20-496 PRO-2096 Digital Trunking Mobile/Base Scanner Please read this user’s guide before installing, setting up and using your new product www.radioshack.
Contents Thank you for purchasing your Pro-2096 digital trunk scanner from RadioShack. You can mount your scanner in a fixed position and use it as a base scanner or you can use it as a mobile scanner by mounting it in a vehicle. This scanner is the first of an innovative and exciting new generation, capable of receiving digital voice modulation from the newest and most sophisticated conventional and trunked radio networks. No additional hardware or add-on cards are needed.
The Basics contents your scanner’s keypad 7 your scanner’s rear view 9 your scanner’s display 10 step 1: install your scanner 11 mounting your scanner in your dashboard mobile mounting in your vehicle using your scanner as a base station step 2: power your scanner from a wall outlet through your vehicle’s ignition from your vehicle’s cigarrette lighter step 3: connect your scanner connect the supplied antenna connect an external antenna connect an external speaker or headphones 11 11 12 13 13
The Basics searching for active frequencies using Zeromatic using seek search manually tuning to a frequency frequency copy 27 27 27 28 29 copying a frequency into a specified channel copying a frequency to a vacant channel into a specified bank copying a frequency to the priority channel listening to the weather band same standby mode testing weather alert using delay locking out channels/frequencies locking out channels locking out frequencies reviewing locked-out search frequency clearing locked-out s
The Basics trunking operation 50 setting squelch for trunk scanning talkgroup ID hold turning an ID sub-bank on or off open and closed mode operation toggling open and closed modes manual ID lockout toggle activate ID lockout while scanning reviewing locked-out talkgroup IDs changing from ID text tag display to ID code display trunked delay function clearing talkgroups IDs clearing all talkgroup IDs in one bank programming trunked systems 50 50 50 51 52 52 53 53 53 53 54 55 56 Motorola analog, digital
The Basics text input chart using channel receive modes updating the DSP firmware 69 69 69 truobleshooting 70 resetting/initializing your scanner 71 resetting your scanner initializing your scanner 71 72 care 73 replacing the fuse service and repair 73 73 specifications 74 The FCC wants you to know 77 scanning legally 77 glossary 78 warranty 84 ©2004 RadioShack Corporation. All Rights Reserved. RadioShack, RadioShack.com.
The Basics your scanner’s keypad TRUNK — stores the trunking ID code or holds the trunking ID while scanning. L/OUT — locks out selected channels and ID codes, and skips specified frequencies during a search. CLEAR — clears an incorrect entry. PROG — programs frequencies in selected channels. PWR/VOL/SQ — long knob turns OFF/ON, and controls volume. Short knob controls squelch. PC/IF — connect data cable for cloning or connecting to a PC. s — attach headphones with 1/8” jack here.
The Basics FUNC — press in combination with other keys to perform various functions. TUNE — Press TUNE, PAUSE then e or d to tune to a frequency. ATT — Press to activate attenuation (reduce scanner sensitivity, block strong signals). Press again to deactivate attenuation. PAUSE — pauses search or tune operation. DIM — adjusts the backlight level (Light, Dark, or OFF). e or d — press to scan or search in either direction. WX — press to scan programmed weather channels. See p.
The Basics Press to enter a number or a character (in text mode). ./DELAY — press to enter a decimal point, space, or hyphen. Press to program delay time for a channel/search bank. ENT — press to confirm frequency and text entries. your scanner’s rear view RESET— press to reset your scanner. ANT — connect the supplied antenna or an external antenna here. DC 13.8V — connect a power source here. SCREW HOLE — use to mount the scanner in a car with some hardware (screw not supplied).
The Basics your scanner’s display Receiving a Signal ( no signal) Channel 00-(49) Bank 0-(9) (M)anual Mode (P)rogram (S)can Priority On/Off Indicator Attenuator On/Off Indicator Delay On/Off Indecator Lockout On/Off Indecator (While Scanning, Scanning Direction, or Open/Closed Mode Indecator .
The Basics step 1: install your scanner You can mount your digital trunking scanner in your vehicle, install it for mobility, or install it as a base station. mounting your scanner in your dashboard If you are unsure about how to install your scanner in your vehicle, consult your automobile manufacturer, dealer, or a qualified installer. Before installing, confirm your scanner fits in the desired mounting area and you have all the necessary materials.
