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[[Image:Ejbq03.gif|right|250px|]] [[Image:Pro97display2.jpg|right|300px|Pro-97 Display Scanning]]  [[Image:Pro97Keys.JPG|right|300px|]]  [[Image:Pro-97.jpg|right|300px|Pro-97 Display Hold]]  
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[[Image:Ejbq03.gif|right|200px|]] [[Image:Pro97display2.jpg|right|200px|Pro-97 Display Scanning]]  [[Image:Pro97Keys.JPG|right|200px|]]  [[Image:Pro-97.jpg|right|200px|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 1,000 frequencies in 10 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.  
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The Radio Shack '''Pro-97''' is a high-performance, extended-coverage scanner has the ability to scan both trunked and conventional channels at the same time. It cannot decode digital trunking.Program up to 1,000 frequencies in 10 banks of 100. 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 although those systems have been largely phased out. 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 '''service search''' for Police/Fire, Air, CB, Ham Radio, FRS, GMRS and more.  
  
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.
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This unit was manufactured for Radio Shack by GRE, and 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.
  
 
Also see the [[Pro-2055]] page for additional links.
 
Also see the [[Pro-2055]] page for additional links.
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==Rebanding Support==
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* Can be updated to support [[Rebanding]]? {{color|red|NO}}
  
 
==General Specifications==
 
==General Specifications==
* [[Rebanding]] supported? <font color=green> YES </font> '''However:''' it appears that the scanner must be returned to a Radio Shack service center for a retrofit logic and display board.
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===Power Requirements===
** 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
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* Three power options: internal non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries (not supplied),  standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter), vehicle power (with an optional DC adapter)
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** AC adapter #273-1767/C and DC adapter #273-1863/C
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===Features===
 
* [[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
 
* [[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 - 10 banks
 
* 1000 channels - 10 banks
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* UHF/800/900MHz Motorola/EDACS/LTR Trunking
 
* UHF/800/900MHz Motorola/EDACS/LTR Trunking
 
* Triple conversion Superheterodyne receiver virtually eliminates image-type interference  
 
* Triple conversion Superheterodyne receiver virtually eliminates image-type interference  
* Signal Stalker II
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* [[Signal stalker]] II
 
* 5 ID lists, 30 IDs, 150 per bank; 1500 IDs total
 
* 5 ID lists, 30 IDs, 150 per bank; 1500 IDs total
 
* L/O ID in "Open" mode
 
* L/O ID in "Open" mode
 
* ID delay
 
* ID delay
* Motorola control channel only trunking
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* Motorola [[Control Channel Only]] trunking
 
* 16-Character Alpha-numeric display for ID tagging allows frequencies to be easily identified by the name you assign to them  
 
* 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  
 
* Lighted keypad for use in low light  
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* EEPROM memory backup  
 
* EEPROM memory backup  
 
* Rotary volume control with switch and rotary squelch control  
 
* Rotary volume control with switch and rotary squelch control  
* Three power options: internal non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries (not supplied),  standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter), vehicle power (with an optional DC adapter)
 
** AC adapter #273-1767/C and DC adapter #273-1863/C
 
 
* Includes belt clip and 6" flexible rubber antenna  
 
* Includes belt clip and 6" flexible rubber antenna  
 
* Two battery cases—one for (4) alkaline and the other for (4) rechargeable batteries  
 
* Two battery cases—one for (4) alkaline and the other for (4) rechargeable batteries  
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* A '''cloning cable''' may be fabricated using 2 1/8 inch mono jacks and shielded cable
 
* A '''cloning cable''' may be fabricated using 2 1/8 inch mono jacks and shielded cable
  
==Mods==
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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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==Programming Software==
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* [http://www.starrsoft.com/software/win97/default.asp Win97]
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==Mods/Repair==
 
* [http://www.mods.dk/index.php?ModelId=871&RadioRec=radio_shack Mods.dk Pro 97 page]
 
* [http://www.mods.dk/index.php?ModelId=871&RadioRec=radio_shack Mods.dk Pro 97 page]
 
* [http://www.idascan.com/radio-shack-pro-97-discriminator-tap-mod/ IdaScan.com Pro 97 Discriminator Tap Mod page]
 
* [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]
 
* Another page with discriminator tap information can be found [http://www.naturalgfx.com/pro97_discriminator.htm here]
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* [[Pro-97 Display Replacement‎]]
  
 
==Reviews and User Opinions==
 
==Reviews and User Opinions==
 
* [http://www.eham.net/reviews/detail/5082 EHam reviews of the PRO-97]
 
* [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]
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* [[Pro-97 Review]]
  
 
==Related Pages==
 
==Related Pages==
* [http://myweb.cableone.net/marksscanners/97/97.html Easier to Read PRO-97/2055 Manual]
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* [http://new.marksscanners.com/97/97.shtml Easier to Read Pro 97/2055 Manual]
* [http://tinyurl.com/92fwn Radio Shack website statement on Rebanding]
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* [[Getting Started with your PRO-97 and PRO-2055]]
* [http://support.radioshack.com/support_electronics/2849.htm  Radio Shack Manuals]
 
