Uniden Photo Scanner USC230 User Manual

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USC230

OWNER’S

MANUAL

OWNER’S MANUAL

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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.

Motorola , PL , Private Line , DPL , and Digital

Private Line are registered trademarks of Motorola, Inc.

Uniden and Bearcat are registered trademarks of

Uniden America Corporation.

™

Close Call is a proprietary trademarks of Uniden

America Corporation.

Other trademarks used throughout this manual are the

property of their respective holders.

Precautions

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Contents

Precautions......................................................................................... 2

Contents

Contents.............................................................................................. 4

Introduction......................................................................................... 7

Feature Highlights............................................................................ 10

About This Manual.......................................................................... 13

How the Scanner’s Controls Are Represented in This Manual... 13

Entering Text............................................................................... 14

Understanding Scanning................................................................. 15

Understanding the Scanner’s Memory ........................................... 15

What is Scanning?.......................................................................... 15

What is Searching?......................................................................... 15

What is CTCSS/DCS?.................................................................... 16

Using the Scanner at the Racetrack............................................... 18

Conventional Scanning................................................................... 18

Where To Get More Information..................................................... 19

Included With Your Scanner............................................................ 21

Setting Up Your Scanner ................................................................. 22

Using Internal Batteries .................................................................. 22

Using Rechargeable Batteries .................................................... 22

Using Non-rechargeable Batteries.............................................. 23

Using AC Power ............................................................................. 25

Connecting the Antenna ................................................................. 25

Connecting an Earphone/Headphone ............................................ 26

Connecting an Extension Speaker ................................................. 26

Attaching the Belt Clip .................................................................... 26

Attaching the Wrist Strap................................................................ 27

Installing the Demo Software.......................................................... 27

A Look At The Keypad.................................................................... 28

A Look At The Display .................................................................... 31

Using Menu..................................................................................... 32

Using Func...................................................................................... 32

Using the Scroll Control.................................................................. 32

Basic Operation................................................................................ 33

Turning On the Scanner and Setting the Squelch .......................... 33

Scanning Systems.......................................................................... 33

Scanning Preprogrammed Races................................................... 34

Before You Get To The Track..................................................... 34

When You Get To The Track...................................................... 34

Selecting Systems to Scan............................................................. 35

Selecting System Channel Groups................................................. 36

Locking/Unlocking Systems............................................................ 36

Locking/Unlocking Channels .......................................................... 37

Temporarily Holding On a System.................................................. 37

Holding On a Channel .................................................................... 37

Quick-Storing Channels.................................................................. 38

Quickly Recalling Channels............................................................ 38

Other Settings................................................................................... 39

Displaying System Information ....................................................... 39

Viewing Memory Used................................................................ 39

Viewing the Firmware Version .................................................... 39

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Adjusting the Key Beep................................................................... 39

Locking/Unlocking the Keypad........................................................ 39

Turning Power Save On or Off........................................................ 39

Priority Scan.................................................................................... 39

Using the Backlight ......................................................................... 40

Initializing the Scanner’s Memory ................................................... 40

Using the PC Control and Cloning Options..................................... 41

Connecting Your Scanner to a Personal Computer.................... 41

Cloning the Scanner.................................................................... 42

Using the Menu................................................................................. 43

Programming Radio Systems.......................................................... 45

Quickly Programming Racing Systems........................................... 45

Manually Programming Racing Systems ........................................ 48

Editing the Car ............................................................................ 48

Entering/Editing a Car Number ................................................... 49

Editing a Driver............................................................................ 49

Setting a Car’s Quick Key ........................................................... 50

Editing a Car’s Channel .............................................................. 50

Deleting a Car ............................................................................. 50

Setting Lockout On A Car ........................................................... 51

Programming Conventional Systems.............................................. 51

Entering/Editing Conventional Channel Groups.......................... 52

Entering/Editing Conventional Channels..................................... 52

Programming/Editing Optional Settings......................................... 54

System-Level Settings .................................................................... 54

Editing the System Name............................................................ 54

Editing the System Quick Key (Conventional Systems Only) ..... 54

Setting Group Lockout ................................................................ 55

Setting the System Hold Time..................................................... 55

Setting the Channel Delay Time ................................................. 56

Setting Data Skip ........................................................................ 56

Deleting Systems ........................................................................ 57

Copying Systems ........................................................................ 57

Group-Level Settings ...................................................................... 57

Entering/Editing the Group Name ............................................... 57

Setting the Group Quick Key....................................................... 58

Setting Group Lockout ................................................................ 58

Deleting Groups .......................................................................... 59

Channel-Level Settings................................................................... 59

Editing the Channel Name (Conventional Systems Only)........... 59

Setting Channel Priority .............................................................. 60

Setting Channel Alert .................................................................. 61

Setting CTCSS/DCS ................................................................... 61

Setting Channel Modulation........................................................ 62

Setting Channel Attenuation ....................................................... 63

Setting the Frequency Step......................................................... 63

Setting Channel Lockout............................................................. 64

Deleting Channels....................................................................... 64

Copying/Pasting Channels.......................................................... 65

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Searching and Storing ..................................................................... 66

Service Search ............................................................................... 66

Changing the step of Air Band........................................................ 66

Quick Search .................................................................................. 66

CTCSS/DCS Search....................................................................... 67

Custom Search............................................................................... 67

Preset Custom Search Range .................................................... 68

Editing a Custom Search Range................................................. 70

Auto Search and Store ................................................................... 70

Selecting a System ..................................................................... 71

Storing a System......................................................................... 71

Using the Close Call Feature........................................................... 72

Setting Close Call Options.............................................................. 73

Close Call Hits ................................................................................ 75

Search and Close Call Options ....................................................... 76

Managing Locked-Out Frequencies................................................ 76

Unlocking All Frequencies .......................................................... 76

Reviewing Locked Out Frequencies ........................................... 76

Searching for Subaudible Tones .................................................... 76

Setting the Maximum Auto Store Value.......................................... 77

Setting the Modulation Type........................................................... 77

Setting Attenuation ......................................................................... 78

Setting Data Skip............................................................................ 78

Setting the Delay Time ................................................................... 78

Setting the Search Frequency Step................................................ 79

Care and Maintenance ..................................................................... 80

General Use.................................................................................... 80

Location .......................................................................................... 80

Cleaning.......................................................................................... 80

Repairs ........................................................................................... 80

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 81

Specifications ................................................................................... 83

Optional Accessories....................................................................... 84

Planning ............................................................................................ 85

Collecting Information..................................................................... 85

Filling Out The Racing System Worksheet..................................... 87

Race Name................................................................................. 87

Car #/Driver-Frequency-Priority-CTCSS/DCS............................ 87

Racing System Worksheet ............................................................. 88

Filling Out The Conventional System Worksheet ........................... 89

System Name and Quick Key..................................................... 89

Group Name and Quick Key....................................................... 89

Frequency-Alpha Tag-Priority-CTCSS/DCS............................... 89

Conventional System Worksheet.................................................... 90

Preprogrammed Systems................................................................ 91

Declaration of Conformity ............................................................... 92

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Introduction

Your USC230 scanner is a state-of-the-art scanner radio

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frequencies such as racing, police, fire/emergency,

marine, air, and other communications into the scanner.

You can carry it with you wherever you go, use it at home

as a base unit, or install it in your vehicle as a mobile unit.

You can use the scanner’s scroll control to quickly select

channels and frequencies, and you can automatically

program channels in a system using the AutoStore

feature.

Use your scanner to monitor:

• Automobile races

• Public safety systems

• Police and fire departments (including rescue and

paramedics)

• Business/Industrial radio

• Utilities

• Marine and amateur (ham radio) bands

• Air band

• Railroad

This table lists the frequency ranges, default frequency

step and default mode (AM or FM).

To select a band plan from 1, 2 and 3;

1. Make sure the power is turned off.

2. While holding down 1, 2 or 3 (corresponding number

of the band plan), turn on the scanner.

Band Plan 1

Frequency Rage (MHz)

25.0000 - 29.9950

30.0000 - 79.9875

80.0000 - 82.9900

83.0000 - 87.2875

Mode Step (kHz)

12.5

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Frequency Rage (MHz)

108.0000 - 136.9875

108.0000 - 136.9916

137.0000 - 137.9950

138.0000 - 157.9875

158.0000 - 160.5900

160.6000 - 162.5875

162.6000 - 173.9875

216.0000 - 224.9950

400.0000 - 405.9875

406.0000 - 439.9937

440.0000 - 465.9950

466.0000 - 469.9900

470.0000 - 512.0000

806.0000 - 960.0000

1240.0000 - 1300.0000

Mode Step (kHz)

12.5 / 8.33

Selectable

12.5

6.25

12.5

Band Plan 2

Frequency Rage (MHz)

25.0000 - 49.9950

50.0000 - 84.0100

84.0150 - 87.2950

Mode Step (kHz)

20 with

15kHz Offset

12.5 / 8.33

Selectable

108.0000 - 136.9875

108.0000 - 136.9916

137.0000 - 143.9950

144.0000 - 145.9875

146.0000 - 155.9900

156.0000 - 157.4250

157.4375 - 160.5875

160.6000 - 162.0250

162.0375 - 173.9875

216.0000 - 224.9950

12.5

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Frequency Rage (MHz)

400.0000 - 405.9875

406.0000 - 439.9937

440.0000 - 449.9937

450.0000 - 469.9900

470.0000 - 512.0000

806.0000 - 960.0000

1240.0000 - 1300.0000

Mode Step (kHz)

12.5

6.25

12.5

Band Plan 3

Frequency Rage (MHz)

25.0000 - 29.9950

30.0000 - 79.9937

80.0000 - 82.9937

83.0000 - 87.2937

108.0000 - 136.9875

108.0000 - 136.9916

137.0000 - 137.9950

138.0000 - 157.9937

158.0000 - 160.5937

160.6000 - 162.5937

162.6000 - 173.9937

216.0000 - 224.9950

400.0000 - 405.9875

406.0000 - 439.9937

440.0000 - 465.9937

466.0000 - 469.9937

470.0000 - 512.0000

806.0000 - 960.0000

1240.0000 - 1300.0000

Mode Step (kHz)

6.25

12.5 / 8.33

Selectable

6.25

12.5

6.25

12.5

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Feature Highlights

General

Feature Highlights

Close Call^TMRF Capture Technology - you can set the

scanner so it detects and provides information about

nearby radio transmissions. See “Using the Close Call

Feature” on Page 72 for more information.

Dynamically Allocated Channel Memory - your

scanner’s memory is organized so that it more closely

matches how radio systems actually work, making it easier

to program and use your scanner and determine how

much memory you have used and how much you have left.

Preprogrammed Races - your scanner is

preprogrammed with Formula 1 races.

Quick Race Programming – lets you quickly and easily

enter information about a specific race.

Quick Keys – You can set the scanner so you can select

a race or systems and groups by pressing a single key.

This makes it easy to listen to or quickly lock out those

systems or groups you don’t want to scan.

