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20-496 Owner’s Manual-Draft
LOGO
PRO-2096 500-Channel
Mobile/Desktop Digital Trunking Scanner
Catalog # 20-496
OWNER’S MANUAL —
Please read before using this equipment.
Thank you for purchasing the RadioShack PRO-2096 Mobile/Desktop Digital Scanner. This product is the
first of an innovative and exciting new generation of RadioShack scanning receivers capable of receiving
Phase 1 APCO-25 C4FM/IMBE digital voice modulation from the newest and most sophisticated
conventional and trunked radio networks.
Your RadioShack Mobile/Desktop Digital Scanner is ready to receive digital conventional and trunked radio
transmissions. No additional hardware or add-on cards are needed.
IMPORTANT: If an icon appears at the end of a paragraph, go to the box on that page with the
corresponding icon for pertinent information.
! — Warning ! — Important thunder mark — Caution
light mark — Hint note mark — Note
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features
The FCC Wants You to Know
Scanning Legally
Getting Familiar With Your Scanner
About the Keypad
Understanding Your Scanner’s Memory Organization
Channel Storage Banks
Channels
Search Banks
Understanding Your Scanner’s Channel Receive Modes
Preparation
Mounting the Scanner in Your Vehicle
Powering the Scanner from Vehicle’s Battery
Using the Scanner as a Base Station
Connecting an Extension Speaker
Connecting an Earphone/Headphones
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Listening Safely
Connecting an Supplied Antenna
Programming Your Scanner
Programming Conventional Channels
Programming Trunked Systems
Programming Motorola Analog, Digital, and APCO-25 Trunking Systems
Programming EDACS Trunking Systems
Programming Motorola VHF and UHF Trunking Systems
Programming Motorola 800 MHz Splinter Systems
Talkgroup IDs
Programming the Priority Channels
Programming Channels for CTCSS and DCS Operation
General Programming Notes
Operating Your Scanner
Initial Preparation
Searching and Tuning
Searching a Preprogrammed Frequency Range
Using Zeromatic
Using Seek Search
Manually Tuning a Frequency
Using Frequency Copy
Copying a Frequency into a Specified Channel
Copying a Frequency into a Vacant Channel in a Specified Bank
Coping a Frequency into the Priority Channel
Special Features
Listening to the Weather Band
Listening to a Weather Channel
Using the Delay Function
Locking Out Channels or Frequencies
Changing the Receive mode
Using the Attenuator
Turning the Key Tone On and Off
Using Dimmer
Changing the Display Contrast
Working with V-Scanners
Using the Digital AGC Function
Cloning the Programmed Data
Cloning V-Scanner Data
Trunking Special Features
Trunking Operation
Activating ID Lockout While Scanning
Trunked Delay Function
Clearing Talkgroup IDs
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Digital Operation
Updating the DSP Firmware
A General Guide To Frequencies
Guide To The Action Bands
Typical Band Usage (in MHz)
Primary Usage
Band Allocation
Frequency Conversion
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Chart
Resetting / Initializing the Scanner
Care
Service and Repair
Specifications
Command Quick Reference Guide
© 2004 RadioShack Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
RadioShack, RadioShack.com, Hypersearch, Hyperscan, V-Scanner, and Adaptaplug are trademarks used
by RadioShack Corporation.
Motorola, Smartnet, ASTRO and Privacy Plus are registered trademarks of Motorola Inc.
EDACS is a registered trademark of MA-COM Inc.
The IMBE™ voice coding Technology embodied in this product is protected by intellectual property rights
including patent rights, copyrights and trade secrets of Digital Voice Systems, Inc. This voice coding
Technology is licensed solely for use within this Communications Equipment. The user of this Technology is
explicitly prohibited from attempting to decompile, reverse engineer, or disassemble the Object Code, or in
any other way convert the Object Code into a human readable form. U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,870,405 and
5,517,511.
This device made under license under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 4,590,473; 4,636,791;
5,148,482; 5,185,796; 5,271,017; 5,377,229
FEATURES
Your RadioShack Mobile/Desktop Digital Scanner features Intelligent Adaptive Digital Tracking for optimal
reception of digital signals from a variety of digital conventional and trunked radio system types. No special
sound quality settings or adjustments are needed for the different digital systems that you monitor.
APCO-25 digital voice modulation provides public safety radio users with clear digital voice signals and
other features not available in traditional analog systems. Your scanner uses advanced Digital Signal
Processing (DSP) technology to receive and decode APCO-25 digital signals from both conventional and
trunked radio networks. Additionally, your scanner features automatic detection of digital signals. No
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special scanner programming is required to receive conventional or trunked digital traffic.
The DSP module in your scanner features updateable firmware. If DSP improvements become available,
you can easily download an update file from the Internet and apply the file to your scanner to obtain the
latest DSP firmware version.
Your scanner is designed to track Motorola analog and Astro® digital trunking systems using 3600 bps
control channel operation, APCO 25 digital trunking systems using 9600 bps control channel operation,
and M/A-COM EDACS® trunking systems.
The scanner lets you scan conventional transmissions, and is preprogrammed with service search banks
for your convenience. By pressing a single button, you can quickly search those frequencies most
commonly used by public safety and other agencies.
Your RadioShack Mobile/Desktop Digital Scanner features RadioShack’s exciting new 11-in-1 V-Scanner
technology. V-Scanner stands for Virtual Scanner. V-Scanner allows you to build and store eleven separate
configuration profiles in V-Scanner folder memory. Stored V-Scanners can be recalled, edited and activated
at any time, giving you a powerful tool that allows you to quickly reconfigure your scanner for use in
different areas or applications.
This scanner gives you direct access to over 59,000 frequencies including those used by police and fire
departments, ambulance services, government agencies, air, and amateur radio services.
Your scanner includes the following features:
500 Channels – 10 channel storage banks with 50 channels each.
V-Scanner Folders – eleven 500 channel virtual scanner folders at your fingertips.
Phase 1 APCO-25 Digital Reception – automatic detection and reception of digital voice modulation from
conventional, trunked and mixed-mode networks.
Intelligent Adaptive Digital Tracking – ensures optimal reception of digital signals from a variety of digital
conventional and trunked radio system types.
Digital AGC – automatically compensates for audio level variances in digital transmissions.
Simultaneous Multi-System Trunking Operation – quickly tracks up to ten Motorola, APCO-25 or EDACS
trunking systems at the same time. Mix conventional channels and trunking systems in the same channel
storage banks. Scan conventional frequencies and trunked systems simultaneously. Automatically detects
Motorola 3600 bps or APCO-25 9600 bps control channel operation.
Automatic Channel Tracking – automatically determines the trunking system frequencies for Motorola and
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APCO-25 trunking systems, using only the active system control channel.
CTCSS and DCS Subaudible Encoded Squelch Modes – restricts conventional channel reception to
transmissions using specified subaudible CTCSS tone or DCS data code when scanning or parked on a
single channel. Code Search feature instantly displays the tone or code in use. Takes advantage of
subaudible squelch tail elimination turn off codes when they are present.
10 ID List Banks – let you store 1500 IDs in 10 ID banks, each with 5 ID sub-banks. 30 IDs are available in
each ID sub-bank. ID text tags let you easily identify the user of a particular talkgroup ID code.
Weather Priority Alert – while scanning, automatically sounds an alarm tone to advise of hazardous
weather conditions when it detects the alert signal on the local National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA) weather channel during WX priority operation.
SAME/FIPS Weather Alert – displays the weather event text for the specific cities or counties you choose
so you can see and hear the reason for the alert.
Data Cloning – lets you transfer the programmed data to another PRO-2096 (and PRO-96) scanner. You
can also upload or download the programmed data to or from a PC using an optional PC interface kit and
application software.
12-Character, 4-Line, Alphanumeric Display – shows you detailed operating information clearly.
