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OWNER’S MANUAL —Please read before using this equipment.
PRO-96 DigitalTrunking Scanner
Catalog # 20-526
www.radioshack.comSM
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Thank you forpurchasing theRadioShack PRO-96Digital HandheldScanner. This productis the first of aninnovative and excitingnew generation ofRadioShack scanningreceivers capable ofreceiving Phase 1APCO-25 C4FM/IMBEdigital voicemodulation from thenewest and mostsophisticatedconventional andtrunked radionetworks.
Your Radio ShackDigital HandheldScanner is ready toreceive digitalconventional andtrunked radiotransmissions. Noadditional hardware oradd-on cards areneeded.
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TABLE OF CONTENTSFeatures ................................................................................... 4The FCC Wants You to Know ................................................. 10
Scanning Legally ............................................................... 11Getting Familiar With Your Scanner ....................................... 12
About the Keypad .............................................................. 14Understanding Your Scanner’s Memory Organization ...... 16Channel Storage Banks ..................................................... 17Channels ........................................................................... 18Search Banks .................................................................... 18Understanding Your Scanner’s Channel Receive Modes .. 19
Preparation ............................................................................. 24Listening Safely ................................................................. 24Traffic Safety ...................................................................... 25Power Sources .................................................................. 25Using Batteries .................................................................. 26Using AC Power ................................................................ 27Using Vehicle Battery Power ............................................. 28Antenna ............................................................................. 28
Programming Your Scanner ................................................... 30Programming Conventional Channels ............................... 30Programming Trunked Systems ........................................ 32Programming Motorola Analog, Digital,and APCO-25 Trunking Systems ....................................... 33Programming EDACS Trunking Systems .......................... 34Programming Motorola VHF and UHF Trunking Systems . 34Programming Motorola 800 MHz Splinter Systems ........... 36General Programming Notes ............................................. 45
Operating Your Scanner ......................................................... 48Initial Preparation ............................................................... 48Searching and Tuning ....................................................... 52Searching a Preprogrammed Frequency Range ............... 52Using Zeromatic ................................................................ 59Using Seek Search ............................................................ 60Manually Tuning a Frequency ........................................... 61
Using Frequency Copy ........................................................... 61Copying a Frequency into a Specified Channel ................. 62Copying a Frequency into a Vacant Channel in a SpecifiedBank .................................................................................. 63Coping a Frequency into the Priority Channel ................... 63
Special Features ..................................................................... 64Listening to the Weather Band .......................................... 64Listening to a Weather Channel ........................................ 64Using the Delay Function .................................................. 66Locking Out Channels or Frequencies .............................. 67Changing the Receive mode ............................................. 69Using the Attenuator .......................................................... 70Turning the Key Tone On and Off ...................................... 71
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Using the Display Backlight ................................................ 72Using the Keylock .............................................................. 74Changing the Display Contrast ......................................... 74Working with V-Scanners ................................................... 81Cloning the Programmed Data .......................................... 82
Trunking Special Features ..................................................... 83Trunking Operation ........................................................... 83Activating ID Lockout While Scanning .............................. 89Trunked Delay Function .................................................... 90Clearing Talkgroup IDs ...................................................... 91
Digital Operation .......................................................................92Updating the DSP Firmware ............................................. 94
A General Guide To Frequencies .......................................... 96Guide To The Action Bands ................................................... 98
Typical Band Usage (in MHz) ........................................... 98Primary Usage .................................................................. 99Band Allocation ................................................................. 99
Frequency Conversion ......................................................... 106Troubleshooting ................................................................... 106
Troubleshooting Chart .................................................... 107Resetting / Initializing the Scanner .................................. 108
Care ..................................................................................... 109Service and Repair .............................................................. 109Specifications ....................................................................... 110Command Quick Reference Guide ...................................... 113
© 2003 RadioShack CorporationAll Rights Reserved.
RadioShack, RadioShack.com, Hypersearch, Hyperscan, V-Scanner, and Adaptaplug are trademarks used by RadioShackCorporation.Motorola, Smartnet, ASTRO and Privacy Plus are registeredtrademarks of Motorola Inc.EDACS is a registered trademark of MA-COM Inc.The IMBE™ voice coding Technology embodied in thisproduct is protected by intellectual property rightsincluding patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets ofDigital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding Technologyis licensed solely for use within this CommunicationsEquipment. The user of this Technology is explicitlyprohibited from attempting to decompile, reverseengineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in any otherway convert the Object Code into a human readable form.U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,870,405 and 5,517,511.This device made under license under one or more of thefollowing U.S. Patents: 4,590,473; 4,636,791; 5,148,482;5,185,796; 5,271,017; 5,377,229
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FEATURESYour Radio Shack DigitalHandheld Scanner featuresIntelligent Adaptive DigitalTracking for optimal reception ofdigital signals from a variety ofdigital conventional and trunkedradio system types. No specialsound quality settings oradjustments are needed for thedifferent digital systems that youmonitor.
APCO-25 digital voice modulationprovides public safety radio userswith clear digital voice signals andother features not available intraditional analog systems. Yourscanner uses advanced DigitalSignal Processing (DSP)technology to receive and decodeAPCO-25 digital signals from bothconventional and trunked radionetworks. Additionally, yourscanner features automaticdetection of digital signals. Nospecial scanner programming isrequired to receive conventional ortrunked digital traffic.
The DSP module in your scannerfeatures updateable firmware. IfDSP improvements becomeavailable, you can easily downloadan update file from the Internetand apply the file to your scannerto obtain the latest DSP firmwareversion.
Your scanner is designed to trackMotorola analog and Astro® digitaltrunking systems using 3600 bpscontrol channel operation, APCO25 digital trunking systems using9600 bps control channel
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operation, and M/A-COMEDACS® trunking systems.
The scanner lets you scanconventional transmissions, and ispreprogrammed with servicesearch banks for yourconvenience. By pressing a singlebutton, you can quickly searchthose frequencies most commonlyused by public safety and otheragencies.
Your RadioShack DigitalHandheld Scanner featuresRadioShack’s exciting new 11-in-1V-Scanner technology. V-Scannerstands for Virtual Scanner. V-Scanner allows you to build andstore eleven separateconfiguration profiles in V-Scannerfolder memory. Stored V-Scanners can be recalled, editedand activated at any time, givingyou a powerful tool that allows youto quickly reconfigure yourscanner for use in different areasor applications.
This scanner gives you directaccess to over 59,000 frequenciesincluding those used by police andfire departments, ambulanceservices, government agencies,air, and amateur radio services.
Your scanner includes thefollowing features:
500 Channels – 10 channelstorage banks with 50 channelseach.
V-Scanner Folders – eleven 500channel virtual scanner folders atyour fingertips.
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Phase 1 APCO-25 DigitalReception – automatic detectionand reception of digital voicemodulation from conventional,trunked and mixed-modenetworks.
Intelligent Adaptive DigitalTracking – ensures optimalreception of digital signals from avariety of digital conventional andtrunked radio system types.
Digital AGC – automaticallycompensates for audio levelvariances in digital transmissions.
Simultaneous Multi-SystemTrunking Operation – quicklytracks up to ten Motorola, APCO-25 or EDACS trunking systems atthe same time. Mix conventionalchannels and trunking systems inthe same channel storage banks.Scan conventional frequenciesand trunked systemssimultaneously. Automaticallydetects Motorola 3600 bps orAPCO-25 9600 bps controlchannel operation.
Automatic Channel Tracking –automatically determines thetrunking system frequencies forMotorola and APCO-25 trunkingsystems, using only the activesystem control channel.
CTCSS and DCS SubaudibleEncoded Squelch Modes –restricts conventional channelreception to transmissions usingspecified subaudible CTCSS toneor DCS data code when scanningor parked on a single channel.Code Search feature instantly
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displays the tone or code in use.Takes advantage of subaudiblesquelch tail elimination turn offcodes when they are present.
10 ID List Banks – let you store1500 IDs in 10 ID banks, each with5 ID sub-banks. 30 IDs areavailable in each ID sub-bank. IDtext tags let you easily identify theuser of a particular talkgroup IDcode.
Weather Priority Alert – whilescanning, automatically sounds analarm tone to advise of hazardousweather conditions when it detectsthe alert signal on the localNational Oceanic andAtmospheric Administration(NOAA) weather channel duringWX priority operation.
SAME/FIPS Weather Alert –displays the weather event text forthe specific cities or counties youchoose so you can see and hearthe reason for the alert.
Data Cloning – lets you transferthe programmed data to anotherPRO-96 scanner. You can alsoupload or download theprogrammed data to or from a PCusing an optional PC interface kitand application software.
12-Character, 4-Line,Alphanumeric Display – showsyou detailed operating informationclearly.
Triple ConversionSuperheterodyne Receiver –virtually eliminates anyinterference from intermediatefrequency (IF) images, so you
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hear only the frequency youselect.
Preprogrammed FrequencyRanges – lets you search fortransmissions within presetfrequency ranges or within rangesyou set, to reduce search time andselect interesting frequenciesmore quickly.
Hyperscan™ andHypersearch™ – the scannerscans at up to 60 channels persecond and searches up to 75frequencies per second, to helpyou quickly find transmissions.
Scan Delay – delays scanning forabout 2 seconds before moving toanother channel in conventionalmode, so you can hear morereplies that are made on the samechannel.
Adjustable Trunking Delay –waits for reply activity on atrunking call for the amount of timeyou specify.
Priority Channel — allows you toconfigure the scanner to checkone channel every 2 seconds soyou do not miss importanttransmissions.
Attenuator — allows you to set,by channel or globally, a 20 dBattenuator to reduce receiveroverload and interference fromnearby strong signals.
Text Input — lets you input a textlabel for each channel, talkgroupID, channel storage bank, or othermemory location so you can easilyidentify the transmission.
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Lock Out Function — lets you setyour scanner to skip over specifiedchannels or frequencies whenscanning or searching, and skipover IDs when tracking trunkedsystems.
Key Lock — lets you lock thescanner's keys to preventaccidentally changing thescanner's programming.
Battery Save Circuit — Whenmonitoring a single frequency,allows the receiver to sleep inbetween receiver activity.
Flexible Antenna with BNCConnector — provides excellentreception and is designed to helpprevent antenna breakage.
Memory Backup — keeps thefrequencies stored in memory foran extended time even withoutinternal batteries.
Three Power Options — let youpower the scanner with internalbatteries (non-rechargeablebatteries or rechargeablebatteries, not supplied). You canalso use an AC adapter (notsupplied) or power the scanner ina vehicle using a DC adapter (notsupplied).
Your scanner can receive thesefrequencies:
• 25 – 54 MHz
• 108 – 136.9875 MHz
• 137 – 174 MHz
• 216.0025 – 225 MHz
• 406 – 512 MHz
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• 806 – 823.9875 MHz
• 849 – 868.9875 MHz
• 894 – 960 MHz
• 1240 – 1300 MHz
Use “A General Guide ToFrequencies” on Page 96 to helpyou target frequency ranges inyour service area so you cansearch for a wide variety oftransmissions.
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOWThis equipment has been testedand found to comply with the limitsfor a scanning receiver, pursuantto Part 15 of the FCC Rules.These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in aresidential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses andcan radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed andused in accordance with theinstructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radiocommunications.
However, there is no guaranteethat interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If thisequipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or televisionreception, which can bedetermined by turning theequipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct theinterference by one or more of thefollowing measures:
Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.
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Increase the separation betweenthe equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into anoutlet on a circuit different fromthat to which the receiver isconnected.
This device complies with Part 15of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following twoconditions:
This device may not causeharmful interference.
This device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may causeundesired operation.
SCANNING LEGALLYYour scanner covers frequenciesused by many different groupsincluding police and firedepartments, ambulance services,government agencies, privatecompanies, amateur radioservices, military operations,pager services, and wireline(telephone and telegraph) serviceproviders. It is legal to listen toalmost every transmission yourscanner can receive. However,there are some transmissions youshould never intentionally listen to.These include:
• Telephone conversations(cellular, cordless, or otherprivate means of telephonesignal transmission)
• Pager transmissions
• Any scrambled or encryptedtransmissions
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According to the ElectronicCommunications Privacy Act(ECPA), you are subject to finesand possible imprisonment forintentionally listening to, using, ordivulging the contents of such atransmission unless you have theconsent of a party to thecommunication (unless suchactivity is otherwise illegal).
This scanner has been designedto prevent reception of illegaltransmissions. This is done tocomply with the legal requirementthat scanners be manufactured soas to not be easily modifiable topick up those transmissions. Donot open your scanner's case tomake any modifications that couldallow it to pick up transmissionsthat are illegal to monitor. Doing socould subject you to legalpenalties.
In some areas, mobile use of thisscanner is unlawful or requires apermit. Check the laws in yourarea. It is also illegal in manyareas to interfere with the duties ofpublic safety officials by travelingto the scene of an incident withoutauthorization.
We encourage responsible, safeand legal scanner use.
GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR SCANNERThough you may be anxious tobegin using your new scannerright away, we recommend thatyou take the time to read this
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manual thoroughly so that youmay fully understand theadvanced features andcapabilities of your PRO-96scanning receiver.
Once you understand a few simpleterms used in this manual andfamiliarize yourself with yourscanner's features, you can putthe scanner to work for you. Yousimply determine whichfrequencies and trunking systemsyou want to receive, and thenprogram the scanner to scanthem.
A frequency is the receiving signallocation (expressed in MHz). Tofind active frequencies, you canuse frequency guides availablefrom your local RadioShack store,frequency listings posted on theInternet, or the built in searchfunction.
Your scanner’s SEARCH bankscontained preprogrammedfrequencies in the scanner’smemory (see “Searching aPreprogrammed FrequencyRange” on Page 52 for thefrequency list). You can evenchange the frequency range onone of the SEARCH banks (SR6)to customize your own searchparameters.
Once you identify the frequenciesyou wish to monitor, you can storethem into programmable memorylocations called channels, whichare grouped in channel storagebanks. You can then scan thechannel-storage banks to see ifthere is activity on the frequencies
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stored there. Each time thescanner finds an active frequency,it stops and monitors the radiotraffic on that channel until thetransmission ends, then resumesscanning. For detailedprogramming instructions, see“Programming Your Scanner” onPage 30.
ABOUT THE KEYPADHere is a brief overview of yourscanner's keys and their functions.
SCAN — scans through theprogrammed channels.
FUNC — lets you use variousfunctions by pressing this key incombination with other keys.When using the FUNC key, pressthe FUNC key first, then release it,then quickly press the next key inthe function key sequence.
MAN — stops scanning and letsyou directly enter a channelnumber.
WX — scans through the sevenpreprogrammed weatherchannels.
TRUNK — stores the trunking IDcode or holds the trunking ID whilescanning.
PRI — sets and turns the priorityfunction on or off.
TEXT — lets you input text.
PAUSE — pauses search or tuneoperation.
MODE — changes the receivemode (AM, FM, CT, DC, MO, ED).
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å/ 7 — turns on/off the display'sbacklight, or when used with FUNClocks/unlocks the keypad toprevent accidental entries.
TUNE — allows you input afrequency and tunes up or downautomatically or manually with the
or keys.
ATT — turns attenuation on toreduce the scanner's sensitivityand block extremely strongsignals, or turns it off to increasesensitivity.
or — selects the scan orsearch direction.
SRCH — lets you search theseven search banks.
L/OUT — lets you lock out aselected channel, skip a specifiedfrequency during search, or lockout a selected ID code.
PGM — programs frequencies intochannels.
ENTER — completes the entry offrequencies and text.
1 — enters a 1, or inputscharacters 0 through 9 in textmode.
2/ABC — enters a 2, or inputscharacters A, B, or C.
3/DEF — enters a 3, or inputscharacters D, E, or F.
4/GHI — enters a 4, or inputscharacters G, H, or I.
5/JKL — enters a 5, or inputscharacters J, K, or L.
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6/MNO — enters a 6, or inputscharacters M, N, or O.
7/PQRS — enters a 7, or inputscharacters P, Q, R, or S.
8/TUV — enters an 8, or inputscharacters T, U, or V.
9/WXYZ — enters a 9, or inputscharacters W, X, Y, or Z.
0 — enters a zero, or inputscharacters . - # _ @ + * & / , $ % ! ^( ) ? ’ .
./DELAY — enters a decimal point(necessary when programmingfrequencies), space, or programsdelay time for the selectedchannel/search bank, or hyphen(in trunking ID setting).
CLR — clears an incorrect entry.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCANNER’S MEMORY ORGANIZATION
V-ScannersA V-Scanner folder contains acomplete, stored configurationprofile of your scanner’sprogramming. Certain currentscanner models allow the user toload, save and edit differentscanner configurations using aninterface cable, software and apersonal computer. The PRO-96V-Scanner feature extends thisfunctionality by allowing you tostore or recall up to elevenscanner configurations in V-Scanner folders on your scanner,without using a personalcomputer. You can use the V-
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Scanner feature to build and storeconfigurations for different areasor different scanner applications.Using the cloning feature it ispossible to exchange scannerconfigurations with your friendswithout losing your existing data.V-Scanners also provide a way foryou to easily back up yourprogrammed data withoutconnecting your scanner to apersonal computer.
Each V-Scanner folder stores allchannel storage banks, channels,trunking Ids, search settings, andother parameters associated withthe operation of the scanner.
CHANNEL STORAGE BANKSA channel storage bank is astorage area for a group ofchannels. Channels are storagelocations for frequencies.Whereas a channel can onlycontain one frequency, a channelstorage bank can hold 50channels.
To make it easier to identify andselect the channels you want tolisten to, your scanner divides thechannels into 10 banks (0 to 9) of50 (00 to 49) channels each, atotal of 500 channels. You can useeach channel-storage bank togroup frequencies, such as thoseused by different public safetyagencies and jurisdictions in yourarea. Channel storage banks canbe easily enabled or disabledwhile scanning by pressing thenumber key that corresponds withthe desired channel storage bank.
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For example, a particular citymight use four frequencies forpolice communications, and fourfrequencies for firecommunications. You couldprogram the police frequenciesstarting with 000 (the first channelin bank 0) and program the firedepartment frequencies startingwith 100 (the first channel in bank1). This gives you the ability toquickly select what you wish tomonitor by activating ordeactivating the appropriatechannel storage bank. Whenlooking at channel numbers, thefirst digit identifies the bank (0 to9). The second and third digitsidentify the channel within thebank (00 to 49).
