Uniden Bc350c Vhf Uhf Scanner Owners Manual

							Deleting a Programmed Frequency 
(programming 000.0000)
You can erase a programmed frequency in a channel. To do
this, find and display  000.0000, and then program
000.0000 into its channel.
1. Find and display 000.0000 on the screen
You can choose either of two ways:
a. If there is an open channel in the scanner, find
000.0000 in an open channel:
Press the desired bank key (Private, Police, or
Fire/EMS), and then 
[HOLD], and use [UP]and
[DOWN]to scroll through the bank to find an open 
channel, 000.0000, then press 
[PROG]. CH is 
displayed and it is blinking.
– OR –
b. If all channels are programmed, find 000.0000 from the
Search/Program Mode. 
Every search band has one 000.0000 display included
between the band limits. It can be displayed only in the
Program Mode (after pressing 
[PROG]and CH is 
blinking in the display).
1) Select Search band by pressing 
[BAND]in the Search
Mode, for example band 50-54.
2) Press 
[HOLD]to stop searching.
3) Press 
[PROG]to go into Program Mode.
4) Use 
[UP]or [DOWN]to display the lowest frequency
(50.0000) or the highest frequency (54.0000).
5) Press 
[UP]once for the highest frequency, or [DOWN]
once for the lowest frequency to display 000.0000 with
blinking CH.
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2. Program 000.0000 into its Channel
For example to erase a programmed frequency in channel 13
of the Private bank:
1) Press 
[PRIVATE]while this
screen appears. To display
this screen, see step 1 above.
PRIVATE appears in the 
display.  
2 screens alternate to indicate
that Channel 1 is ready to be 
programmed. 
2) Use 
[UP]or [DOWN]to select
Channel 13. Now, Channel 13
is ready to be programmed. To
cancel programming, press
[BAND]. 
3) Press 
[PROG]to end 
programming. 
The frequency of Channel 13
is erased and now it is an
open channel. L/O appears on
the display because the 
scanner locks out all open
channels automatically.
Program Lock Feature
The BC350C has a program lock feature “Memory Lock” to
prevent accidental programming entries or unauthorized 
pro-gramming. Simply turn on the MEMO LOCK switch on the
rear panel to disable 
[PROG]and protect your programmed
frequencies in memory.
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General Use
•Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power.
•Always press each keypad button firmly until you hear the
entry tone for that key entry.
Location
•If strong interference or electrical noise is received, relocate
the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the
noise. A higher elevation, if possible, may provide better
reception. You might also try changing the height or angle
of the telescoping antenna.
•Do not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such
as the kitchen or bathroom.
•Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating 
ele-ments or vents.
Cleaning
•Disconnect the power to the unit before cleaning.
•Clean the outside of the scanner with a mild detergent.
•To prevent scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or 
solvents. Be careful not to rub the LCD window.
•Do not use excessive amounts of water.
Repairs
•Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no 
service-able parts. Contact the Uniden Customer Hotline at
1-800-297-1023 or take it to a qualified repair technician.
Birdies
All radios are subject to receiving undesired signals or birdies.
If your scanner stops during Search Mode and no sound is
heard, it may be receiving a birdie. Birdies are internally-gen-
erated signals inherent in the electronics of the receiver. If the
interference is not severe, you might be able to turn 
[SQ]
counterclockwise to cut out the birdie. Or, press [SEARCH]to
resume searching. (Known birdie frequencies for the BC350C
are: 108.785, 462.5625, 485.9, 814.0, 932.825, 938.375, and
940.9 MHz)
Helpful Hints
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							If your BC350C is not performing properly, try the steps listed
below.
Scanner won’t work
•Check the connections at both ends of
the AC Adapter.
•Turn on the wall switch of your room.
You could be using an outlet controlled
by the wall switch. Move the AC
Adapter to another wall outlet.
•Check the connections at both ends of
the DC cord or cigarette lighter cord.
•Check to see if the fuse is blown.
•Make sure the ignition key in your 
vehicle is at the Accessory position.
•Make sure the power switch is turned
on.
•Check the antenna and its connection.
•Move the scanner.
•You may be in a fringe area. This may
require an optional multi-band antenna.
Check with your dealer or local 
electronics store.
•Adjust the Squelch Control.
•Check the Antenna Connection.
•Review each channels frequency to
see if it is still stored in memory and is
correct.
•Check and adjust Squelch (see
Adjusting the Squelch on page 18).
•Check the antenna connection.
•Check to see if all channels are locked
out.
•It is possible that none of the 
programmed frequencies are active at
the time. Try the band search.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM PROBLEM
Improper reception
Weather scan wont
work
Scan won’t stop
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Scan won’t start
•Press the bank key again.
•Adjust the Squelch Control.
•For the Private bank scanning program
frequencies into the bank before using.
•Adjust the Squelch Control.
•Check the antenna connection.
•Scan or search must first be stopped.
•MEMO LOCK Switch is ON.
