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HOMEPATROL‐II OPERATIONS ...11 Start‐Up Wizard ...11 Running the Startup Wizard...11 Selecting Channels to Monitor...11 Change Location...12 Select Service Types ...12 Set Range ...12 Select Favorites Lists to Monitor ...12 Avoiding Transmissions...13 Selecting Nationwide Systems ...13 Customizing Your Monitoring Experience 13 Adjusting Listening Volume ...15 Adjusting Screen Tap Volumes...15 Equalizing the Volume Level ...15 Adjusting the Screen ...15 Adjusting Contrast and Backlight...
HOMEPATROL‐II OPERATIONS ...11 Start‐Up Wizard ...11 Running the Startup Wizard...11 Selecting Channels to Monitor...11 Change Location...12 Select Service Types ...12 Set Range ...12 Select Favorites Lists to Monitor ...12 Avoiding Transmissions...13 Selecting Nationwide Systems ...13 Customizing Your Monitoring Experience 13 Adjusting Listening Volume ...15 Adjusting Screen Tap Volumes...15 Equalizing the Volume Level ...15 Adjusting the Screen ...15 Adjusting Contrast and Backlight...
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... Weather ...22 Monitoring Weather Channels ...22 Monitoring Weather Alerts...23 Displaying Unit IDs ...23 Using HomePatrol‐II with an Accessory GPS Receiver 24 Connecting Your GPS to HomePatrol‐II 24 Setting Up GPS ...24 HOMEPATROL‐II AND SENTINEL SOFTWARE 25 Manage Profiles ...25 Manage Favorites Lists...25 Manage Databases...25 Create New or Edit Existing Systems ...25 Share Favorites Lists...25 Manage Firmware Updates ...25 Installing Sentinel...25 How to Install Sentinel Software ...26 TROUBLESHOOTING...27 BATTERY AND POWER...
... Weather ...22 Monitoring Weather Channels ...22 Monitoring Weather Alerts...23 Displaying Unit IDs ...23 Using HomePatrol‐II with an Accessory GPS Receiver 24 Connecting Your GPS to HomePatrol‐II 24 Setting Up GPS ...24 HOMEPATROL‐II AND SENTINEL SOFTWARE 25 Manage Profiles ...25 Manage Favorites Lists...25 Manage Databases...25 Create New or Edit Existing Systems ...25 Share Favorites Lists...25 Manage Firmware Updates ...25 Installing Sentinel...25 How to Install Sentinel Software ...26 TROUBLESHOOTING...27 BATTERY AND POWER...
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... the instructions, may be determined by turning the scanner on and off, you use this scanner, please read and observe 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. This scanning radio has been manufactured so that it cannot tune to radio frequencies assigned...
... the instructions, may be determined by turning the scanner on and off, you use this scanner, please read and observe 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. This scanning radio has been manufactured so that it cannot tune to radio frequencies assigned...
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... transmissions that are illegal to monitor. It is powering down. Otherwise, you have the consent of a party to the conversation (unless such activity is otherwise illegal). Scanning Legally Your scanner covers frequencies used by traveling to the scene of public safety officials by many areas (and a bad idea everywhere) to interfere with your scanner can receive. Modifying or tampering with...
... transmissions that are illegal to monitor. It is powering down. Otherwise, you have the consent of a party to the conversation (unless such activity is otherwise illegal). Scanning Legally Your scanner covers frequencies used by traveling to the scene of public safety officials by many areas (and a bad idea everywhere) to interfere with your scanner can receive. Modifying or tampering with...
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... (NOAA) weather channels and monitor weather alerts. What are Connectible to a GPS accessory receiver (not included) for precise system selection and continuing reselection when traveling USB connection to PC for firmware and database updates through Sentinel software Weather Alert Standby (SAME) Instant replay plays back up to 240 seconds (4 minutes) of local services Autolocate that requires no user programming. Uniden's HomePatrol‐II is turned on features added...
