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==Scanner FAQ and Information Page 2==
 
==Scanner FAQ and Information Page 2==
Questions regarding software, firmware or other web resources for these 2 radios can be found on [[BCD436HP and BCD536HP Scanner FAQ|Page 1]] of this document.
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*Questions regarding software, firmware or other web resources for these 2 radios can be found on [[BCD436HP and BCD536HP Scanner FAQ|Page 1]] of this document.
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*For Sentinel issues and questions, see the [[Sentinel (Uniden software)]] article
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**Run these updates as '''Administrator''' to ensure full hardware access.
 
**Run these updates as '''Administrator''' to ensure full hardware access.
 
**{{Thread|uniden-scanners|282848-bcd536hp-wifi-problem.html|}} on wifi issues
 
**{{Thread|uniden-scanners|282848-bcd536hp-wifi-problem.html|}} on wifi issues
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; Im having issues with my 536 not finding the dongle
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* See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|442595-bcd536hp-not-reading-wi-fi-dongle.html|BCD536HP Not Reading WiFi Dongle}}
 
   
 
   
  
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*Upgrade the Firmware to a newer one if prior to 1.09.02.
 
*Upgrade the Firmware to a newer one if prior to 1.09.02.
  
*There has been a Repair campaign start for scanner owner's whos scanners are not keeping the correct date and time moments after supplied power is removed and the scanner has been kept on recently for the recommend 50hrs. For other Users in general, users should not expect their scanners to keep the date and time for weeks and months unpowered. Visit [https://www.uniden.com/product-information/bcdx36hp-repair-campaign| Uniden's Repair Campaign website] or See our {{Thread|uniden-tech-support|321603-bcd436hp-bcd536hp-repair-campaign.html|}} for FAQ's asked by members.
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;How do I fix a NOTHING TO SCAN error?
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*See the [[Nothing to Scan]] article
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; How do I set up I-Call (also known as Private Call)?
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* See this [http://new.marksscanners.com/536/436_536.shtml#edit_frequency section] in the Easier to Read manual
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;Are Favorites Lists automatically updated when the database is?
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* No. It is prudent to keep an eye on the Favorites Lists you plan to use regularly and compare them to the latest database.
  
  
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;How do I use Favorites Lists and Quick Keys?
 
;How do I use Favorites Lists and Quick Keys?
* Eee these, halfway down, on their respective pages: [[Uniden_Scanners_Systems,_Sites_and_Groups| Favorites, Systems, Departments]] or [[Uniden_Multi-Site_Trunking| Multi-Site Trunking]]
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* See these, halfway down, on their respective pages: [[Uniden_Scanners_Systems,_Sites_and_Groups| Favorites, Systems, Departments]] or [[Uniden_Multi-Site_Trunking| Multi-Site Trunking]]
 
*A Favorite does have to be Downloaded, Monitored, and Enabled, then the System has to be Enabled, then as well the corresponding Department - Group of TGID(s) and Site(s)
 
*A Favorite does have to be Downloaded, Monitored, and Enabled, then the System has to be Enabled, then as well the corresponding Department - Group of TGID(s) and Site(s)
  
  
;Are Favorites Lists automatically updated when the database is?
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; How do I Manually add a P25 Frequency to any list?
* No. It is prudent to keep an eye on the Favorites Lists you plan to use regularly and compare them to the latest database.  Checkout this third party websites helpful tool [http://kellykeeton.com/uniden/ BCDx36HP Sentinel Favorites Lists Tool] Print Options available for Favorites, Systems, and/or Departments.  Additional Premium RadioReference (RR) Member may set their RR account to notify them of "marked" Systems changes.
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* See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|389057-manually-add-new-p25-frequency-to-any-list.html|Manually Add New P25 Frequency To Any List}}
  
  
; How do I Manually add a P25 Frequency to any list?
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; How can I learn about LCN Finder?
* See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|389057-manually-add-new-p25-frequency-to-any-list.html|Manually Add New P25 Frequency To Any List}}
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* [http://new.marksscanners.com/536/436_536.shtml#Using%20Analyze LCN Finder (Easier to Read 436 / 536 Manual)]
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* {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|439098-lcn-finder-need-help.html|LCN Finder Need Help}}
  
  
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; My BCD436HP seems to have "gone deaf"
 
; My BCD436HP seems to have "gone deaf"
In list of likelyhood:
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In order of likelihood:
 
# Actual "Site" has switched to a different Control Channel
 
# Actual "Site" has switched to a different Control Channel
 
# DQK is not Enable/On, as well as Systems QKs or Favorites QKs aren't Enabled.
 
# DQK is not Enable/On, as well as Systems QKs or Favorites QKs aren't Enabled.
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; My Unit Id's UID are not displayed correctly, even when replayed?
 
