Uniden BC9000XLT English Owners Manual

Uniden BC9000XLT Manual

Uniden BC9000XLT manual content summary:

  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 1
    Programming . . . 38 Using COUNT to Monitor Channel Activity 38 Displaying Bank Memory Status 40 Using Auto Recording 41 Viewing Scanner Status Information . . . 42 Display Light 44 Using Hi-Cut 44 CTCSS Operation 45 Installing the CTCSS Board 45 Using CTCSS 47 To Change the CTCSS Tone
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 2
    base unit, or install in your vehicle as a mobile unit. The BC9000XLT program any channel. With the BC9000XLT, you can scan all 500 Service 800 MHz band And many more in the 25-1300 MHz range. (Note: Cellular telephone frequencies cannot be received.) Where to Obtain More Information The Bearcat
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    MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Operating Guide (OMBC9000XLT) Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide Telescoping Antenna
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    Mode, causes the scanner to remain on a frequency two seconds after the last transmission to wait for a possible reply. n Direct Channel Access-Allows you to manually select a specific channel without scanning. n Direct Frequency Programming-Allows you to program a specific frequency into a channel
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    . n Enter Lock-Temporarily disables programming keys to prevent accidental programming. n External Speaker Jack-Allow you to connect an external speaker or earphone for custom listening. See "Included with your Scanner" on page 3, and "Optional Accessories & Replacement Parts" on page 52. n Line
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 6
    EXT SP front of the scanner to the microphone input of a tape recorder. 2. Connect a cable from the RCA-type "AUX" jack on the back of the scanner to the recorder's "REMOTE" jack. (See "Using Auto Record," page 41.) For use with an optional CTCSS Tone Board: See "CTCSS Operation, " page 45. 6
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 7
    two-way communications (listed below) do not transmit continuously. The BC9000XLT scans programmed channels at the rate of up to 100 channels per second received. SCAN CHANNELS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Frequency Locked Out (L/O) Frequency Not Entered An optional DELAY can be set so that the scanner
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 8
    BC9000XLTBanks and channels are the way stored frequencies are organized in your scanner. A channel is a memory location where you store a frequency. The channels in the BC9000XLT are numbered 1 - 500. A bank is a group of channels. The BC9000XLT has 20 banks with 25 channels in each. The banks are
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 9
    2. Think of the Squelch Control as a gate. Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise. This raises the "Squelch Gate" so high that no signals can get through. SQUELCH VOLUME 3. Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise until you hear a hiss. This lowers the "Squelch Gate" so that everything gets through ... noise, weak
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 10
    Tuner Lock LED Lock Key Rotary Tuner and Controls This unique feature allows easy, rapid, and precise selection of frequencies and channels in the BC9000XLT. Frequency/Channel Mode Selector - Press to switch between channel or frequency mode. When the CHAN LED is on, you can step rapidly through
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 11
    - 350 351 - 375 376 - 400 401 - 425 426 - 450 451 - 475 476 - 500 Auto Sort Each time you store a frequency, the list of scanning frequencies in the bank is automatically sorted Choosing a Programming Method With the BC9000XLT, there are five ways to program a channel: n Manually selecting a
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 12
    TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Scan and Numeric Keys 1. Select a frequency. Example: Program 482.7625 MHz
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 13
    A P ch 1 OUT OF BAND Bank A ch 1 DUPLICATE CH 230 To program more channels, repeat steps 3 and 4. Press e to store the same frequency MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 14
    SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Search, Scan, Numeric, and
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 15
    See page 53, or see the included Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide. Example: 450.000MHz to 456.000 MHz 2. m. SRC NFM 12 . 5 KHz 450.3750MHz The scanner stops on the first active frequency it finds. SRC NFM 12 . 5 KHz 450.3750MHz n To program the frequency, press h to stop searching. Then,
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 16
    Enter Bank or ch 450.3875MHz 200 450.3875MHz Bank H ch200 000.0000MHz (Display flip-flops) 450.3875MHz 5. Press e to Program the frequency. Bank H ch200 450.3875MHz 6c. Program the frequency into the first open channel of another bank. 1. Press hto stop the search. 12 . 5KHz ch 53 NFM 450
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    LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Programming, Search, Scan, Mode, Numeric, and Bank Keys
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 18
    . The LED on the U key flashes. Note: You hear no audio during Auto Store. Note: If the bank you chose is already fully programmed, a double beep sounds. Choose another bank. Searching frequencies 1 2 . 5KHz STOch 54 NFM 810.0625MHZ Storing an active frequency. 1 2 . 5KHz STOch 54 NFM 810
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    LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Programming, Search, Scan, and Numeric Keys, and Rotary
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 20
    LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Programming, Search, Scan, Mode, and Numeric Keys, and
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 21
    P... Then press Z. 2. Enter the channel number... Note: You must select a programmed channel. Example: Channel 1 Then press h. The Alpha Edit Screen appears. Select ALPHA or CTCSS Select chan 8 from 1 to 500 1 from 1 to 500 56789 /()& ch 1 3. Turn the Rotary Tuner left/right to choose a letter
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    LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Program, Search, Scan, Mode, and Numeric Keys, and
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 23
    7. Press e to store the changes. Bank A ch 1 Select chan 1 from 1 to 500 8 Press s, m, or Pto exit the Program Alpha Mode. 23
