PRO-2014 50-Channel Programmable Home Scanner
(200-0420) Troubleshooting Faxback Doc. # 47763
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 RadioShack store for assistance.
PROBLEM SUGGESTION
Scanner is on, but will Be sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly.
not scan. See "Turning On the Scanner/Setting volume
and Squelch" in Faxback Doc. # 47761.
Be sure MANUAL is not displayed. If it
is, press SCAN.
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 The scanner might be locked. Reset the
not work scanner. If that does not work,
reinitialize the scanner. See "Resetting/
The display shows Reinitializing the Scanner" in Faxback Doc
random segments. 47761.
Scanner does not work Check that the power supply (AC adapter/AC
at all outlet) is working.
The scanner might be locked. Reset the
scanner. If that does not work,
reinitialize the scanner. See "Resetting/
Reinitializing the Scanner" in Faxback Doc
47761.
Scanner locks on frequencies Be sure SQUELCH is adjusted properly.
that have an unclear
transmission. Be sure birdie frequencies are not
programmed, or listen to birdie
frequencies manually. See "Birdie
Frequencies" in Faxback Doc. # 17653.
(BR/eb 5/20/98)
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