RadioShack Pro 2017 Scanner Reciever Owners Manual

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Special Features
Reviewing Locked-Out
Frequencies
To review the frequencies you locked out, 
hold down 
L/O (L/O RVW) at least 2 seconds 
during a search. 
L-r appears. As you press 
8
88 8 or 9
99 9, all locked-out frequencies appear 
in sequence. When you reach the highest 
frequency, the scanner beeps twice then 
returns to the lowest locked-out frequency.
Removing All Locked-Out Tags 
From Frequencies
1. Start a service bank or direct search. 
See “Using Direct Search” on Page 16.
2. To review the...

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Special Features
2. While you hold down 2 and ENTER, turn 
on the scanner. The display shows 
oFF 
tonE or on tonE. Then release the 
keys.
USING A COMPUTER TO 
PROGRAM THE SCANNER
You can connect your scanner to a personal 
computer and program frequencies into the 
scanner from the computer using an optional 
cable and software.
Note:
 The necessary cable and software, 
and additional information about using your 
personal computer to program your scanner, 
are available at your local RadioShack...

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Guide to the Action Bands
ˆGuide to the Action Bands
Typical Band Usage
Primary Usage
As a general rule, most of the radio activity is concentrated on the following frequencies:
VHF Band
UHF Band
Note:
 Remote control stations and mobile units operate at 5 MHz higher than their associated 
base stations and relay repeater units.
HF Band (3.00–30.00 MHz)
10 m Amateur29.00–29.70 MHz
High Range29.70–29.90 MHz
VHF Band (30.00–300.0 MHz)
Low Range30.00–50.00 MHz
6 m Amateur50.00–54.00 MHz
U.S....

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Guide to the Action Bands
BAND ALLOCATION
To help decide which frequency ranges to scan, use the following listing of the typical services 
that use the frequencies your scanner receives. These frequencies are subject to change, and 
might vary from area to area. For a more complete listing, refer to the 
Beyond Police Call, 
available at your local RadioShack store.
Abbreviations Services
AIR...

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Guide to the Action Bands
VERY HIGH FREQUENCY (VHF)—(30 MHz–300 MHz)
VHF Low Band   (29.7–50 MHz — in 5 kHz steps)
29.700–29.790 .....................................................................................................................  IND
29.900–30.550 .......................................................................................................... GOVT, MIL
30.580–31.980 ...............................................................................................................

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Guide to the Action Bands
157.470–157.515 ..............................................................................................................  TOW
157.530–157.725  .......................................................................................................  IND, TAXI
157.740 ..............................................................................................................................  BUS
157.770–158.100...

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Guide to the Action Bands
462.9375–463.1875 ...........................................................................................................  MED
463.200–467.925 ................................................................................................................ BUS
FM-TV Audio Broadcast, UHF Wide Band (470–512 MHz)
(Channels 14 through 20 in 6 MHz steps)
475.750  .......................................................................................................................

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Troubleshooting
ˆTroubleshooting
If your scanner stops operating properly, these suggestions might help you eliminate the 
problem. If the scanner still does not operate properly, take it to your local RadioShack store for 
assistance.
RESETTING/INITIALIZING 
THE SCANNER
If the scanners display locks up or does not 
work properly after you connect a power 
source, you might need to reset or initialize 
the scanner.
Important
: If you have problems, first try to 
reset the scanner. If that does not...

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Troubleshooting
Initializing the Scanner
Important
: This procedure clears all infor-
mation you stored in the scanners memory.
Initialize the scanner only when you are sure
the scanner is not working properly.
1. Turn off the scanner, then turn it on 
again.
2. Hold down 
MON/CL.
3. While you hold down 
MON/CL, insert a 
pointed object, such as a straightened 
paper clip, into the 
RESET opening on 
the back of the scanner and gently press 
then release the reset button inside the 
opening. The...

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Specifications
ˆSpecifications
Frequency Coverage:
Ham  ................................................................................................ 29–30 MHz (5.0 kHz Steps)
VHF Lo  ........................................................................................... 30–50 MHz (5.0 kHz Steps)
Ham  ................................................................................................ 50–54 MHz (5.0 kHz Steps)
Air...