Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product UBC-RH96 Uniden
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UBC -RH96 Remote Head unit for the UBCD396T & UBCD996T Digital Scanners UBC-RH96 Digital Scanner OM.indd1 1 UBC-RH96 Digital Scanner OM.indd1 1 10/9/07 4:15:55 PM 10/9/07 4:15:55 PM.
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3 T able of Contents Introduction ..................................................................................................... 5 Mounting the UBC-RH96............................................................................... 7 Using the Mounting Bracket .
4 Initialize Memory (Reset) ....................................................................... 25 Using the Cable Clamp ........................................................................... 25 Speci fi cations .............................
5 Intr oduction Y our UBC-RH96 Remote Head helps you get more out of your Uniden UBCD396T or UBCD996T scanner . The UBC-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.
6 Included with your UBC-RH96 Y our Remote Head is supplied with essential components and accessories to get you operational. Supplied are: The UBC-RH96 Remote Head unit. A steel mounting bracket with attachment washers factory installed. Mounting hardware (screws and washers) to attach the bracket.
7 Mounting the UBC-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.
8 - • Using the supplied screws or other suitable hardware, secure the bracket. Insert the UBC-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.
9 Route the Remote Cable through the Slotted Guide (3) so it lies fl 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 fl at.
10 REMOTE DC IN 13.8V UBC-RH96 Connections DC Power Input Jack T o Remote Cable Mini-Plug Cable Routing Guides Data Port (for fi rm- ware updates) 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 Always route both cables through the channel. Note: Connect the Remote Cable and route it through the cable channel as shown.
11 Connecting Cables There are three cables that you can connect to the UBC-RH96. The DC power cable The Remote Control cable The Data Port cable (not supplied with UBC-RH96) Remote Head and Scanner Power T o provide power to the Remote Head, insert the barrel of the cigarette lighter adapter into the jack in the back of the unit marked DC IN 13.
12 guides to keep the cable correctly positioned. Then, route the remainder of the cable toward the location of your target scanner . When doing so, be sure to avoid sharp metal edges of your vehicle’ s body , or other possible hazards. Be sure the cable does not interfere with controls, operation of the vehicle, or passenger safety .
13 Contr ol Con fi guration Guides The UBC-RH96 lets you remotely operate the follow- ing scanners: UBCD996T Mobile Scanner UBCD396T Handy Scanner Even though the scanners have different controls and.
14 F1 F2 F3 MENU L/O LIGHT FUNC pri rcl rev att UBCD396T F1 = F2 = F3 = The UBCD396T Key Con fi guration UBC-RH96 Digital Scanner OM.indd14 14 UBC-RH96 Digital Scanner OM.
15 The UBCD996T Key Con fi guration F1 F2 F3 MENU L/O UBCD996T LIGHT SRCH1 SRCH2 SRCH3 SRCH4 SRCH5 SRCH6 REV AT T F1 = F2 = F3 = FUNC UBC-RH96 Digital Scanner OM.
16 Operation Apply power to your target scanner and set its Baud Rate to the highest setting. Make sure that the Remote Control cable is properly connected, and rotate the VOL control clockwise past OFF until it clicks.
17 When you turn the Remote Head off, you see the screen to the right which reminds you that power is still applied to the target scanner . Setting the UBC-RH96 Backlight T o adjust the backlight brightness level on the Remote Head, repeatedly press the VOL control.
18 Con fi guration — Menu Mode Once you have the units on, press [MENU] to enter the Con fi guration Settings Options. Y ou can skip the opening screens by holding [MENU] while turning on power . Y ou see the Remote Head Menu screen. T o select an item on the screen, rotate the FUNC knob to scroll to the item.
19 Setting Mobile Options Scroll to highlight Mobile Option Mobile Option , then press the rotary knob. The screen shows Set Key Assign Set Key Assign . Press the rotary knob again. Scroll to the desired key ( F1 Key F1 Key , F2 Key F2 Key , or F3 Key F3 Key ) and press the rotary knob to select it.
20 The Default Option table only applies to the UBCD996T . The following list applies to all two scanners (mobile and handy type) for F1, F2, or F3. F1, F2, F3 Key Function F+Menu Key .................................. [FUNC] + [MENU] F+L/O Key ......
21 Setting Handy Options Scroll to highlight Handy Option Handy Option , then press the rotary knob. The screen shows Set Key Assign Set Key Assign . Press the rotary knob again. Scroll to the desired key ( F1 Key F1 Key , F2 Key F2 Key , or F3 F3 Key Key ) and press the rotary knob to select it.
22 Setting the Function Mode If you scroll to the Handy Option menu, you can highlight Set Func Mode Set Func Mode . Select this to choose between Set Hold Timer Set Hold Timer and Set Auto Release Set Auto Release . Setting Hold T imer When you select this option, you can scroll through and select from fi ve settings.
23 Setting Auto Release Choose this option to set the Function Auto Release to On On or Off Off . T urning the Auto-Release on lets you press any key to exit the Function mode. Turning the Auto-Release off (the default setting) means you can only press the Function key to exit Function mode.
24 Control Limitations There are some operations that cannot be performed using the UBC-RH96. Operation Scanner T ype Power control All W ired and On-Air Clone All Upside Down Display Mobile Backlight.
25 Initialize Memory (Reset) T o reset the UBC-RH96 to factory default settings, follow the sequence below . Note that once done, there is no undo and all programmed keys are reset. W ith the unit off, press and hold the following keys and turn on power at the same time: [2] , [9] and [HOLD] .
26 Speci fi cations Size (mm) 183 W x 48 D x 56 H (without knobs) W eight (Remote Head only) 0.31 kg Input V oltage 13.8 Vdc (1 1.0 - 16.6 Vdc) Current Drain (nominal) In standby: 2 mA In use: 106 mA.
27 (B) Modified, altered or used as part of any conversion kits, subassemblies, or any configurations not sold by Uniden, (C) Improperly installed, (D) Repaired by someone other than an authorized Uni.
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