Pro-2055

The Pro-2055 was manufactured for Radio Shack by GRE America Inc

The same scanner as the Pro-97 but as a base/mobile. Trunk tracker three technology. Can use Win97 to program with your computer. Note that due to firmware limitations, computer control is not possible.

This unit can be used as a desktop scanner or mounted in a vehicle.* Alphanumeric display shows ID code or can be programmed with service name. Backlit display and keypad for low-light use. Clones with the popular PRO-97 handheld scanner (#20-527).

Also see the Pro-97 page. All utilities and links listed there also apply to the PRO-2055.

General Specifications

Features

Can be updated to support Rebanding? NO

A cloning cable may be fabricated using 2 1/8 inch mono jacks and shielded cable

1000-channel memory divided into ten banks lets you store up to 1000 frequencies

5 ID lists, 30 IDs per list, 150 IDs per bank

Adjustable ID delay

Lock out IDs in 'open' mode

150+ most popular national frequencies preprogrammed

Covers most popular 800MHz triple-trunking police/fire/emergency systems in most metropolitan areas

UHF, 800, 900, Motorola, LTR, EDACS (GE/Ericsson) capability

Use as a desktop scanner or mount in, under or on dash of vehicle* with included DIN-E hardware

Signal stalker II—searches for nearby frequency transmissions within approximately 1000 feet of the radio. Scanner will automatically jump to nearby transmission and display frequency

Skywarn button—hear storm reports from spotters near your location minutes before they are broadcast on TV or radio. (requires one-time programming of one frequency into memory)

Weather priority

Motorola Control Channel Only trunking

16 character alphanumeric display can display ID code or service name

Backlit display and keypad

Clones to another 2055 or the popular PRO-97 handheld scanner—download information on the handheld to the desktop scanner, no need to program separately

CTCSS/DCS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System/Digital Coded Squelch) receive and detect

1 priority channel

Specifications

Frequencies: 25-54, 108-136.99166, 137-174, 216.0025-225, 225-406, 406-512, 800-960 (except cellular), 1240-1300MHz

FM/AM/PL/DPL mode, user selectable

Triple conversion

60-channel scan per second, 75-step search per second

5, 6.26, 7.5, 8.333, 12.5, 25KHz step (preset by band - not user selectable)

50-frequency search skip

Air, police-fire, Ham, Marine, WX, FRS/GMRS/MURS and CB service search

WX and SAME alert with FIPS operation—get alerts for only your county (will not alert in SAME mode unless you have entered the FIPS code for your county)

PC interface

20dB attenuator (global or by-channel)

Lock out, lock out review, delay and reset

EPPROM memory backup—will not lose programming if power is lost

Dimensions (LWH): 7.2x5.3x2.2" (18.29x13.46x5.59cm)

Includes AC and DC adapters for desktop or vehicle* use

Takes ADAPTAPLUG type "T" for power supply - now discontinued at Radio Shack.

RR System Compatibility

This scanner is compatible with the following Trunking System Types and System Voices used in the RadioReference Database, of course you must verify that the scanner will cover the appropriate frequency range:

System Types:
- Motorola Type I
- Motorola Type II
- Motorola Type IIi Hybrid
- Motorola Type II Smartnet
- Motorola Type II Smartzone
- Motorola Type II Smartzone Omnilink
- EDACS Standard (Wide)
- EDACS Standard Networked
- EDACS SCAT
- LTR Standard

System Voices:
- Analog

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Discriminator Tap for PRO-2055

Use a 10K ohm 1/4watt resistor soldered to TP4 to the tip of a case mount 3.5mm (1/8 inch) metal mono jack. Use a .002 uF ceramic capacitor between ground and the tip of the jack.

Pro-2055 Discriminator Tap

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