Operating Tips, Condition Suggestion

Operating Tips

If your BC60XLT is not performing properly, try the steps listed below.

CONDITION	SUGGESTION


Scanner doesn’t turn	Rotate the Volume control to the
on.	right.
	Check the Batteries for correct
	installation.
	Check the power level of the
	Batteries. Replace or recharge
	Batteries as necessary.
	Check the AC Adapter/Charger or
	the (optional) Cigarette Lighter
	Adapter for a good electrical
	contact at the scanner.
	Make sure there is power at the
	AC outlet (or the vehicle’s
	cigarette lighter).
	Check the in-line fuse on the
	(optional) Cigarette Lighter
	Adapter cord. If blown, replace it
	with the same type of fuse.
Poor reception.	Check the antenna connection.
	Make sure the antenna is in a
	vertical position.
	If you’re inside a building, move
	the scanner to a window, an
	outside wall, or outdoors.
	Check for sources of interference
	such as computers, microwave
	ovens, or other electrical devices.
	Move the scanner as necessary.
	You may be too far away from the
	stations using the frequencies
	you have programmed. Try
	another location, or program
	frequencies for stations closer to
	your area.
Scanner doesn’t receive	Adjust the Squelch setting. It
weather channels.	may be too high.
	In some parts of the country, you
	may not be able to monitor
	weather broadcasts, such as in
	low lying areas. Move the
	scanner to a higher location.
	Reception may be poor. See
	above for suggestions.