I thought I'd dig out this scanner and program it with Pro Scan it's been so long, I can't remember if it programs with USB to Serial cable or, USB to mini USB on a front port? I I can't use a serial cable any more. Thanks! 
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I thought I'd dig out this scanner and program it with Pro Scan it's been so long, I can't remember if it programs with USB to Serial cable or, USB to mini USB on a front port? I I can't use a serial cable any more. Thanks!
For programming you can use either. Firmware updates must be done via the front port, which is not mini USB but a small serial connection.
You'll need a USB-1 cable to connect to the front port. The link is to the geniune Uniden cable; you may find a compatible cable that is cheaper.
USB to serial for rear, and if I'm not mistaken it has to be a null-modem connection.
Here's one option:
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Ah I see, thanks I'll have to see if I have anything to use or not!
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It uses the semi-proprietary connector - like on the end of the USB-1.
Better pic of the connectors...
Thanks folks!
If I remember correctly you can match the Baud Rate on the rear serial port and PROGRAM the scanner just not FIRMWARE UPDATES.
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Exactly correct. Default is 4800 for GPS but it will do up to 115200. Remember: If you use it for GPS set it back to 4800 when you are done.
If using the rear port then you need a null modem adapter or cable as sallen07 alluded to. A null modem adapter is nothing more then swapping pins 2 and 3.Ah I see, thanks I'll have to see if I have anything to use or not!
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