iSCAN Post-Release Discussion Thread
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Updating library
I am still not sure what is the best way to update my already created playlists when a new library comes out.
Sure I can copy the new library over to the SD card but that does not update any playlists
that I have already created.
Since I am on a trunked system here in Nevada and not knowing what was updated in the new library every time I try to update my EDACS trunk system it wipes my playlists and I have to start all over.
There must be a better way than to go through this every week.
-Jim
I am still not sure what is the best way to update my already created playlists when a new library comes out.
Sure I can copy the new library over to the SD card but that does not update any playlists
that I have already created.
Since I am on a trunked system here in Nevada and not knowing what was updated in the new library every time I try to update my EDACS trunk system it wipes my playlists and I have to start all over.
There must be a better way than to go through this every week.
-Jim
CStarr59
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Well if you just go into the online database on the RR website and click on your state, it will tell you if any updates have taken place. Green or yellow colors mean it was recently updated, if no updates I wouldn't worry about it. Thats the way I do it anyway. I'm a few updates behind and my scanner works just fine.
Caesar
Member
updated lib 10 out today, are you all seeing a pattern with the releases?
CStarr59
Member
Yes, it seems like once a week now the library gets updated. Most of the updates don't affect me as I live in a very rural area. Every once and a while something around here changes, not to often though. I have a whole 40 frequencies to choose from, all conventional.
Quick Questions
Hi everyone, I've had my 107 for about a week now and have really enjoyed it so far. Great scanner. I have a couple of questions that I haven't been able to find answers for:
1) I see where I can enter SAME codes on the weather tab - how do I enable the scanner to use these SAME codes? I don't know these codes - are they just a special code that gets transmitted on the standard weather channel frequencies (162.xxx), or somewhere else? Do I need to set a priority on a weather frequency to use this? I do have my FIPS number in there.
2) Where do I enable the signal stalker function? I can't find that anywhere on the scanner or the software....
Thanks!
Hi everyone, I've had my 107 for about a week now and have really enjoyed it so far. Great scanner. I have a couple of questions that I haven't been able to find answers for:
1) I see where I can enter SAME codes on the weather tab - how do I enable the scanner to use these SAME codes? I don't know these codes - are they just a special code that gets transmitted on the standard weather channel frequencies (162.xxx), or somewhere else? Do I need to set a priority on a weather frequency to use this? I do have my FIPS number in there.
2) Where do I enable the signal stalker function? I can't find that anywhere on the scanner or the software....
Thanks!
jpunix
Member
Which charger did you go with?
jpunix
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Caesar
Member
1 - press skywarn button which takes you to weather channels, then hit menu to goto weather menu and turn weather priority ON, then go down and enter your SAME code on the weather repeater you can hear.
2 - press menu, goto search, select signal stalker and you are in busn! ;-)
Caesar, thanks for the response! I'll check it out.
Good idea, that will make it easier to see if the database in my county has been updated.
They just rebanded the repeaters here so I was updating my play lists on a regular basis
to make sure I was receiving everything.
I assume I can look at the database online not being a premium member.
I am sure RR would like to see this database take off for other radio models as I feel I already paid extra to get it in the purchase of the radio. (if I choose to keep it).
Too bad Radioreference or RadioShack doesn't have an RSS link for iScan database updates? (hint, hint). :roll:
So far with a pair of Rayovac hybrid 2100mA batteries, with the radio on constantly scanning a busy trunk system and conventional, I have had it on almost 10 hours straight before the battery icon changed from full to half. I charge my batteries in either a Maha C9000 or Sanyo eneloops charger.
just a quick thought i had...maybe its been answered already
but i didnt see it anywhere..
my am-fm radio in my work truck has a plug for plugging in an ipod or mp3 player
and hearing it thru the speakers...do they make a cable that would work for the 107
where i could hear it in the bigger truck speakers ??
but i didnt see it anywhere..
my am-fm radio in my work truck has a plug for plugging in an ipod or mp3 player
and hearing it thru the speakers...do they make a cable that would work for the 107
where i could hear it in the bigger truck speakers ??
rmiller818
Member
I did something similar, my Dad has one of those fake tapes that you put in a tape player and has a cord to connect to a CD player or MP3 player, just plugged that into my scanner and it worked fine.
You would just need a cable that fits the jack on your stereo and a 1/8" mono or stereo jack on the other.
CStarr59
Member
Wally world sells such a jack, I just bought one two weeks ago. 1/8" on both ends and works perfect.
If I recall it was around $9
If I recall it was around $9
Iscan Case
I found a "Universal GPS" case at "Big Lots" for $6 yesterday. The case is padded and the Iscan fits in it nicely with room for the antenna along side.There is also a pocket on the outside. The case has a carabiner for attaching to a belt loop but no loops or other method to attach it to your belt. If you want to "wear" the scanner on your belt - this is not your case. However, if you want a case to protect it in your briefcase or backpack this may be just the ticket. Did I mention it was only $6?
I found a "Universal GPS" case at "Big Lots" for $6 yesterday. The case is padded and the Iscan fits in it nicely with room for the antenna along side.There is also a pocket on the outside. The case has a carabiner for attaching to a belt loop but no loops or other method to attach it to your belt. If you want to "wear" the scanner on your belt - this is not your case. However, if you want a case to protect it in your briefcase or backpack this may be just the ticket. Did I mention it was only $6?
That's a cool find. I see some neat stuff at Big Lot's (odd lot's) from time to time.
iMONITOR
Silent Key
I would think several of the universal camera cases would fit pretty close.
iMONITOR
Silent Key
Anyone else notice when importing data from the database to the SD card, that there is a check box to L/O digital and/or encrypted data? Nice feature!
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