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USC230OWNER’SMANUALOWNER’S MANUALOWNER’SMANUALOWNER’S MANUALUSC230SC230 Paper OM 062206.fm Page 1 Friday, July 21, 2006 7:39 PM

10Feature HighlightsFeature HighlightsGeneralClose CallTM RF Capture Technology - you can set the scanner so it detects and provides information about

11Feature HighlightsAttenuator – You can set the scanner’s attenuator to reduce the input strength of strong signals by about 18 dB received by the sc

12Feature HighlightsCustom Search – Lets you program up to 10 custom search ranges. You can search any of these ranges simultaneously.CTCSS/DCS Search

13Feature HighlightsPC Control and CloningPC Control – You can transfer programming data to and from your scanner and your personal computer, and cont

14Feature HighlightsTo get the most from this manual, review the contents to become familiar with the basic functions available. If you are new to sca

15Understanding ScanningUnderstanding ScanningThis section provides you with background on how scanning works. You don’t really need to know all of th

16Understanding Scanningfor any active frequency within the lower and upper limits you specify. When the scanner finds an active frequency, it stops o

17Understanding ScanningYou can search for the following CTCSS frequencies and DCS codes.CTCSS Frequencies (Hz)DCS Codes (Octal) 67.0 69.3 71.9

18Understanding ScanningUsing the Scanner at the RacetrackKeeping up with the action at the racetrack is easy and fun. You can hear drivers communicat

19Understanding ScanningWhen you want to store a conventional system, all you need to know is the frequencies they operate on. When you are scanning a

2PrecautionsPrecautionsBefore you use this scanner, please read and observe the following. EARPHONE WARNING!Be sure to use the supplied 8Ω monaural h

20Understanding ScanningInformation On The InternetThe Internet is a great source for current frequencies and information about scanning. Many web sit

21Included With Your ScannerIncluded With Your ScannerIf any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately contact your place of purchase. Owners

22Setting Up Your ScannerSetting Up Your ScannerThese guidelines will help you install and set up your new scanner: • If your scanner receives interfe

23Setting Up Your Scanner3. Install two batteries in the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked inside.4. Replace the cover

24Setting Up Your ScannerCautions:• Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.• When flashes and the scanner beeps every 15

25Setting Up Your Scanner• To prevent damage to Ni-MH batteries, never charge them in an area where the temperature is above 45°C (113°F) or below 4°C

26Setting Up Your ScannerConnecting an Earphone/HeadphoneFor private listening, you can use the supplied headphone or can plug a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) min

27Setting Up Your ScannerAttaching the Wrist StrapTo keep your scanner safely close at hand, use the supplied wrist strap. Push the small loop on one

28Setting Up Your ScannerA Look At The KeypadYour scanner's keys have various functions labeled on the key tops and below the keys. To select the

29Setting Up Your ScannerL/O L/O – Lets you lock out a selected channel or skip a specified frequency. + L/O – Press quickly to lock and unlock a sele

3Precautions WARNING! Uniden does not represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unit t

30Setting Up Your Scanner4/ 4 – Enters a 4. + – Moves the active character to the left while editing data.6/6 – Enters a 6. + – Moves the active

31Setting Up Your ScannerA Look At The DisplayThe display has indicators that show the scanner's current operating status. The display informatio

32Setting Up Your ScannerUsing MenuPress on the left side of the scanner to enter the menu. See “Using the Menu” on Page 43 for more information abo

33Basic OperationBasic OperationTurning On the Scanner and Setting the SquelchNote: Make sure the scanner's antenna is connected before you turn

34Basic OperationScanning Preprogrammed RacesBefore You Get To The TrackEach driver’s team has several different frequencies they can use during a rac

35Basic Operation1. Press 0 in Scan mode, rotate the scroll control to select the race, then press E.2. Press CAR, enter the driver’s number, then pre

36Basic OperationThe SYS indicators on the display show the systems that are currently selected.To select or lock out a system that is not assigned to

37Basic OperationLocking/Unlocking ChannelsFollow these steps to lock out a channel so that it does not scan even if its system and channel group are

38Basic OperationQuick-Storing Channels1. Hold on an existing channel in any system.2. Enter the frequency you want to store. 3. To quick-store the ch

39Other SettingsOther SettingsDisplaying System InformationViewing Memory Used   See Scanner Info  E  % Memory Used  EA bar showing the percent o

4ContentsContentsPrecautions ... 2Contents ...

