Realistic PRO-26 - Display Backlight and Attenuator; Auto Sorting and Data Signal Skipping

TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have problems, here are some suggestions which might help. If
none of these suggestions help, take your scanner to your local Tandy/
Radio Shack store for assistance.
PROBLEM
Scanner is totally
Inoperative.
Scanner Is on but will SQUELCH Is not cor-
not scan. rectly adjusted.
While scanning, the
scanner locks on fre¬
quencies that have an
unclear transmission.
Keyboard does not
wnrk
POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
No power. Check Ihe batteries,
or make sure you
plugged the scanner
into a working AC or
_ DC outlet
SQUELCH is not cor- Adjust SQUELCH
rectly adjusted. _clockwise.
“Birdies.” Avoid programming
frequencies listed
under "Birdie Fre¬
quencies' on Page 34
or only listen to them
manually.
Keylock Is activated. Press and hold KEY-
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Your PRO-26 200-Channel Direct Entry Programmable Scanner is an
example of superior design and craftsmanship. The following sugges¬
tions will help you care for the PRO-26 so you can enjoy it for years.
Keep the scanner dry. If it gets wet. wipe it dry immediately.
Liquids can contain minerals that can corrode the electron¬
ic circuits.
Use only fresh batteries of the recommended size and
type. Always remove old and weak batteries. They can leak
chemicals that destroy electronic circuits.
Handle the scanner gently and carefully. Dropping It can
damage circuit boards and cases and can cause the scan¬
ner to work improperly.
Use and store the scanner only in normal temperature en¬
vironments. Temperature extremes can shorten the life of
electronic devices, damage batteries and distort or melt
plastic parts.
Keep the scanner away from dust and dirt, which can
cause premature wear of parts.
Wipe the scanner with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it
looking new. Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning sol¬
vents, or strong detergents to clean the scanner.
Modifying or tampering with your scanner’s internal components can
cause a malfunction and might invalidate the scanner’s warranty and
void the units legal certification to operate. If your scanner is not
operating as it should, take it to your local Tandy/Radk> Shack store for
assistance.
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