Uniden's BCD396T is a two-way radio that offers up to 6,000 channels of potential traffic. Its "trunk tracker" technology allows it to monitor most types of communications, from public-safety announcements to amateur radio. If you wish to modify your BCD396T in order to use it in more places, carry or charge it differently, or boost its reception, you can do so in several ways.
Instructions
1. Purchase carrying accessories -- such as a nylon case, a wrist strap and an assortment of belt clips -- that are readily available for this model of two-way radio.
2. Purchase a car charger or AC adapter. You can also buy a more powerful battery than the one that comes standard with the radio, as well as a battery cover.
3. Augment your Uniden BCD396T's reception by purchasing a new antenna. (See "Resources" for compatible Uniden antennas.)
4. Purchase an earphone adapter for your BCD396T.
5. Replace a worn digital keypad or function keys with a new set, which can be purchased from Uniden (see "Resources" below).
6. Purchase a serial or USB adapter for your device to facilitate any needed operating-system upgrades. After plugging the cable into both your BCD396T and a computer, navigate to the second link in the "Resources" section below and sign up for an account to gain access to firmware upgrades for your radio.
To install a firmware update, click on the download link for the update and save the file to your desktop. Power on your radio, double-click the installation file after it is fully downloaded and select "Run"; the program will detect your radio and determine if new firmware is available and advised. Follow the installation prompts.
7. Control your scanning operations from your PC by downloading the recommended programming software from Uniden (which becomes available after creating your account) and following the prompts to modify your programming functions.
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