PRO-62 Programmable Scanner
(200-0560) Preparation Faxback Doc. # 39995
POWER SOURCES
You can power your scanner from any of the following:
Internal batteries (not supplied)
Standard AC power (using an optional AC adapter)
Your vehicle's battery (using an optional DC adapter)
Using Internal Battery Power
You can power your scanner from six AA batteries (not supplied). For the
longest life, we recommend alkaline batteries (such as Cat. No. 23-552).
Or, you can use six rechargeable nickel-cadmium AA batteries (such as Cat.
No. 23-125).
1. Turn VOLUME OFF/MAX counterclockwise to OFF to turn off the scanner.
2. Press down OPEN on the center of the battery compartment cover and
slide it off in the direction of the arrow.
3. Remove the battery holder from the battery compartment and install
six fresh AA batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and -)
marked on the battery holder and inside the battery compartment.
Cautions:
Never mix rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries.
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and type. Always remove
old or weak batteries. Batteries can leak chemicals that destroy
electronic circuits.
4. Replace the battery holder in the compartment.
Note: Replace the battery holder in the compartment.
5. Replace the battery compartment cover.
The display flashes and the scanner beeps when the batteries are low.
When this happens, immediately replace all six non-rechargeable
batteries or recharge all six rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries.
Charging Nickel-Cadmium Batteries
The scanner has a built-in charging circuit that lets you recharge
nickel-cadmium batteries while they are in the scanner.
To recharge the batteries, simply connect an AC adapter (Cat. No. 20-188)
or a DC adapter (Cat. No. 270-1560A) into the scanner's CHG jack.
Warning: Do not connect either adapter to the scanner's CHG jack if you
have installed non-rechargeable batteries (standard, extra-life,
or alkaline). Non-rechargeable batteries can get very hot and
even explode if you try to recharge them.
It takes about 10-18 hours to recharge batteries that are fully discharged.
You can operate the scanner while recharging nickel-cadmium batteries, but
the charging time is lengthened.
Charging Tip: Nickel-cadmium batteries last longer and deliver more power
if you occasionally let them fully discharge. To do this,
simply use the scanner until the low battery indicator
appears on the display. Then fully charge the batteries.
Important: This product is capable of using rechargeable nickel-cadmium
batteries. At the end of the batteries' useful life, they
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.
Important Information About the External Power Jacks
The PWR jack lets you connect an external AC or DC adapter to operate the
scanner. Connecting an adapter to PWR disconnects the internal batteries.
You can use the PWR jack with either non-rechargeable or rechargeable
nickel-cadmium batteries installed.
The CHG jack lets you connect an external AC or DC adapter or a battery
charger to operate the scanner. The internal batteries remain connected
when you connect an adapter to CHG, and get recharged when you connect a
charger. Use the CHG jack only when rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries
are installed.
Warning: Never use the CHG jack with non-rechargeable batteries! If you
try to recharge non-rechargeable batteries, they could get very
hot and explode!
Using Standard Power
You can power your scanner from a standard AC outlet using an optional AC
adapter, such as Cat. No. 20-188 (not supplied).
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.
Caution: Use only 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 properly fit the scanner's PWR jack. The
recommended adapter meets these specifications. Using an adapter
that does not meet these specifications could damage the scanner
or the adapter.
1. Plug the adapter's barrel plug into PWR.
Note: If you installed rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries in the
scanner, connect the AC adapter to CHG instead of PWR. This
powers the scanner and recharges the batteries at the same time.
2. Connect the adapter's power module to a standard AC outlet.
When you finish using the AC adapter, disconnect it from the AC outlet
before you disconnect it from either CHG or PWR.
Using Vehicle Battery Power
You can power your scanner from your vehicle's battery power using an
optional DC adapter, such as Cat. No. 270-1560A (not supplied).
Cautions:
The scanner is designed to work in a vehicle that has a 12-volt DC,
negative-ground electrical system. If you are not sure about your
vehicle, check with your vehicle's dealer.
