GRECOM PSR-800 EZ Scan-SD Digital Owner’s Manual
GRECOM PSR-800 EZ Scan-SD Digital Handheld Scanning Receiver OWNERʼS MANUAL - Please read before using this equipment.
Table of Contents Introduction!..........................................................................................................5 Features!...........................................................................................................5 The FCC Wants You To Know!........................................................................7 Scanning Legally!............................................................................................8 How the PSR-800 Works!.....................
Browse the Library!............................................................................32 Pick objects from the Library!...........................................................33 Import objects to Scanlists!..............................................................33 Basic Step by Step Programming Instructions!...................................33 Browsing the Library!.........................................................................33 Picking Objects from the Library!.................
Main Menu!..........................................................................................55 Srvc Srch Menu!..................................................................................55 Cancel Changes!................................................................................55 Save Changes!....................................................................................56 Attenuator!...........................................................................................
Introduction Welcome to scanning with the PSR-800! The PSR-800 is an advanced digital handheld scanning receiver with a simple and easy to understand user interface. The PSR-800 is a professional-quality digital scanning receiver, yet it is designed to provide ease of use, especially for beginners.
MicroSD Card - Uses an industry standard MicroSD card to store the RadioReference data library and all of your programming - capacity for millions of stored objects! Full USB Interface - Industry standard Composite Device USB interface with USB Mass Storage Device (MSD) and Serial Data (CDC) support. Access the MicroSD card without removing it from the radio, stream decoded Control Channel data and upgrade your radioʼs firmware over USB.
and Scan Sets you have unlimited possibilities for grouping, enabling and disabling objects for scanning. Expanded V-Scanner II Storage System - With the expanded V-Scanner II (VS-II) storage system, you can use the PSR-800 PC Application to save up to 200 V-Scanner configurations on the MicroSD Card, which can be recalled at any time in the field using the radioʼs keypad. Audio Recording - Record received audio from selected objects and searches to the Micro SD card.
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. There is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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 illegal reception of protected 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.
How the PSR-800 Works Your PSR-800 is designed with an easy-to-use simplified keypad that provides navigation keys, a MENU key, a SKIP key and a ▶/II/SEL key. The PSR-800ʼs uncluttered keypad gives you instant access to the functions that you need most while using your scanner. The PSR-800 is designed to use high capacity MicroSD Card memory.
RadioReference Copyright Notice The data contained in the PSR-800ʼs Library is provided by special arrangement with RadioReference and is Copyright ©2011 RadioReference.com LLC whom retains sole ownership of the database. We ask that you respect this copyright by adhering to the following guidelines: The Library data is intended for your personal use only in conjunction with programming and using your PSR-800. As such RadioReference.
Installing the PSR-800 PC Application PSR-800 comes with an easy to use computer application that you can use to modify your PSR-800’s programming, add your own custom programming, configure your scanner, and backup your data configurations. Although the PSR-800 is fully functional without the computer application, we strongly recommend that you install the application and use it to back up your stored data configurations.
Welcome Screen: Click “Next” to begin the installation process for the GRECOM PSR-800 EZ Scan-SD Digital Handheld Scanner PC Application. Click “Cancel” to abort the install. License Agreement: The GRECOM PSR-800 EZ Scan-SD Digital Handheld Trunking scanner uses library database information licensed from RadioReference.com LLC. You must accept the license agreement before you can install the software. To accept the license agreement, click on the I Agree button. Click “Cancel” to abort the install.
Choose Install Location: This screen allows the user to select the destination folder for the application and the USB Cable install. The database library files will be installed in the EZScan\DB folder located in the user’s My Documents folder regardless of this setting. Click “Next” to continue. Choose Start Menu Folder: Select the name of the folder used to store shortcuts in the Start menu. Click “Next” to continue.
Completing the Install: This is the final install screen. To start the EZ Scan-SD Digital Handheld Scanner Application, check the “Run the EZ Scan-SD PC Application” checkbox and click “Finish.
Getting Familiar With Your PSR-800 The following illustrations are provided to help you get familiar with your PSR-800 controls and display.
