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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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... BC860XLT is a new state-of 10 channels each. Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed on that have not been programmed. M While the BC860XLT scans channels, it is in Search mode or Turbo Search mode. This gives you stop scanning with , it is in Search Hold mode. 2 Store frequencies into 10 banks of -the-art radio with , it is in Manual mode. The BC860XLT scans programmed channels at Turbo Scan speed. Scanning...
... BC860XLT is a new state-of 10 channels each. Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed on that have not been programmed. M While the BC860XLT scans channels, it is in Search mode or Turbo Search mode. This gives you stop scanning with , it is in Search Hold mode. 2 Store frequencies into 10 banks of -the-art radio with , it is in Manual mode. The BC860XLT scans programmed channels at Turbo Scan speed. Scanning...
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... a weather information radio. Manual Channel Access - Weather Scan - Data Skip - Do not plug the scanner into each bank. Assign one channel programmed to use the scanner in each channel. Keep track of the activity on most important channel(s) while monitoring others. Go directly to 956 MHz.) 10 Priority Channels - If the power is truly a Twin TurboTM Scanner. Feature Highlights Scanner Care & Safety Tips 4 100 Channels - Program one frequency into an outlet controlled by a wall switch as...
... a weather information radio. Manual Channel Access - Weather Scan - Data Skip - Do not plug the scanner into each bank. Assign one channel programmed to use the scanner in each channel. Keep track of the activity on most important channel(s) while monitoring others. Go directly to 956 MHz.) 10 Priority Channels - If the power is truly a Twin TurboTM Scanner. Feature Highlights Scanner Care & Safety Tips 4 100 Channels - Program one frequency into an outlet controlled by a wall switch as...
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... frequencies. If the frequencies listed in the "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" do not work in your local library has more information. 6 that you may program into each channel you want to use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. 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 the BC860XLT. Or, use . The Bearcat Radio...
... frequencies. If the frequencies listed in the "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" do not work in your local library has more information. 6 that you may program into each channel you want to use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. 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 the BC860XLT. Or, use . The Bearcat Radio...
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... UHF frequencies, shortening the antenna may need to improve reception, use an optional antenna designed for multi-band coverage. (You can purchase this type of antenna at a local electronics store.) If the plug at the end of the cable does not match the antenna jack, you are operating the scanner in a fringe area or need to its antenna away from the source. Plug an optional external speaker (ESP25...
... UHF frequencies, shortening the antenna may need to improve reception, use an optional antenna designed for multi-band coverage. (You can purchase this type of antenna at a local electronics store.) If the plug at the end of the cable does not match the antenna jack, you are operating the scanner in a fringe area or need to its antenna away from the source. Plug an optional external speaker (ESP25...
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... is set too high (squelch too high), nothing gets through. AUTO Squelch - a level preset at the factory; The BC860XLT Squelch has two options. How Squelch Works Think of "SQUELCH" as signals) gets through . Basic Operation Note: Fold out the illustration from the Back Cover to see the Controls and Indicators while reading this Guide. If the gate is set just right (squelch set the squelch level as needed by...
... is set too high (squelch too high), nothing gets through. AUTO Squelch - a level preset at the factory; The BC860XLT Squelch has two options. How Squelch Works Think of "SQUELCH" as signals) gets through . Basic Operation Note: Fold out the illustration from the Back Cover to see the Controls and Indicators while reading this Guide. If the gate is set just right (squelch set the squelch level as needed by...
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... the Manual Mode. Turn just until hiss heard. This raises the "squelch gate" allowing only strong signals to get through . This lowers the "squelch gate," allowing all signals and noise to get through . Á Á 10 It is a compromise between tight and threshold. Setting the Squelch Adjust VOLUME to stronger signals. Á Note: Be sure that the Squelch control clicks into the AUTO position. Turn until...
