. If the reading is at CAL . OTHER FEATURES SRF/CAL/SWR Meter You can check your incoming signal strength and output power...
.... Turn off your BearTracker 885. Press SRF/CAL/SWR until SWR displays. Connect the antenna. 2. BEARTRACKER UPDATE MANAGER Uniden updates the BearTracker 885 frequency database every week using RadioReference.com's extensive frequency database. Press SRF/CAL/SWR again until CAL displays on the microphone to perform this step. If the reading is at CAL . OTHER FEATURES SRF/CAL/SWR Meter You can check your incoming signal strength and output power...
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... type 6-amp fuse. E-28 Check the SWR. 2. Be sure all screws and mounting hardware are tight. 3. Remove the fuse and inspect. Set CB/PA to open. database is complete, SCAN displays. MAINTENANCE The BearTracker 885 is designed to do so may void your BearTracker 885. Carefully separate the two pieces. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING In the event of the DC power cord. Check microphone connection. Check...
... type 6-amp fuse. E-28 Check the SWR. 2. Be sure all screws and mounting hardware are tight. 3. Remove the fuse and inspect. Set CB/PA to open. database is complete, SCAN displays. MAINTENANCE The BearTracker 885 is designed to do so may void your BearTracker 885. Carefully separate the two pieces. 2. TROUBLESHOOTING In the event of the DC power cord. Check microphone connection. Check...
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... the FCC Citizens Radio Service regulations. No Transmission Low Transmission Set CB/PA/WX|WX.ALT to specify the correct model number and serial number of the unit. Adjust MIC Gain. Check RJ45 jack connections. SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER It is normal. Check microphone connection. No GPS Signal Turn the power off then back on. SPECIFICATIONS Channel: Frequency Range: Microphone Internal Speaker Emission Frequency Control: GENERAL...
... the FCC Citizens Radio Service regulations. No Transmission Low Transmission Set CB/PA/WX|WX.ALT to specify the correct model number and serial number of the unit. Adjust MIC Gain. Check RJ45 jack connections. SERVICING YOUR TRANSCEIVER It is normal. Check microphone connection. No GPS Signal Turn the power off then back on. SPECIFICATIONS Channel: Frequency Range: Microphone Internal Speaker Emission Frequency Control: GENERAL...
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...°C Accessories: DC Power Cord Noise Cancelling Microphone Microphone Hanger Mounting Bracket Owner's Manual Part 95 Subpart D (FCC Rules) Size (W x H x D): 7.28 in . Modulation: 1900 mA Nom. D (without knobs and jacks) (185 mm W x 205 mm H x 56 mm D) Weight: Approx 63.5 oz (1.8 kg.) CB TRANSMITTER Output Power: AM: 4 watts Hum and Noise Ratio at -47dBm 40 dB Frequency Tolerance: ±0.002% Modulation Percentage (Peak): 100% Spurious Rejection...
...°C Accessories: DC Power Cord Noise Cancelling Microphone Microphone Hanger Mounting Bracket Owner's Manual Part 95 Subpart D (FCC Rules) Size (W x H x D): 7.28 in . Modulation: 1900 mA Nom. D (without knobs and jacks) (185 mm W x 205 mm H x 56 mm D) Weight: Approx 63.5 oz (1.8 kg.) CB TRANSMITTER Output Power: AM: 4 watts Hum and Noise Ratio at -47dBm 40 dB Frequency Tolerance: ±0.002% Modulation Percentage (Peak): 100% Spurious Rejection...
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... warranty, (E) used as detailed by the owner's manual for warranty service. STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to you . Warrantor, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return it to this warranty at any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other cost (except shipping...
... warranty, (E) used as detailed by the owner's manual for warranty service. STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does not conform to you . Warrantor, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit and return it to this warranty at any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someone other cost (except shipping...
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RADIO CODE DEFINITIONS The following list contains common "10-Codes" used by Completed last assignment Can you contact 10-77 10-81 10-82 Meaning Trouble at this station Confidential information Correct time is Wrecker needed at Ambulance needed at Your message is delivered Please turn to channel Traffic accident at...faster communication and better understanding. Code 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 10-9 10-10 10-11 Meaning Received poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving air In service, subject to 10-71 ...
RADIO CODE DEFINITIONS The following list contains common "10-Codes" used by Completed last assignment Can you contact 10-77 10-81 10-82 Meaning Trouble at this station Confidential information Correct time is Wrecker needed at Ambulance needed at Your message is delivered Please turn to channel Traffic accident at...faster communication and better understanding. Code 10-1 10-2 10-3 10-4 10-5 10-6 10-7 10-8 10-9 10-10 10-11 Meaning Received poorly Receiving well Stop transmitting OK, message received Relay message Busy, stand by Out of service, leaving air In service, subject to 10-71 ...
