Uniden Scanner UBC69XLT User Manual

UBC69XLT  
SCANNER  
80 Channels  
with 3 band plan  
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Precautions  
Before you use this scanner, please read and  
observe the following.  
EARPHONE WARNING!  
Use only a genuine Uniden earphone. An incorrect  
earphone may be hazardous to your hearing.  
Turn down volume before connecting the earphone  
and then adjust volume to suit.  
WARNING!  
Uniden does not represent this unit to be water-  
proof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock,  
do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.  
Trademarks used throughout this manual are the  
property of their respective holders.  
Precautions  
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UBC69XLT Controls and Display  
Antenna  
(see “Connecting the  
Antenna” on Page 17)  
Headphone Jack  
Squelch  
Volume  
Display  
Keypad  
Power  
UBC69XLT Controls and Display  
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Contents  
Introduction.......................................................... 6  
Feature Highlights................................................ 9  
About This Manual.......................................... 10  
Understanding Scanning ..................................... 11  
What is Scanning?.......................................... 11  
What is Searching?......................................... 11  
Conventional Scanning................................... 11  
Where To Obtain More Information ................ 13  
Included With Your Scanner................................ 14  
Setting Up Your Scanner..................................... 15  
Using Internal Batteries................................... 15  
Connecting the Antenna ................................. 17  
Connecting an Earphone/Headphone............. 18  
Connecting an Extension Speaker.................. 18  
Attaching the Belt Clip..................................... 19  
About Your Scanner ............................................ 20  
A Look At The Keypad.................................... 20  
A Look At The Display .................................... 23  
Operation............................................................. 25  
Turning On The Scanner and  
Setting Squelch............................................... 25  
Storing Known Frequencies Into Channels..... 25  
Searching For and Temporarily  
Storing Active Frequencies............................. 26  
Scanning the Stored Channels ....................... 26  
Manually Selecting a Channel ........................ 27  
Special Features.................................................. 28  
Chain Search .................................................. 28  
Search Skip Memory....................................... 31  
Delay............................................................... 32  
Locking Out Channels..................................... 33  
Priority............................................................. 33  
Using Keylock ................................................. 34  
Using the Display Backlight ............................ 34  
Troubleshooting................................................... 35  
Resetting the Scanner .................................... 37  
Care and Maintenance ........................................ 38  
General Use.................................................... 38  
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Location .......................................................... 38  
Cleaning.......................................................... 38  
Repairs............................................................ 39  
Birdies............................................................. 39  
Specifications....................................................... 40  
Optional Accessories........................................... 42  
Declaration of Conformity .................................... 43  
Contents  
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Introduction  
Thank you for purchasing a Uniden UBC69XLT  
Handheld Scanner. The scanner is versatile,  
compact, and easy to use.  
You can program up to 80 frequencies into the  
scanner's memory. The scanner lets you scan  
transmissions.  
Use your scanner to monitor:  
Police  
FM CB  
This table lists the frequency ranges, default  
frequency step, default mode (AM or FM), and type  
of transmissions you can hear for each range.  