Quick Car Select – You can set the scanner so you can

select and listen to a car by pressing a single key.

Lockout – You can lock out any system, group,

frequency, or channel while scanning. If you lock out a

system or group, any channels belonging to that system

or group are also locked out.

You can lock out up to 200 frequencies. The scanner

skips locked-out frequencies while using the Close Call

feature or while searching.

CTCSS and DCS Squelch Modes – prevent

interference from stations not using the mode you select.

Dropout Delay – You can set whether the scanner

pauses at the end of a transmission to wait for a reply.

You can set the delay time for each system you scan, and

while searching and using the Close Call feature.

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Attenuator – You can set the scanner’s attenuator to

reduce the input strength of strong signals by about 18 dB

received by the scanner.

Repeater Reverse – You can set the scanner so it

switches to the input frequency on a conventional

repeater system.

Channel Alert – You can set the scanner so it alerts you

when there is activity on any channel you specify.

Memory Check – Lets you see at a glance how much

total memory is left.

Frequency Step – Lets you select a frequency step

(5, 6.25, 7.5, 8.33, 10, 12.5,15, 20, 25, 50 or 100 kHz) for

manual mode and chain search mode. The scanner’s

auto step feature lets you set the scanner so it

automatically chooses the correct step.

Quick Recall – Lets you quickly select a specific channel

by choosing the system, group, and channel.

Scan/Search Delay – You can set the scanner so it

remains on a frequency up to 5 seconds after the last

transmission to wait for a possible reply.

Text Tagging – You can name each race system,

conventional system, group, channel and custom search

range using up to 16 characters per name.

Unique Data Skip – Allows your scanner to skip

unwanted data transmissions and reduces birdies.

Duplicate Frequency Alert – Alerts you if you try to enter

a duplicate name or frequency already stored in the

scanner.

Memory Backup – If power is lost or disconnected, the

scanner retains the frequencies you programmed in its

memory.

Multi Bands – With Aircraft and 800 MHz.

Note: The scanner’s frequency coverage is not continuous.

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Custom Search – Lets you program up to 10 custom

search ranges. You can search any of these ranges

simultaneously.

CTCSS/DCS Search – Lets the scanner search for CTCSS

or DCS tones. You can identify up to 50 CTCSS tones

and 104 DCS tones.

Quick Search – Lets you search from the currently-tuned

frequency if you are searching a conventional system.

Auto Store

Frequency AutoStore – Automatically stores all active

frequencies within a system you select.

Priority

Priority Scan – Priority channels let you keep track of

activity on your most important channel(s) while

monitoring other channels for transmissions.

Priority Plus – You can set the scanner so it scans only

the priority channels

Backlight and Power

LCD Back Light – Makes the display easy to see in dim

light. You can adjust the back light so it turns on when you

press a key, when squelch breaks during a transmission,

or manually.

Low Battery Alert – The scanner alerts you if the

batteries need to be recharged or replaced.

Battery Save – You can set the scanner so it reduces the

amount of power it needs if there are no transmissions.

Key Controls

Key Lock – You can deactivate the scanner’s keys to help

prevent accidentally changing the scanner’s programming.

Key Beep – You can control whether the scanner beeps

when you press a key.

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PC Control and Cloning

PC Control – You can transfer programming data to and

from your scanner and your personal computer, and

control the scanner using a computer. This helps you find

frequencies listed on the Internet and load them into the

scanner.

Clone Mode – You can clone all programmed data,

including the contents of the scanner’s memory, menu

settings, and other parameters from one USC230

scanner to another USC230 scanner.

About This Manual

The screen displays used in this manual are

representations of what might appear when you use your

scanner. Since what you see depends on the frequencies

for your area and the settings you select, you might notice

some differences between what is in this manual and

what appears on your scanner.

How the Scanner’s Controls Are

Represented in This Manual

To help navigate the scanner’s menus, the steps shown in

this manual show the displays you see and the keys you

press or control you operate to get a desired result.

This example shows you how to use the scanner’s menu to

edit an existing system name. It shows you the key to

press (

) to select a menu option and the option you

see (Program System) when you press

. It also

instructs you to turn the scroll control (shown as ꢀ) to view

a series of choices then select one choice (Edit Name).

ꢁProgram Systemꢁ E ꢀꢁ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

ꢁ^{Edit Name}ꢁE

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To get the most from this manual, review the contents to

become familiar with the basic functions available.

If you are new to scanning, be sure to read

“Understanding Scanning” on Page 15 for a quick

background on the technology. The first thing you’ll need

to do is install batteries in the scanner. Then you need to

connect the included antenna to the scanner. See

“Setting Up Your Scanner” on Page 23 if you need any

help doing this.

Entering Text

To enter a letter, turn the scroll control until the

character you want appears, To enter a number, press a

number key. To enter a decimal point, press

Func

To move the cursor to the left, hold

then press /4

or rotate the scroll control to the left. To move the cursor to

Func

the right, hold

then press 6/ or rotate the scroll

control to the right.

To clear a character, press No twice. To clear all

characters, press No 3 times. To accept an entry, press E

or press down on the scroll control.

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Understanding Scanning

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scanning works. You don’t really need to know all of this

to use your scanner, but some background knowledge

will help you get the most from your USC230.

Understanding the Scanner’s Memory

Your scanner’s memory is organized in an architecture

called Dynamic Allocated Channel memory. This type of

memory is organized differently and more efficiently than

the bank/channel architecture used by traditional scanners.

Dynamic Allocated design matches how radio systems

actually work much more closely, making it easier to

program and use your scanner and determine how much

memory you have used and how much you have left.

Instead of being organized into separate banks and

channels, your scanner’s memory is contained in a pool.

You simply use as much memory as you need in the pool to

store as many frequencies and alpha tags as you need.

No memory space is wasted, and you can tell at a glance

how much memory you have used and how much

remains.

What is Scanning?

Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way

communications do not transmit continuously. Your

USC230 scans programmed channels until it finds an

active frequency, then stops on that frequency and

remains on that channel as long as the transmission

continues. When the transmission ends, the scanning

cycle resumes until the scanner receives another

transmission.

What is Searching?

The USC230 can search each band and up to 10 banks

together to find active frequencies. This is different from

scanning because you are searching for frequencies that

have not been programmed into the scanner. When you

select frequency bands to search, the scanner searches

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for any active frequency within the lower and upper limits

you specify. When the scanner finds an active frequency,

it stops on that frequency as long as the transmission

lasts. If you think the frequency is interesting, you can

program it into the scanner’s

memory. If not, you can continue to search.

What is CTCSS/DCS?

Your scanner can monitor systems using a Continuous

Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) and Digital Coded

Squelch (DCS) system, which allow squelch to open only

when the tone you have programmed with a specific

frequency is received along with a transmission.

CTCSS and DCS are subaudible tone signaling systems

sometimes referred to as PL or DPL (Motorola’s

trademarked terms for Private Line and Digital Private

Line respectively). CTCSS and DCS are used only for FM

signals and are usually associated with both amateur and

commercial two-way frequencies. These systems make

use of a special subaudible tone that accompanies a

transmitted signal.

CTCSS and DCS are used for many purposes. In many

cases, CTCSS and DCS are 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.

CTCSS and DCS are also used in areas that receive

interference where there are several stations with output

frequencies close to each other. When this occurs, you

might hear multiple communications on the same

frequency. The stations might even interfere with each

other to the point where it is impossible to clearly receive

any of the stations. A scanner equipped with CTCSS and

DCS (like your scanner) can code each received

frequency with a specific CTCSS or DCS frequency.

Then, when you receive multiple signals, you only hear

the transmission with the CTCSS or DCS tone you

programmed. If you do not receive the correct tone with a

signal, the scanner’s squelch remains closed and you

hear nothing.

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You can search for the following CTCSS frequencies and

DCS codes.

CTCSS Frequencies (Hz)

67.0

82.5

69.3

85.4

71.9

88.5

74.4

91.5

77.0

94.8

79.7

97.4

100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9 114.8 118.8

123.0 127.3 131.8 136.5 141.3 146.2

151.4 156.7 159.8 162.2 165.5 167.9

171.3 173.8 177.3 179.9 183.5 186.2

189.9 192.8 196.6 199.5 203.5 206.5

210.7 218.1 225.7 229.1 233.6 241.8

250.3 254.1

DCS Codes (Octal)

023 025 026 031 032 036 043 047

051 053 054 065 071 072 073 074

114 115 116 122 125 131 132 134

143 145 152 155 156 162 165 172

174 205 212 223 225 226 243 244

245 246 251 252 255 261 263 265

266 271 274 306 311 315 325 331

332 343 346 351 356 364 365 371

411 412 413 423 431 432 445 446

452 454 455 462 464 465 466 503

506 516 523 526 532 546 565 606

612 624 627 631 632 654 662 664

703 712 723 731 732 734 743 754

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Using the Scanner at the Racetrack

Keeping up with the action at the racetrack is easy and

fun. You can hear drivers communicating with their pit

crews, officials communicating with drivers and crews,

and track workers communicating with everybody.

Each user at the racetrack transmits and receives on one

or more frequencies.

The scanner organizes racetrack frequencies by the

name of the race you are scanning and by car number.

For example, you might hear drivers and their pit crews

on the car number frequencies and officials and the news

media on the race frequencies. When you are scanning,

the scanner stops very briefly on each channel to see if

there is activity. If there isn’t, the scanner quickly moves

to the next channel. If there is, then the scanner pauses

on the transmission until it is over.

You can activate one racing system and as many

conventional systems as you want at the same time.

Within a racing system, each driver can have multiple

frequencies stored.

Conventional Scanning

Conventional scanning is a relatively simple concept.

Each group of users in a conventional system is assigned

a single frequency (for simplex systems) or two

frequencies (for repeater systems). Any time one of them

transmits, their transmission always goes out on the

same frequency.

Today there are still many 2-way radio users who

operate using a conventional system:

• Aircraft

• Amateur radio

• LPD/PMR users

• Broadcast AM/FM/TV stations

• Many business radio users

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When you want to store a conventional system, all you

need to know is the frequencies they operate on.

When you are scanning a conventional system, the

scanner stops very briefly on each channel to see if there

is activity. If there isn’t, the scanner quickly moves to the

next channel. If there is, then the scanner pauses on the

transmission until it is over.

Simplex Operation

Simplex systems use a single frequency for both transmit

and receive. Most radios using this type of operation are

limited to line-of-sight operation. This type of radio is

frequently used at construction job sites, and with

inexpensive consumer radios such as LPD/PMR radios.

The range is typically 1-5 km, depending upon the

terrain and many other factors.

Repeater Operation

Repeater systems use two frequencies: one transmits from

the radio to a central repeater; the other transmits from the

repeater to other radios in the system. With a repeater-

based system, the repeater is located on top of a tall

building or on a radio tower that provides great visibility to

the area of operation. When a user transmits (on an input

frequency), the signal is picked up by the repeater and

retransmitted (on an output frequency). The user’s radios

always listen for activity on the output frequency and

transmit on the input frequency. Since the repeater is

located very high, there is a very large line of sight.

