Uniden UBC9000XLT manual

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-- --------------------- 1 Precautions Before you use this scanner, please read and observe . the following: 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. Uniden@ and Bearcat@ are registered trademarks of Uniden Corporation @1995 Uniden Cor[...]

[ ------- Table of Contents Introduction 2 Included with the UBC9000XLT 3 Feature Highlights. . . . . . . . .. 4 Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . .. 6 Base Installation. . . . . . . . . .. 6 What is Scanning? . . . . . . . .. 7 Searching 7 Banks and Channels. . . . . . .. 8 Setting the Squelch. . . . . . . .. 8 Using the Rotary Tuner. . . .. 10[...]

1 ..-- Introduction The UBC9000XL T is a sophisticated information radio with automatic scanning capabilities. You can use it at home as a base unit, or install in your vehicle as a mobile unit. The UBC9000XL T can store frequencies such as, police, fire/emergency, marine, air, weather, and other broadcasts into 20 banks of 25 channels each. The ne[...]

L-.~ .- ...-- 1__- Included with the UBC9000XL T I ! 1 ,~ Telescoping Antenna (AT124) Australian Warranty Program AC Adaptor (AAD8500U) . Read this Operating Guide thoroughly before you use the scanner. . If any of the above items are missing or damaged, contact the place of purchase immediately. - 3[...]

Feature Highlights . Twin Turbo Scan/Search - This lightning-fast technology enables the UBC9000XL T to scan up to 100 channels per second and search up to 300 steps per second (in 5kHz steps). Because the frequency coverage is so large (see "Specifications," page 53, for band listing), a very fast scanning system is essential. That is wh[...]

f ...- . Variable Frequency Steps (Increments)-In the search or Manual Mode, lets you change the steps between frequencies. . Channel/Frequency Lockout-Lets you temporarily remove channels or frequencies from the scanning or search cycle. . Signal Attenuation-Reduces the scanner's sensitivity for unusually strong signals often found on the WFM[...]

r Getting Started Standard h 240V AC Wall Outlet DC 13.8V Jack Auxiliary Antenna Jack Jack Telescoping Antenna AC Adaptor! Charger (AAD8500U) J- Plug Off-On! Enter-Lock Switch FoldingLeg Base Installation 1. Insert the DC plug end of the AC Adaptor into the DC 13.8V jack on the rear panel. 2. Plug the AC Adaptor into a standard 240V AC wall outlet.[...]

.-- - I What is Scanning? Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications (listed below) do not transmit continuously. The UBC9000XL T scans programmed channels at the rate of up to 100 channels per second until it finds an active frequency. Scanning stops on an active frequency, and remains on that channel as long as the trans[...]

.....-- , t ' . ,. - ------.------....---...-..--------. .. ~-=:-~ -.. :t CTCSS Operation This section applies only if you are installing and using an optional CTCSS Tone Board with your scanner. Installing the CTCSS Board Installing the CTCSS Tone Boardis a simple procedure, and requires only a few minutes following the stepsbelow. CAUTION: B[...]

- 2. Think of the Squelch Control as a gate. Turn SQUELCH fully counterclockwise. This raises the "Squelch Gate" so high that no signals can get through. SQUELCH @ Strong Signals 3. Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise until you hear a hiss. This lowers the "Squelch Gate" so that everything gets through... noise, weak signals, and stron[...]

r Using the Rotary Tuner Frequency LED Channel LED Mode Selector Rotary Tuner Lock LED Lock Key Rotary Tuner and Controls This unique feature allows easy, rapid, and precise selection of frequencies and channels in the UBC9000XL T. Frequency/Channel Mode Selector - Press to switch between channel or frequency mode. When the CHAN LED is on, you can [...]

--- ~ '} Programming Channels Before you can scan, you must program the channels within a bank. You can store one frequency per channel, up to 500 channels. These are the banks and their associated channels: Each time you store a frequency, the list of scanning frequencies in the bank is automatically sorted by frequency number. This unique Au[...]

