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Uniden UBC144XLT manual

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  • Page 1

    .--.- -, '= !--~, -= UBC144XLT 16-Channel Base Scanner ...,. OPERATING GUIDE - 1[...]

  • Page 2

    PRECA UTI 0 NS Before you read anything else, please observe the following: 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. Uniden- is a registered trademark of Uniden Corporation. . Bearca~ is a registered trademark of Uniden Corporation. ![...]

  • Page 3

    --- I ~ Table of Contents Introduction AboutScanning 2 TakingProperCareofYourScanner 3 Unpacking 3 Installation InstallingtheUBC144XLT 4 Operation ControlsandFunctions 5 ScanningOverview 7 Getting Started 7 AdjustingtheSquelch 8 Programming Tips 8 Programming Frequencies 9 AboutMemoryBack-up 9 Scanning 10 Direct Channel Access 10 CheckingtheProgram[...]

  • Page 4

    - --== -- Introduction About Scanning Scanning Options Types of Communication 2 r<: Scanning is easy and fun with the UBC144XL T 16-Channel Base Scanner. You can scan in 2 ways: . Scan channels you have programmed . Scan pre-programmed weather channels. Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most 2-way communications (see "Types of Commun[...]

  • Page 5

    ~ --- '== Taking Proper Care of Your Scanner 1+1 . Do 'not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such as the kitchen or bathroom. I ~ ~ . A void placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Unpacking Carefully checkthe contents againstthis list: . U BC144XL T Base Scanner . Telescopic Antenna . ACAdaptor([...]

  • Page 6

    ~~- -- - --- Installation Installing the UBC144XLT Antenna Jack AC 1aV Jack AC Plug / Telescopic Antenna AC Adaptor Model AC-144U 1. Insert the DC plug end of the AC Adaptor into the AC 10 V jack on the scanner. 2. Plug the AC Adaptor into any standard 240 VAC wall outlet. 3. Plug the Telescopic Antenna into the ANT~ jack. Extend the antenna to its[...]

  • Page 7

    ~ ",- -=== - Operatic n Controls and Functions I 5 IDdI!n atKw:ot 1 e CHANNa 8 BAND SCANNING RADIO UBCI4<4XL T 1 3 4 1. Numeric Keys 2. Enter Key CD 3. PRIORITY Key (PRiORITY) 4. LOCKOUT Key ~ 6 LQQCCU1' WEIICII-IM 0 ~@@ @@@ (D@@ @OrE '10 1 Use to program a frequency into each channel for scanning. Also, use for direct channel acc[...]

  • Page 8

    I~ 5. Channel Display 6. WX Key 0iX) 7. SQUELCH Control 8. VOLUME Control I Power Switch 9. REVIEW Key ( REVIEW) 10. MANUAL Key 0ANUAl) 11. SCAN Key GSCAN) 12. LOCKOUT LED 13. Weather LED 6 -==== -- Press 0iX) to find the local weather channel. Adjust SQUELCH to set the scan threshold. When you are monitoring a single channel in Manual mode, adjust[...]

  • Page 9

    ;:::::;;:: -= Scanning Overview The UBC144XLT has 16 memory channels, each of which can be programmed to store 1 frequency within the band of frequency coverage. (For a listing of frequency ranges and bands, see "Technical Specifications" on page 16.) When you press C. SCAN), each of the programmed frequencies is scanned for an active fre[...]

  • Page 10

    ,_."" j.. -=====: - - '= ~.~_N_' - ._-~ Adjusting the Squelch Open the squelch by turning SQUELCH clockwise to position 8 or 9. You should hear a steady sound (scanning stops). ~ Now turn SQUELCH counterclockwise slowly until the sound disappears. This is the threshold point at which scanning starts. At the squelch threshold, a[...]

  • Page 11

    -~=-~ <::: ---= Programming Frequencies Before you can use your UBC144XL Tt you must follow these steps to program the channels, except weather frequencies. Ci) G) CV CD0 OJ Q Ci) G) CV 1)CD0 QCD CD CD CD CD CD CD (Q)O Example: Program 420.150 MHz into Channel 12. Press C. MANUAIJ to stop scanning. To select the channel (12), press CI), then (gJ[...]

  • Page 12

    ~-..... -~=== '= Scanning SCAN ~ Turn on the power, or press C. SCAN) to start scanning. (When the scanner is turned on, it is automatically in Scan mode.) Scanning stops on any active channel automatically, except those channels programmed with ~ . Scanning resumes automatically 2 seconds after the channel becomes inactive. Press C. MANUAL) a[...]

  • Page 13

    <::::::c --- Checking the Programmed Frequency Press (REViEW) to check the frequency programmed in the display channel. Each digit of the frequency is displayed individually, and then the channel number returns. Repeat these steps to review additional frequencies in the other channels. Nbte . If you entera frequency that is not an exact step wit[...]

  • Page 14

    <:::::c ,--"" ; - .-- .... -- -=== Priority Scanning Your UBC144XL T has fixed Priority Channel, Channel I. Priority Scan works like a "dual watch" function. When you activate Priority Scan mode, the scanner starts "sampling," or keeping track of the activity on Channel 1 while listening to other channels. Every 2 s[...]

  • Page 15

    <::: ~'.'" -.i-,-, :r= Restoring a Locked Out Channel SCAN REVIE - --= To unlock a channel so that it can be monitored during scanning: Use 0ANUA0 to find the locked out channel. Press ~ to unlock the displayed channel. The LOCKOUT LED for the displayed channel turns off. I 13[...]

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    ~..~- "--' ,-, ... -===== About the Unit Helpful Hints General Use Location Cleaning Repairs Birdies 14 . Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power. . Always write down the programmed frequencies in the event of memory loss. . If memory is lost, simply reprogram each channel. The display shows IIL" when memory is lost. . Al[...]

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    <:'" -""~ -== --- Troubleshooti ng If your UBC144XL T is not perfonning properly, try the steps listedbelow. I If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional infonnation, or to return the unit for service, please call or write the Uniden Customer Service Division. The address and phone number are listed in t[...]

  • Page 18

    <::: Technical .specifications Band Coverage: F'rfttuency Coverage: Sensitivity (nominal) 121 dB SINAD: Selectivity (nominal): Channels : Scan ,Rate: Scan Delay: Audio Output (nominal): Power Requirements: Antenna: External Jacks: Size: Weight: 8 bands 66.0-88.0 MHz VHFLow Band 137-144 MHz Land Mobile 144-148 MHz 2 MeterAmateur Band 148-174[...]

  • Page 19

    ~ ~ Warranty Uniden UBC144XL T Scanning Receiver Australian 1 Year Warranty Note: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty. WARRANTOR: Vniden Australia Pty. Limited ACN 001 865 498 ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Vniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty, its UBC144XLT Scanning Receiver (hereinaft[...]

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    <:::: E -= unid~ne ~ @1994 Uniden Austrnlia Pty. Limited All rights reserved . UBZZO I 236AZ Printed in the Philippines =~[...]