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1. Programmingand Status Keys 6. Numericand Special Function
2. Display Keys
3. Bank Keys 7. Scan Keys
4. ON/OFFNOLUME and 8. Mode Keys
SQUELCHControls 9. Search Keys
5. RotaryTuning Controls 10. Output Jacks.

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Precautions
Before you use this scanner, please read and observe
.the following:
WARNING!
Unidendoes not representthis unitto bewaterproof. To reduce
the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this unitto
rain or moisture.
Uniden@ and Bearcat@ are registered trademarks of Uniden Corporation
@1995 Uniden Corporation. All rights reserved. Printed in the Philippines

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Table of Contents
Introduction 2
Included with the
UBC9000XLT 3
Feature Highlights. . . . . . . . .. 4
Getting Started. . . . . . . . . . . .. 6
Base Installation. . .. . . . . . .. 6
What is Scanning? . . . . . . . .. 7
Searching 7
Banks and Channels. . . . . . .. 8
Settingthe Squelch. . . . . . . .. 8
Usingthe RotaryTuner. . . .. 10
Programming Channels. . .. 11
ProgrammingBy
ManuaIEntry 12
Programmingwiththe
RotaryTuner 13
ProgrammingwithSearch.. 14
Programmingwith
AUTOSTORE 17
Deletinga
Programmed Frequency. . .. 19
Transferring a
Programmed Frequency. . .. 19
Programming Channels with
AlphaCharacters. . . . .. . .. 20
To Delete AlphaCharacters. 22
The Scan Mode 24
Scanning AllProgrammed
Channels and Banks. . . . . .. 24
TurningBanks ONor OFF.. 25
LockingOut Channels. . . .. 26
Using PriorityScan. . . . . . .. 28
The Search Mode. . . . . . . . .. 29
Beginninga Search. . . . . .. 29
ScrollingFrequencies
Duringa Search. . . . . . . . .. 30
UsingTurboSearch. . . . ... 31
UsingSearchDelay. ... . .. 31
LockingOutFrequencies... 32
Unlockinga Frequency.. . .. 32
UnlockingAllFrequencies.. 33
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Birdies 33
Additional Scanner Features 34
Using DataSkip 34
Changingthe
FrequencyStep. . . . . . .. . .. 35
Settingthe Signal Mode. . .. 36
UsingSignalAttenuation. . .. 37
Preventing
Accidental Programming. . .. 38
UsingCOUNTto
MonitorChannel Activity. . .. 38
DisplayingBank
MemoryStatus. . . . . . . .. .. 40
UsingAuto Recording. . .. .. 41
ViewingScanner
Status Information. . . . . . . .. 42
DisplayLight 44
UsingHi-Cut 44
CTCSS Operation. ..... .... 45
Installingthe CTCSS Board. 45
UsingCTCSS "...47
To Changethe
CTCSSTone Frequency. .. 48
CTCSSTone Frequencies.. 49
Care and Maintenance...... 50
Troubleshooting........... 51
OptionalAccessories and
ReplacementParts. . . . . . . .. 52
Specifications.. .. . . . . . . . .. 53
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Introduction
The UBC9000XLT isa sophisticatedinformation radiowith automatic
scanning capabilities. You can use it at homeas a base unit,or install in
your vehicle as a mobile unit.
The UBC9000XLT can store frequencies such as, police, fire/emergency,
marine, air, weather, and other broadcasts into20 banksof 25 channels
each. The new RotaryTuner featureenables rapidand easy selectionof
channels and frequencies. And with AUTO STORE,you can
automatically program any channel.
With the UBC9000XLT, you can scan all500 channelswith Turbo Scan. In
the Search Mode,you can choose super fast Turbo Search. Inaddition,
the UBC9000XLT has AUTO SORT-an automaticfrequency sorting
feature for faster scanningwithin each bank.
Types of Communication
You will be able to monitor communication such as:
.Police and fire department (including paramedics)
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.Business/industrialradio
. Motion pictureand press relay
. Utility
. Landtransportation frequencies,such as truckingfirms, buses,
taxis, tow trucks, and railroads
. Marine and amateur (ham radio) bands
.Air band
.Analogue cellular telephone frequencies
.Public Service800 MHz band
And many more in the 25-1300 MHz range.
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Telescoping Antenna
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Australian
Warranty
Program
AC Adaptor
(AAD8500U)
. Readthis Operating Guide thoroughly beforeyou use the
scanner.
.If any of the above itemsare missingor damaged,contact the
placeof purchase immediately.
