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UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page ii Precautions Before you use this scanner, please observe the following: WARNING! Uniden America Corporation does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or damage to the unit, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page iii Table of Contents About Your New BC350C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 What is Scanning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Types of Communication ..................................................2 What is Searching? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 What is Trunk Tracking? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Where to Obtain More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 1 About Your New BC350C The BC350C is not just a scanner. It is a brand new information radio with automatic scanning capabilities. The built-in Service Scan system brings you instantly into the exciting world of scanning action. Best of all, you don’t even have to program the scanner to begin using it! The BC350C comes with 6 Service banks for monitoring police, fire/emergency medical services, marine, air, weather, and CB frequencies.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 2 What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed below) do not transmit continuously. The BC350C scans programmed channels at the rate of up to 100 channels per second until it locates an active frequency. When scanning stops on an active frequency, it remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 3 What is Searching? The BC350C can search each of its 13 bands to find active frequencies. This is different from scanning because you are searching for frequencies that have not been programmed into your scanner’s channels. The scanner automatically chooses between two speeds (Search and Turbo Search) while searching.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 4 What is Trunk Tracking? Conventional scanning is a simple concept. You enter a radio frequency in your scanner’s memory which is used by someone you want to monitor. For example, the police in your area may transmit on 460.500 MHz, the fire department on 154.445 MHz, the highway department on 37.900 MHz, etc.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 5 Where to Obtain More Information Before you can scan the Private bank, you must program the police, fire, EMS, or other interesting frequencies into the Scanners Channels. The Frequency Guide lists typical frequencies used around the U.S.A. and Canada that you may program into your new scanner. However, this is not a complete list of frequencies for your area.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 6 Included with Your Scanner Package • BC350C Auto Scanner • Telescoping Antenna (Model AT-124) • Fixable Mobile Antenna (AT002) • AC Adapter (Model AD-140U) • Cigarette Lighter Adapter Plug (CD007 (PS001)) • DC Power Cord (WZ647) for hard wiring power from your car to your scanner.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 7 Summary of Features The BC350C is a compact mobile/base scanner, and one of the most user friendly communication products available today. The BC350C features: • Turbo search – Allows your BC350C to search 300 steps per second. (5 kHz step band only) • Seven Banks – 6 pre-programmed Service banks and one standard, programmable Private bank.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 8 Installing the BC350C For Home Use (Desktop Installation) 1. Insert the DC plug end of the AC Adapter into the DC 13.8V jack on the rear panel. 2. Plug the AC Adapter into a standard 120V AC wall outlet. 3. Plug the Telescoping Antenna into the ANT connector. Extend the antenna to its full height. For frequencies higher than 406 MHz, shortening the antenna may improve the reception. 4. Use the desktop stand for a better viewing and operating angle.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 9 Connecting the Antenna Plug Connect the mobile antenna plug into the ANT connector on the rear panel. (For more information on antenna installation, please refer to the instruction guide that came with your antenna.) Mounting the Radio for Everyday Use The BC350C can be mounted using the mounting bracket (optional). This bracket is available from the Uniden parts department (see page 5) 1. Select an ideal location in your vehicle to mount the BC350C.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 10 Controls and Functions [HOLD] KEY Press [HOLD] to stop scanning or searching. Press any bank key or [SEARCH] to deactivate Hold Mode. In the Hold Mode, [UP] and [DOWN] are active. [UP] & [DOWN] KEYS These keys are used in several different ways: To manually step up or down a frequency/channel in any Hold Mode, use [UP] or [DOWN]. Frequency/channel steps are all preset for each band (see Technical Specifications on page 32).
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 11 Then use [UP] or [DOWN] to step through all 50 channels manually (including Locked Out channels). [FIRE/EMS] KEY Press [FIRE/EMS] to start scanning fire and emergency medical frequencies. The Fire/EMS bank already has 280 pre-programmed frequencies. They are used for fire department and emergency medical communications.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 12 [WX] KEY 8 NOAA weather broadcasts and 2 Canadian marine weather broadcasts frequencies are programmed into the Weather (WX) bank. Press [WX] to find your local weather channel. [CB] KEY 40 CB channels are programmed into the CB bank. Press [CB] to start scanning CB channels. [SEARCH] KEY Press [SEARCH] to start searching active frequencies within the band previously selected with [BAND].
