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==Overview==
 
==Overview==
 
Uniden's portable Racing scanner with [[Dynamic Memory Architecture]].
 
Uniden's portable Racing 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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* Scan Rate: 100 channels per second (conventional mode)
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* System Quick Key range: 1-9
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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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* LCD Backlight
  
 
==General Specifications==
 
==General Specifications==
* 1600 Channels Typical / 2500 Maximum
 
* Scan Rate: 100cps (conventional mode)
 
 
* Compact Design - The Uniden SC230 is designed to be compact for added flexibility and portability.
 
* Compact Design - The Uniden SC230 is designed to be compact for added flexibility and portability.
 
* Race Track Operation - Easily program and select the race and drivers you want to listen to
 
* Race Track Operation - Easily program and select the race and drivers you want to listen to
* Close Call™ RF Capture Technology - Instantly tunes to signals from nearby transmitters
 
 
* Alpha Tagging* - Makes it easy to identify the driver talking
 
* Alpha Tagging* - Makes it easy to identify the driver talking
 
* Preprogrammed with Major Racing Frequencies - You'll be ready to listen when they're ready to roll
 
* Preprogrammed with Major Racing Frequencies - You'll be ready to listen when they're ready to roll
* Quick Key System Access - Quickly select the systems or race you want to hear by pressing the 0-9 keys
 
* Frequency Coverage  - 25-54, 108-174, 216-225, 400-512, 806-956, 1240-1300 MHz (Excluding Cellular)
 
* DCS/CTCSS Rapid Decode - Instantly Detects and Displays the Subaudible Tone So You Can Quickly Determine the System Settings.
 
* S.A.M.E. 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.
 
* 10 Programmable Search Ranges - Helps you find unlisted frequencies in use in your area
 
* 11 Preprogrammed Service Searches - Public Safety, Railroad (by channel), Air, Marine (by channel), CB (by channel), GMRS/FRS (by channel), Weather, News Media, Ham Radio and Special
 
 
* Search and Store Operation - Automatically stores found frequencies in the system
 
* Search and Store Operation - Automatically stores found frequencies in the system
* Backlit Display* - Easy night time operation with Uniden's Patented Backlight-On-Squelch feature that illuminates only when there is channel activity
 
* 2 AA Battery Operation - Provides flexibility in choice of batteries: Alkaline for long life, rechargable for economy (batteries can be charged while in the scanner)
 
 
* PC Interface - Both programming and remote control of your scanner features from a PC
 
* PC Interface - Both programming and remote control of your scanner features from a PC
 
* On-Air Programming - (separate transmitter required) Makes programming multiple units a snap - just transmit the driver information using a PC and transceiver, and all scanners update at once
 
* On-Air Programming - (separate transmitter required) Makes programming multiple units a snap - just transmit the driver information using a PC and transceiver, and all scanners update at once

Revision as of 19:52, 7 March 2007

SC230

Overview

Uniden's portable Racing scanner with Dynamic Memory Architecture.

Specifications

Limits

  • Channels: 1600 typical, 2500 maximum
  • Systems: 200 maximum
  • Groups per system: 20 maximum
  • Scan Rate: 100 channels per second (conventional mode)
  • System Quick Key range: 1-9
  • 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

General Specifications

  • Compact Design - The Uniden SC230 is designed to be compact for added flexibility and portability.
  • Race Track Operation - Easily program and select the race and drivers you want to listen to
  • Alpha Tagging* - Makes it easy to identify the driver talking
  • Preprogrammed with Major Racing Frequencies - You'll be ready to listen when they're ready to roll
  • Search and Store Operation - Automatically stores found frequencies in the system
  • PC Interface - Both programming and remote control of your scanner features from a PC
  • On-Air Programming - (separate transmitter required) Makes programming multiple units a snap - just transmit the driver information using a PC and transceiver, and all scanners update at once
  • Priority Scan - Frequently scans the channels you have designated as priority channels
  • Attenuator - Cuts down on interference from strong, nearby signal sources
  • Delay - Helps prevent missed replies during 2-way conversations

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