'} Programming By Manual Entry Use these keys: I81Iden " p.IJI!C~T D CL] [[J m:J ~ [L) CD ID (E] [IJ CL> . -. .- @ ~ JJ fl) EJEl8 C] (PROGIlSENOIIAlPHA) ~~ ~ c::s ~ DATA uo J CJ @ @ c::> (DB.AY.) c:::3> Scan and Numeric Keys 1. Select a frequency. Example: Program 482.7625 MHz into Channel 1. 2. Press I MANUAL) to enter the Man[...]

..- If an error is made during programming, or if the frequency is out of range, this screen appears. Enter a valid channel or frequency number. If the frequency is stored in another channel, the display will indicate the original channel for that frequency. Bank A P ch OUTOF BAND Bank A ch 1 DUPLICATE CH 230 To program more channels, repeat steps [...]

f ~ ..---- 3. Select a frequency. Example: 123.7750 4. Enter the Frequency. Then press ~ . Bank C ch 52 123.7750MHz 5. To turn to a new frequency, select FREQ with the Rotary Tuner Mode Selector then turn right to step up, leftto step down. Example: 123.7875 (turn right) 12.5KHz ch :::'?2 AM 123.7875IvrHl- Note: The channel indicator flashes o[...]

r 1. Select a frequency range. See page 53. Example: 450.000MHz to 456.000 MHz 2. Press I MANUAL) . 3. Enter the frequency and press ~to enter the lower limit of the search range. Example: 450.000 MHz 4. Enter the frequency and press ~to enter the upper limit of the search range. Example: 456.000 MHz 5. Press ~ to begin the search function. To exit[...]

t '} 1. Press I SEIO I to enter the Transfer Mode. 2. Enter the channel number. Example: Channel 200. 3. Press~. 4. Press ~ to Program the frequency. Enter Bank or ch 450.3875MHz I 200 ] 450.3875MHz Bank H ch200 OOO.OOOOMHz 0 (Display flip-flops) I 450.3875MHz I Bank H ch200 450.3875MHz 6c. Program the frequency into the first open channel of[...]

j r ------- Programming With AUTO STORE This procedure searches a frequency range and automatically stores active'requencies into empty channels of the selected bank(s). Note: Be sure to set SQUELCH before you begin a search. See "Setting the Squelch" on page 8. Use these keys: LH EXT SI' @ @ :@ .. l7$. YO Programming, Search, S[...]

t .--- 5. Press [ AUTO I to enter the Auto Store Mode. 6. Select the bank(s) for programming. The selected bank indicator(s) stop blinking. Example: Press ~ and ~. 7. Press[ SRC] to begin the Auto Store. l' Bank - ABCDEFOHU- -1234567890- Bank -=ABCDEFOHU- -12~4?pZ~90- The LED on the [AUTO I key flashes. Note: You hear no audio during Auto Stor[...]

, "--" t r Deleting a Programmed Frequency Use this procedure when you want to delete a frequency from a channel without storing a new frequency in its place. Use these keys: CD [[J lE:] [[] [0 CD @:] [[] [D ~ SQUELCH <ID g) EIfiI (] .~ @ @u <:::) c::::!) <::::!> 1I11den """"""""UBC8000X[...]

f 3a. To select the transfer channel, press I SEND I ... Enter Bank or ch 855.9125MHz 3b. Then enter the channel number... [ 855.9125MH~ ] 3c. Then press ~. Bank A ch 8 OOO.OOOOMHz D (Display flip-flops) Bank D ch 83 855.9125MHz 4. Press ~ to transfer the frequency. Bank A ch 8 855.9125MHz Programming Channels with Alpha Characters Use this feature[...]

---- t --- , ' '-- Repeat to choose more characters. You can enter up to 16 characters. Note: Press [AUTO I to move the edit cursoron the lowerline to the right. Press ~ to move the edit cursor to the left. 4. Press ~ to program the Alpha entry into the channel. 1. Press (PROG I... Then press I ALPHA). 2. Enter the channel number... Note:[...]

