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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:11 1996
From: Jesse Rhoads KE4CQE <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: " Wanted " B.C.Transit Bus frequencies
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 16:42:27 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

On Tue, 5 Mar 1996, Jay MacNEILL wrote:

> I'm looking for Information on British Columbia
> Transit bus radio frequencies.
> Have been able to monitor two of thier channels on 861 mhz
> but as I recall from thier buzzer newsletter they have a few other
> channels.
> Can anyone help me on this ?
>                                                 [e-mail]
>
>
        I was in the capitol some months ago, and on my Amateur 2-Meter
radio I recieved the bus people.  Scan 155-157 MHz.  Enjoy!

Jesse Rhoads, KE4CQE <[e-mail]>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:12 1996
Date: 3 Mar 1996 18:25:28 EDT
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Hugh Duff)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Subject: ** re: 2006 tech. info **


re: PRO2006 tech. info...

These scanners use 2 seperate PLL synthesizer chips.
One is the Motorola MC145158 and the other is a CX7925B, I'm not
sure of the manufacturer of the latter. These are both serially
programmed from the microprocessor by common CLOCK and DATA lines
plus an ENABLE line for each chip.
I don't have any data for the CX7925 but there is plenty of info
on the MC145158 in the Motorola Communications Devices databook.
The reference clock for the '158 is 10 MHz. The reference gets
internally divided depending on the data word that has been sent to
it from the micro to setup the step size. By connecting a frequency
counter to the REF OUT pin (pin 14) you can check the actual reference
frequency. By probing around the VCO's with your freq. counter, you
can determine whats going on and come up with some calculations. Keep
in mind that the'158 has a prescalar connected to it.
This is the "harder" way to do it.  The simpler way would be to study
the microprocessor source code and see how it is set up to talk to
the PLL chips. (If you get a copy of the source, let me know  !! :)

Regards!

Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto




---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:13 1996
Date: 3 Mar 1996 09:38:32 EDT
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Hugh Duff)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Subject: ** re: 2006 tech. info **


re: PRO2006 tech. info...

These scanners use 2 seperate PLL synthesizer chips.
One is the Motorola MC145158 and the other is a CX7925B, I'm not
sure of the manufacturer of the latter. These are both serially
programmed from the microprocessor by common CLOCK and DATA lines
plus an ENABLE line for each chip.
I don't have any data for the CX7925 but there is plenty of info
on the MC145158 in the Motorola Communications Devices databook.
The reference clock for the '158 is 10 MHz. The reference gets
internally divided depending on the data word that has been sent to
it from the micro to setup the step size. By connecting a frequency
counter to the REF OUT pin (pin 14) you can check the actual reference
frequency. By probing around the VCO's with your freq. counter, you
can determine whats going on and come up with some calculations. Keep
in mind that the'158 has a prescalar connected to it.
This is the "harder" way to do it.  The simpler way would be to study
the microprocessor source code and see how it is set up to talk to
the PLL chips. (If you get a copy of the source, let me know  !! :)

Regards!

Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto




---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:14 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Simon Collings)
From: [e-mail] (Simon Collings)
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 19:37:52 GMT
Subject: *** ANNOUNCE: Updated PC-MANAGER for AR8000 demo available ****

Dear All,

Thank you for your interest in AOR PC-MANAGER for Windows.

I have updated the program to correct a stability problem with
Windows 95 and made a few minor improvements.

The demo has file saving disabled and works for a period of ten
minutes before stopping.  It is available from a link on my home
page or direct at:

ftp://ftp.demon.co.uk/pub/ham/scanners/pc-manag.zip

Simon

--
Simon Collings, G4SGI
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, ENGLAND
http://www.ibmpcug.co.uk/~g4sgi/





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:15 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ***PRO-2036 ANYthing???***
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 1996 14:38:08 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Jeff Later wrote:
>
> I would APPRECIATE ANY information/mods/FAQs/Etc.
> on the Radio Shack Pro-2036!
>
> (please email)
> Thanks A Lot!
> [e-mail]


Jeff:

The Radio Shack PRO-2036 is basically the Uniden BC890-XLT.  So any mods you s
ee for the Uniden
should apply.  I'll see what I can find.

Bill Crocker


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Daryll1)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 80 MPH fools (was: Radar Jammers,  Policemen's Balls, etc)
Date: 4 Mar 1996 21:22:08 -0500
Message-ID: <4hg8gg$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
Brian varine <[e-mail]> writes:

>Hey Ralph Nader, guess what, Speed is NOT a leading cause of accidents,
>in fact it's not even in the top ten. What they NHSTA means when the say
>speed is "Speed Related". What is speed related? Well, among the list are

>High Speed Chase, Illegal Lane Change, unsafe following distance, Driving

>too SLOW, etc. In addition, if you are determined to be over the limit in

>an accident, it's speed related. SO you could be cruising along at a safe

>80MPH and a jet could crash into your car from behind, guess what???
>Speed related. Same thing goes with alcohol. Say your sober, but, a
>person in the back seat is .12%. If you crash, it's Alcohol related,
pretty
>stupid huh? In Canada where they have better studies, speed is a factor
in
>only 1.5% of accidents.

Yep, all those experts are wrong.  Anyway, here is the reality:  Just buy
all the insurance you can, so when you hit somebody doing a "safe 80 MPH",
you can help pay for the big-time medical expenses, rehab expenses,
funeral bills, and attorneys fees.  Then maybe you'll only have to give up
half of your wages for the rest of your life, plus any assets you may own,
for the pain and suffering award and punitive damages,  when the real
victim sues your butt off.  It doesn't matter if you believe that 80 MPH
is safe or not.  You still lose.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:18 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 80 MPH fools (was: Radar Jammers, Policemen's Balls, etc)
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 13:52:34 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hg8gg$[e-mail]>



On 4 Mar 1996, Daryll1 wrote:

> In article <[e-mail]>,
> Brian varine <[e-mail]> writes:
>
> >Hey Ralph Nader, guess what, Speed is NOT a leading cause of accidents,
> >in fact it's not even in the top ten. What they NHSTA means when the say
> >speed is "Speed Related". What is speed related? Well, among the list are
>  >High Speed Chase, Illegal Lane Change, unsafe following distance, Driving
>  >too SLOW, etc. In addition, if you are determined to be over the limit in
>  >an accident, it's speed related. SO you could be cruising along at a safe
>  >80MPH and a jet could crash into your car from behind, guess what???
> >Speed related. Same thing goes with alcohol. Say your sober, but, a
> >person in the back seat is .12%. If you crash, it's Alcohol related,
> pretty
> >stupid huh? In Canada where they have better studies, speed is a factor
> in
> >only 1.5% of accidents.
>
> Yep, all those experts are wrong.  Anyway, here is the reality:  Just buy
> all the insurance you can, so when you hit somebody doing a "safe 80 MPH",
> you can help pay for the big-time medical expenses, rehab expenses,
> funeral bills, and attorneys fees.  Then maybe you'll only have to give up
> half of your wages for the rest of your life, plus any assets you may own,
> for the pain and suffering award and punitive damages,  when the real
> victim sues your butt off.  It doesn't matter if you believe that 80 MPH
> is safe or not.  You still lose.

On a freeway it's going to be damned hard to hit somebody doing 80 (in
the opposite direction). Theres things called barriers and medians. On a
freeway everyone is going in the same direction and there is limited
access. Whats funny is that of all accidents, only 7% happen on a
freeway. Of all fatalities, most happpen under 40MPH, why is that?
Because freeways are safe. 80 MPH is safe, and lots of folks drive that
fast, go to California, almost everyone is going that fast. Do they have
a higher number of accidents or fatalities? Nope. Why do the Insurance
companies and NHSTA have to maipulate figure to "convince" people?
Because the real stats would show them to be wrong and *gulp* that
speeding really isn't as bad as they say. Any reason why they don't say
that X% of accidents are caused by speeding instead of Speed Related? Why
do they do this? I'm not saying that 80 is safe around town, but the fact
is 80 is safe on a freeway (unless theres a lot of traffic). Saying that
hitting something at 80 is going to wreak havoc is just plain stupid.
Hitting something at 50 or 60 or 30 is not good. Should we lower the
limit to 15? Then NO ONE would get hurt. Driving is not 100% safe,
nothing is. The fact is 80 can be driven safely on a freeway, lots of
people do it everyday and there aren't "masses" of people dying.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:20 1996
From: [e-mail](D.R.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 850XLT
Date: 3 Mar 1996 03:27:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4hb3im$[e-mail]>
References: <4hara1$[e-mail]>

Call Bearcat, they are located in Indiana, you can send a one time
standard fee (Don't remember what it is), and send the scanner, and
they will fix anything that is wrong with it.




In <4hara1$[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>
>I have a 850 XLT that I had to 'snap' the power supply once and awhile
to get
>it to reset and now the scanner is realy whacko'd out.  I think the
chip is
>o.k. but I don't know about the rest of the components. If anyone
could give
>me some tips and other ideas that would be great.  The keys have no
affect and
>the display is mostly junk but it still 'blips' at the scan
interveals. I live
>in St. Louis so if anyone knows any local repair shops that would be
great
>(cheap please!). I don't know if this e-mail address works so just
post here
>thanx



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:21 1996
From: Rob Bellville <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: >>> Add your Scanning Web Page URL <<<
Date: 2 Mar 1996 21:21:31 GMT
Message-ID: <4hae4r$[e-mail]>

Got a scanner-related Web page? Got a favorite scanner-related Web page?

Add the URL to my list automatically by filling out a simple form!

The Central Mass Scanning Page offers free, no obligation (no salesman
will call) listings of scanner-related Web pages. Add your own or add
someone elses (check for duplicates first :).

Enjoy!

**********************************************
Central Mass Scanning Page:
http://www.ultranet.com/~bellvill/scanner.html

CB Radio Resources on the 'Net:
http://www.ultranet.com/~bellvill/cb.html
**********************************************

-- Rob


..........................................................
 Rob Bellville, N1NTE                           PO Box 515
 [e-mail]                  Millbury, MA 01527
..........................................................
           http://www.ultranet.com/~bellvill/
  Visit Worcester, MA ->      http://www.worcester.ma.us/
..........................................................




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:21 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: _Pro-26 Mods_
From: [e-mail] (Ron Roth)
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue,  5 Mar 96 09:13:00 -0500

DM>  Are you talking about the downconverter technique for modifying
DM>  the 26?
--
 I'm using the image frequencies, but since the Pro-26 blocks the
 800 MHz band when they are programmed, a jumper will power it and
 restore full sensitivity across the entire cellular range.
 I also include mods to soften the beep, to keep the back-light on,
 and to extend the 26's (rechargeable) battery life by 2-3 hours.

 * Ron Roth
---
 * RoseReader 2.10b P003228 Entered at [CRS]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ACARS, What's the best setup ?
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:00:23
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gce2j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmsak$[e-mail]> <4gnjj3$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]> Paul Bastian <[e-mail]> wri
tes:
>From: Paul Bastian <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Re: ACARS, What's the best setup ?
>Date: Sun, 25 Feb 1996 17:13:27 -0800

>Robert Barker wrote:
>>
>> Will Message Tracker do ACARS?  I tried it but the signal has to
>> be good?

>        CQ Magazine has an ad for a Stand Alone unit that will pick up
>ACARS.  AEA is the company and they have the AEA ACARS which comes with
>Demodulator & Software.  Not price listed but should be much cheaper than
>the Universal M-400 unit.

>        Paul



I bought the AEA ACARS package for $90 at a Ham Radio Outlet store about 2
months ago when they first came out.  It works as advertised and comes with a
very good manual (very important).

Steve


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:24 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ACARS, What's the best setup ?
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 15:14:08 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gce2j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmsak$[e-mail]> <4gnjj3$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Steve Kennedy wrote:
>
> I bought the AEA ACARS package for $90 at a Ham Radio Outlet store about 2
> months ago when they first came out.  It works as advertised and comes with
a
> very good manual (very important).
> Steve:

I have the AEA PK-900 decoder.  AEA's normal ACARS package comes with a cable
interface
device.  They make mention of a software only version of their ACARS package,
minus the
interface device, that will work with my PK-900.  Is this what you're using, o
r did you
also get the hardware?

Are all the ACARS signals in the normal 118 - 136MHz A.M. band, or is there an
y on HF?

Thanks, Bill Crocker


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:24 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Anybody from Spain ???
Date: 2 Mar 1996 00:07:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4h83gr$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I'm looking for people from Spain.

Thanks.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:25 1996
From: [e-mail](Dan Baxter )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR AR 8000
Date: 5 Mar 1996 20:37:29 GMT
Message-ID: <4hi8m9$[e-mail]>

I am thinking about buying the AOR AR 8000 Could someone give me the
good and bad about it. I have a pro 2006 and a pro 43 that i am going
to sell to get this is that a good move or not. any advice on this is
greatly appreciated.
                        Dan


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR AR8000
Date: Sat,  2 Mar 1996 04:33:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

KL>From: [e-mail] (Kirsi Luttinen)
KL>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
KL>Subject: AOR AR8000
KL>Date: 1 Mar 1996 03:36:31 GMT
KL>Message-ID: <4h5rbv$[e-mail]>
KL>Organization: Ripco BBS, Free Trial account [phone]

KL>      Is it normal for the AR8000 to heat up when used with the AC adaptor
?
KL>when i'm using it with the AC or car DC it heats up, to a point where is
KL>uncomfortable to hold in hand. It does't burn or anyting it's just hot, i'd
KL>say about 90 degres.

KL>   Any info would be appreciated.....


It will heat up a little. Make sure the radio is standing up so the
batteries can radiate their heat. If the radio is charged while "on
its back" it will get much hotter.

Remember to not overcharge the batteries. Once a battery is fully charged
it will get very hot if continued charging. This will ruin the battery
eventually. Continuous overcharging can cause dendrites, which short the
cells.

The best solution is to have a second set of batteries and charge the
batteries in a cheap "slow" to "medium" charger (7 to 3 hours). You can
buy a GE/Sanyo 7 hour charger for $10 with 2 AA nicads.


KL>--

 * SLMR 2.1a * Newt: Dfn: 1) Cool reptile 2) Crooked politician


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:27 1996
From: shawn <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
Date: 2 Mar 1996 06:10:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8oos$[e-mail]>
References: <4h5rbv$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Kirsi Luttinen) wrote:
>      Is it normal for the AR8000 to heat up when used with the AC adaptor ?
>when i'm using it with the AC or car DC it heats up, to a point where is
>uncomfortable to hold in hand. It does't burn or anyting it's just hot, i'd
>say about 90 degres.
>
>   Any info would be appreciated.....
>

I noticed a similar heat rise in my unit.  Then I bought a spare adapter
from Radio Shack.  For some reason, the radio does not get as hot when
recharging with the RS adapter.  The original charger supplied with my
unit is a 100v 200 mA.  (I bought my radio from Javiation.)  The Radio
Shack charger is 120v 300 mA 1.5 - 12v Cat. No. 273-1662.  Does this make
any sense?



--

Sincerely

Shawn Raper

[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joe Brady)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
Date: 5 Mar 1996 09:28:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hh1g1$[e-mail]>
References: <4h5rbv$[e-mail]> <4h8oos$[e-mail]>

: I noticed a similar heat rise in my unit.  Then I bought a spare adapter
: from Radio Shack.  For some reason, the radio does not get as hot when
: recharging with the RS adapter.  The original charger supplied with my
: unit is a 100v 200 mA.  (I bought my radio from Javiation.)  The Radio
: Shack charger is 120v 300 mA 1.5 - 12v Cat. No. 273-1662.  Does this make
: any sense?

  Same here, measured voltage on charger supplied by Javiation it
  was 17.3 volts.  Thought this was rather high, went and bought
  Radio Shack charger, its output measured 12.0 volts.  Noticed
  AR8k doesn't get as hot now.


---
Regards,
Joe                 email: [e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
Date: Wed,  6 Mar 1996 04:08:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

JB>From: [e-mail] (Joe Brady)
JB>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
JB>Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
JB>Date: 5 Mar 1996 09:28:33 GMT
JB>Message-ID: <4hh1g1$[e-mail]>
JB>Organization: Hewlett-Packard Little Falls Site

JB>: I noticed a similar heat rise in my unit.  Then I bought a spare adapter
JB>: from Radio Shack.  For some reason, the radio does not get as hot when
JB>: recharging with the RS adapter.  The original charger supplied with my
JB>: unit is a 100v 200 mA.  (I bought my radio from Javiation.)  The Radio
JB>: Shack charger is 120v 300 mA 1.5 - 12v Cat. No. 273-1662.  Does this make
JB>: any sense?

JB>  Same here, measured voltage on charger supplied by Javiation it
JB>  was 17.3 volts.  Thought this was rather high, went and bought
JB>  Radio Shack charger, its output measured 12.0 volts.  Noticed
JB>  AR8k doesn't get as hot now.


JB>---
JB>Regards,
JB>Joe                 email: [e-mail]


The AR8K has a very simple voltage regulator to charge the batteries. It
is a "linear" circuit, and thus will drop the difference of the battery
voltage and the wall wart voltage across a pass device.

I suggest charging with a cheap external charger to keep the heat
away from the radio.

 * SLMR 2.1a * Long Live The New World Order


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:31 1996
From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 14:48:51 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

> KL>From: [e-mail] (Kirsi Luttinen)
> KL>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
> KL>Subject: AOR AR8000
> KL>Date: 1 Mar 1996 03:36:31 GMT

> KL>      Is it normal for the AR8000 to heat up when used with the AC adapto
r ?
> KL>when i'm using it with the AC or car DC it heats up, to a point where is
> KL>uncomfortable to hold in hand. It does't burn or anyting it's just hot, i
'd
> KL>say about 90 degres.
>
> KL>   Any info would be appreciated.....

They really boil when you let them charge back-down on a couch or
bed blanket.  Terrific scanner, but AOR should have put a little more
into a decent charging circuit so you can just leave the thing plugged
in and it will charge/trickle/shut off based on the total voltage in the
battery pack.  My old RS PRO-37 does this quite nicely.   Perhaps
someone will come out with a charging adapter for the AR8000 that will
somehow do this, since the radio does not.

Does anyone know a better brand of NiCd's than the ones you get at RS?
I find their regular blue ones are OK, but the silver long-life NiCd's
went bad after not too long, plus they don't seem to hold a charge any
longer than the regular rechargeables.   Maybe it's that daggone AR8000
charger that fries them up.

Mike

--
^v^v^v^v^v^v PV-WAVE: Where it's @!  http://www.vni.com ^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^
Michael Mayer, Senior Technical Support Engineer   Amateur Radio KB8RJO
Visual Numerics, Inc.  32915 Aurora Rd. Suite 160, Solon OH  44139  USA
Email: [e-mail]    Human: 216-248-4900   Fax: [phone]
v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v Good * Cheap * Quick  (pick any two) ^v^v^v^v^v^v^v^v


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:32 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Bill Ezell)
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 12:56:55 GMT
References: <4h5rbv$[e-mail]> <4h8oos$[e-mail]> <4hh1g1$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Joe Brady) writes:

>: I noticed a similar heat rise in my unit.  Then I bought a spare adapter
>: from Radio Shack.  For some reason, the radio does not get as hot when
>: recharging with the RS adapter.  The original charger supplied with my
>: unit is a 100v 200 mA.  (I bought my radio from Javiation.)  The Radio
>: Shack charger is 120v 300 mA 1.5 - 12v Cat. No. 273-1662.  Does this make
>: any sense?

>  Same here, measured voltage on charger supplied by Javiation it
>  was 17.3 volts.  Thought this was rather high, went and bought
>  Radio Shack charger, its output measured 12.0 volts.  Noticed
>  AR8k doesn't get as hot now.

When you use a 100v transformer on US 120v lines, the output voltage will be
significantly higher. This means that the internal voltage regulator in
the 8000 (or any other unit, for that matter) has to dissipate more energy
to drop the incoming voltage down to where it belongs, thus, more heat.

Even though it works, it certainly stresses the 8000 more to have to handle
the extra dissipation; it's not a bad idea to get a proper US adaptor.

_______________________
| Bill Ezell          |
| [e-mail]      |
| [phone] x300 |
-----------------------


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:33 1996
From: Jim Dantin <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR AR8000 database and interface
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 09:04:03 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Announcing: An upgrade to the AR8000 database program

I am preparing to release an upgrade to my Microsoft Access database for
the AR8000. This database is a FREEWARE project that allows you to
maintain a master database of frequencies and then assign frequencies to
AR8000 channels. A text file is generated for transmission to the radio.
Existing data from the radio can be imported.

The current version requires the use of Terminal or some other
communications program to do the uploading or downloading.

The new version will include a program to handle the communications
automatically. This program is being written by John McColman and is in
final testing. His program will be linked to the database through a
macro and allows uploading the file created by my database, or
downloading the AR8000's memory data. It will also run standalone.

The new database version and John's communications module remain
Freeware. It will be released in Access 2, but runs fine with Windows 95
and Access 95. A compiled version is not available.

All we ask of you are your opinions and suggestions for improvements. Of
course, if you want to join John and I in continuing to develop the
project, you're certainly welcome.

Existing users of my database should use this opportunity to register
their suggestions and requests for features. Expect the new release in a
couple of weeks.

I need an ftp or Web site to post the upgrade. I have tried to post to
SimTel, but I don't think I was successful. Someone please help here!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:35 1996
From: Ray Matthews <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC 100 XLT
Date: 4 Mar 1996 14:14:30 GMT
Message-ID: <4hets6$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

"marie, bob" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>CAN ANYONE TELL ME HOW TO RESET ALL 100 CHANNELS TO START OVER.
>
>
  Hold down the 2, 9, and MANUAL keys while turning the scanner on.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:36 1996
From: [e-mail](Martin Toomajian )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC-300
Date: 4 Mar 1996 23:32:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4hfui1$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Brian J.
Rueger) writes:
>
>Because I am pretty good at fix'in things, I was given an old Bearcat
300
>scanner to have a look at.  I had been given no idea what might have
been
>wrong with this critter.  When I plugged it in, the display came on
and it
>started to scan, but since there was no antenna attached, it did not
pick-up
>any thing.  I took it out to the work bench and opened the case so
that I
>could get direct access to the back side of the antenna connection.  I
then
>attached a 'gator clip with a long wire to the center connector of the
>female antenna plug.  I still wasn't getting much anything I am not a
very
>patient person so I started messing with the preprogrammed buttons -
"Air,
>Trans, etc."  About this time the display went out.  If I put the
squelch
>all the way up I get a the "rush" sound.
>
>This BC-300 scanner looks like it was and could still be a great
scanner.  I
>am wondering if it would be worth it to have a professionally
repaired.
>
>Any suggestions would be appreciated.
>
>Brian

You can fix this yourself.  As per Bob Parnass' article in the new
Monitoring Times, this is a very common problem.  It is also a snap to
fix.

He lists the capacitor C98 as the likely problem.  Replace this with a
47uF/35v or 47uF/50V capacitor.  The original in your 300 may be either
22uF or 47 uF according to Bob's article.

Pick up the latest Monitoring Times (March) at Barnes and Noble for the
full report.

Marty


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:37 1996
From: [e-mail](John R. Bosco )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC-70XL Info needed
Date: 5 Mar 1996 19:37:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hi559$[e-mail]>

I found a used BC-70XL for sale in a local store.  Missing antenna,
users manual, dead nicads etc. for $35 as-is.

Was wondering, can anyone give me any info as to the coverage of this
model as well as any advice.  This would be my first scanner.

Thanks


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:38 1996
From: Bob Dashoff <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC-890 cell mods?
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 22:38:03 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h1t14$[e-mail]>
To: ? <[e-mail]>

I have moded my 890.  It was too new for the std mod. because it was made
after that cut off date.  I ordered a new cpu from Uniden the 'A' version
then the std mod worked.  the chip is about $30.00.  You must make sure
it has an 'A' after the the chip number, they can tell you over the
phone.  I have the mod that you want just have to dig it out.  But you
might have to change cpu if you scanners too new.

                                   Bob...


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (cindy Trice)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC200xlt
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 16:07:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4hhot1$[e-mail]>
References: <4hekhn$[e-mail]>

brian johnson <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Is there any keypad goodies on this great little handheld, also are there
>any of them on the 760??? Any help is appreciated.... Brian

Brian:
        There are a lot of mods that can be done on the 200xlt. You might want
to start witha battery mod for longer batt life. To get a list of mods
that can be done on the 200xlt call
Kent Comm@ [phone] talk to Steve Lamb.
good person.

        Gary
[e-mail]
        They can run but they can't hide.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:40 1996
From: sean shuhayda <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC400XLT help
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 23:46:17 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

I have had a BC400XLT for about 6 years, and hasn't given me any trouble
yet!!!  These specs are from 1990, so they might be outdated.  29-54 MHZ,
136-174 MHZ, 406-512 MHZ; 16 channel; 15 channel/s scan rate.  Hope this
info helps.

On Fri, 1 Mar 1996, Scott W. Rouse wrote:

> Anyone have any info on the BC400XLT.  I am looking into buying a used one
> and I have no idea what it consists of.  Any specs or personal/subjective
> comments are welcome via email.  Thank you very much.
>
> --
> Scott Rouse
> [e-mail]
>
>
>


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nick Biello)
Subject: Bearcat 142+5 Mods
Date: 5 Mar 96 16:05:39 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

I would Like any Modifications none about Uniden Bearcat Bc142xl and
the Bc145xl. If you have any Keypad tricks or Internal modifications.
I am specifically interested in tuning into cellular and other types.
Please post these mods on this bbs or email to me at [e-mail].

                                Thank You,
                                Nick Biello
                                        N1RHE


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (CATHERDER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Bearcat 220
Date: 5 Mar 1996 18:58:42 -0500
Message-ID: <4hikfi$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (CATHERDER)

Can the ole' boy be made to do things it shouldn't?
Ole' Scanner Sam


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:42 1996
From: Dave Comer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cable Discramblers
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 08:24:05 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h62he$[e-mail]>

MarCc88 wrote:

WHy do I get the feeling that MarCc88 == FBI ???


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (hoss)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cable Discramblers
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 02:50:15 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h62he$[e-mail]>

On 1 Mar 1996 00:38:54 -0500, [e-mail] (MarCc88) wrote:

>Looking for Premium chanels without paying premium prices???Buy a Cable
>decoder box!! we specialy encode cable boxes to work in you area...E-mail
>for more info...
send info [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:44 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cellular Frequencies???
Date: 5 Mar 1996 09:17:42 GMT
Message-ID: <4hh0rm$[e-mail]>
References: <4gdtjk$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (anonymous) wrote:
>I suspect this is naughty, but since I just purchased a 2006
>w/cellular restored, my inquiring mind wants to know where I can
>obtain cellular frequencies so I can try it out.
>

To avoid breaking the law, avoid scanning from 869 mHz to 895 mHz
is 30 khz steps.

TD.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:45 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cellular programming software
Date: 5 Mar 1996 09:18:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4hh0ts$[e-mail]>
References: <4h553s$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (MarCc88) wrote:
>For detailed info and software on programming cellular phones>>>
>
>
>Contact...Cellular Associates at-- [e-mail]
>
>We have software to fit all you programming needs>>> $150.00


Or post your requests here and have it all for free, your choice.

TD.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:46 1996
From: yann <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: cherche frequences aero militaires
Date: 2 Mar 1996 00:39:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4h85ct$mgm$[e-mail]>

Je cherche les frequences aero militaires en france (les
frΘquences non cryptΘes bien sur!)merci d'avance

--
thats me


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Petersen)
Date: 02 Mar 96 03:03:02
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Coax & antenna questions
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have a few questions regarding which type of coaxial cable I should use
for my scanner.  I have a PRO-2006 base scanner and am planning to buy an
external roof antenna - will talk about that later.  For now, I'm confused
as to which type of coaxial cable I should get.  I'll be running anywhere
from 50 to 75 feet of coaxial cable as my "radio room" is on the first
story of our second story house and I plan to put the antenna on the second.

Anyway, regarding the coaxial cable, I have heard that it is best to aquire
coax of a certain Ohms value.  Which ohms value should this be?  I've heard
both 50 and 52 are "the best", but obviously there cannot be two bests!  :)
Second, what exactly does the ohms value have to do with my scanner?  What/
how does the ohms value affect the radio signal(s)?  And finally my primary
concern is in which type of coax I will buy.  Since I will have a fairly
long run, I want to buy the coax with the least dB loss per x number of feet.
I have heard a lot of bragging about the Belden 9913 coax cable which appears
to be 50 ohm coax with a 10.6 dB loss on frequencies at 1 GHz per 100 feet.
Yet, the Belden 9914 coax only has a loss of 6.0 dB on frequencies at 1 GHz
per 100 feet.  However, 9914 is 75 ohm coax, which leads me back to my first
question about why Ohms matter?

As for the antenna, I have been told that the iCOM AH-7000 and Diamond D-130J
antennas are good discones.  What do you guys think?  What is the best discone
for scanners in all of your opinions?  My listening will range from 28 MHz to
896 MHz <grin>.

Please reply to: [e-mail]

Thank you!

--
|Fidonet:  Brian Petersen 1:103/604
|Internet: [e-mail]
|
| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (chuck  )
Subject: RE: Coax & antenna questions
Date: 5 Mar 96 00:10:56 -0800
References: <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

I have a 2006 also with roof antenna and i use RG-8 cable it's very
well insulated and works great for me.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave O'Neal)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Coax & antenna questions
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 15:59:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4hho5b$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Bill Crocker <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Brian:

>Coax is always a subject that stirs up emotions!  The impedance (ohms) of coa
x is
>very important on transmitters, less important on receivers, but still a cons
ideration.

>Also, the type of coax is very important!  The thinner coax, i.e.: RG-58/U ha
s VERY high
>loss at the higher frequencies.  It's funny, because ICOM supplies thier disc
one antenna
>with a type "N" connector, for low loss, then they blow it with thin coax.  S
o basically
>what was gained in the connector, is lost in the cable, and then some!

>You should keep your run as short as possible.  Any of the following cables s
hould work
>well:

>RG8/X, RG8/U (BELDEN 9913), or RG188

>At 75 feet, you may also want to consider a preamp.  Get the type that mounts
 up high with
>the antenna.  It boost the signal at the point of the antenna and helps drive
 it down the
>cable.  The type that are mounted near your radio also boost the noise that t
he cable picks
>up...not good.

>Bill Crocker


Geat advice, Bill!
     Many commercial 800/900MHZ installations do the same.  You can
mount a pre-amp tower top and then use a less expensive coax (heliax)
down the tower.  Anyone who wants to listen to high freq.'s and has a
long run of coax should get a pre-amp.

Dave O'Neal



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:50 1996
From: [e-mail](?)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Communication Electronics dumped me
Date: 5 Mar 1996 17:18:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4hht22$[e-mail]>

Communications Electronics sold me a Relm 2 way about 4 years ago. The
Ni-cad went south on me so I called Comm. Elec. to buy a replacement.
They told me the battery was no longer available. I told them I thought
this poor customer dervice.Called back later and bitched at them a
little more and was told the owner would call me. No call, no battery.

Called Relm direct and had it six days later. No particular message
here, just wanted buyers to be aware.  Gene


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:51 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Communication Electronics dumped me
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 19:13:29 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hht22$[e-mail]>

? wrote:
>
> Communications Electronics sold me a Relm 2 way about 4 years ago. The
> Ni-cad went south on me so I called Comm. Elec. to buy a replacement.
> They told me the battery was no longer available. I told them I thought
> this poor customer dervice.Called back later and bitched at them a
> little more and was told the owner would call me. No call, no battery.
>
> Called Relm direct and had it six days later. No particular message
> here, just wanted buyers to be aware.  Gene


I'd say there is a very strong message here!  If in fact it happened as you sa
y,
the Communications Electronics must not be interested in doing any future busi
ness
with you, me, or most anyone else that has read your message.

This is becomming a common problem today.  That's why it's sometimes best to s
tick
with the established firms, even if it means paying just a little more up fron
t.

Bill


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (David G. Schmidt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: DTMF decoders FS
Date: 7 Mar 1996 02:04:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlg88$[e-mail]>

Two styles, both with RS232 output, 511-512 number non-volatile memory,
assembled, battery operated.  One has an LCD display.  Pictures available on
the below web page.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------
( DSchmidt Technologies, Ventura CA     http://www.rain.org/~dschmidt )
( Freq selectors for FME/FM25, DTMF decoders, Email [e-mail] )
-----------------------------------------------------------------------


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (Radiomatt)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.digital,alt.radio.pirate,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: Employment/Edu Enhancement Custom Documen
Date: 4 Mar 1996 22:52:05 -0500
Message-ID: <4hgdp5$[e-mail]>
References: <4hebqh$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Radiomatt)

is this legal? sounds borderline fraudulent at best. how about a public
posting about your policy on veracity?


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:54 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: alt.radio.digital,alt.radio.pirate,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Employment/Edu Enhancement Custom Documents
Date: 4 Mar 1996 09:06:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4hebqh$[e-mail]>

The Matrix Group offers the following services.

        Employment history enhancement

        Educational history enhancement

        Telephone voice verification of employment
        history or other information

        Document Restoration and Correction

        Certificates and Awards

        Laminated ID Cards

        Novelty Business Cards

        Other Custom Services

For further information call, fax, write or
e-mail for an information sheet.

MATRIX GROUP
PO Box 1225
Canton, TX 75103

[phone] (Voice)
[phone] (Fax)

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (C44310)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Expensive(!!) Antenna Splitter from Radio Shack???
Date: 3 Mar 1996 21:57:38 -0500
Message-ID: <4hdm72$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (C44310)

If you want to use your car antenna for a scanner all you need to buy is a
Y adapter with one male and two female Motorola connectors.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (The Great Cornholio)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: F I R S T   S C A N N E R   H E L P... P L E A S E!
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 1996 22:16:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4h7sct$[e-mail]>

Before anybody tells me starts rippin' on me, I have only looked at
one place for a scanner.  Radio Shack.  I've been reading this group
for a couple of weeks and can't figure out which is the best scanner
to get.  It seems like the debate is as old as Ford:Chevy, Coke:Pepsi

The two scanner's I looked at where the low end $125 basic 800 mhz
scanner, with 16 chanels.  Then for $450 and 200 chanels, I could scan
all the way up to 1.3 Ghz.  But I don't know what's up there that
would be worth the extra money.

I'm also interested in a scanner that I can connect to my PC.  And
neither of these scanners did that.  So if someone could point me in a
direction, I would appriciate it.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:57 1996
From: [e-mail](David M. Oberholtzer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: F I R S T   S C A N N E R   H E L P... P L E A S E!
Date: 2 Mar 1996 11:41:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4h9c4k$[e-mail]>
References: <4h7sct$[e-mail]>

Get the Realistic PRO-2006 base.

In <4h7sct$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (The Great
Cornholio) writes:
>
>Before anybody tells me starts rippin' on me, I have only looked at
>one place for a scanner.  Radio Shack.  I've been reading this group
>for a couple of weeks and can't figure out which is the best scanner
>to get.  It seems like the debate is as old as Ford:Chevy, Coke:Pepsi
>
>The two scanner's I looked at where the low end $125 basic 800 mhz
>scanner, with 16 chanels.  Then for $450 and 200 chanels, I could scan
>all the way up to 1.3 Ghz.  But I don't know what's up there that
>would be worth the extra money.
>
>I'm also interested in a scanner that I can connect to my PC.  And
>neither of these scanners did that.  So if someone could point me in a
>direction, I would appriciate it.
>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Amy Rives mccollum)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: F I R S T   S C A N N E R   H E L P... P L E A S E!
Date: 3 Mar 1996 05:06:43 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hb9d3$[e-mail]>
References: <4h7sct$[e-mail]>

First of all, get as many channels as you can afford.  There is not a lot
above 900 mhz, but some of these do get cellular images up around 1100
mhz.  About the only other ones that are worth considering are either AOR
(budget permitting) or Bearcat.  The one big advantage R/S has over these
is repair, since you only have to take it to any store to send it off to
be fixed.

If I were you I'd look quite closely at the AOR 8000, which has all the
bells and whistles you could ever want.  AOR also has some not as widely
advertised units that are neat too.  For more info, see Popular
Communications or Monitoring Times magazines.  These are great resources
too.

Jim Dean
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:29:59 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Following cell calls
Date: 3 Mar 1996 12:00:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4hc1l8$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

John <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Is there any logical way to follow cell calls as they go from site to
>site? I thought I had read somewhere that there is a way to do this.

You can either decode the 10kHz Manchester data burst from the tower
that tells the mobile where to go, or you can modify a Motorola car
phone to hook to your PC and use 'Celltracker' or 'Spytracker', or
there is a command in test mode on the motorola that tells you where
the call went (in HEX) and then you can punch the new channel through
the keypad on the phone.(No PC needed).
try....

http://www.primenet.com/~mtorola/

TD.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:00 1996
From: Pbrune6232@aol
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: French frequencies
Date: 4 Mar 1996 04:10:26 -0800
Message-ID: <4hemji$[e-mail]>

send informations for WEB ftp news sites with french frequencies


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:01 1996
From: Indiana <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: French frequencies
Date: 5 Mar 1996 19:02:04 GMT
Distribution: inet
Message-ID: <4hi33c$[e-mail]>

Pbrune6232@aol writes:
> send informations for WEB ftp news sites with french frequencies

Je suis Θgalement en France (α Paris) et j'ai Θventuellement
quelques frΘquences ..... (en provenance de mon AR8000)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:02 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Jon Van Allen)
Subject: Freq's for Salt Lake area
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 96 16:50:55 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have a comprehensive listing for freqs in the Salt Lake
and Wasatch Front area. Email me if interested.

Jon


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:02 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Stephen Lui)
Subject: Freqs for Chicago, IL
Message-ID: <lui-0403961726010001@192.0.2.1>
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 01:25:55 GMT

I'm taking a trip to Chicago this weekend (and to Columbus, IN, the
following week) and wanted some interesting frequencies to listen to while
I'm there. I don't need an exhaustive list though. I'm sure Chicago has
hundreds of active frequencies, normal for a city of that size.

Stephen


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:03 1996
From: "B. K." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Freqs. used by crews at movie locations wanted
Date: 1 Mar 1996 17:05:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4h7apl$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Video production (Movie) has been alloted the following frequencies:

152.870-153.02 MHZ (.030 spacing)

173.225-173.375 MHZ (.050 spacing)

The Production company could have also rented radios from a local
dealer.  If this is true, the frequencies could be different.  They also
could be using ESMR Freqs.


Good Luck

Brian Kitaoka





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (Patrick Gough)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequencies on TV band wireless mics?
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 22:35:01 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Tom Allebrandi)
wrote:

> Hi!
>
> A number of wireless mics operate on frequencies in the TV audio range.
> Does anyone have a list of the frequencies that are actually used?
>
> In particular, I'm looking for
>
>         8-2     8-20     8-23     12-2     12-20
>
> Thanks!
>
> --- Tom
> Tom Allebrandi
> Frontline Test Equipment  |  TA Software Systems  | Valparaiso, IN USA
> [e-mail]       |  [e-mail]         | [phone]

I work for a video production company that uses the Sony WRT-800 line of
UHF wireless mics.  They take two UHF TV channels, 68 and 69, and divide
them up into 96 wireless mic channels.  They're pretty powerful, and with
UHF being the current rage in wireless mics, you may find a bunch of
traffic in that band.  Don't ask me the frequency, but I think it's in the
860 MHz range (I could be totally wrong).

Happy hunting!

Pat


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bobby Raymer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS PRO-2026 Scanner
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 96 15:37:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4h9tk1$[e-mail]>

for Sale a Radio Shack PRO-2026 100 channel programble mobile scanner
with box and manual the scanners in mint-condition with mobile
mounting bracket.I have use it on a power supply in the house,Have
never been mobile.The scanner has been mod for full 800mhz and
celleluar phone band $160.00 PLUS SHIPPING

email too [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bruce Tis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS PRO43
Date: 4 Mar 1996 00:41:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4hde77$[e-mail]>



I've got a pro43 in good condition (works perfectly, slight wear on a
few white letters on on/off switch) for sale. Has cellular mod

                  ************ $210 obo  ***************

bruce tis, K1WVY
work [phone]
home [phone]
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ramarco)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:  Yupiteru MVT-7100
Date: 5 Mar 1996 20:32:45 -0500
Message-ID: <4hipvt$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Ramarco)

FOR SALE:

The Yupiteru MVT-7100 is a top performer portable unit with excellent
specifications:

  * 530 KHz to 1650 MHz
  * Wide FM, Narrow FM, AM, LSB, USB
  * 30 channels/second
  * 1000 channel memory

Like new in original box and paperwork.  Better audio,
sensitivity and quality when compared to the AR8000.
Original price over $700 - Now only $475.

Rafe Barber
Internet: [e-mail]
313-973-2821


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeff Zimmerman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: BC8500XLT scanner
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 1996 02:52:13 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

For sale:

Uniden Bearcat BC8500XLT scanner w/ CTCSS board in mint condition.

Have all original manuals, box, etc.

Asking $250 + s/h OBO

Jeff

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:08 1996
From: Bob Dashoff <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: BC8500XLT scanner
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 22:41:05 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Would you be interested in a Bird watt meter with a slug set for the
scanner?

                                      Bob...


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul McCoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,misc.forsale.non-computer
Subject: FS: Bearcat 55XLT 10 Channel Prog. HH Scanner
Date: 5 Mar 96 16:11:22 CST
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>



        FS:

        Uniden-Bearcat 55XLT Programmable 10 channel Hand-Held Scanner.  This
        unit is in great shape and has been used very little.

        If interested, please make your best offer.  (Be sure to add about $10
                to cover UPS shipping/COD).

        I can be contacted via email at:

                [e-mail]

        Thanks.--




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul McCoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,misc.forsale.non-computer
Subject: FS: GE PCS-PLUS UHF/16channel/Portable
Date: 5 Mar 96 16:23:42 CST
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>



        FS:

        1 Ericsson/GE  PCS-PLUS  16 channel/UHF/Scanning Portable 2-Way radio.
 This unit is in excellent condition and includes the following:

        -2 standard batteries (used very little-hold long charges)
        -1 standard desktop charger with manual
        -1 user manual for the radio
        -Misc. original blank copies of product/warranty registration cards
        -original box for radio

        $400 + UPS COD/Ground Shipping takes it.

        If interested, please feel free to contact me via email at the
following address:

        [e-mail]

        Thanks.--




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul McCoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,misc.forsale.non-computer
Subject: FS: Motorola Mostar UHF Mobile 2-Way Radio
Date: 5 Mar 96 16:08:28 CST
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>




        FS:

        One  Motorola Mostar UHF/8 channel/30 watt mobile 2-way radio.  This
unit is synthesized and may be programmed by computer with the appropriate
dealer software.

        Includes:  Power cord with in-line fuse, heavy duty hand mic, and
mounting brackets.

        $170 + UPS/COD Shipping takes this nice radio.

        If interested, please feel free to contact me via email at:

                [e-mail]

        Thanks.--




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:12 1996
From: [e-mail](CHARLES EWELL )
Newsgroups: como.sys.laptops,us.forsale.computers,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: pcmcia cards,
Date: 5 Mar 1996 17:33:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4hhtsn$[e-mail]>

i have a pcmcia scsiII adapter "bus toaster" $125.
,pcmcia .WAVjammer 16 bit sound card $125. also a
modem 14.4 meghtz.pcmcia $55. also a QUAD speed cd-rom
parallel port $275. and a scsi cable for a toshiba t4600
(fit many others).thanks chuck


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:13 1996
From: Matt Strandberg <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Pro-38 Scanner
Date: 3 Mar 1996 17:00:02 -0700
Message-ID: <4hdbq2$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Hi everyone.  I have for sale, a Realistic PRO-38 handheld scanner.

It has 10 programmable channels, BNC antenna, and is in good, working
condition.  I am asking $55.00 OBO.

Please email me if you are interested.  I will pay shipping.

Matt




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:14 1996
From: [e-mail](CHARLES EWELL )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,us.forsale.computers.comp.sys.laptops
Subject: FS: radar units moving/stationary K55 front\back  "K-band"
Date: 5 Mar 1996 20:13:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4hi79l$[e-mail]>

few units just taken out service and checked out  working
have one only with one ant. (front or back ) the rest
have front and back full time! units are about 5-8 years old
asking @295.up
thanks chuck 813-933-1023 or e-mail


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,dc.forsale.misc,misc.forsale-non-computer
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro-2026, 2 mos. old, modded
Date: 5 Mar 1996 04:45:28 GMT
Message-ID: <4hggt8$[e-mail]>
References: <4hggot$[e-mail]>

>
>Radio Shack Pro-2026 Mobile scanner.  About 6x6x2 inches, weighing
>about 2 lbs.  Amber display, direct entry of freq., auto-search
>of weather, air, fire, police bands.  One set of programmed limits
>and 100 memories in 5 banks of 20.
>
>Purchased 12/29/95, still have receipt, and unit was modifiable and
>has been modified for 800 MHz receive.  PPerfect condition, with
>all accessories (mobile bracket), manual, original receipt, and
>box.
>
>Asking $195, will ship anywhere in US via UPS.  Reason for selling:
>
>found a BC-8500XLT (non-modifiable) with more features, and i don't
>really care to listen to the cell stuff anyway.  Please call or
>e-mail if interested.  Thanks!
>--
>Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19  QRV 40-10/6/2/440
>*** VHF @ <25w, HF @ <5w *** Who says Morse Code is dead? ***
>Stuck at 138 cfd with dipoles - QRP-L, QRP ARCI, DXCC/WAS/WAC
>72/73 de Suburban DC 301-549-1022 h / 301-982-1015 w  dit dit


--
Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19  QRV 40-10/6/2/440
*** VHF @ <25w, HF @ <5w *** Who says Morse Code is dead? ***
Stuck at 138 cfd with dipoles - QRP-L, QRP ARCI, DXCC/WAS/WAC
72/73 de Suburban DC 301-549-1022 h / 301-982-1015 w  dit dit


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tim Smith)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,dc.forsale.misc,misc.forsale.non-computer
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro-2026, 2 mos. old, modded
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 22:48:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4hl78g$[e-mail]>
References: <4hk2js$[e-mail]>

In article <4hk2js$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I) wrote:
>For sale:
>
>Radio Shack Pro-2026 Mobile scanner.
>Asking $195, will ship anywhere in US via UPS.  Offers considered.

Is this the one that sold on sale for $149 recently?

Tim


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:17 1996
From: "Herb A. Zite" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:ICOM R1 unblocked + Stuff
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 12:41:11 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

ICOM R1 unblocked
Complete as new in box in excellent condition. Includes 3 BP-84 1000mah
batteries, BA-12 desktop charger adapter, desktop quick charger, cig
lighter plug and case for R1/BP-84 combo. Everything like new in box with
docs.

$425 or best offer + shipping and COD


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (Lawrence Koga)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:PRO-43 $ 175.00
Date: 5 Mar 1996 03:34:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4hgcog$[e-mail]>

Organization: Pacific Information Exchange, Inc.
Summary:
Keywords:

PRO-43, Nicad batteries.  No manual.  Works great.  Can be
modified for full 800Mhz.

DOWNSIDE:  A "child" wanted to put a custom paint job on the case.  This
was done against expressed instructions.  The side has a blue/white
stripe running down both sides.  The antenna has a white stripe.  The
display facade has a white outline, but affecting the display in anyway.
The keyboard is fading, but the numbers on the push buttons are fine.
The paint used was plastic model type.

Look at the bright side, you could not miss it in a police lineup.  I
think Picasso started this way.  But.....I am not an art critic.

$ 175.00+shipping from Hawaii.

Thanks, Lawrence


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:20 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 5 Mar 1996 07:09:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4hgpbf$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]>

In article <4haqjv$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ksu.ksu.edu!lazrus.cca.rockwell.com!newssvr.cacd.roc
kwell.com!newsrelay.iastate.edu!vixen.cso.uiuc.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!news
feed.internetmci.com!news.exodus.net!uunet!in1.uu.net!news.micron.net!news
>From: [e-mail]
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Subject: FUN at local Radio Shack
>Date: 3 Mar 1996 00:54:23 GMT
>Organization: Micron Internet Services
>Lines: 18
>Message-ID: <4haqjv$[e-mail]>
>NNTP-Posting-Host: cs010p08.twf.micron.net
>X-Newsreader: SPRY News 3.03 (SPRY, Inc.)
>Status: N
>
>I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
>for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
>without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
>back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
>monitor to "Off".. Then I flipped the switch on the other
>monitor.  He came back and pounded on the keyboard several times, and
>announced that his computer system was down and would it be OK if I
>didn't receive a receipt.. I asked him to "Hand-write" the reciept..
>After voiding & tearing-up the first one, then retrieving it from the
waste-basket
>for safekeeping, he got the second one right...
>
>I went back later this evening to get "More" batteries for work and I
>overheard a different sales ditz telling a customer that their computers
>were down for the better part of the morning and they finally came up
>just after lunch..                      I felt good.
>
>Rick
>


What was the purpose? Im sure you could be made to look pretty stupid. whoops
to late you already did it yourself.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 5 Mar 1996 15:21:12 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hhm58$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hgpbf$[e-mail]>

>What was the purpose? Im sure you could be made to look pretty stupid.
>whoops to late you already did it yourself.

The purpose is to point out that Sammy Salesdroid...the one with all the
'answers" to your "questions" is too stupid to check whether his monitor
was turned off of not!

Personally, I think it's hilarious!


-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (CHMSAM)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 5 Mar 1996 14:25:37 -0500
Message-ID: <4hi4fh$[e-mail]>
References: <4hhm58$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (CHMSAM)

>The purpose is to point out that Sammy Salesdroid...the one with all the
'answers" to your "questions" >is too stupid to check whether his monitor
was turned off of not!

Gee, instead of suggesting to the manager, regional exec., or home office
that their sales staff needs help or training in a certain area, let's
just jerk the chain of some poor schmuck who's just trying to make a
living.  And then we can bitch about how salespeople are always so
annoyed.  Sounds like a plan to me.  Wouldn't want to try and be
constructive now, would we?

Complain if the service is lousy, but do it so it can make a difference.
Anybody with a bit of common sense can tell if the clerk knows enough to
answer your question or not.  Anybody with an ounce of common courtesy
would not screw up a terminal that means other customers are going to be
put off.

If the clerk is a lame-o, jerk his chain or the managers', but please
don't screw up the day for the rest of the customers, OK?


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:23 1996
From: Dan Prysby <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 5 Mar 1996 21:46:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4hicn9$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
>I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
>for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
>without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
>back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
>monitor to "Off".. Then I flipped the switch on the other
>monitor.  He came back and pounded on the keyboard several times, and
>announced that his computer system was down and would it be OK if I
>didn't receive a receipt.. I asked him to "Hand-write" the reciept..
>After voiding & tearing-up the first one, then retrieving it from the waste-b
asket
>for safekeeping, he got the second one right...
>
>I went back later this evening to get "More" batteries for work and I
>overheard a different sales ditz telling a customer that their computers
>were down for the better part of the morning and they finally came up
>just after lunch..                      I felt good.

Rick,

Please don't play jokes like this to poke fun at RS.
Consider the next guy in line at RS who must take longer to check out.

What if someone had previously shorted the batteries you wanted to buy?
Pranks should be discouraged.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:24 1996
From: Brian Morgan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 09:20:36 -0500
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hicn9$[e-mail]>

> [e-mail] wrote:
>I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
>for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
>without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
>back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
>monitor to "Off"..
>                     I felt good.

Gee, I'll bet this made you feel so much smarter than the kid at Radio
Shack.  I can't understand all the Radio Shack bashing - they are
getting paid to do a job - YOU ARE PAYING TO SEE THEM DO IT!
Who is really the stupid ones here???  If you don't like Radio
Shack, DON'T GO THERE!  If you do, stop bitching.
  Frustrated,
      Brian


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Buettner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 22:03:46 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]>

In article <4haqjv$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:

+> I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
+> for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
+> without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
+> back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
+> monitor to "Off".. Then I flipped the switch on the other
+> monitor.  He came back and pounded on the keyboard several times, and
+> announced that his computer system was down and would it be OK if I
+> didn't receive a receipt.. I asked him to "Hand-write" the reciept..
+> After voiding & tearing-up the first one, then retrieving it from the
waste-basket
+> for safekeeping, he got the second one right...
+>
+> I went back later this evening to get "More" batteries for work and I
+> overheard a different sales ditz telling a customer that their computers
+> were down for the better part of the morning and they finally came up
+> just after lunch..                      I felt good.
+>
+> Rick

Rick,

    You are twisted and sick. You may have some bad qualities as well.
Keep up the good work. I like it!

    I might have gone a bit further though. I might've offered to repair
his system for the price of the batteries and then sent him into the back
room for an obscure fix-all potion like a roll of toilet paper, some tin
foil and a dozen rubber bands.

    Then maybe I'd unplug the system and attach toilet paper and tin foil
to the power cords with the rubber bands and watch as he gazes in
amazement as it now works!

    Then I'd blame it on all the Macintosh computers in the area
interfering with his Windoze Operating System.

Bit
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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:27 1996
From: Dave Comer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Ham Crap
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 08:21:36 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h87h9$[e-mail]>

DanAtMRH wrote:
>
> have the  mobile on while she is in the car.  Why?  Too much swearing,
> keying up on people when they are talking, belching & farting in the mic,
> people so bored with life that they talk about the glass of orange juice
> they had at breakfast...

Have you considered noting the call signs of those individuals you find
particularly offensive? If you are hearing swearing, keying up on people,
offensive sounds, etc. send a letter of complaint to the FCC. This kind of
activity is not condoned by the vast majority of amateur radio operators.

Dave Comer
KC5QNU


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Oakley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Ham Crap
Date: 2 Mar 1996 13:33:38 -0600
Message-ID: <4ha7qi$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h87h9$[e-mail]>

You obviously dont know much about ham traffic handling.

DanAtMRH ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I would be willing to bet that over ten times the amount of Emergency
: Traffic has been handled over Citizens Band channel #9 compared to Amateur
: Radio.  Why?  Because a lot of everyday folks had CB's in their cars along
: with State Troopers, Tow Trucks and etc..  My wife who is a 9-1-1
: Dispatcher refuses to go to another Hamfest after just attending one.
: Why? The complete lack of hygiene by a great many of the people in
: attendence made her want to throw-up!  She also noticed a feeling among
: many there that they had an overblown ego.  To this day she won't let me
: have the  mobile on while she is in the car.  Why?  Too much swearing,
: keying up on people when they are talking, belching & farting in the mic,
: people so bored with life that they talk about the glass of orange juice
: they had at breakfast... Once, she even asked me to turn the CB OFF!  To
: bad it was the ham rig that was ON and not a CB.  To say that one service
: is better than the other is to say that your head is in the sand.  Both
: have good points and both have bad points.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:30 1996
Date: 3 Mar 1996 18:25:34 EDT
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Hugh Duff)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h87h9$[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Ham Crap


> ...To say that one is better than the other is to say that your head is
> in the sand.  Both have good points and both have bad points.
>
 That about wraps it up. I know what you're wife means about the
 lack of hygien by many fleamarket attendees. Like they are too eager
 to get to the fest so they don't miss out on the 'good deals' to
 take the extra 15 minutes to grab a shower before heading out.
 By the same token I've come across some pretty slimey CB ops..I'd
 bet if you get a cross section of them together in one room (like
 a Ham fleamarket) you could expect similar observations.

Many Hams are funny, there are plenty of obsessive-compulsives in the
bunch, thats for sure !

 So, whats your callsign ?
 Regards..
 Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto



---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (ROB & MICHELLEL R.)
Subject: RE: Hold button, Radio Shack Frequency Counter #22-305:
Date: 4 Mar 96 22:36:23 -0800
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

I went to radio shack to purchase the equip.that was suggested in
updated the scanning of the 800 mg. trunk system. Im in So.Fl.
located in Pembroke Pines and my sector in this area may come up on
as many as 20 different channels...Very hard to follow....
     The salesmen at Radio Shack told me that the equipment that I
was asking for would not "hold the channel" preventing it from
"flipping around to eventually show-up on as many as 20 different
channels....All it would do is give me a read-out of what the freq #
is....... Can anyone give me any feedback on this......thanks .....ROB


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tom Howley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: I am hooking into my SCANNER INTO MY CABLE WIRE, WHAT'LL Happen?!?!
Date: 7 Mar 1996 02:33:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlhtt$[e-mail]>
References: <4h5lqs$[e-mail]> <4hfpnk$[e-mail]>

I did it with my pro2006.  All you get is cable audio, nothing else of
note.

Tom

In article <4hfpnk$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>In article <4h5lqs$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
>says...
>>
>>Can you tell me what the consequences are?!?!
>>
>
>I don't think you will damage your unit unless it can't handle the
>cable voltage but I doubt anything will be broadcast over the cable
>except for TV & radio frequencies. It might act as an antenna but is
>not the right length.
>
>Don
>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:34 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Greg Dolkas)
Subject: Re: Icom R-7000 repair help!
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 21:16:39 GMT
References: <4h3gqp$[e-mail]>

gg ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Keep in mind there is a ICOM repair shop in Irvine Calif. near the I405
: freeway and MacArthur. I did not catch where you live, but their turn
: around time is, I think better, than Washington's. My R7000
: re-calibration took about 1 week, and that was waiting inline behind
: all the other work they had. THey did an excellent job too.
: You might want to make a telephone inquiry first, since business
: conditions seem to change so fast.

What is Icom's attitude towards modified equipment?  I bought the radio used
and the previous owner had several modifications done to it.  I don't know
all of what was done, but I know it has an EEB "Rescan" board installed, and
the middle filter was changed to 15khz (great for the Wx satellites!).  It
also has the 2x memory mod, and I did the battery-thing that started this
thread.

I called EEB, and their current turn-around is 8+ weeks!  $30 up front for
the Tech's to open it up, and they'll call it from there.

My temptation, if I can't find an obvious problem, is to beam it back to EEB,
since they should be familiar with the mods, and shouldn't have an "attitude"
about the rig.  Are my fears about Icom unfounded?

Assuming they are, what's Icom's phone # (I live in Northern Calif.).

Thanks!

Greg  KO6TH


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:34 1996
From: Eclectic Seizure <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: In what states are mobile scanners in you
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 20:05:55 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gf1l6$[e-mail]> <4gk3i5$[e-mail]> <4glnn5$[e-mail]>

On Fri, 23 Feb 1996, Salty (a lame ass GNN user...) wrote:

> >This is not a problem if you have a valid amateur radio license!
>
> Is this true in all the States?
>
> Does it have to be an amateur radio or does it matter if its only a
> scanner and you have a valid amateur license in your possesion?

Dammit, it can be either a ham rig OR a scanner.  Amateur licenses exempt
you from the majority of FCC laws.  If you were a ham,
you'd know this!  If you are a ham, my sincerest
apologies... (NOT!)  By the way, GNN sux.

Your worst nightmare.  The Eclectic Seizure. <[e-mail]>
(Worse than an EPILEPTIC seizure; an Eclectic Seizure is more important.)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: In what states are mobile scanners in you
Date: 5 Mar 1996 17:41:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4hhubu$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Eclectic Seizure <[e-mail]> wrote:
> Dammit, it can be either a ham rig OR a scanner.
> Amateur licenses exempt you from the majority of FCC laws.

Let's see ....

    The FCC does not enact laws.
    An amateur license does not exempt one from any Federal laws, nor from
any FCC Rules or Regulations. In fact, it obligates the licensee  to follow
an additional set of regulations i.e. 47 CFR 97.
    The FCC declaratory ruling (PR Docket No. 91-36; FCC 93-410) preempting
certain local laws is specifically limited to amateur transceivers and does
not apply to scanners.

.... other than that, you hit the nail on the head <g>.
                                                             /* barry /&

(P.S.  All current _state_ laws contain exemptions for hams that can
be interpreted to allow the use of scanners as well as transceivers.)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:37 1996
From: craig todd gafah <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Indiana and New Jersey Frequencies
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 13:23:09 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hello all-
        I am taking a trip this weekend, from Indianapolis to Newark, New
Jersey.  It would be greatly appreciated if someone could email me the
frequencies for

        1.  Indianapolis Airport tower and Continental Airlines
            frequencies.

        2.  Newark Airport tower and Continental Airlines frequencies.

        3.  Anything else of interest for this trip.

My email address is [e-mail].  Your generosity is appreciated.


                                        Craig


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Eli)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Job Posting Philadelphia area
Date: 4 Mar 1996 12:30:19 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Job Posting:
Dir. of Operations for Philadelphia Traveler Info. Sys.

Background/skills in one or more of the following:
Working knowledge of area traffic/transportation management organizations
& emergency response agencies;
Intimate knowledge of metro. hwys. and alternate routes;
Ability to synthesize info. from multiple inputs, incl. police scanners,
2-way radios, video cameras, and databases.
Knowledge of PCs and Windows software;
Work calmly under heavy pressure;
Managerial experience.
Marketing experience a plus.

Letter and Resume to:

Eli Sherer
V. P. Operations
SmartRoute Systems
141 Portland St. Suite 8100
Cambridge, MA 02139
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (jmleveron)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Key West, FL mil freqs
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 96 09:12:28 GMT
Message-ID: <4hh5hf$[e-mail]>
Keywords: frequency key west military NAS

Hi,

    Does anyone have any freqs for Key West, Florida?
Will be visiting there soon.  Interested in the civilian
freqs, but especially the Key West Naval Air Station
(NAS) frequencies.

    Does anyone have any pointers on where to find this
info?  Would like to know where to find military base /
air freqs in general, if someone knows.  If posting here,
please email as well, as my server kicks news through
rather quickly.  Thanks!

  John.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:40 1996
From: Jay MacNEILL <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Keypad tricks - test mode?
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 05:01:11 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gvgcn$[e-mail]>
To: Dave Coker <[e-mail]>

Dave Coker wrote:
>
> Could someone please post the "keyboard tricks" - the sequences
> that drop a RatShack portable scanner into test mode?
>
> Thanks!

Here is a little trick that I got from a BBs regarding
Bearcat uniden scanners (as all of us know by now Uniden & newer model
RadioShack scanners are the same)
Circut boards in-side Radio Shack scanners have "Uniden" stamped on them.
Test mode:
Turn off scanner,hold in the Manual\two\nine key, all at the same time.
Turn scanner back on while holding these keys down
You see an L in the display, test frequencies are now loaded into
The memory, Now press the manual key to exicute these frequencies.
On the pro 49, if you press preview, flashing zeros apear,then channel 1
displays
A second set of test frequencies can be loaded in by holding the
lock out/2/9 key, instead of the manual key following the same above
steps.
thats the only key-pad tricks I know of.


                                          Jay
                                          [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Larkin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: KING TV (Seattle) attack
Date: Mon,  4 Mar 1996 22:55:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world
References: <[e-mail]>

B
BM>>A bunch of people in Magnolia are fed up with rfi alledgedly coming
BM>from >the station of Gene Erckenbrack, W7VY.
BM>>
BM>>Several neighbors have signed a petition trying to get something
BM>done. >
BM>>It looked as if the report was biased against the ham;  it appeared
BM>as if >the video crew showed up on Gene's doorstep wanting his side
BM>of the story >without making arrangements in advance.  (of course
BM>they interviewed several >neighbors and got THEIR side of the story.
BM>>
BM>>The main complaint was rfi to the usual consumer devices. ( tv,
BM>radio >cordless phones, even an alarm system!)
BM>
BM>#2:
BM>
BM>     You know, this is the kind of sleazy, sensationalist, dishonest
BM>reporting (the tech guys at the station could and SHOULD have set the
BM>news production people straight!!) that gets my goat about the media.
BM>KING-TV deserves to get their chain yanked and squared away! Do they
BM>have an e-mail address? If so, wouldn't it be interesting if the
BM>story (above) got posted to the relevant ham/scanner/whatever
BM>newsgroups with a plea to send the station e-mail demanding a more
BM>accurate portrayal of the issue (and the REAL culprit- shoddy
BM>consumer appliances) along with an apology to the ham. Anyone
BM>interesting in making this project "happen"?

There are usually two sides to a story and it seems like without all the
facts starting a flame war with KING-TV is pointless.  If my neighbors
experienced TVI they wouldn't go running to the media.  Did the guy make
any attempt to help his neighbors out of their problem or did he tell
them to go fly a kite, it was not his problem?  Is there a rectification
problem in a poorly bonded downspout or even a poor ground at his
station?

Somebody who lives in Magnolia should ascertain the facts and report
them before outsiders take any action at all.  After all, part of the
problem may well lie with junk telephones they bought for $5.00 on
special which they have other problems with.

Seems like everyone is looking for someone to hate these days.

Mike Larkin

■ CMPQwk 1.42 1174 ■TNet 3.50 ≈ ~ DataNet ~  φ The Patchbay BBS φ  (818) 441-3
9
5


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:42 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for Broadband Linear Amplifier Operating in 20 to 1000megahertz
Date: 2 Mar 1996 07:31:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8tgs$[e-mail]>
References: <4h56tu$[e-mail]>

In article <4h56tu$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Gregory K. Dawson) wrote:
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ksu.ksu.edu!news.physics.uiowa.edu!math.ohio-state.e
du!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netcom.com!netnews
>From: [e-mail] (Gregory K. Dawson)
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Subject: Looking for Broadband Linear Amplifier Operating in 20 to
1000megahertz
>Date: Thu, 29 Feb 1996 21:45:38 GMT
>Organization: Netcom
>Lines: 8
>Message-ID: <4h56tu$[e-mail]>
>NNTP-Posting-Host: stp-fl1-18.ix.netcom.com
>X-NETCOM-Date: Thu Feb 29  1:47:42 PM PST 1996
>X-Newsreader: Forte Free Agent 1.0.82
>Status: N
>
>I'm looking for a broadband linear operating from  20 to 1000
>megahertz range.  The minimum final output must be 50 watts.  Please,
>e-mail me at [e-mail] if you have one.  Please send asking
>price, phone number, and address.
>
>Thanks,
>Greg
>


No such animal!

Mike


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:43 1996
From: Matt <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 10:33:41 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:44 1996
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
From: Greg May <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 16:54:47 GMT
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Matt wrote:
>
> Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
> under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
> bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.

I have had good luck with V-Tech 900Mhz digital. Had it for about 3
years now -- paid 189 but I see there is a newer one out now at 129 on
sale. Excellent quality signal, long distance, digital.

Greg May
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Prowler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Looking for Southampton NY (Long Island) police freq's
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 04:18:27 GMT
Message-ID: <4hj3j8$[e-mail]>

Does anyone know where WYW926 moved to?  Last thursday they seem to
have left town..  I hear various transmissions on 154.845 which was
where all transmissions took place until last week, but the bulk of
normal traffic is missing.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mr.News)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Media Freqs. for San Francisco Bay Area??
Date: 4 Mar 1996 10:24:51 GMT
Message-ID: <4hegdj$[e-mail]>
References: <4a5ehl$[e-mail]>

In article <4a5ehl$[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] says...
>
>Hello,
>
>I live in Santa Rosa, CA and I am wondering if anyone could supply me
with a
>list of frequencies that Bay Area newscrews for radio, tv, newspaper,
etc .

I forgot the Newspapers...also from Mr.Kelty's list...

San Rafael I-J 173.325
               452.9625
               452.9875

Santa Rosa Press Democrat  173.225
                           173.275

Always check  452.975,452.9875 and 453.000 for MOST Newspapers!

Mr.News





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:47 1996
From: [e-mail](?)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Media Freqs. for San Francisco Bay Area??
Date: 5 Mar 1996 17:12:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4hhsmb$[e-mail]>
References: <4a5ehl$[e-mail]> <4hegdj$[e-mail]>

Search 450 to 452. You might find some freqs that are not
posted/listed. In St. Louis when units get out of repeater range they
have a simplex freq to go to so they can talk car-to-car, these aren't
always posted. You might some itinerant sports/news crews on there too.
The big thing here in town is for the news crews to be sent messages on
pagers, because of scanning by the competition. Keeps cell phones
down.Gotta get POCSAG.

Also all the news live trucks use a XMTR (170 to 200mhz) for director
cue(IFB). This is usually Van cell phone fed into XMTR to go to the
reporters ear. Goota be close its only 100mw.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:48 1996
From: [e-mail](William Milliron )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Merrifield VA tower
Date: 6 Mar 1996 03:15:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4hivvn$[e-mail]>


I am interested to know if anyone out there lives near the rather
large radio tower near the intersection of Lee Highway and Gallows
Road in Merrifield/Vienna, VA.  I am within 2000 feet of it and I
believe it is causing quite a lot of interference on my PRO-62 and
(brand new!) AR8000.  I seem to be picking up commercial FM "echos"
anywhere from 80.0 mhz to 120 mhz!

I believe 105.9 and 106.7 FM transmit from this tower.  Does anything
else?

Will a notch filter like the one sold by Optoelectonics for the
FM band make much of a difference?


