About this Manual

The screen displays used in this manual are representations of what might appear when you use your scanner. Since the actual displays depend on the frequencies and user IDs for your area, as well as the settings you select, you may notice some differences between what is in this manual and what your scanner displays.

Terminology

What is Scanning?
Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications do not transmit continuously. The BC895XLT scans programmed channels 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 is received.

CHANNELS

Frequency not entered
Frequency Locked Out (L/O)

What is Searching?

The BC895XLT can search each of its 14 bands to find active frequencies. This is different from scanning because you are searching for frequencies that have not been programmed into your scanner. When you select a frequency band to search, the scanner searches for any active frequency within the lower and upper limits specified. When an active frequency is found, the scanner stops on that frequency as long as the transmission lasts. If the frequency is interesting, you can program it into one of the banks. If not, you can continue your search.

What is CTCSS?

Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) is a subaudible tone signaling system sometimes referred to as PL (Motorolas trademark term standing for Private Line). CTCSS is usable only for FM signals and is usually associated with both amateur and commercial two-way repeaters. This system makes use of a special subaudible tone which accompanies a transmitted signal. A set of 38 standard tones has been established by the the Electronics Industry Association. CTCSS is used for many purposes. In many cases, CTCSS is used to restrict access to a commercial repeater, so that only those units which transmit the correct tone along with their signal can talk to the repeater. You may also need to have your scanner coded correctly to hear the repeater. CTCSS is also used in areas of high interference where there are several stations with output frequencies in close proximity with one another. When this occurs, you may hear multiple communications at the same time. The stations could even interfere with each other to the point where it is impossible to clearly receive either one. When your receiver, in this case a scanner, is equipped for CTCSS, you can code each received frequency with a specific CTCSS frequency. Then, when multiple signals are broadcast, you will only hear the transmission with the CTCSS tone you have programmed. If you do not receive the correct tone with a signal, the squelch of your scanner remains closed and you will not hear anything. Establishment of the CTCSS tone for each transmitter (or repeater) is usually done through the cooperative setting of standards by local frequency allocation groups.

What is Trunk Tracking?

Conventional scanning is a simple concept. You enter a radio frequency in your scanners memory which is used by someone you want to monitor. For example, the police in your area may broadcast on 460.500 MHz , the fire department on 154.445 MHz, the highway department on 37.900 MHz, etc. So when your scanner stops on a frequency, you usually know who it is, and more importantly, you can stop on a channel and listen to an entire conversation. This type of scanning is easy and fun. As the demand for public communications has increased, many public radio users dont have enough frequencies to meet their needs, and this has created a serious problem. Trunking radio systems solve this problem. In a trunked radio system, which contains up to 29 different frequencies, radio users are divided into groups, often called talk groups, and these talk groups are assigned specific IDs. When someone in a talk group uses their radio, a brief burst of data is broadcast before each transmission. The trunking system computer uses this data to temporarily assign each radio in a talk group to an available frequency. If the group using a frequency stops broadcasting or pauses between replies for a few seconds, they are removed from the frequency so another talk group can use it. Sharing of the available public service frequencies, or trunking, allows cities, counties, or other agencies to accommodate hundreds of users with relatively few frequencies. On the other hand, following a conversation on a trunked system is difficult, if not impossible, because when theres a short break during the conversation youre monitoring, its possible that the talk group will be assigned to a completely different frequency in the trunked system. This type of scanning is difficult and frustrating.
TrunkTracker changes this! Not only does your new BC895XLT scan channels like a conventional scanner, it actually follows the users of a trunked radio system. Once you know a talk groups ID, you wont miss any of the action.
If youre a new scanner enthusiast, you may want to read the first part of this manual and use your scanner in conventional mode before you begin trunk tracking. Understanding scanning fundamentals and terminology will make trunk tracking much easier. If youre already a sophisticated scanner operator, you may want to go to Trunk Tracking on page 38 now.

