Alan UBC92XLT SCANNER 200 Channels with Close Call TM RF Capture
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 2 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following. EARPHONE WARNING! Use only a genuine Uniden earphone. An incorrect earphone may be hazardous to your hearing. Turn down volume before connecting the earphone and then adjust volume to suit. 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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UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 4 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Contents Introduction ............................................................. 6 Feature Highlights................................................. 10 About This Manual ........................................... 11 Understanding Scanning ...................................... 12 What is Scanning? ........................................... 12 What is Searching?..........................................
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 5 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Using Keylock .................................................. 47 Using the Display Backlight ............................. 47 Troubleshooting .................................................... 48 Resetting the Scanner ..................................... 50 Care and Maintenance ......................................... 51 General Use ..................................................... 51 Location ............................
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 6 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Uniden UBC92XLT Handheld Scanner. The scanner is versatile, compact, and easy to use. In addition to its standard scanning features, your scanner also includes Close Call™ RF capture technology designed to help you detect and identify strong local radio signals in your area. You can program up to 200 frequencies into the scanner's memory. The scanner lets you scan transmissions.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 7 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM This table lists the frequency ranges, default frequency step, default mode (AM or FM), and type of transmissions you can hear for each range. BAND PLAN 1 Frequency Range (MHz) 25.0000 - 29.9950 30.0000 - 79.9875 80.0000 - 82.9900 83.0000 - 87.2625 108.0000 - 136.9875 108.0000 - 136.9916 138.0000 - 157.9875 Mode Step (kHz) Transmission FM FM FM FM AM FM 5 12.5 10 12.5 12.5 / 8.33 Selectable 12.5 158.0000 - 160.5900 160.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 8 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM BAND PLAN 2 RANGE (MHz) 25.0000 - 84.0100 84.0150 - 87.2550 108.0000 - 136.9875 108.0000 - 136.9916 137.0000 - 143.9950 MODE STEP (kHz) FM 5 FM 20 AM 12.5 / 8.33 Selectable FM 5 144.0000 - 145.9875 FM 12.5 146.0000 - 155.9900 156.0000 - 162.0250 FM FM 10 12.5 162.0300 - 173.9900 FM 406.0000 - 439.99375 FM 440.0000 - 449.99375 FM 10 6.25 6.25 450.0000 - 469.9900 FM 10 470.0000 - 512.0000 806.0000 - 960.0000 FM FM 6.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 9 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM BAND PLAN 3 RANGE (MHz) 25.0000 - 87.2650 108.0000 - 136.9875 108.0000 - 136.9916 138.0000 - 157.9950 MODE STEP (kHz) FM 5 AM 12.5 / 8.33 Selectable FM 5 158.0000 - 173.9950 FM 5 406.0000 - 439.99375 FM 440.0000 - 465.99375 FM 6.25 6.25 466.0000 - 469.99375 FM 6.25 470.0000 - 512.0000 FM 6.25 806.0000 - 960.0000 FM 12.5 Program/ Subject VHF LOW BAND AIRCRAFT 2M AMATEUR BAND 2M AMATEUR BAND VHF HIGH BAND Federal Gov.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 10 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Feature Highlights Close Call™ RF Capture Technology - you can set the scanner so it detects and provides information about nearby radio transmissions. See “Close Call™ RF Capture Technology” on Page 32 for more information. Chain Search - lets you enter personal search bands in 10 locations and search all locations in a chain of frequency bands.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 11 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM designed to help prevent antenna breakage. Or, you can connect an external antenna for better reception. Memory Backup - keeps the frequencies stored in memory for an extended time if the scanner loses power. Two Power Options - let you power the scanner using internal batteries or external AC power using the included AC adapter.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 12 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Understanding Scanning This section provides you with background on how scanning works. You don’t really need to know all of this to use your scanner, but some background knowledge will help you get the most from your UBC92XLT. What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most twoway communications do not transmit continuously.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 13 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM this was the primary way that radio systems operated. Even today, there are many 2-way radio users who operate using a conventional system: • • • • • Aircraft Amateur radio PMR users Broadcast AM/FM/TV stations Many business radio users When you want to store a conventional system, all you need to know is the frequencies they operate on.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 14 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM listen for activity on the output frequency and transmit on the input frequency. Since the repeater is located very high, there is a very large line of sight. Typical repeater systems provide coverage out to about a 40 km radius from the repeater location. Where To Obtain More Information By itself, this manual really only provides part of what you need to know to have fun scanning – how to program and use the scanner.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 15 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Included With Your Scanner Belt Clip AC Adapter UBC92XLT SCANNER 200 Channels with Close Call TM RF Capture 2 Ni-MH AA Rechargeable Batteries Scanner with Antenna Owners Manual Note: If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 16 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Setting Up Your Scanner These guidelines will help you install and use your new scanner: • If your scanner receives interference or electrical noise, move the scanner or its antenna away from the source. • To improve the scanner’s reception, use an optional external antenna designed for multiband coverage. (You can purchase this type of antenna at a local electronics store).
