Scanning; Scanning Modes; Time Operation; Carrier Operation - Baofeng UV-5R Documentation

Chapter 5. Scanning
The Baofeng UV-5R features a built in scanner for the VHF and UHF bands. When in
Frequency (VFO) mode it will scan in steps according to your set frequency step. In
Channel (MR) mode it will scan your channels. At approximately three frequencies per
second, it's not the fastest scanner in the world, but it is nonetheless a useful feature to
have at times.
To enable the scanner, press and hold the
Press any key to exit scanning mode.

Scanning modes

The scanner is configurable to one of three ways of operation: Time, carrier or search,
each of which are explained in further details in their respective section below.
Procedure 5.1. Setting scanner mode
1.
Press the
2.
Enter
3.
Press the
4.
Use the
5.
Press the
6.
Press the

Time operation

In Time Operation (TO) mode, the scanner stops when it detects a signal, and after a pre
set time out time of inactivity, it resumes scanning.

Carrier operation

In Carrier Operation (CO) mode, the scanner stops when it detects a signal, and as soon
as the signal goes away it resumes scanning.

Search operation

In Search Operation (SE) mode, the scanner stops when it detects a signal.
key to enter the menu.
on your numeric keypad to come to scanner mode.
key to select.
and keys to select scanning mode.
key to confirm and save.
key to exit the menu.
Baofeng UV-5R
key for about two seconds.
Active or not,

scanning

resumes
Dual Watch is
inhibited while
scanning
factory pre set (it
is unchangeable)
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