Uniden BCT12 English Owners Manual

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  • Uniden BCT12 | English Owners Manual - Page 1
    channel is detected! Best of all, you don't have to program any frequencies. Just set the BCT-12 for your state, and the scanner will do the rest. Please read this Operating Guide thoroughly before attempting to operate the unit. Features • Priority Alert • Windshield Mountable • Local Police
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    Police units. Scanning Scanning is the process by which your scanning radio scanner function as a severe weather warning radio. With Weather Alert turned on, when the NOAA issues a severeweather warning radio. With Weather Alert turned on, when the NOAA issues a severe weather warning, the BCT-12
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    box. If there is any visible damage, do not operate the equipment. Notify your dealer or shipping carrier immediately. For information or instructions on any problem that you may have, call the Uniden Customer Service Center at: (800) 297-1023 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central. 3
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    Antenna BCT-12 Operating Guide SBCCATN1N2ER OFF Operating Guide HOLD ALERT MUTE STATE SYHSIGTEHMWAY MODE L/0 The BCT-12 Highway Information System Windshield Mounting Bracket and Hardware Visor Clip Mounting Bracket ALERT HOLD STATE MUTE MODE L/0 OFF Included with Your BCT-12 Scanner
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    antenna with your BCT-12 that will provide better performance on VHF frequencies. For the best reception possible in every state, you might consider a mobile scanner antenna which mounts magnetically to your car or truck. For more information on these and other options available for your BearTracker
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    -12 Antenna 1. Pinch the sides of the antenna and attach it to the BCT-12. Window Mount Antenna 1. Mount the antenna on the inside of the windshield at the far right-hand (passenger) side. HIGHWAY SYSTEM ALERT MUTE MODE HOLD STATE L/O Caution: Be sure the antenna does not obstruct the driver
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    of anyone getting in or out of the car. 3. Plug the cable's BNC connector into the BCT-12. HIGHWAY SYSTEM ALERT MUTE MODE HOLD STATE L/O Mounting the BCT-12 Visor Mounting 1. Snap the visor clip onto the BCT-12. SQUELCH Slots Note: Make sure that the bracket tabs fit securely in the slots. 7
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    Installation 2. Slide the clip over the front of the visor. SQUELCH 3. Adjust the angle of the antenna as close to straight up or down as possible. SQUELCH Note: You can remove and replace the BCT-12 by sliding both the unit and the visor mount off and on the visor. 8
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    road 3. If necessary, adjust the metal mounting bracket so that VOLUME when you slide the BCT-12 OFF onto it, it is parallel to the road surface and fits flush against the windshield. Your VOLUME BCT-12 should look like one OFF of the examples at the right once it is installed. VOLUME
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    Installation 4. Snap the windshield mounting clip onto the BCT-12. VOLUME OFF Slots 5. Slide the plastic windshield mounting clip into the metal mounting bracket. HIGHWAY SYSTEM ALERT MUTE MODE HOLD STATE L/O The mounting clip locks into the plastic portion at three different positions. These
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    of your vehicle and press the suction cups firmly against the windshield. If the BCT-12 does not fit flush against the windshield, try a different position on the metal mounting bracket. 7. Adjust the angle of the antenna as close to straight up or down as possible. Installation VOLUME OFF VOLUME
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    Connecting the Power Direct Connection WARNING: The BCT-12 is designed to operate only with 12V DC, negative ground power systems. Operation of the unit on other to a 12V DC source in your vehicle's fuse box. 2. Connect the other wire to ground. OFF ALERT HOLD MUTE MODE L/0 STATE Fuse Box 12
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    . 4. Plug the power cord connector into the BCT-12 at the jack labeled "DC 12V." Note: Push the connector firmly into the jack. Using the Cigarette Lighter Adapter 1. Insert the small connector into the jack on the side of the unit. OFF ALERT HOLD MUTE MODE
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    the Power When installing the power cord, make sure that: • The socket is clean to allow proper contact. • The power cord does not block the antenna area of the unit. Your unit also comes with 10 power cord mounting clips. You can use these clips to attach the power cord to