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 13 Press this key as many times as it takes to find the band you want to search. IMPORTANT: This key has a very important secondary function. In Program Mode, you can press [BAND] to leave this mode. [PROG] KEY This key initiates and completes programming. It is active whenever a steady frequency appears on the display. Press [PROG] to start Programming Mode.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 MEMO LOCK Switch 12:42 PM Page 14 In the ON position, the Program ([PROG]) key is disabled. This prevents any unauthorized programming or accidental entries. When programming is disabled, pressing [PROG] emits the multibeep and displays "Prg-Loc". ANT. (Antenna) Connector Connect your Antenna plug here. If you have a Motorola-type plug, use the optional adapter (PLG 134). EXT. SP.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:42 PM Page 15 Screens The following illustrates some of the screen displays you will use: The digits and words on the screen at the left are shown for reference only. They do not all display at the same time. SCAN Screen " " scrolls through the display right to left. The display shows scanning the Police bank. SCAN, HOLD Screen (in PRIVATE bank) This screen displays the channel number and frequency the scanner has stopped on [HOLD] has also been pressed.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 16 Band Screen When pressing [BAND], the band you are currently searching appears on the display. Press [BAND] again or press [UP] or [DOWN] within 3 seconds to change to another band. This display changes automatically to the Search screen. Programming Lock Screen When you see this screen, you will not be able to program any frequencies into your scanner. Press any bank key, [BAND], or [SEARCH] to erase this display.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 17 Scanning Overview You can scan in one of three ways: 1. Service Bank Scanning Press one of the six service bank keys, [POLICE], [FIRE/EMS], [AIR/MRN], [WX], or [CB] to find an active frequency. 2. Band Search Select a frequency band to search. The Search function is different from scanning. It searches for any active frequency step by step within the lower and upper limits of the band.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 18 3. Set the squelch at the scanning threshold by turning [SQ] counterclockwise just until the noise disappears. 4. Press any of the Service bank keys: [POLICE], [FIRE/EMS], [AIR/MRN], [WX], or [CB]. The scanner automatically starts scanning the selected bank. Note: Later, when you have learned how to program channels in the Private bank, you can press [PRIVATE] to scan your favorite collections. 5. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 19 Scanning To start scanning, press any bank key: [POLICE], [FIRE/EMS], [AIR/MRN], [WX], [CB], or [PRIVATE] keys. When the BC350C is scanning, you can see the "SCAN" message moving across the display. Scanning stops on any active channel automatically and displays its frequency, except those channels programmed with L/O (Lock Out). Scanning resumes when you press the bank key or [UP] key. To stop scanning at any time, press [HOLD].
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 20 Notes: • All weather channels transmit continuous broadcasts. Once the Weather scan stops on a transmission, it will remain on that channel. Weather scan will not resume automatically. You must press [WX] again to reactivate scanning. In some parts of the country, you may not be able to monitor weather broadcasts, such as in low-lying areas. Normally a higher location will improve the reception.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 21 Searching for Locked Out Channels In Scan Mode, you will not see locked out channels. However, to search for locked out channels and display them on the screen, use [UP] and [DOWN] in Scan/Hold Mode. These keys will enable you to search manually through the bank in Hold Mode only. " L/O " will appear on the screen to indicate the locked out channel. Restoring a Locked Out Channel Suppose you want to unlock Channel 12 of the Private bank.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 22 Band Search The BC350C can search up to 13 separate frequency bands to help you discover new and exciting frequencies in your area. To start searching, press [SEARCH]. Searching starts from the frequency most recently used. Press [UP] or [DOWN] to change the searching direction. Searching stops on any active frequency automatically and displays its frequency.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 23 To restore one locked out frequency, place the scanner in the Hold Mode, use [UP] or [DOWN] to find the locked out frequency. Then press [L/O] to unlock the frequency and place it back in the search rotation. To restore all locked out frequencies in any band, press and hold [L/O] key for more than 2 seconds while in the Hold Mode.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 24 Programming Frequencies For the Police, Fire/EMS, or Private bank, you can store your favorite frequencies into the channels of each bank, one frequency per channel. • You can program any displayed frequency on the screen. • If you do not know any local frequencies you can search for an active frequency by scanning any service bank or searching any selected band. Then, when you find a desired frequency, program that frequency to the bank.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 25 Programming from SCAN Mode: When you find an interesting active police frequency while scanning, and want to program it into the private bank (see "Scanning" on page 19) to monitor their communications: 1. Press [HOLD]. “HOLD” appears on the display. 2. Press [PROG]. CH appears and blinks to indicate that you are in the Programming Mode. To change the displayed frequency, use [UP] or [DOWN] while “CH” is blinking. 3. Press [PRIVATE].
