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Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following: 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. n IMPORTANT! Be sure to use only the supplied earphone, or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32W). Use of an incorrect earphone or other impedance may be potentially hazardous to your hearing.
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Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Contents About Your New UBC180XLT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What is Scanning?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What is Searching? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Types of Communication. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Feature Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen About Your New UBC180XLT The UBC180XLT is a brand new state-of-the-art information radio with automatic scanning capabilities. It can store frequencies such as sporting events, police, fire/emergency, and other communications into 10 banks of 10 channels each. Please be aware that restrictions apply on monitoring of nonpublic services.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Types of Communication You will be able to monitor communication such as: » » » » » » » » Automobile, boat, and marathon races Golf tournaments Traffic information Police and fire department (including rescue and paramedics) Land transportation, such as trucking firms, buses, taxis, tow trucks, and railroads Marine and amateur radio.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Unpacking Carefully check the contents against this list: n n n n n n n n UBC180XLT Twin Turbo Sports Scanner Rubber Antenna AC Adapter/Charger (UAD-2500U) Earphone Belt Clip with 2 Screws Battery (BP-180) This Operating Guide Nickel-Cadmium Battery Disposal Notice Please read this Operating Guide thoroughly before operating the scanner. 4 8 Y:...UBC180XLT(7_15).
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Feature Highlights ◆ Twin Turbo Scan & Search —This lightning-fast technology enables the UBC180XLT to scan nearly 100 channels per second. Search speed is selectable between 100 and 300 steps per second. (300 steps per second only in bands with 5 kHz steps.) Because the frequency coverage is so large (see previous section for band listing), very fast scanning and searching are essential.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Controls and Indicators Top View Antenna Connector Connect the rubber antenna to the BNC connector and turn clockwise until it locks. Earphone Jack Plug the supplied earphone into this jack for private listening. When the earphone is connected, the internal speaker is disconnected. Note the warning on the Inside Front Cover and on page 11.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen B. Channel Number — Indicates the current channel that the scanner is on. C. Memory Bank Numbers — Each Memory Bank consists of 10 channels that you can select or deselect during scanning operation, using the numeric keypad. When you select a Bank, its number appears on the display. When you deselect a Bank, its number disappears from the display. When you press to stop scanning, only the Bank of the current channel appears. D.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen to stop 3. In SCAN or SEARCH Mode, press scanning. (HOLD appears on the display.) In Manual mode, press to step up the channel. 4. NUMERIC KEYPAD — Use these keys to program a channel for scanning. Also use to access a channel directly with . During SCAN Mode, use these keys to select or deselect any of the 10 memory banks. (Only the selected bank indicator(s) appear on the display.) Note: You cannot deactivate all 10 banks at the same time.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 8. Press /ALERT to change the display mode when you program frequency or Alpha characters. Press and hold /ALERT to set the Alert Beep function in Manual mode. 9. Use /CLR to enter the decimal point when programming a frequency into a channel. If you make an entry error, press /CLR before the key to erase the entry, and start over. Also, use /CLR to clear the error message display. 10.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Setup The UBC180XLT comes with a rechargeable NickelCadmium Battery Pack. When fully charged, this Battery Pack will supply up to 12 hours of dependable use. (With the Squelch control in “closed” position.) Before using the UBC180XLT for the first time, or whenever the LOW BATTERY Indicator appears on the LCD display, you should fully charge the Battery Pack. Note: When the Battery Pack is low, the Low Battery Indicator will start to blink.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Installing the Belt Clip 1. Place the Belt Clip on the mounting area on the back of the scanner, making sure the holes in the clip line up with the threads in the back of the scanner. 2. Insert the 2 screws into the corresponding holes and tighten. CAUTION: Do not tighten the screws too tight. You could damage the case or clip. Using the Earphone The PHONE jack at the top of the UBC180XLT is a standard 3.5mm stereo phone jack.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Operation Overview Note: Before operating the UBC180XLT for the first time, make sure you have fully charged the Battery Pack. 1. Before turning on the scanner, rotate the Squelch Control fully clockwise. 2. Turn the scanner on by rotating the On-Off/Volume Control clockwise until you hear a click. Turn the Volume Control a small amount clockwise to a low listening level. 3. You should hear either a “rushing” noise or some communications.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Any channels that are not programmed (000.0000) are skipped during scan. When the UBC180XLT is in SCAN Mode, the display will look something like this: n SEARCH The Search function is different from Scan. When you select a frequency band to search, the scanner searches for any active frequency within the lower and upper limits of the band. Also, when you program frequency range, you can search within the frequency range.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Programming Channels Before you can scan, you must program the channels within a bank. You can store one frequency per channel, up to 100 channels. Note: If appears on the display (keypad Locked), unlock the keypad by pressing and holding until disappears. There are two ways to program a channel: n Manually select a channel and frequency, using the numeric keypad. n Search a band to find an active frequency, and then directly store it into a channel. A.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 7. If that frequency is already stored in another channel, you will hear a “beep”, and the other channel number will appear on the display. If you want to store the frequency in the selected channel (18) as well, press again. The frequency will blink twice to confirm the programming. Or, you can press and enter another frequency for the currently selected channel.