CHANNELSChannels are storage locations forthe actual frequencies you wish tomonitor. Each channel can beconfigured with a radio frequency,the desired mode for thatfrequency, and settings to allow ashort delay after a transmission orlock the channel out fromscanning operation. A channel cancontain a conventional, non-trunked frequency, or a frequencyused in a trunking system.
SEARCH BANKSYour scanner has sixpreprogrammed search banksconfigured to search various radioservices, and one limit searchbank that you can configure. Youcan set the lower and higherfrequency limit in the limit searchbank.Ó
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UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCANNER’S CHANNEL RECEIVE MODESYou can program each channelwith any one of six receive modes(AM, FM/Digital, CTCSS, DCS,Motorola, and EDACS).
Each receive mode affects howyour scanner operates whenscanning and receivingtransmissions.Ô
AM Mode (AM)The AM mode sets the scanner toreceive transmissions usingamplitude modulation (AM),primarily used for aircraft, military,27 MHz citizen’s band, someamateur radio, and somegovernment transmissions. (Referto “Specifications” on Page 110 fora list of the frequencies covered.)When the scanner receives atransmission on a channel set tothe AM mode, it always stops onthe transmission.
FM/Digital Mode (FM)The FM/Digital (FM) mode setsthe scanner to receivetransmissions using frequencymodulation (FM) and APCO-25digital modulation. FM is used formost public safety transmissions,as well as broadcast, business,and amateur radio transmissions.APCO-25 digital modulation isused in many newer conventionaland trunked public safety radiosystems. When the scannerreceives a transmission on achannel set to the FM/Digital
Ó HINT Ó For example, if youwanted to find activefrequencies between a
range of 150.1000 and150.5000, you would putboth of thosefrequencies in the limitsearch bank.
Ô NOTES Ô • Trunked modes
(ED and MOT) canonly be selectedfor frequenciesabove 137 MHz.
• Your scanner’sClosed Mode letsyou heartransmissionsfrom only thosetrunkingtalkgroups youspecify. For moreinformation, see“Open and ClosedMode Operation”on Page 87.
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mode, it always stops on thetransmission.
CTCSS Mode (CT)CTCSS mode sets the scanner toreceive transmissions usingfrequency modulation (FM) withContinuous Tone Coded SquelchSystem (CTCSS) subaudible tonecodes. CTCSS allows multipleusers to share a single radiofrequency without hearing eachother’s transmissions. In yourPRO-96 scanner, the CTCSSfeature can be used to block thereception of transmissions onshared channel to only those thatuse the CTCSS tone that you havespecified. CTCSS mode alsofeatures a Code Search settingthat allows you to instantly displayand store unknown codes into thechannel memory. CTCSS tonescan sometimes be heard as a low“hum” in the background of a voicetransmission. Many systems thatuse CTCSS transmit a special“turn off code” at the end of eachtransmission. The turn off codecauses a properly equippedreceiver to mute before thetransmission ends, eliminating the“squelch tail” burst of noise thecommonly occurs when the signalis lost. CTCSS turn off codeperformance can be affected byweak signals.
DCS Mode (DC)DCS mode sets the scanner toreceive transmissions usingfrequency modulation (FM) withDigital Coded Squelch (DCS)subaudible data signaling. DCS isvery similar to CTCSS, except that
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a digital code is transmittedinstead of an audio tone. LikeCTCSS, DCS allows multipleusers to share a single radiofrequency without hearing eachother’s transmissions. In yourPRO-96 scanner, the DCS featurecan be used to block the receptionof transmissions on a sharedchannel to only those that use theDCS tone that you have specified.DCS mode also features a CodeSearch setting that allows you toinstantly display and storeunknown codes into the channelmemory. DCS data cansometimes be heard as a low“purring” sound in the backgroundof a voice transmission. SomeDCS systems transmit a special“turn off code” at the end of eachtransmission. The turn off codecauses a properly equippedreceiver to mute before thetransmission ends, eliminating the“squelch tail” burst of noise thecommonly occurs when the signalis lost. DCS turn off codeperformance is typically moreimmune to weak signals thanCTCSS.
Motorola/APCO-25 Trunking Mode (MO)You can set your scanner so itdecodes the talkgroup IDs usedwith Motorola and APCO-25trunking systems and followstalkgroup calls in the trunkingsystem. This setting is called theMotorola mode.
Motorola systems are trunkingsystems used primarily bybusiness and public safety
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agencies to efficiently allocate asmall number of frequencies (asfew as three) to many groups ofusers (as many as severalthousand). To do this, each groupof users in the system is assignedto a specific talkgroup. Forexample, a city’s east side patrolofficers might all be assigned totalkgroup 2160. One channel inthe system is continuouslytransmitting data that identifieswhich talkgroups are active onwhich channel. In addition, thistalkgroup information is alsotransmitted as subaudible data oneach active channel.
When the scanner receives atransmission on a channel set tothe Motorola mode, it first decodesthe talkgroup ID data included withthe transmission. In the OpenMode, the scanner stops on thetransmission and displays thetalkgroup ID on the bottom line ofthe display. In the Closed Mode,the scanner only stops on thetransmission if the talkgroup IDmatches a talkgroup ID that youhave stored in the bank'stalkgroup ID list and have notlocked out.
Trunking systems covered by theMotorola mode come in fourcategories: Type I, Type II, Type I/II Hybrid and APCO-25. Eachcategory displays and usestalkgroup IDs in slightly differentways.
Motorola Type I IDs are in the formFFF-SS, where;
FFF=Fleet ID
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SS=Subfleet ID
Type I systems are usuallyorganized with different usergroups assigned to differentfleets.Ô
To properly map the raw Type Idata to the correct fleet-subfleetformat, you must program thecorrect fleet map into the scanner.Fleet map information is widelyavailable on the Internet for mostType I systems in use.
Type II and APCO-25 systemtalkgroups are identified by a 5-digit number. Valid Type IItalkgroup IDs are divisible by 16,while APCO-25 talkgroups are not.Use care to ensure that you enterthe correct Type II IDs into yourscanner. Type I/II hybrid systemsuse both fleet-subfleet and 5-digitformats for talkgroup IDs.
EDACS Trunking Mode (ED)You can set your scanner so itdecodes the talkgroup IDs usedwith EDACS (GE/Ericsson/M/A-COM) trunking systems. Thissetting is called the EDACS mode.
EDACS systems are usedprimarily by business or privatecommunications service providers,as well as by some public safetyorganizations. EDACS systemstransmit active talkgroupinformation only on a dedicatedcontrol channel.
EDACS frequencies are organizedin a specific order. Each frequencyis assigned a Logical Channel
Ô NOTES Ô • For example, a valid
fleet-subfleet IDidentifying alldetectives within apolice departmentmight be 000-12,where 000 identifiesall police users and12 identifies theDetective division.
• Tuning the scannerto an active controlchannel while inMotorola mode willdisplay the MotorolaSystem ID and theapproximate controlchannel messagedecode success rate.This information canhelp you identify theMotorola trunkingsystem that you aremonitoring and thequality of the controlchannel signal.
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Number (LCN). For the scanner tocorrectly switch to an activefrequency, you must program thefrequencies in LCN order, startingwith Memory 01. EDACStalkgroup IDs are entered as a 4-digit decimal number from 0001 to2047 or AFS (Agency FleetSubfleet) number from 00-001 to15-157.
When there is activity on anEDACS system, that information issent out on the control channel.The scanner decodes the ID forthe active talkgroup. In the OpenMode, the scanner then goes tothe transmission and displays thetalkgroup ID on the bottom line ofthe display. In the Closed Mode,the scanner only goes totransmissions with IDs that matchtalkgroup IDs you have stored inthe bank's talkgroup ID list that arenot locked out
PREPARATION
LISTENING SAFELYTo protect your hearing, followthese guidelines when you useheadphones.
• Set the volume to zero beforeputting on headphones. Withthe headphones on, adjustthe volume to a comfortablelevel.
• Avoid increasing the volumeonce you set it. Over time,your sensitivity to a volumelevel decreases, so volumelevels that do not cause
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discomfort might damageyour hearing.
• Avoid or limit listening at highvolume levels. Prolongedexposure to high volumelevels can cause permanenthearing loss.
TRAFFIC SAFETYWearing headphones whileoperating a motor vehicle or ridinga bicycle can create a traffichazard and is illegal in most areas.
Even though some headphoneslet you hear some outside soundswhen listening at normal volumelevels, they still can present atraffic hazard. Exercise extremecaution!
POWER SOURCESYou can power your scanner fromany of these sources:Ô
• Internal non-rechargeablebatteries or rechargeablebatteries (not supplied – see“Using Batteries” onPage 25).
• Standard AC power (with anoptional AC adapter – see“Using AC Power” onPage 27).
• Vehicle power (with anoptional DC adapter – see“Using Vehicle Battery Power”on Page 28).
USING BATTERIESYou can power the scanner withfour AA batteries (not supplied).
Ô NOTES Ô • Connecting an AC or
DC adapter to thescanner disconnectsinternal batterieswhen you use thesupplied non-rechargeable batteryholder, but it does notdisconnect internalbatteries when youuse the suppliedyellow rechargeablebattery holder.
• If you install theyellow rechargeablebattery holder, youcan operate thescanner andrecharge therechargeablebatteries at the sametime. See “UsingBatteries” onPage 25, and“ChargingRechargeableBatteries” onPage 27.
• If the scanner stopsworking properlyafter connecting it topower, try resetting it.See “Resetting /Initializing theScanner” onPage 108.
• You must chargerechargeablebatteries before youuse them the firsttime.
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You can use either the suppliednon-rechargeable battery holder(black), or the suppliedrechargeable battery holder(yellow).oFollow these steps to install thebatteries.Ô
1. Press in on the top center ofthe battery compartmentcover on the back of thescanner and slide the coverdown to remove it.
2. Pull the battery holder out ofthe battery compartment.
3. If you are using non-rechargeable batteries, placethem into the black holder asindicated by the polaritysymbols (+ and -) marked onthe holder.
If you are using rechargeablebatteries, place them into theyellow holder as indicated bythe polarity symbols (+ and -)marked on the holder.
4. Place the battery holder intothe battery compartment.
5. Replace the cover.
When battery power is low,Low Battery! is displayed and thescanner beeps once every 30seconds. When battery power isdepleted, the scanner turns itselfoff. Replace all four non-rechargeable batteries, orrecharge the rechargeablebatteries. See “ChargingRechargeable Batteries” onPage 27.
CAUTION The battery holder fitsonly one way. Do notforce it.
o WARNING o Never install non-rechargeable batteries inthe rechargeable yellowbattery holder. Non-Rechargeable batteriescan get hot or explode ifyou try to rechargethem.
Ô NOTES Ô • Dispose of old
batteries promptlyand properly.
• Do not burn or burybatteries.
• Use only freshbatteries of therequired size andrecommended type.
• Do not mix old andnew batteries,different types ofbatteries (standard,alkaline, orrechargeable), orrechargeablebatteries of differentcapacities.
• If you do not plan touse the scanner for amonth or longer,remove the batteries.Batteries can leakchemicals that candamage electronicparts.
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Charging Rechargeable BatteriesYour scanner has a built-incharging circuit that lets youcharge nickel-metal hydride (Ni-MH) or nickel cadmium (Ni-CD)rechargeable batteries (notsupplied) while they are in thescanner. To charge rechargeablebatteries, connect an appropriateAC or DC adapter to the PWR DC9V jack. For best results werecommend RadioShackrechargeable nickel-metal hydride(NiMH) 1800 mAh batteries.!
ITo charge batteries with a DCadapter from a DC power source,you must use a 9V, 300 mA DCadapter such as RadioShack Cat.No. 273-1810 and a size CAdaptaplug™ (neither supplied).Both are available at your localRadioShack store. Make sure theadapter’s voltage is set to 9V.
It takes about 16 hours torecharge fully discharged 1800mAh NiMH rechargeable batteries.You can operate the scanner whilerecharging the rechargeablebatteries, but charging takeslonger.Ô
USING AC POWERYou can power the scanner usinga 9V, 300 mA AC adapter and asize C Adaptaplug™ (neithersupplied). Both are available atyour local RadioShack store.
! IMPORTANT !The EPAcertified RBRC®
BatteryRecycling Sealon the nickel-cadmium(Ni-Cd) battery indicatesRadioShack is voluntarilyparticipating in an industryprogram to collect andrecycle these batteries atthe end of their useful life,when taken out of servicein the United States orCanada. The RBRCprogram provides aconvenient alternative toplacing used Ni-Cdbatteries into the trash orthe municipal wastestream, which may beillegal in your area. Pleasecall 1-800-THE-SHACK(1-800-843-7422) forinformation on Ni-Cdbattery recycling anddisposal bans/restrictionsin your area.RadioShack’s involvementin this program is part ofthe company’scommitment to preservingour environment andconserving our naturalresources.
Ô NOTES Ô • The scanner can also
charge Ni-Cd batteries.600 mAh batteriesrequire 6 hours and850 mAh batteriesrequire 8 hours tocharge.
• When you charge Ni-Cd batteries, do notovercharge them.Overcharging shortensbattery life.
• Rechargeablebatteries last longerand deliver morepower if you let themfully discharge once amonth. To do this, usethe scanner until Low
Battery! appears in thescanner’s display.Then fully charge therechargeable batteries.
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1. Connect the Adaptaplug™ tothe adapter’s cord with the tipset to positive.
2. Plug the adapter’s barrel pluginto the scanner’s PWR DC 9Vjack.
3. Plug the adapter’s two-prongplug into an AC outlet.
USING VEHICLE BATTERY POWERYou can power the scanner from avehicle’s 12V power source (suchas cigarette-lighter socket) using a9V, 300 mA DC adapter and a sizeC Adaptaplug™ adapter (neithersupplied). Both are available atyour local RadioShack store.
1. Connect the Adaptaplug™ tothe adapter’s cord with the tipset to positive.
2. Plug the adapter’s barrel pluginto the scanner’s PWR DC 9Vjack.
3. Plug the adapter’s cigarette-lighter plug into your 12Vpower source.
If the scanner does not operateproperly when you connect a DCadapter, unplug the DC adapterfrom the power source and cleanthe socket, or check the adapter’sinternal fuse.
ANTENNA
Connecting the Supplied AntennaTo attach the supplied flexibleantenna to the antenna jack on the
CAUTIONS • You must use a
Class 2 powersource that supplies9V DC and deliversat least 300 mA. Itscenter tip must beset to positive and itsplug must fit thescanner’s PWR DC9V jack. Using anadapter that doesnot meet thesespecifications coulddamage the scanneror the adapter.
• You must use aClass 2 powersource that supplies9V DC and deliversat least 300 mA. Itscenter tip must beset to positive and itsplug must fit thescanner’s PWR DC9V jack. Using anadapter that doesnot meet thesespecifications coulddamage the scanneror the adapter.
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top of your scanner, align the slotsaround the antenna’s connectorwith the studs on the antenna jack.Press the antenna down over thejack and turn the antenna’s baseclockwise until it locks into place.
Connecting an Optional External AntennaThe antenna connector on yourscanner makes it easy to use thescanner with a variety ofantennas, such as an externalmobile antenna or outdoor basestation antenna. Your localRadioShack store sells a variety ofantennas.
Always use 50-ohm coaxial cable,such as RG-58 or RG-8, toconnect an outdoor antenna. Forlength over 50 feet, use RG-8 low-loss dielectric coaxial cable. If yourantenna’s cable does not have aBNC connector, you will also needa BNC adapter (not supplied,available at your local RadioShackstore).oFollow the installation instructionssupplied with the antenna, routethe antenna cable to the scanner,then connect it to the antennajack.
Connecting an Earphone/HeadphonesFor private listening, you can plugan 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-plugearphone or headphones (notsupplied), available at your localRadioShack store, into theHEADPHONE jack on top of yourscanner. This automaticallydisconnects the internal speaker.
o WARNING o Use extreme cautionwhen installing orremoving an outdoorantenna. If the antennastarts to fall, let it go! Itcould contact overheadpower lines. If theantenna touches apower line, touching theantenna, mast, cable, orguy wires can causeelectrocution and death.Call the power companyto remove the antenna.DO NOT attempt to doso yourself.
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Connecting an External SpeakerIn a noisy area, an amplifiedspeaker (not supplied), availableat your local RadioShack store,might provide more comfortablelistening. Plug the speaker cable’s1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-plug intoyour scanner’s HEADPHONEjack.Ô
Using the Belt ClipYou can use the belt clip attachedto the back of the scanner forhands-free carrying when you areon the go. Slide the belt clip overyour belt or waistband.
PROGRAMMING YOUR SCANNER
PROGRAMMING CONVENTIONAL CHANNELSGood references for activefrequencies are RadioShack’sPolice Call, AeronauticalFrequency Directory, and MaritimeFrequency Directory. We updatethese directories every year, so besure to get a current copy.
Storing Conventional FrequenciesFollow these steps to storeconventional frequencies in tochannels.Ô
1. To begin programming yourscanner, press PGM. Mchanges to P. Select thedesired channel storage bankand channel, and press PGMto advance to that channel.
Ô NOTES Ô Connecting an External SpeakerYou must use anamplified speaker withthis scanner. Non-amplified speakers donot provide sufficientvolume for comfortablelisteningStoring Conventional Frequencies• When the scanner is
in Manual or Programmode, indicated withM or P in the top lefthand corner of thedisplay, you canselect your desiredbank and channelnumber using directchannel entry, theor arrow keys, andwith FUNC and the
or arrow keys.• For direct channel
entry, press MAN orPGM, enter thechannel storage bank(0-9) and channelnumber (00-49)where you want tostore a frequency,then press MAN orPGM again. Forexample, Bank 3,Channel 23 isentered as “323”. Thescanner advances tothe selected channelstorage bank andchannel, and thechannel storage bankand channel numberappear at the upperleft corner of thedisplay (for example:M323 or P323).
• Press FUNC, thenor to jump to thenext or previouschannel storagebank.
