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[[image:PSR-310.jpg|right|150px|GRE COM PSR-310 scanning receiver]]
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NOTE: This article is a clone of the [[PSR-300]] article. This scanner was introduced
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at the 2010 Dayton Hamvention. Please use this page to document actual capabilities
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and functions  of the scanner, and keep all discussions of wish lists and rumors in
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the GRE Forum. Updates of the picture of the scanner, once released to the public,
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are solicited. Thank you for your continued support.
  
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The PSR-310 is manufactured by GRE in China.  The PSR-310 is very similar to the Mobile/Base [[PSR-410]] and uses the same software and scanner cables.
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[[image:PSR-310.jpg|right|100px|GRE COM PSR-310 scanning receiver]]
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==Preliminary Specifications==
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* '''NOTE: ''' Subject to change. If these are validated, please move them to the General Specifications section.
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Object_oriented Object oriented memory management] with 40744 objects. See the [[Object Oriented Scanning Described]] article for more information.
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*Wide Band Reception
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*Multi-System Analog Trunking
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*Expanded V-Scanner Capability
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*Exclusive Multi-Color Alert LED
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*CTCSS & DCS Decoder
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*Full Dot Matrix Bitmap LCD Display w/ White LED Backlight
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*SAME WX
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*High-Speed PC Interface
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*User Programmable CPU Firmware
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*Power-on Password protection
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*Covers 700 MHz band
  
 
==General Specifications ==
 
==General Specifications ==
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* [[Rebanding]] supported?  <span style="color: green"> YES-Enter Custom Tables </span>
 
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** See the [[Object Oriented Scanner Software]] article
 
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{|border=1
 
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|+'''Frequency Coverage'''
 
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!Frequency (MHz)
 
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!Step Size Value
 
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|25-27.405
 
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|10 kHz
 
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|27.41-29.7
 
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|5 kHZ
 
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|29.71-49.83
 
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|10 kHz
 
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|49.835-54
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|108-136.9916
 
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|8.33 kHz
 
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|137-137.995
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|138-143.9875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|144-147.995
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|148-150.7875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|150.8-150.845
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|-
 
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|150.8525-150.845
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|150.8525-154.4975
 
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|7.5 kHz
 
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|154.515-154.64
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|154.65-156.255
 
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|7.5 kHz
 
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|156.275-157.45
 
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|25 kHz
 
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|154.47-161.5725
 
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|7.5 kHz
 
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|161.6-161.975
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|162-174
 
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|12.5
 
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|216.0025-219.9975
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|220-224.995
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|225.000-379.975
 
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|25 kHz
 
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|380-419.9875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|420-450
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|450.00625-469.99375
 
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|6.25 kHz
 
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|470-512 Original
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|470-512 CPU V-1.7
 
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|6.25 kHz
 
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|764-805.996875
 
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|3.125 kHz
 
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|806-823.9875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|849-868.9875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|894-901.9875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|902-928
 
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|5 kHz
 
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|928.0125-939.9875
 
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|12.5 kHz
 
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|940-960
 
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|6.25 kHz
 
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|1240-1300
 
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|6.25 kHz
 
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|}
 
  
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* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Object_oriented Object oriented memory management]. See the [[Object Oriented Scanning Described]] article for more information.  
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'''Frequency Coverage'''
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* Built in discriminator data output in simple ASCII output using the PC/IF port
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* Object programmable LED; eight factory default colors to any color / brilliance you want by having direct access to the R-G-B drive values (including flash) to assign to talkgroups, frequencies, agencies, etc.
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Frequency (MHz)        Step Size Value
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** LATCH option; the color of the last received object stays on until reset.
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* Motorola Smartzone systems
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25-27.405              10 kHz
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** Scanner option to look for the site with the best received CC decode rate.
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27.41-29.7            5 kHZ
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(Not the same as RSSI on the Motorola rigs, but similar in operation.)
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29.71-49.83            10 kHz
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* Favorites Scan List; create a scan list tailored to your favorite object settings.
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49.835-54              5 kHz
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One button operation to get to this set.
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108-136.9916          8.33 kHz
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* [[Spectrum Sweeper]] Near field frequency capture
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137-137.995            5 kHz
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* Triple conversion
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138-143.9875          12.5 kHz
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* No Virtual Scanner Memory Management system
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144-147.995            5 kHz
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* Scan rate 60 CPS
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148-150.7875          12.5 kHz
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* Search speed 90 CPS
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150.8-150.845          5 kHz
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* User defined service search and limit search
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150.8525-150.845      5 kHz
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* Direct Tune mode
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150.8525-154.4975      7.5 kHz
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* TCXO for frequency stability
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154.515-154.64        5 kHz
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* Default Option keys; return to default setting for any menu
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154.65-156.255        7.5 kHz
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* Adaptive digital tracking (ADT)
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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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---------------------------------------------
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* Motorola [[Rebanding]] supported? {{color|red|Unknown}}
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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
 
