Your RadioShack PRO-92 500-Channel Portable Trunking Scanner is one of a new generation of scanners designed to track Motorola ® Type I and Type II (such as Smartnet ® and Privacy Plus ® ) and hybrid analog trunking systems, plus GE/Ericsson (EDACS ® ) and EF Johnson (LTR ® ) type systems, which are extensively used in many communication systems.Trunking communications systems let a large group of 2- way radio users (or even different groups of 2-way radio users) efficiently use a set of frequencies. Instead of selecting a specific frequency for a transmission, the user simply selects a talk group. The trunking system automatically transmits the call on the first available frequency, and also sends a code that uniquely identifies that transmission. Since the trunking system might send a call and its response on different frequencies, it is difficult to listen to trunked communications using a regular scanner. The PRO-92 monitors the data sent with a 2-way radio transmission, so you can hear the call and response for that user and more easily follow the conversation. The scanner also lets you scan conventional transmissions, and is preprogrammed with service search banks for convenience. By pressing a single button, you can quickly search those frequencies most commonly used by public service and other agencies without tedious and complicated programming.
This scanner gives you direct access to over 33,000 frequencies including those used by police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies, air, and amateur radio services.
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RadioShack and Adaptaplug are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.
Hypersearch and Hyperscan are trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.
LTR is a registered trademark of EF Johnson. Motorola, Smartnet and Privacy Plus are registered trademarks of Motorola Inc.
EDACS is a registered trademark of GE/Ericsson Inc.
Your scanner includes these special features:Simultaneous Trunking Operation tracks three trunking systems, LTR, Motorola, and EDACS at the same time, as well as conventional systems.
Text Input lets you input a text label for each channel, talk group ID, bank, or other memory so you can easily know about the transmission you are hearing.
Subaudible Tone Decode decodes and displays the Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) tone signal being transmitted.
Digital Subaudible Tone Decode decodes and dis-plays the Digital Coded Squelch (DCS) being received.
12-Character, 4-Line, Dot-Matrix Display shows you detailed operating information and lets you easily pro-gram the scanner.
Data Cloning lets you transfer the programmed data to another PRO-92 scanner. You can also upload or download the programmed data to or from a PC using an optional interface kit.
10 Channel-Storage Banks let you store 50 channels in each bank to group channels so calls are easier to identify.
Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Receiver virtually eliminates any interference from intermediate frequency (IF) images, so you hear only the frequency you select.
Hyperscan TM and Hypersearch TM the scanner scans at up to 25 channels per second and searches at up to 50 steps per second, to help you quickly find interesting transmissions.
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60 Preprogrammed Frequency Ranges - let you search for transmissions within preset frequency ranges or within ranges you set, to reduce search time and select interesting frequencies more quickly.Scan Delay - delays scanning for about 2 seconds be-fore moving to another channel in conventional mode, so you can hear more replies that are made on the same channel.
Priority Channel - you can set the scanner to check one channel every 2 seconds so you do not miss impor-tant calls.
Signal Attenuation (Attenuate) - lets you program each memory to reduce the scanner’s sensitivity to strong local signals, to reduce interference or noise caused by these signals.
Weather Alert - automatically sounds the alarm tone to advise of hazardous weather conditions when it detects the alert signal on the local National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather channel.
Weather SAME Decode - displays the weather event text so you can see the reason for the alert.
Lock out Function - lets you set your scanner to skip over specified channels or frequencies when scanning or searching, and skip over IDs when tracking trunked systems.
Key Lock - lets you lock the scanner’s keys to help prevent accidentally changing the scanner’s programming.
Flexible Antenna with BNC Connector - provides excellent reception and is designed to help prevent antenna breakage.
Memory Backup - keeps the frequencies stored in memory for an extended time even without a battery.
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Three Power Options - let you power the scanner with internal batteries (non-rechargeable batteries or re-chargeable batteries). You can also use an AC adapter (not supplied) or power the scanner in a vehicle using a DC adapter (not supplied).Supplied Police Call Trunking Guide - provides a quick reference to public safety trunking radio systems in the United States.
Your PRO-92 scanner can receive these frequencies:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This de-vice must not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: Mobile use of this scanner is unlawful or requires a permit in some areas. Check the laws in your area.
According to the Federal Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), as amended, you could be fined and possibly imprisoned for intentionally listening to, using, or disclosing the contents of such a transmission unless you have the consent of a party to the communication (unless such activity is otherwise illegal). These laws change from time to time and there might be state or local laws that also affect legal scanner usage.
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Preparation ......................................................10 Power Sources ...................................10 Using Batteries ...............................10 Charging Rechargeable Batteries............... 13 Using AC Power ............................... 14 Using Vehicle Power .......................... 15 Connecting the Antenna ......................... 16 Connecting an Optional Antenna ............... 17 Connecting an Earphone/Headphones .............. 17 Listening Safely ............................. 18 Traffic Safety ............................... 18 Connecting an Extension Speaker ................ 18 Using the Belt Clip ............................ 19 Connecting the Clone Cable ..................... 19Page 7About Your Scanner .................................................... 20 A Look at the Keypad .......................................... 20 A Look at the Display ......................................... 23 Understanding Banks ........................................... 25 Channel Storage Banks ...................................... 25 Search Banks ............................................... 25 Understanding Your PRO-92’s Modes ............................. 28 AM Mode ....................................................... 29 FM Mode ....................................................... 29 Coded Squelch Modes (PL, DPL, and Trunking) ....................................... 29 PL Mode ....................................................... 29 DPL Mode ...................................................... 30 LTR (E. F. Johnson) Mode ...................................... 31 Motorola Mode ................................................. 32 EDACS Mode .................................................... 33
Operation ......................................................... 35 Turning on the Scanner and Setting Squelch .................... 35 Storing Known Frequencies into Channels ....................... 36 Storing Text Tags ............................................. 37 Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel ............................. 37 Assigning a Text Tag to a Bank ................................ 38 Text Input Chart .............................................. 39 Finding and Storing Active Frequencies ........................ 40 Searching a Preprogrammed Frequency Range ..................... 41
