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PRO-2037 Programmable Scanner 200-0461 Preparation
PRO-2037 Programmable Scanner
(200-0461)
This scanner is primarily designed for use in the home as a base station.
You can place it on a desk, shelf, or table.
Your scanner's front feet fold up or down.
best view of the display.
CONNECTING THE ANTENNA
To attach the supplied telescoping antenna, simply screw it clockwise into
the hole on the scanner's top.
The scanner's sensitivity depends on the antenna's length and various
environmental conditions.
want to hear, adjust the antenna length.
Frequency Antenna Length
30-174 MHz
380-512 MHz
806-960 MHz
Connecting an Optional Antenna
The telescoping antenna is adequate for strong local signals.
improved reception, you can connect a multi-band outdoor antenna
(not supplied) to the scanner.
variety of antennas.
When deciding on an outdoor base antenna and its location, consider the
following:
The location of the antenna should be as high as possible.
The antenna and antenna cable should be as far as possible from
sources of electrical noise (appliances, other radios, and so on).
The antenna should be vertical for the best performance.
To connect an Optional antenna, always use 50-ohm coaxial cable, such
as RG-58 or RG-8.
dielectric coaxial cable.
fit in the ANT jack, you might also need a PL-259-to-BNC antenna plug
adapter, such as Cat. No. 278-120.
carries a wide variety of coaxial antenna cable and connectors.
Caution:
Do not run the cable over sharp edges or moving objects.
Warning:
Use extreme caution when you install or remove an outdoor antenna.
If the antenna starts to fall, let it go!
power lines.
antenna, mast, cable, or guy wires can cause electrocution and death.
Call the power company to remove the antenna.
yourself.
CONNECTING POWER
You can power your scanner from either of these sources:
1 of 3
Preparation
For the best reception of the transmissions you
extend fully
extend 2 segments
collapse fully
(1 segment only)
Your local Radio Shack store sells a
Choose the one that best meets your needs.
For lengths over 50 feet, use RG-8 low-loss
If the coaxial cable's connector does not
If the antenna touches a power line, contact with the
http://support.radioshack.com/support_electronics/doc37/37889.htm
Faxback Doc. # 37889
Adjust them to give you the
Your local Radio Shack store
It could contact overhead
DO NOT attempt to do so
But, for
7/29/2007 11:47 AM
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