tacticaltrev
Member
I have a Uniden BC120XLT that is over 20 years old and looking to purchase a new scanner. I want to monitor local police, sheriff, WV State Police (we have a local barracks/ station), fire dept, and EMS. This past weekend we had a power outage during a storm from a fallen tree over the power lines. I was frustrated with the poor reception and low volume while trying to monitor the event. Time to update the equipment!
Most monitoring will be from the living room of the house, but occasionally will take the scanner to the basement or garage. Thinking a portable unit will be best? I do not want to get into heavy programming, just casual listening. It would be nice to have a scanner that will power up quickly when I hear the "fire whistle" to catch the radio transmissions; I don't plan to run the scanner all day long. A read out on the display showing which department is transmitting will be nice to identify whether police or fire department, etc.
The sticker shock of new scanners is a little overwhelming. I would prefer an investment of $300-ish vs $400+. But ultimately, looking for clarity and great volume, quick power on to catch transmissions, fairly portable around the house, no heavy programming.
I live in Pleasants County, WV 26170. It would be a bonus to cover Washington County, OH 45768, but not a necessity.
I really appreciate the help, trying to make an educated purchase.
Most monitoring will be from the living room of the house, but occasionally will take the scanner to the basement or garage. Thinking a portable unit will be best? I do not want to get into heavy programming, just casual listening. It would be nice to have a scanner that will power up quickly when I hear the "fire whistle" to catch the radio transmissions; I don't plan to run the scanner all day long. A read out on the display showing which department is transmitting will be nice to identify whether police or fire department, etc.
The sticker shock of new scanners is a little overwhelming. I would prefer an investment of $300-ish vs $400+. But ultimately, looking for clarity and great volume, quick power on to catch transmissions, fairly portable around the house, no heavy programming.
I live in Pleasants County, WV 26170. It would be a bonus to cover Washington County, OH 45768, but not a necessity.
I really appreciate the help, trying to make an educated purchase.