The Basics 1. Attach the three protective rubber feet to the mounting bracket when you use the scanner on a flat surface. Do not use them when you mount the bracket with screws. 2. Use the supplied mounting bracket as a template to mark positions for the two mounting screws. Note 3. At the marked positions, drill holes slightly smaller than the screws. 4. Remove the paper backing from each washer and stick one inside of each bracket’s ear, aligning the washer’s hole with the bracket’s hole. 5.
The Basics step 2: power your scanner You can power your scanner from a wall outlet, through your vehicle’s ignition, or from your vehicle’s cigarette lighter. from a wall outlet 1. Connect the tip of the supplied AC adapter to the DC 13.8V jack at the rear of your scanner. Note Warning! 2. Plug the AC adapter into your wall outlet. You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 13.8V DC and delivers at least 600mA.
The Basics Note Be sure the grounding screw makes complete contact with the metal frame of your vehicle. 3. Connect the red wire of the supplied DC power cord to a voltage source that turns on and off with the ignition switch, such as a spare accessory terminal in your vehicle’s fuse box. 4. Insert the power cord’s barrel plug into the scanner’s DC 13.8V jack. Note 5. Reconnect the cable to the Rear View negative (-) terminal of your vehicle’s battery.
The Basics step 3: connect your scanner connect the supplied antenna Push the antenna onto your scanner’s antenna connector and rotate until it locks into place. Your scanner’s sensitivity to various frequencies depends on its location and the antenna’s length.
The Basics 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.
The Basics step 4: set up your scanner squelch 1. Rotate VOL clockwise to turn on your scanner. DSP LOADING and Welcome To Digital Trunking appears. In a few seconds, you might hear a hissing sound. 2. Adjust VOL to a comfortable listening level. 3. Rotate SQ (squelch) fully counterclockwise to OFF. Then, rotate SQ clockwise until the hissing sound stops. 4. To turn off the scanner, turn VOL counterclockwise to OFF. storing conventional frequencies 1. Turn on your scanner and press PROG. 2.
The Basics Notes If you make a mistake entering the frequency, Invalid Freq briefly appears. When you store a frequency by pressing ENT, your scanner beeps. Press CLEAR to backspace and correct a character, or hold down CLEAR for about two seconds to clear the entire field and start over. Your scanner automatically rounds the frequency you enter to the nearest valid frequency. For example, if you enter 151.53, your scanner accepts it as 151.5275. Reception of the frequency will not be adversely affected.
The Basics searching and tuning You can search for transmissions using the scanner’s preprogrammed search banks. The search banks include six preprogrammed search ranges, SR0 to SR5. You can change the search range of Bank SR6 manually by setting the lower and higher ends of the search range. Notes You can use the scanner’s delay feature while searching. See “Using Delay”. You can set CTCSS or DCS mode when searching any range, except for SR0, SR1, and SR4.
The Basics basic scanning Press SCAN to begin scanning channels. The scanner scans through all channels in the active channel storage bank. See “About Channel Storage Banks”. • You must store frequencies into channels before you can scan them. The scanner does not scan through empty channels. • To change the scanning direction, press e or d while scanning.
Beyond the Basics using CTCSS and DCS Your scanner’s advanced, DSP-based CTCSS and DCS, decoder allows you to listen only to a frequency group that is of interest to you. Simply specify the group’s specific CTCSS or DCS code for a certain frequency. CTCSS and DCS can also help reduce interfering signals that cause your scanner to stop on one channel.
Beyond the Basics 2. In the marine, CB and FRS bands, you can directly select a channel or search through the band. When M appears on the left on the second line, you can directly select a channel (see “Search Bank Charts”). Use the numeric keypad to select a specific two-digit channel number (for example, press 1 6 to select Channel 16, or 0 5 to select channel 5). You can also change the channels by pressing e or d. There are several group banks in the SR3 Police/Fire and SR5 ham bands.
Beyond the Basics Receive mode: FM/Digital Ch. Frequency (MHz) Ch. 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 20 157.0000 161.6000 21 157.0500 22 157.1000 23 157.1500 24 157.2000 161.8000 25 157.2500 161.8500 26 157.3000 161.9000 27 157.3500 161.9500 28 157.4000 162.0000 63 157.
