Uniden UBC780XLT manual Remote Interface, Remote PC Control Mode, To connect Scanner to PC

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Remote Interface

You can communicate and program your UBC780XLT in numerous ways with peripheral devices using the Remote Interface Cable port. This radio offers the following modes:

❖REMOTE (PC Control) MODE

Program and control your scanner remotely from a PC using third party software (see the flyer included in the box).

❖CLONE MODE

Clone all the frequencies, trunking talkgroups, and fleet maps programmed into your scanner to another UBC780XLT scanner.

Remote (PC Control) Mode

To connect Scanner to PC:

Plug the scanner end of the RS232C straight interface cable (not supplied) into the remote port on the rear of your scanner.

Plug the other end of the cable (DB-9 serial connector) into a personal computers serial port. A few PCs may require an adaptor, most will not. You may need a DB-9 to DB-25 null modem adaptor, or gender changer adaptor, available at most computer stores. Of course, make sure your PC is turned on.

To program your scanner:

You can program and control your scanner remotely from a PC using third party software. After connecting the scanner to a PC, turn the radio on.

To use the Remote (PC Control) mode, you must purchase third party software and use as directed. Make sure that your scanner is connected to the serial port of the PC using the RS232C straight cable.

Start Remote Mode:

Press E key for 2 seconds. REMOTE mode is selected. To distinguish from Normal operation mode, “RMT” icon appears.

A unique feature of the UBC780XLT is that all the front panel keys as well as the VFO on the radio remain operational in remote mode.

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Contents UBC780XLT Important Notice IntroductionFront View and Display Rear View UBC780XLT Flow Charts UBC780XLT Flow Charts UBC780XLT Flow Charts UBC780XLT Flow Charts Contents Page What is Searching? What is Scanning?What is Trunk Tracking? TerminologyPage Feature Highlights Included with Your Scanner Package Connecting an Antenna SetupMounting an Antenna Optional AntennaMounting the Scanner in Your Vehicle Typical Mounting MethodsApplying Power for Vehicle Installation Connecting an External Speaker Desktop InstallationApplying Power Using Standard AC Power Connecting the Clone Cable Connecting an EarphoneConnecting the Tape Recorder Listening SafelyTurn the Scanner On Setting the SquelchBasic Operation Understanding the Menu System 2SCREEN Mask Menu Description and Numeric Keypad Equivalents0BANK TAG 6STEPS 5PROGRAM ID 1EDIT Range 5RECORD Storing Frequencies into Channels ProgrammingStoring Text Tags Duplicate Frequency AlertAssigning a Bank Tag to a Bank Assigning a Text Tag to a ChannelProgramming Tips Beep AlertDeleting a Stored Frequency Assigning the beep alert to a channelScanning To directly access a specific channelSetting the Delay Mode RF Attenuation FeatureChannel Lockout Lockout in Manual ModeLockout in Scanning Mode Priority Scan Restoring a Locked-out ChannelRestoring All Locked-out Channels Changing the Priority Channel Searching Setting a Search RangeFrequency Skip Search Hold FeatureData Skip Auto Storing Storing Search FrequenciesSquelch SQ Mode For example, the scanner shows the following displays Additional Menu Options for SearchingService Search Skip Service SearchTrunked Systems Programming Trunking Frequencies Programming and Receiving Trunked SystemsSelecting Trunking System Type Selecting Trunking Programming Menu ModeTrunked Search Receiving Trunked SystemsID Lockout ID Hold and Direct Entry ID Hold ModeRestoring Locked-out IDs Channel Activity IndicatorsTo unlock a single ID, follow these steps To unlock all locked out IDs in a bank at onceTo enter a Type I ID Scan ListsProgramming ID Scan Lists Manually To enter a LTR ID Program ID Manually with the Menu ModeTo enter an Edacs ID ID Scan Mode Programming Scan Lists During Search Setting Priority in Trunking ModeDeleting a Stored ID Moving between Scan List MemoriesMotorola Type Call Motorola/EDACSMulti-Track Calls in Scan and Manual ModeScan & Search Icons Edacs Tracking Edacs ReceptionAn Edacs Trunked system AFS Partial Entry Feature Special Edacs FeaturesLTR Tracking LTR ReceptionMotorola Tracking Motorola ReceptionProgramming a Fleet Map Selecting Preset Fleet MapFleet Map Programming Programming a Hybrid System Toggling the Status Bit Control Channel Only Mode Disconnect Tone Detect Option End Code Start Remote Mode Remote PC Control ModeRemote Interface To connect Scanner to PCPC Control Parameter Clone ModeChange Transfer Speed To connect the scanner to scannerComplete displays Dimmer Additional FeaturesEnter Lock Key Beep OptionReceiving Mode Selection Reverse ModeFrequency and Channel Tuning with the VFO Control Mute On/OffCare and Maintenance Troubleshooting Page VHF TV SpecificationsGlossary of terms Glossary of TermsPage Appendix Preset Fleet MapsS11 S12 Type I Programming Information User Defined Fleet MapsSize Code Restrictions Fleet Map Size CodesAustralian Reverse Frequency List Ctcss Frequency List Hz DCS Tone Code Memo Memo Memo UBC780XLT Shortcuts UBC780XLT Flow Charts Page UBC780XLT Flow Charts Page UBC780XLT Shortcuts Service Division One Year Limited WarrantyUBZZ01305AZ