Is Portland PD SE Disp TG still Used? NE disp TG still used?
lundi 31 mars 2014
RCMP gone.
RCMP officially gone encrypted in Northeast NS and Southwest Nova April 1 , an article in the newspaper today says no time line for HRM for the switch.
Stolen Vehicle failing to yield to Broomfield PD
Broomfield PD is pursuing a fleeing Bronze Mazda Protege, plate 977GNV. Apparently the vehicle failed to yield to a routine traffic stop. The vehicle is currently on Main street, the original officer stopped pursuing. The car has no front headlights. The vehicle is coming up as stolen from Arvada.
TGID 5360
Yesterday, someone was broadcasting a documentary on the Manhattan Project on TGID 5360 on the Seattle-King County Public Safety trunked system. Anyone knows what gives? Anyone knows what this talkgroup is normally used for?
Fire en-route traffic Loveland?
I have an older scanner, a BC296D I bought recently on eBay and I have had mild to bad reception listening to towers; Bald, Loveland and Horsetooth. I have tried different antennas and I seem to get better results with an old VHF antenna. My external cell antenna works really well though. My question: When I hear fire or ambulance paged I never seem to hear them say "en-route" any more. Are they using MDT to tell dispatch that they are en-route now or what? Maybe my bad reception is making me miss traffic, I don't know. I plan on buying a GRE pre amp as I couldn't even hear anything in the car. I tried adjusting audio quality to its lowest setting too! What gets me is that commercial and ham radio repeaters come in better than public safety!
washington county/uhp
have gotten two transmissions today on ucan from washington county on my home patrol one scanner.both show cedar city /uhp.signals loud and clear.monitoring from SLC.
J-Pole
I want to build a J-Pole for 1090 MHz, but the small size and only 1/4 inch separation from the element to the stub is creating a rather difficult problem, as I was planning on using brass compression tee, and 3/8 copper tubing.
As I understand it, the J-pole is resonant on its designed frequency as well as its harmonic frequency (f*3).
Would it work to design one for 363 Mhz, which would be larger, and use it on the harmonic for 1090 Mhz?
Also, all the coax coils used to prevent the feedline from radiating in the diagrams are for 2M (5 loops). What would the formula be for 1090 MHz?
As I understand it, the J-pole is resonant on its designed frequency as well as its harmonic frequency (f*3).
Would it work to design one for 363 Mhz, which would be larger, and use it on the harmonic for 1090 Mhz?
Also, all the coax coils used to prevent the feedline from radiating in the diagrams are for 2M (5 loops). What would the formula be for 1090 MHz?
FIre Tone Out quit working
I've had my 536HP set on FTO for the past few weeks. It seems to be working. The past 2 nights at 6:30 when I normally get my nightly radio test I get the announce tone and a small bit of the audio tone then the squelch snaps shut and I hear nothing. I know this has been working as I have heard the entire nightly test in the past.
I have been receiving alerts on the other departments that I am also FTO monitoring and have only noticed this on the nightly test. I've got the recording feature turned on so after tomorrows test I'll pull down the recordings and see what I've got. Very strange 2 nights In a row.
I will have my other scanner on at 6:30 to see exactly what happens
Roveer
I have been receiving alerts on the other departments that I am also FTO monitoring and have only noticed this on the nightly test. I've got the recording feature turned on so after tomorrows test I'll pull down the recordings and see what I've got. Very strange 2 nights In a row.
I will have my other scanner on at 6:30 to see exactly what happens
Roveer
Bibb County RR Live Audio vs My Scanner
Bibb County of Live Audio Feed thru RR not on my Scanner.
What am I doing wrong? I got RR's live feed for Bibb County, Ga. I download the systems from RR and I do not hear the traffic. Do I have wrong frequenies, settings, etc.
I'm using 396xt. I live in WR and south Bibb county; therefore I expect to hear the traffic. What is the difference between the my scanner & the RR live online feed? I uploaded a FreeScan file under another
thread (396xt Help) in the hopes that I may be able to compare my settings with any individual's more experienced scanner setting (you know - someone who actually hears something). I just located the "Easier to Read Uniden XT Scanner Manuals". I am willing to do the work, read, experiment, etc.; but I feel that I at least need some guidance (coach/mentor) to help this "grasshopper" start this journey. I have uploaded my FreeScan File under another thread - 396xt Help. Maybe that will show what I am doing wrong.
Thank you for responding.
awc13
What am I doing wrong? I got RR's live feed for Bibb County, Ga. I download the systems from RR and I do not hear the traffic. Do I have wrong frequenies, settings, etc.
I'm using 396xt. I live in WR and south Bibb county; therefore I expect to hear the traffic. What is the difference between the my scanner & the RR live online feed? I uploaded a FreeScan file under another
thread (396xt Help) in the hopes that I may be able to compare my settings with any individual's more experienced scanner setting (you know - someone who actually hears something). I just located the "Easier to Read Uniden XT Scanner Manuals". I am willing to do the work, read, experiment, etc.; but I feel that I at least need some guidance (coach/mentor) to help this "grasshopper" start this journey. I have uploaded my FreeScan File under another thread - 396xt Help. Maybe that will show what I am doing wrong.
Thank you for responding.
awc13
hello
Hello Members,
I am a brand new member to scanning and don't know a thing. The cape cod times stopped printing the Falmouth court reports which was the only means of keeping track of what the local knit wits are up to, which is why I'm here. Haven't bought a scanner yet but will be sometime in the near future. Need to do my DD before purchasing but would welcome any suggestions. Thanks.
I am a brand new member to scanning and don't know a thing. The cape cod times stopped printing the Falmouth court reports which was the only means of keeping track of what the local knit wits are up to, which is why I'm here. Haven't bought a scanner yet but will be sometime in the near future. Need to do my DD before purchasing but would welcome any suggestions. Thanks.
Next Meeting Date: Sunday 04-27-14 Or 05-04-2014
As people may have already read, Bearcatrp has a new 436HP and is going to bring it to our next meeting. I want to do this after Easter and before Mother's Day, so that leaves either Sunday, April 27, 2014 or May 4, 2014. I would likely do it in the afternoon at the Eagan Davannis again because hey seemed pretty accommodating to us. Anyway, does anybody here, that might be interested in attending, have any preference on one date or the other? Please post your preference here.
BC346XT A/c Power Adapter ??? for the 346xt
Greetings again folks I just bought a 346xt off of ebay it does not have the org A/c adapter so I did what the Wiki page on here said to do,So went to Radio Shack and bought a 6 volt 800ma with the B tip, now I keep reading different things on here that says don't use a aftermarket adapter on these radios, if So my ? is can you use the RS one or should get the uniden one, The radio will be here on Wednesday I hope and don't want to break it by using the wrong adapter.
Thank You Folks For All The Help You Give
Thank You Folks For All The Help You Give
CHP 42.240 in Sonora Area
Hearing CHP 42.240 in Sonora area. PL was 146.2.
Anyone else hearing this? Possibly new Yellow 3?
Anyone else hearing this? Possibly new Yellow 3?
Ottawa - Canadian Tire Center LTR system
Good day,
Is this system still active? I attended a hockey game last week-end and brought the scanner with me at the rink. I never heard a thing. I programed the system with the info I got from Canadian Tire Centre Trunking System, Ottawa, Ontario - Scanner Frequencies. Was the system abandoned when ScotiaBank Place was renamed Canadian Tire Center?
Thanks.
Is this system still active? I attended a hockey game last week-end and brought the scanner with me at the rink. I never heard a thing. I programed the system with the info I got from Canadian Tire Centre Trunking System, Ottawa, Ontario - Scanner Frequencies. Was the system abandoned when ScotiaBank Place was renamed Canadian Tire Center?
Thanks.
How do I load WSP with ARC300 programmer?
Hi all, I'm new to the programming part of this. I have a Radio Shack PRO-164 that had firmware v. 1.04 so I updated it to v. 1.10 and it lost all programmed frequencies even though it said it would not. I got ARC300 to program with and upgraded my membership here and put most everything I want back on but I can't find WSP (Washington State Patrol) through the software. I found it listed on RR at "US - Washington - State Patrol" and it's listed as "Agency" not a "County" so it doesn't show up in the list. How do I program WSP?
I don't see any trunking so I can imput the info manually but assumed it would be automated like the rest.
Thanks,
Guidoco
And thank to all the posters that got me this far.
I don't see any trunking so I can imput the info manually but assumed it would be automated like the rest.
Thanks,
Guidoco
And thank to all the posters that got me this far.
BCD436HP BCD436HP Case
I apologize if this has been discussed before, I did a search and couldn't find anything.
Is there a nylon case in development that will be released soon or is there one available now for the BCD436HP?
Usually, I can find cases on Scanner Master, but are there other vendors that sell model-specific scanner cases?
Thanks for your help
Seth G.
Is there a nylon case in development that will be released soon or is there one available now for the BCD436HP?
Usually, I can find cases on Scanner Master, but are there other vendors that sell model-specific scanner cases?
Thanks for your help
Seth G.
BCD536HP audio stops working
We have 2 new BCD536HP scanners for our radio feed. The scanners work fine for awhile, but then after a day or two there is no audio. I have the channels for our feed on "hold" as that was the quickest way I could figure out to get only the channel I wanted. If I take the channel off of hold and it stops again for radio traffic it will work for a day or two then nothing. Restarting the scanner doesn't help, nor does switching to a different channel and coming back. The only thing that works is removing the hold to let it hear something. I have a picture in our "shack" photos of what the screen looks like with the channels on "hold"
Any advice to keep these running?
Any advice to keep these running?
Pro-106 wont Scan
I updated my scanner about 6 months ago. ever since my scanner will not scan/receive when plugged to external power, however when it using batteries its fine I've tried on both my Ac and Dc cords. Any ideas? I need probably take it back to radio shack but since its several years old I don't think I'll get ant where with them, so I thought posting on here might be a better idea.
Phoenix Police Districts/Zones
Does anyone out there have a single map that shows the districts/zones of the Phoenix Police? I found them for the DPS and county sheriffs - but nothing for the police.
Mike
Mike
Programming MTX 9250 Help!!!!
My friend and I both have MTX9250s, we are needing to program them for ham use.
he has bought two different cables off of ebay (one USB and one comm cable) both of our radios with both of those cables using CPS 2.00.02 get the error "incomplete response from radio."
Wondering if it was an issue with the cables he had I purchased a cable for my Motorola RIB. I got the new cable in today and I am still received the same error. Wanting to make sure it was not a ribless cable I hooked it up to a DB9 to DB25 converter and got the error saying to check and make sure the RIB was connected.
So, any ideas where to go from here?
Thanks for the help! I've never had so many issues trying to program any of my /\/\ radios before!
he has bought two different cables off of ebay (one USB and one comm cable) both of our radios with both of those cables using CPS 2.00.02 get the error "incomplete response from radio."
Wondering if it was an issue with the cables he had I purchased a cable for my Motorola RIB. I got the new cable in today and I am still received the same error. Wanting to make sure it was not a ribless cable I hooked it up to a DB9 to DB25 converter and got the error saying to check and make sure the RIB was connected.
So, any ideas where to go from here?
Thanks for the help! I've never had so many issues trying to program any of my /\/\ radios before!
NFM: Ae These Modes Correct ?
--Guess I originally posted in the wrong foru, so let me correct, and re-post here:--
Hello,
Correct modes always drive me batty. Age thing, I guess.
Am I correct that all of the following should be NFM:
Police and Fire from:
Boston
Natick
Framingham
Stow
Wayland
Waltham
Weston
Any that aren't, or any caveats ?
Thanks,
Bob
Hello,
Correct modes always drive me batty. Age thing, I guess.
Am I correct that all of the following should be NFM:
Police and Fire from:
Boston
Natick
Framingham
Stow
Wayland
Waltham
Weston
Any that aren't, or any caveats ?
Thanks,
Bob
Difference between AirNav 3d and Pro
So am going to be springing for the AirNav Radar box, what I want to know is their any major differences between the 3d and pro, other then the fact of 3d imaging. I see the pro version is about 200 cheaper so just wanted some feedback. I have already gotten DPD production antenna for ADS-B.
FleetNet Site 25 - Goderich
Can someone in the area check with Unitrunker which frequency is LCN 479 is for this site?
This may be for the alternating control channel which is 142.500.
Thanks
This may be for the alternating control channel which is 142.500.
Thanks
Northern AZ Wildland Fire Feed is Active
I have a full time Wildland Fire Only Scanner feed running from Flagstaff, using an external discone. I’m hearing both Secret and Boulder right now. The link is Northern Arizona Wildland Agencies The feed will remain active until the end of the fire season. Feed is hosted by FLAGscanner.com where you can find other feeds from inside Coconino County.
On a side note, the frequencies I have programmed in the scanner are a couple years old, and might need updating as we get new frequency info for this season.
On a side note, the frequencies I have programmed in the scanner are a couple years old, and might need updating as we get new frequency info for this season.
Home Patrol on STARS
Considering buying a Home Patrol and just want to verify that it will receive STARS (VASPD, etc.)?
Does anyone have experience>
Does anyone have experience>
Wild Hog Canoe Race
I am orginizer for the Wild Hog Canoe Race here in Central FL.