'- t - '--..--- 1: To Delete Alpha Characters Use these keys: 1I1IIBI P uec--. T ~i!~...i...!,ij~]~ ...~...!~~~.u.~..~. CD [[J ID m:J [L) CD ID [E] IIJ £I:) SQUElCH @ SlJ Program, Search, Scan, Mode, Numeric Keys, and Rotary Tuning Controls 1. Press I MANUAL) . 2. Press ( PROG I.... Select ALPHA or CTCSS Then press I ALPHA). . ,~ Select[...]

L--------- 7. Press ~ to store the changes. [Bank A ch 1] It- Select chan :: 1~ from 1 to sod) 8 Press ( SCAN I, I MANUAL), or ( PROG I to exit the Program Alpha Mode. 23 - =- ..", 1 I .~[...]

~- The Scan Mode Scanning All Programmed Channels and Banks Use these keys: ~~~ C] (PROGIlSENOIIAlPHA) ~. D[1iiI! ffiEO. . C><AN SQUELCH R ~; : Scan, Mode, Numeric, and Bank Keys 1. Turn on the scanner OR Press ( SCAN I to beginscanning. I / ean~ ABCBEFGHIJ f-Sca n===--123lJS67890 T~- 2. When the scanner stops on a channel you can: Bank A[...]

--'~-'- t . --....-.- :t Turning Banks ON or OFF After you have programmed channels in several of the scanner's banks you can customize which channels you scan by turning the banks on or off. 1. Press ( SCAN I. . I / ean~ ABCeEFGHIJ -}:S/C~r: 123lJ567890 2. To turn a Bank OF letter or numb F, press the E er. xample: ~ ~ ~. ~ ~G I,![...]

r Locking Out Channels The lock-out feature lets you further customize the channels that you want to scan at a particular time. For example, .if a stored frequency broadcasts almost all the time, the scanner will stop on it and stay. You can lock out that channel when you are more interested in the other channels for the current scanning session. W[...]

..---------- 1 -- Unlocking a Channel 1. Press I MANUAL) . 2. Enter the channel or press the Channel Mode Selector and use the Rotary Tuner to find the channel you want to unlock. Bank A P ch 1 LlO 482.7625MHz 3. Press ( 1)0 ). Bank A P ch 1 482.7625MHz -' 4. Press (SCAN I to resume scanning. Unlocking All Channels in selected Scan Banks. 1. P[...]

' '1. Using Priority Scan You can program one Priority Channel in each of the first 10 banks. During Priority Scanning, your scanner checks these special channels every two seconds, whether or not the scanner has located an active channel. Use these keys: ~B~ (] (PAOGIlSENDIIALPHA) ~. <L] ID ~ m:J [C) CD @:] [E] [D [L) ---, @ I!J II1Id[...]

:L-- The Search Mode In the Search Mode, the scanner looks for any active frequencies within a range of frequencies you select. It is best to select a narrow range, so that you have a better chance of finding all the active channels. Use Search if you don't have a frequency directory handy, or if new stations have been added since the director[...]

.....--- t_- ""., . '1 Scrolling Frequencies During a Search Scrolling temporarily suspends a search and allows you to manually move up or down through the frequencies. Use these keys: BA CIM OFf' CD [!::)(i:J AM WFM (L) (LJ (i:] .- 12.' - 2...... [D [i:::)(!:J CLR oa<Hz H.CUT EJ @:] (L] CD IEJ [[J [[J [[:) CD rn::J lE] [...]

1 Using Turbo Search Turbo Search increases the search speed from 100 frequencies per second to 300 frequencies per second in ranges where the frequencies are spaced 5 kHz apart. Use these keys: ME" SHFT ( CX>I.M I ~ I STATUS) mIIdI!n a +-usc-..r ~ (eOOAN I - SRC J( AUTO -I , ~I (] J) ER "'" OFf' CD C!:J (D AM -.. , ~ C![...]