Triple Conversion Superheterodyne Receiver – virtually eliminates any interference from intermediate
frequency (IF) images, so you hear only the frequency you select.
Preprogrammed Frequency Ranges – lets you search for transmissions within preset frequency ranges or
within ranges you set, to reduce search time and select interesting frequencies more quickly.
Hyperscan™ and Hypersearch™ – the scanner scans at up to 60 channels per second and searches up to
75 frequencies per second, to help you quickly find transmissions.
Scan Delay – delays scanning for about 2 seconds before moving to another channel in conventional mode,
so you can hear more replies that are made on the same channel.
Adjustable Trunking Delay – waits for reply activity on a trunking call for the amount of time you specify.
Priority Channel — allows you to configure the scanner to check one channel every 2 seconds so you do
not miss important transmissions.
Attenuator — allows you to set, by channel or globally, a 20 dB attenuator to reduce receiver overload and
interference from nearby strong signals.
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Text Input — lets you input a text label for each channel, talkgroup ID, channel storage bank, or other
memory location so you can easily identify the transmission.
Lock Out Function — lets you set your scanner to skip over specified channels or frequencies when
scanning or searching, and skip over IDs when tracking trunked systems.
Key Lock — lets you lock the scanner's keys to prevent accidentally changing the scanner's programming.
DIN-E Size Cabinet
Memory Backup — keeps the channel frequencies stored in memory for an extended time even without
battery power.
Your scanner can receive these frequencies:
. 25 – 54 MHz
. 108 – 136.9875 MHz
. 137 – 174 MHz
. 216.0025 – 225 MHz
. 406 – 512 MHz
. 806 – 823.9875 MHz
. 849 – 868.9875 MHz
. 894 – 960 MHz
. 1240 – 1300 MHz
Use “A General Guide To Frequencies” on Page XX to help you target frequency ranges in your service
area so you can search for a wide variety of transmissions.
THE FCC WANTS YOU TO KNOW
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a scanning receiver, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment
does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
SCANNING LEGALLY
Your scanner covers frequencies used by many different groups including police and fire departments,
ambulance services, government agencies, private companies, amateur radio services, military operations,
pager services, and wireline (telephone and telegraph) service providers. It is legal to listen to almost every
transmission your scanner can receive. However, there are some transmissions you should never
intentionally listen to. These include:
. Telephone conversations (cellular, cordless, or other private means of telephone signal transmission)
. Pager transmissions
. Any scrambled or encrypted transmissions
According to the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA), you are subject to fines and possible
imprisonment for intentionally listening to, using, or divulging the contents of such a transmission unless
you have the consent of a party to the communication (unless such activity is otherwise illegal).
This scanner has been designed to prevent reception of illegal transmissions. This is done to comply with
the legal requirement that scanners be manufactured so as to not be easily modifiable to pick up those
transmissions. Do not open your scanner's case to make any modifications that could allow it to pick up
transmissions that are illegal to monitor. Doing so could subject you to legal penalties.
In some areas, mobile use of this scanner is unlawful or requires a permit. Check the laws in your area. It is
also illegal in many areas to interfere with the duties of public safety officials by traveling to the scene of an
incident without authorization.
We encourage responsible, safe and legal scanner use.
GETTING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR SCANNER
Though you may be anxious to begin using your new scanner right away, we recommend that you take the
time to read this manual thoroughly so that you may fully understand the advanced features and
capabilities of your PRO-2096 scanning receiver.
Once you understand a few simple terms used in this manual and familiarize yourself with your scanner's
features, you can put the scanner to work for you. You simply determine which frequencies and trunking
systems you want to receive, and then program the scanner to scan them.
A frequency is the receiving signal location (expressed in MHz). To find active frequencies, you can use
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frequency guides available from your local RadioShack store, frequency listings posted on the Internet, or
the built in search function.
Your scanner’s SEARCH banks contained preprogrammed frequencies in the scanner’s memory (see
“Searching a Preprogrammed Frequency Range” on Page XX for the frequency list). You can even change
the frequency range on one of the SEARCH banks (SR6) to customize your own search parameters.
Once you identify the frequencies you wish to monitor, you can store them into programmable memory
locations called channels, which are grouped in channel storage banks. You can then scan the
channel-storage banks to see if there is activity on the frequencies stored there. Each time the scanner
finds an active frequency, it stops and monitors the radio traffic on that channel until the transmission ends,
then resumes scanning. For detailed programming instructions, see “Programming Your Scanner” on Page
XX.
ABOUT THE KEYPAD
Here is a brief overview of your scanner's keys and their functions.
SCAN — scans through the programmed channels.
FUNC — lets you use various functions by pressing this key in combination with other keys. When using
the FUNC key, press the FUNC key first, then release it, then quickly press the next key in the function key
sequence.
MAN — stops scanning and lets you directly enter a channel number.
WX — scans through the seven preprogrammed weather channels.
TRUNK — stores the trunking ID code or holds the trunking ID while scanning.
PRI — sets and turns the priority function on or off.
TEXT — lets you input text.
PAUSE — pauses search or tune operation.
MODE — changes the receive mode (AM, FM, CT, DC, MO, ED).
DIM (dimmer) — changes three levels of back lighting brightness (Light, Dark, OFF).
TUNE — allows you input a frequency and tunes up or down automatically or manually with the ^ or v keys.
ATT — turns attenuation on to reduce the scanner's sensitivity and block extremely strong signals, or turns
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it off to increase sensitivity.
^ or v — selects the scan or search direction.
SRCH — lets you search the seven search banks.
L/OUT — lets you lock out a selected channel, skip a specified frequency during search, or lock out a
selected ID code.
PROG — programs frequencies into channels.
ENT — completes the entry of frequencies and text.
1 — enters a 1, or inputs characters 0 through 9 in text mode.
2/ABC — enters a 2, or inputs characters A, B, or C.
3/DEF — enters a 3, or inputs characters D, E, or F.
4/GHI — enters a 4, or inputs characters G, H, or I.
5/JKL — enters a 5, or inputs characters J, K, or L.
6/MNO — enters a 6, or inputs characters M, N, or O.
7/PQRS — enters a 7, or inputs characters P, Q, R, or S.
8/TUV — enters an 8, or inputs characters T, U, or V.
9/WXYZ — enters a 9, or inputs characters W, X, Y, or Z.
0 — enters a zero, or inputs characters . - # _ @ + * & / , $ % ! ^ ( ) ? → ’ ←.
./DELAY — enters a decimal point (necessary when programming frequencies), space, or programs delay
time for the selected channel/search bank, or hyphen (in trunking ID setting).
CLEAR — clears an incorrect entry.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCANNER’S MEMORY ORGANIZATION
V-Scanners
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A V-Scanner folder contains a complete, stored configuration profile of your scanner’s programming.
Certain current scanner models allow the user to load, save and edit different scanner configurations using
an interface cable, software and a personal computer. The PRO-2096 V-Scanner feature extends this
functionality by allowing you to store or recall up to eleven scanner configurations in V-Scanner folders on
your scanner, without using a personal computer. You can use the V-Scanner feature to build and store
configurations for different areas or different scanner applications. Using the cloning feature it is possible to
exchange scanner configurations with your friends without losing your existing data. V-Scanners also
provide a way for you to easily back up your programmed data without connecting your scanner to a
personal computer.
Each V-Scanner folder stores all channel storage banks, channels, trunking Ids, search settings, and other
parameters associated with the operation of the scanner.
CHANNEL STORAGE BANKS
A channel storage bank is a storage area for a group of channels. Channels are storage locations for
frequencies. Whereas a channel can only contain one frequency, a channel storage bank can hold 50
channels.