Thanks in advance




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ed Mitchell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Mobile Scanner legal in WA, OR, or CA??
Date: 2 Mar 1996 04:50:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8k2a$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4gemvm$[e-mail]> <4gqt6p$[e-mail]>

In article <4gqt6p$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Mark L9 ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: There are scanner laws in all 50 states. The range is from New York, where
>: I believe the police can confiscate your scanner, to other states where as
>: long as you don't get in anyone's way or commit a crime, you're OK.
>
>: Even in those states where mobile scanners are completely illegal, if you
>: have a valid AMATEUR RADIO LICENSE, then its NO PROBLEM!
>
>This is wrong. The FCC "preemption statute" only covers amateur transceivers.
>Now, there are many states that have exempted amateurs from the ban, but not
>all of them.
>
>Bill

I've not heard of any scanner restrictions in Washington or California. I don'
t
believe such rules exist in these states. Not that such things might have been

proposed. In any case, in metro areas with both states, public safety agencies

are moving to 800/900 MHz trunking systems and eventually digital so it become
s
sort of a moot issue anyway.

Ed, KF7VY

------------------------
personal email to [e-mail]
Visit Ham Radio Online, it's free, at
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Anderson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Mobile Scanner legal in WA, OR, or CA??
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 07:17:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4he5dd$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4gemvm$[e-mail]> <4gqt6p$[e-mail]> <4h8k2a$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Ed Mitchell) wrote:

>In article <4gqt6p$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>>
>>Mark L9 ([e-mail]) wrote:
>>: There are scanner laws in all 50 states. The range is from New York, where
        ... ... ...
>>This is wrong. The FCC "preemption statute" only covers amateur transceivers
.
>>Now, there are many states that have exempted amateurs from the ban, but not
>>all of them.
>>
>>Bill

>I've not heard of any scanner restrictions in Washington or California. I don
't
>believe such rules exist in these states. Not that such things might have bee
n
>proposed. In any case, in metro areas with both states, public safety agencie
s
>are moving to 800/900 MHz trunking systems and eventually digital so it becom
es
>sort of a moot issue anyway.

>Ed, KF7VY

>------------------------
>personal email to [e-mail]
>Visit Ham Radio Online, it's free, at
>http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm


True about mobile scasnners in California.  We just have restrictions
on the phone channels (like no listening on the cordless frequencies).

There is a stection af law that add charges of using radio
communications in an effort to aid in the commision of a crime.


Dave



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:51 1996
From: DB <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk
Subject: MOD: PRO 42 ?
Date: 6 Mar 1996 08:30:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]>

I HAVE A RADIO SHACK PRO-42 THAT I WOULD LIKE TO EXPERIMENT WITH

BEFORE MOVING ON TO MY MORE EXPENSIVE SCANNERS.  IF ANYONE HAS

ANY MODS THIS SCANNER I WOULD APPRECIATE IT.

PLEASE POST TO THE NEWSGROUP.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (Troy Kiefer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk
Subject: Re: MOD: PRO 42 ?
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 08:48:02 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]>

In article <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]>, DB
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> >I HAVE A RADIO SHACK PRO-42 THAT I WOULD LIKE TO EXPERIMENT WITH
> >
> >BEFORE MOVING ON TO MY MORE EXPENSIVE SCANNERS.  IF ANYONE HAS
> >
> >ANY MODS THIS SCANNER I WOULD APPRECIATE IT.
> >
> >PLEASE POST TO THE NEWSGROUP.

WHAT?!  I CAN'T HEAR YOU!!

--
Troy Kiefer ([e-mail])
"Envision....then share it"


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:53 1996
From: Brian Gaff <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk
Subject: Re: MOD: PRO 42 ?
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 14:30:36 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]>
           [e-mail] "DB" writes:

>
> I HAVE A RADIO SHACK PRO-42 THAT I WOULD LIKE TO EXPERIMENT WITH
>
> BEFORE MOVING ON TO MY MORE EXPENSIVE SCANNERS.  IF ANYONE HAS
>
> ANY MODS THIS SCANNER I WOULD APPRECIATE IT.
>
> PLEASE POST TO THE NEWSGROUP.
>

What sort of mods are you looking for? Tandy did a couple of
books on Scanners, one of which I recall had mods in it.

PS please turn CAPS OFF, its considered as shouting on here! :-)

Brian

--
[e-mail]
Brian Gaff AKA B G Services - Still supporting Z80
                              The Spectrum Emulator


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:54 1996
From: Jamaican Wildcat <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Mods Bearcat 120XLT
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 13:48:05 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I also am looking for mods for this scanner, i.e. cells, portables.

Please emai at [e-mail]


                                w. p.






From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Hillibilly)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Mods for bc120xlt scanner?
Date: 5 Mar 1996 19:32:47 -0500
Message-ID: <4himff$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Hillibilly)

Does anyone know of any mods for the Bearcat BC120XLT scanner? I have not
been able to find any.

Ryan
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:56 1996
From: Josh Heller <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: New Scanner Publication
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 18:20:07 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

In the same vein of the original NESN (Northeast Scanning News) comes
The Scanner Club!!

During 1995, NESN was included in National Scanning, but due to the
overwhelming popularity of the "Club" section which then included a
Central States and Western States section, a new publication that was
focused on frequencies, tones and codes needed to be started.  Here it
is! (Nearly covering all 50 states and Canada)

The Scanner Club, Edited by: Les Mattson ([e-mail]) and Joe
Nooney ([e-mail]) with help from many many columnists!

I have begun to publish more information on my homepage:

http://www.enter.net/~jheller/scanclub.html

Check it Out!

Josh


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:57 1996
From: [e-mail](FREDERICK R. LAMBERT )
Newsgroups: phl.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NJ 10-code HELP?
Date: 6 Mar 1996 03:44:49 GMT
Message-ID: <4hj1nh$[e-mail]>

Does anybody have the 10-codes for Pennsauken, Cherry Hill or Camden
City? Thanks if you can help!!     Fred L.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Szwede)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NYPD True...
Date: 2 Mar 1996 16:56:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4h9uk3$[e-mail]>


Anyone notice the radio transmissions on NYPD Blue?

Most of the time, field folks as well as dispatchers
end transmissions by saying "k".  Just like many of
the real NYPD comms.

-John



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:58 1996
From: Joseph Cardani <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: NYPD True...
Date: 2 Mar 1996 19:00:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4ha5t5$[e-mail]>
References: <4h9uk3$[e-mail]>

John,

That's correct, I read that the producers of NYPD Blue wanted to portray
the characters and settings as realistic as possible. Even some of the
unit identifiers 23 Boy, 12 Adam etc, are in the proper format!

The only thing is thier precint does not exist, unless it is a special
detective squad or something.

I'm located in So. Jersey but in the Summer I get troposphere skip where
NYC is pretty readable.  Active too.

It's great to see NYPD is that progressive.

Joe Cardani
Voorhees NJ



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:30:59 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Scott W. Rouse)
Subject: Re: Pager Decoding on a Macintosh
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 1996 12:01:54 -0600
References: <4fjseb$[e-mail]> <4fuate$[e-mail]>

In article <4fuate$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote
:

> I don't know about the Windows program, but there is a Mac program that is
> shareware and decoded DTMF tones, but only the numbers from what I remember.
> I don't know it's name but I tried it by using my Macs microphone for
> the input. It is a crippled version and only decodes eight out of the ten
> numbers. Paying the fee will get you a full version. Unfortunately I don't
> know what it is called or where to get it or if it will even work with pager
s.

Can you try to find out what it's called and where to get it for me?  Thanks

--
Scott Rouse
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:00 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Paging Signalling Info
Date: 3 Mar 1996 12:13:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4hc2d4$[e-mail]>
References: <4h69tk$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Dave Ingram) wrote:
>Hi,
>
>I would like to know what the signalling for pocket pagers is. I can tune
>into a local pager frequency with my 2m handheld and get modem tones of some
>sort. If somebody what the modem set is (Bell 202 or whatever) please let me
>know. If you know the part number of a chip that will do the demodulation I
>would appreciate knowing that too.
>
>Thanks in advance,
>       Dave.

Try this first.... ftp://ftp.demon.co.uk/pub/ham/scanners/pd-200.zip

This lets you hook the audio-out of your radio to a small hardware circuit,
to your PC, and decode the stuff.

Or, if you want to build one fron scratch, go to the Philips www site,
http://www.semiconductors.philips.com/ps/philips5.html

and search for the PDF files relating to pagers. There are a couple of
reciever and decoder chips there to play with.

TD.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:02 1996
From: "Jerry C." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon FCC data CDROM
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 00:53:58 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hf4na$[e-mail]>

Joe,
I have tried both the Percon and Mr. Scanner CD ROM, and prefer the one
by Mr. Scanner.  I don't seem to have the overlap of missing freqs on a
county or city search, leist wise when using the Ohio sections.
Jerry AOSC - 1

On 4 Mar 1996, Joseph Testa wrote:

> Date: 4 MAR 1996 11:11:22 -0500
> From: Joseph Testa <[e-mail]>
> Newgroups: rec.radio.scanner
> Subject: Percon FCC data CDROM
>
>
> For those of you who purchased PERCON FCC database for $37.00.  Be aware
> that even if you do a search to pull for a whole county, that some of the
> records that you might think would appear in your county listing will
> not, the reason is that they do not have a county in the county field.
> the same holds true for city.  It appears that all of the 3.4 million
> records are tied to a specific state but after that it is possibly
> unknown.  The FCC just doesn't have all the data for each record I
> suppose, i would think this would definitely be true for only mobile
> stations, since the database address, city is for the xmitter.
>
> just a thought,  other than than unknown, i would recommend that cdrom to
> all scanner enthusiasts, it was well worth the $$$.
>
> joe
> --
> Joseph S. Testa, Database Administrator, Ohio EPA
>   N8XCT, Emergency Coordinator (EC) & Local Govt Liaison (LGL)
>   Pickaway County, OH and Official Relay Station (ORS), message content
>   are MY views and NOT my current employer.
>
>


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Vargo)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Phoenixe are Freqs.
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 96 20:31:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4hfju8$[e-mail]>

Hello all. Does anyone have some good Freqs in the Phoenix area? Maybe some
Sky Harbor Freqs? Thanks a lot....

- Mike


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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:04 1996
From: SWW <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: POCSAG Decoder
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 02:38:47 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

I'd buy one


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (L0phT POCSAG Project)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: POCSAG Decoder
Date: 6 Mar 1996 05:05:16 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


L0pht Heavy Industries has designed and may produce a pager 'interceptor' /
POCSAG decoder. The device is powered off the serial port and fits inside a
DB25 hood (it is 1.1" sq.)  It is possible to monitor pager data transmissions
at 512/1200/2400bps and will decode both numeric and alphanumeric messages. Th
e
device is used with a radio scanner (not included) and PC software.

We are trying to determine the current market interest for such a device. If
you would possibly be interested in purchasing this item, please send us an
e-mail ([e-mail]) letting us know if you would want it available in
schematic/kit form or as a fully-assembled unit, and the approximate market
value of this product.

Thanks.

L0pht Heavy Industries POCSAG Project
[e-mail]

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Shawn Earnest)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 2035 or BC 9000XLT
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 96 00:02:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hg07u$[e-mail]>

I have a RS Pro 43 and I now want to get a good base scanner. I have been
looking at the RS Pro 2035 or the BC 9000XLT. Which one do you guys like best
I like how I can but the opti for the 2035 but I like the display on the 9000,

can the 9000 hook up to a computer? Thanks for all your help

                                                        Shawn
                                                        [e-mail]

If anyone has any of these scanners or one like them for sale, let me known.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 or BC 9000XLT
Date: 5 Mar 1996 17:18:30 GMT
Message-ID: <4hht16$[e-mail]>
References: <4hg07u$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4hg07u$[e-mail]>,
Shawn Earnest <[e-mail]> wrote:

  >....I have been
  >looking at the RS Pro 2035 or the BC 9000XLT.
  > Which one do you guys like best ?.....
  >
  >can the 9000 hook up to a computer? Thanks for all your help


The PRO-2035 was replaced with the PRO-2042, which you can
order from several places or through your local Radio Shack.

The PRO-2042 has much better firmware and similar radio
performance to the older PRO-2035 so I wouldn't get a 2035
unless it was dirt cheap.

I tested the 2035, 2042, and BC9000XLT for Monitoring Times
and prefer the BC9000XLT so I bought two of them.
Sorry, I haven't yet read about controlling the BC9000XLT via computer.

I published  full  length  reviews  of  these  recent
scanner models in Monitoring Times magazine:

 Jan 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2035 vs. Radio Shack PRO-2006
 Mar 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC9000XLT
 Feb 1996 - Radio Shack PRO-2042

Note: Reprints of Monitoring Times articles  are  available
for   $2.00   each  & SASE from  Grove  Enterprises,  PO  Box  98,
Brasstown, NC 28902, tel. [phone].  [I don't get any part of
the $2.00.]
--
==============================================================================
Copyright 1996, Bob Parnass, AJ9S                              [e-mail]

             Find and identify transmitter sites with RadioMap(tm)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:09 1996
From: Brett Miller - N7OLQ <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 or BC 9000XLT
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 13:10:08 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hg07u$[e-mail]>

Shawn Earnest wrote:
>
> I have a RS Pro 43 and I now want to get a good base scanner. I have been
> looking at the RS Pro 2035 or the BC 9000XLT. Which one do you guys like bes
t
> I like how I can but the opti for the 2035 but I like the display on the 900
0,
> can the 9000 hook up to a computer? Thanks for all your help

Under most circumstances the 9000 is the better scanner.  I would only suggest
 the
2042 (I think that is the current version) if you plan on using computer contr
ol a
lot with the Opto interface.
The 9000 has equal or better RF performance in most cases, and the channel/ban
k setup
(20 banks of 25 ch.) is superior to the 2042 (10 banks of 100 ch.).  The Alpha
 tags
are great and so is the scan speed.  If only someone would make a PC interface
 for
this thing!
--

Brett Miller - N7OLQ                    [e-mail]
Intel Corp.                             CIS: 73370,3030
American Fork, UT


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:09 1996
From: "Eddie B." <eddieb@[149.168.60.31]sips.state.nc.us>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO 51 - How can you tell which have cellular ability.
Date: 5 Mar 1996 00:02:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4hg09r$[e-mail]>

I have read some mods for the PRO 51 scanner but I also understand that
not all models of the PRO 51 are cell modifiable. Can anyone tell me a
easy way to distinguish the cut-off date on models which have cell
ability?

Thanks,

Eddie Beverly



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:11 1996
From: Marty <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO 51 - How can you tell which have cellular ability.
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 96 14:04:15 cdt
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hg09r$[e-mail]>


> I have read some mods for the PRO 51 scanner but I also understand that
> not all models of the PRO 51 are cell modifiable. Can anyone tell me a
> easy way to distinguish the cut-off date on models which have cell
> ability?
>
> Thanks,
>
> Eddie Beverly
=============================
I know for a fact that date code of 7A4 Will do the mod!!!

PRO-51s with a date code of 8A4 (August 1994) will be able to do all the test
sequences with the exception that channel 23 will NOT contain a frequency in
the cellular range. The other out-of-band frequencies will still be there.

for more detail on Pro-51 Mods see below::
http://flex.net/users/odium/pro51mod.txt




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:12 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO 51 - How can you tell which have cellular ability.
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 23:02:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4hia4i$[e-mail]>
References: <4hg09r$[e-mail]>

"Eddie B." <eddieb@[149.168.60.31]sips.state.nc.us> wrote:

>I have read some mods for the PRO 51 scanner but I also understand that
>not all models of the PRO 51 are cell modifiable. Can anyone tell me a
>easy way to distinguish the cut-off date on models which have cell
>ability?

>Thanks,

>Eddie Beverly

Eddie, Set your scanner up to limit from 896.000 to 915.000. It should
answer some of your questions.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (J.W. Wolfington)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2026--Can it be modified?
Date: Sun, 03 Mar 1996 13:25:26 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4glds8$[e-mail]>

On 23 Feb 1996 22:08:08 GMT, [e-mail] (Vince)
wrote:

>Hi,
>
>I am thinking about buying a new one of these at Radio Shack for $149.99.  Ca
n
>it be modified for the cellular band?
>
>Thanks!
>
Some of the older 2026's had L201.  The newer ones have nothing there
and are not able to be modified at all.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2026--Can it be modified?
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:22:34
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4glds8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]> Burt Wilson <[e-mail].z
a> writes:
>From: Burt Wilson <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Re: PRO-2026--Can it be modified?
>Date: Wed, 28 Feb 1996 09:11:02 +0200

>> > I am thinking about buying a new one of these at Radio Shack for $149.99.
  Can
>> > it be modified for the cellular band?

>> Open unit, locate jumper wire L201, clip it, and voila, full 800MHz in 30k
>> steps, but it also affects the 'pre-set' scan bands such as police and fire
.

>I don't agree. It was possible with the old models but not with the new ones.
 Take a
>look at the serial number. If it ends with a B it is not possible. The circui
try
>exists but it is not programmed in the CPU.

>Burt


Look for a date code of 11A3.  This one can definitely be restored per
standard L201 method.

Steve


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2026--Can it be modified?
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:13:44
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4glds8$[e-mail]>

In article <4glds8$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Vinc
e) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Vince)
>Subject: PRO-2026--Can it be modified?
>Date: 23 Feb 1996 22:08:08 GMT

>Hi,

>I am thinking about buying a new one of these at Radio Shack for $149.99.  Ca
n
>it be modified for the cellular band?

>Thanks!

Only if the date code shows manufacture before April 1994.  Mine was 11A3
(November, 1993) and was restorable per standard info.

Steve


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tom Swisher)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2035 RX sensitivity?
Date: 5 Mar 1996 20:55:31 -0500
Message-ID: <4hiraj$[e-mail]>
References: <4h0p64$[e-mail]>

Kwon2m ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Has anyone done sensitivity measurements on a Radio Shack PRO-2035? I own
: one of these units and have found it, in comparison to other scanners I
: own (PRO-43, BC300, BC210XLT, and others) to be pretty deaf on VHF-HI (144 -
: 175mhz). This prompted me to do some sensitivity measurements. Using an
: IFR1600CSA service monitor ($35000 price tag, recently cal'd), I found
: that the 2035 measured around .2 - .25uv for 12db SINAD over most of its
: frequency ranges (up to 1000mhz). This is excellent performance and
: exactly what I would expect from a receiver of this caliber (and price). On
: VHF-HI, : however, I measured only about .6 - .7uv for 12db SINAD. This
: is, in my opinion, TERRIBLE performance! I haven't seen a monitor
: receiver since the old "tunable" days that had sensitivity this poor.

Actually, .6-.7 is pretty good sensititvity. Most commercial receivers are
generally in the .4-.5 range. I've found most scanners I've reviewed to
have an average VHF sensitivity of .7 (some as high as 1uV, other as low
as .4 uV). My 2-meter repeater uses a 20-year-old GE MASTR-II receiver,
which was designed to have .5 uV sensitivity; I currently get .7 uV at 12dB
SINAD, which is pretty darn good for a radio that spent 20 years bonking
around in the trunk of a car!

: For comparison, I also : checked my PRO-43 - .15uv over most of its ranges,
: and BC300 - .2uv on VHF-LO and : HI, .35 on UHF. I took the 2035 back to
: Radio Shack for warranty service ("You have questions, but we don't
: understand them"). They sent my rig out, but : it came back "no problem
: found". I repeated my tests, with the same results.
: Scanner specs have always been very conservative and the 2035's are no
: exception. This pretty much gives RS an out, as the machine meets their
: specs. It doesn't leave me a happy customer, however. I guess the bottom
: line is this - should I expect more from my 2035, or is this sensitivity
: typical on VHF-HI? Any comments would be much appreciated. Please email to
: [e-mail]. Thanks.

You might latch on the the service manual and try retuning your '2035,
paying particular attention to the VHF alignment. I'd guess that you'll find a
great improvement. Tuneup in the factory is probably a fairly hurried
procedure, just enough to get it down to spec and no better. Don't take it
too far, though, or you might get a lot of trouble with interference and
intermod you didn't have before.

BTW, my '2035 works great.

Tom Swisher, N8GQK
All Ohio Scanner Club



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:17 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-26 Keypad Secrets
Date: 2 Mar 1996 07:52:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8unk$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
   Jon Cardwell <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ecn.uoknor.edu!news.ysu.edu!ns.mcs.kent.edu!kira.cc.
uakron.edu!odin.oar.net!malgudi.oar.net!rclnews.eng.ohio-state.edu!magnus.acs.
ohio-state.edu!lerc.nasa.gov!purdue!mozo.cc.purdue.edu!wizard.pn.com!sundog.ti
ac.net!news.sprintlink.net!news1!news
>From: Jon Cardwell <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Pro-26 Keypad Secrets
>X-Nntp-Posting-Host: col-000-240-44.iquest.net
>Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
>Sender: [e-mail] (News Admin)
>Organization: JDC Software Inc.
>Mime-Version: 1.0
>Date: Fri, 1 Mar 1996 15:28:11 GMT
>X-Mailer: Mozilla 2.0 (Win95; I)
>Lines: 22
>Status: N
>
>Can somebody please post all the keypad codes (e.g., 2,9,??
>on poweron) for the Radio Shack Pro-26 scanner? I bought one recently
>and found that 2,9,MON enters some 'test frequencies' into
>the first few channels. I was wondering if there are any other
>know powerup modes (i.e, Button-A,Button-B,Button-C on poweron, etc).
>
>The Pro-51 model has some test-modes on powerup that enter some
>'test freqs' into some channels, and some of these test freqs
>(perhaps depending on the firmware revision) are out of the
>scanner's normal reception range.
>
>BTW, I went to Radio Shack to originally buy a Pro-51 (on sale
>recently for $199.99, regulary $319.99), but they were out-of-stock on
>them.
>The sales person there gave me the "same discount on any other
>scanner", so I got a Pro-26 for:
>
>(199.99 / 319.99) * 449.99 = ~$281, the regulary price of the Pro-26 is
>$449.99
>
>Is this 'accepted practice' at RS, or just that particular store I went
>to?


No that's not standard practice. you got a good deal and he probobly got his
ass chewed real good. Where did that happen?

     Mike


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (David N. Smernoff)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-26 Keypad Secrets
Date: 1 Mar 1996 23:26:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8143$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
Jon Cardwell  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Can somebody please post all the keypad codes (e.g., 2,9,??


<test mode stuff snipped>

>recently for $199.99, regulary $319.99), but they were out-of-stock on
>them.
>The sales person there gave me the "same discount on any other
>scanner", so I got a Pro-26 for:
>
>(199.99 / 319.99) * 449.99 = ~$281, the regulary price of the Pro-26 is
>$449.99
>
>Is this 'accepted practice' at RS, or just that particular store I went
>to?

        Substitutions are generally an accepted practice, at least it was when
I was working.  My former boss encouraged this, as selling a scanner for a
reduced price is better than not making a sale because you are out of the
sale item.  Of course this is ONLY if you are really out of stock on the one
on sale.  The one difference I see is the method by which the new sale price
was computed.  I think you got a real good deal.  The way I think it probably
should have gone on something in that price range is that you reduce the price
by the same raw sum of the discount. ie, 449.99 - 120.00 = 329.99.
        Either way, I think you will be hard pressed to find a Pro-26 on sale
in a flyer for $281.  You got a good deal.  Enjoy it.


-Dave




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:20 1996
From: Dom Guglielmo <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: pro-26 mod
Date: 4 Mar 1996 19:30:07 GMT
Message-ID: <4hfgbv$95r$[e-mail]>

>> I've come up with a mod that allows the Pro-26 to receive or
search
>> ALL locked-out frequencies with full sensitivity!  It only
requires
>> one jumper across an IC chip - no other parts - so just about
anyone
>> Anyone interested can send me their (printed!) address, $4.00,
and a
>> first class stamp to:
>>                             R. Roth
>>                             P.O. Box 81027
>>                             Ancaster, Ont. Canada
>>                             L9G 4X1

anybody see this on a page somewhere?... or want to share this
information with the rest of the world...

 hate to spend money on something that SHOULD be free!


reply to [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:21 1996
From: Bob Duer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-33 MODS
Date: 6 Mar 1996 14:00:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4hk5p5$[e-mail]>

The Radio Tech Modifications Vol. 8A lists a mod for the Radio Shack
PRO-33--I was wondering if anyone out there could tell me what it
is and what the mod. does, freq. expansion or what?

Thanks,
Bob
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Zander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro-34 ?'s
Date: 6 Mar 1996 16:42:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4hkfa6$[e-mail]>

Hi all;

A neighbor has a PRO-34 that he wants to sell me. There is no manual.
I have two questions, any responce will be appreciated.

1. How much is this thing worth?

2. Is it restorable? The model number is worn, but it looks like it
   ends with 20-135.

Thanx for your time,
Bob, KE6ZUF


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:22 1996
From: Eclectic Seizure <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-39 Mods (gawd I hate doing this)
Date: Fri, 1 Mar 1996 19:16:00 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Ok, people.. I hate mod requesters as much as the next usenet-surfer...
but I really want to know if I can make my PRO-39 pick up the 175-800MHz
blocks tghat simply contain Government and TV.  (I really wanna hear T.V!)

My PRO=39 is a "1A4" model (manufarcured January '94 before Cell Law.)

JunKie
<[e-mail]>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro2006 30 KHz Step Question
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:21:10
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gsoml$[e-mail]>

In article <4gsoml$[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>From: [e-mail]
>Subject: Pro2006 30 KHz Step Question
>Date: 26 Feb 1996 16:55:49 GMT



>I recently bought a used Pro 2006 and preformed the cellular mod to it.
>I can now get the frequencies that were blocked out before but I can
>not get a 30 Khz step when I am in search mode.  I had understood that
>as soon as the mod was finished I could select this step rate.  Is there
>something that I am missing?

>        Thanks!

>        _John

> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
> John Haynes            73s de KC5PWL 147.180 MHz          [e-mail]
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------------



Try pressing the RESET button on the front panel while scanning in this area.

This should restore the default step size (30kHz) for this mode, and the
display will indicate 30kHz too!

Steve
WB7PSD


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:25 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro43 Bad Key Need Help!
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 96 21:03:45 PDT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>


In Article<[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]> write:
> Path:
castle.nando.net!imci4!newsfeed.internetmci.com!newsserver.jvnc.net!bertha.ho.
r
ohmhaas.com!rohmhaas.com!mahgvb
> From: [e-mail] (George Bochanski)
> Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
> Subject: Pro43 Bad Key Need Help!
> Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 13:47:58
> Organization: Rohm and Haas Company
> Lines: 6
> Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
> NNTP-Posting-Host: w813d7.ho.rohmhaas.com
> X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev A]
>
> My Pro43 has one key "3" that won't do anything.
> I have tried to clean the pad and the board, but
> it hasn't solved the problem.  Any ideas would be appreciated.
> The opinions expressed are my own.
> G.V. Bochanski, Jr.
> [e-mail]

I have a Pro 39 that had several keys that wouldn't work.
I first took it to Radio Shack (mistake) to see if it could
be fixed.  They charged me $20 to tell that I need a new
board for $120.  I posted a message similar to yours and got a
reply saying that I only needed to replace the keypad.
I went to my local Radio Shack (hated to do it) and ordered
the part for $5.00.  My Pro-39 is as good as new!
Sorry I don't know the part # for your model but someone
else may have it.  I think your problem is that there is a
metal paste on the back of the buttons that have worn out.

Regards,

-----------------------------------------------------
Dave Ferguson      "The problem with common sense
[e-mail]     is that it's not too common!"
Durham, NC
-----------------------------------------------------



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (RSACO)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro43 Bad Key Need Help!
Date: 5 Mar 1996 13:29:45 -0500
Message-ID: <4hi16p$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RSACO)

I have the same problem, my 2 keys are the SCAN and MANUAL.
I tried cleaning where the keys contact the board, it didn't really make a
difference.
I have not done the cell mod on my unit.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:27 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Programming cell phones
Date: 3 Mar 1996 12:05:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4hc1tm$[e-mail]>
References: <4h39m5$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (MarCc88) wrote:
>If you would like to recieve information and software to programing
>cellular phones...Please contact Me>>> at [e-mail]     The kit
>includes software and Detailed info on programming all Cellular phones...$
>150.00

Don't pay unless you have to. Most of this stuff is available free on the
net', post requests here.

TD.





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave O'Neal)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Q: about 2 channels on same frequency.
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 1996 23:09:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4h7vs0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h5ti3$[e-mail]>

[e-mail](?) wrote:

>In <[e-mail]> J.R. Pitts writes:
>>
>>A couple months ago the local PD changed their primary channel
>>(Channel One) to a new frequency. They changed the old primary channel
>>to now be Channel Five. They also picked up what I thought was a new
>>channel, Six. But I could never find Channel Six.
>>
>>I have the Radio Shack telescoping antenna and saw here the trick
>>about fully extended except for the one just above the "bump" in the
>>middle (sorry, I forgot what it is called). After doing this, I
>>happened to hear someone say they were on Channel Six. After playing
>>around with the squelch I found that sometimes I can pick up one or
>>both sides of a Channel Six conversation.
>>
>>Forgive me for asking the probably obvious, but is the repeater smart
>>enough to repeat one channel and not the other, even though they are
>>on the same frequency?
>>
>>J.R. Pitts
>>
>Repeater could use channel guard (CTCSS) to pass a selected transmitter
>and reject annother. Are you sure you're not listening to repeater-in
>Freq., in which case reception depends upon signal strength.

     Sounds to me like CH-6 is a direct mobile to mobile channel that
is on the repeater output frequency.  This is commonly used in
business radio and is known as TALKAROUND.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:29 1996
From: J.R. Pitts
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Q: about 2 channels on same frequency.
Date: Fri, 01 Mar 1996 03:54:49 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

A couple months ago the local PD changed their primary channel
(Channel One) to a new frequency. They changed the old primary channel
to now be Channel Five. They also picked up what I thought was a new
channel, Six. But I could never find Channel Six.

I have the Radio Shack telescoping antenna and saw here the trick
about fully extended except for the one just above the "bump" in the
middle (sorry, I forgot what it is called). After doing this, I
happened to hear someone say they were on Channel Six. After playing
around with the squelch I found that sometimes I can pick up one or
both sides of a Channel Six conversation.

Forgive me for asking the probably obvious, but is the repeater smart
enough to repeat one channel and not the other, even though they are
on the same frequency?

J.R. Pitts



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rockman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: QUESTION
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 21:01:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hi9u9$[e-mail]>

I read in the local paper today (The Windsor Star, in Windsor,
Ontario, Canada) that the police and fire departments are abandoning
their 1950's radio equipment for a newer, fresher, updated version.
All I know is that the article states "with MFP Technonlgy". The name
of the company is "MFP TECHNOLOGY SERVICES LIMITED" according to the
paper.

Now my question. Does anybody know exactly what this is and how will
it affect us scanner listeners?

Any and all replies is very much appreciated. Please either post here
or e-mail me directly.

Thanks,


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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:31 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? /  Policemen's Balls
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h3282$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 1 Mar 1996 06:04:15 GMT

Daryll1 ([e-mail]) writes:
>
> Although this problem has been alleged a number of times, radar gun cancer
> as never been proven.  There have been studies done, with conclusions
> supporting both sides of the dispute.  Guess it depends on which "expert"
> is talking at the moment.  There also have been 5 lawsuits filed over this
> by law enforcement officers, all against Kustom Signals.  4 of them never
> went to trial.  In the one that did, Kustom was found to be not negligent.
>  Of course, that doesn't mean that radar guns don't cause cancer, and I
> would sure like to know the terms of the out-of-court settlements in the
> other 4 cases.  Law enforcement officers come from a cross-section of the
> community, so many of them don't know anything about RF energy, and I can
> sure see them placing this always-on radar gun in their laps.  IMHO, its
> gotta do some damage after a number of years.  Good thing very few
> departments use these hand-held radars any more.  What about all the
> allegations of handheld cellular phones causing brain cancer??  They put
> out 300mw (vs 15-50mw for radar units).  Thats something that would effect
> far more people.  Anything to it?
>

Why has it never been proven? Because of the length of time it takes for
the cancers to develope. It may take 20 or 30 years of exposure to develope,
and the people may also have been exposed to other sources. What is
interesting is the result of many studies done on Electro Magnetic
radiation. Every study shows that cancers are 5 to 10 times more common in
microwave workers. Same goes for electricians who have worked a lifetime
around strong 60Hz fields.

As for cell phones vs radar guns, you have to also look at the frequencies
they transmit, cell phones are on 824-849MHz while Radar is in the
Microwave range at 10GHz and up.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Arthur Pharter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? /  Policemen's Balls
Date: 5 Mar 1996 02:20:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4hg8d2$[e-mail]>
References: <4f5puj$[e-mail]> <4g2g44$[e-mail]> <4gcngb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmehm$[e-mail]> <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h37c2$[e-mail]> <4h859t$[e-mail]> <4hbga3$[e-mail]>

>>How did the topic of whether radar jammers work turn into a discussion
>>of policemen's nuts?

I think we went from radar jammers, to radar guns, to radar guns pointed at
cop nuts, to fried cop nuts from radar guns that we would like to jam.  I thin
k
the new instant on trigger jobs have less effect on cop nuts and more effect a
t
 defeating radar detectors.  Also I would guess that there are few police dude
s
unaware of the risk to their tackle...

>>
>
>I'm not sure.  I came into the conversation at midpoint.  If the original
>question has yet to be answered, yes.  That is, if the proper method is
>employed.  I reccomend transmitting at the original carrier frequency with
>just enough offset to dupe the receiver settings or the operator.

Would this envolve transmission of a signal that would require the
transmitting person having a FCC licence?  What about these jammers we see in
the DANMARK or whatever catalogs?

>
>An alternative is to increase the broadband noise floor at the transmiter
>freq.  This will delay the reciever's lock on the reflected RF and hopefully
>give you enough time to get back down to the speed limit.
>


How is this done?




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:34 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? /  Policemen's Balls
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 02:38:09 GMT
Message-ID: <4h859t$[e-mail]>
References: <4f5puj$[e-mail]> <4g2g44$[e-mail]> <4gcngb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmehm$[e-mail]> <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h37c2$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (MHM) wrote:

>In article <4h0g92$[e-mail]>,
>   [e-mail] (Thadius T. Pigman) wrote:
>>
>>>Cccoorrect...those officers suffered a much-higher-than normal incidence
>>>of testicular cancer....the area where they would rest the radar gun
>>>between drivers.  (So as not to alert any oncoming detectors.)
>>
>>
>>Boy!  Do they have my total sympathy.  I guess if you live by the gun,
>>you die by the gun.  Or at least contribute a bit of your manhood to save th
e
>>world from those world class terrorist speeders.....

>The pathetic part about it is that the power level is not hazardous, that
>is, unless your in the main beam...

>The parts of your body that are usually the most suseptable to damage from
>microwave heating are your testes and eyes.

>[e-mail] | Poor planning on your part
>                | does not constitute a crisis
>                | on my part...

How did the topic of whether radar jammers work turn into a discussion
of policemen's nuts?



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:35 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Sun, 3 Mar 1996 20:20:27 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4f5puj$[e-mail]> <4g2g44$[e-mail]> <4gcngb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmehm$[e-mail]>,<4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h98jh$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

On Mon, 4 Mar 1996, Arthur Pharter wrote:

> >> In article <4h0g92$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Thadius T. Pigman
)
> wri
> >tes:>
> >> >>Cccoorrect...those officers suffered a much-higher-than normal incidenc
e
> >> >>of testicular cancer....the area where they would rest the radar gun
> >> >>between drivers.  (So as not to alert any oncoming detectors.)>
>
> >> Which brings us back to the actual topic of this newsgroups: scanners.
> >> Listen to your local PD or highway patrol and listen to the number of
> >> accidents that occur every day and you will hear firsthand what the
> statistics
> >> have been telling us all along - speed and alcohol are the two most commo
n
> >> causes of accidents with roughly equal numbers of each type. On my scanne
r I
> >> have heard an increase in people calling in speeding cars on the highway,
> >> many in excess of 90 MPH. The local speed limit is 65. Scanners are great

> >> sources of first hand information and finding out other interesting thing
s
> >> about where you live.
>
> How many of these 90 MPH cases have resulted in EVEN one crash that you can
> confirm by listening on you scanner?  If you have NEVER heard of a single 90

> MPH speeder crashing his car, then how the hell can you offer up your
> explaination as evidence of any kind?
>
> I think that it is some form of justice that Pig Balls get fried due to the
> fact that cops can't keep the gun in it's holder on the dashboard.  I would
not
> want this to happen to me or any of my friends, but on the other hand, no on
e I
> know would sit around and zap people and suck $100's of bucks out of their
> wallets...


Hey whoa....
I'm not the one who posted the drivel about speed kills, I speed all the
time. Just got back from a 85 MPH shoot down to Ashland. Speed doesn't
kill, if it did there'd be a lot more deaths.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:36 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack Answers?
Date: 2 Mar 1996 07:38:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8ttb$[e-mail]>
References: <4h5lsr$[e-mail]>

In article <4h5lsr$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Christo26) wrote:
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ecn.uoknor.edu!news.uoknor.edu!news.nodak.edu!netnew
s1.nwnet.net!news.u.washington.edu!uw-beaver!nntp.cs.ubc.ca!psgrain!usenet.eel
ufl.edu!gatech!swrinde!howland.reston.ans.net!news-e2a.gnn.com!newstf01.news.
aol.com!newsbf02.news.aol.com!not-for-mail
>From: [e-mail] (Christo26)
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Subject: Radio Shack Answers?
>Date: 29 Feb 1996 21:03:07 -0500
>Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)
>Lines: 15
>Sender: [e-mail]
>Message-ID: <4h5lsr$[e-mail]>
>NNTP-Posting-Host: newsbf02.mail.aol.com
>X-Newsreader: AOL Offline Reader
>Status: N
>
>While were on the topic of Radio Shack, I just bought a Pro 2026 and
>overall I am impressed with the product. I know this is an exception to
>all of the bad things that go on at Radio Shack, but the sales person who
>sold me the scanner rates a 7 in my book. Why so high? I needed to covert
>the scanner to that I could use a plug-in lighter adatper so that I can
>take the scanner out of my car at night when I'm not using it. I would of
>rated him higher but when I went back to ask a question about why the
>scanner didn't hold numbers in memory after I took it out, he didn't have
>an answer to that question. The first thing I asked when I bought the darn
>thing was will it hold them in memory if the power is disconnected? The
>book says it will hold them for 14 days, but so far nothing. Maybe there
>is a defect in the one I bought? If anyone has any answers to this
>question please feel free to email me with an answer. Thanks!
>Christian
>


It should hold the memory but ther are some cases where when you unplug it
while the power is on the scanner gets reset for some reason

Mike KC5GJN


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:38 1996
From: [e-mail](Tom Brusoe )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio shack Freq Counter HELP
Date: 5 Mar 1996 17:12:49 GMT
Message-ID: <4hhsmh$[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Hello, I have recived a Radio shack Freq counter and I have very little
idea as to what it is designed to do. I tried to pick up my cordless
phone (had the nob set to 50mhz) I got nothing, I tried to recieve
Mcdonalds drive through nothing again. Can I hook up an external ant.
maybee run in serial with my scannetrs ext ant? any help would be
greatly appreciated.


Thanks in advance


E-mail [e-mail]


Tom


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:39 1996
From: Andrew McKernan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio shack Freq Counter HELP
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 18:11:48 +0000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hhsmh$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

>  Tom Brusoe ([e-mail]) writes:

> > I tried to pick up my cordless
> > phone (had the nob set to 50mhz) I got nothing, I tried to recieve
> > Mcdonalds drive through nothing again. Can I hook up an external ant.

You could try connecting an (amplified) active antenna. I have seen this
done at an air show with good results. They were able to detect the a/a/
freq of the Frecce Tricolori (and find it off-tune by a few kHz)

Andrew



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bobby Raymer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio Shack PRO-2026 SOLD!
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 04:31:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4hj852$[e-mail]>

Thanks too everyone that read my listing of the Radio Shack PRO-2026
Scanner i listed,The Scanner is SOLD!.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark D. Fergus)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: Sun, 3 Mar 1996 23:43:52 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]>

In article <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> [e-mail]
(Cliff Pearson) writes:

>I need to make a very public apology.  It is not at all comon for
>me to use the word "stupid" to describe people, and rarely do I
>attack organizations.  Yet, in my diatribe against Radio Shack
>in an earlier post, I did both.

>Cliff Pearson

As a Radio Shack employee, I do thank you for your apology.  I know that not
all employees know everything about every product in the store.  It's just too

much to learn.  I am also a ham operator, so I do know quite alot about the
communications equipment we have and many of the small electronic parts.  Now
if you ask me about security systems, I probably won't know much specific
answers.  Yes, I have passed about half of my "certification" tests, but these

tests are just about basic knowledge and applications of the  products.  I
should really read each and every manual of each product we sell in order to
"know" everything.

Yes,  I admit the pay is terrible.  It does help having some knowledge about
the products we sell in order to make commision.  It seems when I work about
20 hours a week and go to school full time, I  usually make commision.
However, during the summer when I worked 35-40 hours a week, I did not make as

much.  It's because they base commision on dollars sold/hour/week.  I will say

that is not the most fair way to pay.

Anyways, I better stop rambling on about RS.  I know I'll probably get flamed
for this, but I just wanted to throw my two cents in.

73's de N8VJF
Mark D. Fergus



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:42 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <4hdqe0$[e-mail]> <4hgotp$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 16:11:40 GMT

In article <4hgotp$[e-mail]>,  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>   [e-mail] (Arthur Pharter) wrote:
>>
>>No need to apologize.  Actually, Radio Shack does indeed hire stupid people.

>>They want folks that don't mind standing on their feet 9 - 11 hours a day,
>>earning about $5.00 an hour.
>
>I make about $8.00 an hr average at RS

That's nothing to brag about if you are including comission in that
average.

>Why dont you try telling them you dont want to give your name instead of
>giving them a hard time for doing their job.

Better than that...  if they ask a second time, they lose the sale.

>BTW I guess youve never even peeked at the flyer you get in the mail have you
?

I have mine sent to the local Shack address.  Figure they can use
it more than me.

>I think that the information they collect is sent
>>directly into the BATF who will eventually raid your home and steal your
>>electronics, kill your pets, rape your wife and stomp your kids to death.
>
>Paranoid are we?

Even paranoids have enemies.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:43 1996
From: nicolas bello <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 02:50:25 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]>

Joe Kearney wrote:
>
> I too work in a Radio Shack but it seems that my experiences have been far d
ifferent than those I've read about on this group.  Perhaps that's due to the
fact that I live in Canada.  Here we
get at least $7/hr for minimum wage.  However, I wouldn't be caught dead worki
ng for that pitiful
amount.  The truth is that with some good, old-fashioned hunger I average $10+
 even in the
off-season (ie. Jan-Nov) :)  Our company loves the young, part-timers going to
 colleges and
universities 'cause they'll know that we'll hustle our asses off to pay these
student loans.  So
far I have received a great deal of product and sales training with both role-
playing and reading
 supplements.  The sad truth in retail is that you will have high employee tur
nover so it
sometimes is difficult to return to the same store and find the person who ori
ginally helped you.
 However, despite stiff competition in areas such as computers and personal el
ectronics, we have
found our niche here.  Our store sells at least 2 scanners and/or cbs per week
.  Nobody can match
us nationally for these kind of products.  Also, our expansion into repair wor
k means customers
no longer have to throw away electronic goods that have stopped working.  I'm
sorry if this
sounds like an ad but I must say I do enjoy working for this company, at least
 for now.  As to
our knowledge, if I'm giving the choice of answering questions about an 0.89$
pack of resistors
or a $300.00 scanner, which do you think I'll "know" more about?  I'll always
remember the ad for
a law firm  headhunting for JPs, in part it read, "Eat what you kill."  Words
to live by indeed.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:45 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <4hdqe0$[e-mail]> <4hgotp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 17:02:54 GMT

Reverend Tweek ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >Why dont you try telling them you dont want to give your name instead of
: >giving them a hard time for doing their job.

: Better than that...  if they ask a second time, they lose the sale.

I have no trouble saying "no" when they ask for my name.  However,
inevitably there are three morons in line ahead of me who will
painstakingly give whatever data the salesdroid requests, just to buy a
couple of batteries.  I might be tempted, in this case, to pick up a VERY
expensive item, glance at my watch a few times and act impatient, then
set it down and walk out before the droid gets to me.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Arthur Pharter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 7 Mar 1996 01:59:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlftq$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

><>this argument goes both ways.  If you walk into a Radio Shack and
><>depend on a Shack employee for your information, youre an idiot.

Ok then Mr. X Radio Shaft manager....  Just who is the idiot(s) that spend the

big bux on those "We've got the answers" commercials????


There is no reason NOT to expect answers and I mean correct ones, we customers

are asked to drop $100 plus on their products...  While it may be unreasonable

to ask the sales dude how to build a scanner, it is not to much to expect that

he/she/droid could discuss band width, freq ranges, etc....

A. Pharter



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (mike fletcher)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Red Cross Freqs
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 03:43:39 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hj2s6$[e-mail]>

On 6 Mar 1996 04:04:22 -0000, [e-mail] (Rod Tramontin)
wrote:

> Can anyone give me the AM. Red Cross Freqs
>                                          THANKS
>                                              Rod Tramontin
As far as I know they are all FM in the 42-46 mhz range.  There may be
a few HF freqs but usually they use hams for HF traffic.  Actual freqs
used vary somewhat by chapter.  I have a list if I can locate it I'll
post them here....


Mike Fletcher  AD4HV     813-622-9102
President,Tampa Bay Amateur Radio Society 95-96
Florida Certified Fire Alarm Contractor # EF-0000028
E-Mail to  [e-mail]   Homepage  **coming soon**
If in the course of offering ideas or speaking my opinion, I
should offend anyone, I apologize.  However, my opinion is my
own and thus, it shall be...................................


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:48 1996
From: Mark JReagan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Regency K-100
Date: 6 Mar 1996 09:36:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4hjmb2$[e-mail]>



Any Mods for the Regency K-100 would be appreciated.  I'm sure there are
not a lot of these left out there.  Please e-mail, so not to bother those
who don't care.


 Thanks
 [e-mail]





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike Newton)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.equipment
Subject: REQ: Any MOD's for IC25A ?
Date: 1 Mar 1996 19:14:07 GMT
Message-ID: <4h7i9v$[e-mail]>




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:49 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (David Feustel)
Subject: Re: RF radiation and the human body
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h3282$[e-mail]> <4h7dip$[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 2 Mar 1996 12:56:44 GMT

What kind of shielding would be effective against RF radiation in the
4-30 Hz range? Radiation in this range has been shown to have temporary
adverse behaviorial effects.
--
[e-mail]
Dave Feustel N9MYI      For PGP Public Key, finger [e-mail]
Fort Wayne, IN          Or else access http://www.mixi.net/~feustel/
219-483-1857


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Schneringer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: RF radiation and the human body
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 05:41:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8n2h$[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h3282$[e-mail]> <4h7dip$[e-mail]>


Maybe it was the microwave at the doughnut shop that caused it???

Jim Schneringer
Shasta Lake, CA.
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:51 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (David Feustel)
Subject: Re: RF radiation and the human body
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h3282$[e-mail]> <4h7dip$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 11:35:21 GMT

MHM ([e-mail]) wrote:
: In article <[e-mail]>,
:    [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey) wrote:
: >
: >> On Sat, 2 Mar 1996, David Feustel wrote:
: >>
: >>> What kind of shielding would be effective against RF radiation in the
: >>> 4-30 Hz range? Radiation in this range has been shown to have temporary
: >>> adverse behaviorial effects.
: >>
: Service drops, transformers and ground loops tend to be a major source of
: household 60Hz radiation.  An ideal shield?  Enclose the specimen in a cavit
y
: with conductive walls and no opening to the outside.   Copper will work fine

: for the E field, soft iron will work for the H field.  Thickness makes a
: difference for the H field.  You don't plane to live in there do you?  ;-)
0-


There is research that documents the severe behavioral effects of low
frequency emf on human subjects, presumably because of the effect on
brain electrical activity. The HAARP project is designed to, among
other things, beam large amounts of emf at hostile populations to
destroy their hostile capabilities. Riot control is an example.

The original question was an attempt to find out what kind of
shielding for the skull would protect people subject to this radiation
from its effects while still permitting them to move around in their
environments. One additional question is whether it's in fact possible
to shield against such radiation without shielding the entire body in
an emf-resistant suit. I.e. it may be that even with the skull
shielded radiation could still enter through the neck opening.
--
[e-mail]
Dave Feustel N9MYI      For PGP Public Key, finger [e-mail]
Fort Wayne, IN          Or else access http://www.mixi.net/~feustel/
219-483-1857


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:52 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: RF radiation and the human body
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 16:15:08 GMT

David Feustel <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>There is research that documents the severe behavioral effects of low
>frequency emf on human subjects, presumably because of the effect on
>brain electrical activity. The HAARP project is designed to, among
>other things, beam large amounts of emf at hostile populations to
>destroy their hostile capabilities. Riot control is an example.

I am told that information on HAARP can be found at www.artbell.com.  I
have not looked at the page, nor do I endorse any information it
contains... but I do recall it being mentioned on Art's show last
weekend.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mr.News)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: San Diego/Mercy Air/Airlife
Date: 4 Mar 1996 09:59:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4heeuo$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4gojop$[e-mail]> <4h2bjd$[e-mail]>

In article <4h2bjd$[e-mail]>,
#[e-mail] says...
>
>The old LifeFlight service used 462.975, which was a repeater.
>AirLife uses 462.975 for dispatch, 467.975 for 'copters-to-dispatch.


Has anyone heard them on the San Diego City 800 system???? Most of the
Paramedic/hospital traffic has switched to it...has Airlife/Mercy Air
also???

Where is the "New" service based...are they still at UCSD???


Thanks!

Mr.News,
In Santa Cruz!



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:54 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4henml$[e-mail]> <4hf2p6$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 15:59:48 GMT

David M. Oberholtzer ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >
: I have a PRO-37 and a PRO-2006.  I bought them both new.  They are both
: excellent radios and modified, plus I built a signal meter for the
: PRO-2006.  I even bought the 5 year service contracts on them and get
: them tuned for free every year.  I will never sell either of these
: wonderful radios!
: Dave

Interesting that you sent them in to Rat Shack to be tuned every year.
Do you un-modify them before sending them in?


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:55 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: D Stark <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 11:36:32 -0500
References: <[e-mail]>

Tom Pennington wrote:
>
> I have a Pro 2006 and am quite happy with it.  However, I now would like
> another scanner of comparable quality and performance (and could not care
> if it is restorable).  What scanner (Pro 20xx) is the closest decendant of
> the 2006, and is the performance as good, better, or worse.  Thanks, any
> info is appreciated.
        The PRO-2042 should fit the bill.  If you're interested in the features
and comparisons of Radio Shack (and Uniden and AOR) scanners, check out my hom
epage.

        http://www.frontiernet.net/~dstark/

        Click on the icon that looks like a scanner.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:56 1996
From: [e-mail](David M. Oberholtzer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Date: 4 Mar 1996 15:38:14 GMT
Message-ID: <4hf2p6$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4henml$[e-mail]>

In <4henml$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (cindy Trice) writes:
>
>D Stark <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>>Tom Pennington wrote:
>>>
>>> I have a Pro 2006 and am quite happy with it.  However, I now would
like
>>> another scanner of comparable quality and performance (and could
not care
>>> if it is restorable).  What scanner (Pro 20xx) is the closest
decendant of
>>> the 2006, and is the performance as good, better, or worse.
Thanks, any
>>> info is appreciated.
>>      The PRO-2042 should fit the bill.  If you're interested in the
features
>>and comparisons of Radio Shack (and Uniden and AOR) scanners, check
out my homepage.
>
>>      http://www.frontiernet.net/~dstark/
>
>>      Click on the icon that looks like a scanner.
>I'm not being ignorent, but the only scanner that could be the brother
>of the 2006 nolonger exist. it was the Pr0-37 handheld.
>this handheld used the same cpu as the 2006, but could only access
>1/2 of the cpu. any other mods that could be done on the 2006 in
>theory could also be done on the Pr0-37.
>
>                      Gary
>          [e-mail]
>           they can run but they can't hide
>
I have a PRO-37 and a PRO-2006.  I bought them both new.  They are both
excellent radios and modified, plus I built a signal meter for the
PRO-2006.  I even bought the 5 year service contracts on them and get
them tuned for free every year.  I will never sell either of these
wonderful radios!
Dave



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (cindy Trice)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 12:29:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4henml$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

D Stark <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Tom Pennington wrote:
>>
>> I have a Pro 2006 and am quite happy with it.  However, I now would like
>> another scanner of comparable quality and performance (and could not care
>> if it is restorable).  What scanner (Pro 20xx) is the closest decendant of
>> the 2006, and is the performance as good, better, or worse.  Thanks, any
>> info is appreciated.
>       The PRO-2042 should fit the bill.  If you're interested in the features
>and comparisons of Radio Shack (and Uniden and AOR) scanners, check out my ho
mepage.

>       http://www.frontiernet.net/~dstark/

>       Click on the icon that looks like a scanner.
I'm not being ignorent, but the only scanner that could be the brother
of the 2006 nolonger exist. it was the Pr0-37 handheld.
this handheld used the same cpu as the 2006, but could only access
1/2 of the cpu. any other mods that could be done on the 2006 in
theory could also be done on the Pr0-37.

                      Gary
          [e-mail]
           they can run but they can't hide



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:31:59 1996
From: [e-mail](David M. Oberholtzer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Date: 6 Mar 1996 12:44:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4hk1b3$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4henml$[e-mail]> <4hf2p6$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Steve Work) writes:

>
>David M. Oberholtzer ([e-mail]) wrote:
>
>: >
>: I have a PRO-37 and a PRO-2006.  I bought them both new.  They are
both
>: excellent radios and modified, plus I built a signal meter for the
>: PRO-2006.  I even bought the 5 year service contracts on them and
get
>: them tuned for free every year.  I will never sell either of these
>: wonderful radios!
>: Dave
>
>Interesting that you sent them in to Rat Shack to be tuned every year.

>Do you un-modify them before sending them in?

Nope.  What do they care?



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tom Howley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Date: 6 Mar 1996 01:43:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4hiqkm$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4henml$[e-mail]> <4hf2p6$[e-mail]>


Dave,

I have the Pro2006 with the 5 year warranty.  I did not realise you
could send it in for retuning.  Do you take it to RS and say 'this
scanner appears to be out of alignment, please fix it'?  Please give me
any pointers you use to take it in.

Tom


>I have a PRO-37 and a PRO-2006.  I bought them both new.  They are both
>excellent radios and modified, plus I built a signal meter for the
>PRO-2006.  I even bought the 5 year service contracts on them and get
>them tuned for free every year.  I will never sell either of these
>wonderful radios!
>Dave
>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:01 1996
From: Charles Bolland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: Stand Alone Broadcast Radio Station Database - LW,MW,SW
Date: 2 Mar 1996 21:35:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4haeue$[e-mail]>
References: <4gttsh$[e-mail]> <4gvda8$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Friends,

I'm still sending out the Stand Alone Broadcast Radio Station Database to
whomever wants it.  I would like your mailing address and Email address
for registration and possibly a future letter describing a more
comprehensive database program for radio.  All information will be kept
confidential..

Just answer this posting to "[e-mail]".

The database has more than 4,000 records already and can be edited and
updated.

Hope to hear from you.

Chuck
KA4PRF




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:01 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: The right choice
Date: 2 Mar 1996 18:43:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4ha4rn$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Hi all,

I want to buy a scanner but I can't make my choice between these 3 models :

- AR AR1500 (0,5-1300 MHz)
- AR SS2000 (0,5-1300 MHz)
- Uniden UBC-220XLT (66-88 MHz
                          118-136 MHz
                          136-174 MHz
                          406-512 MHz
                          806-956 MHz)

I live in Switzerland and I don't know if the range of frequencies of the Unid
en
is large enough.

Thanks for any information you can send me.

                                                Nick




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:02 1996
From: Josh Heller <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: phl.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: The Scanner Club
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 22:22:58 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Ok.  Many of you have asked to see some sample content of the new The
Scanner Club publication. With Les's permission, I added a new page to
The Scanner Club's homepage that contains excerpts from a number of
articles in the current edition.

Stop by and check it out.  You may be pleasantly surprised.

http://www.enter.net/~jheller/scanclub.html

Thanks for listening,
--
Regards,

Josh Heller
http://www.enter.net/~jheller


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Vampire406)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: UK Scanning?
Date: 4 Mar 1996 21:26:53 -0500
Message-ID: <4hg8pd$[e-mail]>
References: <4h5f3p$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Vampire406)

As far as I remeber it is illegal to scan in Britian.  You can own a
scanner but cannot listen to police and fire calls. (Doesn't make much
sense.)

I remember reading in the Monitoring Times magazine that the police in a
small town in England executed a sting for scanner owners.  The cops
broadcast that a UFO had landed near the edge of town.  When everyone
showed up to see the UFO they arrested the parties for monitoring off
limits frequences.

Good luck in England but be careful scanning!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Hem)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Unattended AM Radio Recording
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 13:04:35 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I need equipment reccomendations for unattended recording of AM radio
programs. There are several 3 hour shows per day which I would like to
record. How do I go about this. It seems that everything out in
consumer-land is designed for TV! Thanks.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Deil C. Bland)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Unattended AM Radio Recording
Date: 4 Mar 1996 16:21:52 -0800
Message-ID: <4hg1f0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hfu1l$[e-mail]>

In article <4hfu1l$[e-mail]>,
Martin Toomajian  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Paul Hem)
>writes:
>>
>>I need equipment reccomendations for unattended recording of AM radio
>>programs. There are several 3 hour shows per day which I would like to
>>record. How do I go about this. It seems that everything out in
>>consumer-land is designed for TV! Thanks.
>>
>
>One of the ways to do this is to buy a recorder with dual wells and
>relay record and a timer switch.  I know of only one, the Kenwood 6070.
> The recorder can then be hooked to a radio or receiver and the
>receiver and cassette combo to a timer.
>
>This will allow you to record one 4 hour show (on both sides of two
>C120 cassettes).  Or if the programs you wish to record are on the same
>station you can record say two 2 hour shows.
>
>The hard thing may be to find a suitable timer.  I have a nice Radio
>Shack timer which has been discontinued.
>
>Then again the hardest thing may be to find time to listen to several 3
>hour shows.  Or even more to the point,if these are talk shows, how do
>you plan to remain sane??
>
>Marty

Dont't forget about the audio capability of your VCR. It is programmable
and you can get 6 hours in the extended play mode. Just connect from the
line out of your receiver to the audio in of the VCR.


--
Deil Bland                          In a dog eat dog world
[e-mail]                      You gotta eat some dog!
http://www.crl.com/~dbland


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:06 1996
From: Richard DeYoung <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: VHF Marine Help
Date: 4 Mar 1996 13:03:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4hepmm$[e-mail]>
References: <4hdnpc$[e-mail]>

The current issue of "Police Call" should contain the information you are
looking for.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:07 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: VHF Marine Help
Date: 5 Mar 1996 22:20:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4hienk$[e-mail]>
References: <4hdnpc$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In <4hdnpc$[e-mail]>, agua <[e-mail]> writes:
>Has Anyone listned to their local boating fleet over the VHF band? The
>radios use "channels 1-68" but I cant find a listing for these freqs.
>The local coast guard station declined to help me. Thanks in advance for
>your help.
/pub/hamradio/docs/miscYou can get a listing of these freq. from

ftp://oak.oakland.edu/pub/hamradio/docs/misc/scanner.faf

Scott



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (J. Shima)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.digital
Subject: Voice Altering Software for SB16
Date: Sun, 03 Mar 1996 17:40:12 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


Greetings,

I was wondering if anyone would be interested in a new shareware
program that 'disguises' your voice in real time using your SB16.  You
talk into a mic and a mechanized version of your voice comes out over
your speakers instantly.  I am trying to see what kind of interest
might be out there.  Feel free to email me with any comments.  You
must have a SB16 for this to work properly.

Thanks.

Regards,

Jim Shima
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ed Mitchell)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Wanted new Phone # for RADIO HOBBIES BBS
Date: 2 Mar 1996 04:51:29 GMT
Message-ID: <4h8k4h$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Wanted new phone number for RADIO HOBBIES BBS. OLD ph was 708-238-1901, but
>no longer for that bbs.

I'm not familiar with the Radio hobbies BBs. However, you might check out our
web site, Ham Radio Online International. We have newsletters and feature
stories from around the world on all radio topics. Real-time propagation
conditions and tons more.

http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm

Have fun,
Ed, KF7VY

------------------------
personal email to [e-mail]
Visit Ham Radio Online, it's free, at
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:10 1996
From: Ron Black <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WANTED-Used Handheld Scanner w/ 29-54 Mhz band, Nothing fancy
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 14:52:38 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hj2b4$[e-mail]>

tomgetty wrote:
>
> Wanted:
>
> Used handheld scanner with 29 - 54 Mhz band
> Nothing Fancy
>
> E-MAIL [e-mail]
> Warez da Party you stupid Phreak?
> You Can't blame Einstien for Hiroshema!!!
> Information WANTS 2 be PHREE!!!

I suggest anyone answering this request be forewarned about getting your
payment upfront!  Tom never came through with the deal we arranged, but
it was only time I lost, with promises to perform that weren't kept by
him.
        Never burned twice!............Good Luck,  Ron Black.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (tomgetty)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WANTED-Used Handheld Scanner w/ 29-54 Mhz band, Nothing fancy
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 04:08:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hj2b4$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Wanted:

Used handheld scanner with 29 - 54 Mhz band
Nothing Fancy

E-MAIL [e-mail]
Warez da Party you stupid Phreak?
You Can't blame Einstien for Hiroshema!!!
Information WANTS 2 be PHREE!!!



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Wanted..BC560xlt  mods
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 03:57:54 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

i am still looking for any and all mods for the  kinda old popular
mobile/base scanner the BC 560xlt
if you can help out like any web pages or  anything  please post or
send mail to
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:13 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (indy)
Subject: Re: Wanted: First Scanner
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 00:19:03 GMT

[e-mail] (Weebob) wrote:

>Regarding:  Looking for a Scanner
>Handheld and not a basescanner...
>Battery & AC operated...
>Has coverage of the 800's for cordless and cell phones..
>Can set at least 5 priority channels...
>headphone jack...
>Manuals!

Looking around at scanners myself, I have priced a few models.

Handheld Portables:
Radio Shack 200 Ch 800 MHz - $229
Radio Shack 100 Ch 800 MHz - $199
Uniden SC150 100 Ch 800 MHz - $197

I may opt for a base/moble scanner.

Uniden Bearcat 350A - $117
Radio Shack 200 Ch 800 MHz - $250

I don't know how these prices jive up in Canada.
Hope this helps.  Any bargain priced scanners out there?

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (RON)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WANTED: Uniden 25 frequencies
Date: Mon, 04 Mar 96 08:53:09 EST
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


Anybody out there know the frequencies for a Uniden 25 (model xt3515) ?




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (ERIC LEBEL)
Subject: Wanted:Montreal freq.
Date: 5 Mar 96 06:34:31 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

        I would like to know interesting freq. that we don't find in the
Haruteq book (freq. for Mtl and the surroundings). French freq. if
possible.
 Thanks at the person who will take the time to answer me


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:16 1996
From: "Mr. Manatee" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: What are CHP Freqs for San Fernando Valley and LA???`
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 05:56:12 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Does anyone know what the CHP frequencies are for LA and the San
Fernando Valley.  The books say around 42.0 - 46.0, but I can't seem to
receive a very srong signal around those freqs, and even when they do
come in they seem to be one sided only.  Would someone please e-mail me
with some better freqs to listen to.  Thank you very much.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: What do you think of the RS PRO 2026
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:03:31
Distribution: inet
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gi32r$[e-mail]>

In article <4gi32r$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (R. Fo
rd) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (R. Ford)
>Subject: What do you think of the RS PRO 2026
>Date: Thu, 22 Feb 1996 17:39:40 GMT

>The local RS has the pro-2026 on sale for $145.00. I have found one
>that was dated "11A3" and am thinking of buying the unit. I would like
>some input from someone who has owned the unit or have a unit.

>Please feel free to email me at [e-mail] or to post to the
>news groups. Thanks for all the help.

11A3 should be easily modifiable.  Since the Pro-2026 is a dual-conversion
receiver, it is susceptable to overload and images more so than a triple
conversion receiver.  However, you simply cannot beat it for the money!

I run one mobile and one base, and have had very few problems and very good
results.  I also have other scanners to compare it to, and find it totally
usable in my situation.  I might think twice if I was in downtown Ney York
City, however.

Steve


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:18 1996
From: Ed Epstein <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: whats the best way to monitor trunked systems?????
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 16:18:44 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

james diaz wrote:
>
> I would like to know how everybody deals with scanning trunked systems I
> really enjoyed listening to my scanner in the old days before this
> trunking stuff began I would like to know if theyre is a way to monitor
> this so that i can keep up whats going on like in the old days when each
> police,fire,ems had they're own channels I really miss following some of
> the pursuit calls that my local police dept and especially  the stake
> outs   I live in broward county fla if that makes a difference  and im
> not a crimnal:)  thanks  please helpI share your frustration James...I'm als
o in Broward and it has become almost impossible to keep up in Broward. Luckil
y I
live in Coral Springs which has its own trunking frequencies. But I used to en
joy Broward EMS and I work in Pembroke
Pines and enjoyed that too. PPines fire is still on their own frequency 154.19
. You just need to grin and bear it.
james diaz wrote:
>
> I would like to know how everybody deals with scanning trunked systems I
> really enjoyed listening to my scanner in the old days before this
> trunking stuff began I would like to know if theyre is a way to monitor
> this so that i can keep up whats going on like in the old days when each
> police,fire,ems had they're own channels I really miss following some of
> the pursuit calls that my local police dept and especially  the stake
> outs   I live in broward county fla if that makes a difference  and im
> not a crimnal:)  thanks  please help


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:23 1996
From: Ed Epstein <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: whats the best way to monitor trunked systems?????
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 16:24:38 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

james diaz wrote:
>
> I would like to know how everybody deals with scanning trunked systems I
> really enjoyed listening to my scanner in the old days before this
> trunking stuff began I would like to know if theyre is a way to monitor
> this so that i can keep up whats going on like in the old days when each
> police,fire,ems had they're own channels I really miss following some of
> the pursuit calls that my local police dept and especially  the stake
> outs   I live in broward county fla if that makes a difference  and im
> not a crimnal:)  thanks  please helpI share your frustration James...I'm als
o in Broward and it has become almost impossible to keep up in Broward. Luckil
y I
live in Coral Springs which has its own trunking frequencies. But I used to en
joy Broward EMS and I work in Pembroke
Pines and enjoyed that too. PPines fire is still on their own frequency 154.19
. You just need to grin and bear it.
james diaz wrote:
>
> I would like to know how everybody deals with scanning trunked systems I
> really enjoyed listening to my scanner in the old days before this
> trunking stuff began I would like to know if theyre is a way to monitor
> this so that i can keep up whats going on like in the old days when each
> police,fire,ems had they're own channels I really miss following some of
> the pursuit calls that my local police dept and especially  the stake
> outs   I live in broward county fla if that makes a difference  and im
> not a crimnal:)  thanks  please help


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:23 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHY CELLULAR?
Date: 5 Mar 1996 09:22:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4hh153$[e-mail]>
References: <4ghjau$[e-mail]> <4gk3a6$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Mark L9) wrote:
>>>CAN YOU BELIVE-->> 'it's totally by chance what you'll hear anyway!'
>
>
>Kan yoo spel?


Everybody that ever mis-typed anything on the 'net, please leave now.....



I can spell, (but my typing aint too hot, so what yu gunna do?)

TD.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food
Date: Sat,  2 Mar 1996 04:17:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

DD>From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
DD>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
DD>Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food joints?
DD>Date: 29 Feb 1996 05:13:43 GMT
DD>Message-ID: <4h3cm7$[e-mail]>
DD>Organization: Prodigy Services Company  1-800-PRODIGY

DD>>Drew, you did'nt *really* do this, did you?

DD>Once upon a time, in a previous life...yes!!

DD>-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-

I have heard a few funny things on fast food scanners. I heard
one guy try to order "chicken nuggets" at Taco Bell. The other
thing I have noticed is that guys in big trucks always put bacon
on their burgers.

Then there was that post a few months ago where one guy scanning
heard the girl on the radio say she liked his looks (after he left
the line). Lets just say he got back in line, asked her out, and
the rest is history.