Feature Highlights

Trunk Tracking Follow 800 MHz trunked public safety and public service systems just as if conventional two-way communications were used. 300 Channels Program one frequency into each channel. You must have at least one channel programmed to use the Scan mode. 10 Banks Each bank contains 30 channels, large enough for even the largest trunked systems or useful for storing similar frequencies to maintain faster scanning cycles. Signal Strength Meter Your scanner has a signal strength meter, which displays the relative strength of an active transmission, using up to five separate indicators.

CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) When activated, your scanner will only tune to a frequency if the associated CTCSS tone you have programmed is included with the transmission. You can also use this feature to search for a CTCSS tone when monitoring a transmission. 14 Bands Includes 14 bands, with Aircraft and 800 MHz. 29 MHz-956 MHz Your scanner covers an extensive frequency range so that you can monitor most of the transmissions in your area.
Note: The frequency coverage is not continuous and excludes the cellular band.
10 Priority Channels You can assign one priority channel in each bank. Assigning a priority channel allows you to keep track of activity on your most important channel(s) while monitoring other channels for transmissions. VFO Control (Variable Frequency Oscillator) Turn the large Rotary Tuner to select a desired frequency or channel.
AutoStore Automatically stores all active frequencies within the specified bank(s).
Weather Alert Lets your scanner function as a severe weather warning radio.
AutoSort Programmed frequencies are automatically sorted within each bank for faster scanning.
Unique Data Skip Allows your scanner to skip unwanted data transmissions and reduces birdies. Memory Backup If power is lost or disconnected, the frequencies programmed in your scanner are retained in memory. LCD Back Light Use M to select one of three different settings for the display backlight. Auto Recording Automatically record channel activity during scanning onto a tape recorder. Scan/Search Delay In the Scan or Search Modes, Y causes the scanner to remain on the frequency two seconds after the last transmission to wait for a possible reply.
Where to Obtain More Information
Before using your scanner, you must program frequencies into available channels. The Betty Bearcat Frequency Guide lists frequencies used around the U.S.A. and Canada that you may program into your new scanner. To order a copy of the frequency guide, call the enclosed Mr. Scanner (800) Number. A Uniden representative should be able to order you a copy of Betty Bearcat for your area and provide you with sample frequencies. You can also use the enclosed order form to purchase a local frequency list. The Bearcat Radio Club, and other similar hobby clubs, have publications, information on computer bulletin boards, and even contests for the radio enthusiast. Also, your local library has more information.
Information on the Internet
For more information about Uniden and our other products, visit www.uniden.com.
Computer Control of Your BC895XLT
Your scanner can be operated using a personal computer and specialized scanner-control software available through third-party vendors. Uniden America Corporation does not provide support for the software or cables offered through these third-party vendors.

Press to switch between channel or frequency mode. When the CHAN LED is on, you can step rapidly through channels with the Rotary Tuner. When the FREQ LED is on, you can tune quickly and accurately through frequencies with the Rotary Tuner.

Lock Key/LED

Press the LOCK key to enable or disable the Rotary Tuner. When the LOCK LED is on, the Rotary Tuner is locked. This prevents accidentally changing the displayed channel and frequency when monitoring a broadcast.

Programming

The BC895XLT has 300 memory channels, each of which can be programmed to store one frequency. The channels are divided into ten 30-channel banks, useful for storing similar frequencies in order to maintain faster scanning cycles. Each time you store a frequency, the list of scanning frequencies in the bank is automatically sorted by frequency number. This unique Auto Sort feature enables faster scanning. When you manually step through a bank, however, frequencies are sorted according to channel number. Select one of the following ways to program your scanner: Manually select a channel and frequency, using your numeric keypad Use the Rotary Tuner to select a channel and frequency Use the Auto Store feature to automatically program the channels Transfer a programmed frequency from another channel
Programming using Manual Entry
1. Select frequencies from your starter guide.
Press m to stop scanning. Select a channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press m.

SCAN b

PRI L/O TRUNK DELAY
Enter the frequency. a. Enter the frequency number. b. Then press e.

