PRO-92 Handheld Scanner
(200-0522A)                Preparation                Faxback Doc. # 61679

Power Sources

You can power your scanner from any of three sources:

  Internal non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries (not 
  supplied - see "Using Batteries," below).

  Standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter - see "Using AC Power,"
  below).

  Vehicle power (with an optional DC adapter - see "Using Vehicle Power,"
  below).

Notes: Connecting an AC or DC adapter to the scanner disconnects internal 
       batteries when you use the supplied non-rechargeable battery holder
       but it does not disconnect internal batteries when you use the
       supplied rechargeable battery holder.

       If you install the rechargeable battery holder, you can operate the
       scanner and recharge the rechargeable batteries at the same time.
       See "Using Batteries" and "Charging Rechargeable Batteries," below.

       If the scanner stops working properly after connecting it to power,
       try resetting it.  See "Resetting/Initializing the Scanner" in
       Faxback Doc. # 61685.

Using Batteries

You can power the scanner with six AA batteries. For the longest operation 
and best performance, we recommend alkaline batteries, available at your 
local RadioShack store. 

You can use either the supplied non-rechargeable black battery holder, or 
the supplied rechargeable yellow battery holder.  If you use the 
rechargeable battery holder, we recommend RadioShack nickel-cadmium or 
nickel-metal hydride batteries.

WARNING: Never install non-rechargeable batteries in the rechargeable 
         yellow battery holder.  Non-rechargeable batteries can get hot 
         or explode if you try to recharge them.

Note: You must charge rechargeable batteries before you use them the first
      time.  See "Charging Rechargeable Batteries" below.

Follow these steps to install the batteries.

1.  Press down on the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the 
    scanner and slide the cover in the direction of the arrow to remove it 

2.  Pull out and slide the battery holder out of the battery compartment.

3.  Insert six AA batteries in the battery holder as indicated by the 
    polarity symbols (+ and -) marked on the holder.

    CAUTIONS: Use only fresh batteries of the required size and 
              recommended type.

              Always remove old or weak batteries.  Batteries can leak 
              chemicals that destroy electronic circuits.

              Do not mix and old and new batteries, different types of 
              batteries (alkaline or rechargeable) or rechargeable
              batteries of different capacities.

4.  Slide the battery holder into the compartment.

    CAUTION: The battery holder fits only one way.  Do not force it. 

5.  Replace the cover.

When battery power is low, Low Battery! appears and the scanner beeps 
continuously.  When battery power is depleted, the scanner turns itself 
off.  Replace all six non-rechargeable batteries, or recharge the 
rechargeable batteries.  See "Charging Rechargeable Batteries," below.

WARNING: Always dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.  Do not 
         bury or burn them.

CAUTION: If you do not plan to use the scanner with batteries for a month 
         or longer, remove the batteries.  Batteries can leak chemicals 
         that can destroy electronic parts.

Charging Rechargeable Batteries

Your scanner has a built-in charging circuit that lets you charge 
rechargeable batteries (not supplied) while they are in the scanner.  To 
charge rechargeable batteries connect an appropriate AC or DC adapter to 
the PWR DC 9V jack.  We recommend RadioShack rechargeable batteries. 

Note: To charge batteries with a DC adapter from a DC power source, you 
      must use RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1825 and a size H Adaptaplug 
      (neither supplied) available at your local RadioShack store. Make 
      sure the adapter's voltage is set to 10V.

It takes between 14-16 hours to recharge rechargeable batteries that are
fully discharged.  You can operate the scanner while recharging the 
rechargeable batteries, but charging takes longer.

Notes: The scanner can charge Ni-MH batteries, however, these batteries 
       require more than 24 hours to charge.  We recommend using an
       external quick charger for Ni-MH batteries.

       Additional charging time is required for high-capacity rechargeable
       batteries.

       Rechargeable batteries last longer and deliver more power if you 
       let them fully discharge once a month.  To do this, use the scanner
       until Low Battery! appears on the display.  Then fully charge the
       rechargeable batteries. 

IMPORTANT: This scanner can use nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries. At
           the end of a nickel-cadmium battery's useful life, it must be
           recycled or disposed of properly.  Contact your local, county,
           or state hazardous waste management authorities for information
           on recycling or disposal programs in your area.  Some options
           that might be available are: municipal curbside collection,
           drop-off boxes at retailers such as your local RadioShack store
           recycling collection centers, and mail-back programs.

Using AC Power

You can power the scanner using a 9V, 300 mA AC adapter and a size H 
Adaptaplug (neither supplied).  We recommend RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1767 
(available at your local RadioShack store.)

CAUTIONS: You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 9V DC and 
          delivers at least 300 mA. Its center tip must be set to negative
          and its plug must fit the scanner's PWR DC 9V jack.  Using an
          adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the
          scanner or the adapter. 