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 26 Programming from SEARCH Mode: For example, when you find an interesting active frequency while searching 144 - 148 band, and want to program it into the Private bank (see "Band Search" on page 22 to search a frequency): 1. Press [HOLD]. “HOLD” appears in the display. 2. Press [PROG]. CH appears and blinking to indicate that you are in the programming mode. To change the displayed frequency, use [UP] or [DOWN] while “CH” is blinking. 3. Press [PRIVATE].
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 27 Deleting a Programmed Frequency (programming "000.0000") You can erase a programmed frequency in a channel. To do this, find and display "000.0000", and then program "000.0000" into its channel. 1. Find and display "000.0000" on the screen You can choose either of two ways: a. If there is an open channel in the scanner, find "000.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 28 2. Program "000.0000" into its Channel For example to erase a programmed frequency in channel 13 of the Private bank: 1) Press [PRIVATE] while this screen appears. To display this screen, see step 1 above. "PRIVATE" appears in the display. 2 screens alternate to indicate that Channel 1 is ready to be programmed. 2) Use [UP] or [DOWN] to select Channel 13. Now, Channel 13 is ready to be programmed. To cancel programming, press [BAND].
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 29 Helpful Hints General Use • Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power. • Always press each keypad button firmly until you hear the entry tone for that key entry. Location • If strong interference or electrical noise is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the noise. A higher elevation, if possible, may provide better reception. You might also try changing the height or angle of the telescoping antenna.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 30 Troubleshooting If your BC350C is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. PROBLEM Scanner won’t work PROBLEM • Check the connections at both ends of the AC Adapter. • Turn on the wall switch of your room. You could be using an outlet controlled by the wall switch. Move the AC Adapter to another wall outlet. • Check the connections at both ends of the DC cord or cigarette lighter cord. • Check to see if the fuse is blown.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 PROBLEM Scan won’t start 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 31 PROBLEM • Press the bank key again. • Adjust the Squelch Control. • For the Private bank scanning program frequencies into the bank before using. Search won’t start • Adjust the Squelch Control. • Check the antenna connection. PROGRAM key won’t work • Scan or search must first be stopped. If you still have a problem • Call our customer hotline at 1-800-297-1023. • MEMO LOCK Switch is ON.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 32 Technical Specifications Banks: Total 7 banks: 6 Service banks and 1 Private bank. POLICE: 1769 programmed plus 30 programmable channels FIRE/EMS: 280 programmed plus 20 programmable channels AIR: 1,519 programmed. (All aircraft) MRN: 51 Programmed. (All Marine) WX: 10 programmed. (8 for NOAA weather service and 2 for CANADA) CB: 40 programmed.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 33 Scan Rate: 100 channels per second Search Rate: 100 steps per second / 300 steps per second (5 kHz steps band only) Scan Delay: 2 seconds Audio Output: Max 2.7 W Antenna: 50 ohms (Impedance) Operating Temperature: – 20ºC (– 4ºF) to + 60ºC (+ 140ºF) Size: 5-3/16"(W) x 5-3/4"(D) x 1-5/8"(H) Weight: 1 lb 6.5 oz. Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Sub-part C as of date of manufacture.
UB317Z (BC350C) 0916 9/16/03 12:43 PM Page 34 One Year Limited Warranty Important: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service. WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION ("Uniden") ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below.
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