Welcome to WildHogCanoeRace.com
It is a grueling 15 mile race down a classic Florida stream in the middle of a swamp! So much fun. Anyway, the goal is to put GoPro's at specific points down the river, and beam audio/video live to the finish line where the spectators can view it on a large screen. Here's my difficulty. I've never done this.
After digging around on the net without finding very many answers, I came across this forum.
Although the river is 15 miles, the longest distance we would be sending the video is 6 miles. however, most of that distance is thick jungle.
So, what kind of transmitters, receivers antennas, etc would you recommend? If at all possible, I would want it to be full HD. Our budget (not including the cameras) is around 5k.
Any help would be very much appreciated, or if you could point me to the correct place to ask a question like this.
Thank you!
Welcome to WildHogCanoeRace.com
It is a grueling 15 mile race down a classic Florida stream in the middle of a swamp! So much fun. Anyway, the goal is to put GoPro's at specific points down the river, and beam audio/video live to the finish line where the spectators can view it on a large screen. Here's my difficulty. I've never done this.
After digging around on the net without finding very many answers, I came across this forum.
Although the river is 15 miles, the longest distance we would be sending the video is 6 miles. however, most of that distance is thick jungle.
So, what kind of transmitters, receivers antennas, etc would you recommend? If at all possible, I would want it to be full HD. Our budget (not including the cameras) is around 5k.
Any help would be very much appreciated, or if you could point me to the correct place to ask a question like this.
Thank you!
Homepatrol external speaker
Thought this might help some using a Hompatrol mobile. I bought an I-home portable speaker and it works well when using the homepatrol in the car. Sounds really good!
Portage SO on Coshocton Towers
Can anyone help me understand this? I know that if there is a unit in the area, the system will route his talkgroup through my local towers, but is that the only way it can happen? Curious.
Boulder Valley School District, campus VHF radios
Based on recent scanning it appears the Boulder Valley School District might have taken a bunch of VFH radios "out of service", which were used for on-site campus operations, such as WPSH885. They are still definitely using VHF radios for school bus fleets, and of course they are using DTRS TG 9539 for Security at certain schools.
Can anyone confirm whether the Boulder Valley School District is still using VHF radios for campus-type operations?
Can anyone confirm whether the Boulder Valley School District is still using VHF radios for campus-type operations?
Chicgo Fire Dept. (2014 Updates)
Effective April 1st, 2014 a couple communications changes that some of the regular listeners might notice:
***Sector assignment designations will now be called Sector A-D to comply with NIMS standards. Sectors 1-4 will no longer be used.
***Progress Reports will be "at least" every 15 minutes until the incident is under control, then "at least" 30 minutes until all companies have picked up. The old standard was 10 minutes if you were watching a clock as you were listening.
This is a little older news, but we're using three different type of portable radios now with the same channel layout:
***XTS 5000's...used by Ambulance companies and firefighters.
***XTS 6000's..used by Fire Company Officers
***XTS 7000's...used by Chief Officers (Batt. Chiefs, EMS Field Chiefs, Exempt Chiefs)
***Sector assignment designations will now be called Sector A-D to comply with NIMS standards. Sectors 1-4 will no longer be used.
***Progress Reports will be "at least" every 15 minutes until the incident is under control, then "at least" 30 minutes until all companies have picked up. The old standard was 10 minutes if you were watching a clock as you were listening.
This is a little older news, but we're using three different type of portable radios now with the same channel layout:
***XTS 5000's...used by Ambulance companies and firefighters.
***XTS 6000's..used by Fire Company Officers
***XTS 7000's...used by Chief Officers (Batt. Chiefs, EMS Field Chiefs, Exempt Chiefs)
Bayou Towers Houma CC
Does anyone know if the cc 854.1125 for site # 222 Bayou Towers located in Houma has changed. I no longer can pick it up. I still receive Gray and other surrounding sites but lost that one. If it has changed please reply with new one.
Modes Correct ?
Hello,
Correct modes always drive me batty. Age thing, I guess.
Am I correct that all of the following should be NFM:
Police and Fire from:
Boston
Natick
Stow
Wayland
Waltham
Weston
Any that aren't, or any caveats ?
Thanks,
Bob
Correct modes always drive me batty. Age thing, I guess.
Am I correct that all of the following should be NFM:
Police and Fire from:
Boston
Natick
Stow
Wayland
Waltham
Weston
Any that aren't, or any caveats ?
Thanks,
Bob
What Was Scanning Like Back In The Day?
I'd love to hear some stories of what it was like back when you could listen to cell phones and your neighbor's cordless phone. When the cops were all analog and all you needed was a crystal scanner.
I got started in this hobby kinda late. Got into it last year at age 26. But, I'm having fun listening to stuff I find. I don't use Radioreference's database for the most part. I prefer to go "treasure hunting" and find it all for myself. Half the fun really.
I enjoy listening to airplane traffic. I heard an emergency in the air, last weekend about a total hydraulic failure some commercial plane had.
The police are fun to listen to. With my new digital scanner I can hear the Highway Patrol again and people sure are snitches! calling the cops to report any little thing, haha.
It's neat to listen to the local army installation- Fort Leonard Wood. Most of it is encrypted but they slip up here and there. :)
I've come across a few baby monitors and a KFC drive through. "I want a bucket of chicken!"
Scanning has alerted me to severe weather I may not have known about. I hear about it first before all my friends do.
Scanning has helped me avoid huge traffic jams on I-44. One time, I took a detour on Route 66 and laughed over at all the poor suckers waiting in line that stretched for miles, on a hot summer afternoon.
Anyway, I think this is a cool hobby.
I'd be happy to hear any of your stories about how it was "back in the day." 1950-1990.
I got started in this hobby kinda late. Got into it last year at age 26. But, I'm having fun listening to stuff I find. I don't use Radioreference's database for the most part. I prefer to go "treasure hunting" and find it all for myself. Half the fun really.
I enjoy listening to airplane traffic. I heard an emergency in the air, last weekend about a total hydraulic failure some commercial plane had.
The police are fun to listen to. With my new digital scanner I can hear the Highway Patrol again and people sure are snitches! calling the cops to report any little thing, haha.
It's neat to listen to the local army installation- Fort Leonard Wood. Most of it is encrypted but they slip up here and there. :)
I've come across a few baby monitors and a KFC drive through. "I want a bucket of chicken!"
Scanning has alerted me to severe weather I may not have known about. I hear about it first before all my friends do.
Scanning has helped me avoid huge traffic jams on I-44. One time, I took a detour on Route 66 and laughed over at all the poor suckers waiting in line that stretched for miles, on a hot summer afternoon.
Anyway, I think this is a cool hobby.
I'd be happy to hear any of your stories about how it was "back in the day." 1950-1990.
Custom searches of RadioReference
When I recently became aware of the possibility of creating custom 'getdaily' and 'getnew' searches using a list of excluded forums (the '&exclude' parameter), I realized the potential usefulness of this. I was so intrigued that I wrote a javascript program to create and edit custom searches.
With this program it's possible to select forums in any combination. Although I created the program for my own use, others might find it useful, so I've uploaded it to the web. Here's the link:
Custom links for getdaily and getnew searches of the RadioReference forums
New users should probably read the instructions.
With this program it's possible to select forums in any combination. Although I created the program for my own use, others might find it useful, so I've uploaded it to the web. Here's the link:
Custom links for getdaily and getnew searches of the RadioReference forums
New users should probably read the instructions.
Routing coax down B-pillar
I have an '04 dodge ram quad cab and I just drilled and installed my Larsen NMO 2/70B now I'm stuck as far as routing the coax down my B-pillar on the drivers side. There's a side curtain airbag that goes from the front of the drivers window to the back of the rear window. I've tried googling for locations of the side airbag so I have an idea of where I need to route it but I can't find anything that shows me what I'm looking for other than a deployed bag from a distance:
http://ift.tt/O84pyI
I'm tempted to just go fishing with a coat hangar and hope for the best but I don't want the coax getting in the way of anything.
I COULD drop the headliner, and trim pieces, etc. but I'd rather not. That's more work than I really want to deal with. BUT if I get frustrated enough, I just might!
Thanks!
http://ift.tt/O84pyI
I'm tempted to just go fishing with a coat hangar and hope for the best but I don't want the coax getting in the way of anything.
I COULD drop the headliner, and trim pieces, etc. but I'd rather not. That's more work than I really want to deal with. BUT if I get frustrated enough, I just might!
Thanks!
P7100IP scan model : Never ending Power Up Self Test cycle
I had some issues with a P7100 scan model.
When attempting to update the feature string I noticed Radio Maintenance could not read the tracking nor feature data from the radio.
I used the default tracking data file for the radio. After that I was able to update the feature string and upload the personality without any errors.
Now the radio goes into the Power Up Self Test display in a never ending cycle.
Any ideas?
When attempting to update the feature string I noticed Radio Maintenance could not read the tracking nor feature data from the radio.
I used the default tracking data file for the radio. After that I was able to update the feature string and upload the personality without any errors.
Now the radio goes into the Power Up Self Test display in a never ending cycle.
Any ideas?
RCMP encrypted early perhaps ?
Unless it's a slow night , looks like lights out for RCMP listening online, NS West is silent ,and didn't hear any calls to dispatch on Pictou or Richmond Co. , just EHS .Figure there would be at least 1 call to 355 on one of these feeds, if this be the case the Broadcastify pages need to be changed .
New LAPD Channel List
Hello,
Does anyone have the new LAPD Channel list? They are starting to use new rovers and have reconfigured there channel lineup. The RTO's are starting to just name the new channel's and not broadcasting the old channel. For example "Switch to Valley Bureau Tac 1 Channel 41 on new rover Valley Bureau tac 1 channel 42 on old rover" is no longer happening. Thank You in advance.
Does anyone have the new LAPD Channel list? They are starting to use new rovers and have reconfigured there channel lineup. The RTO's are starting to just name the new channel's and not broadcasting the old channel. For example "Switch to Valley Bureau Tac 1 Channel 41 on new rover Valley Bureau tac 1 channel 42 on old rover" is no longer happening. Thank You in advance.
900 mhz XTL1500
Is this radio programmed with the Astro P25 CPS as the digital versions are?
Is extensive hex editing necessary to program in the amateur 902/927 band?
Time to move away from the MCS2000 series and the XTL1500 shows up at times at a reasonable price.
thanks....
Is extensive hex editing necessary to program in the amateur 902/927 band?
Time to move away from the MCS2000 series and the XTL1500 shows up at times at a reasonable price.
thanks....
NH State police using encryption?
Not sure if my P25 signal is weak or of NHSP F troop is using encryption on the "M" repeater site. FYI monitoring with a XTL5000 and it's coming in like its encrypted (mobiles talking to dispatch-dispatch is loud and clear) Anybody else experiencing this?
AS
AS
VT AOT
Just got a close call hit tonight from a bunch of VT AOT trucks talking back and forth. Some pretty interesting conversations on 159.075 PL 146.2.
ULS License - Public Safety Pool, Conventional License - KG2892 - VERMONT, STATE OF
Any other frequencies like this used in the area?
ULS License - Public Safety Pool, Conventional License - KG2892 - VERMONT, STATE OF
Any other frequencies like this used in the area?
Redington-Fairview EMS Dispatch-OPEN MIC for months!
This feed has an open mic since at least November..reported it twice...
Redington-Fairview EMS Dispatch
checking the archives every day is the same..open mic..
Redington-Fairview EMS Dispatch
checking the archives every day is the same..open mic..
North Adams MA loses cell service
Front Page | WPRI.com
Has anyone heard anything regarding this today and whether any hams have been helping out with communications?
Has anyone heard anything regarding this today and whether any hams have been helping out with communications?
dimanche 30 mars 2014
Richland county
Anyone from Richland County or nearby? I could really use some help with local frequencies. Thanks
id #
Listening to my uniden today and this ID # came up and was talking alot. The only thing it displayed was id 8429. The talk was unit 1 to all SRT units. 15 - 17 units sounded off and in the location of route 19 around oak hill. Can not find anything with this number. unless i am over looking something.
Problem with favorites list
I'm having trouble getting my scanner to correct monitor a custom favorites list that I made and was hoping someone could shed some light on what I'm doing wrong.
I build special favorites lists sometimes based on the areas I want to monitor (Los Angeles is so densely populated, and has so many different agencies, systems, and frequencies that its actually more efficient than using GPS or Zip Code for me to make my own location based favorites).
For example, when in the San Fernando Valley, I have a favorites list of the corresponding LAPD, LAFD, and CHP channels for those areas called "Sherman Oaks"
I break it down further by assigning those agencies quick keys for quick on/off toggle.
In Hollywood/LA city I have the LAPD/LAFD and CHP channels for that area in another favorites list called "Hollywood"
I created a favorites list that combines both of these (sort of a greatest hits of the areas I'm in most of my day) called "shoakswood" but I noticed that even though that favorites lists contains the two sub lists "Sherman Oaks" and "Hollywood" that it actually only monitors/acknowledges the Sherman Oaks part of the favorite list.
I've tried everything, changing settings, renaming, assigning quick keys, making sure "download" and "monitor" are ON in sentinel etc, but all to no avail.
