Please find a way to make the mobile unit "GPS capable" so it will lock out/lock in" different systems/areas when travelling. Otherwise, it is a deal-breaker for me. There has to be a way around this, there is no way to safely and even conveniently do this while traveling.
Whistler to Launch New LSM Capable Scanners
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16 off-topic posts about GPS-based vs. route-based scanning techniques moved to new thread: https://forums.radioreference.com/g...pre-programmed-route-scanning-techniques.html
Wilrobnson
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Other than the HP1/2, any other current scanner should be able to be custom programmed by hand via the full front panel keyboard or a computer, using your own knowledge of the radio systems you want to listen to.
You can cross check what you know against the database, or not. It's entirely up to you.
As mentioned elsewhere, an HP-1/2 type scanner is mostly marketed towards those with a passing interest in listening to a scanner for their local police and fire departments. Not more involved hobbyists. Although some more involved hobbyists do own them as well as more traditional scanners.
I wouldn't expect this to change.
John
Peoria, AZ
Wilrobnson
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Thank you. That would've been a PM if UV20r accepted them.
Ubbe
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There's no point in playing the waiting game with todays scanners that are firmware upgradable. The bug fixes are available online faster than the scanners get them on the retailers shelves.
You also have to concider that the manufacturer are constantly trying to reduce cost and have people looking at the design to try and see where they could improve the speed of production and to reduce the costs. The layout of components might change to reduce the involvement of human interaction or a more cheaper alternative are available, components are being omitted that might not be neccesary for the functionality. You often see missing components on circuit boards and sometimes it's a bad decision, like the C1 in BCD436HP that was needed to filter out high frequency artifacts. Sometimes components are no longer available in mid production and need a redesign of the circuit with unpredictable results for the remaining life of the product.
I believe the 436 now are on it's 4th circuit board design and probably the first one where the best, where it was identical to what the design team intended it to be.
/Ubbe
The 436 front board is on the second main revision.
The original version, susceptible to RTC and display backlight failure, and without mounting pads for C1.
The revised version that fixed the clock and display problems, and included mounting pads for C1. C1 was not initially installed, but all boards made in the last 2+ years have it.
The rear board hasn't changed noticeably through the life of the 436.
The original version, susceptible to RTC and display backlight failure, and without mounting pads for C1.
The revised version that fixed the clock and display problems, and included mounting pads for C1. C1 was not initially installed, but all boards made in the last 2+ years have it.
The rear board hasn't changed noticeably through the life of the 436.
CanesFan95
Analog already is interoperable.
Well, those are exactly the kind of kinks and problems that make me wanna wait.
It's the risk of being an early adopter. The biggest difference being that an issue with a unit whose functions are mostly defined by software can more likely be fixed with a software/firmware update, as opposed to replacing physical hardware.
No software/firmware can fix bad RTC batteries, failing LEDs, and missing capacitors.
Yup correct. So no need to keep banging on about the same thing. Wait for whistler to come out with their latest and greatest if it works for you great! Let us know in December or Q4 how the new TRX series works. Looking forward to your review.
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Whistler Wendy
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I think Uniden is making a big mistake on the SDS 100
they or going back to a add in battery pack and going away from using A A batteries
This is like when Scanners first came out 20 years ago this is a pain in the A?? i am a news Photographer
for my local news paper
and their has been many times when i am shooting a story or breaking news and my A A batteries die
so i can fine the closest Wall mart store and get some AA batteries i have 17 Uniden Scanners
and because of this i am thinking about getting my first Whistler scanner stay with AA batteries because all recharable batteries will die at some point and i will not have to wait for UPS to bring be new batteries
when i need them
Whistler Wendy
Whistler Representative
I think Uniden is making a big mistake on the SDS 100
they or going back to a add in battery pack and going away from using A A batteries
This is like when Scanners first came out 20 years ago this is a pain in the A?? i am a news Photographer
for my local news paper
and their has been many times when i am shooting a story or breaking news and my A A batteries die
so i can fine the closest Wall mart store and get some AA batteries i have 17 Uniden Scanners
and because of this i am thinking about getting my first Whistler scanner stay with AA batteries because all recharable batteries will die at some point and i will not have to wait for UPS to bring be new batteries
when i need them
RR News Alert
Rival receiver companies AOR and Icom release new handheld receivers for sale in May. Scanner company Uniden releases new SDR scanner for sale in June while competitor Whistler announces "development" of a scanner, shipping Q4 '18 (read: maybe ready for demo display at Hamvention next year).
AOR AR-DV10
https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/widerxvr/0410.html
Icom IC-R30
https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/widerxvr/1030.html
Uniden SDS100
https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/scanners/6100.html
All this divisiveness. Scan on bros.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DmYLrxR0Y8
Rival receiver companies AOR and Icom release new handheld receivers for sale in May. Scanner company Uniden releases new SDR scanner for sale in June while competitor Whistler announces "development" of a scanner, shipping Q4 '18 (read: maybe ready for demo display at Hamvention next year).
AOR AR-DV10
https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/widerxvr/0410.html
Icom IC-R30
https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/widerxvr/1030.html
Uniden SDS100
https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/scanners/6100.html
All this divisiveness. Scan on bros.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DmYLrxR0Y8
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stay with AA batteries
here is a message to Whistler Wendy's Avatar
Whistler Wendy
Whistler Representative
I think Uniden is making a big mistake on the SDS 100
they are going back to a add in battery pack and going away from using A A batteries
This is like when Scanners first came out 20 years ago this is a pain in the A?? i am a news Photographer
for my local news paper
and their has been many times when i am shooting a story or breaking news and my A A batteries die
so i can fine the closest Wall mart store and get some AA batteries i have 17 Uniden Scanners
and because of this i am thinking about getting my first Whistler scanner stay with AA batteries because all recharable batteries will die at some point and i will not have to wait for UPS to bring be new batteries
when i need them
here is a message to Whistler Wendy's Avatar
Whistler Wendy
Whistler Representative
I think Uniden is making a big mistake on the SDS 100
they are going back to a add in battery pack and going away from using A A batteries
This is like when Scanners first came out 20 years ago this is a pain in the A?? i am a news Photographer
for my local news paper
and their has been many times when i am shooting a story or breaking news and my A A batteries die
so i can fine the closest Wall mart store and get some AA batteries i have 17 Uniden Scanners
and because of this i am thinking about getting my first Whistler scanner stay with AA batteries because all recharable batteries will die at some point and i will not have to wait for UPS to bring be new batteries
when i need them
And the AOR was first mentioned 9 months ago. :wink:
https://forums.radioreference.com/aor-receivers/358464-new-aor-models.html
And the R30 over 1 year ago.
https://forums.radioreference.com/icom-receivers/368009-ic-r30-release-date.html
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Interesting, the Icom only does Phase I...
And, the AOR's step sizes lack 6.25/7.5/12.5/25/50/100Khz >> Supported bandwidths include FM 6/15/30/100 kHz, AM 3.8/5.5/15 kHz
Did we miss something here in the tuning spec?
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Nah that's common. They always leave out key functions or details. It's as if they don't have access to internet. Like if North Korea decided to design a radio. It's truly bizarre, almost like they don't like money.
CanesFan95
Analog already is interoperable.
So, great. LOL. So now we have circuit board versions. Now you prolly hafta wait more like 2 years before buying to get a truly finalized product.
That's always been the dilemma with any product. Do you buy it as soon as it becomes available,and start experiencing the benefits immediately, or wait until possible glitches are fixed? How long do you hand-wash clothes in the bathtub waiting for the perfect washing machine?
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