Where To Get More Information

By itself, this manual really only provides part of what you

need to know to have fun scanning – how to program and

use the scanner.

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Information On The Internet

The Internet is a great source for current frequencies and

information about scanning.

Many web sites have lists of frequencies for your area.

You can use a search engine to find and use them.

Make a list of the agencies you want to listen to, then look

up the frequencies and systems used by those agencies.

If you have access to the internet, you may want to visit

the following websites for additional information:

www.racescanner.eu

- Race frequency information, programming software

and accessories.

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/USC230

- A group for people interested in discussing the

USC230.

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Included With Your Scanner

If any of these items are missing or damaged,

Included With Your Scanner

immediately contact your place of purchase.

Connection

Cable

AC Adapter

Scanner

Wrist Strap

Belt Clip

Batteries

USC230

OWNER’S

MANUAL

OWNER’S MANUAL

Antennas

Owners

Manual

Headset

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Setting Up Your Scanner

These guidelines will help you install and set up your new

Setting Up Your Scanner

scanner:

• If your scanner receives interference or electrical

noise, move the scanner or its antenna away from the

source.

• To improve the scanner’s reception, use an optional

external antenna designed for multi-band coverage.

(You can purchase this type of antenna at a local

electronics store). If the optional antenna has no

cable, use 50-70 Ω coaxial cable for lead-in.

A mating plug might be necessary for the optional

antennas.

• Use the supplied mono headset for private listening.

Read the precautions on the inside front cover of this

Owners Manual.

• Do not use the scanner in high-moisture

environments such as the kitchen or bathroom.

• Avoid placing the scanner in direct sunlight or near

heating elements or vents.

Using Internal Batteries

You can power your scanner using supplied rechargeable

AA batteries.

Using Rechargeable Batteries

Before you use Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries, you must

charge them.

The scanner has a built-in circuit that lets you recharge

Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries while they are in the scanner. To

charge the batteries;

1. Make sure the power is turned off.

2. Slide the battery compartment cover.

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3. Install two batteries in the compartment as

indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -)

marked inside.

4. Replace the cover.

5. Connect the supplied AC adapter to the

scanner's DC 6V to charge the batteries. (See

“Using AC Power” on page 25.)

Using Non-rechargeable Batteries

You can also use two alkaline batteries to power

your scanner. Before you use alkaline batteries, you

must remove the sticker in the compartment and

move the switch to REG. ALK. BATT position.

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Cautions:

•

Use only fresh batteries of the required size and

recommended type.

When

flashes and the scanner beeps

every 15 seconds, replace both batteries.

Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries

can leak chemicals that destroy electronic

circuits.

•

Do not mix old and new batteries, different types

of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable),

or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.

WARNING!

Do not connect either adapter to the scanner if non-

rechargeable batteries (such as alkaline batteries)

are installed in the scanner and REG. ALK. BATT./

NI-MH BATT. is set to NI-MH BATT (this is the

default setting with the sticker) or if you are unsure

of the switch’s position. Non-rechargeable batteries

will get hot and can even burst if you try to recharge

them.

Before you use Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries for the first

time, charge them for 16 hours to bring them to a full

charge. Discharged batteries take about 16 hours to

fully recharge.

Notes:

•

Ni-MH batteries last longer and deliver more

power if you occasionally let them fully

discharge. To do this, simply use the scanner

until it beeps every 15 seconds and

flashes.

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•

To prevent damage to Ni-MH batteries, never

charge them in an area where the temperature is

above 45°C (113°F) or below 4°C (40°F).

If you connect an external power source to the

scanner with REG. ALK. BATT./NI-MH BATT.

set to REG. ALK. BATT., the scanner does NOT

charge the batteries. Make sure that you use the

correct batteries and set REG. ALK. BATT./

NI-MH BATT. to the correct position when you

connect an external power source.

Using AC Power

You can power the scanner using the supplied 6V,

500 mA AC adapter.

To use the scanner on AC power, plug the AC adapter

into DC 6V on the side of the scanner then plug the other

end into a standard AC outlet.

If rechargeable batteries are installed without removing the

sticker, or, after removing, REG. ALK. BATT./NI-MH BATT.

is set to NI-MH BATT., the adapter powers the scanner and

recharges the installed batteries at the same time.

Connecting the Antenna

To attach the supplied stub antenna to the connector on

the top of your scanner, align the slots around the

antenna's connector with the tabs on the scanner's BNC

connector. Then slide the antenna's connector down over

the scanner's connector and rotate the antenna

connector's outer ring clockwise until it locks into place.

Connecting an Optional Antenna

The scanner's BNC connector makes it easy to connect a

variety of optional antennas, including an external mobile

antenna or outdoor base station antenna.

Note: Always use 50-ohm, RG-58, or RG-8, coaxial cable

to connect an outdoor antenna. If the antenna is over 50

feet from the scanner, use RG-8 low-loss dielectric

coaxial cable. You can get a BNC adapter at your local

electronics store.

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Connecting an Earphone/Headphone

For private listening, you can use the supplied headphone

or can plug a ¹/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-plug earphone (not

supplied) into the headphone jack on top of your scanner.

This automatically disconnects the internal speaker.

See “Earphone Warning” at the front of the manual for

important information about using an earphone/

headphone.

Connecting an Extension Speaker

In a noisy area, an optional amplified extension speaker,

positioned in the right place, might provide more

comfortable listening. Plug the speaker cable's ¹/8-inch

(3.5-mm) mini-plug into your scanner's jack.

WARNING!

If you connect an external speaker to the scanner's

headphone jack, never connect the audio output line

to a power supply and ground. This might damage the

scanner.

Attaching the Belt Clip

To make your scanner easier to carry when you are on

the go, use the supplied belt clip. Use a Phillips

screwdriver and the supplied screws to attach the clip to

the scanner.

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Attaching the Wrist Strap

To keep your scanner safely close at hand, use the

supplied wrist strap. Push the small loop on one end of

the wrist strap through the lug on the right side of the

scanner, then thread the other end of the wrist strap back

through the small loop to secure it.

Installing the Demo Software

You can operate your scanner using a personal computer

and the free demo software available at

http://www.racescanner.eu

Download the software, then double-click on the install

package to begin installation. The USC230 Install

program installs the software. You must install the

software to use the scanner with your computer.

After you install the USC230 Install program, start it by

double clicking on the desktop icon or by selecting it in

the Start Programs list.

You can upgrade the included software to a full version by

purchasing a registration key at

http://www.racescanner.eu

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A Look At The Keypad

Your scanner's keys have various functions labeled on

the key tops and below the keys. To select the function

labeled on a key, simply press the key. To select the

Func

function labeled below a key, hold down

side of the scanner then press the key.

the display.

on the left

appears on

If your scanner's keys seem confusing at first, the

following information should help you understand each

key's function.

Key Name

Description

CAR – Selects a car in scan mode.

CAR/

Func

– Locks and unlocks

the keypad.

Hold – Holds the scan or the

frequency search.

Hold/

Func

– Quickly selects the

Close Call feature (see “Setting

Close Call Options” on Page 73).

Scan/Srch

Scan – Scans the stored channels.

Func

+ Srch – Starts quick search

or quickly accesses the

search menu.

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Key Name

L/O

Description

L/O – Lets you lock out a selected

channel or skip a specified

frequency.

Func

+ L/O – Press quickly to lock

and unlock a selected system in

Scan or Scan Hold mode and

review search lockout frequencies

in Search or Search Hold mode.

Press and hold for more than 2

seconds to unlock all groups and

channels in a conventional system.

– Press and hold for more than

2 seconds to turn the scanner on

or off. Press quickly to cancel a

prompt.

Func

– Turns the display

backlight on or off.

1-9, 0/Race

1-9 – Enters a frequency, enters

quick key numbers, selects a

custom search range in Custom

Search mode, and selects systems

by quick key in scan mode.

0/Race – Selects the race quick

key, enters a frequency, and

selects a custom search range in

Custom Search mode.

Func

+ 1-9, 0/Race – Selects

groups by quick key in scan mode.

1/Pri

1 – Enters a 1.

Func

+ Pri – Selects the priority

mode in scan hold mode.

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Key Name

Description

4 – Enters a 4.

Func

– Moves the active

character to the left while editing data.

6 – Enters a 6.

Func

– Moves the active

character to the right while editing

data.

7/Rcl

7 – Enters a 7.

Func

+ Rcl – Displays a series of

prompts to quickly select a specific

channel in the scan hold mode.

/ /Rev

– Enters a decimal point or dash

in a frequency.

At a prompt, answers “No.”

Func

+ Rev – Monitors the

currently-tuned frequency’s

reverse frequency.

E/Yes/Att

E – Press to select input and menu

items, to quickly edit a channel in Scan

Hold Mode, and store a frequency into

memory in Search Hold mode.

At a prompt, answers “Yes.”

Func

+ Att – Turns the scanner’s

attenuator on or off for the current

channel.

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A Look At The Display

The display has indicators that show the scanner's

current operating status. The display information helps

you understand how your scanner operates. The dark

area shown above the icons in this illustration is the text

display area. Information about the currently tuned

frequency appears here.

SYS - shows the currently activated system, appears with

numbers (1-9). The currently active system indicator

flashes.

ATT - appears when the attenuator feature is turned on.

PRI - appears when the priority feature is turned on (see

“Priority Scan” on Page 39).

- appears when you lock the keypad (see

“Locking/Unlocking the Keypad” on Page 39).

- alerts you when the battery power gets low.

GRP - shows the currently activated group, appears with

numbers (

flashes.

). The currently active group indicator

0 9

AM/FM/NFM - appears to show the type of transmission.

L/O - appears when you manually select a channel you

locked out or a skip frequency.

Func

- appears when you hold down

to select a

function.

- appears when the scanner is set to a Close Call

feature mode (see “Using the Close Call Feature” on

Page 72).

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Using Menu

Press

on the left side of the scanner to enter the

menu. See “Using the Menu” on Page 43 for more

information about the scanner’s menu options.

Using Func

Func

To select the function labeled below a key on the front of

Func

the scanner, hold down

on the left side of the

scanner, then press that key. To hold on a system while

scanning or temporarily stop on a channel while searching,

Func

press

. To select a system in Scan or Scan Hold

Func

mode, hold down

and rotate the scroll control.

Using the Scroll Control

Scroll

Control

Sql

Turn the scroll control on top of the scanner to select a

channel or frequency in Hold mode, select menu items in

Menu mode, and to select a character while editing a

name. You can also press the scroll control down instead

of pressing E on the keypad to select an item.

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Basic Operation

Turning On the Scanner and

Setting the Squelch

Note: Make sure the scanner's antenna is connected

before you turn it on.

1. Turn Sql fully counterclockwise.

2. Press and hold

for about 2 seconds to turn on the

scanner, then turn Vol clockwise until you hear a

hissing sound.

