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Uniden BCT15 manual Setting Channel Modulation Method, Setting Channel Attenuation, Set Modulation

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Setting Channel Modulation Method

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[MENU] Program System

F

 

Select the conventional system

F

 

Edit Group F

 

 

 

Select a channel group F

 

 

Edit Channel

F

 

 

Select the Channel

F

 

 

Set Modulation

F

 

 

Auto — the scanner uses the default modulation for the channel. The default setting is Auto.

AM — the scanner uses AM (amplitude modulation) for the channel.

FM — the scanner uses FM (frequency modulation) for the channel.

NFM — the scanner uses narrowband FM for the channel.

WFM — the scanner uses wideband FM for the channel.

WFM (Broadcast) — the scanner uses FM Broadcast for the channel.

This setting controls the modulation method used for the channel. In most cases, if you leave this set to Auto, the scanner automatically selects the correct modulation type for the channel you are programming.

Setting Channel Attenuation

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[MENU] Program System

F

 

Select a conventional system

F

 

Edit Group (existing site)

F

 

Select a Channel Group F

 

 

Edit Channel

F

 

 

Select a channel

F

 

 

Set Attenuator

F

 

 

This setting controls whether the scanner attenuates signals on this channel. Select your setting, then press F.

On — the channel is attenuated by about 20 dB.

Off — the channel is not attenuated. The default setting is Off

You can also toggle this setting by holding on the channel and pressing F then [7/ATT] within 2 seconds.

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BCT15 specifications

The Uniden BCT15 is a highly regarded mobile scanner designed specifically for enthusiasts of radio communications. This versatile scanner is equipped with advanced technologies and features, making it a popular choice among both amateur and professional users looking to keep up with various frequencies and radio transmissions.

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