User manual UNIDEN BC 200XLT

[. . . ] You can scan in 2 ways: s s Scan channels you have programmed Scan pre-programmed weather channels. What is Scanning?Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most 2-way communications do not transmit continuously (see Types of Communication below). The BC244CLT scans programmed channels at a rate of up to 12 channels per second until it locates an active frequency. When the scanning stops on an active frequency, it remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues. When the transmission ends, the scanner stays on the channel for 2 more seconds, waiting for a responding transmission. [. . . ] For UHF frequencies, shortening the antenna may improve the reception. After the clock time has been entered, press and hold ALARM SET until the time indicated and A L A R M indicator flashes in the display. 2. The alarm time remains in the display for five seconds, then returns to current time. Turn the Alarm On or Off Press ALARM to toggle the alarm on or off. When the alarm is on, the A L A R M indicator and current alarm time is displayed. When the alarm is off, only the current time displays. When the alarm goes off, it will sound as a series of beeps gradually growing louder. The alarm will continue for approximately 15 minutes, if no action is taken. If you would like to listen to the scanner while waking up, turn the scanner on. The snooze function continues to operate while the scanner is turned on and in any mode. 10 USING THE SCANNER Set the Squelch 1. Adjust the VOLUME control until you can hear a steady noise. 11 4. Or, manually set squelch as follows: s Think of squelch as a gate. This raises the "Squelch Gate" so high that only very strong signals can get through. s Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise until you hear a hiss. The Weather Scan feature is provided specifically to avoid this occurrence. 18 Priority Scanning Priority Scan is like a dual watch function. When you activate Priority Scan mode, the scanner keeps track of the activity on the priority channel while scanning the other channels. A constant P R I appears on the display Priority Scan mode does not operate when the scanner is in Weather mode. Every two seconds, the scanner checks the priority channel for activity. If a signal is found, the scanner remains on the priority channel until the transmission ends. If the signal stops for more than two seconds, normal scan operation resumes. To Set the Priority Channel Your BC244CLT has a default Priority Channel, set at Channel 1. To change the priority channel, determine the frequency most important to you and program it into the desired channel location. Press and hold PRIORITY until a beep sounds. The P R I indicator appears in the display and P indicator appears to the left of the selected channel. To enter the Priority Scan Mode When in Scan or Manual mode, press PRIORITY. The P R I indicator goes out. Channel Lockout You can lock out a channel so it is not scanned. [. . . ] Location s s s If your scanner receives strong interference or electrical noise, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the noise. Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. Do not plug the scanner into an outlet controlled by a wall switch as it could cause the clock to reset. Cleaning s Disconnect the power to the unit before cleaning. Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it to a qualified repair technician. [. . . ]