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Uniden BCD325P2 User Manual

Uniden BCD325P2
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BCD325P2
Owners Manual
©2015 Uniden America Corporation Printed in Vietnam
U01UB379ZZZ(0)

Table of Contents

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Uniden BCD325P2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHandheld Scanner
Channels25, 000
Close Call RF CaptureYes
GPS CompatibleYes
Modulation TypesAM, FM, NFM, WFM
PC ProgrammableYes
Memory BackupYes
Trunking SystemsMotorola, EDACS, LTR
DisplayLCD
BandsVHF, UHF
Digital ModesAPCO 25 Phase I
Battery LifeVaries with usage

Summary

PRECAUTIONS

EARPHONE WARNING!

Warning about using incorrect earphones with the scanner to prevent hearing damage.

WATERPROOF WARNING!

Warning that the unit is not waterproof and should not be exposed to rain or moisture.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

FCC Compliance and Legal Scanning

Scanner complies with FCC rules; legal aspects of scanning and modification notices.

MAIN FEATURES

UNDERSTANDING SCANNER TECHNOLOGY

DYNAMIC MEMORY AND SYSTEM TYPES

Explains memory organization, simplex, repeater, and trunking systems.

TONE AND DIGITAL CODES

Explains CTCSS/DCS/NAC codes for interference prevention.

GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR SCANNER

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES AND OPERATION BASICS

Covers items in the box and initial setup like antenna and batteries.

USB CABLE CONNECTION AND POWERING ON

Instructions for USB connection and initial scanner power-up and squelch settings.

NAVIGATING THE SCANNER MENU

Guide to using the scanner's menu system for configuration and operation.

KEYPAD AND KNOB CONTROLS

Control Layout Overview

Describes the physical layout of buttons and the main control knob.

Scroll Control and Menu Key Functions

Details functions of scroll control, SQL, Vol, and Menu keys in various modes.

Core Function Keys (Func, Hold, Scan/Srch)

Explains the primary operations of the Func, Hold, and Scan/Srch keys.

Lockout and Power/Backlight Keys

Describes the L/O and Power/Backlight keys for managing lockout status and display.

Number Key Functions

Explains the use of number keys for input, navigation, and quick access.

UNDERSTANDING THE DISPLAY

Conventional Display Modes

Shows and explains display information for conventional systems.

Trunking Display Modes

Shows and explains display information for trunking systems.

Top and Second Line Display Indicators

Explains indicators on the top and second lines of the scanner display.

Third and Fourth Line Display Modes

Details information shown on the third and fourth lines of the display.

SCANNER SETTINGS AND CONFIGURATION

SETTINGS MENUS OVERVIEW

Introduces the menu structure for accessing various settings.

Display and Audio Settings

Covers adjusting key beep, display contrast, and control channel output.

GPS and Band Default Settings

Explains how to configure GPS formats, baud rates, and default band settings.

P25 System Settings

Covers P25 LP Filter, Threshold, and Unit ID display options.

System Information and Maintenance

Covers keypad lockout, battery level, cloning, and scanner reset.

PLANNING AND PROGRAMMING SYSTEMS

Planning Systems, Sites, and Groups

Guidance on organizing scanner data, number tags, and alerts.

PROGRAMMING CONVENTIONAL SYSTEMS

Step-by-step guide to creating and configuring conventional radio systems.

System Quick Keys and Startup Configuration

How to assign quick keys, startup keys, and number tags to systems.

System Scan Behavior Settings

Covers hold time, delay time, AGC, and P25 waiting time for systems.

PROGRAMMING TRUNKED SYSTEMS

Creating P25, Motorola, and EDACS Systems

Instructions for setting up different types of trunked radio systems.

Trunked System ID and Scan Settings

Covers number tags, ID scan/search, delay time, and fleetmap editing.

Trunked System ID and Status Settings

Covers priority ID scan, status bits, end codes, and emergency alerts.

Trunked System ID and Format Settings

Covers setting ID format and audio AGC for trunked systems.

CREATING TRUNKED SYSTEM SITES AND GROUPS

Creating Sites

Steps to create and configure sites within trunked systems.

Site Configuration Options

Covers naming sites, quick keys, startup keys, and band plans.

Site Type and Frequency Programming

How to set site types (EDACS) and program/edit frequencies.

Site Modulation, Attenuator, Lockout, and Hold Time

Settings for site-specific modulation, attenuation, lockout, and scan hold time.

Site Location Info and P25 Waiting Time

How to set location-based scanning and P25 waiting time for sites.

CREATING AND PROGRAMMING GROUPS

Group Configuration Options

Covers naming groups, setting quick keys, editing channels, and location info.

Group Lockout Settings

How to set lockout status for groups.

PROGRAMMING CHANNELS AND TGIDS

Storing Conventional Frequencies

How to quickly store frequencies into groups.

