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... 3 Where to Obtain More Information 4 Unpacking 4 Feature Highlights 5 Controls and Indicators 6 Setup 10 Charging the Battery Pack 10 Mounting the Flexible Antenna 10 Installing the Belt Clip 11 Using the Earphone 11 Operation Overview 12 Programming Channels 14 A. Table of Contents About Your New SportCat 2 What is Scanning 2 What is Searching 2 Types of Your Scanner 27 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts 28 Troubleshooting 29 Technical Specifications 30 1 Programming By Manual Entry 14 B.
... 3 Where to Obtain More Information 4 Unpacking 4 Feature Highlights 5 Controls and Indicators 6 Setup 10 Charging the Battery Pack 10 Mounting the Flexible Antenna 10 Installing the Belt Clip 11 Using the Earphone 11 Operation Overview 12 Programming Channels 14 A. Table of Contents About Your New SportCat 2 What is Scanning 2 What is Searching 2 Types of Your Scanner 27 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts 28 Troubleshooting 29 Technical Specifications 30 1 Programming By Manual Entry 14 B.
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... also has Direct Channel Access for Uniden scanners, can do not transmit continuously. Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed below) do a fast search for another transmission is Scanning? This is in "SCAN Mode". What is received. When the transmission ends, the scanning cycle resumes until it finds an active frequency. The SportCat scans programmed channels at super fast Turbo Scan speed. bands at...
... also has Direct Channel Access for Uniden scanners, can do not transmit continuously. Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed below) do a fast search for another transmission is Scanning? This is in "SCAN Mode". What is received. When the transmission ends, the scanning cycle resumes until it finds an active frequency. The SportCat scans programmed channels at super fast Turbo Scan speed. bands at...
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... Tournaments » Traffic information » Police and fire department (including rescue and paramedics) » NOAA weather broadcasts (7 preprogrammed channels) » Land transportation, such as trucking firms, buses, taxis, tow trucks, and railroads » Marine and amateur radio. » Aircraft » Public Service 800 MHz band And many more in the following 12 Bands: Frequency Range Steps Mode Transmission 29.0-29.7 MHz...
... Tournaments » Traffic information » Police and fire department (including rescue and paramedics) » NOAA weather broadcasts (7 preprogrammed channels) » Land transportation, such as trucking firms, buses, taxis, tow trucks, and railroads » Marine and amateur radio. » Aircraft » Public Service 800 MHz band And many more in the following 12 Bands: Frequency Range Steps Mode Transmission 29.0-29.7 MHz...
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... sporting events. x 29 MHz - 956 MHz Indicates the range of frequencies that can assign one Priority Channel in order to 956 MHz. Assigning priority channels allows you to make the best use of the Direct Access Keys. You can program each Bank.) x Weather Channels Lets your scanner function as a weather information radio. x Preprogrammed Band Search Toggle through 10 Bands plus Aircraft and 800 MHz for sporting events...
... sporting events. x 29 MHz - 956 MHz Indicates the range of frequencies that can assign one Priority Channel in order to 956 MHz. Assigning priority channels allows you to make the best use of the Direct Access Keys. You can program each Bank.) x Weather Channels Lets your scanner function as a weather information radio. x Preprogrammed Band Search Toggle through 10 Bands plus Aircraft and 800 MHz for sporting events...
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... channel and frequency. P appears when the scanner stops on or off, and to adjust the volume. B. When the earphone is connected, the internal speaker is disconnected. Scan Type Indicator - LCD DISPLAY - Use this jack for adjustment procedures. It also displays the mode, status, and bank indicators. Adjust this BNC connector and turn the scanner on a Priority Channel. Controls and Indicators Top View Antenna Connector Earphone Jack SQUELCH Control ON-OFF/ VOLUME Control Connect the rubber antenna to this control to set the scan...
... channel and frequency. P appears when the scanner stops on or off, and to adjust the volume. B. When the earphone is connected, the internal speaker is disconnected. Scan Type Indicator - LCD DISPLAY - Use this jack for adjustment procedures. It also displays the mode, status, and bank indicators. Adjust this BNC connector and turn the scanner on a Priority Channel. Controls and Indicators Top View Antenna Connector Earphone Jack SQUELCH Control ON-OFF/ VOLUME Control Connect the rubber antenna to this control to set the scan...
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... the same time. 7 PRI Indicates PRIORITY SCAN Mode. HOLD Indicates SCAN HOLD or SEARCH HOLD Mode. DIRECT CHANNEL MEMO PAD - D. Frequency Indicator - 7-digits plus decimal indicate the frequency being received by the scanner. DLY Indicates DELAY is locked. 2. In SEARCH Mode, indicates the frequency shown is on the display when the Battery Pack is "Locked Out". When you program into your One-Touch Direct Channels (Channels 1- 10). 3. Low Battery Indicator - Also use these keys to stop scanning, only...
