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--~ I Table of Contents Introduction AboutScanning TakingProperCareofYourScanner Unpacking 2 3 3 Installation InstallingtheUBC144XLT 4 Operation ControlsandFunctions ScanningOverview Getting Started AdjustingtheSquelch Programming Tips Programming Frequencies AboutMemoryBack-up Scanning Direct Channel Access CheckingtheProgrammedFrequency WeatherChannelScan Priority Scanning ChannelLockout 5 7 7 8 8 9 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 About the Unit HelpfulHints Troubleshooting TechnicalSpecifications Warranty 1
-- ---== Introduction About Scanning Scanning Options 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 Communication" below) do not transmit continuously. The UBC144XL T scans programmed channels at the rate of about 15 channels per second until it locates an active frequency.
--- ~ '== TakingProperCare of YourScanner 1+1 ~ ~ . . kitchen Do 'not use or bathroom. the scanner in high-moisture environments such as the I A void placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Unpacking Carefullycheckthecontentsagainstthislist: T Base Scanner . UBC144XL . . Telescopic Antenna ACAdaptor(ModelAC-l44U) . ThisOperating Guide I@f If any itemsaremissingor damaged,contactyourplaceof purchase immediately.
-- - ~~- --- Installation Installingthe 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 full height. For UHF frequencies, shortening the antenna may improve the reception. 4. Plug an optional external speaker C8-ohm)into the EXT.SP.jack.
- -=== ",- ~ Operaticn Controls and Functions I 5 1 e IDdI!n atKw:ot CHANNa 8 BAND SCANNING RADIO UBCI4<4XL T 6 LQQCCU1' WEIICII-IM 1 0 ~@@ @@@ (D@@ @OrE 3 '10 4 1 1. Numeric Keys 2. EnterKey CD Use to program a frequency into each channel for scanning. . Also, use for direct channel access with ~ Press CD to complete the programming of a frequency to the selected channel. 3. PRIORITY Key Press(PRiORITY)to turn Priority mode on or off.
-==== I~ 5. Channel Display Mode Display Current channel. Channel that was current before pressed. was Scan or Manual Weather Each numeric entry, decimal (-), and CD if entry error. Programming When (REVIEW) is pressed, displays programmed frequency, digit-by-digit. L Review Memory Loss P, when scanner stops on the PriorityChannel. Priority 6. WXKey 0iX) Press0iX) 7. SQUELCH Control Adjust SQUELCHto set the scan threshold. When you are to find the local weather channel.
-= ;:::::;;:: 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 frequency (channels that are locked out are skipped) at the rate of about 15 channels per second.
'= ,_."" j.. ~.~_N_' -=====: - ._-~ - - Adjusting the Squelch ~\ Open the squelch by turning SQUELCHclockwise to position 8 or 9. You should hear a steady sound (scanning stops). Now turn SQUELCHcounterclockwise slowly until the sound disappears. This is the threshold point at which scanning starts. At the squelch threshold, an incoming signal just slightly stronger than the noise will open the squelch. When squelch is open, you can hear the broadcast (scanning is stopped).
---= -~=-~ <::: Programming Frequencies Before you can use your UBC144XL Tt you must follow these steps to program the channels, except weather frequencies. Example: Program 420.150 MHz into Channel 12. Press Ci) G) CV CD0 OJ Q Ci) G) CV 1)CD0 QCD C. MANUAIJ to stop scanning. To select the channel (12), press CI), then (gJ numeric keypad. Thenpress ~ I again.
'= ~-..... -~=== ~ Scanning 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) any time to stop scanning. When you press ~, you are out of Scan mode, and the scanner remains on the displayed channel.
--- <::::::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 youentera frequencythatis notan exactstepwithintherange (e.g.,151.056beinsteadof 151.055),thenearestcorrec(frequ:fnCY automatically stored and displayed when you press REVIEW.
<:::::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 seconds, the scanner checks Channel 1 for activity. If a signal is present, Channel 1 will be monitored until the transmission ends, and a constant "P" appears on the channel display.
<::: ~'.'" -.i-,-, --= :r= Restoring a LockedOut Channel - To unlock a channel so that it can be monitored during scanning: Use 0ANUA0 to find the locked out channel. SCAN REVIE Press ~ to unlock the displayed channel. The LOCKOUT LED for the displayed channel turns off.
~..~"--' -===== ,-, ... About the Unit Helpful Hints GeneralUse Location . Turn the scanner off before . . . . . . Cleaning Repairs Birdies . . .. . 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. Always press each keypad button firmly until you hear the entry tone for that key entry.
-== --- -""~ <:'" Troubleshooti ng If yourUBC144XLT is notperfonningproperly,try thestepslistedbelow. Problem Scanner won't work Improper reception . . . . . . . . Scan won't stop. . Solution Check the connections at both ends of the AC Adaptor Turn on the wall switch of your room.
<::: Technical .specifications Band Coverage: 8 bands F'rfttuencyCoverage: 66.0-88.0MHz 137-144MHz 144-148MHz 148-174MHz VHFLowBand LandMobile 2 MeterAmateurBand VHFHighBand Above bands in 5 kHz steps 406-420 MHz Land Mobile 420-450 MHz 70cm Amateur Band 450-470 MHz UHF Standard Band 470-512 MHz Land Mobile Above bands in 12.5 kHz steps Sensitivity (nominal) 121dB SINAD: 0.5 f.1V 66-88 MHz 0.4 f.1V137-174 MHz 0.6 f.1V406-512 MHz Selectivity (nominal): -6 dB at 180kHz
~ ~ 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 (hereinafter referred to as the Product), to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations of exclusions set out below.
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