Used TRX-1

[springer9861]

Hi All
Been looking for my first scanner. I found a used TRX-1 that seller said is 8 months old. Seller has upgraded to a sds100 is the reason for selling. What questions should I ask the seller. How hard will it be to program for my area. I live in Ross county Ohio and seller is in Wisconsin. I can buy it for $325 Think that’s a fair price . Thanks for any and all input.

 

[Whiskey3JMC]

Willing to bet the seller lives in an area where simulcast distortion is a factor

 

[Peerlessk]

And if that’s the case like it was for me before the sds came along I advise passing on the Whistler .

 

[hiegtx]

And if that’s the case like it was for me before the sds came along I advise passing on the Whistler .

Based on the information in the OP's previous query as to what scanner to consider, simulcast is not a factor in his home county, nor the ones adjacent to his. So, as simulcast is not currently in use, the TRX-1 should be a reasonable choice. As was noted in the other thread, if travel to or through areas with simulcast systems was being planned, then the TRX-1 would have problems. But in the home county, nothing of note to warn about,

Hi All
Been looking for my first scanner. I found a used TRX-1 that seller said is 8 months old. Seller has upgraded to a sds100 is the reason for selling. What questions should I ask the seller. How hard will it be to program for my area. I live in Ross county Ohio and seller is in Wisconsin. I can buy it for $325 Think that’s a fair price . Thanks for any and all input.

Take a look at this Wiki page to get started:

TRX-1 - The RadioReference Wiki

wiki.radioreference.com

The TRX-1 is an "Object Oriented Scanner". More on what that refers to can be found on the Wiki page below:

GRE/RS Object Oriented Scanners FAQ - The RadioReference Wiki

wiki.radioreference.com

Be sure to explore the links found on that page. Whistler bought the patent rights for Object Oriented scanners after GRE ceased operations. So, even if the "Whistler" name is not in the page title, the information provided does apply to the TRX-1.

The only software configured to work for programming the TRX-1 is EZ-Scan, provided at no charge by Whistler. A link to download the software is under the Support tab on Wgistler's page.

Downloads

Please note that some Download links may direct you to download a file from a Dropbox page. Scanner Downloads Select your model... TRX-1 TRX-2 TRX-1E (International) TRX-2E (International) WS1040 & WS1065 WS1080 & WS1088 WS1095 & WS1098 -- Legacy Scanners -- Pro-18 / Pro-668 / PSR-800 -...

whistlergroup.com

 

[Nasby]

Since you don't have any simulcast sites in Ross County, The TRX-1 would be a solid choice.
$325 is a reasonable price but not a "great deal".

 

[Reconrider]

Since you don't have any simulcast sites in Ross County, The TRX-1 would be a solid choice.
$325 is a reasonable price but not a "great deal".

What’s a good price for a trx1 less than a year old in perfect condition?

 

[fxdscon]

What’s a good price for a trx1 less than a year old in perfect condition?

Best thing to do is look at the RR classifieds and Ebay to see what they are actually selling for (not the asking prices).

 

[Reconrider]

Best thing to do is look at the RR classifieds and Ebay to see what they are actually selling for (not the asking prices).

Does eBay tel you what it sold for? I don’t use eBay

 

[fxdscon]

Does eBay tel you what it sold for? I don’t use eBay

Gently Used WHISTLER SCANNER TRX 1 | eBay

<p>Gently Used WHISTLER SCANNER TRX 1. Condition is "Used". Shipped with USPS First Class.</p><br><p>Satisfaction guaranteed. Works perfect, looks perfect. Boxed perfect. Used five times inside my home.</p><p>Incredible scanning capability.</p><p>Last buyer didn’t have the funds!!!Please don’t...

www.ebay.com

 

[jimg]

Back in August, I bought a refurbished TRX-1 Whistler for $449.00 that came with a 90 day warranty. It looked new and has performed well. The last time I checked the Whistler website there were 2 left. Also, I had looked at Walmart.com and they offered a new one for about the same price, but, at that time, were out of stock. I received an email from Walmart.com about a week ago that they were back in stock.

 

[jimg]

I just checked the Whistler website and it shows that they are now sold out of the refurbished TRX-1.

 

[springer9861]

I just checked Amazon. They have the TRX -1 new for $449.99 with free shipping.

 

[DJ11DLN]

If it's in near-new condition $325 wouldn't be bad, especially if he throws in a Remtronix/RS 800 antenna. Ask about that and any other accessories and if he's still got the belt clip for it, those seem to get lost. But if it's beat up, stock antenna, nothing else etc I think I would pass unless he'll come down below $300, just my IMHO on the subject.

 

[scannerjunkie]

Springer9861 Looks like that Trx-1 in post #9 had a winning bid of 389.00. so this kind of gives you what they are going for. that unit looked to be complete and in very good condition. heres a tip. if you look at the box it can tell you the age of the unit. that unit was pre NXDN. later units have NXDN printed on the box front. when i look for a used scanner i start with four things 1 Unit condition 2 are all accessories with unit. 3 age of unit and most important return option if defective.

 

[Paco-Jerte]

I bought one here from the classifieds that had battery leak

Whistler TRX-1 w/leaked battery damage

I have a TRX-1 that I hadn't used in awhile and discovered a battery leak when it wouldn't turn on. Duracell batteries are to blame. Anyway, I have no interest at this point in trying to recover the scanner (even tho it probably is recoverable)...

forums.radioreference.com

with some good and deep cleaning works fine,

You just never know when a good deal comes up on a TRX-1.
Keep looking ..

 

[BKTP]

I have one listed in classifieds right now for 350, that I will take 310 shipped for. Like new, box and all accessories including both color case inserts and two sets of 2300 mAh rechargeable batteries.

 

[BKTP]

I have one listed in classifieds right now for 350, that I will take 310 shipped for. Like new, box and all accessories including both color case inserts and two sets of 2300 mAh rechargeable batteries.

SOLD mine for 320