RadioShack PRO-2030 Owners Manual

PRO-2030 80-Channel Direct Entry Programmable Scanner (200- 0407)

FEATURES

Your Realistic PRO -2030 80-Channel Direct Entry Programmable Scanner lets you in on all the
action! This scanner gives you direct access to over 32,000 frequencies, including those used by the
police department, fire department, ambulance services, amateur radio operators and transportation
services. You can select up to 80 channels for your scanner to scan and you can change your selection
at any time.

The secret to your scanner's ability to scan so many frequencies is its custom-designed microprocessor

- a tiny, built-in computer. Your scanner also has these special features:

• Two-Second Scan Delay - delays the scanning mode for 2 seconds before moving to another

channel, so you can hear more replies.

• Memory Backup - keeps the channel frequencies stored in your scanner's memory for up to

three days without power.

• Lock-Out Function - keeps channels you select from being scanned.

• Eight Channel Storage Banks - lets you store 10 channels in each of 8 banks to group

frequencies so you can easily identify calls

• Priority Channel - helps keep you from missing important calls on a channel you specify.

• Direct Search - scans for new and unlisted frequencies to find interesting broadcasts.

• Hyperscan - scans and searches channels at 50 channels per second.

• Monitor Memories - temporarily save up to ten frequencies you locate during a frequency

search.

• Weather Band Key - scans the preprogrammed weather frequencies to keep you informed o f

the most current weather conditions.

• Backlight - lets you easily see the scanner's display at night

Your PRO-2030 covers all of these bands:

29-29.7 MHz .............................. (ham radio 10 m)

29.7-50 MHz ...................................... (VHF Lo)

50-54 MHz ................................. (ham radio 6 m)

108-136.975 MHz ................................ (aircraft)

137-144 MHz .................................. (government)

144-148 MHz ............................... (ham radio 2 m)

148-174 MHz ...................................... (VHF Hi)

380-450 MHz .................... (ham radio and government)

450-470 MHz ...................................... (UHF Lo)

470-512 MHz ....................................... (UHF T)

806-823.9375 MHz ................................. (UHF Hi)

851-868.9375 MHz ................................. (UHF Hi)

896.1125-956 MHz ................................. (UHF Hi)

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions; (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Notice

Your scanner might cause radio or TV interference, even when it is operating properly. To determine
whether your scanner is causing the interference, turn off your scanner. If the interference goes away,
your scanner is causing the interference. Try to eliminate the interference by:

• Moving your scanner away from the receiver.

• Connecting your scanner to an outlet that is on a different electrical circuit from the receiver.

• Contacting your local Radio Shack store for help.

If you cannot eliminate the interference, the FCC requires that you stop using your scanner.

For your records, please record your scanner's serial number in the space provided. The serial number
is located on the back of the scanner.

Serial Number: _______________________________

PREPARATION

CONNECTING POWER

CAUTION: Use only the supp lied AC adapter. Using a different adapter can damage your scanner
and could present a safety hazard.

Follow these steps to power your scanner.

1. Plug the provided AC adapter's plug into the scanner's DC 12V jack.

2. Plug the adapter's power module into a s tandard AC outlet.

The memory backup circuit begins to function a few minutes after you plug in the scanner. If a power
failure occurs or if the power cord is disconnected, this circuit stores information in the scanner's
memory for up to three days.

CONNECTING THE ANTENNA

To attach the supplied telescoping antenna, screw it into the hole on the top of your scanner.

The antenna's length controls its sensitivity. Adjust the length of the telescoping antenna as follows for
best reception.

29-54 MHz ....................... Extend Fully (3 segments)

108-174 MHz ..................... Extend 2 segments

380-512 MHz ..................... Collapse Fully (1 segment only)

806-956 MHz ..................... Collapse Fully (1 segment only)

CONNECTING AN OPTIONAL ANTENNA

The telescoping antenna is adequate for strong local signals. For best results, attach a multi-band
outdoor antenna (not supplied to the scanner.

Your local RadioShack store sells a complete line of outdoor antennas.

Follow these steps to install an outdoor antenna.

1. Select a location as high as possible.

2. Mount the antenna following the instructions that come with the antenna and its mounting
hardware.

3. Plug the antenna into the scanner's ANT jack on the rear of the scanner using 50 Ohm coaxial
cable (RG-58, RG-8/M or RG-8, not supplied). For lengths over 50 feet, use RG-8/M or RG-8
low loss, coaxial cable.