Understanding the Keypad Your PSR-800 features an simplified backlit keypad with 10 keys that are used to operate the unit. Figure 2 highlights the various keys and their basic functions. Figure 2 - Keypad layout POWER/Backlight The POWER key is located to the top right of the keypad. Press and hold for one second to turn the PSR-800 on and off. Press briefly to toggle the backlight on and off while the radio is powered on.
When editing text, pressing the SKIP key clears all text at and to the right of the cursor. When in Playback mode, the SKIP key stops playback of the current recording, and when playing multiple recordings, advances to the next recording. When in Weather mode, the SKIP key toggles between Normal weather radio mode and SAME Standby mode. In many Menu functions, the SKIP key is used to cancel or abort a pending change.
level. In Playback mode, the key advances five seconds forward in the recorded file being played. LEFT Arrow Key The LEFT Arrow key is used to resume scanning when the PSR-800 is scanning or monitoring objects and is stopped on an active object while scanning without locking out or skipping the object. When browsing objects, the key scrolls down through the Scanlists. When using menus or the Library, the navigates backward, or out, to the previous menu or Library listing or level.
! ! ! ! WARNING:! ALKALINE BATTERIES CANNOT BE RECHARGED. Never operate PSR-800 with alkaline batteries if the Battery Type Selection switch is set to the NiMH position. Doing so may result in battery leakage or other damage to your scanner if the scanner is connected to an external power source. ! Squelch The PSR-800 is equipped with a top mounted squelch control. The squelch control acts as a gate for the transmissions that PSR-800 receives.
-Main MenuScan Browse objects Scanlists Scan Sets Search ▶ Figure 4 - PSR-800 Main Menu A “Scan” display shows a scrolling list of enabled Scanlists while the PSR-800 is scanning, and displays attenuator and trunking control channel status. Figure 5 provides an example of the PSR-800ʼs Scanning display. Scan G ▶ Fire County Police Sheriff City Police State Police Figure 5 - PSR-800 Scanning display Individual object displays are shown when the scanner is monitoring activity on an enabled object.
S County Group: Police Public G ▶ Police psDR North Safety Figure 6 - PSR-800 Channel Object display showing reception of a trunking talkgroup with Simple Display set to “on” With Simple Display set to “off”, additional data is displayed on the screen. The amount and type of data displayed can be customized using the Show options in the Settings menu.
s=skip off, S=skip on, L=lockout on d=delay off, D=delay on r=recording off, R=recording on Display Icons In the Individual Object displays, a row of icons at the top of the display provides status information about the scanner. The top row of icons are defined as follows: " PSR-800ʼs squelch circuit (or “gate”) is open. " Signal meter indicating strength of the received signal. IF" " The radioʼs IF (discriminator) output mode is active.
▶" PSR-800 is in Scan mode (scanning) II PSR-800 is in Pause mode (monitoring a single object) " Audio is being recorded on the active or selected object F" Audio recording is enabled but recording is suspended. The MicroSD card is almost out of space. Delete or archive older audio files to make room for new recordings. " Battery status indicator. All black indicates battery is fully charged.
Getting Started Unpacking the PSR-800 Unpack your PSR-800 carefully. Your PSR-800 is supplied with the following items: • • • • • • PSR-800 Main Unit 2GB MicroSD Card Rubber antenna Rotatable belt clip USB cable CD containing Ownerʼs Manual, PC software and Database Save all documentation and packing materials in case it is necessary to return your scanner for repair. ! WARNING:! Always protect the PSR-800 from exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures. ! WARNING:! The PSR-800 is not waterproof.
! ! communities offer battery recycling services - check with your local solid waste management agency. ! ! ! ! ! ! ! WARNING:! Always remove old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that destroy electronic circuits. Always turn off the scanner when not in use to prevent deep discharge and possible battery leakage.
button before connecting or disconnecting external power sources. ! ! ! ! HINT: ! A PC or laptop computer equipped with a USB connector can also be used to charge the PSR-800. NOTE: ! Some external USB power supplies or computers may generate RF noise that can interfere with the PSR-800ʼs reception. If interference occurs, try disconnecting the PSR-800 from the external power source and move the radio away from the PC.
