Uniden America UB337 Moble Type Scanner User Manual users manual

Uniden America Corporation Moble Type Scanner users manual

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BC340CRSOWNER’SMANUALOWNER'S MANUALUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 1
Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following.IMPORTANT! This scanning radio has been manufactured so that it will not tune to theradio frequencies assigned by the FCC for cellular telephone usage. TheElectronic Communications Privacy Act of 1986, as amended, makes it afederal crime to intentionally intercept cellular or cordless telephonetransmissions or to market this radio when altered to receive them. Theinstallation, possession, or use of this scanning radio in a motor vehiclemay be prohibited, regulated, or require a permit in certain states, cities,and/or local jurisdictions. Your local law enforcement officials should beable to provide you with information regarding the laws in yourcommunity. Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved byUniden, or operation of this product in any way other than as detailed bythis Operating Guide, could void your authority to operate this product.EARPHONE WARNING!You can use an optional 32 Ωstereo headset or earphone with thisscanner. Use of an incorrect earphone or stereo headset might bepotentially hazardous to your hearing. The output of the phone jack ismonaural, but you will hear it in both headphones of a stereo headset. Set the speaker volume to a comfortable level before plugging in either amonaural earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32 Ω).Otherwise, you might experience some discomfort or possible hearingdamage if the volume suddenly becomes too loud because of the volumecontrol or squelch control setting. This is particularly true for the type ofearphone that is placed in the ear canal.2PrecautionsPrecautionsUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 2
WARNING!Uniden does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the riskof fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Uniden®and Bearcat®are registered trademarks of Uniden AmericaCorporation.Other trademarks used throughout this manual are the property of theirrespective holders.Important: If you use the supplied AC adapter to power the scanner buthave not installed batteries in the scanner, never turn the scanner off bydisconnecting the AC adapter or unplugging it from the AC outlet. Thismight corrupt the scanner’s memory. Always use POWER to turn thescanner off before disconnecting AC power.3PrecautionsUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 3
The FCC Wants You to Know . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Scanning Legally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Unpacking Your Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Setting Up The Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Connecting Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Connecting an Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Using the Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Using the Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Setting the Current Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Setting the Alarm Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Using Snooze . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Listening to AM/FM/TV Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Directly Selecting a Channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Using AM/FM/TV Channel Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Using the Scanner Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Programming Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Selecting a Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Scanning Memory Banks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Locking/Unlocking Memories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Using Priority Scan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Setting Channel Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Searching for Active Frequencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Using Limit Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Programming an Upper/Lower Limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Searching the Selected Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Using Service Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Selecting a Service to Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Saving a Found Frequency into a Scan Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Search Lockouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .264ContentsContentsUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 4
Listening to Weather Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Care and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28General Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Birdies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Resetting the Scanner (Clearing all Memories) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28One-Year Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .295ContentsUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 5