... the Manual Mode. Turn just until hiss heard. This raises the "squelch gate" allowing only strong signals to get through . This lowers the "squelch gate," allowing all signals and noise to get through . Á Á 10 It is a compromise between tight and threshold. Setting the Squelch Adjust VOLUME to stronger signals. Á Note: Be sure that the Squelch control clicks into the AUTO position. Turn until...
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Programming Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program. 1. Repeat this Guide), a distinctive beep sounds. Enter the frequency. . this procedure for each channel you must program a frequency into at the back of . To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. Press and go back to Step 4. 11 Select the frequency. 2. Select the channel. Á Á 4. Enter MANUAL mode. 3. 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.
Programming Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program. 1. Repeat this Guide), a distinctive beep sounds. Enter the frequency. . this procedure for each channel you must program a frequency into at the back of . To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. Press and go back to Step 4. 11 Select the frequency. 2. Select the channel. Á Á 4. Enter MANUAL mode. 3. 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.
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Record channels and frequencies in some convenient place in case the scanner memory is lost. 12 Channels 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 . Programming Tips To quickly program a series of channels, start with no frequencies are automatically locked out. M After you are programming five new frequencies into Channels 4 through 8, start with the lowest number channel.
Record channels and frequencies in some convenient place in case the scanner memory is lost. 12 Channels 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 . Programming Tips To quickly program a series of channels, start with no frequencies are automatically locked out. M After you are programming five new frequencies into Channels 4 through 8, start with the lowest number channel.
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Select the channel. 3. Enter MANUAL mode. 2. Note: You can "lock out" any channel so it is not scanned during normal scanning. One channel must remain active for the scanner to scanning whenever you wish. Lock out the channel. Á Á 15 Locking a Channel in Manual Mode 1. Channel Lockout You can lock out up to 99 channels, but not all 100 channels. Lock out does not erase the frequency from the channel. You can restore the channel to work.
Select the channel. 3. Enter MANUAL mode. 2. Note: You can "lock out" any channel so it is not scanned during normal scanning. One channel must remain active for the scanner to scanning whenever you wish. Lock out the channel. Á Á 15 Locking a Channel in Manual Mode 1. Channel Lockout You can lock out up to 99 channels, but not all 100 channels. Lock out does not erase the frequency from the channel. You can restore the channel to work.
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... for any limits for the Search within the 12 Bands covered by the BC860XLT. See the table on page 3, or the Technical Specifications at the back of this Guide. Note: Although you change locations. Enter MANUAL mode. 2. You can search for finding frequencies besides those in your Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide, or if you can use Search, set narrower limits, and Search more than once. 1. Then...
... for any limits for the Search within the 12 Bands covered by the BC860XLT. See the table on page 3, or the Technical Specifications at the back of this Guide. Note: Although you change locations. Enter MANUAL mode. 2. You can search for finding frequencies besides those in your Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide, or if you can use Search, set narrower limits, and Search more than once. 1. Then...
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... the Squelch 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 frequencies. Note: It is set properly) 2. To exit Weather Scan, press , , or . 31 When the Weather Scan finds an active weather channel, it stops at that channel, disrupting the scanning cycle. 1. M S C Normally a higher location or a better antenna improves...
... the Squelch 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 frequencies. Note: It is set properly) 2. To exit Weather Scan, press , , or . 31 When the Weather Scan finds an active weather channel, it stops at that channel, disrupting the scanning cycle. 1. M S C Normally a higher location or a better antenna improves...
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... Data Skip in Scan: To activate Data Skip in Scan and Search modes. That means your BC860XLT will not work on every unwanted data transmission. You can set Data Skip in Search: Your scanner stops and checks a transmission for data before deciding to receive or skip it receives. Note: Data Skip does not function on data signals and unmodulated transmissions. When you press during Scan, Data Skip turns off in each mode separately. Data...
