Uniden Receiver BC245XLT Operating Instructions

Feature Highlights
nTrunk Tracking– Follow UHF High Band UHF
800/900 MHz trunked public safety and public
service systems just as if conventional two-way
communications were used.
nMulti-Track– Track more than one trunking
system at a time and scan conventional and
trunked systems at the same time.
n300 Channels– Program one frequency into each
channel. You must have at least one channel
programmed to use the Scan mode.
n12 Bands, 10 Banks– Includes 12 bands, with
Aircraft and 800 MHz. 10 banks with 30...

nBattery Save– In manual mode, your scanner
automatically reduces its power requirements to
extend the battery’s charge.
nAttenuator– Reduces the signal strength.
nSmartScanner™ –Automatically program your
BC 245XLTwith all the frequencies and trunking
talk groups for your local area by accessing our
national database with your PC or just an external
modem. (No PC required)
nTurbo Search– Increases the search speed to
300 steps per second. This applies only to
transmission bands with 5 kHz steps.
8...

Where to Obtain More
Information
Before using your scanner, you must program frequencies
into available channels. TheBetty Bearcat Frequency
Guidelists typical frequencies used around the U.S.A. and
Canada that you may program into your new scanner.
To obtain a copy of the frequency guide, contact one of the
following:
nUniden Parts Department (800) 554-3988 (Hours
are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time
Monday through Friday.)
nBearcat Frequency Hotline (937) 299-0414 (Hours
are from 9:00 a.m. to...

Included with Your Scanner
If any of these items are missing or damaged, immediately
contact your place of purchase or Uniden Customer
Service at: (800) 297-1023, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Central,
Monday through Friday.
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AntennaBelt Clip
AC AdapterBattery Pack
Earphone
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Operating Guide
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Setup
These are helpful guidelines when using your
new scanner:
nIf your scanner receives interference or electrical
noise, move the scanner or its antenna away from
the source.
nIf you need to improve reception, use an optional
antenna designed for multi-band coverage. (You
can purchase this type of antenna at a local
electronics store.)
nUse the included earphone or an optional stereo
headset with proper impedance for private
listening. Read the precautions on the inside front
cover of this Guide....

Charging the Battery Pack
Use the AC Adapter/Charger to power theBC 245XLT
from an AC outlet.
You can use your scanner while the battery charges. To
fully charge the battery, leave the AC Adapter/Charger
connected for 14 – 16 hours.
Note:Disconnect the AC Adapter/Charger from the unit
when charging is complete.
Low Battery Indicator
When the Battery Pack is low and needs to be charged,
the battery icon appears in the display. You will also hear a
beep every 15 seconds as an audible alert.
Adapter Safety...

Flexible Antenna
Belt Clip
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Do not tighten the screws too tight.
You can damage the case or clip.
Attach the flexible antenna to the
BNCconnector.
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Basic Operation
Note:Fold out the Front Cover to see the Controls and
Indicators while reading this Guide.
Turn the Scanner On
Turn theVOLUMEcontrol clockwise out of the detent
position.bc245flashes twice in the display. The scanner
automatically starts scanning.
Setting the Squelch
To set the squelch, you must be in the Manual mode, and
you should not be receiving a signal on your scanner.
1. Press until you do
not hear a signal.
2. Make sure that the
VOLUMEis set to a
comfortable listening
level.
3....

5.
TurnSQUELCHback counter-clockwise just until the
hiss stops. Now the “Squelch Gate” allows only clear
signals through.
Keylock
Key Lock prevents accidental key entries during
conventional scanning or while in trunk tracking mode.
1. To lock the keypad,
press and hold
until the symbol
appears in the lower
right of the display.
2. To unlock the keypad,
press and hold
until the symbol in
the lower right of the
display turns off.
LCD Back Light
Press and release to turn the LCD light on. It remains
on for...

Programming
Before theBC 245XLTcan begin conventional scanning,
you must program a frequency into at least one channel.
Repeat this procedure for each channel you want to
program.
1. Select frequencies
from your dealer, from
various sources on
the internet, or from
one of the guides
listed on page 9.
Here’s a list of sample
frequencies you
should try:
156.800 Marine Calling channel
155.340 Ambulance operations
155.280 Ambulance operations
155.160 Ambulance operations
462.950 Ambulance operations
462.5625...