Lift here to open Figure 8 - USB connector cover Using Vehicle Battery Power You can power the scanner using an optional car USB power adaptor and the supplied USB cable. To power the scanner using a car USB power adaptor, connect the USB plug end of the supplied USB cable to the car USB power adapter, and connect the scanner data plug end of the supplied USB cable to the scannerʼs USB jack.
! ! ! ! NOTE: ! If you use a cigarette-lighter USB power cable and your vehicleʼs engine is running, you might hear electrical noise from the engine while scanning. This is normal. Some external USB power supplies may generate RF noise that can interfere with the PSR-800ʼs reception. Attaching the antenna Remove the antenna from its protective plastic wrapper.
Recommended squelch setting Figure 9 - Recommended squelch setting range. The first time you turn on the scanner, you will be prompted to set the date and time of the scannerʼs internal real time clock. You can also set the clock over the USB connection using the PSR-800 PC application. Low Battery Warning Your scanner will provide an audible low battery warning every 30 seconds when the batteries are nearly depleted.
! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! WARNING:! Use extreme caution when installing or removing an outdoor antenna. If the antenna starts to fall, let it go! It could contact overhead power lines. If the antenna touches a power line, touching the antenna, mast, cable, or guy wires can cause electrocution and death. Call the power company to remove the antenna. DO NOT attempt to do so yourself. WARNING:! Outdoor antennas must be properly grounded to prevent static buildup and lightning damage.
To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use headphones. • Prior to wearing the headphones, insert the headphone plug into the HEADPHONE jack and set the volume to zero. With the headphones on, adjust the volume to a comfortable level. • Avoid increasing the volume once you set it. Over time, your sensitivity to a volume level decreases, so volume levels that do not cause discomfort might damage your hearing. • Avoid or limit listening at high volume levels.
Pick objects from the Library When you find an object or group of objects that you want to monitor, you “pick” them by selecting them, which marks them for the Import objects to Scanlists step. Import objects to Scanlists Finally, when you have picked the objects you want to import, you complete the operation by selecting one or more Scanlists where you would like the selected objects to be imported. The PSR-800 will map your objects to the Scanlists you have selected.
RadioReference uses Systems under the state level to group trunked radio systems that provide statewide coverage, such as consolidated statewide trunked radio systems for use by multiple state agencies, and in some cases, local agency use as well. Many states have consolidated their communications systems to a single statewide trunked radio system, which allows radio users from multiple agencies to share a single sophisticated radio system that provides coverage throughout the entire state.
The PSR-800 makes it easy for you to explore all of these groups. Just use the and keys to “drill in” and “drill out” of the Libraryʼs menu system. Picking Objects from the Library As you continue to drill in to each Library grouping using the key, youʼll eventually see empty checkboxes next to the listings that appear. You can continue to drill in deeper by pressing the key, or, if desired, press the ▶/II/SEL key to pick all of the objects associated with the grouping.
A “D” in place of a checkbox indicates that the object or system uses an unsupported digital modulation mode and cannot be scanned by the PSR-800. An “S” in place of a checkbox indicates that the system type is not supported and cannot be scanned by the PSR-800. An “F” in place of a checkbox indicates that there are no sites or frequencies in the RadioReference database for the system or category.
NOTE: ! The Default Scanlist is always pre-selected for your convenience. If you do not want to import your picked objects into the Default Scanlist, be sure to unselect it before importing. You can change the Default Scanlist in the Settings Menu or with the PSR-800 PC application. ! ! ! ! ! HINT: ! You can change the names of the Scanlists using the “Scanlists” option under the Main Menu, or with the PSR-800 PC Application.
have dependencies - at least one site from the system must be selected in order for picked talkgroups to imported to Scanlists. There are many different manufacturers and flavors of trunked radio systems, each with their own special programming nuances. Fortunately, the PSR-800 takes the guesswork out of programming talkgroup objects.
