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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 1 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM
BC72XLT
OWNER’S
MANUAL
OWNER’S MANUAL
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 2 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and Precautions observe the following. IMPORTANT! This scanning radio has been manufactured so that it will not tune to the radio frequencies assigned by the FCC for cellular telephone usage. The Electronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986, as amended, makes it a federal crime to intentionally intercept cellular or cordless telephone transmissions or to market this radio wh
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 3 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM damage if the volume suddenly becomes too loud because of the volume control or squelch control setting. This might be particularly true of the type of earphone that is placed in the ear canal. WARNING! Uniden does not represent this unit to be water- proof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. ® ® Uniden and Bearcat are registered trademarks of TM Uniden America Corporati
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 4 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM BC72XLT Controls and Display BC72XLT Controls and Display Headphone Jack Squelch Volume Display Keypad DC 6V Jack Power BC72XLT Controls and Display 4
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 5 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Contents The FCC Wants You To Know ............................. 7 Contents Scanning Legally .............................................. 7 Introduction ........................................................... 9 Feature Highlights ............................................... 11 About This Manual ......................................... 12 Understanding Scanning .................................... 14 What is Scanning? .........
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 6 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Locking Out Channels .................................... 48 Priority ............................................................ 48 Using Keylock ................................................ 49 Using the Display Backlight ........................... 50 Troubleshooting .................................................. 51 Resetting the Scanner ................................... 53 Care and Maintenance .............................
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 7 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM The FCC Wants You To Know This scanner has been tested and found to comply The FCC W Know ants You To with the limits for a scanning receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This scanner generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructi
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 8 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM However, there are some transmissions that you should never intentionally listen to. These include: • Telephone conversations (cellular, cordless, or other private means of telephone signal transmission) • Pager transmissions • Any scrambled or encrypted transmissions According to the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), you are subject to fines and possible imprisonment for intentionally listening to, using, or divul
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 9 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Uniden BC72XLT Introduction Handheld Scanner. The scanner is versatile, compact, and easy to use. In addition to its standard scanning features, your scanner also TM includes Close Call RF capture technology designed to help you detect and identify strong local radio signals in your area. You can program up to 100 frequencies into the scanner's memory. The scanner lets you scan transmissi
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 10 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM This table lists the frequency ranges, default frequency step, default mode (AM or FM), and type of transmissions you can hear for each range. Frequency Range Step Mode Transmission (MHz) (kHz) 25.0-27.995 5 AM Citizens Band/ Business Band 28.0-29.695 5 FM 10 Meter Amateur Band 29.7-49.995 5 FM VHF Low Band 50.0-54.0 5 FM 6 Meter Amateur Band 108.0-136.9875 12.5 AM Aircraft Band 137.0-143.995 5 FM Military Band 144.0-147.995 5 FM 2
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 11 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Feature Highlights TM Close Call RF Capture Technology - you can set Feature Highlights the scanner so it detects and provides information TM about nearby radio transmissions. See “Close Call RF Capture Technology” on Page 37 for more information. Pager Screen - lets you set the scanner so it does not detect pager frequencies during Close Call search. Chain Search - lets you enter personal search bands in 10 locations and searc
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 12 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Key Lock - lets you lock the scanner's keys to help prevent accidental changes to the scanner's programming. Direct Access - lets you directly access any channel. Display Backlight - makes the scanner easy to read in low-light situations. Flexible Antenna with BNC Connector - provides adequate reception in strong signal areas and is designed to help prevent antenna breakage. Or, you can connect an external antenna for better re
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 13 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM To get the most from this manual, review the contents to become familiar with the basic functions available. If you are new to scanning, be sure to read “Understanding Scanning” on Page 14 for a quick background on the technology behind the hobby. The first thing you’ll need to do is install batteries in the scanner. Then you need to connect the included antenna to the scanner. See “Using Internal Batteries” on Page 19 and “Con
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 14 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Understanding Scanning This section provides you with background on how Understanding Scanning scanning works. You don’t really need to know all of this to use your scanner, but some background knowledge will help you get the most from your BC72XLT. What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two- way communications do not transmit continuously. Your BC72XLT scans programmed channels until it finds an active f
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 15 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM this was the primary way that radio systems operated. Even today, there are many 2-way radio users who operate using a conventional system: •Aircraft • Amateur radio • FRS/GMRS users • Broadcast AM/FM/TV stations • Many business radio users When you want to store a conventional system, all you need to know is the frequencies they operate on. When you are scanning a conventional system, the scanner stops very briefly on each
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 16 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM listen for activity on the output frequency and transmit on the input frequency. Since the repeater is located very high, there is a very large line of sight. Typical repeater systems provide coverage out to about a 25-mile radius from the repeater location. Where To Obtain More Information By itself, this manual really only provides part of what you need to know to have fun scanning – how to program and use the scanner. The in
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 17 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM * • svartifoss2.fcc.gov/reports/index.cfm - conventional frequency information on file with the US Government * - This web site is not affiliated with Uniden Corporation. To purchase another copy of the conventional frequency guide, contact your local dealer or: Uniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 (Hours are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.Central Time Monday through Friday.) For more information about Uniden and our other produc
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 18 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Included With Your Scanner Included With Your Scanner Antenna AC Adapter Belt Clip Scanner BC72 OWNER’S MANUAL OWNER’S MANUAL Frequency Guide Owners Manual If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden Customer Service at: (800) 297-1023, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Central, Monday through Friday. Setting Up Your Scanner Included With Your Scanner 18
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 19 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM Setting Up Your Scanner These guidelines will help you install and use your new scanner: • If your scanner receives interference or electrical noise, move the scanner or its antenna away from the source. You might also try changing the height or angle of the telescoping antenna. • To improve the scanner’s reception, use an optional external antenna designed for multi- band coverage. (You can purchase this type of antenna at a l
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BC72 Paper OM.fm Page 20 Monday, October 25, 2004 3:11 PM WARNING! Set REG. ALK. BATT./NI-MH BATT. to NI-MH BATT. only if you are using rechargeable batteries. Never attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries. Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot or burst if you try to recharge them. 4. Install two batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside. Setting Up Your Scanner 20