• Press FUNC, thenhold or to scrollthrough the channelstorage banks.
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2. Use the number keys and./DELAY to enter the frequency(including the decimal point)you want to store.
3. If you make a mistake, pressCLR to backspace and correctthe incorrect digit, or pressand hold CLR for about 2seconds to clear the entirefield and start over.
4. Press ENTER to store thefrequency into the channel.Ô
5. By default, the scanner willconfigure the channels youenter for a two second delayafter a transmission isreceived. This is indicated bythe D character that appearsin the top row of the display. Ifyou do not want the scannerto pause for reply trafficbefore resuming scanningoperation, press ./DELAY untilD is not visible in the top lineof the display.
6. If necessary, press MODE tochange the receiving mode.Valid modes for conventionalfrequencies include AM, FM/Digital, CTCSS and DCS. Toprogram a specific code forCTCSS or DCS mode, pressFUNC MODE, then enter thedesired code followed byENTER, or use the orkeys to scroll to the desiredcode and press ENTER tostore the code with thechannel memory. For moreinformation on CTCSS andDCS programming, see“Programming channels for
Ô NOTES Ô • If you made a mistake
in entering thefrequency, Invalid Freqbriefly appears andthe scanner beepswhen you pressENTER. Enter thefrequency again.
• Your scannerautomatically roundsthe entered frequencyto the nearest validfrequency. Forexample, if you entera frequency of151.53, your scanneraccepts it as151.5275. Receptionof the frequency willnot be adverselyaffected.
• If you enter afrequency that hasalready been enteredelsewhere in thesame bank, thescanner sounds anerror tone anddisplays Dupl.f and thechannel number thathas been duplicated.If the dual entry is anerror press CLR andenter the correctfrequency. If the dualentry is intentionalpress ENTER toaccept.
• You may replace anyfrequency byselecting the bankand channel, pressingPGM and entering thenew frequency.
• You can clearprogrammedfrequency data bypressing FUNC, thenCLR.
• If you make an errorin the entry process,press CLR as often asneeded to erase theincorrect data, orpress and hold CLRfor one second toclear the entire field.
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CTCSS and DCS operation”on Page 42.
7. If desired, program a text tagfor the channel (see“Assigning a Text Tag to aChannel” on Page 45).
When you are ready to programadditional channels, press PGM or
to move up to the next channelmemory location, or to movedown.
PROGRAMMING TRUNKED SYSTEMSThis section of the manualprovides instructions to programyour scanner to receive trunkedradio systems. If you are justgetting started with trunkedsystem monitoring or have anyquestions about how your PRO-96scanner operates when trackingtrunked radio systems. See“Trunking Special Features” onPage 83.
For best results, program only onetrunking system in each channelstorage bank of your scanner.Your scanner will lock on to thefirst active control channel it findsin a channel storage bank andfollow the activity from thattrunking system. Ó
Channel storage banks maycontain both conventional, non-trunked channels, and control orsystem channels for a trunkedsystem. The scanner will check foractivity on the conventionalchannels after processing thetrunking system.
Ó HINT Ó Certain multi-zoneMotorola systems usethe same talkgroup IDsat multiple radio sites tocover a largegeographical area. Inthese types of systems itmay be possible toprogram multiple controlchannel frequencies intothe same channelstorage bank and allowthe scanner to lock on tothe different controlchannels as you movefrom zone to zone. Thisapproach only worksin networked systemswhere the sametalkgroup IDs are usedat multiple sites. It isnot possible to programMotorola/APCO-25 andEDACS systems into thesame channel storagebank.
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PROGRAMMING MOTOROLA ANALOG, DIGITAL, AND APCO-25 TRUNKING SYSTEMS
1. Press PGM and FUNC thenor to select the desiredchannel storage bank toprogram.Ô
2. Press TRUNK to access the IDlist and set the correcttrunking bank type. If the bankhas never been programmedwith a trunking system, thescanner will display Not trunked! Press mode.
3. Press MODE until Motorolaappears in the display. Thissets the channel storage bankfor Motorola operation.
4. Press PGM to return to thechannel storage bank.
5. Select a channel to beginprogramming trunking systemfrequencies. Use directchannel entry or the orkeys.
6. Enter the trunking frequencyand press ENTER. Ifnecessary, press MODE tochange the receiving mode toMO (Motorola).
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to enterthe other trunking systemcontrol channel frequenciesfor the system you wish tomonitor.
Ô NOTES Ô • You can also press
FUNC, then TRUNKto access the ID listfrom manual mode.
• When monitoringMotorola trunkedradio systems, it isonly necessary toprogram the trunkingcontrol channel.
• For APCO-25trunking systemsusing the 9600 bpscontrol channel,program the systemusing the stepsoutlined above forMotorola systems.Your scanner willautomatically detectthe proper controlchannel type.
• Some systems rotatethe control channelon a daily basis. Forbest results, programall known controlchannel frequenciesinto the trunkingchannel storagebank.
• To program MotorolaUHF trunkingsystems, see“ProgrammingMotorola VHF andUHF TrunkingSystems” onPage 34.
• To program Motorola800 MHz “splinter”systems, see“ProgrammingMotorola 800 MHzSplinter Systems” onPage 36.
• To program MotorolaType I/IIi fleet maps,see “ProgrammingFleet Maps” onPage 36.
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PROGRAMMING EDACS TRUNKING SYSTEMS
1. Press PGM and FUNC, andthen or to select thedesired channel storage bankto program.Ô
2. Press TRUNK to access the IDlist and set the correcttrunking bank type. If the bankhas never been programmedwith a trunking system, thescanner will display Not trunked! Press mode.
3. Press MODE until EDACSappears in the display. Thissets the channel storage bankfor EDACS operation.
4. Press PGM to return to thechannel storage bank.
5. Select a channel to beginprogramming trunking systemfrequencies. Use directchannel entry or the orkeys.
6. Enter the trunking frequencyand press ENTER. Ifnecessary, press MODE tochange the receiving mode toED.
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to enterthe other EDACS trunkingsystem channels for thesystem you wish to monitor.
PROGRAMMING MOTOROLA VHF AND UHF TRUNKING SYSTEMSYour scanner is capable ofreceiving Motorola trunked radio
Ô NOTE Ô It is necessary toprogram all EDACSsystem channels intoyour scanner in LogicalChannel Number (LCN)order, beginning withLCN 1 in channel 01 ofthe channel storagebank. Do not programEDACS systemchannels in channel 00of a channel storagebank. Refer to frequencypublications or Internetsites to obtain correctLCN frequencies for theEDACS systems youwish to monitor. If theEDACS system you areprogramming skipschannels in the LCNorder, leave thosechannels blank in yourscanner.
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systems operating in the VHF andUHF bands. To monitor thesesystems it is necessary to programthe scanner with three additionalparameters, the base frequency,step and offset.Ó
Follow these steps to programMotorola trunking frequencies inthe VHF or UHF bands:
1. Press PGM, and then TRUNKto enter the ID program mode.
2. Press FUNC and press (orhold) or to select thebank.
3. Press MODE until Motorolaappears in the display.
4. Press FUNC then 2. Thedisplay indicates
Base Freq: 406.0000Offset: 380 Step:25.0kHz
5. While B in Base blinks, ifnecessary, enter the desiredBase frequency with thenumber keys and pressENTER. If it is incorrect, pressthe number keys again to setthe base frequency.
6. While O in Offset blinks, ifnecessary, enter the offsetnumber and press ENTER. If itis incorrect, then press thenumber keys again to set thefrequency.
7. While S in Step blinks,repeatedly press or toselect the step number, 5,
Ó HINTS Ó • Base frequency,
step and offset varyfor each individualUHF trunkingsystem. You can getinformation aboutthese frequencies forthe trunking systemyou want to scanusingtrunkscanner.com,other Internetsources, or locallypublishedguidebooks.
• Systems withmultiple channelranges can beprogrammed usingPC applicationsoftware.
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6.25, 7.5, 12.5, 15, 25.0, or50.0kHz, and then pressENTER.
PROGRAMMING MOTOROLA 800 MHZ SPLINTER SYSTEMSCertain 800 MHz Motorola trunkedradio systems operate usingsplinter channels that are inbetween the channels in thenormal 800 MHz band plan. Thesesystems are known as “splintersystems”. Your scanner featuresan offset mode to allow receptionof these systems.Ô
1. Press PGM, and then TRUNKto enter the ID program mode.
2. If necessary, press FUNC thenor to select the desired
bank.
3. If necessary, press MODE toselect Motorola trunkingmode.
4. Press FUNC , and then 3 toedit the 3600 CC Mode.
5. Press or to selectNormal, Splinter, Table, orMulti Table, and then pressENTER.
Programming Fleet MapsYou must set the fleet map if youwant to receive a Motorola Type Isystem. Fleet maps are includedalong with other information aboutMotorola Type I systems atwww.trunkscanner.com
Follow these steps to program afleet map.
Ô NOTES Ô • If the radio appears
to be trunking to thewrong frequencieswhen monitoring an800 MHz system, youshould try toconfigure the systemfor splinter operation.
• Splinter systemsexist only in the 800MHz band, and onlyuse the 3600 bpscontrol channel type.Setting splinterconfiguration onVHF, UHF, 900 MHzand 800 MHz APCO-25 systems will haveno effect.
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1. Press PGM, and then TRUNK.
2. Press FUNC, and then orto select the desired bank.
3. Press FUNC, and then press8. Block 0 size code. Use 15 for type II. S-00 is displayed.
4. Enter the size code suppliedwith the Type I systeminformation, referring to theprompts that appear in thedisplay. If the information foryour Type I system is notavailable, try the followingcommon fleet maps:Ô
Ô NOTES Ô • The default setting of
the bank is forMotorola Type II.However, if you setType I and wish torestore Type II, enter15 at Step 4.
• To confirm the input,repeat Steps 1-4 andpress ENTER. Eachtime you pressENTER, you confirmthe size code. If youfind an error, pressCLR and begin againat Step 1.
Block 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
Block 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
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Press ENTER for each entry. If youmake a mistake, press CLR andenter the correct size code.
Talkgroup IDsEach channel storage bank has anassociated talkgroup ID list, for atotal of 10 talkgroup ID lists. EachID list has 5 sub-banks. Each sub-bank has 30 ID locations. You canprogram up to 150 talkgroup IDs ineach bank, so you can program upto 1500 talkgroup IDs in 10 banks.When the scanner stops on atransmission in the Motorola orEDACS mode, it checks to see ifthe ID has been stored in theassociated ID list. In the ClosedMode, the scanner only stops onthe transmission and displays itstext tag if you have stored and notlocked out the ID. In the OpenMode, the scanner always stopson all transmissions except thoseyou specifically exclude, anddisplays the ID’s text tag if youhave stored the ID. For a detaileddescription of Open and ClosedMode operation, see “Open andClosed Mode Operation” onPage 87.
Storing Talkgroup IDsEach talkgroup on a trunked radiosystem is identified by a talkgroupID. You can store talkgroup IDsautomatically while scanning thetrunked system in Open mode, ormanually by entering the IDsdirectly in the ID list. Ô
6 S0 S4 S0 S0 S0 S12 S12 S12
7 S0 S4 S0 S4 S0 — — —
Block Size Code
Ô NOTE Ô When you try to storemore than 150 talkgroupIDs in a bank, Memory Full! appears inthe scanner’s display.Clear some talkgroupIDs in order to store newones (see “ClearingTalkgroup IDs” onPage 91).
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To automatically store a talkgroupID, press TRUNK when thescanner stops on a voice channeltransmission or when a talkgroupID is indicated in the manualmode. The ID of the activetalkgroup will be automaticallystored in the next available IDmemory location. The bottom lineof the scanner display indicateswhere the ID was stored as IDsave X-YY and then changes toID#ZZZZZ, where X is the sub-bank number, YY is the ID numberwithin the sub-bank, and ZZZZZ isthe stored talkgroup ID code.
If the ID has already been storedwhen you press TRUNK, ID was saved appears in the scanner’sdisplay.
Follow these steps to manuallystore talkgroup IDs or to edit astored ID.Ó
1. Navigate to a channel in thedesired trunking bank usingMAN or the or keys
2. Press PGM.
3. Press TRUNK.
4. Select the ID memory youwish to edit using any of themethods described above.
5. Enter the talkgroup ID andpress ENTER. If necessary,use the decimal point for ahyphen.Ô
6. If you want to tag the ID,press TEXT, enter the desiredtext tag for the ID. Then press
Ó HINTS Ó Use the followingkeystrokes to navigatethrough the ID lists:• Press PGM, TRUNK
to enter the ID list forthe current channelstorage bank.
• Press and releasethe or keys toscroll through the IDmemories one at atime.
• Press and hold theor keys to scrollthrough the IDmemories rapidly.
• Press TRUNK toadvance to the nextID sub-bank.
• Press FUNC orto advance to thenext or previous IDlist.
Ô NOTES Ô • If you made a
mistake in Step 5,Invalid ID. appearsand the scannerbeeps when youpress ENTER. Startagain at Step 3.
• You can enter eitherdecimal or AFS codefor ED (EDACS) ID.The default setting isdecimal ID entry. Totoggle AFS ordecimal EDACS IDdisplay, press FUNCthen 2. AFS Formatwill appear in thedisplay for about 2seconds. Now youcan enter EDACS IDcodes in AFS format.
• If you entered an IDcode that is alreadystored in another IDchannel, Dupl IDappears in thescanner’s display. Ifyou want to store theID code anyway,press ENTER. Tocancel the operation,press CLR.
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ENTER (see “Text Input Chart”on Page 48).
7. To store the next ID memoryin sequence, press andrepeat Step 5.
8. Press SCAN to start scanning.
When automatically storingtrunked IDs in the ID list bypressing TRUNK during a trunkedtransmission, the scanner willautomatically store the active ID inthe next available open ID storagelocation in the ID list. We suggestleaving ID sub-bank 0 empty whenfirst setting up an ID list. Thisprovides a location for new auto-store IDs to be placed andorganized.
Programming the Priority ChannelIn addition to the 500programmable memory channels,the scanner has one prioritychannel.
With the priority feature, you canscan through programmedchannels and still not miss animportant or interestingtransmission on the prioritychannel. When priority is turnedon, the scanner checks the prioritychannel every 2 seconds, andstays on the channel if there isactivity until the activity stops.Ô
Programming a stored channel frequency in the priority channel
1. Press MAN.
Ô NOTES Ô • The priority feature
does not operatewhile the scannerreceives a trunkingvoice channel orduring trunking delaytime. Traffic on thepriority channel maybe missed if it occurswhile the scanner ismonitoring a trunkingvoice call.
• If you program aweather channel asthe priority channel,then activate prioritymode, the scannerstops on the weatherchannel only whenthe scanner detectsthe 1050 Hz weatheralert tone.
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2. Use the number keys to enterthe channel number thatcontains the frequency youwant to program as thepriority channel, and thenpress MAN again.
3. Press FUNC, and then PRI.Pri Channel blinks on thebottom line to indicate storageof the current frequency intopriority channel memory.
Programming the Priority Channel Directly
1. Press PGM.
2. Press PRI.
3. Enter the frequency you wantto enter into the prioritychannel, then press ENTER.
4. If desired, set the prioritychannel mode. You can set apriority channel for CTCSS orDCS operation with aprogrammed code.
Programming a Weather Channel as Priority
1. Press WX.
2. Select the weather channelyou want to program as thepriority channel by pressingWX repeatedly until thedesired weather channel isdisplayed.
3. Press FUNC, and then PRI.Pri Channel flashes on thebottom line two times.
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Activating the Priority FeaturePress PRI while scanning ormanually parked on a channel.PRIon (or PRIwx if you set thepriority to a weather frequency)appears on the bottom line of thedisplay, and P will appear in thetop line while scanning or parkedon a channel in manual mode. Ifthe scanner detects activity on thepriority channel, Pri Channelappears in the scanner’s display. Ifthe scanner detects the 1050 Hzweather alert tone in Priority WXmode, the display will showWeather ALERT and the scannersounds an alert tone (see “SAMEStandby Mode” on Page 64).Press WX to listen to the weatheralert message.Ô
Programming channels for CTCSS and DCS operationYour PRO-96 scanner features anadvanced, DSP based CTCSSand DCS decoder. CTCSS andDCS allow you to programfrequencies into your scanner thatare used by more than one groupin your area and listen only to thegroup that is of interest to you byspecifying the group’s specificCTCSS or DCS code. CTCSS andDCS can also help reduceinstances where interfering signalscause your scanner to stop on onechannel.
There are two ways you canprogram your scanner to operatewith CTCSS and DCS. If you knowthe CTCSS or DCS code that isused on a particular frequency,you can manually enter the code
Ô NOTES Ô • This scanner cannot
set a channel as thepriority channel if thechannel's receivemode is MO or ED.
• In the event of aweather or otherhazard warning, a1050 Hz tone istransmitted prior tothe message. Thescanner detects thepresence of this toneduring the samplingprocess. Thescanner sounds anaudible alert andswitches to theweather frequency ifthe alert tone isdetected.
• Because the scannerdoes not prioritysample the weatherchannel whilemonitoring trunkedtalkgroup calls, it ispossible that the1050 Hz alert tonemay be missedbetween sampleintervals whentrunked systems arebeing scanned. Werecommend the useof a dedicatedRadioShackWeatheradio® duringtimes when severeweather notificationis critical for yoursafety, such as whenboating or when youknow that thepotential for severeweather exists inyour area.
• To turn off the priorityfeature, press PRI.
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when you are programming thescanner, or any time afterwards.
You can also set a special searchcode up that will instantly decodethe CTCSS or DCS code on areceived transmission. Channelsprogrammed with the search codewill receive all traffic on thechannel, and will instantly decodeand display any CTCSS or DCScode that is found with thetransmission. You can then storethe found code in the channelmemory with one keystroke.
This section of the manualdescribes the process forconfiguring a memory channel forCTCSS or DCS operation andmanually programming a knowncode. For more information onusing the CTCSS and DCSfeature while scanning, see “UsingCTCSS and DCS” on Page 50.
