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10The FCC Wants You to KnowThis scanner has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a scanning receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Ru

100[MENU]  Program System  F  Select a trunked system  F  Edit Group  F  Select a channel group  F  Edit Channel  F  Select a channel 

101Searching and StoringSearching and StoringService SearchService Search lets you select and search the scanner’s preprogrammed search ranges. During

102To lock out a frequency found while searching, press [L/O]. Pressing [L/O] once displays Temporary L/O and pressing [L/O] twice displays Locked Out

103Searching and StoringPress [.No] then  to Custom Search  F.The scanner starts custom search of the custom search range you selected, stopping on

104Edit 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 D

105Searching and StoringIn addition to this scan you can search any of the preprogrammed service or custom search ranges. While scanning, press F. Rot

106Set Attenuator to select to choose an attenuation for all frequencies in the range.  F On — the frequencies are attenuated.Off — the frequencies

107Searching and StoringAuto Search and StoreYour scanner’s Auto Store feature lets you search for new frequencies in custom search ranges or within a

108Trunked Search and StoreYou can store talk group ID’s into the system you selected in “Selecting a System”. Otherwise, the scanner stores talk grou

109Using the Close Call FeatureUsing the Close Call FeatureYour scanner’s Close Call™ feature lets you set the scanner so it detects, displays the fre

11The FCC Wants You to Knowup these transmissions. Do not open your scanner’s case to make any modifications that could allow it to pick up transmissi

110Call 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

111Using the Close Call FeatureSet CC Bands — Lets you select the Close Call band settings. You can turn the following bands on or off.VHF Low 1 — (25

112you can also set how long the scanner will wait after the signal stops before resuming scan. This lets you continue to hear transmissions detected

113Search and Close Call OptionsSearch and Close Call OptionsThe settings in this section affect custom searches, service searches, and Close Call ope

114Unlocking All Frequencies[MENU]   Srch/CloCall Opt  F  Freq Lockouts  F  Unlock All  F The scanner prompts you to confirm deletion. To con

115Search and Close Call OptionsScreening Out Broadcast Sources[MENU]   Srch/CloCall Opt  F  Broadcast Screen  F This setting determines whether

116Finding Repeater Output Frequencies[MENU]   Srch/CloCall Opt  F  Repeater Find  F  On or Off  F This feature sets whether the scanner trie

117Search and Close Call OptionsAuto — the scanner uses the default modulation for the frequency band. The default setting is Auto.AM — the scanner us

118unmodulated carrier as data and skips the frequency when Data Skip is on. Turn the feature off or talk into the transmitter to modulate the carrier

119Search and Close Call OptionsPriority ScanIf you activate a Priority Scan while scanning, the radio interrupts its scan every two seconds to check

12IntroductionYour BCT15 scanner is a state-of-the-art scanner radio with Trunk Tracker™ III and automatic scanning capabilities. You can store in the

120Using Weather Alert (SAME)Your BCT15 has been primarily designed as a multi-band, general services scanner. While it incorporates a weather alert a

121Using Weather Alert (SAME)This setting determines which types of signals will trigger an alert. Choose your setting, then press F.Alert Only — the

122[MENU]   WX Operation  F  Program SAME  F Select the SAME group to edit  F Edit Name — enter the name you want to assign to the SAME group

123Fire Tone-Out IntroductionFire Tone-Out IntroductionYour scanner can be set to respond to fire tone-outs, a system comprised of standardized two-to

124Set Modulation — Set the modulation type for the paging signal. Next choose the modulation setting:Auto — The scanner uses the default modulation f

125Fire Tone-Out IntroductionTone-Out Multi-Channel MonitoringThe scanner can check multiple tone combination pages for channels whose settings are th

126Using the BCT15 with a GPSThe scanner lets you connect a compatible GPS device to it to provide two very convenient operation features:• automatica

127Using the BCT15 with a GPSLocation-Based (GPS) ScanningThe BCT15 uses data, supplied by an attached GPS unit, that lets the radio automatically unl

128Another Example of Multiple Site CreationThe geographic area of Arlington, TX, is separated into multiple site locations to enable automatic lockou