Any tips?
here's a link to the HPE file if you want to take a peek.
http://ift.tt/1mmAOO5
Thanks!
I build special favorites lists sometimes based on the areas I want to monitor (Los Angeles is so densely populated, and has so many different agencies, systems, and frequencies that its actually more efficient than using GPS or Zip Code for me to make my own location based favorites).
For example, when in the San Fernando Valley, I have a favorites list of the corresponding LAPD, LAFD, and CHP channels for those areas called "Sherman Oaks"
I break it down further by assigning those agencies quick keys for quick on/off toggle.
In Hollywood/LA city I have the LAPD/LAFD and CHP channels for that area in another favorites list called "Hollywood"
I created a favorites list that combines both of these (sort of a greatest hits of the areas I'm in most of my day) called "shoakswood" but I noticed that even though that favorites lists contains the two sub lists "Sherman Oaks" and "Hollywood" that it actually only monitors/acknowledges the Sherman Oaks part of the favorite list.
I've tried everything, changing settings, renaming, assigning quick keys, making sure "download" and "monitor" are ON in sentinel etc, but all to no avail.
Any tips?
here's a link to the HPE file if you want to take a peek.
http://ift.tt/1mmAOO5
Thanks!
Question about firmware and digital frequencies
Hi guys, new to scanning and just got my first scanner a bcd396xt. Very hard to figure out. Bought it used and it has firmware 1.08.14. What will updating it do for the scanner? I'm not picking up hardly any digital transmissions from the Ohio State highway patrol posts in my area. Does the firmware have anything to do with this? I've gathered the MARCS system went thru a rebanding recently. These things related? Please help thanks
DSD or DSD+ Multiple Streams?
Is there a way to decode concurrent multiple streams using DSD or DSD+ in Windows? I am using multiple R820T dongles as receivers with Unitrunker and SDR#. I can now only listen to a single digital P25 transmission piping the SDR# output into DSD or DSD+. Nearly all of the systems in my area are now digital.
vx-7r locking up after charging
My 7r has developed a little problem recently. Been noticing that after charging the battery, the radio will lock up a few seconds after turning on. Nothing will work, will not power off.... I have to take the battery out for a few minutes, then when i put the battery back in, it will immediatly power back on itself. If I am quick enough, I can hit the power button to turn it off for a few minutes, then back on and its ok till i charge it again. On a side note, this also happens if i take the battery out and charge it alone without the radio.
Anyone else have this issue?
Anyone else have this issue?
Mototrbo/DMR 462.700
Am I hearing DMR/Mototrbo on 462.700 here in Omaha / Council Bluffs IA any one?
or if you can tell me what I might be hearing. Thanks
or if you can tell me what I might be hearing. Thanks
NFM Vs. WFM Vs. FM Questions, Please
Hello,
Some questions re NFM vs FM, vs WFM, please:
a. I believe that Police, Fire, Railroads, and "Public Service" now are all on NFM.
True ?
b. But what about Maritime, such as for the C.G. ? Fishing and pleasure boats, etc. the same ?
c. What about Commercial Air ? (do they use any fm at all ?)
d. What about MIL Air ?
Thanks,
Bob
Some questions re NFM vs FM, vs WFM, please:
a. I believe that Police, Fire, Railroads, and "Public Service" now are all on NFM.
True ?
b. But what about Maritime, such as for the C.G. ? Fishing and pleasure boats, etc. the same ?
c. What about Commercial Air ? (do they use any fm at all ?)
d. What about MIL Air ?
Thanks,
Bob
SDR as ghost box?
I was wondering if it was possible to use SDR as a "ghost box". I personally don't put much stock in them being a connection to the spirit world or whatnot, but I think it would make for a fun project or program. Basically what they do is scan about 15 FM station radio bands per second or something. Is this possible, been thought of or done before? I have seen devices that do this selling for 100 dollars or more on the internet (really!). Any thoughts welcome.
XPR programming
Hi There
Simple question but I can't seem to figure it out.
I need to know if there can be a scan on/off beep and a nuisance delete beep programmed into these radios. I know it is possible on the HT and CDM series radios but I can't seem to find that alert selection in the motobro programming.
Thanks
Simple question but I can't seem to figure it out.
I need to know if there can be a scan on/off beep and a nuisance delete beep programmed into these radios. I know it is possible on the HT and CDM series radios but I can't seem to find that alert selection in the motobro programming.
Thanks
Importing Frequencies
I am using Win 500 and want to import the marine frequencies. Win 500 doesn't use easy grab and I was going to use copy and paste to import them into Excel but the only way I can do the copy is if I do one frequency at a time. It will not let me paste all of them at one time. I can use Arc500pro and paste them into it but have been using Win500. Any ideas as to how to get them into it? Thanks.
Feed Title Change Request
Could a moderator please change the title of feed #9705 Arizona Highway Patrol to "Northern Arizona Wildland Fire Communications" Thanks.
Uniden BCD436 vs. BCD536
Re: http://ift.tt/1pvKSWW
Anyone in the area interested/willing to do a brief "swap" of a 436 for a 536 to do some comparisons?
Anyone in the area interested/willing to do a brief "swap" of a 436 for a 536 to do some comparisons?
Most Active HF
Wondering if anyone could point me to some of the more active HF military (or govt.) HF freq. or nets. I have the GHFS programmed in already. I also put 11.220 in, as I seem to catch quite a few patches to that freq. from my location.
I have gone through all the wikis, and used monitoring times top 1000 HF lists PDF (very good by the way). I am not a hardcore HF utility guy, but I am really starting to enjoy this type of listening. I am about 200 miles from Offutt, if that matters. I only have portables for this type of listening, I use a Kenwood TH-F6A with a telescoping antenna, and a DX398. Not the most ideal I know, but its what I have.
Just hoping to add a few more freq. to my radios. Thanks for any advice/help, Mike
I have gone through all the wikis, and used monitoring times top 1000 HF lists PDF (very good by the way). I am not a hardcore HF utility guy, but I am really starting to enjoy this type of listening. I am about 200 miles from Offutt, if that matters. I only have portables for this type of listening, I use a Kenwood TH-F6A with a telescoping antenna, and a DX398. Not the most ideal I know, but its what I have.
Just hoping to add a few more freq. to my radios. Thanks for any advice/help, Mike
Communicating with Pro-197
I recently picked up a Pro-197 scanner and was interested in developing a Java application to manage it (mainly because there doesn't appear to be any free software options), however after some searching, I wasn't able to find any API information that would explain what I'm sending/receiving via the COM port.
Does this documentation exist someplace?
Does this documentation exist someplace?
APD feed
Awesome move airing EVENT 1 on your feed so the protesters could monitor. No need to wonder why ALL traffic will be encrypted with the new system, Jones....I hope you had lots of hits on your feed.
APD Command Post "EVENT 1 has been compromised and they are monitoring our traffic, for officer safety meet at..."
APD Command Post "EVENT 1 has been compromised and they are monitoring our traffic, for officer safety meet at..."
Buncombe County, Nc - Feed Survey Question?
I have been providing Buncombe County 700Mhz system for months now and I only get a max of two people streaming. With this said its look like to me this is a wast of resources and time. So the Question is what can I do to make my feed better and get more people to start listing to my feed, What would you alike to hear on my feed?
BCD536HP reception worse than my 436HP
One thing I've noticed about my 536HP is that my 436 receives noticeably better than it which is hugely disappointing.
I have both my 536 and 436 programmed with identical favorites lists/settings but I notice when monitoring most of my various departments the 436 picks up must faster/more often, and generally just better than my 536.
I've confirmed this behavior with both stock antennas, upgraded small antennas, and also my large exterior wideband discone.
The 436 even receives much better when using the stock antenna vs the 536 with my external discone.
Any help ideas or tips is greatly appreciated. At this point I'm just about ready to return my 536 and call it quits which would be a sad end of my forrays into the new uniden line.
I have both my 536 and 436 programmed with identical favorites lists/settings but I notice when monitoring most of my various departments the 436 picks up must faster/more often, and generally just better than my 536.
I've confirmed this behavior with both stock antennas, upgraded small antennas, and also my large exterior wideband discone.
The 436 even receives much better when using the stock antenna vs the 536 with my external discone.
Any help ideas or tips is greatly appreciated. At this point I'm just about ready to return my 536 and call it quits which would be a sad end of my forrays into the new uniden line.
new headphone issue after recall
Thanks for Upman and uniden for doing their best to address the issues of the 536 for us early adopters in the best way possible.
I receive my replacement 536 back this week but am still having some issues with the headphone jack. Aside from incredible noise (I got past that using a ground loop isolator) I've now noticed that there is a "pop" at the end of all transmissions received.
This doesn't happen when using the rear audio out, only the headphone jack. You can hear the noise I'm speaking of by monitoring my feed, you'll hear a small but sharp "pop" at the end of all transmissions (also at
the start of many).
LAPD - Citywide Dispatch and Hot Shots/Code 3
Any help? advice?
most recent firmware installed.
I'm just about ready to throw my hands up :-(
Thanks much
I receive my replacement 536 back this week but am still having some issues with the headphone jack. Aside from incredible noise (I got past that using a ground loop isolator) I've now noticed that there is a "pop" at the end of all transmissions received.
This doesn't happen when using the rear audio out, only the headphone jack. You can hear the noise I'm speaking of by monitoring my feed, you'll hear a small but sharp "pop" at the end of all transmissions (also at
the start of many).
LAPD - Citywide Dispatch and Hot Shots/Code 3
Any help? advice?
most recent firmware installed.
I'm just about ready to throw my hands up :-(
Thanks much
XTS question
I have a couple XTS3000s UHF 403-470mhz with the Motorola whip antenna. My question is in that band split would it damage the radio if I used a 7" 800mhz antenna? I really like the long Motorola antennas that have the "ball" at the end an I can only find those versions in 800mhz.
Thank you,
Tyler
Thank you,
Tyler
BCD436HP Data / Power port cover flaps open
As silly/tedious as this may sound, I've noticed that the little rubber flap on the right side of my scanner (it covers the usb, port etc.) constantly flaps open. No matter how tightly I seal it/secure it, it'll often pop right open after only a minute or two.
Anyone else noticed this?
Any tips/suggestions? It's incredible annoying and doesn't seem to be working as designed.
Anyone else noticed this?
Any tips/suggestions? It's incredible annoying and doesn't seem to be working as designed.
2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee mobile setup
ok so this is my current mobile set up in the Jeep still have a bit more work to do on it. let me know what you guys think
Radios,
Kenwood tk 762G vhf
kenwood tk 860G uhf
I just need to find a good spot to mount the mics and clean the mess of supplies out the truck this was taken right after i got the uhf in.
both radios are hooked up to a single switch for easy on and off
when not in use the arm rest can still close over them to give it a nice stock look
Radios,
Kenwood tk 762G vhf
kenwood tk 860G uhf
I just need to find a good spot to mount the mics and clean the mess of supplies out the truck this was taken right after i got the uhf in.
both radios are hooked up to a single switch for easy on and off
when not in use the arm rest can still close over them to give it a nice stock look
BC250D Digital Card
Howdy I kinda know what the answer to this might be but here goes nothing, Anybody still know of any sources out there to get a BCI25D Digital Card for my BC250D its no big deal if not but I would like to maybe find one. Thank You All
User name change
Hi
I just got my Tech ticket and would like to change my user name from Pizzafellow to my call sign KK4YVX.
How can I do that?
Thank you
I just got my Tech ticket and would like to change my user name from Pizzafellow to my call sign KK4YVX.
How can I do that?
Thank you
raspberry pi audio card recommendation
I got a raspberry pi on the way and would like to know what USB sound cards people have had work well for feeding.
firmware
Hi all I have a question. I have the latest firmware for the nx-200 . Will this firmware work on a nx-800 mobile. And if it won't does anyone know where to get it other than a dealer.
FCC Submission For Whistler
Wondering if any Whistler scanner has been submitted for FCC approval? I searched the FCC application site and found no entries. Figure six to eight weeks for that process and another six to eight, following, to appear on the market.
Where are the higher telescopic masts?
I am looking to go taller with my portable mast. Currently I own a great mast from here, and being 21 feet (6.4 meters) high, I am looking to grab an additional 10 to 20 feet (3 to 6.1 meters). I am not having much luck finding anyone that sells taller telescopic aluminum masts, and it seems there is nothing between this size and going all out with a larger tower, of which I have no room for. Ideally I would like to have at least 30 feet (9.1 meters). Does anyone know of a retailer or distributor that supplies such a mast? The requirements are the aforementioned height, lightweight, telescopic, and not necessarily portable, but somewhat manageable to stow away when not in use.
HP-1 HP1 Extreme
Here is my issue.. In discovery conventional mode CTCSS/DCS/NAC does not decode... On vhf p25 channels in discovery mode I hear the digital buzz but no decode... If I turn off the hp1e and then back on a few times it will start decoding the digital buzz channels with a pl of CTCSS 67...
and analog will start decoding CTCSS and DCS tones but then it stops...
Also when in Listen mode holding on the same channel 156.21 MHz pl 114.8 for example will not pick up.
However the bct15x with same pl on same channel never misses a beat...
both have a RH77CA diamond antenna on them with same 90 degree bnc adapter plus the hp1e has a bcd396xt sma to bnc adapter...
