Try pressing the number 1 key on the scanner's key pad to enable the default scanlist 1. Scanlists can be enabled by pressing the numeric buttons 0-9 (use FUNC + 0-9 for scanlists 11-20). none of the scanlists (1-20) are enabled. If the customer uploaded data and the scanner displays 'Nothing enabled' this indicates that either:

The leds at the interface will flash indicating it is receiving data from the software.

This com number must be selected in ARC500.

locate the item marked 'USB serial Port' and note the COM number.

a new windows opens, locate the section 'ports' and click the + to show all settings.

if there are multiple usb/com ports listed you can open the Windows device manager by clicking the button marked 'Open Windows Device Manager'.

If there is only one usb/com port shown it is most likely the USB cable.

in the drop down box all available usb/com ports are shown.

in the top menu select SCANNER _ Upload To Scanner.enter the freq/talkgroups or import from radioreference.This driver works for most Whistler/Radioshack/GRE cables: Īfter installing the driver the correct COM/USB port must be selected in ARC500 before you can upload data: Click here for the Radioshack scanner software manual in PDF format. The scanner software demo versions on the cd-rom work for 7 days and also includes a total of two complimentary imports from the Radioreference database. A license for the software can pe purchased at or call 1-800-SCANNER. The cdrom also includes scanner software demo versions. The driver can be found on the cdrom that is included with the cable. ARC500 is not compatible with MAC OS/Android OS.īefore the customer can upload data they must plug in the Radioshack 20-546 USB cable and install the driver.

The key to unlock the utility for importing systems, Talkgroups, and/or conventional frequencies from the Database is the Premium Subscription.ĪRC500 is Windows software and compatible with Windows 7/8/10/11 (both 32 and 64 bit versions). NOTE: Importing from the Radio Reference Database only works if you are a Premium Subscriber to the Radio Reference Web site. 4 Finished Importing - Uploading info to your Scanner.3.1 Importing Conventional Frequency Systems.2.1 Importing Trunked Systems and Talk Groups.

Arc 500 software