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Uniden BC 278CLT Reference Manual

10 band, 100 channel scanner
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BC 278CLT
1 0 B A N D , 1 0 0 C H A N N E L S C A N N E R
• FULLY PROGRAMMABLE
• FULL FREQUENCY LCD READOUT
• ALARM CLOCK
• AM/FM RADIO
• SERVICE SCAN
• CHANNEL LOCKOUT
• PRIORITY CHANNEL
• SCAN DELAY
• MEMORY BACKUP
• EMERGENCY WEATHER ALERT WITH
S.A.M.E.
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  • Page 1 BC 278CLT 1 0 B A N D , 1 0 0 C H A N N E L S C A N N E R • FULLY PROGRAMMABLE • FULL FREQUENCY LCD READOUT • ALARM CLOCK • AM/FM RADIO •...
  • Page 2 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 Reference Guide, could void your authority to operate this product. The installation, possession, or use of this scanning radio in a motor vehicle may be prohibited, regulated, or require a permit in certain states, cities, and/or local jurisdiction.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..........1 About Scanning .

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION About Scanning Scanning Options Scanning is easy and fun with the BC278CLT 100-Channel Base Scanner with AM/FM Radio. Scan channels you have programmed Scan pre-programmed service and weather channels. What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most 2-way communications do not transmit continuously (see Types of Communication below).

  • Page 5: Taking Proper Care Of Your Scanner

    AM/FM radio You must program a frequency into each channel you want to use. If you do not have any known local frequencies to program, a Uniden representative should be able to provide you with a few sample frequencies. Where to Obtain More Information The Bearcat Radio Club and other similar hobby clubs have publications, information on computer bulletin boards, and contests for the radio enthusiast.

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    GETTING STARTED Installing the BC278CLT AC 10V USE AC-144U ONLY EXT.SP 1. Insert the small plug at the end of the AC Adapter cord into the AC 10V jack on the scanner. 2. Plug the AC Adapter into any standard 120V AC wall outlet. Do not plug into an outlet controlled by a wall switch;...

  • Page 7: Operation

    OPERATION Controls and Functions 12 BAND 12 15 20 21 13 16 18 22 19 17 14 1. LCD Display Displays time, channel, frequency, and functions. (Page 6) 2. Numeric Keys Press to program a frequency into each channel for scanning. Also, press for time entries and direct channel access with MANUAL key.
  • Page 8 10. WX/ALERT Key Selects Weather Mode. Also Selects Weather Alert ON/OFF in WX Scan mode and WX Hold Mode and S.A.M.E.mode. 11. ALARM Key Turns on the Tone Alarm. Turns the Radio Alarm ON/OFF by pressing the key more than 2 seconds. 12.
  • Page 9 23. ALARM Appears when Alarm function is active. Flashes in the snooze function mode. 24. BANK Appears when in Scan mode, Manual mode and Weather mode. 25. 1-5 In Scan Mode, displays the bank being scanned. In Manual Mode, displays the bank number associated with the channel.

  • Page 10: Scanning Overview

    40. AM,FM Appears when receiving band is AM or FM in Radio mode. 41. P Appears next to the channel that has been assigned as the current priority channel. 42. Channel Represents the current channel 1 through 100. 43. Frequency/Time 7-digit display that shows the current frequency and time. Last digit shows A for a.m.

  • Page 11: Clock Set-Up

    CLOCK SET-UP Initial Clock Set-up You may bypass the steps to set the clock. The scanner will function as normal, but the clock and alarm features will not function. 1. When power is initially applied, the display flashes I2:00 P press and hold the TIME SET key until you hear 2 short beeps.

  • Page 12: Using The Scanner

    USING THE SCANNER Set the Squelch 1. Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise to the highest setting. 2. Press SCANNER to turn on the scanner. 3. Adjust the VOLUME control until you can hear a steady noise. W E A T H E R A L E R T...
  • Page 13 4. To set the SQUELCH control to AUTO turn fully counterclockwise until control clicks into place. Or, manually set squelch as follows: Think of squelch as a gate. Turn SQUELCH fully counter clockwise. This raises the “Squelch Gate” so high that only very strong signals can get through. Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise until you hear a hiss.