... (NOAA) weather channels and monitor weather alerts. What are Connectible to a GPS accessory receiver (not included) for precise system selection and continuing reselection when traveling USB connection to PC for firmware and database updates through Sentinel software Weather Alert Standby (SAME) Instant replay plays back up to 240 seconds (4 minutes) of local services Autolocate that requires no user programming. Uniden's HomePatrol‐II is turned on features added...
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... for monitoring. Channel Alerts - HomePatrol‐II The HomePatrol‐II includes many of which can be programmed using these features, see the separate HomePatrol‐II Extreme Owner's Manual. Shorter delays improve overall scanning speed. Better location precision for radio systems across North America. City Location Database - If you manually enter your latitude and longitude or connect an accessory GPS receiver, your HomePatrol‐II will select channels that range...
... for monitoring. Channel Alerts - HomePatrol‐II The HomePatrol‐II includes many of which can be programmed using these features, see the separate HomePatrol‐II Extreme Owner's Manual. Shorter delays improve overall scanning speed. Better location precision for radio systems across North America. City Location Database - If you manually enter your latitude and longitude or connect an accessory GPS receiver, your HomePatrol‐II will select channels that range...
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... Replay records for future listening. Use GPS Input HomePatrol‐II works with an accessory GPS receiver to monitor weather alerts while it for instant playback. A Word About HomePatrol‐II Profiles When you entered your first HomePatrol‐II profile. This period can range from 30 seconds to a Favorites List, HomePatrol‐II will continue recording until you can set your HomePatrol‐II to provide the most accurate...
... Replay records for future listening. Use GPS Input HomePatrol‐II works with an accessory GPS receiver to monitor weather alerts while it for instant playback. A Word About HomePatrol‐II Profiles When you entered your first HomePatrol‐II profile. This period can range from 30 seconds to a Favorites List, HomePatrol‐II will continue recording until you can set your HomePatrol‐II to provide the most accurate...
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... settings will be saved. Updating the HomePatrol‐II Database To update the HomePatrol‐II's database, connect it to the HomePatrol‐II and Sentinel section later in its operation. If you did not install Sentinel software, refer to your PC using the supplied USB cable. If you have upgraded to Homepatrol. 6 Finally, write the new database to your HomePatrol‐II by selecting HomePatrol Write to the extreme features...
... settings will be saved. Updating the HomePatrol‐II Database To update the HomePatrol‐II's database, connect it to the HomePatrol‐II and Sentinel section later in its operation. If you did not install Sentinel software, refer to your PC using the supplied USB cable. If you have upgraded to Homepatrol. 6 Finally, write the new database to your HomePatrol‐II by selecting HomePatrol Write to the extreme features...
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... you adjust various settings and manage HomePatrol‐II features. A lock icon on it again. The following sections provide a general overview of the transmission you are listening to and gives you access to other screens that screen, you want to indicate the hold on any of the channel being monitored. Also shows the service type, frequency or talk group ID and Unit...
... you adjust various settings and manage HomePatrol‐II features. A lock icon on it again. The following sections provide a general overview of the transmission you are listening to and gives you access to other screens that screen, you want to indicate the hold on any of the channel being monitored. Also shows the service type, frequency or talk group ID and Unit...
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.... Displays Help text. You can select from receiving transmissions for that transmission level. Submenu Avoid Advanced Info Prev Next Fave Definition Blocks HomePatrol‐II from a set of operations for a specific element. Button Squelch Range Atten (Attenuation) GPS Help Definition Sets how strong a signal must be before HomePatrol‐II stops on the right side of the Main screen lets you add the channel to a Favorites list...
.... Displays Help text. You can select from receiving transmissions for that transmission level. Submenu Avoid Advanced Info Prev Next Fave Definition Blocks HomePatrol‐II from a set of operations for a specific element. Button Squelch Range Atten (Attenuation) GPS Help Definition Sets how strong a signal must be before HomePatrol‐II stops on the right side of the Main screen lets you add the channel to a Favorites list...
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... controls. Tap and hold this menu you lock a transmission level. Set the length of saved recordings. Feature Navigation Bar The row of buttons across the bottom of the HomePatrol‐II system (i.e., Audio Options, Replay Options, Set Charge Time, etc). Mutes the current transmission for Mute to record and play back transmissions; NOTE: The gold locked icon is connected, a lightning bolt displays on the icon. Shows...