Is this an issue anyone else seems to have?
even holding on any frequency with the correct verified pl programmed it does not receive it unless I power cycle the scanner 3 to 4 times then it receives again...
Also on some channels in the HP1E when I program a subtone and go back to check on it later by going to menu>advanced menu> advanced options>edit favorites list> select favorites list> select system> edit department> select department> edit channel> select channel> set audio type> analog> ctcss> no tones are listed at all...
Power down scanner and turn it on and off 3 or 4 times then the CTCSS/DCS tones appear...
anyone else verify this on their hp1e if it goes quiet and stops receiving?
and analog will start decoding CTCSS and DCS tones but then it stops...
Also when in Listen mode holding on the same channel 156.21 MHz pl 114.8 for example will not pick up.
However the bct15x with same pl on same channel never misses a beat...
both have a RH77CA diamond antenna on them with same 90 degree bnc adapter plus the hp1e has a bcd396xt sma to bnc adapter...
Is this an issue anyone else seems to have?
even holding on any frequency with the correct verified pl programmed it does not receive it unless I power cycle the scanner 3 to 4 times then it receives again...
Also on some channels in the HP1E when I program a subtone and go back to check on it later by going to menu>advanced menu> advanced options>edit favorites list> select favorites list> select system> edit department> select department> edit channel> select channel> set audio type> analog> ctcss> no tones are listed at all...
Power down scanner and turn it on and off 3 or 4 times then the CTCSS/DCS tones appear...
anyone else verify this on their hp1e if it goes quiet and stops receiving?
Muskingum SO - moved to MARCS IP
Just to affirm that they have moved, been monitoring for 48 hours and have not noticed any MARCS activity.
EID recovery
I have a subscription to MotoTrbo CPS, and received the 25khz entitlement key (HKVN4046A) several months ago.
I just downloaded CPS to my new laptop, and need the EID so I can continue to use 25khz frequencies.
How do I recover my EID from my MOL account?
Thank you
I just downloaded CPS to my new laptop, and need the EID so I can continue to use 25khz frequencies.
How do I recover my EID from my MOL account?
Thank you
Traveling from New Brunswick Canada to NYC
Hey folks,
We are traveling from New Brunswick to New York City. We've done the trip before, but this time I'd like to limit the frequencies I'm scanning on the way down and back. I'm wanting to scan the frequencies that will tell us if there is anything that will effect our travels along the way.
We are planning on taking the 95 series highways to the Worcester area, then 84 to 91 and back onto the 95 series into New Jersey where our hotel is.
I'm thinking State Police and DOT, but are there any other suggestions for those who may travel the route? I have some feedback on Maine. I'm wondering if anyone here has some thoughts on monitoring through to NYC. We are actually staying across the river in NJ.
Joe
We are traveling from New Brunswick to New York City. We've done the trip before, but this time I'd like to limit the frequencies I'm scanning on the way down and back. I'm wanting to scan the frequencies that will tell us if there is anything that will effect our travels along the way.
We are planning on taking the 95 series highways to the Worcester area, then 84 to 91 and back onto the 95 series into New Jersey where our hotel is.
I'm thinking State Police and DOT, but are there any other suggestions for those who may travel the route? I have some feedback on Maine. I'm wondering if anyone here has some thoughts on monitoring through to NYC. We are actually staying across the river in NJ.
Joe
BCDx96XT 996XT Custom Search question
Somehow, and I have no idea how, I must have hit the wrong combination of buttons because now whenever I turn on my 996XT, along with whatever I have scanning, it also searches thru the Custom 10 search. Even if I have all quick keys off, it will search thru Custom 10.
Question....how do I turn that off? I've looked thru the easier to read manual, but that wasn't much help. It's probably there and i just didn't see it due to lack of sufficient amounts of coffee. LOL.
If anyone can provide some help, I'd greatly appreciate it. Many thanks in advance.
:)
Question....how do I turn that off? I've looked thru the easier to read manual, but that wasn't much help. It's probably there and i just didn't see it due to lack of sufficient amounts of coffee. LOL.
If anyone can provide some help, I'd greatly appreciate it. Many thanks in advance.
:)
Traveling from New Brunswick to NYC
Hey folks,
We are traveling from New Brunswick to New York City. We've done the trip before, but this time I'd like to limit the frequencies I'm scanning on the way down and back. I'm wanting to scan the frequencies that will tell us if there is anything that will effect our travels along the way.
We are planning on taking the 95 series highways to the Worcester area, then 84 to 91 and back onto the 95 series into New Jersey where our hotel is.
I'm thinking State Police and DOT, but are there any other suggestions for those who may travel the route?
Joe
We are traveling from New Brunswick to New York City. We've done the trip before, but this time I'd like to limit the frequencies I'm scanning on the way down and back. I'm wanting to scan the frequencies that will tell us if there is anything that will effect our travels along the way.
We are planning on taking the 95 series highways to the Worcester area, then 84 to 91 and back onto the 95 series into New Jersey where our hotel is.
I'm thinking State Police and DOT, but are there any other suggestions for those who may travel the route?
Joe
New Site? DTRS or FRCC
No Metro Fire licensing a new site. Imagine this is to fill in for lost coverage.
Since they used to get dispatch from both Broomfield & Adcom I guess it could be either system unless someone has some details.
Chuck
SY WQTQ632
North Metro Fire Rescue
[PROVIDING FIRE PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES]
Control Point 1 - 101 Lamar Street, Broomfield CO 303-452-9910
(link)
03/25/2014 License Issued
1 - Omni, 500 Interlocken Blvd, Broomfield (BROOMFIELD) CO [Structure: Building] (map)
[Antenna 1 - HTT: 50.3m Polarization: Vertical Gain: 9.0dBi Azimuth: 360.0° HAAT: 27.6m]
770.05625 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
771.90625 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
772.28125 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
772.53125 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
772.78125 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
2 - Subscribers, 32.0 km radius around fixed location 1
800.05625 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
801.90625 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
802.28125 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
802.53125 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
802.78125 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
Since they used to get dispatch from both Broomfield & Adcom I guess it could be either system unless someone has some details.
Chuck
SY WQTQ632
North Metro Fire Rescue
[PROVIDING FIRE PROTECTION AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES]
Control Point 1 - 101 Lamar Street, Broomfield CO 303-452-9910
(link)
03/25/2014 License Issued
1 - Omni, 500 Interlocken Blvd, Broomfield (BROOMFIELD) CO [Structure: Building] (map)
[Antenna 1 - HTT: 50.3m Polarization: Vertical Gain: 9.0dBi Azimuth: 360.0° HAAT: 27.6m]
770.05625 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
771.90625 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
772.28125 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
772.53125 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
772.78125 FB2 Ant: 1 100p 400e Units: 1 11K2F1W
2 - Subscribers, 32.0 km radius around fixed location 1
800.05625 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
801.90625 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
802.28125 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
802.53125 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
802.78125 MO Ant: 1 30p 30e Units: 500 11K2F1W
GPS problems with bcd536
Is anyone using GPS on there bcd536 yet? I am trying but it is not working. I plug in the GPS antenna and on the top line of the scanner GPS comes on, but nothing happens. Does any one know how long the initial review in the scanner takes after the antenna is plug in? I am using the antenna that I used in my 996XT
samedi 29 mars 2014
NWS Des Moines Area MICRN Severe Weather Net
I'm looking for someone who is a severe weather, radio equipment, or police scanner enthusiast. This spring I might set up a online streaming weather radio feed. I will provide the scanner and computer equipment, I just need someone with a view of the southern sky. The radio tower is located in southern Story county. I might get better results if I can find someone in Ames, Kelly, Slater, Huxley. Here is the stream I'm looking to put back online: NWS Des Moines Area MICRN Severe Weather Net
NWS Des Moines Area MICRN Severe Weather Net
NWS Des Moines Area MICRN Severe Weather Net
Newbie can't recieve local police dept.
Just got my first scanner, a bcd396xt. For some reason I get nothing when tuned into my hometown police dept which is Shelby, frequency is 155.640. Also another local department Lexington has the exact same freq listed in the RR database, they have different tones though, can't get that one either. Please help thanks!
Fresno Area: Check if 406.2125 active
Two years ago, I monitored a P25 control channel on 406.2125 as I was driving through Fresno County along I-5. It was added to the DB, but we did not receive any additional information.
If anyone is in the Fresno County area and wouldn't mind checking to see if it's still active, it would be appreciated. If it's not, I'd like to remove it from the DB.
A link to the system is below:
Unknown Gov UHF Trunking System, , California - Scanner Frequencies
A link to original thread is below:
http://ift.tt/1hN6LLe
Side note, it could be FCI Mendota, but at the time of the discovery, it hadn't been completely built yet so we were unable to confirm.
Thanks!
If anyone is in the Fresno County area and wouldn't mind checking to see if it's still active, it would be appreciated. If it's not, I'd like to remove it from the DB.
A link to the system is below:
Unknown Gov UHF Trunking System, , California - Scanner Frequencies
A link to original thread is below:
http://ift.tt/1hN6LLe
Side note, it could be FCI Mendota, but at the time of the discovery, it hadn't been completely built yet so we were unable to confirm.
Thanks!
diamond 789 vs rh770 telescopics
I'm after a new antenna for my yaesu ft-60 and am wondering which of these would be best for scanning all the bands and U/VHF tx when out campng/hiking etc
I'm thinking 789 would be a bit lighter and with the hinge less prone to stress on the small connector
are there better telescopic options than these two? I also have a nagoya 771 which was supposed to be great wide receive but not impressed with it at all
also there are a few clones of the diamond rh770 are they identical under a different name or are they inferior?
thanks for any insight
rh770
RH770 Diamond / Harvest Product Reviews
789
Diamond RH789 SRH789 Antenna
I'm thinking 789 would be a bit lighter and with the hinge less prone to stress on the small connector
are there better telescopic options than these two? I also have a nagoya 771 which was supposed to be great wide receive but not impressed with it at all
also there are a few clones of the diamond rh770 are they identical under a different name or are they inferior?
thanks for any insight
rh770
RH770 Diamond / Harvest Product Reviews
789
Diamond RH789 SRH789 Antenna
In line amp for external speaker
I have an external speaker not amplified. How could I make it work with my home patrol scanner? Would an online amp work and if so, where can I get one?
BCD396T flash-rom test error now says rom error after updating
i need help please my brother is mad he wanted me to update the bcd396t i did everything right an it was updating 1/3 at the end of first on it said flash-test rom error using the esn-loader please help
TCSO Moving Their Dispatch
Heard from various sources that TCSO is moving their dispatch to a new location away from Tulsa 911. Wonder why?
Cincinnati, Ohio 2 Alarm, 132 Sheehan Ave
Cincinnati, Ohio 2 Alarm, 132 Sheehan Ave, FG02 #CFDGoingtoWork has gone defensive with move ups taking place within the city.
10 Toyota Corolla mag mount antenna
I have a Radio Shack mag mount antenna to use with my Home patrol scanner. Would it be best to mount it in the center or side of the trunk lid? Also, what is the best way to keep the coax from being pinched when the trunk closes? Need suggestions! !
SWR readings on a folded dipole for 2 meters
Using schematic plans from the internet, I made a folded dipole antenna for 2 meters out of copper wire instead of copper tubing. I am getting rather bizzare readings from the MFJ-269 antenna analyzer, though. Here is a sample of the readings:
MFJ-269 Readings
Frequency / SWR / Rs / Xs
134.000 / 1.1 / 38 / 0
140.000 / 1.2 / 37 / 0
144.000 / 1.5 / 33 / 5
145.000 / 1.7 / 29 / 0
146.000 / 1.8 / 25 / 0
147.000 / 1.9 / 21 / 0
148.000 / 2.0 / 18 / 0
152.000 / 1.9 / 25 / 0
156.000 / 1.5 / 46 / 20
159.000 / 1.5 / 49 / 22
I have no idea what to make of this. Bad soldering job, of where I soldered the shieldings together? Bad RG8X cable (22 feet long)? Is it because I used copper wire instead of copper tubing? Faulty meter? Some combination of these? What did I do wrong?
MFJ-269 Readings
Frequency / SWR / Rs / Xs
134.000 / 1.1 / 38 / 0
140.000 / 1.2 / 37 / 0
144.000 / 1.5 / 33 / 5
145.000 / 1.7 / 29 / 0
146.000 / 1.8 / 25 / 0
147.000 / 1.9 / 21 / 0
148.000 / 2.0 / 18 / 0
152.000 / 1.9 / 25 / 0
156.000 / 1.5 / 46 / 20
159.000 / 1.5 / 49 / 22
I have no idea what to make of this. Bad soldering job, of where I soldered the shieldings together? Bad RG8X cable (22 feet long)? Is it because I used copper wire instead of copper tubing? Faulty meter? Some combination of these? What did I do wrong?
Reset radio
Hey forum guys and gals
i am trying to program an ex560, i have upgraded all software and firmware. i would like to know is there a way to reset radio to factory new, like just out of the box through cps or the radio itself?
thanks
matt
i am trying to program an ex560, i have upgraded all software and firmware. i would like to know is there a way to reset radio to factory new, like just out of the box through cps or the radio itself?
thanks
matt
IC-706 TX Fix - 2SC4081 transistor equivalent?