3. Turn Sql clockwise until the hissing stops.

Scanning Systems

To begin scanning programmed systems, press Scan.

The USC230 scans all unlocked systems in all activated

quick-key groups.

Notes:

• If no systems are programmed, or all systems are

locked out, an error message appears. Program a

system or select a system to scan.

• When scanning multiple systems, the USC230 scans

systems according to the assigned quick key.

Then the race assigned to the next quick key (1, 2, 3,

4, etc.) is scanned. Systems not assigned to a quick

key are scanned last. Within a quick key, systems are

scanned in the order they were assigned.

• Within a system, channels are scanned according to

the assigned channel group, with the same priority as

described above for systems.

• The USC230 scans a system for the duration you set

using the System Hold Time option (see “Setting the

System Hold Time” on Page 55). All unlocked

channels are scanned at least one time regardless of

the hold time setting.

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Scanning Preprogrammed Races

Before You Get To The Track

Each driver’s team has several different frequencies they

can use during a race. These frequencies can change

depending on local interference sources or other

frequency issues. Your scanner is preprogrammed with

all of the drivers and their possible frequencies that were

known when it was manufactured.

Before you leave for the track, check the Internet to see if

there are any frequency updates available for your race.

You can save time at the track by setting up as much as

possible before you leave.

When You Get To The Track

When you arrive at the race, get a list of the actual

frequencies in use that race day. These are normally

available for sale on the way into the facility. This list will

show the actual frequency being used by each driver that

day, as well as some other useful frequency information.

Then, follow the steps in the sections below to adjust the

scanner settings.

Selecting Driver Frequencies

Follow these steps to select the appropriate frequency for

each driver.

1. Press 0 in Scan mode, rotate the scroll control to

select the race, then press E.

2. Press CAR, enter the driver’s number, then press E.

Or press CAR, press E, rotate the scroll control to

select the driver, then press E.

3. Rotate the scroll control to select the driver’s

frequency. If the driver’s frequency is not listed, select

NEW Frequency then enter the correct frequency.

4. Press Hold to set the selection.

Holding on a Car

Follow these steps to hold on a car within the currently-

selected racing system.

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1. Press 0 in Scan mode, rotate the scroll control to

select the race, then press E.

2. Press CAR, enter the driver’s number, then press

CAR. Or press CAR twice, rotate the scroll control to

select the driver, then press CAR. You can select the

car’s first unlocked frequency.

Selecting Interference Eliminator Codes

Many drivers use special codes in their radios to prevent

interference from other nearby radio systems. These

codes are commonly referred to as CTCSS, DCS, or

subaudible tones. You can use these same codes to

prevent interference from other systems.

1. Press 0 in Scan mode, rotate the scroll control to

select the race, then press E.

2. Press CAR, enter the driver’s number, press E or

CAR, press E, rotate the scroll control to select the

driver, then press E.

3. Rotate the scroll control to select the driver’s

frequency, then press E.

4. Press E to enter the channel setting menu.

5. Rotate the scroll control to select SET CTCSS/DCS,

then press E.

6. Rotate the scroll control to select CTCSSor DCS, then

press E.

7. Rotate the scroll control to select the correct CTCSS/

DCS value, then press E.

8. Press Hold to set the selection

Selecting Systems to Scan

To select systems to scan, press Scan then press the

number button corresponding to the quick key assigned

to the system or systems. To stop scanning the

system(s), press Scan again.

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The SYS indicators on the display show the systems that

are currently selected.

To select or lock out a system that is not assigned to a

FUNC

key, press and hold

while you rotate the scroll

control until the desired system is selected. Then,

FUNC

continue to hold

and press L/O to either lock out or

unlock the system.

Selecting System Channel Groups

Within a system, you can assign groups of channels to a

group quick key (see “Setting the Group Quick Key” on

Page 58).

Follow these steps to activate or deactivate a channel

group within a system while scanning.

Func

1. Press

to hold on the system (or hold

and

rotate the scroll control to select the system).

Func

2. Continue to hold

and press the number key

corresponding to the channel group you want to

activate or deactivate.

Locking/Unlocking Systems

Follow these steps to lock out a system so that it does not

scan even if its quick key is selected.

Func

1. While holding down

select the system.

, rotate the scroll control to

Func

2. Continue to hold down

out the system.

and press L/O to lock

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to unlock a system you have

previously locked.

Note: You can unlock only one race at a time. When you

unlock a race, the scanner automatically locks the other

races.

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Locking/Unlocking Channels

Follow these steps to lock out a channel so that it does

not scan even if its system and channel group are

selected.

Func

1. While holding down

, rotate the scroll control to

select the system where the channel is stored.

Func

2. Release

then press Hold within 2 seconds to

hold on the system.

3. Rotate the scroll control to select the channel you

want to lock or unlock.

4. Press L/O to lock or unlock the channel.

You can also lock out an active channel by pressing L/O

while the scanner is stopped on the channel.

Temporarily Holding On a System

Func

To temporarily hold on a system, press and hold

To hold on a different system, continue to hold

Func

and

rotate the scroll control to select the system. Normal

scanning resumes 2 seconds after you release

Func

Holding On a Channel

To hold on a channel, press Hold while the channel is

active. To select a different channel, rotate the scroll

control. If you scroll past the beginning or end of the

current system, the scanner selects channels in the

previous or next system. To resume scanning, press Scan.

Note: You can select any channel (locked or unlocked).

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Quick-Storing Channels

1. Hold on an existing channel in any system.

2. Enter the frequency you want to store.

3. To quick-store the channel, press E. Otherwise, press

No.

If you enter a frequency then press E, the scanner stores

it in the Qck Save Grpgroup in a system called Qck

Save Cnv Sys. These are created if they do not exist.

Then, the scanner prompts you to save other channel

settings.

If you pressed No in Step 3, the scanner prompts you

to select the system and the group where you want to

store the frequency.

Quickly Recalling Channels

1. Press Hold to hold on any channel.

Func

2. Press

+ Rcl. The scanner prompts you to select

the system where the channel is stored.

3. Rotate the scroll control to select the system, then

press E. The scanner prompts you to select the

channel group where the channel is stored.

4. Rotate the scroll control to select the group, then

press E.

If you selected a conventional system, the scanner

prompts you to select a channel. Rotate the scroll

control to select the channel, then press E to hold on

that channel.

Otherwise, if you selected a racing system, the

scanner automatically selects an active channel from

the car group and holds on that group.

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Other Settings

Displaying System Information

Viewing Memory Used

ꢁꢀSee Scanner InfoꢁE ꢀ

% Memory Used ꢁE

A bar showing the percent of memory used appears.

Press any key to return to the previous menu.

Viewing the Firmware Version

ꢁꢀSee Scanner InfoꢁE ꢀ

Firmware Version ꢁE

Press any key to return to the previous menu.

Adjusting the Key Beep

ꢁꢀAdjust Key BeepꢁE

• Off: The scanner is silent when you press a key.

• On: The scanner beeps when you press a key.

Locking/Unlocking the Keypad

Func

Press and hold down

unlock the keypad.

then CAR/

to lock or

Turning Power Save On or Off

ꢁꢀSet Battery SaveꢁE

• On: The scanner goes into low-power mode when you

monitor a conventional channel that has no activity.

• Off: Power save is off.

Priority Scan

ꢁꢀSeT Priority ꢁE

Func

Or, while holding on any channel, press

select one of these priority modes:

+ 1/Pri to

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• Off: Normal scanning

• On: While scanning, the scanner interrupts every 2

seconds and checks the priority channels in each

unlocked system. Priority channels in lower

priority key numbered systems (starting from 1) have

highest priority. Pri appears when you select this mode.

• PLUS ON: The scanner only scans priority channels in

unlocked systems. Pri flashes when you select this

mode.

Using the Backlight

ꢁꢀSet BacklightꢁE

• 10 sec The backlight stays on for 10 seconds after

Func

you press

• 30 sec The backlight stays on for 30 seconds after

Func

you press

• Squelch The backlight turns on when the squelch

opens then stays on for 5 seconds.

• Keypress The backlight turns on when any key is

pressed then stays on for 10 seconds.

Func

• Infinite The backlight turns on when you press

Func

then stays on until you press

again.

Pressing any key while the backlight is on extends the

Func

backlight period. Pressing

while the backlight

is on turns off the backlight.

Initializing the Scanner’s Memory

Important! This deletes all preprogrammed data

except for the band plan and custom search range.

To initialize the scanner’s memory, turn off the scanner.

Then, press 2, 9, and Hold while turning it on.

Notes:

• If you initialize the scanner after changing the band

plan, custom search range is adjusted to match to the

band plan.

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• If you want to program the deleted data again, use

the PC Control and cloning options (see page 41).

Using the PC Control and

Cloning Options

Use the included connection cable to connect your scanner

to another USC230 scanner or your personal computer.

ꢁꢀXfer InformationꢁE

• PC Control Lets you set the baud rate your scanner

uses to communicate with a personal computer. See

“Connecting Your Scanner to a Personal Computer”.

• WIRED Clone Lets you set your scanner as a master

or a slave, letting you transfer programming to or from

another USC230 scanner. See “Cloning the Scanner”

on Page 42.

Connecting Your Scanner to a

Personal Computer

To connect your scanner to a

personal computer, you must

first set the scanner’s baud rate

(the rate at which data is

transferred between the

scanner and the computer, in

bits per second (bps)).

Hint: If you have trouble

transferring data between your

scanner and your

computer, try setting the baud

rate to a slower setting.

ꢁꢀXfer Information

ꢁE ꢁ

ꢀ^{PC Control}ꢁE ꢁ ꢀ

• Off The baud rate is not set.

• 9600 bps The baud rate is set to 9600 bps.

• 19200 bps The baud rate is set to 19,200 bps.

Other Settings

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• 38400 bps The baud rate is set to 38,400 bps.

• 57600 bps The baud rate is set to 57,600 bps.

Cloning the Scanner

To clone (copy) data from one USC230 scanner to another

USC230 scanner, you must first connect the scanners to

each other using the included connection cables and a

DB9 null modem adapter and DB9 gender changer

(neither included), available at most computer stores.

Then you must set one scanner as the master (source)

and the other as the slave (destination).

Plug the smaller end of each of the included connection

cables into Remote on the right side of each scanner.

Then connect the other end of the cables together using

the null modem connector and gender changer.

Then set up both scanners.

ꢁꢀXfer InformationꢁE ꢁ

ꢀ^{WIRED Clone}ꢁE ꢁ ꢀ

• Master This will be the master (source) scanner.

• Slave This will be the slave (destination) scanner.

(Master scanner) E ꢁClone Master Press SCAN Key

(Slave scanner) E ꢁClone Slave Press SCAN Key

When you are ready to clone the scanner, press Scan on

the slave scanner first, then on the master scanner.

The master scanner checks the connection between the

two scanners, then transfers its data to the slave scanner.

When the transfer is complete, Completeappears on

both scanners. If the transfer did not work, Errorappears

on the master scanner.

