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ProgrammingThe BC898T has 500 memory channels, each of which can be programmed to store one
frequency. The channels are divided into ten 50-channel banks, useful for storing similar
frequencies in order to maintain faster scanning cycles.
You can use the keypad and rotary tuner to program your scanner. You can also use the
scanner’s AutoStore feature to automatically program channels, and transfer a frequency
you already programmed from another channel to a channel you select.
Notes:
• The information in this section covers basic steps for programming frequencies and
channels. For specific information about programming conventional channels, see
“Programming Conventional Channels” on Page 39. For specific information about pro-
gramming trunked systems, see “Programming Trunked Systems” on Page 41.
• Before you start to program your scanner, we recommend you download the demo
software and use the worksheets in the software’s help files to help you organize the
information you want to program.
Transferring a Programmed Frequency
You can send any frequency to another channel. To transfer a frequency, select a channel
with the frequency you want to assign to a different channel. Then press SEND. All the
bank indicators flash. If you have programmed CTCSS or DCS tones, they also appear
when you press SEND.
Transferring a Frequency to the First Available Channel In a Bank
1. Select the bank where you want to send the frequency. For example, press D.
The display alternates between the frequency you are transferring and the bank’s low-
est available channel.
2. Press E on the keypad to transfer the frequency to the new channel. The scanner
moves the frequency from the old channel to the new channel.
3. To cancel the transfer before it is complete, press SEND.
Transferring a Frequency to a Specific Channel
1. Use the keypad to enter the channel where you want to send the frequency. (For
example, press 9 and 4 on the keypad to send the frequency to Channel 94).
2. Press HOLD U.
The display alternates between the frequency you are transferring and the frequency in
the new channel.
3. Press E to complete the transfer.
The frequency is now stored in the new channel, and the old channel is empty.
4. To cancel the transfer before it is complete, press SEND.
Programming