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Welcome to the Getting Started article for the [[Pro-94]]. This scanner, whose firmware is an Uniden clone, evolved somewhat before it was discontinued. The PRO-94
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A can trunktrack and scan conventionally within 1 pass, while the PRO-94B can be programmed via a PC (however, not controlled, contrary to the Easier to Read manual). Only 1 app is known to support the PRO-94B, as indicated below.
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Newcomers often find programming a scanner to be a daunting task. This article links to several resources to help you get started. Note that anything in blue is a link.
 
Newcomers often find programming a scanner to be a daunting task. This article links to several resources to help you get started. Note that anything in blue is a link.
  
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==Software==
 
==Software==
*[[Popular Software for Radio Shack Scanners]]
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* [http://www.scancat.com/featured-products/scancat-lite-plus.html Scancat Lite Plus]
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* [http://www.scancat.com/featured-products/combo-cd.html Scancat Lite Plus Combo]
 
*You will need a USB-serial converter to connect the PC and scanner. With RS gone, the programming cable is harder to find. See the Aftermarket Cables section of the [[Connecting scanners via USB]] article.
 
*You will need a USB-serial converter to connect the PC and scanner. With RS gone, the programming cable is harder to find. See the Aftermarket Cables section of the [[Connecting scanners via USB]] article.
  
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[[Category:Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
Newcomers often find programming a scanner to be a daunting task. This article links to several resources to help you get started. Note that anything in blue is a link.
 
 
==The Nuts and Bolts==
 
 
*If you're a newcomer, you've probably already discovered that there's a huge amount of terms that seem unfamiliar to you. Our [[:Category:RR Glossary|Glossary]] has lots of these terms, along with definitions. Just click on the term you wish to view.
 
 
*When looking at frequencies in our database, float your mouse over the column header, and you should get a balloon with a brief description of the terms and abbreviations that are used there.
 
 
*The biggest hurdle for many is the concept of trunking. Our [[Trunking Basics]] article will get you started, as well as this [[Media:Trunking description.pdf|PDF file]] written by UPMan. Note that you will need Adobe Acrobat or a compatible reader (such as Foxit) to read it.
 
 
*These scanners '''can't be upgraded''' for any of the newer protocols that are appearing; these include [[Project 25]], [[DMR]], [[MOTOTRBO]], [[EDACS Provoice]] and [[NXDN]]
 
 
 
==Related Pages==
 
* [http://www.qsl.net/ah7e/pdf/pro97-EDACS.pdf Radio Shack Pro-97 Step-By-Step EDACS Programming Guide (PDF)]
 
* [http://www.qsl.net/ah7e/pdf/pro97-LTR.pdf Radio Shack Pro-97 Step-By-Step LTR Programming Guide (PDF)]
 
* [[Programming Shortcut Pro-97]]
 
* [[Programming Shortcut pro-2055]]
 
* [[PRO-97 and PRO-2055 Tips and Tricks]]
 
* [http://marksscanners.com/97/97.shtml Easier to Read Pro-197/2055 Manual]
 
* [http://marksscanners.com/164_300/164.shtml Easier to Read Pro-163/Pro-164 PSR-300/400 Manual]
 
* [[PSR-300/400 Operating Tips]]
 
* [[Programming Shortcut Pro-163 Pro-164]]
 
 
 
==Software==
 
*[[Popular Software for Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
* [http://www.radioreference.com/radioshack/?a=order Radio Shack Scanner Programming Software Licensing]
 
** [[Radio Shack Programming Software Free Trial]]
 
** See the [[Radio Shack Scanner Programming Software Support]] article for instructions on installation and registering the software
 
* [[PSR-300/400 Software and USB Support]]
 
** Includes Pro-97, 2055, 163 and 164 support
 
*You will need a USB-serial converter to connect the PC and scanner. With RS gone, the programming cable is harder to find. See the Aftermarket Cables section of the [[Connecting scanners via USB]] article.
 
*You will also need data. If you purchase a [http://www.radioreference.com/apps/subscription/ premium subscription] you can download data from our database. Alternately you can go to your [http://forums.radioreference.com/regional-radio-discussion-forums/ state's forum] and ask for a file. Be specific as to what software you are using, as not all formats are compatible with one another.
 
 
 
 
[[Category:Programming FAQs and Tips for Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Desktop Scanners]]
 
 
[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]
 
[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]

Latest revision as of 17:11, 12 August 2019

Welcome to the Getting Started article for the Pro-94. This scanner, whose firmware is an Uniden clone, evolved somewhat before it was discontinued. The PRO-94 A can trunktrack and scan conventionally within 1 pass, while the PRO-94B can be programmed via a PC (however, not controlled, contrary to the Easier to Read manual). Only 1 app is known to support the PRO-94B, as indicated below.

Newcomers often find programming a scanner to be a daunting task. This article links to several resources to help you get started. Note that anything in blue is a link.

The Nuts and Bolts

  • If you're a newcomer, you've probably already discovered that there's a huge amount of terms that seem unfamiliar to you. Our Glossary has lots of these terms, along with definitions. Just click on the term you wish to view.
  • When looking at frequencies in our database, float your mouse over the column header, and you should get a balloon with a brief description of the terms and abbreviations that are used there.
  • The biggest hurdle for many is the concept of trunking. Our Trunking Basics article will get you started, as well as this PDF file written by UPMan. Note that you will need Adobe Acrobat or a compatible reader (such as Foxit) to read it.


Related Pages


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