  • Page 14: Programming Tips For Scanner

    5. The scanner automatically starts scanning. But if you have not programmed any channels yet, press WX to hear your local weather broadcast. 6. Adjust VOLUME to a comfortable listening level. Programming Tips for scanner Program one frequency per channel. Channel 1 is the location of the default priority channel.

  • Page 15: Programming Scanner Frequencies

    Programming Scanner Frequencies Before you can use your BC278CLT scanner, you must program the channels (except weather and service frequencies). Follow these steps: Example: Program 420.150 MHz into Channel 12. 1. Press MANUAL to stop scanning. 2. To select the channel (12), press 1, then 2 on the numeric keypad.

  • Page 16: Deleting A Scanner Frequency

    4. Press E to complete the entry. The channel . digits stop flashing. Deleting a Scanner Frequency If you want to delete a stored frequency, follow these steps: Example: Delete the frequency in Channel 12. 1. Press MANUAL to stop scanning. 2.

  • Page 17: About Memory Back-Up

    The following screen appears. About Memory Back-up Your BC278CLT has a convenient memory back-up system. In the event of a power failure, the scanner will retain channel information for an indefinite amount of time. Channel information is stored in non-volatile memory. Scanning Mode Press SCAN.

  • Page 18: Manual Mode

    To restore the bank number, press the number on the keypad. The bank number appears in the display. The bank number associated with channel currently being monitored flashes. Manual Mode Press MANUAL any time to stop scanning. The scanner remains on the displayed channel. Press MANUAL to step up to the next channel.

  • Page 19: Direct Channel Access

    Direct Channel Access This feature allows you to instantly access a specific channel you want to monitor. Example: Select Channel 4. 1. Press MANUAL to exit scan mode. 2. Press 4. When you press 4, the display changes to 4, but the scanner still monitors the previous channel.
  • Page 20 To Set the Priority Channel Your BC278CLT has one default Priority Channel per bank. Each priority channel is set at the first channel in the bank. To change the priority channel, determine the frequency most important to you and program it into the desired channel location. Example: To set Channel 5 as the priority channel.

  • Page 21: Channel Lockout

    Channel Lockout You can lock out a channel so it is not scanned. Channel Lockout does not erase the frequency from the channel. You can lock out up to 100 channels, including the Priority channel. Lockout information is retained in the memory when the scanner is turned off. To Lock out a Channel Example: Suppose you want to lock out Channel 2 because it stops on transmissions you don't want to hear.

  • Page 22: Restore All Locked Out Channel

    2. Press LOCKOUT again to unlock the displayed channel. L/O no longer appears in the display. Restore All Locked Out Channels To unlock all channels, you must be in the Manual Mode. 1. Press MANUAL. 2. Press and hold LOCKOUT to unlock all channels.
  • Page 23 To Set Delay in Scan Mode 1. Press SCAN. 2. When your scanner stops on a channel, press DELAY. DLY appears in the display and scanning resume 2 seconds after the transmission ends. To Set Delay in Manual Mode 1. Press MANUAL. 2.

  • Page 24: Searching

    Searching The BC278CLT can search a specific frequency range to find frequencies. To use the search function, set a search range first. To set the frequency range You can set the frequency range in Manual mode, Service Scan mode, WX mode, and Search Mode. When you wish to set the frequency range for the first time, you cannot enter Search mode.
  • Page 25 Search Hold mode 1. Press HOLD or LIMIT at any time to stop the search. 2. Press HOLD to move to the next higher frequency, or press LIMIT to move down to the previous frequency. 3. Press SEARCH to resume searching Storing Search Frequencies You can quickly store any frequencies you find during search.

  • Page 26: Service Scan

    Search Skip A scanner normally stops on any transmission it receives. You can set unwanted data signals or transmissions to skip during search (up to 10 frequencies). Press LOCKOUT when the search stops on an unwanted frequency. To cancel this function, press HOLD to hold the search and select the frequency by using HOLD or LIMIT, then press LOCKOUT.
  • Page 27 Press WX/ALERT to find the active weather channel in your area. WX icon appears in the display. It is possible that your area is covered by more than one weather station. All weather channels transmit continuous broadcasts. Once the Weather Scan stops on a transmission, it remains on that channel. Weather Scan does not resume automatically.