BAND PLAN 1  
Frequency Range  
(MHz)  
Mode Step (kHz) Transmission  
25.0000 - 29.9950  
30.0000 - 79.9875  
80.0000 - 82.9900  
83.0000 - 87.2625  
FM  
FM  
FM  
FM  
5
CB BAND  
12.5  
10  
VHF LOW BAND  
VHF LOW BAND  
VHF LOW BAND  
12.5  
12.5  
138.0000 - 157.9875 FM  
2M AMATEUR  
BAND  
158.0000 - 160.5900 FM  
160.6000 - 162.5875 FM  
162.6000 - 173.9900 FM  
406.0000 - 439.99375 FM  
10  
VHF HIGH BAND  
VHF HIGH BAND  
VHF HIGH BAND  
12.5  
10  
6.25  
FederalGov.Land  
MOBILE  
440.0000 - 465.9950 FM  
466.0000 - 469.9900 FM  
470.0000 - 512.0000 FM  
5
70cm AMATEUR  
BAND  
10  
6.25  
UHF STANDARD  
BAND  
UHF "T" BAND  
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BAND PLAN 2  
Frequency Range  
(MHz)  
Mode Step (kHz) Transmission  
25.0000 - 84.0100  
84.0150 - 87.2550  
FM  
FM  
5
CB BAND  
20  
5
VHF LOW BAND  
137.0000 - 143.9950 FM  
MILITARY LAND  
MOBILE  
144.0000 - 145.9875 FM  
12.5  
2M AMATEUR  
BAND  
146.0000 - 155.9900 FM  
156.0000 - 162.0250 FM  
10  
VHF HIGH BAND  
12.5  
VHF MARINE  
BAND  
162.0300 - 173.9900 FM  
406.0000 - 439.99375 FM  
440.0000 - 449.99375 FM  
10  
VHF HIGH BAND  
UHF LOW BAND  
6.25  
6.25  
70cm AMATEUR  
BAND  
450.0000 - 469.9900 FM  
470.0000 - 512.0000 FM  
10  
UHF STANDARD  
BAND  
6.25  
UHF "T" BAND  
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BAND PLAN 3  
Frequency Range  
(MHz)  
Mode Step (kHz) Transmission  
25.0000 - 29.9950  
30.0000 - 79.9950  
80.0000 - 82.9950  
83.0000 - 87.2650  
FM  
FM  
FM  
FM  
5
5
5
5
5
CB BAND  
VHF LOW BAND  
VHF LOW BAND  
VHF LOW BAND  
138.0000 - 157.9950 FM  
2M AMATEUR  
BAND  
158.0000 - 160.5950 FM  
160.6000 - 162.5950 FM  
162.6000 - 173.9950 FM  
406.0000 - 439.99375 FM  
5
VHF HIGH BAND  
VHF HIGH BAND  
VHF HIGH BAND  
5
5
6.25  
FederalGov.Land  
MOBILE  
440.0000 - 465.99375 FM  
466.0000 - 469.99375 FM  
470.0000 - 512.0000 FM  
6.25  
6.25  
6.25  
70cm AMATEUR  
BAND  
UHF STANDARD  
BAND  
UHF "T" BAND  
To select band plan from 1, 2 and 3;  
1. Make sure the power is turned off  
2. While holding down 1, 2 or 3 (the number  
corresponding to the band plan), turn on the  
scanner.  
Note: Please reset the scanner (see page 37) after  
band plan was changed.  
Introduction  
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Feature Highlights  
Chain Search - lets you enter personal search bands  
in 5 locations and search all locations in a chain of  
frequency bands.  
Triple-Conversion Circuitry - virtually eliminates  
any interference from IF (intermediate frequency)  
images, so you hear only the selected frequency.  
Two-Second Scan Delay - delays scanning for about 2  
seconds before moving to another channel, so you can  
hear more replies that are made on the same channel.  
Lock-Out Function - lets you set your scanner to  
skip over specified channels or frequencies when  
scanning or searching.  
Priority Channels - lets you program one channel  
and then have the scanner check that channel every  
2 seconds while it scans, so you do not miss  
transmissions on the channel.  
Key Lock - lets you lock the scanner's keys to help  
prevent accidental changes to the scanner's  
programming.  
Direct Access - lets you directly access any  
channel.  
Display Backlight - makes the scanner easy to  
read in low-light situations.  
Flexible Antenna with BNC Connector - provides  
adequate reception in strong signal areas and is  
designed to help prevent antenna breakage.  
Or, you can connect an external antenna for better  
reception.  
Memory Backup - keeps the frequencies stored in  
memory for an extended time if the scanner loses  
power.  
Feature Highlights  
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Key Confirmation Tones - the scanner sounds a  
tone when you perform an operation correctly, and  
an error tone if you make an error.  
Battery Low Alert - warns you when battery power  
gets low.  
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.  
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 11 for a  
quick background on the technology behind the  
hobby. 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 “Using  
Internal Batteries” on Page 15 and “Connecting the  
Antenna” on Page 17 if you need any help doing this.  
Feature Highlights  
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Understanding Scanning  
This section provides you with background on how  
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  
UBC69XLT.  
What is Scanning?  
Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-  
way communications do not transmit continuously.  
Your UBC69XLT 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 UBC69XLT can search for 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  
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 one of the banks.  
If not, you can continue to search.  
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. Up until the late 1980’s  
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this was the primary way that radio systems  
operated.  