To make it easier to identify and select the channels you want to listen to, your scanner divides the
channels into 10 banks (0 to 9) of 50 (00 to 49) channels each, a total of 500 channels. You can use each
channel-storage bank to group frequencies, such as those used by different public safety agencies and
jurisdictions in your area. Channel storage banks can be easily enabled or disabled while scanning by
pressing the number key that corresponds with the desired channel storage bank.
For example, a particular city might use four frequencies for police communications, and four frequencies
for fire communications. You could program the police frequencies starting with 000 (the first channel in
bank 0) and program the fire department frequencies starting with 100 (the first channel in bank 1). This
gives you the ability to quickly select what you wish to monitor by activating or deactivating the appropriate
channel storage bank. When looking at channel numbers, the first digit identifies the bank (0 to 9). The
second and third digits identify the channel within the bank (00 to 49).
CHANNELS
Channels are storage locations for the actual frequencies you wish to monitor. Each channel can be
configured with a radio frequency, the desired mode for that frequency, and settings to allow a short delay
after a transmission or lock the channel out from scanning operation. A channel can contain a conventional,
non-trunked frequency, or a frequency used in a trunking system.
SEARCH BANKS
Your scanner has six preprogrammed search banks configured to search various radio services, and one
limit search bank that you can configure. You can set the lower and higher frequency limit in the limit search
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bank.
HINT: For example, if you wanted to find active frequencies between a range of 150.1000 and 150.5000,
you would put both of those frequencies in the limit search bank.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR SCANNER’S CHANNEL RECEIVE MODES
You can program each channel with any one of six receive modes (AM, FM/Digital, CTCSS, DCS, Motorola,
and EDACS).
Each receive mode affects how your scanner operates when scanning and receiving transmissions.
Notes:
. Trunked modes (ED and MOT) can only be selected for frequencies above 137 MHz.
. Your scanner’s Closed Mode lets you hear transmissions from only those trunking talkgroups you specify.
For more information, see “Open and Closed Mode Operation” on Page XX.
AM Mode (AM)
The AM mode sets the scanner to receive transmissions using amplitude modulation (AM), primarily used
for aircraft, military, 27 MHz citizen’s band, some amateur radio, and some government transmissions.
(Refer to “Specifications” on Page XX for a list of the frequencies covered.) When the scanner receives a
transmission on a channel set to the AM mode, it always stops on the transmission.
FM/Digital Mode (FM)
The FM/Digital (FM) mode sets the scanner to receive transmissions using frequency modulation (FM) and
APCO-25 digital modulation. FM is used for most public safety transmissions, as well as broadcast,
business, and amateur radio transmissions. APCO-25 digital modulation is used in many newer
conventional and trunked public safety radio systems. When the scanner receives a transmission on a
channel set to the FM/Digital mode, it always stops on the transmission.
CTCSS Mode (CT)
CTCSS mode sets the scanner to receive transmissions using frequency modulation (FM) with Continuous
Tone Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) subaudible tone codes. CTCSS allows multiple users to share a
single radio frequency without hearing each other’s transmissions. In your PRO-2096 scanner, the CTCSS
feature can be used to block the reception of transmissions on shared channel to only those that use the
CTCSS tone that you have specified. CTCSS mode also features a Code Search setting that allows you to
instantly display and store unknown codes into the channel memory. CTCSS tones can sometimes be
heard as a low “hum” in the background of a voice transmission. Many systems that use CTCSS transmit a
special “turn off code” at the end of each transmission. The turn off code causes a properly equipped
receiver to mute before the transmission ends, eliminating the “squelch tail” burst of noise the commonly
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occurs when the signal is lost. CTCSS turn off code performance can be affected by weak signals.
DCS Mode (DC)
DCS mode sets the scanner to receive transmissions using frequency modulation (FM) with Digital Coded
Squelch (DCS) subaudible data signaling. DCS is very similar to CTCSS, except that a digital code is
transmitted instead of an audio tone. Like CTCSS, DCS allows multiple users to share a single radio
frequency without hearing each other’s transmissions. In your PRO-2096 scanner, the DCS feature can be
used to block the reception of transmissions on a shared channel to only those that use the DCS tone that
you have specified. DCS mode also features a Code Search setting that allows you to instantly display and
store unknown codes into the channel memory. DCS data can sometimes be heard as a low “purring”
sound in the background of a voice transmission. Some DCS systems transmit a special “turn off code” at
the end of each transmission. The turn off code causes a properly equipped receiver to mute before the
transmission ends, eliminating the “squelch tail” burst of noise the commonly occurs when the signal is lost.
Motorola/APCO-25 Trunking Mode (MO)
You can set your scanner so it decodes the talkgroup IDs used with Motorola and APCO-25 trunking
systems and follows talkgroup calls in the trunking system. This setting is called the Motorola mode.
Motorola systems are trunking systems used primarily by business and public safety agencies to efficiently
allocate a small number of frequencies (as few as three) to many groups of users (as many as several
thousand). To do this, each group of users in the system is assigned to a specific talkgroup. For example, a
city’s east side patrol officers might all be assigned to talkgroup 2160. One channel in the system is
continuously transmitting data that identifies which talkgroups are active on which channel. In addition, this
talkgroup information is also transmitted as subaudible data on each active channel.
When the scanner receives a transmission on a channel set to the Motorola mode, it first decodes the
talkgroup ID data included with the transmission. In the Open Mode, the scanner stops on the transmission
and displays the talkgroup ID on the bottom line of the display. In the Closed Mode, the scanner only stops
on the transmission if the talkgroup ID matches a talkgroup ID that you have stored in the bank's talkgroup
ID list and have not locked out.
Trunking systems covered by the Motorola mode come in four categories: Type I, Type II, Type I/II Hybrid
and APCO-25. Each category displays and uses talkgroup IDs in slightly different ways.
Motorola Type I IDs are in the form FFF-SS, where;
FFF=Fleet ID
SS=Subfleet ID
Type I systems are usually organized with different user groups assigned to different fleets.
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Notes:
. For example, a valid fleet-subfleet ID identifying all detectives within a police department might be 000-12,
where 000 identifies all police users and 12 identifies the Detective division.
. Tuning the scanner to an active control channel while in Motorola mode will display the Motorola System
ID and the approximate control channel message decode success rate. This information can help you
identify the Motorola trunking system that you are monitoring and the receive quality of the control channel
signal.
To properly map the raw Type I data to the correct fleet-subfleet format, you must program the correct fleet
map into the scanner. Fleet map information is widely available on the Internet for most Type I systems in
use.
Type II and APCO-25 system talkgroups are identified by a 5-digit number. Valid Type II talkgroup IDs are
divisible by 16, while APCO-25 talkgroups are not. Use care to ensure that you enter the correct Type II IDs
into your scanner. Type I/II hybrid systems use both fleet-subfleet and 5-digit formats for talkgroup IDs.
EDACS Trunking Mode (ED)
You can set your scanner so it decodes the talkgroup IDs used with EDACS (GE/Ericsson/M/ACOM)
trunking systems. This setting is called the EDACS mode.
EDACS systems are used primarily by business or private communications service providers, as well as by
some public safety organizations. EDACS systems transmit active talkgroup information only on a
dedicated control channel.
EDACS frequencies are organized in a specific order. Each frequency is assigned a Logical Channel
Number (LCN). For the scanner to correctly switch to an active frequency, you must program the
frequencies in LCN order, starting with Memory 01. EDACS talkgroup IDs are entered as a 4-digit decimal
number from 0001 to 2047 or AFS (Agency Fleet Subfleet) number from 00-001 to 15-157.
