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==General Specifications==
GRE manufactured for Radio Shack HH multi system trunker.  DOES require proper programming of LCN's on LTR systems. Uses [http://www.starrsoft.com/software/win97/default.asp Win97] to program. Due to firmware limitations, computer control of this radio is not possible.


http://tinypic.com/ejbq03.gif  [[Image:Pro97display2.jpg|Pro-97 Display Scanning]]  [[Image:Pro97Keys.JPG]]  [[Image:Pro-97.jpg|Pro-97 Display Hold]]   



High-performance, extended-coverage scanner has the ability to scan both trunked and conventional channels at the same time. Program up to 100 frequencies in banks of 10. This allows you to organize frequencies for easier access. For example, race frequencies in Bank 1, police/fire/emergency in Bank 2, etc. Triple-trunking lets you follow a signal in virtually any market that uses an analog trunking system. Most major metropolitan areas utilize trunked systems. Signal Stalker II searches for nearby frequency transmissions and lets you hear a nearby radio without knowing its frequency. Skywarn lets you hear local trained severe weather observers calling in their reports. Hear severe weather 3-4 minutes before it is rebroadcast on NOAA weather radio frequencies and 4-10 minutes before you'd get the same warning on local radio or TV. Built-in search for Police/Fire, Air, CB, Ham Radio, FRS, GMRS and more. 

'''PRODUCT FEATURES''' 
* [[Rebanding]] supported? <font color=green> YES </font> '''However:''' it appears that the scanner must be returned to Tandy for a retrofit
* See this [http://www.strongsignals.net/access/news/news.cgi?type=single&section=radio&entry=1510 article] on the Strong Signals website for more information
* [[Discriminator output]] modifiable? <font color=green> YES </font> see this [http://www.idascan.com/radio-shack-pro-97-discriminator-tap-mod/ article] on the IdaScan.com site for instructions

• 1000 channels 

• 1500 ID Memories

• Triple-trunking 

• 16 Character Alpha-numeric display for ID tagging allows frequencies to be easily identified by the name you assign to them 

• Lighted keypad for use in low light 

• Signal Stalker II
 
• Skywarn 

• AM/FM mode selector 

• 20dB attenuator 

• Digital weather alert indicates watch, warning, statement or test statement along with seven preprogrammed NOAA WX stations 

• Five service search keys for marine, fire/police, air, CB and Ham bands 

• One priority channel 

• PC interface, cloning 

• Key lock for safety
 
• Key tone on/off 

• Low battery indication 

• Frequency lock-out 

• Power save 

• EEPROM memory backup 

• Three power options: 4 "AA" batteries (not included), 150mA rechargeable batteries (not included), 9V AC/DC power adapter (not included) 

• Can use AC adapter #273-1767/C and DC adapter #273-1863/C 

• Two battery cases—one for alkaline and the other for rechargeable batteries 

• Rotary volume control with switch and rotary squelch control 

• Jacks: earphone, PC interface/cloning and external power 

• BNC antenna connector 

• Includes belt clip, 6" flexible rubber antenna and two battery cases 

• Triple conversion Superheterodyne receiver virtually eliminates image-type interference 

• Frequency Coverage: 25-54, 108-136.9875, 137-174, 216.0025-221.9975, 222-225, 225.025-405.975, 406-512, 806-960 (excluding cellular) and 1240-1300MHz 

• Scanner includes: detachable flexible antenna, belt clip, two battery holders 

• Size: (less antenna) 6-1/2x2-5/8x1-3/4" 

• Includes: VHF Lo/Hi, UHF, VHF-Air, 800MHz, Dual-Trunking, Extended Coverage

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

Also see the [[Pro-2055]] page for additional links.

==Reviews and User Opinions==
* [http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/5082 EHam reviews of the PRO-97]
* [http://www.scanningarkansas.com/Pro97/ Scanning Arkansas provides  review of the Pro-97]

==Related Pages==
* [http://marksscanners.bravehost.com/97/97.html Easier to Read PRO-97/2055 Manual]
* [http://tinyurl.com/92fwn Radio Shack website statement on Rebanding]
* [http://rsproscanners.proboards22.com/index.cgi Radio Shack PRO scanners message board]
* [http://strongsignals.net/access/forums/viewforum.php?f=10 Strong Signals GRE Message board]
* [http://strongsignals.net/access/forums/viewforum.php?f=12 Strong Signals Radio Shack Message board] 
* [http://www.radioreference.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=81 RadioReference-Radio Shack forum]
* [http://www.idascan.com/radio-shack-pro-97-discriminator-tap-mod/ IdaScan.com Pro 97 Discriminator Tap Mod page]
* Another page with discriminator tap information can be found [http://www.naturalgfx.com/pro97_discriminator.htm here]

==Programming Cables and Other Supporting Software==
===Programming Cables===
* [http://www.blackbagsoftware.com Black Bag Software]
* [http://www.greamerica.com/scanner.html GRE Scanner Accessories]
* [http://www.starrsoft.com/software/Win96/Cables/cables.html Programming Cable Information]
* Radio Shack [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2102526 20-289] programming cable
* [http://www.radioshack.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2177609&cp RS 20-047 USB Programming Cable]
** [http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm Updated Drivers for RS USB cable]

===Other Supporting Software===
* [http://www.scancat.com/scancat-lite Scancat Lite Plus]
* [http://www.scanstar.com/products/trunkstarpro.htm Trunkstar Pro] '''NOTE:'''Future support planned
* [http://www.scanstar.com/products/tsxlt.htm Trunkstar XLT]  '''NOTE:'''Future support planned

* [http://www.scanstar.com/products/ts9235.htm Trunkstar 9235]

==Yahoo Groups and Mailing Lists (software and receiver support)==
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PRO-97/ PRO-97 Yahoo group]
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Scancat Scancat Yahoo group]
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/p97/ .p97 File Sharing Yahoo group]
  
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