Even today, there are many 2-way radio users who  
operate using a conventional system:  
Aircraft  
Amateur radio  
PMR users  
Broadcast AM/FM/TV stations  
Many business radio users  
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  
PMR radios. The range is typically 1.5-12 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  
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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. Typical repeater systems provide coverage  
out to about a 40 km radius from the repeater  
location.  
Where To Obtain 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.  
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.  
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Included With Your Scanner  
UBC69XLT  
SCANNER  
80 Channels  
with  
3
band plan  
Belt Clip  
Owners Manual  
Scanner and  
Antenna  
Note: If any of these items are missing or damaged,  
contact your place of purchase.  
Included With Your Scanner  
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Setting Up Your Scanner  
These guidelines will help you install and use your  
new 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 ohm  
coaxial cable for lead-in. A mating plug might be  
necessary for the optional antennas.  
Use an optional mono earphone or mono  
headset with proper impedance 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 two AA batteries  
(not supplied).  
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.  
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.  
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Do not mix old and new batteries, different types  
of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable),  
or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.  
If you use rechargeable batteries instead of  
alkaline batteries, make sure they are fully  
charged.  
Connecting the Antenna  
To attach the supplied flexible 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.  
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Note: Always use 50-ohm, RG-58, or RG-8, coaxial  
cable to connect an outdoor antenna. If the antenna  
is over 15 metres from the scanner, use RG-8 low-  
loss dielectric coaxial cable. You can get a BNC  
adapter at your local electronics store.  
Connecting an Earphone/Headphone  
UBC72XLT  
For private listening, you can plug a 3.5 mm mini-  
plug earphone or mono headphones (not supplied)  
into the headphone jack on top of your scanner. This  
automatically disconnects the internal speaker.  
Connecting an Extension Speaker  
In a noisy area, an optional extension speaker,  
positioned in the right place, might provide more  
comfortable listening. Plug the speaker cable's 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.  
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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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About Your Scanner  
We use a few simple terms in this manual to explain  
the features of the scanner. Familiarize yourself with  
these terms and the scanner's features, and you can  
put the scanner to work for you right away. Simply  
determine the type of communications you want to  
receive, then set the scanner to scan those  
communications.  
A frequency, expressed in kHz or MHz, is the tuning  
location of a station. To find active frequencies, you  
use the search function or refer to a frequency  
reference.  
When you search and find a desired frequency, you  
can store it into a programmable memory location  
called a channel. You can scan the channels if there  
are any activities on the frequencies stored there.  
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 function labeled below a key,  
first press Func then release it.  
appears on the  
F
display. Then press the next key in the function key  
sequence while appears. appears or  
F
F
disappears as you press Func.  
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If your scanner's keys seem confusing at first, the  
following information should help you understand  
each key's function.  
Key Name  
Hold  
Description  
Hold Holds the scan or the  
frequency search. Press and  
hold Hold to increment  
channels continuously.  
Scan/Src  
Scan Scans the stored  
channels.  
Func + Src Starts chain  
search or resumes searching.  
/
Turns the display  
backlight on or off.  
Func +  
Locks and  
unlocks the keypad.  
Func  
Lets you use various functions  
by pressing this key in  
combination with other keys.  
Press and hold for more than  
2 seconds to turn the scanner  
on or off.  
1/Pri  
2/  
1 Enters a 1.  
Func + Pri Sets and turns the  
priority function on or off.  
2 Enters a 2.  
Func +  
Selects the search  
direction.  
3
3 Enters a 3.  
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Key Name  
4
Description  
4 Enters a 4.  
5 Enters a 5.  
5/Dly  
Func + Dly Sets and turns the  
delay function on or off.  
6/PSrc  
6 Enters a 6.  
Func + PSrc Sets and turns  
program band select mode on  
or off.  
7
7 Enters a 7.  
8 Enters an 8.  
8/  
Func +  
Selects the search  
direction.  
9
Enters a 9.  
/Clr  
Enters a decimal point.  
Clr Clears a frequency you  
entered by mistake.  
0/L/O  
0 Enters a 0.  
Func + L/O Lets you lock out  
a selected channel or skip a  
specified frequency.  
E/Pgm  
E Enters frequencies into  
channels.  
Func + Pgm Lets you  
program the frequency.  
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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.  
BANK- appears with numbers (1-5).  