129Using the BCT15 with a GPSTo store your current location, press and hold [GPS] for more than 1 second. You are prompted to enter the type of entry

13IntroductionThe frequency ranges shown are based on factory-default step settings. Step setting changes are user definable.• The modulation setting

130Setting the Options[MENU]   Program Location F  Select a location type (POI, Dangerous Xing, or Dangerous Road). F  New Location FThe scanne

131Using the BCT15 with a GPSFor POI Only Set Alert Beep F Choose Off so no tone sounds or one of the four alert melodies Alert 1 to Alert 4.Once yo

132 Set Heading F You can input the compass direction to the site from your present location or, you can select All Range which ignores your specifi

133Using the BCT15 with a GPSGPS Display ModeIf you press GPS, the scanner switches to a GPS display mode. In this mode, you can see location informat

134GPS Review Location ModeIf you have programmed data for a Point of Interest, Dangerous Crossing, and a Dangerous Road, you can review each set on a

135Care and MaintenanceCare and MaintenanceGeneral UseTurn the scanner off before disconnecting the power. If memory is lost, simply reprogram each ch

136TroubleshootingFrom time to time, Uniden might update the BCT15’s firmware to change the scanner’s performance or incorporate new features. These u

137TroubleshootingIf you experience difficulty while in TrunkTracker™ mode, try the following steps. Scan won’t start. You must press [SCAN/SEARCH] to

138If you still cannot get satisfactory results while using your scanner or if you want additional information, please call or write the Uniden Parts

139TroubleshootingCTCSS FrequenciesDCS Codes 67.0 69.3 71.9 74.4 77.0 79.7 82.5 85.4 88.5 91.5 94.8 97.4100.0 103.5 107.2 110.9

14State-by-State Preprogrammed Channels — let you easily keep up with activity on local police, Department of Transportation, and Highway Patrol frequ

140SpecificationsCertificated accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part 15 Subpart C as of date of manufacture.Dynamic Allocation CapacitySystems

141SpecificationsSensitivity (nominal) 12dB SINAD :Attenuation : 20dB nominalScan Rate : 100 channels per second (Conventional mode) maxSearch Rate

142Remote Interface Jack 4pin Mini TypeGPS / Remote Interface Jack D-sub 9pin Male TypeExt. DC Power / ORNG Wire Jack 3pin (Center Orange Wire)O

143ReferenceReferencePreset Fleet MapsNote: Size Codes in parenthesis indicates that the Size Code spans more than one block.Preset Map 1 Preset Map 2

144Preset Map 7 Preset Map 8Preset Map 9 Preset Map 10Preset Map 11 Preset Map 12Preset Map 13 Preset Map 14Block Size Code Block Size Code0 Size Code

145ReferencePreset Map 15 Preset Map 16User Defined Fleet MapsType I Programming InformationWhen a Type I system is designed, the address information

146seems. Select a size code for a block, and then press Scan. Now listen to the communications. If you decide you are receiving most of the replies t

147IndexIndexAAgency Subfleet 28Alert 14, 51Channels 59Dangerous Xing-Road 131LED 51Mute 42, 49, 51Plus 16POI 131Tone 59Antenna Antenna 20, 32, 34, 39

148EDACS trunking 28FIPS area specific 17GPS icon 49Skip 14State-by-state system 20Technical systems 27Wired clone transfer 15Dimmer 64DIN-E 14, 31, 3

149IndexNNOAA 120-121NOAA WX 115PPOI 133, 134Example 131Location, Range 128Only For 131Setting 130POL 3, 58Police 48Port 15, 46, 67, 70-71Preprogramme

15IntroductionTone Volume Adjust — lets you select and set various tones for different purposes. You can adjust the level of the following tones: Key

150One-Year Limited WarrantyImportant: Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service.WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”)

151One-Year Limited WarrantyPROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY: If, after following the instructions in this Operating Guide you are cert

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16Name Editing — you can edit or change names, using up to 16 characters, for the following attributes: System, Site, Group, Channel, TGID, GPS Locat

