User manual UNIDEN SC180B OPERATING GUIDE

[. . . ] SC180 100-Channel Programmable Twin Turbo Hand-Held Sports Scanner OPERATING GUIDE Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following: n WARNING!To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. Be sure to use only the supplied earphone, or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32W ). Use of an incorrect earphone or stereo headset may be potentially hazardous to your hearing. n n WARNING: Set the Volume to a comfortable audio level coming from the speaker before plugging in the supplied earphone or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32W ). [. . . ] If there is no responding transmission within 2 seconds, the search cycle resumes. When the SportCat is on SEARCH Mode, the display will look something like this: 13 Programming Channels Before you can scan, you must program the channels within a bank. You can store one frequency per channel, up to 100 channels. Note: If appears on the display (keypad Locked), unlock the keypad by pressing and holding until disappears. There are two ways to program a channel: n Manually select a channel and frequency, using the numeric keypad. You can determine the frequencies you want from the Betty Bearcat (or similar) Frequency Book (optional), or from the Sports Activity Frequency Book (included). n Search a band to find an active frequency, and then directly store it into a channel A. Enter the frequency number using the numeric keypad. (Be sure to include the decimal point. ) . If you make a mistake and want to clear the entry, press twice and re-enter the frequency. 6. The frequency on the display will blink twice to confirm the programming. 14 7. If that frequency is already stored in another channel, you will hear a "beep", and the other channel number will appear on the display. If you want to store the frequency in the selected channel (18) as well, press again. Or, you can press and enter another frequency for the currently selected channel. Note: Any frequency already stored in any channel will automatically be replaced by the new one. 8. If you try to enter a frequency that is outside one of the 12 Bands, you will hear a "beep", and the word "Error" appears on the display. To program another channel, repeat the above procedures. Deleting a Stored Frequency To delete a frequency from a channel: 1. Programming SEARCH The Search feature enables you to rapidly search for active frequencies within the specified band limits. When an interesting frequency is found, you can store it into a channel using the procedure below. For more information about SEARCH Mode, see the section titled "Searching". 1. Press and hold the /BAND key to display the preprogrammed Search Bands. Use the and keys or VFO control until you see the Band you want. 3. If you wish to change the search direction, press and hold or to search in an up or down direction. The next available empty channel to store the frequency will be blinking on the display. 4. The frequency currently stored in the channel will appear for 2 seconds and then will be replaced by the frequency located from the search. b. The frequency will blink twice to confirm the programming. Programming Channels with Alpha Characters Use this feature to name channels (up to 100 channels) for easy reference. 1. [. . . ] Avoid placing the scanner in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents. If the scanner is exposed to temperatures below -5°F or above 140°F, the liquid crystal display may temporarily cease to function properly, or can become permanently damaged. 26 Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts The following optional accessories and replacement parts for your SportCat are available from your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden Customer Service Center by calling: 1-800-297-1023, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Central Time, Monday through Friday. ITEM Spare Battery Pack Replacement Rubber Antenna Earphone AC Adapter/Charger Straight Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) Coiled Cigarette Lighter Power Cord (fused) Belt Clip with 2 screws SportCat Sports Frequency Guide SportCat Operating Guide PART NO. BP-180 AT-218 EP-009 AD-70U UA-502 UA-502A BCK-150 FB-150 OMSC180 27 Troubleshooting If your SportCat is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. PROBLEM Scanner won't work. SOLUTION Check the power connections. Make sure the power switch is turned on. Improper reception. Check the antenna connection. [. . . ]