When there is activity on an EDACS system, that information is sent out on the control channel. The
scanner decodes the ID for the active talkgroup. In the Open Mode, the scanner then goes to the
transmission and displays the talkgroup ID on the bottom line of the display. In the Closed Mode, the
scanner only goes to transmissions with IDs that match talkgroup IDs you have stored in the bank's
talkgroup ID list that are not locked out
PREPARATION
MOUNTING THE SCANNER IN YOUR VEHICLE
Before you mount the scanner, make sure you have all the necessary materials. Then confirm that the
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scanner fits your vehicle’s mounting area. This scanner is a DIN-E size unit that requires a 2-inch high by 7
1/8 –inch wide by 5 5/16inch deep (50 x 180 x 135 mm) mounting area.
IN-DASH Mounting
1. Remove the sleeve from your PRO-2096.
2. Install the sleeve into the dashboard.
After the sleeve is correctly installed in the dashboard, bend the appropriate tabs to hold the sleeve firmly in
place.
3. Do the required electrical connections (power cable and antenna, etc.).
4. Slide the scanner into the sleeve until it is locked.
Removing the Unit from In-Dash Mounting
Insert the 2 handles into the slots at left and right of the front panel. Then, while gently pulling the handles
away from each other, slide out the scanner.
Mounting the Scanner with Mounting Bracket
Caution: Be sure to avoid obstructions behind the mounting surface.
1. Choose a mounting location, then use the supplied mounting bracket as a template to mark the positions
for the mounting screw holes.
2. In the marked positions, drill holes slightly smaller than the supplied screws.
3. Attach the mounting bracket to the mounting location using the supplied screws and lock washers.
4. Remove the sleeve from the unit, and attach the top and bottom cabinet to the scanner.
5. Attach a rubber washer to both of the mounting bracket’s holes.
6. Attach the scanner to the mounting bracket using the supplied mounting knobs.
7. Connect the antenna and power cable to the scanner.
POWERING THE SCANNER FROM VEHICLE’S BATTERY
You can power your scanner using either the supplied DC power cord or from your vehicle’s cigarette
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lighter socket using an optional DC cigarette lighter power cable.
Cautions:
. You must use a power source that supplies 12V DC and delivers at least 500 mA. Its center tip must be
set to positive and its plug must fit the scanner’s DC 13.8V jack. The supplied DC power cord meets these
specifications. Using a power cord that does not meet these specifications could damage the scanner or
the adapter.
. Always connect the adapter or DC power cord to the scanner before you connect it to the power source.
When you finish, disconnect the adapter or DC power cord from the power source before you disconnect it
from the scanner.
. For added safety and protect your scanner, disconnect the cable from your vehicle battery’s negative (-)
terminal before you begin.
Follow these steps to connect the supplied DC power cord.
1. Connect the power cord’s black wire to a chassis ground, such as a metal screw attached to a metal part
of the vehicle’s frame. Be sure that the screw is not insulated from the frame by a plastic part.
2. Connect the power cord’s red wire (with in-line fuse) to a source of voltage that turns on and off with the
ignition switch, such as a spare accessory terminal in your vehicle’s fuse box.
3. Insert the power cord’s barrel plug into the DC 13.8V jack on the back of the scanner.
4. Reconnect the cable to the vehicle battery’s negative (-) terminal.
To power the scanner from a vehicle’s 12V power source (such as a cigarette-lighter socket), you need a
12V, 600 mA DC cigarette-lighter adapter (not supplied), available at your local RadioShack store.
To connect an optional DC cigarette-lighter power cable, insert its barrel plug into the DC 13.8V jack on the
back of the scanner, then plug the power cable into your vehicle’s cigarette lighter socket.
Note: If you use a cigarette-lighter power cable and your vehicle’s engine is running, you might hear
electrical noise from the engine while scanning. This is normal.
USING THE SCANNER AS A BASE STATION
You can place this scanner on a desk, shelf, or table to use it as a base station.
To use the base station, you must change the outer cabinet from the sleeve.
Using Standard AC Power
You can power the scanner using the supplied 13.8V, 600mA AC adapter. To power the scanner using an
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AC adapter, insert the AC adapter’s barrel plug into the scanner’s DC 13.8V jack. Then connect the other
end of the adapter to a standard AC outlet.
Cautions:
. You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 13.8V DC and delivers at least 600mA. Its center tip
must be set to positive and its plug must fit the scanner’s DC 13.8V jack. Using an adapter that does not
meet these specifications could damage the scanner or the adapter.
. Always connect the AC adapter to the scanner before you connect it to AC power. When you finish,
disconnect the adapter from AC power before you disconnect it from the scanner.
Warning: To prevent electric shock, do not use the AC adapter’s polarized plug with an extension cord,
receptacle, or other outlet unless you can fully insert the blades to prevent blade exposure.
CONNECTING AN EXTENSION SPEAKER
In a noisy area, an extension speaker (not supplied), available at your local RadioShack store, might
provide more comfortable listening. Plug the speaker cable’s 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) mini-plug into your
scanner’s EXT SP jack.
CONNECTING AN EARPHONE/HEADPHONES
For private listening, you can connect an earphone or headphones with a 1/8-inch (3.5 mm) plug to the
(headphone) jack on the front of the scanner. (Your local RadioShack store carries a wide selection of
earphones and headphones). This automatically disconnects the internal speaker.
LISTENING SAFELY
To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an earphone or headphones.
. Set the volume to zero before putting on headphones. With the headphones on, adjust the volume to a
comfortable level.
. Avoid increasing the volume once you set it. Over time, your sensitivity to a volume level decreases, so
volume levels that do not cause discomfort might damage your hearing.
. Avoid or limit listening at high volume levels. Prolonged exposure to high volume levels can cause
permanent hearing loss.
Traffic Safety
Do not wear an earphone or headphones while you drive a vehicle or ride a bicycle. This can create a traffic
hazard and can be illegal in some areas. Even though some earphones and headphones let you hear
some outside sounds when you listen at normal levels, they still can present a traffic hazard.
CONNECTING AN SUPPLIED ANTENNA
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To attach the supplied antenna to the antenna jack on the back of your scanner, align the slots around the
antenna’s connector with the studs on the antenna jack. Slide the antenna push over the jack and turn the
antenna’s base clockwise until it locks into place.
The scanner’s sensitivity depends on its location and the antenna’s length. For the best reception of the
transmissions you want to hear, adjust the antenna’s length according to the chart below.
Frequency
25-54 MHz
108-174 MHz
216-225 MHz
406-1300 MHz
Antenna Length
Extend fully
Extend 4 segments
Extend 3 segments
Collapse fully
Connecting an Optional External Antenna
The antenna connector on your scanner makes it easy to use the scanner with a variety of antennas, such
as an external mobile antenna or outdoor base station antenna. Your local RadioShack store sells a variety
of antennas.
Always use 50-ohm coaxial cable, such as RG-58 or RG-8, to connect an outdoor antenna. For length over
50 feet, use RG-8 low-loss dielectric coaxial cable. If your antenna’s cable does not have a BNC connector,
you will also need a BNC adapter (not supplied, available at your local RadioShack store).
WARNING: Use extreme caution when installing or removing an outdoor antenna. If the antenna starts to
fall, let it go! It could contact overhead power lines. If the antenna touches a power line, touching 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.
Follow the installation instructions supplied with the antenna, route the antenna cable to the scanner, then
connect it to the antenna jack.
PROGRAMMING YOUR SCANNER
PROGRAMMING CONVENTIONAL CHANNELS
Good references for active frequencies are RadioShack’s Police Call, Aeronautical Frequency Directory,
and Maritime Frequency Directory. We update these directories every year, so be sure to get a current
copy.
Storing Conventional Frequencies
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Follow these steps to store conventional frequencies in to channels.
Notes:
. When the scanner is in Manual or Program mode, indicated with M or P in the top left hand corner of the
display, you can select your desired bank and channel number using direct channel entry, the ^ or v arrow
keys, and with FUNC and the ^ or v arrow keys.
