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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
What is Scanning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
What is Searching? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Types of Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Where to Obtain More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Included with Your Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Installing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
AC Adapter/Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Charging Warning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Adapter Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Flexible Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Belt Clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Basic Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Setting the Squelch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Keylock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Duplicate Frequency Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Programming Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Channel Lockout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Lockout in Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Locking a Channel While Scanning . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Lockout Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Restore a Locked Out Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Restore All Locked-out Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Priority Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Changing the Priority Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Chain Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Setting a Search Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Search Hold Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Channel Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Storing Search Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Weather Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
General Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Birdies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Accessories and Replacement Parts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
One Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........2 What is Scanning? . -
Page 2: Introduction
. You can choose between two speeds for the search feature. With Turbo Search, a new feature for Uniden scanners, you can search the VHF FM bands at up to 3 times the normal speed. When the is searching for active frequencies, it is in “Search mode”... -
Page 3: Types Of Communications
Types of Communications Monitor communications such as: Police and fire department (including rescue and paramedics) NOAA weather broadcasts (preprogrammed channels) Business/industrial radio Motion picture and press relay Utilities Land transportation frequencies, such as trucking firms, buses, taxis, tow trucks, and railroads Marine and amateur (ham radio) bands And more in these bands: Frequency... -
Page 4: Feature Highlights
Feature Highlights 30 Channels – Program one frequency into each channel. You must have at least one channel programmed to use the Scan mode. 29 MHz-512 MHz – Search these frequency ranges with your scanner. (The frequency coverage is not totally continuous from 29 MHz to 512 MHz.) Chain Searching –... -
Page 5: Where To Obtain More Information
If the frequencies listed in the starter guide do not work in your area, call the enclosed Mr. Scanner (800) Number . A Uniden representative should be able to provide you with sample frequencies, or use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. -
Page 6: Included With Your Scanner
Included with Your Scanner If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden Customer Service at: (800) 297-1023, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Central, Monday through Friday. Rubber Antenna (AT218) AC Adapter... -
Page 7: Setup
These are helpful guidelines when using your new scanner: If your scanner receives interference or electrical noise, move the scanner or its antenna away from the source. If you need to improve reception, use an optional antenna designed for multi-band coverage.(You can purchase this type of antenna at a local electronics store.) Use the included earphone or an optional stereo... -
Page 8: Ac Adapter/Charger
Before attempting to recharge batteries, make sure you have installed four rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries and the selector switch is set to Ni-Cd BATT. Ni-Cd BATT. BC 235XLT AD-70U AC Adapter AC 120V Outlet REG. -
Page 9: Adapter Safety Feature
Adapter Safety Feature The AC Adapter included with this scanner may be equipped with a polarized line plug — a plug with one blade wider than the other. This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. -
Page 10: Basic Operation
Basic Operation Note: You can fold out the Front Cover to see the Controls and Indicators while reading this Guide. Setting the Squelch To set the Squelch, you must be in the Manual Mode. No signal should be present when adjusting squelch. Press you do not hear a signal. - Page 11 Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise until you hear a hiss. This lowers the “Squelch Gate” so that everything gets through—noise, weak signals, and strong signals. Strong Signals Medium Signals Weak Signals Noise Turn SQUELCH back counter-clockwise just until the hiss stops. Now the “Squelch Gate” allows only strong signals through.
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Page 12: Keylock
Keylock Key Lock prevents accidental key entries during scanning. To lock the keypad, press and hold until the key symbol appears. To unlock the keypad, press and hold until the key symbol disappears. -
Page 13: Programming
Programming Before the BC 235XLT must program a frequency into at least one channel. Before scanning, repeat this procedure for each channel you program. Select frequencies from your starter guide. Press Select a channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press... -
Page 14: Duplicate Frequency Alert
Enter the frequency. a. Enter the frequency number. b. Then press Note: To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press twice, and start over. If the frequency entered is outside the Frequency Range of the scanner, a distinctive beep sounds. (See the Table on page 3 or the Band List on the back of the scanner). -
Page 15: Programming Tips