Fixing low HF output on a 706 (DAP222TL and 2SC4081 T107 on the filter board were bad).
I've been able to source DAP222TL but it seems all the usual places are out of 2SC4081 T107 (out of production) and the only place that does have it will only take orders of 500+
Is there any equivalent to this part?
Mouser has a 2SC4081 T106 which appears to have the same specs, but I'd rather not chance it. Does anyone here know if T106 works in the T107's place?
I've been able to source DAP222TL but it seems all the usual places are out of 2SC4081 T107 (out of production) and the only place that does have it will only take orders of 500+
Is there any equivalent to this part?
Mouser has a 2SC4081 T106 which appears to have the same specs, but I'd rather not chance it. Does anyone here know if T106 works in the T107's place?
FRCC Phase II
Now seeing Phase II table information on the Weld Simulcast and Nunn 800 sites.
No indication of Phase II activity so far on the Weld Simulcast cluster.
Table information is identical to those broadcast over FRCC 700 MHz sites.
No indication of Phase II activity so far on the Weld Simulcast cluster.
Table information is identical to those broadcast over FRCC 700 MHz sites.
M.c.s.o. Dayton trs
Units on le-3 involving ud campus crowd control, on dayton trs heard ud pd tac 1, also been hearing 49008. its listed as harrison twn fire backup but i been hearing it off and on all day. Sounds like maybe fire training? Having hard time hearing the Dayton trs system. Any one in the Dayton area if you catch this try to identify who this is. One time my brother caught radio id of 5672.
Sent from my M470BSA using Tapatalk
Sent from my M470BSA using Tapatalk
Study guides - Buy now or wait?
Just getting started, playing with a UV5R & learning a bit here and there.
I come from a fairly strong electronics background (pro TV/radio repair before out of high school, avionics in the service) so I'm confident on the basics of the tech side at least. But in looking at some of the practice tests, a solid electronics background isn't really the half of it. - I clearly need a study guide if for no other reason than to get some direction.
But ... the ultimate goal is passing the test which I gather is changing in June..?
I've been left dangling by changing tests and study tracks in the past (Novell, CNE training) and don't want to get "burned" by buying a guide to help with the test and having to buy another guide thats suited for the new test track..
Anyone have any ideas? - Should I just wait another year before bothering with a study guide?
Many thanks,
Norm
I come from a fairly strong electronics background (pro TV/radio repair before out of high school, avionics in the service) so I'm confident on the basics of the tech side at least. But in looking at some of the practice tests, a solid electronics background isn't really the half of it. - I clearly need a study guide if for no other reason than to get some direction.
But ... the ultimate goal is passing the test which I gather is changing in June..?
I've been left dangling by changing tests and study tracks in the past (Novell, CNE training) and don't want to get "burned" by buying a guide to help with the test and having to buy another guide thats suited for the new test track..
Anyone have any ideas? - Should I just wait another year before bothering with a study guide?
Many thanks,
Norm
2014 JBMDL Air Show
The web site for the May 10-11 Open House and Airshow, Wrightstown, Burlington County is now updated at the new http://ift.tt/1fAJYC3 site. Links to the schedule, directions, what you can bring in, media kit, et al,
The USAF Thunderbirds will be there.
Active frequencies noted from the 2012 show: http://ift.tt/1gDGrar/
HTH.
The USAF Thunderbirds will be there.
Active frequencies noted from the 2012 show: http://ift.tt/1gDGrar/
HTH.
800Frequency Transmissions only on Search Mode
I receive transmissions on 800 Frequency when in "Search" Mode but when I switch to the bank that has many of the same 800 Frequencies programmed into my R/S Pro 96..... I get nothing period.
Also when I lock in 155.56500 for OnslowCounty Sheriff dispatch (418) for over an hour....to listen to any NTBPD activiity... many times I hear absolutely nothing.
I live on the beach in NTB. Late at night it sometimes comes in when Scanner is in Bdrm on street side.
Is something wrong with my scanner or is it my location? Very frustrating. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.
JG
Also when I lock in 155.56500 for OnslowCounty Sheriff dispatch (418) for over an hour....to listen to any NTBPD activiity... many times I hear absolutely nothing.
I live on the beach in NTB. Late at night it sometimes comes in when Scanner is in Bdrm on street side.
Is something wrong with my scanner or is it my location? Very frustrating. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks.
JG
Unknown source, possibly Pirate, 17975 kHz, AM, March 29, 2014
17975 kHz, AM, 1515 UTC, March 29, 2014, transmission of presidential speeches. Up to S8 here locally, but most often about S5. Still on at this time (1423 UTC).
Unknown sourced transmission, might be a pirate or might not. It is not a listed on any schedules, so probably not a regular BC station. If it is a pirate it is an unusual one.
Started prior to 1515 UTC, that was when I first noticed it. Looks like a 20 or 21 minute loop of JFK’s inaugural speech and a couple of FDR’s Fireside chats. Loop just repeats over and over, has gone through 3+ cycles so far with no variations or IDs.
This same transmission was reported in Aug, 2013 on 9225 kHz, and about 12 days ago (March 17, 2014) on 17795 kHz.
T!
Unknown sourced transmission, might be a pirate or might not. It is not a listed on any schedules, so probably not a regular BC station. If it is a pirate it is an unusual one.
Started prior to 1515 UTC, that was when I first noticed it. Looks like a 20 or 21 minute loop of JFK’s inaugural speech and a couple of FDR’s Fireside chats. Loop just repeats over and over, has gone through 3+ cycles so far with no variations or IDs.
This same transmission was reported in Aug, 2013 on 9225 kHz, and about 12 days ago (March 17, 2014) on 17795 kHz.
T!
Aircraft lockout ?
Hi all,
I am using my 536HP and starting to learn the functions. However, I have locked out aircraft band and still pick up Boston flight traffic. Any idea what other band this may fall under?
73'
kevin
I am using my 536HP and starting to learn the functions. However, I have locked out aircraft band and still pick up Boston flight traffic. Any idea what other band this may fall under?
73'
kevin
Fairfield Co. Testing Digital
I heard from a very reliable source that Fairfield County Sheriff is planning to switch their radio system to a non-trunked, digital system. Some components are being tested presently, but no official timetable at this time.
csp
what is going on with troop D and E I cant hear them I hear troop C and K I hear every other troop
Need discriminator-tap done on my pro 164 scanner
I need a discriminator-tap done on my pro 164 scanner if you live near me in Ma I will pay $50 for you to Tap my pro 164 scanner you must have your own tools and what ever you need to do it with
P25 Skip Question
Back when Houston PD was very active, I used to hear them from time to time in Waco, Texas using analog UHF. Although the signal would fade a bit, it was still possible to follow the action.
Today, I was reading a post that prompted me to ask myself, "how does skip affect P25 transmissions, particularly on VHF trunking or VHF conventional?
I would appreciate some feedback on this.
Today, I was reading a post that prompted me to ask myself, "how does skip affect P25 transmissions, particularly on VHF trunking or VHF conventional?
I would appreciate some feedback on this.
Grand Prix Of St. Petersburg
So far all Fire/ Rescue Ops for the event are on FD 1C. Anybody know what channels St. Pete PD are using?
BCDx36HP Radio ID's vs P2
Didn't see this one officially reported...
On Phase 2 TDMA TG calls the radio ID will only populate if it's caught on the original channel grant over the control channel. It appears the radio won't get the ID from the voice channel.
On Phase 2 TDMA TG calls the radio ID will only populate if it's caught on the original channel grant over the control channel. It appears the radio won't get the ID from the voice channel.
HELP..My Feed is down
My York County, PA feed for Fire, ATR and EMA is down and wont come back on line.. I have tried a fresh copy of scannercast from RR and running it (After I deleted the old copy) with NO LUCK..
Any help will be appreciated as I have many listeners and hate being off line..
Dave
Any help will be appreciated as I have many listeners and hate being off line..
Dave
Athens Ohio Police MARCS
During the fest that is currently going on in Athens, Ohio, APD keeps telling some officers to use the MARCS channel for certain things instead of the normal conventional channel. I cannot find information on what the MARCS talkgroup is they are using, does anyone know how / where I can find out?
Thanks!
Thanks!
Searching all frequencies
Pro-197 Win 500 software. I have scanner set with the talkgroups and frequencies that I want and need and the scanlists are 1-7 which I turn off several at a time so I can just listen to certain groups. My question is this...I don't want to do a ID scan but want to do a open scan not using the talkgroups how would I do this? I want to do an open scan of all the frequencies, will I need another program? I want to see what talkgroups are being used and if there are any new ones being used. I hope this makes sense?
Ashabula County
Ashtabula County, Ohio doesn't seem to use the Buckeye State Sheriffs Association [Signals and Codes.] Is there someone that knows the ones they use. Thank You
PRO-96 battery cover ?
I need a replacment battery cover for a PRO-96 , anyone have one or info where to find one?
Unitrunker - No GRE Models
Greetings
I'm using version 1.0.27.18 and i do not see any GRE receivers in the drop down box for inline or control.
vince48
I'm using version 1.0.27.18 and i do not see any GRE receivers in the drop down box for inline or control.
vince48
Voice of America
Is Voice Of America broadcasting to North America?Last night I was able to listen to VOA and the audio was good.
Cartel Radio Network
Radio Tecnico: How The Zetas Cartel Took Over Mexico With Walkie-Talkies | Popular Science
Good read on Zetas extensive digital radio net.
Mike
Good read on Zetas extensive digital radio net.
Mike
Help !! My feed is down and I cant get it back up !!
My York Couny, PA Fire, EMS , EMA feed shows ONLINE and broadcasting on scannercast but when I check on line to hear my audio, it shows I'm online but the Red X is in the volume slider and nothing is heard... I have tried reloading scannercast and checking my conifg info with NO luck.. HELP
DOD Fort Meade Unknown Talkgroups
I've been hearing a lot of activity on the DOD system out of Fort Meade. Sounds likes talk around for the military police or the gate guards.
i1100250
i1100298
i1101148
i1101150
i1101153
Never seen TGID's like these before.
i1100250
i1100298
i1101148
i1101150
i1101153
Never seen TGID's like these before.
Help unlock my VX 900
I bought a used VX900U when I power it up it displays a message LOCKED. When I plug the programming cable it shuts down.
I was hoping it was an easy way to unlock it, otherwise I have to return it.
Thank
I was hoping it was an easy way to unlock it, otherwise I have to return it.
Thank
BCD436HP Sentinel Software question
How do I download frequencies from Radio Reference with the Sentinel Software? or can it be done
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RTL SDR INSTALLATION PROBLEM
hello please help me ….**Your Dongle is either not connected or not working properly.**
I finish the installation, letter by letter as described in the tutorial. Now it is time to start your radio! . Before I turn it on I see the following options in “Front End”
(1) FUNcube Dongle (2) SoftRock / Si570 (3) RTL-SDR / RTL 2832U
or (4) Other.
No matter which option I select( RTLSDR), your software hangs, then it hands me
the following error message:
“Your Dongle is either not connected or not working properly.”
I finish the installation, letter by letter as described in the tutorial. Now it is time to start your radio! . Before I turn it on I see the following options in “Front End”
(1) FUNcube Dongle (2) SoftRock / Si570 (3) RTL-SDR / RTL 2832U
or (4) Other.
No matter which option I select( RTLSDR), your software hangs, then it hands me
the following error message:
“Your Dongle is either not connected or not working properly.”
Is The PSR 800 a Good Radio?
Good Morning folks!
Since I own a PSR 800 (Which is now Currently being fixed) and never scanned Phase ll properly is it worth upgrading to something new like the 436HP?
I've read a lot of mixed reviews in the forums and really haven't come to solid conclusion....
So what do you guys think?
Since I own a PSR 800 (Which is now Currently being fixed) and never scanned Phase ll properly is it worth upgrading to something new like the 436HP?
I've read a lot of mixed reviews in the forums and really haven't come to solid conclusion....
So what do you guys think?
scratchy / robotic audio
moved my feed to another computer and now its really scratchy and sounds like robots speaking. Any ideas on how to fix it?
Decoding 3 channels of HFDL simultaneously
Decoding 3 channels of HFDL simultaneously, one receiver/antenna.
HiDef YOUTUBE video:
RTL-SDR, SDR Console 2.2 with x3 VFO w/MultiPSK, HFDLDisplay
http://ift.tt/1fxNgWK
This hobby is so much fun!
vy 73, de frank in Oregon
HiDef YOUTUBE video:
RTL-SDR, SDR Console 2.2 with x3 VFO w/MultiPSK, HFDLDisplay
http://ift.tt/1fxNgWK
This hobby is so much fun!
vy 73, de frank in Oregon
M1225 Tone muting
I have a Motorola M1225 Model: M43DGC90J2AA. When programming in tones for RX and TX the Tx tone works to open the repeater but the RX will receive anything no matter what tone if any. How do I get it mute anything but say 100hz PL tone?
Middlesex County Mass
Our daughter just got accepted to Brandeis for her post graduate studies (and on a full ride!). What I would like to know, is where are the good parts and where are the bad parts of Middlesex County and surrounding areas?
