9In some areas, mobile use of this scanner is unlawful or requiresa permit. Check the laws in your area. It is also illegal in manyareas (and a bad idea everywhere) to interfere with the dutiesof public safety officials by traveling to the scene of an incidentwithout authorization.Changes or modifications to this product not expressly approvedby Uniden, or operation of this product in any way other than asdetailed by this Operating Guide, could void your authority tooperate this product.introductionThank you for purchasing a Uniden BC125AT Handheld Scanner.The scanner is versatile, compact, and easy to use. In additionto its standard scanning features, your scanner also includesClose Call™ RF capture technology designed to help you detectand identify strong local radio signals in your area. You canprogram up to 500 frequencies into the scanner's memory eithermanually or using optional computer software. The scannerlets you scan transmissions and is preprogrammed with servicebanks for your convenience. You can quickly search thosefrequencies most commonly used by police and other agencies,without tedious and complicated programming. The scannergives you direct access to over 40,000 exciting frequencies. Useyour scanner to monitor:• Police• Fire/Emergency• HAM Radio• Marine