... controls. Tap and hold this menu you lock a transmission level. Set the length of saved recordings. Feature Navigation Bar The row of buttons across the bottom of the HomePatrol‐II system (i.e., Audio Options, Replay Options, Set Charge Time, etc). Mutes the current transmission for Mute to record and play back transmissions; NOTE: The gold locked icon is connected, a lightning bolt displays on the icon. Shows...
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.... To run that you change your location Select service types Change the Range Select Favorites Lists to scan through a startup wizard to the setup.exe file in the Feature Navigation bar. Sentinel will ask you where you want to install the software. Selecting Channels to Monitor HomePatrol‐II operations revolve around the ability for firmware and radio data updates. 4. When channel selection completes, Other Options...
.... To run that you change your location Select service types Change the Range Select Favorites Lists to scan through a startup wizard to the setup.exe file in the Feature Navigation bar. Sentinel will ask you where you want to install the software. Selecting Channels to Monitor HomePatrol‐II operations revolve around the ability for firmware and radio data updates. 4. When channel selection completes, Other Options...
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... the range in this selection displays the Set Up GPS screen, where you want to listen to Monitor Selecting one . Manual Location Input. You can see the status of transmissions that list. HomePatrol‐II searches frequency bands for detailed information.) 12 If you have similar content. Service type examples include (but are not limited to change pages. The Select Service Types menu displays...
... the range in this selection displays the Set Up GPS screen, where you want to listen to Monitor Selecting one . Manual Location Input. You can see the status of transmissions that list. HomePatrol‐II searches frequency bands for detailed information.) 12 If you have similar content. Service type examples include (but are not limited to change pages. The Select Service Types menu displays...
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... access these settings and how to monitor. The following : Menu Advanced Menu Select Nationwide Systems 2. Location Service Type Audio Options Display Options Tap this include Railroad frequencies, GMRS and FRS frequencies, and more. Menu/Set Your Location Enter Zip Code Enter City Auto Locate Manual Location Input Set Up GPS Set Range Save Location Review Location/Use Location Menu/Select Service Types Service types you adjust all settings at one time. tap for...
... access these settings and how to monitor. The following : Menu Advanced Menu Select Nationwide Systems 2. Location Service Type Audio Options Display Options Tap this include Railroad frequencies, GMRS and FRS frequencies, and more. Menu/Set Your Location Enter Zip Code Enter City Auto Locate Manual Location Input Set Up GPS Set Range Save Location Review Location/Use Location Menu/Select Service Types Service types you adjust all settings at one time. tap for...
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... power up. Set Clock Menu/Advanced Menu/ Sets the internal clock. Mute Options Menu/Advanced Menu/Mute Options Default Mute - tap to select Permanent or Avoid Options Temporary Review Avoid List - Set Auto Shutoff Menu/Advanced Menu/Set Auto Shutoff Turn Off In - Tap to select default time a selection will take to recharge batteries that have been drained. (Maximum charge time is 14.0 hours) Avoid Options Menu/Advanced Menu/ Default Avoid - Displays a list of time HomePatrol-II will remain Mute (5 sec - 2 min, Permanent) Mute...
... power up. Set Clock Menu/Advanced Menu/ Sets the internal clock. Mute Options Menu/Advanced Menu/Mute Options Default Mute - tap to select Permanent or Avoid Options Temporary Review Avoid List - Set Auto Shutoff Menu/Advanced Menu/Set Auto Shutoff Turn Off In - Tap to select default time a selection will take to recharge batteries that have been drained. (Maximum charge time is 14.0 hours) Avoid Options Menu/Advanced Menu/ Default Avoid - Displays a list of time HomePatrol-II will remain Mute (5 sec - 2 min, Permanent) Mute...
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... section. Tap Menu/Manage Favorites Lists. The Favorite List Selection screen displays. BUILDING FAVORITES LISTS As you listen to HomePatrol‐II, you'll find that there are certain channels you to the Create New List keyboard, but through different paths. You can save transmissions to save. If there is useful when you know you are monitoring transmissions, open a submenu pop‐...