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    SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Scan, Mode, Numeric, and Bank Keys 1. Turn on the scanner OR Press s to
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 25
    Turning Banks ON or OFF After you have programmed channels in several of the scanner's banks you can customize which channels you scan by turning the banks on or off. 1. Press s. Bank ABCDEFGHIJ Sca n 1234567890 2. To turn a Bank OFF, press
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 26
    , the scanner will stop programmed so that you can easily unlock it for scanning later. You can select a locked out channel using the Manual MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT
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    Unlocking a Channel 1. Press m. 2. Enter the channel or press the Channel Mode Selector and use the Rotary Tuner to find the channel you want to unlock. 3. Press L. Bank A P ch 1 L/O 482.7625MHz Bank A P ch 1 482.7625MHz 4. Press s to resume scanning. Unlocking All Channels 1. Press m. Bank D ch
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 28
    F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Scan, Mode, and Numeric Keys, and Rotary Tuning Controls. Press p . You can turn Priority Scan ON in Scan Mode or Manual Mode. PBank ABCDEF I Sca n 1 5 7 0 Moving the Priority Channel The scanner is pre-programmed with the first
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 29
    ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Search, Scan, Mode, Numeric
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    SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Search Keys, and Rotary
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    HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E Mode Keys A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF While searching, press
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    SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Search, Mode, and Numeric
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    when all frequencies are unlocked. Birdies Birdies are internally generated frequencies that cause the scanner to stop during search. If you have problems with these frequencies, use the lockout features to keep the scanner from stopping. Birdie Frequencies in MHz 32.000 74.200 128.000 139.995
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 34
    is not preprogrammed with NOAA Weather frequencies. See the Betty Bearcat Frequency Guide for a list of weather frequencies in your area. Then, see page 11 of this Operating Guide to program the frequencies into the BC9000XLT. Using Data Skip Some frequencies carry un-modulated signals or data
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 35
    Changing the Frequency Step The frequency step is the minimum space between frequencies in the Manual or Search Mode. Your scanner is pre-programmed with a default frequency step for each of its frequency bands. You can override the default frequency step to search in larger or smaller increments
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 36
    scanner's frequency bands is pre-programmed with a default signal mode. If you want to override the default signal mode for a particular frequency, use these keys: MEM COUNT AUX SHIFT STATUS PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 37
    unusually strong signals from over-loading the scanner. In the Scan Mode, you must individually program each channel you want to use the MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT
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    Preventing Accidental Programming The BC9000XLT has a lock feature to prevent accidental programming entries. To disable the e , P, N , and MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 39
    or the Rotary Tuner to select the channel. Count :01P ch 1 482.7625MHz 3. Press ? twice. Count :00P ch 1 482.7625MHz Note: Turning off power resets the counter for all channels. To turn COUNToff: 1. Press m. 2. Select a channel with the Count feature ON. Count :01P ch 1 482.7625MHz 3. Press
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 40
    Displaying Bank Memory Status This feature shows the programming status of the channels in a bank. Use these keys: MEM COUNT AUX SHIFT STATUS PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM
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    SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Status, Scan, and Numeric
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 42
    482.7625MHz Viewing Scanner Status Information This feature lets you quickly review the settings for several features of the BC9000XLT. Use these keys: MEM COUNT AUX SHIFT STATUS PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 43
    Bank C ch 72 CTCSS:OFF 000.0 Bank C ch 72 HI-CUT:OFF Bank C ch 72 RECORD :OFF In Search Mode: 1.Press hto stop the search. 2. Press and hold ufor
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 44
    ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF Status and Special Function
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 45
    CTCSS Operation This section applies only if you are installing and using an optional CTCSS Tone Board with your scanner. Installing the CTCSS Board Installing the CTCSS Tone Board is a simple procedure, and requires only a few minutes following the steps below. CAUTION: Be sure to turn the scanner
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 46
    the back of the scanner. 3 pins 4 pins 5. Gently push straight down on the CTCSS Board until the pins are fully seated in the sockets. To speaker (Inside Top Cover) 6. Carefully replace the cover and the five screws. Note: The tabs on the cover hook under the front part of the chassis. 46
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 47
    squelch to be broken during scanning only when a CTCSS Tone is received. To program a channel for CTCSS, use these keys: MEM COUNT AUX SHIFT STATUS PROG SEND ALPHA HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 48
    ch 72 854.2875MHz After programing the frequency, the scanner returns to step three. Continue programming CTCSS frequencies , or press m to exit. Select chan 72 from 1 to 500 To Change the CTCSS Tone Frequency 1. Press m . 2. Find the channel and CTCSS Tone Frequency you want to change. Bank
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 49
    ch 72 854.2875MHz After programming the frequency, the scanner returns to step four. Continue programming CTCSS frequencies, or press m to exit. Select chan 72 from 1 to 500 Note: To remove a CTCSS Tone Frequency, from a channel, program the frequency as "00.0." CTCSS Tone Frequencies 000. → 67
