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Uniden Bearcat Trunktracker IV User Manual

Uniden Bearcat Trunktracker IV
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Uniden Bearcat Trunktracker IV Specifications

General IconGeneral
Trunking CapabilityYes
Scan Rate100 channels per second
Priority ChannelsYes
GPS CompatibilityYes
Memory BackupYes
TypeHandheld Scanner
DisplayLCD
Power SourceAC adapter
BandsVHF, UHF
Frequency Steps5, 6.25, 10, 12.5 kHz
ModesAM, FM

Summary

FCC Information and Legal Scanning

Scanning Legally

Legal considerations for operating a scanning receiver.

Introduction to the BC796D

Using This Manual

Guidance on how to effectively use the owner's manual.

Understanding Scanning Technologies

Background on conventional and trunked scanning.

Conventional Scanning Explained

Explanation of simplex and repeater operation in conventional systems.

Trunked Scanning Systems Overview

How trunking systems manage frequencies efficiently.

Motorola Trunking Types

Details on Motorola trunking system types (Type I, II, IIi, Astro).

EDACS Trunking Systems

Explanation of EDACS trunking, LCN, and AFS hierarchy.

LTR Trunking Systems

Information on Logic Trunked Radio (LTR) systems.

Memory Management

Understanding Banks and Channels

How the scanner's memory is organized into banks and channels.

Getting More Information

Resources for Frequency Information

Contacting Uniden and other sources for frequency data.

Scanner Hardware Overview

Front/Rear View and Display Icons

Identification of controls, connectors, and display icons.

Included Accessories

Scanner Package Contents

List of items included with the BC796D scanner.

Setting Up Your Scanner

Antenna Connection and Mounting

Guide to connecting and mounting antennas.

Scanner Mounting and Power Connection

Methods for mounting and connecting power for vehicle/desktop.

Audio Output Options

Connecting external speakers or earphones for listening.

Listening Safely

Earphone Usage and Hearing Protection

Guidelines for safe listening with earphones to prevent hearing damage.

Connecting Cables

Instructions for connecting clone and tape recorder cables.

Basic Scanner Operation

Powering On and Setting Squelch

Steps to power on the scanner and adjust the squelch control.

Using the Menu System

Navigating the scanner's menu for various settings.

Channel and Bank Management

Manually selecting channels and locking/unlocking banks/channels.

Priority Scanning Features

Using Priority Scan and Priority Plus Scan for important channels.

Scanner Configuration Settings

Display and Keypad Settings

Adjusting display dimmer, information display, and key beep.

APCO 25 Card and Squelch Modes

Enabling/disabling APCO 25 card, setting squelch modes, and muting.

Trunk Scanning and Talkgroup Management

Trunk Scanning Options Overview

Features for scanning and monitoring trunked systems.

Searching and Scanning Talkgroups

How to search for active talkgroups or scan stored ones.

Talkgroup and System Lockouts

Locking out unwanted talkgroups or entire EDACS agencies/fleets.

Holding on Specific Talkgroups

Holding on an active or selected talkgroup for monitoring.

Frequency Searching Techniques

Search Control and Range Setup

Starting searches, holding, setting ranges, and searching trunk systems.

Subaudible Tones and Search Adjustments

Configuring tones, attenuating signals, and setting search delays.

Service Search Functionality

Using Service Search and Skipping Frequencies

Utilizing preprogrammed service searches and skipping unwanted frequencies.

Weather Alert System (SAME)

Searching for Weather Broadcasts and Setting Alerts

Searching for NOAA broadcasts and configuring SAME weather alerts.

Testing Weather Alerts

Testing the functionality and sounds of weather alert notifications.

Programming Bank Information

Bank Configuration and Naming

Configuring banks and assigning names for easier identification.

General Programming Procedures

Channel Data Management and Tips

Deleting, transferring, entering tags, and programming best practices.

Programming Conventional Channels

Step-by-Step Channel Entry and Settings

Programming channels, setting delay, tones, beep alert, attenuator.

Frequency Step, Modulation, and Priority Channels

Changing frequency steps, modulation, and setting priority channels.

Programming Trunked Systems

Trunked System Types Overview

Introduction to APCO 25, Motorola, EDACS, and LTR trunking systems.

Motorola System Programming

Programming Motorola Type 2/Digital and Type I/IIi Hybrid systems.

EDACS System Programming

Programming EDACS Wide, Narrow, and SCAT systems.

LTR System Programming and Trunking Delay

Steps for programming LTR systems and setting trunking delay.

Advanced Trunking Features

Priority Talkgroups, I-Call, and Multi-Track

Setting priority talkgroups, using I-Call, and Multi-Track operation.

Programming Specific Trunking System Types

Motorola Control Channel and Type 2/Digital Programming

Programming Motorola control channels and Type 2/Digital systems.

Programming Type I and IIi Hybrid Systems

Programming Type I or IIi Hybrid systems using fleet maps.

Trunking Data Options

Motorola Status Bit and End Code Detect

Options for handling Motorola status bits and end code detection.

EDACS System Options

Setting EDACS emergency alerts and decimal mode.

Programming APCO 25 Systems

Setting APCO 25 Sound Quality

Adjusting sound quality for optimal APCO 25 digital audio.

Programming LTR Systems

LTR System Configuration

Steps for programming LTR trunking systems and talkgroups.

Programming Talkgroups

Storing and Managing Talkgroup IDs

Storing, finding, deleting talkgroup IDs, and adding tags.

Remote Interface and Cloning

PC Control and Scanner Cloning

Connecting to PC for control and cloning settings to another scanner.

Care and Maintenance

General Use, Location, and Cleaning

Proper use, placement, cleaning, and handling of birdies.

Repairs and Troubleshooting Basics

Information on handling repairs and initial troubleshooting steps.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Scanner Operation and Reception Issues

Solutions for scanner not working, poor reception, and scan issues.

Trunk Tracking and Audio Problems

Resolving issues with trunk tracking, missing replies, and no audio.

Scanner Specifications

Technical Details and Operating Parameters

Specifications for channels, frequency range, power, size, and weight.

Glossary of Terms

Key Scanner Terminology Definitions

Definitions of terms like Alpha Tag, CTCSS, DCS, PC Control.

Advanced System Features

Motorola Status Bit and Talkgroup Definition

Explanation of Motorola status bits and talkgroup functionality.

Appendix: Fleet Maps and Codes

Preset and User Defined Fleet Maps

Pre-programmed and custom fleet map configurations for Type I systems.

Fleet Map Size Codes and Restrictions

Table of size codes and their limitations for fleet map creation.

NOAA Weather Radio SAME Event Codes

Event Codes and LCD Display Information

List of NWR SAME event codes and their corresponding LCD display text.

Reverse Frequency List

Reverse Frequencies for Trunked Systems

List of reverse frequencies used in trunked systems by band plan.

BC796D Flow Charts

Service Search and Chain Search Flow

Visual representation of service search and chain search menu navigation.

One Year Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details of Uniden's limited warranty, coverage, and exclusions.

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