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  • Uniden BC780XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 1
    VwiWswietwbo.bsucirt7e8a0txlt.com BC780XLT 500-Channel Trunk Tracking Scanner TRUNK TRACKER III
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    Introduction The BC780XLT is a state-of-the-art radio with TrunkTracking™ and automatic scanning capabilities. It can store also automatically program your scanner by downloading directly from our Uniden/Bearcat national frequency database via a PC or external modem. Use your new scanner to monitor
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    18 29 19 30 20 31 32 1. VFO/SELECT Control 2. VOLUME/SQUELCH Control 3. Scan Key (SCAN) 4. Manual Key (MAN) 5. Display 6. Search Key (SRCH) (PRI) 16. Weather Key (WX) 17. Enter/Remote Key (E/REM) 18. Trunk Mode Indicator 19. Trunk /Trunk Scan List Indicator 24. Scanner/Channel Mode
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    35 36 37 33. Antenna Connector 34. Tape Recorder Output Jack 35. External Speaker Jack 36. DC Power Jack 37. Remote Control Terminal Uniden® and Bearcat® are registered trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. TrunkTrack and SmartScanner are proprietary trademarks of Uniden America Corporation.
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    This shortcut card is designed to assist you in getting through the menu screens using the direct entry mode for commonly used features. Please read the manual thoroughly before using this card. Be sure to back out of the menu screen after each shortcut by repeatedly pressing MENU.
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    need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Service Hotline at 1-800-297-1023. A Uniden representative will be happy to help you with any matters regarding the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters. Hours: M-F 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Central
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    Installation 10 Applying Power Using Standard AC Power 10 Connecting an External Speaker 10 Connecting an Earphone 11 Listening Safely 11 Connecting the Clone Cable 11 Connecting the Tape Recorder 11 Remote Programming Software 11 Basic Operation 12 Turn the Scanner On 12 Setting the
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    Indicators 41 Scan Lists 42 Programming ID Scan Lists Manually 42 ID Scan Mode 44 Setting Priority in Trunking Mode 45 Programming Scan Lists During Search 45 Deleting a Stored ID 45 Moving between Scan List Memories 45 I-Call (Motorola/EDACS 46 Multi-Track 47 EDACS Reception 49 EDACS
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    . • 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. These violations could void your authority to operate this product. • The screen displays used in this manual are representations of
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    is received. What is Searching? The BC780XLT can search each of its 24 bands to find active frequencies. This is different from scanning because you are searching for frequencies that have not been programmed into your scanner. The scanner automatically chooses between two speeds while searching
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    TrunkTrack™ changes this! Not only does your new BC780XLT scan channels like a conventional scanner, it actually follows the users of a trunked radio system. Once you know a talkgroups ID, you won't miss any of the action. If you're a new scanner enthusiast, you may want to read the first part of
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    • Preprogrammed Service (SVC) power is disconnected, the frequencies programmed in your scanner are retained in memory. • Manual Channel Access - Go directly to any channel. • Attenuator - Reduces the signal strength on a per frequency basis. • SmartScanner™ - Automatically program your BC780XLT
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    frequencies into available channels. The Betty Bearcat Frequency Guide lists typical frequencies used around the U.S.A. and Canada that you may program into your new scanner. To obtain another copy of the frequency guide, contact one of the following: • Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 (Hours
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    place of purchase or Uniden Customer Service at: (800) 297-1023, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Central Time, Monday through Friday. • AC Adapter • Cigarette Lighter Adapter Cord • DC Cord • Mounting Bracket • Telescopic Antenna • Operating Guide • Trunk Tracker Frequency Guide and Other Printed
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    choose an antenna, follow the mounting instructions supplied with the antenna. Then route the antenna cable to the scanner. The antenna connector on your scanner makes it easy to use the scanner with a variety of antennas, such as an external mobile antenna or an outdoor base station antenna. Always
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    bracket to the mounting location using the supplied screws and lock washers. 4. Attach the scanner to the mounting bracket using the supplied mounting knobs. 5. Connect the antenna's cable to the ANT. connector on the back of the scanner. Note: If the antenna cable's connector does not fit in the