To program channel memories forCTCSS or DCS operation, followthese steps:
1. First, enter a conventionalfrequency. See “StoringConventional Frequencies” onPage 30.
2. Once you have entered thefrequency, press MODE untilthe desired mode appears inthe upper left hand corner ofthe display. Use CT forCTCSS, and DC for DCS.
3. By default, the search code(indicated with SEARCH in thebottom of the display) isprogrammed. To program aspecific code, press FUNC,
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MODE, and then use thearrow keys to scroll to thedesired CTCSS or DCS code.You can also use the keypadto enter the code manually.Note that the scanner willautomatically fill the code fieldas you enter the code.
4. Once the desired code isselected, press ENTER tostore the code in the channelmemory.
5. It is possible to programmemory channels for CTCSSor DCS operation at any time.Simply place the scanner inprogram mode, navigate tothe channel you wish tochange, and follow the stepsabove.
6. When stopped on an activeconventional channel whilescanning, you can pressMODE to cycle through thevalid modes for that channel,including CTCSS and DCS.This will reset any stored CTor DC code to the searchcode, allowing you to easilycheck for other CT or DCcodes that may be present onthe frequency.Ô
CTCSS Code Table:
Ô NOTE Ô CTCSS, DCS and digitalvoice all operateindependently of eachother. If a channel isconfigured for CTCSS orDCS, it will not be able todecode digitaltransmissions. Use theFM mode when mixedanalog and digital voicereception is desired.
67.0 Hz 94.8 Hz 131.8 Hz 171.3 Hz 203.5 Hz
69.3 Hz 97.4 Hz 136.5 Hz 173.8 Hz 206.5 Hz
71.9 Hz 100.0 Hz 141.3 Hz 177.3 Hz 210.7 Hz
74.4 Hz 103.5 Hz 146.2 Hz 179.9 Hz 218.1 Hz
77.0 Hz 107.2 Hz 151.4 Hz 183.5 Hz 225.7 Hz
79.7 Hz 110.9 Hz 156.7 Hz 186.2 Hz 229.1 Hz
82.5 Hz 114.8 Hz 159.8 Hz 189.9 Hz 233.6 Hz
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DCS Code Table:
GENERAL PROGRAMMING NOTES
Storing Text TagsYou can customize your scannerby storing text tags (up to 12characters) for easy identificationof channel transmissions, trunkIDs, or banks.
Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel
1. Navigate to the channel thatyou wish to label using directchannel entry, or orFUNC or
2. Press PGM. M in the displaychanges to P to indicateprogram mode.
85.4 Hz 118.8 Hz 162.2 Hz 192.8 Hz 241.8 Hz
88.5 Hz 123.0 Hz 165.5 Hz 196.6 Hz 250.3 Hz
91.5 Hz 127.3 Hz 167.9 Hz 199.5 Hz 254.1 Hz
6 50 125 174 255 343 445 526 703
7 51 131 205 261 346 446 532 712
15 53 132 212 263 351 452 546 723
17 54 134 214 265 356 454 565 731
21 65 141 223 266 364 455 606 732
23 71 143 225 271 365 462 612 734
25 72 145 226 274 371 464 624 743
26 73 152 243 306 411 465 627 754
31 74 155 244 311 412 466 631
32 114 156 245 315 413 503 632
36 115 162 246 325 423 506 654
43 116 165 251 331 431 516 662
47 122 172 252 332 432 523 664
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3. Press TEXT. A cursor willappear at the third line.
4. Enter the text using thenumeral keys (see “Text InputChart” on Page 48).Ô
For example, to identify achannel as “FIRE Ch 6” (for“Fire Channel 6”):
“F” is the third letterassociated with 3 on thekeypad. Press 3, and then 3.
“I” is the third letter associatedwith 4 on the keypad. Press 4,and then 3.
“R” is the third letterassociated with 7 on thekeypad. Press 7, and then 3.
“E” is the second letterassociated with 3 on thekeypad. Press 3, and then 2.
Space is entered by pressing./DELAY.
“C” is the third letterassociated with 2 on thekeypad. Press 2, and then 3.
“h” is the second letterassociated with 4 on thekeypad. Press 4, and thenFUNC (for the lower caseset),and then press 2.
Space is entered by pressing./DELAY.
“6” is the sixth numberassociated with 1 on thekeypad. Press 1, and then 6.
Ô NOTE Ô If you make a mistake,press or to move tothe character you wantto change, or CLR tobackspace and deleteunwanted characters, orpress and hold CLR toabort the text entry.
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5. Press ENTER to store the textwith the channel.
Assigning a Text Tag to a Group ID
1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK.
3. Press FUNC then or toselect the desired bank.
4. Press TRUNK to select thedesired sub-bank.
5. Press or hold down or toselect the desired group ID.
6. Press TEXT then enter thetext using the numeral keys(see “Text Input Chart” onPage 48). Use , , or CLRto edit your entry, or pressand hold CLR to abort the textentry.
7. Press ENTER to store the textwith the ID.
Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel Storage BankSelect a channel within thedesired channel storage bank bypressing MAN and entering thechannel storage bank number(000 for bank 0 or 200 for bank 2,for example). Press MAN again.
1. Press PGM.
2. Press FUNC, and then 7. Thecursor appears at the thirdline of the display. Enter thetext using the keypad. (See“Text Input Chart”). Use ,
, or CLR to edit your entry,
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or press and hold CLR toabort the text entry.
3. Press ENTER to store the textwith the bank.Ô
Text Input Chart
OPERATING YOUR SCANNER
INITIAL PREPARATION
Turning on the Scanner and Setting Squelch
1. To turn on the scanner, turnVOLUME clockwise. DSP loading message and Welcome To Digital Trunking appears inthe display. After about 5seconds, you might hear arushing sound. Then adjust
Ô NOTES Ô • To enter a number,
press 1, then pressthe desired numberyou want to enter.
• To enter a lowercasecharacter or acharacter from thesecond set for thekey 0, press FUNCafter pressing the firstnumeral key.
Press Character Press Character
1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
2 A B C 2 FUNC a b c
3 D E F 3 FUNC d e f
4 G H I 4 FUNC g h i
5 J K L 5 FUNC j k l
6 M N O 6 FUNC m n o
7 P Q R S 7 FUNC p q r s
8 T U V 8 FUNC t u v
9 W X Y Z 9 FUNC w x y z
0 . - # _ @ + * & / , 0 FUNC $ % ! ^ ( ) ? -> ‘ <-
./DELAY Space CL Backspace
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VOLUME to a comfortablelevel.
2. Turn SQUELCH fullycounterclockwise until theindicator points to MIN, thenturn SQUELCH clockwise untilthe rushing sound stops.
3. To turn off the scanner, turnVOLUME counterclockwise toOFF.Ô
ScanningTo begin scanning channels or tostart scanning again aftermonitoring a specific channel,press SCAN.Ô
The scanner scans through allchannels (except those you havelocked out) in the active channelstorage banks (see “TurningChannel Storage Banks Off andOn” on Page 49 and “Locking OutChannels or Frequencies” onPage 67).
Turning Channel Storage Banks Off and OnTo turn off channel storage bankswhile scanning, press the bank'snumber key so the bank's numberdisappears. For example, to turnoff bank 1, press 1. The scannerdoes not scan any of the channelswithin the banks you turned off.
To turn on channel storage bankswhile scanning, press the numberkey until the bank’s numberappears. For example to turn bank1 on again, press 1.
You cannot turn off all channelstorage banks. There must be at
Ô NOTES Ô • The scanner will not
enter scan mode ifthere are nofrequencies stored inchannels, or if allchannels are lockedout in the channelstorage bank(s) thatyou are attempting toscan. In either ofthese cases, thescanner will displayAll channels Locked out! See“Programming YourScanner” onPage 30.
• If SQUELCH isadjusted so youalways hear arushing sound, thescanner will not scanproperly. Rotate thesquelch control untilthe rushing soundstops.
• If SQUELCH isadjusted precisely atthe threshold wherethe rushing soundstops, the radio willbe most sensitive tovery weak signals.The radio may alsoreceive unwantednoise or signals thatare too weak tounderstand. Mostusers prefer toposition the squelchcontrol a little bit pastthe point of thresholdto avoid receivingnoise or signals thatare too weak tounderstand.
• You must storefrequencies intochannels before thescanner can scanthem. The scannerdoes not scanthrough emptychannels.
• To change thescanning direction,press or whilescanning.
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least one active channel storagebank.
You can manually select anychannel in a channel storagebank, even if the bank is turnedoff.
Monitoring a Single Channel/Battery Save CircuitYou can monitor a single channelwith your scanner by navigating tothat channel while in manualmode. The scanner will receivetraffic on the selected frequency.
Your scanner features a batterysave circuit that is automaticallyactivated any time you manuallyselect a channel. The battery savemode works by allowing thereceiver to “sleep” briefly whilewaiting for a call on the selectedchannel. The battery save circuit isdisabled when the scanner istuned to a channel in programmode.
Using CTCSS and DCSYour scanner’s advanced, DSPbased CTCSS and DCS decoderallows you to listen only to thegroup that is of interest to you byspecifying the group’s specificCTCSS or DCS code for a certainfrequency. CTCSS and DCS canalso help reduce instances whereinterfering signals cause yourscanner to stop on onechannel.Ô
When your scanner stops on aconventional frequency that isconfigured for CTCSS or DCS, itchecks for a match between the
Ô NOTES Ô • You can use the
scanner’s delayfeature whilesearching the searchbank. See “Using theDelay Function” onPage 66.
• You can set CTCSSor DCS mode whensearching any searchrange, except forSR0, SR1, and SR4.The scanner willdisplay detectedCTCSS or DCScodes depending onthe mode setting. See“Using CTCSS andDCS” on Page 50.
• The scanner does notsearch locked-outfrequencies whilesearching ranges.See “Locking OutChannels orFrequencies” onPage 67.
• You can use thePAUSE key totemporarily pause thesearch operation. Thescanner will remainon the frequency thatwas active whenPAUSE was presseduntil you pressPAUSE again. Youcan simply listen tothe radio traffic on thepaused frequency, orperform copyoperations to savethe frequency to achannel before youresume your search(see “UsingFrequency Copy” onPage 61).
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transmitted CTCSS or DCS codeand the code that is stored withthe channel memory. If thetransmitted and stored codesmatch, the scanner stops on thetransmission and allows the audioto pass to the speaker. If thecodes do not match, the scannerresumes scan operation. If thespecial “search” code is in use, thescanner will instantly display anydetected CTCSS code ifprogrammed for CTCSS mode, orDCS code if programmed for DCScode. You can store the detectedcode into the channel memory bypressing ENTER while the code isdisplayed.
For more information about yourscanner’s receive modes,including CTCSS and DCS, see“Understanding Your Scanner’sChannel Receive Modes” onPage 19. For information onprogramming memory channelsfor CTCSS or DCS operation, see“Programming channels forCTCSS and DCS operation” onPage 42.
Deleting Frequencies from ChannelsIn certain circumstances you maywish to completely clear thecontents of a channel. Oneexample would be to create emptychannels in a selected channelstorage bank so the frequencycopy function has empty channelsavailable for copied frequencies.(See “Copying a Frequency into aVacant Channel in a SpecifiedBank” on Page 63.)
1. Press PGM.
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2. Use the number keys andpress PGM to select thechannel with the frequencyyou want to delete, or use the
or keys to navigate tothe desired channel.
3. Press FUNC, and then CLR.The frequency is cleared,0.0000 appears in the display.
SEARCHING AND TUNING
Finding and Storing Active FrequenciesYou can search for transmissionsusing the scanner’spreprogrammed search banks.The search banks include sixpreprogrammed search ranges,SR0 to SR5. You can change thesearch range of Bank SR6manually by setting the lower andhigher ends of the search range.
SEARCHING A PREPROGRAMMED FREQUENCY RANGEThe scanner contains thesepreprogrammed search ranges,stored in the search bank (SR0-SR6).
Bank_________Band
SR0________Marine
SR1________CB
SR2________FRS/GMRS/MURS
SR3________Police/Fire
SR4________Aircraft
SR5________Ham
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SR6________Limit search (Userconfigurable)
Follow these steps to selectpreprogrammed search bands andsearch them for activefrequencies:
1. Repeatedly press SRCH toselect your desired searchbank (SR0, SR1, SR2, SR3,SR4, SR5, or SR6).
2. In the marine and CB bands,you can directly select achannel or search through theband. When M appears at theleft most position of thesecond line, you can directlyselect a channel (refer to“Search Band Charts” onPage 54). Use the numerickeypad to select a specifictwo digit channel number (forexample, press1 6 to select Channel 16, or0 5 to select channel 5). Youcan also change the channelsby pressing or .
There are several groupbanks in SR2 Police/Fire andSR4 ham bands. You can turnon the groups by pressing thegroup numbers. For example,to turn off group 0, press 0.
3. Press FUNC, and then SRCHwhile M is displayed. M changes to S and now youcan search through the band.Press FUNC, and then SRCHagain to return to the previousmode.
4. Rotate SQUELCH clockwiseand leave it set to a point just
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after the rushing sound stops.After 2 seconds (if the delayfeature is on), the receivedfrequency appears and thescanner starts searching.
5. When the scanner finds anactive frequency, it stopssearching, and resumes whenthe transmission ends. Ifdelay is programmed with thesearch range the scanner willpause for a reply beforesearch resumes.
Search Band ChartsSearch bank:SR0 Marine bandÔ
Receive mode: FM/Digital
Ô NOTE Ô Two frequencies areassigned in one channelin some Marinefrequencies. Forexample, 157.000 and161.600 are assigned inChannel 20.
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
01 156.0500 05 156.2500
06 156.3000 07 156.3500
08 156.4000 09 156.4500
10 156.5000 11 156.5500
12 156.6000 13 156.6500
14 156.7000 15 156.7500
16 156.8000 17 156.8500
18 156.9000 19 156.9500
20157.0000161.6000
21 157.0500
22 157.1000 23 157.1500
24157.2000161.8000
25157.2500161.8500
26157.3000161.9000
27157.3500161.9500
28157.4000162.0000
63 156.1750
64156.2250160.8250
65 156.2750
66 156.3250 67 156.3750
68 156.4250 69 156.4750
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Search bank:SR1 CB band
Receive mode: AM
70 156.5250 71 156.5750
72 156.6250 73 156.6750
74 156.7250 77 156.8750
78 156.9250 79 156.9750
80 157.0250 81 157.0750
82 157.1250 83 157.1750
84157.2250161.8250
85157.2750161.8750
86157.3250161.9250
87157.3750161.9750
88 157.4250
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
01 26.9650 02 26.9750
03 26.9850 04 27.0050
05 27.0150 06 27.0250
07 27.0350 08 27.0550
09 27.0650 10 27.0750
11 27.0850 12 27.1050
13 27.1150 14 27.1250
15 27.1350 16 27.1550
17 27.1650 18 27.1750
19 27.1850 20 27.2050
21 27.2150 22 27.2250
23 27.2550 24 27.2350
25 27.2450 26 27.2650
27 27.2750 28 27.2850
29 27.2950 30 27.3050
31 27.3150 32 27.3250
33 27.3350 34 27.3450
35 27.3550 36 27.3650
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Search bank:SR2 FRS/GMRS/MURS
Receive Mode:FM/Digital, CT or DC
37 27.3750 38 27.3850
39 27.3950 40 27.4050
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
Channel Frequency (MHz) Channel Frequency (MHz)
01 462.5625 02 462.5875
03 462.6125 04 462.6375
05 462.6625 06 462.6875
07 462.7125 08 467.5625
09 467.5875 10 467.6125
11 467.6375 12 467.6625
13 467.6875 14 467.7125
15 462.5500 16 462.5750
17 462.6000 18 462.6250
19 462.6500 20 462.6750
21 462.7000 22 462.7250
23 151.8200 24 151.8800
25 151.9400 26 154.5700
27 154.6000
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Search bank:SR3 Police/Fire band
Receive Mode:FM/Digital, CT or DC
Group Frequency (MHz) Step (kHz)
0
33.420 – 33.980 20
37.020 – 37.420 20
39.020 – 39.980 20
42.020 – 42.940 20
44.620 – 45.860 40
45.880
45.900
45.940 – 46.060 40
46.080 – 46.500 20
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153.770 – 154.130 60
154.145 – 154.445 15
154.650 – 154.950 15
155.010 – 155.370 60
155.415 – 155.700 15
155.730 – 156.210 60
158.730 – 159.210 60
166.250
170.150
2
453.0375 – 453.9625 12.5
458.0375 – 458.9625 12.5
460.0125 – 460.6375 12.5
465.0125 – 465.6375 12.5
3856.2125 – 860.9875 25
866.0125 – 868.9875 12.5
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Search bank: SR4 Aircraft
Receive mode: AM
Search bank: SR5 Ham band
Receive mode:FM/Digital, CT, DC or AM(depending on group)
Search bank:SR6 Programmable limit search
Receive mode:FM/Digital, AM, CT or DC
Searching Active Frequencies inYour Desired Frequency Range
You can search a specific range offrequencies by programming SR6with lower and upper frequencylimits.
1. Press PGM then SRCH. PSR(Program Search) appears inthe top line and the cursorblinks L on the second line forthe lower limit frequency.
2. Use the number keys and./DELAY to enter the desiredlower limit frequency(including the decimal point).
Frequency (MHz) Step (kHz)
108.000 – 136.9875 12.5
Group Frequency (MHz) Step (kHz)
0 28.0000 – 2937000 5
1 50.0000 – 54.0000 5
2 144.0000 – 148.0000 5
3 222.0000 – 225.0000 5
4 420.0000 – 450.0000 12.5
5 1240.0000 – 1300.0000 6.25
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3. Press ENTER to set the lowerlimit frequency. The cursormoves to upper frequencyfield. If the entered frequencyis incorrect, Invalid Freq brieflyappears in the scanner’sdisplay.