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Feature Highlights
.TwinTurboScan/Search-This lightning-fasttechnology
enablesthe UBC9000XLT to scan upto 100channels per second
and search upto 300 steps per second (in5kHz steps).
Becausethe frequency coverage is so large (see
"Specifications,"page 53, for band listing), a very fast scanning
system is essential. That is why wecombined our latest
technology -Turbo Scan and Search - into the UBC9000XL T.
.RotaryTunerControl- Turn the large Rotary Tuner to select
the desiredfrequency or channel.
.500 Channels- You can programeach of these memory
channelsto store one frequency.
.20 Banks - Each bankcontains 25 channels, useful for storing
similar frequencies in order to maintain faster scanning cycles.
.25 -1300MHz-lndicates the rangeof frequenciesthat can be
searched within the bands of your scanner. (Note: The
frequency coverage is not totallycontinuous between 550-760
MHz.)
.10Priority Channels- You can assign one Prioritychannel for
each of the 10 banks,A-J. This allowsyou to keeptrack of
activity on your most importantchannel(s) while monitoring
other channelsfor transmissions. .
.Auto Store-Automaticallystores all active frequencies within
the specified bank(s).
.Auto Sorting- Programmedfrequenciesare automatically
sortedwithin each bank for faster scanning.
.Auto Recording-This feature lets you recordchannel activity
from the scanner onto a tape recorder.
.Scan/Search Delay-In the Scan or Search Mode,causes the
scannerto remain on a frequency two seconds after the last
transmissionto wait for a possible reply.
.Direct ChannelAccess-Allows you to manuallyselecta
specific channel without scanning.
.Direct Frequency Programming-Allows you to programa
specific frequency into a channel without searching.
.Frequency Transfer-Lets you transfer a frequency intoan
empty channel,or replacethe frequency in the current channel.
. Programmable Alpha Characters-You can program
upto 250 channels with 16alphacharactersfor easy reference.
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...- .Variable Frequency Steps (Increments)-In the search or
ManualMode, lets you change the steps betweenfrequencies.
.Channel/Frequency Lockout-Lets you temporarily remove
channels or frequencies from the scanningor search cycle.
.Signal Attenuation-Reduces the scanner's sensitivityfor
unusuallystrong signals often found on the WFM (wide
frequency modulation)bands.
.Data Skip-Lets you setthe scannerto automaticallycontinue
searching or scanningwhen it encountersan unmodulatedor
data signal.
.Enter Lock-Temporarily disables programmingkeysto
prevent accidental programming.
.External Speaker Jack-Allow you to connect an external
speakeror earphone for custom listening.See "Includedwith
your Scanner"on page 3, and "OptionalAccessories &
ReplacementParts" on page 52.
.Line, and AUXJacks-Allow you to connect a tape recorder.
.Display Light-Lets you viewthe display more easily in dark or
Iow-lightconditions.
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Getting Started
Standard h
240V
ACWallOutlet DC 13.8V
Jack Auxiliary Antenna
Jack Jack Telescoping
Antenna
AC Adaptor!
Charger
(AAD8500U)
J- Plug Off-On!
Enter-Lock
Switch FoldingLeg
Base Installation
1. Insertthe DC plug end of the AC Adaptor into the DC 13.8Vjack
onthe rear panel.
2. Plug theAC Adaptor into a standard 240V AC wall outlet.
3. Plug the Telescoping Antenna intothe "ANT'connector. Extend
the antenna to its full height. Forfrequencies higherthan
406 MHz, shorteningthe antenna may improvethe reception.
4. If you need a betterviewing angle,flip the folding legs down to
raisethe front of the scanner.
Foruse withan optional external speaker:
Plug the external speaker into the "EXTSP' jack
located on the front of the scanner.
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For use withan optional tape recorder:
Be sure to use a tape recorderwith
microphoneand remote input jacks.
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1. Connectacablefromthe"LINE"jackonthe
front of the scannerto the microphoneinputof a tape recorder.
2. Connect a cable from the RCA-type"AUX"jack on the back of
the scanner to the recorder's"REMOTE"jack.
(See "UsingAuto Record,"page 41.)
For use withan optionalCTCSS ToneBoard:
CTCSSBoardSocket(insidethe unit).See"CTCSSOperation,"page45.
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What is Scanning?