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    and to protect your scanner, disconnect the cable from your vehicle battery's negative (-) terminal before you begin. Follow these steps to connect the supplied DC power cord. 1. Connect the power cord's black wire to a chassis ground, such as a metal screw attached to a metal part of the vehicle
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    for best reception. Applying Power Using Standard AC Power To power the scanner from an AC outlet, use the provided AC adapter with a 5.5 mm outer diameter/2.1mm inner diameter tip. Caution: You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 13.8 V DC and delivers at least 700 mA. The cord connector
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    volume level, so a volume level that does not cause discomfort might still damage your hearing. Connecting the Clone Cable You can transfer the programmed data to and from another BC780XLT scanner using an RS232C Cable (9 pin to 9 pin) (not supplied). Connect the cable between each scanner's REMOTE
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    out the Front Cover to see the Controls and Indicators while reading this Guide. Turn the Scanner On Turn the VOLUME control clockwise out of the detent position. The scanner automatically starts scanning. Since there are no frequencies programmed in your scanner initially, you may not receive any
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    Menu screen. These levels are then expanded on the foldout towards the back of the manual. You will find a description section to explain the meanings of these functions on the next few pages. Then, you will be walked through all the steps of programming, scanning, searching, and trunktracking. 13
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    overload" is already a problem. Screen Mask does not work in CONTROL Use this function to set the transfer speed (baud rate) at which your personal computer (PC) communicates with the scanner when downloading information into your scanner using the Uniden national database or third party software
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    you to catch most replies. You can change the delay to 1, or 4 seconds as well as set no delay (the scanner will immediately resume scanning after the end of a transmission). With the BC780XLT you can also set negative or inverse delays, also known as Pause. With a 5 second pause, for example, the
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    guide included with the radio or check out www.trunktracker.com. Note: Some trunking systems require that you know the channel order. In these cases you will also need to start programming the trunked system at the start of the bank. The scanner you have programmed into Scan List memory. You
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    review been locked out, press the E (Enter) key. 5:PROGRAM ID You can program IDs into Scan List memory either during Trunk Scan or Search without going into the radio and is directed to another single radio. Within the system, no one outside of these two users hears the conversation. Your BC780XLT
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    on a unique talkgroup from its primary assignment, for example. Because the BC780XLT defaults to Status-Bit On mode, you never need to worry about missing these transmissions. If you've programmed talkgroup 33264 into Scan List memory, for example, and there is an emergency call within the group
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    that are active within your search range(s). By selecting CTCSS or DCS you can set the radio to receive only a particular subaudible tone to be received during your search. You can select which bank you want to program the found frequencies. Note that the audio will be muted during Auto Store. 19
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    from one of the guides listed on page 5. Here is a list of sample frequencies you should try: 156.800 Marine Calling channel 155.340 Ambulance operations 155.280 Ambulance operations 155.160 Ambulance operations 462.950 Ambulance operations 462.5625 Family Radio Services (channel one) 2. Press MAN
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    the frequency in both channels. Storing Text Tags You can customize your scanner by storing text tags for easy identification of banks, channel transmissions, trunking press E or SELECT. Remember! You can also use the VFO control for scrolling. To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press
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    scanner using the keypad or VFO control and then press E.) 4. services into a bank. For example, program programmed channels and frequencies and put in a convenient place in case of accidental reprogramming. • If you want to download frequencies using the SmartScan feature, go to page 59 in this manual
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    Scanning 1. After programming frequencies, simply press SCAN to begin scanning. 2. The bank as follows: 1. Press the VFO control until CHAN is displayed. 2. Rotate the VFO control until the desired channel is displayed. The scanner will automatically go to manual mode. Note: You can accidentally