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 17 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM 3. Install two batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside. Removesticker and set switch for use of Alkaline batteries. 4. Replace the cover. 5. Connect the supplied AC adapter to the scanner's DC 6V to charge the batteries. (See “Using AC Power” on page 19.) Using Non-rechargeable Batteries You can also use two alkaline batteries to power your scanner.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 18 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Cautions: • Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type. • When flashes and the scanner beeps every 15 seconds, replace both batteries. • Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that destroy electronic circuits. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 19 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM • To prevent damage to Ni-MH batteries, never charge them in an area where the temperature is above 113°F (45°C) or below 40°F (4°C). • If you connect an external power source to the scanner with REG. ALK. BATT./NI-MH BATT. set to REG. ALK. BATT., the scanner does NOT charge the batteries. Make sure that you use the correct batteries and set REG. ALK. BATT./ NI-MH BATT.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 20 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Connecting the Antenna To attach the supplied flexible antenna to the connector on the top of your scanner, align the slots around the antenna's connector with the tabs on the scanner's BNC connector. Then slide the antenna's connector down over the scanner's connector and rotate the antenna connector's outer ring clockwise until it locks into place.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 21 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Connecting an Earphone/Headphone UBC72XLT For private listening, you can plug a 3.5mm miniplug earphone or mono headphones (not supplied) into the headphone jack on top of your scanner. This automatically disconnects the internal speaker. Connecting an Extension Speaker In a noisy area, an optional extension speaker, positioned in the right place, might provide more comfortable listening. Plug the speaker cable's 3.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 22 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Attaching the Belt Clip To make your scanner easier to carry when you are on the go, use the supplied belt clip. Use a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screws to attach the clip to the scanner.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 23 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM About Your Scanner We use a few simple terms in this manual to explain the features of the scanner. Familiarize yourself with these terms and the scanner's features, and you can put the scanner to work for you right away. Simply determine the type of communications you want to receive, then set the scanner to scan those communications. A frequency, expressed in kHz or MHz, is the tuning location of a station.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 24 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM 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, first press Func then release it. F appears on the display. Then press the next key in the function key sequence while F appears. F appears or disappears as you press Func.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 25 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Key Name Description Scan/Src Press: Scan the stored channels. Func + Scan/Src: Pressing Func beforehand starts chain search or resumes searching. / Press: Turns the display backlight on or off. Func + / : Pressing Func beforehand locks and unlocks the keypad. Func Lets you use various functions by pressing this key in combination with other keys. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turns the scanner on or off.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 26 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Key Name Description 6/PSrc Press: Enters a 6. Func + 6/PSrc: Pressing Func beforehand sets and turns program band select mode on or off. 7 Enters a 7. 8/ Press: Enters a 8. Func + 8/ : Pressing Func beforehand selects the search direction. 9/Step Press: Enters a 9. Func + 9/Step: Change Step to 12.5kHz or 8.33 kHz in Air band. /Clr Press: Enters a decimal point. Func + /Clr: Clear a frequency entered by mistake.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 27 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM 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. BANK - appears with numbers (1-10). - appears when you lock the keypad. F - appears only when the function mode is on. PGM - appears while you store a frequency into a channel. SRCH - appears during search mode. or - appears during search mode.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 28 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM HOLD - appears during scan hold mode and search hold mode. L/O - appears when you manually select a channel you locked out or a skip frequency. DLY - appears when you select a delay. PRI - appears when the priority feature is turned on. ALT - appears when the Close Call alert beep sounds while the Close Call function is on.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 29 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Operation Turning On The Scanner and Setting Squelch Note: Make sure the scanner's antenna is connected before you turn it on. 1. Turn Squelch fully counterclockwise. 2. Press and hold for about 2 seconds to turn the scanner on, then turn Volume clockwise until you hear a hissing sound. 3. If the scanner is scanning, press Hold/ to stop scanning, then turn Squelch clockwise until the hissing stops.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 30 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM on, the scanner automatically pauses scanning 2 seconds after the end of a transmission before scanning proceeds to the next channel. To turn the function off or on, press Func + 5/Dly. • If you enter a frequency that has already been entered elsewhere, the scanner sounds an error tone and displays the channel that was duplicated. If you entered the frequency by mistake, press /Clr then enter the correct frequency.