Beyond the Basics 86 157.3250 161.9250 88 157.4250 87 157.3750 161.9750 Search bank: SR1 CB band Receive mode: AM Ch. Frequency (MHz) Ch. 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.
Beyond the Basics Ch. Frequency (MHz) Ch. 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.
Beyond the Basics 1 153.770 – 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 3 453.0375 – 453.9625 12.5 458.0375 – 458.9625 12.5 460.0125 – 460.6375 12.5 465.0125 – 465.6375 12.5 851.0125 – 860.9875 25 866.0125 – 868.9875 12.5 Search bank: SR4 Aircraft Receive mode: AM Frequency (MHz) Step (kHz) 108.000 – 136.9875 12.
Beyond the Basics searching for active frequencies You can search a specific range of frequencies by programming SR6 with lower and upper frequency limits. 1. Press PGM, SRCH. PSR (Program Search) appears in the top line and the cursor blinks L on the second line for the lower limit frequency. 2. Use the number keys and ./DELAY to enter the desired lower limit frequency (including the decimal point). 3. Press ENTER to set the lower limit frequency. The cursor moves to upper frequency field.
Beyond the Basics stops on each active frequency for five seconds then automatically resumes searching. • You can copy and save a frequency into a specified bank, channel, or priority channel when the scanner finds an active frequency. See “Frequency Copy” on Page 29 to save the frequency. Frequency copy works only in search banks 1 - 6. • In the Air and Limit search bands, press FUNC then e to start searching up from the lowest frequency or d to start searching down from the highest frequency.
Beyond the Basics frequency copy You can copy a frequency into a specified channel, a vacant channel in a specified bank, or a priority channel. This feature lets you easily store frequencies of interest you encounter while searching or tuning. You cannot copy a frequency from the Marine search bands. copying a frequency into a specified channel You can copy a frequency into a channel you specify when the scanner stops on that frequency during search mode or when you manually tune it.
Beyond the Basics copying a frequency to a vacant channel into a specified bank You can copy a frequency into a vacant channel in a bank you specify when the scanner stops on the frequency during search or tune mode. If you try to copy a frequency that is already stored, the scanner sounds a tone after you press ENT. Dupl.f Chxxx appears at the bottom line. To copy the duplicate frequency anyway, press ENT. Otherwise, press CLEAR to cancel. 1. Press FUNC, ENT when you find a frequency you want to copy.
Beyond the Basics listening to the weather band The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) has allocated channels for use by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Regulatory agencies in other countries have also allocated channels for use by their weather reporting authorities. NOAA and your local weather reporting authority broadcast your local forecast and regional weather information on one or more of these channels. 1.
Beyond the Basics with the strongest signal for your location. 2. Press FUNC, PROG to access the FIPS code entry table. 3. Repeatedly press e or d to select the desired FIPS code storage location. 4. Use the numeric keys to enter the desired FIPS code, then press ENT to store the code. Press TEXT to label the code entry, if desired. Repeat this step for each FIPS code you want to store. 5. Press L/OUT to lock out or enable specific FIPS entries. 6. Press WX to exit the FIPS code entry table.
Beyond the Basics about two seconds while SAME Standby is active. The display indicates the type of message, and the scanner sounds the alarm associated with that type of message. The alarm sound changes automatically every three seconds. Press any key except DIM to end the alarm demonstration mode. using delay You can configure your conventional, non-trunked channels for a two second delay to avoid missing reply traffic on the same channel.
Beyond the Basics Note You can still manually select and monitor locked-out channels. Note Locking out a channel with an active trunking control channel will disable monitoring of that trunking system. To remove the lockout from a channel, manually select the channel and press L/OUT so L disappears. To review all locked out channels, press MAN. Then, repeatedly press FUNC, L/OUT. The scanner advances to the next locked out channel each time you press FUNC, L/OUT.
Beyond the Basics five locked out frequency appear as L/O 10 of 25). If the search bank has no locked-out frequencies, Empty. Lockout list appears in the scanner’s display. Press SRCH to cancel reviewing locked-out frequencies. clearing locked-out search frequencies To clear a locked-out frequency, select that frequency (see “Reviewing Locked-Out Search Frequencies”), and then press CLEAR. If all locked-out frequencies are cleared in a search bank, Empty. Lockout list appears.