PRI L/O

Note: To clear a mistake while entering the frequency, press. twice, and start over. If you enter a frequency which is outside the scanners frequency bands, a distinctive beep sounds.
The display will flash for a moment and then reset itself, or you can press. and go back to the previous step. See the Table on page 3 for information concerning the frequency bands covered by your scanner.
Programming using the Rotary Tuner
1. Press m to stop scanning.
If the green LOCK LED is on, press LOCK to unlock the Rotary Tuner.
2. 3. Press FREQ/CHAN until the green CHAN LED lights. Use the Rotary Tuner to select the channel you want to program.
Press FREQ/CHAN until the red FREQ LED lights. Use the Rotary Tuner to select the frequency you want to program
Note: You can also enter the frequency on your keypad.
Press e to program the frequency into the channel you selected.
Programming using AutoStore
To use this feature, you must set up a search range. Once the search begins, AutoStore will automatically program active frequencies into the available channels of the bank(s) you select. For more information about your scanners search feature, see Searching on page 30. 1. 2. Press m to stop scanning. Using your keypad, enter the lower frequency of your search range. For example, enter 155.000 MHz.

To directly access a specific channel: 1. 2. 3. Press m. Use your keypad to enter the channel number you want. Press m again.

Setting the Delay Mode

A delay can be set for each programmed channel so that when Scan or Search stops on a channel there is a brief pause before the scanning cycle resumes. Delay must be set for each programmed channel, and it can be set when your scanner pauses during a scan or when manual mode is selected. To set Delay in Scan or Search Mode: 1. Press s or set a search range and press S.
When your scanner stops on a channel, press Y.
DELAY displays and scanning will resume two seconds after the transmission ends.
To set Delay in Manual Mode: 1. Press m.
Select the channel you want using your keypad or Rotary Tuner. Press Y.
DELAY displays indicating the scanner will pause on the channel when a transmission is received.

Channel Lockout

You can lockout any channel so it is not reviewed during normal scanning. You can restore the channel to scanning whenever you wish.

Lockout in Manual Mode

1. 2. Press m. Select a channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press m again.
Press L to lockout the channel.

Lockout in Scanning Mode

If the scanner keeps stopping on a particular channel due to noise or too frequent transmissions, you may want to keep that channel from scanning. 1. Wait until the scanner stops at the channel.
Then press L. The scanner immediately resumes scanning because the locked out channel is no longer in the scanning sequence.

Lockout Tips

To quickly lockout a series of channels, start with the lowest number channel. For example, if you are locking out channels 4, 7, 8, 12, and 15, start with Channel 4. After selecting channel 4, press L. Then press m one or more times to step up to the next channel to be locked out. Record the locked-out channels in some convenient place so you can restore them.
Restoring a Locked Out Channel
1. 2. Press m. Select a locked out channel. a. Enter the channel number. b. Then press m again.
Press L to unlock the channel.
Restoring All Locked-Out Channels
You can restore all locked-out channels in a bank only when a bank is selected for scan. If you have deselected a bank and you want to restore all of its locked-out channels using the steps below, you must press s and then press the number of the bank on your keypad. 1. Press m.
Note: You must be in Manual mode before restoring all locked-out channels.
2. Press and hold L for about two seconds.
You will hear two beeps when all the channels have been restored.

Priority Scan

When Priority Scan is turned on, your scanner checks the priority channel every two seconds for activity. If a signal is present on the priority channel, your scanner monitors the channel until the transmission ends, then resumes normal scanning. You can designate one channel in each bank as a Priority Channel. To activate Priority Scan (in either the Manual or Scan Mode): 1. Press p.

Press a.

Your scanners volume is muted until the warning tone sounds.
Your scanner now functions as a Weather Alert radio, waiting to receive a severe weather emergency tone. When your scanner receives the emergency tone from your local NOAA weather station, it responds with a loud siren at maximum volume (regardless of the volume control setting). The siren will continue until the emergency tone stops transmitting. To cancel the siren, press either a or W.
Testing the Weather Alert Siren
To test the Weather Alert siren to ensure its working or to hear how it sounds, follow these steps: 1. 2. Press W. Press a
ALERT displays and your scanners volume is muted.
3. Press and hold p for 2 seconds.
You will hear two short beeps, and then the test siren will begin to sound.
4. To cancel the siren, press either a or W.
ALERT turns off and you will hear the weather broadcast for your area.
Note: If you use W to cancel the siren, then HOLD does not display.