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Using the Menu

The scanner’s menu lets you select options that let you

Using the Menu

set up and use the scanner.

To use the menu, press

on the left side of the

scanner. In most cases, the current menu position

appears on the upper line of the menu. Menu items and a

place to input information appear on the lower line of the

menu. To select a menu item, turn the scroll control on top

of the scanner clockwise or counterclockwise. When the

menu item you want to select appears, press E or press

the scroll control down to select it. To back up a level or

return to the previous level, press

mode, press

. To exit the menu

This table shows the available menu options and where

you can find more information about how to use them.

Menu Item

Lets You ...

See ...

Set up the

scanner’s

scan options.

“Programming

Radio

Systems” on

Page 45.

-- M E N U--

Program System

Set up the

scanner’s

Close Call

option.

“Using the

Close Call

Feature” on

Page 72.

-- M E N U--

Srch/CloCall Opt

Set up the

“Searching

and Storing”

on Page 66.

scanner’s

-- M E N U--

search option.

Search for...

Set up the

scanner’s

Close Call

operation.

“Setting Close

Call Options”

on Page 73.

-- M E N U--

Close Call

Using the Menu

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Menu Item

Lets You ...

See ...

Set up

“Priority Scan”

priority options. on Page 39.

-- M E N U--

Set Priority

Set up

backlight

options.

“Using the

Backlight” on

Page 40.

-- M E N U--

Set Backlight

Set up

key beep

options.

“Adjusting the

Key Beep” on

Page 39.

-- M E N U--

Adjust Key Beep

Set up

battery save

options.

“Turning

Power Save

On or Off” on

Page 39.

-- M E N U--

Set Battery Save

View

“Displaying

System

Information”

on Page 39.

information

about your

scanner.

-- M E N U--

See Scanner Info

Transfer

“Installing the

Demo

information

between it and

your personal

computer.

-- M E N U--

Software” on

Page 27 and

“Using the PC

Control and

Cloning

Xfer Information

Options” on

Page 41.

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Programming Radio Systems

To edit an existing system, use the menu to navigate to

Programming Radio Systems

the system setting you want to change. This section

assumes you are programming a new system.

Programming radio systems is completed in two major

steps. Don't skip either step!

1. Plan the system.

2. Program the system into your scanner according to

the plan you prepared in Step 1.

To make planning easier, planning worksheets are

included in the back of this manual for each system type.

Copy the worksheets, then use them to plan out how you

will program the scanner.

Important! Before you start programming your

scanner, make sure the batteries are fresh or fully

charged. If the scanner loses power while you

program it, its memory might be corrupted which will

require you to reinitialize it (see “Initializing the

Scanner’s Memory” on Page 40). All information

programmed in the scanner,including preprogrammed

systems, might be lost.

General Notes

• You can store up to 200 systems.

• The number of system channels you can have is

limited only by the amount of scanner memory

remaining.

• You can store up to 20 channel groups per

conventional system.

• Total channels are limited to about 2500.

• Channels that have text tags use more memory than

those that do not. If you use a text tag for every

channel, total channels are reduced from 2500 (1600

is typical).

Quickly Programming Racing

Systems

You can use the menu system to program a racing

system (see “Manually Programming Racing Systems” on

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Page 48). Or you can follow the onscreen prompts as

described in this section to quickly program your scanner.

These prompts are designed to help you quickly enter a

new race from a frequency list purchased at the track (if

the system is not already preprogrammed into your

scanner). When you complete Steps 5 and 6, almost all

cars will use the default settings for the other steps.

1. While scanning, press

Select Race

0. Then rotate the scroll

control to select New

New Race

Race, then press E.

2. Enter the name of the

Name the Race

race, then press E.

SYS

GRP

3. Enter the first car

number (up to 3 digits),

then press E.

Enter Car No

SYS

GRP

4. Enter the first driver

name (up to 12

characters), then press

Enter Driver

SYS

GRP

5. Enter the driver’s

frequency, then press

Enter Frequency

SYS

GRP

6. Set the CTCSS/DCS

Set CTCSS/DCS

Off

code, then press E

7. Press E to enter

advanced options

(Steps 8-11) or press

to skip to Step 12.

Advanced Options

Yes= E / No= .

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8. Set the modulation

Set Modulation

type (Autois almost

always the correct

Auto

choice), then press E

9. Set the attenuator (turn

Set Attenuator

it on to eliminate

interference from other

Off

sources), then press E

10. Set the channel priority

Set Priority

(turn it on if you want

the scanner to interrupt

Off

operation every few

seconds to check for

transmissions by this

driver), then press E

11. Set alert (turn it on if

Set Alert

you want the scanner

to sound a special alert

Off

when this car

transmits), then press E

12. If you have another

Another Freq for

frequency to enter for

This driver?

this driver, press E

then repeat from Step

5. Otherwise, press No

13. To enter another car in

Another Car For

this race, press E then

repeat from Step 3.

This Race?

Otherwise, press No

14. When you finish, press

Complete

Scan to begin

scanning the race

Press SCAN key

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Manually Programming Racing

Systems

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E

ꢀ^{New System}ꢁ E ꢁ ꢀ Racingꢁ E ꢁ

^Confirm?ꢁE

The scanner creates an empty racing system, with a

default name of System nnn

R. nnnincrements as

you add new systems. Rindicates that this is a racing

system.

Refer to the appropriate section to set system-wide options:

• See “Editing the System Name” on Page 54

• See “Setting Group Lockout” on Page 55

• See “Setting the System Hold Time” on Page 55

• See “Setting the Channel Delay Time” on Page 56

• See “Setting Data Skip” on Page 56

• See “Editing the Car” on Page 48

• See “Deleting Systems” on Page 57

• See “Copying Systems” on Page 57

Editing the Car

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

^{Edit Car}ꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E

Follow these steps to enter the car options.

Rotate the scroll control to select one of the following

options. Then refer to the appropriate section to set or

change a car setting.

• See “Entering/Editing a Car Number” on Page 49.

• See “Editing a Driver” on Page 49.

• See “Setting a Car’s Quick Key” on Page 50.

• See “Editing a Car’s Channel” on Page 50.

• See “Deleting a Car” on Page 50.

• See “Setting Lockout On A Car” on Page 51.

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Entering/Editing a Car Number

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

^{Edit Car}ꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Car NoꢁE

1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first digit, then

press 0-9 to enter the correct digit.

2. Repeat Step 1 to enter or correct the second and third

digits if necessary, Then press E or press down on

the scroll control to accept the setting.

Hints:

• Each car number can be up to three digits.

• Press to delete the entire car number.

Editing a Driver

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit CarꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit DriverꢁE

1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter.

Func

2. Press and hold down

then rotate the scroll

control once to select the next letter.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until you have entered the

driver’s name. Then press E or press down on the

scroll control to accept the setting.

Hints:

• Each driver’s name can be up to 12 characters.

Abbreviate as necessary to fit.

• Press twice to delete the current character.

• Press three times to clear the entire driver name.

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Setting a Car’s Quick Key

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

^{Edit Car}ꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Quick KeyꢁE

After selecting this option, press 0-9 or rotate the scroll

control to assign the car to a quick key or press No to

assign the car to no quick key, then press E.

Hints:

• You can assign as many cars to the same quick key

as you want.

• To be scanned, a car’s quick key must be

activated and the system must be unlocked.

Editing a Car’s Channel

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit CarꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit ChannelꢁE

Deleting a Car

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

^{Edit Car}ꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E ꢀ

Delete CarꢁE

The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm,

press E. To cancel, press No.

Note: Deleted cars cannot be restored. You must re-enter

them.

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Setting Lockout On A Car

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

^{Edit Car}ꢁE ꢀ

Select the car ꢁ E ꢀ

Set LockoutꢁE

This setting determines whether the scanner will scan this

car when it is enabled. Select your setting, then press E.

Lockout- the car is not scanned.

Unlocked- the car is scanned.

Note: The default setting is Unlocked.

Programming Conventional Systems

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

New System ꢁ E ꢀ ꢁ Conventionalꢁ

E ꢁConfirm?ꢁE

The scanner creates an empty conventional system, with

a default name of System nnn

C. nnnincrements

as you add new systems. Cindicates that this is a

conventional system.

Refer to the appropriate section to set system-wide options:

• See “Editing the System Name” on Page 54

• See “Editing the System Quick Key (Conventional

Systems Only)” on Page 54

• See “Setting Group Lockout” on Page 55

• See “Setting the System Hold Time” on Page 55

• See “Setting the Channel Delay Time” on Page 56

• See “Setting Data Skip” on Page 56

• See “Deleting Systems” on Page 57

• See “Copying Systems” on Page 57

• See “Entering/Editing Conventional Channel Groups”

on Page 52

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Entering/Editing Conventional

Channel Groups

To enter channels in a conventional system, first set up a

channel group (or groups) to hold the channels. Then,

enter the channel and channel parameters in the group(s).

Setting Up a Channel Group

ꢀꢁEdit GroupꢁE ꢁ

ꢀꢁNew GroupꢁE

The scanner creates a group with a default name of

Group nn. nnincrements by one for each new group you

create within a system.

Refer to the appropriate section to set group-wide

options:

• See “Entering/Editing the Group Name” on Page 57

• See “Setting the Group Quick Key” on Page 58

• See “Deleting Groups” on Page 59

• See “Setting Group Lockout” on Page 55

• See “Entering/Editing Conventional Channels” on

Page 52

Entering/Editing Conventional Channels

ꢀꢁEdit Channel ꢁE ꢁ

ꢀꢁNew Channel ꢁE ꢁInput Frequency

Enter the frequency for the channel, then press E. Then,

refer to the appropriate section to change a channel

setting:

• See “Editing the Channel Name (Conventional

Systems Only)” on Page 59

• See “Setting Channel Priority” on Page 60

• See “Setting Channel Alert” on Page 61

• See “Deleting Channels” on Page 64

• See “Copying/Pasting Channels” on Page 65

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To program another channel within the same group, press

, then repeat the above.

To create another channel group and enter more

channels, press

four times, then proceed from

“Setting Up a Channel Group” on Page 52.

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Programming/Editing Optional Settings

This section details the instructions for each of the

Programming/Editing Optional Settings

optional programming steps referred to in “Programming

Radio Systems” on Page 45. Use the instructions in the

appropriate section to enter or edit a setting.

System-Level Settings

These settings apply to the entire system.

Editing the System Name

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E

^{Edit Name}ꢁE

Follow these steps to enter/edit the system name.

1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter.

Func

2. Press and hold down

then rotate the scroll

control once to select the next letter.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until you have entered the

system name. Then press E or press down on the

scroll control to accept the setting.

Hints:

• Each system name can be up to 16 characters.

Abbreviate as necessary to fit.

• The default system names include C(conventional) or

R(race) in the 16th position to indicate the system

type:

• Press twice to delete the current character.

• Press three times to clear the entire alpha tag.

