Radio Shack 20-107 manual Understanding the Library Organization, Library Copyright Notice, NNotes

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Introduction

Understanding the Library Organization

States – Pick your state; each state contains three data types: Agencies, Counties/Cities, and Systems.

Agencies – Statewide agencies such as highway patrol, emergency mgmt., state parks, etc. (Conventional frequencies)

Counties/Cities – Pick your local county or independent city; three data types: Agencies, Categories, and Systems.1

Agencies – Non-government businesses, airports, attractions, etc. (Conventional frequencies)

Categories – Local government and public safety. (Conventional frequencies)

Systems – Local coverage for county, city, and local entities. (Trunked systems)

Sites – Trunked system control frequencies.2

Categories – Trunked system talkgroups.

Systems – Statewide coverage for state and local entities.3 (Trunked systems)

Sites – Trunked system control frequencies.2

Library Copyright Notice

The data contained in iSCAN’s Library is provided by special arrangement with RadioReference and is Copyright ©2009 RadioReference.com LLC who retains sole ownership of the database. We ask that you respect this copyright by adhering to the following guidelines:

The Library data is intended for your personal use only in conjunction with programming and using your iSCAN. As such, RadioReference. com LLC grants the customer a non-exclusive single license to only be used with the iSCAN radio and its associated PC software. The Library shall not be copied or transferred to any third party in any electronic or physical form or posted on any website.

To decompile the RadioReference data base or convert it for use with another scanning receiver is expressly prohibited.

The RadioReference database is developed and maintained by unpaid volunteers who are dedicated scanning hobbyists. The accuracy of the Library data is subject to errors in the user- submitted data reported to RadioReference, and also to the system configuration changes that a radio system operator may make from time to time. Field-testing the Library data for accuracy is not feasible.

For detailed radio system information worldwide, be sure to visit www.radioreference.com frequently. We encourage you to get involved with RadioReference, and submit your own new or updated data to the database, which will result in future updated editions of the Library.

Introduction

nNotes:

Categories – Trunked system talkgroups.

RadioShack and RadioReference are not responsible for errors, omissions or outdated Library data.

1The organization of data types under Counties/Cities may differ depending upon how the RadioReference volunteers decided to group the information.

2At least one site must be selected for each trunked system.

3 Not all states have a statewide trunked radio system.

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Contents ISCAN Trunking Scanner Contents Introduction Package ContentsFeatures Understanding Objects How iSCAN WorksConventional Frequencies Trunked Radio SystemsNNotes Understanding the Library OrganizationLibrary Copyright Notice Skip Understanding Keys and FeaturesDisplay Icons Channel Status IndicatorsUnderstanding the Display Powering iSCAN SetupConnecting an External Antenna Installing BatteriesUsing Vehicle Power Using AC PowerPress and hold to power off iSCAN Charging Ni-MH BatteriesConnecting an External Speaker Connecting Earphones or HeadphonesBasic Operation Turn on iSCAN and Set SquelchProgramming iSCAN Using iSCAN’s Main MenuBrowse the Library Press and hold to turn on iSCAN. The Main Menu displaysImport Objects to Playlists Select Objects from the LibraryNNote Not all states have a Systems data type Importing Trunked SystemsLocation Scroll to the system you areWorking with Objects Working with PlaylistsObject Edit- Menu Editing ObjectsSkipping Objects Settings- Menu Changing iSCAN’s SettingsNNote Press Skip to block reception of undesired signals Signal StalkerSearching NNote Global Attenuation must beStalker- Menu Service SearchServices- Menu Limit Search Service X- MenuWeather Priority Mode Normal Weather ModeWeather Modes Frequency to monitor the alertAbout Same Signals Same Standby ModeProgramming Fips Codes Instructions to save changes and exitNNote Press Skip again to return to Normal Weather Mode Activating Same Standby ModeWorking with iSCAN’s Data SkywarnRemoving and Inserting the SD Card SD Card ContentsInstalling the iSCAN PC Application Custom Setup Flash Patterns Additional InformationProblem Cause Solution TroubleshootingSpecifications Care Service and RepairBirdie Frequencies Key Terminology FCC NoticeScanning Legally Same Limited WarrantyRadioReference.com Printed 11A09 China 20-107 GR-09D-1920