How to Program Whistler WS1040 and WS1065

[afdscan]

I just ordered the Whistler WS1040. I'll be using rechargeable batteries. Can I charge the batteries in the radio or do I need to order a separate charger?

 

[Nasby]

I just ordered the Whistler WS1040. I'll be using rechargeable batteries. Can I charge the batteries in the radio or do I need to order a separate charger?

You can charge them in the scanner using the yellow battery holder. Some say charging batteries in the scanner is a bad idea but in my over 20 years of scanner use I’ve never had a problem.

 

[tvengr]

If you use an AC adapter, make sure you unplug the adapter from AC before plugging into or unplugging from the scanner. There is a warning in the manual about that. It is possible to damage the voltage regulator. The same applies if you are powering the scanner from an adapter in a vehicle. Always unplug from the power source first. What is your city and county so we can get our eyes on the database?

 

[Beowulf50cal]

Anybody know how to get ahold of Butel Software? I ordered their scanner programming software and they never sent me an email with a key for the software!

 

[RMason]

Anybody know how to get ahold of Butel Software? I ordered their scanner programming software and they never sent me an email with a key for the software!

I'm sure you checked your spam folder for the email receipt. To contact Butel, see:

Contact us

Use our form to contact us

www.butel.nl

The following is from: Product delivery

• After you completed your purchase you will receive a unique software key by email. This process takes less than a minute.
• The software key is also printed on the PDF receipt that you will receive by email.
• If you created an account at this website you can also directly access the keys in your account

 

[Beowulf50cal]

I'm sure you checked your spam folder for the email receipt. To contact Butel, see:

Contact us

Use our form to contact us

www.butel.nl

The following is from: Product delivery

• After you completed your purchase you will receive a unique software key by email. This process takes less than a minute.
• The software key is also printed on the PDF receipt that you will receive by email.
• If you created an account at this website you can also directly access the keys in your account

got it! Thanks!

 

[Mojaveflyer]

I use Butel ARC500 for the WS-1040 and WS-1065 and the earlier GRE models. I don't believe either of these radios work with P-25 Phase 2. I should also point out I listen to very little public safety, mostly aircraft and railroad services. I've had very good luck with the Butel software.