RadioShack Pro 95 Handheld Scanner Owners Manual
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© 2003 RadioShack Corporation. All Rights Reserved. RadioShack, RadioShack.com, Hypersearch, Hyperscan, and Adaptaplug are trademarks used by RadioShack Corporation. Motorola, Smartnet and Privacy Plus are registered trademarks of Motorola Inc. EDACS is a registered trademark of GE/Ericsson Inc. 20-525OWNER’S MANUAL — Please read before using this equipment. ! IMPORTANT ! If an icon appears at the end of a paragraph, go to the box on that page with the corresponding icon for pertinent information. o —Warning —Caution !—Important Ó—Hint Ô—Note DEF ABC3 6 2 5 9 8 1 4 7 0 WX MANUAL FUNC SCAN PRI TEXT PAUSE MODETUNE ATT GHI PQRS SEARCH L/OUT PGM ENTERJKL TUV DELAYMNO WXYZ CL TRUNK PRO-95 Dual Trunk-Tracking Handheld Scanner CONTENTS Features ................. 2 The FCC Wants You to Know .................. 6 Scanning Legally ............... 7 Preparation ............ 9 Power Sources .. 9 Using AC Power ............... 11 Connecting the Antenna .......... 12 Connecting an Earphone/ Headphones .... 13 Connecting an Extension Speaker ........... 14 Using the Belt Clip .................. 15 Transferring Data to and from Another Scanner or a PC ................ 15
2 FEATURES Your RadioShack Handheld Scanner is one of a new generation of scanners designed to track Motorola Type I and II (such as Smartnetand Privacy Plus) and hybrid analog trunking systems, and GE/Ericsson (EDACS ) type systems, which are extensively used in many communication systems. Trunking communications systems let a large group of 2-way radio users (or even different groups of 2-way radio users) efficiently use a set of frequencies. Instead of selecting a specific frequency for a transmission, the user simply selects a talk group. The trunking system automatically transmits the call on the first available frequency, and also sends a code that uniquely identifies that transmission. Since the trunking system might send a call and its response on different frequencies, it is difficult to listen to trunked communications using a regular scanner. The trunking scanner monitors the data sent with a 2- way radio transmission, so you can hear the call and response for that user and more easily follow the conversation. The scanner also lets you scan conventional transmissions, and is preprogrammed with service search banks for convenience. By pressing a single button, you can quickly search those frequencies Features About Your Scanner ............... 15 About the Keypad ................. 16 Quick Start ........... 19 Understanding Banks ................... 19 Channel Storage Banks .............. 19 Search Banks .. 20 Understanding Your Scanners Modes . 20 AM Mode ......... 21 FM Mode ......... 21 Motorola Mode ............... 21 EDACS Mode .. 23 Open and Closed Modes ............. 25 Operation ............. 26 Turning on the Scanner and Setting Squelch ........... 26 Storing Known Frequencies into Channels ......... 26 Storing Trunking Frequencies into Channels ......... 28 Storing Text Tags ................ 29 Finding and Stor- ing Active Frequencies .... 32 Listening to the Weather Band . 39 Using Frequency Copy ................ 41 Scanning the Channels ......... 43 Special Features .. 45 Using the Delay Function .......... 45 Locking Out Channels or Frequencies .... 45 Priority ............. 47 Changing the Receive Mode . 49
Features 3 most commonly used by public service and other agencies. This scanner gives you direct access to over 59,000 frequencies including those used by police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies, air, and amateur radio services. Your scanner includes these features: Simultaneous Trunking Operation—trackstwotrunking systems (Motorola and EDACS) and conventional systems at the same time. Automatic Channel Programming— automatically determines the group trunking frequencies, for Motorola trunking systems only, once the control channels are programmed. 10 Channel-Storage Banks—let youstore100channelsineach bank (1,000 channels) to group channels so calls are easier to identify. 10 ID-Storage Banks—letyou store 1,000 IDs in 10 ID banks that have 5 sub-ID banks. 20 IDs are programmed in each sub-ID bank and let you easily identify the ID code. Weather Alert— automatically sounds the alarm tone to advise of hazardous weather conditions when it detects the alert signal on the local National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) weather channel during priority operation. Using the Attenuator ....... 