Storing a Frequency While Searching for a Specified Channel ................ 42 Changing a Search Range with One of the 60 Preprogrammed Ranges ......... 43 Manually Changing a Search Range ........... 43 Scanning the Channels .......................... 44 Turning Channel-Storage Banks Off and On ........................... 44 Manually Tuning a Frequency .................... 45 Deleting Frequencies from Channels ............. 46 Listening To the Weather Band .................. 46 Listening to a Weather Channel ............. 46 Weather Alert Feature ...................... 47 Special Features ....................................... 48 Using the Delay Function ....................... 48 Locking Out Channels or Frequencies ............ 48 Locking Out Channels ....................... 48 Reviewing the Lock-Out Channels ............ 49 Locking Out Frequencies .................... 49 Reviewing Locked-Out Frequencies ........... 50 Clearing a Locked-Out Frequency ............ 50 Clearing All Lock Out Frequencies in a Search Bank ........................... 50 Priority ....................................... 51 Changing the Receive Mode ...................... 53 Changing the Frequency Step .................... 54 Using the Attenuator ........................... 54 Using the Display Backlight .................... 55 Turning the Key Tone On and Off ................ 55 Using the Keylock .............................. 55 Changing the Display Contrast .................. 56 Cloning the Programmed Data from Scanner to Scanner ........................ 56page 8Trunking Operation ..................................... 57 Understanding Trunking ......................... 57 Programming Trunking Frequencies ............... 58 Programming Fleet Maps ......................... 58 Talk Group ID’s ................................ 60 Storing Talk Group ID’s .................... 60 Talk Group ID Hold ......................... 61 Locking Out Talk Groups ID ................. 62 Reviewing Locked-Out Talk Group ID’s ....... 62
Clearing Talk Group ID’s ................... 62 Clearing All Talk Group ID’s in One Bank ................................ 63 Open and Closed Modes .......................... 63 Changing the Open/Closed Mode .............. 64Page 9A General Guide to Scanning ............................ 65 Guide To Frequencies ........................... 65 US Weather Frequencies ..................... 65 Ham Radio Frequencies ...................... 65 Birdie Frequencies ......................... 65 Guide to the Action Bands ...................... 67 Typical Band Usage ......................... 67 Primary Usage .............................. 67 Band Allocation ................................ 68 Frequency Conversion ........................... 72
Troubleshooting ........................................ 73 Resetting/Initializing the Scanner ............. 75 Resetting the Scanner ...................... 75 Initializing the Scanner ................... 75 Care and Maintenance ........................... 77 Specifications ................................. 78
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Note: You must charge rechargeable batteries before
you use them the first time. See Charging Rechargeable
Batteries on Page 13.
Follow these steps to install the batteries.
1. Press down on the battery compartment cover on the
bottom of the scanner and slide the cover in the
direction of the arrow to remove it.
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2. Pull out and slide the battery holder out of the battery compartment.
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Cautions:
4. Slide the battery holder into the compartment.
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Caution: The battery holder fits only one way. Do
not force it.
5. Replace the cover.
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Warning: Always dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not bury or burn them.
Caution: If you do not plan to use the scanner with batteries for a month or longer, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.
Note: To charge batteries with a DC adapter from a DC power source, you must use RadioShack Cat. No. 273- 1825 and a size H Adaptaplug ® (neither supplied) available at your local RadioShack store. Make sure the adapter’s voltage is set to 10V.
It takes between 14-16 hours to recharge rechargeable batteries that are fully discharged. You can operate the scanner while recharging the rechargeable batteries, but charging takes longer.
Notes:
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Important: This scanner can use nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. At the end of a nickel-cadmium battery's useful life, it must be recycled or disposed of properly. Contact your local, county, or state hazardous waste management authorities for information on recycling or disposal programs in your area or call 1-800-843-7422. Some options that might be available are: municipal curb-side collection, drop-off boxes at retailers such as your local RadioShack store, recycling collection centers, and mail-back programs.
Cautions: You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 9V DC and delivers at least 300 mA. Its center tip must be set to negative and its plug must fit the scanner's PWR DC 9V jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the scanner or the adapter.
Follow these steps to connect the adapter.
1. Connect the Adaptaplug to the adapter’s cord with
the tip set to negative.
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Note: For charging batteries with an optional DC adapter from a DC power source, use RadioShack Cat. No. 273- 1825 and a size H Adaptaplug (available at your local RadioShack store). Make sure the adapter’s voltage is set to 10V.
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1. Align the slots around the antenna’s connector with
the tabs on the ANT jack.
2. Press the antenna down over the jack and turn the
antenna’s base clockwise until it locks into place.
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Follow the installation instructions supplied with the antenna, route the antenna cable to the scanner, then connect it to the ANT jack.
Warning: Use extreme caution when installing or removing an outdoor antenna. If the antenna starts to fall, let it go! It could contact overhead power lines. If the antenna touches a power line, contact with the antenna, mast, cable or guy wires can cause electrocution and death! Call the power company to remove the antenna. Do not attempt to do so yourself.
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Even though some earphones and headphones let you hear some outside sounds when you listen at normal levels, they still can present a traffic hazard.
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A frequency is the receiving signal location (expressed in kHz or MHz). To find active frequencies, you can use the search function.
You can also search the SEARCH banks, which are preprogrammed frequencies in the scanner’s memory (see Searching a Preprogrammed Frequency Range on Page 41 for the frequency list). You can change the SEARCH frequency ranges.
When you find a frequency, you can store it into a programmable memory location called a channel, which is grouped with your other channels in a channel-storage bank. You can then scan the channel-storage banks to see if there is activity on the frequencies stored there. Each time the scanner finds an active frequency, it stays on that channel until the transmission ends. See Trunk-ing Operation on Page 57 for terms related to trunking systems.
Func | Scan | Manual | Trunk | WX |
Pri | Tune | Delay 1 | ABC 2 | DEF 3 |
Text | Att | GHI 4 | JKL 5 | MNO 6 |
Step | ![]() | PQRS 7 | TUV 8 | WXYZ 9 |
Mode | ![]() | 0 | . | CL |
Key/Lit | Search | L/OUT | PGM | ENTER |
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SCAN - scans through the programmed channels.
MANUAL - stops scanning and lets you directly enter a channel number.
TRUNK - stores the trunking ID code or holds the trunk-ing ID while scanning.
WX - scans through the 7 preprogrammed weather channels.
PRI (priority) - sets and turns the priority function on or off.
TEXT - lets you input text. STEP - changes the frequency step or displays step fre-quency during search, selects PL or DPL codes when programming.
MODE - changes the receive mode (AM, FM, PL, DL, LT, MO, ED. See Changing the Receive Mode on Page 53).
(Key pic)LIT (light) - turns on/off the display’s backlight or locks/unlocks the keypad to prevent accidental entries.
TUNE - lets you input a frequency and allows you to fine tune a frequency along with or .
ATT (attenuate) - turns attenuation on to reduce the scanner’s sensitivity, or turns it off to increase it.
«Up Key or »Down Key -selects the search direction during search or tuning to a frequency.
SEARCH - lets you search the ten search banks.
L/OUT (lock out) - lets you lock out a selected channel, lets you skip a specified frequency during search, or lets you lock out a selected ID code.
