Installation - Uniden Bearcat UBC760XLT Owner's Manual

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Mobile Installation
Plan the location of the radio bracket
before starting the installation. Select a
location that is convenient for opera-
tion and does not interfere with the
driver or passenger in the vehicle. The
bracket should be securely fastened to
a solid surface using the self tapping
screws provided. Mount the scanner
to the bracket with the thumb screws
and adjust the angle of the radio.
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Mobile Antenna
In the mobile application the Bearcat
760XLT will require an external vehicle
antenna. Use a mobile antenna de-
signed for multi-band coverage. For
maximum effectiveness, the external
antenna should be fed with Iow loss 50
ohm coaxial such as RG58 foam. Re-
member, you have purchased the fin-
est mobile scanner available, so don't
compromise its performance with an
inferior antenna. We recommend us-
ing the (optional' Uniden BC-ATJ mo-
bile antenna for best results.
Ideally, the antenna should be mount-
ed directly in the center of the vehicle's
roof.
The radiation and reception pattern of
a vehicular antenna always conforms
to the ground plane (metal shape' lo-
cated below the antenna. ,l\ roof
mounted antenna provides virtually an
omnidirectional pattern. If the anten-
na was mounted on the left rear fen-
der, the best reception would occur
from the right front fender of the vehi-
cle, with greatly reduced reception
from the left rear. Avoid mounting the
antenna on a front fender, as ignition
noise can limit reception.
Connecting the Power
The UBC 760XLT is designed to be
used in 'any vehicle which has a 13.8-
volt DC negative-ground electrical sys-
tem. Ifyou cannot determine the po-
larityofyourvehicle, consultyourvehi-
cle dealer for information.
Note: The use of this radio in a motor
vehicle may be regulated or require a
permit in certain states or certain cities.
The UBC 760XLT should be connected
directly to the fuse block or battery of
your car. Connect the power cord to
the back of the radio in thejack marked
"DC 13.8V".
Desktop Installation
The UBC 760XLT has a unique design
feature that allows the unit to be used
as an in-home scanner. The fold-out
foot sets the unit at a proper angle for
desk or table-top use. Simplyswing the
foot out until it locks in its upright posi-
tion.
Note: Please be sure that the foot is
folded out completely in order to avoid
accidental damage to the unit.
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Telescopic Antenna
The UBC 760XLT includes a telescopic
antenna for use in desktop installtions.
Insert the antenna into the opening on
the rear apron of the radio, and fully ex-
tend it. Under normal conditions this
antenna should provide excellent re-
ception. However, factors such as loca-
tion within your home, and proximity
to electrical appliances may determine
reception quality. For weak signal re-
ception or electrically noisy locations,
an external antenna may be helpful.
AC Adapter
The UBC 760XLT can be powered by
the AC Adapter included with the
scanner which converts standard
household current to 12.0 V Dc. Plug
the small connector of the AC Adapter
into the jack in the back of the radio
marked DC 13.8V. Plug the other end
into any standard 220 VAC household
outlet.
Note: Please be sure to use only model
818F41 24 AC Adapter, as higher vol-
tage, or reverse polarity may damage
your unit.
Memory Backup
Frequencies maintained in the UBC
760XLT memory are protected from
loss in the event of electrical power in-
terruption by lithium battery. This bat-
tery should be replaced every 10years.