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    . An Alert tone is also sounded. This tells you that the scanner is working properly. MUTE 09 HOLD ALT HP W/A LP 4. The currently selected state appears on the display. The BCT-12 always comes on with the last settings selected and in the last mode of operation. MUTE TX HOLD ALT HP W/A LP 15
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    Operating Instructions Adjusting the Squelch Think of the Squelch Control as a gate. 1. Turn the SQUELCH control fully counterclockwise. This raises the "Squelch Gate" so high that no
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    Operating Instructions 4. Sometimes when you open the Squelch, you may trigger the Alert feature even though no highway patrol cars are in the area. If this happens, turn the SQUELCH control counterclockwise until the "rushing" noise stops. Then turn the BCT-12 off, and back on, to reset the Alert
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    Operating Instructions Selecting the State See the foldout inside the front cover or your Quick Reference Guide for key positions. 1. Select the state you are operating in by pressing the S key repeatedly. If you press and hold the S key for 2 seconds, the
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    Operating Instructions State and Canadian Province Codes Code AK AL AR AZ CA CO CT DC DE FL GA HI IA ID IL IN KS KY LA
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    scan. Scanning Highway Patrol Frequencies This mode scans State Police/Highway Patrol frequencies by state. Mobile extender and other enforcement channels ALT HP W/A LP 3. While scanning, the BCT-12 displays the state code for the state you selected. When the BCT-12 detects an active frequency, it
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    in the LED display. The BCT-12 will stop for two seconds, and then resume scanning with the state code displayed in the LED display. MUTE tx HOLD ALT HP W/A LP MUTE lp HOLD ALT HP W/A LP Scanning All Police Frequencies This mode scans standard State Police/Highway Patrol frequencies as well as
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    Operating Instructions 1. To scan highway patrol and local police frequencies, M press the key repeatedly until HL is blinking on the LED display. 2. The LP and HP LED's will light up. MUTE HL HOLD ALT HP W/A LP MUTE HL HOLD ALT HP W/A LP 3. While scanning, the BCT-12 displays the state code
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    Instructions 2. When the BCT-12 detects an active frequency, it displays NW in the LED display. The BCT-12 will stop for two seconds, and then resume scanning with NW blinking in the LED display. MUTE NW HOLD ALT HP W/A LP Scanning Department of Transportation Frequencies This mode scans
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    in this mode. 1. To scan all frequencies (except Weather), press the S key repeatedly or press and hold the S key until "XX" is blinking on the LED display. MUTE XX HOLD ALT HP W/A LP 2. All frequencies, except weather channels, are scanned for an active transmission. 3. When the BCT-12 finds
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    Operating Instructions Turning Priority Alert On/Off To turn priority alert off while in HP, LP, HL, or DOT Mode: A Press and Hold the key ALT HP W/A LP To turn priority alert on while in HP, LP, HL, or DOT Mode: A Press and Hold the key for 1.5 seconds. A confirmation beep sounds and the ALT
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    Instructions Muting the Priority Alert While in the highway patrol mode you can turn off the alarm tone during the time you are listening to a frequency or disable the alarm tone permanently. To disable the alarm tone while listening to a frequency: 1. While in the highway patrol mode BCT-12 off and
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    Instructions 2. While scanning, the BCT-12 will display WX in the LED display. When the BCT-12 detects an active frequency, it displays the weather channel in the LED display and stops scanning. MUTE WX HOLD ALT HP W/A LP MUTE W2 HOLD ALT HP W/A LP 3. Press the L key to make the BCT-12 scan
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    Operating Instructions Deleting Frequencies Some frequencies that have been pre-programmed into your BCT-12 may not be of immediate interest to you, may be experiencing interference, or are being used as data channels. You can lock out those frequencies from scanning. When the scanner stops on the
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    Operating Instructions Restoring Deleted Frequencies Please note that you can only restore all deleted frequencies at the same time. To restore the deleted frequencies: 1. Make sure the BCT-12 is not scanning. To stop the unit from scanning, turn the SQUELCH knob toward the front of the BCT-12. 2.
