Uniden Bearcat BC-RH96 Owner's Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction .....................................................................................................3

FCC Statement ..........................................................................................4

IC Statement .............................................................................................5

Mounting the BC-RH96 .................................................................................7

Using the Mounting Bracket .....................................................................7

Using Hook and Loop Material ................................................................9

BC-RH96 Connections..................................................................................10

Connecting Cables ........................................................................................ 11

Remote Head and Scanner Power ........................................................... 11

Control Cable .......................................................................................... 11

Data Port Cable — Firmware Updates ...................................................12

Control Conguration Guides ..................................................................... 13

The BR330T Key Conguration .............................................................14

The BCD396T Key Conguration ..........................................................14

The BCT15 Key Conguration ...............................................................15

The BCD996T Key Conguration ..........................................................15

Operation ....................................................................................................... 16

Setting the BC-RH96 Backlight .............................................................17

Conguration — Menu Mode .................................................................18

Setting the BC-RH96 LCD Contrast ......................................................18

Setting Mobile Options ................................................................................. 19

Mobile Default Key Assigment .............................................................. 19

Setting Handy Options .................................................................................21

Default Handy Option Key Assigment ................................................... 21

Setting the Function Mode ........................................................................... 22

Setting Hold Timer ..................................................................................22

Setting Auto Release ...............................................................................23

Miscellaneous ................................................................................................. 23

Volume Settings - For Handy Scanner .................................................... 23

Control Limitations ................................................................................. 24

Serial Operation Precautions ..................................................................24

Initialize Memory (Reset) ....................................................................... 25

Using the Cable Clamp ...........................................................................25

Specications ................................................................................................. 26

One Year Limited Warranty ........................................................................ 26

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Introduction

Your Bearcat BC-RH96 Remote Head helps you get
more out of your Uniden BCD396T, BR330T, BCT15,
or BCD996T scanner.

The BC-RH96 provides the following features:

It controls all the functions of your Uniden mobile or
handy scanner (with the exception of the scanner’s
power control.)

It gives you three shortcut keys that you can assign
to your scanner’s most often used operations.

It serves as a large LCD with your handy scanner.

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It recognizes the scanner baud rate for reliable
communications between units.

Its Volume and Squelch controls emulate those on
the scanner.

It provides a large, easy to read LCD display with
adjustable backligh and contrast levels.

It emulates your mobile scanner’s Close Call and
Alert LED signals.

Please read the entire manual to familiarize yourself
with installation and operation for maximum
enjoyment.

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FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and

the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.

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This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

This device may not cause harmful interference,
and

this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

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IC Statement

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la
norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Included with your BC-RH96

Your Bearcat Remote Head is supplied with essential
components and accessories to get you operational.

Supplied are:

The BC-RH96 Remote Head unit.
A steel mounting bracket with

attachment washers factory installed.
Mounting hardware (screws and washers)

to attach the bracket.
Threaded knobs to allow mounting the

Remote Head quickly to the bracket.

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Remote connection cable, 10 feet in length.
A correctly polarized vehicle DC adapter to let you

connect the Remote Head to a convenience outlet in
your vehicle that provides 12-13.8 VDC.

This Owner’s Manual.

A set of pocket-sized Quick Reference Conguration

cards for convenient setup and usage.
A Self Adhesive Cable Clamp

If any of the above items are missing or damaged,
immediately contact your place of purchase or Uniden
Customer Service at [phone].

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Mounting the BC-RH96

The following two mounting methods are suggestions
used by most. Depending upon your individual
situation, you may decide on a different approach.

Using the Mounting Bracket

For most vehicles, the supplied bracket will be the
easiest method of mounting.
With the bracket removed from the Remote Head, use
the holes in the bracket as a template to initially mark
the location you plan to use in your vehicle. Be abso­lutely certain of what might be behind the mounting
surface before making any holes, be it above, or below,

or in front of your dash, armrest console, or other
location. If you drill carelessly, expensive damage can
result. If in doubt, consult your vehicle dealer’s service

department or a qualied professional installer.

Important: AVOID AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT
ZONES. Ignoring this installation concern may result
in bodily harm and the inability of the airbag to per­form properly.
Be sure to select a mounting location so that when you
route power and remote cables they do not interfere
with any existing cables or other controls.
Check local laws to determine if using a scanner is
legal in your area.

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Using the supplied screws or other suitable
hardware, secure the bracket.

Insert the BC-RH96 and insert the bracket knobs
to lock the Remote Head in position.

Attach the provided Cigarette Lighter Power Cord
to the rear power jack marked DC IN 13.8V.
Then plug the adapter end into a dash mounted
12V DC socket.

Insert the 3-Conductor Mini-Plug of the supplied
ten-foot cable in the REMOTE jack on the back
of the scanner.

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Star
Washers
& Screws

Under Dash
Bracket

Bracket
Knobs

BC-RH96

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Route the Remote Cable through the Slotted Guide

(3) so it lies at. Route the Power Cord so it does

not interfere with any other wires.

Using Hook and Loop Material

The rear of the unit, when all connectors and cables

are properly routed, is at. This permits using hook

and loop material (not supplied) that has a heavy-duty
peel and stick adhesive on one side. This material is
generally available from electronic supply stores and
hardware stores.

Do not apply the tape to the rear until all cables are
installed and routed correctly.
Do not cover the slotted guide with the tape.

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Follow the directions supplied with the hook and loop
material. Locate a suitable spot on the dash, console,
or other area. If you use the Remote Head in another
place such as a radio room, using tape lets you quickly
mount or remove the Head as desired.

Note: The two slots on the front of the Remote Head
cannot be used for mounting. These slots are cosmetic
features only.