Uniden UBC-RH96 User's Manual
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1. 26 NE UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd4 4 10 9 07 4 15 57 Introduction communications between units Your UBC RH96 Remote Head helps you get more out Its Volume and Squelch controls emulate those on of your Uniden UBCD396T or UBCD996T scanner the scanner t provides a large easy to read LCD display with The UBC RH96 provides the following features adjustable backligh and contrast levels It controls all the functions of your Uniden mobile It emulates your mobile scanner s Close Call and handy scanner with the exception of the scanner s Alert LED signals Please read the entire manual to familiarize yourself It gives you three shortcut keys that you can assign with installation and operation for maximum to your scanner s most often used operations enjoyment It serves as a large LCD with your handy scanner It recognizes the scanner baud rate for reliable UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd5 5 10 9 07 4 15 57 INST Included with your UBC RH96 Remote connection cable 3m in length A correctly polarized vehicle DC adapter to let you Your Remote Head is supplied with essential connect the Remote Head to a convenience outlet in components and accessories to get you operational your vehicle that provides 12 13 8 VDC This Owner s Manual Supplied are A set of pocket sized2. ad iil e ier 8 Uniden oe Remote Head unit for the UBCD396T amp UBCD996T Digital Scanners UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd1 1 Cy 10 9 07 4 15 55 ae Ww UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd2 2 10 9 07 4 15 56 Table of Contents M 5 Mounting UBC RH96 gt 7 Using the Mounting Bracke 27 Using Hook and Loop Material UBC RH96 5 19 Connecting Cables Remote Head and Scanner Power Control Data Port Cable Firmware Updates Control Configuration Guides The UBCD396T Key Configuration The UBCD996T Key Configuration OPER at oe 16 Setting the UBC RH96 Backlight sscscsssssssoissesssseeeseseseseassocssesssosissness 17 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd3 3 Configuration Menu Mode Setting the UBC RH96 LCD Contrast Setting Mobile Options Mobile Default Key Assigment Setting Handy Options Default Handy Option Key Assigment Setting the Function Mode Setting Hold Timer Setting Auto Release uim Volume Settings For Handy Scanner Control Limitations Serial Operation Precautions 10 9 07 4 15 56 Initialize Memory Reset Using the Cable Clamp Specifications RTI I aaa 26 One Year Limited Warranty
3. below nominal In use 106 mA backlight high WARRANTY DURATION This warranty to the original retail owner only shall terminate and be of Operating 20 to 60 C no further effect ONE 1 year after the date of original retail sale This 4 to o warranty will be deemed invalid if the Product is 3 102199 F A Damaged or not maintained as reasonable and necessary UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd26 26 10 9 07 4 16 05 B Modified altered or used as part of any conversion kits way affect your rights under the TRADE PRACTICES ACT 1974 Cth subassemblies or any configurations not sold by Uniden Australia or the CONSUMER GUARANTEES ACT New Zealand C Improperly installed PROCEDURE FOR OBTAINING PERFORMANCE OR WARRANTY D Repaired by someone other than an authorized Uniden Repair In the event that the Product does not conform to this warranty the Agent for a defect or malfunction covered by this warranty Product should be shipped or delivered freight pre paid with evidence of E Used in conjunction with any equipment or parts or as part of a original purchase e g a copy of the sales docket to the warrantor at system not manufactured by Uniden or F Where the Serial Number label of the product has been removed UNIDEN AUSTRALIA PTY LIMITED UNIDEN NEW ZEALAND or damaged beyond recognition Warranty only valid in the country of LIMITED original retail sale SERVICE DIVISION S
4. data transfer cable provided with your scanner Con 12 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd12 12 10 9 07 4 16 00 PM INST EE _ Control Configuration Guides Important If you have more than one scanner be sure The UBC RH96 lets you remotely operate the follow h switehing arget scanners ing scanners UBCD996T Mobile Scanner To assist you to better understand each of these changes a set of pocket sized Quick Reference Cards A UBCD396T Handy Scanner are provided The diagrams on the next pages replicate the card diagrams e Even though the scanners have different controls and functions when you connect the UBC RH96 to the scanner the Remote Head automatically changes the functionality of its controls to match the operation of the target scanner 13 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd13 13 10 9 07 4 16 00 PM UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd14 14 4 UBCD396T 10 9 07 4 16 00 PM UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd15 15 UBCD996T SRCH1 SRCH2 SRCH3 CD 10 9 07 4 16 01 PM Operation If you have not connected a target scanner you see the screen below If the UBC RH96 remains on while you turn on the scanner this display is automatically replaced with the scanner s initial display Apply power to your target scanner and set its Baud Rate to the highest setting Make sure that the Remote Control cable is pro
