Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Table of Contents About Your New SportCat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What is Scanning? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 What is Searching? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Types of Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Where to Obtain More Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen About Your New SportCat The SportCat™ is a brand new state-of-the-art information radio with automatic scanning capabilities. It can store frequencies such as sporting events, police, fire/emergency, and other communications into 10 banks of 10 channels each. And you can scan all 100 channels at super fast Turbo Scan speed. With the SportCat, you can do a fast search for active frequencies on all 12 preprogrammed bands. In the v.h.f.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen When the SportCat is searching for active frequencies, it is in “SEARCH Mode” or “TURBO SEARCH Mode”. When you stop the search with , it is in “SEARCH HOLD Mode”. H With both Turbo Scan and Turbo Search, your SportCat is truly a Twin Turbo Scanner. NOTE: The installation, possession, or use of this scanning radio in a motor vehicle may be prohibited, regulated, or require a permit in certain states, cities, and/or local jurisdiction.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Where to Obtain More Information The Bearcat Radio Club and other similar hobby clubs have publications, information on computer bulletin boards, and even contests for the radio enthusiast. See the enclosed pamphlets for more information. Additional information is also available through your local library.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Feature Highlights ◆ Twin Turbo Scan & Search —This lightning-fast technology enables the SportCat to scan nearly 100 channels per second. Search speed is selectable between 100 and 300 steps per second. (300 steps per second only in bands with 5 kHz steps.) Because the frequency coverage is so large (see previous section for band listing), very fast scanning and searching are essential.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Controls and Indicators Top View Antenna Connector Connect the rubber antenna to this BNC connector and turn clockwise until it locks. Earphone Jack Plug the supplied earphone into this jack for private listening. When the earphone is connected, the internal speaker is disconnected. Note the warning on the Inside Front Cover and on page 11.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen C. Channel Number — Indicates the current channel that the scanner is on. D. Memory Bank Numbers — Each Memory Bank consists of 10 channels that you can select or deselect during scanning operation, using the numeric keypad. When you select a Bank, its number appears on the display. When you deselect a Bank, its number disappears from the display. When you press to stop scanning, only the Bank of the current channel appears. H E.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Key ¬ ® ¯ ° ± ² ³ ´ Bank Channel 1 1 - 10 2 11 - 20 3 21 - 30 4 31 - 40 5 41 - 50 6 51 - 60 7 61 - 70 8 71 - 80 9 81 - 90 10 91 - 100 H 4. In SCAN or SEARCH Mode, press to stop scanning or searching. (HOLD appears on the display.) After you stop the scanner, press again to resume scanning or searching. GO TO — Use the numeric keypad to enter a (GO TO) to channel number, and then press access that channel.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen . 12. Use to enter the decimal point when programming a frequency into a channel. If you make an entry error, press before the key to erase the entry, and start over. to store a displayed frequency into any 13. Press displayed channel. 14. Use d and u (SRCH/CH) to search in either the up or down direction within a Band, or to go up or down in frequency when Search is stopped.. In SCAN HOLD Mode, use these keys to go up or down to the next channel. 15.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Setup The SportCat comes with a rechargeable Nickel-Cadmium Battery Pack. When fully charged, this Battery Pack will supply up to 12 hours of dependable use. (With the Squelch control in “closed” position.) Before using the SportCat for the first time, or whenever the LOW BATTERY Indicator appears on the LCD display, you should fully charge the Battery Pack. Note: When the Battery Pack is low, the Low Battery Indicator will start to blink.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Installing the Belt Clip 1. Place the Belt Clip on the mounting area on the back of the scanner, making sure the holes in the clip line up with the threads in the back of the scanner. 2. Insert the 2 screws into the corresponding holes and tighten. CAUTION: Do not tighten the screws too tight. You could damage the case or clip. Using the Earphone The PHONE jack at the top of the SportCat is a standard 3.5mm stereo phone jack.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Operation Overview Note: Before operating the SportCat for the first time, make sure you have fully charged the Battery Pack. 1. Before turning on the scanner, rotate the Squelch Control fully clockwise. 2. Turn the scanner on by rotating the On-Off/Volume Control clockwise until you hear a click. Turn the Volume Control a small amount clockwise to a low listening level. 3. You should hear either a “rushing” noise or some communications.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen When the SportCat is in BANK SCAN Mode, the display will look something like this: n DIRECT SCAN When you program Channels 1 through 10, you can scan just these channels in DIRECT SCAN Mode. Scanning functions just like BANK SCAN, except only the first 10 channels are scanned. This feature is useful for setting up and scanning frequencies at sporting events.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Programming Channels Before you can scan, you must program the channels within a bank. You can store one frequency per channel, up to 100 channels. Save the first 10 channels for sporting events. When you program the appropriate frequencies for an event into these channels, you can use DIRECT CHANNEL SCAN and DIRECT CHANNEL ACCESS to quickly monitor the activities.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen E 7. Press to store the entry. The frequency on the display will blink twice to confirm the programming. 8. If that frequency is already stored in another channel, you will hear a “beep”, and the other channel number will appear on the display. If you want to store the frequency in the selected channel (18) as well, press again. The frequency will blink twice to confirm the programming.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen N 2. Press repeatedly to cycle through each of the 12 preprogrammed Search Bands until you see the Band you want. 3. Wait for at least 2 seconds for Search to begin. Or press u or d to search in an up or down direction. 4. H to stay on that frequency. The next available empty channel will be blinking on the display. 5. To store the displayed frequency into that channel, press . The frequency will blink twice to confirm the programming. 6.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Scanning Note: When you turn the scanner on it will be in the same Mode it was in when you turned it off. Bank Scanning 1. Look at the upper left corner of the display. If BANK is not displayed, press . 2. If SCN is not displayed in the lower left corner of the display, press . The SportCat should begin scanning. 3. If HOLD appears at the bottom of the display, press or to begin scanning.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen To access a specific channel: H. 1. Press 2. Enter the channel number using the numeric keys. 3. Press H again. One-Key Direct Access Channels The SportCat is designed specifically to be used at sporting events. In DIRECT SCAN Mode you can access the first 10 channels with just one key. That’s why you should reserve these channels for sporting events.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 1. Go directly to that channel using any of the methods described above. 2. for at least 2 seconds. You Press and hold will hear “two beeps”, and P will appear on the display to the left of the new channel number. That channel will now be the Priority Channel for that Bank. (The P will no longer appear for the previous Priority Channel.) P P To activate Priority Scan, press . The PRI indicator will appear at the bottom of the display..