. For direct channel entry, press MAN or PROG, enter the channel storage bank (0-9) and channel number
(00-49) where you want to store a frequency, then press MAN or PROG again. For example, Bank 3,
Channel 23 is entered as “323”. The scanner advances to the selected channel storage bank and channel,
and the channel storage bank and channel number appear at the upper left corner of the display (for
example: M323 or P323).
. Press FUNC, then ^ or v to jump to the next or previous channel storage bank.
. Press FUNC, then hold ^ or v to scroll through the channel storage banks.
1. To begin programming your scanner, press PROG. M changes to P. Select the desired channel storage
bank and channel, and press PROG to advance to that channel.
2. Use the number keys and ./DELAY to enter the frequency (including the decimal point) you want to store.
3. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to backspace and correct the incorrect digit, or press and hold
CLEAR for about 2 seconds to clear the entire field and start over.
4. Press ENT to store the frequency into the channel.
Notes:
. If you made a mistake in entering the frequency, Invalid Freq briefly appears and the scanner beeps when
you press ENT. Enter the frequency again.
. Your scanner automatically rounds the entered frequency to the nearest valid frequency. For example, if
you enter a frequency of 151.53, your scanner accepts it as 151.5275. Reception of the frequency will not
be adversely affected.
. If you enter a frequency that has already been entered elsewhere in the same bank, the scanner sounds
an error tone and displays Dupl.f and the channel number that has been duplicated. If the dual entry is an
error press CLEAR and enter the correct frequency. If the dual entry is intentional press ENT to accept.
. You may replace any frequency by selecting the bank and channel, pressing PROG and entering the new
frequency.
. You can clear programmed frequency data by pressing FUNC, then CLEAR.
. If you make an error in the entry process, press CLEAR as often as needed to erase the incorrect data, or
press and hold CLEAR for one second to clear the entire field.
5. By default, the scanner will configure the channels you enter for a two second delay after a transmission
is received. This is indicated by the D character that appears in the top row of the display. If you do not want
the scanner to pause for reply traffic before resuming scanning operation, press ./DELAY until D is not
visible in the top line of the display.
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6. If necessary, press MODE to change the receiving mode. Valid modes for conventional frequencies
include AM, FM/Digital, CTCSS and DCS. To program a specific code for CTCSS or DCS mode, press
FUNC MODE, then enter the desired code followed by ENT, or use the ^ or v keys to scroll to the desired
code and press ENT to store the code with the channel memory. For more information on CTCSS and DCS
programming, see “Programming channels for CTCSS and DCS operation” on Page XX.
7. If desired, program a text tag for the channel (see “Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel” on Page XX).
When you are ready to program additional channels, press PROG or ^ to move up to the next channel
memory location, or v to move down.
PROGRAMMING TRUNKED SYSTEMS
This section of the manual provides instructions to program your scanner to receive trunked radio systems.
If you are just getting started with trunked system monitoring or have any questions about how your
PRO-2096 scanner operates when tracking trunked radio systems. See “Trunking Special Features” on
Page XX.
For best results, program only one trunking system in each channel storage bank of your scanner. Your
scanner will lock on to the first active control channel it finds in a channel storage bank and follow the
activity from that trunking system.
HINT: Certain multi-zone Motorola systems use the same talkgroup IDs at multiple radio sites to cover a
large geographical area. In these types of systems it may be possible to program multiple control channel
frequencies into the same channel storage bank and allow the scanner to lock on to the different control
channels as you move from zone to zone. This approach only works in networked systems where the same
talkgroup IDs are used at multiple sites. It is not possible to program Motorola/APCO-25 and EDACS
systems into the same channel storage bank.
Channel storage banks may contain both conventional, non-trunked channels, and control or system
channels for a trunked system. The scanner will check for activity on the conventional channels after
processing the trunking system.
PROGRAMMING MOTOROLA ANALOG, DIGITAL, AND APCO-25 TRUNKING SYSTEMS
1. Press PROG and FUNC then ^ or v to select the desired channel storage bank to program.
Notes:
. You can also press FUNC, then TRUNK to access the ID list from manual mode.
. When monitoring Motorola trunked radio systems, it is only necessary to program the trunking control
channel.
. For APCO-25 trunking systems using the 9600 bps control channel, program the system using the steps
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outlined above for Motorola systems. Your scanner will automatically detect the proper control channel
type.
. Some systems rotate the control channel on a daily basis. For best results, program all known control
channel frequencies into the trunking channel storage bank.
. To program Motorola UHF trunking systems, see “Programming Motorola VHF and UHF Trunking
Systems” on Page XX.
. To program Motorola 800 MHz “splinter” systems, see “Programming Motorola 800 MHz Splinter
Systems” on Page XX.
. To program Motorola Type I/IIi fleet maps, see “Programming Fleet Maps” on Page XX.
2. Press TRUNK to access the ID list and set the correct trunking bank type. If the bank has never been
programmed with a trunking system, the scanner will display Not trunked! Press mode.
3. Press MODE until Motorola appears in the display. This sets the channel storage bank for Motorola
operation.
4. Press PROG to return to the channel storage bank.
5. Select a channel to begin programming trunking system frequencies. Use direct channel entry or the ^ or
v keys.
6. Enter the trunking frequency and press ENT. If necessary, press MODE to change the receiving mode to
MO (Motorola).
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to enter the other trunking system control channel frequencies for the system you
wish to monitor.
PROGRAMMING EDACS TRUNKING SYSTEMS
1. Press PROG and FUNC, and then ^ or v to select the desired channel storage bank to program.
Note: It is necessary to program all EDACS system channels into your scanner in Logical Channel Number
(LCN) order, beginning with LCN 1 in channel 01 of the channel storage bank. Do not program EDACS
system channels in channel 00 of a channel storage bank. Refer to frequency publications or Internet
sites to obtain correct LCN frequencies for the EDACS systems you wish to monitor. If the EDACS
system you are programming skips channels in the LCN order, leave those channels blank in your scanner.
2. Press TRUNK to access the ID list and set the correct trunking bank type. If the bank has never been
programmed with a trunking system, the scanner will display Not trunked! Press mode.
3. Press MODE until EDACS appears in the display. This sets the channel storage bank for EDACS
operation.
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4. Press PROG to return to the channel storage bank.
5. Select a channel to begin programming trunking system frequencies. Use direct channel entry or the ^ or
v keys.
6. Enter the trunking frequency and press ENT. If necessary, press MODE to change the receiving mode to
ED.
7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to enter the other EDACS trunking system channels for the system you wish to
monitor.
PROGRAMMING MOTOROLA VHF AND UHF TRUNKING SYSTEMS
Your scanner is capable of receiving Motorola trunked radio systems operating in the VHF and UHF bands.
To monitor these systems it is necessary to program the scanner with three additional parameters, the base
frequency, step and offset.
HINTS:
. Base frequency, step and offset vary for each individual UHF trunking system. You can get information
about these frequencies for the trunking system you want to scan using trunkscanner.com, other Internet
sources, or locally published guidebooks.
. Systems with multiple channel ranges can be programmed using PC application software.
Follow these steps to program Motorola trunking frequencies in the VHF or UHF bands:
1. Press PROG, and then TRUNK to enter the ID program mode.
2. Press FUNC and press (or hold) ^ or v to select the bank.
3. Press MODE until Motorola appears in the display.
4. Press FUNC then 2. The display indicates
Base freq:
406.0000
Offset: 380
Step:25.0KHz
5. While B in Base blinks, if necessary, enter the desired Base frequency with the number keys and press
ENT. If it is incorrect, press the number keys again to set the base frequency.
6. While O in Offset blinks, if necessary, enter the offset number and press ENT. If it is incorrect, then press
the number keys again to set the frequency.
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7. While S in Step blinks, repeatedly press ^ or v to select the step number, 5, 6.25, 7.5, 12.5, 15, 25.0, or
50.0kHz, and then press ENT.