  • Page 28: Weather Alert With S.a.m.e

    Weather Alert with S.A.M.E. In Weather Alert with S.A.M.E. mode, your scanner functions as a severe weather warning radio. This is especially useful when your area is expecting severe weather conditions late at night. When you set the scanner to Weather Alert mode, it emits a loud siren whenever your local NOAA weather station broadcasts a severe weather emergency tone.

  • Page 29: About S.a.m.e

    About S.A.M.E. Specific Area Message Encoding (S.A.M.E.) are NOAA's coded emergency weather signals that identify a specific geographic area affected by an emergency. The BC278CLT receives the emergency weather alert broadcasts that notify you of weather warnings, watches and statements. When you receive S.A.M.E. for your area, your scanner beeps and the display shows as follows.

  • Page 30: Additional Features

    ADDITIONAL FEATURES LCD Backlight The LCD backlight comes on when the power is applied. In Scan mode, Manual mode, and Weather mode, the backlight stays on bright continuously. In the other modes, the backlight stays bright for ten seconds and then switches to dim. Press any key and the display switches back to bright for ten seconds.
  • Page 31 3. Press to set the desired frequency. The channel number flashes. Continue to press to step through the frequencies in 100kHz steps. Or, press and hold to step through the frequencies more quickly until 92.5000MHz appears in the display. 4. Press E to complete the entry. The channel digits stop flashing.

  • Page 32: Deleting A Stored Radio Frequency

    Deleting a Stored Radio Frequency If you want to delete a stored frequency, follow these steps: Example: Delete the frequency in Channel 9. 1. Press RADIO AM/FM to enter into the Radio mode. 2. To select the channel (9), press 9 on the numeric keypad.

  • Page 33: Resest The Clock Time

    Reset the Clock Time 1. To reset the clock time, simply press and hold the TIME SET key. The display digits flash. 2. Enter the time directly by pressing the numeric keys. Enter the time by pressing the keys. 3. Press AM/PM to select the desired setting either a.m.

  • Page 34: Set The Alarm Time

    Set the Alarm Time There are two types of alarm sounds with this scanner, Tone Alarm and Radio Alarm. Alarm time is set in the same manner for both types of alarm. 1. After the clock time has been entered, press and hold ALARM SET until the time indicated and ALARM indicator flashes in the display.

  • Page 35: Set Alarm To Tone Mode

    4. Press E to complete the entry. 5. ALARM indicator and time stop flashing, but remain on. 6. The alarm time remains in the display for five seconds, then returns to current time. Set Alarm to Tone Mode Press ALARM to turn on the alarm function.

  • Page 36: Turn The Alarm Off

    Turn the Alarm Off Press ALARM to deactivate the alarm function. When the alarm is off, the ALARM indicator and current alarm time are no longer displayed. Only the current time displays. If you would like to listen to the scanner while waking up, turn the scanner on.

  • Page 37: Set Alarm To Radio Mode

    Set Alarm to Radio Mode Before you set the Radio Alarm, make sure an AM or FM channel has been selected and the VOLUME control is set to the desired level. You must be in Clock mode(scanner off) to be woken up by the radio alarm. 1.

  • Page 38: About The Unit

    Press SCAN to resume scanning. If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call the Uniden Customers Service Department at the number on Page 37.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING If your BC278CLT is not performing properly, try the following steps. Problem Scanner won’t power up. Poor reception. Scan won’t start. Solution Check the connections at both ends of the AC Adapter. Turn on the wall switch of your room. You could be using an outlet controlled by the wall switch.
  • Page 40 If you need any assistance with this product, please call our Customer Hotline at: 1-800-297-1023 PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE PLACE OF PURCHASE. Our Uniden representatives will be happy to help you with any matters regarding the operation of this unit, available accessories, or any other related matters. Solution Adjust squelch to the threshold (Page 9).

  • Page 41: Technical Specifications

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Sub-part C as of date of manufacture. Band Coverage: Coverage: Scanner Radio Weather Service Channel 162.400/162.425/162.450/162.475/162.500/ Sensitivity (nominal) 12dB SINAD: Channels: Scan Rate: Search Rate: Audio Output (nominal): Power Requirements: Antenna: External Jacks:...

  • Page 43: One-Year Extended 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. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect one year after the date of original retail sale.

  • Page 44: Thank You

    F O R P U R C H A S I N G T H I S U N I D E N P R O D U C T ! © 1999 Uniden America Corporation All rights reserved • Printed in Philippines Covered under one or more of the following U.S.

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