Searching

Setting a Search Range
The BC895XLT can search a specific frequency range to find frequencies if you dont have a frequency guide available or if new stations have been added since your guide was published. 1. 2. Press m to stop scanning. Using your keypad, enter the lower frequency of your search range. For example, enter 155.000 MHz.

Press i. Press S.

You can press P to change the step increment during a Search.
Press P until you select the increment you want. If you select the default step increment for the frequency band youre searching, the indicator stops flashing.

Search Hold Feature

1. Press h at anytime to stop the search.
Press h to move to the next higher frequency or
Press i to move down to the previous frequency.
Note: You can also use the Rotary Tuner to move to other frequencies, just make sure that FREQ is selected before turning the dial.
4. Press S to resume searching.

Data Skip

A scanner will normally stop on any transmission it receives. This means the BC895XLT will stop on data signals and unmodulated transmissions. You can automatically skip many of these types of transmissions during searches. 1. Press d to activate the data skip feature.

The d display.

indicator appears on the
Press d again to cancel the data skip feature.
The d indicator disappears from the display.
When data skip is active, your scanner may pause momentarily on an unwanted signal but will resume searching in 2 or 3 seconds.

Channel Skip

If a particular channel continues to interrupt search scanning, it is possible to set your scanner to skip the frequency. To skip a frequency, press L.

SCAN MANUAL

Note: You can program up to 20 skip frequencies. The 21st skip frequency entered causes the first skipped frequency to unlock.
Storing Search Frequencies
You can quickly store any frequency you find during Search. 1. 2. Press m. Using your keypad, enter the lower frequency of your search range. For example, enter 155.000 MHz.
Press h when the scanner stops at the frequency you want.
Note: You can press h to step up a frequency, or press i to step down a frequency. Press and hold either key to rapidly step through the frequencies. You can also use the Rotary Tuner to step through frequencies, just make sure FREQ is selected before turning the dial.
8. Press e to store the frequency in the channel flashing on your display or Send the frequency to another channel.
For information about sending a frequency to another channel, see Transferring a Programmed Frequency on page 18.
9. 10. Press m or s to cancel Search. Repeat steps 6 through 8 for all the Search frequencies you want to store.

CTCSS Operation

Your scanner is equipped with a Continuous Tone Control Squelch System (CTCSS) which allows squelch to open only when the tone you have programmed with a specific frequency is received along with a transmission. When using CTCSS, consider the following: You do not have to use CTCSS tones while scanning. You cannot enter CTCSS tones in the AM Air Band. If you have more questions about CTCSS, see What is CTCSS on page 5.
Programming a Channel with a CTCSS Tone
1. Select a channel you want to program.
Enter a frequency. a. Use your keypad to enter the frequency you want. b. Then press e.
Press K, and then press e.
If CTCSS Mode is already selected, then only press e.
4. Enter a tone. a. Use your keypad, Rotary Tuner, or h and i to select the tone. b. Then press e.

