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The PSR-500 is manufactured by GRE in China.  The PSR-300 is very similar to the Mobile/Base version of the [[PSR-400]] and uses the same [[Radio Control Software|radio control software]] and cables.
 
  
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The PSR-300 is manufactured by GRE in China.
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The PSR-300 is very similar to the mobile version of the [[PSR-400]] and uses the same  software and cables. Note: This radio can not be computer controlled.
  
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==General Specifications==
 
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Frequency Range (MHz), Step (kHz)
 
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  29 -  54        5
 
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  108 -  136.9875  12.5 
 
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  137 -  174        5
 
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  216 -  224.9950  5
 
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  400 -  512        6.25
 
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  806 -  956        12.5
 
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1240 - 1300        12.5
 
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* [[Rebanding]] supported? <font color=green> Yes </font>
 
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* 1,000 Channels with 100 channel-storage banks
 
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* Multi-mode trunking (VHF, UHF, 800, 900, Motorola I/II/IIi, EDACS, LTR)
 
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* Scan rate 90cps
 
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* [[Spectrum Sweeper]] (with 10 autostore channels)
 
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* Triple-Conversion Circuitry
 
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* 10 ID lists, 10 IDs, 100 per bank; 1000 IDs total
 
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* Weather Search
 
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* Weather Alert Indicator
 
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* SAME-FIPS Digital Weather Alert
 
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* 1 programmable Skywarn channel
 
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* Two Second Scan Delay
 
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* ID Delay
 
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* EDACS Partial Talkgroups
 
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* Lock Out Function
 
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* 200 Search Lockouts
 
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* 10 Priority Channels
 
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* 10 Priority IDs per bank
 
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* Auto Backlight (light turns on when a signal is received)
 
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* Four Service Banks - Police, Aircraft, Ham, and Marine
 
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* Hypersearch/scan
 
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* 10 search banks
 
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* Direct Search
 
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* Key Lock
 
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* Data Signal Skip (skips no-modulated or data signals)
 
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* Motorola Disconnect Tone Detect (scanner tunes into data trunk channel when it receives a disconnect transmision)
 
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* Status Bits
 
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* Manual Access
 
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* Liquid Crystal Display
 
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* Display Backlight
 
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* Key Backlight
 
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* BNC Antenna connector
 
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* Memory Backup
 
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* Programming from PC/MAC (not controllable)
 
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* Key tones (for correct entry or different tones for errors)
 
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* Battery Save ( a mode to preserve power if no signal appears for 5 seconds)
 
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* 4 AA alkaline/Ni-MH batteries
 
  
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==Reviews and User Opinions==
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==General Specifications ==
  
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'''Frequency Coverage'''
  