50 Turning the Key Tone On and Off ................... 51 Using the Display Backlight ......... 51 Using the Keylock ........... 52 Changing the Display Contrast .......... 53 Cloning the Programmed Data ................ 53 Trunking ............... 54 Trunking Operation ........ 54 Understanding Trunking .......... 55 Setting Squelch for the Trunking Mode ............... 56 Programming Trunking Frequencies .... 56 Programming Motorola Trunking Systems (UHF-Lo) ......... 58 Programming Motorola Trunking System (800 MHz) ....... 60 Programming Fleet Maps ...... 60 Talk Group IDs 62 Storing Talk Group IDs ........ 62 Ta l k G r o u p I D Hold ................. 64 Turning an ID Sub-Bank On or Off ......... 65 Locking Out Talk Group IDs ........ 65 Delay Function in ID Indication Mode ............... 66
Features 4Digital Weather Alert—displays the weather event text with four alert levels so you can see and hear the reason for the alert. Data Cloning— lets you transfer the programmed data to another PRO-95 scanner. You can also upload or download the programmed data to or from a PC using an optional PC interface kit. 12-Character, 4-Line, Alphanumeric Display— shows you detailed operating information clearly. Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Receiver— virtually eliminates any interference from intermediate frequency (IF) images, so you hear only the frequency you select. Preprogrammed Frequency Ranges— lets you search for transmissions within preset frequency ranges or within ranges you set, to reduce search time and select interesting frequencies more quickly. Hyperscan™ and Hypersearch™— the scanner scans at up to 60 channels per second and searches up to 75 frequencies per second, to help you quickly find transmissions. Scan Delay— delays scanning for about 2 seconds before moving to another channel in conventional mode, so you can hear more replies that are made on the same channel. Reviewing Locked- Out Talk Group IDs ................... 67 Clearing Talk Group IDs ........ 67 Clearing All Talk Group IDs in One Bank ........ 67 Changing the Open/Closed Mode ............... 68 A General Guide to Frequencies ......... 69 US Weather Frequencies (in MHz) ........... 69 Ham Radio Frequencies ..... 69 Birdie Frequencies ..... 69 Guidetothe Action Bands ........ 71 Typical Band Usage (in MHz) ........... 71 Band Allocation ......... 73 Frequency Conversion ........... 80 Troubleshooting .... 82 Resetting the Scanner ........... 83 Initializing the Scanner ........... 83 Care ..................... 84 Specifications ....... 84 Parts and Accessories .......... 87
Features 5 Priority Channel—letsyouset the scanner to check one channel every 2 seconds so you do not miss transmissions. Attenuate— lets you program your scanner to reduce the scanners sensitivity to strong local signals, to reduce interference or noise caused by these signals. Text Input— lets you input a text label for each channel, talk group ID, bank, or other memory location so you can easily identify the transmission. Lock Out Function— lets you set your scanner to skip over specified channels or frequencies when scanning or searching, and skip over IDs when tracking trunked systems. Key Lock— lets you lock the scanners keys to prevent accidentally changing the scanners programming. Flexible Antenna with BNC Connector— provides excellent reception and is designed to help prevent antenna breakage. Memory Backup— keeps the frequencies stored in memory for an extended time even without internal batteries. Three Power Options—letyou power the scanner with internal batteries (non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries, not supplied). You can also use an AC adapter (not supplied) or power the scanner in
The FCC Wants You to Know 6a vehicle using a DC adapter (not supplied). Supplied Trunking Guide— provides a quick reference to public safety trunking radio systems in the United States. Your scanner can receive these frequencies: 25–54MHz 108 – 136.9875 MHz 137–174MHz 216.0025 – 225 MHz 406–512MHz 806 – 823.9875 MHz 849 – 868.9875 MHz 894–960MHz 1240 – 1300 MHz Use “A General Guide to Frequencies” on Page 69 to help you target frequency ranges in your service area so you can search for a wide variety of transmissions. THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a scanning receiver, pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
The FCC Wants You to Know 7 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. SCANNING LEGALLY Your scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups including police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies, private