Since Squelch is automatically adjusted in trunking mode, it isnt necessary to manually adjust the squelch control while trunk tracking. However, the squelch setting you select before you begin trunk tracking can affect how fast your scanner acquires the data channel, and, in some instances, the squelch setting can prevent your scanner from acquiring the data channel at all. Set SQUELCH in this position before selecting a trunking bank.
Note: You can change this recommended setting, if necessary, to provide better performance in your area.
Programming Trunking Frequencies
Before you start programming your scanner to track a trunked system, consider the following: You can only program one trunking system in each bank of your scanner. Trunking frequencies must be entered while in the Trunking Programming mode. If youre in the Trunking Programming mode, you cannot select channels in other banks. For example, if you are programming Bank D, you can only select channels 91-120 with the Rotary Tuner or using the h or i keys. The first step in tracking a trunked system is storing the frequencies in one of the 10 available banks in your scanner. 1. Press and hold t.
You will hear two beeps, and BANK and TRUNK will begin to flash in the display.
Choose the bank you want to trunk track. For example, press B. Use the keypad to enter a frequency for the trunked system. For example, enter 856.2625, or enter a frequency of the system youre going to track. Then press e.
Note: To clear a mistake while entering a frequency, press. twice, and start over.
If you enter a non-800 MHz trunked repeater output frequency, an error message displays for two seconds and then the scanner resets.
4. Press either m or h to select the next channel in the bank.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 until all frequencies have been entered. Press S to begin searching the bank youve programmed.
Note: You will see the frequencies quickly displaying as your scanner looks for the data channel which controls the system.

Searching a Trunked Bank

Before you Search a Trunked Bank with your scanner, consider the following: You can only trunk track one bank at a time. Use t to toggle between the conventional and the trunk tracking modes. Press d while in the Trunk Tracking mode to review which bank is currently in use. The appropriate bank icon will flash at the top of the display for 5 seconds. If you have programmed frequencies for a trunked system in one or more of the 10 available banks and you are in conventional mode, follow these steps to begin trunk searching: 1. Press t.
The bank indicators begin to flash.
Use the alpha keys to select the trunked bank you want. For example press B.
Once the data channel is acquired, the scanner begins trunk tracking. Talk group IDs, which represent different service groups, begin to display.

3. Press t again to return to conventional scanning mode.
While searching, you wont know exactly who the IDs are assigned to until you listen awhile or until ID lists are available in frequency guides or on internet sites. However, it usually only takes a few minutes to figure out police, fire, and emergency medical personnel. Other IDs may take some time, but determining who each ID represents is half the fun of TrunkTracker.

ID Hold Mode

During Search mode, you can hold on an ID without entering it into memory. 1. Press h while in Search mode.
Use the keypad to enter the ID you want.

Press h again.

HOLD flashes in the display.
Press S to return to Search mode.
Note: The ID Hold mode works in Scan List mode, and the steps are the same; however, SEARCH doesnt appear in the display.

ID Lockout

Like conventional scanning, its possible to lockout unwanted traffic. This is particularly important in trunked systems because in many areas water meters, door alarms, traffic signals, and other mechanical devices are assigned IDs just like other users. Also some departments scramble or encrypt their communications, and you may want to lock out these unintelligible broadcasts. To lockout an ID, press L when the ID displays.
The ID is locked out, and the next active ID displays. You can lockout up to 100 IDs.
Note: If you lockout an ID in Search mode, it is also locked out in Scan List mode. Conversely, if you lockout an ID while in Scan List mode, it is locked out in Search mode. For information about Scan Lists, see page 45.

Restoring a Single ID

To unlock a single ID, follow these steps: 1. 2. Press and hold L until you hear two short beeps. Use either the Rotary Tuner or the h or i to select the ID you want to unlock.

Press L.

The ID is unlocked and the next locked ID displays.
4. Press S to return to the Search mode.

Restoring all IDs

To unlock all locked out IDs at once, follow these steps: 1. 2. Press and hold L until you hear two short beeps. Press e to unlock all the IDs at once.
Note: If you unlock all the IDs, then the Scan List Memory mode displays. Press s to scan the IDs stored in your Scan Lists or press S to return to the Search mode. For information about Scan Lists, see page 45.
3. Press S to return to the Search mode.

Searching Tips

ID Delay Mode
Use the Y key to select the Delay mode if its not active. This mode holds an ID for 5 seconds while you wait for a reply. Other groups may use the system, but your scanner will only look for the ID in the display.