You must use a DC 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 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, be sure you connect the
adapter to the scanner before you connect it to the cigarette-lighter
socket. Then disconnect the adapter from the cigarette-lighter before
you disconnect it from the scanner.
1. Set the adapter's voltage switch to 9V.
2. Connect the adapter's orange barrel plug to the adapter's cable with
the tip set to - (negative).
3. Plug the adapter's barrel plug into PWR.
Note: If you installed rechargeable nickel-cadmium batteries in the
scanner, connect the DC adapter to CHG instead of PWR. This
powers the scanner and recharges the batteries at the same time.
4. Plug the other end of the adapter into your vehicle's cigarette-lighter
socket.
5. When you finish using the DC adapter, disconnect it from the cigarette-
lighter first before you disconnect it from the scanner.
Note: If the scanner does not operate properly, unplug the adapter from
the lighter socket and clean the socket to remove ashes and other
debris.
CONNECTING THE SUPPLIED ANTENNA
1. Connect the supplied flexible antenna's BNC connector to ANT on top of
the scanner.
2. Press down and rotate the base of the antenna clockwise until the
antenna locks into place.
CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL ANTENNA
The supplied antenna is usually adequate for strong local signals. However,
for the best results, you can attach a multi-band outdoor antenna (such
as Cat. No. 20-013, not supplied) to the scanner. If the coaxial cable's
connector does not fit the ANT jack, you might also need an adapter. Your
local Radio Shack store sells a complete line of outdoor antennas,
adapters, and connectors.
For the best performance, consider the following when deciding on an
outdoor base antenna and its location:
The location of the antenna should be as high as possible.
The antenna and its cable should be as far away as possible from sources
of electrical noise (appliances, other radios, and so on).
The antenna should be vertical.
Mount the antenna following the instructions supplied with the antenna
and its mounting hardware. Then route the antenna cable to the scanner,
and connect it to ANT on top of the scanner.
Caution: Do not route the cable over sharp edges or moving objects.
Note: Always use 50-ohm coaxial cable to connect an outdoor antenna.
For lengths under 50 feet, use RG58 (Cat. No. 278-1314) or RG8/M
(Cat. No. 278-1313).
For lengths over 50 feet, use RG-8, low-loss coaxial cable (Cat. No.
278-1312).
CONNECTING AN EARPHONE/HEADPHONES
For private listening, you can plug an optional earphone (such as Cat. No.
33-175) into the headphone plug on top of your scanner. This automatically
disconnects the internal speaker.
Note: In a noisy area, monaural headphones (such as Cat. No. 20-210) might
provide more comfortable listening.
Listening Safely
Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended, high-volume
listening can lead to permanent hearing loss. Follow these guidelines to
protect your hearing, especially when you use an earphone or headphones.
Always start by setting the volume to the lowest level possible before you
begin listening.
Put the earphone or headphones on, then gradually increase the volume to a
comfortable listening level.
Once you set the volume, do not increase it. Over a period of 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 earphones or headphones while operating a motor vehicle or
riding 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 listening at normal volume levels, they still present
a traffic hazard.
CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER
In a noisy area, a properly placed external speaker (such as Cat. No.
21-549, not supplied) or an amplified speaker (such as Cat. No. 21-541,
not supplied) might make listening easier. Plug the speaker cable's 1/8-
inch mini-plug into the scanner's headphone jack.
RESETTING/INITIALIZING THE SCANNER
If the scanner's display does not work properly, you might have to reset
or initialize the scanner.
Resetting the Scanner
When you reset the scanner, only the programmed modes and any function
settings are cleared. The scanner keeps all the information programmed
into the 10 monitor memories and the 200 channel memories. Use this
procedure if the scanner is not working properly and the problem is not
faulty programming or a low battery (for example, if the display locks up
after you install new batteries or after you connect an external power
source, or the scanner does not want to enter or exit a mode).
Follow these steps to reset the scanner.