- appears when you lock the keypad.  
F
- appears only when the function mode is on.  
PGM  
- appears while you store a frequency into a  
channel.  
SRCH- appears during search mode.  
or - appears during search mode.  
- alerts you when the battery power gets low.  
P- appears when you select a priority channel.  
SCN- appears when you scan channels.  
HOLD- appears during scan hold mode and search  
hold mode.  
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L/O- appears when you manually select a channel  
you locked out or a skip frequency.  
DLY- appears when you select a delay.  
PRI- appears when the priority feature is turned on.  
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Operation  
Turning On The Scanner and  
Setting Squelch  
Note: Make sure the scanner's antenna is  
connected before you turn it on.  
1. Turn Squelch fully counterclockwise.  
2. Press and hold  
for about 2 seconds to turn  
the scanner on, then turn Volume clockwise until  
you hear a hissing sound.  
3. If the scanner is scanning, press Hold to stop  
scanning, then turn Squelch clockwise until the  
hissing stops.  
Storing Known Frequencies  
Into Channels  
1. Press Hold. Then enter the channel number  
where you want to store a frequency, then press  
Func and Pgm. The channel number appears.  
2. Use the number keys and /Clr to enter the  
frequency (including the decimal point) you want  
to store.  
3. Press E to store the frequency into the channel.  
Notes:  
If you entered an invalid frequency in Step 2,  
Errorappears and the scanner beeps three  
times. Enter a valid frequency.  
The scanner automatically rounds the entered  
number to the nearest valid frequency.  
For example, if you enter 28.473. (MHz), your  
scanner accepts it as 28.475.  
When you enter a frequency into a channel, the  
scanner automatically turns on the delay  
function and DLYappears. When delay is turned  
on, the scanner automatically pauses scanning  
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2 seconds after the end of a transmission before  
scanning proceeds to the next channel. To turn  
the function off or on, press Func + Dly.  
If you enter a frequency that has already been  
entered elsewhere, the scanner sounds an error  
tone and displays the channel that was  
duplicated. If you entered the frequency by  
mistake, press Clr then enter the correct  
frequency. To enter the frequency anyway, press  
E to accept.  
4. To program the next channel in sequence, press  
E/Pgm then repeat Steps 2 and 3.  
Searching For and Temporarily  
Storing Active Frequencies  
If you do not have a reference to frequencies in your  
area, use a search to find a transmission.  
Note: When the scanner starts searching, it auto-  
matically turns on the delay function. To turn delay  
on or off, press Func + Dly.  
Scanning the Stored Channels  
To begin scanning channels, press Scan.  
The scanner scans through all non-locked channels  
(See “Locking Out Channels” on Page 33). When  
the scanner finds a transmission, it stops on it.  
When the transmission ends, the scanner resumes  
scanning.  
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Notes:  
If you have not stored frequencies into any  
channels, the scanner does not scan.  
If the scanner picks up unwanted partial, or very  
weak transmissions, turn Squelch clockwise to  
decrease the scanner's sensitivity to these  
signals. To listen to a weak or distant station,  
turn Squelch counterclockwise.  
To ensure proper scanning, adjust Squelch until  
the audio mutes.  
Manually Selecting a Channel  
You can continuously monitor a single channel  
without scanning. This is useful if you hear an  
emergency broadcast on a channel and do not want  
to miss any details - even though there might be  
periods of silence - or if you want to monitor a  
specific channel.  
To manually select a channel, press Hold, enter the  
channel number then press Hold again.  
Or, during scanning, if the radio stops at a channel  
you want to listen to, press Hold once. (Repeatedly  
pressing Hold at this time causes the scanner to  
step through the channels.) Press Scan to resume  
automatic scanning.  
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Special Features  
Chain Search  
This feature lets you search through preset  
frequency ranges. You can also change each range  
to a range you set. There are three modes within  
this feature: chain search mode, chain search hold  
mode, and program band select mode.  
The preset frequency ranges are:  
BAND PLAN 1  
Bank Frequency (MHz)  
No.  
Step (kHz)  
1
2
3
4
5
30.0000 - 79.9875  
83.0000 - 87.2625  
160.6000 - 162.5875  
440.0000 - 465.9950  
466.0000 - 469.9900  
12.5  
12.5  
12.5  
5
10  
BAND PLAN 2  
Bank Frequency (MHz)  
No.  