5. Be abso with any existing cables or other controls lutely certain of what might be behind the mounting surface before making any holes be it above or below 7 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd7 7 10 9 07 4 15 57 Ei Knobs UBC RH UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd8 8 any 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 8V Then plug adapter end into a dash mounted n 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 10 9 07 4 15 58 INST _ 5 Route the Remote Cable through the Slotted Guide 3 so it lies flat Route the Power Cord so it does Follow the directions supplied with the hook and loop not interfere with any other wires material Locate a suitable spot on the dash console or other area If you use the Remote Head in another Using Hook and Loop Material place such as a radio room using tape lets you quickly The rear of the unit when all connectors and cables mount or remove the Head as desired p are properly routed Is flat This permits using hook P and loop material not supplied that has a heavy duty peel and stick adhesive on one side This material is g
6. ERVICE DIVISION Y PARTS COVERED 345 Princes Highway 150 Harris Road East Tamaki E E Rockdale NSW 2216 Auckland This warranty covers for 1 year the Product and included Fx 02 9599 3278 Fx 09 274 4253 accessories www uniden com au www uniden co nz STATEMENT OF REMEDY In the event that the Product does not conform to this warranty at any Customers in other States should ship or deliver the Product freight pre time while this warranty is in effect the warrantor at its discretion paid to their nearest Uniden Authorized Repair Centre will repair the defect or replace the Product and return it to you without charge for parts or service This warranty does not provide for reimbursement or payment of incidental or consequential damages This EXPRESS WARRANTY is in addition to and does not in any Contact Uniden for the nearest Warranty Agent to you 27 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd27 27 10 9 07 4 16 05 Pw UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd28 28 Uniden 2007 Uniden Australia Pty Limited Uniden New Zealand Limited Printed in China UUZZ01705AZ 0 10 9 07 4 16 05 PM
7. Quick Reference Configuration 2 The UBC RH96 Remote Head unit cards for convenient setup and usage e steel mounting bracket with A Self Adhesive Cable Clamp li attachment washers factory installed Mounting hardware screws and washers If any of the above items are missing or damaged im to attach the bracket mediately contact your place of purchase Threaded knobs to allow mounting the Remote Head quickly to the bracket UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd6 6 10 9 07 4 15 57 INST EE _ Mounting the UBC RH96 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 qualified professional installer The following two mounting methods are suggestions used by most Depending upon your individual situation you may decide on a different approach Important AVOID AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT Using the Mounting Bracket ZONES Ignoring this installation concern may result bd For most vehicles the supplied bracket will be the in bodily harm and the inability of the airbag to per easiest method of mounting form properly With the bracket removed from the Remote Head use Be sure to select a mounting location so that when you the holes in the bracket as a template to initially mark route power and remote cables they do not interfere the location you plan to use in your vehicle
8. RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd21 21 10 9 07 4 16 03 Pw INST EE _ Setting the Function Mode The five settings are Off Function mode is continuously enabled only If you scroll to the Handy Option menu you can while pressing the Control or SQ knob highlight Select this to choose between 21 role Tini and 3 sec Function mode is enabled for 3 seconds after releasing the Control SQ knob 5sec Function mode is enabled for 5 seconds after T W Setting Hold Timer releasing the Control or SQ knob e When you select this option you can scroll through 10 sec Function mode is enabled for 10 seconds after and select from five settings The setting determines releasing the Control or SQ knob how long the knob acting as the FUNC control is enabled each time you press it if you do nothing else Infinite Function mode is enabled until the Control or SQ knob is pressed again default 22 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd22 22 10 9 07 4 16 04 PM INST Ts Setting Auto Release Miscellaneous Choose this option to set the Function Auto Release to Cir or Volume Settings For Handy Scanner While it 1s possible to configure the UBC RH96 rotary Turning the Auto Release on lets you press any key to FUNC control as your VOL control we suggest not exit the Function mode doing so The VOL control still functions as a volume AN control If the FUNC control