17IntroductionSearch With Scan — lets you monitor a service search and a custom search scan sequentially.Service Search — lets you select from a list

18Memory Storage Limits* depending on the number of TGID in the system.Search Lockout LimitsAbout This ManualThe screen displays used in this manual a

19Introductiontype (Program System) when you press [MENU]. It also instructs you to turn the Scroll Control (shown as ) to view a series of choices t

2PrecautionsBefore you use this scanner, please read and observe the following.This scanning radio has been manufactured so that it will not tune to t

20A Short User’s Guide to Assist the First-Time Scanner EnthusiastWelcome to the family of Uniden scanner users. You have just unpacked your Uniden BC

21A Short User’s Guide to Assist the First-Time Scanner Enthusiast1. Plan the system2. Program the system based on the plan.The reprinted article from

22Understanding Scanning and the BCT15This section provides you with additional background on how scanning works and how your scanner provides that fe

23Understanding Scanning and the BCT15the channels, then press the GQK within 2 seconds. Systems can have up to 20 channel groups, and multiple channe

24even interfere with each other to the point where it is impossible to clearly receive any of the stations. A scanner, such as your BCT15, equipped w

25Understanding Scanning and the BCT15Repeater OperationRepeater systems use two frequencies: one transmits from the radio to a central repeater; the

26Trunked ScanningWhile conventional scanning worked great while there were only a few groups wanting to use the frequencies, with the advent of small

27Understanding Scanning and the BCT15scanner. Now, the Fort Worth systems are locked out and System Quick Keys [1], [2], and [3] allow selection betw

28The systems in use are: Motorola Type I — the radios send the radio ID, the fleet and subfleet talk group ID to the control channel each time they

29Understanding Scanning and the BCT15by the police, 02 by the ambulance service, 03 by the fire department, and so on. Each agency is then subdivided

3BCT15 Quick Start GuideTo help you enjoy the features and performance of your BCT15 as fast as possible, follow the steps below. See the content of t

30Where To Get More InformationBy itself, this manual only provides part of what you need to know to have fun scanning — how to program and use the sc

31Included With Your ScannerIncluded With Your ScannerIf any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase or Unid

32Setting Up Your ScannerThese guidelines will help you install and set up your new scanner:The BCT15 can be placed on a convenient surface in your ho

33Setting Up Your Scannersetting using the scanner’s menu or power the scanner off then back on using the power switch after making such setting chang

343. At the marked positions, drill holes slightly smaller than the screws.4. Align the bracket with the threaded holes on the sides of the radio case

35Setting Up Your ScannerVehicle InstallationYou can mount your scanner in your vehicle, using either the supplied bracket or the optional DIN-E sleev

36Mounting Using the Optional DIN-E SleeveIf you are unsure about how to install your scanner in your vehicle using the optional DIN-E sleeve, consult

37Setting Up Your Scannerconnection on your fuse block while BLACK connects to the vehicle’s chassis ground (-). 6. Connect the ORANGE lead to one sid

38and do not twist the keys. The radio will unlock from the sleeve making withdrawal from the sleeve possible. Store the keys in a safe place for futu

39Setting Up Your ScannerRemoving the Display StickerBefore you use the scanner for the first time, remove the protective plastic film over the displa

4Table of ContentsPrecautions...

40Connecting an Extension SpeakerIn a noisy area, an optional amplified extension speaker, positioned in the right place, might provide more comfortab

41Controls, Keys, and FunctionsControls, Keys, and FunctionsEach of the knobs and keys on the BCT15 produce several different results depending upon h

42Finally, many controls and keys behave differently depending on the mode your radio is in when you use the key or control. Carefully examine the fol

43Controls, Keys, and Functions• Press to cancel FUNCTION mode and return to NORMAL mode.Function PlusSeveral specific actions can be accomplished by

44• Use this combination in any mode except Scan and GPS. Press [3] to toggle Close Call mode. Press and hold [3] to switch to Close Call Only mode.•

45Controls, Keys, and Functions6. GPS (Global Positioning Satellite) Key• Press to switch to GPS mode.• Press and hold to store current location data

4610. [EYES] Key• Press to select (enter) data value or a menu selection.• Press to edit channel data in Scan or Scan Hold modes. Note: does not apply

47Controls, Keys, and Functions17. DC Power INConnect only the supplied AC adapter to this jack. Never use any other AC adapter as damage might occur.