 * SLMR 2.1a * Please return stewerdess to upright position!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (James Rimmer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food
Date: Sat, 2 Mar 1996 17:08:15 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

>DD>>Drew, you did'nt *really* do this, did you?
One time I did this:
After listening to a guy in line ( I was near in the parking lot eating a
quick lunch) order some chicken nuggets, I pulled up beside him and
motioned for him to roll down his window on the passenger side. Then
with a wild-eyed look I said "Man, do you REALLY know what they put in
chicken Mcnuggets?!!" Then I quickly drove off and left him puzzled and
contemplating. Kind of a stupid and spur of the moment joke- but a great laugh
!
                                                                        James



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Wayda)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food
Date: 5 Mar 1996 03:23:43 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Thankyou, Drive Through....
Beavis, from Beavis and Butthead


In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Philip E.
Rose ) wrote:

: In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (James
Rimmer) writes:
: >Path:
news.draper.com!ns.draper.com!news5.ner.bbnplanet.net!news.ner.bbnplanet.net!p
rod.mpi.com!news3.near.net!bigboote.WPI.EDU!news.ultranet.com!usenet.eel.ufl.e
du!newsfeed.internetmci.com!chi-news.cic.net!nntp.coast.net!news.sprintlink.ne
t!ralph.vnet.n
: >t!cabothome.vnet.net!luvautm
: >From: [e-mail] (James Rimmer)
: >Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
: >Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food
: >Date: Sat, 2 Mar 1996 17:08:15 GMT
: >Organization: Vnet Internet Access, Charlotte, NC - [e-mail]
: >Lines: 10
: >Distribution: world
: >Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
: >References: <[e-mail]>
: >NNTP-Posting-Host: cabothome.vnet.net
: >X-Newsreader: Trumpet for Windows [Version 1.0 Rev B]
:
:
: >>DD>>Drew, you did'nt *really* do this, did you?
: >One time I did this:
: >After listening to a guy in line ( I was near in the parking lot eating a
: >quick lunch) order some chicken nuggets, I pulled up beside him and
: >motioned for him to roll down his window on the passenger side. Then
: >with a wild-eyed look I said "Man, do you REALLY know what they put in
: >chicken Mcnuggets?!!" Then I quickly drove off and left him puzzled and
: >contemplating. Kind of a stupid and spur of the moment joke- but a
great laugh!
: >                                                                        Jam
es
:
: I must say it, Get a life...... ride a BMW


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:28 1996
From: jay vise <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food
Date: 6 Mar 1996 08:15:09 GMT
Message-ID: <4hjhid$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

motioned for him to roll down his window on the passenger side. Then
>>with a wild-eyed look I said "Man, do you REALLY know what they put in
>>chicken Mcnuggets?!!" Then I quickly drove off and left him puzzled and
>>contemplating. Kind of a stupid and spur of the moment joke- but a great lau
gh!
>>                                                                        Jame
s
>
>I must say it, Get a life...... ride a BMW


That's six whoopers with...WILL YOU TURN OFF THAT GODDAMN BIKE I CAN'T
HEAR YOUR ORDer oh thanks....can you please repeat your order?


--
   _________________________________
                Jay Vise            /
 /             [e-mail]   /
/________________________________/




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Pete)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTB Radio Scanners
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 16:01:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4h9rn2$[e-mail]>


I am looking to purchase on behalf of a client the following and have
NO idea as to where to source the product:-
2 way Uniden or similar prgrammable 10 channel scanners - Military
spec
Icom or similar 0 - 900 mhz scanners
Pro 50 or similar scanners
The units are for resale to clients and the initial # required is +/-
50 off of each unit. Samples of the units will have to be purchased
so as to verify the quality / before an lc is raised for the total
amount.
My email is - [e-mail]
P O Box 4049, Old Oak. 7537. Republic of South Africa.
Regards.
Pete.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WTB: "Guide to the AOR 1000" by Howard Bornstein
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:06:22
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]> Jonathan Clough <Clough@javiato
n.demon.co.uk> writes:
>From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
>Subject: Re: WTB: "Guide to the AOR 1000" by Howard Bornstein
>Date: Sat, 24 Feb 96 19:07:58 GMT

>In article <[e-mail]>
>           [e-mail] "Bob Moore" writes:

>> Does anyone know where I can get a copy (even a photocopy maybe ;-)? of
>> this book?
>>
>> If Howard is around here- I'd preffer to buy it from him- I'm not trying
>> to avoid the copyright laws!

>If he's not you could try e-mailing him at either:-

>  [e-mail]
>  [e-mail]
>


I ordered a copy from Howard via Compuserve (see above) a couple of months
ago, and all told it cost me $18.45 I think.  It is still available directly
from Howard, but is out of print with only a limited number of copies left.
That is why  no dealers have them.

Steve


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Harold Hackman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WTB: AR8000
Date: 2 Mar 1996 04:47:41 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4h8jtd$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Danny,

When I purchased mine, about 6 months ago, it cost $600 + $35 in duty
collected when delivered. They also modified it for the Opto Scout. Two
day delivery was standard.

Good luck.

HH



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 07 10:32:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeremy Boot)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WWW Pages Update
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 19:18:15 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Updated and improved for March:

        http://www.innotts.co.uk/~asperges/

Still going strong. SWL Pages included. Lots of visitors worldwide to
date. Keep 'em coming. Support your pages!

73 de
Jeremy G4NJH
[e-mail]
[Home, Am Radio, SWL pages: http://www.innotts.co.uk/~asperges/ ]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (J. Shima)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: * Software available to alter your voice *
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 17:42:54 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


Thanks to everyone for the email regarding the program that disguises
your voice in real time using an SB16.

I have placed the initial demo on my web page for anyone interested in
trying it out.  You can get it off my web page at:

http://www.cyberramp.net/~shima/index.html

Click on the 'Available Shareware Programs' link and choose the 'voice
altering' link.

Feel free to provide suggestions and/or feedback about the program.

Thanks for your time.

Regards,

Jim Shima
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:14 1996
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 13:31:00 -0500
From: [e-mail] (Roger Cravens)
Subject: 1996 Grove Expo-Atlan 4/4
Message-ID: <NOMSGID_1=3A109=[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

(Continued from previous message)


Pay by check, Visa, Mastercard or Discover

Credit card number_______________________________________

Exp. date ________________

Signature _______________________________________________

Send to: Grove Enterprises, Inc. PO Box 98, Brasstown, NC 28902 or Call:
1-800-438-8155 for charge card orders or Fax to: 704-837-2216 or Email
to: [e-mail]

Be sure to make your hotel reservations DIRECT by calling 1-800-HILTONS
and ask for the Grove Communications Expo rates. Special rates guarateed
only until September 1, 1996.

Make your Expo banquet reservations and registration early. Sitting at
the banquet and Expo registrations are limited and we are expecting a
sellout.

Infobot Expo 96 Form C06-LVH)
"Satellite Times Magazine - We cover space/satellites from LEO to GEO and
beyond."

Larry Van Horn, Managing Editor
E-mail address: [e-mail]; Home Page:
http://www.grove.net/hmpgst.html
Telephone: [phone]; Fax: [phone]




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (Daryll1)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 80 MPH fools (was: Radar Jammers, Policemen's Balls, etc)
Date: 6 Mar 1996 18:25:17 -0500
Message-ID: <4hl6st$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Brian
Varine <[e-mail]> writes:

>On a freeway it's going to be damned hard to hit somebody doing 80 (in
>the opposite direction). Theres things called barriers and medians. On a
>freeway everyone is going in the same direction and there is limited
>access. Whats funny is that of all accidents, only 7% happen on a
>freeway. Of all fatalities, most happpen under 40MPH, why is that?
>Because freeways are safe. 80 MPH is safe, and lots of folks drive that
>fast, go to California, almost everyone is going that fast. Do they have
>a higher number of accidents or fatalities? Nope. Why do the Insurance
>companies and NHSTA have to maipulate figure to "convince" people?
>Because the real stats would show them to be wrong and *gulp* that
>speeding really isn't as bad as they say. Any reason why they don't say
>that X% of accidents are caused by speeding instead of Speed Related? Why

>do they do this? I'm not saying that 80 is safe around town, but the fact

>is 80 is safe on a freeway (unless theres a lot of traffic). Saying that
>hitting something at 80 is going to wreak havoc is just plain stupid.
>Hitting something at 50 or 60 or 30 is not good. Should we lower the
>limit to 15? Then NO ONE would get hurt. Driving is not 100% safe,
>nothing is. The fact is 80 can be driven safely on a freeway, lots of
>people do it everyday and there aren't "masses" of people dying.

You missed the entire point.  It doesn't matter if you believe that 80 MPH
is safe anywhere, or if it is, or if it isn't.  It doesn't matter.  The
reality is, IF you hit somebody while you're going 80 MPH, you'll get your
butt sued off by the person you hit (or even if he hit you, it doesn't
matter), and you will have the pleasure of giving that person some or all
of your assets.  And if you go into court and bring up your above
arguements that 80 MPH is safe, you'll REALLY give up some of your assets.
 The smart people do one of two things when faced with a choice of going
80 MPH: 1) don't do it and collect big bucks from the 80 MPH fool that
hits them, if they survive the crash, or 2) do it, don't run their mouth
about it, buy lots of insurance, take the occasional ticket now and then,
and hope to hell they don't hit somebody.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:16 1996
From: "Ronald P. Cain" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 900 Mhz Phone Info
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 21:50:36 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnnen$[e-mail]>

Mark Montgomery wrote:
>
> Since I've seen a lot of interest in 900Mhz phones expressed
> here lately, I thought I'd post this:
>
> The AT&T phone stores are closing nationwide in another month
> and currently have all their stuff on closeout sale pricing.
> The top of the line model 9300 900 Mhz, digital, spread
> spectrum cordless phone (actually made by Escort and same as
> their topline model in a different package) is $50 of at
> $229.  I got one several days ago and love it.  With the base
> unit wall mounted on the bottom story kitchen wall (center of
> house) I can walk up and down the street 500 to 600 feet or
> back into the woods in back without dropping out.  Oh, and to
> make it germaine to these groups - of course nobody can scan
> me 8^).  It was mentioned here by someone that the audio quality
> of the AT&T 900 Mhz phones wasn't good but I find that not to
> be the case.  Maybe they tried another model.  My wife (who
> bitched about how crappy our SWBT 'freedom phone' sounded for
> 10 years) likes it also so I figure I won't get in too much
> trouble when the VISA bill comes.  Just my thoughts, YMMV.
> Mark
>
> --
> Mark Montgomery - K5 team, we do math right!    | Disclaimer : I represent a
nd
> Advanced Micro Devices,Personal Comp. Prod. Div.|              and speak for
 me
> 5900 E.Ben White Blvd., MS521                   | [phone]
> Austin, TX 78741                                | ([e-mail])

Hey Mark, how come AT&T phone stores are shutting down nationwide? I'm
just curious. By the way, I'm from Austin also.
Cheers, Ron Cain


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Wes Shull)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: [FS/T] MT: Need Jan 96, Have Oct, Nov, 2x Dec 95
Date: 5 Mar 1996 18:59:56 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <shul9478-0503961105350001@129.101.126.241>
Reply-To: Wes Shull <[e-mail]>

I need one issue of Monitoring Times to complete my collection--January
96.  I have a few extra copies of other issues that I'm willing to trade
for it, or else sell outright:  Oct 95, Nov 95, and two copies of Dec 95.

--
Wes Shull - [e-mail] - http://www.cs.uidaho.edu/~shul9478/
Cows 'n stuff.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:18 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Subject: Re: _Pro-26 Mods_
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 14:08:00 GMT

DM>  Are you talking about the downconverter technique for modifying
DM>  the 26?
--
 I'm using the image frequencies, but since the Pro-26 blocks the
 800 MHz band when they are programmed, a jumper will power it and
 restore full sensitivity across the entire cellular range.
 I also include mods to soften the beep, to keep the back-light on,
 and to extend the 26's (rechargeable) battery life by 2-3 hours.

 * Ron Roth
---
 ■ RoseReader 2.10ß P003228 Entered at [GHBBS]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:19 1996
From: Michael Husted <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Albrecht AE 300 SSB ?
Date: Sat, 9 Mar 1996 12:01:27 +0100 (MET)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Hi, everybody

Has anyone experience with the German scanner Albrecht AE 300 SSB. For
example the sensivity and selectivy of the various frequency ranges?
I've read the article in the German "Scanner Aktuell", but there are no such
information.

Many regards
Michael
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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Risney)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ant. ground plane
Date: 9 Mar 1996 19:58:42 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hsnti$[e-mail]>

I have a pickup with a fiberglass shell.  I have my 3ft Firestick
scanner antenna mounted on the shell about 1ft behind the cab.

Question:  How important is a ground plane on a receive only
situation??
                 If it is important, what solutions can I use without
 mounting the ant. on the cab???

thanx



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:21 1996
From: Henry Wysmulek <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: antenna
Date: Sun, 3 Mar 1996 08:01:02 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

all outside mounted antenna's should be properly grounded
for protection from lightning strikes.
you might also want to get into the habit of disconnecting
your equipment from your feedline when not in use.

for more detailed information, checkout the arrl books,
the arrl handbook for radio amateurs or the arrl antenna handbook.
you can find ads for these books and more in amateur radio magazines
or popular communications.

H. WYSMULEK
[e-mail]
BLUE SKY FREENET



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Antenna Orientation
Date: 10 Mar 1996 02:29:48 -0500
Message-ID: <4hu0dc$[e-mail]>
References: <4hthkp$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

Scanner antennas, and MOST others are VERTICALLY polarized therefore they
should be in that position to operate efficiently.

Yes, horizontal will work, though not as well. I used to have this old
(well, not at the time!) Midland 4-channel VHF-Hi/Lo Crystal Scanner and a
Bearcat Four-Six crystal scanner. I used to operate both of them in my
car, clipped to the visor, and they worked just fine. But radios DO work
better when the antennas are vertical.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:22 1996
From: Douglas Gavilanes <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Any Mods / Upgrades For AOR AR2002?
Date: 7 Mar 1996 06:22:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlvb8$gd2$[e-mail]>

Is there anything that can be done with an AOR AR-2002 scanner to
"liven" it up a bit? I've added PL decoding, but I'd like to
upgrade it to a beefier model (does ACE still do this?) or find a
use for its proprietary interface. Any help appreciated.

Doug Gavilanes, [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nathan Ryan Gingras)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR-1500 scanner
Date: 11 Mar 1996 14:57:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4i1f0i$[e-mail]>
References: <4hvgma$[e-mail]>

E.W. ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Does anyone here own, or know of, the now-discontinued AR-1500 "all
: frequency" scanner made by AOR?  Mine is fantastic, a better bargain
: than the AR-8000 (IMHO) and so far, no problems.
:
: My question--does anyone know where to purchase the ni-cad battery
: pack for it?  It's a 5-battery pack, and quite unique.
:
: Thanks.
:
: EW
:
:
I bet you can get one at ace communications. Their email address is:
[e-mail]



Nate, KB9LSX
.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Robert McKenzie)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000
Date: 7 Mar 1996 21:39:03 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hnl1n$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

: KL>      Is it normal for the AR8000 to heat up when used with the AC adapto
r ?
: KL>when i'm using it with the AC or car DC it heats up, to a point where is
: KL>uncomfortable to hold in hand. It does't burn or anyting it's just hot, i
'd
: KL>say about 90 degres.

: The best solution is to have a second set of batteries and charge the
: batteries in a cheap "slow" to "medium" charger (7 to 3 hours). You can
: buy a GE/Sanyo 7 hour charger for $10 with 2 AA nicads.

What I have is the 3 hour quick charger from RS with 2 sets of batteries
for my radio.  I have one on charge and use the other.  I go through 2
sometimes 3 sets of batteries a day.

I had to do this for a couple of resons, first my AC jack on the radio is
hosed.. it won't take the adapter anymore, and secondly I was told by
several people including the guy I bought the radio from that the onboard
charger sucked and could over heat the radio.

I have an old PRO-32 that was built right (IMHO).  It has a PWR and a
seperate CHG jack.. and the onboard charger never over heated the
batteries or the radio.  In fact I usually forgot to switch jacks after
about 6 hours of charging and it caused no damage to the batteries..

Cheers!!!


--

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
       Robert McKenzie                           [e-mail]
         http://www.rpmdp.com    Page me:  [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Frank Dwyer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR8000 Linux App to record & index audio
Date: 9 Mar 1996 21:23:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4hsssn$[e-mail]>
Keywords: AOR8000 scripts

Guess you could call this an announcement...

a8audio is a script written in expect (a tcl-based language) that is
designed to capture audio data and save it to your hard disk for later
review.  Data is indexed by frequency.

Requires:

        -Linux based PC (or any UN*X box that provides the items below)
        -Serial port
        -AOR CU8232 Serial Interface
        -Sound device with /dev access (like "/dev/audio")

        -expect 5.0 or greater
        -cu (part of the linux distribution, but is on other UNIces as well)
        -lots of disk space to record audio

You can find it at http://www.scri.fsu.edu/~dwyer/a8audio.text
My home page (http://www.scri.fsu.edu/~dwyer) contains a link to the script,
as well as links to expect and cu.

Notes:

1. This script is very rudimentary, and isn't very pretty -- but it works.
   I've commented the crucial parts to try and make it understandable.
2. If you take a few moments to examine the script, you'll see how you
   could use it as a prototype to design a program to do just about
   anything to the AOR.
3. As the script is enhanced, I'll replace the version available for
   download.

Enjoy...

--
Frank Dwyer ([e-mail])               System & Network Administrator
http://www.scri.fsu.edu/~dwyer                 UNIX System Development

Supercomputer Computations Research Institute  Office: 448 SCL [phone]
400 Dirac Science Library, FSU                 FAX   :         [phone]
Tallahassee, FL 32306                          Pager :         [phone]

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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:27 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail]
Subject: AR1000 Instructions
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 1996 18:56:41 GMT

Does anyone know if someone has published an easy to follow guidebook on
the AR1000 hand held scanner? What comes from the manufacturer is a
joke.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR1000 Instructions
Date: 9 Mar 1996 06:27:40 -0500
Message-ID: <4hrpvc$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

When a friend of mine had one (that I bought off him and then traded with
another friend for a BC3000), he made up "cheat sheets", reduced them down
to business card size, and carried them with him all the time.
SHEEESH!!!!!


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:28 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Bill Ezell)
Subject: AR2700 webpage
Keywords: AOR AR2700 AR-2700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Summary: Any interest in an AR-2700 web page?
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 17:23:06 GMT

I've been trying with little success to get info on AOR's AR-2700.
Either no one but me owns one, or this information is very hidden.

Is there any interest in an AR-2700 web page? I'm considering putting
one up. I've been doing mods on my 2700, like adding a jack for computer contr
ol
that doesn't require using that silly FFC connector in the battery compartment
,
and also figuring out the memory map.

Any other info would be welcome, assuming anyone cares.

Bill Ezell
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (FireMan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR8000 for Sale
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 1996 00:12:54 -400
Message-ID: <4hofhs$[e-mail]>

        AR8000 for Sale:

        Only a few months old - used about 30 hours - works fine.  No mods
        done and in mint condition.  Comes with standard US accessories.

        I am selling because of monetary needs.

        Asking $450.  E-Mail if interested.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (EC222)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR8000 knobs loose, my fix
Date: 10 Mar 1996 12:32:10 -0500
Message-ID: <4hv3mq$[e-mail]>
References: <4hsu3d$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (EC222)

Just get new knobs from EDCO.  They're a lot harder and will last a lot
longer.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:31 1996
From: "Kenneth E. Mesker" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR8000 Volume Problem
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 04:06:30 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I recently received an AOR AR8000.  I have noticed that the volume (even
at MAX) is not very loud.  I have trouble hearing it over my car engine.
In a mildly noisy room I can just forget it.  I really don't want to
have to hook it up to my car/home stereo or use earphones everytime I
use it.  Is this just my receiver, or has anyone else noticed this?  I
have owned a Pro-26 and a Bearcat SC150B and they were both WAY louder
than the AR8000.  Any help would be greatly appreciated!

Thanks,

Kenny Mesker ([e-mail])
KB5DOJ


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR8000 Volume Problem
Date: Fri,  8 Mar 1996 04:46:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

KM>From: "Kenneth E. Mesker" <[e-mail]>
KM>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
KM>Subject: AR8000 Volume Problem
KM>Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 04:06:30 -0600
KM>Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
KM>Organization: Texas A&M University, College Station, TX

KM>I recently received an AOR AR8000.  I have noticed that the volume (even
KM>at MAX) is not very loud.  I have trouble hearing it over my car engine.
KM>In a mildly noisy room I can just forget it.  I really don't want to
KM>have to hook it up to my car/home stereo or use earphones everytime I
KM>use it.  Is this just my receiver, or has anyone else noticed this?  I
KM>have owned a Pro-26 and a Bearcat SC150B and they were both WAY louder
KM>than the AR8000.  Any help would be greatly appreciated!

KM>Thanks,

KM>Kenny Mesker ([e-mail])
KM>KB5DOJ


Take it back. The AR8K does distort a bit when played real loud, but it
can be heard just fine.


 * SLMR 2.1a * FOUNDING FATHERS: ORIGINAL ANGRY WHITE MEN


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:32 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Gary Gonzalez <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Auto-Racing team freq. lists...???
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
To: all
References: <[e-mail]> <4h55s2$[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 19:25:34 GMT



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:34 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Put your name here <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Aviation Scanners
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hn3im$kbe$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 23:43:11 GMT

Daryl Jackson wrote:
>
> All,
>
> Any hard core aviation enthusiasts out there ?
>
> I'm looking for people who could give me information on ATC
> frequencies and traffic flow throughout their area. I'm
> particularly interested in traffic in and out of large hub
> airports as well as high altitude (above 23000') airspace. Please
> e-mail, and I can send you a file of the type of information I'm
> looking for.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Daryl Jackson
> [e-mail]

Go to your local airport and find the Pilot Shop. In there you will find
several books that us pilots use. One regularly published book by the
government is called the Airport Facility Directory or AFD. Another good
recommedation is getting "The Pilot's Guide to XX Airports" Replace XX
with your state.


A good way to monitor an aircraft is to listen to tower and already know
what the departure freq is by looking it up. Shortly after takeoff you should
hear "United 123 contact departure good-day". Switch to the departure frequenc
y
and you should hear "Departure, United 123 checking in at XXX (altitude) you m
ay
not hear the air traffic controller but when aircraft gets "handed off" to the

controller working the next sector, you should hear the pilot read back the ha
nd
off frequency "United 123 switching to 134.2" and so on and so forth.


Hopefully this helps

Steve


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:35 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Aviation Scanners
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 04:33:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4htmi1$[e-mail]>
References: <4hn3im$kbe$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Put your name here <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Daryl Jackson wrote:
>> All,
>> Any hard core aviation enthusiasts out there ?
>> I'm looking for people who could give me information on ATC
>> frequencies and traffic flow throughout their area. I'm
>> particularly interested in traffic in and out of large hub
>> airports as well as high altitude (above 23000') airspace. Please
>> e-mail, and I can send you a file of the type of information I'm
>> looking for.
>> Thanks,
>> Daryl Jackson
>> [e-mail]

>Go to your local airport and find the Pilot Shop. In there you will find
>several books that us pilots use. One regularly published book by the
>government is called the Airport Facility Directory or AFD. Another good
>recommedation is getting "The Pilot's Guide to XX Airports" Replace XX
>with your state.
>A good way to monitor an aircraft is to listen to tower and already know
>what the departure freq is by looking it up. Shortly after takeoff you should
>hear "United 123 contact departure good-day". Switch to the departure frequen
cy
>and you should hear "Departure, United 123 checking in at XXX (altitude) you
may
>not hear the air traffic controller but when aircraft gets "handed off" to th
e
>controller working the next sector, you should hear the pilot read back the h
and
>off frequency "United 123 switching to 134.2" and so on and so forth.
>Hopefully this helps
>Steve

This WWW site is an EXCELLENT resource for ATC frequencies- you can
inquire on any airport facility in the United States; the data listed
is from the FAA's database and was just updated at the end of
February.

http://www.cc.gatech.edu/db1/fly/airport-info.html

(another) Steve



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Atkins)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC200XLT
Date: 6 Mar 1996 15:56:02 -0600
Message-ID: <4hl1li$[e-mail]>

I recently purchased a Uniden Bearcat BC200XLT from a local pawn shop for
$99.00.  It's in great shape, came in box with manual, charger/adapter,
extra antenna, leather case, and manual.  Seems to work great.  Was this
a good deal or a rip off?
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:37 1996
From: rblakely@freenet (Richard Blakely)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC220XLT
Date: 10 Mar 1996 03:51:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4htjjq$[e-mail]>

Does anyone have any of the secrete key codes for the BearCat 220XLT?

Thanks for your time.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:38 1996
From: bnr <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: bc3000xlt - battery charging question
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 14:11:27 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>


On Wed, 6 Mar 1996, Robert Barker wrote:

> CAn this radio be modified for cellular?

Robert -- I have not seen any mods, so I don't know.  You can receive cell
images in the 1005 - 1018.5 range.

It's a great radio -- more than enough channels, good coverage, strong
clear signals.  Make sure you find the keyboard tricks!!

**********************
Brian Raines
[e-mail]
**********************



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (bnr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: bc3000xlt - new web page
Date: 8 Mar 1996 21:54:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4hqa9q$[e-mail]>

Just for fun and to keep fresh with my html, I put together a little web
page devoted to the Uniden BC3000XLT.  It's got spec's, keypad tricks, my
personal scanner setup, and some links.

Check it out at:

http://www.universe.digex.net/~bnr/3000.html

Enjoy - comments gladly accepted.

**********************
Brian Raines
[e-mail]
**********************


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:40 1996
From: Douglas Gavilanes <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Bearcat 220
Date: 7 Mar 1996 06:14:29 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlus5$gd2$[e-mail]>
References: <4hikfi$[e-mail]>

I don't quite remember the mod, but by either grounding or
applying a voltage to one of the pins of the Rockwell chip
on the feature board, you could toggle to another 20 memory
channels. I did it a few times, and it worked on each radio
modified. Good hunting.

Doug Gavilanes


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dan Lawrence)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Been There, Done That.  Was Re: POCSAG Decoder
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 96 09:17:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4hm9l0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (L0ph
T POCSAG Project) wrote:
>L0pht Heavy Industries has designed and may produce a pager 'interceptor' /
>POCSAG decoder. The device is powered off the serial port and fits inside a
>DB25 hood (it is 1.1" sq.)  It is possible to monitor pager data transmission
s
>at 512/1200/2400bps and will decode both numeric and alphanumeric messages. T
he
>device is used with a radio scanner (not included) and PC software.
>
>We are trying to determine the current market interest for such a device. If
>you would possibly be interested in purchasing this item, please send us an
>e-mail ([e-mail]) letting us know if you would want it available in
>schematic/kit form or as a fully-assembled unit, and the approximate market
>value of this product.

You're too late.  Its aready out there and has been for a while.  The software

pd200 (and its predecessor PD102) includes the schematic for the comparitor
hooked to the serial port in the read.me file.  Mine fit into the hood of a
DB9 which I like better then the DB25.

If you really want to do it more power to you, but why buy a kit or schematic
when you can get the whole package as shareware and the full thing for just
20.00 Pounds Sterling.

Good luck.

[e-mail]         http://www.halcyon.com/dan/welcome.html
Dan Lawrence            PGP public key at
Seattle, WA  USA        http://www.halcyon.com/dan/pubkey.asc


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (James Tsai)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Best 900 Mhz Phone
Date: 7 Mar 1996 04:22:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlo9u$[e-mail]>

This may be a dumb question, but what is considered the best overall 900 Mhz
phone on the market?

--
"By all means marry. If you get a
 good wife you will become happy--
 and if you get a bad one you will
 become a philosopher."

                     -Socrates



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (The Untrousered Redneck)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Bought pro-46 for $159 last night!
Date: 8 Mar 1996 17:16:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4hpq28$[e-mail]>

Found several pre-daughterboard mod PRO-46 scanners at a local RatShack for
$159.


They're still around...




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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Johnson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Boulder County - AOR8000 for sale
Date: 6 Mar 1996 13:46:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4hk4vo$[e-mail]>

Would the person from bo.co.gov/ please email me again ref AOR8000 as his emai
l address didn't come through.

Thanks,

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Buy or Sell Scanner Lately?
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 17:31:32 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Thanks to everyone who has been sending me buy/sell prices for used
scanners. I recently heard from someone who just bought an ICOM7000 for
$725 with shipping, no less.

Have you recently bought or sold a scanner? Got a good deal? Let me know.
I need the data for the used scanner price guide at Rob Bellville's web
site. Thanks.

--
Michael Alexander
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
Date: 9 Mar 1996 15:00:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4hs6en$[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1> <4hrvfq$[e-mail]>

Cell image freq fer the  BC-9000 is 360-385mhz.

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:46 1996
From: [e-mail](Jonathan Stapp )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
Date: 9 Mar 1996 13:01:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4hrvfq$[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1>

In <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1> [e-mail] (Stephen Lui)
writes:
>
>The C. Crane Company is advertizing a video and parts kit to perform a
mod
>to the BC9000XLT to restore full 800 MHz coverage. Does anyone have
any
>experience with this?
>
>I already have a BC3000XLT and am very happy with it. The BC3000XLT
>receives images of the blocked 800 MHz band from 1005 MHz and 1030
MHz.
>Does the BC9000XLT have a similar "feature"?
>
>Stephen
>KF6BTE
The only experience I have with C. Crane is that I ordered a catalog
the first part of February, and still haven't received it.  I won't
buy anything from them, as I can only assume their service will be
as slow or slower once they have my check or credit card number.
Just MHO.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:48 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 13:02:32 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1>

Stephen:

You should find Cellular frequency images between 985.1600 - 1010.0000MHz. on
the Uniden BC9000-XLT scanner.

Bill Crocker

p.s.  It is illegal to monitor such frequencies, however, it is allowed for
      testing purposes.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:48 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Carbon keyboard traces
Date: 6 Mar 1996 04:48:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4hj5f2$[e-mail]>

With the invention of the carbon keyboard for scanners, I find it increasingly
 difficult, and expensive to
replace the pc board itself when carbon traces are damaged or worn.  Has anyon
e had any luck, or
more specifically, does anyone know where a conductive carbon paint may be obt
ained in an attempt to
"re-trace" the board to make it usable again.

Thanks for any, and all replies.

Gerry - G & G Communications
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:49 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Jens Goerke)
Subject: Re: Cats and Scanners
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 11:19:22 GMT

[e-mail] wrote:
> Does anyone else have a cat that insists on lying on or around your scanner
> while you are trying to listen to it?
> Could this be why my sound has been a little "fuzzy" lately?

Perhaps your scanner is nice and warm while the rest of your house isn't...

Jens
--
Missing coffee error - operator halted.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Buettner)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Cellular Pro-26, was Pro-26 Keypad Secrets
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 21:47:23 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Jon Cardwell
<[e-mail]> wrote:

+> Can somebody please post all the keypad codes (e.g., 2,9,??
+> on poweron) for the Radio Shack Pro-26 scanner? I bought one recently
+> and found that 2,9,MON enters some 'test frequencies' into
+> the first few channels. I was wondering if there are any other
+> know powerup modes (i.e, Button-A,Button-B,Button-C on poweron, etc).

I don't think there are any special key sequences that'll work to get you
into the Cellular area, but I just found out where you can buy a brand
new, in the box Pro-26 that'll get full cellular coverage!

A couple months ago, I bought my Pro-2006 (brand new, in the box with full
cellular mod already done) from Durham Radio Sales & Service in Canada
<http://osha.igs.net/~durhamradio>. They also sell the Pro-43 that's
cellular ready as well as some other cellular ready scanners.

Well I called to order a Pro-43 so I can listen in the car and I spoke
with a guy there named Keith. He said they are going to start selling
PRO-26's with full cell coverage.

He says they're not some tricked out stateside Rat Shack models but the
ones with the european chip in them. They get cellular right out of the
box, without any mods at all and they come with a guarantee to boot!

So, I'm gonna get the Pro-26 instead! I'm psyched! Now we're gonna be scanning
!

Oh yeah, the phone number for Durham Radio is [phone]. Ya might want
to ask for Keith.

John
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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kevin J. Warner)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: Cellular Pro-26, was Pro-26 Keypad Secrets
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 96 23:26:56 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hnsj4$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (John Buettner) wrote:

>
>A couple months ago, I bought my Pro-2006 (brand new, in the box with full
>cellular mod already done) from Durham Radio Sales & Service in Canada
><http://osha.igs.net/~durhamradio>. They also sell the Pro-43 that's
>cellular ready as well as some other cellular ready scanners.

A couple of months ago I bought a Pro-43 from Durham. Great radio, great servi
ce.
I would recommend them!

Kevin J. Warner
Vancouver B.C.

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:53 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Subject: Cellular Pro26, was Pro-
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 1996 22:02:00 GMT

B >  [e-mail] (John Buettner) writes:
B >  A couple months ago, I bought my Pro-2006 (brand new, in the box
B >  with full cellular mod already done) from Durham Radio Sales &
B >  Service in Canada...
B >  ... guy there named Keith. He said they are going to start selling
B >  PRO-26's with full cell coverage...
B >  He says they're not some tricked out stateside Rat Shack models but the
B >  ones with the european chip in them. They get cellular right out of the
B >  box, without any mods at all and they come with a guarantee to boot!
--
 Actually, from talking to Keith, these will be US/Canadian units.
 Durham is ordering European chips, and they are going to try to
 replace the original chips with the European ones.  The final cost
 was not available at the time, but it will be the scanner itself,
 the chip, plus the cost of installation, which BTW is quite a bit
 more involved than just "clipping a diode."   This will give those
 people who can't do their own mods the opportunity to get full
 800MHz coverage.  Whether Durham is going to do any of the other
 mods is not certain at this time according to Keith.

 * Ron Roth
---
 ■ RoseReader 2.10ß P003228 Entered at [GHBBS]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:54 1996
From: dale martin <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: cellular programming info wanted
Date: 7 Mar 1996 14:43:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4hmsm3$[e-mail]>

I would apprec. it if someone could e-mail me some info on programming
and cloning celullar phones.

thanks

dale

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (Johnny Fantastic!)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Clearwater Florida Police etc. wanted
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 09:38:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4i0sds$[e-mail]>

anyone know what freqs the Clearwater police use for thier
transmissions?  I got a listing from a web page but they don't seem to
be active...

Thanks! - Johnny



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Buettner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cordless Freqs
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 21:50:32 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gcuvk$[e-mail]> <4gocbi$[e-mail]> <4hb0s7$[e-mail]>

In article <4hb0s7$[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] (Barry O Grady) wrote:

+> 30.075
+> 30.100
+> 30.125
+> 30.150
+> 30.175
+> 30.200
+> 30.225
+> 30.250
+> 30.275
+> 30.300
+>
+> Radio Shack sell a good antenna for handheld scanners. It works far better
+> than the one supplied with my BC3000XLT.

These might get you cordless phones in Australia or somewhere else, but in
the U.S. you'd better be looking in the 46.610 - 46.970 area.

Bit
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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:57 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Crystal formula for Bearcat IIn
Date: 7 Mar 1996 03:46:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlm6u$[e-mail]>
References: <4hhinj$[e-mail]>

>   [e-mail] writes:
>  Can anyone out there tell me the formula for the crystals in the older Bear
cat III and
>  Bearcat IV ?  Were the IFs 10.7 or 10.8?  Thanks.
>
>  Ken Sprouse / N3IGW
>  Internet [e-mail]     Compu$erve 70145,426
>  Smith & Wesson - The ultimate point and click user interface.
>
>
>>>>

Yes:

All Bearcats used the 10.8 i.f. crystals figured as follows:

  low band =  Receive Freq + 10.8 = actual crystal frequency
 high band =  Receive Freq - 10.8 divided by 3 = actual crystal frequency
  uhf band =  Receive Freq - 10.8 divided by 9 = actual crystal frequency

Also, you can use Regency crystals in Bearcat scanners and vice versa if the a
ctual crystal frequency is
the same.  Remember that Regency, Realistic, Sonar,etc. use 10.7 i.f.

Example :  46.120 Bearcat crystal will read 56.920 on a frequency counter. (46
.120+10.8)
therefore this same crystal plugged into a Regency scanner will yield 46.220 r
eceive frequency
(56.920-10.7)

Use  the formulas listed above, replacing 10.8 with 10.7 to figure actual Rege
ncy frequencies.

You may also want to experiment with using reverse formulas to figure if cryst
als you have will work in
other band ranges.
Example:  You have a receive crystal marked 42.180 for a Regency scanner.  The
 actual crystal
frequency is 52.880 mhz.  Plug the actual frequency into the high band Regency
 formula above.  This
would be 52.880 x 3 = 158.640 plus the i.f. (10.7) = 169.340.  This means if y
ou plug this crystal into
a Regency scanner in the high band position, you will receive 169.340 mhz.  Sa
me formula holds true
for uhf band.

Experiment a little.  You may find all those useless scanner frequencies that
you have may be useful in
another scanner or another frequency range.

Good Luck !

Gerry - G & G Communications
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:58 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Bob Kupiec)
Subject: EEB Sound Bridge Xmitter
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 1996 01:17:19 GMT


Does anyone have one of those EEB Sound Bridge FM transmitters?  I was
just wondering if it was worth the $30 they want for it.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 13:59:59 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Richard W.)
Subject: ESPN Radio affiliates list?
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 02:10:25 GMT

Does anyone know where I can find a list of ESPN Radio affiliates.
Rich In The USA. Go NY Rangers!


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:00 1996
From: Jason Piush <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Expensive(!!) Antenna Splitter from Radio Shack???
Date: Sun, 3 Mar 1996 12:48:03 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]>

Hi again all,

I have been trying to set up my PRO-51 to work in my vehicle, but I am
running into an antenna problem.  A solution I have been considering is
using my existing AM/FM antenna as a dual scanner/am-fm antenna. (I know
there is a whole other issue with the am-fm antenna not being as good as
other antennnas out there...I'm really just looking for a simple solution
to my simple problem.)

Anyways, I was in Radio Shack a couple of days ago and I spotted a
splitter DESIGNED to split the AM/FM antenna with the scanner.  The sales
person I spoke to said that this splitter was designed with a transformer
built in so that there wouldn't be a problem with impedience mis-matches
between the scanner, the stereo, and the antenna. (I was under the
impression that impedience only mattered when you were TRANSMITTING not
recieving only - as a scanner does)

So should I go running back to my Radio Shack and drop the $40 that it
will cost me for the splitter, or should I just go running the other way?

If I go running the other way, what are some solutions to my problem?  Is
it possible to make my own splitter with a transformer, or should I just
not worry about impedience mis-matches and just purchase a simple Y
splitter for my antenna?

Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Jason
Manitoba, Canada



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Expensive(!!) Antenna Splitter from Radio Shack???
Date: 9 Mar 1996 18:38:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hsj6l$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] says...
>
>Hi again all,
>
>I have been trying to set up my PRO-51 to work in my vehicle, but I am
>running into an antenna problem.  .......

I use a BC-760 running off the AM/FM antenna in my Dakota.  It works pretty
well and actually better than the glass mount antenna the Shack sells.  Don't
spend $40 for the splitter!  I bought one at a hamfest last year for $16.

The one in the Grove catalog looks the same as the one I bought.

As for reception, VHF-Low is good including mobile units

VHF-Hi is as good as a dedicated scanner antenna!

UHF is so so

800 Mhz real so so but around here there isn't any reason to listen in.


Bob





From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (MHM)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Expensive(!!) Antenna Splitter from Radio Shack???
Date: 8 Mar 1996 04:26:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hoct5$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
   Jason Piush <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Hi again all,
>
>I have been trying to set up my PRO-51 to work in my vehicle, but I am
>running into an antenna problem.  A solution I have been considering is
>using my existing AM/FM antenna as a dual scanner/am-fm antenna.

>              ...The sales
>person I spoke to said that this splitter was designed with a transformer
>built in so that there wouldn't be a problem with impedience mis-matches
>between the scanner, the stereo, and the antenna. (I was under the
>impression that impedience only mattered when you were TRANSMITTING not
>recieving only - as a scanner does)
>
>So should I go running back to my Radio Shack and drop the $40 that it
>will cost me for the splitter, or should I just go running the other way?

No, the impedance mismatches will not blow up your receivers.  The additional
loading caused by the mismatches will lower the available signal level and
result in a smaller reception range.  So, in this case, an antenna matching
transformer would be in order.  $40.00 is what I would term, a RIPOFF,


[e-mail] | Poor planning on your part
                | does not constitute a crisis
                | on my part...


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rick Williams)
Subject: RE: Favorite Scans
Date: 10 Mar 96 20:59:59 -0800
References: <4gls9c$[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

(1st posting to this BBS) Your second question firsty.
I have a 2004 (modified) and a BC-2500 (modified).
As you may know the 2004 has 10 banks , and the 2500 has 20 banks.
Here's how I handle each: For the 2004,
Bank 1 - State police and "hot-line" freqs.
Bank 2 - Fire Freqs.,Amb. and helicopter rescue.
Bank 3 - Local PD and adjoining towns.
Bank 4 - Local PD out to 30-40 mile radius.
Bank 5 - Cordless phone freqs.
Bank 6,8,10 - Cell freqs. (most common-used "trunks")
bank 7 - Hartford PD & Fire (Trunked)
Bank 9 - Gov. freqs.
For the 2500 , more of the same, but, since I use it in the car, I
double up on the State PD freqs. so it gives them a higher priority.(
Banks 1 and 7) then I save banks 17-20 for out of town
searching/scanning.(I can enter these freqs. before I travel then
just activate those banks when I'm out of town. Then I blow them away
when I return home.
Setting up your banks this way allows you to "follow the action" and
to decide how "busy" you want the scanner to be. For instance,  the
later at night it gets, the more you can listen to.
I like listening to State P.D.s,  especially on the road, air band
(118-120 for airport, 130's for "Center"), Cordless is always
amusing, ( I once answered my neighbor's call before the phone rang!)
and of course late nite cell can't be beat!
I'm on about my 6th scanner, my first was a Bearcat 8LH 8 channel
crystal control. Good luck.

Rick



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (destiny admin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Free Radio Program
Date: 7 Mar 1996 00:42:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlbd5$[e-mail]>

Destiny Software is a developer of video games like JAM! (shareware),
Darkseed II and Blood Bowl.  You can check out our WEB site at:

http://www.destiny-software.com/destiny

Now we're experimenting with RADIO!

We have just successfully broadcast good quality music and speech over
the internet (receiving with a 28 800 modem).  (Our compression
algorithm is much faster and better quality than others we've tried.)
We plan to allow non-commercial users to broadcast for free,
encouraging a wide variety of viewpoints in this new medium.
Commercial users are welcome to participate in BETA testing.

The compression is in real time on a 486, so we will support live
broadcasts as soon as we finish the initial testing.

So here's the scoop - we're looking for BETA testers.  If you would
like to become a broadcaster, you need:

1. A permanent IP address.
2. A dedicated machine (or permission to run background tasks)
3. You are either linked to the MBONE or you have a fast connection
4. If you are using a non-windows server, we may need access to your
account to compile for your particular machine.

Basically, you fill your hard drive with samples and a script file to
organize playback.  (The player will repeat the script when it
finishes).  Later we will upgrade so that broadcasters can go live by
plugging a signal into a PC sound card.

Listeners will enter your address into the radio program and voila,
your broadcast will begin playing.  The radio feature will be built
into our soon to be released freeware browser.

If you're interested, send email.

Thanks!








From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:08 1996
From: [e-mail](Tim Serda )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: freqs for Santa Clara City Fire
Date: 6 Mar 1996 05:09:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4hj6ld$[e-mail]>

Santa Clara's fire freqs are not published, just there channel one
freq.  Can anybody supply me with the other freqs.  800MHz+ range ok

Thanks......


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Freqs. used by crews at movie locations wanted
Date: 8 Mar 1996 01:46:46 -0500
Message-ID: <4hol4m$[e-mail]>
References: <4hkopm$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

Try also 154.600


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Horak)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Freqs. used by crews at movie locations wanted
Date: 6 Mar 1996 13:24:38 -0600
Message-ID: <4hkopm$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4he5dh$[e-mail]>

In <4he5dh$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Dave Anderson) write
s:

>[e-mail] wrote:

>>There is a crew in my town this week filming an outdoor location scene
>>for a movie starring Brad Pitt & Harrison Ford. I'm trying to figure out
>>which frequencies they use. I was over there today briefly with some regular
>>business & itinerant freqs. plugged into my Pro 43, but no luck. I also
>>tried searching through these frequency areas, but still no luck. I know tha
t
>>the motion picture industry is alloted certain special frequencies, but what
>>are they?

>Check the iternent channels, the wireless mike channels, and the
>173.225 to 173.375 range.  Heck, just search the low VHF business and
>UHF business bands.  There is nothing to restrict movie makers off the
>business channels(they are a business too).

These are allocated to the motion picture industry.....

152.87, 152.9, 152.93, 152.96, 152.99, 153.02,
173.225, 173.275, 173.325, 173.375

David


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:11 1996
From: Mike <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS Motorola Radios
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 16:19:52 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

The Following Motorola Portables are For Sale
All Radios Come with Battery and Antenna

GP-300 UHF 403-430 5-Tone w/KP/Full Display....$275.00
MT-1000 UHF 16Ch...............................$425.00
MT-1000 UHF 99Ch. w/MDC-1200 Front.............$500.00
SABER III UHF 120Ch............................$550.00
SABER II UHF 120Ch.............................$525.00
HT-1000 UHF 450-520 16Ch.......................$500.00
HT-1000 VHF 136-174 16Ch.......................$500.00
MTX-LS 900-LTR TRK & CONV......................$500.00
VISAR 800-TRK TYPE II/IIi......................$575.00
Maxtrac 800 Mobile 6/6/2.......................$350.00

PLEASE CALL 1-800-773-3465 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bruce Tis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS PRO 43
Date: 4 Mar 1996 00:37:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4hde03$[e-mail]>



I've got a pro43 in good condition (works perfectly, slight wear on a
few white letters on on/off switch) for sale. Has cellular mod

                  ************ $210 obo  ***************

bruce tis, K1WVY
work [phone]
home [phone]
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:13 1996
From: [e-mail](Tony)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,la.forsale,ny.forsale,oc.forsale,alt.forsale,ca.forsale,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Kenwood 78A
Date: 10 Mar 1996 21:37:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4hvi35$[e-mail]>

I have a Kenwood 78A, 2m/440 handheld,standard battery,extra memory
chip,programmable speaker mike and wall charger. It is in new
condition.

375 plus cod


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:14 1996
From: steve b <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Pro-2005 w/Opcode
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 15:49:41 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hlkdq$[e-mail]>

Chris Rendenna wrote:

> I have a Realistic Pro-2005 with the OptoElectronics board installed
> available for sale. Scanning software is also included.

What software is included with the OptoScan?


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (Chris Rendenna)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Pro-2005 w/Opcode
Date: 7 Mar 1996 03:16:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlkdq$[e-mail]>

I have a Realistic Pro-2005 with the OptoElectronics board installed
available for sale. Scanning software is also included.

Based on the age of the scanner and the cost of both, I think $450 is a
good price. Both units perform well and the scanner was modified to
receive 800 Mhz (before that crazy law law went into effect! *smile*)

I am the original owner of both. Please e-mail me for my phone number and
mailing address to send the check/mo to, at: [e-mail]

Sincerely,
Chris Rendenna, KB2BBW



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:16 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Jon Van Allen)
Subject: FS: PRO-43 w/mods now $225
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 21:22:36 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Pro-43 200 ch handheld with several mods including cellular,
audio enhancement, upgraded speaker and 54-88 mhz. Price
reduced from $250 to $225 my rock bottom price, you ship.
Great 225-400 military airband performance too. I'll even
toss in new hi capacity 850 mah ni-cads and an extendable
whip antenna. Call 801-565-0095 or email. Thanks, Jon


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gene McAvoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: PRO37 and BC200XLT
Date: Sun, 03 Mar 1996 20:14:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4hcuft$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Short and simple...

        BC200XLT & PRO37...both full 800MHz coverage
        $200 or make a really good offer.

        I can take VISA, MC, or Amex Cards, but this is a private sale.

Gene McAvoy / KG7XD
ScanWare Associates
http://www.sincom.com/~scanware/index.html
Voice: 360.698.1383
Fax: [phone]
email: [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:18 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,dc.forsale.misc,misc.forsale.non-computer
From: Business Resource Group <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro-2026, 2 mos. old, modded
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hk2js$[e-mail]> <4hl78g$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 1996 16:03:24 GMT

Tim Smith wrote:
>
> In article <4hk2js$[e-mail]>,
>    [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I) wrote:
> >For sale:
> >
> >Radio Shack Pro-2026 Mobile scanner.
> >Asking $195, will ship anywhere in US via UPS.  Offers considered.
>
> Is this the one that sold on sale for $149 recently?
>
> Tim

I do believe you are correct...I was in Radio Shack the other day and
they have this model on sale for $149 thru the end of the month.  The one
I looked at did not have the mod, but was modifiable (simply clip a
jumper-L201).

Regards,
DOUG


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Rosenfeld NF3I)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,dc.forsale.misc,misc.forsale.non-computer
Subject: FS: Radio Shack Pro-2026, 2 mos. old, modded
Date: 6 Mar 1996 13:06:04 GMT
Distribution: usa
Message-ID: <4hk2js$[e-mail]>

For sale:

Radio Shack Pro-2026 Mobile scanner.  About 6x6x2 inches, weighing
about 2 lbs.  Amber display, direct entry of freq., auto-search
of weather, air, fire, police bands.  One set of programmed limits
and 100 memories in 5 banks of 20.

Purchased 12/29/95 (not by me), and I have the receipt.  The unit
has been modified for 800 MHz receive.  Perfect condition, with
all accessories (mobile bracket), manual, power cable, receipt, and
box.

Asking $195, will ship anywhere in US via UPS.  Offers considered.

Reason for selling:

Found a BC-8500XLT (non-modifiable) with more features, and I don't
really care to listen to the cell stuff anyway.  Please call or
e-mail if interested.  Thanks!
--
Scott Rosenfeld NF3I Burtonsville, MD FM19  QRV 40-10/6/2/440
*** VHF @ <25w, HF @ <5w *** Who says Morse Code is dead? ***
Stuck at 138 cfd with dipoles - QRP-L, QRP ARCI, DXCC/WAS/WAC
72/73 de Suburban DC 301-549-1022 h / 301-982-1015 w  dit dit


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:20 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Jon Van Allen)
Subject: FS: Realistic Pro-2025 (nearly identical to Bearcat Bct-400)
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 96 17:06:48 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

For sale: Pro-2025, 16 ch mobile scanner, made by Uniden for
RS, nearly identical to the Bearcat Bct-400. Has weather
search button. Used very little, excellent condx. Original
box & manual. $50

Please email queries. Thanks, Jon


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Oujesky)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,phl.scanner,alt.forsale,austin.forsale,houston.forsale,dfw.forsale,misc.forsale.non-computer,tx.forsale,us.forsale.misc
Subject: Re: FT: 200/205XLT for PRO-60/26
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 96 22:03:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4hnq9g$[e-mail]>
References: <4ggg43$[e-mail]> <4h5gdc$[e-mail]>
To: All


Anyone interested in trading a PRO-60 (or perhaps a PRO-26) for Uniden Bearcat

BC-200/205XLT plus some cash?  The 200/205XLT has full 800 mhz coverage
enabled.

Interested parties please reply via e-mail to [e-mail].

Thanks.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Oujesky)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,phl.scanner,alt.forsale,austin.forsale,houston.forsale,dfw.forsale,misc.forsale.non-computer,tx.forsale,us.forsale.misc
Subject: FT: 200/205XLT for PRO-60/26
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 96 15:11:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4hsaul$[e-mail]>
References: <4ggg43$[e-mail]> <4h5gdc$[e-mail]> <4hnq9g$[e-mail]>
To: All


Anyone interested in trading a PRO-60 (or perhaps a PRO-26) for a Uniden
Bearcat BC-200/205XLT plus some cash?  The 200/205XLT has full 800 mhz
coverage enabled.

Interested parties please reply via e-mail to [e-mail].

Thanks.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 6 Mar 1996 16:05:11 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hkd3n$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hicn9$[e-mail]>

>What if someone had previously shorted the batteries you wanted to buy?
>Pranks should be discouraged.

I wonder if Sammy Salesdroid is smart enough to use locking software on
the hard drives of their display computers?  If not, one could have some
fun with commands like 'DEL *.*' and of course, the ever-popular 'FORMAT
C:'

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Commins)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 18:08:22 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] wrote:

>I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
>for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
>without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
>back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
>monitor to "Off"    .....                      I felt good.
>
>Rick
>

I agree with another followup, you are sick and twisted and I LMAO
when I read it.

Scenario:

Customer (to RS clerk):  Do you have a ________ (fill in the blank)?
RS Clerk:  I don't know, what page is it on in the catalog?


------------------------------------------------------------
Drew Commins                   | They can have my banjo when
Windswept Photo Services       | they pry my cold, dead,
e-mail: [e-mail] | pick-clad fingers from it.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:25 1996
From: Brian Morgan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 8 Mar 1996 18:32:24 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hpufo$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
>Is'nt this sort of like making fun of dumb animals?
>Wait...sorry, I did'nt mean to insult animals by referring to them as "dumb".
>I apologize.
>Phil
Phil -
   I say again - They are getting paid to be there...  who's really
the dumb one?
     Brian









From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 8 Mar 1996 15:09:48 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hpijs$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

>Scenario:
>
>Customer (to RS clerk):  Do you have a ________ (fill in the blank)?
>RS Clerk:  I don't know, what page is it on in the catalog?
>


Actually, my experience has been that it's more like this:


Customer:  Hey, do you carry the _____________?

Sammy Salesdroid: Uh, ah, uh...I don't know....I'll have to ask our
manager

Manager (a/k/a a Glorified Salesdroid...one who has passed the
"competency tests" and kisses Tandy's corporate ass): Uh...well, gee, I
think so.  Not sure that we have any in stock, though.  Just a minute,
I'll call my District Manager and find out...

District Manager: Who the hell cares whether we have one or not.  Just
grab the closest thing, BS him, and SELL, SELL, SELL.  Oh yeah, and make
sure you get his name and address and don't you DARE forget to sell him
the Tandy Service Plan.

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:28 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 8 MAR 96 16:25:41 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]>








In a previous article, [e-mail] (Drew Durigan) wrote:
->>Scenario:
->>
->>Customer (to RS clerk):  Do you have a ________ (fill in the blank)?
->>RS Clerk:  I don't know, what page is it on in the catalog?
->>
->
->
->Actually, my experience has been that it's more like this:
->
->
->Customer:  Hey, do you carry the _____________?
->
->Sammy Salesdroid: Uh, ah, uh...I don't know....I'll have to ask our
->manager
->
->Manager (a/k/a a Glorified Salesdroid...one who has passed the
->"competency tests" and kisses Tandy's corporate ass): Uh...well, gee, I
->think so.  Not sure that we have any in stock, though.  Just a minute,
->I'll call my District Manager and find out...
->
->District Manager: Who the hell cares whether we have one or not.  Just
->grab the closest thing, BS him, and SELL, SELL, SELL.  Oh yeah, and make
->sure you get his name and address and don't you DARE forget to sell him
->the Tandy Service Plan.
->
->-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-
->
->
Is'nt this sort of like making fun of dumb animals?
Wait...sorry, I did'nt mean to insult animals by referring to them as "dumb".
I apologize.
Phil


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:29 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 9 Mar 1996 09:55:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4hrkhn$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hgpbf$[e-mail]> <4hhm58$[e-mail]>

In article <4hhm58$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Drew Durigan) wrote:
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ecn.uoknor.edu!solace!nntp.uio.no!news.cais.net!chi-
news.cic.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!in1.uu.net!prodigy.com!usenet
>From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
>Date: 5 Mar 1996 15:21:12 GMT
>Organization: Prodigy Services Company  1-800-PRODIGY
>Lines: 12
>Distribution: world
>Message-ID: <4hhm58$[e-mail]>
>References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hgpbf$[e-mail]>
>NNTP-Posting-Host: inugap2.news.prodigy.com
>X-Newsreader: Version 1.2
>Status: N
>
>>What was the purpose? Im sure you could be made to look pretty stupid.
>>whoops to late you already did it yourself.
>
>The purpose is to point out that Sammy Salesdroid...the one with all the
>'answers" to your "questions" is too stupid to check whether his monitor
>was turned off of not!
>
>

I wouldnt figure on some asshole  turning it off either so therefore it would
never cross my mind.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:30 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 1996 18:51:22 GMT

Drew Commins ([e-mail]) wrote:
: >I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
: >for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
: >without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
: >back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
: >monitor to "Off"    .....                      I felt good.

I often wonder how many people are tempted to take "five finger discounts"
at RS.  Not so much as to avoid having to pay for the item but to avoid
all the long drawn-out rigamarole like the above.  And waiting an extra 10
minutes so everyone in front of you can give name, address, last 4 digits
of phone number, etc.  I'll bet a there are a few who just decide to shove
batteries in pocket and walk to avoid the needless hassle. Even though
they have the money to pay for them.  No, I am not advocating this.  But
I'll bet that if stores like RS started with policies of quickly and
efficiently taking your money they'd have a lot less shrinkage.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:31 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 9 Mar 1996 09:59:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4hrkp9$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hicn9$[e-mail]> <4hkd3n$[e-mail]>

In article <4hkd3n$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Drew Durigan) wrote:
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ecn.uoknor.edu!qns3.qns.com!imci4!newsfeed.internetm
ci.com!gatech!newsjunkie.ans.net!newsfeeds.ans.net!prodigy.com!usenet
>From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
>Date: 6 Mar 1996 16:05:11 GMT
>Organization: Prodigy Services Company  1-800-PRODIGY
>Lines: 10
>Distribution: world
>Message-ID: <4hkd3n$[e-mail]>
>References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hicn9$[e-mail]>
>NNTP-Posting-Host: inugap2.news.prodigy.com
>X-Newsreader: Version 1.2
>Status: N
>
>>What if someone had previously shorted the batteries you wanted to buy?
>>Pranks should be discouraged.
>
>I wonder if Sammy Salesdroid is smart enough to use locking software on
>the hard drives of their display computers?  If not, one could have some
>fun with commands like 'DEL *.*' and of course, the ever-popular 'FORMAT
>C:'
>
>
Sonds like you have a pretty good grasp their xenix terminal systems give it a

try.

Sammy D


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tim Glen)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,phl.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Help, South Jersey Listeners!!
Date: 10 Mar 1996 21:31:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4hvhne$[e-mail]>

Hello all,

I am listening to Monroe Twp. NJ and all
too frequently I am hearing them "going"
to 36. I am unable to find a listing for
this anyhwere. I have the newest Police Call
and have tried all Monroe freqs listed. I
already have channel 1, 508.4625 and 2,
508.4875. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Please reply by email as I dont get to read
the groups too often.

Tim
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (ben hammond)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: How important is triple conversion?
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 02:44:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4hqv0k$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

How important is triple conversion as compared to double conversion?
Is it worth the extra money?
TNX
Ben



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: How important is triple conversion?
Date: 10 Mar 1996 04:51:44 -0500
Message-ID: <4hu8ng$[e-mail]>
References: <4htg06$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

I really should have mentioned this too in my previous response.
Someone else, thought I was recommending it because its the "in thing".  I
am most assuredly not.  Thanks for the clarification Phoebe.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carl Quick)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: HOW WELL AND HOW DO SCANNERS WORK??
Date: Fri, 08 Mar 1996 17:16:49 GMT
Message-ID: <4hpq21$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnm12$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (lee) wrote:

>I was just wondering how scanners work. For example. I will be
>taking a cross country trip.
>I have a superwideband laser radar detector. Will that be sufficient??

>Thank you..

>LEE!
>[e-mail]

Say  What?



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (chuck  )
Subject: Re: HOW WELL AND HOW DO SCANNERS WORK??
Date: 10 Mar 96 02:19:08 -0800
References: <4hnm12$[e-mail]> <4hpq21$[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

you would be better off using a pencil and a paper clip........just
kidding.you are talking about two different animals


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (lee)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: HOW WELL AND HOW DO SCANNERS WORK??
Date: 7 Mar 1996 21:55:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4hnm12$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I was just wondering how scanners work. For example. I will be
taking a cross country trip.
I have a superwideband laser radar detector. Will that be sufficient??

Thank you..

LEE!
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:37 1996
From: "Mark S. Conway" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: I am hooking into my SCANNER INTO MY CABLE WIRE, WHAT'LL Happen?!?!
Date: 7 Mar 1996 17:43:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4hn77o$[e-mail]>
References: <4h5lqs$[e-mail]> <4hfpnk$[e-mail]> <4hlhtt$[e-mail]>

However, if you dont use the center conductor and just the
shielding, that's a different story.
I have snipped off the center conductor and used the shield as
the antenna. I now have an antenna that runs from the inside of
my house, all the way out to the pole. I have no complaints on
the reception i'm getting. This concept came from the fact that I
can't have any visable outside antenna's where i live.
See ya's   Mark



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:38 1996
From: Richard Ness <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Icom R-100, trade or sale
Date: Tue, 05 Mar 1996 23:57:28 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have an Icom R-100 that I'd like to sell or trade. This is a pre block
unit, (no cellular block). I need a handheld. Interested?  Please e-mail me
at [e-mail]. This is the best way to reply, I check messages
throughout the day.

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carl Hodder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ICOM R1 with SSB?
Date: 7 Mar 1996 19:54:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4hneu6$[e-mail]>

I just seen on the UK ICOM site that the UK version of the IC-R1
has SSB. Can the US version be modified for SSB buy installing and/or
removing a diode? It says on the Icom site the radio is the smallest
SSB receiver and has a 10 dB S/N for SSB. If you want to see for your
self check it out at URL http://www.easynet.co.uk/icomuk/r1.htm.
Is the UK version a different radio?



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:40 1996
From: craig todd gafah <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Indiana and New Jersey Frequencies
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 1996 13:17:13 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>


Hello all-
        I am taking a trip this weekend, from Indianapolis to Newark, New
  Jersey.  It would be greatly appreciated if someone could email me the
  frequencies for


        1.  Indianapolis Airport tower and Continental Airlines
            frequencies.

        2.  Newark Airport tower and Continental Airlines frequencies.

        3.  Anything else of interest for this trip.


My email address is [e-mail].  Your generosity is appreciated.

                                        Craig


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Is my AOR AR800 a Lem
Date: Thu,  7 Mar 1996 06:55:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

BU>From: [e-mail] (Bud)
BU>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
BU>Subject: Re: Is my AOR AR800 a Lemon?
BU>Date: Mon, 04 Mar 1996 02:55:24 GMT
BU>Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
BU>Organization: Evansville Online

BU>On 23 Jan 1996 03:26:17 GMT, shawn <[e-mail]> wrote:

BU>>Here is my story with the AOR AR8000.

BU>>I began to notice noise on some of the channels that I had programmed in.
BU>>Initially, I dismissed it as unusual noise or some other unexplained
BU>>phenomenon.
BU>I had the same problem.....
BU>>Upon closer observation I noticed that when it stopped on one of these
BU>>frequencies, I could cause it to continue scanning by touching the
BU>>antennae.  This raised my curiosity.  I got out my trusty Pro-43 and
BU>>began to scan side by side.  The AOR would stop on frequencies that the
BU>>Pro-43 did not hear.  To make a long story short, I found what is called
BU>>the wandering birdie.
BU>I also compared it to several older Bearcat models and they picked up
BU>signals that my Aor8k would not even come close to receiving. I would
BU>pull the Pro-43 back out and use instead of the Aor8k......
BU>>I began to watch the scanner closely.  It regularly stopped on these
BU>>frequencies:  42.600  460.525  460.350  460.575  163.435  153.485.  The
BU>>squelch would open on these frequencies for 5 or 10 minutes, then the
BU>>problem would go away.  I have also seen similar occurrences on these
BU>>frequencies:  465.375  156.090  155.460  156.670  42.70  154.815.
BU>>>>


This problem has been solved by changing the crystal that runs the uP. Mine
has been modified for about 3 months and works fine.

The real question is are NEW AR8Ks being sold with the same problem? Some
people say the problem was solved at the factory, but your posting means
some faulty (my words) AR8Ks are still being sold at dealers.


 * SLMR 2.1a * NRA: Neurotic Rifflemans Association


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kelly R.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Jacksonville, FL New police freqs
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 00:11:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hqi1n$[e-mail]>

I have read that Jacksonville PD is switching to a new dispatching
system and going from 4 to 6 zones.  Does anybody know the new
frequencies for the new zones?



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Schneringer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Keypress codes for BC2500
Date: Fri, 08 Mar 1996 04:32:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hod85$[e-mail]>


Where can I find them?

Thanks

Jim Schneringer
Shasta Lake, CA
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (SS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Lansing, Michigan
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 96 16:46:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4hv08f$[e-mail]>

DOes anyone have a freq. list for Lansing, MI???  I have looked everywhere for

a list but have found nothing.  Any info. would be greatly appreciated...


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:47 1996
From: Andrew Witham <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: LAT./LONG.
Date: Sun, 3 Mar 1996 16:02:09 +0000
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hamea$[e-mail]>

In article <4hamea$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
writes
>Hi All: I am looking a program that; on a world map allows one to type
>in the Lat & Long of a station/ ship. And see the correct position
>(Lat/Long) on a Grid / Geo area of the world. Thanks for your e-mail.
>:-) Greg

Try tracking down the Xerox mapping system - will draw you such a map
with lots of options on line.

I've not got the URL to hand, but I'm sure that any of the WWW search
engines will find it - it's widely used on the 'quake newsgroups for
plotting quake locations.

--
Andrew                                          [e-mail]
"Most of us are broad minded enough to admit there are two sides to every
question -  our own side, and the side that no intelligent, informed, sane and

self respecting person could possibly hold"


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:48 1996
From: Wes Padilla <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Latin America Monitoring
Date: 8 Mar 1996 03:18:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4ho8ut$[e-mail]>

    Has anyone taken their scanner to a Latin American country and used
it. I would like to read about your experiences on customs and whether
there is much action in these countries.



Wes Padilla



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Legal to Listen to Cordle
Date: Sat,  9 Mar 1996 07:27:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

JO>From: [e-mail] (JOEWINKLER)
JO>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
JO>Subject: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
JO>Date: 7 Mar 1996 16:34:38 -0500
JO>Message-ID: <4hnkpe$[e-mail]>
JO>Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)

JO>Is it illegall to listen to cordless phone conversations in Florida?
JO>Can you use information overheard from a cordless phone conversation in a
JO>civil suite?

JO>Curious in Florida


Joe, buddy, "Don't ask Don't tell"

Especially "Don't tell."

The EPCA was tweaked to include cordless phones, so now it is a
federal crime. The good news is the Fed prisons are much nicer
than the state prisons.

 * SLMR 2.1a * Long Live The New World Order


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (JOEWINKLER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 7 Mar 1996 16:34:38 -0500
Message-ID: <4hnkpe$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (JOEWINKLER)

Is it illegall to listen to cordless phone conversations in Florida?
Can you use information overheard from a cordless phone conversation in a
civil suite?

Curious in Florida


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 8 Mar 1996 01:53:25 -0500
Message-ID: <4holh5$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkpe$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

Same deal as with cellular. Not legal, and not admissable in court should
a conversation be overheard.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (Adrian Brandt)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: 6 Mar 1996 00:04:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4hikpo$[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail] (Steven Bradley)


[e-mail] (Steven Bradley) writes:
> Richard M. Flood ([e-mail]) wrote:
>
>: My parents are looking for a good cordless phone. I have had scanner for a
>: while and tried to talk them out of it, but they wouldnt listen. Anyone kno
w
>: of a good digital cordless phone in the $100-$150 range that has the voice
>: scrambling, sounds decent, and feels natural when you are using it. Just a
>: phone, it doesnt have to have answering machines, speaker phone, ect ... It

>: will be used with another phone/answering machine. Any help would be
>: appreciated, even if info on what brands to avoid. Please send e-mail if yo
u
>: can, my provider's newsfeed sucks and I probably miss 1/2 of everything tha
t
>: gets posted. Ill post a follow up if I get any good responses.
>
> Well from Ramsey Electronics they have this neat little kit for the voice
> scrambler part (for decoding with your scanner).  I have one and love it!
> I can listen to the two neighbors who have this voice scrambling on their
> phones and understand every word crystal clear!
>
> Would you like me to complement them on the high quality I enjoy listening
> to and ask which make/model?

If you're concerned about privacy, be sure to buy a cordless that uses
digital transmission.  Don't be fooled by phones that advertise a "digital
security code(s)" feature.  Make sure the phone is digital.  Spread
spectrum adds yet another level of protection against eavesdroppers...
but I don't think it's necessary.  The kit for "the voice scambler part"
Steven Bradley was talking about is probably just for 46/49MHz phones
that use a scheme called signal inversion.  That's the only kind of kit
I've even heard of--and Steven is the first guy who I've even heard CLAIM
he uses one, successfully or not.  If you care about security, go for a
digital phone.  I've yet to hear of a single credible report of people
intercepting digital cordless.  (I've seen a couple incredible totally
unconvincing reports, however... it seems some frustrated eavesdroppers
like to brag they can do things they either can't or haven't even tried--
but think they could if they really wanted to.)

--

Adrian Brandt
[phone] / [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (anonymous)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 04:06:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4hqhrn$[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Matt <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
>under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
>bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.
You should know better than to buy from those thieves!