At this level you will see the one system in Indiana with statewide coverage, the Indiana Project Hoosier SAFE-T state public safety radio system. If you press the ▶/II/SEL key, a check will be placed next to the system name, marking every site and talkgroup on the system for importing into the library (this will take a few minutes due to the number of sites and talkgroups in this large statewide system).
Enabling/Disabling Scanlists To enable and disable Scanlists for scanning, press the MENU key until you reach the Main Menu, which is indicated at the top of the LCD display. Use the and keys to scroll to Scanlists, then press the key to proceed to the list of Scanlists. Each Scanlist is preceded with a checkbox. To enable a Scanlist for scanning, press the ▶/II/SEL key to add a checkmark to the selected Scanlist. To disable a Scanlist for scanning, press ▶/II/SEL again to remove the checkmark.
key to monitor the selected object. Press the ▶/II/SEL key again to scan all objects in enabled Scanlists. Scanning To scan all active objects in enabled Scanlists, press the MENU key to display the Main Menu. Use the and keys to scroll to Scan, then press the or ▶/II/SEL key to begin scanning. To enable or disable Scanlists, follow the instructions in the Enable/ Disable Scanlists section above.
Advanced Features MicroSD Card Your PSR-800 ships with a 2 GB MicroSD Card already formatted, installed and ready for use. Connecting the PSR-800 to a computer with the supplied USB cable allows you to access the card with the PSR-800 PC Application and update the Library, edit the PSR-800ʼs configuration and stored objects, optimize the card, and reformat the card if necessary.
release to eject the MicroSD Card. Slide the MicroSD Card out of the slot to remove it from the radio. To insert the MicroSD Card, position the MicroSD Card with the label facing the front of the radio and slide it into the slot. Press the MicroSD Card in gently until a click is heard to lock it in place. Replace the battery compartment door. ! ! NOTE: ! Always use the PSR-800 PC Application to format the MicroSD Card to ensure that the card is properly formatted for best performance in the PSR-800.
BTMP Contains various temporary files used by the PSR-800 while it is running CDAT Contains your PSR-800 programming CDAT_VS.nnn Contains PSR-800 programming for V-Scanner folder number nnn, where nnn may range from 001 to 200 DB Contains the Library MTMP Contains various temporary files used by the PSR-800 while it is running STMP Contains various temporary files used by the PSR-800 while it is running CURVS.DAT Configuration information CONFIG__.
• Record all transmissions that occur on talkgroups or channels that are of interest to you for later review • Perform attended or unattended searches for new frequencies, automatically storing audio with frequency information for all transmissions found while searching • Record all transmissions that occur on ALL talkgroups or channels, providing an instant recall function to replay a prior transmission that was missed or unintelligible Audio recording is not enabled by default.
• • Back jumps back to the list of recorded files • • Delete All deletes all recorded audio files • Delete Later deletes the selected audio file and all recorded audio files after the selected file Play From Here plays the current recording and all recordings afterwards Delete Earlier deletes recorded audio files prior to the selected audio file The PSR-800 PC Application includes advanced audio file playback and management features in addition to the audio playback and management features in the ra
With Scan Sets you can quickly select large groups of Scanlists to enable or disable, just by enabling or disabling the Scan Sets that contain the desired groups of Scan Lists, instead of individually editing the list of enabled Scanlists every time you want to change the group of Scanlists you wish to monitor. As you import or program objects to be scanned, you map them to Scanlists to group them in any manner that you choose.
disabling the same sets of Scanlists as you encounter different scanning situations - for example, scanning in different areas, or scanning different public safety departments or disciplines. Wouldnʼt it be nice to quickly enable and disable your Scanlists as groups (or “sets”), instead of scrolling to each Scanlist individually and enabling or disabling as required? Scan Sets allow you to do this.
Always remember the simple Objects, Scanlists and Scan Sets rule above. Use your imagination and see how many ways you can come up with to put Scan Sets to work for you. Weather Modes The PSR-800 is also a sophisticated and powerful NOAA weather radio receiver.
