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Uniden Bearcat UBC 120XLT User Manual

Uniden Bearcat UBC 120XLT
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UBC 120XLT
1OD-Channel
Programmable
Twin Turbo
Hand-Held
Auto Scanner
OPERATING GUIDE
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Uniden Bearcat UBC 120XLT Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeHandheld Scanner
Priority ChannelsYes
Modulation TypesAM, FM
Power Supply4 AA batteries or DC adapter
AntennaTelescopic
Battery LifeApprox. 10 hours (using alkaline batteries)

Summary

Precautions and Safety Warnings

General Safety Warnings

Covers warnings about waterproofing, electrical shock, and earphone usage.

Battery Precautions

Details specific warnings for Nickel-Cadmium batteries, including disposal and charging.

About Your UBC 120XLT Scanner

Understanding Scanning

Explains the process of scanning programmed channels for active transmissions.

Understanding Searching

Describes searching for active frequencies within specified bands, including Turbo Search.

Feature Highlights

Core Scanner Features

Highlights Twin Turbo Scan & Search, 100 Channels, 9 Bands/10 Banks, and frequency coverage.

Advanced Scanner Functions

Covers Priority Channels, Weather Channels, Unique Data Skip, and Memory Backup capabilities.

Controls and Indicators: Top & Front Views

Top Panel Controls

Details the antenna connector, earphone jack, and squelch/volume controls.

Front Panel Display and Indicators

Explains the LCD display, scan type, channel number, and mode indicators.

Display Indicators and Scanning Operations

Memory Bank and Status Indicators

Details indicators for memory banks, low battery, frequency, and various modes.

Basic Scanning Actions

Outlines starting, stopping, and resuming scanning, and stepping through channels.

Keypad Control Functions

Light and Frequency Entry Operations

Covers backlight control, decimal point entry, and preprogrammed weather channels.

Search and Priority Settings

Explains setting search limits, activating Turbo Search, and using Priority Scan.

Delay and Keypad Lock Functions

Details the Delay feature for transmissions and locking/unlocking the keypad.

Channel and Search Management

Frequency Storage and Search Control

Covers storing displayed frequencies, starting searches, and stopping search on a frequency.

Channel Exclusion Methods

Guides on preventing specific channels from being scanned by 'locking them out'.

Setup Procedures

Charging the Battery Pack

Provides step-by-step instructions for charging the rechargeable battery pack using the AC adapter.

Antenna Installation

Guides on how to connect and secure the flexible rubber antenna to the scanner.

Device Installation

Installing the Belt Clip

Details the process of attaching the belt clip to the back of the scanner using screws.

Using the Earphone

Explains connecting an earphone, its compatibility, and safety warnings regarding volume.

Operation Modes Overview

Scanning Operation Details

Explains how to initiate and manage the scanning of programmed channels, including Delay Mode.

Searching Operation Details

Describes how to initiate and manage frequency searching, including Delay Mode and stopping on active frequencies.

Programming Channels

Manual Frequency Entry

Provides detailed steps for manually programming frequencies into channels using the numeric keypad.

Deleting Stored Frequencies

Explains the procedure to remove a frequency from a programmed channel.

Scanning Management

Starting, Stopping, and Stepping Scan

Details how to begin scanning, stop scanning, and resume scanning, and step through channels.

Bank Selection for Scanning

Explains how to select or deselect banks for scanning to optimize the scanning cycle.

Advanced Scanning Features

Accessing Specific Channels Directly

Describes how to directly access a specific channel using its number.

Priority Channel Scan Activation

Explains how to set and activate Priority Scan to monitor important channels.

Delay Mode Activation and Deactivation

Details how to activate and deactivate the Delay feature to pause scanning after transmission.

Channel Exclusion Methods

Locking Out Channels for Scanning

Guides on preventing specific channels from being scanned by 'locking them out'.

Identifying Locked Out Channels

Explains how to find and view channels that have been locked out of the scanning cycle.

Weather Channel Operation

Initiating Weather Search and Tuning

Describes how to start searching for local weather channels and tune between stations.

Frequency Searching Techniques

Setting Search Limits

Details how to define the lowest and highest frequencies for a search range.

Using Data Skip Feature in Search

Explains how to skip data signals and unmodulated carriers during a search.

Search and Program Integration

Search Frequency Skip Programming

Describes programming up to 10 frequencies to be skipped during searches.

Programming Search Results into Channels

Guides on storing found frequencies directly into channels during a search.

Care and Maintenance

Replacing the Battery Pack

Provides instructions on safely removing and installing the battery pack.

Scanner Upkeep and Repairs

Optimal Scanner Location Advice

Advises on placement to avoid interference and environmental damage.

Cleaning the Scanner Exterior

Offers guidance on cleaning the exterior and display without causing damage.

Repair Information and Contact

Directs users to contact Uniden Service or a technician for repairs.

Scanner Care Tips and Birdies

Understanding Birdies and Skip Feature

Explains what birdies are and how to use Search Skip to avoid them.

General Care and Temperature Guidelines

Provides advice on using correct chargers, avoiding extreme temperatures, and direct sunlight.

Troubleshooting Guide

Scanner Power and Reception Issues

Addresses issues like power, volume, squelch, and antenna connection.

Scan and Keypad Functionality Problems

Covers scan stopping/starting problems, and keypad functionality.

Optional Accessories

List of Available Accessories

Lists optional accessories and their part numbers available from Uniden.

Technical Specifications

Scanner Specifications Summary

Details channels, banks, frequency coverage, scan/search rates, audio output, and physical specs.

Warranty Information

Product Warranty Terms and Conditions

Outlines the warranty duration, covered parts, and remedy statement for the scanner.

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