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ENTER - lets you complete the entry of frequencies and text.
1/DELAY - enters a 1, or programs a 2-second delay for the selected channel/search bank, or inputs characters 0 through 9.
2/ABC - enters a 2, or inputs characters A, B, or C.
3/DEF - enters a 3, or inputs characters D, E, or F.
4/GHI - enters a 4, or inputs characters G, H, or I.
5/JKL - enters a 5, or inputs characters J, K, or L.
6/MNO - enters a 6, or inputs characters M, N, or O.
7/PQRS - enters a 7, or inputs characters P, Q, R, or S.
8/TUV - enters a 8, or inputs characters T, U, or V.
9/WXYZ - enters a 9, or inputs characters W, X, Y, or Z.
0 - enters a zero, or inputs characters., -, #, _, @, +, *, &, /, ', $,%,!,» (,),?, , `, and ^.
CL - clears an incorrect entry.
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The following list shows the 60 pre-programmed service bands
Please click here to view the Scanner Search Tables
PL, DPL and trunking systems all use some form of coded squelch. Coded squelch techniques involve the transmission of a special code signal along with the audio of a radio transmission. A receiver with coded squelch only activates when the received signal has the correct code. This lets many users share a single frequency, and de-creases interference caused by distant transmitters on the same channel.
In all major metropolitan areas of the United States, every available radio channel is assigned to more than one user. Public safety radio systems on the same frequency are usually set up at a distance of forty miles apart, or more. This means that you may hear transmissions from a distant system when your local system is not transmitting. By entering the PL for a local system, and operating the bank in closed mode, the scanner will not stop on transmissions from the distant system.
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PL tones range in frequency from 67 Hz to 254.1 Hz. You select a PL tone by pressing STEP while programming a channel.
When the scanner receives a transmission on a channel set to the DPL mode, it first decodes the DPL code included with the transmission. In the Open mode, the scanner stops on the transmission and displays the DPL code on the bottom line of the display (or displays None if no code is included). In the Closed mode, the scanner only stops on the transmission if the DPL code matches the code that you specified for the channel.
DPL codes range from D017 to D754 (only 100 codes are actually used within this range). You select a DPL code by pressing STEP while programming a channel.
DPL is not as popular as PL, because the effective range of DPL-encoded signals is less than PL.
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AHHUUU
Where:
A = Area code (0 or 1)
H = Home repeater (01 through 20)
U = User ID (000 through 254)
When the scanner receives a transmission on a channel set to the LTR mode, it first decodes the LTR data included with the transmission. In the Open mode, the scanner stops on the transmission and displays the talk group ID on the bottom line of the display. In the Closed mode, the scanner only stops on the transmission if the LTR data matches a talk group ID that you have stored in the bank’s talk group ID list and have not locked out.
LTR systems are frequently programmed so that each radio has a unique ID code.
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In addition, this talk group information is also transmitted as subaudible data on each active channel.
When the scanner receives a transmission on a channel set to the Motorola mode, it first decodes the talk group ID data included with the transmission. In the Open mode, the scanner stops on the transmission and dis-plays the talk group ID on the bottom line of the display. In the Closed mode, the scanner only stops on the trans-mission if the talk group ID matches a talk group ID that you have stored in the bank’s talk group ID list and have not locked out.
Motorola trunking systems come in three flavors: Type I, Type II, and Type I/II Hybrids. Each type displays and uses talk group ID’s in slightly different ways.
Motorola Type I ID’s are in the form FFF-SS, where:
FFF= Fleet ID
SS= Subfleet ID
Type I systems are usually organized with different user groups assigned to different fleets. For example, all po-lice users might be grouped under fleet 000. Then, within each fleet, subfleet ID’s are assigned to subgroups of the main user group.
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Type II systems talk groups are identified by a 5-digit number. Valid talk group IDs are divisible by 16. If you try to enter an invalid talk group ID, the scanner rounds the ID down to the next valid ID.
Type I/II hybrid systems use both fleet-subfleet and 5-dig-it formats for talk group ID’s.
Note: Since the subaudible data is included with every transmission, you can generally receive Motorola sys-tems from further away than when using systems that only decode the data channel (like the EDACS mode). However, as the signal quality worsens, or if the signal is subject to interference, the scanner might not be able to reliably decode the talk group ID. In this case, you might occasionally notice that the talk group ID changes during a transmission.
EDACS frequencies are organized in a specific order. Each frequency is assigned a Logical Channel Number (LCN). For the PRO-92 to correctly switch to an active frequency, you must program the frequencies in LCN order, starting with Memory 01. EDACS talk group ID’s are entered as a 4-digit decimal number from 0000 to 4096.
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Because EDACS scanning requires you to have clear reception of the control channel at all times, EDACS systems tend to have a smaller usable area. An external antenna can greatly improve EDACS scanning in a fringe area. If you are having trouble scanning an EDACS system, try manually selecting the data channel. If you are getting good reception, the scanner will indicate talk group CTR-01. Try changing your location or using an outdoor antenna to improve reception.
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2. To turn on the scanner, turn VOLUME clockwise.
Welcome To Multi-System Trunking
appears on the display. After about 3 seconds, you
hear a hissing sound.
Welcome To Multi-System Trunking |
Notes:
4. To turn off the scanner when you finish, turn VOLUME counterclockwise to OFF.
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Follow these steps to store frequencies into channels.
1. Press MANUAL, enter the channel number where
you want to store a frequency, then press MANUAL
again. M and the channel number appears at the
upper left corner on the display (for example: M100).
2. Press PGM. M changes to P on the display.
3. Use the number keys and (Dot Key). to enter the frequency (including the decimal point) you want to store.
If you make a mistake, hold down CL for about 0.5 seconds to delete a single digit and about 1.5 seconds to delete all digits.
4. Press ENTER to store the frequency into the channel. The blinking cursor disappears.
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5. If necessary, press MODE to change the receiving mode. If you select P-L or DPL, enter the PL or DPL code by pressing STEP (to move through the codes upward) or FUNC then press STEP (to move downward through the codes).
6. If desired, program a text tag for the channel (see Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel).
7. The next channel in sequence is ready for programming. Press PGM and then repeat Steps 3 through 5.
1. Press MANUAL, enter the channel number where you want to enter the text, then press MANUAL again. M and the channel number appear at the upper left corner on the display (for example: M100).
2. Pressing PGM changes M to P on the display.
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4. Enter the text using the numeral keys (see Text Input Chart on Page 39).
Note: If you make a mistake, press or
to move
to the character you want to change.
For example input HAM 6m as follows:
5. Press ENTER to input the text.
2. Select a channel within the desired bank by pressing MANUAL and entering the bank number (000 for bank 0 or 200 for bank 2, for example). Press MANUAL again, then press PGM.