Dipole, Off-Center, Balun, No Balun, 50 or 75 Ohm Coax?
Just started playing with the home-brew antennas for my scanner family. I have 2 I am using now, plus 4 purchased antennas...
I've been reading, and reading, and looking at pictures, studying designs...
... and there's a few things that seem unclear to me:
1) for dipoles, real dipoles, center-fed, do you use 50 ohm or 75 ohm coax?
2) For center-fed dipoles do you use a balun?
3) For center-fed dipoles, do you used a balun ONLY if you used 75 ohm coax?
Again, this is for scanner use.
Also, just for listening, is the length of a center-fed dipole critical?
For instance, if a 36" dipole (2x 18") works well for 154 MHz and 440-470MHz, if the measurements were increased to 10' (2x 5'), will it bring in the signals better because there is more metal in the air?
prcguy mentioned in another thread that 1/2 wave is bad, but that was "end-fed". I believe "odd multiples" of a 1/4 wave were good, so would 2x 54" legs be better since they are 3x 18"?
I've got results from several antennas already, but I don't quite understand the results, or at least I don't want to draw conclusions from assumptions. I'll leave this for a later post till these basic questions are answered.
Thanks in advance :)
I've been reading, and reading, and looking at pictures, studying designs...
... and there's a few things that seem unclear to me:
1) for dipoles, real dipoles, center-fed, do you use 50 ohm or 75 ohm coax?
2) For center-fed dipoles do you use a balun?
3) For center-fed dipoles, do you used a balun ONLY if you used 75 ohm coax?
Again, this is for scanner use.
Also, just for listening, is the length of a center-fed dipole critical?
For instance, if a 36" dipole (2x 18") works well for 154 MHz and 440-470MHz, if the measurements were increased to 10' (2x 5'), will it bring in the signals better because there is more metal in the air?
prcguy mentioned in another thread that 1/2 wave is bad, but that was "end-fed". I believe "odd multiples" of a 1/4 wave were good, so would 2x 54" legs be better since they are 3x 18"?
I've got results from several antennas already, but I don't quite understand the results, or at least I don't want to draw conclusions from assumptions. I'll leave this for a later post till these basic questions are answered.
Thanks in advance :)
XTS3000 un-mute problems
Hello, I am currently experiencing an issue that has always given me trouble but now I really want to fix it. Basically I have a group of XTS3000's that will not un-mute until each radio is transmitted. It's the oddest thing and I really am baffled by this.
Basically if I attempt to contact one radio with another the receiving radio will show the busy channel indicator, however it will not put out audio unless I key up on the receiving radio for a second and then go back to receiving. The help file does not cover this type of situation and so I am turning to the professionals that do lurk for help. Any insight would be appreciated.
Basically if I attempt to contact one radio with another the receiving radio will show the busy channel indicator, however it will not put out audio unless I key up on the receiving radio for a second and then go back to receiving. The help file does not cover this type of situation and so I am turning to the professionals that do lurk for help. Any insight would be appreciated.
DIN Connectors...Problem?
I read a lot about people griping about older 5 pin DIN connectors. I've never seen one pull out as they usually fit pretty tightly despite claims to the contrary. The seem to really drive non-techincal users batty with the soldering and shell complexity over a regular locking connector. What's the big deal with these that people hate them so much?
New sdr user
Have had my Afedri sdr for about five days. Some minor issues, early on, but all is running well using HDsdr. Is there somewhere I can find a users guide to Hdsdr? I mean simple things like how to tune lsb/usb so I can understand it? Should you use AGC or AFC or both, for weak stations? Or do I simply need to find a basic guide to tuning regular shortwave receivers? I am mostly a scanner guy and shortwave confuses me.
Cincinnati Area Fedcom Logs
Week of 3/23/14. All monitored from Fairfield, OH except for the two TSA freqs. Locations and inputs included when noted.
165.2375 $167 - FBI? *See note below.
165.2875 $650 - BATFE Net 1 (166.5375 $650 in) "Radio check on Net 1, how do you copy?"
171.9875 $167 - FBI, Cincinnati FO *Usually only KQC390 with station ID and times. However, did hear a unit calling for a check on Ohio plates.
172.7125 $551 - CBP, Cincinnati IAP
172.9000 $001 - TSA Ch. 7 (169.3000 in), Dayton IAP
172.9000 $002 - TSA Ch. 5, Dayton IAP
173.1500 $167 - FBI, Cincinnati FO
*165.2375 only opens up for one second (no voice); does this several times over the course of each day. I did catch two units in Dayton earlier this week on the frequency, but the NAC was not logged on my recording and I can't confirm that it was the same.
165.2375 $167 - FBI? *See note below.
165.2875 $650 - BATFE Net 1 (166.5375 $650 in) "Radio check on Net 1, how do you copy?"
171.9875 $167 - FBI, Cincinnati FO *Usually only KQC390 with station ID and times. However, did hear a unit calling for a check on Ohio plates.
172.7125 $551 - CBP, Cincinnati IAP
172.9000 $001 - TSA Ch. 7 (169.3000 in), Dayton IAP
172.9000 $002 - TSA Ch. 5, Dayton IAP
173.1500 $167 - FBI, Cincinnati FO
*165.2375 only opens up for one second (no voice); does this several times over the course of each day. I did catch two units in Dayton earlier this week on the frequency, but the NAC was not logged on my recording and I can't confirm that it was the same.
Mobile use in Ford Hybird
Looking at taking my test in 2 weeks. I have a question about mobile unit for 10 or 2 meters use. I read another place that it was best to connect to the battery rather than thru cig. lighter socket.
I have 2013 Ford C-Max hybird. My battery is in back along with my main hybird battery, only dummy post in engine compartment. Does anyone have experience with hybird and ham radio mobile?
Will I get interference more from the small gas engine if running, then when in ev electric vehicle mode?
Looking for someone with hybird that can help. Also will be looking for a rig in few weeks also, what units would work good thru 12v cig. plug.
I have 2013 Ford C-Max hybird. My battery is in back along with my main hybird battery, only dummy post in engine compartment. Does anyone have experience with hybird and ham radio mobile?
Will I get interference more from the small gas engine if running, then when in ev electric vehicle mode?
Looking for someone with hybird that can help. Also will be looking for a rig in few weeks also, what units would work good thru 12v cig. plug.
FCC Data base
Just curious is anyone else having problems with FCC License Search Data base? When ever use the state/county section it does not allow you to scroll down the counties anymore.. system problem or my end.
Scanning use radioreference a lot along with FCC Database often.
Thanks
Steve
Scanning use radioreference a lot along with FCC Database often.
Thanks
Steve
PG County Undocumented Talkgroups
So I received my BCD536HP this week and started to do an ID Search on PG County's P25 system. As I have been listening there have been a few talkgroup IDs that are not in the RR database. I figured I would post them here and see if anyone else has heard them as well. I do not want to submit frequencies to the database admins when I have little to no knowledge about them myself.
- 2007: Police Tac?
- 1145: FD Training?
With users in this area starting to receive the newer Uniden scanners, has anyone else heard these channels? If so, any ideas?
- 2007: Police Tac?
- 1145: FD Training?
With users in this area starting to receive the newer Uniden scanners, has anyone else heard these channels? If so, any ideas?
kenwood
Can someone help me with information on a good kenwood with nextedge to buy to listen to our county sheriff. They just went next edge 155.490 and I think I will go with a nextedge radio and not a discrimator tap. Thank you for your help.
Auto located
This is auto locater from my police scanner bcd436hp
I can't post on Uniden threats
Estimated location Back to Nc
1.Essex MA
2. Worcester MA
3. Tolland MA
4.Sussex NJ
Berkeley WV
Frederick MD
Frederick VA
Madison VA
I can't post on Uniden threats
Estimated location Back to Nc
1.Essex MA
2. Worcester MA
3. Tolland MA
4.Sussex NJ
Berkeley WV
Frederick MD
Frederick VA
Madison VA
ARMER Radio Template Examples???
Was wondering if anyone knows the Zone/Talkgroup layout (i.e. radio channel template) used for ARMER radios for any of the following agencies?
- Hennepin County Fire
- Minneapolis Fire
- Ramsey County Fire
- St Paul Fire
A friend of mine wants me to formulate a WIN500 scanner file so his PSR500 replicates how an actual radio is laid out (or close to it).
Thanks in advance - PM's are welcome.
- Hennepin County Fire
- Minneapolis Fire
- Ramsey County Fire
- St Paul Fire
A friend of mine wants me to formulate a WIN500 scanner file so his PSR500 replicates how an actual radio is laid out (or close to it).
Thanks in advance - PM's are welcome.
PFD 800 Simulcast?
Lately while out and about I have heard PFD Dispatches Simulcast on one of the 800 frequencies I have listed as Desert Hills 867.20000 or 868.43750 and transmitting a NAC. Since I was driving I didn’t have the opportunity to look down at the scanner to catch exact frequency and NAC. Has anyone else heard this?
Thanks!
Thanks!
NASCAR Frequencies and Win500
I have a Pro106 that I use Win500 and a premium subscription of Radio Reference to program. Is there way to access the Radio Reference Database from Win500 and import frequencies or will I be forced to "manually" enter them into the Win500 program and then upload?
power supply for DMR radio?
will and power supply work for a mobile DMR radio (Motorola XPR 5550)?
switching Vs. linner?
switching Vs. linner?
vendredi 28 mars 2014
SDR Spectrum Analyzers
I know that there's probably not a single one of these that compare to a real, lab-grade SA. However most of us can't really justify spending several thousand dollars on a piece of test equipment that we might use a handful of times a year.
I'm looking at the Nuts About Nets RF Viewer ($79 + shipping) and the Signal Hound USB-SA44B ($919 + shipping)
RF Viewer looks like it's little more than a toy. I think it's funny that it's marketed as a wireless network testing took, yet it only covers 24 MHz to 1766 MHz so it can't even analyze most Wi-Fi signals. The Signal Hound unit looks like a more serious tool. It covers 1 Hz to 4.4 GHz and has a companion tracking generator available.
Has anybody got any experience with these? What other options are available?
I'm looking at the Nuts About Nets RF Viewer ($79 + shipping) and the Signal Hound USB-SA44B ($919 + shipping)
RF Viewer looks like it's little more than a toy. I think it's funny that it's marketed as a wireless network testing took, yet it only covers 24 MHz to 1766 MHz so it can't even analyze most Wi-Fi signals. The Signal Hound unit looks like a more serious tool. It covers 1 Hz to 4.4 GHz and has a companion tracking generator available.
Has anybody got any experience with these? What other options are available?
31.02 Fayetteville area heard in Ireland
Hi folks,
I wonder can anyone help. Im hearing what sounds like Police traffic on 31.02 from the Fayetteville area via skip here in Ireland.
One unit identifies as "Cumberland 030" - asking for vehicle checks and quoting North Carolina registrations. Also mentions of "Fort Bragg and Macpherson" (turns out to be a road in Fayetteville)
This kind of traffic was also noted on 10/24/13 when many roads in the Fayetteville area were heard being referenced.
PL is 123. Sometimes at good levels.
I dont see anything listed for NC on that freq that could be it. Any idea what exactly it is?
Paul Logan
Lisnaskea, N.Ireland
I wonder can anyone help. Im hearing what sounds like Police traffic on 31.02 from the Fayetteville area via skip here in Ireland.
One unit identifies as "Cumberland 030" - asking for vehicle checks and quoting North Carolina registrations. Also mentions of "Fort Bragg and Macpherson" (turns out to be a road in Fayetteville)
This kind of traffic was also noted on 10/24/13 when many roads in the Fayetteville area were heard being referenced.
PL is 123. Sometimes at good levels.
I dont see anything listed for NC on that freq that could be it. Any idea what exactly it is?
Paul Logan
Lisnaskea, N.Ireland
How many scanners do you own?
I currently only own four scanners. I will soon have five . Right now I have
GRE PSR 500, at the time of this posting it should be on the way back from Le Roy New york, repaired! This is my primary radio, and I've missed it!
Pro106 this is a secondary scanner with talkgroups I don't normally monitor . And lots of frequencies related to military aviation, also several federal government and military systems .
Pro164 this radio is exclusively used to stream my Seattle police and fire scanner feed.
Pro163 This has several LTR business systems with a lot of unknown businesses to monitor, I try figuring out who's who. This radio also has Centurylink field. Home of the Seattle Seahawks of the NFL and Seattle Sounders of major league soccer . Centurylink also hosts other events, like motocross etc. I also have lots of aviation frequencies in the radio related to the military .
I plan to get a BCD 436HP .
GRE PSR 500, at the time of this posting it should be on the way back from Le Roy New york, repaired! This is my primary radio, and I've missed it!
Pro106 this is a secondary scanner with talkgroups I don't normally monitor . And lots of frequencies related to military aviation, also several federal government and military systems .
Pro164 this radio is exclusively used to stream my Seattle police and fire scanner feed.
Pro163 This has several LTR business systems with a lot of unknown businesses to monitor, I try figuring out who's who. This radio also has Centurylink field. Home of the Seattle Seahawks of the NFL and Seattle Sounders of major league soccer . Centurylink also hosts other events, like motocross etc. I also have lots of aviation frequencies in the radio related to the military .
