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- Page 1 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 1 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM OWNER’S MANUAL OWNER’S MANUAL SC230 SC230 OWNER’S OWNER’S MANUAL MANUAL...
- Page 2 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 2 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Precautions Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following. IMPORTANT! This scanning radio has been manufactured so that it will not tune to the radio frequencies assigned by the FCC for cellular telephone usage.
- Page 3 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 3 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM WARNING! Uniden does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. ®...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 4 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Contents Contents The FCC Wants You to Know ... 7 Scanning Legally ... 7 Introduction... 9 Feature Highlights ... 11 About This Manual... 14 How the Scanner’s Controls Are Represented in This Manual ... 15 Entering Text ... - Page 5 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 5 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Adjusting the Key Beep ... 40 Locking/Unlocking the Keypad ... 40 Turning Power Save On or Off ... 40 Priority Scan ... 40 Using the Backlight ... 41 Initializing the Scanner’s Memory ... 41 Using the PC Control and Cloning Options ...
- Page 6 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 6 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Searching and Storing ...67 Service Search ...67 Quick Search ... 68 CTCSS/DCS Search ...68 Custom Search ...68 Editing a Custom Search Range ... 69 Auto Search and Store ... 70 Selecting a System ...70...
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Page 7: Contents The Fcc Wants You To Know
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 7 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM The FCC Wants You to Know Know The FCC Wants You to This scanner has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a scanning receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 8: The Fcc Wants You To Know
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 8 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM According to the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), you are subject to fines and possible imprisonment for intentionally listening to, using, or divulging the contents of such a conversation unless you have the consent of a party to the conversation (unless such activity is otherwise illegal). -
Page 9: Introduction
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 9 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Introduction Introduction Your SC230 scanner is a state-of-the-art scanner radio with automatic scanning capabilities. You can store fre- quencies such as racing, police, fire/emergency, marine, air, and other communications into the scanner. You can carry it with you wherever you go, use it at home as a base unit, or install it in your vehicle as a mobile unit. - Page 10 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 10 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Frequency Step Mode Transmission Range (kHz) (MHz) 29.7-49.990 50.0-54.0 108.0- 136.9750 137.0- 12.5 143.9875 144.0- 147.995 148.0- 12.5 150.7875 150.800- 161.995 162.0-174.0 12.5 216.0- 224.9800 400.0- 12.5 405.9875 406.0- 12.5...
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Page 11: Feature Highlights
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 11 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Feature Highlights Feature Highlights General Close Call RF Capture Technology - you can set the scanner so it detects and provides information about nearby radio transmissions. See “Using the Close Call Feature”... - Page 12 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 12 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM CTCSS and DCS Squelch Modes – prevent interference from stations not using the mode you select. Dropout Delay – You can set whether the scanner pauses at the end of a transmission to wait for a reply.
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Page 13: Auto Store
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 13 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Memory Backup – If power is lost or disconnected, the scanner retains the frequencies you programmed in its memory. 22 Bands – Includes 22 bands, with Aircraft and 800 MHz. -
Page 14: About This Manual
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 14 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Backlight and Power LCD Back Light – Makes the display easy to see in dim light. You can adjust the back light so it turns on when you press a key, when squelch breaks during a transmission, or manually. -
Page 15: How The Scanner's Controls Are Represented In This Manual
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 15 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM How the Scanner’s Controls Are Represented in This Manual To help navigate the scanner’s menus, the steps shown in this manual show the displays you see and the keys you press or control you operate to get a desired result. -
Page 16: Understanding Scanning
What is Searching? The SC230 can search each of its 22 bands and up to 10 banks together to find active frequencies. This is different from scanning because you are searching for frequencies that have not been programmed into the scanner. -
Page 17: What Is Ctcss/Dcs
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 17 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM lower and upper limits you specify. When the scanner finds an active frequency, it stops on that frequency as long as the transmission lasts. If you think the frequency is interesting, you can program it into the scanner’s... - Page 18 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 18 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM You can search for the following CTCSS frequencies and DCS codes. CTCSS Frequencies (Hz) 67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5...