3. Press FUNC then press 6. The cursor appears at the 3rd line on the display. Enter the text using the keypad and press ENTER.
P100 ...D+FM Bank name: » |
Press | To Enter a Character from this Group |
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1 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 0 |
2 | A, B, C |
FUNC 2 | a, b, c |
3 | D, E, F |
FUNC 3 | d, e, f |
4 | G, H, I |
FUNC 4 | g, h, i |
5 | J, K, L |
FUNC 5 | j, k, l |
6 | M, N, O |
FUNC 6 | m, n, o |
7 | P, Q, R, S |
FUNC 7 | p, q, r, s |
8 | T, U, V |
FUNC 8 | t, u, v |
9 | W, X, Y, Z |
FUNC 9 | w, x, y, z |
0 | ., -, #, _, @, +, *, &, /, ' |
FUNC 0 | $,%,!, ^, (,),?, », `, ^ |
. (dot) | Space |
CL | Back Space |
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Search Bank | Search Range (MHz) | Description |
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0 | 460-460.625 | Police |
1 | 153.725-156.000 | Police/Fire |
2 | 462.925-463.175 | Medical |
3 | 118.000-136.00 | Aircraft |
4 | 156.250-157.425 | Marine |
5 | 866.000-868.9875 | 800 MHz |
6 | 50.000-54.000 | 6 Meter Ham |
7 | 144.000-148.000 | 2 Meter Ham |
8 | 440.000-450.000 | 70 cm Ham |
9 | 462.550-462.725 | User Bank |
1. Press SEARCH. The scanner searches active search bank.
¶123456789 Search up.... Priority OFF |
Note: To reverse a search direction, press or
.
2. Using the number keys, enter the search bank number
for each search range you want to select or remove.
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Notes:
1. When the scanner stops on the frequency, press FUNC.
2. Press TUNE.
3. Press MANUAL. Select the specified channel using a number key then press MANUAL again.
4. Press PGM.
5. Press FUNC, then press TUNE to store the frequency.
6. If desired, press SEARCH to return to the search mode.
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1. Press FUNC then press SEARCH to enter search program mode. PSR and the search bank number of the current range appear at the display’s upper left corner.
PSRO....D+PL 460.000 MHz 460.625 MHz 25.0 kHz |
2. Press or
to select the desired search bank you
want to replace.
3. Press FUNC then press 5.?SR and the search bank number appear at the display’s upper left corner.
?SRO....D+AM 118.000 MHz 136.975 MHz Air Band |
Note: After you press FUNC, press 5 within about 3 seconds. Otherwise, begin over at Step 1.
4. Press or
to select the preprogrammed search
range.
5. Press ENTER to replace the search range.
1. Press FUNC then press SEARCH to enter search program mode. PSR and a search bank number appear at the display’s upper left corner.
2. Press or
to select the search bank number.
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4. Use the number keys to enter the higher range you want to search and store, then press ENTER again to store the frequency.
Notes:
Note: You must store frequencies into channels before the scanner can scan them. The scanner does not scan empty channels.
The scanner scans through all channels (except those you have locked out) in the active banks (see Turning Channel-Storage Banks Off and On and Locking Out Channels or Frequencies on Page 48).
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To tune to the frequency, follow these steps:
1. Press TUNE.
2. Use the number keys to enter the frequency.
3. Press ENTER.
4. Press to move up one tuning step. Press to
move down one tuning step. To move up or down in
1 MHz increments, press FUNC then press
or
.
To save the frequency into a channel (bank 9 only),
press FUNC then press ENTER. Stored @ 9xx
appears on the display (xx: channel number).
When the scanner stops on a frequency while searching,
press FUNC then press TUNE. Press or
to tune the
frequency.
Notes:
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2. Use the number keys to enter the channel which has the frequency you want to delete.
3. Press MANUAL again.
4. Press PGM to enter the program mode. M changes to P on the display.
5. Press FUNC.
6. Press CL. The frequency number changes and the display shows 0.0000 MHz.
NOAA and your local weather reporting authority broadcast your local forecast and regional weather information on one or more of these channels.
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The weather service precedes each weather alert with a digitally-encoded SAME signal, then a 1050 Hz tone. The PRO-92 responds to each signal. You can receive weather alerts any of three ways.
Notes:
When it decodes SAME, it displays the specific type of weather event (or Tune to TV or Radio) if it does not recognize the event code. When it detects the 1050 Hz tone, it displays Weather Alert? In either case, the scanner also sounds an alert tone.
To obtain SAME codes, visit the National Weather Service web site at:
http://www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/indexnw.htm#sametable
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Many conversations might have a pause of several seconds between a query and a reply. To avoid missing a reply, you can program a 2-second delay into any of your scanner’s channels. Then, when the scanner stops on the channel, D appears on the display and the scanner continues to monitor the channel for 2 seconds after the transmission stops before it resumes scanning or searching. You can program a 2-second delay in any of three ways.
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To remove the lockout from a channel, manually select the channel and press L/OUT until L disappears from the display.
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1. Press SEARCH to start search.
2. Press FUNC then press L/OUT. The locked-out frequency appear on the display. If the search bank has no locked-out frequency, L-O list is empty. appears on the display.
3. Press FUNC then press to select a search bank
and begin the search for locked out channels within that bank.
4. As you press , the scanner displays all locked-out
frequencies within a bank.
SL-1...D.+PL 155.5800 MHz |
The frequency is unlocked and Unlocked appears on the display for about 2 seconds. Then the next locked-out frequency appears. If all locked out frequencies are cleared within a bank, L-O list is empty. appears on the display.
2. Turn on only one search bank, the one in which you want to clear all locked-out frequencies.
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The scanner is preset to select Channel 00 in Bank 8 as the priority channel. You can program a different channel as the priority channel. Also, you can program a weather channel as the priority channel.
Notes:
Follow these steps to program a channel as the priority channel.
1. Press MANUAL.
2. Use the number keys to enter the channel number you want to program as the priority channel. Then press MANUAL again.
3. Press FUNC then press PRI. Pri appears on the display to the right of the frequency.
M008...D+FM 146.8000 Pri Bank 0 Ch 08 |
Follow these steps to program a weather channel as the priority channel.
1. Press WX.
2. Select the weather channel you want to program as the priority channel.
3. Press FUNC then press PRI. Pri appears on the display to the right of the frequency.
To turn on the priority feature, press PRI while scanning. Priority ON (or Priority WX if you set the priority to a weather channel) appears for about 3 seconds then P appears. The scanner checks the priority channel every 2 seconds. It stays on the channel if there is activity (or if it detects a weather alert tone in priority wx mode), Pri appears and S or M changes to P on the display.
