Uniden BC860XLT Support Question
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English Owners Manual - Page 1
... 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...
English Owners Manual - Page 2
... is in Scan mode. The BC860XLT scans programmed channels at Turbo Scan speed.
H While the BC860XLT searches for the search feature: Normal (100 steps per second) or Turbo Search (300 steps per second ...most two-way communications (listed on that have not been programmed.
M While the BC860XLT scans channels, it is in Manual mode. When
you the opportunity to find new frequencies...
English Owners Manual - Page 4
... use the Scan mode. 29 MHz - 956 MHz - Scan these frequency ranges with your BC860XLT is not totally continuous from 29.0 MHz to 956 MHz.) 10 Priority Channels - Frequencies programmed...memory. Skip data signals and unmodulated transmissions. With both Turbo Scan and Turbo Search, your scanner. (Note: the frequency coverage is truly a Twin TurboTM Scanner. Weather Scan - If the power is ...
English Owners Manual - Page 6
..., your area, call the enclosed "Mr. Scanner" 800 number. A Uniden representative should be able to provide you want to use the enclosed order form to Obtain More Information
Before you can scan, you must program a frequency into the BC860XLT. Or, use . The "Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide" lists typical frequencies used around the...
English Owners Manual - Page 9
The BC860XLT Squelch has two options. How Squelch Works
Think of "SQUELCH" as needed by conditions.
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a level preset at the factory; If the gate is too low (squelch too low), everything (all noise as well as signals) gets through. and Manual Squelch, where you can set the squelch level as a gate.
AUTO Squelch...
English Owners Manual - Page 10
...between tight and threshold. Turn just until hiss heard.
Manual Squelch
To manually set the Squelch, you do not hear
a signal.
Turn until hiss stops. ...No signal should be in the Manual Mode. Press
until you must
be present when
M adjusting squelch.
Setting the Squelch
Adjust VOLUME to stronger signals.
Á
Note: Be sure that the Squelch control clicks into ...
English Owners Manual - Page 11
... into at the back of the scanner, (See Table on page 3, and the Technical Specifications at least one channel. Enter MANUAL mode.
3.
Programming
Before the BC860XLT can scan, you program.
1.
English Owners Manual - Page 13
....
Á
Á
To stop on that channel. During normal scanning the scanner skips unprogrammed or locked out channels. When you turn on the power, the BC860XLT automatically starts in the LCD. 13
English Owners Manual - Page 18
... Scan Mode):
Á
18 Priority Scan
With Priority Scan active, the scanner checks the priority channels every 2 seconds for activity. Scanning then resumes normally. The BC860XLT comes with one Priority Channel preprogrammed in each Bank:
1, 11, 21, 31, 41, 51, 61, 71, 81, and 91.
English Owners Manual - Page 22
...use the Search feature to search all the frequencies. Enter MANUAL mode.
2. To save time, set any limits for any frequencies between 29.000 and 956.000 MHz, as long as they are...finding frequencies besides those in your Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide, or if you can search for the Search within the 12 Bands covered by the BC860XLT. You can set narrower limits, and Search more than...
English Owners Manual - Page 23
... stay on that frequency.
6a. Note: When you find frequencies that frequency to continue to monitor it.
4. Note: If the received transmission is detected, the BC860XLT stops on that interest you, write them down so you can also automatically program a desired frequency into the scanner. When a transmission is in the Aircraft...
English Owners Manual - Page 24
... AM Aircraft Band (108 - 137 MHz) or with frequencies above 406 MHz, you try to start Turbo Search within Aircraft (108-137 MHz) band or above 406 MHz.
To activate Turbo Search:
Note: SRCH flashes during Turbo Search.
Á
Á
To return to normal Search speed:
Note: If you will hear a beep and...
English Owners Manual - Page 31
... transmit continuously, the scanner remains on that frequency.
Weather Scan
Your BC860XLT is designed to program a weather frequency into one of the country, you may not be able to monitor
weather broadcasts, such as in low-lying areas. Note: It is set properly)
2.
M S C Normally a higher location or a better antenna improves the reception...
English Owners Manual - Page 32
...Search modes. Data Skip does not work at the same time as Priority Scan.
You can set Data Skip in each mode separately. You can skip these frequencies by using the Data Skip ...function. Note: Data Skip does not function on or off .
32 That means your BC860XLT will not work on every unwanted data transmission.
Data Skip will stop on any transmission it . Data...
English Owners Manual - Page 34
.... If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no serviceable parts.
Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it may be receiving a birdie.
Press
to lockout...frequency, then press
to resume
K C scanning. All radios are internally-generated signals inherent in the electronics
K S of the receiver. Repairs Birdies
Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no sound ...
English Owners Manual - Page 35
...8226; If programmed frequency is locked out. refer to page 10, Setting the Squelch. • Check the antenna connection. • Check to... • Turn on the wall switch of your dealer
or local electronics store.
This could be in a fringe area. Check with your...outlet. Troubleshooting
If your BC860XLT is correct and no memory has been lost. • Possibly, none of...
English Owners Manual - Page 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.
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English Owners Manual - Page 37
... (162.4 MHz 20 dB QS)
Scan Rate:
Turbo: Up to 100 channels per second
Search Rate:
Normal: 100 steps per second, Turbo: 300 steps per second
Scan Delay:
2 seconds
... with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Sub-part C as of date of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice.
37
Technical Specifications
Certified in . (H)
Weight:
1 lb. 6 oz...
English Owners Manual - Page 39
Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts
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To order these accessories, call or write: Uniden America Corporation Parts and Service 4700 Amon Carter Boulevard Fort Worth, TX 76155 (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Central Monday through Friday
39 to 5:00 p.m., 8:00 a.m.
English Owners Manual - Page 43
...Uniden Product to be shipped freight prepaid by traceable means, or delivered, to warrantor at any time while this warranty is in effect, warrantor will repair the defect and return it . THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET..., and you without charge for parts, service, or any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by warrantor or its representatives in its original packaging)....
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