new scanner

[ob0268]

Hi, I just joined the radio reference group as a premier member, wondering how to program the new scanner a whistler WS1040
any help would be appreciated

 

[hiegtx]

Hi, I just joined the radio reference group as a premier member, wondering how to program the new scanner a whistler WS1040
any help would be appreciated

Hi ob
Welcome to RadioReference.

Start with this Wiki page:
Getting Started with your GRE/RS Object Oriented Scanner - The RadioReference Wiki
Be sure & explore the links found on the page as well Your Whistler scanner is identical to GRE model PSR-500 and RadioShack Pro-106. Once GRE closed down, Whistler bought the patent rights and started manufacturing the same scanner under their model WS1040 (also the Pro-651, sold through RadioShack).
Also see GRE/RS Object Oriented Scanners FAQ - The RadioReference Wiki
and

Easier to Read Pro-651/652/106/197 - WS1040/1065 - PSR 500/600 Digital Scanner Manual

 

[Dan_M]

What state are you in? PC programmable - allows users to backup data, update database and program scanner directly from a PC. (BuTel ARC500, PSREdit500 or Win500 software required) Software for Uniden Whistler HOME PATROL HP1 HP-1 PRO-700 BCD436HP BCD536HP Radioshack GRE GRECOM MFJ DSE AOR police scanner software BCD996XT BCD396XT BC346T BCT15X PRO-404 PRO-405 PRO-97 PRO-96 PRO-2096 PRO-106 PRO-197 PRO-164 PRO-160 PRO-162 psr500 psr600 psr300 psr400 psr100 psr200 BCD996T BCT15 BC246T UBC800XLT UBC785XLT PRO-433 PRO-528 BCD396T PSR-500 PSR-600 PSR500 PSR600 PSR300 PSR400 PRO160 PRO106 PRO162 PRO164 PRO-197 PRO-2055

Radio Scanners

Whistler is a leader in automotive radar detectors, power inverters, dash cameras, portable jump starters, rear-view cameras, police radio scanners and diagnostic inspection cameras.

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Whistler WS1040

AVAILABLE AT The WS1040 stores up to 1,800 frequencies and lets you search for nearby frequency transmissions and automatically jump to a found transmission. Plus, it lets you hear storm reports and more before they are broadcast on TV or radio.SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Only for use with Windows...

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[trentbob]

Welcome ob... looks like you hit the jackpot.

 

[ob0268]

thanks for all the help! trying to read all of this is crazy. I'm in Massachusetts. one way or another ill get this radio programed

 

[tvengr]

What county and city in Massachusetts?

 

[ob0268]

I work in Middlesex and reside in Worcester county

 

[ob0268]

I work in fire District #13 Metro fire

 

[Dan_M]

Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Interoperable Radio System (CoMIRS) Trunking System, Regional, Massachusetts

Commonwealth Of Massachusetts Interoperable Radio System (CoMIRS) Trunking System Profile

www.radioreference.com

 

[Dan_M]

Worcester County, Massachusetts (MA) Scanner Frequencies and Radio Frequency Reference

Scanner Frequencies and Radio Frequency Reference for Worcester County, Massachusetts (MA)

www.radioreference.com

 

[tvengr]

Welcome to the forum. Did a programming cable come with your scanner? It is possible to program the scanner manually using the keypad, but it is very difficult and time consuming. Programming software makes the process so much easier. There are 3 programs you can purchase for that scanner: PSREdit500, Win500, and ARC500. I prefer Butel ARC500. Using the software, you can download from Radio Reference or do your own custom programming, which is what I do. If you need any assistance, there are plenty of people here who will be very happy to give you a helping hand.