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...How the Scanner's Controls Are Represented in This Manual 18 A Short User's Guide to Assist the First-Time Scanner Enthusiast 20 Understanding Scanning and the BCT15 22 Understanding the Scanner's Memory 22 Understanding Quick Keys ...22 What is Scanning? ...23 What is Searching? ...23 What is CTCSS/DCS? ...23... ...30 Included With Your Scanner ...31 Setting Up Your Scanner ...32 Power Related Issues ...32 Base Station ...33 Setting Up an Audio Recording Device or Computer Recording 34 Vehicle Installation ...35 Mounting Using the Bracket ...35 Mounting Using the Optional DIN-E Sleeve 36 4
...How the Scanner's Controls Are Represented in This Manual 18 A Short User's Guide to Assist the First-Time Scanner Enthusiast 20 Understanding Scanning and the BCT15 22 Understanding the Scanner's Memory 22 Understanding Quick Keys ...22 What is Scanning? ...23 What is Searching? ...23 What is CTCSS/DCS? ...23... ...30 Included With Your Scanner ...31 Setting Up Your Scanner ...32 Power Related Issues ...32 Base Station ...33 Setting Up an Audio Recording Device or Computer Recording 34 Vehicle Installation ...35 Mounting Using the Bracket ...35 Mounting Using the Optional DIN-E Sleeve 36 4
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... Setting the BearTracker Options ...67 Set Hold Time ...67 Set Delay Time ...68 Set Attenuator ...68 Set Alert Level ...68 Set Alert Tone ...69 Set Record ...69 Max Priority Scan ...69 Viewing the Firmware Version and Electronic Serial Number 70 Initializing the Scanner's Memory ...70 Connecting Your Scanner to a Personal Computer...
... Setting the BearTracker Options ...67 Set Hold Time ...67 Set Delay Time ...68 Set Attenuator ...68 Set Alert Level ...68 Set Alert Tone ...69 Set Record ...69 Max Priority Scan ...69 Viewing the Firmware Version and Electronic Serial Number 70 Initializing the Scanner's Memory ...70 Connecting Your Scanner to a Personal Computer...
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...Setting the Emergency Alert Option 83 Assigning a Conventional System to a State 83 Conventional Systems ...83 Setting the EDACS ID Format ...84 Setting the System Record Option 84 Reviewing ID Search Lockouts ...84 Clearing All Locked Out ID's ...85 Editing Sites ...85 Editing Channel Groups ...85 Copying Systems ...85 Deleting.../DCS Save ...96 Setting Channel Modulation Method 97 Setting Channel Attenuation ...97 Setting Channel Priority ...98 Setting Channel Alert ...98 Setting Channel Record ...99 Setting Lockout ...99 Copying a Channel ...99 Deleting a Channel ...100 Table of Contents 7
...Setting the Emergency Alert Option 83 Assigning a Conventional System to a State 83 Conventional Systems ...83 Setting the EDACS ID Format ...84 Setting the System Record Option 84 Reviewing ID Search Lockouts ...84 Clearing All Locked Out ID's ...85 Editing Sites ...85 Editing Channel Groups ...85 Copying Systems ...85 Deleting.../DCS Save ...96 Setting Channel Modulation Method 97 Setting Channel Attenuation ...97 Setting Channel Priority ...98 Setting Channel Alert ...98 Setting Channel Record ...99 Setting Lockout ...99 Copying a Channel ...99 Deleting a Channel ...100 Table of Contents 7
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...103 Search With Scan ...104 Editing a Service Search ...105 Method One ...105 Method Two ...105 Set Delay Time ...105 Set Attenuator ...106 Set Record ...106 Assigning a Search Range to a Search Key 106 Saving a Found Channel (Quick Save 106 Auto Search and Store ...107 Selecting a System...the Modulation Type ...116 Setting Attenuation ...117 Setting Data Skip ...117 Setting the Delay Time ...118 Setting the Search Frequency Step 118 Setting Record ...118 Priority Scan ...119 Using Weather Alert (SAME) ...120 Searching For a Weather Broadcast 120 Turning Weather Scan Alert On/Off 120 ...
...103 Search With Scan ...104 Editing a Service Search ...105 Method One ...105 Method Two ...105 Set Delay Time ...105 Set Attenuator ...106 Set Record ...106 Assigning a Search Range to a Search Key 106 Saving a Found Channel (Quick Save 106 Auto Search and Store ...107 Selecting a System...the Modulation Type ...116 Setting Attenuation ...117 Setting Data Skip ...117 Setting the Delay Time ...118 Setting the Search Frequency Step 118 Setting Record ...118 Priority Scan ...119 Using Weather Alert (SAME) ...120 Searching For a Weather Broadcast 120 Turning Weather Scan Alert On/Off 120 ...
