Whistler WS1010 Quick Start Guide
Handheld Radio Scanner - 400 Channels
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Package Contents:
- Scanner
- Antenna
- AC Adapter
- Rechargeable Battery Holder
- Battery Holder
- Belt Clip
See the User Guide for complete instructions.
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1. INSTALL BATTERIES
Battery Types:
- Rechargeable Battery Holder (for Ni-MH or Ni-Cd batteries)
- Alkaline Battery Holder (for non-rechargeable batteries)
Instructions:
- Slide open the battery compartment.
- Place 4 AA batteries into the correct battery holder, matching polarity symbols (+ / −):
- Black - Alkaline (non-rechargeable)
- Yellow - Rechargeable Ni-MH or Ni-Cd
- Place the battery holder into the battery compartment. The battery holder fits only one way. Do not force it.
- Replace the cover.
2. CONNECT ANTENNA
- Align the antenna slots with the tabs on the antenna jack.
- Press the antenna over the jack and turn the base of the antenna clockwise.
3. PROGRAM FREQUENCIES
Find Frequencies:
Go to www.radioreference.com/db/browse. Select your state/country and county/region to locate a list of frequencies in your area.
Program Frequencies:
- Preset squelch between 10 and 12 o'clock position.
- Press PGM to enter the program mode. Enter the channel number (1-400) where you want to store a frequency, then press PGM again.
- Use the number keys and the period (.) key to enter the frequency.
- Press ENT to store the frequency into the channel.
- Press PGM to go to the next channel.
- Press SCAN to begin scanning.