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 31 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM • If the scanner picks up unwanted partial, or very weak transmissions, turn Squelch clockwise to decrease the scanner's sensitivity to these signals. To listen to a weak or distant station, turn Squelch counterclockwise. • To ensure proper scanning, adjust Squelch until the audio mutes. Manually Selecting a Channel You can continuously monitor a single channel without scanning.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 32 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Special Features Close Call™ RF Capture Technology Your scanner's Close Call feature lets you set the scanner so it detects then displays the frequency of a nearby strong radio transmission. Close Call RF capture works great for finding frequencies at venues such as malls and sporting events.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 33 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM • Close Call works better with some types of transmissions than others. It might not correctly display frequency information for transmitters using a highly directive antenna (such as an amateur radio beam antenna), if there are many transmitters operating at the same time in the same area, or if the transmitter is a broadcast television station. Setting the Close Call Options 1.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 34 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Lo On or Lo OFF: Lets you select the VHF Lo frequency band. Air On or Air OFF: Lets you select the Air frequency band. Hi On or Hi OFF: Lets you select the VHF Hi frequency band. UHF On or UHF OFF: Lets you select the UHF frequency band. 800 On or 800 OFF: Lets you select the 800 MHz band. 4. Repeatedly press 2/ or 8/ until the option you want appears, then press E/Pgm to select it.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 35 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM 8. When you select the option, press /Clr to start Close Call search. Otherwise, to continue normal scanning, repeatedly press Func until F disappears then press Scan/Src. Using Close Call RF Capture To turn on the Close Call feature, press Func then Hold/ except in program search or program mode.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 36 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Close Call Delay You can program a 10-second delay or frequency while using Close Call. With this feature, the scanner continues to monitor the frequency for an additional 10 seconds after the transmission stops before resuming scanning or searching. To program the Close Call Delay on, press 5/Dly during Close Call mode. To cancel Close Call Delay, press 5/Dly during Close Call mode again.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 37 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM The preset frequency ranges are: BAND PLAN 1 Bank Frequency (MHz) No. Step (kHz) 1 25.0000 - 29.9950 5 2 30.0000 - 79.9875 12.5 3 80.0000 - 87.2625 10, 12.5 4 108.0000 - 136.9875 12.5/8.33 108.0000 - 136.9916 Selectable 5 138.0000 - 157.9875 12.5 6 158.0000 - 173.9900 10, 12.5 7 406.0000 - 439.99375 6.25 8 440.0000 - 469.9900 5/10 9 470.0000 - 512.0000 6.25 10 806.0000 - 960.0000 12.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 38 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM BAND PLAN 2 Bank Frequency (MHz) No. Step (kHz) 1 25.0000 - 84.0100 5 2 84.0150 - 87.2550 20 3 108.0000 - 136.9875 12.5/8.33 108.0000 - 136.9916 Selectable 4 137.0000 - 143.9950 5 5 144.0000 - 145.9875 12.5 6 146.0000 - 173.9900 10, 12.5 7 406.0000 - 449.99375 6.25 8 450.0000 - 469.9900 10 9 470.0000 - 512.0000 6.25 10 806.0000 - 960.0000 12.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 39 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM BAND PLAN 3 Bank Frequency (MHz) No. Step (kHz) 1 25.0000 - 29.9950 5 2 30.0000 - 87.2650 5 3 108.0000 - 136.9875 12.5/8.33 108.0000 - 136.9916 Selectable 4 138.0000 - 157.9950 5 5 158.0000 - 173.9950 5 6 406.0000 - 439.99375 6.25 7 440.0000 - 465.99375 6.25 8 466.0000 - 469.99375 6.25 9 470.0000 - 512.0000 6.25 10 806.0000 - 960.0000 12.5 See page 9 for how to select the band from 1, 2 and 3.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 40 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM how the scanner was set before you selected chain search mode. Chain Search Hold Mode To start chain search hold mode, press Hold/ in chain search mode. The scanner stops searching and Hold appears. In this mode, pressing Func + 8/ changes the search direction downward and pressing Func + 2/ changes the search direction upward. or appears according to the current search direction.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 41 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM set the scanner to program band select mode, press Func and 6/PSrc. SRCH appears. Then select a search bank. When you select the search bank, the lower limit and upper limit frequency assigned in the search bank alternate on the display. To select another search bank, press Func + 6/PSrc or Func + 2/ to increase the search bank number or Func + 8/ to decrease it.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 42 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM If you enter a frequency that is out of range, the scanner sounds an error tone and Error appears. Press Func + 8/ to change the search direction downward or Func + 2/ to change the search direction upward. Frequencies appear during the search. Notes: • You can set the delay function on or off during the search or while the search stops. • You can skip a frequency when the search stops.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 43 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM 1. Press Func + E/Pgm in direct entry search mode or direct entry search hold mode. The frequency and lowest blank channel alternate on the display. 