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... in a conventional system or from a current trunked channel TGID in a trunked system. you can select the best site to record the received audio. you can connect an output jack to a VOX controlled recorder or PC sound input to scan for different areas. helps to balance the audio level from one scanner to... serial port of your PC and control the scanner with special software. Memory Backup - makes it easy to program voice channel frequencies for different purposes. Record Out - Wired Clone - ID Auto Store - Tone Volume Adjust -
... in a conventional system or from a current trunked channel TGID in a trunked system. you can select the best site to record the received audio. you can connect an output jack to a VOX controlled recorder or PC sound input to scan for different areas. helps to balance the audio level from one scanner to... serial port of your PC and control the scanner with special software. Memory Backup - makes it easy to program voice channel frequencies for different purposes. Record Out - Wired Clone - ID Auto Store - Tone Volume Adjust -
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... Operated module (VOX) either All Channel, which will depend on your hard disc. The recorder might have selected record for that with controlling software, you include the components to the proper plug. Use only the Uniden-supplied AC adapter with the threaded holes on the sides of the scanner if you can... also connect the cable to the appropriate input jack on various factors. 34 You can record to either externally or from within the unit and...
... Operated module (VOX) either All Channel, which will depend on your hard disc. The recorder might have selected record for that with controlling software, you include the components to the proper plug. Use only the Uniden-supplied AC adapter with the threaded holes on the sides of the scanner if you can... also connect the cable to the appropriate input jack on various factors. 34 You can record to either externally or from within the unit and...
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...in your vehicle's fuse or other AC adapter as damage might occur. 18. the internal speaker is set to record. Vehicle Power Connection Connect the supplied white block connector from this jack. Record Out Jack Using a standard audio plug, connect from here to a PC for private listening. Never use any... to your immediate area. 22. Close Call Indicator LED Lights when a Close Call signal (hit) is detected. 21. Use the Orange Wire to record live incoming audio signals. Controls, Keys, and Functions 47 17. DC Power IN Connect only the supplied AC adapter to this jack to an audio...
...in your vehicle's fuse or other AC adapter as damage might occur. 18. the internal speaker is set to record. Vehicle Power Connection Connect the supplied white block connector from this jack. Record Out Jack Using a standard audio plug, connect from here to a PC for private listening. Never use any... to your immediate area. 22. Close Call Indicator LED Lights when a Close Call signal (hit) is detected. 21. Use the Orange Wire to record live incoming audio signals. Controls, Keys, and Functions 47 17. DC Power IN Connect only the supplied AC adapter to this jack to an audio...
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.../DCS Search Custom Search Search for ... Set Data Skip Wired Clone Set Step Settings Set Record Set Bear Tracker Set Hold Time Set Delay Time Set Attenuator Set Alert Level Set Alert Tone Set Record Max Priority Scn Close Call Close Call Only CC Auto Store Hits with Scan Set CC...Plus On WX Operation Weather Scan Tone-Out for ... Tone-Out Standby Weather Alert Tone-Out Setup Program SAME Set Delay Time Set Attenuator Set Record WX All Priority Wired Clone Master Slave Settings Set Backlight Adjust Key Beep Set Audio AGC Set Upside-Down Adjust Contrast Set GPS Format Set...
.../DCS Search Custom Search Search for ... Set Data Skip Wired Clone Set Step Settings Set Record Set Bear Tracker Set Hold Time Set Delay Time Set Attenuator Set Alert Level Set Alert Tone Set Record Max Priority Scn Close Call Close Call Only CC Auto Store Hits with Scan Set CC...Plus On WX Operation Weather Scan Tone-Out for ... Tone-Out Standby Weather Alert Tone-Out Setup Program SAME Set Delay Time Set Attenuator Set Record WX All Priority Wired Clone Master Slave Settings Set Backlight Adjust Key Beep Set Audio AGC Set Upside-Down Adjust Contrast Set GPS Format Set...
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... select On or Off. Press F to enter that some alerts are missed. Then you connect an audio cable to an audio recording device such as an alert for the BearTracker Warning System. [MENU] Set Bear Tracker F Set Alert Tone F to select a level between 1 and 9 or Off for ... to use of the BearTracker Warning System. Set Alert Tone This setting lets you choose a sound pattern to serve as tape, digital recorder, or hard disc of a computer. Set Record This setting lets you have in range. Note: This setting affects both the Bear Tracker channels and any priority channels you enable...