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    now indicates the mode you are monitoring. The scanner remains on that frequency until you cancel the Hold mode by pressing H . MUTE LP HOLD ALT HP W/A LP MUTE HOLD HP ALT HP W/A LP 2. To resume scanning and reactivate the Alert feature, press the H key. If the BCT-12 stops on an undesired
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    you may consider locking out these channels with the L key. If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no sound is heard, press the H key twice to resume scanning. Important Operating Tips Your BCT-12 is not a radar detector. Using a Uniden radar detector in tandem with your BCT-12 will provide you
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    Troubleshooting If your BCT-12 is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. PROBLEM Scanner is not working properly. Signal is weak or distorted. Improper reception. Scan the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division at: Uniden America Corporation 4700
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    Dealer or through the Uniden Customer Service Center by calling: (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central, Monday through Friday. Windshield Mounting Bracket and Hardware Visor Clip Mounting Bracket BCT-12 Antenna SBCCATN1N2ER OFF Operating Guide MODE L/0 SYHISTGEHMWAY MUTE STATE ALERT
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    g Power: 13.8 VDC Operating Temperature: -20° C (-4° F) to +60° C (+140° F) Antenna: 50Ω impedance RF Sensitivity: (FM 12dB signal to noise ratio at 3kHz deviation) 37.02 - 46 Rules and Regulations Part 15 as of date of manufacture. Specifications are typical and subject to change without notice.
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    Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen G:...Bct12 pdf.vp Wed Dec 03 11:27:46 1997
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    scanner, please observe the following: WARNING! Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. IMPORTANT! The installation, possession, or use of this scanning
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    Speaker Out J KI L M C. On/Off Volume A D. ALERT Key E. HOLD Key H F. Control Panel G. STATE Key S H. Windshield Bumpers I. Antenna m J. MUTE Key K. Squelch Control M L. MODE Key M. L/O (Lock Out) Key L 1 2 3 45 MUTE HOLD ALT HP W/A LP 1. ALARM LED 2. MUTE LED 3. 2-Digit LED Display 4. Alert
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    with Your BCT-12 Scanner 4 Installation 5 Helpful Tips 5 Optional Antennas 5 Installing the Antenna 6 Mounting the BCT-12 7 Connecting the Power 12 Direct Connection 12 Using the Cigarette Lighter Adapter 13 Replacing the Fuse 14 Operating Instructions 15 Applying Power 15 Adjusting the
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    than 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 Operating Guide for this
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    ,679 4,461,036, 4,521,915, 4,627,100, 4,888,815 4,932,074, 4,947,456, 5,014,348, DES 253,173 DES 272,737, RE 31,523 ©1996 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Philippines G:...Bct12 pdf.vp Wed Dec 03 11:29:05 1997
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Introduction
Welcome
Congratulations on your purchase of the BCT-12 Highway
Information System & Pre-programmed Warning Scanner!
State-of-the-art engineering and advanced electronics provide you
with a pre-programmed information radio designed for easy
operation and dependability.
With the BCT-12 Scanning Radio, you can listen to hundreds of
highway patrol, local police, sheriff’s department, department of
transportation, and news media frequencies as well as NOAA
weather channels.
The frequencies in your BCT-12 have been uniquely selected on a
State-by-State basis to provide you with the highest level of
scanning quality. Plus, new built-in technology sounds an alarm
when a priority channel is detected!
Best of all, you don’t have to program any frequencies. Just set the
BCT-12 for your state, and the scanner will do the rest. Please
read this Operating Guide thoroughly before attempting to operate
the unit.
Features
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Priority Alert
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Windshield Mountable
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Local Police Coverage
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Instant Weather
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Highway Patrol Coverage
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Built-in Speaker
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9-Level Strength Meter
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DOT Coverage
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Weather Alert
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News Media Coverage
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Highway Patrol Detection
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Pre-programmed Scanner
Covers All 50 States Plus
Canada
Visit our Internet site at http://www.uniden.com.
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