7). Press the MENU key. Scroll to Priority, and use the and keys to select the same NOAA weather radio channel number that you previously identified as having the best signal for your area. Press the MENU key to exit, following the on-screen instructions to save your changes. When monitoring objects, the PSR-800 will check the specified weather frequency periodically for the 1050 Hz Warning Alert Tone (WAT). If WAT is found, the PSR-800 will sound an alarm and monitor the weather alert audio.
Scroll down to the SAME 1 FIPS parameter and press the ▶/II/SEL key to enter a FIPS code for SAME 1. The FIPS code for Dallas County is 048113, which is broken down as follows: The first digit, 0, indicates that the geographical area consists of the entire county. The SAME specification can use the first digit to define a sub-area within a county, but this is generally not used. The second two digits, 48, indicate the state is Texas. The last three digits, 113, indicate that the County is Dallas.
before they are reported by local radio and television media. The Skywarn Scanlist works like any other the PSR-800 Scanlist. It can be enabled and disabled for scanning along with the 200 regular Scanlists. The Skywarn Scanlist can also be accessed quickly by pressing the key while the PSR-800 is in Weather Monitor mode. When activated from Weather Monitor mode, all other Scanlists are temporarily disabled, and only objects mapped to the Skywarn Scanlist will be monitored.
Cancel Changes Exits the Spectrum Sweeper Menu without saving any changes Save Changes Saves your changes and exits the Spectrum Sweeper Menu Attenuator When checked, attenuation is enabled when using Spectrum Sweeper. Attenuation limits the effective range of Spectrum Sweeper and may help reduce interference from strong local transmitters. Use the ▶/II/SEL key to toggle Attenuator status. Zeromatic Enables or disables the PSR-800ʼs Zeromatic circuit.
25-54 MHz" 108-137 MHz" 137-174 MHz" 216-300 MHz" 300-406 MHz" 406-470 MHz" 470-512 MHz" 764-782 MHz" 791-797 MHz" 806-869 MHz" 894-1300 MHz " " " " " " " " " " " " VHF Low Band VHF Aircraft Band VHF High Band 220 MHz Commercial/Amateur Band UHF Military Air Band UHF Band UHF-T Band 700 MHz Band 700 MHz Band 800 MHz Band 900 MHz Band, 23 cm Amateur Band For the “Public Safety” Spectrum Sweeper mode, the following frequency ranges can be controlled: 33.4-46.
453-467 MHz" 764-782 MHz" 791-797 MHz" 851-869 MHz" " " " " UHF Band 700 MHz Band 700 MHz Band 800 MHz Band Aircraft - Searches civilian and military air frequencies. Groups are as follows: 108-118 MHz Navigation 118-137 MHz Civilian Voice 138-150 MHz Military Voice (excludes 2m Amateur) 225-400 MHz Military Voice Railroad - searches the Association of American Railroads (AAR) VHF railroad frequencies used in the US and Canada Amateur - Searches amateur radio frequencies. Groups are as follows: 28.0-29.
Save Changes Saves your changes and exits the Service Search Menu Attenuator When checked, attenuation is enabled when using Service Search. Attenuation limits the effective range of Service Search and may help reduce interference from strong local transmitters. Use the ▶/II/SEL key to toggle Attenuator status. Zeromatic Enables or disables the PSR-800ʼs Zeromatic circuit. Zeromatic helps the PSR-800 tune to exact frequencies when searching. Use the ▶/II/SEL key to toggle Zeromatic enabled/disabled status.
To change the Limit Search options, press the MENU key while Limit Search is active. The following Limit Search options are available: Main Menu Navigates to the PSR-800ʼs Main Menu Search Menu Navigates to the Search Menu Cancel Changes Exits the Limit Search Menu without saving any changes Save Changes Saves your changes and exits the Limit Search Menu Attenuator When checked, attenuation is enabled when using Limit Search.
Storing found CTCSS or DCS codes Your PSR-800 is able to quickly identify the CTCSS or DCS subaudible squelch code used on many conventional radio channels in cases where the squelch code is not included in the RadioReference database, or is not known by you. When importing objects from the Library, CTCSS and DCS code information from the RadioReference database is automatically imported with the conventional channel information.