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Frequency (MHz)        Step Size Value
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---------------------------------------------
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25-27.405              10 kHz
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27.41-29.7            5 kHZ
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29.71-49.83            10 kHz
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49.835-54              5 kHz
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108-136.9916          8.33 kHz
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137-137.995            5 kHz
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138-143.9875          12.5 kHz
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144-147.995            5 kHz
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148-150.7875          12.5 kHz
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150.8-150.845          5 kHz
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150.8525-150.845      5 kHz
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150.8525-154.4975      7.5 kHz
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154.515-154.64        5 kHz
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154.65-156.255        7.5 kHz
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156.275-157.45        25 kHz
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154.47-161.5725        7.5 kHz
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161.6-161.975          5 kHz
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162-174                12.5
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216.0025-219.9975      5 kHz
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220-224.995            5 kHz
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225.000-379.975        25 kHz
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380-419.9875          12.5 kHz
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420-450                5 kHz
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450.00625-469.99375    6.25 kHz
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470-512                12.5 kHz (6.25 kHz with CPU Firmware 1.6 or later)
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764-766.996875        3.125 kHz
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773-775.996875        3.125 kHz
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803-805.996875        3.125 kHz
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806-823.9875          12.5 kHz
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849-868.9875          12.5 kHz
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894-901.9875          12.5 kHz
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902-928                5 kHz
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928.0125-939.9875    12.5 kHz
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940-960                6.25 kHz
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1240-1300              6.25 kHz
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* Can be updated to support [[Rebanding]]? {{color|green|YES}}
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** See Sections 7.1 and 7.2 of the [[Rebanding]] article for the firmware and software links
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* 1000 channels and 1500 talkgroups in 10 banks (100 Channels, 150 talkgroups per bank)
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* 155 Preprogrammed frequencies
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* Scan rate 60 cps, search rate 75 cps
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* [[Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System|CTCSS]]/[[DCS]] abilities
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* [[Spectrum Sweeper]] (with 10 autostore channels)
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* 16-character alpha-tagging with text entry can show ID code or service name
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* L/O ID in "open" mode
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* ID delay
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* Motorola [[Control Channel Only]] trunking
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* Easy-to-read back lit control and display with back lit keypad
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* Search "seek" feature
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* Tunes virtually all important bands—local marine, fire/police, Ham, CB, VHF-air, racing, weather, Railroad, and more
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* 7 search ranges/ 1 user definable search range
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* The scanner contains these preprogrammed search ranges, stored in the search bank (SR0-SR7)
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* Bank Band
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* SR0 Marine
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* SR1 CB
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* SR2 FRS/GMRS/MURS
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* SR3 Public Safety
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* SR4 Aircraft (Civil and Mil-Air segments)
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* SR5 Amateur Bands
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* SR6 Railroad
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* SR7 Limit search (User changeable)
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* Weather band with [[SAME]] Weather Alert and weather priority—access weather channels and alerts with the push of a button
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* 1 Priority channel
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* Zeromatic search tuning
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* Per channel or global [[attenuator]]
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* Function key to access special modes and programming options
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* Mobile/base design with DIN-E in-dash mounting (requires separate installation kit for your vehicle)
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* A '''cloning cable''' may be fabricated using 2 - 1/8 inch stereo jacks and shielded cable
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*'''Verifying the firmware version'''
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You can verify the version of firmware currently active in the PSR-300 by pressing the 3 key during
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the “Welcome” screen.
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Future firmware upgrades can be installed by downloading and running an upgrade program via the [http://www.greamerica.com/support/ GRE America support page]
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===RR System Compatibility===
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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:
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* System Types:
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** Motorola Type I
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** Motorola Type II
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** Motorola Type IIi Hybrid
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** Motorola Type II Smartnet
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** Motorola Type II Smartzone
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** Motorola Type II Smartzone Omnilink
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** EDACS Standard (Wide)
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** EDACS Standard Networked
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** LTR Standard
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*System Voices:
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** Analog
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==Included Accessories==
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*Antenna
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*Owners Manual
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*Preprogrammed frequency guide
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*Black non-chargeable battery holder
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*Yellow rechargeable battery holder
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*Belt clip
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==Related Pages==
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* [http://new.marksscanners.com/164_300/164.shtml Easier to Read PSR300/400 Manual]
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* [[Getting Started with your PRO-97 and PRO-2055]]
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* The following are available at the [http://www.greamerica.com/ GRE America] website
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** CPU Firmware Version 1.08
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** User Manual
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==Operating Tips==
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Please see the [[PSR-300/400 Operating Tips]] article for more information
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==Recommended accessories (Not included with the radio)==
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* Please see the [[Connecting scanners via USB]] article for USB cables to connect your PC to the scanner
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* '''Note''': These model numbers are no longer found on the RS website. They are used here for reference only
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**RS #273-1863 9-Volt Vehicle DC-to-DC Adapter
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**RS #273-1706 Adaptaplug C - Needed for the above adapter
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** Replacement Belt clip - Radio Shack RSU part number 12418273. Cost is $3.49 each plus shipping. See your local Radio Shack store to order.
  
  
 
==Supporting Software==
 
==Supporting Software==
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* [http://www.starrsoft.com/ Starrsoft WinXXX]
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Please see the [[PSR-300/400 Software and USB Support]] article for more information
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* [http://www.butel.nl/ ARC software for PSR-300 *tenitive*]
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==Message Boards/forums==
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* {{Forum|gre-scanners.117|RadioReference GRE}}
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/448987651918830 Radio Scanner World]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/667031203353717 Radio Scanners]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/4188584134 Scanner Enthusiasts]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2889562301118379 Radio Scanner Help and Chat]
  
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==Yahoo Groups and Message Boards==
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==FCC Type Acceptance==
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* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PSR-300/ PSR-300 Yahoo group]
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* [http://tinyurl.com/38jzec FCC Type Acceptance: ADV0609]
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* [http://www.radioreference.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=117 RadioReference GRE forum]
 
  
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== eBay Listings == 
 
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<ebay>GRE ("PSR-300","PSR300")</ebay>
 
  
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==PSR-300 Scanners for Sale== 
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*[[PSR-300 eBay Listings]]
  
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Return to [[GRE Scanners]]
 
  
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Return to the [[GRE Scanners]] page
  
  
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
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[[Category:Trunking Scanners]]
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[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]
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[[Category:Digital Trunktrackers]]
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[[Category:Rebanding Supported Scanners]]
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[[Category:GRE Scanners]]
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[[Category:Radio Models]]

Latest revision as of 08:28, 9 April 2021

GRE COM PSR-300 scanning receiver

The PSR-300 is manufactured by GRE in China. The PSR-300 is very similar to the mobile version of the PSR-400 and uses the same software and cables. Note: This radio can not be computer controlled.


