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Uniden BC 245XLT - User Manual

Uniden BC 245XLT
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CONTENTS
Introduction ...................................3
Important Notice ...............................4
Terminology...................................5
What is Scanning? ...........................5
What is Searching? ..........................5
What is Trunk Tracking? ......................5
Feature Highlights ..............................7
Where to Obtain More Information .................9
Information on the Internet .....................9
Included with Your Scanner .....................10
Setup .......................................11
Installing the Battery Pack ....................11
Charging the Battery Pack ....................12
Low Battery Indicator ........................12
Adapter Safety Feature ......................12
Flexible Antenna ...........................13
Belt Clip ..................................13
Basic Operation...............................14
Turn the Scanner On ........................14
Setting the Squelch .........................14
Keylock...................................15
LCD Back Light ............................15
Auto Light .................................15
Programming.................................16
Duplicate Frequency Alert ....................18
Programming Tips ..........................18
Deleting a Stored Frequency ..................19
Scanning ....................................20
RF Attenuation Feature ......................21
Setting the Delay Mode ......................22
Channel Lockout ...........................23
Lockout Tips...............................24
Restore a Locked Out Channel ................25
Restore All Locked-Out Channels ..............25
Priority Scan...............................26
Changing the Priority Channel .................27
Searching ...................................28
Setting a Search Range ......................28
Turbo Search ..............................28
Search Hold Feature ........................29
Data Skip .................................29
Frequency Skip ............................30
Storing Search Frequencies...................30
SVC Scanning ................................32
SVC Scan Lockout ..........................34
Programming with SVC Scan..................35
C:\Manuals\BC245 VA\BC245 VA rev.vp
Fri Nov 12 10:31:22 1999
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Questions and Answers

  • M
    Michael BlackburnAug 17, 2025
    How to improve the reception on my Uniden BC 245XLT?
    • V
      Vanessa WilliamsonAug 17, 2025
      If you are experiencing improper reception on your Uniden Radio, try the following: * Check the antenna connection, reposition, or move the antenna. * Move the scanner to a different location. * If you are in a remote area, you might need an optional multi-band antenna. Consult your dealer or a local electronics store.
  • S
    Shane ChristianAug 20, 2025
    What to do if my Uniden BC 245XLT Radio scanner won't work?
    • R
      Raymond WashingtonAug 20, 2025
      If your Uniden Radio scanner isn’t working, try these steps: 1. Check the connections at both ends of the AC adapter. 2. Ensure the wall switch for the outlet is turned on. 3. Try a different wall outlet for the AC adapter, or replace the battery pack.
  • L
    lauraglassAug 23, 2025
    Why is the weather scan not working on my Uniden BC 245XLT Radio?
    • L
      Laura RayAug 23, 2025
      If the weather scan is not working on your Uniden Radio, try these steps: 1. Adjust the squelch threshold. 2. Check the antenna.
  • K
    Kevin SimmonsAug 26, 2025
    Why are the Channel Activity Indicators flashing but no sound is heard on my Uniden Radio?
    • G
      Gloria AguirreAug 26, 2025
      If the Channel Activity Indicators are flashing on your Uniden Radio but you hear no sound: * It may be a private or telephone interconnect call, which are intentionally blocked by your scanner. * The ID in your display might not be active.
  • L
    larry42Aug 28, 2025
    Why won't the scan stop on my Uniden BC 245XLT?
    • A
      Anne HamiltonAug 28, 2025
      If the scan on your Uniden Radio won’t stop, here are some things you can check: 1. Adjust the squelch threshold. 2. Verify the antenna connection. 3. Make sure that not too many channels are locked out, as this reduces the scanner's ability to find an active channel. 4. Review each channel’s frequency to ensure it is correctly stored in memory. 5. Consider that none of the programmed frequencies might be currently active.
  • D
    Dustin WellsAug 31, 2025
    What to do if the scan won't start on my Uniden Radio?
    • E
      ethompsonAug 31, 2025
      If the scan function on your Uniden Radio isn't starting, try the following: * Press the key again. * Adjust the SQUELCH control. * Check to see if all channels are locked out.
  • J
    Jacob BrownSep 2, 2025
    Why won’t my Uniden BC 245XLT scanner track the trunked system?
    • M
      Mary BoyleSep 2, 2025
      If your Uniden Radio scanner isn’t tracking the trunked system, it could be due to the following reasons: * The system may not be trackable by your scanner. * The data frequency might be missing. * You may need to change to a Type 1 Scanner setup.
  • C
    Christina WilliamsSep 5, 2025
    What to do if my Uniden BC 245XLT scanner will not acquire a data channel?
    • S
      smithmichaelSep 5, 2025
      If your Uniden Radio scanner will not acquire a data channel: 1. Adjust the squelch for trunking mode. 2. Ensure that you are not missing the frequency used for the data channel. Check your frequency list.
  • D
    Destiny OchoaSep 8, 2025
    Why is my Uniden BC 245XLT Radio scanner not tracking an EDACS system properly?
    • P
      pwebbSep 8, 2025
      If your Uniden Radio scanner is not tracking an EDACS system properly: * Ensure logical channel numbers (frequencies) for the system are programmed in the correct order. Check frequency resources and reprogram. * Verify that all frequencies for the system are programmed. Check frequency resources.
  • L
    Laura BowmanSep 12, 2025
    Why am I missing replies to conversations on my Uniden Radio?
    • K
      Kevin JacksonSep 12, 2025
      If you are missing replies to conversations on your Uniden Radio, you can try the following: * Change to a Type 1 Scanner setup. * Try another Preset Fleet Map or Program your own Fleet Map. * Check that all of the system's frequencies have been entered.

Summary

Important Notice

Terminology

What is Trunk Tracking?

Introduces trunking systems and how the scanner monitors them.

Setup

Installing the Battery Pack

Detailed steps for correctly installing the battery pack.

Charging the Battery Pack

Basic Operation

Turn the Scanner On

Steps to power on the scanner and initiate scanning.

Setting the Squelch

Guide to adjusting the squelch control for optimal reception.

Programming

Scanning

Channel Lockout

Lockout in Scanning Mode

Restore a Locked Out Channel

Restore All Locked-Out Channels

Priority Scan

Changing the Priority Channel

Searching

Setting a Search Range

How to define the frequency limits for a search.

Storing Search Frequencies

SVC Scanning

Trunk Tracking

Types of Trunking Systems

EDACS Tracking

Programming Trunking Frequencies

Searching a Trunked Bank

ID Lockout

Restore a Single ID

Restore all IDs

Scan Lists

Programming ID Scan Lists Manually

ID Scan Mode

Setting Priority in Trunking Mode

Programming Scan Lists During Search

Multi-Track

Fleet Map Programming

Selecting Trunking Programming Mode

Selecting a Preset Fleet Map

Programming a Fleet Map

Programming a Hybrid System

Setting the Base and Offset frequencies for Motorola VHF;UHF trunked systems

Remote Interface

SmartScan Mode

Program Lock

Remote (PC Control) Mode

Clone Mode

Care and Maintenance

Repairs

Troubleshooting

Specification

User Defined Fleet Maps

Type I Programming Information

Details on how Type I systems are structured and programmed.

Fleet Map Size Codes

An EDACS Trunked System

One Year Limited Warranty

Precautions

Uniden BC 245XLT Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHandheld Scanner
Channels300
Weight10 oz
Priority ChannelsYes
ScanningYes
Memory Banks10
Modulation TypesAM, FM
Memory200 channels
Power SourceBattery or AC Adapter
Dimensions2.7" x 5.5" x 1.5"

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