GRE PSR-800 Operating Details

The GRECOM GRE PSR-800 pre-programmed digital scanner represents another step forward in this new era of scanner design. For experienced scanner users the PSR-800 is certainly radical. There's no keypad, but rather a set of buttons reminiscent of an MP3 music player. For serious hobbyists who want to rapidly enter frequencies, tune around the radio spectrum and more, the PSR-800 would not be our first choice; instead a customizable PSR-500 would be the way to go. However, for scanner novices or even experienced users who will be traveling and don't wish to program the scanner for every city they're visiting, the PSR-800 is a great option.

The radio is about the exact size of a deck of playing cards although an inch taller. It's very convenient size is perfect for scanning on-the-go. It will conveniently fit in your pocket which its direct competitor, the Uniden HomePatrol, is far bulkier.

The PSR-800 is pre-programmed with the RadioReference national database for the U.S. and Canada. To program the radio you press a Menu key, select Browse Library and you then follow a hierarchical tree structure for selecting state, county, municipality and agency. You can select at one level, such as county, and the radio will program everything within the county; or, you can drill down to the public works in a particular town and just select that department for scanning. Each group of channels is then assigned to a Scanlist and you select which Scanlists you want to scan.

The audio on the PSR-800 is very good and as usual with GRE the APCO-25 digital audio decoding is excellent. With its backlighting on the PSR-800 display is very bright and easy to read and the unique multi-colored LED which can be matched to specific groups or channels, has been expandedl. The top-mounted control is for squelch only while volume is handled on the rocker panel on the radio's front face. With service searches, Spectrum Sweeper and a number of other functions the radio the PSR-800 is a trend-setter.

Note that we strongly recommend our Set-up and Optimize service ($29.95) for those who are not experienced scanner users or techies. With this service Scanner Master will update the database and pre-set all the selections and scan lists for you. See below for further details.

GRE PSR-800 Highlights

• Select your local system you want to monitor.
• Special request? No problem - you can add favorite frequencies with the included EZ Scan Digital software utility program.
• The PSR-800 combines simple controls like those used in an MP3 player with the power and sophistication of a state-of-the-art scanning receiver!
• Designed to provide unprecedented ease of use, for beginners and experts!
• Complete USA and Canada Database On a MicroSD Card
• Recording Function permits recording of Transmission
• Exclusive Multi-Color Alert LED
• Full Dot-Matrix/High contrast "WHITE" Color backlight LCD
• Keypad, optimized for one-hand operationMulti-System Digital/Analog APCO P25 Trunking - Scans digital and analog trunked radio system signaling formats, including Project 25, Motorola Type I/II/Hybrid, EDACS and LTR systems.
• Upgradeable CPU and DSP firmware and library - Keep EZ Scan Digital current with enhancements and updates as they become available with free upgrades through EZ Scan Digital software utility program.
• CTCSS and DCS subaudible decoder
• The ONLY scanner that handles X2-TDMA systems in PG County MD, Loudoun Co. VA and soon other areas
  
• Weather radio receiver mode with SAME and All Hazards signal decoding
• User upgradeable CPU firmware
• Spectrum Sweeper rapidly finds nearby signals even if you do not know the frequency.
  

SPECIFICATIONS
Frequency Coverage	25-54, 108-136.99166, 137-174, 216.0025-512, 764-781.996875, 791-796-996875, 806-960 (excluding cellular bands), 1240-1300 MHz
Receive mode	AM, FM, NFM, P25, MOT, EDACS, LtR, CTCSS, DCS
Frequency step	3.125, 5, 6.25, 7.5, 8.33, 10, 12.5, 25 kHz
Selectivity	AM 25-27.995 MHz:
		4 kHz / 6 kHz (-6 dB / -50 dB)
	Other frequency and modulation:
		7 kHz / 13 kHz (-6 dB / -50 dB)
Scanning Rate	Up to 70 channels/second
Search Rate	Up to 80 steps/second
Receiving system	Trip conversion PLL synthesize super-heterodyne
Antenna Impedance	50 ohms
Audio Output	500 mW (Max. Power)
Power requirement	4AA Batteries or USB 5V DC
Current drain	170 mA nominal (Squelched) at 5V DC
Operating temperature	14 to 140 deg. F (-10 to 60 deg. C)
Dimension (HWD)	5 5/16 x 2 1/8 x 1 1/16 inches (135 x 67 x 28 mm)
Weight	Approx. 7.4 oz (210 g)
Included Accessories	USB Data Cable, Antenna, 2GB MicroSD Memory card, Rotating belt clip, CD-Rom Media
FEATURES
Easy to understand Media Player User Interface - The simplified keypad and display with familiar Play, Pause and Navigation controls make EZ Scan Digital intuitive to use.
Complete USA Database on a MicroSD Card - The entire USA database is stored on a MicroSD Card included with the EZ Scan Digital, giving the user the most comprehensive radio data available...all without connecting EZ Scan Digital to a computer or Internet a GRE First!.
Upgradeable CPU Firmware and Library - Keep EZ Scan Digital current with the enhancements and updates as they become available through provided PC Software Application
Powerful PC Software Application - Modify or add your own Scanlist with the easy to us EZ Scan Digital software application.
SKYWARN Store Spotter Functionality - Instant access to frequencies used by storm spotter networks. Monitor storm conditions as they occur, and learn about dangerous conditions before the media or emergency management officials announce them to the general public.
SAME and All Hazards Weather Alerting -EZ Scan Digital features a Dedicated SAME Weather Alert Receiver mode, alerting users to severe weather and other hazards in the specific area(s) that they select. EZ Scan Digital can check local NOAA weather frequencies periodically, even while scanning, and provide an alert when an All Hazards alert occurs.
Multi-System Digital and Analog Trunking - Scans digital and analog trunked radio system signaling formats, including Project-25, Motorola Type I/II/Hybrid, EDACS, and LTR systems.
Powerful Spectrum Sweeper - Quickly sweeps EZ Scan Digital's frequency ranges for transmissions from nearby sources. When a nearby transmission is found, EZ Scan Digital automatically tunes to that frequency and receives the transmission.
Built-in Service Searches - Predefined service search ranges makes it easy to fine activity in your area.
Audible alarms - Programmable alarms can be configured to sound when certain frequencies are active.
Signal Strength Meter - Shows relative strength of received signals
Slim, compact case design with larger speaker - Designed for one-handed operation and portability.

* Specifications Subject to change without notice.

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GRE Limited Warranty

With Scanner Master's exclusive Set-up and Optimize Package we see to it that your PSR-800 is ready to use for your area right out of the box, perfect for your own use and especially perfect for a gift. First we optimize the pre-installed SD memory card by updating the frequency library, which changes daily, on the SD card. We will also check and install any firmware updates to the PSR-800 before the scanner ships. (The firmware is the operating system for the radio which may have been updated or tweaked by the factory following its production in Asia.) Lastly, Scanner Master will configure up to 5 scanlists for cities and towns in the customers surrounding area (based on the ship to address of your order), or in the area in which the scanner will be used if the customer specifies a different area, for example if the radio will be given as a gift. (The benefit of this Scan List work is that we insure that the most important data to the user is readily accessible and the text tag for the agencies are edited and easy to read and understand as sometimes the abbreviations or the manner in which the data was originally entered can make deciphering the agency names somewhat difficult.) Set-up & Optimize generally adds 2 to 3 business days to the amount of time to ship your order as it does require time. During peak holiday periods this time may be extended.