TRX-1 New User Some Observations

[thevig]

After 24 hours of use. So far I'm happy in the big picture of things. I mainly use a SDS100, so that's where my comparisons are coming from.

Seems to be doing a better job of handing NXDN. I'm a rail fan, and there is a decent amount of NXDN use in my area at the rail yards.

DMR is doing okay, but I need to program some systems in for further testing.

Simulcast distortion is there, no surprise. But it's tolerable. No big secret SDS100 wins the day.

As far as reception is concerned. Both scanners seem to be tit for tat. Using whip antennas or outside antennas, doesn't really matter. I'm either in range of what I'm trying to listen to, or I'm not.

For me the TRX-1 is not replacing anything, simply complimenting the other scanners I already have.

Only annoyance so far is setting up the backlights to turn on when squelch is broken, and turning off when scanning resumes. Depending on how I program in the general settings, they are either on all the time, or off all the time. Any pointers is greatly appreciated.

 

[Reconrider]

Only annoyance so far is setting up the backlights to turn on when squelch is broken, and turning off when scanning resumes.

I got you. give me a few minutes to get some pictures and I'll post them

 

[Reconrider]

Only annoyance so far is setting up the backlights to turn on when squelch is broken, and turning off when scanning resumes. Depending on how I program in the general settings, they are either on all the time, or off all the time. Any pointers is greatly appreciated.

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take a look at those pictures. No idea if they're in order, but it's only 3 so it won't be hard to figure out.
To make it faster than doing 1 by 1, simply ctrl + A (select all) and then click the backlight on/off spot I highlighted to show you and do it that way.
Same goes for the trunking systems, you just have to click on the talkgrounds after you click the trunk system itself. If you need more help, quote me or PM me. I'll help you with whatever ya need for the trx1

 

[thevig]

Winner winner chicken diner. Thank you!

 

[buddrousa]

 

[n4jri]

I think you'll like the TRX-1. Very easy to just simply enter a frequency and go for it. It's feature set is very weak for searching, near-field intercepts, etc., but there are ways to compensate and I've been happy to have it as my primary radio. I also agree with you on the antenna. My TRX's do just fine hanging from dashboard air vents with stock antennas. Am also a planes/boats/trains guy and have really enjoyed them in that pursuit.

73/Allen (N4JRI)

 

[cpohlad]

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Is it possible for the light to come on when squelch is broken and also on a keypress?

 

[buddrousa]

Set the circled for key touch check mark on when unmuted then in the frequencies talk groups turn on backlight.

 

[K9DAK]

Is it possible for the light to come on when squelch is broken and also on a keypress?

Yes. That's how I have mine set up. Just set your backlight settings like this. First key press will turn on the backlight, so you can press any key to turn it on without affecting the function of the scanner. On when unmuted makes it so that any audio will turn on the backlight, regardless of the setting of the individual TGs.