40Other Settings• Off: Normal scanning• On: While scanning, the scanner interrupts every 2 seconds and checks the priority channels in each unlocked s

41Other Settings• If you want to program the deleted data again, use the PC Control and cloning options (see page 41).Using the PC Control and Cloning

42Other Settings• 38400 bps The baud rate is set to 38,400 bps.• 57600 bps The baud rate is set to 57,600 bps.Cloning the ScannerTo clone (copy) dat

43Using the MenuUsing the MenuThe scanner’s menu lets you select options that let you set up and use the scanner. To use the menu, press on the left

44Using the MenuSet up priority options.“Priority Scan” on Page 39.Set up backlight options.“Using the Backlight” on Page 40.Set up key beep options.“

45Programming Radio SystemsProgramming Radio SystemsTo edit an existing system, use the menu to navigate to the system setting you want to change. Thi

46Programming Radio SystemsPage 48). Or you can follow the onscreen prompts as described in this section to quickly program your scanner. These prompt

47Programming Radio Systems8. Set the modulation type (Auto is almost always the correct choice), then press E 9. Set the attenuator (turn it on to el

48Programming Radio SystemsManually Programming Racing Systems  Program SysteM  E  New System  E   Racing  E  Confirm?  EThe scanner creates

49Programming Radio SystemsEntering/Editing a Car Number  Program SysteM  E  Select the system  E  Edit Car  E  Select the car  E  Edit Car

5ContentsAdjusting the Key Beep... 39Locking/Unlocking the Keypad...

50Programming Radio SystemsSetting a Car’s Quick Key  Program SysteM  E  Select the system  E  Edit Car  E  Select the car  E  Set Quick Ke

51Programming Radio SystemsSetting Lockout On A Car  Program SysteM  E  Select the system  E  Edit Car  E  Select the car  E  Set Lockout

52Programming Radio SystemsEntering/Editing Conventional Channel GroupsTo enter channels in a conventional system, first set up a channel group (or gr

53Programming Radio SystemsTo program another channel within the same group, press , then repeat the above.To create another channel group and enter m

54Programming/Editing Optional SettingsProgramming/Editing Optional SettingsThis section details the instructions for each of the optional programming

55Programming/Editing Optional SettingsAfter selecting this option, press 1-9 to assign the system to a quick key or press No to assign the system to

56Programming/Editing Optional SettingsNotes: • If you select 0, the scanner stays on the system for a minimal time (only long enough to check current

57Programming/Editing Optional SettingsNotes:• This setting is ignored for AM channels.• The default setting for this feature is On.Deleting Systems 

58Programming/Editing Optional SettingsFollow these steps to enter/edit the group name.1. Rotate the scroll control to select the first letter.2. Pres

59Programming/Editing Optional SettingsSelect the group  E Set Lockout  EThis setting determines whether the scanner will scan this group when it

6ContentsSearching and Storing ... 66Service Search ...

60Programming/Editing Optional Settings2. Press and hold down then rotate the scroll control once to select the next letter.3. Repeat Steps 1 and 2

61Programming/Editing Optional SettingsSetting Channel Alert  program system  E  Select the system  E Edit Group  E Select the group  E Edit

62Programming/Editing Optional SettingsDCS - the scanner only opens squelch if the DCS tone you select is also present with the signal. The scanner th

63Programming/Editing Optional SettingsSetting Channel Attenuation  program system  E  Select the system  E Edit Group  E Select the group  E

64Programming/Editing Optional SettingsSetting Channel Lockout  program system  E  Select the system  E Edit Group  E Select the group  E Ed

65Programming/Editing Optional SettingsCopying/Pasting ChannelsTo copy a channel including all settings:  program system  E  Select the system  E

66Searching and StoringSearching and StoringService Search The Air Service Search feature allows you to scroll through the preprogrammed services.1. P

67Searching and StoringCTCSS/DCS SearchCTCSS/DCS Search lets you search for CTCSS or DCS tones when it finds an active frequency in search and Close C