Notes:
To turn off the priority feature, press PRI. Priority OFF appears on the display and P disappears from the display.
Note: The priority channel is always active if it is in the closed mode, regardless of the open or closed setting for the bank. This means that if the priority channel is PL, and has a PL code stored for it, the priority function will not be active unless the priority signal has the matching PL code.
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You can change a receive mode by pressing MODE. The receive mode changes as follows:
Display | Description |
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AM | AM Mode |
FM | FM Mode |
PL | FM Mode, Private Line (with 67.0-254.1 Hz PL code). |
DL | FM Mode, Digital Private Line (with 3-digit DPL code). |
LT | FM Mode, LTR Trunking System (with 6-digit ID code). |
MO | FM Mode, Motorola Trunking System (with a 4- or 5-digit ID code). |
ED | FM Mode, EDACS Trunking System (with 4-digit ID code). |
1. Press SEARCH.
2. Select a bank.
3. Press FUNC then STEP. **PAUSED** displays on Line 3.
4. Press STEP continuously until you reach the desired step.
5. Press FUNC then STEP to return to scanning.
These are the changeable frequency steps your scanner uses for each frequency range.
Range (MHz) | Search Step (kHz) |
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29.000-54.000 | 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100 |
108.000-136.9875 | 12.5, 25, 50, 100 |
137.000-174.000 | 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50, 100 |
380.000-512.000 | 12.5, 25, 50, 100 |
806.000-823.9875 | 12.5, 25, 50, 100 |
849.000-868.9875 | 12.5, 25, 50, 100 |
894.000-960.000 | 12.5, 25, 50, 100 |
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To turn off the attenuator, press ATT again. A disappears from the display.
This setting is stored for each channel.
1. If the scanner is on, turn VOLUME OFF-MAX counter-clockwise until it clicks to turn it off.
2. Turn VOLUME OFF-MAX clockwise to turn it on. Welcome To Multi-System Trunking appears on the display.
3. To turn on the key tone, press 1 while the display shows Welcome To Multi-System Trunking. To turn off the key tone, press 2 while the display shows Welcome To Multi-System Trunking.
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To turn on the keylock, press FUNC then press (KEY)LIT. Keyboard Locked appears on the display for about 1 second. Keyboard Locked appears when you press any key after locking the keypad.
To turn off the keylock, press FUNC then press (KEY)LIT. The scanner beeps once and Keyboard Unlocked appears on the display about 1 second.
4. Press ENTER to set the display contrast.
1. Turn on both scanners.
2. Connect the supplied clone cable to each scanner’s PC-IF jack. CLONE MODE UP to send, remove cable to exit appears.
3. Press . Yes=1, No=Other appears.
4. Press 1 to send the data to the other unit or press any other key to cancel the operation.
The scanner sends the data. To exit the clone mode, re-move the cable.
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Trunking group frequencies are included in the supplied Police Call Trunking Guide. Frequency fleet map and talk group information is also widely available on the Internet, including at www.trunkscanner.com.
Trunked systems allow more groups of 2-way radio users to use fewer frequencies. Instead of selecting a specific frequency to transmit on, a trunked system chooses one of several frequencies when the 2-way radio user presses PTT (push to talk). The system automatically transmits the call on that frequency, and also sends a code that identifies that 2-way radio user’s transmission on a control channel.
This scanner lets you easily hear both the call and response transmissions for that 2-way radio user and therefore follow the conversation. For Motorola and LTR systems, the scanner uses the subaudible data sent with each transmission to identify talk groups. For EDACS, the scanner monitors the control channel between each transmission to identify talk groups.
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Notes:
1. Press PGM and select the bank, then press TRUNK to enter the ID program mode.
2. Press MODE to select LT for EF Johnson, MO for Motorola or ED for EDACS (GE-Ericsson) system to scan. This sets the talk group ID decoding method to be used for the bank.
Note: If you programmed a Motorola Type I or Hybrid system, see Programming Fleet Maps.
Fleet maps are included along with other information about Motorola Type I systems on the Internet. To program the fleet map:
1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK.
3. Press FUNC, or
to select the bank.
4. Press FUNC.
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Block 0 Size Code use 15 for type II, S-00 |
B L O C K | SIZE CODE | |||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
0 | S11 | S4 | S4 | S12 | S4 | S3 | S10 | S1 |
1 | S11 | S4 | S4 | - | S4 | S10 | S10 | S1 |
2 | S11 | S4 | S4 | S4 | S12 | S4 | S11 | S2 |
3 | S11 | S4 | S4 | S4 | - | S4 | S4 | S2 |
4 | S11 | S4 | S4 | S4 | S4 | S12 | S4 | S3 |
5 | S11 | S4 | S4 | S4 | S4 | - | S4 | S3 |
6 | S11 | S4 | S12 | S4 | S4 | S12 | S4 | S4 |
7 | S11 | S4 | - | S4 | S4 | - | S4 | S4 |
B L O C K | SIZE CODE | |||||||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | |
0 | S4 | S0 | S4 | S0 | S3 | S4 | S4 | S3 |
1 | S4 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S3 | S3 | S4 | S10 |
2 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S11 | S10 | S4 | S10 |
3 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S4 | S4 | S11 | S11 |
4 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S4 | S4 | S11 | S0 |
5 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S4 | S0 | S0 |
6 | S0 | S4 | S0 | S0 | S0 | S12 | S12 | S12 |
7 | S0 | S4 | S0 | S4 | S0 | - | - | - |
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Note: The default setting of the bank is for Motorola Type II. However, after you set Type I and if you want to return to Type II, press 15 at Step 5.
8. To confirm the input, repeat Steps 1-6 and press ENTER. Each time you press ENTER, you confirm the size code. If you find an error, press CL and begin again at Step 1.
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Follow these steps to manually store talk group ID’s or to edit a stored ID.
1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK.
3. To select the bank you want to store the ID to, press
FUNC, then press or
.
4. Press MODE to select LT, MO, or ED.
5. Enter the talk group ID and press ENTER. If necessary, use the decimal point for a hyphen.
Note: If you made a mistake in Step 4, Invalid ID. appears and the scanner beeps when you press ENTER. Start again at Step 3.
6. Press TEXT and enter the text tag for the ID and press ENTER.
7. To store the next ID memory in sequence, press
and repeat Steps 4 and 5 to enter more IDs.
8. Press SCAN to start scanning.
S208S...D.+MO 850.6625 MHz BANK 2 Ch 08 ID Hold ON. |
To release ID hold ON., press SCAN or TRUNK.
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To lock out a talk group ID, follow these steps:
1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK.