Unlike standard AM or FM radio stations, most two-way communications
(listed below) do not transmit continuously. The UBC9000XL T scans
programmed channels at the rate of up to 100 channels per second until it
finds an active frequency. Scanning stops on an active frequency, and
remains on that channel as long as the transmission continues. When the
transmission ends, and no response is detected, the scanning cycle resumes
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An optional DELAYcan be set so that the scanner stays on the channel
for 2 more seconds,waiting for anothertransmission before resuming
scanning.
Searching
Scanning and searching aresimilar inthat they both involvefinding active
frequencies within a group of frequencies.The difference is Scanning
looksonly at a group of programmedfrequencies thatare stored in the
scanner's channels and grouped into banks.
Searchinglooks at all the frequencies within a pre-selected range of
frequencies.
If you find an interesting frequency while searching,you can store it in a
channel for easier access later. See "Programmingwith Search" on
page 14. Themainpurpose of the Search function is tohelp you find
active frequencies toprogram into memory.
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CTCSS Operation
This section applies only if you are installingand using an optional
CTCSS Tone Board with your scanner.
Installing the CTCSS Board
InstallingtheCTCSSToneBoardisa simpleprocedure,andrequiresonly
afewminutesfollowingthestepsbelow.
CAUTION:Be sure to turn the scanner off and disconnect the power
cord before attempting to open the scanner.
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the left -being careful not break the speaker wire.
3. Stand the cover on its leftside panel.
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-2. Think of the Squelch Control as a gate. Turn SQUELCH fully
counterclockwise. This raisesthe "SquelchGate" so highthat no
signalscan get through.
SQUELCH
@StrongSignals
3. Turn SQUELCH fully clockwise untilyou hear a hiss.This lowers
the "Squelch Gate" so that everything gets through... noise,
weak signals, and strong signals.
SQUELCH
VOLUME
4. Turn SQUELCH backcounter clockwisejust untilthe hiss stops.
Now the "Squelch Gate" allows only strong signalsthrough.
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Using the Rotary Tuner
Frequency LED
Channel LED
Mode Selector
Rotary Tuner
Lock LED
Lock Key
RotaryTuner and Controls
This uniquefeature allows easy, rapid,and preciseselection of
frequencies andchannels in the UBC9000XLT.
Frequency/Channel Mode Selector -Pressto switch betweenchannel
or frequency mode. When the CHANLED is on, you can step rapidly
through channels with the RotaryTuner. When the FREQ LED is on, you
can tune quickly and accurately through frequencies with the RotaryTuner.
Rotary Tuner -Usethe RotaryTuner to step through channels or
frequencies, depending onthe setting ofthe Frequency/ChannelMode
Selector. Turn the knobclockwiseto step up,counter clockwiseto step
down.
Lock Key/LED -The LED lightswhenthe RotaryTuner is locked.
Press LOCK to enable the RotaryTuner.
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Programming Channels
Before you can scan, you must program the channels within a bank. You
can store one frequency per channel, up to 500 channels. These are the
banks and their associated channels:
Eachtime you store a frequency, the list of scanningfrequencies in the
bank is automaticallysorted byfrequency number. This uniqueAuto Sort
feature enables faster scanning. When you manuallystep through.a
bank, however,frequencies are sorted according to channel number.
Choosing a Programming Method
WiththeUBC9000XLT,therearefivewaystoprogramachannel:
.Manuallyselecting a channel and frequency, usingthe numeric
keypad
.Usingthe RotaryTuner to select a channel and frequency
.Searching a bandto find active frequencies,and then storingthem
into channels
.Usingthe Auto Storefeature to automatically programchannels
.Transfer a programmedfrequency from another channel
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Bank Channel Number Bank Channel Number
A1-25 1 251 -275
B 26 -50 2 276 - 300
C 51 - 75 3 301-325 I
D 76 - 100 4 326 - 350
E 101 - 125 5 351 - 375
F126 - 150 6 376-400
G 151 -175 7 401 - 425
H 176 - 200 8 426 - 450
I 201 - 225 9 451-475
J 226 - 250 0 476 - 500
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Programming By Manual Entry
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Scan and NumericKeys
1. Select a frequency.
Example: Program
482.7625 MHzinto Channel1.
2. Press IMANUAL) to enter the
Manual Mode. BankA ch 22
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3. Enterthe channel number, then
press I MANUAL).Bank A P ch 1
LlO OOO.OOOOMHz
4. Enterthe frequency. Then
press ~ .
Example: 482.7625
Ifyou make a mistake, press
~twice to erase.
Bank A P ch 1
482.7625MHz
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If an error is madeduring
programming,or if the frequency is out
of range,this screen appears. Enter a
valid channel or frequency number.
