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your nearest RadioShack, use the store locator feature on RadioShack's website (www.radioshack.com), or
call 1-800-The Shack (843-7422) and follow the menu options. Modifying or tampering with the scanner's
internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC
authorization to operate it.
TROUBLESHOOTING
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
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Scanner is totally inoperative.
Poor or no reception.
Keypad does not work.
Scanner is on but will not scan.
During scanning, the scanner locks on frequencies that have an unclear transmission. Program frequencies
listed under "Birdie Frequencies" on Page XX or listen to them manually.
SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Coverage (MHz):
Frequency Range (MHz)
Cause / Solution
The AC or DC adapter is not connected. Be sure
The adapter's barrel plug is fully inserted into the
jack. The batteries are dead. Replace the batteries
with fresh ones, or recharge the rechargeable
batteries.
An antenna is not connected or is connected
incorrectly. Make sure an antenna is properly
connected to the scanner.
Programming frequencies are the same as "birdie"
frequencies. Avoid programming frequencies listed
under "Birdie Frequencies" on Page XX or only
listen to them manually.
Keylock is turned on. Turn off the keylock.
The scanner might need to be reset or initialized.
Turn the scanner off then on again, or initialize the scanner.
SQUELCH is not correctly adjusted. Adjust
SQUELCH clockwise.
Only one channel is (or no channels are) stored.
Store frequencies into more than one channel.
Programming/Search Step Value
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