RS Pro-2004/2005/2006 display issues..?

[KC0CCB]

just wondering out of 3 of these listed scanners which one had the best display issues / if any of them..?

im thinking of getting my friend a good scanner and then i'll mod it for DSD+ or whatever.. just wanted to know which one to get before i even look on ebay or anyplace..

 

[ecps92]

just wondering out of 3 of these listed scanners which one had the best display issues / if any of them..?

im thinking of getting my friend a good scanner and then i'll mod it for DSD+ or whatever.. just wanted to know which one to get before i even look on ebay or anyplace..

I've used a 2005/2006 for DSD and in the past trunker, having the display was not needed as you can set n forget and the radios now are so old that the LCD display back lights have well gone out.

 

[Engine104]

I can tell you that changing the LCD backlight on a 2005 or 2006 is fairly easy. I've done it twice on my 2006. Search RR's database on Google and you should be able to find instructions and sources.

 

[rgchristy]

This has the backlight replacement instructions with pictures:

 

[rgchristy]

More stuff if you feel like tinkering:

I can't take credit for any of this. I guess, I'm what you would call a digital or Dropbox hoarder

 

[FCVPI99]

the Pro 2004 is the easiest to change - you dont have to unsolder anything i did 2 2004s tonight and doing my 2006 tomorrow cuz after doing 1 that had the light burnt out, my other 2 looked tired

 

[Omega-TI]

Wow @FCVPI99 that Pro 2004 looks brand new!

 

[FCVPI99]

Wow @FCVPI99 that Pro 2004 looks brand new!

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ya the units i have got so far 2 2004s and 1 2006 are super clean

 

[dispatch235]

I bought a like new Pro 2006 a couple years back that was really clean and stock but the backlight was washed out....if you've any experience at taking your radios apart it's not hard to replace and there are several sources to get replacement backlighting panels. Radio looks new now.

 

[Omega-TI]

I don't know if there are any still available, but back in the 90's I used to chat with Bill Cheek on Fidonet, he was the author of the "Scanner Modification Handbooks". The guy was nice, brilliant, and rather humble. He helped a lot of people back in the day and had lots of mods for the Radio Shack scanners, which I think most were built by GRE in the later years.

 

[Omega-TI]

I just checked Scamazon and they have copies << Scanner Modification Handbook >> << Scanner Modification Handbook Volume 2 >>.

 

[JustLou]

Seeing this thread inspired me to take one of my 2004's out of storage and put it back in service.

 

[FCVPI99]

I don't know if there are any still available, but back in the 90's I used to chat with Bill Cheek on Fidonet, he was the author of the "Scanner Modification Handbooks". The guy was nice, brilliant, and rather humble. He helped a lot of people back in the day and had lots of mods for the Radio Shack scanners, which I think most were built by GRE in the later years.

pretty much GRE made the best stuff they blew away uniden radios

 

[KE4ZNR]

So here is a question. I have a Pro 2006 with a dim display that needs to be replaced.
I don't have time nor the resources to replacement myself at this time but would be willing to pay to have it
replaced should anyone know a reputable place to get it done.
Thanks for any heads up as for right now it is just sitting on the shelf unused.
Marshall KE4ZNR

 

[FCVPI99]

i guess i could do it it it comes down to it but i live in IL ..aka far from NC

 

[FCVPI99]

Seeing this thread inspired me to take one of my 2004's out of storage and put it back in service.

dam! dont you know you cant pick anything up on these"old junky analog scanner" or so digital radio users keep telling me ... you should send it to me

 

[KE4ZNR]

i guess i could do it it it comes down to it but i live in IL ..aka far from NC

I appreciate the offer and if you are really offering I might take you up on it if nothing else closer comes to pass.
I would, of course, pay for all needed parts and labor.
Marshall KE4ZNR

 

[Chris-KH2PM]

So here is a question. I have a Pro 2006 with a dim display that needs to be replaced.
I don't have time nor the resources to replacement myself at this time but would be willing to pay to have it
replaced should anyone know a reputable place to get it done.
Thanks for any heads up as for right now it is just sitting on the shelf unused.
Marshall KE4ZNR

Hey Marshall!

I replaced the backlight in my 2004 years ago, and my 2006 needs a new one. I could do yours as well. Fuquay NC isn’t far from you! I’m sure you remember our Debonair flight a few years ago Out of RDU.

 

[KE4ZNR]

Hey Marshall!

I replaced the backlight in my 2004 years ago, and my 2006 needs a new one. I could do yours as well. Fuquay NC isn’t far from you! I’m sure you remember our Debonair flight a few years ago Out of RDU.

Hey Chris! Hope all is well! Yeah I would appreciate it brother.
I would, of course, compensate you for parts & labor/time and I am just up the road in Garner.
Feel free to reach out to me directly (MSherard@gmail.com) and we will work something out.
Thanks!

 

[Unidener]

Seeing this thread inspired me to take one of my 2004's out of storage and put it back in service.

Just did the same....took over a week to find the 2006 but still haven't found my 2004!