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen You can lock out any or all of the Priority Channels that same way as other channels. If you lock out all Priority Channels you will see this message: You can also remove L/O from all “Locked Out” channels in the selected Scan Banks (those appearing at the top of the display.) Press and hold for at least 2 seconds. You will hear 2 beeps and all channels except empty channels (000.0000)MHz are returned to the scanning cycle in the selected Scan Banks.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen a. Place the point of a ball point pen into the small hole of the Memo Pad plastic cover, and lift it off. (Don’t use a pencil the lead may break off.) b. Write the names or other identifying remarks in each channel block on the Memo Pad. For example, for an Auto Race you may want to write the drivers’ names, the timer, the control point or safety check, etc. For a Golf Tournament, you may want the 1st Tee, the 18th Tee, the Clubhouse, the Leader Board.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Weather Channel Scanning The SportCat is designed to search for your local NOAA weather channel(s) from 7 preprogrammed NOAA channels.. W 1. to begin Weather Search. WX appears at Press the right side of the display and the word SCAN moves across the display. 2. When the Weather Search finds an active channel in your area, the scanner stops at that frequency. 3. . To resume To stay at that frequency, press Weather Search, press again, or .
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Searching The SportCat has 12 Preprogrammed Search Bands. You can search any of these Bands to find desired frequencies if you do not have a Frequency Directory handy, or if new stations have been added since the Directory was published. N N 1. Press to enter the SEARCH Mode. (SRCH appears on the bottom of the display.) 2. repeatedly to cycle through the 12 Bands Press until you reach the one you want. (The cycle goes in only one direction.) 3.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Search Frequency Skip. The scanner may stop at certain frequencies during Search that you do not want to hear. You can program up to 100 Skip Frequencies into the SportCat. When the scanner stops at one of these frequencies during Search, press . That frequency is now “memorized” and will be skipped during any Search. The scanner will then search to find other active frequencies. O Sporting Event Search.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Care and Maintenance Replacing the Battery Pack 1. Turn the On-Off/Volume Control OFF. 2. Turn the scanner over so you are looking at the back. If the Belt clip is attached, remove it by taking out the two screws. 3. Press in on the ribbed area and slide the Battery Cover down and off. 4.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen 6. Insert the Battery Pack by placing the bottom in the case first. Make sure it is seated within the case before replacing the Battery Cover. 7. Replace the Battery Cover by putting the two tabs in the corresponding opening and sliding it upward until it locks in place. Location n n n n If strong interference or electrical noise is received, relocate the scanner or its antenna away from the source of the noise.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Birdies All scanners are subject to receiving undesired signals or birdies. If your scanner stops during SEARCH Mode and no sound is heard, it may be receiving a birdie. Birdies are internally generated signals inherent in the electronics of the scanner. Use the Search Skip feature to skip the unwanted frequencies. Proper Care of Your Scanner Use only the AC Adapter/Charger that came with your scanner.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts The following optional accessories and replacement parts for your SportCat are available from your local Uniden Dealer or through the Uniden Customer Service Center by calling: (317) 842-2483, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST, Monday through Friday. ITEM PART NO.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Troubleshooting If your SportCat is not performing properly, try the steps listed below. PROBLEM Scanner won’t work. Improper reception. Scan won’t stop. Scan won’t start. Search won’t start. Keypad won’t work. SOLUTION Check the power connections. Check the volume and squelch. Make sure the power switch is turned on. Check the antenna connection. You may be in a fringe area. Reposition the scanner. Adjust the Squelch Control.
Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen Technical Specifications Receiver Type: Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Channels: 100 Banks: Total 10 Banks 10 Channels each WX: 7 Programmed Channels (All NOAA Weather Service) Search Bands: 12 Preprogrammed Search bands (NFM or AM) Frequency Range Steps Mode 29.0-29.7 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 29.7-50.0 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 50.0-54.0 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 108-137 Mhz 12.5 kHz AM 137-144 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 144-148 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 148-174 Mhz 5 kHz NFM 406-420 Mhz 12.
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Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen PRECAUTIONS Before you use this scanner, please read and observe the following: n WARNING! Uniden DOES NOT represent this unit to be waterproof. To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, DO NOT expose this unit to rain or moisture. n IMPORTANT! Be sure to use only the supplied earphone, or a stereo headset of the proper impedance (32Ω). Use of an incorrect earphone or stereo headset may be potentially hazardous to your hearing.
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Color profile: Disabled Composite Default screen One Year Limited Warranty WARRANTOR: UNIDEN AMERICA CORPORATION (“Uniden”) ELEMENTS OF WARRANTY: Uniden warrants, for one year, to the original retail owner, this Uniden Product to be free from defects in materials and craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out below. WARRANTY DURATION: This warranty to the original user shall terminate and be of no further effect 12 months after the date of original retail sale.
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