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Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
If your scanner is not working as it should, these sugges-
tions might help you eliminate the problem. If the scan-
ner still does not operate properly, take it to your local
RadioShack store for assistance.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Scanner is on but
will not scan.
SQUELCH
is not
adjusted cor-
rectly.
Adjust
SQUELCH
.
Only one channel
or no channels
are stored.
Store frequencies
into more than one
channel.
Scanner is totally
inoperative.
No power. Check the batteries
or make sure the
AC adapter or DC
adapter is con-
nected properly.
Recharge the
rechargeable bat-
teries or replace the
non-rechargeable
batteries.
The AC adapter
or DC adapter is
not connected.
Be sure the
adapter’s barrel
plug is fully plugged
into the
9V 300 mA
jack.
The scanner’s
display dims or
the scanner
sounds a tone
every 15
–
30 sec-
onds.
Batteries are not
correctly
installed.
Make sure the bat-
teries are installed
properly.
The batteries are
weak.
Recharge the
rechargeable bat-
teries or replace the
non-rechargeable
batteries.
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