Close Call Feature (BCT15)

[dyrtjunkie]

What are other reasons my CC wouldn't detect a police car?
PD isn't currently transmitting.
Broadcast screen might be active on the transmitted freq.


Also, what is the best antenna for using the CC feature?
Hustler mobile scanner antenna covering: 30-50, 130-174, 450-512 and 800-950 MHz or
Larsen NMO150/450/800 Tri-Band

 

[rbm]

There could be a lot of strong signals in your area inhibiting Close Call.

You need to be very close to get a close call hit. I find that the typical range I get while mobile is anywhere from 100' with handheld radios to maybe 1/2 mile max with high power transmitters. It can vary greatly.

On my home antenna system I get much longer distances. Aircraft up to 8 miles, car radios 2 miles or so.

With a rubber duck antenna, you must be VERY close to get a hit.

Rich

Here's a snippet of some of the Close Call hits from my house recently.