68Searching and Storing2. Turn the scroll control until CUSTOM Search appears, then press E to select it. The scanner starts custom search of the cust

69Searching and StoringBAND PLAN 2BAND PLAN 3Note: If you want to adjust the preset custom search range to match to the band plan you have selected, i

7IntroductionIntroductionYour USC230 scanner is a state-of-the-art scanner radio with automatic scanning capabilities. You can store frequencies such

70Searching and StoringEditing a Custom Search RangeYou can edit up to 10 custom search ranges. The names of the custom search ranges appear on the di

71Searching and StoringSelecting a SystemTo store frequencies you find during Auto Store, you must first select a system where the frequencies will be

72Using the Close Call FeatureUsing the Close Call FeatureYour scanner's Close CallTM feature lets you set the scanner so it detects, displays th

73Using the Close Call Feature• The Close Call feature works better with some types of transmissions than others. It might not correctly display frequ

74Using the Close Call Feature• Set CC Override: Lets you select how the Close Call feature works with other scanning activities. If you turn this opt

75Using the Close Call FeatureClose Call HitsWhen the scanner detects a Close Call hit, it alerts you according to the Override and Alert settings in

76Search and Close Call OptionsSearch and Close Call OptionsThe settings in this section affect custom searches, service searches, and Close Call oper

77Search and Close Call OptionsNote: This feature does not operate when the scanner is in AM modulation mode.Setting the Maximum Auto Store Value  

78Search and Close Call OptionsSetting Attenuation   Srch/CloCall Opt  E  Set Attenuator  E This setting controls the attenuator for quick searc

79Search and Close Call OptionsOff The scanner resumes immediately when the transmission ends.1-5 secThe scanner waits the set amount of time after th

8IntroductionBand Plan 2108.0000 - 136.9875 AM 12.5 / 8.33108.0000 - 136.9916 Selectable137.0000 - 137.9950 FM 5138.0000 - 157.9875 FM 12.5158.0000 -

80Care and MaintenanceCare and MaintenanceGeneral Use• Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power. • Always write down the programmed frequen

81TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf your USC230 is not performing properly, try these steps. Problem Possible Cause SuggestionThe scanner doesn’t work.

82TroubleshootingScan won’t start.The channel might not be active.Wait for a transmission on the channel.You must press Scan to scan.Press Scan.The sq

83SpecificationsSpecificationsDynamic Allocation Capacity (with Name Assigned To Each System, Group, and Channel):Systems: ...

84Optional AccessoriesOptional AccessoriesfiExternal Amplified SpeakerEarphoneOptional AccessoriesSC230 Paper OM 062206.fm Page 84 Friday, July 21, 2

85PlanningPlanningCollecting InformationGetting your scanner programmed and scanning takes a few steps. This help guides you through these steps that

86PlanningTips:• Before you start, make as many copies of the worksheets as you think you'll need. You can also go to the download section of ht

87PlanningFilling Out The Racing System WorksheetRace NameFill in the name of the race you want to scan. For example, you can enter "Formula 1&qu

88PlanningRacing System WorksheetRace Name Car #/Driver Frequency Priority CTCSS/DCSRacing System WorksheetSC230 Paper OM 062206.fm Page 88 Friday

89PlanningFilling Out The Conventional System WorksheetSystem Name and Quick KeyFill in a name that describes the system you want to create. For examp

9IntroductionBand Plan 3400.0000 - 405.9875 FM 12.5406.0000 - 439.9937 FM 6.25440.0000 - 449.9937 FM 6.25450.0000 - 469.9900 FM 10470.0000 - 512.0000

90PlanningConventional System WorksheetSystem Name Group NameSystem Quick Key Group Quick KeyFrequency Alpha Tag Priority CTCSS/DCSConventional Sys

91Preprogrammed SystemsPreprogrammed SystemsYour scanner is preprogrammed with frequencies used at races within the Formula 1.By default, one of the r

92Declaration of ConformityDeclaration of ConformityWe: Uniden Corporation 2-12-7 Hatchobori Chuo-Ku, Tokyo 104-8512 Japandeclare, under our sole resp

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