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Radio Shack 2000649 / PRO-649 - User Manual

Radio Shack 2000649 / PRO-649
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2000649 / PRO-649
User’s Guide
This user’s guide is available in Spanish at
www.radioshack.com.
Esta guía del usuario está disponible en español en
www.radioshack.com.
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Radio Shack 2000649 / PRO-649 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Modulation TypesAM, FM, WFM
BandsVHF, UHF
AntennaBNC
DisplayLCD
Memory BackupYes

Summary

Package Contents

Scanning Legally

Features

Signal Stalker II

Powerful tool to detect, monitor, and store nearby radio transmissions.

One-Touch Service Search Banks

Search preset frequencies in separate marine, fire/police, aircraft, ham, weather bands.

Display Backlight

Easy to read in low-light situations.

Lockout Function

Skip specified channels or frequencies when scanning or searching.

Ten Channel-Storage Banks

Store 20 channels in each bank (200 total channels) for easy identification.

Memory Backup

Keeps frequencies stored in memory for an extended time.

Scan Delay

Delays scanning for about 2 seconds after a transmission ends.

Priority Channel

Check one channel every 2 seconds to avoid missing transmissions.

Data Cloning

Transfer programmed data to another PRO-649 scanner.

Scanner Basics

Frequencies

Understanding frequency as the waveband of a transmitting signal.

Channels

Storage areas for frequencies saved in the scanner's memory.

Banks

Storage area for a group of channels, supporting 10 banks of 20 channels.

Setup

Connecting the Antenna

Instructions for attaching the supplied flexible antenna to the scanner.

Connecting Audio Output

How to connect amplified speakers or headphones to the scanner's jack.

Listening Safely

Guidelines to protect hearing from high volume listening.

Using the Belt Clip

Instructions for attaching and removing the belt clip for hands-free carrying.

Connecting an Outdoor Antenna

Connecting an external antenna using coaxial cable and BNC adapter.

Powering Your Scanner

Using Batteries

Instructions for inserting and using alkaline or rechargeable batteries.

Battery Cautions

Important warnings regarding battery use, mixing, and disposal.

Using AC Power

Connecting a compatible 9V DC adapter for powering the scanner.

Turning on the Scanner

Steps to power on the scanner and adjust volume and squelch.

Understanding the Keypad

Turning Off the Key Tone

How to turn the audible key press tone on or off.

Understanding the Display

Display Messages

Explanation of various messages shown on the scanner's display.

Sub Bank Messages

Messages indicating specific sub-banks within service banks.

Configuring Your Scanner

Loading Preprogrammed Frequencies

Steps to load the scanner's 153 preprogrammed frequencies into memory.

Programming Channels

Manual process to enter frequencies into specific channels.

Programming with a Computer

Uploading/downloading data to/from a PC using USB cable and software.

Cloning Programmed Data

Transferring programmed data between PRO-649 scanners.

Searching for Frequencies

Performing a Tune Search

How to search for frequencies by entering a starting frequency.

Service Bank Search

Searching preset frequencies in marine, fire/police, aircraft, ham, weather banks.

Search Commands

Commands for pausing, resuming, delaying, and locking out during searches.

Storing Found Frequencies

Saving found frequencies into channel-storage banks.

Birdie Frequencies

Identifying scanner-generated signals that can cause interference.

Scanning and Monitoring

Setting Scan Delay

Adjusting the two-second delay after a transmission ends.

Using the Priority Channel

Setting a channel to check every two seconds while scanning.

Signal Stalker II Operation

Using Signal Stalker II to detect and monitor nearby radio transmissions.

Locking Out Channels

Managing Lock-outs

Manually reviewing and removing locked-out channels.

Managing Service Bank Lock-outs

Reviewing and removing lock-outs within service banks.

Unlocking All Service Bank Frequencies

Clearing all lock-outs from frequencies within a service bank.

Clearing a Stored Channel

Removing a frequency from a specific channel memory.

Weather Features

Receiving All Weather Alerts

Programming a weather channel as priority for alert tones.

Receiving Alerts for Specific Areas

Using SAME/FIPS codes to receive weather alerts for chosen areas.

SAME Standby Mode

Monitoring weather channels for SAME alerts up to seven specified areas.

Testing the Weather Alert and Beep Tone

Skywarn Operation

Activating Skywarn monitoring by pressing and holding a specific key.

Service Banks

Fire;Police Service Banks

Preset frequencies for fire and police communications.

Marine Service Banks

Preset frequencies for marine radio communications.

Aircraft Service Banks

Preset frequencies for aircraft communications.

Amateur Radio Service Banks

Preset frequencies for amateur radio communications.

Weather Service Banks

Preset frequencies for weather broadcasts.

Specifications

Limited Warranty

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