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TROUBLESHOOTING
If your scanner is not working as it
should, these suggestions might help
you eliminate the problem. If the scan-
ner still does not operate properly,
take it to your local RadioShack store
for assistance.
SYMPTOM SUGGESTION
Scanner is on, but will not scan. Be sure
SQUELCH
is adjusted proper-
ly. See “Turning On the Scanner/Set-
ting Volume and Squelch” on Page 17.
Scanner receives stations poorly or not
at all.
Check the antenna (indoor or outdoor).
Signals may be blocked from being re-
ceived by the scanner due to metal
frames or material in the building.
Change the scanner’s location and try
again.
• The scanner’s keys do not work.
• The display shows random seg-
ments.
The scanner might be locked. Reset
the scanner. See “Resetting the Scan-
ner” on Page 17.
Scanner does not work at all. Check that the power supply is work-
ing.
The scanner might be locked. Reset
the scanner. See “Resetting the Scan-
ner” on Page 17.
Scanner locks on frequencies that have
an unclear transmission.
Be sure
SQUELCH
is adjusted proper-
ly. See “Turning On the Scanner/Set-
ting Volume and Squelch” on Page 17.
Be sure birdie frequencies are not pro-
grammed, or listen to birdie frequen-
cies manually. See “Birdie
Frequencies” on Page 27.
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