• Updates made to the RadioReference database to provide more descriptive names for the talkgroups on a trunked radio system • Updates made to the RadioReference database to incorporate changes CTCSS programming for a conventional channel by a radio system operator You should use the PSR-800 PC Application to download the latest Library data and move it to your radioʼs MicroSD Card on a routine basis to ensure that you have the latest RadioReference data in your Library.
Internal Clock/Calendar Your PSR-800 includes a real time clock/calendar that is used to correctly date and time stamp recorded audio files. The first time you power on your PSR-800, you will be prompted to set the time and date. If batteries are allowed to fully discharge, or if they are removed from the PSR-800 for more than a few minutes, the date and time will need to be set again.
PSR-800 Menu Reference PSR-800 Main Menu The heart of the PSR-800ʼs user interface is the Main Menu, where all of the major functions are controlled. The following options are available in the Main Menu: Scan Begins scanning of imported objects in enabled Scanlists. Use the or ▶/II/SEL keys to activate Scan mode. Browse Objects Enters Scanlist Browse mode, which allows you to browse the objects that you have imported into Scanlists. Use the or ▶/II/SEL keys to activate Scanlist Browse mode.
Applies current Library data from the MicroSD Card to all of the programmed objects. Restore Skipped Restores all skipped objects so they will be scanned again in Scan mode. Settings Accesses the Settings menu. Settings Menu reference below for more information. V-Scanner Accesses the V-Scanner menu to select different VS-II configurations. See the V-Scanner section of this manual for more information. Set Clock Sets the date and time. Use the keys to set the correct date and time.
To edit objects using the PSR-800, follow the instructions above for Browsing Scanlists and Objects to select the object you wish to edit, then press the MENU key to activate the Object Menu. Alternatively, you may press the MENU key when the PSR-800 stops on an active object while scanning to edit that object. To change an option use the and keys to scroll to the option you wish to change, then press the key to toggle values or proceed to the next step.
object displayʼs “psDr” indicator. “L” in the second position indicates that the object is Locked Out. Skipped When checked, the selected object is Skipped and will not be scanned. Skipped status is restored when the Main Menuʼs Restore Skipped utility is used. Use the ▶/II/SEL or keys to toggle Skipped status. Skipped status is indicated in the object displayʼs “psDr” indicator. “s” indicates that Skip is not enabled for the object, and “S” indicates that Skip is enabled for the object.
Defines an audible alarm that is heard whenever there is activity on the object. Use the or keys to select the desired alarm sound. Light Defines backlight behavior for the selected object. Use the or keys to select the desired light behavior. Options are Leave (use default backlight settings), On (turn the backlight on) or Flash (flash the backlight according to the Flash Pattern setting).
◉ =ON, ◎=OFF Figure 11 - Four step block flash patterns The flash pattern is set for each block by specifying the number or letter associated with the desired flash pattern. Using this technique it is possible to define simple or complex flash patterns that you can use to identify an active object at a glance from across the room. On Time and Off Time control the backlight on and backlight off duration for each of the 32 steps in the Flash Pattern.
To set On Time and Off Time, use the and keys to scroll to On Time or Off Time, then press the key to set the value. Follow the on-screen instructions to set the value for On Time and Off Time. LED Enable When checked, illuminates the PSR-800ʼs tri-color Alert LED when a transmission is received on the object. The LED color is determined by the Color 1 RGB setting below.
For more information on programming Alert LED colors and flash patterns, please see Appendix A - Alert LED Programming Examples. Record When checked, enables the Record function to capture all transmissions on the object. Enable Record must be checked in the Settings Menu. Delete Object Selecting Delete Object removes the object from the PSR-800ʼs working memory configuration. The Library data is never altered in any way, so if necessary, the object can be imported to the PSR-800ʼs Scanlists again.
By default, the PSR-800 operates with a simplified display that only shows object and Scanlist names. To see more information about objects, disable this option. This option must be unchecked to view detailed frequency, talkgroup ID, Radio ID or CTCSS and DCS squelch code information. Default SL Sets the Default Scanlist. Objects imported from the Library, and new frequencies found with the Search modes or the Spectrum Sweeper are automatically mapped to the Default Scanlist.
of the per-object AGC setting. With G AGC Mode off, Digital AGC is controlled by the per object settings. G AGC On When checked, and when G AGC Mode is enabled, activates AGC for all incoming digital transmissions regardless of perobject setting. When unchecked, and when G AGC Mode is enabled, deactivates AGC for all incoming digital transmissions regardless of per-object setting. Sounds Controls all beep and alert sounds used by the radio.
