Uniden BC45XLT Operating Manual

Uniden BC45XLT Operating Manual

Programmable hand-held scanner

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BC45XLT
Programmable
Hand-Held
Scanner
Operating Guide
UBZZ01313ZZ

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  • Page 1 BC45XLT Programmable Hand-Held Scanner Operating Guide UBZZ01313ZZ...
  • Page 2: Function Keys

    Function Keys 1. Scan Mode 2. Manual Mode 3. Search 4. Search Hold 5. Lock/Light 6. Select 7. Weather 8. Display 9. Numeric Keypad 10. Enter 11. Squelch 12. Priority 13. Lockout/Skip 14. Speaker...
  • Page 3: Controls And Indicators

    Controls and Indicators 15. Phone Jack 16. On/Off Volume Control 17. Chain Search Indicator 18. Frequency Display 19. Squelch Indicator 20. Keypad Lock Indicator 21. Low Battery Indicator 22. Priority Channel Indicator 23. Channel Indicator 24. Function Indicators 18 19 20 21...
  • Page 4 CAUTION! 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. IMPORTANT!
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Introduction ......... .2 What is Scanning? .
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction The BC45XLT Scanner is a sophisticated information radio that allows you to monitor 10 different frequency bands and the NOAA weather information broadcasts. It is a state-of-the-art radio with scanning capabilities, and it can save up to 20 different frequencies in memory.
  • Page 7: 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 •...
  • Page 8: Feature Highlights

    Feature Highlights • 20 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 continuous from 29 MHz to 512 MHz.) •...
  • Page 9: Where To Obtain More Information

    You may also contact the Uniden Parts Dept. (800) 554-3988 (Hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time Monday through Friday) or visit our website at: www.uniden.com...
  • Page 10: 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 Parts Dept. at: (800) 554-3988, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Central Time Monday through Friday. • Rubber Antenna (AT410) •...
  • Page 11: 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.) •...
  • Page 12: Low Battery Indication

    3. Replace cover and press down until it clicks into place. Warning: Be sure to install four batteries of the same type. Low Battery Indication When the batteries are low, the battery icon appears in the display. Also an audible alert tone sounds every 15 seconds.
  • Page 13: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation Note: You can fold out the Front Cover to see the Controls and Indicators while reading this Guide. Turn the Scanner On Turn the VOLUME control clockwise out of the detent position. Adjust for a comfortable listening level. The scanner automatically starts scanning.
  • Page 14: Programming

    Before the BC45XLT can receive radio broadcasts, you must program a frequency into at least one channel. Before scanning, repeat this procedure for each channel you program. 1. Select frequencies from your starter guide. 2. Press 3. Select a channel.
  • Page 15: Duplicate Frequency Alert

    Duplicate Frequency Alert If you enter a frequency stored in another channel, you hear a beep and another channel appears in the display. Press to start again. – OR – Press again to store the frequency in both channels. Programming Tips •...
  • Page 16: Scanning

    Scanning When you turn on the power, the BC45XLT automatically starts in the Scan mode. During normal scanning the scanner skips unprogrammed or SCAN locked out channels. 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 CHANNELS Frequency Frequency not Locked Out...
  • 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 1. Press 2. Select a channel. a. Enter the channel number. b.
  • 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 prevent the channel from being in the scanning sequence. 1. Wait until the scanner stops at the channel.
  • Page 19: Restore A Locked Out Channel

    Restore a Locked Out Channel 1. Press 2. Select a locked out channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press – OR – Press , , or repeatedly until the channel number appears in the display. 3. Press to unlock the channel. Restore All Locked-out Channels 1.
  • Page 20: 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 21: Changing The Priority Channel

    Changing the Priority Channel You cannot eliminate the Priority Channel, but you can change it to any other of the 20 available channels. 1. Press 2. Select a new Priority Channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press – OR – Press , , or repeatedly until the channel...
  • Page 22: Chain Search

    29 and 512 MHz, as long as they are within the 10 frequencies bands covered by the BC45XLT. See the table on page 3, the Technical Specifications on page 28, or the table on the back of the BC45XLT.
  • Page 23 Note: The display alternates between the upper and lower ranges. 3. Enter upper limit of the search band. a. Enter the frequency number. b. Then press Note: The display alternates between the upper and lower ranges. If you program the wrong limit, then “Error”...
  • Page 24: Chain Search On/Off

    Chain Search ON/OFF 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 is not scanned during your search.
  • Page 25: 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 the frequency from the search range. Note: You can program 10 skip frequencies.
  • Page 26: Storing Search Frequencies

    Storing Search Frequencies You can quickly store any frequency you find during Search. Caution: You must determine the channel in which you will store the frequency before entering the search mode. Otherwise, you may erase a stored frequency that you want to keep. 1.
  • Page 27 6. 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. Note: Remember that there are only 20 channels available to store frequencies, whether you program them directly or while using the Chain Search mode.
  • Page 28: Weather Scan

    Your BC45XLT is designed to scan 7 programmed 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 20 channels since weather channels transmit continuously. The scanner will remain on the weather channel, disrupting the scanning cycle.
  • Page 29: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Maintenance General Use • Turn the scanner off before 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 000.0000 in all channels when there has been a memory loss.
  • Page 30: 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 31: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting If your BC45XLT is not performing properly, try the following steps. Problem Scanner won’t work. Improper reception. Scan won’t stop. Scan won’t start. Weather Scan won’t work. If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Customer Service.
  • Page 32: Specifications

    Specifications Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15, Subpart C, as of date of manufacture. Channels: Search Bands: Frequency Range: 29.0 – 29.7 MHz 10 Meter Amateur Band Operating Temperature: Scan Rate: Search Rate: Scan Delay: Audio Output: Power Requirements: Antenna:...
  • Page 33: Accessories And Replacement Parts

    Accessories and Replacement Parts • Rubber Antenna (AT410) • Monaural Earphone 64 (EP009) • BC45XLT Operating Guide • Betty Bearcat Starter (OMBC45XLT) Frequency Guide...
  • Page 34: One Year Limited Warranty

    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 owners manual for this product.
  • Page 35 Covered under one or more of the following U.S. patents: 4,398,304 4,521,915 4,888,815 5,199,109 5,448,256 5,530,296 5,577,076 5,710,992 and other patents pending. © 2000 Uniden America Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Philippines 4,409,688 4,455,679 4,597,104 4,627,100 4,932,074 4,947,456 5,408,692...

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