; My Unit Id's UID are not displayed correctly, even when replayed?
* During a constant transmission, the scanner does not attempt to decode the UID multiple times, so-there-for until transmissions breaks, the scanner will not re-attempt to decode another units identification number, as well as it's not decoding digital data on the Control channel while it's on a voice channel, like your SDR or Commercial Radio can.
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* During a constant transmission, the scanner does not attempt to decode the UID multiple times, so therefore until transmissions breaks, the scanner will not re-attempt to decode another units identification number, as well as its not decoding digital data on the Control channel while it's on a voice channel, like your SDR or Commercial Radio can.
 
 
===Sentinel Issues===
 
; '''I cant get Sentinel to open / start'''
 
*  Follow these steps
 
#Be sure Sentinel is not running.
 
#In Windows Explorer, look for this folder on your computer:  C:\Users\[YourUserName]\AppData\Local\Uniden
 
#In that folder, you will see a sub-folder that begins with "BCDx36HP_Sentinel.exe_Url_"
 
#Delete that entire sub-folder (it contains the "user.config" file).... be sure you are deleting that specific folder.
 
#Re-start Sentinel... When Sentinel starts, it will re-write a new folder to replace the one that you deleted, and a fresh "user.config" file will be in that folder. That folder does not get deleted when you un-install Sentinel, so if the "user.config" file in there is corrupted, it will still be there when you re-install Sentinel.
 
  
  
; During installation of [[Sentinel (Uniden software)|Sentinel]], how do I fix this error? "Unhandled Exception has occurred in your application. If you click Continue, the application will ignore this error and attempt to continue. If you click Quit, the application will close immediately."
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; I suspect I have issues with local FM BCers overloading my scanner. What are some good FM traps to use on these scanners?
* Before you do the final step, do this:
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* See the {{Thread|splitters-filters-and-multicouplers.204|394943-fm-bandstop-filter-comparison.html|FM Bandstop Filter Comparison}}
** Right-Click on the firmware updater program
 
** Click Properties
 
** Click the Compatibility tab
 
** Check the box to enable "Run in compatibility mode"
 
** Check the box to enable "Run as Administrator"
 
** Click "Apply"
 
** Then do last step.
 
** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|282848-bcd536hp-wifi-problem.html#post2115929|}} on unhandled exceptions
 
* Do you have the correct Microsoft .net framework installed?
 
 
 
  
 
==DMR MOTOTRBO Discussions==
 
==DMR MOTOTRBO Discussions==
;Where can I learn about programming a DMR system once I have applied the upgrade?
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* See the [[DMR and MOTOTRBO Tips for the BCDx36HP and SDS Scanners]]
* This topic is discussed in the Uniden TWiki [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/DigitalMobileRadioUpgrade#Programming_and_Using_DMR_and_Mo here]
 
* See this {{Thread|uniden-software-discussion|340222-how-program-simplex-channel-no-repeater-dmr.html|}} for a discussion on this question
 
* See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|336112-fun-with-dmr-programming-a-single-channel-dmr-system.html|Fun with DMR Programming A Single Channel DMR System}}
 
* See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|422525-dmr-help.html|DMR Help}}
 
* See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|427983-programming-dmr-tier-3-questions.html|Programming DMR Tier III Questions}}
 
* If you have further questions, view previous discussions or post them on the [https://forums.radioreference.com/forums/uniden-tech-support.248 Uniden Tech Support] forum
 
  
  
;Can I import DMR data from the FCC database?
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==NXDN Discussions==
*You can using either ARC536 or Sentinel; see the [https://digitalfrequencysearch.com/index.php Digital Frequency Search] website
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* See the [[NXDN Tips for the BCDx36HP and SDS Scanners]]
  
 
;Does LCN Finder work on DMR Systems?
 
* See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|389060-does-lcn-finder-work-on-dmr-systems.html|Does LCN Finder Work on DMR Systems?}}
 
 
 
; Why won't my scanner receive DMR on Slot 1 and or Slot 2
 
* Try reversing Slot numbers compared to System's Slot numbering.
 
 
 
;On DMR I can't see the Flavor Type, Color Code or Slot
 
* Display Mode 1 - will show the flavor (CON, CAP, XPT, etc).
 
* Display Mode 2 - will show the Color Code.
 
* Display Mode 3 - will show the slot.
 
  
 
==Modifications==
 
==Modifications==
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* Discussion (include pictures):{{Thread|uniden-tech-support|313087-mult-color-screens.html|436HP Mult-Color Screens}}
 
* Discussion (include pictures):{{Thread|uniden-tech-support|313087-mult-color-screens.html|436HP Mult-Color Screens}}
  
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==YouTube Videos (via Microsoft Bing)==
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* [https://tinyurl.com/2p98p737 Bing BCD436HP Scanner Help]
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* [https://tinyurl.com/mrxh2yep Bing BCD536HP Scanner Help]
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* [https://www.youtube.com/user/UnidenUpman/featured Uniden UPMan Channel]
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==Reflectors and Social Media==
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* [[BCD436HP#Message_Boards / Forums|BCD436HP Message Boards and Forums]]
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* [[BCD536HP#Groups_and_Message_Boards|BCD536HP Groups and Message Boards]]
 
   
 
   
  

Revision as of 10:39, 17 May 2022

Scanner FAQ and Information Page 2

  • Questions regarding software, firmware or other web resources for these 2 radios can be found on Page 1 of this document.
  • For Sentinel issues and questions, see the Sentinel (Uniden software) article


Installation and Registration

What should I do when I first get my scanner?


