Uniden UBC 175xL - Manual (Page 4)

UNPACKING
Carefully remove all units from the shipping carton. If there is any visible
damage, DO NOT attempt to operate the equipment. Notify your dealer or ship­
ping carrier immediately.
Keep the shipping cation and packing materials, as well as all printed material.
The carton serves as an excellent method to transport the Uniden® Bearcat®
175XL to other locations.
The following parts are included in this carton:
Uniden® Bearcat® 175XL
AC Adaptor
Operating Instructions
Telescoping Antenna
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Scanning is easy and fun with the Uniden® Bearcat® 175XL. Advanced elec­
tronics provide programmable operation and dependability. The rubber keytop
keyboard has been designed for comfort and operating efficiency. It is divided
into two sections: PROGRAM, which allows you to command any frequencies
(VHF/UHF) on its 16 channels; and OPERATION. Volume and squelch levels
are controlled by smooth acting knob adjustments. An 8-digit, back-lighted LCD
display provides frequency, channel, lockout, delay, priority, weather search
and memory loss information, A unique capacitor type memory back-up
eliminates the need for batteries. The case is constructed of high impact plastic.
MEMORY BACK-UP
The Uniden® Bearcat® 175XL is equipped with a unique capacitor type memory
back-up. The capacitor back-up will provide approximately four hours of memory
retention in the event of a power interruption. When memory loss has occurred,
the memory loss message will be displayed. It wilt remain on the display until
any operating key is pressed. The system is completely automatic and requires
no maintenance.
INSTRUCTIONS OPTIONAL ANTENNA
An external antenna may be helpful in fringe areas. Always use 50-70 ohm coax­
ial cable for lead-in. For lengths in excess of 50 feet, RG8AU low-loss foam
dielectric coax is recommended. Your scanner is equipped with a standard
automotive type antenna connector. A mating plug (optional) must be used.