Step (kHz)  
1
2
3
4
5
84.0150 - 87.2550  
20  
144.0000 - 145.9875  
156.0000 - 162.0250  
162.0300 - 173.9900  
406.0000 - 439.99375  
12.5  
12.5  
10  
6.25  
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BAND PLAN 3  
Bank Frequency (MHz)  
No.  
Step (kHz)  
1
2
3
4
5
25.0000 - 29.9950  
5
5
160.6000 - 162.5950  
162.6000 - 173.9950  
440.0000 - 465.99375  
466.0000 - 469.99375  
5
6.25  
6.25  
See page 8 for how to switch the band between 1, 2  
and 3.  
Chain Search Mode  
Press Func + Src to start chain search mode. SRCH,  
the enabled search bank number, and or  
(indicating the search direction) appear. The search  
bank number being searched flashes.  
Press 1-5 to enable or disable the search bank  
number being searched in this mode. Enabled bank  
numbers appear. (Disabled bank numbers  
disappear).  
At least one search bank must be enabled. (The  
scanner sounds an error tone if you try to disable all  
the search banks). The search bank and the  
frequency where chain search starts depends on  
how the scanner was set before you selected chain  
search mode.  
Chain Search Hold Mode  
To start chain search hold mode, press Hold in  
chain search mode. The scanner stops searching  
and Holdappears. In this mode, pressing  
Func +  
and pressing Func +  
changes the search direction downward  
changes the search  
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direction upward. or appears according to the  
current search direction.  
Storing Frequencies Found During  
Chain Search into Channel Memory  
You can store frequencies you find in chain search  
mode or chain search hold mode.  
1. Press Func + Pgm in chain search mode or  
chain search hold mode. The lowest blank  
channel appears.  
2. Press E/Pgm to store the frequency into the  
blank channel. To select another channel, press  
Func +  
or Func +  
before you press  
E/Pgm.  
If you try to save a frequency that is already stored,  
the scanner sounds an error tone and displays the  
channel that was duplicated. If you entered the  
frequency by mistake, press /Clr. To enter the  
frequency anyway, press E to accept.  
The scanner sets itself to program mode after you  
store a frequency.  
Setting the Search Range  
You can use this mode to define the search range  
used during a search in each search bank. To  
change a search range, press Func and PSrc.  
SRCHappears. Then select a search bank.  
When you select the search bank, the lower limit  
and upper limit frequency assigned in the search  
bank alternate on the display.  
To select another search bank, press Func + PSrc  
or Func +  
or Func +  
to increase the search bank number  
to decrease it. Hold down Func + or  
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Func +  
for about 1 second to quickly move  
through the search bank numbers.  
After choosing the search bank, follow these steps  
to set the lower limit and upper limit frequency.  
1. Enter the lower limit frequency by using the 0-9  
and /Clr keys.  
2. Press E to select the lower limit frequency.  
3. Enter the upper limit frequency by using the 0-9  
and /Clr keys.  
4. Press E to select the upper limit frequency.  
Search Skip Memory  
You can skip up to 50 specified frequencies during a  
search. This lets you avoid unwanted frequencies or  
those already stored in a channel.  
To skip a frequency, press Func and L/O when the  
scanner stops on the frequency during a search or a  
search hold. The scanner stores the frequency in  
memory and automatically resumes the search if it is  
not in hold.  
Follow these steps to clear a single frequency from  
skip memory so the scanner stops on it during a  
search.  
1. Press Hold to stop the search.  
2. Press Func +  
or Func +  
to select the  
frequency. L/Oappears.  
3. Press Func + L/O. L/Odisappears.  
To clear all the skip frequencies at once while  
searching or search hold, press Func then press  
and hold L/O until the scanner beeps.  
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Notes:  
If you selected all frequencies to be skipped  
within the search range, the scanner beeps 3  
times and does not search.  
If you select more than 50 frequencies to skip,  
each new frequency replaces a frequency  
previously stored, beginning with the first stored  
frequency.  
Press Func +  
or Func +  
to select a  
skipped frequency while Holdappears. L/O  
appears when you select a skipped frequency.  
