Uniden bearcat 72xlt manual

Previous Page. Next Page. Scanner radio with trunktracking and automatic scanning capabilities pages. Page 2 Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed by this Operating Guide, could void your authority to operate this product. Page 3 This might be particularly true of the type of earphone that is placed in the ear canal. Uniden does not represent this unit to be water- proof.

To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Page 6 Locking Out Channels These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. Page 8 FCC authorization to operate it. In some areas, mobile use of this scanner is unlawful or requires a permit. Check the laws in your area. It is also illegal in many areas and a bad idea The scanner is versatile, compact, and easy to use.

In addition to its standard scanning features, your scanner also Pager Screen - lets you set the scanner so it does not detect pager frequencies during Close Call search.

Chain Search - lets you enter personal search bands in 10 locations and search all locations in a chain of frequency bands. Direct Access - lets you directly access any channel. Display Backlight - makes the scanner easy to read in low-light situations. Then you need to connect the included antenna to the scanner. Page Understanding Scanning What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two- way communications do not transmit continuously.

Your BC72XLT scans programmed channels until it finds an active frequency, then stops on that frequency and remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues.

Page Simplex Operation When you are scanning a conventional system, the scanner stops very briefly on each channel to see if there is activity. If there is, then the scanner pauses on the transmission until it is over. Eastern Time Monday through Friday.

To purchase another copy of the conventional frequency guide, contact your local dealer or: Uniden Parts Department Hours are from a. Using Internal Batteries You can power your scanner using two alkaline or rechargeable AA batteries not supplied.

Page 20 Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot or burst if you try to recharge them. Setting Up Your Scanner Do not connect either adapter to the scanner if non- rechargeable batteries such as alkaline batteries are installed in the scanner and REG. If rechargeable batteries are installed and REG. If the antenna is over 50 feet from the scanner, use RG-8 low-loss dielectric coaxial cable.

You can get a BNC adapter at your local electronics store. Use a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to attach the clip to the scanner. Page About Your Scanner Familiarize yourself with these terms and the scanner's features, and you can put the scanner to work for you right away. Simply determine the type of communications you want to receive, then set the scanner to scan those communications.

When you select frequency bands to search, the scanner searches for any active frequency within the lower and upper limits you specify. When the scanner finds an active frequency, it stops on that frequency as long as the transmission lasts.

If you think the frequency is interesting, you can program it into one of the banks. If not, you can continue to search. Conventional scanning is a relatively simple concept. Each group of users in a conventional system is assigned a single frequency for simplex systems or two frequencies for repeater systems. Any time one of them transmits, their transmission always goes out on the same frequency. Even today, there are many 2-way radio users who operate using a conventional system:. When you want to store a conventional system, all you need to know is the frequencies they operate on.

When you are scanning a conventional system, the scanner stops very briefly on each channel to see if there is activity. If there is, then the scanner pauses on the transmission until it is over. Simplex systems use a single frequency for both transmit and receive. Most radios using this type of operation are limited to line-of-sight operation.

The range is typically miles, depending upon the terrain and many other factors. Repeater systems use two frequencies: one transmits from the radio to a central repeater; the other transmits from the repeater to other radios in the system.

With a repeater-based system, the repeater is located on top of a tall building or on a radio tower that provides great visibility to the area of operation. When a user transmits on an input frequency , the signal is picked up by the repeater and retransmitted on an output frequency. Since the repeater is located very high, there is a very large line of sight.

Typical repeater systems provide coverage out to about a mile radius from the repeater location. By itself, this manual really only provides part of what you need to know to have fun scanning — how to program and use the scanner. The included conventional frequency guide will give you a good head start on the other part of what you need to know — what frequencies have interesting content.

The Internet is a great source for current frequencies and information about scanning. Many web sites have lists of frequencies for your area. You can use a search engine to find and use them. Make a list of the agencies you want to listen to, then look up the frequencies and systems used by those agencies.

Here are a few useful sites:. Eastern Time Monday through Friday. To purchase another copy of the conventional frequency guide, contact your local dealer or:. If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden Customer Service at: , a.

You might also try changing the height or angle of the telescoping antenna. You can purchase this type of antenna at a local electronics store. If the optional antenna has no cable, use ohm coaxial cable for lead-in. A mating plug might be necessary for the optional antennas.