This scanner has been tested and found to comply with the limits for ascanning receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference ina residential installation. This scanner generates, uses, and can radiateradio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance withthe instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particularinstallation. If this scanner does cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can be determined by turning the scanner onand off, you are encouraged to try to correct the interference by one ormore of the following measures:• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna• Increase the separation between the scanner and the receiverThis device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.Scanning LegallyYour scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups,including police and fire departments, ambulance services, governmentagencies, private companies, amateur radio services, military operations,pager services, and wireline (telephone and telegraph) service providers.It is legal to listen to almost every transmission your scanner can receive.However, there are some transmissions that you should neverintentionally listen to. These include: • Telephone conversations (cellular, cordless, or other private means oftelephone signal transmission) • Pager transmissions • Any scrambled or encrypted transmissions According to the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), you aresubject to fines and possible imprisonment for intentionally listening to,using, or divulging the contents of such a conversation unless you havethe consent of a party to the conversation (unless such activity isotherwise illegal). This scanner has been designed to prevent thereception of cellular telephone transmissions and the decoding ofscrambled transmissions. 6The FCC Wants You to KnowThe FCC Wants You to KnowUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 6
This is done to comply with the legal requirement that scanners bemanufactured so they are not easy to modify to pick up thesetransmissions. Do not open your scanner’s case to make anymodifications that could allow it to pick up transmissions that are illegal tomonitor. Modifying or tampering with your scanner’s internal componentsor using it in a way other than as described in this manual couldinvalidate your warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. Insome areas, mobile and/or portable use of this scanner is unlawful orrequires a permit. Check the laws in your area. It is also illegal in manyareas (and a bad idea everywhere) to interfere with the duties of publicsafety officials by traveling to the scene of an incident withoutauthorization. 7The FCC Wants You to KnowUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 7
Please unpack this box carefully and make sure you have: 8Unpacking Your ScannerUnpacking Your ScannerBC340CRS ScannerIf any item is missing or obviously damaged, call the Uniden Parts Deptat (800) 297-1023 Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM oronline at www.uniden.com to remedy the situation.This Owners Manual Other Printed MaterialAM Loop Antenna AC AdapterTelescopic AntennaUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 8
Your BC340CRS scanner is a multi-featured conventional channelscanner. You can easily enter and store frequencies for police,fire/emergency, marine, air, amateur, and other radio services into 100channels distributed over ten banks. The scanner also lets you listen toNOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weatherbroadcasts for valuable information specific to your location. Use yourscanner to monitor: • Analog public safety channels• Police and fire departments (including rescue and paramedics) • NOAA weather transmissions (including 3 Canadian Coast Guardchannels) • Business/Industrial radio and utilities• Marine and amateur (ham radio) bands • Aircraft (commercial and private) band• Railroad• AM/FM Broadcast Stations• TV Channels 2-13Your scanner can monitor the following bands.9IntroductionIntroductionBand Lower Limit Upper Limit StepNo. (MHz) (MHz) Modulation (kHz) Service1 0.5300 1.700 AM 10 AM Broadcast2 25.0000 27.9950 AM 5 AM Band3 28.0000 29.9950 FM 5 10 Meter Amateur Band4 30.0000 49.9950 FM 5 VHF Low Band5 50.0000 54.0000 FM 5 6 Meter Amateur Band6 59.7500 WFM 600 TV Broadcast Ch. 2 - 665,750071.750081.750087.75007 88.0000 107.9000 WFM 100 FM Broadcast8 108.0000 136.9875 AM 12.5 Aircraft9 137.0000 143.9950 FM 5 Military Land Mobile10 144.0000 147.9950 FM 5 2 Meter Amateur Band11 148.0000 174.0000 FM 5 VHF High Band12 179.7500 WFM 600 TV Broadcast185.7500 Ch. 7 - 13191.7500197.7500203.7500209.7500215.750013 406.0000 419.9937 FM 6.25 Fed. Gov. Land Mobile14 420.0000 449.9937 FM 6.25 70cm Amateur Band15 450.0000 469.9937 FM 6.25 UHF Standard Band16 470.0000 512.0000 FM 6.25 UHF TelevisionUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 9