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    , the signal may overload the scanner. The scanner may stop repeatedly on that signal the VFO control for scrolling. Also instead of pressing E, you can press the VFO/SELECT control or press talkgroup. A different delay can be set for each programmed channel so that when scan or search stops on
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    normal scanning.You can restore the channel to scanning when you wish. Lockout in Manual Mode 1. Press MAN. 2. Select a channel. Enter the channel numbers. Press . L/O appears in the display. Lockout in Scanning Mode If the scanner keeps stopping on a particular channel due to noise or too frequent
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    of the bank on your keypad. 1. Press MAN. Note: You must be in Manual mode before restoring all locked-out channels. 2. Press and hold L/O for about two . If a signal is present on the priority channel, your scanner monitors the channel until the transmission ends, then resumes normal scanning
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    . Note: • Priority in Trunking mode works just the same, except instead of setting priorities for channels, you set them for talkgroup IDs. The scanner only checks priority talkgroups between transmission, not in 2 second intervals. • Priority scan is disabled while the TRUNK icon is lit (an error
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    screen prior to any searching. The BC780XLT scanner can search up to 10 ranges by selecting specific banks which you have programmed search ranges. (Chain Search) • You can select or deselect the search bank freely by pressing the corresponding number with the keypad. • The scanner screen
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    Press LIMIT/ to move down to the previous frequency. 3. Press SRCH to resume searching. Data Skip A scanner will normally stop on any transmission it receives. This means the BC780XLT will occasionally stop on data signals and unmodulated transmissions. You can automatically skip many of these types
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    During search, press HOLD/ when the scanner stops at the frequency you want the frequency, it moves to the manual mode. 3. To store another frequency, If the selected bank has no free channels to store, ERROR will appear control for scrolling. Also instead of pressing E, you can press the VFO/SELECT
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    The scanner counts up through the CTCSS tones and instantly determines any possible DCS tone. See Page 83 for a listing of the tones that the BC780XLT decodes. mode to Tone Squelch from Tone Search, that frequency and tone will be programmed. • Tone Lock (out) mode For either a memory channel or a
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    Note: • CTCSS: Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System. • DCS: Digital Coded Squelch. • For example, the scanner shows the following displays. Tone SQ on, CTCSS 123.0 Hz set Tone SQ on, DCS 325 set Tone SQ on, No CTCSS & DCS set Tone
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    the Service Search frequencies into Channel Memory by pressing E when holding on one of the frequencies. • Special Frequencies are low-power, programmed frequency, or press SRCH to resume scanning. Service Search Skip You can set the scanner to skip the frequencies unwanted during service search
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    BC780XLT is compatible with NWR-SAME weather alert. When the scanner receives NOAA's Specific Area Message Encoding (SAME) coded weather emergency signal, it sounds the alert tone with specified message. You must program If not, optional accessories can be purchased to ensure that you are alerted
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    FIPS Code The 6-digit Federal Information Processing System (FIPS) codes established by the National Weather Service (NWS) must be programmed in your scanner. These codes specify an emergency and the specific geographic area (such as county) affected by the emergency. 1. At the WX hold mode
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    are listed in the TrunkTracker National Public Safety Trunked System Frequency Guide included with your BC780XLT scanner. Frequencies sometimes change, check with www.trunktracker.com. • If you have internet access, you can visit www.bc780xlt.com, www.trunktracker.com or www.bearcat1.com/free.htm
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    only store one trunking system in each bank. Important: If you are programming an EDACS or LTR trunked system, you must enter the frequencies in a specific order. Check the frequency guide included with the scanner for the frequencies in your area. For additional frequencies, check the websites
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    your scanner monitors, you must be in the Trunking Programming menu mode. To select this mode, follow these steps: 1. Press MENU. 2. Press or to select TRUNK DATA and then press E. 3. Select the bank you want to program using , or VFO and then press E. Remember! You can also use the VFO control for
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    in conventional scanning. 2. Press TRUNK to enable trunked reception. The radio will seek and acquire the trunked system control channel. The scanner will now be in MONITOR mode. You will hear the control channel and see active talkgroups on the screen. You will not hear the voice transmissions in