Selecting Trunking Programming Mode
To change the system type which your scanner monitors, you must be in the Trunking Programming mode. To select this mode, follow these steps: If you are in Conventional Scan mode: 1. Press and hold t.
Youll hear two short beeps and BANK and TRUNK will begin to flash in the display.
2. Select the trunking bank you want to program.
If you are in Trunking Scan mode: 1. Press t to return to conventional mode if you have been monitoring a trunking bank.
Press and hold t until you hear two short beeps.
Youll hear two short beeps, and BANK and TRUNK will begin to flash in the display.
3. Select the trunking bank you want to program.
Selecting a Preset Fleet Map
1. Select the Trunking Programming mode and the bank you want to change.
Press d. Use h or i to choose E1.
Press d. Use h or i to choose the map you want. For example, E1P2.
The scanner exits the Trunking Programming mode, acquires the data channel, and begins searching using the preset map you chose. Note: You will now begin to see Type I Fleet-Subfleet IDs. For example, 100-12, 100-9, 000-12, 400-8, etc. See User Defined Fleet Maps in the Appendix for more information about Type I IDs.
How do you know if the preset map is correct? Youll have to listen to see if youre following complete conversations. If not, you should try another preset map.

Programming a Fleet Map

You may want to read User Defined Fleet Maps in the Appendix before programming a fleet map. It contains a detailed explanation of Scanner Fleet Map Programming, as well as a table listing the Fleet Map Size Codes. 1. Select the Trunking Programming mode and the bank you want to change.
Press d. Use h or i to choose USr.
Press d. Use h or i to select the size code for the first block.
The next available block displays.
Repeat Steps 7 and 8 until you have selected a size code for each block.
For specifics about each size code, see Fleet Map Size Codes in the Appendix.

10. Press S.

The scanner exits the Trunking Programming mode, acquires the data channel, and begins searching using the map youve programmed.
Restoring Default Tracking
Your scanner is set to monitor Type II systems as its default. However, if you select a preset fleet map or program your own fleet map, then youll change the default setting. To reset the Type II default for a trunking bank, follow these steps: 1. Select the Trunking Programming mode and the bank you want to change.
Press d. Use h or i to choose E2.
The scanner exits the Trunking Programming mode, acquires the data channel, and begins searching. Note: Your scanner saves the setting for the preset map you selected or the Type I fleet map you programmed. If you decide to select E1 for the bank again, the last settings used will display.

Improper reception.

1. Check the antenna connection or move and reposition the antenna. 2. Move the scanner. 3. You may be in a remote area which could require an optional multi-band antenna. Check with your dealer or local electronics store.

Scan wont stop.

1. Adjust squelch threshold refer to Setting the Squelch on page 13, 2. Check the antenna connection. 3. Check to see if many of the channels are locked out. If so, the scanner has less chance of finding an active channel. 4. Review each channels frequency to see if it is still stored in memory and is correct. 5. Its possible that none of the programmed frequencies are currently active.

Scan wont start.

1. Press the s key again. 2. Adjust the SQUELCH control. 3. Check to see if all channels are locked out.

Weather Scan wont work.

1. Adjust squelch threshold refer to page 13, Setting the Squelch. 2. Check the antenna.
If you experience difficulty while in TrunkTracker mode, try the following steps. Problem Suggestion
Scanner wont track the 1. May not be a system which can be tracked by your scanner. trunked system. 2. Missing the data frequency. 3. Change to a Type 1 Scanner setup. Review Fleet Map Programming on page 48. Scanner wont stop during Scan List mode. Scanner will not acquire data channel. Missing replies to conversations. 1. No IDs have been programmed. 2. The IDs you have stored are not active. 1. Adjust the squelch for trunking mode. See page 39. 2. Missing the frequency used for the data channel. Check your frequency list. 1. Change to a Type 1 Scanner setup. Review Fleet Map Programming on page 48. 2. Try another Preset Fleet Map or Program your own Fleet Map. 3. Check to see that all of the systems frequencies have been entered. Channel Activity Indicators are flashing but no sound is heard. 1. May be a private or telephone interconnect call, which are intentionally blocked by your scanner. 2. The ID in your display is not active.
If you still cannot get satisfactory results while using your scanner or if you want additional information, please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service Division. The address and phone number are listed in the Warranty at the end of this manual. If you would like immediate assistance, please call Customer Service at (800) 297-1023. If you have internet access, you can visit www.uniden.com for additional information.