Beyond the Basics To change the receive mode, repeatedly press MODE. The receive mode changes as follows: AM FM/DIGITAL CT DC MO ED configures an AM channel. configures an FM/Digital channel. configures a CTCSS channel. configures a DCS channel. configures a MO channel for analog or digital Motorola trunking system channels, or APCO-25 trunking system channels. configures an ED channel for EDACS trunking system channels.
Beyond the Basics • The attenuator is very effective at reducing strong signal overload interference when using the scanner in areas close to cellular telephone transmitting facilities. • If you turn on the attenuator, the scanner might not receive weak signals. • Activating the normal attenuator mode on a Motorola or APCO Project 25 trunking control channel applies attenuation to all calls received on that trunking system.
Beyond the Basics 3. Press 1 to turn on the key tone while the message is still on the display. Press 2 to turn it off. using the dimmer Repeatedly press DIM to adjust the brightness of the display backlight to Dark, Light Off, or Light. changing the display contrast 1. Press MAN. 2. Press FUNC, 9. 3. Press e or d to adjust the contrast. 4. Press ENT to confirm the display contrast level.
Beyond the Basics virtual scanner The PRO-2096 V-Scanner (Virtual Scanner) feature allows you to edit, store, recall and use up to eleven full sets of scanner memory profiles. With V-Scanner, it is possible to create separate scanner memory profiles for different areas you visit or for different ways that you use the scanner. Your scanner contains two types of storage memory. Working memory is the memory that your scanner uses while you are programming, cloning, or using your scanner.
Beyond the Basics Follow these steps to edit the V-Scanner name stored in Line 4 of the Welcome screen: 1. Press PROG. 2. Press FUNC, TEXT. The following text appears on the display: P708---D-+CT Welcome Ln-4 3. Use standard text entry procedures to enter a V-Scanner name, up to 12 characters long. Press ENT when finished. Refer to the “Text Input Chart” on Page 69 for more information on text entry. You can only change the name of a V-Scanner while it is loaded into working memory.
Beyond the Basics 4. If you want to save the contents of the scanner’s working memory to a V-Scanner folder, press 1. Save to V-Scanner: ENTER if YES CLR to EXIT 5. Press the number key that corresponds with the VScanner folder you wish to save the current configuration to, or press CLEAR to return to V-Scanner menu. Your selected folder location and the name of any previously stored V-Scanner appears in the display.
Beyond the Basics 8. To load the contents of a V-Scanner folder to the scanner’s working memory, press 2. This message appears: Load from V-Scanner: ENTER if YES CLR to EXIT 9. Press the number key that corresponds with the VScanner folder you wish to load into the scanner’s working memory, or press CLEAR to return to the V-Scanner menu. If you select a V-Scanner folder, the scanner will prompt you to verify your choice.
Beyond the Basics 12. To delete the contents of a V-Scanner folder, select 3. The scanner will display: Delete V-Scanner: ENTER if YES CLR to EXIT 13. Press the number key that corresponds with the VScanner folder you wish to clear, or press CLEAR to return to the V-Scanner menu. If you select a V-Scanner folder, the scanner will display the name of the V-Scanner currently stored in that folder, and prompt you to verify your choice.
Beyond the Basics V-Scanner Operation Complete Press ENTER 16. This display appears if a failure is encountered while performing a V-Scanner operation. Press ENT to try again. V-Scanner Operation Failure Press ENTER 17. If you wish to create a new configuration based on your current one, save the current working memory to a V-Scanner folder, then edit the working memory with your changes.
Beyond the Basics choice when saving or loading V-Scanner data. During this period the scanner is transferring V-Scanner data to or from working memory. using digital AGC You may find that the audio level varies greatly among different users on digital systems that you monitor. Many analog conventional and trunked radio systems include components with automatic gain control to help normalize the audio levels of analog transmissions in the system.