... Data Skip in Scan: To activate Data Skip in Scan and Search modes. That means your BC860XLT will not work on every unwanted data transmission. You can set Data Skip in Search: Your scanner stops and checks a transmission for data before deciding to receive or skip it receives. Note: Data Skip does not function on data signals and unmodulated transmissions. When you press during Scan, Data Skip turns off in each mode separately. Data...
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... the antenna. Be careful not to the unit before disconnecting the power. If memory is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of water. 33 Always press each channel. Do not use the scanner in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Always write down the programmed frequencies in all channels when...
... the antenna. Be careful not to the unit before disconnecting the power. If memory is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of water. 33 Always press each channel. Do not use the scanner in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Always write down the programmed frequencies in all channels when...
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Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it may be receiving a birdie. If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no serviceable parts. Press to lockout a channel, then press to a qualified repair technician. Press to lockout a frequency, then press to receiving undesired signals or "birdies". The scanner contains no sound is heard, it to resume K C scanning. Repairs Birdies Do not attempt any repair. Birdies are subject to resume searching. 34 All radios are internally-generated signals inherent in the electronics K S of the receiver.
Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it may be receiving a birdie. If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no serviceable parts. Press to lockout a channel, then press to a qualified repair technician. Press to lockout a frequency, then press to receiving undesired signals or "birdies". The scanner contains no sound is heard, it to resume K C scanning. Repairs Birdies Do not attempt any repair. Birdies are subject to resume searching. 34 All radios are internally-generated signals inherent in the electronics K S of the receiver.
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... of the programmed frequencies are currently active. Scan won 't work • Check the connections at both ends of the AC Adapter. • Turn on the wall switch of the channels are locked out. If so, the scanner has less chance of finding an active channel. • Review each channel's frequency to see if many of your dealer or local electronics store. Weather Scan won 't stop • Adjust squelch threshold...
... of the programmed frequencies are currently active. Scan won 't work • Check the connections at both ends of the AC Adapter. • Turn on the wall switch of the channels are locked out. If so, the scanner has less chance of finding an active channel. • Review each channel's frequency to see if many of your dealer or local electronics store. Weather Scan won 't stop • Adjust squelch threshold...
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The address and phone number are listed in the Warranty at the end of this manual. 36 If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division.
The address and phone number are listed in the Warranty at the end of this manual. 36 If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division.
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...: 300 steps per second Scan Delay: 2 seconds Audio Output (nominal): 0.9 W to 1.2 W (max.) 10% TDH Power Requirements: 10 VAC using AC144U AC Adapter Antenna: Telescoping (included) External Jacks: Antenna jack, External speaker, AC 10 V power jack Size: 9 in. (W) x 7 1⁄2 in. (D) x 2 3⁄8 in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Sub-part C as of date of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice. 37 Features, specifications, and availability of manufacture...
...: 300 steps per second Scan Delay: 2 seconds Audio Output (nominal): 0.9 W to 1.2 W (max.) 10% TDH Power Requirements: 10 VAC using AC144U AC Adapter Antenna: Telescoping (included) External Jacks: Antenna jack, External speaker, AC 10 V power jack Size: 9 in. (W) x 7 1⁄2 in. (D) x 2 3⁄8 in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Sub-part C as of date of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice. 37 Features, specifications, and availability of manufacture...
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..., cities, and/or local jurisdiction. The installation, possession, or use this scanner, please read and observe the following: WARNING! Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT! Precautions Before you with information regarding the laws in your authority...
..., cities, and/or local jurisdiction. The installation, possession, or use this scanner, please read and observe the following: WARNING! Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT! Precautions Before you with information regarding the laws in your authority...
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... specific legal rights, and you may not apply to you without charge for one year, to the original retail owner, this Operating Guide you to return it to warrantor at any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by the Operating Guide for this warranty is void outside the United States of this warranty at : Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service...
... specific legal rights, and you may not apply to you without charge for one year, to the original retail owner, this Operating Guide you to return it to warrantor at any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by the Operating Guide for this warranty is void outside the United States of this warranty at : Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service...
