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Radio Shack Racing Scanner User Manual

Radio Shack Racing Scanner
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2000444/PRO-444
User’s Guide
Thank you for purchasing your Racing Scanner from RadioShack.
Please read this user’s guide before installing, setting up, and using
your new scanner.
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Radio Shack Racing Scanner Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRadio Shack
ModelRacing Scanner
CategoryScanner
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Package Contents

Lists the items included in the scanner package.

Features

Highlights the scanner's main capabilities and preloaded race series.

Top View

Details the CAR No. and SEL/VOL controls on the top of the scanner.

Front View

Explains the labels and indicators shown on the scanner's front display.

Introduction

Left View

Identifies the ports and connectors located on the left side of the scanner.

Right View

Identifies the ports and connectors located on the right side of the scanner.

Introduction

Button Functions

Details the function of each button on the scanner for operation and settings.

Setup

Powering Your Scanner

Explains how to power the scanner using batteries or an AC/DC adapter.

Installing Batteries

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing AA batteries into the scanner.

Charging Ni-MH Batteries

Guides on charging nickel-metal hydride rechargeable batteries using an adapter.

Setup

Battery Notes

Offers crucial notes and warnings regarding battery usage, charging, and disposal.

Using AC/DC Power

Details how to connect and use an AC or DC adapter for powering the scanner.

Setup

Connecting Headset/Earphones

Explains how to connect headsets or earphones for listening and cell phone calls.

Attaching the Belt Clip

Provides instructions for attaching the belt clip to the scanner.

Basic Operation

Turning on the Scanner

Instructions for powering the scanner on and off using the power button.

Selecting a Race Series

Guides users on selecting the desired race series category for scanning.

Listening to Race Transmissions

General guidance on listening to race transmissions after selecting a series.

Browsing All Car Numbers

Explains how to scroll through and view all available car numbers and driver names.

Basic Operation

Manually Inputting Car Numbers

Steps to manually enter a specific car number into the scanner.

Scanning for Car Numbers

Instructions on how to initiate scanning for car number transmissions.

Listening to the Motor Racing Network

How to tune into and scan for Motor Racing Network (MRN) transmissions.

Intercom

Details on using the intercom feature with a headset.

Advanced Operation

Adjusting the Volume

Instructions on how to adjust the scanner's audio volume level.

Favorites List

Steps to program and save up to 10 favorite car numbers or MRN channels.

Using the EDIT Menu

How to navigate and use the scanner's main EDIT menu for various settings.

Advanced Operation

Frequency

Detailed guide on editing existing frequencies or inputting new ones for car numbers or MRN.

Page Tag

Instructions for changing or entering new tags for race series.

Advanced Operation

FAV (Favorites)

Steps to clear or remove saved favorite car numbers or MRN channels.

Settings

Overview of the main settings menu options available on the scanner.

SQ (Squelch level)

How to adjust the squelch level to filter out background noise.

Advanced Operation

Key Tone

Options to enable or disable audible tones for button presses.

Power Save

How to activate the power save feature to conserve battery life.

Display

Configuration options for the scanner's display, including contrast and frequency display.

Back Light

How to configure the backlight to activate with button presses or power button.

Advanced Operation

Cloning Your Scanner

Instructions for transferring data between scanners using a cable.

Delay

How to program a two-second delay to avoid missing transmissions.

Advanced Operation

Locking Out Channels

How to lock out channels that have continuous transmissions to speed up scanning.

Cell Phone Operation

Guide on using the scanner's cell phone answering and talking capabilities.

Advanced Operation

Text Input Method

Explains the method for inputting text and characters using the keypad.

Keylock

Instructions on how to lock and unlock the scanner's keypad.

Additional Information

Scanning Legally

Information on legal restrictions and prohibited transmissions for scanner users.

Additional Information

Troubleshooting

Common problems and their solutions for scanner operation issues.

Care Instructions

Guidelines for proper care, cleaning, and storage of the scanner.

Service and Repair

Advice on where to get the scanner serviced or repaired.

Additional Information

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications of the scanner's performance and capabilities.

FCC Notice

Information regarding FCC compliance and potential radio interference.

Additional Information

Limited Warranty

Details of the product's limited warranty coverage and terms.

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