Editing the System Quick Key

(Conventional Systems Only)

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Sys Option ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Quick KeyꢁE

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After selecting this option, press 1-9 to assign the system

to a quick key or press No to assign the system to no

quick key, then press E.

Hints:

• You can assign as many systems to the same quick

key as you want.

• To be scanned, a system’s quick key must be

activated and the system must be unlocked.

Setting Group Lockout

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Sys Option ꢁ E ꢀ

Set LockoutꢁE

This setting controls whether the system is scanned when

its quick key is enabled. Rotate the scroll control to select

your setting, then press E.

Locked- the system is not scanned

Unlocked- the system is scanned

Note: You can also lock or unlock a system by pressing

Func

, selecting the system, then pressing

+ L/O.

Setting the System Hold Time

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Sys Option ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Hold TimeꢁE

This setting controls how many seconds the scanner

scans a system before moving to the next unlocked

system. Enter a value from 0-255, then press E to save

the setting.

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Notes:

• If you select 0, the scanner stays on the system for a

minimal time (only long enough to check current

system activity).

• The default setting is 2 seconds for each system.

• All unlocked channels will be scanned at least once

regardless of this setting.

• The scanner moves to the next system after the hold

time expires, any current transmission ends, and the

channel delay time expires.

Setting the Channel Delay Time

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Sys Option ꢁ E ꢀ

Set DELAY TimeꢁE

This setting controls how many seconds the scanner

waits after a transmission ends before resuming

scanning. Select a value from 1-5or Off, then press E.

Notes:

• The default setting is 2 seconds for each system.

• This setting applies to all channels within the system.

Setting Data Skip

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Sys Option ꢁ E ꢀ

Set DATA SKIPꢁE

This setting controls how the scanner behaves when it

stops on a channel that has a data signal.

On- the scanner stops briefly on the channel, but then

immediately resumes scanning automatically. Press E to

select.

Off- the scanner remains on the channel until the

transmission stops. Press E to select.

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Notes:

• This setting is ignored for AM channels.

• The default setting for this feature is On.

Deleting Systems

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Delete SystemꢁE

The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm,

press E. To cancel, press No.

Notes:

• Deleted systems cannot be restored. You must

re-enter them.

• You cannot restore preloaded systems.

Copying Systems

To copy a system including all settings, groups, and

channels:

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Copy System ꢁE ꢁNew Sys Name

Enter a name for the copied system, then press E.

Group-Level Settings

The settings in this section apply to all of the channels

stored in the current group.

Entering/Editing the Group Name

ꢁProgram SysteMꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Groupꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁE ꢀ

Edit Name ꢁ E

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Follow these steps to enter/edit the group name.

1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter.

Func

2. Press and hold down

then rotate the scroll

control once to select the next letter.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until you have entered the

group name. Then press E or press down on the

scroll control to accept the setting.

Hints:

• Each group name can be up to 16 characters.

Abbreviate as necessary to fit.

• The group and system name alternate in the top line

of the display when the scanner stops on a channel.

• Press twice to delete the current character.

• Press three times to clear the entire alpha tag.

Setting the Group Quick Key

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Quick KeyꢁE

After selecting this option, press 0-9 to assign the group

to a quick key or press No to assign the system to no

quick key, then press E.

Hints:

• You can assign as many groups to the same quick

key as you want.

• To be scanned, a group’s quick key must be

activated.

Setting Group Lockout

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

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Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Lockout ꢁ E

This setting determines whether the scanner will scan this

group when it is enabled. Select your setting, then press E.

Lockout- the group is not scanned.

Unlocked- the group is scanned.

Note: The default setting is Unlocked.

Deleting Groups

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Delete Group ꢁ E

The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm,

press E. To cancel, press No.

Note: Deleted groups cannot be restored. You must

re-enter them.

Channel-Level Settings

These settings affect only the channel you are programming.

Editing the Channel Name

(Conventional Systems Only)

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E

^{Edit Name}ꢁ E

Follow these steps to enter/edit the channel name.

1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter.

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Func

2. Press and hold down

then rotate the scroll

control once to select the next letter.

3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 until you have entered the

channel name. Then press E or press down on the

scroll control to accept the setting.

Hints:

• Each channel name can be up to 16 characters.

Abbreviate as necessary to fit.

• The channel name appears on the second line of the

display when the scanner stops on a channel.

• If you do not enter a channel name, the scanner

displays the frequency when it stops on a channel.

• Press twice to delete the current character.

• Press three times to clear the entire alpha tag.

• Channel names take up extra memory. To maximize

channels, use channel names only where necessary.

Setting Channel Priority

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Priority ꢁ E

This setting controls whether the scanner treats the

channel as a priority channel while scanning. Select your

setting, then press E.

On- when you turn on the Priority feature, the channel will

be scanned every 2 seconds. Pappears at the end of the

default name.

Off - the channel will not be treated with priority.

Note: The default setting is Off.

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Setting Channel Alert

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Alert ꢁ E

This setting controls whether the scanner will alert you

when the channel becomes active. Select your setting,

then press E.

On- the scanner beeps when the channel becomes active.

Off- no alert sounds.

Note: The default setting is Off.

Setting CTCSS/DCS

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set CTCSS/DCS ꢁ E

This setting controls how a subaudible CTCSS or DCS is

used for the channel. Select your setting, then press E.

Off- any signal opens squelch.

Search- the scanner searches for and displays any

CTCSS or DCS tone that accompanies the transmission.

CTCSS- the scanner only opens squelch if the CTCSS tone

you select is also present with the signal. The scanner

then prompts you to scroll to the desired tone.

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DCS- the scanner only opens squelch if the DCS tone you

select is also present with the signal. The scanner then

prompts you to scroll to the desired tone.

Set Lockout- the scanner does not stop on the channel

if the tone you select is present. The scanner prompts you

to select a CTCSS or DCS tone.

Notes:

• The default setting is Off.

• See “What is CTCSS/DCS?” on Page 16 for a

complete list of CTCSS and DCS tones.

Setting Channel Modulation

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Modulation ꢁ E

This setting controls the demodulation method used for

the channel. Select your setting, then press E.

Auto - the scanner uses the default modulation for the

frequency (see the table at the front of the manual).

AM- the scanner uses AM (amplitude modulation) for the

frequency.

FM- the scanner uses FM (frequency modulation) for the

frequency.

NFM - the scanner uses narrowband FM for the

frequency.

Note: The default setting is AUTO.

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Setting Channel Attenuation

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Attenuator ꢁ E

This setting controls whether the scanner attenuates

signals on this channel. Select your setting, then press E.

On- the channel is attenuated by about 18 dB.

Off - the channel is not attenuated.

Notes:

• The default setting is Off.

• You can also toggle this setting by holding on the

Func

channel and pressing

and E.

Setting the Frequency Step

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Step ꢁ E

This setting selects the frequency step used for setting

the channel's. Select your setting, then press E.

Auto- the step is based on the band (see the table at the

front of the manual)

5.0 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8.33 KHZ, 10.0 kHz, 12.5

kHz, 15.0 kHz, 20.0 kHz, 25.0 kHz, 50.0 kHz, 100.0

kHz - The scanner uses the selected step.

Note: The scanner defaults to Auto.

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Setting Channel Lockout

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Set Lockout ꢁ E

This setting determines whether the scanner will scan this

channel when its system and group are enabled. Select

your setting, then press E.

Lockout- the channel is not scanned.

Unlocked- the channel is scanned.

Notes:

• The default setting is Unlocked.

• You can also lock or unlock a channel by selecting it

while scanning or holding, then pressing L/O.

See “Basic Operation” on Page 33.

Deleting Channels

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E ꢀ

Delete Channel ꢁ E

The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm,

press E. To cancel, press No.

Note: Deleted channels cannot be restored. You must

re-enter them.

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Copying/Pasting Channels

To copy a channel including all settings:

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E

^{Edit Channel}ꢁ E ꢀ

Select the channel ꢁ E

^{Copy Channel}ꢁ E

The scanner copies the channel into a copy buffer.

To paste the channel into the same or another system:

ꢁprogram systemꢁ E ꢀ

Select the system ꢁ E ꢀ

Edit Group ꢁ Eꢀ

Select the group ꢁ E

^{Edit Channel}ꢁ E ꢀ

Paste Channel ꢁ E

Then, if necessary, edit the channel you copied to give it a

unique name and other settings.

Note: The paste option appears only if you have

previously copied a channel from a system of the same

type you are currently editing.

Programming/Editing Optional Settings

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Searching and Storing

Service Search

The Air Service Search feature allows you to scroll

through the preprogrammed services.

1. Press

2. Turn the scroll control until SeARCH FOR...appears,

then press E.

3. Turn the scroll control until SERVICE SEARCHappears,

then press E.

The scanner starts Air Service Search.

Changing the step of Air Band

1. Press

2. Turn the scroll control until SRCH/CLOCALL OPT

appears, then press E.

3. Turn the scroll control until Air Band Stepappears,

then press E.

4. Turn the scroll control, the press E to select 12.5 KHz

or 8.33 KHz.

Quick Search

Quick Search lets you search from the currently-tuned

frequency.

Func

Press

and Scan/Srch to start quick search. QUICK

Search? appears. Quick Search Holdappears if you

press Hold. Press E to start quick search or No to go to

the search menu.

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CTCSS/DCS Search

CTCSS/DCS Search lets you search for CTCSS or DCS

tones when it finds an active frequency in search and

Close Call modes. You can identify up to 50 CTCSS

tones and 104 DCS codes.

Turning this option on lets the scanner search for CTCSS/

DCS tones. If the scanner detects the tone, it displays the

tone’s frequency and DCS code.

1. Press

then turn the scroll control until

SRCH/CLOCALL OPTappears. Then press E.

One of the search feature options appear.

2. Turn the scroll control until CTCSS/DCS SEARCH

appears, then press E to select it.

3. Turn the scroll control until ONappears to turn on

CTCSS/DCS search or until OFF appears to turn it

off, then press E.

Custom Search

Custom Search lets you program and search 10 custom

search ranges. You can search any of these ranges

simultaneously and select each custom search range you

set. During custom search, the scanner searches starting

with the lowest frequency in the search range you select

to the highest frequency in the range.

Notes:

• Search ranges are preset. See “Editing a Custom

Search Range” on Page 70 to change the range.

• You cannot turn off all custom search ranges.

1. Press

then turn the scroll control until Search

Func

For ...appears, then press E. Or, press

+ Scan/

Srch, then select No. One of the search feature

options appear.

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2. Turn the scroll control until CUSTOM Search

appears, then press E to select it. The scanner starts

custom search of the custom search range you

selected, stopping on any transmission it finds and

displaying the frequency. Turn the scroll control to

change the search direction. An arrow appears,

showing the current search direction.

To turn search ranges on or off, press 0 and 1-9.

To hold searching, press Hold. To resume searching,

Func

press

then press Scan/Srch or Hold again.

To lock out a frequency found while searching, press

L/O. Search Lockout? appears. Press E to lock out

the frequency or No to continue monitoring.

