PRO-66 Scanner
(200-0511) Troubleshooting Faxback Doc. # 39368
If you have problems, here are some suggestions that might help. If none
of these suggestions help, take your scanner to your local RadioShack
store for assistance.
PROBLEM
Keys do not work or display changes at random.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Undetermined error.
REMEDY
Reset the scanner.
PROBLEM
Scanner is on but will not scan.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The SQUELCH control is not correctly adjusted.
REMEDY
Adjust SQUELCH clockwise.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Only one channel or no channels are programmed.
REMEDY
Program more than one channel.
PROBLEM
Scanner is totally inoperative.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No power.
REMEDY
Check the batteries, or make sure the scanner is plugged into a
working AC or DC outlet.
Recharge the re- chargeable batteries or replace the non-
rechargeable batteries.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The optional AC or DC power adapter is not connected.
REMEDY
Be sure the adapter is fully inserted into the DC 12V jack.
PROBLEM
The scanner's display play dims or the scanner sounds a tone every 15-30
seconds.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Batteries are not cor correctly installed.
REMEDY
Make sure the batteries' + and terminals are properly aligned.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Batteries need to be replaced.
REMEDY
Insert new batteries or re charge rechargeable batteries.
PROBLEM
Keypad does not work.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The keylock function is activated.
REMEDY
Press KEYLOCK until disappears from the display to turn off the
keylock.
PROBLEM
-B- flashes on the display.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
The batteries are weak.
REMEDY
Recharge the rechargeable batteries, or replace the non-
rechargeable batteries.
PROBLEM
Poor or no reception.
POSSIBLE CAUSES
Batteries are weak or dead.
Environment is not suitable for reception by the scanner.
Improperly connected antenna.
REMEDIES
Check the batteries, or make sure the scanner is plugged into a
working AC or DC outlet.
Relocate the scanner and try again.
Be sure the antenna is properly connected.
PROBLEM
Error appears on the display.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Programming error.
REMEDY
Reprogram the frequency correctly.
PROBLEM
In the scan mode, the scanner locks on frequencies that have an unclear
transmission.
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Programmed frequencies are the same as "birdie" frequencies.
REMEDY
Avoid programming frequencies listed under "Birdie Frequencies"
or only listen to them manually.
RESETTING THE SCANNER
If the scanner's display locks up or does not work properly after you
connect power, you might have to reset the scanner.
Caution: This procedure clears all the information you have programmed
into the scanner. Before you reset the scanner, try turning it
off and on to see if it begins working properly. Use the
following procedure only when you are sure your scanner is not
working properly.
1. Turn off the scanner.
2. While you press and hold down the 2 and 9 keys, turn on the scanner.
(km-08/26/1997)
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