4. Enter your desired upperfrequency and press ENTER.
5. Rotate SQUELCH clockwiseand leave it set to a point justafter the rushing sound stops.
6. Press SRCH to startsearching. When the scannerfinds an active frequency, itstops searching.
USING ZEROMATICYou can set Zeromatic on or off bypressing FUNC then 0. Press FUNC,and then 0 again to toggle theZeromatic setting. When thisfeature is turned on, Zeromatic ONbriefly appears in the display, thenz appears at the first digit of thesecond line. When searching withZeromatic on, the scanner willautomatically tune to the correctcenter frequency (or the stepincrement closest to the correctcenter frequency). Whensearching with Zeromatic off, thescanner will unmute faster on adetected signal but the frequencymay not be exact. If the scannerstops on a signal before it reachesthe correct center frequency, youcan step up or down to the correctfrequency using the or keys.Zeromatic functions only in searchbanks 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
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USING SEEK SEARCHWhile the scanner is searching,you can activate seek search bypressing FUNC then 7. Seek ONappears on the bottom line. Thescanner stops on each activefrequency for five seconds andresumes searching automatically.Seek functions only in searchbanks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
• You can copy and save afrequency into a specifiedbank, channel, or prioritychannel when the scannerfinds an active frequency. See“Using Frequency Copy” onPage 61 to save thefrequency. The frequencycopy works only in searchbanks 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6.
• There are several groupbanks in SR2 Police/Fire andSR4 ham bands. You can turnoff or on the groups bypressing the group numbers.For example, to toggle groupbank 0, press 0.
• In the Air and Limit searchbands, press FUNC then press
to start searching up fromthe lowest frequency or press
to start searching downfrom the highest frequency.
• You can press or at anytime to change the searchdirection, or force a searchresume while stopped on anactive frequency.
• Use or while paused toincrement the frequency onestep at a time.
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MANUALLY TUNING A FREQUENCYYou can manually set the scannerto move through all receivablefrequencies, or select a specificfrequency as a starting point.
1. Press TUNE. TUNE and thecurrent frequency appear inthe display. The scannerautomatically begins tuningup or down.
2. Use the number keys to enterthe frequency where you wantthe scanner to start.
3. Press ENTER. After twoseconds the scanner willautomatically tune from theentered frequency.
4. Press or to change thedirection of the tune. Whenthe scanner finds an activefrequency, it stops on thefrequency.Ô
USING FREQUENCY COPYYou can easily copy a frequencyinto a specified channel, a vacantchannel in a specified bank, or apriority channel. This featureprovides and easy method ofstoring frequencies of interest youencounter while searching ortuning. Ô
Ô NOTES Ô Manually Tuning a FrequencyIf you press PAUSEwhile tuning, the scannerstops tuning and**PAUSED** appears inthe display. PressPAUSE again, and thescanner resumes tuning.While tune mode ispaused, you can step upor down one frequencyat a time by using theor keys.
Using Frequency CopyYou cannot copy afrequency from theMarine search bands.
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COPYING A FREQUENCY INTO A SPECIFIED CHANNELYou can copy a frequency into aspecified channel when thescanner stops on that frequencyduring search mode or manualtuning. If a CTCSS or DCS code isdetected on the transmission, thedetected code will be copied intothe channel memory as well.Ô
1. Press FUNC, and then PGMwhen you find a frequency.Chan Store? appears on thebottom line. After about 1second, the frequency to becopied flashes on theindicator.
2. Press the desired bank andthe channel number whereyou want to store thefrequency. The displayindicates the bank andchannel number, and brieflydisplays the frequency that iscurrently programmed into theselected channel. You canrepeat this step as neededuntil you find an acceptabledestination channel. Afterabout 1 second, thefrequency to be copiedflashes.
3. Press ENTER. All theconditions such as receivemode and delay condition arecopied onto the channel.Chan Store! briefly appears inthe scanner’s display. Thescanner automatically returnsto search mode.
Ô NOTE Ô If you try to copy afrequency that is alreadystored, the scannersounds the notice tone 3times after you pressENTER. Dupl.f Chxxx appears at the bottomline. If you want to copythe duplicate frequencyanyway, press ENTER,or if not, press CLR tocancel.
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COPYING A FREQUENCY INTO A VACANT CHANNEL IN A SPECIFIED BANKYou can copy a frequency into avacant channel in a specified bankwhen the scanner stops on thefrequency during search or tunemode.Ô
1. Press FUNC, and then ENTERwhen you find a frequencyyou want to copy. Bank9 Store? appears in the scanner’sdisplay.
2. If you want to copy thefrequency into bank 9, pressENTER. It is stored in the firstavailable vacant channel inthe bank. Or, press yourdesired bank number to store,then press ENTER to store thefrequency in the selectedbank. Chan Store! appears for 2seconds. All the conditionssuch as receiving mode anddelay condition are copied onthe channel. After about 2seconds, the scannerautomatically returns tosearch mode.
COPING A FREQUENCY INTO THE PRIORITY CHANNELYou can copy a frequency into thepriority channel (see“Programming the PriorityChannel” on Page 40) when thescanner stops on the frequencyduring Search, Scan, Manual,Tune, or WX mode.
Ô NOTE Ô If you try to copy afrequency that is alreadystored in the samebaqnk, the scannersounds the notice tone 3times after you pressENTER. Dupl.f Chxxx appears at the bottomline. If you want to copythe duplicate frequencyanyway, press ENTER,or if not, press CLR tocancel.
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Press FUNC, and then PRI whenthe frequency is on the display.The display flashes twice and thefrequency is copied to the prioritychannel.
SPECIAL FEATURES
LISTENING TO THE WEATHER BANDThe FCC (FederalCommunications Commission)has allocated channels for use bythe National Oceanic andAtmospheric Administration(NOAA). Regulatory agencies inother countries have alsoallocated channels for use by theirweather reporting authorities.
NOAA and your local weatherreporting authority broadcast yourlocal forecast and regionalweather information on one ormore of these channels.
LISTENING TO A WEATHER CHANNELTo hear your local forecast andregional weather information,press WX. Your scanner scansthrough the weather band thenstops on the first active weatherfrequency. Press WX repeatedly tofind the strongest weatherfrequency for your location. Ifnecessary, use ATT to applyattenuation to weather channelswith interference.
SAME Standby ModeThe National Weather Serviceprecedes each weather alert with
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a digitally encoded SAME(Specific Area Message Encoding)signal, then a 1050 Hz tone. TheSAME signal includes a FIPS(Federal Information ProcessingStandard) area code, and anevent code that corresponds withthe type of alert being sent. Youcan configure your scanner tooperate in SAME Standby mode,where it monitors a selectedweather radio station for SAMEalerts for areas you specify. Youcan program your scanner with upto 10 FIPS codes for the areas youdesire. The National WeatherService maintains a current list ofFIPS codes athttp:// www.nws.noaa.gov/nwr/ .
To configure your scanner forSAME Standby mode, follow thesesteps:
1. Press WX until you identify theweather station with thestrongest signal for yourlocation.
2. Press FUNC, and then PROGto access the FIPS code entrytable.
3. Use the or keys to selectthe desired FIPS codestorage location.
4. Use the numeric keys to enterthe desired FIPS code, andthen press ENTER to store thecode. Press TEXT to label thecode entry with analphanumeric text table ifdesired. Repeat this processfor all the FIPS codes that youwish to store.
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5. Press L/OUT to lock out orenable specific FIPS entries.
6. Press WX to exit the FIPScode entry table.Ô
7. Press FUNC, and then WX toinitiate SAME standby. Thescanner will monitor theselected weather radio stationfor alerts with FIPS codes thatmatch the codes you enteredin the FIPS entry table. To exitSAME standby, press FUNC,and then WX.
Weather Alert Alarm DemonstrationTo hear the SAME weather alertalarms, press WX for more than 2seconds while SAME Standby isactive.
The display indicates the type ofmessage, and the scanner soundsthe alarm associated with that typeof message. The alarm soundchanges automatically every 3seconds.
Press any key except LIGHT toend the alarm demonstrationmode.
USING THE DELAY FUNCTIONYou can configure yourconventional, non-trunkedchannels for a 2 second delay toavoid missing reply traffic on thesame channel. When delay is setfor a conventional channel, thescanner will pause for reply trafficbefore resuming the scanoperation.
Ô NOTES Ô • Press WX, then the
numeric keys 0-9 toquickly review storedFIPS codes. PressL/OUT to togglelockout status.
• Your scanner canalso detect the 1050Hz weather alert tonewhen a weatherchannel is set as thepriority channel andweather priorityoperation is enabled.(see “Programming aWeather Channel asPriority” on Page 41).In this mode all alertsare received. FIPSsettings are ignored.
• The scanner soundsan alert or beepwhen it receives theSAME code. If youdo not stop the alert(or beep) for fiveminutes, the alertstops and thescanner beeps everyten seconds. If thescanner receives anew message afterfive minutes, itsounds the alert orbeep. To stop thesound and ready thescanner to receive anew alert signalbefore the five minutetime out, press anykey except LIGHT.
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To toggle the delay setting for achannel, press./DELAY.Ô
LOCKING OUT CHANNELS OR FREQUENCIESYou can lock out channels to forcethe scanner to skip and ignore anytraffic while scanning. You canalso lock out up to 50 frequencieswhile searching to skip undesiredtransmissions.
Locking Out ChannelsTo lock out a channel whilescanning, press L/OUT when thescanner stops on the channel.
To lock out a channel manually,select the channel then pressL/OUT so L appears in thescanner’s display.Ô
To remove the lockout from achannel, manually select thechannel and press L/OUT so Ldisappears.
Reviewing the Lock-Out ChannelsTo review all locked out channels,press MAN, and then repeatedlypress FUNC and then L/OUT. Thescanner will advance to the nextlocked out channel each time youpress FUNC, and then L/OUT.
Locking Out Search FrequenciesTo lock out a frequency during asearch, press L/OUT when thescanner stops on that frequency.The scanner will lock out thefrequency and continuessearching.Ô
Ô NOTES Ô Using the Delay Function• Delay is
automatically set asthe default for eachchannel when youturn on the scanner.
• The delay functionoperates differentlywhen monitoringtrunked radiosystems. For moreinformation, see“Trunked DelayFunction” onPage 90.
Locking Out Channels• You can still
manually select andmonitor locked-outchannels.
• Locking out achannel with anactive trunkingcontrol channel willdisable monitoring ofthat trunking system.
Locking Out Search Frequencies• You can lock out as
many as 50frequencies in eachsearch bank. If youtry to lock out more,Memory full! will appearin the display, andyou will be unable tolock out any morefrequencies untilsome have beencleared. See““Clearing a Locked-Out SearchFrequency” onPage 68”.
• If you lock out allfrequencies in onesearch bank and onlythis search bank isactivated, All ranges Locked out! appears inthe display and thescanner will notsearch.
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Reviewing Locked-Out Search FrequenciesTo review the frequencies within asearch bank that you locked out:
1. Press SRCH to set searchmode, and select the desiredsearch bank to review itslocked out frequencies.
2. Press FUNC and then L/OUT.The last locked-out frequencyand Lockout list appear. Press
or to scroll through thelist. The locked-out numberand the total locked-outnumber also appears asL/O XX of YY. (The tenth oftwenty five locked outfrequencies would appear asL/O 10 of 25). If the search bankhas no locked-outfrequencies, Empty. Lockout list appears in the scanner’sdisplay. Press SRCH to cancelreviewing locked-outfrequencies.
Clearing a Locked-Out Search FrequencyTo clear a locked-out frequency,select that frequency (see““Reviewing the Lock-OutChannels”), and then press CLR.
If all locked-out frequencies arecleared within a channel storagebank, Empty. Lockout list appears inthe scanner’s display.
Clearing All Locked-Out Frequencies in a Search Bank
1. Press SEARCH.
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2. Select the search bank inwhich you want to clear alllocked-out frequencies.
3. Press FUNC and then pressL/OUT. Lockout list appears inthe scanner’s display.
4. Press FUNC and then 6. Thescanner will display Confirm list clear? 1=YES Press other key for NO. Press 1 to clear alllocked-out frequencies.List cleared appears for about2 seconds. Press any keyother than 1 to cancel clear.
CHANGING THE RECEIVE MODEThe scanner defaults to thecommonly used AM or FM/Digitalreceive mode for each frequencyrange. The preset mode is correctin most cases. However, someamateur radio transmissions andtrunked systems do not operate inthe preset mode. If you try to listento a transmission when thescanner is not set to the correctreceive mode, the transmissionmight sound weak or distorted.
To change the receive mode,repeatedly press MODE. Thereceive mode changes as follows:
AM – configures the channel forAM mode.
FM/DIGITAL– configures thechannel for the FM/DIGITALmode.
CT – configures the channel forCTCSS mode.
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DC – configures the channel forDCS mode.
MO – configures the channel forthe MO mode for analog or digitalMotorola trunking systemchannels, or APCO-25 trunkingsystem channels.Ô
ED – configures the channel forthe ED mode for EDACS trunkingsystem channels.
USING THE ATTENUATORTo reduce interference or noisecaused by strong signals, you canreduce the scanner’s sensitivitywith the attenuator.
There are two attenuator modes inyour scanner. Normal attenuatormode allows you to set theattenuator on a per-channel basis.Normal mode is useful whenindividual channels are found tobe prone to interference.
Global attenuator mode appliesattenuation to every channel in thescanner, and overrides any normalmode attenuator settings that youmay have entered
To assign attenuation to a channelin the scanner:
Press ATT when the scanner isstopped on a channel, or bymanually navigating to a channelby using direct channel entry orpressing the or arrow keys. A will appear in the top line of thedisplay. Press ATT again to toggleattenuation off.
Ô NOTE Ô MO and ED modes arenot available whenperforming servicesearches, limit searchesand the TUNE function.
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To assign attenuation to a searchbank:
Press ATT while searching.Attenuation will be applied to theactive search bank, or searchgroup within a search bank. PressATT again to turn attenuationoff.Ô
To use the global attenuator:
1. Press FUNC and then ATT toset the attenuator to globalmode. Global ATT will appearfor 2 seconds at the bottomline, and then ATT- appears inthe scanner’s display whilescanning.
2. Press ATT to activate theattenuator. ATTon appears inthe bottom line of the display.When the scanner is stoppedon a channel or searching, awill appear in the top line ofthe display. Press ATT totoggle global attenuation off.ATT- appears on the bottomline of the display whilescanning.
3. Press FUNC and then ATTagain to turn off the globalattenuation mode. Normal ATTappears on the bottom line forabout 2 seconds.
TURNING THE KEY TONE ON AND OFFEach time you press any of thescanner’s keys, the scannersounds a tone. You can turn thescanner’s key tone off or on.
Ô NOTES Ô • The attenuator is
very effective atreducing strongsignal overloadinterference whenusing the scanner inareas close tocellular telephonetransmitting facilities.
• If you turn on theattenuator, thescanner might notreceive weak signals.
• Activating the normalattenuator mode on aMotorola or APCO
Project 25 trunkingcontrol channel willapply attenuation toall calls received onthat trunking system.You can press ATT
during a trunking callor while manuallytuned to a systemcontrol channel totoggle attenuation onor off for the trunking
system.
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1. If the scanner is on, turnVOLUME OFF/MAXcounterclockwise until it clicksto turn the scanner off.
2. Turn VOLUME OFF/MAXclockwise to turn the scanneron. Welcome To Digital Trunkingappears in the scanner’sdisplay.
3. While Welcome To Digital Trunking appears, press 1 toturn on the key tone or 2 toturn it off.
USING THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHTYour PRO-96 features a backlitkeypad and display for easyviewing and use in darkenvironments. There are threebacklight modes you can choosefrom to control backlight activation,Normal mode, Keypress mode,and first keypress Ignore mode.
In Normal mode, press 7 toactivate the backlight. Thebacklight will activate and remainon for the factory default setting of5 seconds. The backlightcontinues to remain on while youare operating the keypad. To turnoff the backlight before itautomatically turns off, press 7again.
In Keypress mode, the backlightwill light automatically when youpress any key on the keypad, andfunction as described above inNormal mode. This mode is usefulif you want the backlight to comeon automatically when you
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perform an operation using thekeypad.
In Ignore mode, the backlightfunctions as described inKeypress mode, except that thescanner ignores the first keypress.This mode is useful when you wishto quickly illuminate the displayand keypad without having tosearch for the 7 key. The firstkeypress is ignored, and thescanner sounds the low pitchederror beep to remind you that thefirst key pressed to activate thebacklight is ignored by thescanner.
In any backlight mode, you canpress and hold 7 for about 1second to force the backlight onfull time. Press 7 while thebacklight is on to turn it off.
You can also change the backlightmode and duration.
1. If the scanner is on, turn it offand back on again. Welcome To Digital Trunking appears inthe scanner’s display.
2. While Welcome To Digital Trunking appears, pressLIGHT.
3. Press or to select thedesired backlight mode andduration. Selecting 3, 5, 10 or20 sets the backlight mode fornormal operation for theselected duration. SelectingK3, K5, K10 or K20 sets thebacklight mode for Keypressoperation for the selectedduration. Selecting I3, I5, I10or I20 sets the backlight mode
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for Ignore operation for theselected duration.
4. Press ENTER to store yourselection.
USING THE KEYLOCKOnce you program your scanner,you can protect it from accidentalprogram changes by turning onthe key lock feature. When thekeypad is locked, the only controlsthat operate are FUNC, å/ 7SQUELCH, and VOLUME.
You cannot activate the key lockwhile you are entering a frequencyinto a channel.
1. To turn on the key lock, pressFUNC and then å/ 7 Key locked appears for about 1second. Key locked. appearswhen you press any key afterlocking the keypad, and thescanner sounds the lowpitched Invalid tone.
2. To turn off the key lock, pressFUNC and then å/ 7. Thescanner beeps three timesand Key unlocked appears inthe scanner’s display.
CHANGING THE DISPLAY CONTRAST
1. Press MANUAL.
2. Press FUNC and then 9. Use Up/Down keys to set contrast.appears in the scanner’sdisplay.
3. Press or to adjust thecontrast.
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4. Press ENTER to set thedisplay contrast.
WORKING WITHV-SCANNERSThe PRO-96 V-Scanner (VirtualScanner) feature allows you toedit, store, recall and use up toeleven full sets of scannermemory profiles. With V-Scannersit is possible to create separatescanner memory profiles fordifferent areas you visit or differentways that you use the scanner.