If you turn off the active custom search range, the

scanner skips to the next custom search range and

continues searching.

Note: If all frequencies in all active custom search

ranges are locked out, All Locked! appears and the

scanner does not stop.

Preset Custom Search Range

The preset frequency ranges are as follows:

BAND PLAN 1

Custom

Frequency (MHz)

Custom 1

Custom 2

Custom 3

Custom 4

Custom 5

Custom 6

Custom 7

Custom 8

Custom 9

Custom 10

25.0000

87.2875

108.0000

137.0000

216.0000

400.0000

406.0000

440.0000

470.0000

806.0000

1240.0000

136.9875

173.9875

224.9950

405.9875

439.9937

469.9900

512.0000

960.0000

1300.0000

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BAND PLAN 2

Custom

Frequency (MHz)

Custom 1

Custom 2

Custom 3

Custom 4

Custom 5

Custom 6

Custom 7

Custom 8

Custom 9

Custom 10

25.0000

87.2950

108.0000

137.0000

216.0000

400.0000

406.0000

440.0000

470.0000

806.0000

1240.0000

136.9875

173.9875

224.9950

405.9875

439.9937

469.9900

512.0000

960.0000

1300.0000

BAND PLAN 3

Custom

Frequency (MHz)

Custom 1

Custom 2

Custom 3

Custom 4

Custom 5

Custom 6

Custom 7

Custom 8

Custom 9

Custom 10

25.0000

87.2937

108.0000

137.0000

216.0000

400.0000

406.0000

440.0000

470.0000

806.0000

1240.0000

136.9875

173.9937

224.9950

405.9875

439.9937

469.9937

512.0000

960.0000

1300.0000

Note: If you want to adjust the preset custom search

range to match to the band plan you have selected,

initialize the scanner. However, initializing the scanner

deletes all the preprogrammed data other than the band

plan. (See page 40)

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Editing a Custom Search Range

You can edit up to 10 custom search ranges. The names

of the custom search ranges appear on the display. The

default custom search range names appear as CUSTOM

1, CUSTOM 2, and so on.

1. Press

then turn the scroll control until

Search For ...appears. Then press E. Or press

Func

and Srch, then No. One of the search feature

options appear.

2. Turn the scroll control until EDIT CUSTOMappears,

then press E to select it.

3. Turn the scroll control until the name of the custom

search range you want to edit appears, then press E

to select it. The following options appear as you turn

the scroll control.

EDIT NAME - lets you edit the custom search range’s

name

EDIT SRCH LIMIT - lets you view and select the

frequency ranges to search. The scanner prompts

you to enter the upper and lower search limits.

SET DELAY TIME - lets you set the amount of time

the scanner will delay before continuing to search

after a transmission ends

SET MODULATION - lets you set the custom search

range’s modulation type

SET ATTENUATOR - lets you set whether the scanner

will attenuate reception by 18dB during search

SET DATA SKIP - lets you set whether the scanner

will skip data transmissions during search

SET STEP - lets you set the custom search range’s

step (the gap between frequencies)

4. Select the option you want to change for the custom

search range you selected, then press E.

Auto Search and Store

Your scanner’s Auto Store feature lets you search for new

frequencies in custom search ranges or within a service

search range.

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Selecting a System

To store frequencies you find during Auto Store, you must

first select a system where the frequencies will be stored.

1. Press

then turn the scroll control until Search

For ...appears. Then press E. One of the search

feature options appear.

2. Turn the scroll control until Search and Store

appears, then press E to select it.

3. Turn the scroll control until the system where you

want to store the frequencies appears, then press E

to select it.

Note: You cannot select a racing system.

If no systems are programmed, or all systems are

locked out, No System Storedappears.

Storing a System

You can store frequencies into the system you selected in

“Selecting a System”. Otherwise, the scanner stores

frequencies in a new group it creates.

1. Follow Steps 1-3 under “Selecting a System”.

A search option appears.

2. Turn the scroll control until the type of search you

want appears, then press E to select it. A search

band appears.

If all systems are locked out, All Locked!appears

and the scanner does not store any frequencies.

When you select a search range, the scanner looks for

active frequencies within that range and Search and

Storeappears on the display’s lower line and the system

name and search range name appear on the display’s

upper line. When the scanner finds an active

transmission, it checks to see if the frequency has already

been stored in the system. If the frequency has already

been stored, the scanner continues to search. If the

frequency has not been stored, it stores the frequency

into a group named FOUND CHANNELS, then resumes

searching. The scanner creates this group if it does not

already exist.

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Using the Close Call Feature

Your scanner's Close Call^TMfeature lets you set the

Using the Close Call Feature

scanner so it detects, displays the frequency of, and lets

you hear a nearby strong radio transmission. You can set

the scanner so the Close Call feature works "in the

background" while you are scanning other frequencies,

turn off normal scanning while the Close Call feature is

working, or turn off the Close Call feature and use the

scanner normally. You can set the scanner so it alerts you

when the Close Call feature finds a frequency. You can

also set the frequency band where you want the scanner

to look for transmissions.

To turn Close Call detection on (CC DND, CC PRI) or Off,

Func

press

then

. When the feature is on,

appears

on the display and normal operation is briefly interrupted

about every 2 seconds.

Notes:

• CC DND (Do Not Disturb) - The scanner checks for a

Close Call hit every 2 seconds only if the scanner is

not currently stopped on a transmission. If the

scanner is on a transmission the scanner waits until

the signal ends to perform a Close Call check. This

prevents breaks in audio during Close Call checks.

• CC PRI - Close Call works even if there is a

transmission. Checks for a Close Call hit every 2

seconds.

• The Close Call feature works well for locating the

source of strong local transmissions such as mobile

and handheld two-way radios in areas with no other

strong transmission sources. Several factors affect

Close Call performance, however. Performance is

increased with higher transmit power, receive

antenna tuned to the target band, and a low

background RF level. Other than the antenna, you

have no control over these factors, but they explain

why performance might vary by both location and time.

• The Close Call feature cannot detect satellite dishes

or any transmitter with a frequency above or below

the frequency ranges listed under “Setting Close Call

Options” on Page 73.

Using the Close Call Feature

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• The Close Call feature works better with some types

of transmissions than others. It might not correctly

display frequency information for transmitters using a

highly directional antenna (such as an amateur radio

beam antenna) or if there are many transmitters

operating at the same time in the same area.

Setting Close Call Options

1. Press

then turn the scroll control until Close Call

appears. Then press E. Close Call feature options appear.

2. Turn the scroll control to select an option.

• Close Call Only: Lets you set the scanner only for

Close Call searching. The scanner does not scan

frequencies or channels when this option is turned on.

To select this option, press E.

• CC Auto Store: Lets you select whether the

scanner automatically stores Close Call hits into

channels. If you turn this option on, the scanner

starts Close Call mode and stores any Close Call

hits, up to the maximum you specified in the Max

Auto Store setting. If the scanner stores more hits

than this setting, it stops Autostore operation.

Turn the scroll control to display an option, then

press E.

• Set CC Mode:Lets you select the Close Call

mode. If you turn this option on (CC DND, CC

PRI), the scanner sets itself to its Close Call

settings about once every 2 seconds. Turn the

scroll control to display an option, then press E.

Func

You can also toggle this setting by pressing

then

Notes:

• CC DND - Close Call does not work while

monitoring a transmission.

• CC PRI - Close Call works even if there is a

transmission.

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• Set CC Override: Lets you select how the Close

Call feature works with other scanning activities.

If you turn this option off, when the scanner detects

a Close Call signal, CC Found!and E to Listen

appear for about 3 seconds. Press E when this

appears to jump to and hold on the frequency.

If this option is turned on, the scanner overrides

the current channel and goes to the Close Call hit.

The scanner displays CC Found! Press Any Key.

When you press a key, the frequency is displayed.

Turn the scroll control to display an option, then

press E.

• Set CC Alert: Lets you select how the scanner

alerts you when it receives a Close Call signal.

You can select any of the following options.

Beep+Light(the scanner beeps and the backlight

turns on when it receives a Close Call signal)

Light(the backlight turns on when it receives a

Close Call signal)

Beep(the scanner beeps when it receives a Close

Call signal)

None(the scanner does not alert)

Turn the scroll control to display an option, then

press E.

• Set CC Bands: Lets you select the Close Call band

settings. You can turn the following bands on or off.

VHF Low(25.0000 - 87.2875 MHz)

Air Band(108.0000 - 136.9916 MHz)

VHF High(137.0000 - 224.9950 MHz, except for

174.0000 - 215.9999 MHz)

UHF(400.0000 - 512.0000 MHz)

800MHz+ (806.0000 - 960.0000 MHz)

Use the scroll control to select a band, press E,

then use the scroll control to select Onor Offand

press E. Turning off undesired bands speeds up

Close Call operation. (The Close Call feature does

not work for frequencies greater than 960 MHz.)

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Close Call Hits

When the scanner detects a Close Call hit, it alerts you

according to the Override and Alert settings in the previous

section. While listening to a Close Call hit, you can press

Hold to hold on the hit frequency, press E to quickly save

the frequency into memory, press L/O to lock out the

frequency from Close Call and Search operation, or wait

for the transmission to end. If you are in Close Call Only

or Close Call Override mode, and you do not press any

key, the scanner returns to its previous operation after the

transmission ends and the set delay time expires.

If you are holding on the frequency, press Hold again to

resume the previous operation.

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Search and Close Call Options

The settings in this section affect custom searches,

Search and Close Call Options

service searches, and Close Call operation.

Managing Locked-Out Frequencies

While searching or during Close Call operation, if you

press L/O while the scanner is stopped on a frequency,

that frequency is locked out of these modes. You can lock

out up to 200 frequencies.

Note: Locking out a frequency does not lock out a

channel that contains that frequency.

Unlocking All Frequencies

ꢁꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Freq Lockouts ꢁ E ꢀ ꢁ Unlock All ꢁ E

The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To confirm

and delete all locked-out frequencies, press E. Otherwise,

to cancel, press No.

Reviewing Locked Out Frequencies

ꢁꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Freq Lockouts ꢁ E ꢀ ꢁRvw Search L/O ꢁ E

The scanner displays the first locked-out frequency and

prompts you to unlock the frequency. Press E to unlock

the frequency. Or, rotate the scroll control or press No to

select a different frequency. To exit the review, press

Searching for Subaudible Tones

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

CTCSS/DCS Search ꢁ E

This setting controls whether the scanner will search for a

subaudible tone when it stops on a transmission during

search or Close Call operation.

Off The scanner does not search for subaudible tones.

On The scanner searches for and displays any

subaudible tone found.

Search and Close Call Options

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Note: This feature does not operate when the scanner is

in AM modulation mode.

Setting the Maximum Auto Store

Value

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Max Auto Store ꢁ E

This value sets how many hits the scanner will

automatically store when it is in either Search and Store

or Close Call Auto Store mode.