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Page 19: Using The Scanner At The Racetrack
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 19 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Using the Scanner at the Racetrack Keeping up with the action at the racetrack is easy and fun. You can hear drivers communicating with their pit crews, officials communicating with drivers and crews, and track workers communicating with everybody. -
Page 20: Where To Get More Information
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 20 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM When you want to store a conventional system, all you need to know is the frequencies they operate on. When you are scanning a conventional system, the scanner stops very briefly on each channel to see if there is activity. -
Page 21: Information On The Internet
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 21 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Information On The Internet The Internet is a great source for current frequencies and information about scanning. Many web sites have lists of frequencies for your area. You can use a search engine to find and use them. -
Page 22: Included With Your Scanner
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 22 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM 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. -
Page 23: Setting Up Your Scanner
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 23 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Setting Up Your Scanner These guidelines will help you install and set up your new scanner: • If your scanner receives interference or electrical noise, move the scanner or its antenna away from the source. - Page 24 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 24 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Before installing batteries, set the switch in the battery compartment to match the type of batteries you will use. Select REG. ALK. BATT. for non-rechargeable battery types and NI-MH. BATT. for rechargeable battery types.
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Page 25: Using Rechargeable Batteries
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 25 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM 3. Replace the cover. When flashes and the scanner beeps every 15 seconds, replace both batteries. Using Rechargeable Batteries You can also use two rechargeable batteries to power your scanner. Before you use rechargeable batteries, you must charge them. -
Page 26: Using Ac Power
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 26 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Before you use rechargeable batteries for the first time, charge them for 14 hours to bring them to a full charge. Discharged batteries take about 14 hours to fully recharge. -
Page 27: Connecting An Earphone/Headphone
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 27 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Connecting an Earphone/Headphone For private listening, you can plug a mini-plug earphone or headphones (not supplied) into the headphone jack on top of your scanner. This automatically disconnects the internal speaker. -
Page 28: Attaching The Wrist Strap
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 28 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Attaching the Wrist Strap To keep your scanner safely close at hand, use the supplied wrist strap. Push the small loop on one end of the wrist strap through the lug on the right side of the scanner, then thread the other end of the wrist strap back through the small loop to secure it. -
Page 29: A Look At The Keypad
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 29 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM A Look At The Keypad Your scanner's keys have various functions labeled on the key tops and below the keys. To select the function labeled on a key, simply press the key. To select the function labeled below a key, hold down side of the scanner then press the key. - Page 30 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 30 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Key Name Description L/O – Lets you lock out a selected channel or skip a specified frequency. + L/O – Press quickly to lock Func and unlock a selected system in...
- Page 31 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 31 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Key Name Description 2/Wx 2 – Enters a 2. + WX – Selects the weather Func function in the menu in the Hold mode. 4 – Enters a 4.
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Page 32: A Look At The Display
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 32 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM A Look At The Display The display has indicators that show the scanner's current operating status. The display information helps you understand how your scanner operates. The dark area shown above the icons in this illustration is the text display area. -
Page 33: Using Menu
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 33 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Using Menu Menu Press on the left side of the scanner to enter the Menu menu. See “Using the Menu” on Page 44 for more information about the scanner’s menu options. -
Page 34: Basic Operation
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 34 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Basic Operation Turning On the Scanner and Basic Operation Setting the Squelch Note: Make sure the scanner's antenna is connected before you turn it on. 1. Turn Sql fully counterclockwise. -
Page 35: Scanning Preprogrammed Races
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 35 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Scanning Preprogrammed Races Before You Get To The Track Each driver’s team has several different frequencies they can use during a race. These frequencies can change depending on local interference sources or other frequency issues. -
Page 36: Selecting Systems To Scan
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 36 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Selecting Interference Eliminator Codes Many drivers use special codes in their radios to prevent interference from other nearby radio systems. These codes are commonly referred to as CTCSS, DCS, or subaudible tones. -
Page 37: Selecting System Channel Groups
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 37 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Selecting System Channel Groups Within a system, you can assign groups of channels to a group quick key (see “Setting the Group Quick Key” on Page 59). Follow these steps to activate or deactivate a channel group within a system while scanning. -
Page 38: Temporarily Holding On A System
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 38 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM 3. Rotate the scroll control to select the channel you want to lock or unlock. 4. Press L/O to lock or unlock the channel. You can also lock out an active channel by pressing L/O while the scanner is stopped on the channel. -
Page 39: Quickly Recalling Channels
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 39 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Quickly Recalling Channels 1. Press Hold to hold on any channel. 2. Press + Rcl. The scanner prompts you to select Func the system where the channel is stored. -
Page 40: Other Settings
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 40 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Other Settings Other Settings Displaying System Information Viewing Memory Used See Scanner Info Menu % Memory Used A bar showing the percent of memory used appears. Press any key to return to the previous menu. -
Page 41: Using The Backlight
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 41 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM • Priority Off: Normal scanning • Priority On: While scanning, the scanner interrupts every 2 seconds and checks the priority channels in each unlocked system. Priority channels in lower priority key numbered systems (starting from 1) have highest priority. -
Page 42: Using The Pc Control And Cloning Options
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 42 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Using the PC Control and Cloning Options Use the included connection cable to connect your scanner to another SC230 scanner or your personal computer. Xfer Information Menu • PC Control Lets you set the baud rate your scanner uses to communicate with a personal computer. -
Page 43: Cloning The Scanner
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 43 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Cloning the Scanner To clone (copy) data from one SC230 scanner to another SC230 scanner, you must first connect the scanners to each other using the included connection cables and a DB9 null modem adapter and DB9 gender changer (neither included), available at most computer stores. -
Page 44: Using The Menu
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 44 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Using the Menu Using the Menu The scanner’s menu lets you select options that let you set up and use the scanner. To use the menu, press on the left side of the Menu scanner. - Page 45 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 45 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Menu Item Lets You ... Set up priority options. -- M E N U -- Set Priority Set up weather -- M E N U -- options. WX Operation...