Read the precautions on the inside front cover of this Owners Manual. You can power your scanner using two alkaline or rechargeable AA batteries not supplied. Make sure the power is turned off. Slide the battery compartment cover. Before you install alkaline or any other nonrechargeable batteries, use a pointed object such as a ballpoint pen to set REG. Set REG.

Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable. Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot or burst if you try to recharge them. Welcome to ManualMachine. We have sent a verification link to to complete your registration. Log In Sign Up. Forgot password? Enter your email address and check your inbox. Please check your email for further instructions. Enter a new password. Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following. Otherwise, you might experience some discomfort or possible hearing Precautions 2.

Precautions 3. Locking Out Channels Scanning Legally Your scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups, including police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies, private companies, amateur radio services, military operations, pager services, and wireline telephone and telegraph service providers.

Feature Highlights Direct Access - lets you directly access any channel. Or, you can connect an external antenna for better reception. Two Power Options - let you power the scanner using internal batteries or external AC power using the included AC adapter. Key Confirmation Tones - the scanner sounds a tone when you perform an operation correctly, and an error tone if you make an error. Battery Low Alert - warns you when battery power gets low.

The screen displays used in this manual are representations of what might appear when you use your scanner. Since what you see depends on the frequencies for your area and the settings you select, you might notice some differences between what is in this manual and what appears on your scanner. To get the most from this manual, review the contents to become familiar with the basic functions available.

Then you need to connect the included antenna to the scanner. This section provides you with background on how scanning works. Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most twoway communications do not transmit continuously. Your UBC72XLT scans programmed channels until it finds an active frequency, then stops on that frequency and remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues.

When the transmission ends, the scanning cycle resumes until the scanner receives another transmission. This is different from scanning because you are searching for frequencies that have not been programmed into the scanner.

When you select frequency bands to search, the scanner searches for any active frequency within the lower and upper limits you specify. When the scanner finds an active frequency, it stops on that frequency as long as the transmission lasts. If you think the frequency is interesting, you can program it into one of the banks.

If not, you can continue to search. Conventional scanning is a relatively simple concept. Each group of users in a conventional system is assigned a single frequency for simplex systems or two frequencies for repeater systems. Any time one of them transmits, their transmission always goes out on the same frequency. Even today, there are many 2-way radio users who operate using a conventional system:.

When you want to store a conventional system, all you need to know is the frequencies they operate on. When you are scanning a conventional system, the scanner stops very briefly on each channel to see if there is activity. If there is, then the scanner pauses on the transmission until it is over. Simplex systems use a single frequency for both transmit and receive. Most radios using this type of operation are limited to line-of-sight operation. This type of radio is frequently used at construction job sites, and with inexpensive consumer radios such as PMR radios.

The range is typically 1. Repeater systems use two frequencies: one transmits from the radio to a central repeater; the other transmits from the repeater to other radios in the system. With a repeater-based system, the repeater is located on top of a tall building or on a radio tower that provides great visibility to the area of operation.

When a user transmits on an input frequency , the signal is picked up by the repeater and retransmitted on an output frequency. Since the repeater is located very high, there is a very large line of sight. Typical repeater systems provide coverage out to about a 40 km radius from the repeater location. By itself, this manual really only provides part of what you need to know to have fun scanning — how to program and use the scanner. The Internet is a great source for current frequencies and information about scanning.

Many web sites have lists of frequencies for your area. You can use a search engine to find and use them. Make a list of the agencies you want to listen to, then look up the frequencies and systems used by those agencies. Note: If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase.

You can purchase this type of antenna at a local electronics store. If the optional antenna has no cable, use ohm coaxial cable for lead-in. A mating plug might be necessary for the optional antennas.

Read the precautions on the inside front cover of this Owners Manual. The scanner has a built-in circuit that lets you recharge Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries while they are in the scanner. To charge the batteries;. Slide the battery compartment cover. Removesticker and set switch for use of Alkaline batteries. You can also use two alkaline batteries to power your scanner. Before you use alkaline batteries, you must remove the sticker in the compartment and move the switch to REG.

BATT position.