•Call our customer hotline at 
1-800-297-1023.
PROBLEM PROBLEM
Search won’t start
PROGRAM key
won’t work
If you still have a
problem
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							Banks: Total 7 banks:6 Service banks and
1 Private bank.
POLICE:1769 programmed plus 30
programmable channels
FIRE/EMS:280 programmed plus 20
programmable channels
AIR:1,519 programmed.
(All aircraft)
MRN:51 Programmed. (All Marine)
WX:10 programmed.
(8 for NOAA weather service
and 2 for CANADA)
CB:40 programmed.
PRIVATE:50 channels fully user-
programmable
(Total 100 programmable
channels)
Search Band: Total 13 Search bands:
(All FM except aircraft band and CB (AM))
Band              Frequency Coverage       Mode       Steps
25 – 28 25.0000 to 27.9950 MHz AM 5 kHz
28 – 30 28.0000 to 29.7000 MHz FM 5 kHz
30 – 50 30.0000 to 49.9950 MHz FM 5 kHz
50 – 54 50.0000 to 54.0000 MHz FM 5 kHz
108 – 137 108.0000 to 136.9875 MHz AM 12.5 kHz
137 – 144 137.0000 to 143.9950 MHz FM 5 kHz
144 – 148 144.0000 to 147.9950 MHz FM 5 kHz
148 – 174 148.0000 to 174.0000 MHz FM 5 kHz
406 – 420 406.0000 to 419.9875 MHz FM 12.5 kHz
420 – 450 420.0000 to 449.9875 MHz FM 12.5 kHz
450 – 470 450.0000 to 469.9875 MHz FM 12.5 kHz
470 – 512 470.0000 to 512.0000 MHz FM 12.5 kHz
806 – 956 806.0000 to 823.9875 MHz FM 12.5 kHz
849.0125 to 868.9875 MHz
894.0125 to 956.0000 MHz
Sensitivity:    12 dB SINAD.
(Nominal)
0.8 µV 25.000 - 28.000 MHz
0.3 µV 28.000 - 54.000 MHz
0.4 µV 137.000 - 174.000 MHz
0.3 µV 406.000 - 512.000 MHz
0.6 µV 108.000 - 136.9875 MHz
0.5 µV 806.000 - 956.000 MHz
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Technical Specifications
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							Scan Rate:100 channels per second
Search Rate:100 steps per second / 
300 steps per second 
(5 kHz steps band only)
Scan Delay:2 seconds
Audio Output:Max 2.7 W
Antenna:50 ohms (Impedance)
Operating Temperature:– 20ºC (– 4ºF) to + 60ºC (+ 140ºF)
Size:5-3/16(W) x 5-3/4(D) x 1-5/8(H)
Weight:1 lb 6.5 oz.
Certified in accordance with FCC Rules and Regulations Part
15 Sub-part C as of date of manufacture.
Features, specifications, and availability of optional 
accessories are all subject to change without notice.
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							Important:Evidence of original purchase is required for
warranty service.
WARRANTOR:UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION  (Uniden)
ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY:Uniden warrants, for one year, to the
original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in
materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set
out below.
WARRANTY DURATION:This warranty to the original user shall 
terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of 
original retail sale. The warranty is invalid if the Product is (A) 
damaged or not maintained as reasonable or necessary, (B) modified,
altered, or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any
configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) improperly installed, (D) 
serviced or repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden
service center for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty,
(E) used in any conjunction with equipment or parts or as part of any
system not manufactured by Uniden, or (F) installed or programmed
by anyone other than as detailed by the owner’s manual for this 
product.
STATEMENT OF REMEDY:In the event that the product does not
conform to this warranty at any time while this warranty is in effect,
warrantor will either, at its option, repair or replace the defective unit
and return it to you without charge for parts, service, or any other
cost (except shipping and handling) incurred by warrantor or its 
representatives in connection with the performance of this warranty.
Warrantor, at its option, may replace the unit with a new or 
refurbished unit. THE LIMITED WARRANTY SET FORTH ABOVE IS
THE SOLE AND ENTIRE WARRANTY PERTAINING TO THE
PRODUCT AND IS IN LIEU OF AND EXCLUDES ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, WHETHER
EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR ARISING BY OPERATION OF LAW,
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR PROVIDE
FOR THE REIMBURSEMENT OR PAYMENT OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow this
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the
above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
LEGAL REMEDIES:This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
This warranty is void outside the United States of America and
Canada.
PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OF WARRANTY:If, after following the instructions in the owner’s manual you are
certain that the Product is defective, pack the Product carefully
(preferably in its original packaging). The Product should include all
parts and accessories originally packaged with the Product. Include
evidence of original purchase and a note describing the defect that
has caused you to return it. The Product should be shipped freight
prepaid, by traceable means, to warrantor at:
Uniden America  Corporation
Parts and Service Division
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155
(800) 297-1023, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday
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One Year Limited Warranty
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