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Page 46: Programming Radio Systems
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 46 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Programming Radio Systems Programming Radio Systems Your SC230 comes preprogrammed with the major analog systems used in the 25 most populous counties in the US. However, to get the most enjoyment from your scanner (especially if you do not live near one of these counties), you must customize the programming for your area. -
Page 47: Quickly Programming Racing Systems
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 47 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Quickly Programming Racing Systems You can use the menu system to program a racing system (see “Manually Programming Racing Systems” on Page 49). Or you can follow the onscreen prompts as described in this section to quickly program your scanner. - Page 48 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 48 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM 8. Set the attenuator (turn Set Attenuator it on to eliminate interference from other sources), then press E 9. Set the channel priority Set Priority (turn it on if you want...
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Page 49: Manually Programming Racing Systems
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 49 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Manually Programming Racing Systems Program SysteM Menu New System Racing Confirm? The scanner creates an empty conventional system, with a default name of System nnn add new systems. R indicates that this is a racing system. -
Page 50: Entering/Editing A Car Number
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 50 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Entering/Editing a Car Number Program SysteM Menu Select the system Edit Car Select the car Edit Car No 1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first digit, then press 0-9 to enter the correct digit. -
Page 51: Setting A Car's Quick Key
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 51 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Setting a Car’s Quick Key Program SysteM Menu Select the system Edit Car Select the car Set Quick Key After selecting this option, press 0-9 or rotate the scroll control to assign the car to a quick key or press No to assign the car to no quick key, then press E. -
Page 52: Setting Lockout On A Car
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 52 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Setting Lockout On A Car Program SysteM Menu Select the system Edit Car Select the car Set Lockout This setting determines whether the scanner will scan this car when it is enabled. Select your setting, then press E. -
Page 53: Entering/Editing Conventional Channel Groups
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 53 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Entering/Editing Conventional Channel Groups To enter channels in a conventional system, first set up a channel group (or groups) to hold the channels. Then, enter the channel and channel parameters in the group(s). - Page 54 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 54 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM To program another channel within the same group, press , then repeat the above. Menu To create another channel group and enter more channels, press four times, then proceed from “Set- Menu ting Up a Channel Group”...
