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[[image:Pro160.jpg|right|350px|Radio Shack Pro-160 scanning receiver]]
 
[[image:Pro160.jpg|right|350px|Radio Shack Pro-160 scanning receiver]]
  
The Pro-160 was manufactured by Uniden for Radio Shack.  The Pro-160 is the base/mobile version of the [[Pro-162]] and uses the same [[Radio Control Software|radio programming software]] and cables.
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The Pro-160 was manufactured by Uniden Japan for Radio Shack.  The Pro-160 is the base/mobile version of the [[Pro-162]] and uses the same software and cables.
Note: This radio can not be PC controlled.
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Note: This radio cannot be computer controlled.
  
  
 
==General Specifications==
 
==General Specifications==
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===Frequency===
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{|border=1
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|-
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!Frequency Range (MHz)
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!Fixed Step Size
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!Fixed Mode
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|-
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|25.0000 - 27.9950
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|5 kHz
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|AM
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|-
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|28.0000 - 54.0000
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|5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|108.0000 - 136.9875
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|12.5 kHz
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|AM
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|-
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|137.0000 - 174.0000
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|5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|179.7500 - 215.7500
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|6 MHz
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|WFM
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|-
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|216.0000 - 224.9950
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|5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|225.0000 - 399.9875
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|12.5 kHz
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|AM
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|-
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|400.0000 - 512.0000
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|6.25 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|764.0000 - 775.9875
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|12.5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|794.0000 - 823.9875
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|12.5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|849.0125 - 868.9875
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|12.5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|894.0125 - 956.0000
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|12.5 kHz
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|FM
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|-
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|1240.0000 - 1300.0000
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|12.5 kHz
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|FM
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|}
  
Frequency Coverage
 
 
25.0000-54.0000 (in 5 kHz steps)
 
108.0000-136.9875 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
137.0000-174.0000 (in 5 kHz steps)
 
179.7500 - 215.7500 ( in 6 MHz steps)
 
216.0000-224.9950 (in 5 kHz steps)
 
225.0000-399.9875 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
400.0000-512.0000 (in 6.25 kHz steps)
 
764.0000-775.9875 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
794.0000-823.9875 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
849.0125-868.9875 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
894.0125-956.0000 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
1240.0000-1300.0000 (in 12.5 kHz steps)
 
  
 
===Features===
 
===Features===
* [[Rebanding]] supported? <span style="color: green"> YES </span> 
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* Can be updated to support [[Rebanding]]? {{color|green|YES}} '''Enter custom tables'''
* 1,000 Channels with 20 channel-storage banks, 50 channels per bank
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** [http://www.radioreference.com/forums/showthread.php?t=128378&page=2 RR Forum Thread for PRO-162 Tables Problem]
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* 1,000 channel capacity with 20 banks of 50 channels per bank
 
* Multi-mode trunking (VHF, UHF, 800, 900, Motorola I/II/IIi, EDACS, LTR)
 
* Multi-mode trunking (VHF, UHF, 800, 900, Motorola I/II/IIi, EDACS, LTR)
* Motorola [[Control Channel Only]] scanning option in menu with selectable plan for 800/900 mHz systems but only one site or system can be programmed per bank
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* Motorola [[Control Channel Only]] scanning option in menu with selectable plan for 800/900 MHz systems (one system or site per bank)
* Scan rate 90cps
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* Scan speed 90 channels per second
* [[Signal stalker]] I (with 10 autostore channels)
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* Search speed 90 steps per second (270 steps per second Hypersearch in 5 kHz bands)
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* [[Signal stalker]] I (with 10 autostore channels) & Selectable Voice Interrupt (AKA: Close Call Do Not Disturb)
 
* Triple-Conversion Circuitry
 
* Triple-Conversion Circuitry
 
* 10 ID lists, 10 IDs, 100 per bank; 4000 IDs total
 
* 10 ID lists, 10 IDs, 100 per bank; 4000 IDs total
* Ten Scan Lists
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* 16 character alpha tags
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* [[Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System|CTCSS]]/[[DCS]] abilities
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* 20 Scan Bank Lists
 
* Weather Search
 
* Weather Search
 
* Weather Alert Indicator
 
* Weather Alert Indicator
 
* SAME-FIPS Digital Weather Alert
 
* SAME-FIPS Digital Weather Alert
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* 10 programmable Skywarn channels
 
* Two Second Scan Delay
 
* Two Second Scan Delay
 
* ID Delay
 
* ID Delay
 
* EDACS Partial Talkgroups
 
* EDACS Partial Talkgroups
 
* Lock Out Function
 
* Lock Out Function
* 200 Search Lockouts
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* 200 Search Lockouts (chain, fine tune, service search, or Signal Stalker I)
* 10 Priority Channels
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* 20 Priority Channels (1 per bank)
* 10 Priority IDs per bank
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* 10 Priority TGIDs per bank
* Four Service Banks - Police, Aircraft, Ham, and Marine
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* 6 Service Bank Searches - Marine, CB band, FRS/GMRS/MURS, Police (Fire/Emergency), Aircraft and Ham
* Hypersearch
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* 10 customizable chain search banks
* Hyperscan
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* Fine Tune Search
* Direct Search
 
