Hi I live in Atlanta Michigan and I would like to know what is the best scanner that I can get for my area here
Thanks for your help
Thanks for your help
Larry in Mich
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Larry in Michigan
First off, welcome to Radioreference, you made a very wise choice to join this group. To familurize yourself with scanning in general & as which brand & model would work best for you, check the WIKI section on scanner types & other topics that may assist you in making an informed decision. Also check the RR database for Michigan to find out the types of communications frequencies & systems in use. I'm sure you will be getting additional replies as time progresses. Good luck & again, welcome, always feel free to ask any questions you may have.
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First off, welcome to Radioreference, you made a very wise choice to join this group. To familurize yourself with scanning in general & as which brand & model would work best for you, check the WIKI section on scanner types & other topics that may assist you in making an informed decision. Also check the RR database for Michigan to find out the types of communications frequencies & systems in use. I'm sure you will be getting additional replies as time progresses. Good luck & again, welcome, always feel free to ask any questions you may have.
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weisej
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Welcome to RR. Well what scanner is best depends on how much your looking to spend for one. Also you need to think about what you would like to monitor. I have family that lives in Alpena, MI and they just have a cheap 32-512mhz non trunking scanner and pick up most of the area. If your thinking bout picking up the MSP then you'll need a digital scanner. After you answer these questions then we can point you in the right place.
I would like to pick up MSP and local sheriff
weisej
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Ok so you need to look in to buying a digital scanner. Depending on your price your looking to spend you can buy new ones for about $400-500. Look on this forum for users selling theirs for around 300 if your looking for used ones. Now the question is what kind of scanner are you looking for a hand-held or one that you would keep in your house. They also make mobile scanners which can be used in your home or in a car. I personally have a radio-shack Pro 96 that I really like the updated model of the pro96 is the pro 106 which is a pretty popular handheld digital scanner. Take a look at this site to help decide whats best for you - View and Compare Your Scanner Options.
weisej
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Are you looking at any of the rs models if so sign up for the email list and wait a few weeks they ussuley have the scanners cheap around thansgiving time if you can wait a few more weeks.
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