FeaturesChannel Memory Scanning — Scans frequencies you have stored inany of the channels or banks at a rate of up to 60 per second.Memory Availability — Store and then scan any of up to 100 channelsdistributed over 10 banks.Direct Channel Access — Press 0−9and HOLD to directly access anystored frequency.Channel Lockout/Frequency Lockout — Skip over stored frequencies(channels) using the Lockout feature to enable faster scanning. Lets youdesignate up to fifty frequencies to skip during a search (limit or service)to increase the scanning speed.Alarm Clock with Snooze — provides standard radio broadcasts thatyou can set as your alarm sound.AM/FM and TV 2-13 Broadcast — lets you store up to 30 presetbroadcast channels (10 AM and 20 FM/TV) for quick access.Priority Channel — Designate a specific frequency as a PriorityChannel. Then the radio scans and checks that channel every 2 seconds.Select and designate up to 10 frequencies as Priority Channels (one perbank).Duplicate Channel Alert — Lets you know that a selected frequency hasalready been programmed into memory if you attempt to store it again.Limit Frequency Searching — Lets you designate lower and upperfrequency range and search within that range for active frequencies. You can then store frequencies in memory as channels for later recall.Service Search — Lets you designate one of the five preprogrammedservice channels (Police, Fire/EMS, Air, Ham, Marine) to search.Weather (WX) Scan — Scan the preprogrammed weather channels.Scan and Search Speed• Scan Speed 60 channels per second maximum in SCAN MODE.• Search Speed 60 channels or 60 channels per second maximum in SEARCH MODE.• TURBO MODE For frequency steps 5kHz apart, scanning occurs in Turbo Mode which is 180 channels or 80 Steps per second.10IntroductionUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 10
Clock Display — the scanner, in standby by mode, displays the time.The clock also features an alarm that can sound up to 20 minutes or beshut off manually. A convenient snooze button lets you silence the alarmfor an extra 5-minutes.Delay — you can enable or disable the 2-second delay to resumescanning when a transmission ends. Enabling this feature helps preventmissing a response from one of the parties in the transmission.LCD Backlight — you can enable or disable the LCD back lighteddisplay.Key Touch Tone — a tone sounds to confirm you have made a valid keyinput while a different tone sounds to alert you to an invalid entry.EEPROM Memory Backup — the scanner uses a non-volatile EEPROMfor memory backup.Battery Alert — A battery icon alerts you to a no battery installedcondition, and a battery low voltage condition. An alert tone sounds whenthe battery needs to be replaced. The backup provides backup for theclock when power is off and will power scanning for a short time.Auto Power Off — turns the scanner off when the battery power gets too low.11IntroductionUB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 11
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13Introduction1 VOLUME Control — lets you raise or lower the level of the sound.2 SQUELCH Control — lets you set the signal level required to receive atransmission. If you open the squelch all the way, you will hear hissingbetween transmissions. This lets you hear weak signals, but prevent scanning.As you close squelch, a stronger signal is required to stop scanning and openaudio. You normally set the control to a point just where hissing on allchannels stops between transmissions.3 SCAN — press to begin scanning the channels or to resume scanning.4 ALARM Select — Set to Off to disable alarm; Set to Radio to enable theradio alarm; Set to Tone to enable the tone alarm.5 SNOOZE/Backlight — Backlight: Press Tap to turn the LCD backlight on for15 seconds. Press and hold to permanently turn on the backlight. Tap again toturn off the backlightor off. Snooze: Press while the alarm sounds to silence the alarm for 5 minutes.6 TIME Set — Use to select your desired operation: Alarm Set; Clock Set;Clock.7 HOLD — press to temporarily stop scanning, limit searching, or weatherscanning and remain on the channel. The scanner displays the channel onhold. Press again to resume searching or scanning.8 E/PGM — Press to enter the Program Mode. In Program Mode, enter thedesired frequency using the numeric keys. Then press E/PGM to store thatfrequency into the memory.In Limit Search Mode, after entering the frequency, press E/PGM to programthe upper and lower limit frequency.9 0 to 9 — use the numeric keys in four basic operations:• press a numeric key to enter a frequency.• press a numeric key to change a channel using the Direct Channel Access feature.• press a numeric key while scanning to enable or disable the associated scanning bank memory bands.10 POWER — Press to turn power on and off. The time displays when power isoff (standby mode).11 ./CLR — this key has three functions:• press to input a decimal point when you enter a frequency.• press to cancel a numeric key input −0to 9• press to clear an error display.UB337ZH(BC340CRS) 11/29/05 7:41 PM Page 13
