Controls and Indicators

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SpeakerFrequencyl

Lock

Earphone

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Antenna

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VolumeTuner

Connec1Dr

Squelch

EXTERNAL When using an optional External Speaker

SPEAKERJACK system, connect the External Speaker plug here.

EARPHONE

Plug the earphone into this jack for private

JACK

listening.

When the

earphone is connected,

 

the internal speaker is disconnected.

ANTENNA

Connect

the rubber

antenna

to this

BNC

CONNECTOR

connector

and turn

clockwise

until

it locks.

ON-OFFNOLUME(Inner control) This control turns the scanner

CONTROL on or off, and also adjusts the volume.

SQUELCH CONTROL

(Outer control) Adjust the outer control to set the scan threshold. When monitoring a

single channel in Manual Mode, adjust the Squelch Control to eliminate the background rushing noise heard in the absence of an incoming signal.

CHANNEL! (Outer control) Turn the [CIFIL] Selector to FREQUENCY! "C" to enable channel selection, or to "P'to

LOCK SELECTORenable frequency selection. In the "L"

position, the Rotary Tuner is disabled, and cannot be used to select (display) channels

or frequencies.

VFOCONTROL (Inner control) Use the Rotary Tuner to (ROTARYTUNER)select a channel or frequency. Turn the

control clockwise to STEP UP, or counter- clockwise to STEP DOWN, a channel or frequency.

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Uniden UBC 2500XLT manual Controls and Indicators, TopView

UBC 2500XLT specifications

The Uniden UBC 2500XLT is a versatile and robust handheld scanner that has garnered a reputation among radio enthusiasts and professionals alike. Known for its advanced scanning capabilities, this model is designed to provide users with comprehensive access to various radio communications, making it an essential tool for both hobbyists and law enforcement personnel.

One of the standout features of the UBC 2500XLT is its wide frequency range. It is capable of tuning into VHF, UHF, and even some aircraft bands, covering a spectrum from 25 MHz to 1.3 GHz. This extensive range allows users to monitor an array of radio signals, including public safety communications, amateur radio, and other interesting transmissions.

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