I just picked up the new Radio Shack (GRE Mfg) PRO-97, Cat #20-527, @
$199.99. There are numerous improvements, and new features, over it's
predessor, the PRO-95. If you don't need digital, but want everything else,
this is your scanner!

Bill Crocker


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
. 1000 channels
. Triple-trunking
. 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