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Uniden BCD396T User Manual

Uniden BCD396T
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Revision 1; 031005

Table of Contents

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Uniden BCD396T Specifications

General IconGeneral
Modulation TypesAM, FM, NFM, P25
GPS CompatibilityYes
DisplayBacklit LCD
PC InterfaceUSB
Frequency Range25-512 MHz
Power SupplyAC Adapter
Audio OutputSpeaker, Headphone Jack
BandsVHF, UHF
TrunkingMotorola, EDACS, LTR
Battery LifeApproximately 8 hours

Summary

Precautions

The FCC Wants You to Know

Scanning Legally

Legal guidelines and restrictions for using a scanner.

Introduction

Feature Highlights

General

Overview of key features like Close Call, memory, and quick keys.

Lockout

Ability to exclude systems, groups, or channels from scanning.

CTCSS and DCS Squelch Modes

Prevents interference by matching non-standard squelch modes.

Fire Tone-Out Standby

Alerts user to sequential two-tone pages for standby monitoring.

Trunk Tracker IV Operation

Follows conversations on analog and digital trunked radio systems.

Control Channel Only Scanning

Scans Motorola trunking using only control channel data.

PC Control and Cloning

Transfer data, control scanner via PC, or clone scanner data.

About This Manual

Using the Multifunction Scroll Control

Entering Text

Procedure for entering alphanumeric characters using the scroll control.

How the Scanner’s Controls Are Represented in This Manual

Understanding Scanning

Understanding the Scanner’s Memory

Explains the dynamic allocated channel memory architecture for efficient storage.

What is Scanning?

How the scanner monitors programmed channels for active transmissions.

What is Searching?

How the scanner searches for active frequencies not already programmed.

What is CTCSS/DCS?

Explains subaudible tone signaling systems for selective squelch opening.

Trunked Scanning

How trunking systems efficiently share frequencies among multiple users.

Conventional Scanning

Setting Up Your Scanner

Using Internal Batteries

Instructions for powering the scanner using AA alkaline or rechargeable batteries.

Using Rechargeable Batteries

Details on charging and using rechargeable batteries with the scanner.

Using AC Power

How to power the scanner using the supplied AC adapter.

Connecting the Antenna

Steps to attach the supplied flexible antenna to the scanner.

Connecting an Earphone/Headphone

How to connect earphones or headphones for private listening.

A Look At The Keypad

Explanation of the scanner's keys and their primary functions.

A Look At The Display

Description of the scanner's display indicators and their meanings.

Using Menu

How to navigate and use the scanner's menu system.

Using Func

How to access secondary functions labeled below the keys.

Basic Operation

Turning On the Scanner and Setting the Squelch

Step-by-step guide to powering on the scanner and adjusting squelch level.

Scanning Systems

How to initiate scanning of programmed systems.

Selecting Systems to Scan

How to choose which systems the scanner will monitor.

Locking/Unlocking Systems

Steps to prevent a system from being scanned.

Locking/Unlocking Channels

Steps to prevent a specific channel from being scanned.

ID Scan/ID Search Mode

How the scanner handles talk group IDs during trunked system scanning.

Quickly Storing an ID During ID Search

Procedure for saving a found talk group ID during ID search.

Quick-Storing Channels or Talk Group ID’s

Method for quickly saving channels or talk group IDs.

Monitoring Trunking Activity

How to view active talk group IDs during trunked system monitoring.

Other Settings

Displaying System Information

How to view memory usage and firmware version.

Locking/Unlocking the Keypad

How to prevent accidental key presses by locking the keypad.

Priority Scan

Configures scanner to check priority channels more frequently.

Initializing the Scanner’s Memory

Resets scanner memory, deleting all programmed data.

Connecting Your Scanner to a Personal Computer

Steps to connect the scanner to a PC for data transfer and control.

Wired Cloning

Detailed instructions for cloning scanner data using connection cables.

On-Air Cloning

Method for cloning scanner data wirelessly via a transceiver and PC.

Programming Radio Systems

Programming Conventional Systems

Guide to setting up new conventional radio systems.

Entering/Editing Conventional Channel Groups

How to organize channels into groups for conventional systems.

Programming Motorola Systems

Instructions for programming various types of Motorola trunked systems.

Programming EDACS Systems

Guide to programming EDACS trunked systems (WIDE, NARROW, SCAT).

Programming LTR Systems

Instructions for programming LTR trunked systems.

Programming/Editing Optional Settings

System-Level Settings

Settings that apply to the entire system.