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (TOM WAGNER, GURU OF OLD STUFF AND SUPREME COLLECTOR)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: 10 Mar 96 07:25:53 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hqhrn$[e-mail]>

In article <4hqhrn$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (anonymous) writes:
> Matt <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>>Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
>>under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
>>bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.
> You should know better than to buy from those thieves!
>
I bought a factory reconditioned Bel 900 mhz.  It was erratic, so I sent it
back.  It was replaced and the new one works great.  I have 2 acres of prop-
erty and have no problem anywhere.  I certainly have no hesitation of buying
a "factory reconditioned" one to save quite a few bucks.  Don't know about US
prices but reconditioned was about 150 Canadian "Duck Bucks".--
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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:55 1996
From: Richard Glidewell <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 13:13:13 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]>
To: "Richard M. Flood" <[e-mail]>

Of the several units I have used, the - believe it or not - Radio Shack
900MHz cordless is the best, both on range and clarity. It is a
spread-spectrum digital unit which is made, I believe, by Cobra. It
retails in the high $200s but they regularly put it on sale for $229.

Since it is Radio Shack, you can try it and return it if you don't like
it.

Dick G


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mr.CodeGrabber)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 1996 18:19:11 central
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>



>Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
>under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
>bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.


I said it before I'll say it again.....



Tropez.. Look to office depot!

I love the net.................Dooo.
Peace from us Fuckers in Canada.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 07:30:33 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Mr.CodeGrabber) wrote:

> >Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
> >under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
> >bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.
>
>
> I said it before I'll say it again.....
>
>
>
> Tropez.. Look to office depot!
>
> I love the net.................Dooo.
> Peace from us Fuckers in Canada.

My vote goes to the Tropez 900 NDX ($200 from APS Technologies and
probably lots of other companies). You can place calls from the handset
and the base; it's also got intercom capabilities between the two. Digital
voice scrambling, of course. I haven't tried mine out over a distance, but
I use it often to go from one room to another, including my basement
office, and it performs remarkably well. APS is 800-874-1343 (they also
happen to sell the best hard drive for the buck, IMHO).

--
Michael Alexander
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:59 1996
From: NewsRadio <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Merrifield VA tower
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 08:44:04 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hivvn$[e-mail]>

William Milliron wrote:
>
> I am interested to know if anyone out there lives near the rather
> large radio tower near the intersection of Lee Highway and Gallows
> Road in Merrifield/Vienna, VA.  I am within 2000 feet of it and I
> believe it is causing quite a lot of interference on my PRO-62 and
> (brand new!) AR8000.  I seem to be picking up commercial FM "echos"
> anywhere from 80.0 mhz to 120 mhz!
>
> I believe 105.9 and 106.7 FM transmit from this tower.  Does anything
> else?
>

Its been a couple of years since I visited Tysons Corners, but there used
 to be a large b'cast tower near there (near the subway train station)
which was the PBS tv station tower (I forget the call sign). But that was
a UHF station....

--
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       (((x)))
          |          "Waddya mean the tower doesnt meet the
          |         current CODE? Its been standing for 20 years!!??!!"
         /|\
       -------
CSA S37-1994 is in effect...does YOUR tower meet the new code?


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:00:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Heath)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: MMF SPAM ALERT -- DON'T BOTHER -- Re: ***AWESOME STUFF*** - yes.txt (1/1)
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 96 16:09:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4i1j7u$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Stupid jerk -- it's just "Make Money Fast" in UUE form........


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Erik Halstead)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Mobile Scanner legal in WA, OR, or CA??
Date: 7 Mar 1996 06:32:08 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hlvt8$[e-mail]>
References: <4gqt6p$[e-mail]> <4h14vh$[e-mail]> <4h5302$[e-mail]>

C. Wheeler ([e-mail]) wrote:
> It is perfectly legal in California to use a scanner in a vehicle for genera
l
> monitoring.  It is of course, illegal to use a scanner (mobile or otherwise)
 to avoid
> detection by the police or otherwise assist you in commiting a crime.

> In other words...technically...it is illegal to use a scanner to keep track
of police
> units so you can get with intentionally breaking traffic laws etc.

> That's probably true in all, or least most, states.


-----

In Oregon and Washington, scanners are perfectly legal for mobile uses,
unless being used to commit a crime.

erik <:*)




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: More FUN at Radio Shack......
Date: 7 Mar 1996 23:38:32 -0500
Message-ID: <4hodk8$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RICKCRIDER)

Another RS trick:
About a year ago on a routine visit to Radio Shack,  I browsed randomly
from computer to computer (the ones on display, not the sales counter) and
locked them all with a password.   I used the managers first name as the
password.  I call Norman (the manager) the next day and teasingly asked
him what he would pay for the password for all his computers.   He was
livid!   I'd known him for quite a while.   Best one I had pulled in quite
a while.   Naturally, I told him the key before the conversation was over.
   I've noticed in the meantime that they have programmed in there own
password for all their display models.   Perhaps a lesson learned.
Cordially:
Rick Crider
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: More FUN at Radio Shack......
Date: 8 Mar 1996 15:13:22 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hpiqi$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hodk8$[e-mail]>

> I used the managers first name as the password.

Other appropriate password possibilities:

salesdroid
questions
answers
names
addresses
overpriced
TSP

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave O'Neal)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Motorola Pocket Pagers
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 14:28:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4hmrhh$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Hal <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I am interested in information on how to re-program or clone
>digital pocket pagers. Any techincal information would be
>appreciated. In particular pagers used with "on-premis" based
>local paging applications.

>Thanks in advance.......Hal

Hi Hal,

MOST pagers are crystal controlled and require a tune-up when the
frequency is changed.  The cap code on a digital pager can usually be
changed easily.  Most have a "code plug" in the battery compartment
that can be changed very easily.  There are a few pagers that can be
programmed by a computer (both frequency and cap code).  If you could
let me know a model (Bravo, bpr-2000, etc.) or a model # I could tell
you more.

Dave O'Neal



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael T. Hodgson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Motorola Pocket Pagers
Date: 9 Mar 1996 17:21:34 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

95% of all motorola pagers use crystal based receiver boards...to change
the frequency, one must first determine if the new frequency falls within
the range of the present receiver board, and then if so change the crystal.

Most of the Bravo-Plus, Advisor, Memo Express, Express etc units use the
same board....earlier Bravo/AlphaBravo pagers use a board similar in
appearance but it is not compatible with the later pagers..(causes the
low battery indicator to appear) and the pagers will not work.....

Advisor pagers have four capcode slots..in the case of POCSAG formatted
pagers (most common) there are some rules that must be followed.......
POCSAG coding is made up of eight frames (numbered 0-7). In an advisor
capcodes in slots 1 and 2 must be in a like frame and capcodes in slots
3 and 4 must also be in a like frame yet not in the same frame as slots
1 and 2....the frame used in 3 and 4 must also be greater than the frame
used in slots 1 and 2 (confused yet?) typically paging companies will use
slots 3 and 4 for group call or mail drop (news) functions and use frame
7 capcodes (the highest frame) in these slots, therefore allowing any of
the codes in frames 0-6 to be used in slots 1 and 2 (because they are lower
than 7)........to determine the frame of the capcode do the following...

take the capcode in question and divide it by 8...ex: 1108750 / 8 = 138593.75
now take the numbers to the right of the decimal place ie: .75 and multiply
them back by 8 ex: .75 X 8 = 6.....this will give you a whole number from
1-7 and voila!..you now have the frame.......

This is not true for the newer flex protocols but they are not the most
widely used formats to date..

Hope that this helps

Mike

--
Mike - Raleigh, NC USA

Opinions expressed herein are my own and do not in any way
represent those of my employer.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:06 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Mike Baranowski <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Motorola Pocket Pagers
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 9 Mar 1996 07:18:42 GMT

In article <[e-mail]> william zdanowski,
[e-mail] writes:
>Re: Motorola Pocket Pagers

From what I've found out, most pager providers bulk-purchase the pagers
from
the manufacture supplied with the applicable freq. board.  This receiver
board can
be swapped.  I recently paid around $25 for a replacement receiver board.

The >latest< Advisor programming software does have a field for
Frequency, so I
called Moto in Florida and spoke with a receiver guy.

What I gather is that Bravo and Advisor receiver boards are
interchangeable.
Synthesized boards can be used in the Advisor, but must be programmed with
the latest version of their software.  Moto does sell 2 synthesized
receiver
boards, one for the 15x range and one for 93x range.  Ready, the price is
around $120...ouch!  While this is a little pricey, it does offer much
more
flexibility.

The Advisor is capable of handling 4 capcodes, but I heard that there are
mathematical limitations/restrictions....

-Mike Baranowski


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:06 1996
From: Hal <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Motorola Pocket Pagers
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 07:35:15 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I am interested in information on how to re-program or clone
digital pocket pagers. Any techincal information would be
appreciated. In particular pagers used with "on-premis" based
local paging applications.

Thanks in advance.......Hal



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (mark)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: National Electronics
Date: 6 Mar 1996 01:23:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4hipds$[e-mail]>

National Electronics will soon be adding Uniden Bearcat Scanners to there
lineup of products online. http://www.sound.net/~ne/
Add this to your bookmarks and check back often.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:08 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: NEED CASH? READ THIS!
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 03:15:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4hthkt$[e-mail]>
References: <4hs755$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
E-mail if interested






From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (KE4ZNR)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Need cell mod for BC 3000XLT
Date: 7 Mar 1996 00:00:41 -0500
Message-ID: <4hlqhp$[e-mail]>
References: <4hkn2r$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (KE4ZNR)

Robert,
The BC3000xlt cannot be moded to receive Cell in the normal 850-900Mhz
range...It is covered under ECPA and cannot be "unlocked". The mod
U saw is for a downconverter that takes Cell Harmonics and
Drops them in the 300Mhz range...It's basically a waste of $$$ because
the 3000 picks up cell harmonics in the 1005-1030Mhz range!!
Drop Me a line if U need more info :^)
Marshall Sherard  KE4ZNR        [e-mail]
Proud Member: N. Carolina Tarheel Scanner/Shortwave Group
(Also Proud BC3000xlt Owner!!!)


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Robert Barker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need cell mod for BC 3000XLT
Date: 6 Mar 1996 18:55:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4hkn2r$[e-mail]>

A friend got a BC3000 XLT at a pawn shop.  I remembered seeing a post on
here saying it could be done for $99.. who was that company and what are
the details.  Can it step in 30 khz steps?  Or one that will work?




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner.,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need Pro 2032 mods
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 21:11:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4hssad$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]


hello,

I need the squelch improvement mod and the beep elimination (if any)
for the Pro 2032 scanner.

Thanks!

Steve



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:11 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: New Jersey Turnpike
Date: 8 MAR 96 16:27:56 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hpf93$[e-mail]>

In a previous article, [e-mail](bigbands ) wrote:
->With all the snow activity today suggest listening to 159.18, very
->powerful, all repeaters; for snow plow teams
->
->[e-mail]

Also try 151.310 for Essex Co., NJ plow & salt crews. the "Snow Command".

Phil


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:12 1996
From: Gary H <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: On the cell freqs tonight
Date: 7 Mar 1996 10:07:30 GMT
Message-ID: <4hmch2$[e-mail]>

So I was listening to a two way conversation on the Cell freqs (imaginary
of course :) on my Yup mvt-7100.  Anyways, I can hear both sides clearly.
The lady on says "hold on", then I don't hear her again.  The enjoyment
dies as I am only getting 1 part of the conversation.  About 15 minutes
later, I hear a short burst of "zip zip zip" noise and the two way
conversation is back.  I know when listening to cell freq you may get
one sided conversation, but why did the above happen?

Thanks,
Gary



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave O'Neal)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: On the cell freqs tonight
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 03:19:27 GMT
Message-ID: <4hthf1$[e-mail]>
References: <4hmch2$[e-mail]>

Gary H <[e-mail]> wrote:

>So I was listening to a two way conversation on the Cell freqs (imaginary
>of course :) on my Yup mvt-7100.  Anyways, I can hear both sides clearly.
>The lady on says "hold on", then I don't hear her again.  The enjoyment
>dies as I am only getting 1 part of the conversation.  About 15 minutes
>later, I hear a short burst of "zip zip zip" noise and the two way
>conversation is back.  I know when listening to cell freq you may get
>one sided conversation, but why did the above happen?

>Thanks,
>Gary

Hi Gary,

  Actually, if all cell sites were operating at optimum, you would
NEVER hear the mobile side of the conversation.  The frequency you are
listening to is intended to transmit the phone audio to the mobile.
The mobile is on an entirely different frequency.  A special circuit
in the cellular company equipment attempts to remove the mobiles audio
from going out on the main channel.  They do this because; if the
mobile audio is repeated, then more noise is introduced to the
cellular phone.  There is no use in hearing "yourself" or your mobile
noise on your cell phone.  It's a bit hard to explain.  I hope you
were able to follow my ramblings.

Dave O'Neal



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:15 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: On the cell freqs tonight
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References: <4hmch2$[e-mail]> <4hthf1$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 18:56:50 GMT

Dave O'Neal ([e-mail]) writes:
> Hi Gary,
>
>   Actually, if all cell sites were operating at optimum, you would
> NEVER hear the mobile side of the conversation.  The frequency you are
> listening to is intended to transmit the phone audio to the mobile.
> The mobile is on an entirely different frequency.  A special circuit
> in the cellular company equipment attempts to remove the mobiles audio
> from going out on the main channel.  They do this because; if the
> mobile audio is repeated, then more noise is introduced to the
> cellular phone.  There is no use in hearing "yourself" or your mobile
> noise on your cell phone.  It's a bit hard to explain.  I hope you
> were able to follow my ramblings.
>
> Dave O'Neal
>

This is only true on some of the newer cell phones, and only to discourage
scanner buffs from listening in. All other phones (landline, cordless)
have the their own transmission repeated back to them.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:16 1996
From: NewsRadio <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Ontario Prince Edward County
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 15:24:08 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: Marg Eveleigh <[e-mail]>

Marg Eveleigh wrote:
>
> Other than the limited frequencies in Harteq does anyone know of a site
> that lists Prince Edward County frequencies??  Or perhaps has some?

Have a look at Ron Katz' page. Use my page below and follow the scanner
links..

--
--------------------------------------------
Southern Ontario Radio News & Broadcast
Engineering homepage:  www.interlog.com/~jmckay
LeBlanc homepage:      www.npsnet.com/leblanc
--------------------------------------------
       (((x)))
          |          "Waddya mean the tower doesnt meet the
          |         current CODE? Its been standing for 20 years!!??!!"
         /|\
       -------
CSA S37-1994 is in effect...does YOUR tower meet the new code?


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:17 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Marg Eveleigh)
Subject: Ontario Prince Edward County
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 22:12:28 GMT

Other than the limited frequencies in Harteq does anyone know of a site
that lists Prince Edward County frequencies??  Or perhaps has some?


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (James Lepphaille)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon FCC data CDROM
Date: 10 Mar 1996 22:03:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4hvjkb$[e-mail]>
References: <4hf4na$[e-mail]>

Joseph Testa ([e-mail]) wrote:

> For those of you who purchased PERCON FCC database for $37.00.  Be aware
> that even if you do a search to pull for a whole county, that some of the

Just a quick question.  I bought the Spectrum CD.  Any search takes around
10 min. on my 25mhz 4meg machine.  Is this normal?  I don't see any refrence
to search time in the documentation.

thanks

jim

--
                              [e-mail]

  "under the redwoods" Forestville CA, USA "100mi. North of San Francisco"


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:18 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pittsburgh Info ??
Date: 10 Mar 96 04:05:55 EDT
Message-ID: <4hu63c$[e-mail]>

Hello and Thanks for reading this.  I'm in need of a list of Pittsburgh
Fire Station locations and Station numbering system.    I'd like to include
this information on my homepage which I just got done updating, check it ou
and let me know how I can improve it Thanks -Dan-


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:19 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 2026 speed mod??
Date: 10 Mar 1996 05:58:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4htr28$[e-mail]>

Can anyone tell me if there are any mod for the 2026 (new). I'm interested in
faster scan rate but any other mod's would be appriciated.

Thanks
Mike KC5GJN


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:20 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: PRO 51 - How can you tell which have cellular ability.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hg09r$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 7 Mar 1996 21:23:02 GMT

>> I have read some mods for the PRO 51 scanner but I also understand that
>> not all models of the PRO 51 are cell modifiable. Can anyone tell me a
>> easy way to distinguish the cut-off date on models which have cell
>> ability?
>>
>> Thanks,
>>
>> Eddie Beverly
>=============================
>I know for a fact that date code of 7A4 Will do the mod!!!

>PRO-51s with a date code of 8A4 (August 1994) will be able to do all the test
> sequences with the exception that channel 23 will NOT contain a frequency in
> the cellular range. The other out-of-band frequencies will still be there.

>for more detail on Pro-51 Mods see below::
>http://flex.net/users/odium/pro51mod.txt

Is it possable to modify a Pro 51 made after August 94 by Physical means?



<tsb>
                               Midgard Graphics
           3D Animation and Special FX for the hobbyist videographer
                          Email: [e-mail]

--
          Drop into #amigacafe on IRC's undernet for a chat sometime

--

<tsb>

                     A man of many hobby's master of none.




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:21 1996
From: [e-mail](Matt Griffin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro-##  line question
Date: 3 Mar 1996 20:13:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4hcuh0$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]>

Hey folks!
  I have a question about the Radio Shack Pro-line scanners (ex.
Pro-51, Pro-26, etc).  Which is the newest and best?  Top of the line?
Thanks.  E-mail me if you could.
   --Matt Griffin


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:22 1996
Date: 8 Mar 1996 00:56:44 EDT
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Flint)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Pro-2037 Mods


TS>Does anybody know of any mods for the RS PRO-2037 scanner?

  I am also looking for mods to this scanner.
                                         Thanks,
                                                Flint
--
** Starship Sirius (NX-40911) -- Orbiter.Com -- http://WWW.Orbiter.Com



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-34 ?'s
Date: 6 Mar 1996 17:58:47 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hkjon$[e-mail]>
References: <4hkfa6$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Bob Zander) wrote:
>
>Hi all;
>
>A neighbor has a PRO-34 that he wants to sell me. There is no manual.
>I have two questions, any responce will be appreciated.

The PRO-34 was my first handheld scanner.  Bought it new in August, 1989,
and it's still going strong.  A little slow by today's standards, but it
gets the job done.


>1. How much is this thing worth?

Assuming it's in good shape, $100-150, and probably closer to $125


>  2. Is it restorable? The model number is worn, but it looks like it
>   ends with 20-135.

Yes.  ALL PRO-34's are restorable.  It involves a little bit of work...
you have to desolder the antenna connector, disassemble the scanner, and
cut the diode, but it most certainly is capable of full 800Mhz reception.



-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-
 KF4DDM



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-37 Mods
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 21:06:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4hss0d$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Kenneth G. Bigley) wrote:

>I would like to know if any modification
>information exists on the RS Pro-37 200 Channel Scanner.  I saw a very
>detailed list of modifications on the RS Pro-34 posted today and was wonderin
g
>if anything like that might exist for the Pro-37.  Thanks for taking time to
>read this post!

There is amod for cellular expansion and audio improvement.
Bill Cheek's mod books are a good source. If I can find it, I'll post
the cell mod.

Steve



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:26 1996
From: eddieb@[149.168.60.31]sips.state.nc.us (Eddie Beverly)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-51 - Manufactured 12-93 but unable to modify.
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 03:26:49 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Just for everyones general information I happened to locate a PRO-51
in my local Radio Shack store with the date 12A3 (Dec. 1993) stamped
on the back. I though since the date was prior to the generally
accepted cut off of March 1994 (good on most PRO-43's) it may be
cellular modifable. Guess again. Test Mode 1 (2,9,L/Out key) did
nothing on this scanner. The other test modes (Test Mode 2, etc.) did,
however, work fine.

I would be interested in hearing the manufacture dates of other
peoples PRO-51's who have successfully modified their scanner with the
simple keypad method.

I appreciate any responses or helpful tips.

Still Searching,

Eddie Beverly


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:28 1996
From: "Kevin S. Davis" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-51 - Manufactured 12-93 but unable to modify.
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 20:19:15 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Eddie Beverly wrote:
>
> Just for everyones general information I happened to locate a PRO-51
> in my local Radio Shack store with the date 12A3 (Dec. 1993) stamped
> on the back. I though since the date was prior to the generally
> accepted cut off of March 1994 (good on most PRO-43's) it may be
> cellular modifable. Guess again. Test Mode 1 (2,9,L/Out key) did
> nothing on this scanner. The other test modes (Test Mode 2, etc.) did,
> however, work fine.
>
> I would be interested in hearing the manufacture dates of other
> peoples PRO-51's who have successfully modified their scanner with the
> simple keypad method.
>
> I appreciate any responses or helpful tips.
>
> Still Searching,
>
> Eddie Beverly

Try setting the test mode for the display test, then prior to the
display test completing(it starts left and proceeds right) press
2,9,MONI.  This should unlock 888.xxx.  You can direct scan from there.


Regards -KSD-


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Hannigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-51 - Manufactured 12-93 but unable to modify.
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 23:03:33 PST
Message-ID: <4hln80$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
eddieb@[149.168.60.31]sips.state.nc.us says...
>
>Just for everyones general information I happened to locate a PRO-51
>in my local Radio Shack store with the date 12A3 (Dec. 1993) stamped
>on the back. I though since the date was prior to the generally
>accepted cut off of March 1994 (good on most PRO-43's) it may be
>cellular modifable. Guess again. Test Mode 1 (2,9,L/Out key) did
>nothing on this scanner. The other test modes (Test Mode 2, etc.) did,
>however, work fine.
>
>I would be interested in hearing the manufacture dates of other
>peoples PRO-51's who have successfully modified their scanner with the
>simple keypad method.

I have one dated 1A6 and it ALMOST works.  It will store all the test
frequencies except the one 23 which is 888.96MHz.  It does, howver, give
me 66.450, 76.825, and 87.425MHz which are not normally available on the
scanner.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Hannigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-51 and PRO-2035
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 22:54:51 PST
Message-ID: <4hlmns$[e-mail]>

Does anyone know if there is a cellular mod to either of these scanners?
I have the newer PRO-51 and when you do the keypad test mode (turn on with
2,9, and L/out held down), it inserts all the test frequencies that it is
supposed to EXCEPT 888.96 MHz!

I also heard that there may be a mod available for the 2035.

Any Ideas???

Mike



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Hannigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-51 MODS PLEASE!!!
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 96 22:57:42 PST
Message-ID: <4hlmt0$[e-mail]>
References: <4hbief$[e-mail]>

ME TOO!!




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:31 1996
From: Dave Ferguson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro43 Bad Key Need Help!
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 96 20:10:22 PDT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>


> My Pro43 has one key "3" that won't do anything.
> I have tried to clean the pad and the board, but
> it hasn't solved the problem.  Any ideas would be appreciated.
> The opinions expressed are my own.
> G.V. Bochanski, Jr.
> [e-mail]

It might be time for a new keypad.  There is a metallic paste
on the back of each key which wears out with use.  I had the
same problem with my Pro-39 but with several keys.  I ordered
a new keypad from Radio Shack for $5 and my scanner was as good
as new.

Regards,

-----------------------------------------------------
Dave Ferguson      "The problem with common sense
[e-mail]     is that it's not too common!"
Durham, NC
-----------------------------------------------------



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:32 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Dana Adams)
Subject: problem with Uniden 9200
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Dana Adams)
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 1996 08:16:37 GMT


I own a Uniden 9100 and 9200.  With both phones, I have experienced very
short battery life.  The manual indicates an average talk time of around
three hours.  I have never gotten more than 45 minutes out of a full
charge.  I bought the phones with extra batteries, I run the batteries to
exhaustion, then switch the fresh ones in.
I even had the store send me two new batteries, there is no difference.

So, others out there with these phones, have you had similiar problems?
Did you return them, if so what happened?

Other than this problem, the phone's performance is phenomenol.  It has
extremely good range, and is very clear.

Please email me any responses.  Thanks

Dana
--
333


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Kolb)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: R-7000 RIT?
Date: 8 Mar 1996 16:18:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4hpmkd$[e-mail]>
References: <4ho5cs$[e-mail]>

Steve Benkoski ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I would like any information about adding RIT to my R-7000. Any ideas?
:                                       Mark KA4JVY

I guess I don't understand the question - the R-7000 is a
receiver only- why would you want Receive Incremental Tuning?
Can't you just turn the dial a little?



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Benkoski)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: R-7000 RIT?
Date: 8 Mar 1996 02:18:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4ho5cs$[e-mail]>

I would like any information about adding RIT to my R-7000. Any ideas?
                                      Mark KA4JVY


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:34 1996
From: jay vise <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: 6 Mar 1996 08:19:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4hjhrd$[e-mail]>
References: <4f5puj$[e-mail]> <4g2g44$[e-mail]> <4gcngb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmehm$[e-mail]>,<4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h98jh$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>


>
>Hey Ralph Nader, guess what, Speed is NOT a leading cause of accidents,
>in fact it's not even in the top ten

Please list the Top Ten, then.
--              ^^^ ^^^
   _________________________
  /        Jay Vise        /
 /    [e-mail]   /
/________________________/




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:35 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 17:09:09 GMT

jay vise ([e-mail]) wrote:

: >
: >Hey Ralph Nader, guess what, Speed is NOT a leading cause of accidents,
: >in fact it's not even in the top ten

Going too fast for ***conditions** is probably a leading cause of
accidents.   However, for example, going 85mph on a clear day on a
lightly-trafficked interstate is probably safe.  This type of driving
by itself is probably not a major contributor to accidents.  Who know, it
might even reduce accidents cause the drivers are on the road for less time.

However, speed laws are almost universally set by a posted sign.  The
"safe and reasonable speed" laws are extinct.   Most drivers, by
instinct, know what a safe speed is.  Sometimes, a safe speed is more
than the posted limit; many times it is less.  Law enforcement takes
advantage of drivers who are for the most part exceeding the **posted**
limit while still driving safely.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:36 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio News 3/5/96
Date: 5 Mar 1996 22:57:01 -0700
Message-ID: <4hj9fd$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

LMPS -- Motorola, a Partner-level sponsor of the 1996 Centennial
Olympic Games, is providing an FM two-way radio communications system
for The Orlando Soccer Organizing Committee (OSOC).  The system will
provide critical communications support for OSOC, which is responsible
for managing six consecutive days of Olympic soccer competition in
Orlando, Fla., July 20 through July 25.  OSOC, an organization formed
by Florida Citrus Sports in conjunction with The Atlanta Committee for
the Olympic Games (ACOG), the City of Orlando and Orange County, Fla.,
approached Motorola with a request for a wireless communications
solution to assist in event management during the Orlando Olympic
Games soccer competition this Summer.  Motorola responded with an
advanced two-way radio system that will support more than 200 two-way
radios.  To ensure optimal performance, Motorola will also provide
system training services for OSOC staff and volunteers. For additional
information, contact the
World Wide Web at:  http://www.mot.com/Sponsors/Olympic.  /Motorola
Press Release/



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack
Date: 10 Mar 1996 04:13:44 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4htkto$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

>Give the store credit.  They are the first american retail outet to sell
any
>kind of ham radio equipment in 25 years.
>
>73  John

Yeah...now any idiot with $200 can walk to the corner, get an HT with no
questions asked, and bootleg on 2-meters.  Wonder if that's a good part
of the reason why we have so many problems with fake calls, repeater
jammers, and unidentified stations repeatedly dialing "9-1-1" on our
autopatch lately?

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-
 KF4DDM



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack
Date: 11 Mar 1996 04:33:29 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i0aep$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4htkto$[e-mail]> <4hvmo1$[e-mail]>

>Uh...Drew...what about the booming newsgroup "rec.radio.swap"?  I can
get
>literally ANYTHING I want from there.

Right...but the key here is easy accessibility.  What are the chances of
finding someone in your neighborhood on rec.radio.swap with an HTX-202
for sale?

I'm not saying that Radio Shack is wrong for not requiring proof-of-
license.  Personally, I think such a requirement would be burdensome,
unfair, and next to impossible to enforce.  But the fact that Radio Shack
is selling 2-meter radios that work right out-of-the-box makes them far
more accesssible to those who might abuse them, or use them illegally.

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-
 KF4DDM



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:40 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Radio shack Freq Counter HELP
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hhsmh$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 07:44:55 GMT


 Tom Brusoe ([e-mail]) writes:
> Hello, I have recived a Radio shack Freq counter and I have very little
> idea as to what it is designed to do. I tried to pick up my cordless
> phone (had the nob set to 50mhz) I got nothing, I tried to recieve
> Mcdonalds drive through nothing again. Can I hook up an external ant.
> maybee run in serial with my scannetrs ext ant? any help would be
> greatly appreciated.

 Don't even try cordless phones or any other such low power transmitter on
 your frequency counter. The signal strength from your local TV and Radio
 stations are probably stronger than the field generated by your cordless
 phone, ditto for McDonalds drive through. Your best bet testing it out
 would be to go to a nearby mall and pick up the security guards or
 something. Remember your frequency counter only picks up the strongest
 signals out of the thousands of frequencies being transmitted all around you.






From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack HI-CAPACI
Date: Tue,  5 Mar 1996 05:25:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

MM>From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
MM>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
MM>Subject: Re: Radio Shack HI-CAPACITY rechargeables
MM>Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 07:11:33 GMT
MM>Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
MM>Organization: The National Capital FreeNet


MM>Rhymepayz ([e-mail]) writes:
MM>>
MM>>      They seem to last longer, but I havent compared the two very
MM>> carefully. On a recent trip to RS, a salesman friend talked me into buyin
g
MM>> them. He also said that even if you don't get much MORE use out of them
MM>> (minutes), they can be recharged and drained more times than a standard
MM>> rechargeable battery, so I guess it pays off either way.
MM>>

MM>The High capacity batteries are 0.85 amp hours vs 0.65 amp hours for the
MM>regular ones. So of course you will get more use per recharge. Could this
MM>be another RS salesman not knowing what he's talking about and just trying
MM>to get the sale? I think so.


The more recharges line is BS. However, as hard as it is to believe, Radio
Shack does sell a premium Nicad. They are made by Saft. You should charge
them a bit longer to reach full capacity.

 * SLMR 2.1a * MAO: POLITAL POWER COMES FROM THE BARREL OF A GUN


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack PRO-2026 SOLD!
Date: 8 Mar 1996 00:36:56 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hnvf8$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnnmr$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Bobby Raymer) wrote:
>
>Thanks too everyone that read my listing of the Radio Shack PRO-2026
>Scanner i listed,The Scanner is SOLD!.


Who's the poor sucker that paid $190 for the same scanner they could have
purchased NEW for $149?

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 6 Mar 1996 16:08:48 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hkdag$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <4hdqe0$[e-mail]> <4hgotp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

> I might be tempted, in this case, to pick up a VERY
>expensive item, glance at my watch a few times and act impatient, then
>set it down and walk out before the droid gets to me.

Use the most expensive "sale-item' that you can find.  (The monthly
"sales-items" are usually out front, as opposed to being behind the
counter.)

Handheld scanners and ham radios are particularily good for this type of
thing.

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:44 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 8 Mar 1996 04:13:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hoc5e$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hlftq$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Arthur Pharter) wrote:

>
>There is no reason NOT to expect answers and I mean correct ones, we customer
s
>are asked to drop $100 plus on their products...  While it may be unreasonabl
e
>to ask the sales dude how to build a scanner, it is not to much to expect tha
t
>he/she/droid could discuss band width, freq ranges, etc....
>
>A. Pharter
>
=====================

 Actually, there is such a reason.
When you, as a scanner hobbyist, walk into Radio Shack, why do you expect
that salesperson to know about not only *your* hobby in deatail, but the
hobby of all others who walk in? Band width? Are you kidding? How long did
it take *you* to know the bandwidth of *your* scanner?
And, of course, that same salesperson should be able to answer the
audiophile when he asks for the roll-off characteristics if a certain
stereo. And describe the lobe pattern of the TV antenna for the TV user.
And the security code depth for the cordless phone buyer.

It ain't gonna happen. No way. And to expect all this is unreasonable.

SO, what should we expect? How about enough so that when a newbie walks
in, the salesperson can explain what a scanner *is*, and what it will do
in general terms. In the Radio Shacks I've been in, the salespeople can
usually do that, if they've been there for a while. But, guess what? Like
most low-paying jobs, the turnover is high.

So, what to do?
Learn about the scanners from here, not there. Realize that you know more
about scanners than they do.
And realize, too, that there are many people here who can ask *you*
questions that *you* can't answer, and realize that that's not a failure
on your part.

And, of course, thank your lucky stars that you don't have to work at
Radio Shack ;-).

Bill



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:45 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 9 Mar 1996 10:10:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4hrlds$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <4hdqe0$[e-mail]> <4hgotp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Steve Work) wrote:
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Path:
news.cis.okstate.edu!news.ecn.uoknor.edu!news.uoknor.edu!news.nodak.edu!netnew
s1.nwnet.net!news.u.washington.edu!uw-beaver!nntp.cs.ubc.ca!unixg.ubc.ca!van-b
c!news1.io.org!chi-news.cic.net!nntp.coast.net!howland.reston.ans.net!ix.netco
m.com!netcom.com!slwork
>From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
>Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
>Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
>Organization: NETCOM On-line Communication Services (408 261-4700 guest)
>X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL1]
>References: <[e-mail]>
<4h0q1u$[e-mail]> <4hdqe0$[e-mail]>
<4hgotp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
>Date: Tue, 5 Mar 1996 17:02:54 GMT
>Lines: 13
>Sender: [e-mail]
>Status: N
>
>Reverend Tweek ([e-mail]) wrote:
>
>: >Why dont you try telling them you dont want to give your name instead of
>: >giving them a hard time for doing their job.
>
>: Better than that...  if they ask a second time, they lose the sale.
>
>I have no trouble saying "no" when they ask for my name.  However,
>inevitably there are three morons in line ahead of me who will
>painstakingly give whatever data the salesdroid requests, just to buy a
>couple of batteries.  I might be tempted, in this case, to pick up a VERY
>expensive item, glance at my watch a few times and act impatient, then
>set it down and walk out before the droid gets to me.


Thats fine too!


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Hondo)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 7 Mar 1996 18:45:42 GMT
Message-ID: <4hnasm$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I am too an employee of Radio Shack (9281).  All previously stated about
the lack of knowledge from the employees and lack in incentives is all
true.  Radio Shack, has, in the last few years, started to stress the
sales part of the job - not the knowledge.  Somebody mentioned about
having an extensive electronic background - thats is not what Radio
Shack wants.  They are into sales.

Yes, the basic certification tests are just basic knowledge or common
sense.  I am fully certified.  The only reward I get is that I dont
a DM (district manager) breathing down my neck.

This latest advertising campain "You've got Questions.." is just that,
an advertising campain.  RS seems to have a way of misleading people in
their advertisments.   ANY retail company would LOVE to have people walk
into their store and aska question.  A customer question = potiental
sale. Also, the advertisment campain never promises that we would give
you the RIGHT answer - just an answer.

For some reason the comsumer holds RS to a different expectations than
other electronic stores.  I know when an item is purchased from say,
Sear, Circuit City, Best Buy etc, if they have a problem with it, what
do they do? either live with it or call RS.  Why does RS have to be the
Tech support for the rest of the world?

On the incentive side. well, for me it aint the money.  As I am only
part time employee and full time student, the draw is that it is a
convient job.
--
***********************************************************************
 "[Bull Riding] is like gettin' in your car and drivin' down the
 freeway at 70 miles an hour, and chunkin' the steering wheel out the
 window" -   Robert Earl Keen Jr.
***********************************************************************
Hondo                      [e-mail]
                http://acs.tamu.edu/~tjg9622/home.htm



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:48 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hlftq$[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 19:36:55 GMT

Bill Funk  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>[e-mail] (Arthur Pharter) wrote:
>>
>>There is no reason NOT to expect answers and I mean correct ones,
>
> Actually, there is such a reason.
>When you, as a scanner hobbyist, walk into Radio Shack, why do you expect
>that salesperson to know about not only *your* hobby in deatail,

Then Radio Shack should NOT be saying "You have questions, We have answers."

BTW:  Radio Shack is not the first to use the above bullsh** motto.  Back
around ten years ago, a bay area television station station used the
exact same line for their newscast.  (They too, did not have all the
answers... nor were they correct.)

Another TV station had the "THEY have xxx, WE have xxx" (xxx=choppers,
reporters, whatever) and then "We have xxx, They don't."  (Got in front
of me right now, a KRON postcard  "They got postcards, We got Postcards.)
Meanwhile, KGO radio, the talk radio station in the Bay Area, started
their own counter-campaign "You've got questions, so do we"... probably
more truthfull that the original.

Radio Shack: You've got questions, We can BS.



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ron Cates II)
Subject: RE. Pro 43 question
Date: 7 Mar 96 04:46:52 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

The model number scanner you have IS able to be modified
in many ways including cellular.  If your serial number begins with
an A or B, the unit is not able to be modified. The PRO-43 was one of
the best performing
scanners RS ever manufactured. I'd hold on to it.
Good Luck!


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Snyder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Red Cross Freqs
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 23:36:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4hl7jp$[e-mail]>
References: <4hj2s6$[e-mail]>

On 6 Mar 1996 04:04:22 -0000, you wrote:

> Can anyone give me the AM. Red Cross Freqs

47.42 MHz is the Nationwide Coordination Channel.  It is a Special
Emergency frequency.  This is the only exclusive American Red Cross
frequency.  Most chapters are assigned a secondary freq in the 47-48
MHz range.  Beyond that, many chapters have local arrangements,
perhaps UHF or amateur emergency back-up.  There are also countless
arrangements and agreements for interconnectivity with allied agencies
at the local, state and national levels.

Check with your chapter communications chairman for local information.



--
73 -- Bill  AA6KC
        Internet: [e-mail]
        Packet: AA6KC @ WB6WFH.#SOCA.CA.USA.NOAM
        Fax: [phone]



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rod Tramontin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Red Cross Freqs
Date: 6 Mar 1996 04:04:22 -0000
Message-ID: <4hj2s6$[e-mail]>

 Can anyone give me the AM. Red Cross Freqs
                                          THANKS
                                              Rod Tramontin


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:51 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Regency R806 Scan speed
Date: 7 Mar 1996 03:55:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlmn3$[e-mail]>

Here's a simple and effective modification to increase the scan speed for the
Regency R-806 crystal
scanner.

The processor is driven by a 4.000 mhz crystal that is located at the edge of
the pc board, next to the
process I.C.   It is marked X102.

By replacing X102 with a 6.400 mhz crystal, the scan speed increases significa
ntly.  Our crude method
of figuring scan speed yielded 12.8 channels per second before modification an
d 21.4 channels per
second after this mod was done.

Gerry - G & G Communications
[e-mail]

Standard disclaimers apply.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:52 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve)
Subject: Req: Freqs for Memphis, TN area.  Thanks!
Message-ID: <3a7cc$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 17:28:10 GMT






From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (Allen Currin jr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: REQ: NCHP freqs
Date: 7 Mar 1996 16:10:22 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hn1pe$[e-mail]>

I recently moved to Salisbury, NC. and I'm looking for highway patrol
freqs.  I have all the 42.XX mhz freqs that are published in Police Call
and The Frequency Almanac. All I hear is the base station. I can't get
any mobiles. I've heard the dispatcher refer to a "high band" but I can't
find these freqs. I have a Pro-2006 and a RS discone on a 35ft mast. I
live near I-85 so I should be able to hear the mobiles. If anyone has the
"high band" or mobile relay freqs please post or email.

Thanks,
-
  ALLEN CURRIN JR  [e-mail]




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:55 1996
From: vv <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: S.D.P.D  ON 800 MHZ.  NO FUN.
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 03:46:02 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Now that S.D.P.D and S.D.F.D are on 800 mhz. it`s
no fun to listen, It`s just a mess, Is there any way
to follow there or can i modify on of my scanners, I
own a BC. 8500, 8100, 200 xlt, and a RS. pro 46, and
pro 2004, Any input ia appericiated, Thanks.



Mike Varvaro
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Richard Green)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Scanner that covers 0-5 MHZ and 950-1450MHz?
Date: 2 Mar 1996 21:09:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4hade0$[e-mail]>

I am looking for a scanner that covers 0-5 mhz and 950-1450 in NARROW AND WIDE

FM

email me if you know of a low/mid cost scanner in this region

at

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ben Saladino)
Subject: Scanning the Dallas/Fort Worth Area
Date: 7 Mar 96 01:07:44 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

Anyone interested,

I've started a homepage with scanning information for the Dallas/Fort
Worth Texas area.       I'll try to keep it up to date with local scanning
news and changes, and offer some features or focuses on certain
agencies.  Please take a look, and let me know what you think.

http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/Ben_Saladino/

Thanks,
Ben Saladino, KC5IRJ


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Soren Ragsdale)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Signal-hopping trunk?
Date: Fri, 08 Mar 1996 14:09:24 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Tucson has some activity in the non-cellular 800Mhz range (859.1 & 862.1,
for instance), and police call registers it as trunked activity.  The
strange thing is that I _always_ seem to catch the last second of the
call, and it's followed by four beeps.  Are there any new trunking system
which, instead of assigning a channel for an entire conversation, hops
between several channels to make them more difficult to scan?

--
February is Potato Cruelty Month!
Soren Ragsdale - [e-mail]
http://www.emerald.net/soren/home.html


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:01:59 1996
From: Frankie Ng <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Singapore Frequency?
Date: 7 Mar 1996 13:15:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4hmnhp$[e-mail]>
References: <4gsquj$[e-mail]> <4hkvt9$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Are you trying to find faults with me? Since you cannot offer any help,
then forget it and why must you bring up again?[e-mail]





From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas ~ WA6IGJ)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Singapore Frequency?
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 21:24:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4hkvt9$[e-mail]>
References: <4gsquj$[e-mail]>

Frankie Ng <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Please email me for the Singapore police and fire department frequency.

>Need it urgently for my graduation project!

>Any help will be appreciated by me deeply.

>Thanks.

New major Frankie?... Last time your graduation project was PAGER Decoding?
Same Franike, right?   (10 email messages later and wiser)...

Tony





From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:04 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Son of 2006
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: Scott Richardson <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 13:32:02 GMT
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

cindy Trice wrote:
> I'm not being ignorent, but the only scanner that could be the brother
> of the 2006 nolonger exist. it was the Pr0-37 handheld.
> this handheld used the same cpu as the 2006, but could only access
> 1/2 of the cpu. any other mods that could be done on the 2006 in
> theory could also be done on the Pr0-37.

I don't think the PRO-37 qualifies as being the brother (half brother or
distant cousin, maybe) of the 2006.  The PRO-37 is a dual conversion
receiver, does not have the frequency coverage that the 2006 has, does
not have user-selectable am-fm receive modes, etc., etc.   The PRO-43
comes much
closer to being the brother of the 2006 than the 37 ever did.


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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SCN User)
Subject: Speedtrap locations available on Web.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (SCN User)
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 1996 00:40:56 GMT


I recently became aware of a site with speedtrap and patrol car info.

For those interested, the URL is    http://www.speedtrap.com/speedtrap

Kerwin

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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:06 1996
From: Pj Manganiello <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Strange Guts in BC200XLT -- Modable??
Date: 10 Mar 1996 14:30:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4hup28$[e-mail]>
References: <4hqgpu$[e-mail]>

Well, Hmmm..., I think that the "A" that you are refering to is the
addendum to the old CPU and therefore you are better off not "Snipping
Anything".  The newer scanners have newer CPU's that will not let the
scanner even be modifiable to catch cellular.  I'm not any expert on this
but after having BILL CHEEK bust me about getting a Pro-51 from Radio
Shack, and after checking out this newsgroup for 6 mos., you learn to pick
this up....


                    Later,
                           MangO ;}



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Neil Leipziger)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Strange Guts in BC200XLT -- Modable??
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 03:54:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4hqvbt$[e-mail]>
References: <4hqgpu$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Atkins) wrote:

>I had to pop the cover off the BC200XLT and have a look.  I read the mod
>file for it and it seems easy enough...just clip one 10k leadless resistor.
>Strange things I found.  Also, I noticed on the back cover of the unit,
>there is a grey sticker that says, "REFURBISHED PRODUCT 6/94".  Hmm.

>Instead of the "UNIDEN UC-1147" CPU, I found the "UNIDEN UC-1147A" CPU.
>Note the "A" after 1147.  There was no "brown-black-orange leadless
>resistor positioned above the letters 'DEN' on the IC" as noted in the
>mod text, but rather two different little components that could have been
>resistors, I am not sure.  One was all tan, and the other (same size) was
>black with the tiny numbers "103" on it.  Neither was exactly over the
>"DEN" in "UNIDEN" relative to the CPU.  Needless to say, I didn't cut
>either one of them, but rather put the thing back together.

>Hrmmph.  Well, does anyone know what the deal is?  Anyone have this
>experience?  Is there an updated mod?  Another thing is that it receives
>images of cellular in the 895-915 range for some reason.  Bob P had an
>explanation of it.  Anyway, I would like to restore the cell 800 range
>rather than just have images.  Any ideas?

>[e-mail]

The resistor in question is a 10k surface mount device.  It may say
"104" on the top of it.  No color coding on this resistor, though.

                        Regards.... Neil



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:09 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail]
Subject: Re: SW Frequencies for ConEd, LILCO
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 8 Mar 1996 23:46:36 GMT
References: <4h0grh$[e-mail]>


Jeff, I am the Electronic and Communications supervisor for the New York Power

Pool in Guilderland ( Albany ) NY. and I actually work for Lilco. The freqs
you mentioned are used for the New York Power Pools HF SSB Emergency
communications Network. All Power Company Control centers in NYS are part of
the Network. CE,LILCO,OR,RGE,CH,NMP,NYSEG, and NYPPA. tests are usually
conducted Tuesday evenings about 1900 Hrs. The Network is about to be
dismantled with a diverse land line set up. (HA HA HA ).

All radios are Motorola Micoms running aprx 125 watts PEP and Long wire ants
with Auto Ant tuners.

Well, Need anymore info?... Ernie ko2e@ capital.net



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:10 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Gary Gonzalez <[e-mail]>
Subject: Test
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
To: All
Date: Wed, 6 Mar 1996 19:24:57 GMT



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ken Koller)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: test
Date: 5 Mar 1996 20:22:58 -0800
Message-ID: <4hj3v2$[e-mail]>


--
Ken Koller
[e-mail]
"Be excellent to each other"
                -- Bill S. Preston, esq.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ll pix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trunking Frequencies
Date: 8 Mar 1996 13:12:39 -0500
Message-ID: <4hptan$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Ll pix)

Or you may be to far away.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:12 1996
From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trunking Frequencies
Date: Wed, 06 Mar 1996 16:06:17 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Sean P. Watts wrote:
>
> I have just started listening to trunking frequencies and have been
> having some difficulty picking them up.  Sometimes I can hear voices but
> they are very faint and lots of static.  I think it's just that my
> antenna and where I live is what's causing it.  Does anybody have any
> ideas on how to make it more understandable.  THANKS!!!

Could not tell from your posting what frequencies you are referring to, since
technically, any radio system, regardless of frequency range, can be trunked.

However since most trunked systems happen in the 800MHz range, that's what I'l
l
assume.

The transmissions you hearing are faint and scratchy likely because:

1. You do not have the appropriate antenna to pick up those frequencies.  You
may have a "scanner antenna" but if it is not designed and tuned with those
frequencies in mind, you can expect mediocre results.  Try hooking up a
cellphone antenna to your scanner (like a magnet mount or clip-on one), you ca
n
get the appropriate antenna convertor (cellular connector to scanner's BNC) at

radio shack for a buck or so.  Your reception should be a LOT better.

2. The other reason is that you are perhaps not picking up the repeater
outputs, but rather the mobile input frequencies.  They are always weaker
because they do not have the advantage of height (cell towers have the
advantage of height), plus the cell towers usually have more powerful
transmitters therefore better coverage.

3. You may be in a location (like inside a metal building) that is giving you
reception problems.  Got to a second story (or higher) floor, your reception
should improve.

Mike
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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Zawodny   WD8DZB)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trunking Friendly Scanner - Possible ?
Date: 8 Mar 1996 09:44:02 -0700
Message-ID: <4hpo4i$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Ed Epstein <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Does anyone in the industry know if scanners with the ability to follow
>computer signals from trunking radio systems will ever be available?
>Down here in Broward County Florida it's no longer fun to try to listen
>to the scanner because there are at least 25 frequencies and it is
>impossible to monitor local areas there is so much traffic.

Ed,

        I work on a Motorola Trunked Radio System for the City of Toledo, Ohio
and we have set up regular trunked radios as scanners.

        Limited scan is even available on the older STX portables for 5/6
talkgroups per personality.

        My STX is currently set up for 6 different personalities ( police,
fire, utilities, management, service, and police/fire mixed), so I can
go where the action is!

        On a Motorola system,  lots of information not readily available to
the public, is required to do this.

        And then there is the System  Key...

        It is also possible to do the same on the higher tier Maxtracs
(C5/C6's)..

        This does make for a pricey scaner even IF you could get someone to
program it for you, and they can remotely kill it at any time with
just a few keystrokes :-(

        If you could somehow get a regular scanner to do what you want,  you
would then be pounced upon by Motorola's Corporate Legal Staff who
would surely accuse you of violating their "Intellectual Property"...

Does this help any?

Dave





From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:15 1996
From: [e-mail](Martin Toomajian )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Unattended AM Radio Recording
Date: 4 Mar 1996 23:23:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hfu1l$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Paul Hem)
writes:
>
>I need equipment reccomendations for unattended recording of AM radio
>programs. There are several 3 hour shows per day which I would like to
>record. How do I go about this. It seems that everything out in
>consumer-land is designed for TV! Thanks.
>

One of the ways to do this is to buy a recorder with dual wells and
relay record and a timer switch.  I know of only one, the Kenwood 6070.
 The recorder can then be hooked to a radio or receiver and the
receiver and cassette combo to a timer.

This will allow you to record one 4 hour show (on both sides of two
C120 cassettes).  Or if the programs you wish to record are on the same
station you can record say two 2 hour shows.

The hard thing may be to find a suitable timer.  I have a nice Radio
Shack timer which has been discontinued.

Then again the hardest thing may be to find time to listen to several 3
hour shows.  Or even more to the point,if these are talk shows, how do
you plan to remain sane??

Marty


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Nelson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Use TV Antenna for Scanner?
Date: 3 Mar 1996 06:11:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4hbd5k$[e-mail]>
References: <4glkc6$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gvfkf$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Glenn Hansen ([e-mail]) wrote:
: > Also, the 75/50 ohm issue is not important.

: For receiving this seems to hold true.

: > Even for transmitting, the
: >75/50 ohm mismatch is acceptable at low power levels.

: I suppose, especially if you don't want to get any signal out. The lower the

: power level the less you have left over after losses.  Antenna matching when

: transmitting is important and keeping the power low just decreases the damag
e.

Bah!  I usually agree with what  you write, but the above is trash.

A 75/50 ohm mismatch will produce a VSWR of 1.5:1 - perfectly acceptable even
with high power transmitters. Even at VHF frequencies, the loss is going to
be a few percent greater than for perfectly matched coax.

There is no way that such a mismatch is going to harm a transmitter.

I have run a 6:1 mismatch on low loss feeder, and the signal was just as
strong as with perfectly matched coax. Of course, with that great a mismatch,
I had to use a tuner - or my transmitter would not have loaded well. That
would have reduced the final's efficiency, and possibly caused harm at high
power levels. It would not have hurt at low power.

Bill


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:18 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Use TV Antenna for Scanner?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References: <4glkc6$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gvfkf$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4h7rvt$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 4 Mar 1996 19:22:40 GMT

"C. Wheeler" ([e-mail]) writes:
>
> While you will proabably see an increase in signal strength over a rubber du
ck with a
> TV antenna...  Cross polarization can cause up to 20 dB of attenuation - whi
ch of
> course translates into 1/100th of signal you could be getting if you had pol
arize
> correctly.

That's exactly what the question was: Can I use a TV antenna to get better
reception. YES! You could have a loss of 20 db (in a perfect environment)
but many high gain TV antenna's make up for it by adding 25 to 30db gain.




From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Horak)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Use TV Antenna for Scanner?
Date: 6 Mar 1996 13:08:48 -0600
Message-ID: <4hkns0$[e-mail]>
References: <4glkc6$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gvfkf$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4h7rvt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarke
y) writes:

>"C. Wheeler" ([e-mail]) writes:
>>
>> While you will proabably see an increase in signal strength over a
>> rubber duck with a TV antenna...

Probably?  How about definitely!  Unless you are talking 800 MHz where
it could go either way depending on several factors.

>> Cross polarization can cause up to 20 dB of attenuation - which of
>> course translates into 1/100th of signal you could be getting if you
>> had polarize correctly.

In theory, yes it is possible to have 20db loss in cross-polorization.
That's in a worst case scenario.  In practical applications, it won't
be anything near that.  6 to 10db is probably more realistic.  Again,
it depends on several factors.

David


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: VHF Marine Help
Date: 4 Mar 1996 23:15:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4hftiv$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

> ... "channels 1-68" but I cant find a listing for these freqs.


From the  FAF - Frequently Asked Frequencies
      on  ftp://oak.oakland.edu
      as  /pub/hamradio/docs/misc/scanner.faf


Marine VHF                                                  [80.871]
                                                            [80.373]
        Ch     Ship             Ch     Ship

                                60    156.025
         1    156.050           61    156.075
         2    156.100           62    156.125
         3    156.150           63    156.175
         4    156.200           64    156.225
        ..    .......           ..    .......
        25    157.250           85    157.275
        26    157.300           86    157.325
        27    157.350           87    157.375
        28    157.400           88    157.425

        Shore stations are 4.600 MHz above the ship frequency. In
    U.S. waters the shore frequency may be used on Chs 20, 24-28 &
    84-87.  Chs 1-5 & 60-64 are shared with other services. Chs 75
    & 76 are reserved as guard bands for ch 16.
        Specific assignments include:
              06    156.300    Intership Safety
              09    156.450    General use by recreational vessels
              13    156.650    Bridge-to-Bridge
              15    156.750    Weather, notices, etc
              16    156.800    General Calling / Distress
              22    157.100    Coast Guard Liaison


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:21 1996
From: [e-mail](Richard Davis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE- OLDER BEARCAT SCANNERS
Date: 3 Mar 1996 18:12:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4hcne1$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Jon Van Allen)
writes:
>
>Wanted, your old Bearcat 210, 220, 20/20, 250, 300 or 350
>scanners, working or not. Any of these old classics still
>out there? Maybe just collecting dust? Let me know if you
>have one relegated to the junk heap. Post here or via email
>[e-mail]
>
>Thanks, Jon

Hey Jon I have a Bearcat 210xl. It is in fine working order. I would
like to upgrade it to one that gets the 800 MHZ. What is it worth?
E-mail me at [e-mail].


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (piranm)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Wanted New Phone # forRADO HOBBIES BBS
Date: 9 Mar 1996 21:43:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4hsu26$[e-mail]>

Wanted new phone number for RADIO HOBBIES BBS around Chicago, IL
.


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Piran Mohazzabi)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WANTED Radio Hobbies BBS New PH #
Date: 8 Mar 1996 06:10:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4hoj16$[e-mail]>

Wanted new phone number for Radio Hobbies BBS


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (tomgetty)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WANTED-Used Handheld Scanner w/ 29-54 Mhz band, Nothing fancy
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 22:05:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4hnlq0$[e-mail]>
References: <4hj2b4$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Ron Black <[e-mail]> wrote:

>tomgetty wrote:
>>
>> Wanted:
>>
>> Used handheld scanner with 29 - 54 Mhz band
>> Nothing Fancy
>>
>> E-MAIL [e-mail]
>> Warez da Party you stupid Phreak?
>> You Can't blame Einstien for Hiroshema!!!
>> Information WANTS 2 be PHREE!!!

>I suggest anyone answering this request be forewarned about getting your
>payment upfront!  Tom never came through with the deal we arranged, but
>it was only time I lost, with promises to perform that weren't kept by
>him.
>       Never burned twice!............Good Luck,  Ron Black.


ALl I asked for was a copy of Ron's Drivers Licence so I could conferm
his address and name.  He refused .



Warez da Party you stupid Phreak?
You Can't blame Einstien for Hiroshema!!!
Information WANTS 2 be PHREE!!!



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (GHunt100)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Wanted: BC200xlt
Date: 7 Mar 1996 15:24:56 -0500
Message-ID: <4hngmo$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (GHunt100)

Wanted to buy:

BC200xlt that is modifiable.  Will pay $175-$200.  Please E-mail me at:
[e-mail]

Thanks,
Greg


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:25 1996
From: NewsRadio <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Waterloo Ontario Police Freqs?
Date: Thu, 07 Mar 1996 15:22:47 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hlhg3$[e-mail]>

David M Retzik wrote:
>
> Does anyone know the frequencies for Waterloo Regional Police?  The
> frequencies I have are dead as far as I can tell.  I didn't listen for a
> long time and then when I did listen there was nothing.  Haruteq (newest
> edition) lists only the frequencies I have already.  Hope someone canWaterlo
o Region went to a new 800 Mhz trunking system last fall. Check
Ron Katz' homepage..he may have the new freqs listed...(use my homepage
and follow scanner links. See the tag line).

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From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (David M Retzik)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Waterloo Ontario Police Freqs?
Date: 7 Mar 1996 02:26:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4hlhg3$[e-mail]>


Does anyone know the frequencies for Waterloo Regional Police?  The
frequencies I have are dead as far as I can tell.  I didn't listen for a
long time and then when I did listen there was nothing.  Haruteq (newest
edition) lists only the frequencies I have already.  Hope someone can
help me.  Please e-mail me response as I'm not in the group very often
and will likely miss the posting.

Thanks in advance

Dave

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (LawyerTodd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why monitor Fast Food joints?
Date: 6 Mar 1996 19:55:00 -0500
Message-ID: <4hlc54$[e-mail]>
References: <4gh6h1$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (LawyerTodd)

So, what are some of the fast food frequencies?


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (SaltyFishSauce)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Wow!: ->BIN FILE<- don't download
Date: Sat, 02 Mar 1996 12:42:09
Message-ID: <4ha515$[e-mail]>
References: <4goj80$[e-mail]>

Please don't waste my bandwidth on your ad.  Next time I will send
you a bill for the use of my time and pipe!



From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 14:02:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark Langenfeld)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Z30 Beep
Date: 7 Mar 1996 22:11:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4hnmul$[e-mail]>

I have inherited an old Regency Z30 Scanner. It generates an obnoxiously
loud beep with each keypad entry. Does anyone have a mod to deal with
this (eliminate or adjust gain)?

Mark - WA9ETW


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:28 1996
From: [e-mail](Sherril & Bill)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: *** need VHF Marine freqs. ***
Date: 13 Mar 1996 05:09:06 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5l9i$[e-mail]>

Hello,

I am looking for a list of VHF Marine freqs.  I would appreciate even a
partial list.

Thank you,
Bill Erfurth
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:29 1996
From: Richard Paschal <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: *** need VHF Marine freqs. ***
Date: 14 Mar 1996 09:25:02 -0700
Message-ID: <4i9h8u$[e-mail]>
References: <4i5l9i$[e-mail]>

Sherril & Bill <[e-mail]> wrote:
: I am looking for a list of VHF Marine freqs.  I would appreciate even a
: partial list.

If what you want is VHF maritime (for ships, boats, etc.) frequencies,
then try http://www.navcen.uscg.mil/marcoms/vhf.htm

--
---------------------
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (chuck  )
Subject: RE: ***AWESOME STUFF*** - yes.txt (1/1)
Date: 11 Mar 96 22:25:15 -0800
References: <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

I'm sure whatever that say's is pretty awsome stuff.but i'll just
have to take your word for it.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:30 1996
From: "George M. (MAC) Hickman" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 200 XLT - JOHNNY CLEARWATER
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 22:25:39 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Johnny,

You were interested in my 200 XLT.  I lost your e-mail address when I
had to reload Netscape after it blew up.  Please recontact me.

Sorry to bother whole group with this post.

Mac


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Douglas Spangler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 2006 sound squelch
Date: 12 Mar 1996 04:47:48 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i2vlk$[e-mail]>

Can someone explain what the soundsquelch switch does on the pro-2006? It
doesn't seem to do much of anything. Thanks, Doug



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 sound squelch
Date: 13 Mar 1996 11:58:48 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i6d9o$[e-mail]>
References: <4i2vlk$[e-mail]>

Doug: When the "Sound Squelch" button is pressed, the scanner will "skip-
over" unmodulated signals while searching or scanning. For example,
you're scanning local police freq's & for some reason there's a "dead
carrier", (a tranmission without anyone speaking) the scanner would stop
on that freq for a second, then continue on. There are many bands you can
monitor that have quite a few dead carriers and, would be very
frustrating to constantly have to hit the "scan" button every time to
resume scanning while encountering these carriers.
Gary, a "Happy 2006 Owner"
Excellent radio!



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Estabrooks)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 869-896Mhz Antenna
Date: 9 Mar 1996 18:25:29 -0500
Message-ID: <4ht419$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Estabrooks)

As it is illegal to listen to cellular calls on the frequency range
of 869-896Mhz, be sure not to use the antenna setup below:

Radio Shack #17-314 Cellular Antenna. $24.99
Radio Shack #278-144 TNC-BNC Adapter. $3.99

If one were to use the TNC-BNC adapter to convert the TNC to a BNC
and apply it to their scanner, they would have an antenna that would
be tuned to listen to the cellular range. It would yeild a good range of
scanning and most notable, longer converations. The antenna has a
pair of suction cups designed to be used on the outer windshield of a
car. If one experimented, one would be able to use the antenna and
suction cups on the outside of their living room window. One would
realize that an antenna that was designed only to operate on the
cellular freqs would be an excellent companion for those who break the
law by listening to cellular conversations. Shame on you.

BTW...the RS #17-314 is on sale this week for $12.49.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark Montgomery)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: 900 Mhz Phone Info
Date: 7 Mar 1996 22:20:07 GMT
Distribution: usa
Message-ID: <4hnnen$[e-mail]>

Since I've seen a lot of interest in 900Mhz phones expressed
here lately, I thought I'd post this:

The AT&T phone stores are closing nationwide in another month
and currently have all their stuff on closeout sale pricing.
The top of the line model 9300 900 Mhz, digital, spread
spectrum cordless phone (actually made by Escort and same as
their topline model in a different package) is $50 of at
$229.  I got one several days ago and love it.  With the base
unit wall mounted on the bottom story kitchen wall (center of
house) I can walk up and down the street 500 to 600 feet or
back into the woods in back without dropping out.  Oh, and to
make it germaine to these groups - of course nobody can scan
me 8^).  It was mentioned here by someone that the audio quality
of the AT&T 900 Mhz phones wasn't good but I find that not to
be the case.  Maybe they tried another model.  My wife (who
bitched about how crappy our SWBT 'freedom phone' sounded for
10 years) likes it also so I figure I won't get in too much
trouble when the VISA bill comes.  Just my thoughts, YMMV.
Mark

--
Mark Montgomery - K5 team, we do math right!    | Disclaimer : I represent and
Advanced Micro Devices,Personal Comp. Prod. Div.|              and speak for m
e
5900 E.Ben White Blvd., MS521                   | [phone]
Austin, TX 78741                                | ([e-mail])


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Husted)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Albrecht AE 300 SSB ?
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 10:13:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4i0ubu$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Hi, Jonathan

Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Model number doesn't mean anything I'm afraid and I havn't seen any of
>the German magazines recently. At a guess it could be one of the
>Fairmate/AOR/Trident/Camnis clones. maybe the TR-2400/HSC-050 but if you
>give a few more details and features such as frequency coverage and
>channels that would give a few clues as to its origin.

Thanks for answering...

The Albrecht-scanner has a frequency coverage of 100 kHz to 2060 MHz
LSB/USB/CW/AM/N-FM/W-FM and has a capacity of 1000 channels.

Does this compare to one of the scanners you mentioned above ?

Many regards
Michael

PS! Please, if e-mail, write to [e-mail]





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rob Lucht)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Albrecht AE 300 SSB ? I have one 0,1-2060Mhz.
Date: 11 Mar 1996 12:56:55 -0500
Message-ID: <4i1ph7$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Rob Lucht)

I own the Albrecht AE300 and its a very nice unit. The Range is from 0,1
to 2060 Mhz. My version has no invert-gimmik so I (could hehe) only listen
to cordless, but not to cellular (in germany C-Netz) calls. The scanner is
made in Japan and I believe its just a copy of another Japanbased company.
I hope this info can help you.
Robert


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:37 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Another RS tale of woe...
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 04:17:51 GMT

In article <[e-mail]>, Ken Navarre <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>I finally left the fine establishment shaking my head in amazement. They
>actually PAID this guy to work there and meet potential customers. This
>specific guy had no business steering a mule pulling a plow. He certainly
>wasn't worth what he was being paid even if it was a dime per hour!

Get with it Ken!  *THAT* story alone is worth what they payed the
droid for a year... even if it's two dimes per hour.

If word ever gets out that this dude works there, that Shack will
have a flood of prospective customers flocking through its doors...
probably buying nothing more than a battery, but still, 10,000 $0.39
cent batteries is a lot of money.

I myself would be willing to buy TWO $0.39 batteries as the price of
admission to this spectacle.  I'm sorry... I guess I have been a bit
harsh on the RS droids.  Now that I see the deeper seated business
plan, I've got to say, "How can it lose?"

Jolly good show Radio Shack.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:38 1996
From: "C. Wheeler" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Antenna Length
Date: 15 Mar 1996 16:26:42 GMT
Message-ID: <4ic5o2$[e-mail]>
References: <4iag2i$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Rob) wrote:
>       Hi I have recently set up a Television Antenna to use on my scanner to
>try to pick up farther, I put the antenna sideways to pick up better.
>Does anyone know what lengths the bars need to be on the antenna to
>pick up the 143-144Mhz range. I would think that you dont need most of
>the bars because they are all in different ranges. We are trying to
>make it fairly small. Thanks in advance,

Most directional TV antennas are log periodic dipole arrays (LPDAs) witch
means that the entire antenna is active over a pretty wide bandwidth.  If
it is a VHF TV antenna it should work well anywhere from 50 Mhz to 300
Mhz.

On an LPDA there really isn't any one set of elements that are cut for a
particular frequency.  If you are using it to receive 144 Mhz it will
just use the resonant region of the antenna for it.

Removing elements can effect the performance of the antenna over it's
entire opertaing range.  TV antennas are pretty cheap.  You might just
want to go out and buy a smaller one - one that was designed that way.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:40 1996
From: Geir Lσstad/LA6LU <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Any compared AR-8000 vs. Yupitery MVT-7100?
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 01:26:28 +0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi % Thanks for reading this.
As you maybe know, the AR-8000 has SSB. The SSB sound is rather rough &
'sawteeth' alike. Have anybody done a SSB sound compare test between AOR
AR-8000 & Yupiteru MVT-7100? If so, is the SSB sound smoother in the
MVT-7100?

73 de Geir



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:41 1996
From: Geir <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Any compared AR-8000 vs. Yupitery MVT-7100?
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 03:41:50 +0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Dave Roy wrote:
>
> Geir Lσstad/LA6LU ([e-mail]) wrote:
> : Hi % Thanks for reading this.
> : As you maybe know, the AR-8000 has SSB. The SSB sound is rather rough &
> : 'sawteeth' alike. Have anybody done a SSB sound compare test between AOR
> : AR-8000 & Yupiteru MVT-7100? If so, is the SSB sound smoother in the
> : MVT-7100?
>
> : 73 de Geir
>
> Get a YUPI-7100 thats the final word!
> --
>                    To know me is to really love me-
>
>                             Dave Roy (1947-    )
> That's qualify for the most intelligient answer seen on usenet for a
long time.

Geir



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:42 1996
From: vv <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ANY MODS FOR BC 8500XLT
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 07:15:12 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Are there any mods for the bc 8500xlt ?
thanks.

Mike Varvaro
N6OOI
santee ca.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ANY MODS FOR BC 8500XLT
Date: 14 Mar 1996 03:48:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4i84v6$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

NO MOD needed.... cell image freqs (1260-1295mhz)
L O U D  +  C L E A R !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

de VE7-LFA/W7    [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Atkins)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Anyone mod a BC200XLT w/ a UC1147A CPU??
Date: 11 Mar 1996 15:28:16 -0600
Message-ID: <4i25tg$[e-mail]>

I have one of the "newer" BC200XLT's that has a UC-1147A CPU instead of
the old UC-1147 CPU.  I ran across a mod for the UC-1147A version and was
just wondering if anyone else had tried it.
Thanks
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:44 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Bill Ezell)
Subject: AOR AR-2700 web page is up
Keywords: scanner, AOR, AR-2700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Summary: new page dedicated to the AR-2700
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 16:21:31 GMT

As I threatened earlier, I have put up a page dedicated to the
AOR AR-2700. Although it's just getting started, I hope that people
will add to it. Check it out!

Bill
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nathan Ryan Gingras)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR-2700 web page is up
Date: 14 Mar 1996 17:31:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9l61$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Bill Ezell ([e-mail]) wrote:
: As I threatened earlier, I have put up a page dedicated to the
: AOR AR-2700. Although it's just getting started, I hope that people
: will add to it. Check it out!
:
: Bill
: [e-mail]


A URL would be nice.