Storing Talkgroup IDs

How to quickly store talkgroup IDs into groups.

MANUALLY PROGRAMMING CHANNELS

EDIT CHANNEL OPTIONS MENU

How to set options for individual channels.

Channel Naming and Frequency/TGID Editing

How to name channels and edit their frequencies or IDs.

Channel Audio Type and Modulation Settings

How to set audio type, modulation, and attenuator for channels.

Channel Priority, Alert, and Lockout Settings

How to set priority, alerts, lockout, and volume offset for channels.

Channel Volume Offset and Copy/Paste

How to adjust volume offset and copy/paste channel settings.

USING THE SCANNER WITH GPS FEATURES

LOCATION-BASED SCANNING OPERATION

How to use a GPS unit for automatic site/group locking/unlocking.

NON-RADIO LOCATION-BASED GPS ALERTS

How to program location-based alerts like POIs and dangerous roads.

GPS LOCATION PROGRAMMING AND EDITING

How to program and edit location information (name, type).

GPS LOCATION ALERT CONFIGURATION

How to configure alerts (tone, volume, light) for POIs and dangerous locations.

GPS DISPLAY MODES AND LOCATION LOCKOUT

How to view GPS data and manage location lockout status.

GPS REVIEW LOCATION MODE

REVIEWING PROGRAMMED LOCATIONS

How to review and manage programmed location data.

SCANNING MODES AND PRIORITY FEATURES

PRIORITY, PRIORITY ID, AND PREEMPTIVE PRIORITY SCAN

Explains different priority scanning methods.

USING STARTUP KEYS

SCANNING SYSTEMS AND SEARCHES

USING NUMBER TAGS

P25 ADJUSTMENT MODE

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING SYSTEMS, SITES, AND SEARCHES

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING GROUPS

LOCKING AND UNLOCKING CHANNELS

BAND SCOPE MODE

USING BAND SCOPE MODE

SEARCH AND CLOSE CALL OPTIONS MENU

Frequency Lockouts and Broadcast Screen

How to manage frequency lockouts and broadcast screening.

Tone/Code Search and Band Programming

How to select search types and program custom bands.

Repeater Find, Auto Store, and Delay Settings

Covers repeater find, auto store limits, and search delay times.

Attenuator and Audio AGC Settings

How to configure attenuator and AGC for search operations.

SEARCH FOR... MENU

EDITING A SERVICE SEARCH

Steps to edit preprogrammed service search ranges.

SERVICE SEARCH AND CUSTOM SEARCH

SET SEARCH KEY

AUTO SEARCH AND STORE OPERATIONS

Storing Conventional Frequencies and IDs

How to automatically store found frequencies or IDs.

QUICK SEARCH FUNCTIONALITY

SEARCHING PROCEDURES

STORING DISPLAYED FREQUENCIES

CLOSE CALL MENU OPERATIONS

Close Call Band and Alert Settings

How to select bands and configure alerts for Close Call hits.

Close Call Mode and Auto Store

How to set Close Call modes and enable automatic storage of hits.

MANAGING CLOSE CALL HITS

CLOSE CALL HOLD MODE AND HITS WITH SCAN

WEATHER OPERATION MENU

Weather Scan and Alert Priority

How to scan weather channels and set alert priority.

PROGRAMMING SAME GROUPS FOR WEATHER ALERTS

How to program FIPS codes for county-specific weather alerts.

Weather Scan Delay, Attenuator, AGC, and Alert Settings

Configuration options for weather operations.

Using Fire Tone-Out Feature

SETTING UP TONE-OUT MONITORING

How to configure Tone-Out monitoring for specific channels.

USING TONE-OUT STANDBY/SEARCH MODES

IN TONE-OUT STANDBY MODE

KEY-SAFE MODE OPERATION

APPENDIX

PRESET FLEET MAPS

Tables showing preset fleet map configurations.

ENTERING IDS AND Motorola ID Blocks

TGID FORMATS FOR VARIOUS SYSTEMS

TYPE II SPECIAL STATUS BITS AND WEATHER CHANNELS

SAME EVENT CODES

CTCSS TONES LIST

DCS CODES LIST

REVERSE LIST

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Physical and Environmental Specifications

Covers size, weight, operating temperatures, and power requirements.

Receiver Sensitivity Specifications

Details scanner sensitivity across various frequency bands.

Hum & Noise and Close Call Sensitivity

Nominal Hum & Noise and Close Call sensitivity figures.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

RBRC Battery Recycling Information

Information on battery recycling programs.

Warranty Duration and Coverage

Details the warranty period and what is covered.

Warranty Void Conditions and Remedies

Lists conditions that void the warranty and available remedies.

Warranty Service Procedure

Instructions for obtaining warranty service for the product.

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