Delay  
Sometimes a user might pause before replying to a  
transmission. To avoid missing a reply on a specific  
channel, you can program a 2-second delay into any  
channel or frequency. The scanner continues to  
monitor the channel frequency for an additional  
2 seconds after the transmission stops before  
resuming scanning or searching. The scanner  
automatically sets a delay when you store  
frequencies into channels or when you search  
frequencies. When the delay feature is on, DLY  
appears. If it is off, follow one of these steps to  
program a delay depending on how the scanner is  
operating,.  
If the scanner is scanning and stops on an active  
channel where you want to store a delay, quickly  
press Func + Dly before it continues scanning  
again. DLYappears.  
If the desired channel is not selected, manually  
select the channel, then press Func + Dly. DLY  
appears.  
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If the scanner is searching, press Func + Dly  
while the scanner is searching. DLYappears and  
the scanner automatically adds a 2-second  
delay to every frequency it stops on in that band.  
To turn off the 2-second delay, press Func + Dly  
while the scanner is monitoring a channel, scanning,  
or searching. DLYdisappears.  
Locking Out Channels  
You can increase the scanning speed by locking out  
channels that have a continuous transmission.  
To lock out a channel, manually select the channel,  
then press Func + L/O. L/Oappears.  
Note: You can still manually select locked-out  
channels.  
To remove the lockout from a channel, manually  
select the channel, then press Func + L/O.  
L/Odisappears.  
To unlock all channels, press Hold to stop scanning,  
then press Func and press and hold L/O until the  
scanner beeps twice.  
Priority  
The priority feature lets you scan through the  
channels and still not miss important or interesting  
calls on specific channel. You can program one  
stored channel as a priority channel.  
If the priority feature is turned on, as the scanner  
scans channels, it checks priority channel for activity  
every 2 seconds.  
The scanner automatically designates first channel  
as its priority channel.  
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Follow these steps to select a different channel as  
the priority channel.  
1. Manually select the channel you want to select  
as the priority channel.  
2. Press Func + Pgm, then press Func + Pri.  
P appears to the left of the selected channel  
number.  
To turn on the priority feature, press Func + Pri  
during scanning. PRIappears. Then the scanner  
checks the designated priority channel every  
2 seconds.  
To turn off the priority feature, press Func + Pri.  
PRI disappears.  
Using Keylock  
Use the scanner's keylock to protect it from  
accidental program changes. When the scanner's  
keys are locked, the only controls that operate are  
Scan, Func, Hold,  
,
, and  
.
To turn on keylock, press Func +  
To turn off keylock, press Func +  
disappears.  
.
.
appears.  
Note: Using keylock does not prevent the scanner  
from scanning channels.  
Using the Display Backlight  
To turn on the display light for easy viewing at night,  
press . The display lights for 15 seconds. To turn  
off the light sooner, press  
again.  
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Troubleshooting  
If your UBC69XLT is not performing properly, try the  
following steps.  
Problem  
The  
scanner  
doesn’t  
work.  
Possible Cause  
The scanner  
might not be  
receiving any  
power.  
Suggestion  
Check the batteries.  
Improper  
The scanner’s Check the antenna  
reception. antenna might connection or move  
need to be  
adjusted.  
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 Squelch” on  
Page 25.  
The antenna  
might need to  
be adjusted.  
Check the antenna  
connection.  
One or more  
Make sure the  
channelsmight channels you want  
be locked out. to scan are not  
locked out.  
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Scan  
The channel’s  
Make sure the  
channel’s  
frequency is stored  
in the scanner’s  
memory.  
won’t stop frequency  
(continued) might not be  
stored in  
memory.  
The channel  
might not be  
active.  
Wait for a  
transmission on the  
channel.  
Scan  
won’t  
start.  
You must  
press Scan to  
scan.  
Press Scan.  
The squelch  
might need to  
be adjusted.  
Adjust the squelch  
threshold. See  
“Turning On The  
Scanner and  
Setting Squelch” on  
Page 25.  
One or more  
Make sure the  
channelsmight channels you want  
be locked out. to scan are not  
locked out.  
The antenna  
might need to  
be adjusted.  
Check the antenna  
connection.  
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Resetting the Scanner  
If the scanner's display locks up or stops operating  
properly, you might need to reset the scanner.  
