Cat 20-527 PRO-97 1,000 Channel Triple Trunking Hand Held Scanner Please read this user's guide before installing, setting up and using your new product www.radioshack.com Contents Thank you for purchasing your Pro-97 1,000 channel tripple trunking hand held scanner from RadioShack. Your hand held scanner is one of a new generation of scanners designed to track Motorola® Type I and II (such as Smartnet® and Privacy Plus®) and hybrid analog trunking systems, GEEricsson (EDACS®) type systems, and EF Johnson (LTR) type systems which are extensively used in many communication systems. user's guide · quick start guide · preprogrammed frequency addendum Belt clip Scanner Antenna Nonrechargeable battery holder Rechargeable battery holder 2 The Basics contents your scanner's controls power sources using batteries charging rechargeable batteries using AC power using vehicle battery power connecting an earphone/headphones listening safely traffic safety connecting an extension speaker connecting the supplied antenna connecting an optional external antenna using the belt clip transferring data to or from another scanner or PC 7 12 12 14 15 16 16 17 17 17 18 18 19 19 quick start understanding your scanner's modes AM mode FM mode CTCSS (CT) mode DCS (DC) mode Motorola mode EDACS mode LTR mode open and closed modes 20 20 20 21 21 21 22 24 25 26 setting up your scanner turning on the scanner and setting squelch storing known frequencies into channels 28 28 29 CTCSS and DCS storing trunking frequencies into channels 31 33 3 The Basics storing text tags assigning a text tag to a channel assigning a text tag to a group ID assigning a tex tage to a bank text input chart 34 34 35 35 36 finding and storing active frequencies searching a preprogrammed frequency range band charts search bank: SR0 marine band search bank: SR1 CB band search bank: SR2 FRS/GMRS/MURS band search bank: SR3 police/fire band search bank: SR4 aircraft search bank: SR5 amateur band search bank: SR6 programmable limit search searching active frequencies in a range manually tuning a frequency listening to the weather band listening to a weather channel SAME standby mode WX Alert and beep tone confirmation Skywarn using frequency copy copying a frequency into a specified channel copying a frequency into an empty channel within a bank copying a frequency into the priority channel Signal Stalker II using Signal Stalker II using Signal Stalker II with lockout scanning channels turning channel-starage banks off and on monitoring a single channel/power save circuit 37 37 38 38 40 40 41 42 43 43 43 45 45 46 46 47 48 48 48 49 50 50 51 51 52 52 53 4 The Basics using CTCSS and DCS deleting frequencies from channels deleting all frequencies in a channel bank using dealy locking out channels or frequencies locking out channels reviewing locked-out channels locking out frequencies reviewing locked-out frequencies clearing a locked-out frequency clearing all locked-out frequencies in a search bank priority changing the receive mode using the attenuator turning the key tone on and off using the display/key backlight using the keylock changing the display contrast cloning the programmed data 53 54 54 55 55 55 56 56 56 57 57 57 59 60 61 61 63 63 64 trunking how trunking works setting squelch for trunking mode programming trunking frequencies programming Motorola trunking systems (UHF-Lo) programming Motorola trunking systems (800 MHz) programming fleet maps talk group IDs storing talk group IDs talk group ID hold turning an ID sub-bank on or off locking out talk group IDs delay function in ID indication mode reviewing locked-out talk group IDs 65 65 67 67 69 71 71 73 73 76 76 77 77 78 5 The Basics clearing talk group IDs clearing all talk group IDs in a single bank changing the open/closed mode 78 78 79 care service and repair birdie frquencies 80 80 80 specifications initializing your scanner 81 84 The FCC wants you to know scanning legally 85 85 glossary FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) warranty 86 87 88 Hypersearch, Hyperscan, and Adaptaplug are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation. Motorola, Smartnet, ASTRO and Privacy Plus are registered trademarks of Motorla Inc. EDACS is a registered trademark of MA-COM Inc. LTR is a registered trademark of EF Johnson. 6 The Basics your scanner's controls SCAN/ -- scans through the programmed channels, or activates the Signal Stalker II function. FUNC (function) -- lets you use various functions by pressing this key in combination with other keys. MAN -- stops scanning and lets you directly enter a channel number. TRUNK -- stores the trunking ID code or holds the trunking ID while scanning. WX/ -- scans through the seven preprogrammed weather channels, or jumps to a Skywarn channel you programmed (997-999). PRI (Priority) -- sets and turns the priority function on or off. TEXT -- lets you input text. PSE -- stops search. MODE -- changes the receive mode (AM, FM, CT, DC, MO, ED, LT). / -- turns on/off the backlight, or when used with FUNC locks/unlocks the keypad to prevent accidental entries. 7 The Basics TUNE -- lets you input a frequency and allows you to fine tune a frequency along with e or d. ATT (Attenuate) -- turns attenuation on to reduce the scanner's sensitivity and block extremely strong signals, or turns it off to return the sensitivity to normal. e or d -- selects the scan or search direction. SRCH -- lets you search the seven search banks. L/OUT (Lock Out) -- lets you lock out a selected channel, skip a specified frequency during search, or lock out a selected ID code. PGM (Program) -- programs frequencies into channels. ENT -- completes the entry of frequencies and text. 8 The Basics 1 -- enters a 1, or inputs characters 0 through 9 in text mode. 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 an 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 ., -, #, _, @, +, *, &, /, ,, $, %, !, ^, (, ), ?, ~, `, or . ./DELAY -- enters a decimal point (necessary when programming frequencies), space, or programs delay time for the selected channel/search bank, or enters a hyphen (in trunking ID setting). CL (Clear) -- clears an incorrect entry. 