User's Manual

200018 User’s Guide Draft

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cle Rechargeable Batteries

Placing rechargeable batteries in the trash can be harmful to the environment. Instead, recycle old

rechargeable batteries at your local RadioShack store free of charge. RadioShack participates in the

RBRX© battery recycling program, and is committed to preserving the environment and conserving

natural resources. Call 1-800-THE-SHACK (1-800-843-7422) for more information.

Battery 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. Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (alkaline, or

rechargeable), batteries of different capacities or rechargeable batteries with different charge states. If

you do not plan to use the scanner with batteries for a month or longer, remove the batteries.

Using AC Power

You can power the scanner using an optional AC USB power adapter and the supplied USB cable.

To power the scanner using an AC USB power adapter (not included, available your local RadioShack

or RadioShack.com), connect the USB of the supplied USB cable to the AC USB power adapter, and

connect the scanner end of the supplied USB cable to the scanner's USB jack. To prevent corruption of

MicroSD Card data, always power the PRO-18 off using the front panel POWER button before

connecting or disconnecting external power sources.

Notes:

. A PC or laptop computer equipped with a USB connector can also be used to charge the PRO-18.

. Some external USB power supplies or computers may generate RF noise that can interfere with the

PRO-18’s reception. If interference occurs, try disconnecting the PRO-18 from the external power

source and move the radio away from the PC.

add photo to access the USB connector

Using Vehicle Power

You can power the scanner using a car USB power adapter (not included, available at your local

RadioShack or RadioShack.com) and the supplied USB cable.

To power the scanner using a car USB power adapter, 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 scanner’s USB jack. To prevent corruption of MicroSD Card data, always power the PRO-18 off

using the front panel POWER button before connecting or disconnecting external power sources.

NOTE: If you use a cigarette-lighter USB power cable and your vehicle’s 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 PRO-18’s reception.

Charging rechargeable batteries

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