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Page 55: Programming/Editing Optional Settings
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 55 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Programming/Editing Optional Settings Programming/Editing Optional Settings This section details the instructions for each of the optional programming steps referred to in “Programming Radio Systems” on Page 46. Use the instructions in the appropriate section to enter or edit a setting. -
Page 56: Setting System Lockout
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 56 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM After selecting this option, press 1-9 to assign the system to a quick key or press No to assign the system to no quick key, then press E. Hints: •... -
Page 57: Setting The Channel Delay Time
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 57 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Notes: • If you select 0, the scanner stays on the system for a minimal time (only long enough to check current system activity). • The default setting is 2 seconds for each system. -
Page 58: Deleting Systems
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 58 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Notes: • This setting is ignored for AM channels. • The default setting for this feature is On. Deleting Systems program system Menu Select the system Delete System The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm, press E. -
Page 59: Setting The Group Quick Key
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 59 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Select the group Edit Name Follow these steps to enter/edit the group name. 1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter. 2. Press and hold down Func control once to select the next letter. -
Page 60: Setting Group Lockout
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 60 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Setting Group Lockout program system Menu Select the system Edit Group Select the group Set Lockout This setting determines whether the scanner will scan this group when it is enabled. Select your setting, then press E. -
Page 61: Setting Channel Priority
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 61 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Select the channel Edit Name Follow these steps to enter/edit the channel name. 1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter. 2. Press and hold down Func control once to select the next letter. -
Page 62: Setting Channel Alert
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 62 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM On - when you turn on the Priority feature, the channel will be scanned every 2 seconds. P appears at the end of the default name. Off - the channel will not be treated with priority. -
Page 63: Setting Channel Modulation
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 63 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Search - the scanner searches for and displays any CTCSS or DCS tone that accompanies the transmission. CTCSS - the scanner only opens squelch if the CTCSS tone you select is also present with the signal. The scanner then prompts you to enter or scroll to the desired tone. -
Page 64: Setting Channel Attenuation
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 64 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM NFM - the scanner uses narrowband FM for the frequency. Note: The default setting is AUTO. Setting Channel Attenuation program system Menu Select the system Edit Group Select the group... -
Page 65: Setting Channel Lockout
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 65 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM 5.0 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 10.0 kHz, 12.5 kHz, 15.0 kHz, 20.0 kHz, 25.0 kHz, 50.0 kHz, 100.0 kHz - The scanner uses the selected step. Note: The scanner defaults to Auto. -
Page 66: Copying/Pasting Channels
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 66 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm, press E. To cancel, press No. Note: Deleted channels cannot be restored. You must re-enter them. Copying/Pasting Channels To copy a channel including all settings:... -
Page 67: Searching And Storing
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 67 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Searching and Storing Searching and Storing Service Search Service Search lets you quickly select and search the scanner’s preprogrammed search ranges. During service search, the scanner searches starting with the lowest frequency in the search range you select to the highest frequency in the range. -
Page 68: Quick Search
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 68 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM • If the service you select uses channels (such as CB radio or marine), the scanner displays the service channel number. Quick Search Quick Search lets you search from the currently-tuned frequency. -
Page 69: Editing A Custom Search Range
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 69 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Notes: • Search ranges are preset. See “Editing a Custom Search Range” on Page 69 to change the range. • You cannot turn off all custom search ranges. 1. Press... -
Page 70: Auto Search And Store
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 70 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM and Srch, then No. One of the search feature options appear. 2. Turn the scroll control until EDIT CUSTOM appears, then press E to select it. 3. Turn the scroll control until the name of the custom search range you want to edit appears, then press E to select it. -
Page 71: Storing A System
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 71 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM 2. Turn the scroll control until Search and Store appears, then press E to select it. 3. Turn the scroll control until the system where you want to store the frequencies appears, then press E to select it. -
Page 72: Using The Close Call Feature
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 72 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Using the Close Call Feature Using the Close Call Feature Your scanner's Close Call feature lets you set the scanner so it detects, displays the frequency of, and lets you hear a nearby strong radio transmission. -
Page 73: Setting Close Call Options
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 73 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Setting Close Call Options 1. Press then turn the scroll control until Close Call Menu appears. Then press E. Close Call feature options appear. 2. Turn the scroll control to select an option. -
Page 74: Close Call Hits
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 74 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM If this option is turned on, the scanner overrides the current channel and goes to the Close Call hit. The scanner displays CC Found! Press Any Key. When you press a key, the frequency is displayed. -
Page 75: Search And Close Call Options
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 75 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Search and Close Call Options Search and Close Call Options The settings in this section affect custom searches, service searches, and Close Call operation. Managing Locked-Out Frequencies While searching or during Close Call operation, if you press L/O while the scanner is stopped on a frequency, that frequency is locked out of these modes. -
Page 76: Screening Out Paging Systems
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 76 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Note: This feature does not operate when the scanner is in AM modulation mode. Screening Out Paging Systems Srch/CloCall Opt Menu Pager Screen This setting determines whether the scanner... -
Page 77: Setting The Maximum Auto Store Value
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 77 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM On The scanner automatically applies repeater reverse to detected transmissions. If the scanner detects the transmission on the output frequency, it beeps, REPEATER FIND appears, and it remains on the output frequency until transmissions end. -
Page 78: Setting Attenuation
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 78 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Setting Attenuation Srch/CloCall Opt Menu Set Attenuator This setting controls the attenuator for quick search and Close Call operation. Select your setting, then press E. Off The attenuator is off. -
Page 79: Setting The Search Frequency Step
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 79 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM The scanner resumes immediately when the transmission ends. 1-5 sec The scanner waits the set amount of time after the transmission ends before resuming. Note: The default setting is 2 seconds. -
Page 80: Using Weather Alert (Same)
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 80 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Using Weather Alert (SAME) Using Weather Alert (SAME) Your scanner has been primarily designed to be a radio scanner. While it incorporates weather alert as one of its features, we strongly recommend that you not use the scanner as your sole means for receiving emergency alerts. -
Page 81: Programming A Same Group
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 81 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM This setting determines which types of signals will trigger an alert. Select your setting, then press E. Alert Only - the scanner alerts when it detects the 1050 Hz tone that accompanies all weather alerts. -
Page 82: Setting Wx Alert Priority
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 82 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM For example, Tarrant County in Texas is assigned to FIPS code 048439. 0 indicates the entire county 48 indicates the state of Texas 439 indicates Tarrant County To get the FIPS code for your county, visit the National Weather Service web site at http://www.nws.noaa.gov... -
Page 83: Care And Maintenance
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 83 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Care and Maintenance Care and Maintenance General Use • Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power. • Always write down the programmed frequencies in the event of memory loss. - Page 84 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 84 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Repairs Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no user 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 might be receiving a birdie.