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    LTR systems. You should read the appropriate parts of this guide to understand the formats. The bottom line TrunkTracking. Later, when you learn more about a system, you will want to store lists of talkgroups. Then you can scan specific agencies and users, and use the many other features your radio
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    Select TRUNK DATA - BANK NO. - L/O ID REVIEW using , or VFO and pressing E, SELECT or VFO , press MENU repeatedly. Channel Activity Indicators The BC780XLT has 30 Channel Activity Indicators to visually display program in a trunking bank corresponds to an activity indicator at the top of your scanners
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    the BANK or the LIST icon. Check the web site www.trunktracker.com or www.bearcat1.com/free.htm for a complete list of talkgroups for your area that you can program into your Scan Lists. Programming ID Scan Lists Manually 1. Press MAN, the lowest available ID list number appears on the display
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    powerful flexibility in all modes. Be sure to read the section "EDACS Reception" on page 49 to learn how this works. Note: The BC780XLT List location. Program ID Manually with the Menu Mode Note: It is also possible to do ID programming in the menu mode by selecting TRUNK DATA - BANK NO. - PROGRAM
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    , press SELECT. For LTR systems only, the talkgroup must be active in order to change the scan list and bank indicators. If the talkgroup is not active, change the scan list by using the menu screen. Note: • Once you press SCAN or SRCH in one bank, all trunking banks will change to that
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    2, etc. Note: This function does not work in LTR tracking. Programming Scan Lists During Search To select a Scan List location and store an ID during Search mode, follow these steps: 1. When your scanner stops on an ID you want to store, press HOLD/ . 2. Press E, or use HOLD/ or LIMIT/ to select
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    particular units. I-CALLS IN SEARCH MODE In SEARCH mode, the scanner default is that I-Call reception is OFF. This means that I-Calls will not be received until you program them to be ON. You have three choices for controlling I-Call reception. Through the Menu system, go to TRUNK DATA / BANK NO
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    one or more conventional frequencies), the radio jumps between systems/frequencies as follows: TRUNK SCAN: The scanner moves to a trunked system and looks for IDs in your Scan List(s) for up to one second. If it finds no activity on your programmed talkgroups, it moves on to conventional channels
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    bank. SCAN & SEARCH Icons For the first time on a Uniden scanner, you will see both the SCAN and the SEARCH icons active at the same time. This indicates that the radio is scanning conventional banks and Trunk searching trunking banks. When the radio is trunking, only the SEARCH icon will be lit
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    EDACS® Reception EDACS® Tracking TrunkTracker III now allows tracking of EDACS® trunked systems. Until now these widely used systems have been almost impossible to monitor with a conventional scanner. With your TrunkTracker III listening to EDACS(s) is remarkably easy, and perhaps even easier than
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    exclude entire unwanted Fleets and Agencies. When in Search mode, with the system frequencies programmed, and your scanner locked to the control channel, you can select a desired city by keying in the AGENCY part of the AFS talkgroup. For example, you can select the entire city of Sullivan with
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    '. AFS talkgroups are used in all EDACS reception -- in ID SEARCH, ID LOCKOUT and ID SCAN scanlists.The powerful AFS Partial Entry feature designed into the BC780XLT lets you use either a complete talkgroup code, or just the most significant part. This feature lets you expand or narrow searching
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    LTR® Reception LTR® Tracking LTR® (Logic Trunked Radio) systems are trunking systems used primarily by business or private communications service providers, such as taxicabs, delivery trucks, and repair services. These systems encode all trunking information as digital subaudible data that
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    needs to update the database instead of reprogramming individual radios. Another scanner defaults to monitor Type II systems, but its possible to select a Preprogrammed Fleet Map or create a Custom Fleet Map for your area. For VHF and UHF Type II trunking systems, you will need to know the base
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    Programming If you have programmed a trunk tracking bank for Motorola type and press TRUNK to start Multi-Track, you will see user IDs display on your screen. Since the BC780XLT programming a Fleet Map. It contains a detailed explanation of Scanner Fleet Map Programming, as well as a table listing