.---- Locking Out Frequencies This feature is similar to locking out a programmed channel, except you can only lock out 50 frequencies. Use these keys: ~~~ CJ ( PAOQ 11 SEND 11 ALPHA) II1lden """"."""UBC8000XLT CD [I:J ID [Q:] [I:) CD @:] [ID ITI IT:) "_i ~!, Search, Mode, Numeric Keys, and Rotary Tuning Cont[...]

f t 'I.. Unlocking All Frequencies 1. Press~ to stopthe search. 2. Findany locked-out frequency. 5 . OKHz C~3 LID 47.2250MHz 3. Press and hold ( uo )for two seconds. You hear a double beep when all frequencies are unlocked. Birdies Birdies are internally generated frequencies that cause the scanner to stop during search. If you have problems w[...]

f ~.. ..----... Additional Scanner Features Use these keys: -CJ II1ld1!1a."""""UBC8000X1.T D <D[D~m:J[D CD rn:J [EJ IIJ [L) §T'MN TUAfIO (. SCAN 11 MANUAL .) ~ @ L~JI @ OFF - - UNE EXT SP @ @ Status, Search, Mode, Numeric and Special Function Keys Using Data Skip Some frequencies carry un-modulated signals or data [...]

1. Press~ to stop the search. I I i ! I I I I I i ! i I I ! ! Changing the Frequency Step The frequency step is the minimum space between frequencies in the Manual or Search Mode. Your scanner is pre-programmed with a default frequency step for each of its frequency bands. You can override the default frequency step to search in larger [...]

,,- ___,m- ---,._- """,___O' "--' mm,__-, , m +-, Setting the Signal Mode Your scanner is capable of receiving three signal modes: AM NFM Amplitude Modulation Narrow Frequency Modulation Wide Frequency Modulation WFM Each of the scanner's frequency bands is pre-programmed with a default signal mode. If you want to[...]

-. Using Signal Attenuation When the ATT LED is on, the incoming signal strength is attenuated (reduced) by about 15 dB. This prevents unusually strong signals from over-loading the scanner. In the Scan Mode, you must individually program each channel you want to use the Signal Attenuation feature. You can use the Signal Attenuation feature in the [...]

Preventing Accidental Programming The UBC9000XL T has a lock feature to prevent accidental programming entries. To disable the ~ , ( PROG I, I SEND I , and [ AUTO I keys, move the rear panel switch to ON. OFF ON ffIEij a:==::D IX ENTER LOCKa:==::D When you press ~ , ( PROG I, 1 SEND I , or [AUTO I , a message appears. Bank C ch 69 ENTER LOCKED Usin[...]

. f -..t- I 3. Press I MANUAL), ~, ~ or use the Rotary Tuner to see the count for each channel. Counter counts up to 99. To reset the counter for individual channels 1. Press I MANUAL). 2. Enter the channel number or use ~, ~, or the Rotary Tuner to select the channel. Count: 01 P ch 1 482.7625MHz 3. Press ~ twice. Count:OOP ch 1 482.7625MHz Note: [...]

Displaying Bank Memory Status This feature shows the programming status of the channels in a bank. Use these keys: ~}"~"":"tt""t'""""""?"~,,,,,:: li~;;;~;;.; ~~ ~ c:::> ~ DATA UO "---J c:::!> @ @ c:::> (DElAY.) ~ D I81IdI!n .............. uec~T . . . .' '.[...]

~ , ,-......-...........--- Using Auto Recording The Auto Recording feature allows you to automatically tape record activity from any channel of your scanner. When scanning stops on the assigned channel, the recorder records the broadcast. Before using the Auto Tape feature, connect the scanner to a tape recorder. (See page 6.) Use these keys: ,?::[...]

'-t~ When scanning stops on a channel that displays "Record", the channel will automatically be recorded. To deselect a channel so that it is not recorded: 1. Display the assigned channel on your screen. Record ch 1 482.7625MHz 2. Press~. "Record" disappears on the display to indicate that channel will not be recorded. Bank[...]

1 In Search Mode: 1. Press ~to stop the search. 2. Press and hold I STATUS) for two seconds. You hear two beeps, then the status information scrolls across the display. =--- Bank C ch 72 CTCSS:OFF 000.0 Bank C ch 72 HI-CUT:OFF Bank C ch 72 RECORD :OFF Bank C ch 72 DIMMER: BRIGHT ~ 5 .0KHz ch~O~ MODE:NFM '/1" ~/ 5.0KHz ch /)I~+- HI-CUT:OFF[...]