Beyond the Basics CLONE MODE Incorrect Model appears if the scanner receives data from a scanner other than a PRO-2096 and PRO-96. This scanner can send/receive the data to or from a PRO-96 scanner. Only the Light (PRO-96) and Dimmer (PRO-2096) settings are not transferred, they are set to default. 1. Turn on both scanners. 2. Connect the cable to each scanner’s PC/IF jack. *CLONE MODE* UP to send, Remove Cable to Exit appears on the display. 3. Press e or d. Confirm send data? 1=YES Press other key for NO.
Beyond the Basics radio. This operation cannot be undone. full cloning Do not disturb the source radio, destination radio or cable until the transfer is complete. Interrupting the transfer may result in corrupted data. Transferring all data will take approximately four minutes. 1. Identify the source and destination radios. Turn both radios on. 2. Connect the two radios using a male 1/8” to male 1/8” cloning cable. Both radios will show the clone mode display: 3. Press PROG on the source radio. 4.
Beyond the Basics 3. Connect the two radios together using a male 1/8” phone plug to male 1/8” phone plug cloning cable. The local radio will handshake with the remote radio to prepare for the cloning session. During V-Scanner selective cloning operations, the local radio controls the session for both sending and receiving folders to and from the remote radio. 4.
Beyond the Basics 0-9 and . until the desired folder is located. Once you have selected the desired source and destination folders, press ENT to receive. You may abort the send operation by pressing CLEAR. 7. After data transfer is complete, you will be prompted to press ENT. This returns you to the main V-Scanner menu. To perform additional V-Scanner selective clone operations, press SRCH again. When finished, press CLEAR to exit and unplug the cloning cable from both radios.
Beyond the Basics trunking operation setting squelch for trunk scanning For optimal receiver performance when scanning both trunked and conventional systems, we recommend that you set the squelch close to threshold. Navigate to a programmed channel in manual mode. While the channel is idle, turn the squelch control fully counterclockwise. You will hear a loud rushing noise from the speaker. Turn the squelch control clockwise until the noise stops.
Beyond the Basics 2. Press FUNC 1 to toggle the sub-bank on or off. The on/off state of the sub-bank will appear in the scanner’s display. To turn the ID sub-bank on or off during the scan mode: 1. The channel storage bank must be set to Closed Mode to change the state of a sub-bank while scanning. 2. Press FUNC and then TRUNK while the scanner is stopped on a voice channel transmission. The bank text display is replaced with a sub-bank status display, T IDbk 01234.
Beyond the Basics appears under the bank’s number while scanning. When you set a channel storage bank to Closed Mode, - appears under the channel storage bank’s number while scanning. Traffic on locked out talkgroup IDs is ignored when the scanner is operating in Open and Closed Modes. In Open Mode, the scanner will stop on all talkgroup traffic, except for traffic on talkgroups that are entered in the ID list and locked out.
Beyond the Basics activate ID lockout while scanning When scanning a trunked radio system in Open Mode, you can lock out a trunked ID by pressing L/OUT while the scanner is stopped on a voice call. If the ID has not been previously entered into the ID list for that bank, it will be added and locked out automatically. When scanning a trunked radio system in Closed Mode, it is possible to lock out an ID by pressing L/OUT while the ID is active with a voice call.
Beyond the Basics talkgroup before resuming scan operation. Customizing the trunked ID delay may be useful if you are missing a lot of reply traffic on a particular system. We recommend starting with the default value of 2.0 seconds. 1. While in the desired ID list, press FUNC, and then ./DELAY. 2. Press e or d to select None, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, or 4.0 seconds. 3. Press ENT.
Beyond the Basics clearing all talkgroup IDs in one bank You can clear all talkgroup IDs within a bank. This lets you quickly delete all talkgroup IDs from a bank if you want to use the bank to store different data (such as a new set of talkgroup IDs). 1. Press PROG. 2. Press TRUNK to enter a talk group ID memory mode. 3. Select a talkgroup ID bank using FUNC, e or d. 4. Press FUNC, 6. Confirm list clear? 1=YES Press other key for NO. appears on the display. 5.
Beyond the Basics programming trunked systems If you are just getting started with trunked system monitoring or have any questions about how your PRO-2096 scanner operates when tracking trunked radio systems. For best results, program only one trunking system in each channel storage bank of your scanner. Your scanner will lock on to the first active control channel it finds in a channel storage bank and follow the activity from that trunking system. Motorola analog, digital, and APCO-25 systems 1.