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    Type II blocks. To program a Hybrid system, follow the steps listed in Programming a Fleet Map in digit number, followed by a hyphen, followed by a one or two digit number. Setting the Base, trunktracker.com or www.bearcat1.com/free.htm and other web sites and frequency resources. To enter the base
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    up to three base, spacing and offsets BC780XLT defaults to Status-Bit On mode, you never need to worry about missing these transmissions. If you have programmed talkgroup 33264 into Scan List scanner.) Then use HOLD/ or LIMIT/ to change the setting (on to off) and press E to program your change. 56
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    receive errors (such as the scanner jumping to channels that are obviously not part of the system), you should try an alternate Plan. Note: You can assign a fleet map to Type 1 or Hybrid systems scanned in Control Channel only mode by going into the menu. You can also program IDs, set delays, alpha
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    (End Code) When this function is disabled, the radio looks for squelch before returning to the control channel instead of waiting for the disconnect tone. Only in rare instances will you need to adjust the default settings. The condition to return to control channels depends on whether the signal is
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    and program your BC780XLT in numerous ways with peripheral devices using the Remote Interface Cable port. This radio offers the following modes: SMARTSCAN MODE Automatically load frequencies, trunking talkgroups and fleetmaps from the Uniden National Frequency Database server into your scanner using
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    : Plug the scanner end of the RS232C straight interface cable into the remote port on the rear of your scanner. Plug the other end of the cable (DB-9 serial the Uniden National Database server. After connecting to either an internal or external modem, using the the steps above, turn the radio on.
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    downloading frequencies is 1-900-225-4822. There is a $0.99 per minute charge for using the SmartScan database. To get current frequencies, as well as special /sporting event frequencies, regularly update your scanner by using SmartScan. Note: If you are unable to dial a 900 number, check with your
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    several parameters used for SmartScan. • Bank lock • Transfer speed • Flow control setting • Dial type Bank Lock SmartScanner will overwrite frequencies that you have already programmed into your scanner. To save the previously programmed frequencies, you can lock out specific banks prior to calling
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    of the Uniden National Frequency Database have poured over these records to provide you with the most accurate possible download of frequencies for whichever area of the country you desire. Because of the volume of data, and because some systems operate on expired licenses or digital radio systems
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    and Family Radio Service channels). Look at the web sites Uniden.com and Trunktracker.com for listed types of licenses, or you have locked-out some banks prior to the download using the Program Lock feature, the scanner may run out of memory locations and you may not, for example, receive part
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    in remote mode. For information on purchasing third party software to program and control your BC 780XLT, see the flyer included in the box with this radio. You can also go to www.bc780XLT.com on the Internet or call 1-800-722-6701 for more information on software custom-designed for your Bearcat
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    1 5 4 8 7 Not used You can clone all of the programming of one BC780XLT into another, including frequencies, talkgroup IDs, alpha tags, delay settings, etc. After connecting the two scanners, turn the radios on. Prepare each scanner for clone mode as follows. 1. Press MENU. 2. Select SYSTEM DATA
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    SCAN key on both scanners. The data transfer is started from the Master Unit to the Slave Unit. During the data transfer, both scanners show the following displays Once you have completed the cloning of the scanners, reset by turning the scanners off and then on again. This is particularly important to
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    remain as they are set until you reset them, even if you turn the scanner off and then on again. Dimmer To to ON or OFF using or and then press E. Screen Mask The trunk, frequency, receiving mode, and signal meter SYSTEM DATA. 3. Press to select SCREEN MASK and then press E. 4. Set to ON or
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    , 3:TRUNK DATA, or 4:SEARCH EVENT menu screens. The audio signal from the TAPE OUT Jack on the rear of the scanner will be turned on for each one that was ID Scan Lists). 1. The default setting is Channel. The CHAN icon appears in the display in this setting. In Manual mode, turn the VFO control to
