PRO-24  (200-0503)            Troubleshooting          Faxback Doc. # 3366

If you have problems operating your scanner, here are some suggestions
that might help.  If the scanner still does not operate properly, contact
your local Radio Shack store for assistance.

           SYMPTOM                                SUGGESTION

    Scanner is on, but will                    Be sure SQUELCH is adjusted
    not scan                                   properly.

    Scanner scans continuously                 Check the antenna 
    and never stops on a                       (indoor or outdoor).
    transmission.

    Scanner produces a                         Signals might be blocked
    constant hissing sound.                    from being received by the
                                               scanner due to metal frames
                                               or material in the
                                               building.  Change the
                                               scanner's location and try
                                               again.

Scanner receives stations                      Check the antenna
poorly or not at all.                          (indoor or outdoor).

Scanner does not work                          Make sure the scanner is
at all.                                        connected to a working
                                               power source.

Scanner locks on frequencies                   The scanner is tuned to a
that have an unclear transmission.             "Birdie" frequency..

                                               Broadcaster is transmitting
                                               a signal type that the
                                               scanner cannot receive.
                                               Choose another frequency.

E appears on the display.                      You tried to program an
                                               incorrect frequency into
                                               the scanner.  Check the
                                               frequency and try again.

Scanner beeps every                            Replace or recharge the
15-30 seconds.                                 scanner's Batteries.

L appears on the display.

(br/all-12/02/94)