14Introduction12 SEARCH/AM — In Scanner mode press to start a Limit Search or to resumesearching. In AM/FM mode, press to select the AM memory bank. In Service mode, press to select the POLICE service.13 L/O FM1 — In Scanner mode, press to lock or unlock a channel memory inSCAN (HOLD) or PROGRAM mode.In Search mode, press to set or clear a selected frequency previously lockedout in the LIMIT SEARCH or SERVICE SEARCH (Hold) mode. In AM/FMmode, press to select the FM1 memory bank.In Service mode, press to select the FIRE/EMS service.14 DELAY/FM2 — In Scanner mode, press to turn the delay option on/off. InAM/FM mode, press to select the FM2 memory bank.In Service mode, press to select the AIR service.15 PRI/MEM — In Scanner mode, press to set a Priority channel for Scan Holdmode and Program mode.In Service mode, press to select HAM service.In Program mode, press to set the Priority channel setting. In SCAN andSCAN HOLD, press to set Priority Scan on or off. In AM/FM mode, press to select Memory Mode to allow quick channel recallusing the 0-9 keys.16 SVC/DIR — In Scanner mode press to change to Service Search mode. InAM/FM mode, press to change to Direct Entry mode to allow channelfrequency selection using the up / down arrows or 0-9 keys.In Service mode, press to select the MARINE service.17 MODE Switch — Use to select the desired mode: AM/FM; Weather;Scanner. (Slide switch must be set to Clock)18 ▼— Press and release to move down through channel numbers in thefollowing HOLD modes: SCAN, PROGRAM, SERVICE SEARCH, and WX orthe step frequency in LIMIT SEARCH, and AM/FM mode. (refer to thefrequency and step table on page 9)Press and hold for more than 1 second to have the changes run continuously.19 ▲— Press and release to move up through channel numbers in the followingHOLD modes: SCAN, PROGRAM, SERVICE SEARCH, and WX or the stepfrequency in LIMIT SEARCH, and AM/FM mode. (refer to the frequency andstep table on page 9)Press and hold for more than 1 second to have the changes run continuously.20 Antenna Connector — connect an external antenna using a BNC connector.AM Loop Antenna — connect the supplied loop antenna and position it forbest AM Broadcast radio reception.21 HEADPHONE Jack — lets you use an headphone for private listening.UB337ZH(BC340CRS) 11/29/05 7:41 PM Page 14
15Introduction11to 10 — Scan mode: indicates Channel memory Bank AM/FM mode:indicates a radio station2L/O — Indicates a Locked Out channel or to skip a frequency while searching3SRCH — Indicates Limit Search mode & Service Search mode4DELAY — Indicates a 2 second set delay for a channel before scanningresumes5PGM — Indicates Program mode6Battery — Flashes when the battery power is low. Non-flashing: no battery installed7ALARM — Indicates the alarm is enabled. Flashes when alarm sounds or if Snooze is selected8PRI — Indicates the designated Priority channel9HOLD — Indicates a hold in Scan, Search, or WX10 POLICE — Indicates a Police service search11 FIRE/EMS — Indicates searching the Fire or Emergency Medical Services12 AM/PM — Indicates AM/PM and appears in Clock mode13 AIR — Indicates searching commercial and private Air communications14 HAM — Indicates searching amateur radio services15 MARINE — Indicates searching commercial and private watercraftcommunicationsNotes:The backlight turns off automatically after 15 seconds from the last keystroke (if not permanently turned on).The scanner sounds special tones as follows:• to confirm key entry.• to indicate an error in key entry,• to indicate low battery voltage.110 11 12 13 14 157 982 43 5 6LCDUB337ZH(BC340CRS) 11/29/05 7:41 PM Page 15
16Setting Up The ScannerSetting Up The ScannerThese guidelines will help you install and use your new scanner:• If your scanner receives interference or electrical noise, move thescanner or its antenna away from the source. You might also trychanging the height or angle of the antennas.• Use an optional mono earphone or mono headset with properimpedance for private listening.• Do not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such as in thekitchen or bathroom.• Avoid placing the scanner in direct sunlight or near heating elementsor vents.Connecting Power• Insert the supplied ACAdapter’s barrel plug into thepower jack on the back of thescanner. Then plug theAdapter into a standardhousehold outlet that supplies120V AC, 60Hz. Do not plugthe adapter into a switchcontrolled outlet.• Open the battery compartmentand insert 3 AA batteries. Be sure to note the polaritymarkings in the batterycompartment. You can useeither alkaline or rechargeablebatteries, but the scanner willnot recharge batteries in thecompartment.• Use only fresh alkaline orrechargeable AA batteries.• Always remove old or weakbatteries. Batteries can leakchemicals that destroyelectronic circuits.• Do not mix old an new batteries, different types of batteries(standard, alkaline, or rechargeable) or rechargeable batteries ofdifferent capacities.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:24 PM Page 16
17Setting Up The ScannerNote that the batteries are intended to provide backup power for the clockand for scanning for a short time. When the backup batteries becomestoo low, appears. Promptly replace the batteries.When you either install battery(s) or connect the AC Adapter to astandard US wall outlet, the scanner powers on and goes to STANDBYmode. The display shows the initial clock time of 12:00 AM. The scannerremains in STANDBY mode.Connecting an AntennaThe scanner uses anexternal loop antenna toreceive AM broadcaststations and an externalantenna to receive allother signals. Connect thesupplied rod antenna bypushing the antenna’sconnector onto theantenna jack on the backof the scanner andtwisting it to the desired angle. Connect the two wires from the loopantenna to the AM RADIO ANT terminals on the back of the scanner.* Carefully remove the tube inserted before using theAM Antenna Jack. When the Jack is not in use, keepthe tube mounted.You can also use an external antenna (not supplied) to help to bring inweaker signals. Use RG58, 50-Ohm lead with a BNC connector toconnect the antenna to the scanner. Connect and mount the antennaaccording to the instructions provided with the antenna.CAUTION: Be sure to follow all safety warnings provided with theantenna. Failure to do so could expose you to risk of injury or death andcould severely damage the scanner.Using the BacklightTo turn on the backlight for 15 seconds, tap SNOOZE/Backlight. To turnon the backlight permanently, press SNOOZE/Backlight for over 2seconds. To turn off the backlight, tap SNOOZE/Backlight.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 17