PROGRAMMING MOTOROLA 800 MHz SPLINTER SYSTEMS
Certain 800 MHz Motorola trunked radio systems operate using splinter channels that are in between the
channels in the normal 800 MHz band plan. These systems are known as “splinter systems”. Your scanner
features an offset mode to allow reception of these systems.
Notes:
. If the radio appears to be trunking to the wrong frequencies when monitoring an 800 MHz system, you
should try to configure the system for splinter operation.
. Splinter systems exist only in the 800 MHz band, and only use the 3600 bps control channel type. Setting
splinter configuration on VHF, UHF, 900 MHz and 800 MHz APCO-25 systems will have no effect.
1. Press PROG, and then TRUNK to enter the ID program mode.
2. If necessary, press FUNC then ^ or v to select the desired bank.
3. If necessary, press MODE to select Motorola trunking mode.
4. Press FUNC , and then 3 to edit the 3600 CC Mode.
5. Press ^ or v to select Normal, Splinter, Table, or Multi Table, and then press ENT.
Programming Fleet Maps
You must set the fleet map if you want to receive a Motorola Type I system. Fleet maps are included along
with other information about Motorola Type I systems at www.trunkscanner.com
Follow these steps to program a fleet map.
1. Press PROG, and then TRUNK.
2. Press FUNC, and then ^ or v to select the desired bank.
3. Press FUNC, and then press 8. Block 0 size code. Use 15 for type II. S-00 is displayed.
4. Enter the size code supplied with the Type I system information, referring to the prompts that appear in
the display. If the information for your Type I system is not available, try the following common fleet maps:
Notes:
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. The default setting of the bank is for Motorola Type II. However, if you set Type I and wish to restore Type
II, enter 15 at Step 4.
. To confirm the input, repeat Steps 1-4 and press ENT. Each time you press ENT, you confirm the size
code. If you find an error, press CEALR and begin again at Step 1.
Block
S11
S11
S11
S11
S11
S11
S11
S11
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S12
—
Size Code
S12
S4
—
S4
S4
S12
S4
—
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S3
S10
S4
S4
S12
—
S12
—
S10
S10
S11
S4
S4
S4
S4
S4
S1
S1
S2
S2
S3
S3
S4
S4
11
S4
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
Size Code
12
13
S0
S3
S0
S3
S0
S11
S0
S4
S0
S4
S0
S0
S0
S0
S4
S0
14
S4
S3
S10
S4
S4
S4
S12
—
15
S4
S4
S4
S11
S11
S0
S12
—
16
S3
S10
S10
S11
S0
S0
S12
—
Block
S4
S4
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
10
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
S0
S4
S4
Press ENT for each entry. If you make a mistake, press CLEAR and enter the correct size code.
Talkgroup IDs
Each channel storage bank has an associated talkgroup ID list, for a total of 10 talkgroup ID lists. Each ID
list has 5 sub-banks. Each sub-bank has 30 ID locations. You can program up to 150 talkgroup IDs in each
bank, so you can program up to 1500 talkgroup IDs in 10 banks. When the scanner stops on a
transmission in the Motorola or EDACS mode, it checks to see if the ID has been stored in the associated
ID list. In the Closed Mode, the scanner only stops on the transmission and displays its text tag if you have
stored and not locked out the ID. In the Open Mode, the scanner always stops on all transmissions except
those you specifically exclude, and displays the ID’s text tag if you have stored the ID. For a detailed
description of Open and Closed Mode operation, see “Open and Closed Mode Operation” on Page XX.
Storing Talkgroup IDs
Each talkgroup on a trunked radio system is identified by a talkgroup ID. You can store talkgroup IDs
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automatically while scanning the trunked system in Open mode, or manually by entering the IDs directly in
the ID list.
Note: When you try to store more than 150 talkgroup IDs in a bank, Memory full! appears in the scanner’s
display. Clear some talkgroup IDs in order to store new ones (see “Clearing Talkgroup IDs” on Page XX).
To automatically store a talkgroup ID, press TRUNK when the scanner stops on a voice channel
transmission or when a talkgroup ID is indicated in the manual mode. The ID of the active talkgroup will be
automatically stored in the next available ID memory location. The bottom line of the scanner display
indicates where the ID was stored as ID save X-YY and then changes to ID#ZZZZZ, where X is the
sub-bank number, YY is the ID number within the sub-bank, and ZZZZZ is the stored talkgroup ID code.
If the ID has already been stored when you press TRUNK, ID was saved appears in the scanner’s display.
Follow these steps to manually store talkgroup IDs or to edit a stored ID.
HINTS: Use the following keystrokes to navigate through the ID lists:
. Press PROG, TRUNK to enter the ID list for the current channel storage bank.
. Press and release the ^ or v keys to scroll through the ID memories one at a time.
. Press and hold the ^ or v keys to scroll through the ID memories rapidly.
. Press TRUNK to advance to the next ID sub-bank.
. Press FUNC ^ or v to advance to the next or previous ID list.
1. Navigate to a channel in the desired trunking bank using MAN or the ^ or v keys
2. Press PROG.
3. Press TRUNK.
4. Select the ID memory you wish to edit using any of the methods described above.
5. Enter the talkgroup ID and press ENT. If necessary, use the decimal point for a hyphen.
Notes:
. If you made a mistake in Step 5, Invalid ID. appears and the scanner beeps when you press ENT. Start
again at Step 3.
. You can enter either decimal or AFS code for ED (EDACS) ID. The default setting is decimal ID entry. To
toggle AFS or decimal EDACS ID display, press FUNC then 2. AFS format will appear in the display for
about 2 seconds. Now you can enter EDACS ID codes in AFS format.
. If you entered an ID code that is already stored in another ID channel, Dupl ID appears in the scanner’s
display. If you want to store the ID code anyway, press ENT. To cancel the operation, press CLEAR.
6. If you want to tag the ID, press TEXT, enter the desired text tag for the ID. Then press ENT (see “Text
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Input Chart” on Page XX).
7. To store the next ID memory in sequence, press ^ and repeat Step 5.
8. Press SCAN to start scanning.
When automatically storing trunked IDs in the ID list by pressing TRUNK during a trunked transmission, the
scanner will automatically store the active ID in the next available open ID storage location in the ID list. We
suggest leaving ID sub-bank 0 empty when first setting up an ID list. This provides a location for new
auto-store IDs to be placed and organized.
Programming the Priority Channel
In addition to the 500 programmable memory channels, the scanner has one priority channel.
With the priority feature, you can scan through programmed channels and still not miss an important or
interesting transmission on the priority channel. When priority is turned on, the scanner checks the priority
channel every 2 seconds, and stays on the channel if there is activity until the activity stops.
Notes:
. The priority feature does not operate while the scanner receives a trunking voice channel or during
trunking delay time. Traffic on the priority channel may be missed if it occurs while the scanner is
monitoring a trunking voice call.
. If you program a weather channel as the priority channel, then activate priority mode, the scanner stops
on the weather channel only when the scanner detects the 1050 Hz weather alert tone.
Programming a stored channel frequency in the priority channel
1. Press MAN.
2. Use the number keys to enter the channel number that contains the frequency you want to program as
the priority channel, and then press MAN again.
3. Press FUNC, and then PRI. Pri Channel blinks on the bottom line to indicate storage of the current
frequency into priority channel memory.
Programming the Priority Channel Directly
1. Press PROG.
2. Press PRI.
3. Enter the frequency you want to enter into the priority channel, then press ENT.
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4. If desired, set the priority channel mode. You can set a priority channel for CTCSS or DCS operation with
a programmed code.
Programming a Weather Channel as Priority
1. Press WX.
2. Select the weather channel you want to program as the priority channel by pressing WX repeatedly until
the desired weather channel is displayed.
