How to Program Whistler WS1040 and WS1065

afdscan

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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

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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.
 

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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?
 

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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!
 

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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:

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

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

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!
 
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