Controls whether the LCD, keypad or both should be illuminated when the backlight is active. LiteTime Controls the amount of time the backlight stays on. LiteLevel Controls the brightness of the backlight and the Alert LED Welcome Text 1-5 Sets the text displayed on five lines of the display when the PSR-800 is first turned on. Blink Time 1-2 For alternating display elements, controls the amount of time each item is displayed.
When enabled, shows the Talkgroup ID for P25 Conventional Talkgroup calls. Simple Display must be unchecked. CONV Radio ID When enabled, shows the Radio ID for P25 conventional calls. Simple Display must be unchecked. PC/IF CCDump When enabled, streams ASCII Control Channel Dump data over the USB interface when the radio is tuned to a trunking control channel. Low Batt Time Sets the interval for the audible low battery warning. Charge Time Sets the charge time for the built-in radio charger.
at the headphone jack. When HP/SP is selected, the IF signal will also be present at the speaker. DSPLevelAdapt Controls how fast the DSP adjusts to varying P25 levels. The default value is 64. Lower values correspond to slower rates, and higher values correspond to faster rates. Use of the default value is recommended unless otherwise directed by GRE Support. DSPADCGain Controls input signal to CODEC. The default value is +0dB.
Troubleshooting Should you experience difficulty with the PSR-800, please refer to the following troubleshooting guide for assistance. If you are unable to restore the PSR-800 to normal operation after following these steps, contact your dealer or GRE America for assistance. The scanner does not function • Ensure that the PSR-800 is equipped with fresh batteries. If powering the PSR-800 from external power, make certain that the USB power plug is fully inserted into the PSR-800ʼs USB jack.
The scanner does not recognize the MicroSD Card • The MicroSD Card is not properly formatted. Use the PSR-800 PC Application to reformat the card. If using Windows to format the card, the card format must be FAT or FAT32 with 32kB clusters. • The MicroSD Card may not be inserted fully. Press the MicroSD Card into the slot until a click is heard and the card is fully inserted in the slot. • The MicroSD Card may be defective. Replace with a new MicroSD Card.
Code Meaning 03-00 No MicroSD Card inserted Ensure that a properly formatted MicroSD card is fully inserted and locked in the MicroSD slot. 03-01 General error initializing file system Reinsert the MicroSD card to ensure it is fully inserted in locked in the MicroSD slot. If necessary, reformat the MicroSD card using the PC Application “Prepare SD Card for use” option. Replace the MicroSD card if the problem persists.
Code Meaning Corrective Action 04-00 Initialization error Contact GRE Support and provide error code information 04-01 Initialization error Contact GRE Support and provide error code information 04-02 Firmware load error Contact GRE Support and provide error code information 05-00 Unable to load CONFIG__.BIN Reformat the MicroSD card using the PC Application “Prepare SD Card for use” option. Replace the MicroSD card if the problem persists. 05-01 CONFIG__.
Care Your scanner is not waterproof. Keep the scanner dry and away from water. Do not wash the scanner with a wet cloth or pour fluid into the scanner. If the scanner gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the scanner only in normal temperature environments. Handle the scanner carefully; do not drop it. Keep the scanner away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
Appendix A - Alert LED Programming Examples GREʼs exclusive Alert LED has been enhanced for the PSR-800. These enhancements provide powerful new capabilities for customizing the Alert LED, giving you even more flexibility for setting the Alert LED up to show unique colors and flash patterns when transmissions are received on important talkgroups and channels. GREʼs designers have provided some of their favorite settings here.
Slow Flash - Single Color Flash Pattern 55555555 On Time 50 Off Time 50 LED Enable Checked LED Flash Checked Color Count 1 Color 1 FF0000 (red) Color 2 n/a Color 3 n/a Color 4 n/a These settings will illuminate the LED with a single color, flashing on and off at the rate of one cycle per second.