3. Press FUNC, or
to move the desired bank.
4. Press or
to select the ID memory.
5. Press L/OUT to lock out the ID. L appears on the display.
6. To remove the lock out from trunking ID, manually select the ID memory, and press L/OUT until L disappears from the display.
1. Press PGM then press TRUNK.
2. Press FUNC then press L/OUT. The locked out ID appears on the display. If the ID memory bank has no locked out ID, you hear the low beep tone.
3. Press FUNC then press or
to select a search
bank. Or, just press
or
to search for any
lockout ID’s in a bank.
2. Press FUNC, or
to select ID memory.
3. Press FUNC then press CL.
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1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK to enter a talk group ID memory mode.
3. Select a talk group ID bank using FUNC, or
. 4. Press FUNC, then press 3. Confirm list clear ?1=YES Press other key for NO. appears on the display.
5. Press 1 to clear the all talk group ID’s within a bank.
Note: To cancel the deletion, press any key except 1. Please wait List cleared appears on the display and the scanner returns to the talk group ID memory mode.
Note: When you select a channel manually, any transmission opens squelch, regardless of the current mode.
S005S...D.-FM 146.5000 MHz BANK 0 Ch 05 |
When no ID code is programmed into the scanner, it receives the signal in PL, DPL, LTR, MOT, or ED mode without regarding the open or closed mode. The scanner displays the detected ID code.
Mode | Open | Closed |
---|---|---|
PL and DPL | Accepts any PL and DPL. Displays the received tone. | Accepts only the PL or DPL stored in the channel. | MOT/ED/LTR | Stops on any transmission. If the ID is stored, displays the text tag, otherwise displays the talk group ID. | Only stops on transmission if the ID is stored. Displays the text tag. |
1. Press MANUAL.
2. To select the channel-storage bank, press FUNC and
or
.
3. Press FUNC then press 2. Bank OPEN or Bank CLOSED appears. 4. After that message disappears, the 10th right most digit at the top of the line of the display changes from + to - or - to +.
5. Repeat Steps 2-4 for each bank.
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Wavelength | Frequencies (MHz) |
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10-Meter | 29.000-29.700 | 6-Meter | 50.000-54.000 | 2-Meter | 144.000-148.000 | 70-cm | 420.000-450.000 | 33-cm | 902.000-928.000 |
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29.0000 | 147.7650 | 415.3375 | 475.2375 |
31.9500 | 150.1500 | 419.3375 | 479.2375 |
32.1000 | 151.7600 | 423.3250 | 483.2250 |
35.9400 | 155.7500 | 427.3125 | 487.2250 |
38.4000 | 159.7450 | 429.0500 | 491.2125 |
42.9750 | 163.7400 | 431.3125 | 495.2125 |
43.9300 | 167.7300 | 435.3000 | 499.2000 |
47.9250 | 171.5500 | 439.3000 | 503.2000 |
49.9200 | 383.3875 | 443.2875 | 507.1875 |
51.9150 | 387.3750 | 447.2875 | 511.1875 |
54.0000 | 391.3750 | 451.2750 | 814.7000 |
108.0000 | 395.3750 | 455.2750 | 818.0125 |
115.8125 | 399.3625 | 459.2625 | 820.1125 |
123.8000 | 403.3625 | 463.2625 | 823.2625 |
131.7875 | 407.3500 | 467.2500 | 944.0500 |
139.7750 | 411.3500 | 471.2500 | 960.0000 |
143.7700 |
To find the birdies in your scanner, begin by disconnect-ing the antenna and moving it away from the scanner. Make sure that no other nearby radio or TV sets are turned on near the scanner. Use the search function and scan every frequency range from its lowest frequency to the highest. Occasionally, the searching will stop as if it had found a signal, often without any sound. This is a birdie. Make a list of all the birdies in you scanner for fu-ture reference.
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Low Range 29.00-50.00 MHz
6-Meter Amateur 50.00-54.00 MHz
U.S. Government 137.00-144.00 MHz
2-Meter Amateur 144.000-148.00 MHz
High Range 148.00-174.00 MHz
UHF Band Military Aircraft 380.00-384.00 MHz
U.S. Government 406.00-420.00 MHz
70-cm Amateur 420.00-450.00 MHz
Low Range 450.00-470.00 MHz
FM-TV Audio Broadcast, Wide Band 470.000-512.00 MHz
800 Band Law Enforcement 806.00-824.00 MHz
Conventional Systems 851.00-856.00 MHz
Conventional/Trunked Systems 856.00-861.00MHz
Public Safety 866.00-869.00 MHz
Trunked Private/General 894.00-960.00 MHz
VHF Band
Activities Frequencies
Government, Police, and Fire 153.785-155.980 MHz
Emergency Services 158.730-159.460 MHz
Railroad 160.000-161.900 MHz
UHF Band
Activities Frequencies
Land-Mobile Paired Frequencies 450.000-470.000 MHz
Base Stations 451.025-454.950 MHz
Mobile Units 456.025-459.950 MHz
Repeater Units 460.025-464.975 MHz
Control Stations 465.025-469.975 MHz
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AIR . . . . . . . . . Aircraft BIFC . . . . . . . . . Boise (ID) Interagency Fire Cache BUS. . . . . . . . . . Business CAP. . . . . . . . . . Civil Air Patrol CCA. . . . . . . . . . Common Carrier CSB. . . . . . . . . . Conventional Systems CTSB. . . . . . . . . Conventional/Trunked Systems FIRE . . . . . . . . . Fire Department HAM . . . . . . . . . Amateur (Ham) Radio GOVT . . . . . . . . . Federal Government GMR . . . . . . . . . General Mobile Radio GTR . . . . . . . . . General Trunked IND . . . . . . . . . Industrial Services (Manufacturing, Construction, Farming and Forest Products) MAR . . . . . . . . Military Amateur Radio MARI . . . . . . . . . Maritime Limited Coast (Coast Guard, Marine Telephone,) Shipboard Radio and Private Stations) MARS . . . . . . . . . Military Affiliate Radio System MED . . . . . . . . . Emergency/Medical Services MIL . . . . . . . . . U.S. Military MOV . . . . . . . . . Motion Picture/Video Industry NEW . . . . . . . . . New Mobile Narrow NEWS . . . . . . . . . Relay Press (Newspaper Reporters) OIL. . . . . . . . . . Oil/Petroleum Industry POL . . . . . . . . . Police Department PUB. . . . . . . . . . Public Services (Public Safety, Local Government and Forestry Conservation) PSB . . . . . . . . . Public Safety PTR . . . . . . . . . Private Trunked ROAD . . . . . . . . . Road & Highway Maintenance RTV . . . . . . . . . Radio/TV Remote Broadcast Pickup TAXI. . . . . . . . . Taxi Services TELB . . . . . . . . . Mobile Telephone TELC . . . . . . . . . Cordless Phones TELM. . . . . . . . . Telephone Maintenance TOW. . . . . . . . . . Tow Trucks TRAN . . . . . . . . . Transportation Services (Trucks, Tow Trucks, Buses, Railroad, Other) TSB . . . . . . . . . Trunked Systems TVn. . . . . . . . . . FM-TV Audio Broadcast USXX . . . . . . . . . Government Classified UTIL . . . . . . . . . Power & Water Utilities WTHR . . . . . . . . . WeatherPage 68
HIGH FREQUENCY (HF) 10-Meter Amateur Band 29.000-29.700 .. . . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . HAMPage 69VERY HIGH FREQUENCY (VHF) VHF Low Band (29-50 MHz in 5 kHz steps) 29.900-30.550 . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 30.580-31.980 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . IND, PUB 32.000-32.990 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 33.020-33.980 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . BUS, IND, PUB 34.010-34.990 . . . . . ...... . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 35.020-35.980 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . BUS, PUB, IND, TELM 36.000-36.230 . . . . . .......... . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 36.250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Spill Cleanup 36.270-36.990 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 37.020-37.980 . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . . . PUB, IND 38.000-39.000 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 39.020-39.980 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . PUB 40.000-42.000 . . . . . ............ . . . . . . GOVT, MIL, MARI 42.020-42.940 . . . . . .. . . ..... . . . . . . POL 42.960-43.180 . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . .IND 43.220-43.680 . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . TELM, IND, PUB 43.700-44.600 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . TRAN 44.620-46.580 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . POL, PUB 46.600-46.990 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . GOVT, TELC 47.020-47.400 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . PUB 47.420 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . American Red Cross 47.440-49.580 . . . . . . . . . . .... . . . . . IND, PUB 49.610-49.990 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . MIL, TELC 6-Meter Amateur Band (50-54 MHz) 50.000-54.000 . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . HAM Aircraft Band (108-137 MHz) 108.00-121.490 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AIR 121.500 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . AIR Emergency 121.510-136.975 . . . . . . . . . ...... . . . . AIR U.S. Government Band (137-144 MHz) 137.000-144.000 . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 2-Meter Amateur Band (144-148 MHz) 144.000-148.000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HAM
