Whistler WS1040 User Manual

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Understanding the Display Icons
Your WS1040 features a high contrast, backlit Liquid
Crystal Display (LCD).
The scanner uses the following top row of icons:
F
The Function Key ( FUNC) has been
pressed. This acts as a “Shift” key.
T
The scanner is currently receiving trunking
control channel data.
G
The attenuator is set for Global mode.
A
The attenuator is currently active.
S
The radio’s squelch circuit is open.
Signal meter indicating signal strength.
Battery status indicator. Flashes when
charging, solid when batteries are weak,
and flashes quickly when battery failure is
imminent.
NOTE: This indicates if the battery charger
circuit is active, but does not indicate
charging. Batteries will only charge if the
yellow battery holder is in use.
Indicate scan or search direction.
F
T
GA
S
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Whistler WS1040 Specifications

General

Channels	1800
Display	LCD
Power Source	AA batteries or AC adapter
CTCSS/DCS	Yes
Trunking	Motorola, EDACS, LTR
Close Call RF Capture	Yes
Priority Scan	Yes
Weather Alert	YES
Type	Handheld
Digital Modes	P25 Phase I
Modulation Modes	AM, FM
PC Connectivity	Yes
Frequency Coverage	25-54 MHz, 108-174 MHz, 216-512 MHz, 764-960 MHz, 1240-1300 MHz