How do you start to program a bct8 800 mz scanner

Programming conventional frequencies into the scanner's PRIVATE bank is simple, but programming trunking systems is a detailed process that will take some research and probably some practice. The best instructions for both types of programming are found in the factory operating manual that you can download and print, at no cost, here:
http://www.uniden.com/pdf/BCT8om.pdf

For a comprehensive database of active frequencies and trunking systems in your area, and a lot of other useful scanning information, visit:
www.RadioReference.com

Bill B.
Listening in since the 60's