VHF High Band (148-174 MHz) 148.050-150.345 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CAP, MAR, MIL 150.775-150.790 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MED 150.815-150.980 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOW, Oil Spill Cleanup 150.995-151.475 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ROAD, POL 151.490-151.955 . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . IND, BUS 151.985 . . . . . . . ............... . . . . . TELM 152.0075 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MED 152.030-152.240 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TELB 152.270-152.480 . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . .IND, TAXI, BUS 152.510-152.840 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TELB 152.870-153.020 . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . IND, MOV 153.035-153.725 . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . IND, OIL, UTIL 153.740-154.445 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PUB, FIRE 154.490-154.570 . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . IND, BUS 154.585 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Oil Spill Cleanup 154.600-154.625 . . . . ....... . . . . . . . . BUS 154.655-156.240 . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . MED, ROAD, POL, PUB 156.255-157.425 . . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . OIL, MARI 157.450 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....... . . MED 157.470-157.515 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TOW 157.530-157.725 . . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . IND, TAXI 157.740 . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . BUS 157.770-158.100 . . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . TELB 158.130-158.460 . . . . . . . ......... . . . . BUS, IND, OIL, TELM, UTIL 158.490-158.700 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TELB 158.730-159.465 . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . POL, PUB, ROAD 159.480 . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . OIL 159.495-161.565 . . . . ..... . . . . . . . . . TRAN 161.580-162.000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . OIL, MARI, RTV 162.0125-162.350 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL, USXX 162.400-162.550 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WTHR 162.5625-162.6375 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL, USXX 162.6625 . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . MED 162.6875-163.225 . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL, USXX 163.250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MED 163.275-166.225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL, USXX 166.250 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, RTV, FIRE 166.275-169.400 . . . . . . . ..... . . . . . . GOVT, BIFC 169.445-169.505 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless Mikes, GOVT 169.550-169.9875 . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . GOVT, MIL, USXX 170.000-170.150 . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . BIFC, GOVT, RTV, FIRE 170.175-170.225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT 170.245-170.305 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless Mikes 170.350-170.400 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, MIL 170.425-170.450 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BIFC 170.475 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PUB 170.4875-173.175 . . . . . . . ............ . . GOVT, PUB, Wireless Mikes 173.225-173.5375 . . . . . . . . . . . .... . . MOV, NEWS, UTIL, MIL 173.5625-173.5875 . . . . . . . . . ......... . MIL, Medical/Crash Crews 173.600-173.9875 . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVTPage 70
ULTRA HIGH FREQUENCY (UHF) U. S. Government Band (406-420 MHz) 406.125-419.975 . ..... . . . . . . . . . . . . GOVT, USXX 70-cm Amateur Band (420-450 MHz) 420.000-450.000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HAM Low Band (450-470 MHz) 450.050-450.925 . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . RTV 451.025-452.025 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IND, OIL, TELM, UTIL 452.0375-453.00 . . . . . . ............. . . . IND, TAXI, TRAN TOW, NEWS 453.0125-454.000 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . PUB, OIL 454.025-454.975 . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . TELB 455.050-455.925 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RTV 457.525-457.600 . . . . . . ....... . . . . . . BUS 458.025-458.175 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MED 460.0125-460.6375 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FIRE, POL, PUB 460.650-462.175 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BUS 462.1875-462.450 . . . . . .... . . . . . . . . BUS, IND 462.4625-462.525 . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . IND, OIL, TELM, UTIL 462.550-462.925 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GMR, BUS 462.9375-463.1875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MED 463.200-467.925 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BUS FM-TV Audio Broadcast, UHF Wide Band (470-512 MHz) (Channels 14 through 69 in 6 MHz steps) 475.750 . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 14 481.750 . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 15 487.750 . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 16 493.750 . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 17 499.750 . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 18 505.750 . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 19 511.750. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Channel 20 Note: Some cities use the 470-512 MHz band for land/mobile service. Conventional Systems Band Locally Assigned 851.0125-855.9875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . CSB Conventional/Trunked Systems Band Locally Assigned 856.0125-860.9875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . CTSB Trunked Systems Band Locally Assigned 861.0125-865.9875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . TSB Public Safety Band Locally Assigned 866.0125-868.9875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . PSB 33-Centimeter Amateur Band (902-928 MHz) 902.000-928.000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . HAMPage 71
Private Trunked Band 935.0125-939.9875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .PTR General Trunked Band 940.0125-940.9875 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GTR
1 MHz (million) = 1,000 kHz (thousand)
To convert MHz to kHz, multiply the number of megahertz by 1,000:
30.62 (MHz) X 1000 = 30,620 kHz
To convert from kHz to MHz, divide the number of kilohertz by 1,000:
127,800 (kHz) / 1000 = 127.8 MHz
To convert MHz to meters, divide 300 by the number of megahertz:
300 / 50 MHz = 6 meters
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Problem | Possible Cause | Remedy |
