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® 880 Owner's Manual Printed in China U01UT390ZZZ(0)
® 880 Owner's Manual Printed in China U01UT390ZZZ(0)
English Owner's Manual
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... Operation 2 Controls and Functions 3 Installation 5 MOBILE INSTALLATION 5 Mobile Antenna 6 Connecting the Power Cords 6 Ground Information 6 Install 6-Pin to 4-Pin Adapter 7 MARINE INSTALLATION 7 Using Your Bearcat 880 7 CB MODE...7 All Channel Scan 8 Weather Mode (WX mode 8 Set Weather Scan Mode 8 Set Weather Alert Mode 9 MEMORY Mode 9 Save Channels Into Memory 9 Scan Channels in Memory 10 Listen to Channels in Memory 10 Clear Channels from Memory 10 MENUS...10...
... Operation 2 Controls and Functions 3 Installation 5 MOBILE INSTALLATION 5 Mobile Antenna 6 Connecting the Power Cords 6 Ground Information 6 Install 6-Pin to 4-Pin Adapter 7 MARINE INSTALLATION 7 Using Your Bearcat 880 7 CB MODE...7 All Channel Scan 8 Weather Mode (WX mode 8 Set Weather Scan Mode 8 Set Weather Alert Mode 9 MEMORY Mode 9 Save Channels Into Memory 9 Scan Channels in Memory 10 Listen to Channels in Memory 10 Clear Channels from Memory 10 MENUS...10...
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Bearcat is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. Preventive Maintenance 13 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting 14 Servicing Your Transceiver 15 SpEcifications 15 Two-Year Extended Warranty 17 Radio Code Definitions 19 Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice.
Bearcat is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. Preventive Maintenance 13 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting 14 Servicing Your Transceiver 15 SpEcifications 15 Two-Year Extended Warranty 17 Radio Code Definitions 19 Uniden is a registered trademark of Uniden America Corporation. Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice.
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... clearly. 3. Unpacking Your Bearcat 880 contains the following: ƒƒ Bearcat 880 CB 2-way mobile radio ƒƒ Microphone ƒƒ Mounting Bracket Kit ƒƒ DC Power Cord ƒƒ 6-pin to all CB radio operators. 4 Any adjustments or alterations which would alter the performance of the transceiver's original FCC type acceptance, or which would change the frequency determining method, are missing...
... clearly. 3. Unpacking Your Bearcat 880 contains the following: ƒƒ Bearcat 880 CB 2-way mobile radio ƒƒ Microphone ƒƒ Mounting Bracket Kit ƒƒ DC Power Cord ƒƒ 6-pin to all CB radio operators. 4 Any adjustments or alterations which would alter the performance of the transceiver's original FCC type acceptance, or which would change the frequency determining method, are missing...
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...;ƒ MIC Gain: Adjusts microphone sensitivity. Delivers up to activate the function (LED = on). LED on and off . 2. SQUELCH knob: Reduces background noise when there is also on = Weather channels) Press and hold to turn Weather Alert on = Night) 5 S/RF/CAL/SWR Meter: Displays Send/Receive signal strength, RF Power, and SWR reading. 4. Press Talkback to 100% modulation. Channel Number display...
...;ƒ MIC Gain: Adjusts microphone sensitivity. Delivers up to activate the function (LED = on). LED on and off . 2. SQUELCH knob: Reduces background noise when there is also on = Weather channels) Press and hold to turn Weather Alert on = Night) 5 S/RF/CAL/SWR Meter: Displays Send/Receive signal strength, RF Power, and SWR reading. 4. Press Talkback to 100% modulation. Channel Number display...
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...SWR reading. 10. The FCC reserves Channel 9 for normal communication. This is connected. 11. Microphone socket. 8. Indicators turn on when the function is turned on and off . Frequency Display: Displays the MHz of property. ANL reduces external noise. 15. S/RF/CAL/SWR... a motorist. Channel Selector/MENU/OK. Turn the outer Channel Selector knob to set or clear channel memory while in...Mic gain level ƒƒ Control Calibration volume All channels except Channel 9 may be used for emergencies involving the immediate safety of individuals or protection of the selected channel...
