Hi,
I have a Pro-106 and would like to upgrade to a Phase 2 scanner. How does the 996P2 perform on NJICS and Somerset Cty Trunk systems? Does it handle Simulcast distortion any better than my 106? How do the 325P2/HP2 perform?
What do you think of using the HP2 as a portable scanner with say a base with case on belt?
Tnx,
Mike
I have, and still use, my HP-2 scanner. While I like the large, clear, display, it is not the best choice for a
simulcast system. Both the Uhf, as well as the 700MHz sites for your
county's system are simulcast.
Map for the actual tower sites for the UHF simulcast can be found here:
The most complete database of radio communications data
www.radioreference.com
The 700MHz site map can be viewed here:
The most complete database of radio communications data
www.radioreference.com
If I'm reading the details correctly, the
NJICS sites in your county do not appear to be simulcast. But your local system definitely is.
Simulcast is extremely dependent on location. If you are in the right spot, really close (1/4 mile or less) of one of the towers, the strong signal may override the out of synch transmissions from other locations. Or if you are in a location where terrain, tall buildings, or something else limit the scanner's signal path to one location, you might not have an issue. Sometimes a move of only a few feet, within your house, can make a significant difference.
The HP-2 might be slightly better than your Pro-106, but in most case, not significantly. The 996P2 and 325P2 are better than the HP-2, but not a solution if the simulcast distortion is very strong. The 436HP/536HP are, again, better than the P2 series, but not if you are in the wrong spot. The best solution, unfortunately, is also the most expensive, either one of the SDS series Uniden scanners, or one of the Unication pagers.
Hopefully, you can get additional comments from members closer to your location on what does, or does not, work for them.