* Key Lock
 
 
* Memory Lock
 
* Memory Lock
 
* Data Signal Skip (skips no-modulated or data signals)
 
* Data Signal Skip (skips no-modulated or data signals)
* Disconnect Tone Detect (scanner tunes into data trunk channel when it receives a disconnect transmission)
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* Motorola Disconnect Tone Detect
* Status Bits
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* Motorola Status Bits
 
* Manual Access
 
* Manual Access
 
* Liquid Crystal Display
 
* Liquid Crystal Display
* Display Backlight-On, Dimmer, Off
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* Display and Keypad Backlight - On, Dimmed, Off
* Key Backlight
 
 
* BNC Antenna connector
 
* BNC Antenna connector
 
* Memory Backup
 
* Memory Backup
 
* Programming from PC/MAC (not controllable)
 
* Programming from PC/MAC (not controllable)
 
* Key tones (for correct entry or different tones for errors)
 
* Key tones (for correct entry or different tones for errors)
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* Can be cloned from another Pro-160 or the [[Pro-162]] using a 1/8" to 1/8" mono cable
  
 
===RR System Compatibility===
 
===RR System Compatibility===
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** Analog
 
** Analog
  
==Reviews and User Opinions==
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==Included Accessories==
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* Antenna (telescoping right-angle with BNC connector)
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* AC adapter
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* DC cable with fuse
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* DIN sleeve and removal keys (2)
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* Mounting bracket with knobs (2), lock washers (2), screws (2) and rubber feet (4)
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* User's guide
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* Quick Start guide
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* Preprogrammed frequency list
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==Reference==
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*To reset the scanner (erases all programming):
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**1. Turn off the scanner.
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**2. While holding down 2, 9 and PSE, turn on the scanner. "Initializing… Please wait" appears for about 5 seconds as the scanner clears its memory.
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*To restore the preprogrammed frequencies (overwrites user programming):
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**1. Turn off the scanner.
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**2. While holding down 3 and ENT/PGM, turn on the scanner. After several seconds, the scanner restores the frequencies.
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*To display the firmware version:
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**1. Turn off the scanner.
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**2. While holding down 2, 4, and 9, turn on the scanner. The firmware version and checksum will be displayed, followed by the scanner automatically cycling power and returning to normal operation.
  
 
==Related Pages==
 
==Related Pages==
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* [[Programming Your Radio Shack Scanner]]
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* [[Pro-160 Discriminator Tap]]
  
 
==Manuals==
 
==Manuals==
* [http://rsk.imageg.net/graphics/uc/rsk/Support/ProductManuals/2000160_PM_EN.pdf Radio Shack Owners Manual]
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* Pro-160 Owners Manual (PDF)
* [http://rsk.imageg.net/graphics/uc/rsk/Support/ProductManuals/2000160_QS_EN.pdf Quick Start Guide]
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* Pro-160 Quick Start Guide (PDF)
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* Pro-160 Preprogrammed Frequency List (PDF)
  
 
==Supporting Software==
 
==Supporting Software==
* [http://www.butelsoftware.com BuTel ARC160 software]
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* [http://www.butel.nl/products/arc160/arc160.html BuTel ARC160 software]
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** [http://www.radioreference.com/radioshack/?a=order Special RadioReference/RS Licensing]
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** Also see the [[Radio Shack Programming Software Free Trial]] article for RRDB Download instructions during the trial period.
 
* [http://www.scancat.com/scancat-lite-plus.html Scancat Lite Plus]
 
* [http://www.scancat.com/scancat-lite-plus.html Scancat Lite Plus]
* [http://www.greamerica.com/scanner_accessories.html GRE USB programming Cable]
 
  
==Yahoo Groups and Message Boards==
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==Message Boards / Forums==
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PRO-160/ PRO-160 Yahoo group]
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* {{Forum|radio-shack-scanners.81|RadioReference Radio Shack}}
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PRO-160-162/ Pro-160/162 Yahoo group]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/448987651918830 Radio Scanner World]
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PRO-433/ PRO-433 Yahoo group]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/667031203353717 Radio Scanners]
* [http://www.radioreference.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=81 Radio Reference Radio Shack Forum]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/4188584134 Scanner Enthusiasts]
* [http://strongsignals.net/access/forums/viewforum.php?f=12 Strong Signals Radio Shack Message board]
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/2889562301118379 Radio Scanner Help and Chat]
* [http://rsproscanners.proboards22.com/index.cgi Radio Shack PRO scanners message board]
 
  
 
==FCC Type Acceptance==
 
==FCC Type Acceptance==
 
* [http://tinyurl.com/2lmrmv FCC Type Acceptance: AMWUB351 ]
 
* [http://tinyurl.com/2lmrmv FCC Type Acceptance: AMWUB351 ]
  
== eBay Listings ==
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==Pro-160 Scanners for Sale==
<ebay>Radio Shack ("PRO-160","PRO160")</ebay>
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*[[Pro-160 eBay Listings]]
  
  
 
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[[Category:Radio Shack Scanners]]
[[Category:Trunking Scanners]]
 
 
[[Category:Desktop Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Desktop Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Mobile Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Mobile Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]
 
[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]
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[[Category:Rebanding Supported Scanners]]
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[[Category:Radio Models]]

Latest revision as of 09:50, 9 April 2021

Radio Shack Pro-160 scanning receiver

The Pro-160 was manufactured by Uniden Japan for Radio Shack. The Pro-160 is the base/mobile version of the Pro-162 and uses the same software and cables.