Beyond the Basics Notes For APCO-25 trunking systems using the 9600 bps control channel, program the system using the steps outlined above for Motorola systems. Your scanner will automatically detect the proper control channel type. Some systems rotate the control channel on a daily basis. For best results, program all known control channel frequencies into the trunking channel storage bank. To program Motorola UHF trunking systems, see “Programming Motorola VHF and UHF Trunking Systems”.
Beyond the Basics 4. Press PROG to return to the channel storage bank. 5. Select a channel to begin programming trunking system frequencies. Use direct channel entry or the e or d keys. 6. Enter the trunking frequency and press ENT. If necessary, press MODE to change the receiving mode to ED. 7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to enter the other EDACS trunking system channels for the system you wish to monitor.
Beyond the Basics using PC application software. Motorola 800MHz splinter systems Certain 800 MHz Motorola trunked radio systems operate using splinter channels that are in between the channels in the normal 800 MHz band plan. These systems are known as “splinter systems”. Your scanner features an offset mode to allow reception of these systems. Note If the radio appears to be trunking to the wrong frequencies when monitoring an 800 MHz system, you should try to configure the system for splinter operation.
Beyond the Basics 4. Enter the size code supplied with the Type I system information, referring to the prompts that appear in your display. If the information for your Type I system is not available, try the fleet maps in the following tables. If you set to receive Type I and later wish to restore Type II, enter 15 at Step 4. Notes 5. To confirm your input, repeat Steps 1-4 and press ENT. Each time you press ENT, you confirm the size code. If you find an error, press CLEAR and start over.
Beyond the Basics programming priority channels With the priority feature, you can scan through programmed channels and still not miss an important or interesting transmission on the priority channel. When priority is turned on, the scanner checks the priority channel every two seconds, and stays on the priority channel if there is activity until the activity on that channel stops. Notes The priority feature does not work when the scanner receives a trunking voice channel or during trunking delay time.
Beyond the Basics 4. If desired, set the priority channel mode. You can set a priority channel for CTCSS or DCS operation with a programmed code. programming a weather channel as the priority channel 1. Press WX. 2. Press WX repeatedly until the desired weather channel you want to store as the priority channel appears. 3. Press FUNC, and then PRI. Pri Channel flashes two times. turning priority on or off Press PRI while scanning or manually parked on a channel.
Beyond the Basics programming CTCSS/DCS channels Your scanner features an advanced, DSP based CTCSS and DCS decoder. CTCSS and DCS allow you to program frequencies into your scanner that are used by more than one group in your area and listen only to the group that is of interest to you by specifying the group’s specific CTCSS or DCS code. CTCSS and DCS can also help reduce interfering signals that cause your scanner to stop on one channel.
Beyond the Basics change, and follow the steps above. 6. When stopped on an active conventional channel while scanning, you can press MODE to cycle through the valid modes for that channel. This resets any stored CT or DC code to the search code, allowing you to easily check for other CT or DC codes that may be present on the frequency. CTCSS, DCS, and digital voice all operate independently Notes of each other. If a channel is configured for CTCSS or DCS, it will not be able to decode digital transmissions.
Beyond the Basics 26 73 152 243 306 411 465 627 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 47 122 172 252 332 432 523 664 754 storing talkgroup IDs Each talkgroup on a trunked radio system is identified by a talkgroup ID. You can store talkgroup IDs automatically while scanning the trunked system in Open mode, or manually by entering the IDs directly.
Beyond the Basics Use the following keystrokes to navigate through the ID lists: • Press PROG, TRUNK to enter the ID list for the current channel storage bank. • Press and release e or d to scroll through one at a time. • Press and hold e or d to rapidly scroll through ID memories. • Press TRUNK to advance to the next ID sub-bank. • Press FUNC e or d to advance to the next or previous ID list. 6. If you want to tag the ID, press TEXT. 7. Enter the desired text tag for the ID. 8. Press ENT.
Beyond the Basics text tags assigning a text tag to a channel 1. Navigate to the channel you want to label using direct channel entry, e, d or FUNC e or d. 2. Press PROG. M in the display changes to P to indicate program mode. 3. Press TEXT. A cursor appears. 4. Enter the text using the number keys (see “Text Input Chart” on Page 69).
