scanner choice

Hello. I have been using a Radio Shack Pro 197 Pro for years but recently moved to a new area (see Radio Reference Database Link Below) and my scanner is not obsolete to my new area as they are on P25, and I believe many of their channels are Simulcasted. Due to this, I am needing a new scanner...

I have been listening to the local “Region” scanning using an ap called Police scanner. The Ap offers no control other than picking an area and hoping to hear what’s going on. The Ap has been great as I’ve heard all the action going on in my neighborhood and the entire Region live including a...

I haven’t done much scanning since Fort Worth went digital, and I’m looking at getting back into the hobby. I live in Crowley now, and I would like to be able to listen to the Fort Worth regional radio system to tune in the cities & counties it covers. My primary interest areas include Fort...

Need to replace my old portable. Live in Pawtucket RI and would like to monitor RI and South Eastern mass

Hello, I'm new to scanning and I've been listening online for a long time. I am wanting to get my first scanner. I've been trying to do my research and find a scanner that scans EDACS and P25 ll for (Denver, and Adams counties). Does anyone have some pointers on a good scanner for both systems...

I have done a lot of google searches but this is just beyond me and a little frustrating. I run a website for security officers. I have been using the iphone app police scanner but now comes the time for a upgrade. What is a good handheld police scanner that will work with the Memphis police...

Hi. I'm new to this forum so forgive me if I am repeating something that was already posted. As of yesterday, the Tucson Police Department switched over to the PCWIN (Pima County Wireless Integrated Network) and no longer transmits on the old system. For many years I have enjoyed listening to...

Hey guys, I'm looking to get into the police scanner hobby, and I have a few questions. I have a general understanding of what trunking is and know most police agencies in my area, and all state agencies use motorola Utah UCAN trunking. I also know that all of the Utah Highway Patrol uses UCAN...

Hi all, This is my first post. I currently scan with a Pro-94 and am contemplating either a 164 or 107. My wife has taken a slight interest in following the scanner from time to time and I have broadened my listening area. I want a scanner with alpha tagging to make it easier for my wife to...