POLICE SCANNERS

Why Buy a Digital Phase 2 (P25) Scanner?

› Most areas require this format to hear anything.
› You'll be able to hear all possible agencies (Police, Aviation, Rail, NOAA weather, etc.).
› All communication is moving to Digital Phase 2 (P25).
› Much more user friendly.
› Choosing the correct 'format' is the most important part of buying a scanner, and Digital Phase 2 is by far the best choice.

What is Digital Phase 2?

Scanners monitor 4 different 'formats':

› Digital Phase 2: monitors Digital Phase 1, Digital Phase 2, Trunked, and Analog radio communications.
› Digital Phase 1: monitors only Digital Phase 1, Trunked, and Analog radio communications.
› Trunked: monitors only Trunked and Analog radio communications.
› Analog: monitors only Analog radio communications.

As you can see, P25 scanners can pick up everything. To find what format is required in your area chat with a scanner expert now.

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Why Buy a Handheld Scanner?

› Less expensive than base/mobile.
› Same reception range as base/mobile.
› Portability allows for use anywhere.

What is a Handheld Scanner?

A handheld scanner is a battery powered portable unit.

There are only 2 types of scanners:

› Handheld
› Base/Mobile

Base/mobile scanners are commonly used for:

› Home or work station set-up.
› Vehicle installation, like a CD player.

Unless you have a specific reason, most users buy a handheld.

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Why Buy Programming?

› Programming is by far the #1 reason scanners are returned.
› Programming is a confusing process that can take hours.
› Finding and adding frequencies in your area is challenging.
› With our programming option, your scanner will work right out of the box.
› Our programming option is inexpensive.
› Scanner software does not work with Mac computers.
› Most scanners do not come with software.

What is Programming?

Scanner programming is adding the frequencies (channels) you want to monitor into your scanner. Seems easy right? Well these frequencies are different everywhere, they change, and some places use one channel while others use hundreds of channels. Scanners are not as user-friendly as other common consumer electronics, such as iPhones. Some folks revel in tinkering, and can't wait to spend hours figuring our their new gadget, while others would rather have it work right out of the box. Skip the hassle, and let us program your scanner for you at a low cost.

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