Antenna recommendation for P25 Simulcast?

[threeofnine]

I am looking for the best handheld unit antenna I can get to listen to P25 Phase 2 Simulcast, specifically to listen to channel on Alabama Interoperable Radio System (AIRS) Trunking System, Varies, Alabama. BNC connector would be ideal. I would appreciate any recommendations.

 

[ka3jjz]

Simulcast issues demand LESS antenna, not more, depending on where you are in relation to the site(s) you want to hear.. Plain and simple, if you are using anything less than a SDS100p or 200, these fixes may simply not work very well if at all. You might want to ask other users in the Alabama forum about this. Simulcast is a pain and unfortunately it's a growing trend. A stubby antenna MAY work, but you have not said what scanner you are using

Mike

 

[threeofnine]

but you have not said what scanner you are using

Oh, I totally neglected to mention I’m using an SDS100. So then perhaps the stock antenna is best? Mainly I want an antenna with a BNC connection as I often swap this scanner between my car and home. I use the BNC adapter as disconnecting the scanner with BNC is much easier than unscrewing the SMA, particularly in the car. I haven’t noticed any degradation in reception with the BNC adapter.

 

[Whiskey3JMC]

If stock doesn't do the job for you then consider the Remtronix REM-800B. Don't forget there are also filter settings you can experiment with

 

[rgchristy]

I do the same with my SDS100.

And it's a lot easier to replace the BNC adapter periodically than replace the factory SMA connector. Connectors only last for so many connects and disconnects.

 

[jbspeed79]

Unfotunalty i have the same issue in NY. I believe my issue is a coverage issue. One min i have 5 signal bars and then one sec i have two nfm which i don't pick up anything. But I don’t have one of them fancy 100 or 200 Scanners. Hate to buy one and find out it’s a reception issue.

 

[CollinsURG]

Oh, I totally neglected to mention I’m using an SDS100. So then perhaps the stock antenna is best? Mainly I want an antenna with a BNC connection as I often swap this scanner between my car and home. I use the BNC adapter as disconnecting the scanner with BNC is much easier than unscrewing the SMA, particularly in the car. I haven’t noticed any degradation in reception with the BNC adapter.

I have never needed anything other than the stock antenna on my SDS100. Don't discount the stock antenna too readily. I read so many people get new scanners and assume the stock antenna is crap. Not necessarily true. Unless the BNC adapters are defective. There should be no meaningful loss of signal. It would be practically immeasurable.

 

[CollinsURG]

Unfotunalty i have the same issue in NY. I believe my issue is a coverage issue. One min i have 5 signal bars and then one sec i have two nfm which i don't pick up anything. But I don’t have one of them fancy 100 or 200 Scanners. Hate to buy one and find out it’s a reception issue.

If the system you are monitoring is simulcast, that explains the signal jumping up and down.

 

[K9KLC]

Unfotunalty i have the same issue in NY. I believe my issue is a coverage issue. One min i have 5 signal bars and then one sec i have two nfm which i don't pick up anything. But I don’t have one of them fancy 100 or 200 Scanners. Hate to buy one and find out it’s a reception issue.

What scanner are you listening with, and exactly what system?

 

[buddrousa]

In post 3 the OP states SDS100 Stock Antenna. So the problem is the OP needs more signal.

 

[K9KLC]

In post 3 the OP states SDS100 Stock Antenna. So the problem is the OP needs more signal.

Yep caught what rhe OP was using. Comment and quote was not directed at the OP. I thought his problem had been answered honestly. Sorry.

 

[jbspeed79]

What scanner are you listening with, and exactly what system?

P25 800 mhz simulcast . I have the

BCD996P2. Didn’t know any of this info before purchasing.​

 

[jbspeed79]

If the system you are monitoring is simulcast, that explains the signal jumping up and down.

Yes it’s simulcast system