* [[Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System|CTCSS]]/[[DCS]] abilities
 
* [[Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System|CTCSS]]/[[DCS]] abilities
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* [[Spectrum Sweeper]] (with 10 autostore channels)
 
* 16-character alpha-tagging with text entry can show ID code or service name
 
* 16-character alpha-tagging with text entry can show ID code or service name
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* L/O talkgroup ID or frequency
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* L/O ID in "open" mode
 
* ID delay
 
* ID delay
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* UNSQUELCH Delay; Delay settings before the radio unmutes audio to speaker
 
 
* Motorola [[Control Channel Only]] trunking
 
* Motorola [[Control Channel Only]] trunking
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* I-Calls, possibly displayed as hex as mentioned at Dayton Hamvention 07'
 
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* 700MHz and 380MHz Trunk Scanning
 
 
* Easy-to-read back lit control and display with back lit keypad
 
* Easy-to-read back lit control and display with back lit keypad
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* 6 search ranges/ 1 user definable search range
 
 
* Search "seek" feature
 
* Search "seek" feature
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* Tunes virtually all important bands—local marine, fire/police, Ham, CB, VHF-air, UHF-Air, racing, weather and more
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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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* Weather band with enhanced [[SAME]] Weather Alert functions and weather priority—access weather channels and alerts with the push of a button
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* 7 search ranges/ 1 user definable search range
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* Skywarn can be programmed with any number of "objects"
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* The scanner contains these preprogrammed search ranges, stored in the search bank (SR0-SR7)
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* "Multiple" Priority channels
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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
 
* Zeromatic search tuning
 
* Zeromatic search tuning
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* 20 dB [[attenuator]]
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* Per channel or global [[attenuator]]
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* Computer interface and Programming (with computer control)
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* Function key to access special modes and programming options
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* 3 function keys; softkeys, that when pressed, execute the function that is shown just above the key in the display
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* Mobile/base design with DIN-E in-dash mounting (requires separate installation kit for your vehicle)
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* 5 way navigation keys to access special modes and programming options
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* A '''cloning cable''' may be fabricated using 2 - 1/8 inch stereo jacks and shielded cable
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* 4 line x 16 character display with relative signal strength meter
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* Display of the Radio ID of the transmitting user
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*'''Verifying the firmware version'''
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*BNC connector
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* A '''cloning cable''' may be fabricated using 2 - 1/8 inch stereo jacks and shielded cable.
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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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* Please see the [[Connecting scanners via USB]] article for USB cables to connect your PC to the scanner
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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]
  
 
===RR System Compatibility===
 
===RR System Compatibility===
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** EDACS Standard (Wide)
 
** EDACS Standard (Wide)
 
** EDACS Standard Networked
 
** EDACS Standard Networked
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** EDACS Narrowband (Narrow)
 
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** EDACS Narrowband Networked
 
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** EDACS SCAT
 
 
** LTR Standard
 
** LTR Standard
  
 
*System Voices:
 
*System Voices:
 
** Analog
 
** 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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==Owner's Manuals==
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==Operating Tips==
 
==Operating Tips==
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See the [[Object Oriented Scanning tips]] article for more information
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Please see the [[PSR-300/400 Operating Tips]] article for more information  
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== Included Accessories ==
 
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* Antenna
 
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* Owners Manual
 
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* Black Non-Rechargeable Battery Holder
 
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* Yellow Rechargeable Battery Holder
 
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* AC adapter
 
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* Belt clip
 
  
 
==Recommended accessories (Not included with the radio)==
 
==Recommended accessories (Not included with the radio)==
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*[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102525 RS #20-283] Radio Shack 800MHz handheld antenna
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*[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102592 RS #273-1863] 9-Volt Vehicle DC-to-DC Adapter
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*[http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2062425 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.
 
* Replacement Belt clip - Radio Shack RSU part number 12418273. Cost is $3.49 each plus shipping. See your local Radio Shack store to order.
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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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==GRE America Support==
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==Supporting Software==
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*[http://www.butelsoftware.com ARC310] ARC310 software
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==GRE Support==
 
*[http://www.greamerica.com/support/ GRE America Support]
 
*[http://www.greamerica.com/support/ GRE America Support]
  
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==Discriminator Tap==
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==Yahoo Groups and Message Boards==
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*[http://www.radioreference.com/forums/showthread.php?t=85155 Rich Carlson's post, with pictures, discussing his tapped PSR-500]
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* [http://www.radioreference.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=117 RadioReference GRE forum]
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* There is also a built in data dump which can be enabled with "CCDump" in the Func-Global "super expert" menu which may meet many users needs when used with 3rd party software which already supports this data.  When CCDump = "Yes" most control channel and weather SAME data is dumped to the PC/IF port for use with the USB cable.  This may save soldering and warranty issues for most users.
 