Nate.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nathan Ryan Gingras)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR-2700 web page is up
Date: 14 Mar 1996 17:37:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9lhn$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Bill Ezell ([e-mail]) wrote:
: As I threatened earlier, I have put up a page dedicated to the
: AOR AR-2700. Although it's just getting started, I hope that people
: will add to it. Check it out!
:
: Bill
: [e-mail]
I figured out the URL:


http://www.mv.com/users/wje

Nate



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nathan Ryan Gingras)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR1500
Date: 11 Mar 1996 18:09:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4i1q91$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Stolen Child ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Anyone with this scanner ever find a good solution to
: shortwave reception?  Any suggestions on how to improve
: that band on this scanner would be appreciated.
:
: SC


External Antenna.

Nate.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:47 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR1500
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 05:16:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5bhp$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4i1q91$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Nathan Ryan Gingras) wrote:

>Stolen Child ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: Anyone with this scanner ever find a good solution to
>: shortwave reception?  Any suggestions on how to improve
>: that band on this scanner would be appreciated.
>:
>: SC


>External Antenna.

>Nate.

I had a Trident2400 (until it was stolen recently at the LAX airport).
It was rather weak in the shortwave bands but I successfully improved
the reception with an active shortwave antenna. RatShack has them in
their program, too. You basically bring the antenna into resonance
(one knob) and then amplify close to the clipping point (second knob).
Comes really handy when traveling alot and trying to stay tuned to
distant radio stations. A long wire antenna may do the job, too, but
it is rather impractical.

Who besides AOR (aka Trident) produces scanners starting below 1MHz?
Which one is the 'strongest' in the low bands?
I need a new (used) one soon.

michael




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Frank Dwyer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR8000 Linux App to record & index audio
Date: 9 Mar 1996 22:26:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4ht0ii$[e-mail]>
Keywords: AOR8000 serial scripts a8audio

Guess you could call this an announcement...

a8audio is a script written in expect (a tcl-based language) that is
designed to capture audio data and save it to your hard disk for later
review.  Data is indexed by frequency.

Requires:

        -Linux based PC (or any UN*X box that provides the items below)
        -Serial port
        -AOR CU8232 Serial Interface
        -Sound device with /dev access (like "/dev/audio")

        -expect 5.0 or greater
        -cu (part of the linux distribution, but is on other UNIces as well)
        -lots of disk space to record audio

You can find it at http://www.scri.fsu.edu/~dwyer/a8audio.text
My home page (http://www.scri.fsu.edu/~dwyer) contains a link to the script,
as well as links to expect and cu.

Notes:

1. This script is very rudimentary, and isn't very pretty -- but it works.
   I've commented the crucial parts to try and make it understandable.
2. If you take a few moments to examine the script, you'll see how you
   could use it as a prototype to design a program to do just about
   anything to the AOR.
3. As the script is enhanced, I'll replace the version available for
   download.

Enjoy...

--
Frank Dwyer ([e-mail])               System & Network Administrator
http://www.scri.fsu.edu/~dwyer                 UNIX System Development

Supercomputer Computations Research Institute  Office: 448 SCL [phone]
400 Dirac Science Library, FSU                 FAX   :         [phone]
Tallahassee, FL 32306                          Pager :         [phone]

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:50 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR-8000 for sale.
Date: 11 Mar 1996 20:54:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4i23v1$[e-mail]>
To: All

       My friend wants to sell his AR-8000.  It is the UK version.  He bought
the
unit late last year, has used it very little, and needs the money more than th
e
radio.  You can contact me via e-mail at:  [e-mail].  If you mail
me,
please specify that the message is for my friend, Daniel Eggers.

       Thanks,
       TIMMBREN



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:50 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR-8000 for sale.
Date: 11 Mar 1996 20:55:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4i23ve$[e-mail]>

       My friend wants to sell his AR-8000.  It is the UK version.  He bought
the
unit late last year, has used it very little, and needs the money more than th
e
radio.  You can contact me via e-mail at:  [e-mail].  If you mail
me,
please specify that the message is for my friend, Daniel Eggers.

       Thanks,
       TIMMBREN



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:52 1996
From: Geir Lσstad/LA6LU <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR-8000 vs Scan*Star+ for Windows help!!!!!!!!!!!!
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 01:20:01 +0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi & thanks for reading this.

I have an AR-8000 & just buyed the Scan*Star+ for windows software (ver.
5.78). The on-line help does not describe any good the timing parameters
in the configuration program (i.e. only a few timing parameters is
described at all). However I am my self a computer programmer
(commercial communication software) & have tried to use common sense
gained in my work - without any luck to get the program to scan (work)
properly. What is happening is that my scanner (via Scan*Star) sometimes
does not stop on busy channels as it should do. I have now used two days
(!) & tried almost every combination without good results. I do have the
AOR CU-8232 interface & is a win95 user. Any suggestions?

The other problem is that the scanner only scans with about 5 ch per.
sec. when it is contolled by Scan*Star. It seems that the Scan*Star
people do not use the built in feature in the AR-8000, that the scanner
can (under software control) be commanded to start the scan (i.e. the
receiver scans by it self) & each time it stops on a busy freq the
AR-8000 returns the frequency etc to the controlling program. The reason
for this feature in the AR-8000 is obvious to gain speed via software
control. The Scan*Star people sadly does not use this AR-8000 feature.
And I believe at least partly, that is to blame for the slow speed.

Q: Do you know of any other software that *use* the AOR's scanning &
return results feature. What about ScanCat? Or maybe I get so fed up
that I will start to write a program myself that use the AR-8000 RS-232
features as it is meant to be used by AOR.

73 de Geir



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:53 1996
From: Tom Gray <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR2700 webpage
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 18:02:14 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Bill
Like yourself i too own an AR-2700 and added the jack for computer or
Scout control myself.
I'd stop by your web page occaisonaly if you you decide to start one.

Tom Gray


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR2700 webpage
Date: 12 Mar 1996 02:41:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2o92$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Keywords: AOR AR2700 AR-2700

In article <[e-mail]>, Bill Ezell <[e-mail]> wrote:

  >I've been trying with little success to get info on AOR's AR-2700.
  >Either no one but me owns one, or this information is very hidden...

I was disappointed with the AR2700 I tested for Monitoring Times.

Sorry, I don't have any AR2700 modification info to contribute,
but here's a summary from the "Buying a Used Scanner" FAQ:

 AR2700: 1995 vintage.  500 channel  portable  covering  500
 kHz  to 1300 MHz.  Lots of good features, e.g., 10 linkable
 search banks, lighted keypad,  per-channel  attenuator,  S-
 meter,  battery  meter,  optional voice recorder and speech
 inversion descrambler.  Global rescan and pause delays, but
 no  auto  store,  data skip, nor battery saver.  Internally
 generated noise results in broad birdies on AR2700  tested.
 Insensitive  carrier  operated (vs. noise operated) squelch
 stays closed on signals unless they are moderately  strong,
 causing scanner to skip transmissions of interest.  IFs are
 287.55/749.25, 58.05, 10.7/0.455 MHz.  See "The AOR AR-2700
 Portable  Scanner,"  by  Bob  Parnass,  AJ9S, in Monitoring
 Times, October and November 1995.

--
==============================================================================
Copyright 1996, Bob Parnass, AJ9S                           [e-mail]

             Find and identify transmitter sites with RadioMap(tm)


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (BOB2006)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR2700 webpage
Date: 11 Mar 1996 18:19:28 -0500
Message-ID: <4i2ce0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (BOB2006)

Go for it. I feel that for the money it is one of the best around.
I think it is a well kept secret waiting to be discovered.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark Smalley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR8000 knobs loose, my fix
Date: 9 Mar 1996 21:44:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4hsu3d$[e-mail]>

I've heard a lot of talk about AR8000's knobs becoming loose.  Here is
what I did when this happen to me.

I simply took a hot glue gun and put a little dab into each knob and
pushed it on so it was straight.  Then waited 5 minutes.

The knobs are working perfectly without any previous problems.  Anyone
else use this idea?

Mark


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Len Stys)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR8000 scanner--where to buy & how much
Date: 8 Mar 1996 03:52:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4hoatb$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Len Stys)



I heard a lot of good reports about the AR8000.  How much does it cost
in U.S. dollars?   Also, I know people have mentioned a place in the UK
where it can be purchased.  I heard they will make the scanner so you can
pick up on everything including cellulars.  I was also wondering how
much the adaptor is that allows you to plug it into your computer.

Thanks all!

Len

--

"Mr. Potato Head is only a potato until given a face."  -Len Stys


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:24:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (nicholas vavro)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC 600 xlt Info Wanted
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 00:44:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2h90$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Anyone have mods or keypad tricks and the like for this model. Any or
all help e-mailed will be appreciated.   Nick



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (mliebelt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC 8500
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 13:45:52 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

RE: Cellular restoration, does anyone know what the mod in N&V for the
8500 mod consists of.

Thanks


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:01 1996
From: "Edward W. Carr" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC 890XLT
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 23:46:15 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Any one know any mods or key presses for this scanner?  Would appreciate
the help.
                Thanx in advance.
T. Carr
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark W. Gardner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC-70XL Info needed
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 18:58:30 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hi559$[e-mail]>

In article <4hi559$[e-mail]>, [e-mail](John R.
Bosco ) wrote:

> I found a used BC-70XL for sale in a local store.  Missing antenna,
> users manual, dead nicads etc. for $35 as-is.
>
> Was wondering, can anyone give me any info as to the coverage of this
> model as well as any advice.  This would be my first scanner.
>
> Thanks

I have a 70xlt. Coverage is 29-54,137-174,406-512mhz. A basic vhf
hi-lo,uhf unit.
I suppose at $35, it is worth it. I am not a big fan of these radios. They
are a handy radio--small size, nice keypad--but I find the display hard to
read and they are not as sensitive as other Uniden radios. I use mine for
listening to the railroads--160-161mhz--and it is not a dx wonder.
If you are on a tight budget and are in a strong signal area than its
okay. I would look for a used BC100xlt, if you don't need 800mhz.
Good luck.

--
Mark W. Gardner ([e-mail] or [e-mail])
Keeping an eye(and an ear) on Big Blue in CT,MA, and NY!!!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:03 1996
From: roger grissom <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC3000 info
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 17:50:17 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Could someone post their thoughts about the BC3000. I am very interested
in knowing how this radio handles strong signals without overloading.

Thanks, Roger


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (bnr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: bc3000xlt web page - update
Date: 15 Mar 1996 20:53:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4icld5$[e-mail]>

I have gotten a lot of great feedback from everybody on the web page I
put up for the bc3000xlt.  Thanks to all who have visited.

I have added a new section on antennas and am looking for info.  Stop by,
fill out a form detailing your different setups and trials and I will post
the responses I get on the web page.  I'm not going to limit this to just
the bc3000xlt -- if you've got a handheld and have tinkered with different
antenna setups, let me know and I'll post those too.

If you have yet to visit, I've got specifications, keyboard tricks and
tips,  my personal setup (including signal and 10- codes for the Prince
Georges County MD Police and frequencies for the Washington DC area), and
links.

The url is http://www.universe.digex.net/~bnr/3000.html

Thanks,

(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((***^***)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
Brian Raines   [e-mail]     "If not for where I've been,
www.universe.digex.net/~bnr/3000.html      where would I be now."
"Devoted to the Uniden BC3000xlt"                       -- Me
(((((((((((((((((((((((((((((***^***)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))))


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:05 1996
From: nlizotte <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: bearcat 2500 battery pack
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 21:57:37 -0400
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Can anyone offer the best place (best price) to get a replacement
battery pack for the Uniden Bearcat BC2500XLT handheld scanner?  Can the
existing battery pack be disassembled and just the NiCd's replaced?


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Doug)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BEWARE OF DEALING WITH DERRICK HALL, SEAT
Date: 12 Mar 1996 00:56:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2i4e$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail] <4gks9a$[e-mail]> <4gon7k$[e-mail]> <4hnu68$fd3@nnt <[e-mail]>



Nope, not mail fraud when using a common carrier, ie UPS/FEDEX.

Recommend you contact them...last time I had a problem, UPS had an investigato
r
at the house the next day

Doug


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.info
Subject: Buying a Used Scanner Radio
Date: 14 Mar 1996 15:03:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9cgm$[e-mail]>
Keywords: FAQ food, old scanner models, hamfests


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                 BUYING A USED SCANNER RADIO

                    by Bob Parnass, AJ9S

  [NOTE: This article may not be reproduced in whole  or  in
 part   on   CDROMS,   in   bulletin  boards,  networks,  or
 publications which charge for service without permission of
 the author.  Free distribution is encouraged.]

                          Abstract

 This article contains product  review  summaries  for  more
 than  60  old and new scanner radios and monitor receivers.
 Other topics include:

  1.  Motivation for buying a used scanner
  2.  A used scanner may be a broken scanner - where to  get
      it fixed
  3.  Evolution of the scanner
  4.  Obtaining crystals
  5.  Keyboard programmable scanners


                        Introduction

 Anybody with enough money can buy a brand new scanner,  but
 you can save lots of money if you get a good deal on a used
 scanner.  Hamfests are probably the best place to find used
 radios,  but  you  must  be  familiar  with  the equipment.
 Hamfests are repleat with older radios  you  won't  see  in
 today's catalogs.

 At last count, there were over  140  scanners  and  monitor
 receivers  of  various brands in my collection.  I purchase
 most of my receivers at hamfests or horsetrade  with  other
 radio  hobbyists.   This  article describes a few of the FM
 receivers  in  my  collection,  and  is  not  meant  to  be
 complete.

           A Used Scanner May be a Broken Scanner

 Getting a bargain is not without some  risk.   I  have  had
 sellers  look  me square in the eye and tell me their radio
 worked fine -- when it really didn't.

 Buying a used portable scanner is  riskier  than  buying  a
 mobile  or  base  model.   Portable scanners are subject to
 more physical abuse and many have been dropped.  If a radio
 has  been dropped, the laws of probability dictate that the
 first point of impact was probably a corner, so be sure  to
 examine each corner for evidence of trauma.

 Scanners used in mobile service are subject  to  vibration,
 dust,  and  temperature  extremes.  This shouldn't dissuade
 you from buying a used mobile  scanner,  but  be  aware  of
 possible complications.

 You should have some recourse if the radio  you  buy  turns
 out to be defective.

 If you can't fix the radio yourself, you can  pay  to  have
 the  manufacturer  or  a  service clinic repair it for you.
 Grove Enterprises (Brasstown, NC) and  Radio  Shack  repair
 scanners,  and  Uniden  can repair newer Bearcat models but
 often  refuses  to   service   older   models.    G   &   G
 Communications  (telephone  [phone]) is a family owned
 company  which  repairs  scanners  and  stocks  parts   and
 crystals  for  several  older  models.   They usually don't
 repair AOR scanners due to lack  of  manufacturer  support.
 They are located at 9247 Glenwood Drive, LeRoy, NY 14482.


                  Evolution of the Scanner

 It helps to understand some scanner history before shopping
 for  a  used scanner.  You will likely see radios from many
 vintages at a hamfest, and should avoid buying early  units
 unless you are a scanner collector.

 One of the  earliest  ancestors  to  the  scanner  was  the
 converter.    Manufactured   by   Tompkins   (Tuneaverter),
 Petersen,  Bearcat  (Lil  Tiger),  Midland,   and   others,
 converters  were  made  to  operate  in conjunction with AM
 radios.  Then came wide band  monitor  receivers,  in  both
 tunable  and  crystal  control models, like the Radio Shack
 PRO-2B.  Truthfully, converters and tuneable  FM  receivers
 are interesting but don't work well by today's standards.

 While  tuneable  receivers  were  in  vogue,  solid   state
 technologies  supplanted  tubes.  Better performing, narrow
 band crystal  controlled  units,  like  the  Sonar  FR-105,
 followed.    These  units  did  not  scan,  rather  channel
 selection was accomplished using a  simple  rotary  switch.
 Sonar  even made a 24 channel unit, model FR-2513, in which
 crystals were held in a rotary "turret."

 The earliest scanners, like the 1968 vintage  Bearcat  BCH,
 BCL,  and  BCU  models,  did not provide individual channel
 lockout capability.  Electra didn't use the term  "scanner"
 and   instead  called  these  innovative  radios  "business
 receivers."  Other models, like the SBE Sentinel,  employed
 a "Channel 1 Bypass" switch so a user could lockout channel
 1.

 The first scanners came in single band models, followed  by
 multiband  models.   As  two-way  radio  users  started  to
 populate the 450 - 470 MHz band, consumers were  forced  to
 pay  a  premium  for  UHF scanner coverage.  Some multiband
 scanners, like  the  Electra's  Bearcat  III,  required  an
 optional circuit board for each band.

 There were scanner mutations, designs which  never  evolved
 --  odd  combinations of AM broadcast receivers with VHF-FM
 receive capability, like  the  flamboyant  turquoise  Sonar
 Sentry  FR-103  portables,  Electra's Jolly Roger, and GE's
 Surveyor series.  Lafayette Radio Electronics offered a few
 CB  transceivers  with VHF receiver capability.  These poor
 performers didn't interest consumers of that  era  and  you
 should   avoid  these  models  unless  you  are  a  scanner
 collector.

 The  first  programmable   (crystal-less)   scanners   were
 difficult  to program.  Users had to look up frequencies in
 a code book and tediously program the information into  the
 scanner  in binary form.  Some models, like the Bearcat BC-
 101, Radio Shack COMP 100, and  Tennelec  MCP-1,  resembled
 Altair  or  PDP-8  computers, with a row of 16 or so toggle
 switches.  Instead of toggle switches, the Regency WHAMO-10
 was programmed by breaking teeth from metal combs.  The SBE
 Optiscan (and its Sears clone) required poking a series  of
 holes in plastic cards which were then inserted into a slot
 on the front panel.

               Keyboard Programmable Scanners

 Both Bearcat and Regency, as well as Radio Shack offer some
 good  models.   I  would  avoid  the Bearcat 100, and older
 scanners made by AOR, JIL, Fox, Tennelec, and Robyn.

 Scanner features often differ not  only  by  model  but  by
 manufacturer.   For  instance, most Radio Shack and Bearcat
 programmables allow enable/disable of the delay function on
 a  per-channel basis.  Older Regency units permit the delay
 to be enabled/disabled only globally, that is, for all  the
 channels at one time.

 Radio  Shack  scanners  contain  a  reasonable  number   of
 features.   All the older Radio Shack scanners were made by
 General Research Electronics (GRE).   Uniden  began  making
 scanner  models  for Radio Shack in the late 1980s, and now
 supplies about half the Radio Shack  scanners.   The  older
 GRE-made  models  scan a bit slowly and have a higher level
 of synthesizer noise. Most have too much hysteresis in  the
 operation  of  the  squelch  control, but this can be fixed
 completely by replacing one resistor.  Good, detailed  shop
 manuals are available for Radio Shack units for $5 - $12.

 In the name of cost cutting, some  models  have  done  away
 with  the  concept of a "channel bank", i.e. the ability to
 select/deselect a group of channels at a  time.   The  bank
 concept  was a good one.  It may be inconvenient to operate
 a 30 channel scanner without banks (e.g.   Regency  MX3000,
 HX1000) if you operate the way many scanner hobbyists do.

 If you want to buy an American-made scanner, you will  have
 to  buy  an  old  model.   A few years ago, the Regency and
 Bearcat scanner lines were purchased by Uniden, a  Japanese
 company, and production was moved to Asia.

 My favorite VHF/UHF receivers are  the  400  channel  Radio
 Shack  PRO-2005 and PRO-2006, the Uniden/Bearcat BC9000XLT,
 and the ICOM R7000 and R7100.  The  ICOM  models  are  more
 "communications receiver" than a conventional scanner.

 For portable use, I  prefer  the  Radio  Shack  PRO-43  and
 Uniden/Bearcat BC3000XLT.


                     Obtaining Crystals

 If you do purchase a crystal controlled scanner or  monitor
 receiver,  you  will  probably want to buy more crystals to
 cover local frequencies.

 Scanner crystals may be ordered from your local Radio Shack
 store  or  from  one  of  the  companies below.  Be sure to
 specify the operating frequency you want and the brand  and
 model of scanner.

 Some companies may ask you  to  send  a  schematic  of  the
 scanner  or  require more detailed information, like series
 or parallel resonance, load capacitance, etc.


             American Crystal Co.
             1623 Central Ave.
             Kansas City, KS 66102
             tel. [phone]

             Bomar Crystal Company
             201 Blackford Ave.
             Middlesex, NJ 08846
             tel. [phone]

             Cal Crystal Lab Inc.
             1142 N. Gilbert St.
             Anaheim, CA 92801
             tel. [phone]

             International Crystal Mfg Co.
             11 N. Lee Ave
             Oklahoma City, OK 73102
             tel. [phone]

             G & G Communications
             9247 Glenwood Drive
             LeRoy, NY 14482.
             tel. [phone]

             Jan Crystals
             Box #-6017
             Fort Myers, FL 33911
             tel. [phone]

             Monitor Crystal Svc
             124 W Walnut St Watseka, IL 60970
             tel. [phone]

 For more information about old scanners, see:


   1.    "Confessions  of  a  Scanner  Collector,"  by   Bob
       Parnass, Monitoring Times, August 1988.

   2.    "Scanner  Collector  Primer,"   by   Bob   Parnass,
       Monitoring Times, May 1995.

 I have  published  full  length  reviews  of  these  recent
 scanner models in Monitoring Times magazine:


 Jan 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2035 vs. Radio Shack PRO-2006
 Feb 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-62 Portable
 Mar 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC9000XLT
 Apr 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC3000XLT Portable
 May 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC860XLT
 Jun 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC890XLT & Radio Shack PRO-2036
 Jul 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2037
 Aug 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-26 vs. Uniden/Bearcat BC3000XLT
 Sep 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-60 Portable
 Oct 1995 - AOR AR-2700 Portable
 Nov 1995 - selected AOR AR-8000 measurements
 Dec 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2040
 Feb 1996 - Radio Shack PRO-2042


 Note: Reprints of Monitoring Times articles  are  available
 for  $2.00 each (plus self addressed stamped envelope) from  |
 Grove Enterprises, PO Box 98,  Brasstown,  NC  28902,  tel.
 [phone].  I don't receive any part of this $2.00.      |


                             AOR

 AR2700: 1995 vintage.  500 channel  portable  covering  500
 kHz  to 1300 MHz.  Lots of good features, e.g., 10 linkable
 search banks, lighted keypad,  per-channel  attenuator,  S-
 meter,  battery  meter,  optional voice recorder and speech
 inversion descrambler.  Global rescan and pause delays, but
 no  auto  store,  data skip, nor battery saver.  Internally
 generated noise results in broad birdies on AR2700  tested.
 Insensitive  carrier  operated (vs. noise operated) squelch
 stays closed on signals unless they are moderately  strong,
 causing scanner to skip transmissions of interest.  IFs are
 287.55/749.25, 58.05, 10.7/0.455 MHz.  See "The AOR AR-2700
 Portable  Scanner,"  by  Bob  Parnass,  AJ9S, in Monitoring
 Times, October and November 1995.


                            ICOM

 R-7000: 1986 vintage.  At about $1000, this  was  once  the
 top VHF/UHF receiver.  99 channel, multi mode coverage from
 25-2000 MHz with a small gap at 1000-1025 MHz.  Memory  can
 be  expanded to 198 channels by adding simple switch to pin
 19 of memory IC8.  Tuning knob lets you tune through  parts
 of  the  spectrum much easier than using the SEARCH mode on
 conventional scanners.  Selectable USB/LSB allows reception
 of  new amplitude compandored sideband (ACSB) stations.  S-
 meter doubles as discriminator meter to aid tuning.  Useful
 search  and  store  feature, reminiscent of the the Bearcat
 250, searches between 2 limits and automatically stores new
 frequencies   into   channels  80-99.   Audio  and  control
 interface for tape recorder.  Noisy relay,  activated  when
 the  receiver  is  tuned  to  frequencies  above  520  MHz.
 Searches and scans slowly but can be sped up  to  about  12
 cps  by  adding  a  resistor.  Too big for permanent mobile
 use, but too nice to leave alone in the car.  If you  don't
 want  to  spend  $1000,  get  a  Radio  Shack  PRO-2004/5/6
 instead.

 R-7100: 1992 vintage.  At about $1300, this is the Cadillac
 of  VHF/UHF  receivers.  900 channel, multi mode continuous
 coverage from 25-2000 MHz.  The radio RF/IF/AF portions  of
 the  R7100 are similar to the older R7000, but the R7100 is
 constructed using surface mount parts.  Both the R7000  and
 R7100   are   much   more   immune  to  intermod  than  the
 Uniden/Bearcat  760XLT  and  the  portable   PRO-43.    The
 firmware  in the R7100 is much more sophisticated.  9 banks
 of 100 channels.  Further, you can associate  each  channel
 with 1 of 10 groups.  Many possible ways to scan.  10 pairs
 of search limits.  Search and store ("memory  write")  scan
 mode  lets  you  store 100 frequencies instead of the 20 in
 R7000.  Another R7100 improvement is that you  can  program
 up  to  100 channels for the R7100 to skip while searching.
 R7100 has 2 VFOs ("windows").  Both  the  R7000  and  R7100
 scan slowly compared with PRO-2004 and PRO-2006, and that's
 a drawback.  Both the R7100 and R7000 employ a noisy relay,
 activated  when  the receiver is tuned to frequencies above
 520 MHz.  Scanning a mixture of  VHF  and  UHF  frequencies
 serenades  the  Icom  user  with  a very annoying clickety-
 clack, clickety-clack!


             UNIDEN/Bearcat and Electra/Bearcat

 Bearcat III (Electra): 1976  vintage.   8  channel  crystal
 controlled  scanner.   Requires  optional front-end circuit
 board for VHF-low, VHF-high, and  UHF  bands,  but  only  2
 boards  can be installed within the radio at the same time.
 Two crystal filters.  No aircraft band coverage nor  rescan
 delay.   Front  mount  speaker  sounds  good.  Strong local
 oscillator radiation often causes interference  with  other
 scanners in the same house.

 Bearcat IV (Electra): 8 channel crystal controlled scanner.
 Newer   version  of  Bearcat  III  but  contains  front-end
 circuitry for VHF-low, VHF-high,  and  UHF  bands.   Better
 selectivity  than  Bearcat  III  or  12 due to having three
 instead of two 10.8  MHz  IF  filters.   No  aircraft  band
 coverage.   Front  mount  speaker  sounds  good.  No rescan
 delay.

 Bearcat 5 (Electra): 1979 vintage.  Eight  channel  economy
 base  model covering VHF-low, VHF-high, and UHF bands.  117
 VAC only.  No track tuning.  Black plastic cabinet.

 Bearcat 6  (Electra):  Six  channel  VHF-low  and  VHF-high
 bands.  117 VAC only.  Wood covered particle board cabinet.

 Bearcat 8 (Electra): Eight channel VHF-low,  VHF-high,  and
 UHF  bands.   117  VAC  only.   Wood covered particle board
 cabinet.

 Bearcat 12 (Electra): 1979 vintage.  One of the last decent
 crystal  controlled  scanners.  10 channels.  Variable scan
 speed up to 20 ch/sec.  Single delay on/off switch.   Front
 mount  speaker  sounds  good.   Manual  contains schematic.
 Single conversion, 10.8 MHz IF.  Selectivity is poorer than
 programmable   models,  like  the  300,  allowing  adjacent
 channel interference.  Covers VHF-low,  VHF-high,  and  UHF
 bands  but  no  aircraft  band coverage.  Crystal positions
 must be arranged by band.

 Bearcat 15 (Electra):  1983  vintage.   Actually  made  for
 Electra  by  competitor GRE (General Research Electronics).
 The only Bearcat  crystal  controlled  base/mobile  scanner
 offering 118 - 136 MHz AM aircraft band.  10 channels.

 BC101 (Electra): 1975 vintage.  First  Bearcat  synthesized
 unit.   16  channels, no priority.  Frequency programmed in
 binary by setting toggle  switches  on  front  panel  after
 looking  up code in code book.  No frequency readout.  Uses
 custom IC for CPU, now discontinued, so factory  authorized
 service  is  no  longer  available.   I  have four of these
 units.  DC operation requires optional mobile power supply.

 BC100 (Electra): First programmable portable  scanner.   Be
 prepared  for at least one repair in the first year.  Early
 units, with threaded antenna connector, have high frequency
 of  repair, particularly LCD readout, keyboard, and battery
 holder.  No battery backup.   Poor  case  design  in  early
 units  caused  battery  to disconnect from radio, resetting
 microprocessor and clearing memories.  No priority  channel
 or  aircraft  band.  Some people swear by the BC100, others
 swear at them.

 BC220 (Electra): 1979 vintage.   20  channels.   Reasonable
 number  of  features  but  20 channels doesn't seem enough.
 Service Search for Marine and Aircraft.  LED readout.  Good
 scanner, but tinny audio.

 BC20/20 (Electra): 1981 vintage.  Similar to BC220 but with
 40  channels  and different CPU circuitry.  A maximum of 20
 channels can be scanned at one time.  Reasonable number  of
 features.   Service  Search  for  Marine and Aircraft.  LED
 readout.  Good scanner, but tinny audio.

 BC250 (Electra): 1976 vintage.  50 channel model,  rich  in
 features,  but lacks aircraft band and 144-146 MHz.  Search
 and Store feature  extremely  useful  for  finding  federal
 frequencies.   Clock.   High  frequency  of  repair.  Power
 transistors not heat sinked adequately, causing heat damage
 to  surrounding  components  and circuit board.  Failure of
 Q204 on the  feature  board  known  to  cause  odd  display
 readings.   Digital  circuitry  very  sensitive to glitches
 caused by static and AC line spikes.  Avoid 1978 or earlier
 vintage  units.   All  BC250s  use custom ICs (e.g., IC6, a
 divider chip, mfd. by Exar), which are now discontinued, so
 factory service is no longer available from Uniden.

 BC260 (Electra): 1983  vintage.   Super  heavy  duty  metal
 cabinetry  and  lit  controls,  aimed  at  mobile  use  for
 firemen, police, etc.  Few frills,  only  16  channels,  no
 aircraft, but generous coverage of federal bands omitted in
 the older Bearcat scanners.   Good  sensitivity.   Lots  of
 audio.    Good  internal  construction.   Backlit  keyboard
 allows operation in the dark, but  the  keyboards  on  some
 units require high pressure to operate.  Brightness control
 for display and keyboard,  but  multiplexor  circuitry  for
 vacuum fluorescent display produces audible whine which may
 be annoying in a quiet room.  Backlighting may fail in some
 units due to poor contact on connector used to fasten light
 panel to front circuit board.  9 volt regulator  transistor
 Q28  (TIP29)  may fail, causing blank display while leaving
 audio intact.  Method of connecting an external speaker  is
 awkward.

 BC300 (Electra): 1979 vintage.  50 channel top of the  line
 scanner.   Service  Search feature contains 11 ROM banks of
 preprogrammed channels.   Switching  power  supply  failure
 noted  in  early  units  due  to insufficient capacitance -
 component value was changed  in  newer  units.   Schematics
 show  at  least 100 components changed between earliest and
 later units.  Preset squelch  pot,  mounted  internally  on
 circuit  board,  misadjusted  in  new  units  -  adjustment
 usually required after burn-in period.   Good  sensitivity.
 Built  in  clock.  I leave it on 24 hours a day.  This is a
 favorite.

 BC350 (Electra): 1981 vintage.  50  channels  in  5  banks.
 Includes  aircraft.   Used to be Bearcat's top of the line,
 overpriced  scanner  but  never  very  popular.   Dual  use
 keyboard  and  display  allowed  8  text  characters  to be
 associated  with   each   channel,   a   feature   clumsily
 implemented,  and  awkward  to  use.   Units  plagued  with
 various hardware problems  including  bad  memory  ICs  and
 short  life  power  transformers.   Firmware  bugs  without
 cures.  The BC300 is a much better scanner than the  BC350,
 and at a lower price.

 BC760XLT (Uniden): Also sold as  BC950XLT  through  Scanner
 World.    Small,  mobile  scanner  supplied  with  mounting
 bracket and wall wart AC power supply.  Some  of  the  keys
 are  backlit.   100  channels  in 5 banks.  Service search.
 Earlier version has  Motorola  type  antenna  jack  and  AA
 battery  backup.   Later  version  has BNC antenna jack and
 internal lithium battery.   Can  be  fitted  with  optional
 CTCSS  decoder.   Hyper  sensitive and easily overloaded by
 strong signals, especially when used with  outdoor  antenna
 in  base  applications.   Conventional 10.8 MHz IF prone to
 images.  Television audio heard in some places.

 BC800XLT (Uniden): 1985 vintage.  40 channels in two banks.
 Covers  806-912  MHz,  as well as of vhf, uhf, and aircraft
 bands.  Receives 10 meter fm and all of 6 meters,  as  well
 as federal portions of vhf and uhf bands.  Fewer birdies on
 vhf-lo band than other scanners.  Scans and  searches  very
 fast.   Clean,  robust  audio output.  Extremely sensitive,
 but very prone to overload by strong signals when connected
 to  outdoor antenna.  Too much play (hysteresis) in squelch
 adjustment - can be  improved  by  changing  one  resistor.
 Positive terminal in memory backup battery holder installed
 backwards in early units, allowing memory loss when scanner
 unplugged  from AC outlet.  Tunes in increments of 12.5 KHz
 on 800 MHz band, whereas cellular telephones are on 30  KHz
 channels.   See "The Bearcat 800XLT ... an Owner's Report,"
 by Bob Parnass, in Monitoring Times, March 1986.

 BC860XLT (Uniden): 1995 vintage.   100  channel  table  top
 unit.   Can  lock  out  10  channels  during  search.  Good
 performer except  for  images.   See  "The  Uniden  Bearcat
 BC860XLT,"  by  Bob Parnass, AJ9S, in Monitoring Times, May
 1995.

 BC890XLT (Uniden): Same as Radio  Shack  PRO-2036.   Tuning
 knob.   200  channels,  global delay.  Count, AUX, and Auto
 Store features.  Scans and searches fast.  Accepts optional
 CTCSS  board.  Dual conversion with 10.8 MHz and 450 kHz IF
 -- lots of images and birdies.  Prone to  severe  intermod,
 especially  when  used  with  an outdoor antenna.  See "The
 Uniden BC-890XLT and Radio Shack PRO-2036," by Bob Parnass,
 in June 1995 Monitoring Times.

 BC9000XLT (Uniden): 1995 vintage.  High quality base  using
 up-conversion.   500  channels  in twenty banks.  Up to 250
 channels can be programmed with alpha labels.  Tuning knob.
 Selectable  AM,  NFM,  WFM  modes.  Optional CTCSS decoder.
 Very fast scan and search.  Can lock out 50 channels during
 search.   Delay  and  attenuator independently programmable
 for each channel.   Effective  Auto  Store  feature  stores
 unique  frequencies.  Good RF section, but not as robust as
 PRO-2004/5/6.  IFs are 380.7/254.4, 58.075, 0.455 MHz.  One
 urban  user,  located  within a couple of blocks of several
 high power transmitters, reports severe  desense  problems.
 See  "The  Uniden Bearcat BC9000XLT," by Bob Parnass, AJ9S,
 in Monitoring Times, March 1995.

 BC100XLT (Uniden): 1987 vintage.   Very  good  100  channel
 portable  with  10 priority channels.  Unique feature tells
 whether a  given  frequency  has  already  been  memorized.
 Generous   coverage   of   conventional   bands,  including
 commercial aircraft, but no 800 MHz.   Decent  leather-like
 case.  Slide-on 550 mAH NiCd battery pack.

 BC200XLT (Uniden): 1987 vintage.   Also  sold  as  BC205XLT
 through  Scanner  World.   Very good 200 channel version of
 BC100XLT portable scanner but includes 800  MHz  band.   10
 priority  channels.   Unique  feature tells whether a given
 frequency has already been memorized.  Decent  leather-like
 case.  Slide-on NiCd battery pack.

 BC2500XLT (Uniden): 400 channel portable with tuning  knob.
 Plagued  by  intermod  and  images.   Early  units  drained
 batteries quickly even while turned off.

 BC3000XLT (Uniden): 1995 vintage.   Excellent  400  channel
 portable  with  20  banks.  Up conversion.  Very fast scan,
 search, and intelligent Auto Store.  Mode, attenuator,  and
 delay   settings   programmable   for   each  channel.   50
 frequencies  can  be  locked  out  during  search.   Larger
 speaker  than  PRO-26  produces better, crisper audio.  See
 "The Uniden Bearcat BC3000XLT," by Bob  Parnass,  AJ9S,  in
 Monitoring  Times,  April  1995 and "The Radio Shack PRO-26
 vs. Uniden/Bearcat BC3000XLT," by  Bob  Parnass,  AJ9S,  in
 Monitoring Times, August 1995.


                           Regency

 TMR series: First generation crystal scanners. Come in  all
 varieties  of  band  coverage. Models with both UHF and VHF
 bands  must   use   separate   antennas   for   each   band
 (disadvantage  in mobile installations, but can be overcome
 by  connecting  two  front  ends  via  a  capacitor).   Not
 sensitive enough to cover the entire 30 - 50 MHz range in a
 single  model.   There  three  versions  of  VHF-low   band
 coverage  depending  on  the  part  of the 30 - 50 MHz band
 covered (LL, LM. and  LH).   TMR  scanners  use  unsocketed
 incandescent  bulbs  for  channel  indicators which require
 periodic  replacement.   Easy  to  crystal:   Radio   Shack
 crystals  work  well.   TMRs usually $2 and up at hamfests,
 often in poor condition.  Don't pay more than $50, even  if
 mint. Front ends must be tuned for selected portions within
 the  bands  for  best  sensitivity.  Wide  IF   selectivity
 troublesome  in  urban/suburban  areas.  Primitive  digital
 scanning circuitry may become confused at times. but  power
 off/on  restores  sanity.  Replace  aging capacitors in the
 scanning circuits. You can find a TMR8H eight channel  high
 band unit most often.

 TME series: The base versions of the TMR models.  Both  the
 TME  and TMR models share many common circuits but the base
 versions contain speakers mounted on the front panel.   The
 most  common  TME model is the TME8 H/LM eight channel dual
 band scanner in a metal cabinet with wood coloring.

 ACTR series: Replaced the Regency TMR units.  By  the  time
 Regency  made  the  ACTR  units,  they  no  longer  offered
 different models for different parts of the  30  -  50  MHz
 band.   Look  for  the later ACT series, e.g., ACTR-106 (10
 channel tri band) or ACTR20/6 (20 channel tri  band),  used
 light  emitting  diodes  for  channel indicators instead of
 incandescent bulbs.  Available in 1 to 20 channel models  -
 most  are multi band receivers.  Somewhat wide selectivity.
 Not all that bad a deal if cheap.

 ACTE series: The base versions of  the  ACTR  series.   The
 ACTE  and  ACTR  circuitry  is  similar,  although the base
 versions contain speakers mounted on the front panel.   The
 most  common ACTE model is the ACTE8 H/L eight channel dual
 band scanner in a black metal cabinet.


 WHAMO-10: Regency's first synthesized scanner.   Appearance
 more like a crystal scanner, with a single LED per channel.
 User has to break off teeth on  a  metal  'comb'  for  each
 channel  according  to  a  code  book.  External  frequency
 control unit DFS-5K optional. UHF VCO reference  oscillator
 drifts  on  some units. Soldered sheet metal shields around
 some circuitry make access to some components difficult for
 servicing.  Comb  sockets  prone  to  bad connections after
 moderate  use.   Not   recommended   due   to   maintenance
 difficulties.

 K500: Nice wood-like cabinet.  40 channel model with  every
 feature  Regency  could  dream  of  in  one scanner, except
 aircraft band. Idle tone bypass feature  for  mobile  phone
 stations  works  about  50%  of  the  time.  Weather  alert
 feature. Service Search in several banks. Search and  Store
 facility  not implemented as well as BC250, but better than
 none. Built in clock when radio off or in manual mode.  Can
 be  programmed  out  of  band.  Reasonable performance, but
 sensitivity could be better. Spring  contacts  on  membrane
 keyboard may need soldering after prolonged use.

 K100: Bare bones version  of  the  K500.  10  channels,  no
 priority  feature.  Same  wood-like  cabinet and reasonable
 performance as K500. Spring contacts on  membrane  keyboard
 may need soldering after prolonged use.

 M400: 30 channel replacement for K500.  Service Search, but
 no  aircraft.  Easily  programmable  out  of band. Built in
 clock when radio off or in manual  mode.  Backlit  keyboard
 good  for  night  viewing  and mobile use but generates RFI
 into nearby SW receivers. A favorite.

 MX3000: 30 channel replacement for M400, but basic features
 only.  Nice  lit keyboard, but may cause RFI into nearby SW
 receivers.  Easily  programmable  out  of  band,   but   no
 aircraft. All 30 channels are in a single bank, and lack of
 direct channel access make this  model  more  difficult  to
 operate. Good first scanner.

 M100: 10 channel unit.  Same  as  MX3000  except  different
 color  and  fewer  channels.  Nicely  lit keyboard, but may
 cause RFI into nearby SW receivers.

 HX1000:  Good,   fairly   rugged,   30   channel   handheld
 synthesized  unit.  Generous out of band coverage but no AM
 aircraft coverage. Built by Azden. Very sensitive  on  UHF,
 but   annoying   audio  hiss  leaks  through  speaker  when
 squelched. Belt clip chintzy, but can be directly  replaced
 with better clip from Kenwood TR2600A. Like the MX3000, all
 30 channels are in  a  single  bank,  and  lack  of  direct
 channel  access  make this model more difficult to operate.
 Low discount price makes this best choice for  programmable
 portable.

 HX650/H604: 6 channel  crystal  portable.  Likely  made  by
 Sanyo.  Same as Fannon and Bearcat Thin Scan units, (except
 that Bearcat has 10.8 MHz IF frequency, and  is  harder  to
 get  crystals for), but scans faster. Small size and common
 crystals (available at Radio Shack), make this  1st  choice
 for bare bones portable scanner.


                         Radio Shack

 PRO-2004: 1986 vintage.  Top of the line, wide band scanner
 for  1987.  After a diode is cut, enjoy continuous coverage
 from 25-520 and 760-1300 MHz, AM, NBFM, and WBFM.  Has  300
 channels  in  10  banks  of 30, backed up by conventional 9
 volt alkaline battery.  Any channel can be  designated  the
 priority  channel.   Scans and searches fast.  Lots of well
 designed features, like 10 pairs of search limits,  Lockout
 Review,  default search increment and emission mode.  Sound
 Squelch allows skipping  dead  carriers  during  search  or
 scan.    Metal  cabinet,  good  internal  construction  and
 shielding, but no mobile mounting bracket or DC power cord.
 Soft   touch   membrane  keyboard.   Good  sensitivity  and
 selectivity.  Very good radio.  See  "Product  Review:  The
 Radio  Shack PRO-2004 Programmable Scanner," by Bob Parnass
 AJ9S,  in  The  Radio  Enthusiast,   February   1987,   and
 Monitoring Times, March 1987.

 PRO-2005: 1989 vintage.  Essentially a  size  reduced  PRO-
 2004  with surface mount components and 400 channels.  Some
 people think the small knobs, smaller display, and  plastic
 cabinet  are  a  setback  from the 2004.  The smaller size,
 real rubber keyboard, and  vertical  front  panel  make  it
 easer  to  use mobile, although there is no mobile mounting
 bracket available and the keyboard is  not  backlit.   More
 sensitive  than  the  PRO-2004  but  800  MHz  signals leak
 through into the commercial aero band.  Highly recommended.
 See  "Product Review: The Radio Shack PRO-2005 Programmable
 Scanner," by Bob Parnass AJ9S,  in  The  Radio  Enthusiast,
 June 1989, and RCMA Journal, August 1989.

 PRO-2006: 1990 vintage.  Essentially the same  as  PRO-2005
 but  scans faster.  Probably the best scanner made to date.
 Highly recommended.  See "The Realistic PRO-2006,"  by  Bob
 Parnass, AJ9S, in Monitoring Times, October 1990.

 PRO-2035: 1995 vintage wide  coverage  base  made  by  GRE.
 1,000  channels,  but  cumbersome  100  channel  bank size.
 Tuning knob.  Broader IF selectivity than  PRO-2006.   Poor
 dynamic  range.  10 linkable search banks.  Dumb Auto Store
 feature stores the same frequencies over and over.   Wastes
 time  scanning  empty  channels.  See "The Radio Shack PRO-
 2035 - How Does It Compare  With  the  PRO-2006?,"  by  Bob
 Parnass, AJ9S, in Monitoring Times, January 1995.

 PRO-2040: late  1995  vintage  100  channel  base  made  by
 Uniden.   Fair  performance,  but  minimal image rejection.
 Local oscillator harmonics account for spurious  responses,
 e.g.,  reception of cellular telephone calls in the 460 MHz
 UHF-high band.  Scans over 40 channels/sec.  Can  lock  out
 up   to  50  channels  from  search.  "Soft"  on/off  power
 switching via keypad.  See "The Radio Shack  PRO-2040,"  by
 Bob Parnass, AJ9S, in Monitoring Times, December 1995.

 PRO-2042: 1996 version of the wide coverage  PRO-2035  base
 with  improved  firmware  and  amber display.  Made by GRE.
 1,000 channels,  but  cumbersome  100  channel  bank  size.
 Tuning  knob.   NFM  selectivity  is  still  a  problem but
 improved over PRO-2035.  10 linkable search  banks.   Smart
 Auto Store feature stores the unique frequencies.  Can lock
 out up to 200  frequencies  from  search.   Query  facility
 indicates if and in what channel a frequency is programmed.
 Scan skips over empty  channels  automatically.   Can  sort
 memories  by  frequency within a given bank.  IFs are 609 -
 612, 58.05, and 10.7/0.455  MHz.   Broader  IF  selectivity
 than  PRO-2006.   Overall,  a  top grade scanner and second
 only to Uniden/Bearcat BC9000XLT.   See  "The  Radio  Shack
 PRO-2042,"  by  Bob  Parnass,  AJ9S,  in  Monitoring Times,
 February 1996.

 PRO-34: Portable scanner with  200  channels  and  800  MHz
 coverage.  Ten "monitor" channels.  Operates from AA cells.
 Slow scanning, low audio output, and chintzy  plastic  case
 detract  from  an  otherwise  good  performance.  No decent
 leather case available from Radio Shack.   If  you  need  a
 portable  with 800 MHz, get a Bearcat 200XLT.  If you can't
 get a 200XLT, get a PRO-34.

 PRO-2021: Base/mobile scanner.  200 channels in  10  banks,
 LCD  display  and  raised  rubber keys.  Lots of memory but
 scans  too  slowly  and  lacks  800  MHz.   Ten   "monitor"
 channels.  Radio Shack seemed to have an overstock of 2021s
 as they were on sale for such a long time.  Close out price
 dipped  to  about  $200,  which  made it a nice scanner for
 beginners.

 PRO-2022:  Base/mobile  scanner.   Like  the  PRO-2021  but
 includes  the 800 MHz band.  Cellular images throughout the
 847.6 - 869 MHz range.  Includes power saver  circuit,  odd
 for  a  base  unit,  which  can  clip  the  first part of a
 transmission.

 PRO-2036: Same as Uniden/Bearcat  BC890XLT.   Tuning  knob.
 200  channels,  global  delay.   Scans  and  searches fast.
 Count, AUX, and  Auto  Store  features.   Accepts  optional
 CTCSS board.  Dual conversion with 10.8 MHz and 450 kHz IFs
 -- lots of images and birdies.  Prone to  severe  intermod,
 especially  when  used  with  an outdoor antenna.  See "The
 Uniden BC-890XLT and Radio Shack PRO-2036," by Bob Parnass,
 in June 1995 Monitoring Times.

 PRO-2037: 1994 vintage.  Triple conversion all plastic base
 scanner  made  by GRE.  Home version of the PRO-62 portable
 but with more intermod.  200  channels  in  10  banks,  one
 search  bank,  selectable  AM  and  FM.  Uses up conversion
 circuitry but inadequate front end filtering  still  allows
 images,  though  not  as  bad  as  in  10.7  or 10.8 MHz IF
 circuits.  Crisp, respectable audio given the  top  mounted
 speaker.   See  "The Radio Shack PRO-2037," by Bob Parnass,
 in July 1995 Monitoring Times.

 PRO-2001:  Early,  single  bank  16  channel  programmable.
 Reasonable  coverage  of  the  3  traditional  bands, minus
 aircraft band.  LED digital display as well as an  LED  per
 channel.   Mechanical  lockout  switch  for  each  channel.
 Delay is either on or off for all channels at a time.  High
 synthesizer  noise level.  Troublesome plated through holes
 on digital board in  some  units  renders  radio  virtually
 unfixable.   Could  never  get mine to work more than a few
 days in a row; always another bad connection.  Some  owners
 have no trouble.

 PRO-52: 8 channel VHF-Lo/Hi base  unit.   No  UHF  band  or
 provision   for  mobile  operation.   Good  little  scanner
 despite limited frequency  coverage  and  Spartan  lack  of
 frills.   Crisp  squelch action and good audio, helped by a
 front mounted, vertical speaker.

 PRO-2003: Radio Shack's 1986 top of line.  50 channels + 10
 FM  commercial broadcast band channels.  Includes aircraft.
 Good frequency coverage and functionality, but  at  a  high
 price.   Poor human engineering: difficult to read keyboard
 makes the PRO-2003 hard to operate unless  in  a  well  lit
 room.   Keyboard  label  coloring  improved on newer units.
 Rather slow scan rate and high price.  Although  there  are
 provisions  for 12VDC operation, the cabinet shape and lack
 of mounting bracket  makes  mobile  operation  impractical.
 Scan  rate  only  8  channels/sec vs. 15/sec in Regency and
 Bearcat.  Causes  RFI:  Plastic  case  permits  scanner  to
 radiate signals into nearby receivers.

 PRO-43: Very good portable made by GRE.  First Radio  Shack
 portable  with up conversion, and 222 MHz ham and 225 - 400
 MHz military  air  band  coverage.   200  channels,  single
 search  range.   Small,  convenient  size.   Muffled audio.
 Speakers in early units known to  fail  and  more  powerful
 speakers  were  used in later units.  800 MHz band coverage
 fully restorable in early units by  removing  diode.   Uses
 same  6  cell battery tray as other high end GRE portables.
 Subject to interference in 160 - 162 MHz range.

 PRO-60: 1995 vintage.  Very good portable made by GRE.  200
 channels,  single  search range.  Similar features and same
 IFs as the PRO-43 it replaced  but  the  PRO-60  has  wider
 frequency  coverage  and  crisper audio.  Covers 75 MHz and
 commercial FM broadcast bands.  Improved Direct search  can
 be  stepped  manually  in  single  steps.  Uses same 6 cell
 battery tray as other high  end  GRE  portables.   Railfans
 take   note  --  the  PRO-60  and  PRO-43  are  subject  to
 interference in 160 - 162 MHz range.  Draws  100  mA  while
 scanning.   See  "The  Radio Shack PRO-60 Portable," by Bob
 Parnass, AJ9S, in Monitoring Times, September 1995.

 PRO-26: 1985 vintage.  Very good portable made by for Radio
 Shack  by  Uniden.   200  channels,  very fast scan/search.
 Good  display.   Covers  all  TV  channels,  but   spectrum
 adjacent  to cellular phone band is censored which prevents
 monitoring parts of some trunked systems  (e.g.,  IL  State
 Police  district  4).   Up to 50 frequencies can be skipped
 during search.  Limited  image  rejection  causes  929  MHz
 paging interference in 170 MHz range.  IFs are 380.7/254.4,
 58.075,  and  5.5/0.455  MHz.   Audio  suffers  from  small
 speaker.   See  "The  Radio Shack PRO-26 vs. Uniden/Bearcat
 BC3000XLT," by Bob  Parnass,  AJ9S,  in  Monitoring  Times,
 August 1995.

 PRO-62: 1984 vintage.  Good portable  200  channel  scanner
 using up conversion.  Similar to PRO-43 but no military air
 band,  different  upper  frequency  limit,   and   slightly
 different  IFs.   Selectable AM/NFM modes.  Better intermod
 immunity than PRO-43.  See "The Radio Shack PRO-62," by Bob
 Parnass, AJ9S, in Monitoring Times, February 1995.

 PRO30: 16 channel programmable portable with aircraft band.
 Good  frequency  coverage.   Extra  controls  on  top allow
 control of SCAN, MANUAL, and PRIORITY functions while  worn
 on  belt.  Good belt clip.  Low audio output.  Plastic case
 prone to break at BNC antenna connector under  severe  use,
 vs.   metal  frame  in  Regency  HX1000.   High  price,  no
 discounts or sales yet.  I had 6 or  7  PRO30s,  having  to
 return  them  several  times  during  the  1 year warranty,
 although other  owners  have  had  little  or  no  trouble.
 Troubles  included  oscillation  in  IF  stage, no UHF band
 reception, case broken around base  of  antenna  connector,
 etc.

 PRO-24: 1983 vintage.  Only  4  channels  in  this  crystal
 controlled  portable.  Covers the three basic bands, but no
 aircraft.   Easy  to   obtain   batteries   and   crystals.
 Characteristic  Radio  Shack  squelch  problem,  fixable by
 changing  one  resistor.   All-plastic  case  larger   than
 Bearcat  Thin Scan and clones.  See "The Radio Shack PRO-24
 Scanner," by  Bob  Parnass,  excerpted  in  the  "Technical
 Topics" column, RCMA Newsletter, February 1984.


                 Craig (division of Pioneer)

 4530: Japanese 10 channel crystal controlled 3  band  unit.
 Also   available  under  Plectron  name  but  in  different
 cabinet.  No aircraft band.  Deluxe features like priority,
 trimmer  capacitors  for  netting each channel, front panel
 speaker, and rugged metal cabinet make this unit a  winner.
 Channel lockout slide switches have finite life.  Replacing
 burned out incandescent channel lamps not fun.  Grab a 4530
 if you find one in good condition.


                           Sonar:

 Sonar  made  several  crystal   controlled   scanners   and
 channelized  monitor  receivers  which  shared  the same RF
 circuitry.  Each radio was housed in the  same  size  metal
 case  and  worked  on  both 120 VAC and 12 VDC.  The models
 differed in the number of channels, the band coverage,  and
 whether individual channels could be locked out.

 Although they used  a  10.7  MHz  first  IF,  Sonar  radios
 require  parallel  resonant  crystals  different  from  the
 common series resonant crystals used in Regency  and  Radio
 Shack  scanners.   Some  Radio  Shack crystals will work in
 Sonar units, but more often they oscillate a  few  kHz  off
 frequency and are unsuitable unless changes are made to the
 oscillator circuitry.  Therefore,  beginners  should  avoid
 these radios.  Typical Sonar squelch has long time constant
 causing a long noise burst at the end of each transmission.


 FR-104, FR-105: 6 channel monitor receivers covering  25  -
 50  MHz  or 150 - 175 MHz.  Manual channel selection, i.e.,
 no scanning.  Early models are  identified  by  an  11  pin
 connector  on  the  rear  and  they  could  be used with an
 optional NiCd battery pack and charger which bolted to  the
 rear  panel.  Later models used Cinch Jones connectors with
 flat contacts.  Optional tone decoder board.

 FR-2512, FR-2513: 24 channel versions  of  the  FR-104  and
 FR-105  monitor receivers.  Manual channel selection, i.e.,
 no scanning.

 FR-2514, FR-2515: 8 channel scanners.  Channel 1  priority.
 Recommend  you  avoid  these  models  as there is no way to
 lockout a channel from the scan sequence.

 FR-2526, FR-2526, FR-2528:  10  channel  scanners  covering
 various  combinations  of  3  bands.  Each channel could be
 locked out.  Channel 1 priority.


     Sonar    #chan-   VHF   VHF    UHF            lock-
     Model     nels    low   high         scans?   outs?
     ___________________________________________________
     FR104       6     X                  no
     FR105       6           X            no
     FR2512     24     X                  no
     FR2513     24           X            no
     FR2514      8     X                  yes      no
     FR2515      8           X            yes      no
     FR2526     10                  X     yes      yes
     FR2527     10           X      X     yes      yes
     FR2528     10     X     X            yes      yes

Table 1.  Summary of Sonar base/mobile monitor  and  scanner
          receivers



                          Tennelec

 Manufactured the first synthesized scanners.  Company  went
 out  of  business  several years ago.  Schematics and parts
 difficult to obtain.  Radios reputed to be poor performers.
 Got  my  MS-2 and MCP-1 basket cases for free and sometimes
 regret taking them.   Not  worth  fixing  unless  you  have
 access to DTL/RTL chips and circuit diagrams.



        Plectron and Motorola Alert Monitor Receivers

 In the 1960s and 1970s, thousands of firemen and  ambulance
 squad members came to rely on their transistor Plectron and
 Motorola Alert  monitor  receivers.   They  have  now  been
 replaced  by  portable  pagers,  and are often available at
 hamfests in the $5 - $25 range.  Since many  are  in  rough
 condition  and  need  repair,  a  hamfest special is better
 suited for hobbyists who like to fix their own radios.

 Plectron and Motorola Alert  crystal  controlled  receivers
 are excellent for dedicated monitoring of local frequencies
 -- a task for which you wouldn't want to tie  up  your  400
 channel  programmable  scanner.   These  radios  are  fixed
 channel units and do not scan.  They can  be  powered  form
 117VAC or 12VDC with the proper mobile cord.

 The audio quality on a Plectron P1 or  700  series  is  far
 better  than any consumer grade scanner and the sensitivity
 and intermod immunity is outstanding if  aligned  properly.
 Better  image  rejection than most scanners (see article by
 Bob  Parnass  in  Monitoring  Times,   January   1996   for
 comparison).   The  Plectron  500 series is less desirable.
 The Motorola Alert monitors are pretty good,  although  the
 audio lacks bass.

 No single Plectron or Motorola Alert monitor can cover  the
 entire  30-50  MHz  band, and there were versions optimized
 for each portion of the band. There were different  "split"
 models to cover segments of VHF-hi band, too.  Although UHF
 versions were made, they are somewhat rare.

 Both  brands  of  receiver  require  special  crystals.   I
 sometimes  use  Radio  Shack's generic 3rd overtone scanner
 crystals in the Plectrons but they oscillate on frequencies
 far away from their marked frequencies.  That's because the
 Plectron oscillator is designed to be used with  a  crystal
 which   oscillates   on   its  fundamental,  not  overtone,
 frequency.   Too,  the  P1  and  R700   require   different
 crystals.

 If you  find  the  squelch  on  your  Plectron  700  series
 receiver  has  too  much  hysteresis,  replace  R96, a 180K
 resistor, with a 560K resistor.  On the P1, the resistor is
 designated R81.

 Repair service for the  Plectron  P1  and  R700  models  is
 offered by:


                 Woodson Electronics
                 Plectron Place
                 P.O. Box 960
                 Imboden, Arkansas 72434

                 telephone [phone]

 Some replacement parts are currently available from Federal
 Signal  in  University  Park, IL, phone [phone].  For  |
 more information, see  "Add  a  Crystal  Receiver  to  Your
 Arsenal," by Bob Parnass, January 1996 Monitoring Times.
--
==============================================================================
Copyright 1996, Bob Parnass, AJ9S                           [e-mail]

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (anderson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Can Sportcat Receive Cordless?
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 17:53:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4i44h4$[e-mail]>

Thanks to everyone that responded to my earlier posting
for "Uniden Bearcat Sportcat SC150 Info Wanted".

One response claimed that the Sportcat would not
receive cordless freq(s).  Can anyone tell me if this
is true?  According to the Sportcat's spec(s), one of its'
bands ranges from  29.7 Mhz to 50 Mhz.  If cordless
phones (other than the 900 Mhz variety) operate within
this range, what prevents a Sportcat from intercepting
these signals.

E-mail: [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:19 1996
From: NewsRadio <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Canadian RCMP & Police Freqs wanted
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 09:43:16 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i0uk3$[e-mail]>
To: Steve Manley <[e-mail]>

Steve Manley wrote:
>
> I'm looking for RCMP and local police frequencies from around Canada to
> compile a list - if there's one out there let me know! If possible,
> information relating to the divison or use of the frequency is apprecated.
> There's not a lot of Cdn infos out there! (That I've found :( )
>

Check out the scanner section of my page (below). Esp. good is my link
over to Ron's page (RON KATZ) which has lots of Ontario/Canada wide
freqs...

Cheers..

John

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:20 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cats and Scanners
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 04:49:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4i880d$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Jens Goerke) wrote:

>[e-mail] wrote:
>> Does anyone else have a cat that insists on lying on or around your scanner
>> while you are trying to listen to it?
>> Could this be why my sound has been a little "fuzzy" lately?

>Perhaps your scanner is nice and warm while the rest of your house isn't...

>Jens
>--
>Missing coffee error - operator halted.
Yes I have a cat name Ernie. He loves to lay on my scanners (and
everything else that is warm!) and sleep on my face at night. When I
wake up I cough up hairballs (just kidding!).

Roy



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:21 1996
From: "Jerry C." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cats and Scanners
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 13:04:04 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Check out issue # 1 of Popular Communications if you can find one, and
look in the readers photo section.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:21 1996
From: Jeff Goldman <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cellular Pro26, was Pro-
Date: 12 Mar 1996 11:18:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4i3mhv$s0f$[e-mail]>

The UBC3000XLT gives you a choice of 50kHz steps anywhere, but the Pro26
only has that step rate on the FM Broadcast band and on TV freqs. The Pro26
also gives you a choice of 10kHz steps in the area that we (in the USA) have
CB radio; unfortunately, you can't tune in 10kHz steps on freqs ending in
a "5" (ie 27.185, 27.195, etc). So, over here in the USA we must use
5kHz steps when searching the CB band.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:22 1996
From: [e-mail](D.R.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Chicago Frequencies
Date: 13 Mar 1996 00:57:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4i56gt$[e-mail]>
References: <4i52u1$[e-mail]>

Does anyone have any good frequencies to listen to in the Chicago area?



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:23 1996
From: [e-mail](?)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Communication Electronics dumped me
Date: 12 Mar 1996 05:43:42 GMT
Message-ID: <4i32ue$[e-mail]>
References: <4hht22$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hj58h$[e-mail]>


>>>
>>> Communications Electronics sold me a Relm 2 way about 4 years ago.
The
>>> Ni-cad went south on me so I called Comm. Elec. to buy a
replacement. They told me the battery was no longer available. I told
them I thought this was poor customer dervice.Called back later and
bitched at them a little more and was told the owner would call me. No
call, no battery. Called Relm direct and had it six days later. No
particular message here, just wanted buyers to be aware.  Gene
>>
>>
>>I'd say there is a very strong message here!  If in fact it happened
as you say the Communications Electronics must not be interested in
doing any future business with you, me, or most anyone else that has
read your message.
This is becomming a common problem today.  That's why it's sometimes
best to stick with the established firms, even if it means paying just
a little more up front.
>>
>>Bill
>========================
>We may be reading too much (or too little)  into this.
>
>The battery packs may indeed be no longer available to CE (or anybody
>besides Relm).
>
>If Relm no longer has enough of these battery packs to supply their
>dealers, they will keep their stock for their better customers
(usually
>the ones who call Relm). This is an accepted and widely used practice.
>
>This isn't any conspiracy on the part of a retailer to alienate
customers
>(why would they do that?).
>
>Let's not be too quick to condemn without knowing the facts.
>
>Bill

Here's the facts Bill. After I got no satisfaction from Communications
Electronics, Relm gave me two numbers of local dealers that I could
order the battery from. Neither one called back after they said they
would get the price for me. CE surely has the same buying power as
these local guys, in fact they are selling the new and improved Relm.
The facts are nobody gives a shit about selling you a $60 part if they
have to do a little extra work to do it. Don't be too quick to condemn
yourself. And who said this was any part of a conspiracy?



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (John C. Cato)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Disneyworld
Date: 11 Mar 1996 19:16:54 -0600
Message-ID: <4i2ja6$[e-mail]>

I hope that I am not imposing for asking for freqs for DisneyWorld, but I
haven't seen them posted since we dicided to go to the Magic Kingdom.  Does
anyone know the freqs generally used at DW.  I would appreciate any help.

--


Drive nail here for new monitor  [ ]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:25 1996
From: [e-mail](David Palmer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FCC-Out of Control??? Please Read
Date: 12 Mar 1996 14:24:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4i41f0$[e-mail]>
References: <4i34li$[e-mail]>

In <4i34li$[e-mail]> [e-mail]
(Rick Eutsler) writes:
>
>FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
>CONTACT: RICHARD D. EUTSLER, SR.
>March 11, 1996
>Liberty News Service - 802-485-4170
>
>
>F.C.C. Refuses to License Low Power Broadcasters
>
>Radio Police Raid Small Broadcaster Instead
>
<edited>

 Well, break the law, suffer the consequence. What a messed up radio
spectrum we would have if anyone with a transmitter could claim a
space.

 Is that not a part of 'Pirate Radio', trying not to get caught?

--
David Palmer                         [e-mail]

"Oh aint it good when things are going your way, hey! hey!"


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:26 1996
Date: 12 Mar 1996 05:07:48 EDT
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Flint)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Subject: Frequency Forum BBS


  Does anybody know if or what the telnet address is for this BBS?
  Also does anybody know of some other good scanner related BBS'
                                                    Thanks,
                                                        Flint
--
** Starship Sirius (NX-40911) -- Orbiter.Com -- http://WWW.Orbiter.Com



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (nicholas vavro)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Frycom Info Wanted
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 00:45:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2hc8$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I saw a post a while back on frycom. It sells used pagers.  I wanted
to know the deal on them. Are they any good, any experiences with
them, prices, time frame and the like. E mail info to Nick... Thanks
in advance for your time and help.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:28 1996
From: John Spaeth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS-ICOM R7000 -$925.00
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 16:47:30 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Ihave from the estate of a ham operator, a clean, one owner,
non-smoker,Icom R-7000.  Cell open, no mods. DC option installed (for
portable use) and AC powered.  Voice module included but not installed
or tested.  Original boxes and books. This unit is in excellent cosmetic
shape, and perfect working condition. All for $925.00.  Does not include
shipping.  Please E-Mail. Thanks. John. KD0LO.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Lynn Reynolds)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS. Radio Shack 2026 scanner
Date: 12 Mar 1996 23:10:07 GMT
Message-ID: <4i508f$[e-mail]>

New in box with manual.
Has date code of  November 1993.
Can be modified for full 800 coverage.
$225.00 email if interested.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS. Radio Shack 2026 scanner
Date: 13 Mar 1996 12:12:47 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i6e3v$[e-mail]>
References: <4i508f$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

>Lynn Reynolds ([e-mail]) writes:
>> New in box with manual.
>> Has date code of  November 1993.
>> Can be modified for full 800 coverage.
>> $225.00 email if interested.
>
A little early for "April Fools", don't you think??????
Ahem,,,
I have a 10 yr old AM radio for sale, all beat up, volume doesn't work,
dial doesn't work, PC board missing. Carry strap included!!! (but torn).
Asking$400.00. (Handyman special)
<G>
"Whatta Day It's Gonna Be!!!"




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:30 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: FS. Radio Shack 2026 scanner
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References:  <4i508f$[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 04:16:26 GMT


Lynn Reynolds ([e-mail]) writes:
> New in box with manual.
> Has date code of  November 1993.
> Can be modified for full 800 coverage.
> $225.00 email if interested.

(laugh)





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:31 1996
From: "Herb A. Zite" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: ICOM R-1
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 08:57:52 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

ICOM wide band scanner covers 100kHz to 1300MHz including cell phone
frequencies with all original accessories, box and docs. This radio is
1.9" x 4" x 1.4" and weighs only 9.9 ounces. It easily fits into a shirt
pocket.

Includes the following optional accessories, desktop quick charger
(BC-72A), 3 high capacity ni-cads (BP-84), cig lighter power cord
(CP-12), carry case (LC-61) and battery charger adapter (BA-12).

Current price at Tucker Electronics is $923 for this package. All
equipment is in excellent condition with boxes and docs. $425 or best
offer + shipping and COD.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:32 1996
From: "Herb A. Zite" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: ICOM R-1 (unblocked) package
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 15:05:36 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

ICOM R1 (unblocked)
ICOM BA-12 Charger Adapter
ICOM BC-72A Quick desktop charger
ICOM CP-12 Cig lighter adapter
3 ICOM BP-84 1000mah batteries
Carry case for R1/BP-84 combo

All in excellent condition in original boxes with all documentation.

$425 or best offer + shipping and COD.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:33 1996
From: [e-mail](Tony)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,oc.forsale,la.forsale
Subject: FS: Kenwood 2 Meter Mobile
Date: 12 Mar 1996 16:49:51 GMT
Message-ID: <4i49vf$[e-mail]>

I have a Kenwood, TM-251a Mobile, 440 rx and 2m rx/tx, 9600 buad data
port...new condition never installed in veh. It is 6 months old....