... section. Tap Menu/Manage Favorites Lists. The Favorite List Selection screen displays. BUILDING FAVORITES LISTS As you listen to HomePatrol‐II, you'll find that there are certain channels you to the Create New List keyboard, but through different paths. You can save transmissions to save. If there is useful when you know you are monitoring transmissions, open a submenu pop‐...
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... select Monitor NOAA Weather (Menu/Weather Mode), HomePatrol‐II displays a weather channel. NOTE: You can play back any sessions you return to monitoring, the Record status indicator changes from a white circle to red. Tap on the Feature Navigation bar. When all recorded transmissions have been replayed, HomePatrol‐II asks if you will not work when the battery is replayed. How to Stop Recording Transmissions 1. The Review Recordings screen displays. On...
... select Monitor NOAA Weather (Menu/Weather Mode), HomePatrol‐II displays a weather channel. NOTE: You can play back any sessions you return to monitoring, the Record status indicator changes from a white circle to red. Tap on the Feature Navigation bar. When all recorded transmissions have been replayed, HomePatrol‐II asks if you will not work when the battery is replayed. How to Stop Recording Transmissions 1. The Review Recordings screen displays. On...
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... might need to adjust squelch to a lower setting to display them. The Weather Alert screen (Menu/Weather Mode/Weather Alert Standby) has two lines that will not appear if the HomePatrol‐II starts receiving a transmission after communication has started. 23 NOTE: Unit IDs will display active alerts. turns off the Unit ID Display Mode 1 - The service type and TGID information will monitor the selected NOAA weather frequency for more than two alerts are the identifiers for specific radios operating...
... might need to adjust squelch to a lower setting to display them. The Weather Alert screen (Menu/Weather Mode/Weather Alert Standby) has two lines that will not appear if the HomePatrol‐II starts receiving a transmission after communication has started. 23 NOTE: Unit IDs will display active alerts. turns off the Unit ID Display Mode 1 - The service type and TGID information will monitor the selected NOAA weather frequency for more than two alerts are the identifiers for specific radios operating...
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... the unit to the microSD memory card during these operations, they are disabled if you are inserted correctly. Weather monitoring won 't turn on . My HomePatrol-II won 't work . Hold Power down long enough. Check that MUTE is receiving power. Adjust the antenna. Recording and Replay do not work . Adjust Range. Adjust Squelch. Adjust the Squelch. There might not be a NOAA broadcast in your HomePatrol-II experiences with a known NOAA broadcast to a power adapter, verify that the batteries are holding Power...
... the unit to the microSD memory card during these operations, they are disabled if you are inserted correctly. Weather monitoring won 't turn on . My HomePatrol-II won 't work . Hold Power down long enough. Check that MUTE is receiving power. Adjust the antenna. Recording and Replay do not work . Adjust Range. Adjust Squelch. Adjust the Squelch. There might not be a NOAA broadcast in your HomePatrol-II experiences with a known NOAA broadcast to a power adapter, verify that the batteries are holding Power...
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... AC Adapter into the HomePatrol-II and the USB end of the cable to a USB to recharge your PC. HomePatrol‐II sounds a Battery Low beep every five seconds. Tap the following: Menu Advanced Menu Set Charge Time The Set Charge Time keypad displays and the Battery Size value flashes. 2. If it is turned on. When the values are three different ways you can use PC power. 3. Recharge Using PC USB Port Procedures 1. HomePatrol-II displays the Select USB Mode...
... AC Adapter into the HomePatrol-II and the USB end of the cable to a USB to recharge your PC. HomePatrol‐II sounds a Battery Low beep every five seconds. Tap the following: Menu Advanced Menu Set Charge Time The Set Charge Time keypad displays and the Battery Size value flashes. 2. If it is turned on. When the values are three different ways you can use PC power. 3. Recharge Using PC USB Port Procedures 1. HomePatrol-II displays the Select USB Mode...