Ifthe frequency is stored in another
channel,the display will indicatethe
originalchannel for that frequency.
Bank A P ch
OUTOFBAND
BankA ch 1
DUPLICATECH230
To program morechannels, repeatsteps3 and4.
Press ~to store the samefrequency intothe selected channel.
Or, select another channel.
Or, press ~twice to clear.
Programming With the Rotary Tuner
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Scan, Numeric Keys, and Rotary Tuning Controls
1. PressIMANUAL) to enter the
Manual Mode.
OR
Turn the Rotary Tuner.
Note: Make sure the LOCK LED is out.
2. Select CHAN with the RotaryTuner
Mode Selector,then turn knob.
Example: channel 52
Turn rightto step up through
channels, leftto step down
through channels.
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Bank C ch 52
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3. Select a frequency.
Example: 123.7750
4. Enter the Frequency.
Then press ~.BankC ch 52
123.7750MHz
5. To turnto a newfrequency, select
FREQwiththe RotaryTuner
ModeSelector then turn rightto
step up, leftto step down.
Example: 123.7875 (turn right)
12.5KHz ch :::'?2
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Note: The channel indicatorflashes onthe display,indicatingthat the
frequency displayed is not programmed inthat channel.
6. Press ~to programthe
channel. Bank C ch 52
123.7875MHz
To program more channels with the Rotary Tuner, repeat steps 2 -6.
Programming with Search
The Search feature lets you search for active frequencies in a range you
choose and store any or all of those frequencies into channels.
For more information about searching, see "The Search Mode," page 29.
Use these keys:
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Search, Scan, Numeric,and Bank Keys,
and RotaryTuningControls
Note: Be sure to set SQUELCH before you begin a search. See
"Setting the Squelch," page 8.
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1. Select a frequency range.
See page 53.
Example: 450.000MHzto 456.000 MHz
2. Press IMANUAL) .
3. Enter the frequency and press
~to enter the lower limit
of the search range.
Example: 450.000 MHz
4. Enter the frequency and press
~to enter the upper limit
of the search range.
Example: 456.000 MHz
5. Press~to beginthe search
function.
To exit search, press I MANUAL).
The scanner stopson the first
active frequency it finds.
INFM 450o0000MHZ!
NFM 450.0000MHz
NFM 456.0000MHz I
SRC NFM 12 .5 KHz
t450.3750MHz
SRC NFM 12 .5 KHz
t450.3750MHz
.To program the frequency, press ~to stop searchin-g.Then,
proceed to step 6a, 6b, or 6c.
.If you do not wantto programthe frequency, press ~to
continue searching.
6a.Program the frequency into the
current channel.
Press ~ .
6b. Program the frequency into
another channel:
12.5KHz ch"-
NFM 450.3875MHz
Bank C ch 53
450.387SMHz
12. 5KHz ch"5
NFM 450.3875MHz
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1. Press ISEI\O Ito enter the
Transfer Mode.
2. Enterthe channel
number.
Example: Channel 200.
3. Press~.
4. Press~to Program
the frequency.
Enter Bankor ch
450.3875MHz
I200]
450.3875MHz
Bank H ch200
OOO.OOOOMHz
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I 450.3875MHzI
Bank H ch200
450.3875MHz
6c. Programthe frequencyintothe firstopenchannelof anotherbank.
1. Press ISEI\O Ito enter the
Transfer Mode.
2. Choose a bank.
Example: Press [C] .
Note: Press EJ and
bank(0-9) key to choose
a bank 0 through 9.
3. Press ~ .
12.5KHz ch'-
NFM 450.3875MHz
Enter Bank or ch
450.3875MHz
Bank I P ch201
450.3875MHz
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Programming With AUTO STORE
This procedure searches a frequency rangeand automaticallystores
active'requencies into empty channelsof the selected bank(s).
Note: Be sure to set SQUELCH beforeyou begin a search. See "Setting
the Squelch" on page 8.
Usethese keys:
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Programming,Search, Scan, Mode, Numeric,and Bank Keys
and RotaryTuning Controls
1. Select a frequency range.
See page 53.
Example: 810.000 MHz to 856.000 MHz
2. Press I MANUAL).
3. Enter the frequency and press
~to enter the lower limit
of the search range.
Example: 810.000 MHz
NFM 456.0000MHz
NFM 810.0000MHz
4. Enter the frequency and press
~to enter the upper limit
of the search range.
Example: 856.000 MHz
NFM 810.0000MHz
NFM 856.0000MHz
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