Your scanner contains two typesof storage memory. Workingmemory is the memory that yourscanner uses while you areprogramming, cloning, or usingyour scanner. V-Scannermemory is the memory that yourscanner uses to store savedconfigurations in V-Scannerfolders for later recall and use.Your scanner features tenV-Scanner folders (0-9) forconfiguration storage. Anadditional “scratchpad” V-Scannerfolder can be accessed with thedecimal point (.) key and isindicated in the display with the “#”symbol. The scratchpad folderoffers a convenient location totemporarily store the contents ofworking memory when managingthe V-Scanner memory.
Working with V-Scanner folders ismuch like working with computerapplication files, such asspreadsheets and wordprocessing documents. Anyprogramming changes you maketo the scanner’s working memory
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can be saved to one of the ten V-Scanner folders, or the scratchpadfolder. When you save workingmemory to a V-Scanner folder, allsettings contained in workingmemory are saved, includingchannels, talkgroups, lockoutstatus, contrast settings, etc.Previously saved V-Scannerfolders can be recalled and loadedinto working memory. You canalso erase the contents of V-Scanner folders, or move thecontents of one folder to anotherusing working memory. V-Scannerfolder names are stored in Line 4from the Welcome screen thatappears when you first power onthe scanner. You can change thecontents of line 4 from the currentworking memory configuration.This information is saved whenyou store the V-Scanner.
Follow these steps to edit the V-Scanner name stored in Line 4 ofthe Welcome screen:
1. Press PGM
2. Press FUNC, TEXT. Thescanner will display the Line 4edit screen with a flashingcursor:
3. Use standard text entryprocedures to enter a V-Scanner name, up to 12characters long. Press ENTERwhen finished. Refer to the“Text Input Chart” on Page 48for more information on textentry.
You can only change the name ofa V-Scanner while it is loaded into
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working memory. It is not possibleto change the V-Scanner foldername from the V-Scanner menus.Always use FUNC, TEXT while inprogram mode to assign a V-Scanner folder name to thecurrent working memory. Thisname will be stored with the V-Scanner when it is saved, and willappear while you are performingV-Scanner operations. If you pressTEXT while in a V-Scanneroperations menu, you will beprompted to use FUNC,TEXT whilein program mode to assign orchange the name of the V-Scanner folder.
Follow these steps to perform V-Scanner operations:
1. Press PGM
2. Press FUNC, PGM. Thescanner will display the V-Scanner menu:
Select the option thatcorresponds with the functionthat you wish to execute.
3. If you want to save thecontents of the scanner’sworking memory to a V-Scanner folder, press 1. Thescanner will display:
Press the number key thatcorresponds with the V-Scanner folder you wish tosave the current configurationto, or press CLR to return tothe V-Scanner menu. Yourselected folder location andthe name of any previouslystored V-Scanner will appearin the display. For example,
V-Scanner 1-SAVE 2-LOAD 3-DELCL to EXIT
Save to V-Scanner: ENTER if YESCL to EXIT
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assume you are saving to V-Scanner folder 1, and havepreviously stored a V-Scannerconfiguration with the name“My V-Scanner” in thatlocation. If you choose V-Scanner Folder 1, thescanner will display:
Press ENTER to accept thechoice, another number keyto change your selection, orCLR to abort and return to theV-Scanner menu. Thescanner gives you one finalopportunity to abort beforeproceeding:
Press ENTER to confirm yourchoice and proceed with theV-Scanner save operation.
While saving, the scanner willdisplay:
The contents of the selectedV-Scanner folder will bereplaced with your currentworking memory data.
4. To load the contents of a V-Scanner folder to thescanner’s working memory,press 2. The scanner willdisplay:
Press the number key thatcorresponds with the V-Scanner folder you wish toload into the scanner’sworking memory, or pressCLR to return to the V-Scanner menu. If you select aV-Scanner folder, the scannerwill prompt you to verify yourchoice. For example, if you
Save to V-Scanner: 1ENTER if YESMy V-Scanner
Save to V-Scanner: 1ENT= CONFIRMMy V-Scanner
Saving to V-Scanner: 1Please Wait
Load from V-Scanner: ENTER if YESCL to EXIT
Load from V-Scanner: 1ENTER if YESMy V-Scanner
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choose V-Scanner Folder 1,the scanner will display:
Press ENTER to accept thechoice, another number keyto change your selection, orCLR to abort and return to theV-Scanner menu. Thescanner gives you one finalopportunity to abort beforeproceeding:
While loading, the scannerwill display:
The contents of the scanner’scurrent working memory willbe replaced with the data fromthe selected V-Scanner folder.
5. To delete the contents of a V-Scanner folder, select 3. Thescanner will display:
Press the number key thatcorresponds with the V-Scanner folder you wish toclear, or press CLR to returnto the V-Scanner menu. If youselect a V-Scanner folder, thescanner will display the nameof the V-Scanner currentlystored in that folder, andprompt you to verify yourchoice. For example, if youchoose V-Scanner Folder 1,the scanner will display:
Press ENTER to accept thechoice, another number keyto change your selection, orCLR to abort and return to theV-Scanner menu. Thescanner gives you one finalopportunity to abort beforeproceeding:
Load from V-Scanner: 1ENT= CONFIRMMy V-Scanner
Loading fromV-Scanner: 1Please Wait
Delete V-Scanner: ENTER if YESCL to EXIT
Delete V-Scanner: 1ENTER if YESMy V-Scanner
Delete V-Scanner: 1ENT = CONFIRMMy V-Scanner
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While the folder is beingcleared, the scanner willdisplay
This display appears after each V-Scanner operation. PressingENTER will return to the main V-Scanner menu. Press CLR to exitthe V-Scanner main menu.
This display appears if a failure isencountered while performing a V-Scanner operation. Press ENTERto try again.
If you wish to create a newconfiguration based on yourcurrent one, save the currentworking memory to a V-Scannerfolder, then edit the workingmemory with your changes. Whenyou are finished with your edits,save your updated workingmemory to a new V-Scannerfolder, leaving the V-Scannerfolder with your originalconfiguration intact. You may thenuse either your originalconfiguration or the modified one.
Be sure to assign a name to eachV-Scanner before you save it to aV-Scanner folder. You assign a V-Scanner name while using theconfiguration in working memoryby pressing PGM, and then FUNC,TEXT. The text you enter here isstored in line 4 of the welcomemessage and saved with thecontents of the V-Scanner whenyou write it to a folder.
You can use the V-Scannerfeature to back up your work. Saveyour configuration to a V-Scannerfolder after you make changes to a
Clearing V-Scanner: 1Please Wait
V-Scanner Operation Complete Press ENTER
V-ScannerOperationFailurePress ENTER
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working memory configuration. Iffor any reason your scanner’sworking memory is accidentallyaltered or lost, you can recall thebackup configuration data from theV-Scanner folder.
There will be an approximately 13second pause after you select thedesired V-Scanner and press theENTER key to confirm your choicewhen saving or loading V-Scannerdata. During this period thescanner is transferring V-Scannerdata to or from working memory. Itis important not to interrupt powerto the scanner while this is takingplace. Loss of power whileperforming V-Scanner operationsmay result in lost data. Thescanner will not allow you toperform a V-Scanner operationwhen a low battery conditionexists. If you attempt to perform aV-Scanner operation with lowbattery power, the scanner willdisplay:
USING THE DIGITAL AGC FUNCTIONYou may find that the audio levelvaries greatly among differentusers on digital systems that youmonitor. Many analogconventional and trunked radiosystems include components withautomatic gain control to helpnormalize the audio levels ofanalog transmissions in thesystem. Digital radio systemstypically do not include anyautomatic gain control functionalityand tend to reproduce a user’svoice audio signal more faithfullywith regard to audio levels. This
V-Scanner Battery Low Aborted CL-EXIT
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can result in a low level audiosignal if a user on the system isnot speaking close enough to theirradio microphone.
Your PRO-96 features DigitalAGC, which can compensate forthese low audio levels when theyoccur. By default, Digital AGC isturned on. If desired, you cantoggle the Digital AGC function onor off by pressing FUNC, and thenMAN at any time. The display willbriefly show DSP AGC Off orDSP AGC On accordingly.Ô
CLONING THE PROGRAMMED DATAYou can transfer the contents ofthe current scanner workingmemory to and from anotherPRO-96 scanner using an optionalconnecting cable with 1/8-inch (3.5mm) phone plugs on both ends(use Radio Shack part number42-2420 available at your localRadioShack store), or to acomputer application designed towork with this scanner using a PCinterface cable (use Radio Shackpart number 20-289, available atyour local RadioShack store).Ô
Follow these steps to clone thedata.
1. Turn on both scanners.
2. Connect the connecting cableto each scanner’s PC/IF jack.CLONE MODE UP to send, remove cable to exit appears in thescanner’s display.
3. Press . Confirm send data? 1=YES Press other key for NO.
Ô NOTES Ô Using the Digital AGC Function• Digital AGC has no
effect on analogtransmissions.
• You may notice morebackground noisewith Digital AGC on.
Cloning the Programmed DataCLONE MODE Incorrect Model appears if thescanner receives datafrom another scannerother than a PRO-96.
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appears in the scanner’sdisplay.
4. Press 1 to send the data tothe other unit or press anyother key to cancel theoperation.
5. The scanner sends the data.Do not disconnect the PC/IFcable or interrupt power toeither scanner while thetransfer is taking place.
6. To exit the clone mode,remove the cable.
TRUNKING SPECIAL FEATURES
TRUNKING OPERATIONYour scanner tracks transmissionsfrom Motorola Type I, II and IIianalog trunked systems, Motoroladigital trunked systems, andAPCO 25 digital trunked systems.Your scanner also followstransmissions on GE/Ericsson/M/A-COM (EDACS) type systems.
Trunking systems allocate a fewfrequencies to many differentusers, and use a control channelto send system activity data to allof the mobile units operating onthe system. When a mobile unitwishes to place a call, it sends acall request signal to the trunkingsystem. The system chooses onefrequency from allocated systemchannels in that trunking systemand announces the start of the callon the control channel. Yourscanner uses the control channel
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data to follow activity on thetalkgroups you wish to monitor.
Traditional conventional radiosystems operate using a singleradio frequency for each group ofradio users, and in some cases,multiple groups sharing the sameradio channel in the samegeographical area. This frequentlyresults in heavy traffic and oftenrequires that radio users wait longperiods for the frequency to clearbefore they can place their calls.Trunked systems allow largegroups of radio users to use radiofrequencies more efficiently.Instead of selecting a specificfrequency to transmit on, atrunked system chooses one ofseveral frequencies when the 2-way radio user transmits. Thesystem automatically transmits thecall on that frequency, and alsosends a code that identifies that 2-way radio user’s transmission on acontrol channel.Ô
Your scanner lets you easily hearboth the call and responsetransmissions for that 2-way radiouser and therefore follow theentire conversation. For Motorola,APCO-25 and EDACS trunkingsystems, the scanner monitors thecontrol channel between eachtransmission to determine activetalkgroups.
Your PRO-96 automaticallycalculates Motorola and APCO-25trunking system voice channelfrequencies while decoding thecontrol channel. This eliminatesthe need to enter all the Motorolasystem frequencies.
Ô NOTES Ô To receive trunkingsignals from a trunkedradio system, you must:• Store all the trunking
control frequenciesfor Motorola orAPCO-25 systems inone channel storagebank, or
• Store all the trunkingsystem frequenciesfor EDACS in onechannel storagebank, and
• Configure thechannel storage bankID list for the type oftrunking systembeing monitored, and
• Enter ID codes intothe ID memory forthe bank
• For detailed trunkedsystem programminginstructions, see“ProgrammingTrunked Systems” onPage 32 and “StoringTalkgroup IDs” onPage 38.
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The control channels for someMotorola trunked radio systemsmay change on a day-to-daybasis. To ensure that you will notmiss traffic when the controlchannel changes, enter all theknown control channelfrequencies into the channelstorage bank. If the controlchannel changes, your scannerwill automatically lock on to thenew control channel. If you do notknow which system channels areused for the control channeloperation, we recommend that youenter all the system frequenciesinto the same bank.Ô
When the scanner decodes theMotorola control channel and findstalkgroup activation on a voicechannel, the scanner displays thecontrol channel memory locationon the top line, the receivedfrequency with VC (voice channel)on the second line, the bank andcontrol channel memory locationnumber on the third line and theMotorola talkgroup ID number onthe bottom line.!
Setting Squelch for TrunkingFor optimal receiver performancewhen scanning both trunked andconventional systems, werecommend that you set thesquelch close to threshold.Navigate to a programmedchannel in manual mode. Whilethe channel is idle, turn thesquelch control fullycounterclockwise. You will hear aloud rushing noise from thespeaker. Turn the squelch control
Ô NOTEÔ Frequency fleet map andtalkgroup information arealso widely available onthe Internet.For example, atwww.trunkscanner.com.
! IMPORTANT !To listen to thetransmission, the modesetting of the trunkingcontrol or systemchannels must matchthe mode setting of theassociated ID list (MOTfor Motorola and APCO-25, or ED for EDACS).When an ID code isreceived, the ID list forthe bank is searched,and if found, the textname stored for the IDappears in the scanner’sdisplay. If not found,scanning resumesimmediately unless thebank is in open trunkingmode.
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clockwise until the noise stops.You may find it necessary to setthe control a bit further in theclockwise direction to prevent veryweak signals or interference fromstopping the scan operation.
Talkgroup ID HoldYou can set your scanner to followa trunking signal that you want totrack during scanning.
While the scanner is stopped on avoice channel (VC appears next tothe frequency in the display), holddown TRUNK until ID hold ONappears in the scanner’s display.
To manually activate ID hold modeon a selected ID, enter the ID list,scroll to the desired ID, then pressFUNC TRUNK. The scanner willinitiate ID hold operation on theselected talkgroup.
When ID hold is activated and thescanner receives a voice channel,the scan indication S at the firstdigit in the top line changes to H toindicate that the call is beingmonitored while the scanner is inID hold.
To release ID hold, press SCAN orTRUNK.
Turning an ID Sub-Bank On or OffFollow these steps to turn the IDsub-bank on or off during theprogram mode:
1. Press TRUNK repeatedly toselect the desired sub-bank.
2. Press FUNC then 1 to togglethe sub-bank on or off. The
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on/off state of the sub-bankwill appear in the scanner’sdisplay.
Follow these steps to turn the IDsub-bank on or off during the scanmode:
1. The channel storage bankmust be set to Closed Modeto change the state of a sub-bank while scanning.
2. Press FUNC and then TRUNKwhile the scanner is stoppedon a voice channeltransmission. The bank textdisplay is replaced with a sub-bank status display, T IDbk 01234. The flashing cursor willindicate the current activesub-bank.
3. Press FUNC and the numberof the sub-bank you wish toturn on or off (0-4). Forexample, to toggle sub-bank 4on or off, press FUNC, then 4.
Open and Closed Mode OperationYou can set your scanner tochange the way it receivestransmissions on Motorola,APCO-25 and EDACS trunkedradio systems. These settings,called Open Mode and ClosedMode, control whether the scannermonitors all traffic from a trunkedradio system, or only traffic fromtalkgroups you specify. Unlike thechannel mode settings describedabove, Open/Close mode settingsapply to a trunking systemprogrammed into a single bank.Ô
Ô NOTE Ô In Open Mode, you hearall active talkgroupsexcept those youspecifically exclude,making it easy to heareverything going on. InClosed Mode, you hearonly those talkgroupsyou specify. This makesit easy to listen only totalkgroups you areinterested in and excludeothers
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Each scanner bank can beprogrammed with one trunkedsystem. You can set each of thescanner’s channel storage banksto Open or Closed Mode.
Conventional modes (AM, FM/Digital, CT and DC) are notaffected by the Open/ClosedMode setting of a bank.
When you set a channel storagebank to Open Mode, + appearsunder the bank’s number whilescanning. When you set a channelstorage bank to Closed Mode, -appears under the channelstorage bank’s number whilescanning.
Traffic on locked out talkgroup IDsis ignored when the scanner isoperating in Open and ClosedModes.
In Open Mode, the scanner willstop on all talkgroup traffic, exceptfor traffic on talkgroups that areentered in the ID list and lockedout. In Closed Mode, the scannerwill only stop on talkgroup traffic ifthe ID is entered in the ID list andnot locked out.
Open Mode scanning is useful incases where you wish to monitorall traffic on the trunked system,except for certain talkgroups whichyou specify by entering them intothe ID list and locking them out.Open Mode scanning allows youto search the trunking system fornew or previously unknowntalkgroup activity while ignoringtraffic on undesired talkgroups.
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Closed Mode scanning is useful incases where you wish to restrictthe traffic you monitor to a certainset of talkgroups only thesetalkgroups are specified in the IDlist and not locked out.
Toggling Open and Closed ModesTo toggle Open or Closed Modestate for a bank, press FUNC, 5while stopped on a channel in thebank in SCAN, MAN or PGMmodes. The scanner will brieflydisplay Bank OPEN orBank CLOSED to indicate the newOpen or Closed state for the bank.
Manual ID Lockout Toggle
1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK.
3. Press FUNC, and then orto move to the desired bank.
4. Press or to select the IDmemory.
5. Press L/OUT to toggle the lockout status of the selected ID.
ACTIVATING ID LOCKOUT WHILE SCANNINGWhen scanning a trunked radiosystem in Open Mode, you canlock out a trunked ID by pressingL/OUT while the scanner isstopped on a voice call. If the IDhas not been previously enteredinto the ID list for that bank, it willbe added and locked outautomatically.
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When scanning a trunked radiosystem in Closed Mode, it ispossible to lock out an ID bypressing L/OUT while the ID isactive with a voice call.
Reviewing Locked-Out Talkgroup IDsYou can easily review and clearlocked talkgroup IDs in the ID list.This process is similar to findingand clearing locked outconventional channels, except it isperformed while in a trunked IDlist.
1. Press PGM and then TRUNK.
2. Press FUNC, and then L/OUT.The first locked out ID in theID list is displayed.
3. Press L/OUT to unlock theselected ID, or press FUNC,and then L/OUT again tocontinue reviewing lockedIDs.
Changing from ID Text Tag Display to ID Code DisplayBy default, your scanner displaysthe stored alphanumeric text tagwhen receiving a trunked voicecall. You can toggle the display toshow the text tag or the talkgroupID code by pressing TEXT whilethe scanner is stopped on atrunked talkgroup call.