$400.00 Tony Ke6gxe


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:34 1996
From: Mike <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Motorola MTS-2000 UHF
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 23:21:21 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Motorola MTS-2000 UHF 48 channel Top Display 450-520 Mhz
With DES-XL Board Installed, Radio is in Like New Condition
Comes with 514 date code Battery and Antenna.

$875.00 plus C.O.D. fees.

Call 800-773-3465 and leave message or E-mail Back


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joseph K. Louie)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: Pro 51 with carrying case
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 00:08:04 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Non Cell Modable, New, has protective leather carrying case from the
Shack, costs $20.

Will part with it for $200 + shipping.

Email if interested.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Wayda)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Pro 51 with carrying case
Date: 12 Mar 1996 06:47:21 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

You can buy a NEW pro-51 right now at Radio Shack for $199.00.

Jim Wayda
Captain, Scanner Price Police


In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Joseph K. Louie) wrote:

: Non Cell Modable, New, has protective leather carrying case from the
: Shack, costs $20.
:
: Will part with it for $200 + shipping.
:
: Email if interested.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro-2026, 2 mos. old, modded, $175
Date: 9 Mar 1996 07:06:47 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hram7$[e-mail]>
References: <4hqt79$[e-mail]>

>Yes, I know it's on sale for $149.

Then why are you trying to sell a used one for $175 plus shipping?
Nobody's gonna pay that much...duh!

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Smith)
Subject: FS: Uniden SC150B & BC147XLT
Date: 12 Mar 96 03:18:51 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

SC150B: 100 ch., 12 bands, handheld.  Excellent condition. $75

BC147XLT: 16 ch., 10 bands, desktop.  $17

I will pay the shipping/COD fees (United States greater 48 only)

Please email replies.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:38 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 9 Mar 1996 21:29:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4hst7g$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

>   Brian Morgan <[e-mail]> writes:
>  > [e-mail] wrote:
>  >I went to my local R.S. this A.M. and bought some...... batteries....
>  >for work.. my friendly sales ditz couldn't complete my transaciton
>  >without printing my receipt and he was out of receipts.. when he went
>  >back in the storeroom to get more, I simply flipped the switch on his
>  >monitor to "Off"..
>  >                     I felt good.
>
>  Gee, I'll bet this made you feel so much smarter than the kid at Radio
>  Shack.  I can't understand all the Radio Shack bashing - they are
>  getting paid to do a job - YOU ARE PAYING TO SEE THEM DO IT!
>  Who is really the stupid ones here???  If you don't like Radio
>  Shack, DON'T GO THERE!  If you do, stop bitching.
>    Frustrated,
>        Brian
>
>>>>
Aww, lighten up a little...   First: I didn't go there because I wanted to - m
y office has an account there...
                   Second: It was a spur of the moment thought - anyway, a little harmless p
ractical joke
                                                 can't hurt anyone...
                                         Third: Why are you so upset?  Were yo
u the ditz that couldn't turn his monitor back on?
                                      Fourth:  This "Kid" has been working at
the same R.S. for over 8 years !!

Again, lighten up a little..

Rick



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:39 1996
From: Brian Morgan <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 11 Mar 1996 18:57:40 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i1t34$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hst7g$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
>Third: Why are you so upset?  Were you the ditz that couldn't turn his monito
r back on?
>Rick
Rick -
   I'm not upset - just bored with a usenet group of supposedly
technical content that spends an inordinate amount of time bitching
and moaning about RS.  I almost never go there - they never have
what I want.  I don't expect technical help when I go there - don't
expect it at KMart or Sears either.
   Brian



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 9 Mar 1996 00:25:21 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4hqj5h$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpufo$[e-mail]>

>I say again - They are getting paid to be there

Not much.  You could make more working at Mc Donalds.


-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Seymour Dupa)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 12 Mar 1996 16:06:46 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i47em$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpufo$[e-mail]> <4hqj5h$[e-mail]>

Drew Durigan ([e-mail]) wrote:
: >I say again - They are getting paid to be there

: Not much.  You could make more working at Mc Donalds.

  The people working at RS couldn't get a job at McDonalds.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (David N. Smernoff)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 13 Mar 1996 18:10:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4i732v$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hgpbf$[e-mail]> <4hhm58$[e-mail]> <4hrkhn$[e-mail]>

In article <4hrkhn$[e-mail]>,  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>In article <4hhm58$[e-mail]>,

<snip>
>>>What was the purpose? Im sure you could be made to look pretty stupid.
>>>whoops to late you already did it yourself.
>>
>>The purpose is to point out that Sammy Salesdroid...the one with all the
>>'answers" to your "questions" is too stupid to check whether his monitor
>>was turned off of not!
>>
>>
>
>I wouldnt figure on some asshole  turning it off either so therefore it would

>never cross my mind.

BRAVO!!!!  If some asshole ever had turned off my terminal, I would have
had to exercise some serious self control to stop myself from beating the
living crap out of him.








From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rob Lucht)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: GERMANY - HAMBURG frequencies???
Date: 11 Mar 1996 13:27:18 -0500
Message-ID: <4i1ra6$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Rob Lucht)

If someone from Hamburg Germany is intrested in swapping scanning
frequencies please email me.
Robert


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (JACK CLARKE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Ham Crap
Date: 8 Mar 1996 14:13:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4hpfb3$[e-mail]>


No, it's not just you.  I've had enough of it too!!

Maybe they can't think of anything to say; but they can't keep
their mouths (keyboards) shut.
--


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.info
Subject: How to Find Scanner Frequencies
Date: 14 Mar 1996 15:02:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9cf2$[e-mail]>
Keywords: FAQ food, microfiche, books, sleuthing


 last changed February 15, 1995

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         HOW DO YOU FIND THESE SCANNER FREQUENCIES?

                    by Bob Parnass, AJ9S

  [NOTE: This article may not be reproduced in whole  or  in
 part   on   CDROMS,   in   bulletin  boards,  networks,  or
 publications which charge for service without permission of
 the author.  Free distribution is encouraged.]

 I am often asked, "How  do  you  find  these  frequencies?"
 Scanner  enthusiasts  can obtain frequency information from
 several sources,  including  books,  government  microfiche
 records, or other listeners.


                            Books

 The most convenient source of fire and  police  frequencies
 is  the  Police  Call,  published  each  year in 9 regional
 volumes by Hollins Radio Data, and sold at Radio Shack  and
 larger book stores for under $13.  Police Call is basically
 a computer printout of FCC license information in the fire,
 police,  local government, and conservation services in two
 lists: by licensee name within  state,  and  by  frequency.
 Later  editions  have included a few pages of local airport
 and nonsensitive federal government frequencies.  The  1996
 edition  contains  selected  business frequencies, too, but
 callsigns are listed only for local government  and  public
 safety licensees.

 I highly recommend Richard  Barnett's  1992  book,  Monitor
 America,  published  by Scanner Master Corp.  A 3rd edition
 is  expected  soon  and  will  be  available   from   Grove
 Enterprises  for about $30.  This second edition is crammed
 full of police, fire, local government, news media, sports,
 national park, and commercial broadcast frequencies for all
 50  states.   The  information  was  compiled  mainly  from
 members  of  the  world's  largest scanning club, the Radio
 Communications  Monitoring  Association  (RCMA).    Monitor
 America  contains  detailed  communications system profiles
 and precinct maps for major metropolitan areas.  Police and
 fire  radio  codes  and  unit  identifiers  unique to local
 agencies are listed for several cities.  This differs  from
 Police  Call,  which  gives  a  more  sterile,  but uniform
 treatment of licensees, listing even the smallest of towns.
 A 3rd edition is expected in early 1995.

 Scanner Master also publishes regional frequency guides for
 Illinois, Florida, Virginia, Massachusetts, New Jersey, and
 other states.

 Aeronautical frequencies are covered  in  the  Aeronautical
 Frequency   Directory,   written   by  Bob  Coburn,  W1JJO.
 Although  most  of  the  information  is   about   civilian
 aviation,   Bob   included  sections  on  military  mid-air
 refueling and CAP.  The 401 page third edition is available
 from Official Scanner Guides (P.O. Box 525-NS, Londonderry,
 NH 03053).  The same publisher sells the Maritime Frequency
 Directory  and  frequency  guides  for  several New England
 states.  Some of these books are  available  through  Radio
 Shack, too.

 The  most  readily  available  source   of   sensitive   US
 government  frequencies  is  still Tom Kneitel's Top Secret
 Registry of US Government Radio Frequencies.  Published  by
 CRB  Research,  the  8th  edition  is  available from Grove
 Enterprises  for  about  $22.   Kneitel's   book   contains
 frequency listings for NASA, military, FBI, Secret Service,
 DEA,  IRS,  Border  Patrol,  arsenals,  ammunition  plants,
 missile  sites,  and  others  in  the  25 to 470 MHz range.
 Since  the  US  government  no  longer   offers   frequency
 information  for  its own stations, and has never published
 sensitive frequencies, most of the information in Kneitel's
 book  has been collected from listeners over the years.  It
 is certainly not complete, nor 100% accurate, but is a good
 book for this difficult to obtain information.

 Tab Books Master Frequency File, first edition, written  by
 James  Tunnell and Robert Kelty, lists federal agencies and
 frequencies and deserves a read.   However,  there  are  no
 military  listings and many pages are devoted to appendices
 and references which contain no  frequency  listings.   The
 space  would  be  much  better  used  by a combined federal
 frequency list sorted by frequency.

                          Magazines

 Although   national   in   circulation,   local   frequency
 information  is  sometimes  available in Grove's Monitoring
 Times    and     Kneitel's     sensationalistic     Popular
 Communications.


                     Government Records

 Every  year,  the   US   Government   sells   FCC   license
 information,  in  the  form of microfiche, floppy disk, and
 magnetic tape, to the public through the US  Department  of
 Commerce National Technical Information Service (NTIS).

 These lists contain license information for the  industrial
 (e.g.   Illinois  Armored  Car, Pinkerton's Security, Joe's
 Towing, etc.), highway maintenance,  commercial  broadcast,
 aviation, common carrier, and maritime services, as well as
 for police and fire.  For more info call NTIS  at  703-487-
 4630.

 Microfiche is not for the casual hobbyist, but  rather  for
 the  ardent  listener,  who  can easily spend a few hundred
 dollars for  the  fiche,  not  including  the  price  of  a
 microfiche reader.

 Back in "the good old days," Grove Enterprises sold  copies
 of  some  FCC  microfiche  files, and this was much cheaper
 than buying directly from  NTIS.   Grove  no  longer  sells
 microfiche,   but  sells  information  on  CDROM  for  $100
 instead.  In the 1995 edition, fields  are  different  than
 PerCon's  Spectrum  CDROM.   The licensee name and licensee
 city are used instead of the DBA (doing business  as)  name
 and transmitter city which makes query results confusing.

 The FCC has an agreement with PerCon (tel. [phone]), a
 private  company,  to  sell  FCC license information to the
 public on both floppy disks and CDROMs.  You  can  buy  the
 full license information for a multi state region or a less
 detailed license database covering the the  entire  USA  on
 CDROM  for about $100.  The new PerCon Spectrum CDROM sells
 for $29 and contains a handful  of  fields  for  every  FCC
 license  in  the  US.   It  works  in DOS, Windows, and Mac
 environments.

 Companies have appeared which are "plugged  into"  the  FCC
 licensing  system  and they sell computer time allowing on-
 line file access.  They  also  sell  paper  copies  of  FCC
 information.   Washington  Radio Reports is one example.  A
 monthly publication, it lists license applications made  to
 the  FCC.   A  few members of my scanner club subscribe and
 share the information with me.

 As I have already done for hundreds of  radio  enthusiasts,
 companies,  government  agencies,  and organizations across
 the country, I will locate FCC licensed  and  selected  FAA
 transmitter  sites in an area of your choice, in any state,
 and produce a custom RadioMap(TM) report, including  an  8-
 1/2"  by  11"  scaled color map, protected by plastic.  The
 map is marked with  transmitter  sites,  cities,  highways,
 airports, military installations, national parks, etc.

 RadioMap allows you to identify antenna sites and visualize
 the  transmitter  locations in your neighborhood, near your
 office, and other places of interest --  from  VLF  through
 microwave.   The  report  lists frequencies, callsigns, and
 licensee  names.   RadioMap  covers  police,  fire,   local
 government,   TV,   business,   industry,  common  carrier,
 railroad, trucking, and  many  more  types  of  transmitter
 sites,   excluding   ham   radio  stations.   Wireline  and
 nonwireline cellular phone and AM/FM broadcast  transmitter
 sites are clearly marked using unique color icons.

 Industrial customers use RadioMap  reports  to  survey  the
 "radio  environment"  prior  to  installation of radios and
 wireless microphones at customer sites.  RadioMap  is  used
 by  the  maritime  and broadcast industries, as well as ham
 radio operators to solve  intermod  interference  problems,
 and  has  been  very  favorably  reviewed  in  RCMA Scanner
 Journal, American Scannergram, and USSN.

 The  RadioMap  processes  and  software  are   unique   and
 proprietary.   Unlike  "more tame" maps, RadioMap shows the
 locations of military bases, ammunition  plants,  arsenals,
 weapons factories, and other military installations.

 For a flat fee, you  choose  the  center  location,  and  I
 choose the range, depending on transmitter site density:

         suburbs: 5 mile range (100 sq. mi. area)
         rural areas: 10 or more miles (400 sq. mi. area)
         dense urban area: 1 - 2 mile range

 Longer ranges for additional charge - call for pricing.

 A custom RadioMap report costs $20.95 plus  $5.00  shipping
 and  handling.   For  an additional $4.00, I will include a
 custom frequency allocation histogram,  a  0  -  1,000  MHz
 "spectrum  analyzer-like" display showing spectrum usage by
 the transmitters in the map coverage area.  Send  check  or
 money  order payable to Bob Parnass for $25.95 for standard
 or  $29.95  for  deluxe  RadioMap  report  with  histogram.
 Include  your  name,  address,  and telephone number, along
 with center location (nearest intersection of 2 streets, or
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 Douglas Road, Oswego, IL 60543.  tel. [phone] PM
 central time.  For a brochure, send SASE.

        Federal Radio Stations - Not Licensed by FCC

 Since federal government radio stations are not licensed by
 the FCC, they are not listed in FCC microfiche.  In 1981, a
 group of 60 radio hobbyists split a $1300 fee, and obtained
 80   microfiche  cards  of  'sanitized'  information  about
 federal government radio  stations  under  the  Freedom  of
 Information Act (FOIA)1.  Only 12  of  the  21  information
 fields  for  each  station  were  furnished.   Fields  like
 "Remarks", which indicate the  exact  usage  of  a  channel
 (e.g.   "Sky  Marshall's  Net"),  and  "Bureau", indicating
 agency  subdivision  (e.g.   TAC  within  the  USAF),  were
 withheld.   These 80 pages of microfiche were sold by Grove
 Enterprises for $25, but are no longer available from  that
 source.   Private entrepreneurs have been known to ask $125
 or more for a set!  In a step backward, the  US  Government
 insists  it will no longer release this type of information
 - it is now 'classified'2.

 For  a  reason  unknown  to  this  author,  the  government
 released a 1984 vintage set of frequencies allocated to the
 FAA.  Perhaps this was a mistake, because  the  information
 is  marked  'unclassified',  but  all fields are furnished,
 including  some  which  indicate  security  related  usage.
 Grove sold this set of 33 microfiche cards for about $13.

 Two way radio equipment formerly used by the  armed  forces
 often  appears  for  sale  at hamfests.  Less often, Secret
 Service and FBI radios appear there from time to time, too.
 When  you  see  such  equipment,  look over the radio for a
 frequency label and write down the frequencies  stamped  on
 the crystals or channel elements.  Make note of any service
 or property tags which specify the agency or military  base
 which used the equipment.


                         Radio Clubs

 One of the best parts of the hobby is sharing it with other
 radio  buffs.   Trading  information  with  other hobbyists
 about frequencies,  communication  systems,  and  receiving
 equipment is more valuable than a pile of magazines.

 Since  the  early  1960s,  I  had  been  an  amateur  radio
 operator,  and belonged to amateur radio clubs, but I never
 realized there were any scanner clubs!  In 1983,  I  joined
 the  world's largest scanner club, the Radio Communications
 Monitoring Association (RCMA).

 Founded in 1975,  the  RCMA  is  the  "first  national  and
 international  organization  of  monitor  radio listeners."
 There are several  regional  chapters  which  hold  regular
 meetings.  Club dues are collected annually, which covers a
 monthly newsletter, the  RCMA  Scanner  Journal,  about  50
 pages  long.   Although the focus is on VHF and UHF ranges,
 there is coverage of HF utility stations below 30  MHz.   A
 recent  liberalization  of  club  policy  now  permits  the
 printing of most federal law enforcement frequencies, e.g.,
 Secret Service, FBI, Customs, and DEA.  The RCMA electronic
 mail address is [e-mail].

 Inquiries about RCMA membership should be sent to:


                    RCMA General Manager
                    P.O. Box 542
                    Silverado, CA 92676
                    USA

 Another club which prints sensitive federal frequencies  is
 the   All   Ohio  Scanner  Club.   I  enjoy  its  bimonthly
 publication, The American Scannergram, which  is  about  60
 pages  long.   Although  concentrating  on  Ohio,  there is
 frequency information from  other  states,  and  plenty  of
 product reviews and scanning tips.

 More information is available from:


                   All Ohio Scanner Club
                   50 Villa Road
                   Springfield, OH 45503



                    Do Your Own Sleuthing

 There  is  a  challenge  in  deriving  new  spectrum  usage
 information  on  your  own.   Sometimes it requires several
 days of  listening,  taping,  and  compiling  fragments  of
 information.   Other  times,  the  frequency information is
 there for the taking - without hassle.

 You can approach from two directions:

   1.  Listen first: Monitor a frequency or frequencies, and
       determine  who's  transmitting  and  what purpose the
       channel serves.  Once you identify the user, log  the
       information.

   2.  Compile first: Take advantage of opportunities,  such
       as  examining the frequency label on a guard's radio,
       or reading the FCC  license  hanging  on  the  "radio
       room"  wall, to compile frequency lists, then monitor
       the listed  frequencies  to  confirm  that  they  are
       really  in  use.   Readers  are urged to abide by the
       rules of good taste and local laws in the  quest  for
       frequency  information.   Don't trespass, wait for an
       invitation.

 Most listeners use a combination of both approaches.


        What Makes Station Identification Difficult?

 In  most  instances,  FCC  rules  require  radio  users  to
 identify  their  operations with FCC assigned call letters.
 Police and fire departments, especially those with  trained
 radio  dispatchers,  seem  particularly conscientious about
 station identification.  Like commercial broadcasters, many
 of these stations identify on the hour and the half hour.

 Some  repeater  stations  have  Morse  code  identification
 circuits  which  transmit call letters on a periodic basis,
 insuring compliance with FCC rules.

 On the other hand, over 75% the industrial  radio  stations
 monitored  within  the last year ignore the FCC regulation,
 making it difficult for a listener to identify  a  station.
 Some   stations   may   operate   for   years   using   the
 nondescriptive  "base  to  mobile  2"  or  "Joe  to   base"
 protocol.   One  rung  up  the  hierarchy are stations that
 identify using something like "Acme base  to  107",  giving
 the  listener  a  clue  for  his  log.  If call letters are
 given, they are often rendered unintelligible by  operators
 who  fail  to  enunciate.   The failure to identify is more
 likely due to sloppiness, rather than any attempt  to  hide
 station identity.

 While not regulated by the FCC,  federal  government  radio
 stations  vary  in  the extent to which they identify their
 transmissions.  Some federal  stations  do  not  have  call
 letters.    A   nearby   paging   transmitter  periodically
 transmits a voice recording announcing, "This is  the  Army
 Joliet  Ammunition  Plant."  What more could a listener ask
 for?

 Aside from a scanner and antenna, the most useful piece  of
 equipment  for sleuthing is a voice actuated (VOX) cassette
 tape recorder.  You don't need a  high  fidelity  model  or
 anything  fancy.   I  use  two  modified Radio Shack CTR-75
 recorders, a discontinued model.

 VOX recorders allow one to compress a whole day's worth  of
 monitoring  onto  a  single tape.  I often leave a recorder
 "armed" and connected to a scanner at home while  I  am  at
 the  office or doing something else.  When call letters are
 mumbled, I can play and replay the tape until  I  hear  and
 understand them.

 The following examples illustrate techniques I've  used  to
 derive new frequency information.



             Examine the FCC License on Premise

 I have found the actual FCC radio  license,  complete  with
 frequency  assignments, hanging on the walls of places like
 the Bell Labs security office and the guard shack at  Waste
 Management's Greene Valley Landfill in Naperville.



            Examine the Labels on Radio Equipment

 Frequency information is engraved on labels on the back  of
 many  walkie-talkies,  or  inside  the battery compartment,
 like in the Motorola HT220 model.  Most pagers have  labels
 on  the  bottom  or  inside.   Like  passwords  taped  onto
 terminals, it's not uncommon to find Dymo or  P-Touch  tape
 labels  embossed  with frequencies or call letters glued to
 the front of base stations.

 You  can  make  your  own  opportunities  for  eyeing   the
 equipment  or  take  advantage  of "open house" events.  If
 information is displayed publicly, then a reasonable person
 could assume it's not government secret.

    - At the annual Glenview Naval Air Station open house, I
      examined  a  military  manpack  radio  being  used  by
      dispensary paramedics.  The radio's  tuning  dial  was
      set at 34.15 MHz.

    - The Illinois Army National Guard displayed two armored
      personnel  carriers  at  the  local  county fair, each
      equipped with VHF-FM and HF-SSB transceivers.

      In addition to a  tuning  control  (VFO),  the  VHF-FM
      radio  had  a  set of channel select pushbuttons, much
      like those in a car radio. I asked a guardsman  a  few
      questions  about  the  radio,  and he demonstrated the
      channel preset feature.  A  panel  above  the  channel
      pushbuttons  was labeled with the frequencies: 32.055,
      34.45, 35.35, 40.55, and 40.60 MHz.

    - An Army National Guard UH1 helicopter was displayed at
      the  Marseilles  armory  "open house".  The public was
      permitted   to   climb   aboard,   and   observe   the
      instrumentation  and  radio  gear.  A channel plate on
      the   instrument   cluster   listed   over   a   dozen
      frequencies.

 Hobbyists are urged to exercise a modicum of restraint  and
 good judgement.  In New Jersey, a radio technician/hobbyist
 called to service  a  transmitter  in  a  county  building,
 noticed  a new unattended repeater installation in the same
 room.  Being curious about what frequency this repeater was
 on,  he opened the access door to copy the frequencies from
 the  radio's  crystals.   It  turns  out  that  this  radio
 belonged  to  the US Secret Service, and opening the access
 door could have activated a "tamper alarm"!

 The  tech  was  skating  on  thin  ice.   He  had  nobody's
 permission to tamper with that equipment.

 Another source of frequency information is as close as your
 nearest  Radio Shack store.  Some Radio Shack stores make a
 local frequency list  available  to  assist  their  scanner
 customers.   Be  sure  to  ask.  Stores located in shopping
 malls almost always know the mall security frequencies.   I
 often check the frequencies programmed into the floor model
 scanners, too.



           Equipment to Determine Frequency Usage

 If you don't know the exact frequency, but have  a  general
 idea  of the range (e.g. 150 - 152 MHz), use your scanner's
 "search"  mode.   Most  programmable  scanners  afford  the
 ability  to  search between two frequency limits set by the
 user.  Some models, including  the  Radio  Shack  PRO-2035,
 ICOM  R7000/R7100,  Bearcat  2500XLT, and Bearcat 250, have
 the ability to automatically store active frequencies found
 during an unattended search operation.

 To find the frequency of a hotel communications system, one
 fellow  installed  his Bearcat 250 in his car and parked in
 the hotel lot, leaving  the  scanner  in  the  "search  and
 store"  mode.   He  left  the  antenna  disconnected so the
 scanner  would  only  respond  to  a  transmitter  in   the
 immediate vicinity.

 Test equipment can aid  in  the  quest  for  new  frequency
 information.  I've used a spectrum analyzer connected to an
 outside antenna, another spectrum analyzer connected  to  a
 receiver  IF  stage,  and  a frequency counter for close-in
 work.


               How Can I Determine To Whom I'm
                   Listening? - An Example

 While scanning the industrial frequencies in  the  150  MHz
 range, a van driver was overheard communicating with "base"
 while driving around my town.  The stations involved  never
 used  FCC  call  signs  --  this would have made life a lot
 easier for me, and legal for them! (one may use FCC license
 microfiche,  described  earlier, to identify stations using
 call letters.)  Transmissions were short and infrequent, so
 it  was  decided  to  tape record all transmissions on this
 frequency for  several  days  to  determine  the  station's
 identity.

 During daylight hours, a modified Regency K500 scanner  was
 left  tuned  to  the target frequency, connected to a cheap
 tape recorder through a  home  built  interface.   Using  a
 carrier  operated  relay, the tape interface supplied power
 to the recorder only during radio transmissions, so a day's
 worth of traffic could be compressed into a 45 minute tape.

 Each day, the tape was played  back  and  notes  on  names,
 locations,   and  activities  mentioned  during  the  day's
 transmissions were taken.  The van driver  appeared  to  be
 making  daily stops at a local bank and two shopping malls.
 A Walgreen's store seemed to be the only stop at one  mall.
 A  few  times, "base" ordered the van "back to the Training
 Center."   There  were  frequent  references   to   "guests
 checking  out",  "dropping a guest off", and "instructor[s]
 missing a class".  At times, "base" spoke with  "security",
 who  must  have  been  using a walkie-talkie as his signals
 weren't strong enough to hear.

 Was this a hotel?  Calls to the three local hotels revealed
 that  none  provides  shuttle  bus  service to the shopping
 malls.  A call  to  the  Walgreen's,  inquiring  about  bus
 service  to  the  store,  drew  another  blank.   During my
 shopping trips, I began to pay  closer  attention  to  vans
 with antennas driving through the parking lots.

 I was leaving the mall one day, when a week's  effort  paid
 off.   A  maroon  and  white  van,  equipped  with a VHF-Hi
 antenna, was dropping shoppers off at Walgreen's.   A  sign
 on the van's door read:


 XYZ Central Training Center (XYZ is  a  pseudonym  for  the
 actual licensee name.)
                       Lisle, Illinois


 I watched the driver pick up a microphone, and listened  to
 him on my portable scanner checking back with his "base".

 All the  pieces  fit:  the  "guests",  the  "classes",  the
 "instructors".   Mystery  solved; I had been monitoring the
 customer training center for a large computer manufacturer.
 The  training  center has hotel rooms and dining facilities
 to  accommodate  students  from  out  of   state.    As   a
 convenience,  shuttle  van  service  is  provided  to local
 shopping malls.


                           Summary

 Through books, government records, and radio clubs, scanner
 listeners can make use of frequency information compiled by
 others.  Two-way radio users often fail to  identify  their
 transmissions   properly,  making  it  more  difficult  for
 listeners to know who they are  monitoring.   By  examining
 radio   equipment   labeling,  and  monitoring  and  taping
 transmissions,  scanner   enthusiasts   can   unearth   new
 information.


                          Addresses


                Grove Enterprises,
                PO Box 98,
                140 Dog Branch Road,
                Brasstown, NC 28902.
                tel [phone]
                order line [phone]

                Official Scanner Guides,
                P.O. Box 525-NS
                Londonderry, NH 03053.
                tel [phone]
                order line [phone]

                Scan America,
                430 Garner Drive,
                Suffield, OH 44260-1557

                Scanner Master,
                PO Box 428,
                Newton Highlands, MA 02161.
                telephone [phone].

__________

 1. See "The Government Giveth, the Government Taketh Away",
    by Richard Prelinger, in Monitoring Times, July 1982.

 2. See "AFIO and the FOIA", by Bob Grove, in Monitoring
    Times, September 1982.
--
==============================================================================
Copyright 1996, Bob Parnass, AJ9S                           [e-mail]

             Find and identify transmitter sites with RadioMap(tm)


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:54 1996
From: GARY BARNES <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: I can build you "TRUNKING" scanners
Date: 13 Mar 1996 20:33:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7bfb$[e-mail]>

If I can get enough orders I can manufacture scanners that track trunking syst
ems.I am only interested in Motorola type systems.E.F.Jhonson and GE are not a
s popular
are not as popular so there wouldn't be as great of demand for these types.

Email me if interested.
Thanks,

Gary


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:25:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Matthew Cable)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Interesting Boston freqs?
Date: 11 Mar 1996 23:42:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2dpg$[e-mail]>

Anyone have interesting frequency lists for the
Boston/Cambridge/Somerville area?

--
  Matthew E Cable  /  Senior Systems Administrator
      [e-mail]  /  Internet Technologies Group, Inc.
     617.864.7800  /  Cambridge, MA


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.info
Subject: Introduction to Scanning
Date: 14 Mar 1996 15:02:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9cdl$[e-mail]>
Keywords: FAQ food, motivation, scanner sources, books, clubs

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                  Introduction to Scanning
                    by Bob Parnass, AJ9S

  [NOTES: This article may not be reproduced in whole or  in
 part   on   CDROMS,   in   bulletin  boards,  networks,  or
 publications which charge for service without permission of
 the author.  Free distribution is encouraged.]

 This  introduction  is  intended  for  people  new  to  the
 scanning  hobby and is oriented to scanning in the USA.  It
 tells where you can buy your first scanner,  what  features
 it  should  have, where to get it repaired if required, how
 to get frequency information, and mentions  a  few  scanner
 clubs worth joining.

 The author writes a monthly "Scanner Equipment" column  for
 Monitoring  Times magazine, published by Grove Enterprises,
 but views expressed in this article are his own.


                        Why Scanning?

 Every day and night, scanner hobbyists are  entertained  by
 what  they  overhear  on  their  radios.  Police cars, fire
 engines,  ambulances,  airplanes,  armored  cars,   trains,
 taxis,  and  buses are all equipped with radios and you can
 listen to them.  You can monitor the local sheriff and fire
 departments  to  hear about events "as they happen," before
 the news reporters hear about them.  Hostage  dramas,  bank
 robberies,  car  crashes,  chemical  spills,  neighbor  and
 domestic disputes, tornado sightings are all fair game.  In
 a single afternoon, you can hear a high speed police chase,
 Drug  Enforcement  agents  on  a   sting   operation,   and
 undercover FBI agents as they stakeout a suspect.

 How about listening to  a  presidential  candidate  discuss
 strategy  with his advisor from a 415 MHz radiophone in Air
 Force 1, or a team of G-men protect him while  transmitting
 in the 167 MHz range?

 Baby monitor intercoms are actually  transmitters  and  you
 can hear them between 49.67 and 49.99 MHz.

 Stay ahead of road conditions by listening to highway  road
 crews,  snow  plows,  and  traffic helicopter pilots.  Many
 midwesterners monitor  the  state  police  and  and  county
 sheriff  to  learn  of  approaching  tornados  long  before
 warnings are broadcast on TV and  commercial  radio.   Take
 your  scanner  to  sporting  events  and listen to race car
 drivers, football coaches, etc., in the 151, 154,  and  468
 MHz ranges.

 Monitor the everyday hustle and bustle of businesses,  from
 cable  TV  repair  crews  tracking  down pirate descrambler
 boxes, to security guards at your nuclear  power  plant  or
 mall security guards chasing a shoplifter.


                     Is Scanning Legal?

 In the United States, scanning from your home or at work is
 perfectly   legal   in  most  situations.   The  Electronic
 Communications Privacy Act  of  1986  made  it  illegal  to
 listen  to  mobile phones, common carrier paging, and a few
 other types of communication.  Public law  103-414,  signed  |
 Oct.  25,  1994,  amended  the  law  (Title 18 USC, Part I,  |
 chapter 119, sections 25110 and 2511) and outlaws listening  |
 to  cordless  phones,  too,  but  many scanners cover these
 frequencies, and it's clear that Americans still listen  to
 whatever  they  want  in  the  privacy  of  their own homes
 despite the laws.

 It  is  now  illegal  for  companies   to   sell   recently
 manufactured scanners which cover or can be easily modified
 to cover the  cellular  phone  frequencies,  but  sales  by
 private individuals will still be allowed.

 Speaking of privacy, federal law also requires you to  keep
 what  you  hear to yourself and not use the information you
 hear on your scanner for personal gain.

 Be aware  that  several  states  have  laws  pertaining  to
 scanning   while  in  your  car.   Indiana  restricts  some
 portable scanners.  A few states  have  enacted  their  own
 laws  against  listening  to cordless phones.  You can find
 out about these restrictions in a paperback book, Listeners
 Lawbook,  compiled by Frank Terranella, Esq.  available for
 $9.95  +  shipping  from  Grove  Enterprises,  PO  Box  98,
 Brasstown, NC 28902.


                 What Scanner Should I Buy?

 Radio Shack and Uniden  (maker  of  Bearcat,  Regency,  and
 Cobra brands) offer a wide choice of scanners.  Radio Shack
 scanners are actually manufactured  by  both  GRE  (General
 Research  Electronics)  and by Uniden.  Personally, I don't
 recommend Trident nor  many  of  the  AOR  brand  scanners,
 although the AR8000 and AR3000 have good reputations.

 Programmable  (synthesized)  units  have  replaced  crystal
 controlled  models  as  they  don't  require  crystals  and
 usually have a keypad that permits you to store frequencies
 into  channels.   Programmables are now so cheap it doesn't
 make sense to buy a  crystal  unit  as  your  main  scanner
 unless you get it for under $45 or so.

 You can get a battery operated hand held scanner, a  bigger
 "base"  scanner  which  is  powered from an AC outlet, or a
 mobile scanner which connects  to  your  auto's  electrical
 system.   There  are  tradeoffs -- base and mobile scanners
 have larger displays and almost always provide  more  audio
 than  portables,  and  some  portables  are  more  prone to
 interference when connected to outdoor antennas  than  base
 models.   But  when  severe weather knocks out the power in
 your home, there's nothing like having a  battery  operated
 scanner   to   monitor   the   power   utility  and  police
 frequencies!

 Make sure your first scanner:

  1.  has a "search" feature, which allows it to search  all
      the  frequencies  between two frequency limits of your
      choosing.  The lowest cost programmables can't search.
  2.  covers the 800 MHz band.  Usage of the 800 -  950  MHz
      band  is  growing  fast  and  you will miss out on the
      action unless your scanner covers this band.

 If you're not sure whether you'll like scanning, don't want
 to  spend  much  money,  a  40  channel  radio will do.  In
 general, the more channels and banks, the better.

 Most of the action takes place on  frequencies  between  30
 and 1000 MHz, so don't be misled by scanner models boasting
 coverage from 3 to 2000 MHz.  There's currently not much to
 monitor in the 1000 - 2000 MHz range.

 If you are interested in receiving  short  wave,  that  is,
 signals  in  the 3 - 30 MHz range, it's best to get a short
 wave  radio  specifically  designed   for   that   purpose.
 Although  some  scanners receive the short wave band, their
 performance in that range is often second rate.

 Deluxe scanners can be controlled and/or  downloaded  by  a
 personal  computer,  a feature which appeals to a small but
 growing number of scanner owners.

 Almost  all  low  and  mid-priced  scanners  are  prone  to
 receiving  images  -- receiving the same signal erroneously
 on two or more frequencies.  With a few exceptions,  images
 are  unwelcome  due  to  the interference they cause, e.g.,
 hearing aircraft transmissions while the scanner  is  tuned
 to  the  local  police frequency.  Premium quality scanners
 use "up  conversion"  circuitry,  a  scheme  which  greatly
 reduces, but does not eliminate, image reception.

 Currently,  the   more   popular   scanners   include   the
 Uniden/Bearcat  BC760XLT  (a/k/a  950XLT)  and discontinued
 Radio  Shack  PRO-2006  base/mobiles,  the   Uniden/Bearcat
 BC200XLT (a/k/a BC205XLT), BC220XLT, and Radio Shack PRO-43
 portables.  A number of owners  report  problems  with  the
 Icom  R1 portable and the older Uniden/Bearcat 8500XLT base
 and 2500XLT portable.  The new Uniden  BC9000XLT  base  and
 BC3000XLT  portable  work  very  well  and  are  my current
 favorites.

 Considered by many as the best scanner ever made,  the  400
 channel  Radio  Shack  PRO-2006  was  replaced  by the 1000
 channel PRO-2035, which was replaced by the PRO-2042.   The
 portable Radio Shack PRO-62 and PRO-60 are good performers.
 All five models employ up conversion and are made for Radio
 Shack by GRE (General Research Electronics).


                      Scanner Antennas

 All scanners come  with  a  built  in  antenna,  permitting
 reception up to about 20 miles or so.

 Portable scanners  are  supplied  with  a  helical  (spring
 shaped)   antenna,   covered  by  rubber.   The  rubberized
 antennas furnished with current models are  too  stiff  and
 place  stress  on  the  antenna jack.  Older scanners to be
 supplied with more flexible antennas.  I prefer to  replace
 the  stock  antenna  with  an  Icom FA-1433B dual band flex
 antenna which is thin and  very  flexible  while  providing
 better performance than a stock antenna.

 Although it is small  and  somewhat  tolerant  of  physical
 abuse,  the  range  of  a heliflex antenna is very limited.
 Augmenting it with a  19"  telescoping  metal  antenna  can
 improve portable reception greatly.

 Since 1988, I've used the "Thin-Stick" 18 inch  telescoping
 antenna  for  extended  range on my portable scanners and 2
 meter walkie-talkies.   The  Thin-Stick,  made  in  USA  by
 Smiley  Antenna  Co., Inc., is designed to cover both the 2
 meter and 220 MHz bands, but its variable length  means  it
 can  be  adjusted  for  optimum performance on other bands.
 What  makes  the  Thin-Stick  different  from  an  ordinary
 telescoping  antenna  is the spring between the antenna and
 the connector portions.  The spring  absorbs  most  of  the
 impact  if the antenna collides with an object.  The street
 price is  about  $17  and  it  is  available  from  Amateur
 Electronic Supply, Milwaukee and other retailers.

 Outdoor antennas, like the Channel Master 5094A or  Antenna
 Specialists  AV-801  (recently  discontinued),  can  extend
 reliable reception to 100 miles or more.  If you do use  an
 outdoor antenna, be sure to disconnect and ground it during
 storms and when not in use to  avoid  a  lightning  hazard.
 Discone and ground plane type antennas can be more prone to
 cause scanner damage due to static charge  buildup  because
 they are not at "DC ground."



                   Coaxial Cable Feedlines

 If your antenna installation requires more than 50 feet  of
 feedline,  use RG213/U or high quality RG8/U coaxial cable.
 RG213/U  has  a  non-contaminating  jacket  and  will  last
 longer.   Each  has  an  outer  diameter  of  about 13/32".
 Similarly sized Belden 9913 cable  and  clones  have  lower
 attenuation  but  are  difficult  to  bend, require special
 connectors, and can accumulate moisture inside because they
 are hollow.

 If you must use a small diameter cable for long  runs,  use
 RG6/U.   Avoid  RG58/U (7/32" OD) due to its losses at high
 frequencies.  RG8/X (1/4" OD) is suitable for  short  patch
 cords.



                 Where Can I Buy A Scanner?

 Almost every community has at least one Radio Shack  store,
 and  you  can  find  scanners there.  Discount chain stores
 like Wal-Mart, K-Mart,  Service  Merchandise,  and  Circuit
 City   sell   scanners,   but  carry  just  a  few  models.
 Department stores, like Sears Roebuck and Montgomery Wards,
 sometimes offer low end scanners, although at high prices.

 The best buys on new scanners are from reputable mail order
 radio dealers, for example:


    - Grove Enterprises, 300 S. Highway 64 West,  Brasstown,
      NC  28902.   For  a  free catalog, call [phone].
      Telephone (orders only): [phone].

    - National Tower Company, PO Box 15417, Shawnee Mission,
      KS 66215.  Telephone [phone].

    - The Ham Station, 220 N. Fulton  Ave.,  Evansville,  IN
      47719-0522.  Telephone [phone].

    - Scanner World (Albany, NY). Telephone [phone].

    - Amateur Electronics Supply (Milwaukee, WI).  Telephone
      [phone].

 Beware of inflated "shipping and handling" charges  and  be
 sure to include these when comparison shopping.

 Used scanners may  be  found  at  hamfests,  flea  markets,
 garage  sales,  or  listed  in the classified advertisement
 section of your newspaper.


                   Modifying Your Scanner

 The  term  "mod"   is   often   used   as   shorthand   for
 "modification."   If  you  are handy with a soldering iron,
 you may be interested in modifying ("modding") your scanner
 to add features or enhance its performance.  Be warned this
 usually  voids  your  warranty  and  current   models   are
 difficult  to  service  due  to the small, delicate surface
 mount  components.   By  federal  regulation,  new  scanner
 models cannot be easily modified to tune the cellular phone
 bands.

 The term "mod" has been narrowly used  by  some  people  to
 mean  a  change which permits a scanner to receive cellular
 phone frequencies.  This definition is far too  restrictive
 as there are several ways one could modify a scanner, e.g.,
 changes  to  improve  audio  quality,  adding  an  S-meter,
 expanding  the  number  of  channels, changing the earphone
 jack to accept stereo headphones, etc.

 Modification article files can be copied from  several  ftp
 sites including the /pub/ham-radio/mods directory at:


        garfield.catt.ncsu.edu
        oak.oakland.edu (IP address 141.210.10.117)

 KD4MOJ maintains a scanner modification server  for  people
 without  FTP  access.   You  can  request a list of scanner
 modifications by sending electronic mail with the words GET
 INDEX.TXT to [e-mail]

 If you cannot find  files  describing  modifications  to  a
 particular  scanner,  it's probably because nobody bothered
 to devise a modification, or more likely, nobody has  taken
 the time to document their modification.

 Modification articles posted on Usenet seem to have a  life
 of  their  own.   Frequently, they are plagiarized from the
 Internet  and  compiled  by  book,  CDROM,   and   magazine
 publishers,  sometimes reworded, then sold.  Hobbyists then
 copy  the  modifications  from  the  books,   CDROMs,   and
 magazines  back  onto  the Internet or BBSs (bulletin board
 systems)!

 Grove  Enterprises  and   other   companies   advertise   a
 warranted, modification for fee service.


                    Scanner Repair Shops

 Is your scanner broken?  Aside  from  sending  the  scanner
 back  to  the  manufacturer  for repair, here are least two
 companies which repair scanners:

   1.  Electronic Repair Centers (telephone [phone])  -
       Several  people  have  been  pleased with good repair
       service from Electronic Repair  Centers  in  Franklin
       Park,  Illinois.  Although they are not authorized to
       perform warranty work, this outfit has been repairing
       Bearcat  scanners  for  several years.  They charge a
       flat rate of fixing scanners, and shipping is  extra.
       Electronic  Repair  Centers will fix Regency scanners
       if they can obtain the parts.

   2.  G & G Communications (telephone [phone]) -  This
       family  owned company repairs scanners and pagers and
       stocks parts for several older models.  G & G  cannot
       usually   repair   AOR   scanners   due  to  lack  of
       manufacturer support.  G & G sells and sometimes buys
       old  scanners  and  parts,  too.  They are located at
       9247 Glenwood Drive, LeRoy, NY 14482.


          Where Can I Obtain Frequency Information?

 To avoid chaos, the FCC licenses two-way  radio  users  and
 assigns  them  specific frequencies.  Groups of frequencies
 are allocated to specific types  of  users,  so  you  won't
 usually find fire departments using the same frequencies as
 taxi drivers, for example.

 Scanner enthusiasts can obtain frequency  information  from
 several  sources,  including  books,  government microfiche
 records, or other listeners.

 Books: The most convenient  source  of  fire,  police,  and
 local  government  frequencies is Gene Hughes' Police Call,
 published each year in 9 regional volumes by Hollins  Radio
 Data,  and sold at Radio Shack and larger book stores.  The
 1996 editions  contain  selected  business  listings,  too,
 although callsigns are listed only for local government and
 public safety licensees.

 I also recommend the book, Monitor  America,  published  by
 SMB  Publishing  (now  known as Scanner Master Publishing),
 and available from Grove Enterprises for about $30.  A new,
 1100  page  3rd  edition is now available.  Monitor America
 contains several pages of police, fire,  local  government,
 news  media,  sports,  federal  government,  and commercial
 broadcast frequencies  for  all  50  states.   It  contains
 detailed  communications  system profiles and precinct maps
 for major metropolitan areas.  Police and fire radio  codes
 and  unit  identifiers  unique to local agencies are listed
 for several cities.  This differs from Police  Call,  which
 gives  a  more sterile, but uniform treatment of licensees,
 listing even the smallest of towns.

 Uniden has published several regional directories using the
 "Betty  Bearcat"  name,  although  there  are  much  better
 directories   available   from   Scanner   Master   (Newton
 Highlands, MA, tel. [phone]) for some regions.

 The  most  readily  available  source   of   sensitive   US
 government  frequencies  is  still Tom Kneitel's Top Secret
 Registry of US Government Radio Frequencies.  Published  by
 CRB  Research,  the  8th  edition  is  available from Grove
 Enterprises  for  about  $22.   Kneitel's   book   contains
 frequency listings for NASA, military, FBI, Secret Service,
 DEA,  IRS,  Border  Patrol,  arsenals,  ammunition  plants,
 missile sites, and others in the 25 to 470 MHz range.

 Tab Books Master Frequency File, first edition, written  by
 James  Tunnell and Robert Kelty, lists federal agencies and
 frequencies and deserves a read.   However,  there  are  no
 military  listings and many pages are devoted to appendices
 and references which contain no  frequency  listings.   The
 space  would  be  much  better  used  by a combined federal
 frequency list sorted by frequency.

 Commercial Magazines:  Although  national  in  circulation,
 local  frequency  information  is  sometimes  available  in
 Grove's  Monitoring  Times  (tel.  [phone])  and   the
 sensationalistic  Popular  Communications,  (tel.  516-681-
 2922).  National Scanning  Report  is  a  national  scanner
 magazine   published   bimonthly  and  is  affiliated  with
 Uniden's Bearcat Radio  Club.   Early  issues  disappointed
 experienced scanner hobbyists, but it now has a good column
 on scanner  modifications  and  has  greatly  improved  its
 coverage  of east coast frequencies since merging with NESN
 (North East Scanner  News).   The  best  scanner  frequency
 lists  are often found in club publications, not commercial
 magazines, and are discussed later.

 Government Records: Every year, the US Government sells FCC
 license  information,  in  the  form  of microfiche, floppy
 disk, and magnetic tape,  to  the  public  through  the  US
 Department   of  Commerce  National  Technical  Information
 Service (NTIS).  The high cost of buying government records
 limits their appeal to hardcore enthusiasts.  You can write
 for a catalog of FCC Master Frequency Database items to the
 NTIS, 5285 Port Royal Road, Springfield, VA 22161.

 The FCC has an agreement with PerCon (tel. [phone]), a
 private  company,  to  sell  FCC license information to the
 public on CDROMs.  You can buy the full license information
 for  a  multi  state  region  or  a  less  detailed license
 database covering the the entire USA  on  CDROM  for  about
 $100.  The PerCon Spectrum CDROM sells for $29 and contains
 a handful of fields for every FCC license in the  US.   The
 Spring   1995  edition  works  in  DOS,  Windows,  and  Mac
 environments.

 Grove enterprises sells FCC license  information  on  CDROM
 for  $100.   In the 1995 edition, fields are different than
 PerCon's Spectrum CDROM but the data appears to be  of  the
 same vintage.  The licensee name and licensee city are used
 instead of the DBA (doing business as) name and transmitter
 city which makes query results confusing.

 As I have already done for hundreds of  radio  enthusiasts,
 companies,  government  agencies,  and organizations across
 the country, I will locate FCC licensed  and  selected  FAA
 transmitter  sites in an area of your choice, in any state,
 and produce a custom RadioMap(TM) report, including  an  8-
 1/2"  by  11"  scaled color map, protected by plastic.  The
 map is marked with  transmitter  sites,  cities,  highways,
 airports, military installations, national parks, etc.

 RadioMap allows you to identify antenna sites and visualize
 the  transmitter  locations in your neighborhood, near your
 office, and other places of interest --  from  VLF  through
 microwave.   The  report  lists frequencies, callsigns, and
 licensee  names.   RadioMap  covers  police,  fire,   local
 government,   TV,   business,   industry,  common  carrier,
 railroad, trucking, and  many  more  types  of  transmitter
 sites,   excluding   ham   radio  stations.   Wireline  and
 nonwireline cellular phone and AM/FM broadcast  transmitter
 sites are clearly marked using unique color icons.

 Industrial customers use RadioMap  reports  to  survey  the
 "radio  environment"  prior  to  installation of radios and
 wireless microphones at customer sites.  RadioMap  is  used
 by  the  maritime  and broadcast industries, as well as ham
 radio operators to solve  intermod  interference  problems,
 and  has  been  very  favorably  reviewed  in  RCMA Scanner
 Journal, American Scannergram, and USSN.

 The  RadioMap  processes  and  software  are   unique   and
 proprietary.   Unlike  "more tame" maps, RadioMap shows the
 locations of military bases, ammunition  plants,  arsenals,
 weapons factories, and other military installations.

 For a flat fee, you  choose  the  center  location,  and  I
 choose the range, depending on transmitter site density:

         suburbs: 5 mile range (100 sq. mi. area)
         rural areas: 10 or more miles (400 sq. mi. area)
         dense urban area: 1 - 2 mile range

 Longer ranges for additional charge - call for pricing.

 A custom RadioMap report costs $20.95 plus  $5.00  shipping
 and  handling.   For  an additional $4.00, I will include a
 custom frequency allocation histogram,  a  0  -  1,000  MHz
 "spectrum  analyzer-like" display showing spectrum usage by
 the transmitters in the map coverage area.  Send  check  or
 money  order payable to Bob Parnass for $25.95 for standard
 or  $29.95  for  deluxe  RadioMap  report  with  histogram.
 Include  your  name,  address,  and telephone number, along
 with center location (nearest intersection of 2 streets, or
 latitude  &  longitude)  and  mail  to:  Bob  Parnass, 2350
 Douglas Road, Oswego, IL 60543.  tel. [phone] PM
 central time.  For a brochure, send SASE.


            Do Your Own Frequency Detective Work

 When you try listening to a frequency for the  first  time,
 you'll want to know who you're hearing.

 Although FCC rules require radio systems to identify  their
 operations   with   their   assigned  call  letters  either
 automatically or  verbally,  most  ignore  the  regulation.
 This  often makes it difficult to know who is transmitting.
 Moreover, many radios  are  now  being  placed  in  service
 illegally,   without   first  obtaining  the  required  FCC
 license.

 There  is  a  challenge  in  deriving  new  spectrum  usage
 information  on  your  own.   Sometimes it requires several
 days of  listening,  taping,  and  compiling  fragments  of
 information.   Other  times,  the  frequency information is
 there for the taking - without hassle.

 You can approach from two directions:

   1.  Listen first: Monitor a frequency or frequencies, and
       try  to determine who's transmitting and what purpose
       the channel serves.  Once you identify the user,  log
       the information.

   2.  Compile first: Take advantage of opportunities,  such
       as  examining the frequency label on a guard's radio,
       or reading the FCC  license  hanging  on  the  "radio
       room"  wall, to compile frequency lists, then monitor
       the listed  frequencies  to  confirm  that  they  are
       really  in  use.   Readers  are urged to abide by the
       rules of good taste and local laws in the  quest  for
       frequency  information.   Don't trespass, wait for an
       invitation.

 Most listeners use a combination of both approaches.

 You can examine the FCC license on premise.  I  have  found
 the  actual  FCC  radio  license,  complete  with frequency
 assignments, hanging on the walls of places like  the  mall
 security  office  or  company guard shack.  You can examine
 the labels on radio equipment.   Frequency  information  is
 engraved  on  labels on the back of many walkie-talkies, or
 inside the battery compartment, like in the Motorola  HT220
 model.   Most  pagers  have labels on the bottom or inside.
 Like passwords taped onto terminals, it's not  uncommon  to
 find labels embossed with frequencies or call letters glued
 to the front of base stations.

 You  can  make  your  own  opportunities  for  eyeing   the
 equipment  or  take  advantage  of "open house" events.  If
 information is displayed publicly, then a reasonable person
 could  assume  it's  not  government secret.  Hobbyists are
 urged  to  exercise  a  modicum  of  restraint   and   good
 judgement, however.

                   How Can I Use Equipment
                 to Uncover New Frequencies?

 If you don't know the exact frequency, but have  a  general
 idea  of the range (e.g. 150 - 152 MHz), use your scanner's
 "search"  mode.   Most  programmable  scanners  afford  the
 ability  to  search between two frequency limits set by the
 user.  A few models, like the ICOM R7000/R7100, and R1, and
 older  Bearcat  250  and  Regency K500, have the ability to
 automatically store  active  frequencies  found  during  an
 unattended search operation.

 To find the frequency of a hotel communications system, one
 fellow  installed  his Bearcat 250 in his car and parked in
 the hotel lot, leaving  the  scanner  in  the  "search  and
 store"  mode.   He  left  the  antenna  disconnected so the
 scanner  would  only  respond  to  a  transmitter  in   the
 immediate vicinity.

 Aside from a scanner and antenna, the most useful piece  of
 equipment  for sleuthing is a voice actuated (VOX) cassette
 tape recorder.  You don't need a  high  fidelity  model  or
 anything fancy, a Radio Shack CTR-82 will do.  It's best to
 use a shielded, attenuating cable to feed the scanner audio
 into  the  recorder  rather  than relying on the recorder's
 internal microphone.

 VOX recorders allow one to compress a whole day's worth  of
 monitoring  onto  a  single tape.  I often leave a recorder
 "armed" and connected to a scanner at home while  I  am  at
 the  office or doing something else.  When call letters are
 mumbled, I can play and replay the tape until  I  hear  and
 understand them.

 Test equipment can aid  in  the  quest  for  new  frequency
 information.  I've used a spectrum analyzer connected to an
 outside antenna, and a frequency counter for close-in work.


                Are There Any Scanner Clubs?

 One of the best parts of the hobby is sharing it with other
 radio  buffs.   Trading  information  with  other hobbyists
 about frequencies,  communication  systems,  and  receiving
 equipment is more valuable than any pile of magazines.

 The   world's   largest   scanner   club   is   the   Radio
 Communications  Monitoring  Association (RCMA).  Founded in
 1975, the RCMA is the  "first  national  and  international
 organization   of  monitor  radio  listeners."   There  are
 several regional  chapters  which  hold  regular  meetings.
 Club  dues  are $27.00 per year, which includes the monthly
 Scanner Journal, approximately 50 pages  in  8-1/2"  x  11"
 format.  Although the focus is on VHF and UHF ranges, there
 is coverage of HF utility stations below 30 MHz.  The  RCMA
 web page is at http://comp.uark.edu/~plaws/rcma/.  The RCMA
 electronic mail address is [e-mail].

 Inquiries about RCMA membership  should  be  sent  to  RCMA
 General Manager, P.O. Box 542, Silverado, CA 92676, USA.


                    All Ohio Scanner Club

 A smaller club is the All Ohio Scanner Club.  Its bimonthly
 publication,  The  American  Scannergram, is about 60 pages
 long.  Although concentrating on Ohio and the  Northeastern
 states,  there  is frequency information from other states,
 and plenty of good product reviews and scanning tips.

 Annual dues are $18.50 and more  information  is  available
 from:


               Dave Marshall, Managing Editor
               All Ohio Scanner Club,
               50 Villa Road,
               Springfield, OH 45503.



          Chicago Area Radio Monitoring Association

 The Chicago Area Radio Monitoring  Association  (CARMA)  is
 the  foremost  club  for  scanner  radio  hobbyists  in the
 northern Illinois area.  CARMA was formed from the  Chicago
 chapter  of the Radio Communications Monitoring Association
 (RCMA), and we have been meeting since the early 1980s.

 Many CARMA members are active in ham radio  and  GMRS,  but
 the club is devoted to scanning and scanners.

 Meetings are held on Saturdays, many at  area  restaurants,
 about  6  times a year.  Although lunch starts at noon, the
 meetings begin officially at 1 PM and often run until about
 4  PM.  You must purchase a lunch since we get the room for
 free.  Meetings consist of a quick review of club business,
 sometimes  a  special  presentation,  and  a  "round table"
 discussion/question & answer session.  Large quantities  of
 information  and  frequency  lists are often distributed in
 the form  of  free  handouts.   Members  often  sell  radio
 equipment at the meetings, too.

 In addition  to  regular  meetings,  there  are  two  CARMA
 picnic/field  days  during  which  members  meet at a park,
 erect antennas, eat,  and  operate  scanners  from  battery
 power.   CARMA  members  take  organized  tours  of various
 communications facilities in the area.

 Club meeting dates and times are  published  in  the  CARMA
 newsletter,   published   6  times  a  year.   A  one  year
 subscription is available by mailing a $15  check,  payable
 to Kim Moran, to:


                     CARMA
                     P.O. Box 2681
                     Glenview, IL 60025

 Some  CARMA  members  participate  on  the  CARMA  computer
 bulletin  board,  run  by  Will  Sperling.   There is a $15
 annual fee for the BBS.  If you have a modem  and  terminal
 or  computer,  you  can  reach  the  CARMA  BBS  by calling
 [phone].

 All meetings are held on Saturdays at  locations  announced
 in  advance.   The  next  few  meetings  may be held at the
 Destiny Restaurant, on Rand Road, in Des Plaines, IL.

--
==============================================================================
Copyright 1996, Bob Parnass, AJ9S                           [e-mail]

             Find and identify transmitter sites with RadioMap(tm)


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:03 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Lansing, Michigan
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 96 13:38:06 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hv08f$[e-mail]>

Try 460.2; 460.3;460.4 and 460.5 That's where LPD was when I moved out of
Lansing six months ago. Actually, everything is between 460 and 461, inclding
East Lansing, Okemos and Eaton and Ingham County. Good luck.









From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (SS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Lansing, Michigan
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 96 18:06:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4i1pbr$[e-mail]>
References: <4hv08f$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:
>Try 460.2; 460.3;460.4 and 460.5 That's where LPD was when I moved out of
>Lansing six months ago. Actually, everything is between 460 and 461, inclding
>East Lansing, Okemos and Eaton and Ingham County. Good luck.
>

Thanks, I already have those freq's though.  I live near the airport and was
particularly interested in freq's from there.

Thanks Again,  Shane


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:06 1996
From: "Ronald P. Cain" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 22:11:20 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hu2jd$[e-mail]>

WiLdCaT wrote:
>
> In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
> says...
> >
> > "Ronald P. Cain" ([e-mail]) writes:
> >>
> >> Yes, it is totally illegal to listen to cordless phones on
> frequencies
> >> between 43.72MHz and 44.48MHz, and from 46.61MHz to 46.97MHz.
> >>
> >> Furthermore, you are also forbidden to listen to cellular
> frequencies
> >> between 869.040MHz and 891.510MHz. Totally against the law.
> >
> > Really? So it's ok to listen to 824-849 MHz and 49 MHz? Cool!!!
> >
> >
> >
> I dont think so... Its totally legal.  just as long as you dont tell
> anyone..

In the U.S. of Amerika, if you travel far enough you will find a law
against just about every freedom we possess. Look at all the silly local
laws against scanners and possession while driving.
Anyway, I was being facetious in my post about monitoring certain cord-
less and cellular freqs.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:07 1996
From: Rick Colombo <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 14:27:37 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4i440d$[e-mail]>

Collier Chun wrote:
> There is also a loophole for interference hunting, namely:
>
>         "(v) for other users of the same frequence to intercept any
> radio communication made through a common carrier system that utilizes
> frequencies monitored by individuals engaged in the provision or the
> use of such system, if such communication is not scrambled encrypted.
>

Does this mean it's legal to intercept scrambled signals (that may be
decodable, say like speech inversion)?


Rick [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Nelson)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 11 Mar 1996 08:35:47 GMT
Message-ID: <4i0ol3$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hu2jd$[e-mail]>

WiLdCaT ([e-mail]) wrote:
: >> Furthermore, you are also forbidden to listen to cellular
: frequencies
: >> between 869.040MHz and 891.510MHz. Totally against the law.
: >
: > Really? So it's ok to listen to 824-849 MHz and 49 MHz? Cool!!!
: >
: I dont think so... Its totally legal.  just as long as you dont tell
: anyone..

Nope. The communications act ammendments made it illegal to listen to
cordless phones - period. No frequency bands are specified. Of course,
there is no way to enforce this stupid law - unless you advertise to
the feds that you are doing so.

Bill


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Collier Chun)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 96 07:07:56 PST
Message-ID: <4i440d$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
> "Ronald P. Cain" ([e-mail]) writes:
>> Yes, it is totally illegal to listen to cordless phones on frequencies
>> between 43.72MHz and 44.48MHz, and from 46.61MHz to 46.97MHz.
>> Furthermore, you are also forbidden to listen to cellular frequencies
>> between 869.040MHz and 891.510MHz. Totally against the law.
> Really? So it's ok to listen to 824-849 MHz and 49 MHz? Cool!!!

Actually the law was pretty poorly written and has some 747-size loopholes in
it.

For example, the law states that for cordless phones, the "forbidden" frequenc
ies
are:

"(A) the radio portion of a cordless telephone communication
that is transmitted between the cordless telephone handset and the
base unit;"

This can be interpreted as meaning that the *base-to-handset* frequencies
are not covered, whereas the specified *handset-to-base* frequencies are
off-limits

There is also a loophole for interference hunting, namely:

        "(g) It shall not be unlawful under this chapter or chapter
121 of this title for any person--

        "(iv) to intercept any wire or electronic communication the
transmission of which is causing harmful interference to any lawfully
operating station, to the extent necessary to indentify the source of
such interference; or

So if you're looking for the cause of your TV or radio reception being screwed
 up...
(draw your own conclusions)

An interesting note:

        "(v) for other users of the same frequence to intercept any
radio communication made through a common carrier system that utilizes
frequencies monitored by individuals engaged in the provision or the
use of such system, if such communication is not scrambled encrypted.

Does this mean that if you pick up someone ELSE'S cordless phone
on YOUR cordless phone, it's legal, since you are a "user of the
same frequency"?

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(These represent my opinions alone, and do not represent those of my employer)






From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:10 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 06:50:33 GMT

 "Ronald P. Cain" ([e-mail]) writes:
>
> Yes, it is totally illegal to listen to cordless phones on frequencies
> between 43.72MHz and 44.48MHz, and from 46.61MHz to 46.97MHz.
>
> Furthermore, you are also forbidden to listen to cellular frequencies
> between 869.040MHz and 891.510MHz. Totally against the law.

 Really? So it's ok to listen to 824-849 MHz and 49 MHz? Cool!!!





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:11 1996
From: psjr <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 16:15:31 -1000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Matt wrote:
>
> Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out there for
> under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I just
> bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much sucks.


I have a Uniden EXP9200 that works great, extra battery on charger all the
time and great range.  Daymark had some of these in the single line model for
less than $200.00.  By the way, it is not scannable.

Also try "On Sale" homepage sometimes they have reconditioned units cheap.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joel Kolstad)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: 10 Mar 1996 22:11:47 GMT
Message-ID: <4hvk33$[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Richard Glidewell ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Of the several units I have used, the - believe it or not - Radio Shack
: 900MHz cordless is the best, both on range and clarity. It is a
: spread-spectrum digital unit which is made, I believe, by Cobra. It
: retails in the high $200s but they regularly put it on sale for $229.

: Since it is Radio Shack, you can try it and return it if you don't like
: it.

: Dick G


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:13 1996
From: [e-mail](Ken Mezger)
Newsgroups: alt.toys.hi-tech,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Looking for good Cordless Phone
Date: 12 Mar 1996 00:40:29 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2h5t$[e-mail]>
References: <4hb1u5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]>
[e-mail] (Michael Alexander) writes:
>
>In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Mr.CodeGrabber) wrote:
>
>> >Hey, I'm in the same boat - What's the best cordless phone out
there for
>> >under 200 beans - I don't care about security as much as Range.  I
just
>> >bought a Escort 900 mhz from Damark for $149 - but it pretty much
sucks.
>>
>>
>> I said it before I'll say it again.....
>>
>>
>>
>> Tropez.. Look to office depot!
>>
>> I love the net.................Dooo.
>> Peace from us Fuckers in Canada.
>
>My vote goes to the Tropez 900 NDX ($200 from APS Technologies and
>probably lots of other companies). You can place calls from the
handset
>and the base; it's also got intercom capabilities between the two.
Digital
>voice scrambling, of course. I haven't tried mine out over a distance,
but
>I use it often to go from one room to another, including my basement
>office, and it performs remarkably well. APS is 800-874-1343 (they
also
>happen to sell the best hard drive for the buck, IMHO).
>
>--
>Michael Alexander
>[e-mail]


AS LONG AS YOU ARE LOOKING FOR PHONES AND PRICES YOU MIGHT AS WELL
GO TO THE HELLO DIRECT WEB SITE AND SEE THE CORDLESS PHONES THEY
OFFER! PRICES ARE FAIR...

            http://www.hello-direct.com

GOOD LUCK!

=KEN=


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:14 1996
From: Chuck Penson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Mall of America Freqs
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 1996 10:08:54 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Does anyone know the frequencies used by the Mall of America in
Bloomington Minnesota?

Thanks!

--
Chuck Penson

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:15 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: McDonalds freqs
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 06:48:39 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i5jgb$[e-mail]>
To: Ron Speirs <[e-mail]>

Ron Speirs wrote:
>
> Does anyone know what the freqs is for the customer of Utah McDonald Drive-u
p
> windows? I know the clerk is 154.600 MHz
>
> Thanks
> D. K. Speirs
> KC7LNR

Hi Ron,

the speaker should be on 35.02.  If it's not then you may want to check
for one of the frequecncies listed below.


McDonald's U.S.A.            30.8400       154.5700      San Diego, CA
                             31.0000       170.3050      UNKNOWN OH/NC
                             33.1400       151.8950      Nationwide
                             33.1400       170.3050      Southfield, MI
                             33.4000       154.5400      Frederick, MD
                             33.4000       154.5700      UNKNOWN area **
                             35.0200       151.8950      UNKNOWN area **
                             35.0200       154.4900      Decatur, IN area
                             35.0200       154.6000      Nationwide
                            151.7150       169.4450      Washington, DC
                            151.7450       UNKNOWN       UNKNOWN OH area
                            151.7750       171.9050      UNKNOWN OH area
                            154.5700       170.2450      Nationwide
                            154.6000       171.1050      Nationwide
                            155.0000       UNKNOWN       UNKNOWN OH area
                            457.5375       461.0875      UNKNOWN OH area
                            457.5500       467.7750      UNKNOWN OH area
                            457.6000       467.8250      UNKNOWN OH area
                            460.8875       465.8875      UNKNOWN OH area
                            461.0375       466.0375      UNKNOWN OK/CA
                            461.0875       466.0875      UNKNOWN OH area
                            462.1625       467.1625      UNKNOWN OH area
                            463.2875       468.2875      UNKNOWN NY area
                            464.5125       UNKNOWN       UNKNOWN OH area
                            469.1875       464.1875      Frederick, MD


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:16 1996
From: NewsRadio <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Medical Glossary (Long)
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 09:40:01 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i1m65$[e-mail]>
To: Donald Bowlby <[e-mail]>

Donald Bowlby wrote:
>
>
>
>                   Medical Terms for Scanner Monitors
>
>         Any additions or corrections are appreciated.

This is a great idea to post this! I've been wondering about some of
these (although after listening to the AMB freqs for several years you
figure them out!). Thanks for posting this!

--
--------------------------------------------
Southern Ontario Radio News &
Broadcast Engineering homepage:
HTTP://www.interlog.com/~jmckay
--------------------------------------------


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:17 1996
From: [e-mail] ([e-mail])
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Nascar/Grand National series freqs.
Date: 11 Mar 1996 14:47:55 -0500
Message-ID: <4i201b$[e-mail]>
Summary: racing freqs
Keywords: racing, nascar, winston, freqs

Does anybody have freqs. for the Nascar/Winston Cup/Busch Grand National
series?  I have some freqs from last year but am looking for newly
updated freq. lists.  Any help would be appreciated.

E-mail or post here to help others looking for the same.

Thanks...

[e-mail]
[e-mail]
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael C. Calanan)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Nascar/Grand National series freqs.
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 16:56:03 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i4aa9$[e-mail]>
References: <4i201b$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] ([e-mail]) wrote:

|:>Does anybody have freqs. for the Nascar/Winston Cup/Busch Grand National
|:>series?  I have some freqs from last year but am looking for newly
|:>updated freq. lists.  Any help would be appreciated.

|:>E-mail or post here to help others looking for the same.

|:>Thanks...

|:>[e-mail]
|:>[e-mail]
|:>[e-mail]

Check out the NASCAR Winston Cup Scanner Frequencies page at:

http://student-www.eng.hawaii.edu/carina/nascar/misc/nascar.freqs.html

- mike

Turkish Proverb: "Coffee should be black as hell, strong as
                  death, and sweet as love."

