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==Overview==
 
==Overview==
 
Uniden's analog-only portable Trunktracker scanner with [[Dynamic Memory Architecture]].
 
Uniden's analog-only portable Trunktracker scanner with [[Dynamic Memory Architecture]].
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==Specifications==
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===Limits===
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* Channels: 1600 typical, 2500 maximum
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* Systems: 200 maximum
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* Groups per system: 20 maximum
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* Talkgroups per trunked system: 200 maximum
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* Scan Rate: 100 channels per second (conventional mode)
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* System Quick Key range: 0-9
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* Group Quick Key range: 0-9
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* Custom Search Ranges: 10
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* Preprogrammed Service Search Bands: 10
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===Frequency Coverage===
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* 25-54 MHz
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* 108-174 MHz
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* 216-225 MHz
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* 400-512 MHz
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* 806-956 MHz
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* 1240-1300 MHz
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===Power requirements===
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* 2 AA batteries
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* 6V DC, 500mA external power
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** Example: [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102591 Radio Shack adapter] with Adaptaplug '''B'''
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=== Antenna Connector ===
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* BNC
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=== Features ===
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* [[Close Call]]
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* [[SAME]] Weather Alert
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* [[DCS]]/[[CTCSS]] Rapid Decode
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* [[TrunkTracker III]]
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* LCD Backlight
  
 
== Uniden BC246T Scanner Specifications ==
 
== Uniden BC246T Scanner Specifications ==
 
* [[Rebanding]] supported? <font color=green> YES </font>
 
* [[Rebanding]] supported? <font color=green> YES </font>
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* 1600 Channels Typical / 2500 Maximum
 
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* Scan Rate: 100cps (conventional mode)
 
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* TrunkTracker III Technology - So you can keep up with the action on [[Motorola]], [[EDACS]] and [[LTR]] systems
 
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* Close Call™ RF Capture Technology - Instantly tunes to signals from nearby transmitters
 
 
* Alpha Tagging** - Systems, Channel Groups, Channels, Search Ranges, and SAME Groups
 
* Alpha Tagging** - Systems, Channel Groups, Channels, Search Ranges, and SAME Groups
 
* Adjustable ID Delay (per System)
 
* Adjustable ID Delay (per System)
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* [[SAME]] Weather Alert - Specific Area Message Encoding - During a NOAA Weather or Emergency Alert, a code for your specific location will alert you to severe conditions in your immediate area
 
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* 10 Custom Search Ranges - Helps you find unlisted frequencies in use in your area
 
 
* Auto search and store frequencies from Conventional Systems, Service Search, Custom Search, and Close Call Search
 
* Auto search and store frequencies from Conventional Systems, Service Search, Custom Search, and Close Call Search
 
* Auto search and store IDs from Trunking Systems
 
* Auto search and store IDs from Trunking Systems
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* 10 Preprogrammed Service Searches - Public Safety, Railroad (by channel), Air, Marine (by channel), CB (by channel), GMRS/FRS (by channel), News Media, Ham Radio and Special
 
 
* Automatic Repeater Reverse - Automatically Tunes to the Repeater Output Frequency When It Finds a Transmission on a Common Input Frequency
 
* Automatic Repeater Reverse - Automatically Tunes to the Repeater Output Frequency When It Finds a Transmission on a Common Input Frequency
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* [[DCS]]/[[Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System|CTCSS]] Rapid Decode - Instantly Detects and Displays the Subaudible Tone So You Can Quickly Determine the System Settings
 
 
* Pager Skip - Skips Transmissions on Common Pager Frequencies During Search and Close Call Operation
 
* Pager Skip - Skips Transmissions on Common Pager Frequencies During Search and Close Call Operation
 
* Channel Alert - Alerts You When Channels You Specify Become Active
 
* Channel Alert - Alerts You When Channels You Specify Become Active
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* Backlit Display** - Lets You Adjust the Backlight So It Turns on When Squelch Opens, When You Press Any Key, or Manually
 
 
* PC Control - Includes a PC Cable So You Can Transfer Information into Your Scanner Using Your Computer (Demo Software or Purchase direct from Uniden.)
 
* PC Control - Includes a PC Cable So You Can Transfer Information into Your Scanner Using Your Computer (Demo Software or Purchase direct from Uniden.)
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* Frequency Coverage*** - 25-54, 108-174, 216-225, 400-512, 806-956, 1240-1300 MHz (Excluding Cellular)
 
  
 
==Modifications==
 
==Modifications==
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* Don't forget that pushing down on the scroll knob is the same as pushing the "Yes"/"E" button.
 
* Don't forget that pushing down on the scroll knob is the same as pushing the "Yes"/"E" button.
 
* Pressing the on/off button briefly will take you out of the menu system.
 
* Pressing the on/off button briefly will take you out of the menu system.
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* A DC power plug can be found [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102591&cp=2032056.2032136.2032154&pg=3&allCount=75&fbn=Type%2FAdapters&f=PAD%2FProduct+Type%2FAdapters&fbc=1&parentPage=family here]
 
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** Use Adaptaplug '''B''' for the radio connection
 
  
 
== eBay Listings ==
 
== eBay Listings ==

Revision as of 19:52, 7 March 2007

BC246T

Overview

Uniden's analog-only portable Trunktracker scanner with Dynamic Memory Architecture.

Specifications

Limits

  • Channels: 1600 typical, 2500 maximum
  • Systems: 200 maximum
  • Groups per system: 20 maximum
  • Talkgroups per trunked system: 200 maximum
  • Scan Rate: 100 channels per second (conventional mode)
  • System Quick Key range: 0-9
  • Group Quick Key range: 0-9
  • Custom Search Ranges: 10
  • Preprogrammed Service Search Bands: 10

Frequency Coverage

  • 25-54 MHz
  • 108-174 MHz
  • 216-225 MHz
  • 400-512 MHz
  • 806-956 MHz
  • 1240-1300 MHz

Power requirements

Antenna Connector

  • BNC

Features

Uniden BC246T Scanner Specifications

  • Rebanding supported? YES
  • Alpha Tagging** - Systems, Channel Groups, Channels, Search Ranges, and SAME Groups
  • Adjustable ID Delay (per System)
  • Auto search and store frequencies from Conventional Systems, Service Search, Custom Search, and Close Call Search
  • Auto search and store IDs from Trunking Systems
  • Automatic Repeater Reverse - Automatically Tunes to the Repeater Output Frequency When It Finds a Transmission on a Common Input Frequency
  • Pager Skip - Skips Transmissions on Common Pager Frequencies During Search and Close Call Operation
  • Channel Alert - Alerts You When Channels You Specify Become Active
  • PC Control - Includes a PC Cable So You Can Transfer Information into Your Scanner Using Your Computer (Demo Software or Purchase direct from Uniden.)

Modifications

Reviews and User Opinions

Related Pages

Supporting Software

TCL/TK Packages


Windows Packages

Yahoo Groups (software and receiver support)

Usage Tips

If you have a tip/trick, please contribute!

  • Don't forget that pushing down on the scroll knob is the same as pushing the "Yes"/"E" button.
  • Pressing the on/off button briefly will take you out of the menu system.

eBay Listings


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