Bc898t Issue

[scannerman200]

When using the autostore feature on this scanner, I noticed when I scanned the bank with the automatically stored frequencies, that the scanner stored about every frequency in the 154-156 range. Had it set for 154-156- Example of stored freqs.: 154.295, 154.300,154.310, 154.320, etc. None but one of these freqs are used in my area. What should I do?

 

[kwrxxx]

Most likely you are receiving RFI or front end overload on your receiver for that frequency range. There is not a lot you can do, but if it is RFI then if you can eliminate the RFI then the problem will be solved. If it is front end overload can you take the radio some place where the radio isn't overloaded?

 

[scannerman200]

How do you eliminate the RFI?

 

[ka3jjz]

There has been whole books written on the subject! You will have to do some detective work - the PC is the most logical candidate; monitors, USB devices are all suspects. Turning things on and off (like the monitor) and seeing if the noise floor goes up or down is a starting point. From there, if you locate the problem, others will no doubt have better solutions. Generally wrapping loose cords around a RFI kit such as one MFJ sells (and I think RS does, too) will also be a big help. as they can be unintended antennas for the radiation.
Any cord that is excessively long can be wrapped into a small coil. This will also sometimes help.

In the meantime, try running your squelch tighter. It almost looks like it's way too loose, and any little bit of noise is stopping the search and causing the signal to be registered.

73s Mike