Troubleshooting - Grecom PSR-410 Owner's Manual

Troubleshooting

If you have problems with your scanner, please refer to the following chart
for some suggestions that might help you eliminate the problem. If the
scanner is still not operating correctly after trying these tips, contact the
dealer where you purchased your scanner for assistance.
Problem
Poor
reception
Scanner will
not power on
The keypad
does not work
Scanner will
not scan when
SCAN key is
pressed
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Possible Cause
Weak signals from
distant stations
Attenuator in use on
weak signals
Strong signal
overload from
nearby transmitter(s)
Loose or defective
antenna
Incorrect modulation
mode selected
AC or DC power
supply not properly
connected
The scanner may
need to be initialized
Possible "birdie"
frequency
programmed
The scanner may
need to be reset or
initialized
No channels
programmed, or
only one channel
programmed, or all
channels locked out
SQUELCH control
is not adjusted
properly
Remedy
Reposition radio for best reception
Check performance with and without
attenuator activated, use setting with
best reception
Check performance with and without
attenuator activated, use setting with
best reception
Inspect antenna and connectors and
correct any problems found
Ensure that the proper modulation
mode is selected for the type of
system that is being monitored
Check connection to AC or DC power
source
Follow steps below to initialize the
scanner
Tighten squelch, apply attenuator or
lock out the "birdie" frequency
Follow steps to reset/reinitialize the
scanner following this table
Ensure that the scanner has more
than one channel programmed and
enabled for scanning
Turn SQUELCH control clockwise
until scanning resumes