3. Press FUNC, and then PRI. Pri Channel flashes on the bottom line two times.
Activating the Priority Feature
Press PRI while scanning or manually parked on a channel. PRIon (or PRIwx if you set the priority to a
weather frequency) appears on the bottom line of the display, and P will appear in the top line while
scanning or parked on a channel in manual mode. If the scanner detects activity on the priority channel, Pri
Channel appears in the scanner’s display. If the scanner detects the 1050 Hz weather alert tone in Priority
WX mode, the display will show Weather ALERT and the scanner sounds an alert tone (see “SAME
Standby Mode” on Page XX). Press WX to listen to the weather alert message.
Notes:
. This scanner cannot set a channel as the priority channel if the channel's receive mode is MO or ED.
. In the event of a weather or other hazard warning, a 1050 Hz tone is transmitted prior to the message.
The scanner detects the presence of this tone during the sampling process. The scanner sounds an
audible alert and switches to the weather frequency if the alert tone is detected.
. Because the scanner does not priority sample the weather channel while monitoring trunked talkgroup
calls, it is possible that the 1050 Hz alert tone may be missed between sample intervals when trunked
systems are being scanned. We recommend the use of a dedicated RadioShack Weatheradio® during
times when severe weather notification is critical for your safety, such as when boating or when you know
that the potential for severe weather exists in your area.
. To turn off the priority feature, press PRI.
Programming Channels for CTCSS and DCS Operation
Your PRO-2096 scanner features an advanced, DSP based CTCSS and DCS decoder. CTCSS and DCS
allow you to program frequencies into your scanner that are used by more than one group in your area and
listen only to the group that is of interest to you by specifying the group’s specific CTCSS or DCS code.
CTCSS and DCS can also help reduce instances where interfering signals cause your scanner to stop on
one channel.
There are two ways you can program your scanner to operate with CTCSS and DCS. If you know the
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CTCSS or DCS code that is used on a particular frequency, you can manually enter the code when you are
programming the scanner, or any time afterwards.
You can also set a special search code up that will instantly decode the CTCSS or DCS code on a received
transmission. Channels programmed with the search code will receive all traffic on the channel, and will
instantly decode and display any CTCSS or DCS code that is found with the transmission. You can then
store the found code in the channel memory with one keystroke.
This section of the manual describes the process for configuring a memory channel for CTCSS or DCS
operation and manually programming a known code. For more information on using the CTCSS and DCS
feature while scanning, see “Using CTCSS and DCS” on Page XX.
To program channel memories for CTCSS or DCS operation, follow these steps:
1. First, enter a conventional frequency. See “Storing Conventional Frequencies” on Page XX.
2. Once you have entered the frequency, press MODE until the desired mode appears in the upper left
hand corner of the display. Use CT for CTCSS, and DC for DCS.
3. By default, the search code (indicated with C-Search in the bottom of the display) is programmed. To
program a specific code, press FUNC, MODE, and then use the arrow keys to scroll to the desired CTCSS
or DCS code. You can also use the keypad to enter the code manually. Note that the scanner will
automatically fill the code field as you enter the code.
4. Once the desired code is selected, press ENT to store the code in the channel memory.
5. It is possible to program memory channels for CTCSS or DCS operation at any time. Simply place the
scanner in program mode, navigate to the channel you wish to change, and follow the steps above.
6. When stopped on an active conventional channel while scanning, you can press MODE to cycle through
the valid modes for that channel, including CTCSS and DCS. This will reset any stored CT or DC code to
the search code, allowing you to easily check for other CT or DC codes that may be present on the
frequency.
Note: CTCSS, DCS and digital voice all operate independently of each other. If a channel is configured for
CTCSS or DCS, it will not be able to decode digital transmissions. Use the FM mode when mixed analog
and digital voice reception is desired.
CTCSS Code Table:
67.0 Hz
69.3 Hz
71.9 Hz
94.8 Hz
97.4 Hz
100.0 Hz
131.8 Hz
136.5 Hz
141.3 Hz
171.3 Hz
173.8 Hz
177.3 Hz
203.5 Hz
206.5 Hz
210.7 Hz
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74.4 Hz
77.0 Hz
79.7 Hz
82.5 Hz
85.4 Hz
88.5 Hz
91.5 Hz
103.5 Hz
107.2 Hz
110.9 Hz
114.8 Hz
118.8 Hz
123.0 Hz
127.3 Hz
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146.2 Hz
151.4 Hz
156.7 Hz
159.8 Hz
162.2 Hz
165.5 Hz
167.9 Hz
179.9 Hz
183.5 Hz
186.2 Hz
189.9 Hz
192.8 Hz
196.6 Hz
199.5 Hz
218.1 Hz
225.7 Hz
229.1 Hz
233.6 Hz
241.8 Hz
250.3 Hz
254.1 Hz
DCS Code Table:
15
17
21
23
25
26
31
32
36
43
47
50
51
53
54
65
71
72
73
74
114
115
116
122
125
131
132
134
141
143
145
152
155
156
162
165
172
174
205
212
214
223
225
226
243
244
245
246
251
252
255
261
263
265
266
271
274
306
311
315
325
331
332
343
346
351
356
364
365
371
411
412
413
423
431
432
445
446
452
454
455
462
464
465
466
503
506
516
523
526
532
546
565
606
612
624
627
631
632
654
662
664
703
712
723
731
732
734
743
754
GENERAL PROGRAMMING NOTES
Storing Text Tags
You can customize your scanner by storing text tags (up to 12 characters) for easy identification of channel
transmissions, trunk IDs, or banks.
Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel
1. Navigate to the channel that you wish to label using direct channel entry, ^ or v or FUNC ^ or v.
2. Press PROG. M in the display changes to P to indicate program mode.
3. Press TEXT. A cursor will appear at the third line.
4. Enter the text using the numeral keys (see “Text Input Chart” on Page XX).
Note: If you make a mistake, press ^ or v to move to the character you want to change, or CLEAR to
backspace and delete unwanted characters, or press and hold CLEAR to abort the text entry.
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For example, to identify a channel as “FIRE Ch 6” (for “Fire Channel 6”):
“F” is the third letter associated with 3 on the keypad. Press 3, and then 3.
“I” is the third letter associated with 4 on the keypad. Press 4, and then 3.
“R” is the third letter associated with 7 on the keypad. Press 7, and then 3.
“E” is the second letter associated with 3 on the keypad. Press 3, and then 2.
Space is entered by pressing ./DELAY.
“C” is the third letter associated with 2 on the keypad. Press 2, and then 3.
“h” is the second letter associated with 4 on the keypad. Press 4, and then FUNC (for the lower case
set),and then press 2.
Space is entered by pressing ./DELAY.
“6” is the sixth number associated with 1 on the keypad. Press 1, and then 6.
5. Press ENT to store the text with the channel.
Assigning a Text Tag to a Group ID
1. Press PROG.
2. Press TRUNK.
3. Press FUNC then ^ or v to select the desired bank.
4. Press TRUNK to select the desired sub-bank.
5. Press or hold down ^ or v to select the desired group ID.
6. Press TEXT then enter the text using the numeral keys (see “Text Input Chart” on Page XX). Use ^, v, or
CLEAR to edit your entry, or press and hold CLEAR to abort the text entry.
7. Press ENT to store the text with the ID.
Assigning a Text Tag to a Channel Storage Bank
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1. Select a channel within the desired channel storage bank by pressing MAN and entering the channel
storage bank number (000 for bank 0 or 200 for bank 2, for example). Press MAN again.
2. Press PROG.
3. Press FUNC, and then 7. The cursor appears at the third line of the display. Enter the text using the
keypad. (See “Text Input Chart”). Use ^, v, or CLEAR to edit your entry, or press and hold CLEAR to abort
the text entry.