The FCC Wants You to Know 8companies, amateur radio services, military operations, pager services, and wireline (telephone and telegraph) service providers. It is legal to listen to almost every transmission your scanner can receive. However, there are some transmissions you should never intentionally listen to. These include: Telephone conversations (cellular, cordless, or other private means of telephone signal transmission) Pager transmissions Any scrambled or encrypted transmissions According to the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), you are subject to fines and possible imprisonment for intentionally listening to, using, or divulging the contents of such a transmission unless you have the consent of a party to the communication (unless such activity is otherwise illegal). This scanner has been designed to prevent reception of illegal transmissions. This is done to comply with the legal requirement that scanners be manufactured so as to not be easily modifiable to pick up those transmissions. Do not open your scanners case to make any modifications that could allow it to pick up transmissions that are illegal to monitor. Doing so could subject you to legal penalties. We encourage responsible, legal scanner use.
Preparation 9 In some areas, mobile use of this scanner is unlawful or requires a permit. Check the laws in your area. PREPARATION POWER SOURCES You can power your scanner from any of three sources: internal non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries (not supplied — see “Using Batteries”). standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter — see “Using AC Power” on Page 11) vehicle power (with an optional DC adapter — see “Using Vehicle Battery Power” on Page 12) Ô Using BatteriesYou can power the scanner with four AA batteries (not supplied). For the longest operation and best performance, we recommend alkaline batteries, available at your local RadioShack store. You can use either the supplied non-rechargeable battery holder (black), or the supplied rechargeable battery holder (yellow). If you use the rechargeable battery holder, we recommend RadioShack nickel- metal hydride (Ni–MH) batteries. Ô NOTE Ô Connecting an AC or DC adapter to the scanner dis- connects internal batteries when you use the supplied non-rechargeable battery holder, but it does not discon- nect internal bat- teries when you use the supplied rechargeable battery holder. If you install the rechargeable battery holder, you can operate the scanner and re- charge the re- chargeable batteries at the same time. See “Using Batteries” and “Charging Rechargeable Batteries” on Page 11. If the scanner stops working properly after connecting it to power, try resetting it. See “Resetting/ Initializing the Scanner” on Page 83. You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them the first time. See “Charging Rechargeable Batteries” on Page 11.
Preparation 10You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them the first time. See “Charging Rechargeable Batteries” on Page 11. o Follow these steps to install the batteries: 1. Press in on the battery compartment cover on the back of the scanner and slide the cover down to remove it. 2. Pull the battery holder out of the battery compartment. 3.If you are using non- rechargeable batteries,place them into the black holder, as indicated by the polarity symbols ( +and–)markedon the holder. If you are using rechargeable batteries, place them into the yellow holder as indicated by the polarity symbols ( +and–) marked on the holder. 4. Place the battery holder into the battery compartment. 5. Replace the cover. When battery power is low, Low Battery! appears and the scanner beeps continuously. When battery power is depleted, the scanner turns itself off. Replace all four non-rechargeable batteries, or recharge the rechargeable batteries. See “Charging Rechargeable Batteries” on Page 11. o o WARNING o Never install non- rechargeable batteries in the rechargeable yellow battery holder. Non- rechargeable batteries can get hot or explode if you try to recharge them. CAUTION The battery holderfits only one way. Do not force it. Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type. Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that destroy electronic circuits. Do not mix old and new batteries, differen t types of batteries (alkaline or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. If you do not plan to use the scanner with batteries for a month or longer, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic parts.