Note: This scanner uses a BNC antenna connector. You may need an antenna adapter, such as Cat.
No. 278-120 to use other antennas.

WARNING: When installing or removing an outdoor antenna, use extreme caution. If the antenna
starts to fall, let it go! It could contact overhead power lines. IF THE ANTENNA TOUCHES THE
POWER LINE, CONTACT WITH THE ANTENNA, MAST, CABLE, OR GUY WIRES CAN
CAUSE ELECTROCUTION AND DEATH! Call the power company to remove the antenna. Do not
attempt to do so yourself.

CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL SPEAKER

In a noisy area, an extension speaker, such as RadioShack Cat. No. 21-549, positioned in the right
place, might provide more comfortable listening.

Plug the speaker cable's 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini plug into the EXT SP jack on the back of the scanner.
This automatically disconnect the internal speaker.

RESETTING AND INITIALIZING THE SCANNER

If the scanner's display locks up or does not work properly after you connect the power source, you
might have to reset the scanner's display or initialize the scanner.

Follow these steps to reset the display.

1. Press POWER to turn on the scanner.

2. Press RESET on the back of the scanner using a pointed object, such as a ball-point pen.

3. Press POWER to turn on the scanner.

If this is not effective, initialize the scanner as directed below.

CAUTION: Initialize the scanner only when you are sure it is not working properly. This p rocedure
clears all information you have programmed into the scanner.

1. Press POWER to turn on the scanner.

2. Press and hold CLEAR and then press RESET on the back of the scanner using a pointed
object, such as a ball-point pen.

3. Press POWER to turn on the scanner.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCANNER

A LOOK AT THE DISPLAY

The display has several indicators that show the scanner's current operating mode. A quick look at the
display will help you understand how to operate your scanner.

• MON - appears when you liste n to a monitor memory.

• BANK - appears with numbers (1-8) to the right to show which channel storage banks are

turned on for the scan mode. See UNDERSTANDING CHANNEL-STORAGE BANKS.

• SCAN - appears when you scan channels.

• MANUAL - appears when you manually select a channel.

• PROGRAM - appears while you program frequencies into the scanner's channels.

• P - appears when you listen to the priority channel.

• CH - digits that precede this indicator show which channel the scanner is currently tuned to.

• MHz - digits that precede this indicator show which of the 32,000 possible frequencies the

scanner is tuned to.

• Error - appears when you make an incorrect entry.

• PRIORITY - appears when you turn on the priority channel feature.

• LOCKOUT - appears when you manually select a locked channel.

• DELAY - appears when you program a channel for a two second delay before scanning or

when you listen to a channel programmed with the delay feature.

• WX - appears when the scanner is in the weather band mode.

• SEARCH - appears during a limit search (when L - also appears) or a direct frequency search

(when d - also appears).

• /\ and \/ - indicates the search direction.

A LOOK AT THE KEYBOARD

Your scanner's keys might seem confusing at first, but a quick glance at this sectio n should help you
understand each key's function.

• POWER - turns the scanner on and off.

• SCAN - scans through the programmed channels.

• L/O - lets you lock out a selected channel.

• PRI - sets and turns on and off priority for a particular channel.

• LIMIT - used during frequency searches. See SEARCHING FOR AND TEMPORARILY

STORING ACTIVE FREQUENCIES.

• /\ - searches frequencies up from the currently displayed frequency.

• MAN - stops scanning and lets you directly enter a channel number.

• DLY - programs a two-second delay for the selected channel.

• MON - accesses the 10 monitor memories.

• SPEED - changes the scanning or search speed from low to high or high to low.

• \/ - searches frequencies down from the currently displayed frequency.

• Number Keys - each has a single digit followed by a range of numbers. The single digit is the

number entered when you enter a channel number or frequency. The range of numbers (21-30,
for example) indicates the channels that make up a channel storage bank. See
UNDERSTANDING CHANNEL-STORAGE BANKS.

• CLEAR - clears an incorrect entry.

• PGM - programs frequencies into channels.

• WX - scans through the 7 preprogrammed weather channels.

• ENTER - enters program frequencies into channels.