Beyond the Basics 6 is the sixth number associated with 1 on the keypad. Press 1, 6. 5. Press ENT to store the text with the channel. assigning a text tag to a group ID 1. Press PROG. 2. Press TRUNK. 3. Press FUNC then e or d to select the desired bank. 4. Press TRUNK to select the desired sub-bank. 5. Press or hold down e or d to select the desired group ID. 6. Press TEXT, then enter text using the number keys (see “Text Input Chart” on Page 69).
Beyond the Basics text input chart Notes Press Character 1 1234567890 Press Character 2 3 ABC 2 FUNC abc DEF 3 FUNC def 4 GHI 4 FUNC ghi 5 JKL 5 FUNC jkl 6 MNO 6 FUNC mno 7 PQRS 7 FUNC pqrs 8 TUV 8 FUNC tuv 9 WXYZ 9 FUNC wxyz 0 .-#_@+*&/, 0 FUNC $ % ! ^ ( ) ? -> ‘ <- ./DELAY Space CLEAR Backspace To enter a number, press 1. Then, press the desired number.
Beyond the Basics improvements. With updateable DSP firmware, you can ensure that your scanner is using the most recent DSP version available. You can update the firmware for the DSP module by downloading a file from the Internet and transferring it to the scanner. To update your scanner’s DSP firmware, you need: • The supplied PC to scanner interface cable • A personal computer running Windows 95 or greater • A firmware update file from www.radioshack.com 1. Go to http://www.radioshack.com 2.
Beyond the Basics Scanner will not scan when SCAN is pressed: • Ensure that the scanner has more than one channel programmed and enabled for scanning. • Adjust SQ properly. • If the scanner is stopped on a frequency, tighten squelch, apply attenuator, or lock out the “birdie” frequency. • The scanner may need to be reset or initialized. See “Resetting/Initializing the Scanner”.
Beyond the Basics 2. Insert a pointed object into the reset hole on the back of the scanner. Then, gently press and release the reset button. Pressing reset does not clear the scanner’s working memory or the V-Scanner folders. initializing your scanner Initializing your scanner clears all information stored in your scanner’s working memory. Initialize your scanner only when you are sure it is not working properly. V-Scanner memory is not affected when you initialize the scanner. 1.
Beyond the Basics care Keep the scanner dry; if it 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. replacing the fuse First, turn off the scanner and your vehicle’s ignition. Make sure you replace the fuse only with another fuse of the same type and rating (2-amp, fast-acting glass fuse).
Beyond the Basics specifications Frequency Coverage 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 .....................................................................
Beyond the Basics 137–174 MHz ............................................................................. 0.5 µV 216–225 MHz ............................................................................. 0.5 µV 406–512 MHz ............................................................................ 0.5 µV 806–960 MHz ............................................................................ 0.7 µV 1240–1300 MHz ........................................................................ 0.
Beyond the Basics 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............................................................ 380.7275 to 380.86875 MHz 2nd ..................................
Beyond the Basics 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 the FCC 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 instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Beyond the Basics glossary Channels – programmable memory locations for frequencies you want to monitor. Each time the scanner finds an active frequency, it stops and monitors radio traffic on that channel until the transmission ends. It then resumes scanning. Channel-Storage Bank – storage area for a group of channels. Channels are storage locations for frequencies. You can scan the channel-storage banks to see if there is activity on frequencies stored there.
Beyond the Basics public safety communications technology. Digital modulation typically provides a clear distortion free audio signal throughout the service area of the system you are monitoring. However, there are some important differences between analog and digital voice preformance that you should be aware of while scanning.
Beyond the Basics to see if the ID is stored in the associated ID list. In Closed Mode, the scanner only stops on the transmission and displays it’s text tag if the ID is stored and not locked out. In Open Mode, the scanner stops on all transmissions except those you specifically lock out, and the ID’s text tag appears if the ID is stored. V-Scanner – contains a complete, stored configuration profile of your scanner’s programming.
Beyond the Basics EDACS Trunking Mode (ED) – You can set your scanner so it decodes talkgroup IDs used with EDACS (GE/Ericsson/M/ACOM) trunking systems. This setting is called the EDACS mode. EDACS systems are used primarily by business or private communications service providers, as well as by some public safety organizations.
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