Note: This radio cannot be computer controlled.


General Specifications

Frequency

Frequency Range (MHz) Fixed Step Size Fixed Mode
25.0000 - 27.9950 5 kHz AM
28.0000 - 54.0000 5 kHz FM
108.0000 - 136.9875 12.5 kHz AM
137.0000 - 174.0000 5 kHz FM
179.7500 - 215.7500 6 MHz WFM
216.0000 - 224.9950 5 kHz FM
225.0000 - 399.9875 12.5 kHz AM
400.0000 - 512.0000 6.25 kHz FM
764.0000 - 775.9875 12.5 kHz FM
794.0000 - 823.9875 12.5 kHz FM
849.0125 - 868.9875 12.5 kHz FM
894.0125 - 956.0000 12.5 kHz FM
1240.0000 - 1300.0000 12.5 kHz FM


Features

  • Can be updated to support Rebanding? YES Enter custom tables
  • 1,000 channel capacity with 20 banks of 50 channels per bank
  • Multi-mode trunking (VHF, UHF, 800, 900, Motorola I/II/IIi, EDACS, LTR)
  • Motorola Control Channel Only scanning option in menu with selectable plan for 800/900 MHz systems (one system or site per bank)
  • Scan speed 90 channels per second
  • Search speed 90 steps per second (270 steps per second Hypersearch in 5 kHz bands)
  • Signal stalker I (with 10 autostore channels) & Selectable Voice Interrupt (AKA: Close Call Do Not Disturb)
  • Triple-Conversion Circuitry
  • 10 ID lists, 10 IDs, 100 per bank; 4000 IDs total
  • 16 character alpha tags
  • CTCSS/DCS abilities
  • 20 Scan Bank Lists
  • Weather Search
  • Weather Alert Indicator
  • SAME-FIPS Digital Weather Alert
  • 10 programmable Skywarn channels
  • Two Second Scan Delay
  • ID Delay
  • EDACS Partial Talkgroups
  • Lock Out Function
  • 200 Search Lockouts (chain, fine tune, service search, or Signal Stalker I)
  • 20 Priority Channels (1 per bank)
  • 10 Priority TGIDs per bank
  • 6 Service Bank Searches - Marine, CB band, FRS/GMRS/MURS, Police (Fire/Emergency), Aircraft and Ham
  • 10 customizable chain search banks
  • Fine Tune Search
  • Memory Lock
  • Data Signal Skip (skips no-modulated or data signals)
  • Motorola Disconnect Tone Detect
  • Motorola Status Bits
  • Manual Access
  • Liquid Crystal Display
  • Display and Keypad Backlight - On, Dimmed, Off
  • BNC Antenna connector
  • Memory Backup
  • Programming from PC/MAC (not controllable)
  • Key tones (for correct entry or different tones for errors)
  • Can be cloned from another Pro-160 or the Pro-162 using a 1/8" to 1/8" mono cable

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

Included Accessories

  • Antenna (telescoping right-angle with BNC connector)
  • AC adapter
  • DC cable with fuse
  • DIN sleeve and removal keys (2)
  • Mounting bracket with knobs (2), lock washers (2), screws (2) and rubber feet (4)
  • User's guide
  • Quick Start guide
  • Preprogrammed frequency list

Reference

  • To reset the scanner (erases all programming):
    • 1. Turn off the scanner.
    • 2. While holding down 2, 9 and PSE, turn on the scanner. "Initializing… Please wait" appears for about 5 seconds as the scanner clears its memory.
  • To restore the preprogrammed frequencies (overwrites user programming):
    • 1. Turn off the scanner.
    • 2. While holding down 3 and ENT/PGM, turn on the scanner. After several seconds, the scanner restores the frequencies.
  • To display the firmware version:
    • 1. Turn off the scanner.
    • 2. While holding down 2, 4, and 9, turn on the scanner. The firmware version and checksum will be displayed, followed by the scanner automatically cycling power and returning to normal operation.

Related Pages

Manuals

  • Pro-160 Owners Manual (PDF)
  • Pro-160 Quick Start Guide (PDF)
  • Pro-160 Preprogrammed Frequency List (PDF)

Supporting Software

Message Boards / Forums

FCC Type Acceptance

Pro-160 Scanners for Sale


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