Programming Tips Do not program a weather frequency into one of the channels, since weather channels transmit continuously. Use for weather information. Group similar frequencies into adjacent channels. For example, program police frequencies in channels 1 through 10 and fire/emergency into channels 11 through 20, and so on. -
Page 16: Scanning
Scanning When you turn on the power, the 235XLT automatically starts in the Scan mode. During normal scanning the scanner skips unprogrammed or locked out channels. When a transmission is received, the Scanner stops on that channel. When the transmission ends, scanning resumes automatically after two seconds. -
Page 17: Channel Lockout
Channel Lockout You can lockout any channel so it is not reviewed during normal scanning. You can restore the channel to scanning whenever you wish. Lockout in Manual Mode Press Select a channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press again. -
Page 18: Locking A Channel While Scanning
Locking a Channel While Scanning If the scanner keeps stopping on a particular channel due to noise or too frequent transmissions, you may want to keep that channel from scanning. Wait until the scanner stops at the channel. Then press The scanner immediately resumes scanning because the... -
Page 19: Restore A Locked Out Channel
Restore a Locked Out Channel Press Select a locked out channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press again. Press to unlock the channel. -
Page 20: Restore All Locked-Out Channels
Restore All Locked-out Channels Press Note: You must be in Manual Mode before restoring all locked-out channels. Press and hold for about two seconds. You will hear two beeps when all the channels have been restored. -
Page 21: Priority Scan
Priority Scan When Priority Scan is turned on, your scanner checks the priority channel every two seconds for activity. If a signal is present on the priority channel, your scanner monitors the channel until the transmission ends, then resumes normal scanning. -
Page 22: Changing The Priority Channel
Changing the Priority Channel You cannot eliminate the Priority Channel, but you can change it to any other of the 30 available channels. Press Select a new Priority Channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press again. Press and hold for two seconds to designate this channel as your new... -
Page 23: Chain Search
Chain Search Use Chain Search to find active frequencies in your area. You can search up to all five personal bands or turn off those bands you don’t want to hear. This gives you flexibility of searching for any channel between 29 and 512 MHz, as long as they are within the 10 frequencies bands covered by the BC60XLT-1... - Page 24 To program a frequency range into one of the five personal Chain Search bands, follow these steps: Press until the search location you want appears in the display. Enter lower limit of the search band. a. Enter the frequency number. b.
- Page 25 Note: The display alternates between the upper and lower ranges. If you program the wrong limit, press , then press again to erase the error and reset the limits to zero. Then begin again. Either press begin your search. Note: Your scanner searches each selected Personal Chain Search band.
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Page 26: Search Hold Feature
To turn off a Chain Search band during search scanning, press its location number. For example, (a) if Chain Search locations 1, 2 and 3 are selected, (b) press to turn off band three so that it’s not scanned during your search. -
Page 27: Channel Skip
Channel Skip If a particular channel continues to interrupt search scanning, it is possible to set your scanner to skip the frequency. If your scanner stops while searching, press to lockout the frequency from the search range. Note: You can program 10 skip frequencies. - Page 28 Press Select a channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press again. Select one or more of the personal search bands. For example, select CHAIN Note: These frequencies were used during “Setting a Search Range,” on page 23. Press When the scanner stops at the frequency you want,...
- Page 29 Note: After this step you are in Search Hold mode. Press to resume scanning. Press to store the frequency in the channel you selected. Note: After this step you are in manual mode. Repeat steps 2 through 6 for all the Search frequencies you want to store.
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Page 30: Weather Scan
Weather Scan Your is designed to scan 7 programmed BC60XLT-1 NOAA frequencies, so you easily find your local NOAA weather broadcast. Note: It is not advisable to program a weather frequency into one of the 30 channels since weather channels transmit continuously. The scanner will remain on the weather channel, disrupting the scanning cycle. -
Page 31: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance General Use Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power or replacing the batteries. Always write down the programmed frequencies in the event of memory loss. If memory is lost, simply reprogram each channel. The display shows there has been a memory loss. -
Page 32: Repairs
Repairs Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no serviceable parts. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it to a qualified repair technician. Birdies All radios can receive “birdies” (undesired signals). If your scanner stops during Scan mode and no sound is heard, it may be receiving a birdie. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting
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, or call 1-800-297-1023. -
Page 34: Specifications
Specifications Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15, Subpart C, as of date of manufacture. Channels: Search Bands: Frequency Range: Operating Temperature: Scan Rate: Search Rate: Scan Delay: Audio Output: Power Requirements: Antenna: External Jacks: Size: Weight: Features, Specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice. -
Page 35: Accessories And Replacement Parts
Accessories and Replacement Rubber Antenna (AT218) AC Adapter (AD70U) Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (UA502) Betty Bearcat Starter Frequency Guide Parts Belt Clip with Screws (BCK150) Monaural Earphone (EP009) Hard-Wired Power Cord (UA510) -
Page 36: One Year Limited Warranty
WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. - Page 37 Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: RE31,523 4,027,251 4,057,760 4,092,594 4,100,497 4,114,103 4,123,715 4,156,193 4,157,505 4,179,662 4,219,821 4,270,217 4,398,304 4,409,688 4,455,679 4,461,036 4,521,915 4,627,100 4,888,815 4,932,074 4,947,456 5,014,348 5,199,109 ©1995 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Philippines...