 
 
==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.starrsoft.com/software/win97/default.asp Win97]
 
* [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
 
 
 
==Yahoo Groups and Message Boards (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]
 
* [http://www.radioreference.com/forums/forumdisplay.php?f=81 Radio Reference Radio Shack Forum]
 
* [http://rsproscanners.proboards22.com/index.cgi?board=pro97 Radio Shack PRO scanners Pro-97 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]  
 
 
 
== Finding LTR LCN order ==
 
*The PRO-97 has a feature that will tell you what the proper channel number for an LTR system is. Program a frequency from the system in the first channel (steps 1-6), set the mode for LTR (step 7), put the scanner in manual, and when you hear a transmission, there will be a number in the lower right corner of the display like "R03" or whatever. This is the LCN (Logical Channel Number) of that frequency. If it is "R03", you would re-program that frequency into channel number x03 of whatever bank you are going to use. Continue the above procedure until you have all the numbers for all the frequencies in the system, keeping in mind that some numbers might be skipped over, example, there may be no channel R02 in your particular system.
 
 
 
* Note - The LTR repeater number identifer does not work when the repeater ID burst is turned off by the system administrator.
 
  
==Restoring The 155 Preset Frequencies==
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==Message Boards / Forums==
* 1. Turn the scanner OFF and then turn ON again.
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* {{Forum|radio-shack-scanners.81|RadioReference Radio Shack}}
* 2. When the Multi-system Trunking Scanner appears, press PGM.
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* [https://www.facebook.com/groups/448987651918830 Radio Scanner World]
* 3. Press 1
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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]
  
==eBay Listings==
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==Pro-97 Scanners for Sale==
<ebay>Radio Shack ("PRO-97","PRO97")</ebay>
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*[[Pro-97 eBay Listings]]
  
  
 
Return to [[Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
Return to [[Radio Shack Scanners]]
  
 
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[[Category:Radio Shack Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Handheld Scanners]]
[[Category:Trunking Scanners]]
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[[Category:Analog Trunktrackers]]
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[[Category:Radio Models]]

Latest revision as of 17:19, 10 December 2021

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Pro-97 Display Scanning
Pro97Keys.JPG
Pro-97 Display Hold

The Radio Shack Pro-97 is a high-performance, extended-coverage scanner has the ability to scan both trunked and conventional channels at the same time. It cannot decode digital trunking.Program up to 1,000 frequencies in 10 banks of 100. 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 although those systems have been largely phased out. 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 service search for Police/Fire, Air, CB, Ham Radio, FRS, GMRS and more.

This unit was manufactured for Radio Shack by GRE, and DOES require proper programming of LCN's on LTR systems. Uses Win97 to program. Due to firmware limitations, computer control of this radio is not possible.

Also see the Pro-2055 page for additional links.

Rebanding Support

General Specifications

Power Requirements

  • Three power options: internal non-rechargeable batteries or rechargeable batteries (not supplied), standard AC power (with an optional AC adapter), vehicle power (with an optional DC adapter)
    • AC adapter #273-1767/C and DC adapter #273-1863/C

Features

  • Discriminator output modifiable? YES see this article on the IdaScan.com site for instructions
  • 1000 channels - 10 banks
  • 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
  • Scan rate 60cps
  • AM/FM/CTCSS/DCS mode selector
  • 5, 6.25, 7.5, 12.5kHz steps (8.33 steps in 108-136.9875MHz air band)
  • UHF/800/900MHz Motorola/EDACS/LTR Trunking
  • Triple conversion Superheterodyne receiver virtually eliminates image-type interference
  • Signal stalker II
  • 5 ID lists, 30 IDs, 150 per bank; 1500 IDs total
  • L/O ID in "Open" mode
  • ID delay
  • Motorola Control Channel Only 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
  • 3 programmable skywarn channels
  • 20dB attenuator
  • Digital weather alert/priority indicates watch, warning, statement or test statement along with seven preprogrammed NOAA WX stations
  • Five service search bands for marine, fire/police, air, CB and Ham bands
  • Search 'Seek' feature
  • Zeromatic search tuning
  • One priority channel
  • PC interface, cloning
  • Key lock for safety
  • Key tone on/off
  • Low battery indication
  • Power save
  • EEPROM memory backup
  • Rotary volume control with switch and rotary squelch control
  • Includes belt clip and 6" flexible rubber antenna
  • Two battery cases—one for (4) alkaline and the other for (4) rechargeable batteries
  • Size: (less antenna) 6-1/2x2-5/8x1-3/4"
  • Jacks: earphone, PC interface/cloning and external power
  • BNC antenna connector
  • A cloning cable may be fabricated using 2 1/8 inch mono jacks and shielded 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
    • LTR Standard
  • System Voices:
    • Analog

Programming Software

Mods/Repair

Reviews and User Opinions

Related Pages

Message Boards / Forums

Pro-97 Scanners for Sale


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