9. d location peel the base covering and firmly press it on the scanner Then route the Remote Cable through the guide This helps assure that the remote Cable will not come out of the special connector on either a Mobile of Handy scanner To 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 With the unit off press and hold the following keys and turn on power at the same time 2 9 and HOLD You see the reset screen below If you turn off power during reset the process starts again when you next turn on the unit 25 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd25 25 10 9 07 4 16 04 PM ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY UNIDEN UBC RH96 Remote Head IMPORTANT Evidence of original purchase is required for warranty service Size mm 183 aces De one WARRANTOR Uniden Australia Pty Limited A B N 58 001 865 498 without knobs Uniden New Zealand Limited Warranty only available in original country of Weight Remote 031k purchase A Head only 5 ELEMENT OF WARRANTY i Zi Uniden warrants to the original retail owner for the duration of J Input Voltage 13 8 11 0 16 6 this warranty its UNIDEN UBC RH96 Remote Head herein after referred to as the Product to be free from defects in materials and Current Drain In standby 2 mA craftsmanship with only the limitations or exclusions set out
10. enerally 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 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd9 9 10 9 07 4 15 58 Pw m UBC RH96 Connections Note Connect Remote Cable and route it through the cable channel as Always route both cables o DC Power Input Jack shown Then connect the DC Power Cable and route it through the channel through the channel To Remote Cable Mini Plug EN Cable Routing Guides Data Port for firm ware updates UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd10 10 10 9 07 4 15 58 INST Connecting Cables diameter and wire it with the center positive using at least 18 gauge wire to an extra fuse block terminal of There are three cables that you can connect to the your vehicle UBC RH96 The DC power cable The Remote Head cannot turn power to the scanner The Remote Control cable off or on Therefore consider connecting the power The Data Port cable not supplied with UBC RH96 Jead of the scanner to a terminal on your vehicle that is E Remote Head and Scanner Power turned off when you turn off the ignition key E To provide power to the Remote Head insert the barrel Control Cable of the cigarette lighter adapter into the jack in the back 3m supplied Control Cable has a stereo mi
11. is configured as volume NE Turning the Auto Release off the default setting it is possible to have a situation that a very slight id means you can only press the Function key to exit movement of the VOL control results in a sudden and Function mode No other key has any effect loud increase in your audio It is best to configure the VOL control as volume in all cases 23 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd23 23 10 9 07 4 16 04 INST 11 Control Limitations Serial Operation Precautions There are some operations that cannot be performed The UBCD996T has a 9 pin serial connection in the using the UBC RH96 back designed for use with serial operations in addition to the special serial jack on the front Operation Scanner Type Other than connecting a GPS the front and the back Power control All cannot be used or connected at the same time when the AN Wired and On Air Clone All UBC RH96 is in use c Upside Down Display Mobile For example if you connect a 9 pin serial cable to uet Backlight Scanner Control Handy your PC to use the UASD programming software Key Lock Operation Handy disconnect the UBC RH96 front cable first No Close Call amp Alert LED Handy 24 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd24 24 10 9 07 4 16 04 Initialize Memory Reset Using the Cable Clamp A self adhesive clamp guide is provided to assist you to safely route the Remote Cable to your target scanner Clean the planne