18Using the Alarm ClockUsing the Alarm ClockYour scanner’s Clock displays whenever you turn off the radio functions.It can also be used as a standard alarm clock.Setting the Current TimeFollow the steps to set the current time:1. Move the slide switch to Clock Set. The hour digits flash. 2. Press ▲or ▼to change the hour by onehour increments or press the number keysto select the present hour. Then pressE/PGM to set the hour. The minutes digitsflash.3. Press ▲or ▼to change the minute setting by one minute or press theappropriate number keys to enter the minutes. Press E/PGM to set theminutes. The seconds resets to 00 when you press E/PGM, then theAM/PM display icon flashes.4. Press ▲or ▼to move from AM to PM and back. Press E/PGM tomake your selection. To start the clock, move the slide switch to Clock.Setting the Alarm ClockFollow these steps to set the alarm time:1. Move the slide switch to Alarm Set. The hours digits flash.2. Press ▲or ▼to change the hour by onehour increments or press the number keysto select the present hour. Then pressE/PGM to set the hour. The minutes digitsflash.3. Press ▲or ▼to change the minute setting by one minute or press theappropriate number keys to enter the minutes. Press E/PGM to set theminutes. The AM/PM display icon flashes.4. Press ▲or ▼to move from AM to PM and back. Press E/PGM tomake your selection. To start the clock and lock in the alarm time,move the slide switch to Clock or Clock Set.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 18
19Using the Alarm ClockTo have the BC340CRS alert you at theselected time, slide Off/Radio/Tone to eitherRadio or Tone and turn off the scanner. If youset the selector to Radio, the alarm will soundwith the selected audio source (AM/FM,Scanner, or Weather). If you set the selectorto Tone, the scanner will sound a tone at theset time. To silence the alarm, slideOff/Radio/Tone to Off. If you do not turn offthe alarm, it will sound for 20 minutes, thenreset to alert you again the following day.Using SnoozeWhen the alarm sounds, press the snoozebar to silence the alarm for 5 minutes.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 19
20Listening to AM/FM/TV ChannelsListening to AM/FM/TV ChannelsTo listen to AM/FM/TV channels, slide themode selector to AM/FM. Then, press thebutton at the top of the scanner to selectthe desired source (AM for AM Broadcast,FM1 or FM2 for FM or TV Broadcast).Directly Selecting a ChannelPress SVC/DIR to select the direct entrymode. Use the ▲/▼buttons to scan up ordown the selected band. The scanner stopson active channels. TV channels arescanned after FM channels in FM mode.You can also enter the channel frequencyusing the keypad. Enter the channelfrequency (for FM or AM) or the TV channelnumber.Using AM/FM/TV Channel MemoryYour scanner has 30 AM/FM memories forquick channel recall (10 for AM, 20 forFM/TV). To store a channel into memory, firstselect the band (AM, FM1 or FM2). Then,directly select the channel you want to store(see above). While listening to the channel,press and hold the number button thatcorresponds to the memory you want to savethe channel into for 2 seconds. The scannerswitches to the Memory mode for the current band.To quickly recall a channel, select the band, select the channel memorymode by pressing PRI/MEM, then tap the number button thatcorresponds to the memory where the channel is stored.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 20
21Using the Scanner MemoriesUsing the Scanner MemoriesYour scanner has 100 memories you canstore frequencies into for scanning. Thememories are arranged in 10 banks of 10memories each. While scanning, you canquickly select which bank to scan by pressingthe number button that corresponds to thebank you want to turn on or off for scanning.To select the scanner mode, slide the modeswitch to Scanner.Programming MemoriesYou will first need to determine the frequencies you want to program. This varies widely depending on what you want to listen to and yourgeographic area. There are many frequency reference sources availableon the internet that can get you started. One such source,http://www.radioreference.com, has a diverse listing of many conventionalfrequencies. You might also search for regional hobbyist sites that coveryour area or check the database at the FCC’s General Menu(http://www.fcc.gov) for frequencies of interest.Make a list of the frequencies you want to program, then organize them inup to 10 groups of 10 or fewer and fill out the table below. It always helpsto plan and organize what you want to do before you start, so don’t skipthis important step. (The numbers in the left-hand columns belowcorrespond to your scanner’s memory numbers.)Bank 1 Bank 2 Bank 3 Bank 4 Bank 5111 213141212 223242313 233343414 243444515 253545616 263646717 273747818 283848919 29394910 20 30 40 50 UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 21
