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Radio Shack PRO-652 User Manual

Radio Shack PRO-652
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Digital Trunking
Desktop/Mobile Radio Scanner
Thank you for purchasing your Digital Trunking Desktop/Mobile
Radio Scanner from RadioShack. Please read this user’s guide before
installing, setting up, and using your new scanner.
PRO-652
www.radioshack.com
Scanner
Antenna
Screw (2)
Mounting bracket
DIN sleeve
Keys (2)
Rubber washer (2)
Lock washer (2)
Rubber feet (3)
Knob (2)
AC adapter
DC cable with fuse
User’s Guide
Quick Start Guide
V-Scanner Pre-
programmed Data
What’s Included

Table of Contents

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Radio Shack PRO-652 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TrunkingYes
DisplayBacklit LCD
Display TypeLCD
PC ConnectivityUSB
TypeDigital Scanner
Power SupplyAC Adapter
BandsVHF, UHF
ModesAM, FM
ModulationAM, FM
Battery4 x AA

Summary

Understanding Your Scanner

Understanding the Function Keys

Explains the scanner's function keys and their operations for navigation and control.

Understanding the Display

Details the LCD display elements, icons, and status indicators for user information.

Understanding Object Oriented Scanning

Introduces the scanner's memory organization and its object-oriented scanning method.

Scanner Features

Lists and describes the key features and capabilities of the PRO-652 scanner.

Scanner Setup

Installing Your Scanner

Provides instructions for mounting the scanner in a vehicle or as a base station.

Connecting the Antenna

Guides on how to connect the supplied or an external antenna for optimal reception.

Powering Your Scanner

Explains how to connect the scanner to a power source, either AC or DC.

Organizing Objects

Object Numbering

Explains how objects are stored and addressed in memory using Object IDs.

Groupings with Scan Lists

Details how to organize and group scannable objects into manageable Scan Lists.

Changing Scan List Membership

Instructions on adding or removing objects from specific Scan Lists.

Deleting Objects

Procedures for removing unwanted objects from the scanner's memory.

Object Searches

Limit Search Object (LMIT)

Describes creating and using limit searches within specified frequency ranges.

Service Search Object (SRVC)

Explains how to set up searches for specific radio services like public safety or aircraft.

Signal Stalker II Object (STLK)

Details configuring the scanner to sweep frequency ranges for strong nearby signals.

Dedicated Searches

Dedicated LMIT Search

Provides quick access to perform limit searches without creating a new object.

Dedicated SRVC Search

Offers direct access to pre-programmed service search ranges for quick scanning.

Dedicated Signal Stalker II

Allows quick activation and use of the Signal Stalker II feature for signal detection.

Dedicated TUNE Search

Enables rapid entry and monitoring of any frequency, with search capabilities.

Weather Scanning

Weather Radio Mode

How to use the scanner as a weather radio receiver for local broadcasts.

Weather Priority Mode

Monitors weather frequencies for alerts while scanning other channels.

SAME Standby Mode

Waits silently for specific weather alerts matching programmed location codes.

Scanner Memory

V-Scanner Storage

Describes the virtual memory locations for storing complete scanner configurations.

Using V-Scanners

How to save, load, and manage scanner configurations using V-Scanner locations.

Cloning

Instructions for transferring programmed data between scanners.

Advanced Settings

Priority Scan

How to assign priority to specific objects for increased monitoring frequency.

Hit Counters

Tracks the number of transmissions received for each object type.

Audible Alarms and Alert LED

Customizes visual and audible notifications for object activity.

Additional Information

Power-On Configuration Key Sequences

Lists key combinations for accessing settings and modes during power-on.

Power-On Password

How to set a password to prevent unauthorized use of the scanner.

Scanning Legally

Important legal considerations and restrictions regarding scanner use.

Service and Repair

Guidance on obtaining assistance for scanner malfunctions or repairs.

Specifications

Technical details including frequency coverage, receiver modes, and dimensions.

Troubleshooting

Appendix A: Search Bands

All Sub Bands

Lists frequency ranges for all general sub-bands available for searching.

PubSafety Band

Details frequencies commonly used for public safety communications.

Aircraft Band

Covers frequencies used for civilian and military air communications.

Ham Bands

Lists frequency ranges used by amateur radio operators.

Appendix B: Detailed Menu Reference

GLOB Menu

Describes radio-wide settings for contrast, backlight, and other global parameters.

CONV Menu

Details parameters for creating and editing conventional channel objects.

TGRP Menu

Explains parameters for creating and editing trunking talkgroup objects.

TSYS Menu

Covers parameters for defining trunking system objects, including type and frequencies.

LMIT Menu

Details parameters for creating and editing limit search objects.

SRVC Menu

Explains parameters for creating and editing service search objects.

STLK Menu

Covers parameters for creating and editing Signal Stalker II objects.

Appendix C: Text Entry and QuickText

Text Entry

Instructions on how to input characters, numbers, and punctuation into the scanner.

QuickText

How to store and use pre-defined text items for faster data entry.

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