“Highway Department 1” Strobe Effect Flash Pattern A8A8A8A8 On Time 5 Off Time 9 LED Enable Checked LED Flash Checked Color Count 1 Color 1 FFFF00 (yellow) Color 2 n/a Color 3 n/a Color 4 n/a These settings produce a rapid yellow pulsing strobe effect.
“Police Department 1” Strobe Effect Flash Pattern A8A8A8A8 On Time 5 Off Time 9 LED Enable Checked LED Flash Checked Color Count 1 Color 1 0000FF (blue) Color 2 n/a Color 3 n/a Color 4 n/a These settings produce a rapid blue pulsing strobe effect.
“Police Department 3” Strobe Effect Flash Pattern AAAAAAAA On Time 5 Off Time 9 LED Enable Checked LED Flash Checked Color Count 2 Color 1 0000FF (blue) Color 2 FF0000 (red) Color 3 n/a Color 4 n/a These settings produce an alternating blue/red strobe effect.
“Fire/EMS 2” Strobe Effect Flash Pattern AAAAAAAA On Time 5 Off Time 9 LED Enable Checked LED Flash Checked Color Count 2 Color 1 0000FF (blue) Color 2 FF0000 (red) Color 3 n/a Color 4 n/a These settings produce a rapid red/white strobe effect.
Specifications FREQUENCY RANGE! ! 25.0000 − 26.9600 MHz! 26.9650 − 27.4050 MHz! 27.4100 − 29.5050 MHz! 29.5100 − 29.7000 MHz! 29.7100 − 49.8300 MHz ! 49.8350 − 54.0000 MHz! 108.000 − 136.9916 MHz ! 137.000 − 137.995 MHz! 138.000 − 143.9875 MHz ! 144.000 − 147.9950 MHz ! 148.000 − 150.7875 MHz ! 150.800 − 150.8450 MHz ! 150.8525 − 154.4975 MHz! 154.5150 − 154.6400 MHz! 154.6500 − 156.2550 MHz! 156.2750 − 157.4500 MHz! 157.4700 − 161.5725 MHz! 161.6000 − 161.9750 MHz! 162.0000 − 174.0000 MHz ! 216.0025 − 219.
7 preprogrammed WX frequencies with WX priority and SAME 10 SAME memory locations 200 V-Scanner II Configurations RECEIVING MODES AM, FM, FM-MOT (Motorola), LTR (EF Johnson), EDACS wide/narrow (GE/Ericsson/HARRIS), CTCSS and DCS RECEIVING SYSTEM Triple conversion PLL super heterodyne SERVICE BAND SEARCH! Marine CB FRS/GRMS/MURS Public safety Aircraft Amateur (Ham) Railroad WX FREQUENCIES 162.400, 162.425, 162.450, 162.475, 162.500, 162.525, 162.
SEARCH RATE 162.25 − 167.25 MHz: 80 steps/sec. SCAN AND SEARCH DELAY TIME 2 seconds ! AUDIO MAX. POWER RF INPUT: 100 µV AT 154.1 MHZ (DEV:3KHZ AT1KHZ) 8 Ohms Resistor Load at speaker terminal (BTL): 500 m Watts INTERMEDIATE FREQUENCY 1st 380.8 MHz 2nd 21.4 MHz 3rd 455 kHz CURRENT DRAIN (BACK LIGHT OFF/WITH OUT CHARGING) 8 Ohm internal speaker at 154.1 MHz, 5.5VDC Ext Power, Squelched: 170mA nominal ANTENNA IMPEDANCE 50 Ohms TEMPERATURE RANGE Operate (Need not meet spec.
Limited Warranty Limited Warranty General GRE America, Inc. warranty all parts of each new product to be of sound design, good material and workmanship, and will repair or exchange any parts proven to be defective under normal use at no charge for a period of 12 months from the date of sale to the end user. GRE America will correct defects. There will be no charge for labor for a period of 12 months from the date of original sale, except as provided below.
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