General Specifications

Frequency Coverage 

Frequency (MHz)        Step Size Value
---------------------------------------------
25-27.405              10 kHz
27.41-29.7             5 kHZ
29.71-49.83            10 kHz
49.835-54              5 kHz
108-136.9916           8.33 kHz
137-137.995            5 kHz
138-143.9875           12.5 kHz
144-147.995            5 kHz
148-150.7875           12.5 kHz
150.8-150.845          5 kHz
150.8525-150.845       5 kHz
150.8525-154.4975      7.5 kHz
154.515-154.64         5 kHz
154.65-156.255         7.5 kHz
156.275-157.45         25 kHz
154.47-161.5725        7.5 kHz
161.6-161.975          5 kHz
162-174                12.5
216.0025-219.9975      5 kHz
220-224.995            5 kHz
225.000-379.975        25 kHz
380-419.9875           12.5 kHz
420-450                5 kHz
450.00625-469.99375    6.25 kHz
470-512                12.5 kHz (6.25 kHz with CPU Firmware 1.6 or later)
764-766.996875         3.125 kHz
773-775.996875         3.125 kHz
803-805.996875         3.125 kHz
806-823.9875           12.5 kHz
849-868.9875           12.5 kHz
894-901.9875           12.5 kHz
902-928                5 kHz
928.0125-939.9875     12.5 kHz
940-960                6.25 kHz
1240-1300              6.25 kHz
  • Can be updated to support Rebanding? YES
    • See Sections 7.1 and 7.2 of the Rebanding article for the firmware and software links
  • 1000 channels and 1500 talkgroups in 10 banks (100 Channels, 150 talkgroups per bank)
  • 155 Preprogrammed frequencies
  • Scan rate 60 cps, search rate 75 cps
  • CTCSS/DCS abilities
  • Spectrum Sweeper (with 10 autostore channels)
  • 16-character alpha-tagging with text entry can show ID code or service name
  • L/O ID in "open" mode
  • ID delay
  • Motorola Control Channel Only trunking
  • Easy-to-read back lit control and display with back lit keypad
  • Search "seek" feature
  • Tunes virtually all important bands—local marine, fire/police, Ham, CB, VHF-air, racing, weather, Railroad, and more
  • 7 search ranges/ 1 user definable search range
* The scanner contains these preprogrammed search ranges, stored in the search bank (SR0-SR7)
* Bank Band
* SR0 Marine
* SR1 CB
* SR2 FRS/GMRS/MURS
* SR3 Public Safety
* SR4 Aircraft (Civil and Mil-Air segments)
* SR5 Amateur Bands
* SR6 Railroad
* SR7 Limit search (User changeable)
  • Weather band with SAME Weather Alert and weather priority—access weather channels and alerts with the push of a button
  • 1 Priority channel
  • Zeromatic search tuning
  • Per channel or global attenuator
  • Function key to access special modes and programming options
  • Mobile/base design with DIN-E in-dash mounting (requires separate installation kit for your vehicle)
  • A cloning cable may be fabricated using 2 - 1/8 inch stereo jacks and shielded cable
  • Verifying the firmware version

You can verify the version of firmware currently active in the PSR-300 by pressing the 3 key during the “Welcome” screen.

Future firmware upgrades can be installed by downloading and running an upgrade program via the GRE America support page

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
    • LTR Standard
  • System Voices:
    • Analog

Included Accessories

  • Antenna
  • Owners Manual
  • Preprogrammed frequency guide
  • Black non-chargeable battery holder
  • Yellow rechargeable battery holder
  • Belt clip


Related Pages

Operating Tips

Please see the PSR-300/400 Operating Tips article for more information


Recommended accessories (Not included with the radio)

  • Please see the Connecting scanners via USB article for USB cables to connect your PC to the scanner
  • Note: These model numbers are no longer found on the RS website. They are used here for reference only
    • RS #273-1863 9-Volt Vehicle DC-to-DC Adapter
    • RS #273-1706 Adaptaplug C - Needed for the above adapter
    • Replacement Belt clip - Radio Shack RSU part number 12418273. Cost is $3.49 each plus shipping. See your local Radio Shack store to order.


Supporting Software

Please see the PSR-300/400 Software and USB Support article for more information


Message Boards/forums

FCC Type Acceptance


PSR-300 Scanners for Sale


Return to the GRE Scanners page

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