22Using the Scanner MemoriesOnce you fill out the above chart, follow these steps to enter or change afrequency in a memory:1. Press E/PGM to enter the program mode (the scanner turns on thePGM icon).2. If the current channel is not the one you want to program, enter thememory number then press HOLD.3. Enter the frequency including the decimal point, then press E/PGM.4. To program the next memory, press ▲or ▼and repeat step 3. Toprogram a different memory, repeat from step 2.5. To exit program mode, press HOLD or SCAN or change the scanner’smode.Notes:• Any frequency you program replaces the previous memory contents.• If you enter a frequency you have already stored in a differentmemory in Step 3, the scanner beeps and displays the channelwhere you have previously stored the frequency. If you want to storethe frequency anyway, press E/PGM a second time in Step 3.• To clear the contents of a memory, enter “0” in Step 3.• Channels you program are automatically unlocked (see“Locking/Unlocking Memories) and have Delay turned on (See“Setting Channel Delay”).Selecting a MemoryTo select a single memory to monitor, press HOLD. The scanner turns onthe HOLD icon. Then, select a memory by pressing ▲or ▼to go to thememory or input the memory number then press HOLD.Bank 6 Bank 7 Bank 8 Bank 9 Bank 1051 61 71 81 9152 62 72 82 9253 63 73 83 9354 64 74 84 9455 65 75 85 9556 66 76 86 9657 67 77 87 9758 68 78 88 9859 69 79 89 9960 70 80 90 100UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 22
23Using the Scanner MemoriesScanning Memory BanksTo scan the memories you have programmed, press SCAN. The scannerscans all unlocked programmed memories in enabled memory banks,stopping on a memory when it detects a transmission. To turn on/offmemory banks while scanning, press the number button that correspondsto the memory bank you want to enable or disable.Locking/Unlocking MemoriesYou can lock memories so that they are not scanned, even if their bank isturned on. Simply press L/O when the scanner stops on a transmissionon the frequency or manually select the memory (see above), then pressL/O. The scanner turns on the L/O icon when it is set to a memory thatis locked out.To unlock a memory, manually select the memory, then press L/O. Thescanner turns off the L/O icon and includes the memory when scanningits bank.Using Priority ScanYou can set one memory in each bank as a priority memory. If you turnon the Priority feature, the scanner will check the priority memories inenabled banks every 2 seconds, even if it has stopped on a transmissionon another memory.To set the memory in a bank to be the priority memory, manually selectthe memory then, while holding on the memory, press E/PGM to put thescanner in program mode and press PRI. The scanner turns on the PRIicon when it is stopped on a memory designated as priority.To turn on Priority Scan, press PRI while the scanner is scanning orholding on a memory (but not in program mode). You will notice a shortbreak in audio every 2 seconds as the scanner checks the enabledpriority memories. If there is a transmission on a priority memory, thescanner will immediately tune to that memory.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 23
24Using the Scanner MemoriesSetting Channel DelayYou can set the scanner to pause for 2 seconds at the end of atransmission on a memory. This is useful to help prevent missed replies.Delay is turned on by default when you program a memory. To turn Delayoff (or back on), first, select the channel. Then, press E/PGM to enter theprogram mode and press DLY. The scanner turns on the DELAY icon formemories that have been programmed with delay.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 24
25Searching for Active FrequenciesSearching for Active FrequenciesMany people enjoy searching for the unknown frequencies that are in usein their area but are not posted to any site or in any publication. TheBC340CRS has two ways to search: Limit searching that searchesbetween two set frequencies and Service Searching that searches forspecific types of agencies based on the FCC’s standard frequencyallocation for such services.Using Limit SearchProgramming an Upper/Lower LimitFollow these steps to program an Upper and Lower limit for the limitsearch:1. Press SEARCH then HOLD. The scanner holds on the current searchfrequency.2. Enter one of the range limits, then press E/PGM.Press ▲or ▼then enter the other range limit , and press E/PGM.Searching the Selected RangeAfter entering the limits (or use the default limits), press SEARCH. Thescanner starts searching from the lower range up to the higher range. To change the direction of the search, press ▲or ▼.Using Service SearchYou can select any of Police, Fire/EMS, Aircraft Ham, and Marinechannels for active frequencies in your area.Selecting a Service to SearchPress SVC to enter the service search mode, then press the buttoncorresponding to the service you want to search. When the scanner stops on a transmission, you can force it to resume searching by pressing▲or ▼.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 25
