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I have a uniden bear cat scanner

Its build much like a mototolla saber 2 radio. the battery detaches. the model number is BC100XLT. i know its old but i like the construction. so ANYWAY

1. i cant get the thing to come on. am i supposed to charge the battery with a 12 volt charger 1st? and when i use a charger with say 9 or 10 volts the battery becomes hot and i unplug it.

2. when i leave the charger in the unit sometimes it comes on but i cant ge any audio.. even when i turn the squelsh up all the way. what do i do?

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That scanner dates back to 1987, so chances are that the battery pack is well beyond charging. I found a new battery pack here:
http://cgi.ebay.com/WALKIE-TALKIE-BATTERY-UNIDEN-RADIO-BC100XLT-BC200XLT-/310272646372?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item483db0dce4
but it will set you back more than $90. Another option is to open/dismantle the battery back and use a battery insert. You can purchase one for $12.95 here: http://www.batterybarn.com/jbbt049.htm
The original battery is rated at 7.2VDC, but the charging circuit is set up for 12VDC at 500mA, so stay with your 12 volt charger.

Bill B.
Listening in since the 60's

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