Specifications

Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15, Subpart C, as of date of manufacture. Channels: Banks: Service Bands: Frequency Range: (30 channels each) 7 preprogrammed search bands (including the NOAA Weather Service band) 29.029.7 MHz 10 Meter Amateur Band 29.750.0 MHzVHF Low Band 50.054.0 MHz 6 Meter Amateur Band 137144 MHz Military Land Mobile 144148 MHz 2 Meter Amateur Band 148174 MHzVHF High Band 216225 MHz VHF High Band Above bands in 5 kHz steps 108137 MHz Aircraft Band 225400 MHzUHF Air Band 400420 MHz Federal Government 420450 MHz 70 cm Amateur Band 450470 MHz UHF Standard Band 470512 MHz UHF T Band 806956 MHz 800 Band Above bands in 12.5 kHz steps Operating Temperature: Scan Rate: Search Rate: Scan Delay: Audio Output: Power Requirements: Antenna: External Jacks: 20C to +60C 100 channels per second (conventional mode) 300 steps per second 2 seconds 1.8W nominal into 8 internal speaker 12 VDC 500mAh (internal battery or AD140U AC Adapter) 50 ohms (Impedance) Antenna Jack Ext. Speaker Jack Line Out Jack AUX Jack DC Power Jack Remote Jack BNC Type 3.5mm 3.5mm RCA Type 5.5mm 5 Pins

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Block (1 digit) Subfleet (1 or 2 digits) Which Fleet within the Block (2 digits)
The details concerning how the size codes are selected by a Type I System designer are highly dependent on the specific needs of the systems users. Some organizations may want many subfleets with only a few radios each, while another organization may want only a few subfleets with many radios each. Your task is to program your fleet map with the same size code assignments as the trunked system. If you do this accurately, youll track all the Fleet-Subfleet combinations used by the system. In other words, youll hear complete communications while monitoring a trunked system.
If you dont already know the size codes used, youll have to guess at them. But since you dont have to figure out all the blocks at once, this isnt as hard as it seems. Select a size code for a block, and then press S. Now listen to the communications. If you decide you are receiving most of the replies to the conversations with IDs assigned to the block you just programmed, then youve probably selected the right size code and can work on the next block of the map. Finally, for most public safety systems there are some size codes which are more common. S-3 and S-4 are probably the most common, followed by S-10, S-11, and S-12.

Fleet Map Size Codes

Size S0 S1 S2 S3 S4 S5 S6 S7 S8 S9 S10 S11 S12 S13 S1 Fleets Subfleets IDs Blocks Used
Reserves block for Type II IDs

Size Code Restrictions

If you select size code S-12, S-13, or S-14, there are some restrictions as to which blocks can be used for these codes. S-12 can only be assigned to Blocks 0, 2, 4, or 6. S-13 can only be assigned to Blocks 0 and 4. S-14 can only be assigned to Block 0. Since these size codes require multiple blocks, you will be prompted for the next available block when programming a Fleet Map. For example, if you assign Block 0 as an S-12, you will be prompted for b2, the next block available, instead of b1. And if you assign Block 0 as an S-14, you would not see another prompt because it uses all available blocks.

Precautions

Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following: IMPORTANT! 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 jurisdiction. Your local law enforcement officials should be able to provide you with information regarding the laws in your community. EARPHONE WARNING! Be sure to use only the recommended optional monaural earphone (EP009). You may also use a 32 stereo headset. Use of an incorrect earphone or stereo headset may be potentially hazardous to your hearing. The output of the phone jack is monaural, but you will hear it in both headphones of a stereo headset. Set the volume to a comfortable audio level coming from the speaker before plugging in the monaural earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32). Otherwise, you might experience some discomfort or possible hearing damage if the volume suddenly becomes too loud because of the Volume Control or Squelch Control setting. This may be particularly true of the type of earphone that is placed in the ear canal. WARNING! Uniden does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.

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