PRO-70 50 Channel Portable Scanner
(200-0310) Preparation Faxback Doc. # 39170
SCANNING LEGALLY
Your scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups including
police and fire departments, ambulance services, government agencies,
private companies, 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 (either cellular, cordless, or other private
means of telephone signal transmission)
Page 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). RadioShack encourages responsible, legal scanner use.
POWER SOURCES
You can power your scanner from any of three sources:
Internal batteries or a rechargeable scanner battery pack (not supplied)
Standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter)
Vehicle battery power (with an optional DC adapter)
Notes:
Connecting an AC or DC adapter to the scanner disconnects any internal
batteries, but it does not disconnect a rechargeable battery pack. If
you install a rechargeable battery pack, you can operate the scanner
and recharge the battery pack at the same time.
If the scanner stops working properly after connecting it to power, try
resetting it.
Using Batteries
You can power your scanner from six AA batteries. For the longest
operation and best performance, we recommend alkaline batteries, such as
RadioShack Cat. No. 23-552. You can also power the scanner from a
rechargeable scanner battery pack, such as Cat. No. 23-288.
Note: You can also use six rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries (such as
Cat. No. 23-125( to power the scanner. To charge or recharge
nickel-cadmium batteries, however, you must remove them from the
scanner and use an external charger (such as Cat. No. 23-134).
Follow these steps to install batteries or a battery pack.
1. Press down on the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the
scanner and slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it.
2. Pull up and slide the battery holder or battery pack out of the battery
compartment.
3. If you are installing individual batteries, insert six batteries in the
battery holder as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -) marked on
the battery holder.
4. Slide the battery holder or battery pack into the compartment as
illustrated inside the compartment.
Caution: The battery holder or battery pack fits only one way inside
the battery compartment. Do not force it.
5. Replace the cover.
If BATT flashes on the display, immediately replace all six non-rechargeable
batteries, remove and recharge all six rechargeable batteries, or recharge
the battery pack.
Caution: Always dispose of old batteries promptly and properly. Do not
bury or burn them.
Using Standard AC Power
To power the scanner from AC power, you need an AC adapter such as
RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1665. Plug the adapter's barrel plug into the
scanner's PWR/DC 9V jack. Then plug the adapter's power module into a
standard AC outlet.
Warning: Do not use an AC adapter's polarized plug with an extension cord,
receptacle, or other outlet unless the blades can be fully
inserted to prevent blade exposure.
Cautions:
You must use an AC adapter that supplies 9 volts and delivers at least
300 milliamps. Its center tip must be set to negative, and its plug
must correctly fit the scanner's PWR/DC 9V jack. The recommended
adapter meets these specifications. Using an adapter that does not meet
these specifications could damage the scanner or the adapter.
When you finish using the AC adapter, disconnect it from the AC outlet
first. Then disconnect it from the scanner.
Using Vehicle Battery Power
To power the scanner from your vehicle's cigarette lighter socket, you need
a DC Adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1560.
Cautions:
You must use a DC adapter that supplies (regulated) 9-volt power and
delivers at least 300 milliamps. Its center tip must be set to negative,
and its plug must correctly fit the scanner's PWR/DC 9V jack. The
recommended adapter meets these specifications. Using an adapter that
does not meet these specifications could damage the scanner or the
adapter.
To protect your vehicle's electrical system, always plug the adapter
into the scanner before you plug it into your vehicle's cigarette
lighter socket. Always unplug the adapter from the vehicle's cigarette
lighter socket before you unplug it from the scanner.
1. Connect the DC adapter's orange barrel plug to the adapter's cable,
with the tip set to - (negative).
2. Set the adapter's voltage switch to 9V.
3. Insert the barrel plug into the scanner's PWR/DC 9V jack.
4. Plug the other end of the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette lighter
socket.
Note: If the scanner does not operate properly when you connect a DC
adapter, unplug the adapter from the cigarette lighter socket and
clean the socket to remove ashes and other debris.