... the same time. 7 PRI Indicates PRIORITY SCAN Mode. HOLD Indicates SCAN HOLD or SEARCH HOLD Mode. DIRECT CHANNEL MEMO PAD - D. Frequency Indicator - 7-digits plus decimal indicate the frequency being received by the scanner. DLY Indicates DELAY is locked. 2. In SEARCH Mode, indicates the frequency shown is on the display when the Battery Pack is "Locked Out". When you program into your One-Touch Direct Channels (Channels 1- 10). 3. Low Battery Indicator - Also use these keys to stop scanning, only...
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... scanning.) D 8. In SCAN or SEARCH Mode, press to stop the scanner, press again to manually turn the display light ON for active frequencies. (In Delay Mode, DLY appears on the display.) In this mode, when the scanner monitors an active frequency, searching or scanning will not resume until appears on the display. 7. Press to toggle between Direct Channel Access N and Bank Scanning. 6. There are not locked out. (SCAN moves across the display during scanning or searching...
... scanning.) D 8. In SCAN or SEARCH Mode, press to stop the scanner, press again to manually turn the display light ON for active frequencies. (In Delay Mode, DLY appears on the display.) In this mode, when the scanner monitors an active frequency, searching or scanning will not resume until appears on the display. 7. Press to toggle between Direct Channel Access N and Bank Scanning. 6. There are not locked out. (SCAN moves across the display during scanning or searching...
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Any other AC adapter or external power plug having over-voltage or reversed polarity can use . (With the Squelch control in "closed" position.) Before using the SportCat for 14 to the steps below. To fully charge the battery, leave the Adapter/Charger connected for the first time, or whenever the LOW BATTERY Indicator appears on the LCD display, you must first install the Battery Pack according to 16...
Any other AC adapter or external power plug having over-voltage or reversed polarity can use . (With the Squelch control in "closed" position.) Before using the SportCat for 14 to the steps below. To fully charge the battery, leave the Adapter/Charger connected for the first time, or whenever the LOW BATTERY Indicator appears on the LCD display, you must first install the Battery Pack according to 16...
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... supplied earphone, or stereo headset of the proper impedance (32Ω). The output of a stereo headset. WARNING: To avoid discomfort or possible hearing damage, be potentially hazardous to set the Volume Control before plugging in the earphone or proper headphones. Insert the 2 screws into the corresponding holes and tighten. Using the Earphone The PHONE jack at the top of the SportCat is monaural audio...
... supplied earphone, or stereo headset of the proper impedance (32Ω). The output of a stereo headset. WARNING: To avoid discomfort or possible hearing damage, be potentially hazardous to set the Volume Control before plugging in the earphone or proper headphones. Insert the 2 screws into the corresponding holes and tighten. Using the Earphone The PHONE jack at the top of the SportCat is monaural audio...
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... hear a constant sound (noise, if no responding transmission within 2 seconds, the scanning cycle resumes. If there is on, the scanner remains on an active frequency, it stops before adjusting the Squelch Control. 4. Any channels that are not programmed (000.0000) are divided into ten 10-channel banks, useful for a responding transmission. Operation Overview Note: Before operating the SportCat for the first time, make sure...
... hear a constant sound (noise, if no responding transmission within 2 seconds, the scanning cycle resumes. If there is on, the scanner remains on an active frequency, it stops before adjusting the Squelch Control. 4. Any channels that are not programmed (000.0000) are divided into ten 10-channel banks, useful for a responding transmission. Operation Overview Note: Before operating the SportCat for the first time, make sure...
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... transmission. When you can scan just these channels in BANK SCAN Mode, the display will look something like this: n DIRECT SCAN When you program Channels 1 through 10, you select a frequency band to search, the scanner searches for setting up and scanning frequencies at sporting events. Scanning functions just like this : 13 This feature is useful for any active frequency within 2 seconds, the search cycle resumes. In DIRECT SCAN Mode the display will look something like...
... transmission. When you can scan just these channels in BANK SCAN Mode, the display will look something like this: n DIRECT SCAN When you program Channels 1 through 10, you select a frequency band to search, the scanner searches for setting up and scanning frequencies at sporting events. Scanning functions just like this : 13 This feature is useful for any active frequency within 2 seconds, the search cycle resumes. In DIRECT SCAN Mode the display will look something like...
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... next available channel A. Enter the frequency number using the numeric keypad. If you make a mistake and want from the Betty Bearcat (or similar) Frequency Book (optional), or from the appropriate Frequency Directory. Note: If appears on the display (keypad locked), unlock the keypad by pressing and holding until disappears. S 2. B 3. Programming By Manual Entry 1. H 4. Make sure the scanner is in the DIRECT Mode, press . When...
... next available channel A. Enter the frequency number using the numeric keypad. If you make a mistake and want from the Betty Bearcat (or similar) Frequency Book (optional), or from the appropriate Frequency Directory. Note: If appears on the display (keypad locked), unlock the keypad by pressing and holding until disappears. S 2. B 3. Programming By Manual Entry 1. H 4. Make sure the scanner is in the DIRECT Mode, press . When...