TRUNKED DELAY FUNCTIONThe trunking ID delay is setseparately from the channel delayon a per channel storage bank
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basis. Trunking ID delay specifiesthe amount of time the scannerdwells on the control channellooking for reply traffic on theprevious talkgroup beforeresuming scan operation.Customizing the trunked ID delaymay be useful if you are missing alot of reply traffic on a particularsystem. We recommend startingwith the default value of 2.0seconds.
1. While in the desired ID list,press FUNC, and then./DELAY.
2. Press or to select None,0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5,or 4.0 seconds.
3. Press ENTER.Ó
CLEARING TALKGROUP IDSYou can clear IDs from the ID listto make room for new IDs.
1. Press PGM and then TRUNK.
2. Press FUNC, or to selectan ID memory.
3. Press FUNC and then CLR toclear the contents of theselected ID.
Clearing All Talkgroup IDs in One BankYou can clear all talkgroup IDswithin a bank. This lets you quicklydelete all talkgroup IDs from abank if you want to use the bank tostore different data (such as a newset of talkgroup IDs).
Ó HINTS Ó • Most Motorola
trunking systemsinclude a “hang time”where the channelremains assigned toa talkgroup for ashort period after theuser unkeys theirmicrophone. Thishang time is typically1.5 seconds but canvary among differentsystems. Thescanner’s trunkeddelay functionbegins after thishang time expires.Therefore, the totalamount of delaypresent after a userunkeys theirmicrophone equalsthe trunking systemhang time, plus anytrunked ID delay thatyou haveprogrammed into thescanner. Forexample, if you wishto wait a total of twoseconds for a replytrunked call, and thesystem you aremonitoring is using1.5 seconds of hangtime, you should setthe trunked delay forthat system to 0.5seconds. EDACSsystems do notemploy hang time.
• Conventionalchannel delay isfixed at 2 secondsand is controlledindependently oftrunked ID delay.Refer to “Using theDelay Function” onPage 66 for moreinformation.
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1. Press PGM.
2. Press TRUNK to enter a talkgroup ID memory mode.
3. Select a talkgroup ID bankusing FUNC, or .
4. Press FUNC and then 6.Confirm list clear? 1=YES Press other key for NO. appears in thescanner’s display.
5. Press 1 to clear all talkgroupIDs within a bank. List clearedappears in the scanner’sdisplay.
To cancel the delete operation,press any key except 1. Thescanner returns to the talkgroup IDmemory mode.
DIGITAL OPERATIONYour scanner is equipped withadvanced Digital SignalProcessing circuitry to receive anddecode Phase 1 APCO-25 C4FM(four level FM) digital voicetransmissions. This section of themanual will help you understandthe differences between traditionalanalog and digital modulation.
For ease of use, your scanner isdesigned to automatically detectdigital modulation on anyconventional channel programmedfor FM/Digital (FM) modulation. Itis not necessary to configureindividual channels for digitaloperation.
Many digital trunked radio systemsare actually mixed mode systems
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that support both analog anddigital modulation. Certain usergroups on these systems may useanalog modulation, while othersuse digital modulation. Yourscanner will automatically detectthe type of modulation being usedand switch to the correctmodulation mode without specialprogramming or user intervention.
Your scanner also featuresIntelligent Adaptive DigitalTracking for optimal reception ofdigital signals from a variety ofdigital conventional and trunkedradio system types. No specialsound quality settings oradjustments are needed fordifferent C4FM system types.
Digital modulation represents abreakthrough in public safetycommunications technology.Digital modulation typicallyprovides a clear, distortion freeaudio signal throughout theservice area of the system you aremonitoring. However, there aresome important differencesbetween analog and digital voiceperformance that you should beaware of while scanning.
In most cases, digital voicetransmissions will be surprisinglycrisp and clear, and without noiseor distortion, even whencorresponding analog signals fromthe same system contain somestatic. However, if you are in alocation with marginal reception,you may find that the voice qualityof digital signals deteriorates veryrapidly, resulting in missingsyllables or entire words. If this
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happens, try reorienting thescanner or antenna for betterreception. You may also trypressing the ATT key and applyattenuation to reduce the overloadeffects of nearby strongtransmitters.
Under certain very weak digitalsignal conditions, the scanner maylose synchronization with thedigital signal and briefly revert toanalog FM, resulting in thereception of the raw, undecodeddigital signal. This is a normalindication of a digital signal that istoo weak to decode.
UPDATING THE DSP FIRMWAREIf necessary, the firmware for theDSP module can be updated bythe user in the field bydownloading a file from theInternet and transferring it to thescanner.
From time to time, improvementsmay be incorporated into the DSPfirmware. These improvementswill typically be designed toaddress issues that may bepresent with decoding the digitalaudio signals, and audio qualityimprovements. With updateableDSP firmware, you can ensurethat your scanner is using themost recent DSP versionavailable.
To update your scanner’s DSPfirmware, you will need thefollowing items:
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• The PC to scanner interfacecable
• A personal computer runningWindows 95 or greater
• A firmware update file fromwww.radioshack.com
Follow these steps to update yourscanner’s DSP firmware:
1. Go to http://www.radioshack.com
2. Click on the Support button.
3. Click on Scanner FirmwareDownloads.
4. Click on PRO-96 DSPFirmware
5. Full download and upgradeinstructions are provided onthe Firmware Upgrade page.
6. To check the DSP versionnumber, turn on the scannerand press 3 while Welcome to Digital Trunking appears in thescanner display. The scannerwill display versioninformation as follows:
The “CPU” and “DSP-Voc”firmware versions are permanentlyinstalled at time of manufactureand cannot be updated in the field.The “DSP-App” version is fieldupgradeable. The original factoryversion is indicated by “F”preceding the version number.The DSP-App version number willbe preceded by “U” after the DSPversion is updated via Internetdownload.
VersionCPU: F1.0DSP-App: F1.0DSP-Voc: F1.0
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A GENERAL GUIDE TO FREQUENCIES
Reception of the frequenciescovered by your scanner is mainly“line-of-sight.” That means youusually cannot hear stations thatare beyond the horizon.
US Weather Frequencies (in MHz)
Ham Radio Frequencies
Ham radio operators oftentransmit emergency informationwhen other means ofcommunication break down. Thechart below shows the frequenciesthe scanner receives that hamradio operators normally use.
Birdie FrequenciesEvery scanner has birdiefrequencies. Birdies are signalscreated inside the scanner’sreceiver. On rare occasions,birdies can cause interference tochannels you want to listen to.
162.400 162.425 162.450
162.475 162.500 162.525
162.550
Wavelength Frequencies (MHz)
10-Meter 28.000 — 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
23-cm 1240.000 — 1300.000
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Birdies typically occur withapproximately equal strength withand without the scanner’s antennaattached. If you receive aninterfering signal and suspect thatit is a birdie, try removing thescanner’s antenna. If theinterference disappears, theinterference may be the result ofother electronic equipment in thevicinity of the scanner. If theinterference remains, it is likely abirdie signal.
It may be possible to adjust thesquelch control and/or attenuatorto minimize the effects of a birdiesignal on scanning operation. Bothof these methods will likely havesome effect on the signal you aretrying to monitor as well.
The scanner’s birdie frequencies(in MHz) are:
30.7200 38.25000 41.89000 43.00500
51.00000 110.80000 125.95000 127.50000
129.01250 132.08750 134.20000 134.27500
135.16250 138.23000 140.25000 141.30500
146.0050 147.45000 148.95000 149.02500
152.99750 153.59000 154.10000 157.22000
159.93000 165.75000 216.85250 216.85750
219.99750 220.07250 221.18750 414.71875
414.72500 420.84375 431.47500 431.55000
440.81250 442.36875 451.00000 451.07500
451.15000 451.22500 459.52500 459.60000
470.01875 477.26250 484.37500 484.45000
489.52500 489.60000 489.67500 497.66250
812.70000 813.50000 816.08750 816.15000
820.2250 820.23125 852.96875 857.09375
867.20625 867.21875 867.22500 895.92500
912.38750 921.65000 921.72500 940.03125
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Though your scanner’s receiver isan advanced, triple conversiondesign engineered to minimizebirdie interference, some birdiesignals cannot be avoided andmay impair your ability to monitorcertain frequencies.
GUIDE TO THE ACTION BANDS
TYPICAL BAND USAGE (IN MHZ)
HF Band
VHF Band
220 MHz Band
UHF Band
940.9437 950.07500 950.15000 1244.16250
1251.30000 1251.37500 1262.59375 1268.77500
1271.80000 1282.10000 1282.17500 1282.25000
1282.32500 1299.46250
HF Range 25.000–26.960
Citizen’s Band 26.965–27.405
10-Meter Amateur 28.000–29.700
Low Range 29.700–50.000
6-Meter Amateur 50.000–54.000
2-Meter Amateur 144.000–148.000
High Range 148.000–174.000
Narrow Band 220.000–222.000
1 1/4 – Meter Amateur 222.000–225.000
U.S. Government 406.000–420.000
70-cm Amateur 420.000–450.000
UHF-Low Band 450.000–470.000
UHF-T Band 470.000–512.000
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800MHz Band
PRIMARY USAGEAs a general rule, most radioactivity is concentrated on thefollowing frequencies:
VHF Band
UHF Band
Remote control stations andmobile/portable units operate at 5MHz higher than their associatedbase stations and relay repeaterunits in the UHF band.
BAND ALLOCATIONTo help decide which frequencyranges to scan, use the followinglisting of the typical services thatuse the frequencies your scannerreceives. These frequencies are
System Inputs 806.000–824.000
System Outputs 851.000–869.000
Trunked Private / General 894.000–960.000
25-cm Amateur 1240.000–1300.000
Activities Frequencies (MHz)
Government, Police and Fire 153.785–155.980
Emergency Services 158.730–159.460
Railroad 160.000–161.900
Land-Mobile “Paired” Frequencies 220.000–222.000
Activities Frequencies (MHz)
Land-Mobile “Paired” Frequencies 450.000–470.000
Base Stations 451.025–454.950
Mobile Units 456.025–459.950
Repeater Units 460.025–464.975
Control Stations 465.025–469.975
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subject to change, and might varyfrom area to area. For a morecomplete listing, refer to PoliceCall Radio Guide including Fireand Emergency Services,available at your local RadioShackstore.
Abbreviation Service
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, Forest Products)
MAR Military Amateur Radio
MARI Maritime Limited Coast(Coast Guard, Marine Telephone,Shipboard Radio, 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,Forestry Conservation)
PSB Public Safety
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HIGH FREQUENCY (HF) —(3 MHz-30 MHz)
CB Band(26.965-27.405 MHz)
10-Meter Amateur Band(28.0-29.7 MHz)
28.000-29.700 ............................ HAM
VERY HIGH FREQUENCY (VHF)— (30 MHz-300 MHz)
VHF Low Band(29.7-50 MHz-in 5 kHz steps)
29.700-29.790................................ IND29.900-30.550.................... GOVT, MIL30.580-31.980...................... IND, PUB32.000-32.990.................... GOVT, MIL33.020-33.980............. BUS, IND, PUB34.010-34.990.................... GOVT, MIL35.020-35.980........... BUS, PUB, IND,................................................... TELM36.000-36.230.................... GOVT, MIL36.230-36.990...........Oil Spill Cleanup,........................................... GOVT, MIL37.020-37.980...................... PUB, IND
PTR Private Trunked
ROAD Road & Highway Maintenance
RTV Radio/TV Remote Broadcast Pickup
TAXI Taxi Services
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 Weather
Abbreviation Service
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38.000-39.000.................... GOVT, MIL39.020-39.980...............................PUB40.000-42.000......... GOVT, MIL, MARI42.020-42.940...............................POL42.960-43.180................................IND43.220-43.680...........TELM, IND, PUB43.700-44.600............................ TRAN44.620-46.580..................... POL, PUB46.600-46.990............................GOVT47.020-47.400...............................PUB47.420 .................American Red Cross47.440-49.580...................... IND, PUB49.610-49.990................................MIL
6-Meter Amateur Band(50-54 MHz)
50.00-54.00..................................HAM
Aircraft Band (108-136 MHz)
108.000-121.490............................AIR121.500.......................AIR Emergency121.510-136.000............................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, MIL150.775-150.790.......................... MED150.815-150.980.........................TOW,...................................Oil Spill Cleanup150.995-151.475.............. ROAD, POL151.490-151.955.................. IND, BUS151.985...................................... TELM152.0075...................................... MED152.270-152.480.........IND, TAXI, BUS152.870-153.020..................IND, MOV153.035-153.725.......... IND, OIL, UTIL153.740-154.445................ PUB, FIRE154.490-154.570.................. IND, BUS154.585......................Oil Spill Cleanup154.600-154.625...........................BUS
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154.655-156.240.............MED, ROAD,............................................ POL, PUB156.255-157.425................. OIL, MARI157.450....................................... MED157.470-157.515......................... TOW157.530-157.725.................. IND, TAXI157.740.........................................BUS158.130-158.460..........BUS, IND, OIL,..........................................TELM, UTIL158.730-159.465..... POL, PUB, ROAD159.480.......................................... OIL159.495-161.565........................ TRAN161.580-162.000........ OIL, MARI, RTV162.0125-162.35.... GOVT, MIL, USXX162.400-162.550....................... WTHR162.5625-162.6375........... GOVT, MIL,................................................... USXX162.6625...................................... MED162.6875-163.225............. GOVT, MIL,................................................... USXX163.250........................................ MED163.275-166.225............... GOVT, MIL,................................................... USXX166.250................... GOVT, RTV, FIRE166.275-169.400.............. GOVT, BIFC169.445-169.505........ Wireless Mikes,...................................................GOVT169.55-169.9875... GOVT, MIL, USXX170.000-170.150... BIFC, GOVT, RTV,.....................................................FIRE170.175-170.225....................... GOVT170.245-170.305......... Wireless Mikes170.350-170.400............... GOVT, MIL170.425-170.450......................... BIFC170.475........................................ PUB170.4875-173.175........... GOVT, PUB,.....................................Wireless Mikes173.225-173.5375.......... MOV, NEWS,............................................. UTIL, MIL173.5625-173.5875........................ MIL...........................Medical/Crash Crews173.60-173.9875........................GOVTULTRA HIGH FREQUENCY(UHF) — (300 MHz-3 GHz)
U. S. Government Band (406-420MHz)
406.125-419.975........... GOVT, USXX
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70-Centimeter Amateur Band(420-450 MHz)
420.000-450.000 HAM
Low Band (450-470 MHz)
450.050-450.925.......................... RTV451.025-452.025...... IND, OIL, TELM,..................................................... UTIL452.0375-453.00................ IND, TAXI,............................. TRAN TOW, NEWS453.0125-454.000................ PUB, OIL455.050-455.925.......................... RTV457.525-457.600.......................... BUS458.025-458.175......................... MED460.0125-460.6375.. FIRE, POL, PUB460.650-462.175.......................... BUS462.1875-462.450............... BUS, IND462.4625-462.525.... IND, OIL, TELM,..................................................... UTIL462.550-462.925............... GMR, BUS462.9375-463.1875..................... MED463.200-467.925.......................... BUSFM-TV Audio Broadcast, UHFWide Band (470-512 MHz)
(Channels 14 through 20 in 6 MHzsteps)
475.750............................. Channel 14481.750............................. Channel 15487.750............................. Channel 16493.750............................. Channel 17499.750............................. Channel 18505.750............................. Channel 19511.750 ............................. Channel 20
Conventional Systems Band —Locally Assigned (in 6.25 kHzsteps)
Conventional/Trunked SystemsBand —
Frequency Range Service
851.0125–855.9875 MHz CSB
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Locally Assigned(in 6.25 kHz steps)
Trunked Systems Band —Locally Assigned(in 6.25 kHz steps)
Public Safety Band —Locally Assigned(in 6.25 kHz steps)
33-Centimeter Amateur Band(902-928 MHz in 6.25 kHz steps)
Private Trunked Band (in 6.25 kHzsteps)
General Trunked Band (in 6.25kHz steps)
23-Centimeter Amateur Band (in6.25 kHz steps)
Frequency Range Service
856.0125–860.9875 MHz CTSB
Frequency Range Service
861.0125–865.9875 MHz TSB
Frequency Range Service
866.0125–868.9875 MHz PSB
Frequency Range Service
902.000–928.000 MHz HAM
Frequency Range Service
935.0125–939.9875 MHz PTR
Frequency Range Service
940.0125–940.9875 MHz GTR
Frequency Range Service
1240.000–1300.000 MHz HAM
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FREQUENCY CONVERSIONThe tuning location of a stationcan be expressed in frequency(kHz or MHz) or in wavelength(meters). The followinginformation can help you make thenecessary conversions.
1 MHz (million) =1,000 kHz (thousand)
To convert MHz to kHz, multiplythe number of megahertz by1,000:
30.62 (MHz) x 1,000 = 30,620 kHz
To convert from kHz to MHz,divide the number of kilohertz by1,000:
127.800 (kHz) / 1,000 = 127.8MHz
To convert MHz to meters, divide300 by the number of megahertz:
300/50 MHz = 6 meters
TROUBLESHOOTINGIf you have problems with your scanner, please refer tothe following chart for some suggestions that might helpyou eliminate the problem. If the scanner is still notoperating correctly after trying these tips, take yourscanner to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
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TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
Problem Possible Caus Remedy
Poor reception Weak signals fromdistant stations
Reposition radio forbest reception.
Attenuator is in useon weak signals.
Check performance withand without attenuatoractivated, use settingwith best reception.
Strong signaloverload fromnearbytransmitter(s)
Check performance withand without attenuatoractivated, use settingwith best reception.
Scanner willnot power on
AC or DC powersupply is notproperly connected.
Check connection to ACor DC power source.
Dead batteries Replace batteries.
The keypaddoes not work
Keypad lock isactivated.
Press FUNC LOCK todisable keypad lock.
The scanner mayneed to be reset orinitialized.
See “Resetting /Initializing the Scanner”on Page 108.
Scanner willnot scan whenSCAN ispressed.
Possible “birdie”frequencyprogrammed
Tighten squelch, applyattenuator or lock outthe “birdie” frequency.
