Uniden BC785D manual Testing the Alert Siren, Programming Fips Code

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Testing the Alert Siren

To test and recognize the difference between the types of alert sirens, perform the following steps:

1.During WX Hold mode and when the WX ALT is OFF, press and hold the PRI key for 2 seconds until you hear the statement alert siren. SIREN TEST appears on the display and the statement, watch and warning sirens sound alternately.

Note: The samples of each alert siren only last for a few seconds. You may need to listen to each siren several times to be sure you recognize the different sirens.

The sirens continue to sound rotating through the samples until you silence the test.

2. To stop the test, press any key.

Make sure you can hear the siren in all areas that you would need to. If not, optional accessories can be purchased to ensure that you are alerted for emergency broadcasts. See your dealer or local electronics store for accessories.

DO NOT USE EARPHONES TO LISTEN TO THE TEST. DAMAGE TO YOUR HEARING COULD OCCUR.

Programming FIPS Code

The 6-digit Federal Information Processing System (FIPS) codes established by the National Weather Service (NWS) must be programmed in your scanner. These codes specify an emergency and the specific geographic area (such as county) affected by the emergency.

1.Press MENU.

2.Select 1:SERVICE OPTION / 1:WEATHER /

2:ALERT by rotating the VFO and pressing E.

3.Select 1:ON by rotating the VFO and pressing E.

WEATHER ALERT SELECT CODE No.

FIPS CODE 1

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4.Select the desired memory number (FIPS CODE 1~15) by rotating the VFO and pressing E. When you rotate the VFO or use to move down when FIPS CODE 1 is displayed or the VFO or use to move up when FIPS CODE 15 is displayed, ALL FIPS appears on the display.

5.Press E.

Remember! You can also use or instead of rotating the VFO. Also instead of pressing E, you can press the VFO control.

Note: • To cancel the entry, press

.

(decimal key).

To clear a stored FIPS code, press 0 and E successively.

To obtain the FIPS code for your area, contact the NWS toll free at 1-888-697-7263.(1-888-NWR-SAME) or visit their web site http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm

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Contents Page Page Contents Edacs Scat Introduction LTRFront and Rear View BC785DIcon Description BC785D Shortcuts Entered. To begin Searching between the Range, press Srch Important Notice What is Scanning? What is Searching?What is Trunk Tracking? TerminologyWhat is Apco Project 25 Digital Communications? Feature Highlights Where to Obtain More Information Information on the InternetScanner.uniden.com Included with Your Scanner Package Setup Connecting an AntennaMounting an Antenna Optional AntennaTypical Mounting Methods Mounting the Scanner in Your VehicleApplying Power for Vehicle Installation Desktop Installation Applying Power Using Standard AC PowerConnecting an External Speaker Connecting an EarphoneConnecting the Clone Cable Connecting the Tape RecorderListening Safely RememberSetting the Squelch Basic OperationTurn the Scanner On Understanding the Menu System Menu Description and Numeric Keypad Equivalents Set attenuation for all search ranges 2DELAY You can assign a variety of step sizes to the channel 9I-CALLMOTOROLA/EDACS Allows you to change the brightness of the display 6CLONE Storing Frequencies into Channels in Menu Mode Programming001 1FREQUENCYError OUT of Channel 010 512.0000 NFMOUT of Band C1000 0000.0000Transfer Frequencies Storing Text TagsAssigning a Bank Tag to a Bank Assigning a Text Tag to a ChannelBeep Alert Programming TipsAssigning the Beep Alert to a Channel Scan Hold Feature To directly access a specific channelScanning ScanRF Attenuation Feature Setting the Delay Mode for FrequencyStoring Frequencies During Scanning During ScanningLockout in Hold Mode 001 141.5000 NFM Uniden Group aChannel Lockout Lockout in Scanning Mode Restoring a Locked-out ChannelRestoring All Locked-out Channels Error PRI CH Lockout Priority on010 1240.0000 NFM 001 512.0000 NFMPriority Channel Plus Scan Setting a Search Range SearchingSrch 12.5k Search Hold Feature Srch 12.5k 1240.0000 NFM Range 25cm Amateur GrpStarting Chain Search Data SkipSrch 12.5k 1240.0000 NFM Range C004 Frequency SkipStoring Search Frequencies Error Auto StoreSelect Bank CH Data FullFor Search mode, select 1SERVICE Option / Chain Search 001 512.0000 NFM Ctcss 250.3 Bank 003 512.0000 NFM Ctcss Uniden Group a003 Additional Menu Options for SearchingService Search 2PUBLIC Safety 3NEWSService Search Skip NWR-SAME AlertTesting the Alert Siren Fips CodeProgramming Fips Code Digital and Trunked Systems Programming and Receiving Digital and Trunked Systems 001 OOOO.0000Selecting or Changing Trunking System Type 010 Programming Trunking FrequenciesProgramming ID Scan Lists Manually M5-0 4128 1216¡ Enter IDM5-0 050-2¡ E5-0 09-022¡M5-0 1216 Enter Alpha TAGReceiving Trunked Systems ID Scan Mode ID Scan Hold FeatureM1-14128 867.8375 NFM ID Tag List Tag C1000 0000.0000 Bank Trunked SearchID Monitor Mode ID Search Hold and Direct Entry ID Hold ModeM1-14128 MOT ID8192LT ID0-02-042 ID ReviewReview ID Lockout Restoring Locked-out IDsSetting the Delay Mode for Trunking Mode Setting Priority in Trunking ModeID tag Bank04 MOT TYP2 Programming Scan Lists During SearchMOT ID LIST01 No.01 M1-1 851.0375 NFM Deleting a Stored IDMoving between Scan List Memories Call Motorola/EDACSMulti-Track TalkgroupsMulti-Track Operational Details Edacs Reception Edacs TrackingSpecial Edacs Features An Edacs Trunked systemEmergency Call Alert Edacs Scat LTR Reception LTR TrackingMotorola Reception Motorola TrackingNFM Select Fleet MAP Preset 001 867.8375 NFM1TYPE2 NFM Block 0 Size Code Programming a Hybrid SystemControl Channel Only Mode 50.0Toggling the Status Bit Disconnect Tone Detect Option End Code Installing the Apco P-25 card Apco Project 25 ReceptionPrecautions for Installing the BCi25D Card Turning ON/OFF the Apco P-25 CardApco P-25 Sound Quality Fine Tuning Threshold Adjustment RangeSound QULTY0050 867.8375 P25 Low Mid Upp 0533 1985Page PC Control Mode Remote InterfaceTo connect Scanner to PC To program your scannerClone Mode Start Remote Mode and Change Transfer SpeedSpeed 39600 bps 419200 bps 5OFF Scanner.uniden.com PC Control ParameterTo connect the Scanner to Scanner Clone Master Unit Slave Unit CloneAdditional Features DimmerEnter Lock Key Beep OptionReverse Mode Receiving Mode SelectionFrequency and Channel Tuning with the VFO Control Channel Step SelectionCare and Maintenance Troubleshooting Problem Suggestion Specifications Glossary of Terms Page Page Preset Fleet Maps AppendixPreset Map Block User Defined Fleet Maps Type I Programming InformationFleet Map Size Codes Size Code RestrictionsNWR-SAME Event Code Reverse List Ctcss Frequency List Hz DCS Tone CodeBC785D Flow Charts Scan Option Conventional System Option Dimmer One Year Limited Warranty Uniden America Corporation