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Scanner is on but will not scan. | SQUELCH is not adjusted correctly. | Turn SQUELCH clock-wise. See Turning on the Scanner and Setting Squelch on Page 35. |
Scanner is totally inoperable. | No Power | Check the batteries or make sure the AC adapter or DC adapter is connected properly. |
Scanner is totally inoperable. | No Power | Recharge the rechargeable batteries or replace the non-rechargeable batteries. |
Scanner is totally inoperable. | The AC adapter or DC adapter is not connected. | Be sure the adapters barrel plug is fully plugged into the PWR DC 9V jack. |
Scanner is totally inoperable. | The batteries may be improperly installed. | Make sure the batteries are properly installed according to polarity markings on the battery holder. |
Poor or no Reception | An antenna is not connected or connected incorrectly. | Make sure an antenna is connected to the scanner. |
Poor or no Reception | Programmed frequencies are the same as birdie frequencies. | Avoid programming birdie frequencies or only select them manually. See Birdie Frequencies on Page 65. |
Keypad does not work. | Keylock is turned on. | Turn off keylock. |
In the scan mode, the scanner locks on frequencies that have an unclear transmission. | Stored frequencies are the same as birdie frequencies. | Avoid storing birdie frequencies or only select them manually. See Birdie Frequencies on Page 65. |
Keys do not work or display changes. | Undetermined error. | Turn the scanner off then on again, or reset the scanner. See Resetting/Initializing the Scanner on Page 75. |
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Important: If you have problems with the scanner, first try to reset it to retain all memory. If that does not work, you can initialize the scanner; however, initializing clears all information stored in the scanner’s memory.
2. Insert a pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip, into the reset opening on the side of the scanner. Then gently press and release the reset button inside the opening and the backlight lights.
Note: Pressing RESET does not clear the scanner’s memory.
Initializing the Scanner
Important: This procedure clears all information you stored in the scanners memory. Initialize the scanner only when you are sure the scanner is not working properly.
1. Turn off the scanner, then turn it on again. Welcome To Multi-System Trunking appears on the display.
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Note: Do not turn off the scanner until the initialization is complete and Welcome To Multi-System Trunking appears again.
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Keep the scanner dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids can contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.
Use only batteries of the recommended size and type. Always remove old and weak batteries. They can leak chemicals that de-stroy electronic circuits.
Handle the scanner gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the scanner to work improperly.
Use and store the scanner only in normal temperature environments. Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, damage batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.
Keep the scanner away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature wear of parts. Wipe the scanner with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to clean the scanner.
Modifying or tampering with the scanner’s internal com-ponents can cause a malfunction, invalidate your scanner’s warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it. If your scanner is not operating as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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Frequency Coverage: Ham .................. 29-30 MHz (in 5 kHz steps) VHF Lo ............... 30-50 MHz (in 5 kHz steps) Ham .................. 50-54 MHz (in 5 kHz steps) Aircraft ............. 108-136.9875 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) Government ........... 137-144 MHz (in 5 kHz steps) Ham .................. 144-148 MHz (in 5 kHz steps) VHF Hi ............... 148-174 MHz (in 5 kHz steps) Ham/Government ....... 380-450 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) UHF Lo ............... 450-470 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) UHF T ................ 470-512 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) UHF Hi ............... 806-823.9875 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) 849-868.9875 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) 894-960 MHz (in 12.5 kHz steps) Channels of Operation ...... 500 (50 Channels x 10 Banks,1000 Trunking ID Memories) Number of Banks ............ 10 Sensitivity (20dB S/N): FM: 29-54 MHz .............................. 0.3 mV 108-136.9875 MHz ....................... 0.3 mV 137-174 MHz ............................ 0.5 mV 380-512 MHz ............................ 0.5 mV 806-960 MHz ............................ 0.7 mV AM: 29-54 MHz .............................. 1 mV 108-136.9875 MHz ....................... 1 mV 137-174 MHz ............................ 1.5 mV 380-512 MHz ............................ 2 mV 806-960 MHz ............................ 2 mV Selectivity: -6 dB .................................. ±10 kHz -50 dB ................................. ±18 kHz Spurious Rejection (at 154 MHz FM) ..... 40 dB Scanning Rate .......................... Up to 25 Channels per SecondPage 78
Search Rate ......................... Up to 50 Steps per second Delay Time .......................... 2 seconds Intermediate Frequencies (IF): 1st ..................................257.5 MHz 2nd ..................................21.4 MHz 3rd ................................. 455 kHz Priority Sampling ................... 2 seconds Operating Temperature ............... 14°-140°F (10°-60°C) IF Rejection: 257.5 MHz at 154 MHz ................ 60 dB 21.4 MHz at 154 MHz ................. 100 dB Squelch Sensitivity: Threshold (FM and AM) ............... 0.5 mV Tight (FM) .......................... 25 dB Tight (AM) .......................... 20 dB Antenna Impedance ................... 50 Ohms Audio Output Power (10% THD) ........ 240 mW Built-in Speaker .................... 1 3 /8 Inches (36 mm) (8-Ohm, Dynamic Type) Power Requirements: 9V DC 6 AA Alkaline Batteries or 6 AA Rechargeable Ni-Cd Batteries Current Drain (Squelched) ........... 90 mA Dimensions (HWD) .................... 6 1 /4 ´ 2 3 /8 ´ 1 3 /4 Inches (160 ´ 61 ´ 45 mm) Weight (w/o antenna and batteries) .. 9.9 oz (280 g) Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice.Page 79
Limited One-Year WarrantyPage 80This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one (1) year from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized Ra-dioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, Ra-dioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FIT-NESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PER-SON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAM-AGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WAR-RANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULT-ING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN AD-VISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any Ra-dioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and la-bor; (b) replace the product with one of the same or similar design; or (c) re-fund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or recon-ditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the re-mainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or re-placement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attribut-able to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transpor-tation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installa-tion, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102 We Service What We Sell 04/99 RadioShack A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth, Texas 76102 Manual Created from the RS PRO-92 Manual PDF Format on Oct 23, 1999 by Gunbunny