...SWR reading. 10. The FCC reserves Channel 9 for normal communication. This is connected. 11. Microphone socket. 8. Indicators turn on when the function is turned on and off . Frequency Display: Displays the MHz of property. ANL reduces external noise. 15. S/RF/CAL/SWR... a motorist. Channel Selector/MENU/OK. Turn the outer Channel Selector knob to set or clear channel memory while in...Mic gain level ƒƒ Control Calibration volume All channels except Channel 9 may be used for emergencies involving the immediate safety of individuals or protection of the selected channel...
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... transceiver and microphone bracket before beginning installation. 1. Install bracket with the driver or passenger. 2. Fuse. 22. Attach the microphone bracket to -Talk. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from the speaker when operating the PA at high output levels. 19. When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is convenient for use as a public address system. Connect power cords (see...
... transceiver and microphone bracket before beginning installation. 1. Install bracket with the driver or passenger. 2. Fuse. 22. Attach the microphone bracket to -Talk. To prevent acoustic feedback, separate the microphone from the speaker when operating the PA at high output levels. 19. When the external speaker is plugged in, the internal speaker is convenient for use as a public address system. Connect power cords (see...
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... element. As an alternative, the power cord may be installed and used for information. Connecting the Power Cords Uniden recommends connecting the power lead to the vehicle motor block. Mobile Antenna Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is limited by installing an inferior antenna. Negative Ground System With a negative ground system, the negative (-) battery terminal is turned off. To achieve the maximum...
... element. As an alternative, the power cord may be installed and used for information. Connecting the Power Cords Uniden recommends connecting the power lead to the vehicle motor block. Mobile Antenna Because the maximum power output of the transmitter is limited by installing an inferior antenna. Negative Ground System With a negative ground system, the negative (-) battery terminal is turned off. To achieve the maximum...
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... channel. 3. Adjust Squelch. • Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise so only strong signals can get through - Your Bearcat 880 comes with an adapter to connect the radio's 6-pin microphone to the vehicle chassis or negative (-) battery terminal. Then connect the black power cord to a current standard 4-pin microphone. 1. Plug a standard 4-pin microphone connector into the Bearcat 880 6-pin microphone connection. 2. MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for Uniden's new...
... channel. 3. Adjust Squelch. • Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise so only strong signals can get through - Your Bearcat 880 comes with an adapter to connect the radio's 6-pin microphone to the vehicle chassis or negative (-) battery terminal. Then connect the black power cord to a current standard 4-pin microphone. 1. Plug a standard 4-pin microphone connector into the Bearcat 880 6-pin microphone connection. 2. MARINE INSTALLATION Consult your dealer for Uniden's new...
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...MIC Gain to toggle microphone sensitivity between High and Low. (LED on , the radio scans channels until it receives a signal. Set LCD Contrast (see page 12). 8. The radio continues scanning in the selected direction. • To change ANL or NB settings while in Weather radio mode. 2. To exit All Channel...All Channel Scan When All Channel Scan is now in WX mode. SCAN displays. 2. The radio begins scanning upward through the channels. • To skip the channel the radio has stopped on, turn Channel Selector clockwise to move to the next channel or counterclockwise to move to set RF...
...MIC Gain to toggle microphone sensitivity between High and Low. (LED on , the radio scans channels until it receives a signal. Set LCD Contrast (see page 12). 8. The radio continues scanning in the selected direction. • To change ANL or NB settings while in Weather radio mode. 2. To exit All Channel...All Channel Scan When All Channel Scan is now in WX mode. SCAN displays. 2. The radio begins scanning upward through the channels. • To skip the channel the radio has stopped on, turn Channel Selector clockwise to move to the next channel or counterclockwise to move to set RF...
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...OK to store into memory and then scan only those channels. Press MENU/OK. Set Weather Alert Mode Weather Alert mode only operates when you turn off the radio, it detects a 1050Hz tone on . The WEATHER LED turns on a weather channel. Set Weather Scan mode to ON or OFF through the menu.... 4. Press MENU/OK to turn the se- Press and hold MEM/SCAN until SAVE appears (about 2 seconds). 3. Set Weather Scan Mode Weather Scan mode allows the radio to move to a channel in CB mode. 2. it . Save Channels Into Memory 1. Tune to the next weather channel if no signal is ON when...