4. Press ENT to store the text with the bank.
Text Input Chart
Press Character
1234567890
ABC
DEF
GHI
JKL
MNO
PQRS
TUV
WXYZ
.-#_@+*&/,
./DELAY Space
Press
Character
2 FUNC
3 FUNC
4 FUNC
5 FUNC
6 FUNC
7 FUNC
8 FUNC
9 FUNC
0 FUNC
CLEAR
abc
def
ghi
jkl
mno
pqrs
tuv
wxyz
$ % ! ^ ( ) ? -> ‘ 
Enters a frequency into channel memory.
ENT
^ or v
^ steps to the next channel, v steps to the previous channel, hold down to scroll.
FUNC + MAN
Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC + MODE If selected channel mode is set to CT or DC, edits CT or DC code.
FUNC + PRI
Stores the frequency of the selected channel into the priority channel.
FUNC + TUNE Stores the frequency of the selected channel frequency into the tune memory.
FUNC + ATT
Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC CLEAR
Clears all programming data in selected channel.
FUNC + 5
Toggles open or closed mode for current bank.
FUNC + 7
Edits bank text tag.
FUNC + L/OUT Jumps to the next locked out channel.
FUNC + TEXT
Edits welcome screen line 4 (stored with V-Scanner as folder name).
FUNC + PROG Enters V-Scanner function menu.
FUNC + ^ or v
^ jumps forward to the next bank, v jumps to the previous bank. Hold down to
scroll.
Search Mode
Keystrokes
SCAN
MAN
PROG
WX
PRI
TUNE
ATT
L/OUT
PAUSE
MODE
SRCH
DECIMAL
POINT
^ or v
FUNC + MAN
FUNC + PRI
Function
Activates Scan Mode.
Activates Manual Mode.
Activates Program Mode.
Activates Weather Mode.
Toggles priority.
Enters Tune Mode.
Toggles attenuation for active search range, or, if global attenuation is set,
toggles global attenuation on or off.
Locks out undesired search frequencies or search channels.
Pauses and resumes search operations.
Cycles through AM/FM/CT/DC modes for selected search range.
Steps through the available search ranges.
Toggles delay on or off in selected search range or search channel.
Changes search direction.
Toggles digital AGC.
When searching SR1 to SR6, stores active search frequency in priority memory.
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FUNC + TUNE
FUNC + ATT
FUNC + L/OUT
FUNC + MODE
FUNC + SRCH
FUNC + PROG
FUNC+ENT
FUNC + 7
FUNC + 0
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When searching SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6, stores active search frequency in tune
memory.
Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
In SR0, SR1, SR2, steps to next locked out search channel, must be in “M” state.
In SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6, enters Search Lockout Review. Use arrow keys
to review locked frequencies, use CLEAR to clear locked frequencies, use
FUNC + 6 to clear all locked frequencies.
Sets mode to default for active search range.
Toggles Manual Channel Select or Search Channels for SR0, SR1 and SR2.
When searching SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6, stores active search frequency
in desired bank and channel (e.g., “123 + ENT” stores the active frequency
in Bank 1, Channel 23).
When searching SR3, SR4, SR5 and SR6, stores active search frequency in next
available channel in desired bank (e.g., “1 + ENT” stores active frequency in
next empty channel in Bank 1).
Toggles Seek on or off.
Toggles Zeromatic on or off.
Weather Mode
Keystrokes
SCAN
MAN
PROG
WX
FUNC + WX,
and then hold
WX
TUNE
ATT
Function
Activates Scan Mode.
Activates Manual Mode.
Activates Program Mode.
Steps to next weather channel.
Weather alert alarm demonstration. Press any key (except DIM) to exit.
Enters Tune Mode.
Toggles attenuation for selected weather frequency, or, if global attenuation is set,
toggles global attenuation on or off.
SRCH
Enters Search Mode.
NUMBER KEYS Quick FIPS code review for FIPS memories 0-9. Press L/OUT to toggle
0-9
lockout status.
FUNC + PRI
Stores active weather frequency in priority memory. Press PRI in Scan, Search,
Manual, Program modes to activate WX Priority.
FUNC + ATT
Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + PROG FIPS code entry - Use ^ or v to scroll, key in FIPS code + ENT to store. Press
L/OUT to toggle lockout of FIPS code, press TEXT and enter text label for FIPS
memory. Press WX to exit.
FUNC + WX
Activates FIPS/SAME weather alert mode. Press FUNC + WX to exit.
Tune Mode
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Keystrokes
SCAN
MAN
PROG
WX
PRI
ATT
Function
Activates Scan Mode.
Activates Manual Mode.
Activates Program Mode.
Activates Weather Mode.
Toggles priority.
Toggles attenuation for active search range, or, if global attenuation is set,
toggles global attenuation on or off.
PAUSE
Pauses and resumes tune operations.
MODE
Cycles through AM/FM/CT/DC modes.
SRCH
Activates Search Mode
DECIMAL POINT Toggle delay on or off.
^ or v
Changes tune direction, resumes tune operation after stopping on an active
frequency.
FUNC + MAN
Toggles digital AGC.
FUNC + PRI
Stores active tune frequency in priority memory.
FUNC + ATT
Toggles attenuator mode, normal or global.
FUNC + MODE Sets mode to default for active tune range.
FUNC + PROG Stores active tune frequency in desired bank and channel (e.g., “123 + ENT”
stores the active frequency in Bank 1, Channel 23).
FUNC + ENT
Stores active tune frequency in next available channel in desired bank
(e.g., “1 + ENT” stores active frequency in next empty channel in Bank 1).
ID List Edit
Keystrokes
SCAN
MAN
PROG
WX
TEXT
TRUNK
TUNE
L/OUT
MODE
SRCH
 ENT
^ or v
FUNC +
DECIMAL POINT
FUNC CLEAR
FUNC + 1
Function
Activates Scan Mode.
Activates Manual Mode.
Activates Program Mode.
Activates Weather Mode.
Edits text tag for selected ID.
Steps to first ID in next ID sub bank.
Enters Tune Mode.
Toggles lockout on the selected ID.
Cycles trunking mode through MO, ED and “not trunked”.
Activates Search Mode.
Stores ID into selected location.
^ steps to the next ID, v steps to the previous ID, hold down to scroll.
Selects ID delay duration for selected bank.
Clears all programming data in selected ID.
Toggles active sub bank on or off.
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FUNC + 2
Base/offset/step table entry for Motorola, toggles AFS or Decimal display for
EDACS.
FUNC + 3
Motorola 3600 control channel mode select.
FUNC + 4
Motorola/P25 9600 control channel mode select.
FUNC + 6
Clears all ID entries in current ID list.
FUNC + 8
Sets Motorola Type I fleetmap.
FUNC + L/OUT Jumps to the next locked out ID.
FUNC + TRUNK Launches ID hold mode on selected ID.
FUNC + ^ or v
^ jumps forward to the next ID bank, v jumps to the previous ID bank. Hold down
to scroll.
Startup keys
(Enter during welcome screen display.)
Keystrokes
0 then 1
0 then 2
0 then 5
0 then 6
0 then PROG
0 then TEXT
0 then CLEAR
Function
Turns key tones on.
Turns key tones off.
Displays CPU, DSP application and DSP decoder versions.
Destructive - Initializes working memory to factory defaults. Does not affect
V-Scanner memory.
Destructive - Loads test frequencies into working memory. Does not affect
V-Scanner memory.
Destructive / EEPROM memory test #1 - Initializes working memory. Does not affect
V-Scanner memory.
Destructive / EEPROM memory test #2 - Initializes working memory. Does not affect
V-Scanner memory.
Upgrade DSP application firmware.
DSP factory tests
Destructive - Reverts to factory DSP application version, any DSP upgrades are
lost.
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