The scanner mayneed to be reset orinitialized.
See “Resetting /Initializing the Scanner”on Page 108.
No channelsprogrammed, oronly one channelprogrammed, or allchannels lockedout
Ensure that the scannerhas more than onechannel programmedand enabled forscanning.
SQUELCH is notadjusted properly.
Turn SQUELCHclockwise until scanningresumes.
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RESETTING / INITIALIZING THE SCANNERIf the scanner’s display locks up ordoes not work properly after youconnect a power source, youmight need to reset or initialize it.!
Resetting the Scanner1. Turn off the scanner, then turn
it on again.
2. Insert a pointed object, suchas a straightened paper clip,into the reset opening on theside of the scanner. Thengently press and release thereset button inside theopening.Ô
Initializing the Scanner.
1. Turn off the scanner, then turnit on again. !The scannerbriefly displays the DSP bootversion, and then Welcome To Digital Trunking appears.Ô
2. Press 0. The scannerdisplays:
The scannerdoes notreceive digitaltransmissionson digitalfrequencies ortrunkingsystems
The digital channelor talkgroup is notusing APCO-25digital modulation
The scanner can onlyreceive APCO-25 C4FMIMBE digital signals.
The digital channelor talkgroup isencrypted
The scanner will notreceive encryptedtraffic.
The digital channelor talkgroup isbeing transmittedfrom a distantlocation
Reposition the scanneror use an outdoorantenna to improvereception.
Problem Possible Caus Remedy
! IMPORTANT !If you have problemswith the scanner, first tryto reset it to retain allmemory. If that does notwork, you can initializethe scanner.You may be able to savethe information in yourscanner’s memory intoyour computer, a V-Scanner folder oranother scanner beforetrying to initialize it. See“Cloning theProgrammed Data” onPage 82 and “Workingwith V-Scanners” onPage 75.Initialilzing the Scannerclears all informationyou stored in thescanner’s workingmemory. Initialize thescanner only when youare sure the scanner isnot working properly. V-Scanner memory is notaffected when thescanner is initialized.
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System TestsSelect TestExits if noKey Press
3. Press 1. The scannerdisplays:
Factory InitErase MemoryENTER if YesCL to Exit
4. Press ENTER. The scannerdisplays:
InitializingClr Main MemV-Scan is OKPlease Wait
CAREKeep the scanner dry; if it getswet, wipe it dry immediately. Useand store the scanner only innormal temperature environments.Handle the scanner carefully; donot drop it. Keep the scanner awayfrom dust and dirt, and wipe it witha damp cloth occasionally to keepit looking new.
SERVICE AND REPAIRIf your scanner is not performingas it should, take it to your localRadioShack store for assistance.To locate your nearestRadioShack, use the store locatorfeature on RadioShack's website(www.radioshack.com), or call1-800-The Shack (843-7422) andfollow the menu options. Modifying
Ô NOTEÔ Resetting the ScannerPressing the reset buttondoes not clear thescanner’s workingmemory or theV-Scanner folders.Initializing the Scanner• Do not turn off the
scanner until theinitialization iscomplete. When theinitialization iscomplete, M000appears on the topline of the display.Bank 0 Ch 00 appearson the bottom line.
• It may be possible tosave your workingmemory to a V-Scanner folder priorto performinginitialization. See“Working with V-Scanners” onPage 75.
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or tampering with the [product]'sinternal components can cause amalfunction and might invalidateits warranty and void your FCCauthorization to operate it.
SPECIFICATIONSFrequency Coverage:
Memory Organization :
V-Scanners......................... eleven 500 channel virtual scanners
Memory channels ...................................................................500
Channel storage banks ............................................................10
Number of channels per channel storage bank........................50
Talkgroup ID memories ........................................................ 1500
ID memory banks ..................................................................... 10
Sub-banks per bank ................................................................... 5
Number of memory IDs per sub-bank .....................................30
Sensitivity (20 dB S/N):
FM:
25–54 MHz ........................................................................ 0.3 µV
108–136.9875 MHz ........................................................... 0.3 µV
137–174 MHz .................................................................... 0.5 µV
216–225 MHz .................................................................... 0.5 µV
406–512 MHz .................................................................... 0.5 µV
806–960 MHz .................................................................... 0.7 µV
Frequency Range (MHz) Programming/Search Step Value
25–54 5 kHz
108–136.9875 12.5 kHz
137–174 5, 6.25 or 7.5 kHz
216.0025–221.9975 5 kHz
222.0000 –225.0000 5 kHz
406–512 6.25 kHz
806–823.9875 6.25 kHz
849–868.9875 6.25 kHz
894–960 6.25 kHz
1240–1300 6.25 kHz
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1240–1300 MHz ................................................................ 0.7 µV
AM:
25–54 MHz ........................................................................... 1 µV
108–136.9875 MHz .............................................................. 1 µV
137–174 MHz .................................................................... 1.5 µV
216–225 MHz .................................................................... 1.5 µV
406–512 MHz ....................................................................... 2 µV
806–960 MHz ......................................................................2 µV`
1240–1300 MHz ................................................................... 3 µV
Selectivity:
25 – 27.995 MHz in AM mode
-6 dB ............................................................................... +/-5 kHz
-50 dB ............................................................................. +/-6 kHz
All frequencies at AM and FM mode except 25 – 27.995 MHz at AM
-6 dB ............................................................................. +/-10 kHz
-50 dB ........................................................................... +/-18 kHz
IF Rejection
380.8 MHz at 154.1 MHz ................................................... 60 dB
21.4 MHz at 154.1 MHz .................................................... 100 dB
Spurious Rejection
(at 154.1 MHz FM).............................................................. 40 dB
Scanning Speed and Delay
Scanning Rate ............................ Up to 60 Channels per Second
Search Rate...................................... Up to 75 Steps per Second
Conventional Channel Delay Time .............................. 2 seconds
Priority Sampling.......................................................... 2 seconds
Trunking Talkgroup Delay Time ....................... User configurable
Intermediate Frequencies (IF):
1st ............................................................................... 380.8 MHz
2nd................................................................................ 21.4 MHz
3rd................................................................................... 455 kHz
Squelch Sensitivity:
Threshold (FM and AM)..................................................... 0.5 µV
Tight (FM) ........................................................................... 25 dB
Tight (AM) ........................................................................... 20 dB
Antenna Impedance.......................................................50 Ohms
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Audio Output Power (10% THD) .....................................170 mW
Built-in Speaker ........ 1 3/8 Inches (36 mm) 8-ohm Dynamic Type
Power Requirements:
Batteries .............................................. 4 AA Alkaline Batteries or
...................................................... 4 AA Rechargeable Batteries
External Power ....................................................9 V/300 mA DC
Current Drain (Squelched) ................................................ 90 mA
Battery Charge Current ................................................... 150 mA
Physical
Dimensions (HWD) ..........................6 3/16 × 2 7/16 × 1 3/4 inches
......................................................................(157 × 62 × 41 mm)
Weight (without antenna and batteries).................8.8 oz. (250 g)
Operating Temperature ......................14 to 140° F (-10 to 60° C)
Specifications are typical: individual units might vary.Specifications are subject to change and improvement withoutnotice.
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COMMAND QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
Scan Mode
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode, resumes scan whenstopped on a channel or talkgroup.
MAN If scanning or monitoring a trunked call, stopsscan operation, activates Manual Mode.If monitoring conventional call, stops scanoperation, activates Manual Mode, holds onactive channel.
PGM If scanning or monitoring a trunked call, stopsscan operation, activates Program Mode.If monitoring conventional call, stops scanoperation, activates Program Mode, holds onactive channel.
WX Activates Weather Mode
TRUNK If monitoring a trunking talkgroup, stores theID into the next available ID list memorylocation.
TRUNK (hold) If monitoring a trunking talkgroup, activates IDHold Mode, scanner holds on the activetalkgroup.
PRI Toggles priority.
TUNE Enters Tune Mode.
ATT Toggles attenuation for active channel, or, ifglobal attenuation is set, toggles globalattenuation on or off.
TEXT If monitoring a trunking talkgroup, togglestalkgroup alphanumeric text tag or trunking IDdisplay.
L/OUT If monitoring a trunking talkgroup, locks outthe active talkgroup so it will not be monitored.If monitoring a conventional channel, locks outthe active channel so it will not be monitored.
MODE If monitoring a conventional channel, cyclesthrough the valid modes, clears any stored CTor DC code.
SRCH Activates Search Mode.
NUMBERKEYS 0-9
Toggle scan banks on or off.
DECIMALPOINT
When monitoring a conventional channel,toggles delay for that channel on or off.
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Manual Mode
ENTER When monitoring a conventional channel thatis programmed for CT or DC Search Mode,stores a detected CT or DC code with thechannel memory.
or Changes scan direction, up or down.
FUNC + MAN Toggles digital AGC
FUNC +TRUNK
When monitoring a talkgroup call, togglesdisplay of control channel text tag or TrunkedID sub-bank status.
FUNC + PRI If monitoring a conventional channel, storesthe frequency into the priority channel.
FUNC +TUNE
If monitoring a conventional channel, storesthe frequency into the tune memory.
FUNC + ATT Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + 5 Toggles open or closed mode for current bank.
FUNC + 0-4 When Trunked ID sub-bank display is active,and while monitoring a talkgroup call, togglesID sub banks 0-4 on or off.
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode.
MAN Increments to the next channel memory.
PGM Activates Program Mode.
WX Activates Weather Mode .
PRI Toggles priority.
TUNE Enters Tune Mode.
ATTToggles attenuation for selected channel,or, if global attenuation is set, togglesglobal attenuation on or off.
L/OUT Toggles lockout on the selected channel.
MODECycles through valid modes for theselected channel, clears any stored CT orDC settings.
SRCH Activates Search Mode.
2, 3, MAN Jumps to channel 23 in the current bank.
1, 2, 3, MAN Jumps to bank 1, channel 23.
DECIMALPOINT
Toggles delay on selected channel on oroff.
Keystrokes Function
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Program Mode
ENTER
When monitoring a conventional channelthat is programmed for CT or DC SearchMode, stores a detected CT or DC codewith the channel memory.
orsteps to the next channel, steps to the
previous channel. Hold down to scroll.
FUNC + MAN Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC + TRUNK Enters trunked ID list for current bank.
FUNC + PRIStores the frequency of the selectedchannel into the priority channel.
FUNC + TUNEStores the frequency of the selectedchannel frequency into the tune memory.
FUNC + ATT Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + 5Toggles open or closed mode for currentbank.
FUNC + 9Adjust display contrast, use or thenENTER.
FUNC + L/OUT Jumps to the next locked out channel.
FUNC + or jumps forward to the next bank, jumpsto the previous bank. Hold down to scroll.
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode.
MAN Activates Manual Mode.
PGM Increments to the next channel memory.
WX Activates Weather Mode.
PRI Selects priority channel for programming.
TEXT Edits text tag for selected channel.
TRUNK Enters ID List Edit for the selected bank.
TUNE Enters Tune Mode.
ATTToggles attenuation for selected channel,or, if global attenuation is set, togglesglobal attenuation on or off.
L/OUT Toggles lockout on the selected channel.
MODECycles through valid modes for theselected channel, clears any stored CT orDC settings.
Keystrokes Function
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SRCHSets search range for programmablesearch range (PSR).
2, 3, PGM Jumps to channel 23 in the current bank.
1, 2, 3, PGM Jumps to bank 1, channel 23.
DECIMAL POINTToggles delay on selected channel on oroff.
<frequency>ENTER
Enters a frequency into channel memory.
orsteps to the next channel, steps to
the previous channel, hold down to scroll.
FUNC + MAN Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC + MODEIf selected channel mode is set to CT orDC, edits CT or DC code.
FUNC + PRIStores the frequency of the selectedchannel into the priority channel.
FUNC + TUNEStores the frequency of the selectedchannel frequency into the tune memory.
FUNC + ATT Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC CLRClears all programming data in selectedchannel.
FUNC + 5Toggles open or closed mode for currentbank.
FUNC + 7 Edits bank text tag.
FUNC + L/OUT Jumps to the next locked out channel.
FUNC + TEXTEdits welcome screen line 4 (stored with V-Scanner as folder name).
FUNC + PGM Enters V-Scanner function menu.
FUNC + orjumps forward to the next bank,
jumps to the previous bank. Hold down toscroll.
Keystrokes Function
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Search Mode
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode.
MAN Activates Manual Mode.
PGM Activates Program Mode.
WX Activates Weather Mode.
PRI Toggles priority.
TUNE Enters Tune Mode.
ATTToggles attenuation for active search range,or, if global attenuation is set, toggles globalattenuation on or off.
L/OUTLocks out undesired search frequencies orsearch channels.
PAUSE Pauses and resumes search operations.
MODECycles through AM/FM/CT/DC modes forselected search range.
SRCH Steps through the available search ranges.
DECIMALPOINT
Toggles delay on or off in selected searchrange or search channel.
or Changes search direction.
FUNC + MAN Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC + PRIWhen searching SR1 to SR6, stores activesearch frequency in priority memory.
FUNC + TUNEWhen searching SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6,stores active search frequency in tunememory.
FUNC + ATT Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + L/OUT
In SR0, SR1, SR2, steps to next locked outsearch channel, must be in “M” state. InSR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6, enters SearchLockout Review. Use arrow keys to reviewlocked frequencies, use CLR to clear lockedfrequencies, use FUNC + 6 to clear alllocked frequencies.
FUNC + MODESets mode to default for active searchrange.
FUNC + SRCHToggles Manual Channel Select or SearchChannels for SR0, SR1 and SR2.
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Weather Mode
FUNC + PGM
When searching SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6,stores active search frequency in desiredbank and channel (e.g., “123 + ENTER”stores the active frequency in Bank 1,Channel 23).
FUNC +ENTER
When searching SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6,stores active search frequency in nextavailable channel in desired bank (e.g., “1 +ENTER” stores active frequency in nextempty channel in Bank 1).
FUNC + 7 Toggles Seek on or off.
FUNC + 0 Toggles Zeromatic on or off.
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode.
MAN Activates Manual Mode.
PGM Activates Program Mode.
WX Steps to next weather channel.
WX, and thenhold WX
Weather alert alarm demonstration. Pressany key to exit.
TUNE Enters Tune Mode.
ATTToggles attenuation for selected weatherfrequency, or, if global attenuation is set,toggles global attenuation on or off.
SRCH Enters Search Mode.
NUMBER KEYS0-9
Quick FIPS code review for FIPSmemories 0-9. Press L/OUT to togglelockout status.
FUNC + PRI
Stores active weather frequency in prioritymemory. Press PRI in Scan, Search,Manual, Program modes to activate WXPriority.
FUNC + ATT Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + PGM
FIPS code entry - Use or to scroll, keyin FIPS code + ENTER to store. PressL/OUT to toggle lockout of FIPS code,press TEXT and enter text label for FIPSmemory. Press WX to exit.
FUNC + WXActivates FIPS/SAME weather alert mode.Press FUNC + WX to exit.
Keystrokes Function
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Tune Mode
ID List Edit
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode.
MAN Activates Manual Mode.
PGM Activates Program Mode.
WX Activates Weather Mode.
PRI Toggles priority.
ATTToggles attenuation for active searchrange, or, if global attenuation is set,toggles global attenuation on or off.
PAUSE Pauses and resumes tune operations.
MODE Cycles through AM/FM/CT/DC modes.
SRCH Activates Search Mode
DECIMAL POINT Toggle tune delay on or off.
orChanges tune direction, resumes tuneoperation after stopping on an activefrequency.
FUNC + MAN Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC + PRIStores active tune frequency in prioritymemory.
FUNC + ATT Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + MODESets mode to default for active searchrange.
FUNC + PGM
Stores active tune frequency in desiredbank and channel (e.g., “123 + ENTER”stores the active frequency in Bank 1,Channel 23).
FUNC + ENTER
Stores active tune frequency in nextavailable channel in desired bank(e.g., “1 + ENTER” stores active frequencyin next empty channel in Bank 1).
Keystrokes Function
SCAN Activates Scan Mode.
MAN Activates Manual Mode.
PGM Activates Program Mode.
WX Activates Weather Mode.
TEXT Edits text tag for selected ID.
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TRUNK Steps to first ID in next ID sub bank.
TUNE Enters Tune Mode.
L/OUT Toggles lockout on the selected ID.
MODECycles trunking mode through MO, EDand “not trunked”.
SRCH Activates Search Mode.
<id> ENTER Stores ID into selected location.
orsteps to the next ID, steps to the
previous ID, hold down to scroll.
FUNC + MAN Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC +DECIMAL POINT
Selects ID delay duration for selectedbank.
FUNC CLRClears all programming data in selectedID.
FUNC + 1 Toggles active sub bank on or off.
FUNC + 2Base/offset/step table entry for Motorola,toggles AFS or Decimal display forEDACS.
FUNC + 3Motorola 3600 control channel modeselect.
FUNC + 4Motorola/P25 9600 control channel modeselect.
FUNC + 6 Clears all ID entries in current ID list.
FUNC + 8 Sets Motorola Type I fleetmap.
FUNC + L/OUT Jumps to the next locked out ID.
FUNC + TRUNK Launches ID hold mode on selected ID.
FUNC + PGM Enters V-Scanner function menu.
FUNC + orjumps forward to the next ID bank,
jumps to the previous ID bank. Hold downto scroll.
Keystrokes Function
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Startup keys (Enter during welcome screen display.)
Keystrokes Function
1 Turns key tones on.
2 Turns key tones off.
3Displays CPU, DSP application and DSPvocoder versions.
7 Adjust backlight properties.
0 then 1Destructive - Initializes working memoryto factory defaults. Does not affect V-Scanner memory.
0 then 2Destructive - Loads test frequencies intoworking memory. Does not affect V-Scanner memory.
0 then 5Destructive / EEPROM memory test #1 -Initializes working memory. Does not affectV-Scanner memory.
0 then 6Destructive / EEPROM memory test #2 -Initializes working memory. Does not affectV-Scanner memory.
0 then PGM Upgrade DSP application firmware.
0 then TEXT DSP factory tests
0 then CLRDestructive - Reverts to factory DSPapplication version, any DSP upgrades arelost.
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