'96 Impala SS: "It goes fast, FAST!"
---
+-------------------------------------------------------+
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|                 Programmer / Analyst                  |
|  Frontier Science and Technology Research Foundation  |
|         4033  Maple Road  Amherst  NY  14226          |
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+-------------------------------------------------------+



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (mark)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: National Electronics
Date: 13 Mar 1996 03:52:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5gpk$[e-mail]>

http://www.sound.net/~ne/
We have just added UNIDEN BEARCAT SCANNERS to our online catalog.






From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:20 1996
From: Allen Tucholski <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need BC9000XLT info (thinking of buying one)
Date: 11 Mar 1996 23:51:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2ea8$[e-mail]>

I would like to know how the BC9000-XLT performs over the Radio Shack Top of t
he line model.
Which would you Purchase?
Allen




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Need BC9000XLT info (thinking of buying one)
Date: 14 Mar 1996 03:57:23 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8n1j$[e-mail]>
References: <4i2ea8$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

The BC9000XLT is definitely the one to buy. A friend of mine who has tried
everything from Radio Shack's Pro2004 on up, as well as other brands, just
bought a 9000 and feels that it is the BEST base receiver on the market
today!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Peter Gerba)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need Manual for Regency MX 7000
Date: 12 Mar 1996 07:01:48 -0800
Message-ID: <4i43ks$[e-mail]>

I need copies of the oweners and service manuals for the Regency MX 7000.
I've called Uniden..they are out of stock.

The MX700 I have needs some repair work and drawings would be helpfull.

thanks, pete
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Peter Gerba)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need manual for Regency MX7000
Date: 12 Mar 1996 06:50:37 -0800
Message-ID: <4i42vt$[e-mail]>

Can any one help with a operators and service manual for the Regency
MX7000 ?
  pete
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Peter Gerba)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need manuals for Regency MX7000
Date: 12 Mar 1996 12:12:13 -0800
Message-ID: <4i4lqt$[e-mail]>

I'm looking for owners and shop manuals for a Regency MX7000 scanner.
Copies are fine.  My MX700 needs work and drawings would be helpfull.

thanks, pete
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:26 1996
From: Allen Tucholski <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need Mods For The PRO-2039
Date: 11 Mar 1996 22:02:14 GMT
Message-ID: <4i27t6$[e-mail]>

First off, can the Pro-2039 be modified?
Looking for full 800 mhz coverage.

Allen




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:26 1996
From: [e-mail](bigbands )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: New Jersey Turnpike
Date: 8 Mar 1996 14:12:51 GMT
Message-ID: <4hpf93$[e-mail]>

With all the snow activity today suggest listening to 159.18, very
powerful, all repeaters; for snow plow teams

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Matt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW TO SCANNING
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 20:49:25 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Please do not flame this.
I am looking to buy a scanner.  I am new to the hobby and need advice
on where to go, what brand, what frequances, and anything else that would be
important to know when buying a scanner.

Please email me.

Matt
[e-mail]


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Adam Huber)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Newest version of Scanman-Where on net?
Date: 12 Mar 1996 18:07:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4i4eho$[e-mail]>

I am searching for a source on the internet where I can find the most
up-to-date version of a shareware program called "Scanman".  Does anyone
know where I can find this program.  I am told it list a lot of
interesting frequencies to program into your scanner.

Thanks.
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
Adam Huber
California State University Long Beach
Internet Address: [e-mail]
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:29 1996
From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Nova Scotia Frequencies
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 22:59:16 GMT
Message-ID: <4ht2ga$[e-mail]>

Does anybody have a list of frequencies for Nova Scotia ? In
particular the Truro area . Any help would be appreciated .



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:30 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail]
Subject: NYC CHOPPER 4 (WNBC)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 19:54:44 GMT

ANy one have any freq. for chopper 4 in NYC?



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave O'Neal)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: On the cell freqs tonight
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 23:34:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4hvolj$[e-mail]>
References: <4hmch2$[e-mail]> <4hthf1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>


>This is only true on some of the newer cell phones, and only to discourage
>scanner buffs from listening in. All other phones (landline, cordless)
>have the their own transmission repeated back to them.

     Sorry, I have to disagree.  There is NO REASON to repeat the
mobile audio.  The mobile only needs to hear the landline party.
There is only so much bandwidth and using some of it to repeat the
mobile audio is POINTLESS!  The hybrid and other types of circuits
that supress the mobiles audio from being repeated are often expensive
and require frequent alignment.  It is IMPOSSIBLE to COMPLETELY
SUPRESS the mobiles audio all of the time.  This may change someday,
but I don't know of anyone who can do it yet.

     This technology is not new either.  It has been used on SMR'sand
repeaters for years.  The reason that cordless phones repeat the audio
is COST.  There is no point in the base unit repeating the cordless
phones audio but it would be EXPENSIVE to prevent it from happening.
It would probably add hundreds of dollars to the price.  Same thing
with landline phones.  You CAN fix the repeating of audio on a land
line phone, but it is EXPENSIVE.  Broadcast stations use a hybrid
circuit that eliminates or greatly reduces the audio repeating.

Dave O'Neal



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:32 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: On the cell freqs tonight
Date: 11 Mar 1996 19:51:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4i207o$[e-mail]>
References: <4hmch2$[e-mail]> <4hthf1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hvolj$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Dave O'Neal) wrote:

>
>     Sorry, I have to disagree.  There is NO REASON to repeat the
>mobile audio.  The mobile only needs to hear the landline party.
>There is only so much bandwidth and using some of it to repeat the
>mobile audio is POINTLESS!  The hybrid and other types of circuits
>that supress the mobiles audio from being repeated are often expensive
>and require frequent alignment.  It is IMPOSSIBLE to COMPLETELY
>SUPRESS the mobiles audio all of the time.  This may change someday,
>but I don't know of anyone who can do it yet.
================

Bandwidth has nothing to do with it. Carrying both sides of the
transmission doesn't add to the bandwidth any more than a DJ speaking over
a record does on a radio station.
Bill




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Donald Bowlby)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Ontario, Canada Ambulance 10 codes
Date: 11 Mar 1996 16:57:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4i1m2e$[e-mail]>
Keywords: ambulance,ontario,canada


        The following is a list of official MOH 10 codes for ambulances

             Ontario Ministry of Health Ambulance 10 Codes
     _________________________________________________________________

   10-3 All Vehicles stop Transmitting
   10-4 Acknowledge
   10-6 Busy-Stand by unless Urgent
   10-7 Arrived(or OUT of Service)
   10-8 Departed (or IN service)
   10-9 Repeat last Transmission 10-13 Unable to say on air (Relative
   near by etc)
   10-19 Return to Base
   10-20 Whats your Loaction
   10-21 Phone by Landline or Cellular
   10-25 Non-Violent Psychiatric Patient
   10-26 Call is cancelled
   10-27 Hostage Taking
   10-34 Whats the Hospital status
   10-36 Emergency is CLOSED (Critical care Bypass)
   10-37 Emergency is OPEN to Code 3's only (ReDirect Considerations)
   10-38 Emrgency is CLEAR
   10-50 Violent Psychiatric Patient
   10-100 Bomb Threat
   10-200 Have Police Attent (often abreviated to 10-2's)
   10-2000 SEND HELP IMMEDIATELY

     _________________________________________________________________

   Taken from my web page at http://chat.carleton.ca/~dbowlby



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joseph Testa)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon FCC data CDROM
Date: 11 Mar 1996 14:42:42 -0500
Message-ID: <4i1vni$[e-mail]>
References: <4hf4na$[e-mail]> <4hvjkb$[e-mail]>

James Lepphaille ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Joseph Testa ([e-mail]) wrote:

: > For those of you who purchased PERCON FCC database for $37.00.  Be aware
: > that even if you do a search to pull for a whole county, that some of the

: Just a quick question.  I bought the Spectrum CD.  Any search takes around
: 10 min. on my 25mhz 4meg machine.  Is this normal?  I don't see any refrence
: to search time in the documentation.

: thanks

: jim


Not sure, i am running a 75mhz, 16 meg machine,  what i ended up doing
since i have drive space and am familiar with other databases, is using an
old version on foxbase, dumped the whole state of ohio to a dbf and then to
a flat file, loaded it up in a package called personal oracle and built
keys(indexes) on all of the fields, the search is quite quick then.

joe





: --
:                               [e-mail]

:   "under the redwoods" Forestville CA, USA "100mi. North of San Francisco"
--
Joseph S. Testa, Database Administrator, Ohio EPA
  N8XCT, Emergency Coordinator (EC) & Local Govt Liaison (LGL)
  Pickaway County, OH and Official Relay Station (ORS), message content
  are MY views and NOT my current employer.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Andy Domonkos)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Philadelphia area Traffic Report Freqs?
Date: 15 Mar 1996 19:08:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4icf8a$[e-mail]>
References: <4i6m2q$[e-mail]> <4i7jtv$[e-mail]>

Thanks for the replies.

Andy



Bill Hayhurst ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Try 450.000 to 450.500.
:
: I find local radio stations linking here to traffic helicopters.
:
:
: West Palam Beach  Florida
:
:
: Bill Hayhurst
:


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:36 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Business Resource Group <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Photojournalist needs best scanner for trunked police transmissions
To: StyleTx <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 16:03:10 GMT

StyleTx wrote:
>
> Please help.
>         I am authorized to buy the best scanner for our newspaper in a
> Dallas/Fort Worth suburb.
>         Our police do not want us to listen to transmissions, but we need
> to show our community what the public servants are doing. Any help would
> be appreciated.
>         Please respond by e-mail to:  [e-mail]
>
>                         Thanks in advance,
>
>                                                 Mark M. Hancock

Well...why don't you (or your newspaper employer) apply to the agency(s)
in question to get one of their radios programmed on their system.  I do
believe there is legal precendent for media outlets doing this.  Both
Oakland, CA and Tulsa, OK come to mind, but I'm sure there are others.
If they are willing, they will probably program a radio with the basic
dispatch talk groups.  I doubt they would program in the more
"sensitive" talkgroups.

Give it try...all they can say is NO!

Regards,
DOUG

P.S.  If you end up with just a scanner, I'd recommend the Bearcat/Uniden
BC9000xlt, though Uniden is rumored to have a couple of new top of the
line models in the works that are "supposed" to be the best ever....we'll
see!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:37 1996
From: D Stark <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Police car terminals
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 11:32:32 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Scott A. McIntyre wrote:
>
> Hi,
>
> Anyone know the details on the terminals that are starting to appear in
> police cruisers around the country?  What frequency do they use,
> protocols, etc?
>
> Probably a FAQ somewhere?
>
> Scott

        It is a frequently asked question, and the answers aren't too encouraging.

        MDTs use a variety of encoding and encryption schemes that are proprietary
to the manufacturers.  Attempting to decode an MDT signal in the US _may_ be a

violation of Title 18 of the U.S. Code.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:38 1996
From: seizure <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Police car terminals
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 16:00:09 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

On Tue, 12 Mar 1996, Scott A. McIntyre wrote:
> Anyone know the details on the terminals that are starting to appear in
> police cruisers around the country?  What frequency do they use,
> protocols, etc?

Those are called VDT's.. some have other names (MDT; Mobile Data
Terminal, and a few others).  They are simply
radio-teletype devices that query information from a Tele-Type database
which simply has VIN #'s, DL #'s, and Tag Registration information from
Nationwide data links.  This service can not always be listened to on
scanner, and that is the whole point; what, you think they WANT you to
hear when people get a ticket?  :)

JunKie <[e-mail]>


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tom Howley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Portland OR / Vancouver WA
Date: 12 Mar 1996 02:04:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2m39$[e-mail]>

Could someone please mail me freqs for this area, I will be going there
March 28.

Tom



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:40 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Portland OR / Vancouver WA
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 06:54:52 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
To: Tom Howley <[e-mail]>



Go to my home page,
http://www.orst.edu/~varineb
Plenty of Oregon freqs available, including Portland and surrounding areas.
Vancouver is on Portlands 800 MHz system

==============================================================================
Brian R. Varine <[e-mail]>
http://www.orst.edu/~varineb
Oregon Freqs/Military.jpgs/Russian ECM list/car ECM eval

He who owns the electromagnetic spectrum, owns the battlefield!
When in doubt, JAM IT!!!!

STOP HIGHWAY ROBBERY------JOIN THE NMA!


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On 12 Mar 1996, Tom Howley wrote:

> Could someone please mail me freqs for this area, I will be going there
> March 28.
>
> Tom
>
>
>


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:41 1996
From: George Pabon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 23 mods????
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 03:01:54 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hello to all,

     Radio Shack is selling the PRO-23 for $99.99.  Wondering if there
are any mods for the unit.  Is there a way to pick up frequencies below
108mhz?  Thanks for any info!!!!

                                                        George


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (R. Ford)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 43: Clear Answer???
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 16:56:13 GMT
Distribution: inet
Message-ID: <4i6v4c$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4i574d$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (SS) wrote:

>In article <[e-mail]>,
>   [e-mail] (Brian M. Scott) wrote:
>>Can someone please give me a clear answer -- Can this scanner be modified or

>>not???
>>

>Depends on when it was built.  If you send me the model# and/or FCC#, I will
>let you know...

If the FCC# does not have a "A" i at the end,  I think it can be
moded. AA020-300 YES
AA020-300A NO



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:42 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Pro 43: Clear Answer???
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References:  <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 04:14:58 GMT


Brian M. Scott ([e-mail]) writes:
> Can someone please give me a clear answer -- Can this scanner be modified or

> not???
>
> H E L P ! ! !

Depends, what's the date code?




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:43 1996
From: [e-mail](David Palmer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-2026 - Good performer?
Date: 9 Mar 1996 05:54:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4hr6fe$[e-mail]>
References: <4hog9h$[e-mail]>

In <4hog9h$[e-mail]> Brady Palmquist
<[e-mail]> writes:
>
>
>I see a lot of discussion about the PRO-2026 and cellular mods, BUT
>I don't much care about cellular...what I need to know is:
>
>Is the receiver susceptible to intermod and overload, especially on
>a base antenna?  My BC 145XL is useless on a base antenna and needs to
>be retired.  With the pro 2026 on sale for $150, I'm tempted to give
it
>a shot.

Mine's a first generation 2026, and it is an RF sponge! It's mounted in
a van, with a magnetic antenna (an AM/FM antenna with a mag mount
typical 30" whip), that one lets the pagers wipe out UHF. I switch to a
18" homemade antenna that is mounted INSIDE the van, near the big glass
window on the side door when the pagers interfere.
--
David Palmer                         [e-mail]

"Oh aint it good when things are going your way, hey! hey!"


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bradley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro-2040 Mods?
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 1996 23:31:18 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

A friend has the Pro-2040, are there any mods that haven't made it to the
ftp sites yet?

I heard that there was a book and mod kits, anyone ever see these?  Are
they worth it at all?

Bradley


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: pro-26 mod
Date: 10 Mar 1996 14:14:05 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4huo3d$[e-mail]>
References: <4hfgbv$95r$[e-mail]>

Dom Guglielmo <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>>> I've come up with a mod that allows the Pro-26 to receive or
>search
>>> ALL locked-out frequencies with full sensitivity!  It only
>requires
>>> one jumper across an IC chip - no other parts - so just about
>anyone

Personally, I wouldn't trust this mod. If it were that easy, it would
have come out long ago.  Why hasn't Bill Cheek or some other tech thought
of it?? Nah, it's not that easy. Jumping the chip could damage it or take
away some other functions/features. And, at $4.00 a pop; I'm sure you'll
be signing some kind of "disclaimer".



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:46 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: pro-26 mod
From: [e-mail] (Ron Roth)
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4huo3d$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 96 14:50:00 -0500

N >  [e-mail] (Gary Belt) writes:
N >  Personally, I wouldn't trust this mod. If it were that easy, it
N >  would have come out long ago.  Why hasn't Bill Cheek or some
N >  other tech thought of it??

 Not all people own all scanners.  You have to have the scanner first
 before you can attempt a mod.  If Bill bought a Pro-26, he'd probably
 be able to figure out those mods as well and maybe print them up in
 his next (?) book.
 Bill is also well aware of some of my earlier mods that go back to
 the RS 2004 mod heydays of the late 80's, as I was one of those that
 came up with some of the mods, and sold them just like he did.

N >  Jumping the chip could damage it or take away some other
N >  functions/features.

 No damage possible to the chip, since all the jumper does is power
 the RF frontend, which the chip is designed to do in the first place.
 It does not take away any other functions, but will add some image
 interference around +/-1100MHz, which is well worth the cellular
 tradeoff, or, alternatively, one could always add a switch instead.

N >  And, at $4.00 a pop; I'm sure you'll be signing some kind of
N >  "disclaimer".

 The only disclaimer on the mods is what can be expected - that it
 may affect the scanner's warranty.  If you think the $4.00 is such
 a big deal, you can always wait till someone posts all the mods to
 the newsgroups.  The feedback of the people who ordered the mods
 has been *100%* positive so far, and they seem to appreciate the
 unlimited e-mail support they have had, or getting any questions
 promptly resolved.  One person suggested that I should have charged
 $40.00 instead :)  There is also the advantage that everyone who
 has given me their e-mail address will automatically get updates
 of any other mods that may come up.
 Interestingly, not everyone seems to be after the cellular mod,
 but they like the ones that keep the back-light on, or extend the
 battery life by 2-3 hours instead.

 * Ron Roth
---
 * RoseReader 2.10b P003228 Entered at [CRS]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:48 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: pro-26 mod
From: [e-mail] (Ron Roth)
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i6etb$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 96 01:00:00 -0500

N >  [e-mail] (Gary Belt) writes:
N >  Ron: You're response to my note was on a very professional level. This
N >  alone indicates to me (even though I don't know you) that you are very
N >  likely on the "up-and-up".
N >  My apologies if my note was damaging in any way, but you must understand
N >  that, on the internet, there are many people who send "crank" notes or,
N >  worse, advice that could be damaging. So, I guess I'm always on guard for
N >  this and, will sometimes post notes challenging information like that.
N >  PS: I agree, it IS well worth the trade off of cellular while gaining
N >  imaging at 1100 Mhz, since I seriously doubt there will be much of
N >  anything to monitor on those freqs.
--
 No offence taken, Gary.  I had a number of people e-mail me and tell
 me that they had contacted every possible source to find out whether
 mods were indeed possible with the Pro-26, and they had all been told
 or e-mailed that the mods couldn't be done, so I can understand your
 concerns.
 In the meantime, one by one of the same people are telling me now
 that they have successfully done the mod(s) and that they indeed work
 as promised, so everyone is happy and no harm was done.

 * Ron Roth
---
 * RoseReader 2.10b P003228 Entered at [CRS]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeff Wyke)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-26 Mod WORKS!!
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 19:37:02
Message-ID: <4iahmr$[e-mail]>

I ordered the mod info from [e-mail], and IT WORKS VERY
WELL!  I was not sure what was involved until I actually tried it
myself.  It works.  He also has a mod for the backlight and one to
delay the "low battery" warning when using rechargeable batteries.

I will not post the mod info, nor will I answer e-mail concerning
the particulars.  Ron is the one to contact, and the 4 measley
bucks is VERY reasonable.  He is a very nice guy, and he is
obviously NOT OUT TO RIP YOU OFF!!

I had contacted several sources prior to contacting Ron.  They all
said, "No Mod available for the Pro-26."

THEY ARE WRONG.  There IS one, and it is VERY EASY TO DO!!

I don't blame you for being skeptical, but throw your skepticism
away and contact Ron.  He will get the mods to you right away.





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:50 1996
From: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro-46 scanner
Date: 10 Mar 1996 05:56:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4htqu8$[e-mail]>


 How do I recognize the type of Pro-46 you mentioned?   Also,  I would like to
 know if my Pro-2040 can be modified.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO2039 or the BC9000XLT Which would you purchase?
Date: 14 Mar 1996 03:39:52 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8m0o$[e-mail]>
References: <4hvhs6$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

The Uniden/Bearcat radios beat ANYTHING that RS has "hands down". The RS
radios are generally better in high-RF areas since they're not the
greatest radios in terms of sensitivity.

The BC9000 is a SUPERIOR receiver. I don't have one, personally, though I
do have a BC3000 handheld. A friend of mine bought the 9000 and is VERY
happy with it. The best base scanner on the market, in his opinion, and
he's tried many of them.

Sell the 2039 or give it as a gift to someone, and go out and get the
9000.

My only question as to cell mods: WHY?


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:52 1996
From: Les Butler <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO2039 or the BC9000XLT Which would you purchase?
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 11:57:32 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hvhs6$[e-mail]> <4i8m0o$[e-mail]>

Mark L9 wrote:
>
> The Uniden/Bearcat radios beat ANYTHING that RS has "hands down". The RS
> radios are generally better in high-RF areas since they're not the
> greatest radios in terms of sensitivity.
>
> The BC9000 is a SUPERIOR receiver. I don't have one, personally, though I
> do have a BC3000 handheld. A friend of mine bought the 9000 and is VERY
> happy with it. The best base scanner on the market, in his opinion, and
> he's tried many of them.
>
> Sell the 2039 or give it as a gift to someone, and go out and get the
> 9000.
>
> My only question as to cell mods: WHY?Bearcat are better than anything RS se
lls? Funny thing is most of what
RS sells is made by Uniden. The other radios are made by G.R.E. General
Research of Electronics in Japan. The GRE radios in the past the
Pro-2004, 2005, and 2006 have blown away anything Uniden has ever
dreamed of. Funny you should mention better sensitivity on the Beracats,
I've alway received more on my RS radios then with my Bearcats.

Better yet of course is to get an AR-8000 or a Icom R-7000 or 7100 if
you really want a radio that performs.

Bearcats have always scanned faster than the rest but fast scaning isn,t
real useful when you lock up on images and adjacent channels all the
time.  You spend more time hitting scan then listening to real radio
signals. The newest Unidens of the last year have suppossed to have
improved intermod operation.


Les


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:53 1996
From: [e-mail]@mail.bctel.ca
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro43 Manual
Date: 15 Mar 1996 06:27:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4ib2k7$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]@mail.bctel.ca

I have a spare Pro43 Owner's Manual that I'd like to give away.

If you live in or near Vancouver, BC and you need this manual,
please respond via email.

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tom Howley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Reno NV
Date: 12 Mar 1996 02:03:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2m0n$[e-mail]>

Could someone please mail me Reno NV area freqs.  I will be going there
April 1.

Thanks

Tom



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:55 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: Fast Food Freq for Roy Rogers?
Date: Sat, 09 Mar 1996 13:17:57 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Robert H. Eisner wrote:
>
> Does anyone know what the new Drive Thru frequency for Roy Rogers is in
> the Washington DC area?
>
> The old frequency was  Customer --> 457.5375  Clerk -->  467.7625
>
> I've tried all Business, Special Industrial and Wireless Mic frequencies
> between the following ranges:
>
>         30.5800  -   49.5800 Mhz
>        151.4900  -  171.9050 Mhz
>        451.7125  -  464.9875 Mhz
>        489-4357  -  496.4375 Mhz
>
> I think they be on 800 Mhz, but have not had any luck in finding them.

Never mind, I had lunch there this afternoon, and managed to find them.

The new frequency is  Customer --> 469.9250  Clerk -->  464.9250

It's a very low power transmitter and cound not be heard beyond the
parking lot.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bruce Herder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Rigs 4 Sale - forsale.txt [1/1]
Date: 12 Mar 1996 02:30:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4i2nkd$[e-mail]>


From [e-mail] Mon Mar 11 06:18:26 1996
Path: netport.com!news
From: [e-mail] (Bruce Herder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.cb
Subject: Radio's 4 sale
Date: 12 Mar 1996 02:25:27 GMT
Organization: "netport a division of Data Services"
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Message-ID: <4i2nan$[e-mail]>
NNTP-Posting-Host: p06.buster.netport.com
Mime-Version: 1.0
Content-Type: Text/Plain; charset=US-ASCII
X-Newsreader: WinVN 0.99.7

  Hello.. I have 2 rigs for sale..

1) Uniden PC76XL - As good as brand new, in the house for a couple of months-
   Probably about the BEST "AM only" mobile rig made. 120 Channels (regular
   CB freqs, plus 40 above, and 40 below) - Clarifier has been "unlocked"
   and has a 5 -10 Khz range depending on the freq being used - Has
   switchable in/out 5-tone "roger-beep" - Modulation mods as well as RF
   output mods (keys at 7, swings to 15) - Has attached Galaxy GL-350
   Frequency Counter - EVERYTHING is set up and ready to go!
                                                               $125.00
                                                               plus shipping

2) Radio Shack Pro 2026 Mobile Scanner - "House-kept" - Has been modified to
   receive entire 800 Mhz band - Programmable, 100 channels (5 banks of 20
   channels) - Pre-programmed fire, police, marine, weather, and aircraft
   freqs - GREAT little rig!

                                                                $100.00
                                                                plus shipping

Both rigs are in absolute MINT condition! "Shipping" could be anywhere from
about $5.00 - $10.00 depending where in the USA your at. USA ONLY PLEASE!!
Please e-mail if interested....
                                                  [e-mail]





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:58 1996
From: Ken Burtchaell <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: RS PRO 2024 MOD WANTED
Date: 15 Mar 1996 13:09:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4ibq6h$[e-mail]>

I am looking for frequency extension mods for PRO2024 scanner???



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:26:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jason Tharp)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: RS PRO-2038 Cellular
Date: 12 Mar 1996 20:00:49 GMT
Message-ID: <4i4l5h$[e-mail]>

I was under the impression that a PRO-2038 was not cellular modifiable.
I just bought one that is receiving cellular EXTREMELY well.  It also has
frequencies in the 800MHz and 500Mhz bands which this scanner is not
supposed to be able to receive; 870-880 and ~520Mhz stuff, programmed
into it.  How'd they do that?  Is it a keypad mod?

--
__________________________
Jason Tharp [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: S.D.P.D  ON 800 MHZ.  NO FUN.
Date: 14 Mar 1996 03:43:21 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8m79$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

Nope, not really. It's gonna be hit and miss. You just have to plug them
all in and it's a crap shoot.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (MidiFinder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Scanner Antenna
Date: 14 Mar 1996 00:40:44 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8bgs$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (MidiFinder)

I've developed a scanner antenna (indoor) that attaches like a ducky, but
offers directivity and excellent signal quality. I built one (cost of
parts, about $4.00) and picked up all of the cellular images on a Pro-26
from INSIDE my house. Also much better reception on all frequencies. I'll
mail anyone plans for $5.00 U.S., plus SASE. Specify main tuning frequency
you require between 300 MGz to 1200 MGz.

Send SASE and $5.00 to:

Ross Voorhees
1641 Payne
Wichita, KS 67203


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Howard)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Scanner Law
Date: 12 Mar 1996 12:18:30 GMT
Message-ID: <4i3q2m$[e-mail]>

We know that Kentucky has strict laws about having Scanners in a car.
What is the law about having a scanner in my pocket while walking?  I
try to walk every day and like to carry my BC200 with me, I sometimes
wonder if it will be conficated if found by the Police.  Thanks



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (LawyerTodd)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Scanner Law
Date: 12 Mar 1996 10:44:07 -0500
Message-ID: <4i4647$[e-mail]>
References: <4i3q2m$[e-mail]>

In article <4i3q2m$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Paul Howard)
writes:

>
>We know that Kentucky has strict laws about having Scanners in a car.
>What is the law about having a scanner in my pocket while walking?  I
>try to walk every day and like to carry my BC200 with me, I sometimes
>wonder if it will be conficated if found by the Police.  Thanks
>
>

Paul: I tried to Email you but it wouldnt go thru, so here's what I know.
Kentucky Revised Statute 432.570 sets forth a general prohibition against
using a scanner outside your residence or place of business.  It lists
several exceptions, however.  For example, if you have a ham radio
license, you can carry a scanner with you (or use your ham radio as a
scanner).  So if you have your ham license, it looks like you will have no
problem carrying the scanner.  Just remember the above-mentioned statute
and point it out to Mr. Police Officer if needed.  Other persons who may
carry scanners in KY include newspaper reporters and tow truck drivers.
If you don't have a ham license, you could get one.  Getting your the
lowest level of ham license is not hard - it just requires a multiple
choice test that you have to study for.  Email me if you have any
questions.  - Todd

     PS - If anyone knows any good frequencies in Louisville, KY or
Jefferson County, KY, I would love to hear from you.  Thanks.

**  STANDARD DISCLAIMERS APPLY.  THIS IS NOT LEGAL ADVICE.  **


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (John)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: SNAPPLE CAPS
Date: 9 Mar 1996 18:26:10 -0500
Message-ID: <4ht42i$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (John)

Hi folks I"d just like to remind you to SAVE THOSE SNAPPLE BOTTLE
CAPS!!!!!  During the bottom of the hour break on the SPECTRUM broadcast
from winterfest 96, we've gotta have something to throw at Dave!!!!!

cya at KULPSVILE!
JOHN
KA2HOI



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dick Williams)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: St. Joseph MO
Date: 12 Mar 1996 16:25:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4i48gs$[e-mail]>

A friend in St. Joseph MO has asked for a starter list to program her
scanner.  I can get them out of the Police Call and Beyond Police Calls
books but wondered if by chance someone one the net might already have a
St. Joe. Freq List to share by email.

Thanks,

Dick Williams  [e-mail]  Kansas City MO



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:06 1996
From: Matt Lemsing <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Starting Out!
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 08:56:48 +1000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi all,
        I am wondering if someone could point me in the right direction
regarding buying a scanner. I am new to all of this therefore don't really
know where to start. I am keen to listen to all the usual...police, fire, air
etc, butI am also keen to listen to cell phones snd if possible, satellite
transmissions. Another thing, I am in Australia (Sydney) so I would need to
be reccomended a model that I could purchase over here. Well, any info would
be really handy. Thanks for your time.

Matt Lemsing ([e-mail])


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:07 1996
From: Matt Lemsing <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Starting Out!
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 08:54:19 +1000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi all,
        I am wondering if someone could point me in the right direction
regarding buying a scanner. I am new to all of this therefore don't really
know where to start. I am keen to listen to all the usual...police, fire, air
etc, butI am also keen to listen to cell phones snd if possible, satellite
transmissions. Another thing, I am in Australia (Sydney) so I would need to
be reccomended a model that I could purchase over here. Well, any info would
be really handy. Thanks for your time.

Matt Lemsing ([e-mail])


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:08 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Doug Brooks)
Subject: State Patrol Freqs in CA, OR and WA
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 00:00:15 GMT

Driving from Seattle to SF this weekend. I see a ca-zillion frequencies for
highway patrols along the way in various directories.

Can anyone suggest a reasonable number of frequencies for the three highway
patrols I'll be dealing with along the way?

Any other frequencies of interest I might monitor also?

Thanks for any help



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:10 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: State Patrol Freqs in CA, OR and WA
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 06:53:04 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
To: Doug Brooks <[e-mail]>


Go to my home page
www.orst.edu/~varineb

I have all three. I have Oregon State Police Nailed down to every freq
they have, including PL tones. CHP, I have most of em including the new
Blue-1 air freq, they do have two new colors that I haven't put in yet
but if your going up I-5 you don't need to worry about it


==============================================================================
Brian R. Varine <[e-mail]>
http://www.orst.edu/~varineb
Oregon Freqs/Military.jpgs/Russian ECM list/car ECM eval

He who owns the electromagnetic spectrum, owns the battlefield!
When in doubt, JAM IT!!!!

STOP HIGHWAY ROBBERY------JOIN THE NMA!


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On Tue, 12 Mar 1996, Doug Brooks wrote:

> Driving from Seattle to SF this weekend. I see a ca-zillion frequencies for
> highway patrols along the way in various directories.
>
> Can anyone suggest a reasonable number of frequencies for the three highway
> patrols I'll be dealing with along the way?
>
> Any other frequencies of interest I might monitor also?
>
> Thanks for any help
>
>
>


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:11 1996
From: Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: State Patrol Freqs in CA, OR and WA
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 18:13:09 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Dave Booth wrote:
>
> Doug Brooks wrote:
> >
> > Driving from Seattle to SF this weekend. I see a ca-zillion frequencies fo
r
> > highway patrols along the way in various directories.
> >
> > Can anyone suggest a reasonable number of frequencies for the three highwa
y
> > patrols I'll be dealing with along the way?
> >
> > Any other frequencies of interest I might monitor also?
> >
> > Thanks for any help
>


OOPS... make that 154.905  !!!!!!!!!





> pop in 145.905.... it's the extender freq for all c.h.p.
> if they are near and out of the car u will pick up everything..
>
> http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html
>
> --
> Dave Booth

--
Dave Booth


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:12 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: State Patrol Freqs in CA, OR and WA
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 06:30:34 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4i4e6t$[e-mail]>

On 12 Mar 1996, Ken Koller wrote:

> Doug Brooks ([e-mail]) wrote:
> : Driving from Seattle to SF this weekend. I see a ca-zillion frequencies fo
r
> : highway patrols along the way in various directories.
>
> : Can anyone suggest a reasonable number of frequencies for the three highwa
y
> : patrols I'll be dealing with along the way?
>
> : Any other frequencies of interest I might monitor also?
>
> I'm going to make an educated guess looking at this map of mine on the
> route down the 5 freeway and the CHP jurisdictions you'll be pasing
> through. I'll go from north to south.
>
> Yreka                 42.400 base     42.160 Mobile
> Mt. Shasta    42.400 base     42.160 Mobile
> Redding               42.440 base     42.280 Mobile
> Red Bluff     42.440 base     42.280 Mobile
> Willows               42.500 base     42.820 Mobile
> Williams      42.500 base     42.820 Mobile
> Solano                42.400 base     42.160 Mobile
> Contra Costa    42.400 base   42.160 Mobile
> Oakland               42.120 base     42.200 Mobile
> San Fransico  42.440 base     42.280 Mobile
>
> Off the top of my head, these should work for coming down the 5. also,
> 154.905 is the vehicular extender frequency, which is a sort of repeater
> for the hand helds. Also scan the blue frequency 42.340 B 42.180 Mobile,
> that's where you hear a lot of the aircraft stuff. Sorry can't help you
> on the Oregon stuf, all I have is CA. I also have a thousand or so San
> Fransico Bay area frequencies if you need them.

Dont forget the new Blue 1 freq

**NEW BLUE-1       39.14********************

For Oregon freqs, head over to
http://www.orst.edu/~varineb
Washington is there too.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tim Tyler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Test - Do Not Read
Date: 10 Mar 1996 23:45:42 -0500
Message-ID: <4i0b5m$[e-mail]>
References: <4hvohc$[e-mail]>

  Too bad these people who feel the need to "test" their Usenet access
can't simply make a relevent, informative posting & see if it shows up in
the newsgroup...


--
Tim Tyler    Internet: [e-mail]  C$erve: 72571,1005  AOL: Hooligan
P.O. Box 443   Amateur Radio: KA8VIR @WB8ZPN.#SEMI.MI.USA.NOAM
Ypsilanti, MI
48197-0443              In cyberspace, no one can hear you scream.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:14 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Test Modes for Pro-43
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References:  <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 04:37:33 GMT


Brian M. Scott ([e-mail]) writes:
> Can anyone please help me with putting my scanner in its test mode?
>
> Also, does anyone know the keypad method of modifying my scanner?
>
> Thanx!

Try doing a web search (Webcrawler maybe? www.webcrawler.com) on "scanner,
mods, radio" etc. or try:

http://www.zianet.com/files/users/kc5kto/mods.html




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:15 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Brian M. Scott)
Subject: Test Modes for Pro-43
Date: Mon, 11 Mar 96 07:20:59 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Can anyone please help me with putting my scanner in its test mode?

Also, does anyone know the keypad method of modifying my scanner?

Thanx!

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Lawrence W. Taylor III)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: THUNDERBIRD FREQS?
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 17:30:56 -0500
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i94lg$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Lawrence W. Taylor III)
Keywords: thunderbirds

In article <4i94lg$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(11 John Huff) writes:
> Path: news.larc.nasa.gov!lerc.nasa.gov!magnus.acs.ohio-state.edu!math.
> ohio-state.edu!howland.reston.ans.net!newsfeed.internetmci.com!news.kei.
> com!nntp.coast.net!zombie.ncsc.mil!arlnews!news.monroe.army.mil!wrdis02.
> robins.af.mil!wrdis01.robins.af.mil!not-for-mail From: jhuff@wrdis01.
> robins.af.mil (11 John Huff)
> Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
> Subject: THUNDERBIRD FREQS?
> Date: 14 Mar 1996 07:49:52 -0500
> Organization: Robins AFB
> Lines: 9
> Message-ID: <4i94lg$[e-mail]>
> NNTP-Posting-Host: wrdis01.robins.af.mil
>
>
>
> The Thunderbirds are going to be at the air show at Robins Air Force
> Base on 17 March.  I would like to listen in, but can't find a listing
> of their frequencies.  Can anybody supply them for me?
>
> Thanks in advance,
> John, KE4WT
>
>
Hey John,

They were just here for the preseason preview for the ACC.  I was able to
pick up the lead flight on 141.85.  It was a great show.  My favorite is the
two-ship split...

Lawrence






From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: USAF Thunderbird freqs.  / Phoenix 500 Air Race.
Date: 14 Mar 1996 07:13:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4i8gvc$[e-mail]>


Can anyone post or send via e-mail to me the frequencies that the
thunderbirds have been using lately at air shows. Also, if anyone who has
been to the Phoenix 500 air races in the years back could post the freqs used
there, that would be great!

Thanks!

Mike
[e-mail]
http://www.netwrx.net/macgyver



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:18 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: uusual freq. for Jacksonville Florida
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 05:04:42 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Can someone give me a list of freq. outside of the police, fire,...ect?
Perhaps media in the area?... Please feel free to be creative with this
I am looking for NEW scanner freq...
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (Robert Barker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Vegas Casino Frequencies
Date: 11 Mar 1996 14:02:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4i1bqg$[e-mail]>
References: <4i01bg$[e-mail]>


Caesars Palace security is on 451.700
MGM Grand shows 463.825 and trunked 861-865.5375, 856-860.1125

most interesting (and loudest in the city) is the Fitzgerald on 463.625


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Colegrove)
Subject: RE: VHF Marine Help
Date: 14 Mar 96 03:21:10 -0800
References: <4hdnpc$[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

I went to a local marine shop and got the channels and frequencies
out of a manual for a marine radio.  The owner copied the appropriate
pages for me and charged me $ .25.

Steve


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:20 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WANTED Scanner Prog. for Icom 7100
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 04:55:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4iass4$[e-mail]>

Can anyone part with  a prog for the 7100. Would be appreciated.
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:21 1996
From: Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 11:45:09 +0000
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <4idjm1$[e-mail]>, David Mark
<[e-mail]> writes
>What's happening is your radio is probably tuned to an FM station
>near the upper end of the band (around 107-108mhz) and you're
>probably under a flight path.  When a plane is nearby (there's
>that word again) and the pilot transmits on one of the lower
>airline frequencies, your radio's less than discriminating tuner
>picks it up.

Whilst that is very feasible, due to the low powers transmitted by
aircraft (RX levels of the order of less than -90dBm even with the sorts
of aerials and masts etc., that we use in the CAA !) then I would
imagaine that the aircraft must be relatively low when overflying his
property to cause these signals to be strong enough to swamp the radio.

Mike

Michael J Wooding   [e-mail] - CompuServe: 100441,377
WWW: http://www.eolas.co.uk/ag/vhfcomm.htm (hambits.htm & hamclip.htm)
WWW: http://www.clearlight.com/~vhfcomm
Tel: [phone]   Fax: [phone]
KM Publications, 5 Ware Orchard, Barby, Nr.Rugby, CV23 8UF, UK
VHF Communications Magazine - Especially Covering VHF, UHF and Microwaves


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:23 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: What are and How Important are Mods?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References:  <4i537u$[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 04:29:44 GMT


ben hammond ([e-mail]) writes:
> I'm researching buying my first hand-held scanner and I've heard about
> checking the model type to handle mods...what are mods and how easy
> and important are they? Are they for new frequencies, cellular phone
> listening? Any help is appreicated...
> Ben
> [e-mail] or leave the follow up here.
> Thanks
>

Mods are modifications you make to your scanner, mainly extended frequency
coverage. They are not important, unless it is important for you to
intercept those forbidden or unaccessible frequencies. The most common are
to unlock the cell phone frequencies.





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (JACK CLARKE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 14 Mar 1996 20:37:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4ia01u$[e-mail]>


I know what P.D. is;  but, can you imagine how many S.D.s there
are?  I think we're about to find out.  Who wrote this anyway?

Jack  VE3EED/W7
--


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:24 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ia01u$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 21:35:52 GMT

In article <4ia01u$[e-mail]>, JACK CLARKE <[e-mail]> wrote
:
>
>I know what P.D. is;  but, can you imagine how many S.D.s there
>are?  I think we're about to find out.  Who wrote this anyway?

Who wrote "What"?

You didn't include any reference lines, nor any referenced quotes.

I'd have to say, from all the evidence I see, Jack Clark whote _it_.





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ll pix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 15 Mar 1996 17:18:40 -0500
Message-ID: <4icqc0$[e-mail]>
References: <4iahmv$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Ll pix)

Try San Diego Police Dept.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Heikki Koivusaari)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTB: PRO 2035 or 2042
Date: 13 Mar 1996 06:37:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5qek$[e-mail]>

    Wanna buy RS PRO-2035 or PRO-2042 defective or workin. Doesn't matter.
E-MAIL [e-mail] with any info..

Thanx..


--

...a-r-c-t-u-r-u-s!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nickwb4sqi)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTT: Kenwood for AOR 8000
Date: 16 Mar 1996 13:21:52 -0500
Message-ID: <4if0s0$[e-mail]>

I have a Kenwood TM-2550A 2 meter radio in very good conditon with manual,
no mobile mount (never been mobile) or box.

I also have a Kenwood TH-28A 2 meter handheld that comes with 240
memories, receives 118-136 air band, 136 to 174 and 360 to 480 mhz.
Transmits 140 to 170 mhz.
Comes with manual, box, 700 mah battery, wall charger and alkaline battery
box. Looks good, works good, normal scuff wear for handheld radio.

Would like to trade both to an AOR 8000 scanner in equally good condition.

email me back if interested...

Nick
WB4SQI


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 16 16:27:27 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Z30 Beep
Date: 12 Mar 1996 05:24:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4i31qk$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnmul$[e-mail]>

>   [e-mail] (Mark Langenfeld) writes:
>  I have inherited an old Regency Z30 Scanner. It generates an obnoxiously
>  loud beep with each keypad entry. Does anyone have a mod to deal with
>  this (eliminate or adjust gain)?
>
>  Mark - WA9ETW
>
>>>>
Yes,
Option 1:
Locate and remove R-173 for complete "beep" removal.

Option 2:
Change the value of R-173 to 1 megohm.  This should significantly decrease the
 level of the enrty.

Option 3:
Change R-173 to a 1 meg variable resistor located in a convenient case or exte
rnal location to vary the
beep on entry.

Good luck,

Gerry - G & G Communications



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: *** need VHF Marine freqs. ***
Date: 13 Mar 1996 19:55:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7976$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]


From the  FAF - Frequently Asked Frequencies
      on  ftp://oak.oakland.edu
      as  /pub/hamradio/docs/misc/scanner.faf


Marine VHF                                                  [80.871]
                                                            [80.373]
        Ch     Ship             Ch     Ship

                                60    156.025
         1    156.050           61    156.075
         2    156.100           62    156.125
         3    156.150           63    156.175
         4    156.200           64    156.225
        ..    .......           ..    .......
        25    157.250           85    157.275
        26    157.300           86    157.325
        27    157.350           87    157.375
        28    157.400           88    157.425

        Shore stations are 4.600 MHz above the ship frequency. In
    U.S. waters the shore frequency may be used on Chs 20, 24-28 &
    84-87.  Chs 1-5 & 60-64 are shared with other services. Chs 75
    & 76 are reserved as guard bands for ch 16.
        Specific assignments include:
              06    156.300    Intership Safety
              09    156.450    General use by recreational vessels
              13    156.650    Bridge-to-Bridge
              15    156.750    Weather, notices, etc
              16    156.800    General Calling / Distress
              22    157.100    Coast Guard Liaison


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:50 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Clement Vaillancourt)
Subject: Re: *** need VHF Marine freqs. ***
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
References: <4i5l9i$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 14:40:15 GMT

In article <4i5l9i$[e-mail]>, [e-mail](Sherril & B
ill) writes:
>Hello,
>
>I am looking for a list of VHF Marine freqs.  I would appreciate even a
>partial list.
>
>Thank you,
>Bill Erfurth
>[e-mail]
>

Here is what I have.
Regards, Clem. VE2HQJ

CHANNEL FREQUENCY MHz   USE     SHIP TO SHIP    SHIP TO SHORE
WX1     162.550        weather  recv. only      recv. only
WX2     162.400        weather  recv. only      recv. only
WX3     162.475        weather  recv. only      recv. only
WXC     161.650   Canad weather recv. only      recv. only
05      156.250        port op  yes             yes
06      156.300        safety   yes             no
07      156.350        com'l    yes             yes
08      156.400        com'l    yes             no
09      156.450     com'l & non cm'l    yes     yes
10      156.500        com'l    yes             yes
11      156.550        com'l    yes             yes
12      156.600        port op  yes             yes
13      156.650        nav      yes             yes
14      156.700        port op  yes             yes
15      156.750       weather p recv.only       recv.only
16      156.800  safety calling yes             yes
17      156.850  state control  yes             yes
18      156.900       com'l     yes             yes
19      156.950       com'l     yes             yes
20      157.000       port op   yes             yes
21      157.050       USCG only yes             yes
22      157.100      USCG lais. yes             yes
23      157.150      USCG only  yes             yes
24      157.200    publ.corrsp. no              yes
25      157.250       publ.c    no              yes
26      157.300       publ.c    no              yes
27      157.30        publ.c    no              yes
28      157.40        publ.c    no              yes
60      160.625       publ.s    recv.only       recv.only
61      160.675       publ.s    recv.only       recv.only
62      160.725       publ.s    recv.only       recv.only
63      160.775       publ.s    recv.only       recv.only
64      160.825       publ.s    recv.only       recv.only
65      156.275       port op   yes             yes
66      156.325       port op   yes             yes
67      156.375       com'l     yes             no
68      156.425       non com'l yes             yes
69      156.475      non com'l  yes             yes
70      156.525      non com'l  yes             no
71      156.575      non com'l  yes             yes
72      156.625      non com'l  yes             no
73      156.675      port op    yes             yes
74      156.725      port op    yes             yes
77      156.875      port op    yes             no
78      156.925      non com'l  yes             yes
79      156.975      com'l      yes             yes
80      157.025      com'l      yes             yes
81      157.075      USCG only  yes             yes
82      157.125   US Govn only  yes             yes
83      157.175      USCG Aux   yes             yes
84      157.225      publ c     no              yes
85      157.275      publ c     no              yes
87      157.325      publ c     no              yes
88      157.425      com'l      yes             no


--
  ClΘment Vaillancourt   _/_/   Club de Radioamateur des Chercheurs Inc.
  PrΘsident _/_/ 1800 Boul. Lionel-Boulet, Varennes, QC, Canada, J3X 1S1
  Internet: [e-mail]              _/_/        Tel:[phone]
  URL du Club: http://dori.ireq.ca:8080/home/vaillan/radio.html     _/_/




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:52 1996
From: "N. Schultheiss" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: *** need VHF Marine freqs. ***
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 14:56:00 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i5l9i$[e-mail]>
To: Sherril & Bill <[e-mail]>

This list comes from my web page,
http://www.acs.oakland.edu/~ncschult/boatnerd.html
in the Fact and Figures section.
I also have the freq. for AMTS, Low power on board,listings from the
consolidated list, and sepecific Great Lakes areas.


Ch. #/ Freq.

01 156.050 commercial                      05 156.250 comm.
06 156.300 intership safety                07 157.350 comm.
08 156.400 intership safety                09 156.450 comm.
10 156.500 comm.                           11 156.550 comm
12 156.600 port operations                 13 156.650 port operations
14 156.700 comm.                           14 167.700 comm.Grt.lakes
15 156.750 environmental                   16 156.800 calling/distress
17 156.850 admin/enforcement               18 156.900 comm.
19 156.950 comm.                           20 A 161.600 P.O.
20 157.000 P.O.                            21 157.050 C.G.
22 157.100 C.G.                            23 157.150 C.G.
24 161.800 Radio telephone                 25 161.850 R.T.
26 161.900 R.T.                            27 161.950 R.T.
28 162.000 R.T.                            63 156.175 comm.
65 156.275 P.O.                            66 156.325 P.O.
                                                                         67
156.375 comm.                                68 156.425 non-comm.

69 156.475 non-comm.                       70 156.525 non-comm.
71 156.575 non-comm.                       72 156.625 non-comm.
73 156.675 P.O .                           74 156.725 P.O.
77 156.875 comm.                           78 156.925 non-comm.
79 156.975 comm.                           80 157.025 comm.
81 157.075 C.G.                            82 157.125 C.G.
83 157.175 C.G.                            84 161.825 R.T.
85 161.875 R.T.                            86 161.925 R.T.
87 161.975 R.T.                            88 157.425 comm.
83.B.161.775 C.G.
21.B.161.650 C.G.

* Not all channels used in all areas.


==============================================================
N. Schultheiss
Detroit,Michigan,USA
[e-mail]
Great Lakes shipping web page: Photos, passage,and much more
http://www.acs.oakland.edu/~ncschult/boatnerd.html
==============================================================


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:53 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: ****SAVE -- RADIO SHACK PRO25 FOR SALE***
Date: 13 Mar 1996 20:01:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4i79j0$[e-mail]>

R?S pro 25 for sale
100 channel memory
29 to 956Mhz

AC adaptor & nicad battery recarger
includes fresh nicad batteries
DOCS & MANUALS

LIKE NEW -- NEVER MOD'ED, OPENED OR EVEN TAMPERED WITH
less than 3 months old


Total Investment (YES I HAVE THE RECEIPT) $216
will sell for $125 + COD or prepaid shipping




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:55 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 Prices Are too HIGH!!!
Date: 16 Mar 1996 12:40:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4iecr1$[e-mail]>
References: <4iape3$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Steve Work) wrote:

>I have a few questions about the PRO-2006:
>
>1) What is the highest frequency it will pick up?

1300

>2) Does it have wide-band FM?

Yep

>3) How many banks/channels?

400 (in banks of 40)

>4) Does Rat Shack still repair broken ones easily?




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:56 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 Prices Are too HIGH!!!
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 13:33:44 GMT
Message-ID: <4ieg0r$[e-mail]>
References: <4iape3$[e-mail]>

"C.R. Thrower" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Some of you guys sure love your 2006 scanners. I've seen prices as high
>as $450.00 for a "near" mint scanner. I bought a new one 5 months ago for
>$325.00. Thats my two cents worth.

The real truth is:
That within the next 2-3 years you'll see prices do nothing but go up
and up and up. Because that they are the daddy of scanners with 100's
of mods avail for them.
                  just my 3 cents worth
                          Gary
               [e-mail]
            They can run but they can't hide!!!



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:57 1996
From: Brett Miller - N7OLQ <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 Prices Are too HIGH!!!
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 09:55:26 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iape3$[e-mail]>

C.R. Thrower wrote:
>
> Some of you guys sure love your 2006 scanners. I've seen prices as high
> as $450.00 for a "near" mint scanner. I bought a new one 5 months ago for
> $325.00. Thats my two cents worth.

Make sure you notice where the person is selling the scanner.  Most of
the $450 prices I have seen are coming from Canada (i.e. Canadian
dollars).
--

Brett Miller - N7OLQ                    [e-mail]
Intel Corp.                             CIS: 73370,3030
American Fork, UT


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Karl Hoyt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 Prices Are too HIGH!!!
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 20:30:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4ihsqq$[e-mail]>
References: <4iape3$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Steve Work) wrote:

>I have a few questions about the PRO-2006:
>1) What is the highest frequency it will pick up?
>2) Does it have wide-band FM?
>3) How many banks/channels?

Already answered by somebody else...

>4) Does Rat Shack still repair broken ones easily?

Yep.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:58 1996
From: "C.R. Thrower" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 2006 Prices Are too HIGH!!!
Date: 15 Mar 1996 03:50:27 GMT
Distribution: inet
Message-ID: <4iape3$[e-mail]>

Some of you guys sure love your 2006 scanners. I've seen prices as high
as $450.00 for a "near" mint scanner. I bought a new one 5 months ago for
$325.00. Thats my two cents worth.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:09:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 sound squelch
Date: 16 Mar 1996 12:53:29 -0500
Message-ID: <4iev6p$[e-mail]>
References: <4i2vlk$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)

INTERESTED IN SELLING OR TRADING YOUR PRO 2006

             E-MAIL OR CALL TONY AT 790-6012(813)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 2006 sound squelch
Date: 17 Mar 1996 12:57:02 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4ih26u$[e-mail]>
References: <4i2vlk$[e-mail]> <4iev6p$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (ATocco8586) wrote:
>
>INTERESTED IN SELLING OR TRADING YOUR PRO 2006
>
>             E-MAIL OR CALL TONY AT 790-6012(813)

{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{{N O T  A  C H A N C E
}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}}




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brent Wheat)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 800mhz to 400 converter?
Date: 14 Mar 1996 19:08:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9qqk$[e-mail]>

I have seen small boxes in catalogs that claim to convert 800 down to 400 for
use on scanners.  Are these 'magic' proprietary devices using special chips
or can they be built out of a handfull of parts?  I'm interested in finding
schematics; provided it could be build by someone who has only taken EE101
and does not own a shop full of equipment ;-)



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:02 1996
From: "C. Wheeler" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 900 Mhz Phone Info
Date: 18 Mar 1996 03:47:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4iimda$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnnen$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

"Ronald P. Cain" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>
>Hey Mark, how come AT&T phone stores are shutting down nationwide? I'm
>just curious. By the way, I'm from Austin also.
>Cheers, Ron Cain

As part of the latest AT&T "streamlining" program they are getting out of
the retail store business.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Warren Bowery)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ACARS software
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 96 05:07:56 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4iehum$[e-mail]>

Does anyone know of any demo programs for decoding ACARS transmissions?  I lik
e to
"look before I leap."

Thanks in advance....

Warren



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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:04 1996
From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Albrecht AE 300 SSB ?
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 96 13:19:06 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4i0ubu$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4i0ubu$[e-mail]> [e-mail] "Michael Husted" writes:

Hi Micheal,

> The Albrecht-scanner has a frequency coverage of 100 kHz to 2060 MHz
> LSB/USB/CW/AM/N-FM/W-FM and has a capacity of 1000 channels.
>
> Does this compare to one of the scanners you mentioned above ?

Yes....with that description it is another clone of the
Trident TR-2400 / Camnis HSC-050 receiver.


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| Jonathan Clough             |       HF/VHF/UHF Receivers & Scanners       |
| Javiation,                  |      from all the leading manufacturers     |
| Bradford, UK                |Full coverage, "unblocked" scanners Including|
| Tel: [phone]     |   PRO-26/43, UBC-3000XLT, AR5000/7030/8000  |
| Fax: [phone]     |     http://www.demon.co.uk/javiation/       |
| Compu$$erve: 100117,535     \---------------------------------------------|
| Internet   : [e-mail]  (PGP Key available on request)  |
 \-------------------------------------------------------------------------/


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:06 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Ken Navarre)
Subject: Another RS tale of woe...
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 01:48:25 GMT

A couple years ago I was passing thru Tonopah, NV. You know, home of the
F-117a, Tonopah Test Range, Nuke bombs, ect... I needed to get a few
battaries and wandered into the local radio Shack (aka Twilight Zone -
due to the dimwits who worked there). I noticed that there were NO
scanners anywhere in the store. I asked about it and was told that
scanners wouldn't work in or around Tonopah due to an "electric fence"
that bordered the test site and eliminated all radio transmissions.

I swear that this is the truth! The space cadet behind the counter REALLY
said "all the radio transmissions". Well, not being one to pass up an
opportunity for either sarcasm or understanding the mediocre nature of
some human thinking I whipped out my AOR-1000 and said, "what about this
stuff". I flipped a few channels before I found the NHP dispatch, an FM
radio station, a tow truck, and a cordless phone.

The guy told me that the cordless phone worked because it was in a
different "band". I asked about how the police and fire depts were
dispatched and he told me that they had special authorization from the
military so their radios worked. When I asked about why my scanner worked
since I didn't have the special authorization and he told me that I would
get in trouble if I used it in Tonopah. Well, THAT certainly convinced me
that I shouldn't be using an a scanner that wasn't specifically
"authorized" by the military.

I finally left the fine establishment shaking my head in amazement. They
actually PAID this guy to work there and meet potential customers. This
specific guy had no business steering a mule pulling a plow. He certainly
wasn't worth what he was being paid even if it was a dime per hour!

On the other hand I have some very good experiences from some RS employees.
Guess it's all in the mix. Sometimes people with our hobbies go to work
for RS and sometimes the person waiting to serve you is a candidate for a
management career in aluminium siding sales. I also HATE it when the dip
behind the counter asks can I have your name and phone number??? !!!

NO. Here's your money, give me my part!

Ken
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rob)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Antenna Length
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 01:15:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4iag2i$[e-mail]>

        Hi I have recently set up a Television Antenna to use on my scanner to
try to pick up farther, I put the antenna sideways to pick up better.
Does anyone know what lengths the bars need to be on the antenna to
pick up the 143-144Mhz range. I would think that you dont need most of
the bars because they are all in different ranges. We are trying to
make it fairly small. Thanks in advance,
        Cory Cheply
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:08 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Dave Roy)
Subject: Re: Any compared AR-8000 vs. Yupitery MVT-7100?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 03:38:17 GMT

Geir Lσstad/LA6LU ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Hi % Thanks for reading this.
: As you maybe know, the AR-8000 has SSB. The SSB sound is rather rough &
: 'sawteeth' alike. Have anybody done a SSB sound compare test between AOR
: AR-8000 & Yupiteru MVT-7100? If so, is the SSB sound smoother in the
: MVT-7100?

: 73 de Geir

Get a YUPI-7100 thats the final word!
--
                   To know me is to really love me-

                            Dave Roy (1947-    )



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Anderj1)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Anyone mod a BC200XLT w/ a UC1147A CPU??
Date: 13 Mar 1996 00:28:44 -0500
Message-ID: <4i5mec$[e-mail]>
References: <4i25tg$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Anderj1)

I also have that chip in my 200xlt.  I did the mod and it works fine.  I
just cut that one little piece, and bingo.
James


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:09 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR-1500 scanner
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 17:00:25 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hvgma$[e-mail]>

E.W. wrote:
>
> Does anyone here own, or know of, the now-discontinued AR-1500 "all
> frequency" scanner made by AOR?  Mine is fantastic, a better bargain
> than the AR-8000 (IMHO) and so far, no problems.
>
> My question--does anyone know where to purchase the ni-cad battery
> pack for it?  It's a 5-battery pack, and quite unique.

I can still get the AR1500 battery packs from AOR, although I'm sure
there are local sources where you could find a comparable one that's
less expensive.  The connector is the main thing that may give you
trouble finding a match.

B. Regards,

Steve Hennigh
Electronic Distributors


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:11 1996
From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR-1500 scanner
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 96 13:12:40 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hvgma$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4icols$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4icols$[e-mail]>
           [e-mail] "Bob Whiston" writes:

>         Whoa!  Thanks for the `history' there!  I *was* wondering just what
the
> `upgrade' path had been.  (Is there any way that one can tell, when opening
up
> the unit, whether one has an EX version?  I got mine right at the `tail end?
' of
> availability here in the `states' and may have one.)

Internally the AR1500EX was a "different" radio to the AR1500 & AR1500E
with something like 10-15 changes from the previous versions and had/has
different PCB's.

Externally they were all the same. The "EX" carried a small sticker,
both on the box and just above the LCD, these maynot have been applied
to those in the USA though as "technically" the "EX" was different
radio. If there is no sticker then the quickiest and only real visual
check is to look at the battery connector that plugs onto the PCB. If
this is 3 pin then its probably an "EX" as I think all the earlier ones
had 2 pins.

--
Cheers,
 /-------------------------------------------------------------------------\
| Jonathan Clough             |       HF/VHF/UHF Receivers & Scanners       |
| Javiation,                  |      from all the leading manufacturers     |
| Bradford, UK                |Full coverage, "unblocked" scanners Including|
| Tel: [phone]     |   PRO-26/43, UBC-3000XLT, AR5000/7030/8000  |
| Fax: [phone]     |     http://www.demon.co.uk/javiation/       |
| Compu$$erve: 100117,535     \---------------------------------------------|
| Internet   : [e-mail]  (PGP Key available on request)  |
 \-------------------------------------------------------------------------/


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR8000 database and interface
Date: 16 Mar 1996 01:53:49 -0500
Message-ID: <4idoht$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)

I WANT THIS SOFTWARE, I WILL GIVE MUCH USEFULL FEEDBACK.

      SEND TO TONY TOCCO
                      P.O. BOX 3124
                      CLW FL.
                       34630

   790-6012(813)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Schuster)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR or Icom Antenna??
Date: 16 Mar 1996 22:28:43 -0500
Message-ID: <4ig0tb$[e-mail]>
References: <4if2jp$[e-mail]>

In article <4if2jp$[e-mail]>,
Todd Penney <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Hi,just wondering how these rigs antennas perform below 30 MHz??
>I'm talking about  rubber duck antennas.AR-8000 or Icom IC-R1??

They're both pretty awful below 30 MHz.

The Icom antenna is awful all around ... its gain is deliberately limited
so as not to add to this rig's intermod and image problems.

Get a telescopic antenna!






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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:13 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR-1500 1000ch scanner w/800 for trade/sale
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 21:44:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4icnut$[e-mail]>

Want to trade for used 17' monitor or handheld color scanner & cash or
RAM, what have you?  $300.00 mail me   [e-mail]   Eastern
North Carolina



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Golden)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: ATTN: #[e-mail]
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 19:51:29
Message-ID: <4iic7r$[e-mail]>

I tried to respond to you concerning the PRO-35 scanner, but the
mail was returned due to an invalid e-mail address. Try again.
Thanks,
            Scott



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (Andy Domonkos)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC 350-a  modifacation
Date: 15 Mar 1996 19:10:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4icfbo$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

An 800Mhz RF section fits that slot.





Chris Suthers ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I Have a BearCat bc350-a and I opened it up and theres a little slot
: that says 900 mhz.  I was wondering is there any way to modify so I can
: pick up 900 mhz??  Anyone who knows anything about the bc350-a please
: e-mail me at [e-mail] Thanks.
:
:                     Chris


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:16 1996
From: Chris Suthers <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC 350-a  modifacation
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 05:34:00 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I Have a BearCat bc350-a and I opened it up and theres a little slot
that says 900 mhz.  I was wondering is there any way to modify so I can
pick up 900 mhz??  Anyone who knows anything about the bc350-a please
e-mail me at [e-mail] Thanks.

                    Chris


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC 8500
Date: 17 Mar 1996 14:22:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4ih772$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

NO mod required.....cell image 1270-1295mhz....

LOUD+CLEAR   [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (KMccall497)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC120XLT mods--still looking
Date: 14 Mar 1996 22:38:35 -0500
Message-ID: <4iaonr$[e-mail]>
References: <4hc2fi$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (KMccall497)

Ron,

If you get any mods on this, could you PLEASE E-MAIL ME THE INFO!!

Thanks,

Kevin

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Sapienza)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC200XLT Cell mod and 1147A chip
Date: 17 Mar 1996 18:11:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4ihkk8$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Michael Sapienza)



So what was the outcome regarding the cell mod for the BC200XLT
with the 1147A (note the "A") CPU?  The thread seemed to die
with no definite answer!

Mike
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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC9000XLT versus PRO-2035
Date: 16 Mar 1996 13:04:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4iee8h$[e-mail]>
References: <4iccan$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]


The PRO-2035 was replaced with the PRO-2042.
I consider the BC9000XLT the best base station scanner
of the current crop and own two, each CTCSS-equipped.

 I published  full  length  reviews  of  these  recent
 scanner models in Monitoring Times magazine:


 Jan 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2035 vs. Radio Shack PRO-2006
 Feb 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-62 Portable
 Mar 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC9000XLT
 Apr 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC3000XLT Portable
 May 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC860XLT
 Jun 1995 - Uniden/Bearcat BC890XLT & Radio Shack PRO-2036
 Jul 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2037
 Aug 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-26 vs. Uniden/Bearcat BC3000XLT
 Sep 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-60 Portable
 Oct 1995 - AOR AR-2700 Portable
 Nov 1995 - selected AOR AR-8000 measurements
 Dec 1995 - Radio Shack PRO-2040
 Feb 1996 - Radio Shack PRO-2042


 Note: Reprints of Monitoring Times articles  are  available
 for  $2.00 each (plus self addressed stamped envelope) from  |
 Grove Enterprises, PO Box 98,  Brasstown,  NC  28902,  tel.
 [phone].  I don't receive any part of this $2.00.      |

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:21 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Michael Rivkin)
Subject: Beeper Frequencies Wanted
Message-ID: <4ict70$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 23:07:12 GMT

Hi All
I just got a Universal M-400 and am trying to locate Beeper/Pager frequencies
in the NY/NJ area.
Does anyone have a list or can direct me to one.
Thanks
Mike Rivkin
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:22 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (dwc)
Subject: beginner info needed
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 22:11:36 GMT

Can anyone point me in some direction to get me started.  The differences in t
he
types of scanners, sources, what all the terms mean, etc.  I looked at radio
shack, but they seemed clueless.  They have the same answer to your questions
whether you are referencing a TV or a beeper...

Thanks.

- Dave


<<- [e-mail] ->>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Robert Wood)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BEWARE OF DEALING WITH DERRICK HALL, SEAT
Date: 13 Mar 1996 06:00:14 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5o9e$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail] <4gks9a$[e-mail]> <4gon7k$[e-mail]> <4hnu68$fd3@nnt <[e-mail]> <4i2i4e$[e-mail]>

Doug ([e-mail]) wrote:


: Nope, not mail fraud when using a common carrier, ie UPS/FEDEX.

: Recommend you contact them...last time I had a problem, UPS had an investiga
tor
: at the house the next day

: Doug
This beats the US Post Office - hands down.  All I got from the
US mail was a nice form letter.  Basically stating we don't have time
for little problems.  73  Robert


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:24 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Business Resource Group <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
To: Tom Aldrich <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1> <[e-mail]> <4iek8a$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 02:54:58 GMT

Tom Aldrich wrote:
>
> Bill Crocker <[e-mail]> wrote:
> >
> > Stephen:
> >
> > You should find Cellular frequency images between 985.1600 - 1010.0000MHz.
 on
> > the Uniden BC9000-XLT scanner.
> >
> > Bill Crocker
> >
> > p.s.  It is illegal to monitor such frequencies, however, it is allowed fo
r
> >       testing purposes.
>
>      Legality aside, I have yet to hear a single cellular signal on
> my 9000. I've tried everywhere including the range mentioned above on
> a Cellular Security Group 800 meg antenna mounted 35 feet up and get absolut
ely Zilch.
>    It's a *great* scanner otherwise but If the cellular stuff is
> important to you, better hang on to another scanner that'll pick 'em
> up!
>
>            Regards,    swami @;<} tommy


It has been my experience that the 9000xlt has cell images in the high
300 MHz range...I get them with no problem.  Give it a try!

Regards,
DOUG


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:25 1996
From: Tom Aldrich <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
Date: 20 Mar 1996 03:21:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4intjk$[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1> <[e-mail]> <4iek8a$[e-mail]> <4ig6av$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Gary Wilburn <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
> Scan from 360 to 385 mhz to monitor cellular frequencies. Make sure you
> are in NFM mode and your step rate is 5 khz's. Now you are scanning at
> close to 300 channels per second ! This does not seem to be an image
> frequency but appears to be a software glitch in the 9000. The
> tests I have done with a dicone antenna at 70 ft and a 20 db pre amp
> show that the signal strength between an un-blocked R7100, PRO 2006 and
> the BC 9000 receiving at 360-385 NFM are similar. The BC9000 will
> receive all the local Cell sites very well even with the basic antenna
> that came with the radio and appears to pick up 90 % of what the other
> radio's will receive on distant cell sites.
>    If you want to test this "modification" do so on a weekday during
> normal business hours. Cellular activity greatly decreases after 8 pm
> and during the weekend.
>
> Good Scanning !
>
> Gary Wilburn


      Been there, Done that, no luck
                                            @;<} swami


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:26 1996
From: "Jerry C." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cats and Scanners
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 00:38:21 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Yes, I have issue #1, as well as most of them thru 94,  I also have
Monitoring Times, and back issues of the Bearcat Scanner Club before they
merged with Pop Comm.  I also have issues of Norm Schreins Frequency
Guides from a few years back.  Let me know what you need as I'm getting
ready to clean house.  I've logged all the important things I want into
my trusty hard drive or found it on CD ROM, which saves lots of space to
acumulate more scanner junk...ha ha
Jerry


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (LAKE KEVIN S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Cellular programming FS
Date: 13 Mar 96 18:49:30 PST
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have the cable and software for programming Motorola flip phones.  It can do

most of the 1994 model and down.  I bought it for $400 and now I'm selling it
for $180.  It does work.  Anyone interested can email me or call my voice mail
at [phone] and leave a brief message.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:29 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: RE: CHICAGO FREAKS
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 04:52:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4iaslb$[e-mail]>

Just look out yo window.