9 The Basics PWR DC 9V -- connect a power source here. PC/IF -- connect an optional PC interface cable here to use the scanner with your computer. 10 The Basics ANT -- connect the supplied antenna or an external antenna here. -- connect an earphone or headphone here. OFF VOL/SQ -- turn the scanner on or off and adjust the squelch. 11 The Basics power sources You can power your scanner from any of these sources: · · · Notes internal non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries (not supplied ­ see "Using Batteries"). standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter ­ see "Using AC Power"). vehicle power (with an optional DC adapter ­ see "Using Vehicle Battery Power"). Connecting an AC or DC adapter to the scanner disconnects internal batteries when you use the supplied non-rechargeable battery holder, but it does not disconnect internal batteries when you use the supplied rechargeable battery holder. If you install the rechargeable battery holder, you can operate the scanner and recharge the rechargeable batteries at the same time. See "Using Batteries" and "Charging Rechargeable Batteries". If the scanner stops working properly after connecting it to power, try resetting it. See "Initializing the Scanner". You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them the first time. See "Charging Rechargeable Batteries". using batteries You can power the scanner with four AA batteries (not supplied). For the longest operation and best performance, we recommend alkaline batteries, available at your local RadioShack store. You can use either the supplied non-rechargeable battery holder (black), or the supplied rechargeable battery holder (yellow). If you use the rechargeable battery holder, we 12 The Basics recommend RadioShack nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries. You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them the first time. See "Charging Rechargeable Batteries". Warning! Never install non-rechargeable batteries in the rechargeable yellow battery holder. Non-Rechargeable batteries can get hot or explode if you try to recharge them. The battery holder fits only one way. Do not force it. Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type. Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that destroy electronic circuits. Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (alkaline or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. 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. Follow these steps to install the batteries. 1. Press in on the battery compartment cover on the back of the scanner and slide the cover down to remove it. 2. Pull the battery holder out of the battery compartment. 3. If you are using non-rechargeable batteries, place them into the black holder, as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked on the holder. If you are using rechargeable batteries, place them into the yellow holder as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked on the holder. Notes 4. Place the battery holder into the battery compartment. 13 The Basics 5. Replace the cover. When battery power is low, Low battery! appears and the scanner beeps continuously. When battery power is depleted, the scanner turns itself off. Replace all four non-rechargeable batteries, or recharge the rechargeable batteries. See "Charging Rechargeable Batteries". Notes Always dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not bury or burn them. 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. charging rechargeable batteries Your scanner has a built-in charging circuit that lets you charge nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) or nickel cadmium (NiCD) rechargeable batteries (not supplied) while they are in the scanner. To charge rechargeable batteries, connect an appropriate AC or DC adapter to the PWR DC 9V jack. For best results we recommend RadioShack rechargeable nickelmetal hydride (Ni-MH) 1600 mAh batteries. Notes The EPA certified RBRC© Battery Recycling Seal on the nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cd) battery indicates RadioShack is voluntarily participating in an industry program to collect and recycle these batteries at the end of their useful life, when taken out of service in the United States or Canada. The RBRC program provides a convenient alternative to placing used Ni-Cd batteries into the trash or the municipal waste stream, which may be illegal in your area. Please call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for information on Ni-Cd battery recycling and disposal bans/restrictions in your area. RadioShack's involvement in this program is part of the company's commitment to preserving our environment and conserving our natural resources. 14 The Basics It takes about 16 hours to recharge fully discharged 1600 mAh Ni-MH rechargeable batteries. You can operate the scanner while recharging the rechargeable batteries, but charging takes longer. Notes The scanner can also charge Ni-Cd batteries. 600 mAh batteries require 6 hours and 850 mAh batteries require 8 hours to charge. When you charge rechargeable batteries, do not overcharge them. Overcharging shortens battery life. Rechargeable batteries last longer and deliver more power if you let them fully discharge once a month. To do this, use the scanner until Low battery! appears. Then fully charge the rechargeable batteries. using AC power You can power the scanner using a 9V, 300 mA AC adapter and a size C Adaptaplug (neither supplied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store. 1. Connect the Adaptaplug to the adapter's cord with the tip set to positive. You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 9V Notes DC and delivers at least 300 mA. Its center tip must be set to positive 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. 2. Plug the adapter's barrel plug into the scanner's PWR DC 9V jack. 3. Plug the adapter's two-prong plug into an AC outlet. 15 The Basics using vehicle battery power You can power the scanner from a vehicle's 12V power source (such as cigarette-lighter socket) using a 9V, 300 mA DC adapter and a size C Ada ...