2. Press E/Pgm to store the frequency into the blank channel. To select another channel, repeatedly press Func + 2/ or Func + 8/ to select the blank channel you want, then press E/ Pgm. You can also use the 0-9 keys to select the bank.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 44 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Follow these steps to clear a single frequency from skip memory so the scanner stops on it during a search. 1. Press Hold/ to stop the search. 2. Press Func + 2/ or Func + 8/ frequency. L/O appears. to select the 3. Press Func + 0/L/O. L/O disappears. To clear all the skip frequencies at once while searching or search hold, press Func then press and hold 0/L/O until the scanner beeps.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 45 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM program a delay depending on how the scanner is operating. • If the scanner is scanning and stops on an active channel where you want to store a delay, quickly press Func + 5/Dly before it continues scanning again. DLY appears. • If the desired channel is not selected, manually select the channel, then press Func + 5/Dly. DLY appears. • If the scanner is searching, press Func + 5/Dly while the scanner is searching.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 46 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Notes: • You can manually select any channel within a bank, even if that bank is turned off. • You cannot turn off all banks. One bank must always be active. Locking Out Channels You can increase the scanning speed by locking out channels that have a continuous transmission. To lock out a channel, manually select the channel, then press Func + 0/L/O. L/O appears. Note: You can still manually select locked-out channels.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 47 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Follow these steps to select a different channel in a bank as the priority channel. 1. Manually select the channel you want to select as the priority channel. 2. Press Func + E/Pgm, then press Func + 1/Pri. P appears to the left of the selected channel number. 3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for the channel in each bank you want to program as a priority channel. To turn on the priority feature, press Func + 1/Pri during scanning.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 48 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Troubleshooting If your UBC92XLT is not performing properly, try the following steps. Problem Possible Cause The scanner doesn’t work. The scanner might not be receiving any power. Improper reception. The scanner’s antenna might need to be adjusted. Scan won’t stop. The squelch might need to be adjusted. Suggestion Check the batteries or make sure the AC adapter is connected to an AC outlet and the scanner.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 49 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Scan won’t stop (continued) Scan won’t start. The antenna might need to be adjusted. One or more channels might be locked out. The channel’s frequency might not be stored in memory. The channel might not be active. You must press Scan/ Src to scan. The squelch might need to be adjusted. One or more channels might be locked out. The antenna might need to be adjusted. Check the antenna connection.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 50 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Resetting the Scanner If the scanner's display locks up or stops operating properly, you might need to reset the scanner. Caution: This procedure clears all the information (except the band plan data) you have stored in the scanner. Before you reset the scanner, try turning it off and on to see if it begins working properly. Reset the scanner only when you are sure it is not working properly. 1. Turn off the scanner. 2.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 51 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Care and Maintenance Keep the scanner dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the scanner only in normal temperature environments. Handle the scanner carefully: do not drop it. Keep the scanner away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. General Use • Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 52 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM • Clean the outside of the scanner with a mild detergent. • To prevent scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Be careful not to rub the LCD window. • Do not use excessive amounts of water. Repairs Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no user serviceable parts. Birdies All radios can receive “birdies” (undesired signals).
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 53 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Specifications Specifications Channels: ........................................................... 200 Banks: ...................................10 (20 channels each) Frequency Range (in MHz): See page from 7 to 9 Sensitivity (12 dB SINAD) 25.005 MHz (FM) .........................................0.3 µV 54.050 MHz (FM) .........................................0.3 µV 86.275 MHz (FM) .........................................0.
UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 54 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM 1st IF (406-512 MHz) .....380.60625-380.7000 MHz 1st IF (806-960 MHz) .......380.7000-380.7875 MHz 2nd IF ...................................................... 21.3 MHz 3rd IF ........................................................ 450 kHz Audio Output ............................. 490 mW maximum Built-in Speaker ............................32 mm dia, 8 ohm Dynamic Type Current Drain Squelched ....................................
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UB340ZH Paper OM reduced size.fm Page 56 Monday, September 26, 2005 2:56 PM Declaration of Conformity We: Uniden Corporation 2-12-7 Hatchobori Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-8512 Japan declare, under our sole responsibility, that this equipment “Uniden Bearcat model UBC92XLT” is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC, R&TTE and LVD Council Directives of the EU.
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