... select On or Off. Press F to enter that some alerts are missed. Then you connect an audio cable to an audio recording device such as an alert for the BearTracker Warning System. [MENU] Set Bear Tracker F Set Alert Tone F to select a level between 1 and 9 or Off for ... to use of the BearTracker Warning System. Set Alert Tone This setting lets you choose a sound pattern to serve as tape, digital recorder, or hard disc of a computer. Set Record This setting lets you have in range. Note: This setting affects both the Bear Tracker channels and any priority channels you enable...
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... the supplied cable to connect your scanner to a personal computer to a Personal Computer You can download the software from http://www.uniden.com in the software and the scanner and start again until you have programmed is gone. Press any key to return to clear... Key from the computer to unlock the software's full functionality. Important: record the serial number in the "Setting the Serial Port Speed" section. Before you proceed, you will need to identify your Uniden dealer to the memory of Uniden Advanced Scanner Director software. While pressing [2], [9], and [HOLD] at...
... the supplied cable to connect your scanner to a personal computer to a Personal Computer You can download the software from http://www.uniden.com in the software and the scanner and start again until you have programmed is gone. Press any key to return to clear... Key from the computer to unlock the software's full functionality. Important: record the serial number in the "Setting the Serial Port Speed" section. Before you proceed, you will need to identify your Uniden dealer to the memory of Uniden Advanced Scanner Director software. While pressing [2], [9], and [HOLD] at...
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... Time Set Data Skip Set LocationInfo Set State Edit Fleet Map Set Status Bit Set End Code Set I-Call Emergency Alert EDCS ID Format Set Record Rvw ID:Srch L/O Clr All L/O IDs MOT EDCS CNV TYPE I TYPE II WIDE / NARROW SCAT LT • • • • • • • • •...
... Time Set Data Skip Set LocationInfo Set State Edit Fleet Map Set Status Bit Set End Code Set I-Call Emergency Alert EDCS ID Format Set Record Rvw ID:Srch L/O Clr All L/O IDs MOT EDCS CNV TYPE I TYPE II WIDE / NARROW SCAT LT • • • • • • • • •...
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... systems in "Programming Channel Groups." Channel Settings CNV Set CTCSS/DCS • Set Modulation • Set Attenuator • Set Priority • Set Alert • Set Record • Set Lockout • Copy Channel • Delete Channel • New Channel • MOT TYPE 1 TYPE 2 EDCS WIDE / LT NARROW • • • • •...
... systems in "Programming Channel Groups." Channel Settings CNV Set CTCSS/DCS • Set Modulation • Set Attenuator • Set Priority • Set Alert • Set Record • Set Lockout • Copy Channel • Delete Channel • New Channel • MOT TYPE 1 TYPE 2 EDCS WIDE / LT NARROW • • • • •...
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... - the format used in most EDACS systems. Setting the System Record Option [MENU] Program System F Select a system F Edit Sys Option F Set Record F MELCS This setting controls how the scanner handles the record option for all channels regardless of the channel's record setting) or Marked Channel (which will record all channels in one of the channel...
... - the format used in most EDACS systems. Setting the System Record Option [MENU] Program System F Select a system F Edit Sys Option F Set Record F MELCS This setting controls how the scanner handles the record option for all channels regardless of the channel's record setting) or Marked Channel (which will record all channels in one of the channel...
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.... Programming Your Scanner 99 the channel is not scanned. the channel is locked for this point you can paste that channel information to an audio recording device. the channel is scanned when its quick key is enabled. Lockout - the scanner outputs the signal. F On - Setting Channel...
.... Programming Your Scanner 99 the channel is not scanned. the channel is locked for this point you can paste that channel information to an audio recording device. the channel is scanned when its quick key is enabled. Lockout - the scanner outputs the signal. F On - Setting Channel...
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...long (seconds) the custom search range is received, choosing On sends an audio signal to the connected audio recording device. Search With Scan When you press [SCAN/SEARCH] the BCT15 starts a scan of time the scanner will skip data transmissions during search. lets you set whether the ...continuing to the next programmed entry. Set Startup Key - lets you lock the custom search range for the selected hold time (0-255 seconds). Set Record - Set C-Ch Only - Edit Srch Limit - Set Delay Time - Set Data Skip - If unlocked, the scanner first scans all selected systems...