          Always connect the AC adapter to the scanner before you connect 
          it to AC power.  When you finish, disconnect the adapter from AC
          power before you disconnect it from the scanner. 

Follow these steps to connect the adapter. 

1.  Connect the Adaptaplug to the adapter's cord with the tip set to 
    negative. 

2.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into the scanner's PWR DC 9V jack.

3.  Plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet.

Using Vehicle Power

You can power the scanner from a vehicle's 12V power source (such as a 
cigarette-lighter socket) using a 9V, 300 mA DC adapter and a size H 
Adaptaplug (neither supplied).  We recommend RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1810 
(available at your local RadioShack store). 

Note: For charging batteries with an optional DC adapter from a DC power 
      source, use RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1825 and a size H Adaptaplug 
      (available at your local RadioShack store). Make sure the adapter's
      voltage is set to 10V.

CAUTIONS: You must use a power source that supplies 9V DC and delivers at 
          least 300 mA.  Its center tip must be set to negative and its 
          plug must fit the scanner's PWR DC 9V jack.  Using an adapter 
          that does not meet these specifications could damage the scanner
          or the adapter.

          Always connect the DC adapter to the scanner before you connect 
          it to the power source. When you finish, disconnect the adapter
          from the power source before you disconnect it from the scanner. 

Follow these steps to connect the adapter.

1.  Connect the Adaptaplug to the adapter's cord with the tip set to 
    negative.

2.  Plug the adapter's barrel plug into the scanner's PWR DC 9V jack.

3.  Plug the adapter's cigarette-lighter plug into your vehicle's 
    cigarette lighter socket.

Note: If the scanner does not operate properly when you connect a DC 
      adapter, unplug the DC adapter from the cigarette-lighter socket 
      and clean the socket to remove ashes and other debris.

Connecting The Antenna

Follow these steps to attach the supplied flexible antenna to the ANT jack 
on the top of your scanner.

1.  Align the slots around the antenna's connector with the tabs on the
    ANT jack.

2.  Press the antenna down over the jack and turn the antenna's base 
    clockwise until it locks into place.

Connecting an Optional Antenna

The antenna connector on your scanner makes it easy to use the scanner 
with a variety of antennas, such as an external mobile antenna or outdoor 
base station antenna.  Your local RadioShack store sells a variety of 
antennas.

Always use 50-Ohm coaxial cable, such as RG-58 or RG-8, to connect an 
outdoor antenna.  For lengths over 50 feet use RG-8 low-loss dielectric 
coaxial cable.  If your antenna's cable does not have a BNC connector, you 
will also need a BNC adapter (also available at your local RadioShack 
store).

Follow the installation instructions supplied with the antenna, route the 
antenna cable to the scanner, then connect it to the ANT jack.

WARNING: Use extreme caution when installing or removing an outdoor 
         antenna.  If the antenna starts to fall, let it go!  It could 
         contact overhead power lines.  If the antenna touches a power 
         line, contact with the antenna, mast, cable or guy wires can 
         cause electrocution and death!  Call the power company to remove 
         the antenna.  Do not attempt to do so yourself.

Connecting An Earphone/Headphones

For private listening, you can plug an earphone or mono/stereo headphones 
(not supplied), available at your local RadioShack store, into the 
(headphone symbol) jack on top of your scanner.  This automatically 
disconnects the internal speaker.

Listening Safely

To protect your hearing, follow these guidelines when you use an earphone 
or headphones:

  Do not listen at extremely high volume levels.  Extended high-volume 
  listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.

  Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening.  After 
  you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

  Once you set the volume, do not increase it.  Over time, your ears adapt 
  to the volume level, so a volume level that does not cause discomfort 
  might still damage your hearing.

Traffic Safety

Do not wear an earphone or headphones while you drive a vehicle or ride a 
bicycle. This can create a traffic hazard and can be illegal in some areas

Even though some earphones and headphones let you hear some outside sounds 
when you listen at normal levels, they still can present a traffic hazard.

Connecting An Extension Speaker

In a noisy area, an amplified speaker (not supplied), available at your 
local RadioShack store, might provide more comfortable listening.  Plug 
the speaker cable's 1/8-inch (3.5-mm) mini-plug into your scanner's 
(headphones symbol) jack.

Note: You must use an amplified speaker with this scanner.  Non-amplified
      speakers do not provide sufficient volume for comfortable listening.

Using The Belt Clip

You can use the belt clip attached to the back of the scanner for hands
free carrying when you are on the go.  Slide the belt clip over your belt 
or waistband.

Connecting The Clone Cable 

You can transfer the programmed data to or from another PRO-92 or PRO-2067 
using the supplied clone cable.  Connect the cable between each scanner's 
PC/IF jacks. See "Cloning the Programmed Data from scanner to scanner" in 
Faxback Doc. # 61682.  You can also upload or download the programmed data 
to or from a PC using an optional PC interface kit available by special 
order from your local RadioShack store.

(GLW EB 9/8/00)

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