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 2. Press and hold the /BAND key to display the preprogrammed Search Bands. Use the and keys or VFO control until you see the Band you want. 3. Wait for at least 2 seconds or press /BAND for Search to begin. If you wish to change the search direction, press and hold or to search in an up or down direction. 4. When Search stops on a desired frequency, press to stay on that frequency.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 3. Press . The Edit cursor flashes. Note: If the frequency of the channel has not been programmed, you cannot program the Alpha Name on the channel. 4. To select the edit position, press cursor to the right or to move the Edit to move it to the left. 5. Select the character using VFO Control. Turn clockwise to move 0 - 9, A - z and other characters and stop the control at the letter you wish to store. 6.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Scanning Bank Scanning 1. If SCAN is not indicated on the display, press . The UBC180XLT should begin scanning. The indicators for the selected Banks (1 through 10) appear on the display. The indicator of the Bank currently being monitored flashes. While the UBC180XLT is scanning, the word SCAN moves across the display. Scanning stops on any active channel that is not “Locked Out”, and displays the Channel Number and frequency or Alpha Name.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen To access a specific channel: 1. Press . 2. Enter the channel number using the numeric keys. 3. Press again. Priority Scan The UBC180XLT has 10 Priority Channels, 1 per Bank. Initially these are the first channel in each Bank. (e.g. Channel 1, Channel 11, Channel 21, and so on.) In priority scan mode, the scanner checks the Priority Channel(s) every 2 seconds during the Scan cycle. If a transmission is received, the scanner will stop at that channel.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Locking Out Channels You may have programmed certain channels that you do not want to hear every time you scan. These might be channels that are busy a major portion of the time, causing the scanner to stop at the channel(s) often enough to interrupt the scan cycle. You can Lock Out those channels so they are not scanned. 1. Go directly to the channel using any of the methods described above. 2. Press . L/O appears on the display.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Searching Band Search The UBC180XLT has 14 Preprogrammed Search Bands. You can search any of these Bands to find desired frequencies if you do not have a Frequency Directory handy, or if new stations have been added since the Directory was published. 1. Press and hold /BAND to enter the Band Search Mode. Then the upper and lower limits of the band currently selected are displayed. 2. Use VFO control, or to select the band you wish to search. 3.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 4. Enter the higher limit of your search range. 5. Press . Using the Limit Search 1. Press /BAND to enter Limit Search mode. 2. Press or to stop searching. (”HOLD” appears on the display.) VFO search You can search by using VFO control. 1. In Manual mode, enter the frequency by using the number keypad and turnVFO control. -- OR -In Band Search or Limit Search, press then enter the frequency by using the number keypad, and turn the VFO control.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Care and Maintenance Replacing the Battery Pack 1. Turn the On-Off/Volume Control OFF. 2. Turn the scanner over so you are looking at the back. If the Belt clip is attached, remove it by taking out the two screws. 3. Press in on the ribbed area and slide the Battery Cover down and off. 4. Carefully unplug the Battery pack and lift it out of the case.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 6. Insert the Battery Pack by placing the bottom in the case first. Make sure it is seated within the case before replacing the Battery Cover. 7. Replace the Battery Cover by putting the two tabs in the corresponding opening and sliding it upward until it locks in place. Location n If strong interference or electrical noise is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the noise.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Birdies All scanners are subject to receiving undesired signals or birdies. If your scanner stops during SEARCH Mode and no sound is heard, it may be receiving a birdie. Birdies are internally generated signals inherent in the electronics of the scanner. Use the Search Skip feature to skip the unwanted frequencies. Narrow band responses (start scanning without reason) occur in the VHF low band in case of strong signals around 367MHz.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts ITEM PART NO. Spare Battery Pack BP-180 Replacement Rubber Antenna AT-218 Earphone EP-009 AC Adapter/Charger UAD-2500U Straight Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) UA-502 Coiled Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) UA-502A Belt Clip with 2 screws BCK-150 UBC180XLT Operating Guide OM UBC180XLT 26 30 Y:...UBC180XLT(7_15).
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Troubleshooting If your UBC180XLT is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. PROBLEM Scanner won’t work. SOLUTION Check the power connections. Check the volume and squelch. Make sure the power switch is turned on. Improper reception. Check the antenna connection. You may be in a fringe area. Reposition the scanner. Scan won’t stop. Adjust the Squelch Control. Check the antenna connection.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Technical Specifications Receiver Type: Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Channels: 100 Banks: Total 10 Banks 10 Channels each Search Bands: 14 Preprogrammed Search bands (FM or AM) No. RANGE (MHz) BAND STEP (kHz) 1 25.0000-29.9950 FM 5 2 30.0000-79.9875 FM 12.5 3 80.0000-82.9900 FM 10 4 83.0000-87.2625 FM 12.5 5 108.0000-136.9875 AM 12.5/8.33 selectable 6 138.0000-157.9875 FM 12.5 7 158.0000-160.5900 FM 10 8 160.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Size: 2-1/2" (W) x 1-3/4" (D) x 11-3/4" (H) (with antenna attached) 65 mm (W) x 39.5 mm (D) x 296.5 mm (H) (w/antenna w/o belt clip) Weight: 0.71 lb. (320 g) Power Requirements: 4.8V DC (internal battery or AC Adapter/Charger) Features, specifications, and availability of optional accessories are all subject to change without notice. 29 33 Y:...UBC180XLT(7_15).
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Declaration of Conformity We: Uniden Corporation 2-12-7 Hatchobori Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-8512 Japan declare, under our sole responsibility, that this equipment “Uniden Bearcat model UBC180XLT” is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of the EMC, R&TTE and LVD Council Directives of the EU. 30 34 Y:...UBC180XLT(7_15).
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Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen COVERED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING U.S. PATENTS: 4,627,100 4,841,302 4,888,815 4,932,074 4,947,456 5,014,348 5,199,109 5,408,692 5,428,826 5,438,688 5,448,256 5,465,402 5,471,660 5,483,684 5,548,832 5,530,296 5,551,071 5,574,995 5,577,076 5,598,430 5,600,223 5,642,424 5,710,992 5,896,422 5,991,346 5,991,603 6,012,158 6,025,758 6,034,573 6,064,270 6,266,521 ©2003 Uniden Corporation. UBZZ01302AZ 37 Y:...UBC180XLT(7_15).
