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Police Codes Explained
Police codes are used by law enforcement to keep communication succinct--similar to acronyms in any industry. Find all codes & definitions here.
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Are Police Scanners Legal?
Are police scanners legal? Yes, police scanners are legal in the U.S., but there are some regional restrictions and nuances you should be aware of.
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The Ultimate Guide to Police Scanner Programming
All scanners need some form of programming in order to transmit signals. Most digital scanners allow you to program simply by typing in a zip code,...
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Best Emergency Communication Devices
Communication and gathering information during an emergency is vital & staying prepared could save your life. Start preparing here.
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How to Sell Your Old Police Scanner
Some police scanners are worth selling; others - not so much. We’ll walk you through how to get the most money for your old police scanner.
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Ham Radio Crib Notes
We love hams here at Zip Scanners, so much so that we created an amateur radio cheatsheet of common ham codes, lingo, and more!
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What Is Simulcast Distortion On Police Scanners Radios?
Is your scanner working fine, but sometimes conversations disappear for awhile? Welcome to the bright and beautiful world of simulcast distortion!
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Police Scanning 101: Terminology, Concepts & Basics
New to police scanners? Start here. We discuss frequency basics, signal considerations & provide all necessary police scanning concepts for you.
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The 128 Best Police Scanner Websites
There is a lot of information online about police scanners, but not all of it is great. We've whittled our list down to these 128 websites.
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Police Scanner Encryption Explained
Encryption of public airwaves affects scanner enthusiasts in a variety of ways. Learn all about police scanner encryption in our detailed guide.
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