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==Owners Manual==
 
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* [http://www.greamerica.com/support/index.php?_m=downloads&_a=viewdownload&downloaditemid=1024&nav=0,2,30 GRE America PSR-310 Owners Manual]
 
  
 
==FCC Type Acceptance==
 
==FCC Type Acceptance==
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* FCC Type Acceptance: ADV0713902
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==Reviews and User Opinions==
  
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== Control and Monitoring Software ==  
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== eBay Listings ==
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* [[ARC310]]
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<ebay>GRE ("PSR-301","PSR301")</ebay>
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** [http://www.butelsoftware.com ARC310 and ARC310PRO]
 
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* [http://www.starrsoft.com Win500]
 
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* [http://www.psredit.com PSREdit310]
 
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See the [[Object Oriented Scanner Software]] article for more information
 
  
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== Reviews ( PSR-310 is simular to PSR-500 but does not decode APCO25 ) ==
 
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*August 2007, Popular Communications Magazine,
 
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Tech Showcase - The GRE PSR-500 Advanced Digital Scanner by Rich Wells, N2MCA
 
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*November 2007, Monitoring Times Magazine,
 
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GRE Raises the Bar Again! MT First Look at GRE PSR-500, by Larry Van Horn, N5FPW
 
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*December 2007, Popular Communications Magazine,
 
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Programming The GRE PSR-500 Advanced Digital Scanner by Rich Wells, N2MCA
 
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*March 2008, Scanning USA Magazine,
 
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First Look The GRE PSR-500 Digital Trunking Scanner, by Steve Donnell
 
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*Review by "Sixtytwo" in the GRE Scanners forum on RadioReference
 
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[http://www.radioreference.com/forums/showthread.php?t=90851 Review by Sixtytwo]
 
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* [http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/7160#69273 EHam user reviews]
 
  
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==Related Pages==
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Return to the [[GRE Radios]] page
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* [http://marksscanners.com/106_197/106_197.shtml Easier to Read PRO106/PSR500 Manual]
 
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;{{color|red|RadioReference Links}}
 
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* [[GRE/RS Object Oriented Scanners FAQ]]
 
  
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==Yahoo Groups and Mailing Lists (receiver support)==
 
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* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PSR-310/ PSR-310 Yahoo Group]
 
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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-310","PSR310")</ebay>
 
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Return to the [[GRE Radios]] page
 
  
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[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Trunking Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Trunking Scanners]]
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[[Category:Desktop Scanners]]
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[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]
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[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
 
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[[Category:Object Oriented Scanners]]
 
 
[[Category:Rebanding Supported Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Rebanding Supported Scanners]]

Revision as of 00:23, 28 January 2011

NOTE: This article is a clone of the PSR-300 article. This scanner was introduced
at the 2010 Dayton Hamvention. Please use this page to document actual capabilities
and functions  of the scanner, and keep all discussions of wish lists and rumors in
the GRE Forum. Updates of the picture of the scanner, once released to the public,
are solicited. Thank you for your continued support.
GRE COM PSR-310 scanning receiver

Preliminary Specifications

  • NOTE: Subject to change. If these are validated, please move them to the General Specifications section.
  • Object oriented memory management with 40744 objects. See the Object Oriented Scanning Described article for more information.
  • Wide Band Reception
  • Multi-System Analog Trunking
  • Expanded V-Scanner Capability
  • Exclusive Multi-Color Alert LED
  • CTCSS & DCS Decoder
  • Full Dot Matrix Bitmap LCD Display w/ White LED Backlight
  • SAME WX
  • High-Speed PC Interface
  • User Programmable CPU Firmware
  • Power-on Password protection
  • Covers 700 MHz band

General Specifications

Frequency Coverage 

Frequency (MHz)        Step Size Value
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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
  • Motorola Rebanding supported? Unknown
  • 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

Owner's Manuals

Operating Tips

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

Recommended accessories (Not included with the radio)

  • 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.
  • Please see the Connecting scanners via USB article for USB cables to connect your PC to the scanner

Supporting Software

GRE Support

Yahoo Groups and Message Boards

FCC Type Acceptance

Reviews and User Opinions

eBay Listings


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