Central Ohio Suggestions

[WisconsinRailfan]

Her Der Folks

I been out of the scanning hobby here since the switch to digital in Central Ohio, and my BCT15x were no longer useful. I am looking for some suggestions for a new home base, I have about $700 - $800 to invest. I have read the reviews, and I have done some basic research, but looking for "real world" usage by folks in Central Ohio (I also visit the Chicago area on occasion). Any help is greatly appreciated.

EDIT: I been looking at the Uniden SDS200, is there any "add-on's" needed?

-Steven

 

[wa8pyr]

The basic SDS200 will do you proud, but if you want to listen to DMR or NXDN (used only by businesses in the Columbus area) you would have to purchase those upgrades separately.

 

[phask]

Don't forget, you can run over to Universal Radio and see one in person (if they have any in stock).

 

[wa8pyr]

Don't forget, you can run over to Universal Radio and see one in person (if they have any in stock).

Their price is pretty comparable to other vendors as well.

 

[billajr]

Universal's showroom is closed.
Our showroom is CLOSED as of 03/20/20 because of the health emergency.
Local customers may call ahead (614 866-4267) to arrange curbside pick-up.
We expect our web, phone and mailorder sales to continue without interruption.
Due to high sales volume, please allow 3 - 4 business days for shipment processing.

 

[tvengr]

The basic SDS200 will do you proud,

I agree. With all of the simulcast systems in use, the SDS200 is an excellent choice. The SDS100 handheld and SDS200 base/mobile are presently the only scanners designed to receive simulcast systems.

 

[wdz]

I'm really happy with my SDS200 on Marcs, minus the fact I have one of the early ones that hums. No reception issues and loud clear audio.

 

[phask]

I'm really happy with my SDS200 on Marcs, minus the fact I have one of the early ones that hums. No reception issues and loud clear audio.

The fix mentioned on here works and is fairly easy to do.

 

[WX4JCW]

Don't forget, you can run over to Universal Radio and see one in person (if they have any in stock).

Showroom is closed, they are doing curbside only

 

[WX4JCW]

Universal's showroom is closed.
Our showroom is CLOSED as of 03/20/20 because of the health emergency.
Local customers may call ahead (614 866-4267) to arrange curbside pick-up.
We expect our web, phone and mailorder sales to continue without interruption.
Due to high sales volume, please allow 3 - 4 business days for shipment processing.

Curbside was extremely easy, I called and ordered like normal and they met me outside, no problems

 

[TailGator911]

The SDS200 is the best scanner for monitoring the Ohio MARCS Digital P25 Simulcast system. You can't go wrong there.