Use the number keys to enter a value from 1 - 256, then

press E.

When the scanner reaches the maximum number of hits

you set, it stops the auto-store operation.

Setting the Modulation Type

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Set Modulation ꢁ E

This setting controls the modulation type used for quick

search and Close Call operations. Select your setting, then

press E.

Auto Uses the default setting for the current frequency

(see the table at the front of the manual)

AM Uses AM (amplitude modulation)

FM Uses FM (frequency modulation)

NFM Uses narrowband FM

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Setting Attenuation

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Set Attenuator ꢁ E

This setting controls the attenuator for quick search,

service search and Close Call operation. Select your

setting, then press E.

Off The attenuator is off.

On Reception is attenuated by about 18 dB.

Note: Turn on this setting if you are near other strong

signal sources. Attenuation sometimes helps to reduce

interference and desensitization that strong signals create.

Setting Data Skip

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Set Data Skip ꢁ E

This setting controls how the scanner behaves when it

detects a constant-level transmission during quick search

or Close Call operation. Select your setting, then press E.

Off The scanner remains on the transmission until it ends.

On The scanner quickly resumes searching or Close Call

operation.

Notes:

• If you are trying to test the Close Call feature with a

nearby transmitter and you do not talk into the

transmitter, the scanner will detect this as data and

will skip the frequency when Data Skip is on. Turn the

feature off or talk into the transmitter.

• The default for this feature is On.

Setting the Delay Time

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Set Delay Time ꢁ E

This setting determines how long the scanner waits after

a transmission ends before resuming quick search,

service search or Close Call operation. Select your

setting, then press E.

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Off

The scanner resumes immediately when the

transmission ends.

1-5 secThe scanner waits the set amount of time after

the transmission ends before resuming.

Note: The default setting is 2 seconds.

Setting the Search Frequency Step

ꢁ ꢀ Srch/CloCall Optꢁ E ꢀ

Set Step ꢁ E

This setting selects the frequency step used for setting

the channels. Select your setting, then press E.

Auto The step is based on the band (see the table at the

front of the manual)

5.0 kHz, 6.25 kHz, 7.5 kHz, 8.33 KHZ, 10.0 kHz, 12.5

kHz, 15.0 kHz, 20.0 kHz, 25.0 kHz, 50.0 kHz, 100.0

kHz

The scanner uses the selected step.

Note: The scanner defaults to Auto.

Search and Close Call Options

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Care and Maintenance

^GC^ea^ner^re^{al U}a^sn^ed Maintenance

• Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power.

• Always write down the programmed frequencies in

the event of memory loss.

• If memory is lost, simply reprogram each channel.

• Always press each button firmly until you hear the

entry tone for that key entry.

Location

• Do not use the scanner in high-moisture

environments such as the kitchen or bathroom.

• Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near

heating elements or vents.

• If the scanner receives strong interference or

electrical noise, move it or its antenna away from the

source of the noise. If possible, a higher elevation

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. Be careful not to rub the LCD window.

• Do not use excessive amounts of water.

Repairs

Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no user

serviceable parts.

Care and Maintenance

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Troubleshooting

If your USC230 is not performing properly, try these steps.

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Suggestion

The

The scanner

might not be

receiving any

power.

Make sure the AC

adapter is connected to

an AC outlet and the

scanner.

scanner

doesn’t

work.

If there is a wall switch

that controls power to

the AC outlet where you

connected the AC

adapter, make sure it is

on.

Improper

reception.

The antenna

might need to be

adjusted.

Check the antenna

connection or move or

reposition the antenna.

Move the scanner.

You might be in a

remote area that could

require an optional

multi-band antenna.

Check with your dealer

or local electronics

store.

Scan won’t

stop.

The squelch

might need to be

adjusted.

Adjust the squelch

threshold. See “Turning

On the Scanner and

Setting the Squelch” on

Page 33.

The antenna

might need to be

adjusted.

Check the antenna

connection.

One or more

channels might be

locked out.

Make sure the channels

you want to scan are

not locked out.

The channel’s

frequency might

not be stored in

memory.

Make sure the

channel’s frequency is

stored in the scanner’s

memory.

Troubleshooting

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Scan won’t

start.

The channel might

not be active.

Wait for a transmission

on the channel.

You must press

Press Scan.

Scan to scan.

The squelch

might need to be

adjusted.

Adjust the squelch

threshold. See “Turning

On the Scanner and

Setting the Squelch” on

Page 33.

One or more

channels might be

locked out.

Make sure the channels

you want to scan are

not locked out.

The antenna

might need to be

adjusted.

Check the antenna

connection.

Troubleshooting

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Specifications

Dynamic Allocation Capacity

₍S_witp_{h N}e_amc_{e A}if_ssi_ic_gna_edt_Toio_Ean_chs_{System, Group, and}

Channel):

Systems: .......................................................... 200 max

Groups:

Conventional Systems ........................ 20 per system

Racing Systems ......................................... No Limit

Channels: ............................................... up to 2500

Attenuation: ...................... 18 dB (nominal), 10 dB (limit)

Frequency Range (MHz): ........................See page 7 to 9

Operating Temperature:

Normal ................................................–20°C to +60°C

Close Call ............................................–10°C to +60°C

Scan Rate: ...............................100 channels per second

(conventional mode)

Search Rate: ...... 300 steps per second (5 kHz step only)

Scan Delay: ...................................................0-5 seconds

Audio Output: .. 320mW nominal into 8Ω internal speaker

30 mW nominal into 32Ω headphone

6 mW nominal into 64Ω earphone

Power Requirements:

2 AA Alkaline Batteries (3V DC),

or 2 AA Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (2.4V DC),

or AC Adapter (6 VDC 500mA) (AD-671)

Antenna: .............................................. 50 Ω (Impedance)

External Jacks:

Antenna Jack ..................................................BNC Type

Headphone Jack ................................................. 3.5mm

DC Power Jack (EIAJ TYPE-2 Center Positive) 5.5mm

Remote Jack ................................................ 4 Pin Mini

Size: ...........72.4 mm (W) x 34.5 mm (D) x 138.5 mm (H)

Weight: ................................................................ 179.3 g

Features, specifications, and availability of optional

accessories are all subject to change without notice.

Specifications

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Optional Accessories

ﬁ

Earphone

External Amplified Speaker

Optional Accessories

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Planning

Collecting Information

Getting your scanner programmed and scanning takes a

few steps. This help guides you through these steps that

will make it easier for you to start scanning.

1. Collect information about the system(s) you want to

monitor.

Do you want to listen to your favorite driver at the

track? How about your local police and fire

departments, the highway patrol, ambulance

service, and aircraft? You might even want to

listen to race officials as they dispatch the pace car.

Make a list of the drivers, tracks, and agencies you

want to listen to, then look up the frequencies and

systems they use. The Internet is a great source

for current frequencies and information about

scanning. Here are a few useful sites:

• http://www.racescanner.eu - Race frequency

information, programming software and accessories.

• Before you start to program your scanner, decide how

you want to organize the frequencies you want to

scan. For example, some areas are best organized by

geographic location (east, north, south, west, central,

etc), while others are best organized by agency

(police, sheriff, ambulance, fire, etc.). You might even

find it easier to organize a mixture of frequencies

(north, southeast, and west for police but fire all in

one group for example).

2. Organize the system information using these system

worksheets included in this appendix.

• Use “Racing System Worksheet” on Page 88 to

organize info about racing frequencies.

• Use “Conventional System Worksheet” on Page 90 to

organize info about conventional frequencies.

3. Follow the instructions in “Filling Out The Racing

System Worksheet” on Page 87 and “Filling Out The

Conventional System Worksheet” on Page 89 to

program your scanner.

Planning

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Tips:

• Before you start, make as many copies of the

worksheets as you think you'll need. You can also go

to the download section of

http://www.racsescanner.eu/download and download

the worksheets there.

• All worksheet instructions assume that you have

completed the critical Step 1 (collecting the system

information). Don't skip this step.

• Use a pencil to fill out the worksheets. This lets you

change information if necessary.

Planning

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Filling Out The Racing

System Worksheet

Race Name

Fill in the name of the race you want to scan. For

example, you can enter "Formula 1" here.

Car #/Driver-Frequency-Priority-CTCSS/DCS

Fill in the details for each car number and driver,

frequency, whether the car number/driver is a priority car

number/driver, and information about the car number/

driver’s CTCSS/DCS information (if any) you want to

store for this race.

Planning

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Racing System Worksheet

Race Name

Car #/Driver

Frequency

Priority CTCSS/DCS

Planning

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Filling Out The Conventional

System Worksheet

System Name and Quick Key

Fill in a name that describes the system you want to

create. For example, you can enter "Dallas Police" or

"Amateur Radio" here. If you want to store more than one

type of frequency, you can enter "Mixed."

Fill in the key you want to press to quickly activate/

deactivate the system. You can assign the same quick

key to multiple systems.

Group Name and Quick Key

Each worksheet documents the settings for one channel

group within a system. If you have fewer channels in the

group than fits on the page, you can skip a line and enter

an additional group of channels (enter the group info in

the line you skipped). If you have more channels for the

group than will fit on the page, use additional pages.

Func

Fill in the key you want to press with

to quickly

activate/deactivate the channel group. You can assign the

same quick key to multiple groups within a system.

Frequency-Alpha Tag-Priority-CTCSS/DCS

Fill in the details for each channel you want to store in this

channel group.

Planning

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Conventional System Worksheet

Conventional System W orksheet

System Name

Group Name

System Quick Key

Group Quick Key

Frequency

Alpha Tag

Priority CTCSS/DCS

Planning

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Preprogrammed Systems

Your scanner is preprogrammed with frequencies used at

PSyrespteromgsrammed

races within the Formula 1.

By default, one of the racing systems are unlocked, and

your scanner begins to scan them when you turn it on. To

speed up scanning, you can lock out systems that are

beyond your reception area (typically no more than a few

kilometers using the supplied stub antenna).

Follow these steps to lock out systems:.

Func

1. Press and hold

Func

2. While continuing to hold

, rotate the scroll control

to select a system you want to lock out.

Func

3. While continuing to hold

the system.

, press L/O to lock out

4. Repeat Steps 2, 3, and 4 to lock out additional

systems.

The preprogrammed systems provide a starting point;

you will want to find out more information about your local

radio systems so you can customize the programming to

better suit your listening preferences.

Notes:

• To free up memory, you can delete systems that you

will not be monitoring. Refer to “Deleting Systems” on

Page 57.

• Data used for the preprogrammed information was

supplied courtesy of http://www.racescanner.eu,

the Internet’s premier scanning resource.

Preprogrammed Systems

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Declaration of Conformity

We:

Declaration of Conformity

Uniden Corporation

2-12-7 Hatchobori

Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-8512

Japan

declare, under our sole responsibility, that this equipment

“Uniden Bearcat model USC230” is in compliance with

the essential requirements and other relevant provisions

of the EMC, R&TTE and LVD Council Directives of the

EU.

Declaration of Conformity

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