Editing the System Name

How to assign a descriptive name to a system.

Editing the System Quick Key

Assigning a quick key for fast system activation/deactivation.

Setting System Lockout

Controlling whether a system is scanned when its quick key is enabled.

Setting the System Hold Time

How long the scanner stays on a system before moving to the next.

Setting ID Scan/Search (Trunked Systems Only)

Controls how the scanner handles talk group IDs during trunked scanning.

Editing the Fleet Map (Motorola Systems Only)

Entering the fleet map for proper tracking of Motorola Type I systems.

Setting the End Code Operation (Motorola Systems Only)

How the scanner handles transmission end codes from Motorola systems.

Setting Emergency Alert (Motorola and EDACS Systems Only)

Configures scanner alerts for emergency transmissions.

Setting the Digital Decode Threshold (Motorola and Conventional Systems Only)

Adjusts digital decode threshold for optimal performance on digital channels.

Setting the EDACS ID Format (EDACS Systems Only)

Determines how EDACS IDs are entered and displayed (AFS or Decimal).

Deleting Systems

Procedure for removing programmed systems from memory.

Entering/Editing the Group Name

How to assign a descriptive name to a channel group.

Setting Group Lockout

Controls whether a group is scanned when enabled.

Editing the Channel Name

How to assign a descriptive name to a channel.

Setting Channel Priority (Conventional Channels Only)

Designates a channel as priority for scanning.

Setting CTCSS/DCS (Conventional Channels Only)

Controls the use of CTCSS or DCS tones for channel access.

Setting the System Frequency Modulation

Configures modulation type for systems (Auto, AM, FM, NFM, WFM).

Setting Channel Lockout

Controls whether a channel is scanned when its system and group are enabled.

Copying/Pasting Channels

How to copy channel settings to another channel or system.

Searching and Storing

Service Search

Quickly select and search preprogrammed frequency ranges by service type.

Custom Search

Program and search up to 10 custom frequency ranges simultaneously.

Editing a Custom Search Range

Modify names, limits, delay, modulation, attenuation, skip, and step for custom ranges.

Auto Search and Store

Search for and store new frequencies or talk group IDs automatically.

Using the Close Call Feature

Setting Close Call Options

Configure Close Call to search only, auto-store hits, or set modes.

Close Call Hits

How the scanner alerts and handles detected Close Call signals.

Search and Close Call Options

Managing Locked-Out Frequencies

How to lock out frequencies to avoid scanning them.

Searching for Subaudible Tones

Enables searching for CTCSS/DCS tones during search or Close Call.

Screening Out Broadcast Sources

Ignores transmissions from common broadcast, paging, and annoyance sources.

Finding Repeater Output Frequencies

Tunes to repeater output frequencies during Close Call for full conversations.

Setting the Maximum Auto Store Value

Sets the number of hits automatically stored during Search/Store or Close Call.

Setting Data Skip

Controls scanner behavior when encountering data signals.

Setting the Delay Time

Sets how long the scanner waits after a transmission ends.

Using Weather Alert (SAME)

Searching For a Weather Broadcast

Scans for and stops on the first available NOAA weather broadcast.

Turning Weather Alert On/Off

Configures scanner to function as a severe weather warning radio.

Programming a SAME Group

Edit SAME groups to receive alerts for specific counties using FIPS codes.

Care and Maintenance

General Use

Basic guidelines for operating and maintaining the scanner.

Location

Advice on optimal placement and environmental considerations for the scanner.

Birdies

Explanation of "birdies" (undesired signals) and how to lock them out.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

Dynamic Allocation Capacity

Details on system, group, and channel memory limits.

Frequency Range (MHz)

Lists the scanner's supported frequency bands and step sizes.

Power Requirements

Lists power sources including AA batteries and AC adapter.

External Jacks

Lists and describes the scanner's external connection ports.

Optional Accessories

Appendix

Preset Fleet Maps

Tables showing pre-set fleet map configurations for trunk tracking.

User Defined Fleet Maps

Information on defining custom fleet maps for Type I trunking systems.

Planning

Collecting Information

Guides on gathering system and frequency data for programming.

Filling Out The Conventional System Worksheet

Instructions for documenting conventional system details.

Motorola System Worksheet 1

A template for documenting Motorola system type, frequencies, and band plans.

LTR/EDACS System Worksheet 1

A template for documenting LTR/EDACS system frequencies and logical channels.

Preprogrammed Systems

One-Year Limited Warranty

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