I plan to get a BCD 436HP .
Beeping Noise
Anyone know what the beeping noise is that comes up every few seconds when there is dead air?
Also I noticed some of APD's channels sound garbled. What is causing that?
Also I noticed some of APD's channels sound garbled. What is causing that?
ADS-B decoding with PP and Virtual Radar
I've just gotten everything set up to decode ADS-B using RTL1090 and either Plane Plotter or Virtual Radar. I've been told that not all planes are required to use this mode til 2020. With the ones that I do see (I"m on the 15th floor of a co-op right under the LGA flight path), there is rarely any LON/LAT info so nothing on the map of PP or VR. Am I missing something or is this just the way it is for now. I'm not sure what the point of purchasing PP is unless this info is there.
"Mystery Aircraft" Spotted Over Amarillo
'Mystery aircraft' over Texas draws speculation of real spy plane - Houston Chronicle
Some speculation here about it being some sort of new spy plane. Someone had reportedly intercepted some milair comms suggesting it had a pilot.
Some speculation here about it being some sort of new spy plane. Someone had reportedly intercepted some milair comms suggesting it had a pilot.
NMO Mount Installation in SECT?
Anyone know a place that can install two NMO mounts in/around New London?
Wouxun KG-UV2D observations
Here are some notes and observations of various Wouxun KG-UV2D "features".
I don't know how many of these apply to other firmware versions or other models.
Wouxun KG-UV2D
Firmware KGUV2D unknown rev.
S/N J11****
Probably manufactured in 11/2010
Roger Beep (Menu 06 ROGER)
Beginning of Transmission (BOT)
Delay time 380 mS
Tone 819 Hz 130 mS
End of Transmission (EOT)
No delay
No space between tones
1st tone 530 Hz 130 mS
2nd tone 742 Hz 130 mS
Squelch Tail Elimination (STE)
The radio sends a 55 Hz tone for ~220 mS when the PTT key is released.
This happens even with no transmit CTCSS tone selected (CSQ) and cannot be disabled.
When DCS (CDCSS) encode is enabled, the radio sends the standard CDCSS turnoff code (134.4 Hz tone) for ~220 mS when the PTT key is released.
The microphone remains hot while the STE 55 Hz tone or DCS 134.4 Hz turnoff code are being sent.
In decode mode if a signal with CTCSS or DCS is received and the tone is dropped, the squelch remains open for ~200 mS.
The radio will immediately close the squelch upon receiving the STE 55 Hz tone, even with no receive CTCSS tone selected (CSQ).
CTCSS/DCS Decoding
When in CTCSS or DCS decode mode the occasionally the audio will mute intermittently for no apparent reason.
The decoder or STE may be falsing on received voice audio.
Scanning
Scanning stops on any signal or noise even when in CTCSS/DCS decode mode.
Memory Loss Problem
Read about the Wouxun defective memory problem at Good-Bye-Wouxun
This particular unit developed the memory loss problem after about three years.
On this particular unit the problem only happens occasionally when switching from "Frequency Mode" to "Channel Mode".
When the memory loss problem happens to this unit, the top display goes to memory channel 0, which does not exist.
The KG-UV2D only has memories numbered 1-128.
If the unit is in CHFREQ mode the display will show frequency "???.????" and memory channnel "00".
If the unit is in CH mode the display will show "CH-000".
Changing channels fixes the problem temporarily with no loss of memory or settings.
Powering cycling the unit when it has the problem causes a full reset and loses all memories and settings.
I don't know how many of these apply to other firmware versions or other models.
Wouxun KG-UV2D
Firmware KGUV2D unknown rev.
S/N J11****
Probably manufactured in 11/2010
Roger Beep (Menu 06 ROGER)
Beginning of Transmission (BOT)
Delay time 380 mS
Tone 819 Hz 130 mS
End of Transmission (EOT)
No delay
No space between tones
1st tone 530 Hz 130 mS
2nd tone 742 Hz 130 mS
Squelch Tail Elimination (STE)
The radio sends a 55 Hz tone for ~220 mS when the PTT key is released.
This happens even with no transmit CTCSS tone selected (CSQ) and cannot be disabled.
When DCS (CDCSS) encode is enabled, the radio sends the standard CDCSS turnoff code (134.4 Hz tone) for ~220 mS when the PTT key is released.
The microphone remains hot while the STE 55 Hz tone or DCS 134.4 Hz turnoff code are being sent.
In decode mode if a signal with CTCSS or DCS is received and the tone is dropped, the squelch remains open for ~200 mS.
The radio will immediately close the squelch upon receiving the STE 55 Hz tone, even with no receive CTCSS tone selected (CSQ).
CTCSS/DCS Decoding
When in CTCSS or DCS decode mode the occasionally the audio will mute intermittently for no apparent reason.
The decoder or STE may be falsing on received voice audio.
Scanning
Scanning stops on any signal or noise even when in CTCSS/DCS decode mode.
Memory Loss Problem
Read about the Wouxun defective memory problem at Good-Bye-Wouxun
This particular unit developed the memory loss problem after about three years.
On this particular unit the problem only happens occasionally when switching from "Frequency Mode" to "Channel Mode".
When the memory loss problem happens to this unit, the top display goes to memory channel 0, which does not exist.
The KG-UV2D only has memories numbered 1-128.
If the unit is in CHFREQ mode the display will show frequency "???.????" and memory channnel "00".
If the unit is in CH mode the display will show "CH-000".
Changing channels fixes the problem temporarily with no loss of memory or settings.
Powering cycling the unit when it has the problem causes a full reset and loses all memories and settings.
Baofeng UV-5R observations
Here are some notes and observations of various Baofeng UV-5R "features".
I don't know how many of these apply to other firmware versions, other models, or clones made by other manufacturers.
Baofeng UV-5R
Firmware rev. BFS311 130903N
S/N US201311****
If the S/N is also a date code, then this unit was manufacturered in 11/2013.
Preloaded Factory Test Frequencies
Channel Freq Tone
1 452.125 69.3
2 453.225 91.5
3 454.325 136.5
4 455.425 151.4
5 456.525 192.8
6 457.625 241.8
7 458.725 025N
8 459.825 134N
9 461.925 274N
10 462.225 346N
11 463.325 503N
12 464.425 073R
13 465.525 703R
14 402.225
15 437.425
16 479.975
17 138.550
18 157.650
19 172.750
20 438.500
21 155.700
VFO A 155.500
VFO B 136.000
FM 100.7
DTMF
On firmware version BFS311, and possibly others, it is not possible to send a DTMF "D" tone.
Pressing the [EXIT] key sends "0" instead of "D".
The internal microphone is hot when DTMF/1750 burst tones are transmitted.
Pressing keypad keys while transmitting does not mute the mic.
The mic can pick up the sidetone from the speaker and overdrive or distort the transmitted tones.
Set Menu 16 DTMFST to OFF to keep the sidetone from interfering with transmitted tones.
Roger Beep (Menu 39 ROGER)
1st tone 1123 Hz 136 mS
2nd tone 865 Hz 202 mS
No delay
No space between tones
Receiver
Receiver sometimes makes light crackling sounds while the unit is moving, even when receiving extremely strong signals from a few feet away. It appears to be some type of SDR artifact.
Scanning
Scanning stops on any signal or noise even when in CTCSS/DCS decode mode.
Squelch
Setting Menu 0 SQL to 0 opens the squelch, settings 1-9 appear to be the same fixed level.
Squelch Tail Elimination (STE)
When Menu 35 STE is ON, the radio sends a 55 Hz tone for ~280 mS when the PTT key is released.
This occurs even if no CTCSS encode tone is selected (Menu 13 T-CTCS is OFF).
Setting Menu 35 STE to OFF disables this.
When CDCSS (DCS) encode is enabled, the radio sends the standard CDCSS turnoff code (134.4 Hz tone) for ~280 mS when PTT is released.
Setting Menu 35 STE to OFF disables this.
The microphone remains hot while the STE 55 Hz tone or CDCSS 134.4 Hz turnoff code are being sent.
In decode mode if a signal with CTCSS or DCS is received and the tone is dropped, the squelch remains open for ~2 S.
Menu 36 RP-STE and Menu 37 RPT-RL appear to have no function at all in any combination or with Menu 35 STE ON or OFF.
The radio will immediately close the squelch upon receiving the STE 55 Hz tone, even with no receive CTCSS tone selected (CSQ) and regardless of Menu 35 STE, Menu 36 RP-STE, and Menu 37 RPT-RL settings.
UV-5R Stock Dual Band Helical Antenna
Labeled 136-174, 400-520 MHz
Base is grounded.
Tap point 11 turns up from base. Has capacitor at tap point.
Top section 19 turns from tap point to end of coil has wider spacing.
Youtube video of antenna dissassembly Baofeng UV-5R+Plus antenna fault - YouTube
I don't know how many of these apply to other firmware versions, other models, or clones made by other manufacturers.
Baofeng UV-5R
Firmware rev. BFS311 130903N
S/N US201311****
If the S/N is also a date code, then this unit was manufacturered in 11/2013.
Preloaded Factory Test Frequencies
Channel Freq Tone
1 452.125 69.3
2 453.225 91.5
3 454.325 136.5
4 455.425 151.4
5 456.525 192.8
6 457.625 241.8
7 458.725 025N
8 459.825 134N
9 461.925 274N
10 462.225 346N
11 463.325 503N
12 464.425 073R
13 465.525 703R
14 402.225
15 437.425
16 479.975
17 138.550
18 157.650
19 172.750
20 438.500
21 155.700
VFO A 155.500
VFO B 136.000
FM 100.7
DTMF
On firmware version BFS311, and possibly others, it is not possible to send a DTMF "D" tone.
Pressing the [EXIT] key sends "0" instead of "D".
The internal microphone is hot when DTMF/1750 burst tones are transmitted.
Pressing keypad keys while transmitting does not mute the mic.
The mic can pick up the sidetone from the speaker and overdrive or distort the transmitted tones.
Set Menu 16 DTMFST to OFF to keep the sidetone from interfering with transmitted tones.
Roger Beep (Menu 39 ROGER)
1st tone 1123 Hz 136 mS
2nd tone 865 Hz 202 mS
No delay
No space between tones
Receiver
Receiver sometimes makes light crackling sounds while the unit is moving, even when receiving extremely strong signals from a few feet away. It appears to be some type of SDR artifact.
Scanning
Scanning stops on any signal or noise even when in CTCSS/DCS decode mode.
Squelch
Setting Menu 0 SQL to 0 opens the squelch, settings 1-9 appear to be the same fixed level.
Squelch Tail Elimination (STE)
When Menu 35 STE is ON, the radio sends a 55 Hz tone for ~280 mS when the PTT key is released.
This occurs even if no CTCSS encode tone is selected (Menu 13 T-CTCS is OFF).
Setting Menu 35 STE to OFF disables this.
When CDCSS (DCS) encode is enabled, the radio sends the standard CDCSS turnoff code (134.4 Hz tone) for ~280 mS when PTT is released.
Setting Menu 35 STE to OFF disables this.
The microphone remains hot while the STE 55 Hz tone or CDCSS 134.4 Hz turnoff code are being sent.
In decode mode if a signal with CTCSS or DCS is received and the tone is dropped, the squelch remains open for ~2 S.
Menu 36 RP-STE and Menu 37 RPT-RL appear to have no function at all in any combination or with Menu 35 STE ON or OFF.
The radio will immediately close the squelch upon receiving the STE 55 Hz tone, even with no receive CTCSS tone selected (CSQ) and regardless of Menu 35 STE, Menu 36 RP-STE, and Menu 37 RPT-RL settings.
UV-5R Stock Dual Band Helical Antenna
Labeled 136-174, 400-520 MHz
Base is grounded.
Tap point 11 turns up from base. Has capacitor at tap point.
Top section 19 turns from tap point to end of coil has wider spacing.
Youtube video of antenna dissassembly Baofeng UV-5R+Plus antenna fault - YouTube
Fed freq hit on pro 106 on 95 bridge
Hi guys, I've been signal stalking a LONG time, different scanners. While in Portsmouth NH this morning, got a few gmrs hits, ( 1 may be the social security building, need more tune in time ) but on my way onto the I-95 northbound RAMP, I got a hit.. i quickly pushed STORE. At the height of the 95 bridge, my signal stalker went off again with encryption .. So I hit STORE again.. I just got home, and heres what I caught. I have never heard these before..All I ever caught in Portsmouth was 408.200/p25 ...
418.675-nac-156 ,
418.750-nac-156
both encrypted, new to Portsmouth? Or did a signal travel 100 miles?
418.675-nac-156 ,
418.750-nac-156
both encrypted, new to Portsmouth? Or did a signal travel 100 miles?
158.97 NAC 165
Some mobiles in Wichita Falls on 158.97 NAC 165 simplex.
No IDs. They were talking about restaurants so I don't know if it was TABC or maybe hungry police dog school attendees from out of town.
No IDs. They were talking about restaurants so I don't know if it was TABC or maybe hungry police dog school attendees from out of town.
Low freq scanning
What type of scanner or equipment if any, would one need to monitor between 2.85240000 and 17.96540000 MHz I reckon it is, or is it KHz when it's that low.
Handheld with GPS?