48A Look at The LCD DisplaySx: : This icon appears with icons of Quick Key number for Systems and Sites ( from “0” to “99”). “x” shows current ten’s

49A Look at The LCD DisplayPRI : This icon turns on while the Priority Scan works and this blinks while Priority Plus works.GPS : This icon appears

5Table of ContentsRemoving the Scanner from the DIN-E Sleeve ... 37Mountin

50TonesThe BCT15 produces various tones, beeps, and alert sounds for different reasons. They are comprised of three fundamental tones: high 1200 Hz, m

51OperationOperationBefore you apply power, there are a few basic operations to get the scanner ready. Those are covered below. If some seem out of a

52Entering Text Within A Menu OptionTo enter a letter, turn the Scroll Control until the letter, numeral or other character you want appears. To move

53OperationCustom Range[MENU]   Search for ...  F  Edit Custom  F  Select a Custom range  F  Search with Scan  F  Set Startup Key  F As

54Selecting Systems to ScanTo select systems to scan, press Scan then press the quick key assigned to the system or systems you want to scan. For quic

55OperationLocking/Unlocking ChannelsIf the scanner has stopped on a channel press [L/O] once to temporarily lock it out or quickly press [L/O] twice

56scan only the current system. To hold on a different site or system, rotate the Scroll Control  to select the new site or system then press [EYES].

57OperationTrunking Activity IndicatorsTo get a visual indication of the activity on trunking systems, press [HOLD/RESUME] to hold on any channel. The

58Introduction to BearTracker OperationUsing BearTracker ScanningThe BCT15 includes state-by-state preprogrammed frequencies designed to provide you w

59Introduction to BearTracker OperationThe BearTracker Scanning IconsWhen you select a state and one or more of the agencies, each enabled service’s i

6Programming General Settings ...64Setting and U

60Using the MenuThe Menu mode of the BCT15 is very powerful. Many settings require that you drill down multiple levels. This assures you the utmost fl

61Using the MenuDisplay FormatThe Menu screen uses 4 lines of text. The uppermost line is the heading for the level with three choices below. For exam

62Editing A FrequencyTo enter a frequency, use the numeric keys and [.No] for the decimal point. Move to the next place only by turning the Scroll Con

63Using the MenuProgram SystemProgram SystemBase Level Program Location Srch/CloCall Opt Search for...Program LocationSrch/CloCall OptSearch for ...Cl

64Programming General SettingsThe following section deals with the general settings of the scanner. Setting and Using the Display BacklightPress F. f

65Programming General SettingsAdjusting the Key Beep[MENU]   Settings  F  Adjust Key Beep F Auto — the scanner automatically sets the key beep

66Adjusting the Display ContrastThere are 15 contrast levels. As you scroll from level 1 to 15 you see the contrast change. Press the Scroll Control t

67Programming General SettingsSetting the Serial Port SpeedUse this setting to control the data rate used for the front and back panel serial ports. Y

68[MENU]   Set Bear Tracker  F  Set Hold Time  F Set the hold time, in seconds, between 0 and 255.Use  to change the number position.If you exc

69Programming General SettingsSet Alert ToneThis setting lets you choose a sound pattern to serve as an alert for the BearTracker Warning System.[MENU

7Table of ContentsSetting I-Call Operation ...

