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Care and Maintenance
Care and Maintenance
General Use
Turn the scanner off before disconnecting the power.
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If memory is lost, simply reprogram each channel.
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Always press each button firmly until you hear the entry tone for that key
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entry.
Location
Do not use the scanner in high-moisture environments such as the
•
kitchen or bathroom.
Avoid placing the unit in direct sunlight or near heating elements or vents.
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If the scanner receives strong interference or electrical noise, move it
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or its antenna away from the source of the noise. If possible, a higher
elevation might provide better reception.
Also try changing the height or angle of the antenna.
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Cleaning
Disconnect the power to the unit before cleaning.
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Clean the outside of the scanner with a mild detergent.
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To prevent scratches, do not use abrasive cleaners or solvents. Be
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careful not to rub the LCD window.
Do not use excessive amounts of water.
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Repairs
Do not attempt any repair. The scanner contains no user serviceable parts.
Contact the Uniden Customer Service Center or take it to a qualified repair
technician.
Birdies
All radios can receive “birdies” (undesired signals). If your scanner stops during
Scan mode and no sound is heard, it might be receiving a birdie. Birdies are
internally generated signals inherent in the electronics of the scanner. Press
L/O
to lock out the channel.
Resetting the Scanner (Clearing all Memories)
To reset the scanner to factory defaults, turn off the scanner. Then, while holding
down
2
,
9
, and
HOLD
, turn on the scanner.
All scanner memory contents are
erased .
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