Use these keys for Display Light and Hi-Cut unIdI!n "-"-""~T D CD m::J @:J [[] [D CD [D [E] [[] [L) ~::.:) ~ ilSla f""~'""""~','",'"""""",'"",'",,,"~",""f (] iii~lltli [ ~ §T1N T1.IWO (. SCAN 11 MA[...]

CTCSS Operation This section applies only if you are installing and using an optional CTCSS Tone Board with your scanner. Installing the CTCSS Board Installing the CTCSS Tone Board is a simple procedure, and requires only a few minutes following the steps below. CAUTION: Be sure to turn the scanner off and disconnect the power cord before attemptin[...]

4. Align the pins on the CTCSS Board with the sockets on the mother board. Make sure they go straight into the sockets. The 4 pin socket is toward the front of the scanner. The 3 pin socket is toward the back of the scanner. 5. Gently push straight down on the CTCSS Board until the pins are fully seated in the sockets. CTCSS Board installed 0 D ;--[...]

Using CTCSS The CTCSS (Continuous Tone Control Squelch System) feature allows squelch to be broken during scanning only when a CTCSS Tone is received. To program a channel for CTCSS, use these keys: Et. ;; 5r III II1lden .""""""'Uec_XLT <LJ I:!:I @:] ITI IT::) CEJ @:] lE] IT] Q::) SQUELCH <ID !lJ Program, Se[...]

6. Use the Rotary Tuner to select a tone frequency. (See page 49 for a list of tone frequencies.) 7. Press ~ to program the frequency. After programing the frequency, the scanner returns to step three. Continue programming CTCSS frequencies, or press I MANUAL) to exit. I / ... ' I " - 67 -: OHz ch 72 " / I ... 854.2875MHz ... &a[...]

7. Use the Rotary Tuner to select a new frequency. (See below for a list of CTCSS tone frequencies.) '- I / -- "' " -- r-77 . OHz - ch 72 -- / I 854.2875MHz 8. Press ~ . 77 . OHz - -ch 72 -- / I 854.287~~Jfz After programming the frequency, the scanner returns to step four. Continue programming CTCSS frequencies, or press I MANU[...]

Care and Mai ntenance General Use Write down the programmed channels/frequencies in case of a memory loss. Firmly press each scanner key so that you hear the entry tone. Location If strong interference or electrical noise is received, move the scanner. Also, a higher antenna ,location usually results in better reception. Do not use the scanner in h[...]

c. Troubleshooting If your UBC9000XL T is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. If you still cannot get satisfactory results and want additional information, or to return the unit for service, please call Uniden Customer Service Division. The address and phone number are listed in the Warranty. (at the end of this manual) 51 -- ~ ...[...]

r Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts External Speaker (ESP25, SQ) Hard Wire Cord (PSOO2) -- Telescoping Antenna (AT124) ~ Mobile Mounting Bracket Assembly Kit (MBOO1) 0=0 = 0=0 . . o~ = 0=0 &?qIb ~ CTCSS Board (BCOO5) ~ 52 AC Adaptor (AAD 8500U) Cigarette Lighter Power Cord Adaptor (PSOO1)[...]

r Specifications Banks: Total 20 banks Channels: 500 channels Search Band: Total 16 Search bands(AM, NFM, WFM) Frequency Range: I Scan Delay: Audio Output: Antenna: Operating Temperature: Size: Weight: Scan Rate: Up to 100 channels per second Search Rate: Up to 300 steps per second (Turbo Mode) Up to 100 steps per second (Normal Mode) 2 seconds Max[...]

~..... - Warranty Uniden UBC9000XL T Auto Scanner Australian 1 Year Warranty Note: Please keep your sales docket as it provides evidence of warranty. WARRANTOR: Uniden Australia Pty. Limited ACN 001 865498 ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of this warranty, its UBC9000XL T Auto Scanner (hereinafter [...]

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