SDS150: SDS150 General Discussion

[wb4sqi]

Searched for a thread for future owners of the SDS150, did not see one so thought this would be a good time/place to start a thread for new owners and prospective owners.

Please please do not rant over the price, it is what it is and those folks who have pre-ordered like me obviously have thought through the decision. I just want to see a repository for owner/user comments, tips, firmware updates, battery technology, likes/dislikes, etc.

I recognize there are facebook forums for this radio but I prefer the expertise found here in Radio Reference.

Happy Thanksgiving to y'all.

 

[doovenator]

Haven't pre-ordered yet, but plan to get one to replace my aging HomePatrol-2 in my vehicle. Since it will be mainly mobile, I'm excited for the internal GPS and bluetooth, so I'm hoping it can pair to my car audio to hear over the vehicle speakers (if it works that way). And hopefully they heard enough complaints from the SDS100 and SDS200 and put a brighter LED backlight on the buttons!

 

[Trucker700]

I asked about the Bluetooth being able to pair with other things besides the cellphone app. So, far it seems that it won't. But, I am hoping that they will make a change so it will connect to my car's stereo system. With my SDS100 I use a stereo cable from the radio's earphone/headphone output to the AUX audio input for the stereo system. It works fine.
But, with the new radio having a built-in GPS module, it would make for an even simpler setup if the audio didn't need to be routed to the radio with an extra cable. A lot less clutter and easier to setup and get going. And easier to put away when not being used.
James

By the way, great idea to have a separate thread for preorder and future buyers to discuss the radio and plans on using it.

 

[KevinC]

I think the below thread will suffice until they are actually released...

SDS150: - New Uniden Scanner announcement at SEMA 2025

Beyond Radar: Uniden’s Expanding Portfolio Takes the Stage at SEMA 2025 From the official Uniden blog: The SDS150 Handheld Scanner: lighter, faster, and smarter, designed for storm spotters, emergency listeners, and motorsport fans who rely on real-time communication. Surprised this stayed...

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