12. ng in MENU power You see the Remote Menu screen Setting the UBC RH96 Contrast 1 Rotate the rotary control to then press the knob E Yes To select an item on the screen rotate the FUNC 2 Rotate the knob from through knob to scroll to the item 5 5 The LCD contrast changes with To make a choice press E ves or the rotary FUNC each level The default is level 8 knob 3 When you reach the desired level press the knob or To step back to a previous menu press MENU E Yes again to make your selection 18 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd18 18 10 9 07 4 16 02 L EERE Setting Mobile Options The Default selection associates the F Keys on the R te H tly th th to hienek emote Head exactly the same as the corresponding F knob Key on the target mobile scanner 1 then press the 2 The screen shows Press the rotary knob again Mobile Default Key Assigment ORIGINAL Key Operation 3 Scroll to the desire key Fi FE f UBCD996T the rotary knob to F1 PRI select it F2 SRVC 4 For each F Key you can select a function from the F3 GPS Select Action menu screen UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd19 19 10 9 07 4 16 02 PM The Default Option table only applies to the UBCD996T The following list applies to all two scanner
13. ni plug of the unit marked DC IN 13 8V Insert the other end on one end and a scanner serial connector on the other in a convenient socket on the dash of your vehicle Insert the mini plug into the REMOTE jack on the To connect a power lead permanently obtain a barrel rear of the Remote Head Route the cable through the connector 5 5 mm diameter with a center pin 2 mm 11 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd11 11 10 9 07 4 16 00 PM guides to keep the cable correctly positioned Then nect the data transfer cable to this port on the bottom route the remainder of the cable toward the location of of the Remote Head Connect the other end to the DB9 your target scanner When doing so be sure to avoid serial port on your PC This is the only purpose of this sharp metal edges of your vehicle s body or other connection possible hazards Be sure the cable does not interfere with controls operation of the vehicle or passenger Important p safety Insert the cable s special connector in the front For best operation be sure your scanner always has the E port of the UBCD996T mobile scanner or side port latest firmware Visit www uniden com au Australian e of the UBCD396T handy scanner model or www uniden co nz New Zealand model Data Port Cable Firmware Updates die d that your scanner has the most up to date The Remote Head has a data port see UBC RH96 Connections so you can update the firmware using the
14. perly connected and rotate the VOL control clockwise past OFF until it clicks The LCD displays the following screens your version number may be different than the screen shown here 16 UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd16 16 10 9 07 4 16 02 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 To adjust the backlight brightness level on the Remote Head repeatedly press the VOL control The display cycles through available backlight brightness levels including off Stop when you reach the desired level UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd17 17 17 Brightness Auto Adjust mobile scanners only When you connect a mobile scanner the Remote Head automatically adjusts its backlight brightness level to match the brightness level of the target mobile scanner If you change the brightness level on either the Remote Head or the target scanner the level changes on both devices at the same time This function is not available on Handy Scanners 10 9 07 4 16 02 Configuration Menu Mode To exit from the Menu Mode press SCAN Once you have the units on press MENU to enter HOLD or L O the Configuration Settings Options You can skip the To re enter the Menu Mode turn the Remote head opening screens by holding while turning on off then on while holdi
15. s mobile and handy type for F1 F2 or F3 F1 F2 F3 Key Function FUNC MENU FILO eem FUNC L O W DCAM CY E E Scan Hold E E E Heads toss Hold Service Search Range Menu Custom Search Mode Goto Custom Goto CC Only Close Call Only Mode Goto Tone Out Tone Out Standby Mode Band Menu Close Call Band Setting Menu UBC RH96 Digital Scanner OM indd20 20 20 Settings Meri neces Brdcst Scrn Menu Search L O Menu Settings Menu Broadcast Screen Band Menu Review L O List Details about each of the operations of the F keys listed above can be found in the respective Owner s Manual for the mobile or handy scanners 10 9 07 4 16 03 PM Setting Handy Options The Default selection associates the F Keys on the Remote Head exactly the same as the corresponding 1 Scroll to highlight i then press Key a Mobile scanner or a function on Handy rotary knob scanner Press the Default Handy Option Key Assigment Ke ORIGINAL Key Operation E Ed 3 Scroll to the desired key y UBCD396T He and press the rotary knob to select it F1 Custom Search 4 Foreach F Key select a function from the Select F2 CC Only Action menu sereen F Key column applies to the UBC RH96 F keys 2 The screen shows rotary knob again UBC
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