Caution: This procedure clears all the information  
(except the band plan data) you have stored in the  
scanner. Before you reset the scanner, try turning it  
off and on to see if it begins working properly. Reset  
the scanner only when you are sure it is not working  
properly.  
1. Turn off the scanner.  
2. While holding down 2, 9, and Hold, turn on the  
scanner. It takes about 3 seconds to initialize  
and CLEArappears.  
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Care and Maintenance  
Keep the scanner dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry  
immediately. Use and store the scanner only in  
normal temperature environments. Handle the  
scanner carefully: do not drop it. Keep the scanner  
away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp  
cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.  
General Use  
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. The display shows 000.000in all  
channels when there has been a memory loss.  
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.  
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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.  
Birdies  
All radios can receive “birdies” (undesired signals). If  
your scanner stops during Scan mode and no sound  
is heard, it might be receiving a birdie. Birdies are  
internally generated signals inherent in the  
electronics of the receiver.  
Press L/O to lock out the channel, then press Scan  
to resume scanning.  
If you still cannot get satisfactory results while using  
your scanner or if you want additional information,  
please call or write the Uniden Parts and Service  
Division. The address and phone number are listed  
in the Warranty at the end of this manual.  
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Specifications  
Specifications  
Channels: ............................................................. 80  
Frequency Range (in MHz):  
Sensitivity (SINAD 12 dB)  
See page 6 and 8  
25.005 MHz (FM) .........................................0.3 µV  
54.050 MHz (FM) .........................................0.3 µV  
86.275 MHz (FM) .........................................0.3 µV  
138.150 MHz (FM).........................................0.3 µV  
162.400 MHz (FM) ........................................0.3 µV  
173.220 MHz (FM) ........................................0.3 µV  
406.875 MHz (FM).........................................0.4 µV  
453.250 MHz (FM) ........................................0.4 µV  
511.9125 MHz (FM) ......................................0.4 µV  
Operating Temperature:  
Normal ........................................... –20°C to +60°C  
Scan Rate: ...............50 channels per second (max)  
Search Rate  
Normal ..........................60 steps per second (max)  
Hyper ...........................180 steps per second (max)  
Priority Sampling ......................................2 seconds  
Scan Delay: .............................................2 seconds  
IF Rejection (at 162.4 MHz) ............................90 dB  
IF Frequencies  
1st IF (25-173.99 MHz).....380.6050-380.7000 MHz  
1st IF (406-512 MHz) .....380.60625-380.7000 MHz  
2nd IF .......................................................21.3 MHz  
3rd IF ......................................................... 450 kHz  
Audio Output .............................. 400 mW maximum  
Built-in Speaker ............................32 mm dia, 8 ohm  
Dynamic Type  
Current Drain  
Squelched ....................................................90 mA  
Full Output ..................................................290 mA  
Specifications  
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Power Requirements:  
2 AA Alkaline Batteries (3V DC),  
or 2 AA Rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries (2.4V DC)  
Antenna: ............................... 50 ohms (Impedance)  
External Jacks: ................. Antenna Jack BNC Type  
Ext. Speaker Jack 3.5mm  
Size: ............ 68mm (W) x 31.5mm (D) x 115mm (H)  
Weight: ............................................................ 165 g  
Features, specifications, and availability of optional  
accessories are all subject to change without notice.  
Specifications  
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Optional Accessories  
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Earphone  
External Speaker  
Optional Accessories  
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Declaration of Conformity  
We:  
Uniden Corporation  
2-12-7 Hatchobori  
Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-8512  
Japan  
declare, under our sole responsibility, that this  
equipment “Uniden Bearcat model UBC69XLT” 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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COVERED UNDER ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING  
U.S. PATENTS:  
4,398,304  
4,597,104  
4,947,456  
5,438,688  
5,548,296  
5,598,430  
5,896,422  
6,034,573  
4,409,688  
4,627,100  
5,014,348  
5,448,256  
5,530,296  
5,600,223  
5,991,346  
6,064,270  
4,455,679  
4,841,302  
5,199,109  
5,465,402  
5,571,071  
5,642,424  
5,991,603  
6,266,521  
4,461,036  
4,888,815  
5,408,692  
5,471,660  
5,574,995  
5,710,992  
6,012,158  
4,521,915  
4,932,074  
5,428,826  
5,483,684  
5,577,076  
5,859,875  
6,025,758  
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