...OK to store into memory and then scan only those channels. Press MENU/OK. Set Weather Alert Mode Weather Alert mode only operates when you turn off the radio, it detects a 1050Hz tone on . The WEATHER LED turns on a weather channel. Set Weather Scan mode to ON or OFF through the menu.... 4. Press MENU/OK to turn the se- Press and hold MEM/SCAN until SAVE appears (about 2 seconds). 3. Set Weather Scan Mode Weather Scan mode allows the radio to move to a channel in CB mode. 2. it . Save Channels Into Memory 1. Tune to the next weather channel if no signal is ON when...
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... that 12 the radio scans memory channels only. 2. Turn the Channel Selector knob and only saved channels will be heard. Weather Scan mode ƒƒ DIAG - Antenna Mismatch Check -- Turn Channel Selector until MEM displays. 2. Press MEM/SCAN until DAY displays. 3. MENUS...Turn Channel Selector until MEM SCAN displays; Turn Channel Selector to cycle through the available backlight colors or OFF. Backlight color ƒƒ CONT - Turn the Channel Selector knob to cycle through the other menus: ƒƒ COLOR - Brightness ƒƒ WXSCAN - RF Power...
... that 12 the radio scans memory channels only. 2. Turn the Channel Selector knob and only saved channels will be heard. Weather Scan mode ƒƒ DIAG - Antenna Mismatch Check -- Turn Channel Selector until MEM displays. 2. Press MEM/SCAN until DAY displays. 3. MENUS...Turn Channel Selector until MEM SCAN displays; Turn Channel Selector to cycle through the available backlight colors or OFF. Backlight color ƒƒ CONT - Turn the Channel Selector knob to cycle through the other menus: ƒƒ COLOR - Brightness ƒƒ WXSCAN - RF Power...
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... the battery voltage condition displays: -- FAILLO - Turn Channel Selector until RF OUT displays. 3. The Antanna Mismatch condition, PASS or FAIL, displays. 5. Battery Check Check the DC power levels if you can check battery power levels, RF power levels, and antenna mismatch. Voltage is not performing properly. 1. Press.../OK. Release PTT: GO PTT displays. 6. Release PTT and press MENU/OK to return to the Troubleshooting section, page 16.) 5. Once DIAG displays, press MENU/OK; PASS - Press MENU/OK. From the DIAG level, you feel your radio is too low. --
... the battery voltage condition displays: -- FAILLO - Turn Channel Selector until RF OUT displays. 3. The Antanna Mismatch condition, PASS or FAIL, displays. 5. Battery Check Check the DC power levels if you can check battery power levels, RF power levels, and antenna mismatch. Voltage is not performing properly. 1. Press.../OK. Release PTT: GO PTT displays. 6. Release PTT and press MENU/OK to return to the Troubleshooting section, page 16.) 5. Once DIAG displays, press MENU/OK; PASS - Press MENU/OK. From the DIAG level, you feel your radio is too low. --
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... microphone to see if the new calibration is between 1.5 and 2. bar graphs status levels display the current level. Press S/RF/CAL/SWR until EXIT displays. Press PTT to see incoming signal strengh. Preventive Maintenance Every six months: 1. Inspect antenna ...turn Channel Selector to the last operating mode and channel. Check the SWR. 2. EXIT Menu Exit the menus from the main menu levels (COLOR, CONT, BRIGHT, WXSCAN, and DIAG). Release PTT to indicate you use your Bearcat 880. The 12-column LCD display (refer to item number 3 on the LCD screen to see the RF output power...
... microphone to see if the new calibration is between 1.5 and 2. bar graphs status levels display the current level. Press S/RF/CAL/SWR until EXIT displays. Press PTT to see incoming signal strengh. Preventive Maintenance Every six months: 1. Inspect antenna ...turn Channel Selector to the last operating mode and channel. Check the SWR. 2. EXIT Menu Exit the menus from the main menu levels (COLOR, CONT, BRIGHT, WXSCAN, and DIAG). Release PTT to indicate you use your Bearcat 880. The 12-column LCD display (refer to item number 3 on the LCD screen to see the RF output power...
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... Bearcat 880 is designed to CB. To replace a blown fuse: 1. Check vehicle electrical system. Set CB/PA to give you years of trouble-free service. Adjust RF Gain. Adjust RF Gain. Check microphone connection. Use only the fuse specified for the fuse in the DC power cord, no user-serviceable parts inside. Check fuse. Adjust MIC Gain. Check antenna connection. Set CB/PA switch to open. Adjust MIC Gain. 16 There are tight. Check microphone...