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.... Press . 1. Delay Normally the scanner will disappear from the bottom of the methods described above . Go directly to interrupt the scan cycle. Locking Out Channels You may have programmed certain channels that you can access that channel at the bottom of the display. Press . O 2. The DLY indicator appears at any time using any of the display. To include the channel back in SCAN, SEARCH, and WEATHER Modes.
.... Press . 1. Delay Normally the scanner will disappear from the bottom of the methods described above . Go directly to interrupt the scan cycle. Locking Out Channels You may have programmed certain channels that you can access that channel at the bottom of the display. Press . O 2. The DLY indicator appears at any time using any of the display. To include the channel back in SCAN, SEARCH, and WEATHER Modes.
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... display. The indicator disappears from the display. Press again to search backward. You can search any time to 300 steps per second in those bands that Band. Press to find desired frequencies if you do not have a Frequency Directory handy, or if new stations have 5 kHz steps. (See the table on page for the step size for each Band.) Using DATA Skip. Wait for the Band...
... display. The indicator disappears from the display. Press again to search backward. You can search any time to 300 steps per second in those bands that Band. Press to find desired frequencies if you do not have a Frequency Directory handy, or if new stations have 5 kHz steps. (See the table on page for the step size for each Band.) Using DATA Skip. Wait for the Band...
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... prevent scratches, do not use excessive amounts of water. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it locks in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Make sure it is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the scanner with a mild detergent. n Avoid placing the unit in place. 6. Replace the Battery Cover by putting the...
... prevent scratches, do not use excessive amounts of water. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it locks in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Make sure it is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the scanner with a mild detergent. n Avoid placing the unit in place. 6. Replace the Battery Cover by putting the...
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Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts The following optional accessories and replacement parts for your SportCat are available from your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden Customer Service Center by calling: (317) 842-2483, 8:00 ... Battery Pack Replacement Rubber Antenna Earphone AC Adapter/Charger Black Leather Carrying Case Yellow Leather Carrying Case Straight Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) Coiled Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) Belt Clip with 2 screws Pack of Direct Channel Memo Pads with Plastic Cover SportCat Sports Frequency Guide SportCat Operating Guide PART ...
Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts The following optional accessories and replacement parts for your SportCat are available from your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden Customer Service Center by calling: (317) 842-2483, 8:00 ... Battery Pack Replacement Rubber Antenna Earphone AC Adapter/Charger Black Leather Carrying Case Yellow Leather Carrying Case Straight Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) Coiled Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) Belt Clip with 2 screws Pack of Direct Channel Memo Pads with Plastic Cover SportCat Sports Frequency Guide SportCat Operating Guide PART ...
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.... Make sure the power switch is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. Adjust the Squelch Control. It is possible that none of the programmed frequencies are active at the end of this manual). 29 The address and phone number are some programmed channels. Search won't start . Try Band Search. Check the Keypad Lock. PROBLEM SOLUTION Scanner won 't stop. Check the power connections. Reposition the scanner. Check the antenna connection. Make sure there are...
.... Make sure the power switch is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. Adjust the Squelch Control. It is possible that none of the programmed frequencies are active at the end of this manual). 29 The address and phone number are some programmed channels. Search won't start . Try Band Search. Check the Keypad Lock. PROBLEM SOLUTION Scanner won 't stop. Check the power connections. Reposition the scanner. Check the antenna connection. Make sure there are...
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Power Requirements: 4.8V DC (internal battery or AC Adapter/Charger) Certified in accordance with antenna attached) Weight: 0.77 lb. Technical Specifications Receiver Type: Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Channels: 100 Banks: Total 10 Banks 10 Channels each WX: 7 Programmed Channels (All NOAA Weather Service) Search Bands: 12 Preprogrammed Search bands (NFM or AM) Frequency Range Steps Mode 29.0-29.7 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 29.7-50.0 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 50.0-54.0 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 108...
Power Requirements: 4.8V DC (internal battery or AC Adapter/Charger) Certified in accordance with antenna attached) Weight: 0.77 lb. Technical Specifications Receiver Type: Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Channels: 100 Banks: Total 10 Banks 10 Channels each WX: 7 Programmed Channels (All NOAA Weather Service) Search Bands: 12 Preprogrammed Search bands (NFM or AM) Frequency Range Steps Mode 29.0-29.7 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 29.7-50.0 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 50.0-54.0 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 108...
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Be sure to a comfortable audio level coming from the speaker before plugging in the supplied earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32Ω). n WARNING: Set the Volume to use this unit to explode. This may explode if disposed of Uniden America Corporation. n NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARNING · This equipment contains a Nickel-Cadmium Battery. · Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of...
Be sure to a comfortable audio level coming from the speaker before plugging in the supplied earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32Ω). n WARNING: Set the Volume to use this unit to explode. This may explode if disposed of Uniden America Corporation. n NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY WARNING · This equipment contains a Nickel-Cadmium Battery. · Cadmium is a chemical known to the State of...
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... shipped freight prepaid by this warranty, (E) 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 than as part of any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by the Operating Guide for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be of no further effect...
... shipped freight prepaid by this warranty, (E) 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 than as part of any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by the Operating Guide for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be of no further effect...