70Viewing the Firmware Version and Electronic Serial NumberTo see the last Firmware Version, as well as the electronic serial number:[MENU]   Settin

71Programming General SettingsVolume/Squelch with PC ControlIf you use a PC to control the scanner, and you change the scanner’s volume or squelch set

723b. (Slave scanner) Clone Slave Press SCAN Key  [SCAN/SEARCH]  Clone Slave Connecting 4. When you are ready to clone the scanner, press [SCAN/SEAR

73Programming Your ScannerProgramming Your ScannerTo get the most enjoyment from your scanner, you must customize the programming for services in your

74System OptionsSystem OptionSettingsCNVMOT EDCSLTTYPE I TYPE IIWIDE /NARROWSCATSet Quick Key•Set Startup Key•Set Lockout•Set Hold Time•ID Scan/Search

75Programming Your ScannerSite Option SettingsChannel Option SettingsSite SettingMOT TYPE I MOT TYPE II EDCSLT800MHzStandard800MHzSplinter800MHzStanda

76Programming Conventional Systems[MENU]  Program System  F  New System  F  Conventional  F Confirm? Yes=”E” / No=”.” Press the desired key.T

77Programming Your ScannerThen, select the system type:MOT TYPE 1 — Motorola Type I systems MOT TYPE 2 — Motorola Type II systemsEDCS WIDE/NARROW — ED

78Specifying the Correct System TypeIn order for trunk tracking to work properly, you have to specify the correct system type when you create the syst

79Programming Your ScannerNotes:• Access single-digit system/site Quick Keys by pressing the single digit on the keypad during scanning. Access two-di

8Searching and Storing ...101Service

80[MENU]  Program System  F  Select a conventional system  F  Edit Sys Options  F  Set Hold Time  F Set how long the scanner will remain sc

81Programming Your Scannersource. If turned on, the scanner resumes scanning as soon as it detects the data signal.[MENU]  Program System  F  Sele

82[MENU]  Program System  F  Select a Motorola Type I or II system  F  Edit Sys Option  F  Set Status Bit  F Ignore — the scanner rounds al

83Programming Your ScannerOff — the scanner ignores I-Calls. The default setting is Off.Only — the scanner only tracks I-calls and ignores other radio

84[MENU]  Program System  F  Select an EDACS Wide/Narrow system  F  Edit Sys Option  F  EDCS ID Format  F EDACS Talk Group ID’s are commonl

85Programming Your Scanner Edit Sys Option  F  Rvw ID:Srch L/O  F The scanner displays each locked out ID for the system and gives you the option

86[MENU]  Program System  F  Select the existing system  F  Copy System  F New Sys Name?Enter your new name using the Scroll Control and [4]

87Programming Your ScannerMU2: Motorola UHF EDW: EDACS WideEDN: EDACS NarrowFollowing these steps to change the system name.[MENU]  Program System 

88 Edit Site  F  Select a Site  F  Set Startup Key  F Select a startup key from [0] to [9] or select “.” for no startup key. Notes:• To unlock

89Programming Your Scanner Select a Site  F  Set Modulation  F Auto — the scanner uses the default modulation for the frequency band.FM — the sca

9Table of ContentsUsing the BCT15 with a GPS ...

90[MENU]  Program System  F  Select a trunked system  F  Edit Site  F  Select a site  F  Set Hold Time  F This setting controls how many

91Programming Your Scanner[MENU]  Program System  F  Select a trunked system  F  Edit Site (current)  F  Select a site  F  Set C-Ch Only

92[MENU]  Program System  F  Select an existing MOT Type I, II, EDACS, SCAT, or LTR system  F  Edit Site  F  Scroll to an existing site or c

93Programming Your Scanner2. Rotate the Scroll Control to select a new first letter. Press [6] to move one character to the right. Repeat the Scroll C

94Temporary L/O — the group is not scanned for this session. The L/O is cancelled when you cycle power.Unlocked — the group is scanned. The default se

95Programming Your ScannerFollow these steps to enter/edit the channel name.1. The current name displays with the first character of the name highligh

96 Select the channel  F  Edit TGID  F To edit the Talk Group ID, enter the Talk Group ID you want using the number keys. Then press F.[MENU]  P

97Programming Your Scanner[MENU]  Program System  F  Select the conventional system  F  Edit Group  F  Select a channel group  F  Edit Ch

98[MENU]  Program System  F  Select a conventional system  F  Edit Group  F  Select a channel group  F  Edit Channel  F  Select the ch

99Programming Your Scanner to enable a live audio output from REC to an audio recording device.  F On — the scanner outputs the signal.Off — the sca