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    not to rub the LCD window. • Do not use excessive amounts of water. Repairs • Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no user serviceable parts. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it to a qualified repair technician. Birdies • All radios can receive birdies (undesired signals
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    room. You could be using an outlet controlled by the wall switch. 3. Move the AC Adapter to another wall outlet. Improper reception. 1. Check the antenna connection or move and reposition the antenna. 2. Move the scanner. 3. You may be in a remote area which could require an optional multi-band
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    phone number are listed in the Warranty at the end of this manual. If you would like immediate assistance, please call Customer Service at (800)297-1023. If you have internet access, you can visit www.uniden.com or www.trunktracker.com or www.bearcat1.com/free.htm or www.bc780xlt.com for additional
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    Requirements: AD580U AC Adapter (13.8V DC, 700mA) Antenna: Telescopic Antenna (included) Antenna Jack: BNC type External Jacks: External Speaker (EXT.SP.) (3.5 mm) DC 13.8 V Power Jack, (center is positive) Remote Control (REMOTE) Jack (DB-9) Tape Recorder Out (TAPE OUT) Jack (3.5 mm) Size
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    tones. You will only hear those transmissions that have been programmed on specific frequencies with the specific subaudible tone that you have selected. DCS - (Digital Controlled Squelch) refers to a system where the radio receivers are equipped with data burst responsive devices which allow audio
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    in and around your area. PC Control - This term is associated with the ability to program frequencies and other useful information via a computer by means of the Uniden national database or third party software. You can change the transfer speed on the scanner needed to be compatible with your PC
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    and other useful information for any area of the 50 states from the Uniden national database via an external modem or the internal modem on your personal computer (PC). This can be accomplished by means of the free downloadable software when using the PC or the direct dial method when using an
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    Preset Fleet Maps Preset Map 1 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S11 S11 S11 S11 S11 S11 S11 S11 Preset Map 3 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S4 S4 S4 S4 S4 S4 S12 -- Preset Map 5 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S4 S4 S12 -S4 S4 S4 S4 Preset Map 7 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S10 S10
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    Preset Map 9 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S4 S4 S0 S0 S0 S0 S0 S0 Preset Map 11 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S4 S0 S0 S0 S0 S0 S0 S0 Preset Map 13 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S3 S3 S11 S4 S4 S0 S0 S0 Preset Map 15 Block 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Size Code S4 S4 S4 S11 S11 S0 S12 --
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    blocks, numbered 07. When you program your scanner to track a Type I system, digits) The details concerning how the size codes are selected by a Type I System designer are highly dependent on the specific needs of the systems users. Some organizations may want many subfleets with only a few radios
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    CODE 14 can only be assigned to Block 0. Since these size codes require multiple blocks, you will be prompted for the next available block when programming a Fleet Map. For example, if you assign Block 0 as an SIZE CODE 12, you will be prompted for Block 2, the next block available, instead of
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    Blizzard Warning BZW 0 High Wing/ Dust Storm Warning HWW 0 Radio logical Hazard Warning RHW 0 Civil Danger Warning CDW 0 Local Area WSA 0 High Wing/ Dust Storm Watch HWA 0 Tornado Watch TOA 0 Service Thunderstorm Watch SVA 0 Flash Flood Watch FFA 0 Flood Watch FLA 0
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    TV **A 0 Unknown Statement Tune TV **S 0 LCD Display EMG NOTIFY SERVICE WX SPECIAL WX FLASH FLOOD FLOOD HURRICANE NATION PERIOD MONTHLY WEEKLY SYSTEM DEMO NATION HAZARD UNKNOWN TV UNKNOWN TV UNKNOWN TV UNKNOWN TV REVERSE LIST Range 29.520 - 29.580 29.620 - 29.680 52.010 -
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    CTCSS Frequency List (Hz) DCS Tone Code 83
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    Memo 84
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    Memo 85
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    Memo 86
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  • Uniden BC780XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 98
  • Uniden BC780XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 99
    an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the owners manual for this product
  • Uniden BC780XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 100
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