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Primary Usage

As a general rule, most of the radio activity is concentrated on the following fre- quencies:

VHF Band

 

Activities

Frequencies

 

 

 

 

Government, Police, and Fire

153.785–155.980 MHz

 

Emergency Services

158.730–159.460 MHz

 

Railroad

160.000–161.900 MHz

UHF Band

 

 

 

 

 

Activities

Frequencies

 

 

 

 

Land-Mobile “Paired” Frequencies

450.000–470.000 MHz

 

Base Stations

451.025–454.950 MHz

 

Mobile Units

456.025–459.950 MHz

 

Repeater Units

460.025–464.975 MHz

 

Control Stations

465.025–469.975 MHz

Note: Remote control stations and mobile units operate at 5 MHz higher than their associated base stations and relay repeater units.

SPECIFIED INTERVALS

Frequencies in different bands are accessible only at specific intervals. For ex- ample:

Band Type

Specified Interval

 

 

VHF, HAM, and Government

5.0 kHz steps

All Others

12.5 kHz steps

Aircraft

25.0 kHz steps

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Radio Shack PRO-2048 Specified Intervals, Primary Usage, VHF Band Activities Frequencies, UHF Band Activities Frequencies

PRO-2048 specifications

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The scanner is equipped with 100 programmable channels, enabling users to store their favorite frequencies for quick access. Its advanced scanning capabilities include a priority channel feature, which allows the user to monitor a specific channel while scanning others. This ensures that no important communication is missed, making it a valuable tool for those who need to stay informed about critical events.

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Another notable characteristic of the PRO-2048 is its backlit LCD display, which provides easy visibility in low-light conditions. The intuitive user interface allows for straightforward navigation, making programming and accessing frequencies a breeze even for beginners.

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