I have had my SDS -100 less than a week and I am very pleased. Worked great out of the box and is all of what I seen on you tube. I replaced and old psr-800 that had the whistler conversion done in November 2023 by whistler in Arkansas..What a great scanner..
SDS100/SDS200: UNIDEN SDS-100 Very Pleased
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Quite a pleasant contrast from this thread 
. I've loved mine since 2018
. I've loved mine since 2018I have had it not for a week. What a great scanner. It seems to receive everything.. And the sound is also great. The ability to increase the audio of the particular channel you have programmed is a great feature.. If your thinking about a new scanner give sds-100 a serious look..
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Here are some features I really appreciate about the SDS100:
- The customizable color display is fantastic, especially being able to set different background color alerts for specific service types—it’s such a convenient and thoughtful feature.
- I also value the built-in database, which is frequently updated. Even though I still subscribe to RRDB and use ProScan to manage my favorites, having the built-in database is incredibly handy. It allows me to quickly access local signals when traveling across the USA or Canada without needing extensive programming on a PC.
- Another standout feature is its ability to handle Simulcast signals, which, as far as I know, is unique to this scanner. This capability was a major reason I chose the SDS100, especially since my area transitioned to full Simulcast for public service frequencies like Police and Fire, and my BCD325P2 struggled to keep up--so I had to upgrade. My only concern is the possibility of my county fully encrypting its communications someday—that would be a disappointing day for both me and my SDS100.
I believe when that day happens someone will release the code to decrypt. Just my onion...I am really glad I purchased this scanner...I have really got the color display to my liking.. Anyone on the fence about this scanner purchase it you will be happy...Again just my onion..
I really like the color display. And on the sentinel programing it makes it so easy and so many variations or combinations. If you are thinking about the sds-100 take the plunge you won't REGRET THIS...Just my onion..
GadgetGeek
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I've had mine since they started shipping with the extended battery. Other than needing a new battery I've had no other issues. I'm very happy with it as well as its big brother the SDS200.
I really enjoy the receive capabilities of this scanner it just picks up everything.. If your in the market of a new scanner consider this scanner... Just my onion...
I have had this scanner for 15 days. What a scanner. The scanner allows you to really customize it. I have a FM radio on custom search button 1. I have local airport frequencies on quick key set up buttons. I have frms and Murs and grms frequencies on quick key set up buttons. I have color display set up. The sentinel programing works great and learning curve is not hard at all. There are plenty of you tube video's check out boy and a scanner and zip scanner and Bearcat Warehouse video's..I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS SCANNER..ANY HELP I CAN GIVE JUST ASK....
Ubbe
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Yes, lots of functions and features, the exact same as 436/536/3600 or whatever Unidens other SD card scanners are called. But those can't handle simulcast systems but have instead a much better receiver, so choose scanner wisely depending of how and where you are going to use your scanner.
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The SDS is the BEST..
I've had my SDS100 for a week now. Fantastic radio...except....it did the no signals received thing. Reloaded the database...tried WX scan...ran the analyze function all with same results. It leaves today going to the Uniden repair facility. I had been really impressed with the radios performance on analog and digital. I have many simulcast sites in my area and worked beautifully. Luckily,I still have other scanners to lean on,but am missing already. I'll keep yall posted on this common issue with the SDS 100.
I have had my SDS 100 3 weeks now. No issues. A great scanner....Just my onion..
I have had my scanner sds-100 for about a month now . Awesome scanner. I had minor programming issues called up Bearcat Warehouse they linked my computer up online and helped me with sentinal minor issue within 10 mins problem solved..If your in the market for a scanner Bearcat Warehouse is the place to purchase from...A great group of guys . Everyone stay Safe and Healthy..
Update on repair. It came home on the 17th of this month. Fast turn around time! Repair noted "resolder solder joints". Great communications with the Flower Mound crew. All is well now.
Great to hear
Oh well. Update on the repair. Worked as it should for a week,then the original issue came by along with the vol/multi-function knob not working. Sent it back agian on March 7 after a great conversation with Ken in Flowermound. I'll keep you posted on this issue.
Ubbe
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The control knob as well as the receiver data goes thru that connector that have had cold solder issues that JoeBearcat said was fixed in production in 2024. Was it a "shelf warmer" you received with an older date in its serial number?
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