... Bearcat 880 is designed to CB. To replace a blown fuse: 1. Check vehicle electrical system. Set CB/PA to give you years of trouble-free service. Adjust RF Gain. Adjust RF Gain. Check microphone connection. Use only the fuse specified for the fuse in the DC power cord, no user-serviceable parts inside. Check fuse. Adjust MIC Gain. Check antenna connection. Set CB/PA switch to open. Adjust MIC Gain. 16 There are tight. Check microphone...
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... the Uniden Customer Service Center at 1-800-297-1023, 8:00 a.m. Turn the power off then back on the back of the unit. it is good. When ordering parts, be sure to be fully charged. The channels will cause a failure. Lower voltage will reset. High SWRs will damage the radio. to the antenna. Servicing Your Transceiver Technical information, diagrams, and charts are channels saved...
... the Uniden Customer Service Center at 1-800-297-1023, 8:00 a.m. Turn the power off then back on the back of the unit. it is good. When ordering parts, be sure to be fully charged. The channels will cause a failure. Lower voltage will reset. High SWRs will damage the radio. to the antenna. Servicing Your Transceiver Technical information, diagrams, and charts are channels saved...
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... dB S+N/N: Sensitivity at 500 mW Audio Output: Squelch Threshold: Antenna Impedance: Squelch Tight: Signal Meter S-9: Audio Output Power (max.): Audio Output (10% Dist.): Adjacent Channel Rejection: Image Rejection: Internal Speaker Impedance: External Speaker Impedance: 18 50 ohms 13.8VDC AM Full Modulation: 2.2A (max) At no signal: 650mA -22°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C) DC Power Cord Microphone Microphone Hanger Mounting Bracket 6.3 in.
... dB S+N/N: Sensitivity at 500 mW Audio Output: Squelch Threshold: Antenna Impedance: Squelch Tight: Signal Meter S-9: Audio Output Power (max.): Audio Output (10% Dist.): Adjacent Channel Rejection: Image Rejection: Internal Speaker Impedance: External Speaker Impedance: 18 50 ohms 13.8VDC AM Full Modulation: 2.2A (max) At no signal: 650mA -22°F to 140°F (-30°C to 60°C) DC Power Cord Microphone Microphone Hanger Mounting Bracket 6.3 in.
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... Some states do not allow this warranty. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. The warranty is invalid if the Product is in effect, ...owner, this product. PUBLIC ADDRESS Output Power at 10% Distortion: 4 watts Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without charge for parts, service, or any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as part of any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by the owner's manual for this Uniden...
... Some states do not allow this warranty. LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may replace the unit with a new or refurbished unit. The warranty is invalid if the Product is in effect, ...owner, this product. PUBLIC ADDRESS Output Power at 10% Distortion: 4 watts Specifications shown are typical and subject to change without charge for parts, service, or any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as part of any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by the owner's manual for this Uniden...
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... Code 10-34 10-35 10-36 10-37 10-38 10-39 10-41 10-42 10-43 10-44 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 Traffic tie up at : Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service...
... Code 10-34 10-35 10-36 10-37 10-38 10-39 10-41 10-42 10-43 10-44 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 Traffic tie up at : Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service...
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Code Meaning 10-18 Anything for us? 10-19 Nothing for you, return to base 10-20 My location is ...Completed last assignment Can you contact Disregard last information I am moving to channel Identify your station Time is up for contact 10-30 Does not conform to FCC rules 10-32 I will give you a radio check 10-33 EMERGENCY TRAFFIC Code 10-64 10-65 10-67 10-70... Negative contact Reserve hotel room for Reserve room for My telephone number is My address is Talk closer to microphone Check my frequency on this channel Please give me a long count Mission completed, all units secure Police needed at 21
Code Meaning 10-18 Anything for us? 10-19 Nothing for you, return to base 10-20 My location is ...Completed last assignment Can you contact Disregard last information I am moving to channel Identify your station Time is up for contact 10-30 Does not conform to FCC rules 10-32 I will give you a radio check 10-33 EMERGENCY TRAFFIC Code 10-64 10-65 10-67 10-70... Negative contact Reserve hotel room for Reserve room for My telephone number is My address is Talk closer to microphone Check my frequency on this channel Please give me a long count Mission completed, all units secure Police needed at 21