26Searching for Active FrequenciesSaving a Found Frequency into a Scan MemoryWhen the scanner stops on the frequency you want to save, press HOLDto hold on that frequency. Then, press E/PGM. The scanner displays thelowest-numbered empty memory (or the last-scanned memory if allmemories are used). Use ▲/▼to select the memory to hold thefrequency, then press E/PGM to store the frequency into the memory.Search LockoutsIf the scanner stops on a frequency that you don’t want to hear, you canlock it out. When locked out, the scanner won’t stop on the frequency ineither Limit Search or Service Search.Simply press L/O when the scanner stops on the frequency to lock thefrequency out. To unlock the frequency, during search press HOLD. Then manually step to the frequency using the ▲/▼keys. When youhave selected the frequency, press L/O.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 26
27Listening to Weather ChannelsListening to Weather ChannelsThe scanner lets you easily listen to NOAA weather channels in use inyour area. Simply slide the audio source selector to Weather. Thescanner scans the preset weather frequencies and stops if it detects atransmission. If you want to check for another frequency in use in yourarea, press SCAN or press ▲or ▼.Seven NOAA weather channels are available across most of the US. To find out which channel is in use in your area, visit their web site athttp://www.noaa.nws.gov. The scanner also includes three CanadianCoast Guard weather broadcast frequencies (numbered 8-10 in thescanner). Select one of these frequencies if they are in use in your area.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 27
28Care and MaintenanceCare and MaintenanceGeneral Use• Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power.• If memory is lost, simply reprogram each channel.• Always press each button firmly until you hear the entry tone for thatkey entry.Location• Do not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such as thekitchen or bathroom.• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements orvents.• If the scanner receives strong interference or electrical noise, move itor its antenna away from the source of the noise. If possible, a higherelevation might provide better reception.• Also try changing the height or angle of the antenna.Cleaning• Disconnect the power to the unit before cleaning.• Clean the outside of the scanner with a mild detergent.• To prevent scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Becareful not to rub the LCD window.• Do not use excessive amounts of water.RepairsDo not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no user serviceableparts. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it to aqualified repair technician.BirdiesAll radios can receive “birdies” (undesired signals). If your scanner stopsduring Scan mode and no sound is heard, it might be receiving a birdie.Birdies are internally generated signals inherent in the electronics of thescanner. Press L/O to lock out the channel.Resetting the Scanner (Clearing all Memories)To reset the scanner to factory defaults, turn off the scanner. Then, whileholding down 2, 9, and HOLD, turn on the scanner. All scanner memorycontents are erased.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 28
29One-Year Limited WarrantyOne-Year Limited WarrantyImportant: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to theoriginal retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects inmaterials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set outbelow.WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shallterminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of originalretail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) damaged or notmaintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified, altered, or used aspart of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not soldby Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) serviced or repaired by someoneother than an authorized Uniden service center for a defect or malfunctioncovered by this warranty, (E) used in any conjunction with equipment orparts or as part of any system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F)installed or programmed by anyone other than as detailed by theOperating Guide for this product.STATEMENT OF REMEDY: In the event that the product does notconform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect,warrantor will repair the defect and return it to you without charge forparts, service, or any other cost (except shipping and handling) incurredby warrantor or its representatives in connection with the performance ofthis warranty. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS THESOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE PRODUCT ANDIS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OF ANYNATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISINGBY OPERATION OF LAW, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANYIMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ORPROVIDE FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTALOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow thisexclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so theabove limitation or exclusion might not apply to you.LEGAL REMEDIES: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, andyou might also have other rights which vary from state to state. Thiswarranty is void outside the United States of America.UB337ZH(BC340CRS)_new 11/29/05 7:25 PM Page 29
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