1. Turn VOLUME OFF/MAX clockwise until it clicks to turn on the scanner.
2. Using a pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip, press RESET
located to the right of the PWR jack, until all displays disappears.
If the scanner does not work properly after you reset it, see
"Initializing the Scanner."
Initializing the Scanner
The following occurs when you initialize the scanner:
All the programmed modes and any function settings are cleared.
All the information programmed into the 10 monitor and 200 channel
memories is cleared and the scanner is initialized to the factory
settings.
Caution: Since this procedure clears all the information programmed into
the scanner, use it only after you try resetting the scanner
and are sure it is still not working properly.
Follow these steps to initialize the scanner.
1. Turn VOLUME OFF/MAX clockwise until it clicks to turn on the scanner.
2. Press and hold CLEAR.
Note: Do not release CLEAR until after the display reappears.
3. Using a pointed object, such as a straightened paper clip, press RESET
located to the right of the PWR jack, until the display blanks out.
USING THE BELT CLIP
You can use the belt clip for hands-free carrying when you are on the go.
Slide the belt clip over your belt or waistband.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCANNER
A look at the keypad
A quick look at the scanner's keypad will help you understand each key's
function.
Key Function
KEY LOCK Disables the keypad, (except for the SCAN, MANUAL, and
LIGHT keys) to prevent accidental program changes.
SCAN Starts scanning through the stored channels.
PRI Turns the priority function on and off.
L/OUT Turns the selected channel's lockout function on and off.
DELAY Turns the selected channel's delay feature on and off.
LIGHT Turns on the display light while you press it.
MANUAL Stops scanning and lets you directly enter a channel
number.
LIMIT Turns on the limit mode and sets the frequency range.
UP/DOWN ARROW Selects the search direction.
MON Accesses the 10 monitor memories.
Number Keys Each key has a single-digit label and a range of numbers.
Use the single-number digits on the keys to enter the
numbers for a channel or a frequency.
Use the range of numbers above the key (for example,
81-100) to select the channels in a channel-storage bank.
ENTER Stores a frequency in a channel.
AM/FM Switches the scanner between the AM and FM modes.
PGM Sets the scanner so you can store frequencies in channels.
CLEAR Clears an incorrect entry and is used when initializing
the scanner.
A look at the display
A quick look at the scanner's display will help you understand what each
indicator means.
Indicator Appears
P When the scanner is tuned to a priority channel.
MON When the scanner is tuned to a monitor memory.
BANK When the memory banks are turned on during the scan mode.
CH When the scanner is tuned to one of the 200 available
channels.
FM or AM Steadily when the scanner automatically selects the FM
or AM mode.
Blinks when you manually select the FM or AM mode.
SCAN While the scanner is scanning channels.
SRCH While the scanner is searching up or down the frequency
bands.
UP/DOWN ARROWS To indicate the direction of a search.
-L- During a limit search.
-d- During a direct frequency search.
MAN When you manually select a channel.
PGM When you are storing frequencies into the scanner's
channels.
PRI When you turn on the priority channel feature.
DLY When you set the scanner to a channel you pre-programmed
with the delay feature.
L/O When the channel you are listening to is locked out of
the scan mode.
UNDERSTANDING THE SCANNER'S MEMORY
You can store up to 210 frequencies into your scanner's memory. You store
each station's frequency into either a permanent memory, called a channel,
or a temporary memory, called a monitor memory. There are 200 channel
memories and 10 monitor memories.
CHANNEL MEMORIES
To make it easier to group and select channels, they are divided into 10
channel-storage banks of 20 channels each. Use each channel-storage bank
to group frequencies such as those used by the police department, fire
department, ambulance services, or aircraft.
You could also use this feature to group channels by city or by local area.
MONITOR MEMORIES
The scanner also has 10 monitor memories. Use these memories to temporarily
store frequencies while you decide whether or not to save them in channels.
This is handy for quickly storing an active frequency when you search
through an entire frequency band. You can manually select these memories,
but you cannot scan them.
(km-06/13/1997)
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