Scanner for a 3 site Simulcast Phase I system

[trido]

what are some thoughts on digital model scanners for a three site simulcast phase i 800 mhz system?
Especially interested if any systems might be laid out like a triangle.

Order from some research
1. 436/ 536
2.hp-1 or hp-2
3.396/996?

Or a dif order?

thanks

 

[Voyager]

Most reports I've heard say the x36 handles simulcast better, but it depends on the specific system as to which works best.

 

[K2KOH]

My 436/536 handles simulcast quite well.

 

[jaspence]

Simulcast

Depending on conditions, the signal will vary even in the same location. Weather, leaves on trees, and buildings all can affect the reception. Even a change near a farther away tower can change what you receive and how well your radio decodes it. A directional antenna aimed at the nearest tower is often the best choice, and a vertical or handheld antenna will give the most variation as conditions change.

 

[ofd8001]

I've had simulcast distortion issues with the 396XT/996XT scanners. So I recommend against them.

My 536's are much better.

I do not have any HP models, so I can't comment, other than it has been said that the HP2 is using a different technology (AMBE +2, whatever that is, but is the same as the x36's).

 

[trido]

thanks thats the info i needed.

I've had simulcast distortion issues with the 396XT/996XT scanners. So I recommend against them.

My 536's are much better.

I do not have any HP models, so I can't comment, other than it has been said that the HP2 is using a different technology (AMBE +2, whatever that is, but is the same as the x36's).

 

[RoninJoliet]

I have the Uniden396XT/996XT and they follow the ILL-Starcom Digital Simulcast System (Towers) perfect.....

 

[ofd8001]

I have the Uniden396XT/996XT and they follow the ILL-Starcom Digital Simulcast System (Towers) perfect.....

My experience is such that some places reception is crystal clear and other places have garbled or absent audio. It's all about location - close to a site is real good and in between sites it isn't.

 

[RoninJoliet]

I agree 100% with that perception.....

 

[BigDog-911]

Chief since you have 536's...plural...you should sell one to a local dispatcher working for a 2nd class city...lol...


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