I was just reading this thread and rather than "hijack" the thread I wanted to know if they sell a handheld marine radio with GPS?
DSD + and a C2000 radio system?
Can DSD + decode a C2000 radio system in the Netherlands? I plan on traveling there and I wanted to try. Although I don't speak Dutch. :lol: But it would be neat to try. Any scanners capable of C2000?
Odd feedback from Portland Police Talkgroups
Hello All,
I have a Uniden BC246T and have a good handful of the Portland Public Safety Frequencies programmed in and also have the main dispatch talkgroups (Central, N, E Precincts plus two Tactical groups). I've noticed that recently some broadcasts are coming across as static. Its not happening on a specific frequency or even a specific talkgroup.
Is this common? I would say 99% of the time all comms come through clear but occasionally someone is broadcasting and it could be on any of the talkgroups picked up on any of the frequencies and it just comes through as solid static.
I have a Uniden BC246T and have a good handful of the Portland Public Safety Frequencies programmed in and also have the main dispatch talkgroups (Central, N, E Precincts plus two Tactical groups). I've noticed that recently some broadcasts are coming across as static. Its not happening on a specific frequency or even a specific talkgroup.
Is this common? I would say 99% of the time all comms come through clear but occasionally someone is broadcasting and it could be on any of the talkgroups picked up on any of the frequencies and it just comes through as solid static.
PSR 500 back in my hands soon and possible new purchase.
I sent my GRE PSR 500 off for repair February 10th 2014 and it will be shipped back to me tomorrow, March 28th. I dropped it sometime in late January, early February. And, despite what appeared to be just cosmetic damage, there was also internal damage. The radio stopped working properly February 5th. It appeared to be scanning just fine. But there was no audio. G&G communications, LeRoy New York , was able to fix it for under $100.00 . The diagnosis was a cracked area of the pc board.
So my current radio line up is as follows
GRE PSR 500
Radio shack Pro106
Radio shack Pro 164 I use to stream my feed.
Radio shack Pro 163
I am considering purchasing the BCD 436HP, soon, likely from scannermaster.com There are a few systems in our area that would make the 436 very handy. I am hoping someone out there has the 436 hp. Or might be considering a purchase soon?!
So my current radio line up is as follows
GRE PSR 500
Radio shack Pro106
Radio shack Pro 164 I use to stream my feed.
Radio shack Pro 163
I am considering purchasing the BCD 436HP, soon, likely from scannermaster.com There are a few systems in our area that would make the 436 very handy. I am hoping someone out there has the 436 hp. Or might be considering a purchase soon?!
Emergency Traffic Stories
First off, I do not want a debate on what-if scenarios and legality of off-band transmissions during emergencies. This is strictly a recap of actual events and what happened afterwards (if it's known).
Basically I am curious if anyone out there has any stories of people whether HAMS or Civilians using radio frequencies, whether authorized to use them or not, to summon help in an emergency. No public safety personnel or "work place" stories because there would be thousands of those and people are generally expected to call for help on their radio at work if they have one.
The only instance that I am personally aware of comes from a radio transcript of FDNY Manhattan on 9/11, quoted below. This particular story is a civilian on a public safety frequency.
As for the outcome of what happened to this person, there's hardly any chance of finding out as this was transmitted before the second tower collapsed, likely on top of them. But they could have also been freed as the next tower didn't collapse for nearly half an hour after this call was made.
The full transcript can be found here: Transcripts (There is no further from this unidentified person).
To reiterate, this topic is not for debating the legality of the issue, just recapping the events as they happened. If you're thinking of trying to find some excuse to transmit on other bands just remember that an emergency is not a preplanned event. Besides, if you're planning what to do when you get trapped in a crushed fire truck under a collapsed 100-story building, you really need help there, Dwight Schrute.
Basically I am curious if anyone out there has any stories of people whether HAMS or Civilians using radio frequencies, whether authorized to use them or not, to summon help in an emergency. No public safety personnel or "work place" stories because there would be thousands of those and people are generally expected to call for help on their radio at work if they have one.
The only instance that I am personally aware of comes from a radio transcript of FDNY Manhattan on 9/11, quoted below. This particular story is a civilian on a public safety frequency.
Quote:
•DISPATCHER: Manhattan to Field Comm. •CIVILIAN: I'm a civilian. I'm trapped inside of one of your fire trucks underneath the collapse that just happened. •UNKNOWN UNIT: Standby. There's people close to you. •CIVILIAN: I can't breathe much longer. Save me! I'm in the cab of your truck. •DISPATCHER: Person transmitting a mayday. Where are you, K. •CIVILIAN: I just told you. It's north of the world trade center; there's the north pedestrian bridge. I think it collapsed when the partial building just collapsed. I was on the street. I don't have much air Please, help me! •RESCUE 2: Rescue 2 chauffeur, I copy that. I'm going to look for her. •DISPATCHER: 10-4. •DISPATCHER: Manhattan to Field Comm urgent K. •CIVILIAN: I can barely breath. Please send somebody. •DISPATCHER: Okay, the person calling for help. Listen to me. You need to calm down and relax. Standby, we do have somebody on the way. You're to maintain air. Get off the air. We do have somebody on the way over to you. You're to remain calm, 10-4? •CIVILIAN: 10-4. I'm in the cab of the truck. •DISPATCHER: 10-4. We do have people on the way over there. Manhattan to Field Comm urgent. |
As for the outcome of what happened to this person, there's hardly any chance of finding out as this was transmitted before the second tower collapsed, likely on top of them. But they could have also been freed as the next tower didn't collapse for nearly half an hour after this call was made.
The full transcript can be found here: Transcripts (There is no further from this unidentified person).
To reiterate, this topic is not for debating the legality of the issue, just recapping the events as they happened. If you're thinking of trying to find some excuse to transmit on other bands just remember that an emergency is not a preplanned event. Besides, if you're planning what to do when you get trapped in a crushed fire truck under a collapsed 100-story building, you really need help there, Dwight Schrute.
BCD436HP Bad Reception, send in or firmware?
While I have my 436 sitting next to my 396 both with stock antennas, both radios will stop on a distant VHF station and the 396 will be readable but the 436 is all static. I have read many posts saying the 436 is the most sensitive receiver that people have owned. I am not seeing that, in fact it is quite the opposite. Is it possible this may get fixed in a firmware update or should I send it in for repair? If few are having the issue, I am thinking it is not a firmware thing.
Portage county recycling?
I saw the portage county recycling truck and a mic cord hanging down in the cab does anyone know what there frequency they are on i searched the fcc database and came up with nothing.
Garbled Audio, Help!
Ok, I've got two scanners set up right next to eachother. Both are Relm HS200 scanners (used to use them at the NASCAR races) anyway....
One of the scanners is conneted to my computer, and broadcasting though the scannercast app. The other scanner is just playing audio into the room.
Here's the feed:
Yarmouth Police / Fire, Cumberland and Freeport Fire
I'm scanning the same 7 frequencies on both.
Whenever the police frequency talks (154.965 - Yarmouth Police) I can hear the audio from the scanner playing into the room. It sounds fine. It is not encrypted, scrambled, trunked, or otherwise modified.
The other scanner plays it's audio into my computer, and about 20 seconds later when the audio makes it though to the 5-0 Radio App, or the Broadcastify Feed, the audio is completely garbled. Almost as if it had been encrypted with inversion or something.
I don't understand what's causing this.
I've switched the scanners, and still the same. Listening to audio (from the police frequency only, all other frequencies broadcast fine) locally, it sounds fine, but through the scanner feed, 90% of the time it's garbled, and only about 10% of the time it can be heard clear like it should be.
Any idea what's going on here?
One of the scanners is conneted to my computer, and broadcasting though the scannercast app. The other scanner is just playing audio into the room.
Here's the feed:
Yarmouth Police / Fire, Cumberland and Freeport Fire
I'm scanning the same 7 frequencies on both.
Whenever the police frequency talks (154.965 - Yarmouth Police) I can hear the audio from the scanner playing into the room. It sounds fine. It is not encrypted, scrambled, trunked, or otherwise modified.
The other scanner plays it's audio into my computer, and about 20 seconds later when the audio makes it though to the 5-0 Radio App, or the Broadcastify Feed, the audio is completely garbled. Almost as if it had been encrypted with inversion or something.
I don't understand what's causing this.
I've switched the scanners, and still the same. Listening to audio (from the police frequency only, all other frequencies broadcast fine) locally, it sounds fine, but through the scanner feed, 90% of the time it's garbled, and only about 10% of the time it can be heard clear like it should be.
Any idea what's going on here?
Getting back in the saddle in NJ
I am a former radio enthusiast back in my teens. Now I am in my mid 30's and have blown the dust off of some of my stuff and am getting back into things. I was primarily into shortwave back in the the 90's, and have put my 2 radio's back into service. I must say I am shocked as to how the variety of stations has dropped off.
I slightly dabbled in scanner listening also in the early 90's with a cheaper Realistic desktop. Always enjoyed it but never really embraced it. My R-5000 has the VHF module installed and I started playing with it and quickly decided to do an upgrade since it is very limited. Well the upgrade has now brought me here. I went with a Uniden BCT15X, and obviously this is not my Radio Shack scanner from the early 90's. I am thinking that this will fill the void that shortwave is leaving me with since the dial is no longer as full. I believe this will also be my last baby step before I go for my amateur licence.
I look forward to picking your brains for knowledge and hopefully being able to share some of my own...
I slightly dabbled in scanner listening also in the early 90's with a cheaper Realistic desktop. Always enjoyed it but never really embraced it. My R-5000 has the VHF module installed and I started playing with it and quickly decided to do an upgrade since it is very limited. Well the upgrade has now brought me here. I went with a Uniden BCT15X, and obviously this is not my Radio Shack scanner from the early 90's. I am thinking that this will fill the void that shortwave is leaving me with since the dial is no longer as full. I believe this will also be my last baby step before I go for my amateur licence.
I look forward to picking your brains for knowledge and hopefully being able to share some of my own...
Dare County analog trunk system?
Is this system still in use by anyone? When I was at KDH this week, I heard nothing but what seemed to be failsoft beeps on three of the freqs.
MURS Assistance Needed
I know that MURS radios cannot exceed 2 watts. They cost about $175+. I have found a Two-Way radio that is User-Programmable that I can program to that frequency/frequencies. But, its 5 watts, when I program it will it go down to 2 watts or can I use it?
Just trying to save money! (These are about $50-$75)
Just trying to save money! (These are about $50-$75)
jeudi 27 mars 2014
BCD536HP Programming a 536 for a P25 system question
Hello,
After reading the easy manual, I see that P25 doesn't have I-Call. Is this true? Our county recently switched from a conventional 800mhz trunking system to a P25 phase 1 800mhz trunking system. I-Call was used pretty much non-stop. How are they doing it now?
Also, the easy manual says to program only control channels (pri and alt). I've read here that any freq can be used as a control for P25 systems. Our system has 20 freq's. Should I program just the controls or all?
Thanx....
After reading the easy manual, I see that P25 doesn't have I-Call. Is this true? Our county recently switched from a conventional 800mhz trunking system to a P25 phase 1 800mhz trunking system. I-Call was used pretty much non-stop. How are they doing it now?
Also, the easy manual says to program only control channels (pri and alt). I've read here that any freq can be used as a control for P25 systems. Our system has 20 freq's. Should I program just the controls or all?
Thanx....
Electric Line Services inc. in Cleveland county Oklahoma
Trying to find the freqs for ELS in OKC OK Cleveland county area. I have found a freq through FCC search, I was just wondering if it's a simplex or duplex frequency, and does it have a tone? Any help would be appreciated
463.725 Monroe County, Pa
Well looks like Fox Gap Communications from Bethlehem has single repeater set up at
Antennas:
.8 km E of Rt 191 at Fox Gap
Stroundsburg, PA MONROE County
WQSC780 - 463.7250 Bethlehem, Pa
PL77.0 was being used for testing this evening, and earlier today. During snow storms sounded like a township was operating the system and another private company.
Just weird to see a conventional repeater being used for "Lease" purposes any more. Most in this area are LTR systems.
Kinda miss the old days of searching.. Just thought share the find.
Antennas:
.8 km E of Rt 191 at Fox Gap
Stroundsburg, PA MONROE County
WQSC780 - 463.7250 Bethlehem, Pa
PL77.0 was being used for testing this evening, and earlier today. During snow storms sounded like a township was operating the system and another private company.
Just weird to see a conventional repeater being used for "Lease" purposes any more. Most in this area are LTR systems.
Kinda miss the old days of searching.. Just thought share the find.
Lizard Lick Radios
Hey,
I see that Ronnie and Bobby are using what sounds like nextel portables?
Thanks,
shawn
I see that Ronnie and Bobby are using what sounds like nextel portables?
Thanks,
shawn
Scanner codes
Dear Sirs or Madames,
I just purchased a Uniden scanner. I checked Hall County, GA but was unable to get info because I don't have a pc. Can I have the list mailed or emailed to me? If there is a cost, how much will it be? Please advise. Thank you.
I just purchased a Uniden scanner. I checked Hall County, GA but was unable to get info because I don't have a pc. Can I have the list mailed or emailed to me? If there is a cost, how much will it be? Please advise. Thank you.
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