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Page 85: Troubleshooting
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 85 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Troubleshooting Troubleshooting If your SC230 is not performing properly, try these steps. Problem Possible Cause The scanner scanner might not be doesn’t receiving any work. power. Improper The antenna reception. - Page 86 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 86 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Scan won’t You must press start. Scan to scan. The squelch might need to be adjusted. One or more channels might be locked out. The antenna might need to be adjusted.
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Page 87: Specifications
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 87 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Specifications Specifications Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15, Subpart C, as of date of manufacture. Dynamic Allocation Capacity (with Name Assigned To Each System, Group, and Channel): Systems: ... -
Page 88: Specifications
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 88 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Operating Temperature: Normal ... –20°C to +60°C Close Call ... –10°C to +60°C Scan Rate: ...100 channels per second Search Rate: ... 300 steps per second (5 kHz step only) Scan Delay: ...0-5 seconds... -
Page 89: Optional Accessories
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 89 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Optional Accessories Optional Accessories Contact your local Uniden Dealer or call the Uniden Parts Center at: (800) 554-3988, 8:00AM to 5:00PM EST, Monday through Friday, for information about ordering these optional accessories. -
Page 90: Planning
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 90 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Planning Planning Collecting Information Getting your scanner programmed and scanning takes a few steps. This help guides you through these steps that will make it easier for you to start scanning. - Page 91 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 91 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM • Before you start to program your scanner, decide how you want to organize the frequencies you want to scan. For example, some areas are best organized by geographic location (east, north, south, west, central, etc), while others are best organized by agency (police, sheriff, ambulance, fire, etc.).
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Page 92: Filling Out The Racing System Worksheet
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 92 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Filling Out The Racing System Worksheet Race Name Fill in the name of the race you want to scan. For example, you can enter "Daytona 500" here. Car #/Driver-Frequency-Priority-CTCSS/DCS... -
Page 93: Racing System Worksheet
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 93 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Racing System Worksheet Ra cing Syste m W orkshe e t Race Nam e Car #/Driver Frequency Priority CTCSS/DCS Planning... -
Page 94: Filling Out The Conventional System Worksheet
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 94 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Filling Out The Conventional System Worksheet System Name and Quick Key Fill in a name that describes the system you want to create. For example, you can enter "Dallas Police" or "Amateur Radio"... -
Page 95: Conventional System Worksheet
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 95 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Conventional System Worksheet Conve ntiona l Syste m W orkshe e t System Name System Quick Key Frequency Alpha Tag Group Name Group Quick Key Priority CTCSS/DCS Planning... -
Page 96: Preprogrammed Systems
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 96 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM Preprogrammed Systems Preprogrammed Sys- tems Your scanner is preprogrammed with frequencies used at races within the NASCAR Nextel, Busch, Craftsman, Indy, ARCA, and Champ racing series. One racing system and one conventional system are preprogrammed for each race. -
Page 97: One-Year Limited Warranty
SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 97 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM One-Year Limited Warranty ranty One-Year Limited War- Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one... - Page 98 SC230 Paper OM.fm Page 98 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 10:51 AM BURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR CON- SEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam- ages so the above limitation or exclusion might not apply to you.
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