...long (seconds) the custom search range is received, choosing On sends an audio signal to the connected audio recording device. Search With Scan When you press [SCAN/SEARCH] the BCT15 starts a scan of time the scanner will skip data transmissions during search. lets you set whether the ...continuing to the next programmed entry. Set Startup Key - lets you lock the custom search range for the selected hold time (0-255 seconds). Set Record - Set C-Ch Only - Edit Srch Limit - Set Delay Time - Set Data Skip - If unlocked, the scanner first scans all selected systems...
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F On - Off - Set Record to enable a live audio output from REC to save a channel's frequency if you hold on a channel or detect a channel, instead of the channel. the scanner ...outputs the signal. The default settings are: SRCH 1: Custom 1 SRCH 2: Public Safety SRCH 3: Railroad Saving a Found Channel (Quick Save) Press [EYES] to an audio recording device. For example, if the position is 32°57'33.60 N latitude and 97°05'34.18 W longitude, the name saved is also...
F On - Off - Set Record to enable a live audio output from REC to save a channel's frequency if you hold on a channel or detect a channel, instead of the channel. the scanner ...outputs the signal. The default settings are: SRCH 1: Custom 1 SRCH 2: Public Safety SRCH 3: Railroad Saving a Found Channel (Quick Save) Press [EYES] to an audio recording device. For example, if the position is 32°57'33.60 N latitude and 97°05'34.18 W longitude, the name saved is also...
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... CTCSS/DCS • • Search Repeater Find • Max Auto Store Set Delay Time Set Modulation Set Attenuator Set Data Skip • Set Step Set Record Quick Search Search and Store Close Call CC Auto Store CC Hits System • • • • • • 2 • • • • • •...
... CTCSS/DCS • • Search Repeater Find • Max Auto Store Set Delay Time Set Modulation Set Attenuator Set Data Skip • Set Step Set Record Quick Search Search and Store Close Call CC Auto Store CC Hits System • • • • • • 2 • • • • • •...
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... Step [MENU] Srch/CloCall Opt F Set Step F This setting lets you select the frequency step used for live recording of transmissions. [MENU] Srch/CloCall Opt F Set Record F On - Setting Record You can set amount of the manual) This is ignored for AM/WFM/FMB channels. enables an output to an ... immediately when the transmission ends. disables an audio signal at the REC jack. Turn the feature off or talk into the transmitter to a sound recording device (tape, PC, flash memory) for setting the channels. The scanner waits the set the REC output jack to provide an audio signal to...
... Step [MENU] Srch/CloCall Opt F Set Step F This setting lets you select the frequency step used for live recording of transmissions. [MENU] Srch/CloCall Opt F Set Record F On - Setting Record You can set amount of the manual) This is ignored for AM/WFM/FMB channels. enables an output to an ... immediately when the transmission ends. disables an audio signal at the REC jack. Turn the feature off or talk into the transmitter to a sound recording device (tape, PC, flash memory) for setting the channels. The scanner waits the set the REC output jack to provide an audio signal to...
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... To achieve this, set your choice and return to Tone-Out Standby Mode for Tones. If you switch to the previous menu. Setting Tone-Out Record As with other than FM or NFM, modulation will always be FM. Tone-Out Multi-Channel Monitoring The scanner can enable a live... recording from the REC jack. For example, the scanner checks tone combinations for channel 1 to Set Record and press F. If one of the Tone-Outs between 1 and 10, rotate the Scroll Control to channel...
... To achieve this, set your choice and return to Tone-Out Standby Mode for Tones. If you switch to the previous menu. Setting Tone-Out Record As with other than FM or NFM, modulation will always be FM. Tone-Out Multi-Channel Monitoring The scanner can enable a live... recording from the REC jack. For example, the scanner checks tone combinations for channel 1 to Set Record and press F. If one of the Tone-Outs between 1 and 10, rotate the Scroll Control to channel...
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... BearTracker Options Hold Time 67 Max Priority Scan 69 Set Alert Level 68 Set Alert Tone 69 Set Attenuator 68 Set Delay Time 68 Set Record 69 Beep 15, 50, 65, 83, 98, 110 Alert 131 Birdies 14, 135 Broadcast 17, 24, 51, 97, 115, 120 BT 3, 44, 48, 58 C Channel...
... BearTracker Options Hold Time 67 Max Priority Scan 69 Set Alert Level 68 Set Alert Tone 69 Set Attenuator 68 Set Delay Time 68 Set Record 69 Beep 15, 50, 65, 83, 98, 110 Alert 131 Birdies 14, 135 Broadcast 17, 24, 51, 97, 115, 120 BT 3, 44, 48, 58 C Channel...