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Realistic PRO-2027 User Manual

Realistic PRO-2027
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Realistic PRO-2027 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channel Storage200 channels
Channels200
ModeAM, FM, WFM
TypeScanner
Frequency Range108-174 MHz
Modulation ModesAM, FM

Summary

Introduction to the PRO-2027 Scanner

Hyperscan Feature

Feature for fast frequency searching at up to 50 steps per second.

Ten Channel-Storage Banks

Organizes channels into 10 banks of 10 channels each for easy identification.

Two-Second Scan Delay

Pauses scanning for 2 seconds after a transmission to hear replies.

Memory Backup for Channel Entries

Retains stored channel frequencies for up to 1 hour without power.

Lockout Function

Prevents selected channels from being scanned during operation.

Priority Channel

Keeps track of important calls on a specified channel by checking it periodically.

Monitor Memories

Temporarily saves up to ten located channels during a search.

Liquid-Crystal Display

Shows the selected channel, frequency, and current operational status.

Scanner Preparation and Setup

Connecting the Antenna

Instructions for attaching and adjusting the telescoping antenna for reception.

Connecting Power

Guide to powering the scanner using the standard AC power cord.

Connecting Headphones and Scanner Reset

Connecting Headphones

Guide to connecting headphones for private listening.

Listening Safely

Guidelines for protecting hearing while using headphones with the scanner.

Resetting the Scanner

Steps to reset the scanner display using the reset button.

Initializing the Scanner

Procedure to clear memory and reinitialize the scanner.

Understanding Your Scanner

A Look at the Display

Explains the various indicators and symbols on the scanner's display screen.

A Look at the Keyboard

Describes the function of each key on the scanner's control panel.

Understanding Channel-Storage Banks

Channel-Storage Banks

Explains how channels are grouped into 10 banks of 10 channels each.

Monitor Memories

Details the use of 10 temporary monitor memories for storing frequencies.

Scanner Operation

Setting the Volume and Squelch

How to adjust audio volume and squelch levels for clear reception.

Storing Frequencies

Step-by-step guide to programming frequencies into the scanner's channels.

Searching for and Storing Frequencies

Limit Search

Searching within a user-defined lower and upper frequency range.

Direct Search

Searching up or down from the current channel's displayed frequency.

Listening to Monitor Memories

Moving a Frequency from Monitor Memory to Channel

Scanning the Channels

Special Scanner Features

Delay Feature

Feature to pause scanning after a transmission for two seconds.

Scanning and Search Speeds

Options for adjusting scanning and search speeds (channels/steps per second).

Locking Out Channels

How to exclude specific channels from scanning to improve efficiency.

Turning Channel-Storage Banks On and Off

How to enable or disable specific channel storage banks for scanning.

Priority Channel Monitoring

Manually Selecting a Channel

A General Guide to Scanning

Birdies

Identifies internal generated signals that can cause noise on frequencies.

Reception Notes

Information about line-of-sight reception and NOAA weather broadcasts.

A Guide to the Action Bands

Pointers on finding active frequencies in local areas for monitoring.

Typical Band Usage

Details frequencies used by various services like police, fire, and aircraft.

Typical Band Usage Details

Abbreviations List

List of abbreviations for services and agencies mentioned in band usage.

Government Agencies

List of government agencies and their corresponding abbreviations.

Frequency Band Usage

Lists specific frequencies used by different services and bands.

Troubleshooting Scanner Issues

Scanner Not Functioning

Solutions for when the scanner fails to power on or operate.

No Reception or Poor Reception

Troubleshooting steps for signal reception problems.

Display Errors

How to handle errors that appear on the scanner's display.

Unresponsive Keys or Random Display

Solutions for unresponsive keys or a randomly behaving display.

Frequency Not Accepted

How to resolve issues when a frequency entry is not accepted.

Care and Maintenance

General Care and Handling

Best practices for keeping the scanner dry, clean, and safely handled.

Environmental Considerations

Guidance on temperature and dust to maintain scanner performance.

Scanner Specifications

Frequency Coverage

Details the range of frequencies the scanner can cover and step sizes.

Channels of Operation

Information on the number of channels, banks, and monitor channels available.

Sensitivity (20 dB Signal-to-Noise Ratio)

Technical specifications for signal reception sensitivity across different bands.

Spurious Rejection

Data on how well the scanner rejects unwanted or spurious signals.

Selectivity

Technical details on the scanner's ability to separate nearby signals.

Scanning Rate

Specifies the speed of scanning operations in channels per second.

Search Rate

Specifies the speed of search operations in steps per second.

Priority Sampling

Details the timing interval for checking the priority channel.

Delay Time

Specifies the duration of the scan delay feature.

Modulation Acceptance

Technical data on the scanner's handling of modulated signals.

IF Frequency

Intermediate frequency specifications for the scanner's receiver.

Squelch Sensitivity

Technical specification for the squelch threshold level.

Antenna Impedance

Electrical characteristic of the antenna connection.

Audio Power

Specification for the scanner's built-in speaker output power.

Built-in Speaker

Details about the integrated 3-inch speaker.

Power Requirement

Electrical requirements for operating the scanner (voltage, wattage).

Dimensions

Physical size measurements of the scanner.

Weight

Physical weight of the scanner without the antenna.

US Patent Numbers

Radio Shack Limited Warranty

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