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UBC785XLT
SCANNER
1000 Channel
memory State of the art Base station scanner
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page iii Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Front and Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 UBC785XLT SHORTCUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Impor
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page iv Air Service Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Using Aircraft Service Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Air Service Search Skip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39 Changing the step . .
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 1 Introduction The UBC785XLT is a state-of-the-art with automatic scanning capabilities. It can store frequencies such as police, fire/emergency, marine, railroad, air, amateur, and other communications into 10 banks of 100 channels for a total of 1000 channels. Use your new scanner to monitor: • Police and Fire Departments (including rescue and paramedics) • Business/Industrial Radio • Utilities • Marine and Amateur (ham radio) Bands • Air Band
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 2 < > Band Plan 2 No. Frequency Range (MHz) Mode Step (kHz) 1 25.0000 - 49.9950 FM 5 2 50.0000 - 84.0100 FM 5 20 with 3 84.0150 - 87.2950 FM 15kHz Offset 4 87.3000 - 107.9500 WFM 50 108.0000 - 136.9875 12.5 5 AM 108.0000 - 136.9916 8.33 6 137.0000 - 143.9950 FM 5 7 144.0000 - 145.9875 FM 12.5 8 146.0000 - 155.9900 FM 10 9 156.0000 - 157.4250 FM 12.5 10 157.4375 - 160.5875 FM 12.5 11 160.6000 - 162.0250 FM 12.5 12 162.0300 - 173.9900 FM 10 13 174.
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 3 < > Band Plan 3 No. Frequency Range (MHz) Mode Step (kHz) 1 25.0000 - 29.9950 FM 5 2 30.0000 - 79.9937 FM 6.25 3 80.0000 - 82.9937 FM 6.25 4 83.0000 - 87.2937 FM 6.25 5 87.3000 - 87.9500 WFM 50 6 88.0000 - 107.9500 WFM 50 108.0000 - 136.9875 12.5 7 AM 108.0000 - 136.9916 8.33 8 137.0000 - 137.9950 FM 5 9 138.0000 - 157.9937 FM 6.25 10 158.0000 - 160.5937 FM 6.25 11 160.6000 - 162.5937 FM 6.25 12 162.6000 - 173.9937 FM 6.25 13 174.0000 - 215.950
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MODE UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 4 Front and Rear View 34 5 6 7 8 VOL SQL 1-100 101-200 201-300 MANUAL 12 3 SCAN HOLD 301-400 401-500 501-600 1 45 6 AIR RSM 601-700 701-800 801-900 78 9 CHAN/FREQ LIMIT 901-1000 SELECT SRCH 0 E MENU RVRS UBC785XLT 1000 2 PRI CHANNEL L/O TRNFR BACK PUSH MUTE VFO/SELECT 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 1. Volume/Squelch Control 10. Search Key (SRCH) 2. VFO/Select 11. Limit/Down Key (LIMIT/) Channel/Frequency Control 12. Reverse Key (RVRS) 3. Scan Ke
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 5 ICON DESCRIPTION P Priority Channel Indicator L / Lock Out Mode Indicator O Scan/Search Direction Indicator SRCH Chain Search Mode Indicator SRVC Service Search Mode Indicator SCAN Scan Mode Indicator AM,FM Receiving Mode Indicators WFM,NFM Signal Meter ® ® Uniden and Bearcat are registered trademarks of Uniden America Corporation. 5
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 6 UBC785XLT SHORTCUTS MENU 32 1 MENU 33 2 MENU 31 1 MENU 31 2 MENU 34 1 MENU 39 1 then by rotating the VFO control to enter the text and using /HOLD or reenter LIMIT/ to the move cursor. After the text is entered, press E /HOLD /HOLD SCAN 5 . 5 5 1 MENU 2 E E 4 1 This shortcut card is designed to assist you in getting through the menu screens using the direct entry mode for commonly used features. Please read the manual thoroughly before us
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 7 UBC785XLT SHORTCUTS MENU 1 2 MENU 1 2 2 7 1 4 Rotate the VFO control to enter the tag and use /HOLD or LIMIT/ to move the cursor forward or back and then press . E MENU 1 2 2 after each Frequency E MENU E 2 entered. To begin Searching between 1 E the Range, press . SRCH Rotate the VFO control to enter the tag and use /HOLD or LIMIT/ to move the cursor and then press . E To program and control your sc
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 8 Important Notice • The installation, possession, or use of this scanning radio in a motor vehicle may be prohibited, regulated, or require a permit in certain states, cities, and/or local jurisdictions. Your local law enforcement officials should be able to provide you with information regarding the laws in your community. • Changes or modifications to this product are strictly prohibited or operation of this product in any way other than as d
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 9 Terminology What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications do not transmit continuously. The UBC785XLT scans the Frequencies you have programmed into the Scanner’s channels you program until it finds an active frequency. Scanning stops on an active frequency and remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues. When the transmission ends, the scanning cycle resumes until another transmission
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 10 Feature Highlights • 1000 Channels – Program one frequency into each channel. You must have at least one channel programmed to use the Scan mode. • 22 Bands – Includes 22 bands, with aircraft and 800 MHz. • 25 MHz-1300 MHz – Indicates the range of frequencies that can be searched within the bands of your scanner. Note: The frequency coverage is not continuous and excludes 512-806 MHz and 960-1240 MHz. • 10 Priority Channels – You can assign o
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 11 Where to Obtain More Information Before using your scanner, you must program frequencies into available channels. To obtain frequency information for your area, contact your local dealer: Information on the Internet If you have access to the internet, you may want to visit one of the following websites for additional information: www.racescanner.eu 11
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 12 Included with Your Scanner Package If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase. • UBC785XLT Scanner • AC Adapter (AD 773) • Cigarette Cord • DC Cord • Mounting Bracket • Telescopic Antenna • Operating Guide • Other Printed Material 12
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 13 Setup Connecting an Antenna You must install an antenna before you can operate the scanner. You have been provided a standard telescopic antenna that works well with this scanner, but you may want to purchases another type to increase the range. To connect the telescopic antenna, simply connect it to the BNC type ANT. connector on the rear of the scanner. You can purchase a variety of scanner antennas for both mobile and base station availabl
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 14 Typical Mounting Methods The UBC785XLT can be conveniently mounted on a table, bulkhead, overhead, or any other desired location (refer to figure below for typical mounting methods). Caution: Make sure there are no hidden electrical wires or other items behind the desired location before proceeding. Check that free access for mounting and cabling is available. • Table top mount • Bulkhead mount • Overhead mount Mounting the Scanner in Your Ve
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UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 15 Applying Power for Vehicle Installation You can power your scanner using either the supplied DC power cord or your vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket using DC cigarette lighter power cord. Caution: You must use a power source that supplies 13.8 V DC and delivers at least 700 mA. Your standard 12 V car battery should be sufficient. The cord connector’s center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the scanner’s DC 13.8 V jack. The s
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13.8V UB343ZH_UBC785XLT_OM_0622 6/22/06 3:01 PM Page 16 Desktop Installation You can place this scanner on a desk, shelf, or table to use it as a base station. 1. Flip up the feet for desk installation. 2. Extend the antenna to full vertical position. Adjust the angle for best reception. Applying Power Using Standard AC Power To power the scanner from an AC outlet, use the provided AC adapter with a 5.5 mm outer diameter/2.1mm inner diameter tip. Caution: You must use a Class 2 power source