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 50
    scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents to clean the scanner. Do not rub the display window. Do not use excessive amounts of water. Repairs Do not attempt any repairs. The scanner contains no user-serviceable parts. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center at 800-297-1023, or take the
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 51
    Troubleshooting If your BC9000XLT is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. PROBLEM Scanner won't work. SUGGESTION Check the connections at both ends of the AC Adapter. Turn on the wall switch of your room. You could be using
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 52
    Parts Operating Guide (OMBC9000XLT) Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide Telescoping Antenna OPERATING GUIDE AC Adapter (AD580U) External Speaker (ESP25, 8Ω) ® Mobile Mounting Bracket Assembly Kit (MB001) Cigarette Lighter Power Cord Adapter (PS001) Hard Wire Cord (PS002) CTCSS Board
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    71.500 75. Antenna: Operating Temperature: 50 ohms (Impedance) - 20⊃C (- 4⊃F) to + 60⊃C (+ 140⊃F) Size: 10-1/2" (W) x 7-1/2" (D) x 3-1/2" (H) Weight: 4 lbs. Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Subpart C as of date of manufacture. Features, specifications
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 54
    HOLD SRC AUTO LIMIT LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF UBZZ01248ZZ OPERATING GUIDE
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 55
    Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following: WARNING! Uniden does not represent this unit to be the laws in your community. Uniden® and Bearcat® are registered trademarks of Uniden America Corporation ©1994 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 56
    LINE EXT SP TWIN TURBO SCAN MANUAL PRI TURBO CTCSS DATA L/O DELAY ATT BRI 1 AM 4 5KHz 7 CLR DIM 2 NFM 5 12.5 KHz 8 50KHz 0 OFF 3 WFM 6 25KHz 9 HI-CUT E A B F G FREQ BC9000XLT CD E HI CHAN J SQUELCH LOCK VOLUME OFF 10 9 8 765 1. Programming and Status Keys 6. Numeric and
  • Uniden BC9000XLT | English Owners Manual - Page 57
    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, programmed by anyone other than as detailed by the operating guide for this product
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Table of Contents
Introduction
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2
Included with the BC9000
XLT
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3
Feature Highlights
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4
Getting Started
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Base Installation
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6
What is Scanning?
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7
Searching
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Banks and Channels
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8
Setting the Squelch
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Using the Rotary Tuner
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10
Programming Channels
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11
Programming By Manual Entry
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12
Programming With the Rotary Tuner
Use these controls:
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Programming with Search
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14
Programming With AUTO STORE
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17
Deleting a Programmed Frequency
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19
Transferring a Programmed Frequency. 19
Programming Channels with Alpha
Characters
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20
To Delete Alpha Characters
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22
The Scan Mode
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24
Scanning All Programmed Channels and
Banks
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24
Turning Banks ON or OFF
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25
Locking Out Channels
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26
Using Priority Scan
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28
The Search Mode
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29
Beginning a Search
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29
Scrolling Frequencies During a Search . 30
Using Turbo Search
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31
Using Search Delay
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31
Locking Out Frequencies
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32
Unlocking a Frequency
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32
Unlocking All Frequencies
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33
Birdies
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33
Additional Scanner Features
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34
Scanning Weather Channels
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34
Using Data Skip
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34
Changing the Frequency Step
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35
Setting the Signal Mode
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36
Using Signal Attenuation
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37
Preventing Accidental Programming . . . 38
Using COUNT to Monitor Channel Activity
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38
Displaying Bank Memory Status
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40
Using Auto Recording
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41
Viewing Scanner Status Information . . . 42
Display Light
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44
Using Hi-Cut
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44
CTCSS Operation
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45
Installing the CTCSS Board
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45
Using CTCSS
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To Change the CTCSS Tone Frequency
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48
CTCSS Tone Frequencies
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49
Care and Maintenance
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50
Troubleshooting
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51
Optional Accessories and Replacement
Parts
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52
Specifications
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