The manual provides safety precautions, setup, operation, programming, specifications, and warranty information for the Uniden BC246T scanner.
This Owner's Manual explains how to safely use the BC246T scanner, including important FCC and legal notices, ear‑phone requirements, and warnings about modifications. It also details the scanner’s features such as TrunkTracking™ and automatic scanning.
The guide covers installation options, menu navigation, programming of conventional and trunked systems, system‑level settings, optional accessories, technical specifications, and the one‑year limited warranty. It is intended for end users who want to operate and maintain the device.
| Dynamic Allocation Capacity – Systems | 200 max |
|---|---|
| Dynamic Allocation Capacity – Groups per System | 20 per system |
| Dynamic Allocation Capacity – Channels per System | up to 2500 |
| Attenuation | 18 dB nominal, 10 dB limit |
| Frequency Range | 25.0 – 26.960 MHz (Petroleum/Broadcast Band) |
| Operating Temperature | –20 °C to +60 °C (Normal) |
| Scan Rate | 100 channels per second (conventional mode) |
| Power Requirements | 2 AA Alkaline (3 V), 2 AA Ni‑MH (2.4 V) or AC Adapter 6 V DC 500 mA |
Use only a monaural earphone; an optional 32 Ω stereo headset may also be used.
The scanner comes with a one‑year limited warranty.
It can be powered by 2 AA alkaline batteries (3 V), 2 AA rechargeable Ni‑MH batteries (2.4 V), or a 6 V DC 500 mA AC adapter.