Introduction, Package Contents, Features

Introduction

Welcome to iSCAN, an exciting new way to enjoy the hobby of scanning two-way analog radio communications, including police, fire, EMS, amateur, government, and other channels.

iSCAN combines the simplicity and ease-of-use of a portable media player with the power and sophistication of a state-of-the-art scanning receiver. iSCAN is easy to use for both beginners and experts.

In addition, iSCAN is equipped with the entire USA RadioReference database in a special on-board Library, giving you instant access to the frequencies and systems used by public safety, local government, and business all over the United States!

Please take a few moments to read this manual carefully before using iSCAN. iSCAN is unlike any other scanner ever produced, and we want you to fully understand how it can maximize your enjoyment of the scanning hobby.

Package Contents

•iSCAN

•Antenna

•USB Cable

•SD Card (inside the scanner)

•CD-ROM

•User’s Guide

•Quick Start

wWarning:

•Always protect iSCAN from exposure to extreme heat or cold temperatures.

•iSCAN is not waterproof. Do not expose it to rain, extreme high humidity, or moisture.

Features

Easy-to-understand media player user interface – A simplified keypad and display with familiar Play, Pause, and Navigation controls make it easy to use your iSCAN.

The complete USA RadioReference database on SD card – The entire USA database from www.radioreference.com is stored on a standard SD card that is included with iSCAN, giving you access to the most comprehensive radio data available without connecting iSCAN to a computer or the Internet.

Upgradeable CPU firmware and Library – Keep your radio’s firmware current with enhancements and updates as they become available using the included iSCAN PC Application.

SKYWARN Storm spotter functionality – Instant access to frequencies used by storm spotter networks. You can monitor storm conditions as they occur, and become aware of dangerous conditions before the media or emergency management officials announce them to the general public.

SAME and All Hazards weather alerting – iSCAN features a SAME Standby Mode, alerting you to severe weather and other hazards in the specific areas that you select. iSCAN can also check your local NOAA weather frequency periodically, even while scanning, and alert you when an All Hazards alert occurs.

Multi–System trunking – Scans most common analog trunked radio system signaling formats, including Motorola, EDACS, and LTR. Both talkgroup and individual call monitoring are supported.

Powerful Signal Stalker II – Quickly sweeps iSCAN’s frequency ranges for transmissions from nearby sources. When a nearby transmission is found, iSCAN automatically tunes to that frequency.

Built-in service searches – Predefined service search ranges make it easy to find activity in your area.

Audible alarms and flash patterns– Programmable alarms and flash patterns can be configured to alert when specific objects are active.

Signal strength meter – Shows relative strength of received signals. Slim, compact case – Large speaker and one-handed operation.

Introduction