I just received my first scanner as a gift. It is a Uniden BC355n. I was curious why it wasn't picking anything up until I realized it needed an antenna. Like I said, I am new. The box was supposed to contain a wire antenna and telescoping antenna. It came with neither. Well, since it was a gift, and I do not have proof of purchase, Uniden refuses to send me the antennas. I'm not sure how to go about asking the person, who gave me the gift, to send me their receipt. Seems strange to me. So, I am curious, can I buy any antenna at the store that fits in the slot? Or do I need a specific antenna to do the job? I am really looking to only pick up within my down, another area 20 miles south, and Chicago, which is about 25 miles east of my location.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.