Where do I go to register my new scanner(s)?


BCD536HP Only

Where can I download "Wi-Fi-Updater.zip"?
  • Download the file from here
    • Run these updates as Administrator to ensure full hardware access.
    • Thread on wifi issues


Im having issues with my 536 not finding the dongle


Can the power cord from BCD996XT be used with this scanner?
  • Yes, in-theory any Power cord from 10.5vDC at 1500ma/1.5amp to 16v at 500ma/.5a with 5.5mm o.d-2.1mm i.d can be used, double check polarity.


Operational

My new BCD436HP/BCD536HP is constantly asking me to set the time and date...what gives?
  • From Uniden's UPMan:
Keep the Time!
Plug in your scanner and turn it on. The first things you'll see are prompts to set 
the date and time. The scanner has a real-time clock with backup power that will run 
the clock for about 1 week. The backup power needs to charge for about 50 hours 
before full backup-time becomes available. If the backup source is depleted before
power is restored, you will be prompted to set the time again upon power up.
  • Upgrade the Firmware to a newer one if prior to 1.09.02.


How do I fix a NOTHING TO SCAN error?


How do I set up I-Call (also known as Private Call)?
  • See this section in the Easier to Read manual


Are Favorites Lists automatically updated when the database is?
  • No. It is prudent to keep an eye on the Favorites Lists you plan to use regularly and compare them to the latest database.


I am a little confused... What's the difference between Quick Keys and Number Tags?


How do I use Favorites Lists and Quick Keys?
  • See these, halfway down, on their respective pages: Favorites, Systems, Departments or Multi-Site Trunking
  • A Favorite does have to be Downloaded, Monitored, and Enabled, then the System has to be Enabled, then as well the corresponding Department - Group of TGID(s) and Site(s)


How do I Manually add a P25 Frequency to any list?


How can I learn about LCN Finder?


Problems and Issues

VHF-Hi and/or UHF Reception is noisy; the scanner seems less sensitive on this band when compared to other radios
  • I get a lot of noise decoding a DMR (digital) UHF signal
    • See this Thread for a full discussion of this topic


My BCD436HP seems to have "gone deaf"

In order of likelihood:

  1. Actual "Site" has switched to a different Control Channel
  2. DQK is not Enable/On, as well as Systems QKs or Favorites QKs aren't Enabled.
  3. Site is "Avoid"ed, and/or a frequency is Avoided (possible with older version of software)
  4. This is a situation where your unit has been operating without any issues, the user has made no changes to lists, the unit has not been moved, and the departments have not gone encrypted. In other words, everything looks fine but the unit just does not receive anything anymore. You will say, "It was working yesterday but today I'm not receiving anything." If you cannot even receive NOAA broadcasts, your unit has "gone deaf" and will need to be repaired. This is a repair covered under the Uniden one-year from purchase warranty and involves replacing the Q2 and Q3 circuits. When you ship the unit, describe the problem as "No channel reception."
  5. Site is Down


The audio from my simulcast digital system is lousy / distorted. What is wrong?


I'm having trouble receiving P16 or P25 systems. Is there a fix?
  • See the UPMan's suggestion for P25 reception Thread
  • See the P25 audio decode level adjustment article for adjustment procedures, believe it or not, before Audio can be decoded the CC has to be, so adjustment of decode will effect both reception ability and decode ability.
  • See the Simulcast digital distortion article for a full explanation
  • Check Band Plan setting is set to Custom for Motorola Type I or Type II where it's 800 MHz, or VHF or UHF, proper plan should allow reception
  • Check to see System Hold Time is greater than 2 and "Digital Threshold Mode" is set to "Manual", for LSM Phase I or Phase II systems.


If I am having headphones-issues, what can I do?


Why is Simplex reception not perfect?
  • Scanner is has only a single receiver, not the 2 required for proper decode and reception.
  • You may have overloaded the scanner with your Transceiver - transmitting close by.
  • Try FM instead of NFM with Manual Digital Threshold Manual of between 1-5 available in ProScan and ARC.


My Unit Id's UID are not displayed correctly, even when replayed?
  • During a constant transmission, the scanner does not attempt to decode the UID multiple times, so therefore until transmissions breaks, the scanner will not re-attempt to decode another units identification number, as well as its not decoding digital data on the Control channel while it's on a voice channel, like your SDR or Commercial Radio can.


I suspect I have issues with local FM BCers overloading my scanner. What are some good FM traps to use on these scanners?

DMR MOTOTRBO Discussions


NXDN Discussions


Modifications

(BCD536HP) Can I access the discriminator?


(BCD536HP) How do I replace the Backlight LEDs?


(BCD436HP) How do mod the background color of the screen

YouTube Videos (via Microsoft Bing)

Reflectors and Social Media