Charging a Rechargeable Battery Pack
Your scanner has a built-in charging circuit that lets you charge a
rechargeable scanner battery pack (Cat. No. 23-288, not supplied) while it
is in the scanner. To charge a battery pack, simply connect an appropriate
AC or DC adapter to the PWR/DC 9V jack.
Note: If you want to take the battery pack out of the scanner to charge it
follow the instructions provided with the battery pack.
It takes about 14-16 hours to recharge a battery pack that is fully
discharged. You can operate the scanner while recharging the battery pack,
but the charging time is lengthened.
Note: A rechargeable battery pack lasts longer and delivers more power if
you occasionally let it fully discharge. To do this, simply use
the scanner until BATT appears on the display. Then fully charge
the battery pack.
Important! At the end of a rechargeable battery pack's useful life, it must
be recycled or disposed of properly. Contact your local,
county, or state hazardous waste management authorities for
information on recycling or disposal programs in your area.
Some options that might be available are: municipal curb-side
collection, drop-off boxes at retailers, recycling collection
centers, and mail-back programs.
CONNECTING THE ANTENNA
Follow these steps to attach the supplied flexible antenna to the ANT jack
on the top of your scanner.
1. Align the slots around the antenna's connector with the tabs on the
ANT jack.
2. Press the antenna down over the jack and turn the antenna's base
clockwise until it locks into place.
Connecting an Optional Antenna
The antenna connector on your scanner makes it easy to use the scanner with
a variety of antennas. Instead of the supplied antenna, you can attach
a different one, such as an external mobile antenna or outdoor base station
antenna. Your local RadioShack store sells a variety of antennas.
Always use 50-ohm coaxial cable, such as RG-58 or RG-8, to connect an
outdoor antenna. For lengths over 50 feet, use RG-8 low-loss dielectric
coaxial cable. If your antenna's cable does not have a BNC connector, you
will also need a BNC adapter (also available at your local RadioShack
store).
Follow the installation instructions supplied with the antenna, route the
antenna cable to the scanner, then connect it to the ANT jack.
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, contact with 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.
CONNECTING AN EARPHONE/HEADPHONES
For private listening, you can plug an earphone or mono headphones (such as
Cat. No. 33-175 or 20-210) into the headphone jack on top of your scanner.
This automatically disconnects the internal speaker.
Listening Safely
To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an earphone
or headphones:
Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high-volume
listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.
Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening. After
you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.
Once you set the volume, do not increase it. Over time, your ears adapt
to the volume level, so a volume level that does not cause discomfort
might still damage your hearing.
Traffic Safety
Do not wear an earphone or headphones while you are driving a vehicle or
ride a bicycle. This can create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some
areas.
Even though some earphones and headphones are designed to let you hear some
outside sounds when you listen at normal levels, they still present a
traffic hazard.
CONNECTING AN EXTENSION SPEAKER
In a noisy area, an extension speaker (such as Cat. No. 21-549) or an
amplified speaker (such as Cat. No. 21-541), positioned in the right place,
might provide more comfortable listening. Plug the speaker cable 1/8-inch
mini-plug into your scanner's headphones jack.
USING THE BELT CLIP
You can use the belt clip attached to the back of the scanner for hands-free
carrying when you are on the go. Simply slide the belt clip over your
belt or waistband.
FCC NOTICE
Your scanner might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating
properly. To determine whether your scanner is causing the interference,
turn off your scanner. If the interference goes away, your scanner is
causing the interference. Try the following methods to eliminate the
interference.
Move your scanner away from the TV or radio
Connect your scanner to an outlet that is on a different electrical
circuit from the TV or radio
Contact your local RadioShack store for help
If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop
using your scanner.
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to
the following conditions:
1. This device must not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: Mobile use of this scanner is unlawful or requires a permit in some
areas. Check the laws in your area.
(km-04/24/1997)
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