PRO-2044 Programmable 80-Channel Home Scanner
(200-0416)                 Troubleshooting            Faxback Doc. # 38290

If your scanner is not working as it should, these suggestions might help you eliminate the problem.  If the scanner still does not operate properly, take it to your local Radio Shack store for assistance.

SYMPTOM                      SUGGESTION

Scanner is on, but will      Be sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly.  See
not scan.                    "Turning On the Scanner/Setting Volume and
                             Squelch" on Faxback Doc. # 38386.

                             Be sure the scanner is in the scan mode (make
                             sure SCAN is displayed).

Scanner receives stations    Check the antenna (indoor or outdoor).
Poorly or not at all.
                             Signals may be blocked from being received by
                             the scanner due to metal frames or material in
                             the building.  Change the scanner's location
                             and try again.

The scanner's keys do not    The scanner might be locked. Reset the scanner.
work.                        See "Resetting the Scanner" on Faxback Doc. #
                             38286.
The display shows random
segments.

Scanner does not work at     Check that the power supply (either vehicle
all.                         Battery or AC adapter/AC outlet) is working.

                             The scanner might be locked. Reset the scanner.
                             See "Resetting the Scanner" on Faxback Doc. #
                             38286.

Scanner locks on frequen-    Be sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly.  See
cies that have an unclear    "Turning On the Scanner/Setting Volume and
transmission.                Squelch" on Faxback Doc. # 38286.

                             Be sure birdie frequencies are not programmed,
                             or listen to birdie frequencies manually.  See
                             "Birdie Frequencies" on Faxback Doc. # 38288.


(EB 3/10/97) 

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