JUS Kidding. Try the radio shack freq book it's pretty comprehensive.
I spend time in Michigan City on the lakefront 30 miles across the
Lake. Can hear all the freqs from the Mich. boder to Milwaukee. Pretty
cool, full of action.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:30 1996
From: "Roy D." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Cordless Freq's/Questions
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 14:42:20 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Here is a list of the cordless freq's I have.  Does it look complete?  I
understand that the base xmits both sides of the call full duplex so is
there any reason to scan the base RX (48-49mhz)freq's?

CH#     BASE TX BASE RX

1       43.720  48.760
2       43.740  48.840
3       43.820  48.860
4       43.840  48.920
5       43.920  49.000
6       43.960  49.080
7       44.120  49.100
8       44.160  49.160
9       44.180  49.200
10      44.200  49.240
11      44.320  49.280
12      44.360  49.360
13      44.400  49.400
14      44.460  49.460
15      44.480  49.500
16      46.610  49.670
17      46.630  49.845
18      46.670  49.860
19      46.710  49.770
20      46.730  49.875
21      46.770  49.830
22      46.830  49.890
23      46.870  49.930
24      46.930  49.990
25      46.970  49.970

Tnx...................Roy
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cordless Freq's/Questions
Date: 17 Mar 1996 09:00:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4igkc6$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

"Roy D." <[e-mail]> wrote:
> Here is a list of the cordless freq's I have.

Unfortunately, the list includes an error in the Ch 5 handset frequency. The
original FCC announcement contained a typo. Police Call copied this, adding
a further error. This has since been propagated on BBSs and the Net, with a
variety of additional mistakes. I sometimes think the (Mis-)Information
Highway is being built to prove the truth of Gresham's Law.


From the  FAF - Frequently Asked Frequencies
      on  ftp://oak.oakland.edu
      as  /pub/hamradio/docs/misc/scanner.faf


Cordless Telephone                                          [15.233]

       Chan  Base    Handset           Chan    Base    Handset

         1   43.72    48.76            16      46.61    49.67
         2   43.74    48.84            17  B   46.63    49.845
         3   43.82    48.86            18  C   46.67    49.86
         4   43.84    48.92            19      46.71    49.77
         5   43.92    49.02            20  D   46.73    49.875
         6   43.96    49.08            21  A   46.77    49.83
         7   44.12    49.10            22  E   46.83    49.89
         8   44.16    49.16            23      46.87    49.93
         9   44.18    49.20            24      46.93    49.99
        10   44.20    49.24            25      46.97    49.97
        11   44.32    49.28
        12   44.36    49.36          Chs A - E handset frequencies
        13   44.40    49.40          are also used for baby room
        14   44.46    49.46          monitors and low power
        15   44.48    49.50          handie-talkies.

        Effective 05 June 95, channels 1 - 15 are authorized and
    the original 10 channels are renumbered 16-25.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dana Myers)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: F-117A monitored... (was Re: Another RS tale of woe...)
Date: 14 Mar 1996 20:33:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9vq4$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Ken Navarre <[e-mail]> wrote:
>A couple years ago I was passing thru Tonopah, NV. You know, home of the
>F-117a, Tonopah Test Range, Nuke bombs, ect... I needed to get a few
>battaries and wandered into the local radio Shack (aka Twilight Zone -
>due to the dimwits who worked there). I noticed that there were NO
>scanners anywhere in the store. I asked about it and was told that
>scanners wouldn't work in or around Tonopah due to an "electric fence"
>that bordered the test site and eliminated all radio transmissions.

That's pretty funny.  I live a few miles from Air Force Plant 42 in
Palmdale, where the Lockheed Advanced Development Company works on the
F-117A aircraft.  I regularly hear the F-117A pilots calling the Palmdale
tower (123.700MHz) - they use the tactical callsign 'Dagger' with a number.
One day, I was drivng by the complex and saw a F-117A flying over the
runway.  I turned on the receiver in the car, and heard the pilot
calling the tower every now and again to gain permission to cross the
runway, even while the aircraft was already banked over in a steep
turn.  The pilot was making turns that would probably make me pass out,
and he was casually chatting with the tower at the same time!

--
 * Dana H. Myers KK6JQ, DoD#: j | Views expressed here are      *
 * [phone]               | mine and do not necessarily   *
 * [e-mail]      | reflect those of my employer  *


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:35 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Ken Navarre)
Subject: Re: F-117A monitored... (was Re: Another RS tale of woe...)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4i9vq4$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 04:01:56 GMT

Dana Myers ([e-mail]) wrote:
: That's pretty funny.  I live a few miles from Air Force Plant 42 in
: Palmdale, where the Lockheed Advanced Development Company works on the
: F-117A aircraft.  I regularly hear the F-117A pilots calling the Palmdale
: tower (123.700MHz) - they use the tactical callsign 'Dagger' with a number.
: One day, I was drivng by the complex and saw a F-117A flying over the
: runway.  I turned on the receiver in the car, and heard the pilot
: calling the tower every now and again to gain permission to cross the
: runway, even while the aircraft was already banked over in a steep
: turn.  The pilot was making turns that would probably make me pass out,
: and he was casually chatting with the tower at the same time!

That area has always been fun for monitoring. You certainly have a great
opportunity to catch "goodies". I've spent many a night hanging out
around Saddleback Butte and the rear gates to Edwards with monitors
crunching the freqs.

Just didn't have the heart to hassle the poor misinformed RS sales guy in
Tonopah! After all, what can you say? to set him straight would've taken
years...

Another desert story...
One of the *BEST* times I had was when I monitored a flight of FA-18s as
they entered the MOA at the north end of Panamint Valley. I pulled the
motorhome off the road and got out with the handheld.

The pilots were making a low altitude speed run down the valley. The
wingtip vorticies were really kicking up the dust as they zoomed a few
hundred yards west of the hwy. I had the binocs tripod mounted and was eye
to eye with these guys as they flew by. The lead commented to his no.2
about us and I waved. The lead pulled back and rocketed straight up. No. 2
wagged wings and followed with a spiraling climb.

On the way up No. 2 said, "Looks like that guy out there has a radio.
Suppose he can hear us???"

The lead said, "Lets go find out."    And they DID... they made another
low pass and I held up the radio and waved and jumped up and down like an
idiot. They told me to point down range if I was listening. I did.

Lead said, "I guess he's on our preset".

They made a few more passes and said "So long. Maybe you'll see us again."
I had to go change my shorts!! WAY COOL!

Ken


--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Cottle)
Subject: RE: Favorite Scans
Date: 16 Mar 96 20:56:23 -0800
References: <4gls9c$[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

Scan the feds on 410.0-420.0,163.0-172.0 using the search modes.
Fast food drive thru,s are novel. search 450- 470. experiment with
search modes and your sure to find some interesting freq,s
Also try radio shacks "Police Call" books,Monitering Times mag.
The newsgroups have may sourses. good luck


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:37 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 04:00:29 GMT
Message-ID: <4ilb4e$[e-mail]>

        Is it possible to make a cellular phone to scan it's freqs? I have
heard of this but have not confirmed this. Anyone know how? or who I
can contact who does.

Q#2  I also heard it is possible to program two cell phones to work
directly to each other (full duplex)  Anybody?



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:37 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: For Trade Pro-26 Scanner
Date: 13 Mar 1996 19:51:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7905$[e-mail]>

I have a Pro-26 Scanner for Trade. It cover 25-1300 Mz minus cellular and is l
ike new with manual and box. I'd like to trade either a
used dual-band ht or new 2-meter ht. Kenwood, yaesu, Icom or Standard only..Th
anks Steve KF4FIO


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:38 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FR-146 FM Receiver Kit
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 12:26:15 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

My partner and I are using the Ramsey FR-146 2-Meter FM receiver kit to
receive data broadcast at a frequency of 155.445 MHz.  The data is sent
with a 6 second delay between each new message.  We are having trouble
squelching out the noise during the 6 second delay period.  The squelch
seems to either cut out nothing or it cuts out everything including the
data being broadcast.  If anyone has any information regarding this kit
or where we could receive help, we would appreciate hearing about it.
Please e-mail any comments or suggestions.

Thanks.

Dave Bremer
St. Cloud State University
Electrical Engineering
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Petersen)
Date: 20 Mar 96 00:41:03
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Frequency look-up sites
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Quite often I hear about CD-ROM discs sold by companies
such as Percon which contain all FCC records for a given
state, etc.  However, these are quite costly, about $100
or so from what I have heard.

Now if it wasn't for the radio spectrum's tendency to
rapidly change; that is, continuously seeing new
frequencies, old ones abandoned, etc., I would probably
invest the money to buy one of these discs.  But for
something that will be out of date in a couple of years,
the price seems a little too high for me.

So this brings me to my question.  Are there any sites on
the internet that are directly linked to the FCC's records?
Sites that I can use in order to perform searches for
various frequencies, agencies, etc.?  Whether or not they
are free or require a subscription, I would be very
interested in any information on this topic.

Thanks in advance.

[e-mail]

--
|Fidonet:  Brian Petersen 1:103/604
|Internet: [e-mail]
|
| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:40 1996
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 22:17:54 EST
From: Richard Todd <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS Pro 23

I
I'm selling a Radio Shack Pro 23 capable of monitoring cellular, very good con
d
ition $180 firm if interested e-mail at [e-mail]

R. Todd


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (James Wilson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS Pro 23
Date: 19 Mar 1996 16:44:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4imo9p$[e-mail]>

I have a PRO 23 forsale. It's in excellent condition. May trade for a scanner
that recieves down to 30 Mhz. Email me at [e-mail] .



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS Scan*Star SE for Windows $70
Date: 16 Mar 1996 17:24:50 -0500
Message-ID: <4iff3i$[e-mail]>
References: <4hdbef$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)

CAN YOU SELL ME A PRO2006?


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS. Radio Shack 2026 scanner
Date: 13 Mar 1996 03:24:34 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i5f5i$[e-mail]>
References: <4i508f$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Lynn Reynolds) wrote:
>
>New in box with manual.
>Has date code of  November 1993.
>Can be modified for full 800 coverage.
>$225.00 email if interested.


Geez, these scams keep getting better and better! <g>  Last week, someone
wanted $190 for a 2026, and now it's up to $225...for a radio that can be
BOUGHT NEW this month at the closeout price of $149.99!!

And don't send me nasty flames about this one being modifiable and the
new ones aren't...that's hogwash!   In December (when they were on sale
again...this time for $139), I visited two different RS stores and found
a total of EIGHT units with modifiable date codes (before 4/94)  Tandy
has a whole warehouse full of these, and they're trying to get rid of
them.

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Oujesky)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: 125' Rolls of RG-6 TV Cable $8.00
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 96 12:57:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4iehbr$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: All


Just thought a number of scannerists might be intetested in this post.

Please email the originator ([e-mail]) if interested.  I only
have the two rolls I ordered.

In article <[e-mail]>,
   PD <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I have 2000 125' rolls of RG-6 to sell!!!!
>
>******  $8.00
>
>Includes Connector on Either End ( 1 waterproof)
>Direct Burial Type
>100% Sielded Solid Copper Braid and Center conductor
>Swept to 2Ghz
>
>I've already sold 1000, and they're going fast!!!
>
>EMAIL me for more info and for a phone number!!!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Atkins)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: BC200XLT
Date: 15 Mar 1996 13:41:42 -0600
Message-ID: <4ich5m$[e-mail]>

For Sale:  Uniden BC200XLT 200 Channel Programmable Scanner, very good
           condition.  Modded - Cellular 800MHz is restored

Includes:  2 wall-plug adapter/chargers (nice to have in case one dies)
           2 Rubber duckie antennas (w/ BNC base)
           1 Telescoping antenna (w/ BNC base)
           1 Grey leather carrying case
           Includes original box and operating guide

Price: $175.00 + shipping
non-negotiable  :)

Email: [e-mail]   if interested.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul McCoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,misc.forsale.non-computer,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: GE PCS+ UHF HT/ Misc. Items
Date: 14 Mar 96 12:00:44 CST
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>



Attention All:

        I have the following items For Sale:

1 Ericsson/GE PCS-Plus UHF/16 channel/Scanning HT.  (440-470 MHz split).  It
is in Immaculate Condition and includes: 1 desktop standard charger, 2
batteries (barely used), original box, manual for both radio and charger, and
blank product registration cards.  $400 + UPS COD/Shipping takes it.

1 Uniden-Bearcat 55XLT 10 channel Hand-Held Scanner.  Covers approx: 29-54
MHz, 137-174 MHz, and 406-512 Mhz.  In great shape, just have no need for it
anymore.  $40 + UPS/COD Shipping.

1 Clifford 120 VAC/12 VDC- 4AMP I.C.S. Power supply.  In great shape.  $25 +
UPS COD/Shipping.

1 Standard desk charger for Bendix/King LAA100 and LAA105 HT batteries.  $25 +

UPS COD/Shipping.

1 Realistic PG-80 Onsite paging system.  COmplete with control station and one

tone pager.  Can support up to 8 pagers.  COmplete with manual and necessary
materials.  $50 + UPS COD/Shipping.

1 Overnight Charger for Motorola DPC550 Flip Phone.  (Mod # SLN5039C).  In
great condition.  $25 + UPS COD/Shipping

3 Motorola Bravo Plus Digital Pagers.  2 set for 158.700 MHz, and 1 set for
931.1375 MHz.  They are in great shape.  $35 + UPS COD/Shipping each.  If
interssted in buying all, I'm sure a good deal can be made.

If interested in any of the above, please feel free to email me for details.
Thanks.--




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Golden)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Pro-35   $100
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 09:08:52
Message-ID: <4ih6jc$[e-mail]>

This scanner is in 'like new' condition. E-mail me for details if
interested.  $100
Thanks,
            Scott



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:47 1996
From: Ali Mehrabi <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,us.forsale.computers,comp.sys.laptops
Subject: Re: fs: radar units moving/stationary k-55, front-back on k band
Date: 14 Mar 1996 02:25:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4i8020$[e-mail]>
References: <4hfrc0$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

What band do they work on?  Are they X-band or K-band?  What
options are available on them?  Are they instant on type or do
they require a settling time?



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: 17 Mar 1996 13:09:46 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4ih2uq$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]>


>Phillip Michael Stewart <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>I have a very clean 2006 that I bought new.  It is in near mint to mint

>condition, never mobile, and is full coverage. Original box, manual and

>accessories.

>
>First $450.00 gets it! I will ship COD UPS Cash or certified check.
>
>Posting an asking price $100.00 higher than retail for a used radio
tends to "scare-off" prospective buyers. They may think, "Heck, with a
price THAT high, he won't negotiate any where near what I could afford!"
Just some advice from an experienced seller.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:49 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Business Resource Group <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 20:02:00 GMT

Gary Belt wrote:
>Posting an asking price $100.00 higher than retail for a used radio
> tends to "scare-off" prospective buyers. They may think, "Heck, with a
> price THAT high, he won't negotiate any where near what I could afford!"
> Just some advice from an experienced seller.


Well put and quite accurate!  I recently purchased a new, in the box,
Pro-2006 for Durham (in Canada) for $100 less than what the guy was
asking.  Amazing!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 08:05:31 -0400
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]>

In article <4ih2uq$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Gary Belt) wrote:

> >Phillip Michael Stewart <[e-mail]> wrote:
> >
> >I have a very clean 2006 that I bought new.  It is in near mint to mint
>
> >condition, never mobile, and is full coverage. Original box, manual and
>
> >accessories.
>
> >
> >First $450.00 gets it! I will ship COD UPS Cash or certified check.
> >
> >Posting an asking price $100.00 higher than retail for a used radio
> tends to "scare-off" prospective buyers. They may think, "Heck, with a
> price THAT high, he won't negotiate any where near what I could afford!"
> Just some advice from an experienced seller.

Posting an asking price of $125-$150 higher than the going rate is not
going to captivate too many prospective buyers. Durham still has them for
$379 (new).

--
Michael Alexander
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (mike fletcher)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 16:30:33 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

On Mon, 18 Mar 1996 08:05:31 -0400, [e-mail]
(Michael Alexander) wrote:

>In article <4ih2uq$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
>(Gary Belt) wrote:
>
>> >Phillip Michael Stewart <[e-mail]> wrote:
>> >
>> >I have a very clean 2006 that I bought new.  It is in near mint to mint
>>
>> >condition, never mobile, and is full coverage. Original box, manual and
>>
>> >accessories.
>>
>> >
>> >First $450.00 gets it! I will ship COD UPS Cash or certified check.
>> >
>> >Posting an asking price $100.00 higher than retail for a used radio
>> tends to "scare-off" prospective buyers. They may think, "Heck, with a
>> price THAT high, he won't negotiate any where near what I could afford!"
>> Just some advice from an experienced seller.
>
>Posting an asking price of $125-$150 higher than the going rate is not
>going to captivate too many prospective buyers. Durham still has them for
>$379 (new).
>
>--
>Michael Alexander
>[e-mail]
I apologize for using this bandwidth but I have to state my position.
It is the sellers right to put whatever price he wants on his stuff.
If you believe that price is too high then don't buy it.  This post
would have been gone if the price police hadn't flamed it several
times.  I am tired of seeing post after post return to the newsgroups
because someone had a comment about the price of an item.  Please let
the seller set his price and the market (buyers) determine if it's a
good one or not..

By the way I have a new in the box, never used 2006 which is a special
value.  Due to it's rarity I will sell it for $895.00. Yes thats right
$895.00 american cash.  Whats so special about this unit?  This was
the only pro-2006 sold in the Tampa Bay area on april 18, 1995.  Be
the only one to posess such a rare unit.  Send cash now...

Again sorry for the bandwidth but I had to express a point.
Best to all.   mike

Mike Fletcher  AD4HV     813-622-9102
President,Tampa Bay Amateur Radio Society 95-96
Florida Certified Fire Alarm Contractor # EF-0000028
E-Mail to  [e-mail]   Homepage  **coming soon**
If in the course of offering ideas or speaking my opinion, I
should offend anyone, I apologize.  However, my opinion is my
own and thus, it shall be...................................


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:52 1996
From: Phillip Michael Stewart <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: 15 Mar 1996 02:13:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4iajp6$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

I have a very clean 2006 that I bought new.  It is in near mint to mint
condition, never mobile, and is full coverage. Original box, manual and
accessories.

This unit works great!  I'm selling because I got a deal in an Icom 7100
and I need the bucks to pay towards it in order to maintain family
harmony!  Ouch!

First $450.00 gets it! I will ship COD UPS Cash or certified check.

Thanks,

Mike Stewart
[e-mail]
[phone] after 5 pm eastern



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:53 1996
From: Danny Banister <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 21:35:20 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]>

Phillip Michael Stewart wrote:
>
> I have a very clean 2006 that I bought new.  It is in near mint to mint
> condition, never mobile, and is full coverage. Original box, manual and
> accessories.
>
> This unit works great!  I'm selling because I got a deal in an Icom 7100
> and I need the bucks to pay towards it in order to maintain family
> harmony!  Ouch!

...and "I would like to make a huge profit off of some poor fool!"

> First $450.00 gets it! I will ship COD UPS Cash or certified check.

Ha! Ha!  Getting generous for a good customer????????

I would be tempted to sell my 2006 for this price - and I would sure hate
to part with mine!
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:54 1996
From: dale martin <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: 19 Mar 1996 16:07:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4imm4o$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

I BELIEVE I HAVE SEEN A  PLACE IN CANADA WHERE THESE CAN BE PURCHASED FOR
ABOUT $100 LESS.

AND THEY ARE BRAND NEW!!!!!





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:55 1996
From: Jim Dantin <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Uniden Bearcat 200XLT
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 08:12:06 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

For Sale

Bearcat 200XLT scanner
TWO battery packs
charger
High gain antenna
manual

modified for cellular and longer battery life

$200 (I'll pay shipping in 48 states)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (Saylboat)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:Motorola Saber
Date: 17 Mar 1996 22:13:45 -0500
Message-ID: <4iikd9$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Saylboat)

5 watt Motorola Saber UHF with high power battery, antenna, rapid desk
charger, MDC1200, 12 channels, programmed, PL or DPL NOW $420.00.  These
radios were breifly and lightly used by the City of Cleveland Water
Department.  Call Lowell at Western Reserve Communications 216-621-8121.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:57 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:Pro-43
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 22:12:51 GMT
Message-ID: <4inbct$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]@usit.net

Radio Shack Pro-43 with cellular modification $250.00
Email if interested.                 KE4LEU



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:57 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:YUPERITU MVT-7100
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 22:14:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4inbgp$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]@usit.net

Yuperitu MVT-7100 handheld wide range reciever 8-1300mhz with cellular
as new with box and instructions $370.00 shipped. Email if interested

                                                              KE4LEU



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:10:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Oujesky)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,phl.scanner,alt.forsale,austin.forsale,houston.forsale,dfw.forsale,misc.forsale.non-computer,tx.forsale,us.forsale.misc
Subject: FT: 200/205XLT for PRO-60/26
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 96 00:16:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4ifp6m$[e-mail]>
References: <4ggg43$[e-mail]> <4h5gdc$[e-mail]> <4hnq9g$[e-mail]> <4hsaul$[e-mail]>
To: All


Anyone interested in trading a PRO-60 (or perhaps a PRO-26) for a Uniden
Bearcat BC-200/205XLT plus some cash?  The 200/205XLT has full 800 mhz
coverage enabled.


Here's the band plan for the 205XLT:

        Mhz Range       Description
      -------------     ------------------------------------------
        29.0-29.7       10 meter "Ham"
        29.7-50.0       Low band
        50.0-54.0       6 meter "Ham"
         118-136        Aircraft (AM)
         136-144        Military Land Mobile
         144-148        2 meter "Ham"
         148-174        High Band
         406-420        Federal Government
         420-450        70 cm "Ham"
         450-470        UHF
         470-512        "T"
         800-956        800 mhz

        200 channels in 10 twenty channel banks
        10 priority channels
        15 channels per second
        liquid crystal display
        0.4 microvolt sensitivity @ 29-54 & 136-174; 0.8 @ 406-512; 1.0
@ 800-956
        -55 db @ +/- 25 khz selectivity
        400mw audio output
        earphone jack
        slide-on nicad battery pack with external 12 vdc external connector
        12 vdc external power supply
        rubber ducky (BNC) antenna
        heavy duty pseudo-leather carrying case with belt hoop


Interested parties please reply via e-mail to [e-mail].

Thanks.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 16 Mar 1996 20:33:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4if8j1$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Jim Smith) wrote:
> ... to be sure and solder in the resistors the right way ...

For an example of a resistor installed backwards, see page 134 of the Radio
Shack catalog (and the text adds a further error).
                                                           /* barry /&


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:01 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i9j77$[e-mail]> <4i9r6a$[e-mail]> <4ico2e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 17:20:16 GMT

Ken Navarre ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Jim Smith ([e-mail]) wrote:
: : I used to hang out at a local Rs store when I was a kid. Wish I had a nick
el
: : for every time the salesdroid told the customer to be sure and solder in t
he
: : resistors the right way, i.e., in the same direction as the originals, 'ca
use
: : if they didn't "they will not have the proper resistance".

: Wait! You mean that isn't true???? Damn, all that time making sure that the
: resistor "polarity" was correct was just a waste of effort :(

What do you do with a 2.2K resistor, the kind with nothing but three red
bands on it?




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carlyle Gerde)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 13 Mar 1996 03:09:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5e8u$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpufo$[e-mail]> <4hqj5h$[e-mail]> <4i47em$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Seymour Dupa) writes:

>Drew Durigan ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: >I say again - They are getting paid to be there

>: Not much.  You could make more working at Mc Donalds.

>  The people working at RS couldn't get a job at McDonalds.


I have the same problems at work.  I work for a national hardware store.
Customers do not like it when I don't have exact answers or show a lack
of technical knowledge.  What the customers don't understand is that we
start at $6.00/hr.  Management assumes that people are interchangable.
In fact, most companies believe that you are easily replaced.  Therefore
no need for special knowledge.  Radio Shack is not unusual in its practices.

Look at any retail organization.  They are all the same.  And most manufacturi
ng
companies follow the same mold.  All decisions made at central location,
just like Washington DC does for the government.  Local site has no say.
Individual are not important, and can be replaced.  Everyone has to jump
thru hoops and kiss ass.  It is like we are back in the Middle Ages.

Don't bitch at Radio Shack.  Start your own company and get free!!!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Ken Navarre)
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i9j77$[e-mail]> <4i9r6a$[e-mail]> <4ico2e$[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 16:13:57 GMT

Jim Smith ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I used to hang out at a local Rs store when I was a kid. Wish I had a nickel

: for every time the salesdroid told the customer to be sure and solder in the

: resistors the right way, i.e., in the same direction as the originals, 'caus
e
: if they didn't "they will not have the proper resistance".

Wait! You mean that isn't true???? Damn, all that time making sure that the
resistor "polarity" was correct was just a waste of effort :(

Sigh...
Ken
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glenn Johnson (KB5VQI))
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 05:20:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5m02$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hgpbf$[e-mail]> <4hhm58$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Drew Durigan) wrote:

>>What was the purpose? Im sure you could be made to look pretty stupid.
>>whoops to late you already did it yourself.

>The purpose is to point out that Sammy Salesdroid...the one with all the
>'answers" to your "questions" is too stupid to check whether his monitor
>was turned off of not!

>Personally, I think it's hilarious!


>-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-

I like it!  So much in fact, I'm going to
do it to all my favorite RS clerks...





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Arthur Pharter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 13 Mar 1996 05:07:17 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i5l65$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hicn9$[e-mail]> <4hkd3n$[e-mail]>

>I wonder if Sammy Salesdroid is smart enough to use locking software on
>the hard drives of their display computers?  If not, one could have some
>fun with commands like 'DEL *.*' and of course, the ever-popular 'FORMAT

The display computers are dumb terminals connected to a server in the managers

office.....

=============================================================================
You got questions?  We got answers, too bad they don't fit your questions..
=============================================================================



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Arthur Pharter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 13 Mar 1996 05:09:58 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i5lb6$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpufo$[e-mail]>

I
>>Wait...sorry, I did'nt mean to insult animals by referring to them as "dumb"
.
>>I apologize.

>Phil -
>   I say again - They are getting paid to be there...  who's really
>the dumb one?

Do you think $5.00 per hour and the "chance" for commission is being "paid"?
You could make more money washing dishes and be able to sleep at night with
your integrity intact!




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (          )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 14 Mar 1996 16:14:44 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9glk$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hgpbf$[e-mail]> <4hhm58$[e-mail]> <4hrkhn$[e-mail]> <4i732v$[e-mail]>



I don't see why everyones bitching about RS, I mean how many business's
have a staff that knows every single qustion out there?  How many of the
people that are bitching know the answers to every question posed to an
RS employee? Huh?  If anyone has ever worked with the public, they will
tell you how well they word their qeustions:

"Do you have the thing that makes sound, but a high pitched sound? Its
about this big, ... I dont know what its called, but if I here the name
I'll know it! "

This isn't just RS, but all business's... its a part of life...

[e-mail]
http://www.gti.net/pegboy


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (BOB2006)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 14 Mar 1996 14:14:18 -0500
Message-ID: <4i9r6a$[e-mail]>
References: <4i9j77$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (BOB2006)

It is not their lack of knowledge that bothers me so much as the fact that
they make stuff up as they go along. Not long ago I was looking at cell
phones at a local RS store. The salesperson asked if I had a question. I
asked about scanners being able to pick up the conversations. "Impossible.
It is illeagle" was the reply.
I was also told that even if it were possible a person couldn't do it
because they jump from cell to cell at lightning speed. Imagine the
suprised look when I whipped out my BC2500 and started filling the store
with cell phone conversations. But in their defense, The wage is very low
and so is the commission and they hire on a walk in the door basis. I
think the president of RS should start a Web page so he
can see how we feel . My opinion is that the only reason they are still in
business is that they are pretty much the only game in town.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:10 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <4hicn9$[e-mail]> <4hkd3n$[e-mail]> <4hrkp9$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 18:34:16 GMT

In article <4hrkp9$[e-mail]>,  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>   [e-mail] (Drew Durigan) wrote:
>>I wonder if Sammy Salesdroid is smart enough to use locking software on
>>the hard drives of their display computers?  If not, one could have some
>>fun with commands like 'DEL *.*' and of course, the ever-popular 'FORMAT
>>C:'
>>
>Sonds like you have a pretty good grasp their xenix terminal systems give it
a
>try.

Radio Shack hasn't sold Xenix systems since the TRS Model 4.  I didn't
know they still have any of these on display.  Got to be a collectors
item.





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:11 1996
From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 13:13:33 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i9j77$[e-mail]> <4ico2e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Reverend Tweek wrote:
>
> Don't remove them from the pack until right before you use them.  The
> up end is the plus end.  You might want to clip a snip off the upper
> end just so you don't get it mixed up when you put it between your teeth
> in order to free the hands to apply a big dab of solder to the contacts
                                   ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
> first.

Huh?  The RS guy told me superglue would work fine, hot melt if you have it.
Do I have to go out and buy solder now?  Will solder work in a hot melt gun?
I heard acid core is best for electrical work.

--
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Visual Numerics, Inc.  32915 Aurora Rd. Suite 160, Solon OH  44139  USA
Email: [e-mail]    Human: 216-248-4900   Fax: [phone]
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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (JCHol)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,sci.electronics
Subject: Re: Ham Radio Online March 11th, 1996
Date: 15 Mar 1996 19:41:11 -0500
Message-ID: <4id2n7$[e-mail]>
References: <4hvrho$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (JCHol)

I have visited the site twice. Really enjoyed the article about launching
wires into trees.  Keep up the good work.

73 de John, WA5TWL


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:13 1996
From: Pj Manganiello <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Help:  RS Mods Needed....
Date: 16 Mar 1996 20:25:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4if840$[e-mail]>
References: <4idsqf$[e-mail]>

Go to KC5KTO's Radio Shack Modification Page!!!! It's great, and the most
dependable so far...

                                          MangO ;}



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (David A. Gray PhD)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Hot-dawg Tip for Scanner Hackers!
Date: 19 Mar 1996 14:36:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4imgp3$[e-mail]>
References: <4gadrt$[e-mail]>

In article <4gadrt$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Ye public notice!
>
>Know how in my books and other writings, I always recommend the old
>Radio Shack "LAN cable, 278-776" as the peak of perfection for hookup
>wire?  Well it is!  I don't know why RS called it "LAN Cable", but the
>stuff comes as 25-conductor, shielded cable.
>
It's called LAN, (Local Area Network) cable because before ethernet and FDDI
ATM and all the rest of these wonderful high speed LANS, there was serial
port communications and yes, serial based LAN's.  RS used to sell the model,
TRS80-II and 16 systems which used serial for peripheral connections and
limited client/server, (I use this term in it's purist form) communication.

I don't know why anyone would have a problem finding this stuff.  Any
electronics shop will have it if they stock computer parts.  It would be
called 25 cond. shielded cable or sometimes parallel cable as parallel ports
use 25 line cables for bi-directional tri-state devices.  I've bought
thousands of feet of this stuff over the last few years to make both serial
and parallel cables.

MARVAC's in Newport Beach, CA. will mail order the stuff, cheap.  I don't have
the number handy right now so call information.





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Don Bruder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: I can build you "TRUNKING" scanners
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 14:53:38 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i7bfb$[e-mail]> <4ic83e$[e-mail]>

In article <4ic83e$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Ron
Katz) wrote:

:GARY BARNES <[e-mail]> wrote:
:
:>If I can get enough orders I can manufacture scanners that track
trunking systems.I am only interested in Motorola type systems.E.F.Jhonson
and GE are not as popular
:>are not as popular so there wouldn't be as great of demand for these types.
:
:>Email me if interested.
:>Thanks,
:
:>Gary
:
:Yeh Right!.......Same here, show me one that works and then we'll
:talk.
:
:If you can do it I'll be your first customer, but you give no
:information on how you plan to do this or proof that you know anything
:about trunked systems.

Good lord man! GET A GRIP!
The guy posts asking if there'd be interest in such a thing, and you come
unglued at him.

Who tinkled in your froot-loops this morning??? Sheesh...

--
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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:17 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: I can build you "TRUNKING" scanners
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 06:38:02 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
To: GARY BARNES <[e-mail]>

On 13 Mar 1996, GARY BARNES wrote:

> If I can get enough orders I can manufacture scanners that track trunking sy
stems.I am only interested in Motorola type systems.E.F.Jhonson and GE are not
 as popular
> are not as popular so there wouldn't be as great of demand for these types.

I say make it. If it works you'll have more orders than you can deal with,


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Nelson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: In what states are mobile scanners in you
Date: 12 Mar 1996 06:58:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4i37a0$[e-mail]>
References: <4gf1l6$[e-mail]> <4gk3i5$[e-mail]> <4glnn5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Eclectic Seizure ([e-mail]) wrote:
: On Fri, 23 Feb 1996, Salty (a lame ass GNN user...) wrote:

: > >This is not a problem if you have a valid amateur radio license!
: >
: > Is this true in all the States?
: >
: > Does it have to be an amateur radio or does it matter if its only a
: > scanner and you have a valid amateur license in your possesion?

: Dammit, it can be either a ham rig OR a scanner.  Amateur licenses exempt
: you from the majority of FCC laws.  If you were a ham,
: you'd know this!  If you are a ham, my sincerest
: apologies... (NOT!)  By the way, GNN sux.

Anyone who has read the regulations knows what you posted is not correct.
All the FCC preemption law did was exempted ham transceivers that have
extended receive. It does NOT deal with scanners, or other receivers.

Now, some states have exempted all equipment owned by Hams from their
scanner bans, if any. Some have not done so.

Your statement that "Amateur licenses exempt you from the majority of
FCC laws" is outright false. Hams are subject to about as many regulations
as any other radio service. The ONLY exemption is as I stated above.

Bill


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:19 1996
From: [e-mail](Wayne Scott )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Is there any mod hope for a Uniden BC560 XLT
Date: 12 Mar 1996 23:55:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4i52u1$[e-mail]>


Well, is there anything that can be done with a BC560 XLT?



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:19 1996
From: Hal Clements <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Kauai Freq's
Date: 16 Mar 1996 05:57:09 GMT
Message-ID: <4idl7l$[e-mail]>

Greetings:

I'll be going to the Hawaiian island of Kauai in a few weeks and I'm
curious if it's worth taking the portable scanner.  Is there anything on
Kauai worth scanning?  Anyone have any frequncies for police, fire, etc.
The  airport and the hotels might be interesting.  Anything else?

Thanks in advance
Hal




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:20 1996
From: Brett Miller - N7OLQ <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Keypress codes for BC2500
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 15:35:52 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hod85$[e-mail]>

Jim Schneringer wrote:
>
> Where can I find them?



I tried the BC3000 code on my 2500 and none of them worked.  I don't know
of any for the 2500.
--

Brett Miller - N7OLQ                    [e-mail]
Intel Corp.                             CIS: 73370,3030
American Fork, UT


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Stephen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: L.A. COUNTY SHERIFF RESCUE FREQ. HELP!!
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 21:51:16 -0800
Message-ID: <John_Stephen-1803962151160001@204.75.37.194>
References: <4il7tc$[e-mail]>

In article <4il7tc$[e-mail]>, chris fontaine
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> Can anyone give me the frequencies for the Emergency Services
> Detail of the L.A. County Sheriff's Dept???

Check out this web page -- it contains some LA County Sheriff frequencies:

http://home.earthlink.net/~stevewb/scanfreq.html

- John Stephen


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 15:00:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4ip9t8$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey) wrote:

> "Ronald P. Cain" ([e-mail]) writes:
>>
>> Yes, it is totally illegal to listen to cordless phones on frequencies
>> between 43.72MHz and 44.48MHz, and from 46.61MHz to 46.97MHz.
>>
>> Furthermore, you are also forbidden to listen to cellular frequencies
>> between 869.040MHz and 891.510MHz. Totally against the law.
>
> Really? So it's ok to listen to 824-849 MHz and 49 MHz? Cool!!!
>

I'm not sure any of the law specify FREQUENCIES that are illegal
to listen to... just certain types of broadcasts... ie: Cordless
Phones or Cellular Phones...

But, if you want to know about the law... go to:
1) A law library, and/or
2) An attorney

If you want a tremendous amount of babble which may or may not be
useful, but loads of fun go to:
1) Your nearest Usenet Group!




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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:24 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 19:41:26 GMT

DeMoNiKa <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Reverend Tweek ([e-mail]) uttered the following:
>> Glenn Roberts wrote:
>
>--> >If you want a tremendous amount of babble which may or may not be
>--> >useful, but loads of fun go to:
>--> >1) Your nearest Usenet Group!
>--> 2) The nearest scanner tuned to cordless or cell phones.
>
>I don't think that this is legal.  I *know* that cell scanning is a
>violation of FCC regulations, making it a felony, so I would have to
>assume that cordless scanning would be the same.  After all, it is the
>same principle.

Is the irony of my statement lost in this thread?

You only have to go back but one post to Glenn's post to confirm
what you assume.

As for the "same principle"...  when the ECPA was first passed, making
it illegal to listen to Cell phones, the Supreme Court was still
upholding the rights to listen to cordless phones.  It wasn't untill
a few years later that cordless phones where added into the ECPA since
some officials didn't think that the rather obvious antenna was an
obvious sign that the user didn't have "a reasonable expectation of
privacy."




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:25 1996
From: Will Flor <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 20:35:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipq65$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkpe$[e-mail]> <4holh5$[e-mail]> <4iodf7$[e-mail]>

>Mark L9 ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: Same deal as with cellular. Not legal, and not admissable in court should
>: a conversation be overheard.

Sure it's admissable!  Evidence is only supressed via the Exclusionary Rule if
 the
*police* or *prosecutor* obtain the evidence illegally - evidence obtained via
 an
illegal act by *somebody else* is absolutely admissable - otherwise the cops c
ouldn't
incite "unindicted co-conspirators" and "partners in crime" to rat on one anot
her, nor
could they really use anonymous tips, since this information is of dubious leg
ality.
And, of course, it's *legal* for the cops to listen to cell phones, anyway!

-Will from Wisconsin
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:26 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
From: [e-mail] (DeMoNiKa)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 18:36:42 GMT

Reverend Tweek ([e-mail]) uttered the following on
Wed, 20 Mar 1996 17:59:33 GMT:

--> >If you want a tremendous amount of babble which may or may not be
--> >useful, but loads of fun go to:
--> >1) Your nearest Usenet Group!
--> 2) The nearest scanner tuned to cordless or cell phones.

I don't think that this is legal.  I *know* that cell scanning is a
violation of FCC regulations, making it a felony, so I would have to
assume that cordless scanning would be the same.  After all, it is the
same principle.

Monika
--

+------------------------------------------------------+
 \ Monika DeMire + [e-mail] + FIGHT THE CDA! \
  +------------------------------------------------------+
   \ "They that can give up essential liberty to obtain   \
    \  a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty   \
     \   nor safety."     + Benjamin Franklin +     1759    \
      +------------------------------------------------------+


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:27 1996
From: [e-mail](ronald p. cain )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: legality of listening to cordless and cellular
Date: 15 Mar 1996 23:00:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4icsps$[e-mail]>

According to the FEB 1996 issue of "Monitoring Times", Bob Kay said in
his article: "For your information, here is a list of freq ranges that
are illegal to monitor: 46.61 to 46.97MHz for traditional cordless
phones, and 824 to 849 and 869 to 894MHz for Cellular phones."

When I said listening to cellular and Cordless phones is illegal, I
used the above as my source as I am not a lawyer. If you don't agree,
take it up with Monitoring Times. The email address is:
[e-mail]

Cheers, Ron Cain


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:29 1996
From: Ron <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: legality of listening to cordless and cellular
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 15:13:23 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4icsps$[e-mail]> <4ip4m0$[e-mail]>

Paul Opitz wrote:
>
> ronald p. cain ([e-mail]) wrote:
> : According to the FEB 1996 issue of "Monitoring Times", Bob Kay said in
> : his article: "For your information, here is a list of freq ranges that
> : are illegal to monitor: 46.61 to 46.97MHz for traditional cordless
> : phones, and 824 to 849 and 869 to 894MHz for Cellular phones."
>
> : When I said listening to cellular and Cordless phones is illegal, I
> : used the above as my source as I am not a lawyer. If you don't agree,
> : take it up with Monitoring Times. The email address is:
> : [e-mail]
>
> : Cheers, Ron Cain
>
> Well, Monitoring Times was close, but not quite correct. It is not
> illegal to listen to those frequencies unless the broadcast on the
> frequency happens to be from a cordless or cellular phone. The amended
> ECPA makes it illegal to listen to cordless phones (unless you are a
> party to or have permission from the parties to the conversation). It
> does not specify individual frequencies. So, it is also illegal to
> listen to some 900 MHz frequencies...when the frequency is carrying a
> cordless phone conversations.
>
> PaulOpitz
> RadioShack Publications

Like Radio Shack has any credibility.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Moran)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: listening to Cellular & anything else
Date: 14 Mar 1996 14:11:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4i99eb$[e-mail]>

I don't see how anyone can say it's illegal to listen to cellulat
frequencies, I do it all the time, Have not run into the frequency police
yet...I know if you drive fast on the road or freeway, the highweay
patrol, sheriff or police might find you but no one will ever do anything
for listening to whats broadcast over the airwaves....

if people want privacy then they should either scramble or use a land
line!!!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Matthew Cable)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: listening to Cellular & anything else
Date: 14 Mar 1996 23:28:30 GMT
Message-ID: <4iaa2u$[e-mail]>
References: <4i99eb$[e-mail]>

John Moran ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I don't see how anyone can say it's illegal to listen to cellulat
: frequencies, I do it all the time, Have not run into the frequency police
: yet...I know if you drive fast on the road or freeway, the highweay
: patrol, sheriff or police might find you but no one will ever do anything
: for listening to whats broadcast over the airwaves....

: if people want privacy then they should either scramble or use a land
: line!!!

Or perhaps post from anonymous accounts so they don't get arrested.


--
  Matthew E Cable  /  Senior Systems Administrator
      [e-mail]  /  Internet Technologies Group, Inc.
     617.864.7800  /  Cambridge, MA


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:31 1996
From: Isaac Kohn <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Looking for HF (maybe VHF too) scanner/receiver
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 11:26:35 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi all.  I'm looking for a receiver with as general coverage as
possible, pref. 80m-2m or more.  Obviously, would have to copy FM as
well as SSB and AM.  E-mail me at [e-mail] and
tell me what you have/how much.  Price is very important, as budget is
tight, so i'd prefer something that's used but working.  Thanks a lot.

73's
Isaac




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (nicholas vavro)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Looking For UHF Minitor 2 Pager
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 00:26:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4id1pi$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Looking to buy a Minitor Pager or Minitor 2 SV Pager in the UHF Range.
Need it set to 460.175 on the first channel and 453.8275 on the
second.  Anybody know where I can find one in great condition.  Nick



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Petersen)
Date: 15 Mar 96 17:16:04
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Lw/mw/sw & skip
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have heard the terms "Long Wave", "Medium Wave", and "Short Wave" bands used
for a long time, but never thought of asking what the frequency ranges are for
each of these "bands"?  So, here I am.  Does anyone know what they are?  :)

Also, I have a question pertaining to skip.  It seems as though AM radio
stations (such as KFI 640 Los Angeles) travel long distances at night due
to the phenomenon called 'Skip'.  I know what skip is, and how it happens,
but what I don't understand is this.  AM broadcast band skip happens on a
nightly basis, but only at night.  But for services such as HAM radio or
CB near the 10-11 meter bands, skip PRIMARILY happens during daylight hours,
but only on SOME DAYS ... not every day (or rather, night) as with the AM
broadcast band.  Why is this?

Please reply to: [e-mail]

THANK YOU!

--
|Fidonet:  Brian Petersen 1:103/604
|Internet: [e-mail]
|
| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Kolb)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Lw/mw/sw & skip
Date: 19 Mar 1996 01:22:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4il288$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Brian Petersen ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I have heard the terms "Long Wave", "Medium Wave", and "Short Wave" bands us
ed
: for a long time, but never thought of asking what the frequency ranges are f
or
: each of these "bands"?  So, here I am.  Does anyone know what they are?  :)

The official defined regions are:

VLF  30-300 kHz ?
LF   300-3000 kHZ ?
HF   3-30 MHz
VHF  30-300 MHz
UHF  300-3000 MHz

Medium is generally taken to mean the standard AM broadcasting band,
540 - 1600 (now 1800) kHz, and short wave usually means everything
between the top of thr AM bcst band and 30 MHz.



John Kolb



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ron Speirs)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: McDonalds freqs
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 96 04:37:49 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5jgb$[e-mail]>

Does anyone know what the freqs is for the customer of Utah McDonald Drive-up
windows? I know the clerk is 154.600 MHz

Thanks
D. K. Speirs
KC7LNR


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:36 1996
From: Brett Miller - N7OLQ <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Medical Glossary (Long)
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 14:58:18 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i1m65$[e-mail]>

Donald Bowlby wrote:
>
>
>
>                   Medical Terms for Scanner Monitors
>

Has anyone heard of a term called "Glaskow" or something that sounds
similar.  It is some scale they rate patients on when taliking to the
hospital.

Thanks
--

Brett Miller - N7OLQ                    [e-mail]
Intel Corp.                             CIS: 73370,3030
American Fork, UT


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:38 1996
From: jt <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Medical Glossary (Long)
Date: 19 Mar 1996 14:06:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4imf1g$[e-mail]>
References: <4i1m65$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Brett Miller - N7OLQ <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Donald Bowlby wrote:
>>                   Medical Terms for Scanner Monitors
>
>Has anyone heard of a term called "Glaskow" or something that sounds
>similar.  It is some scale they rate patients on when taliking to the
>hospital.

It's called the Glascow Coma Scale. It determines the patients mental
status. A persons mental status is determined on a sliding scale of 15
down to 3. A GCS of 15 means a person is alert and oriented. A GCS of 3
means a person is unconscious.

jt



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven J. Menning)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Minneapolis Scanner questions
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 96 17:44:56 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4ikatb$[e-mail]>

I am looking for someone:

This person lives in the Minneapolis area & uses winternet and has a webpage a
bout scanners.
This person is a part-time storm chaser.  I am from Apple Valley and have a fe
w questions
that I think this person could answer for me about scanners. If you are this p
erson or you know
who this person is, please email me and leave me the URL of your/his webpage a
nd also
leave me your/his email address. Thanks

Steve
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:41 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Subject: Re: MOBILE SCANNER NOISE
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
References: <4hb9d3$[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 15:55:00 GMT

DM>  The only real solution I have found was to use an externally mounted
DM>  antenna.  Its not to much trouble to remove the scoping antenna and
DM>  connect the external one.
--
 Running a co-ax cable from the scanner to the right or left inside of
 the windshield, and then connecting the center wire to a 6mm (1/4") -
 wide aluminum self-stick tape with a length corresponding to the most
 listened-to frequency (20"/50cm?) will give you great reception as
 well if you can't, or don't want to install an outside antenna.  The
 tape is used as the metallic sensor in audio tapes and is available
 at most electronic stores.
 Just run the tape parallel and about a 1/2 inch away from the metal
 frame, along the side of the windshield. At the point where the tape
 and the co-ax cable meet, apply a dab of silicone seal gel, which
 will stick it to the base of the windshield.  If the scanner power
 plug is positive ground (with the center pin being negative), don't
 connect the co-ax shielding to the ground of the car, in case you
 use the car as a DC power source for the scanner.

 While connecting the scanner to the radio antenna with a splitter
 will work as well, intermod will likely create interference either
 in the radio from the scanner, or vice versa, depending on the
 frequencies and/or stations programmed in.

 * Ron Roth
---
 ■ RoseReader 2.10ß P003228 Entered at [GHBBS]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:43 1996
From: John Doe
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Mod For Pro-46 - pro46c~2.txt (1/1)
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 07:29:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5j4p$[e-mail]>

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (David A. Gray PhD)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk
Subject: Re: MOD: PRO 42 ?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 18:47:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipjsi$[e-mail]>
References: <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>In article <4hjifv$m2u$[e-mail]>, DB
><[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>> >I HAVE A RADIO SHACK PRO-42 THAT I WOULD LIKE TO EXPERIMENT WITH
>> >
>> >BEFORE MOVING ON TO MY MORE EXPENSIVE SCANNERS.  IF ANYONE HAS
>> >
>> >ANY MODS THIS SCANNER I WOULD APPRECIATE IT.
>> >
>> >PLEASE POST TO THE NEWSGROUP.
>
>WHAT?!  I CAN'T HEAR YOU!!
>
>--
>Troy Kiefer ([e-mail])
>"Envision....then share it"

HE SAID...

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#     # ##   ##   # #   #     #    #
#       # # # #  #   #  #     #    #
 #####  #  #  # #     # ######     #
      # #     # ####### #   #      #
#     # #     # #     # #    #     #
 #####  #     # #     # #     #    #

   #     #####   #####  #######  #####
  # #   #     # #     # #       #     #
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#     #  #####   #####  #####    #####
#######       #       # #             #
#     # #     # #     # #       #     #
#     #  #####   #####  #######  #####

CAN'T HEAR!!!



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:45 1996
From: Matt Lemsing <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: mods for Realistic PRO-25
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 16:29:50 +1000
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

G'day!
        Does anyone know the mods (if any) for the Realistic PRO-25? I am
after both keypad mods; test modes; and hardware mods...so if anyone has got
them or can be of any help, I would much appreciate it.

Matt Lemsing.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bruce Markowitz)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: My AOR1000 searches on start up
Date: 12 Mar 1996 20:28:54 -0500
Message-ID: <4i58cm$[e-mail]>

Anyone know how to get it to scan on start-up? I've tried all the obvious
stuff, like running down the battery and leaving it for a week or so. Is
there a keypad combo, or what?


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:46 1996
From: Norm Hammar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need Information
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 14:14:32 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have a special needs child who would love to listen to a scanner that
could pick up the police, fire, and airplane communications. We live in
western Colorado where there isn't much traffic, so my questions would
be: what kind of an inexpensive unit would work here, would there be
enough traffic to make it interesting, and where would I find the
frequencies? Thanks in advance.
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:47 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Dave Fifield <[e-mail]>
Subject: Need Regency 800 Manual/Circuits
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 20:27:00 GMT

Does anyone know where I can get ANYTHING (specs, operators manual,
circuits, FAQs, hints/tips, books....) to help me fix this old
Regency TurboScan 800 (model RS-2 I think). I can't seem to make
sense of how to program any channels or anything - maybe it's
broken beyond economic repair? All costs reimbursed. Thanks. Email
me please.

Dave Fifield
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:48 1996
From: seizure <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Newest version of Scanman-Where on net?
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 15:57:05 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i4eho$[e-mail]>

On 12 Mar 1996, Adam Huber wrote:

> I am searching for a source on the internet where I can find the most
> up-to-date version of a shareware program called "Scanman".  Does anyone
> know where I can find this program.  I am told it list a lot of
> interesting frequencies to program into your scanner.

Dear Adam:
        My friend, you picked the right newsgroup!!!  I am THE AUTHOR of
ScanMan.  Unfortunatly, it only lists frequencies in the Alachua County,
Florida area. Yes, it is a good program, and yes it is ShareWare, but I
don't think that it would help you --you're in California!  Send me
e-mail sometime and we can chat; I could write you a scanner database
program in BASIC if you like; ScanMan is written in DOS Batch Lanuage.

Jesse Rhoads, KE4CQE <[e-mail]>


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:49 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: NYC CHOPPER 4 (WNBC)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 20:10:03 GMT

In article <[e-mail]>,  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>ANy one have any freq. for chopper 4 in NYC?

Try searching 450-451 and 455-456 mhz.





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:51 1996
From: "C. Wheeler" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: On the cell freqs tonight
Date: 13 Mar 1996 01:05:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4i571n$[e-mail]>
References: <4hmch2$[e-mail]> <4hthf1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hvolj$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Dave O'Neal) wrote:
>
>>This is only true on some of the newer cell phones, and only to discourage
>>scanner buffs from listening in. All other phones (landline, cordless)
>>have the their own transmission repeated back to them.
>
>     Sorry, I have to disagree.  There is NO REASON to repeat the
>mobile audio.  The mobile only needs to hear the landline party.
>There is only so much bandwidth and using some of it to repeat the
>mobile audio is POINTLESS!  The hybrid and other types of circuits
>that supress the mobiles audio from being repeated are often expensive
>and require frequent alignment.  It is IMPOSSIBLE to COMPLETELY
>SUPRESS the mobiles audio all of the time.  This may change someday,
>but I don't know of anyone who can do it yet.

Well actually there is a reason for having your transmit audio come back
to you.  We call it sidetone.  It provides users with a way of knowing
that their line is hot.

If you pick up your home phone and talk over the dial tone you will hear
yourself over the receiver.  Push a digit to break dial tone and you will
still hear yourself.  Without sidetone most telephone users would
immediately assume that their phone is dead.

Sidetone can be adjusted and does need to be set properly.  Don't ask me
what the specs are  - but if sidetone is too low, some users may talk too
loud because they can't hear themselves very well (ever had a
converstaion with a teenager wearing headsets?).

OTH if your sidetone is set too high, you guessed it, the user may speak
too softly for the other end to hear.

So there is the "reason" for having sidetone.

I am not sure how can say that it is impossible to supress all of the
mobile's audio.  I assume you mean suppressing it from going back out on
the system's transmit channel.  Well if they wanted to supress it, they
could.  The transmit and receive are separated by 45 MHz.  Even after it
hits the land line network, 2 to 4 wire conversion (through hybrids) can
keep the tx and rx effectively seperated.  We can normally adjust hybrids
on our analog systems to give over 40dB of isolation.  For practical
purposes, 40 dB might as well be considered supressed.  In fact when when
we talk about supressed carrier in SSB radio systems 40 dB is the number.

A hybrid is not an exotic piece of equipment.  And as long as the circuit
it is phycially connected to remains and a constant impedance, they do
not require much periodic adjustment.

You are correct that providing sidetone on the network side of of radio
system will add noise on the path back to the mobile.  However I think
they do it for a reason.  Probably because not all phones provide it
"locally".

And BTW, sending back the mobile's audio does not increase channel
bandwidth.

Curtis




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:52 1996
From: [e-mail](David Palmer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Original Pro-46, how to tell?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 06:39:27 GMT
Message-ID: <4io96v$[e-mail]>
References: <4io130$[e-mail]>

In <4io130$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Igor Ying-Kit Yu)
writes:
>
>I'd like to be able to track the original Pro-46 that could be modded
>by unsoldering a couple of jumpers rather than have to use the factory
>test mode or disabling the daughterboard in order to get to the test
>mode. What are the model/date/serial# for these pre-ECPA scanners?
>Thanks.

Mine is one of the first '46s the date code is 11A2.



--
David Palmer                         [e-mail]

"Oh aint it good when things are going your way, hey! hey!"


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (Igor Ying-Kit Yu)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Original Pro-46, how to tell?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 04:20:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4io130$[e-mail]>

I'd like to be able to track the original Pro-46 that could be modded
by unsoldering a couple of jumpers rather than have to use the factory
test mode or disabling the daughterboard in order to get to the test
mode. What are the model/date/serial# for these pre-ECPA scanners?
Thanks.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carl Hodder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: OS-535 for PRO-2035 anygood?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 05:49:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4io690$[e-mail]>

Does anyone have a PRO-2035 with a OS-535 installed? Do you find
it a good interface? What about the programs that come with it?
Anyone hear of the "GOLD" interface software? I know about the
dumb anto-store of the 2035 but it was ment to skip stored
channels/frequencies in it's auto-search. It says this in
the introduction in the manual. So I guess it's abug in the
firmware. Anyway around this to get it working or semi-working like
manually locking out the frequencies as it finds it. Maybe the
problem is the scanner not locking it out but if you do it
your self it will. With the 2042, does it lock out the skipped
frequencies or say skipped on the display? How about another
way to start the auto-store feature.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ll pix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Phila Fire Films
Date: 15 Mar 1996 17:19:46 -0500
Message-ID: <4icqe2$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Ll pix)

In Philly or in the area.
Listen to 450.1125. Phila Fire Films Buff network.
want to join, it's FREE. E mail for info.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:55 1996
From: [e-mail](FREDERICK R. LAMBERT )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Philadelphia area Traffic Report Freqs?
Date: 13 Mar 1996 21:23:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7ebk$[e-mail]>
References: <4i6m2q$[e-mail]>

In <4i6m2q$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Andy
Domonkos) writes:
>
>Hi,
>
>I'm looking for the active air traffic watch freqs used in the
>Philadelphia area. Thanks!
>
>Andy
>

 Try 450.5875. That is a good one for Philly and South Jersey heading
to the shore.

  Fred L.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (Andy Domonkos)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Philadelphia area Traffic Report Freqs?
Date: 13 Mar 1996 14:28:42 GMT
Message-ID: <4i6m2q$[e-mail]>

Hi,

I'm looking for the active air traffic watch freqs used in the
Philadelphia area. Thanks!

Andy



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:57 1996
From: Bill Hayhurst <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Philadelphia area Traffic Report Freqs?
Date: 13 Mar 1996 22:58:07 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7jtv$[e-mail]>
References: <4i6m2q$[e-mail]>

Try 450.000 to 450.500.

I find local radio stations linking here to traffic helicopters.


West Palam Beach  Florida


Bill Hayhurst



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Moran)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Phoenix Frequencies
Date: 13 Mar 1996 10:15:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4i6776$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

by fun and exciting, what do you mean....With my AR-1000, I sometimes
find the frequencies in the 869-896mhz to be funn and exciting to listen
to...never know what will pop up there...also the mall security frequencies
464.975, 464.675 (464.0-465.0 search) as well as the news media 450.1875,
450.35 (450.0-451.0 search and 455.0-456.0 search) sometimes the taxi
companies can be interesting to: 452.1 (452.0-4 search) lets not forget
the fire and police frequencies 154.89, 154.19 (154.0-156.0 search) and
(453.0-454.0 search) also the highway patrol 460.325 or sheriff 460.05
(460.0-460.6 search) there are also the 800mhz PD (856.0-861.0 search)
lets not forget the CAP 166.6375 and SP RR 160.26, 160.89 (160.-161.0 search)

seek and you will find!!!
---
JOHN/PHX ([e-mail]) Computing and making Good Chemistry!...
----

Marty Pandola ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I am looking for fun and exciting frequencies in the Phoenix, AZ area.

: Thanks


: Marty


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:11:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (Guy Teague)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Photojournalist needs best scanner for trunked police transmissions
Date: 18 Mar 1996 05:07:55 -0500
Message-ID: <4ijclr$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

StyleTx ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Please help.
:       I am authorized to buy the best scanner for our newspaper in a
: Dallas/Fort Worth suburb.
:       Our police do not want us to listen to transmissions, but we need
: to show our community what the public servants are doing. Any help would
: be appreciated.
:       Please respond by e-mail to:  [e-mail]
:                       Thanks in advance,
:                                               Mark M. Hancock
--------
/rant_on/

The law states that you may monitor but not profit by your monitoring
(public service my butt, to cut off that lame excuse). There is no
exception for journalists. All you news organizations that use scanners
are breaking the law, pure and simple.

You can go to your local law enforcement and beg them to program the codes
into your radios, but then you are obligated to them and must live in fear
that if you print anything negative they will take away your codes.

If all youse weren't so lazy and your management toeing the bottom line
like they're waiting for the 2ndcoming dividend, you'd get off your duff
and actually send a reporter out to cover stories. I realize this is a
'retro' concept (in this age where even the obit writer's title starts
with 'Editor') that hasn't been used since the 30's and will seem
extremely radical to you, but it would provide better results than sitting
by a scanner and waiting for the telephone to ring with whatever
propaganda your 'sources' want you to print. Try it sometime.

Bottom line: it's illegal and I resent you getting away with it because
law enforcement thinks they can override federal law and promote it on
the chance of getting their names on the news.

/rant_off/

--
Regards  73 de  [e-mail]  "They're out there"              K Kesey
Guy      KG5VT  [e-mail]  "Hey don't eat that yellow snow" F Zappa


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:00 1996
From: StyleTx <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Photojournalist needs best scanner for trunked police transmissions
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 21:51:53 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Please help.
        I am authorized to buy the best scanner for our newspaper in a
Dallas/Fort Worth suburb.
        Our police do not want us to listen to transmissions, but we need
to show our community what the public servants are doing. Any help would
be appreciated.
        Please respond by e-mail to:  [e-mail]

                        Thanks in advance,

                                                Mark M. Hancock


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott A. McIntyre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Police car terminals
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 20:00:21 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi,

Anyone know the details on the terminals that are starting to appear in
police cruisers around the country?  What frequency do they use,
protocols, etc?

Probably a FAQ somewhere?

Scott


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Eveland)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Police car terminals
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 1996 04:17:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4idf33$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

seizure <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Those are called VDT's.. some have other names (MDT; Mobile Data
>Terminal, and a few others).  They are simply
>radio-teletype devices that query information from a Tele-Type database
>which simply has VIN #'s, DL #'s, and Tag Registration information from
>Nationwide data links.  This service can not always be listened to on
>scanner, and that is the whole point; what, you think they WANT you to
>hear when people get a ticket?  :)

>JunKie <[e-mail]>

The term VDT is an antiquated one, meaning Video Display Terminal, MDT
is used much more prevalently.

Aside from prodviding VIN, OLN, and registration information through a
nationwide service called NLETS (National Law Enforcement Teletype
System), MDTs can also query the above items, as well as serial
numbers, names, etc for want/warrants/stolen items through NCIC
(National Crime Information Center).  With some systems III
(Interstate Identification Index) criminal histories can even be
accessed from an MDT.

MDTs are also commonly used for dispatching calls, and car-to-car
communications, often replacing any voice dispatching.  Some systems
allow officers to complete reports in the vehicle and transmit them to
the station.  Some access local databases to flag 'trouble' addresses
during dispatch.

MDTs used by Fire/EMS services can flag addresses for potential
haz-mat situations, or certain medical directions.

Unfortunately, MDTs are digital communication, and as technology
progresses, higher speeds and encryption makes it difficult to decode
transmissions.  Also, they can operate on differenct freqencies in
different locations; there is no 'common' MDT freq.

Hope this helps.

Scott

_____________________________________________________________
Scott Eveland                    KB0FKN
[e-mail]                 [e-mail]
LEO, Reserve FF/EMT-A            Nebraska
Standard disclaimer applies.
There can be only one.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Police car terminals
Date: 14 Mar 1996 02:12:43 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8gtb$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

An excellent response.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Moran)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Police car terminals
Date: 20 Mar 1996 07:56:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4iodnt$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4idf33$[e-mail]>

MDT's will use a frequency allocated to the local police or fire department
on an analog receiver all you will hear is bursts of static...there are
devices available to demodulate and decode digital transmissions but
these are expensive and not easily portable or compatable with hand held
scanners..most require a computer interface.
---
JOHN/PHX ([e-mail]) Computing and making Good Chemistry!...
----

: Unfortunately, MDTs are digital communication, and as technology
: progresses, higher speeds and encryption makes it difficult to decode
: transmissions.  Also, they can operate on differenct freqencies in
: different locations; there is no 'common' MDT freq.

: Hope this helps.

: Scott

: _____________________________________________________________
: Scott Eveland                    KB0FKN
: [e-mail]                 [e-mail]
: LEO, Reserve FF/EMT-A            Nebraska
: Standard disclaimer applies.
: There can be only one.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:05 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Police car terminals
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 16:18:56 central
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

 [e-mail] (Mark Fellhauer) writes:

>>Those are called VDT's.. some have other names (MDT; Mobile Data
>>Terminal, and a few others).

>Actually, they are not called VDT's, that is a snip


Actually they are called VLT's and the police use them to gamble all day long.

he he


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 or BC 9000XLT
Date: 17 Mar 1996 09:44:21 -0500
Message-ID: <4ih8g5$[e-mail]>
References: <4hht16$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)

IS THERE CELL MOD INFO AVAIL. FOR THE PRO 2035 OR PRO 2042?

ALSO:  I AM LOOKING FOR A PRO 2005/6. CAN YOU HELP?

                                                    TONY 790-6012(813)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:07 1996
From: John Kirchen <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 23 Mods?????
Date: 15 Mar 1996 19:35:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4icgpg$[e-mail]>

I╣m new to this and have a Pro 23 that receives cellular.
I was wondering if there is a way for the Pro23 to receive frequencies
in the 40-5- Mhz range. Any help would be appreciated.

-Thanks
jk




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:08 1996
From: Pj Manganiello <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: pro 34 mods
Date: 21 Mar 1996 01:01:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4iq9ou$[e-mail]>
References: <4immvp$[e-mail]>

Go to:





      http://zianet.com/files/users/kc5kto/[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:08 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Brian M. Scott)
Subject: Pro 43: Clear Answer???
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 96 21:25:59 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Can someone please give me a clear answer -- Can this scanner be modified or
not???

H E L P ! ! !

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (SS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 43: Clear Answer???
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 96 01:20:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4i574d$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Brian M. Scott) wrote:
>Can someone please give me a clear answer -- Can this scanner be modified or
>not???
>

Depends on when it was built.  If you send me the model# and/or FCC#, I will
let you know...


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Raymond Miller)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-23 Mods Needed
Date: 16 Mar 1996 15:24:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4iemg5$[e-mail]>

Looking for any modifications for the realistic Pro-23, date code 7A4.
Especially to eliminate the cell block. Thanks.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: pro-26 mod
Date: 13 Mar 1996 12:26:19 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i6etb$[e-mail]>
References: <4huo3d$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Ron: You're response to my note was on a very professional level. This
alone indicates to me (even though I don't know you) that you are very
likely on the "up-and-up".
My apologies if my note was damaging in any way, but you must understand
that, on the internet, there are many people who send "crank" notes or,
worse, advice that could be damaging. So, I guess I'm always on guard for
this and, will sometimes post notes challenging information like that.
PS: I agree, it IS well worth the trade off of cellular while gaining
imaging at 1100 Mhz, since I seriously doubt there will be much of
anything to monitor on those freqs.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:12 1996
From: Drew <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-33 MODS
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 12:21:58 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hk5p5$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

On Tue, 12 Mar 1996, Charles D Morgan wrote:

> Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 16:58:13 -0500
> From: Charles D Morgan <[e-mail]>
> To: [e-mail]
> Newgroups: rec.radio.scanner
> Subject: Re: PRO-33 MODS
>
> Hi
> Ramsey Electronics sells a kit for like $40 to convert the higer freqs
> down to a lower one
> Goes between the scanner and antenna i think
> I personally havent built it
> Would be a cheapp way to adapt yours for this
> Their # is 1-800-446 2295

Thanks for the tip Charles!

> they also sell a kit for 39.95 called ss70 which descrambles cordless phones
> and some industrial scrambling
> It goes on after the audio port i think
> I purchased it today but has not arrived yet

I can't believe that this is legal! Do you live in Canada or the U.S.? As
far as I have read it is o.k. in Canada if you pickup some cordless
activity on a scanner (because I guess it would be too complex to avoid it
by blocking out all the scanners in this range, as they do with cell phones).

Isn't it illegal to monitor cell phone freqs? (Let alone descramble them)
I don't mean to appear judgemental here, I am just amazed that this is
possible and wonder if it is legal. The fact that you both have bought
specialized equipment from suppliers and have posted this on the usenet lead
me to believe that it is not an uncommon thing. But is it legal?

> By the way i have a full service scanner for cordless and cellular
> The pro 46 which i modified myself
> It might be forsale if you need one
> whatever its up to you

I hear that the police are favoring the 900 Mhz + bands and are moving up to
them. Is this the case in your neck of the woods.

> Thanks
> Charles
>

/<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>\
|--------------------------------Andrew Scott--------------------------------|
|[e-mail]-------------------------|
\<><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><><>/




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (chuck  )
Subject: RE: Pro-34 ?'s
Date: 13 Mar 96 11:23:05 -0800
References: <4hkfa6$[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

great radio....i would not give no more than $150 for it.mine has the
same 20-135 model number.if you are wondering about whether or not it
get's cell phones........it does.it was made well before the cell
phone law.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:14 1996
From: Dave Ferguson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-39 MODS???????
Date: Sat, 16 Mar 96 07:38:53 PDT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4idcgj$[e-mail]>


In Article<4idcgj$[e-mail]>, <[e-mail]> write:
> Path: castle.nando.net!news.sprintlink.net!news.lightlink.com!usenet
> From: abe <[e-mail]>
> Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
> Subject: PRO-39 MODS???????
> Date: 16 Mar 1996 03:28:19 GMT
> Organization: ART MATRIX - LIGHTLINK
> Lines: 3
> Message-ID: <4idcgj$[e-mail]>
> NNTP-Posting-Host: port50.lightlink.com
> Mime-Version: 1.0
> Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii
> Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
> X-Mailer: Mozilla 1.1N (Windows; I; 16bit)
>
> pro-39 mods????????????????????????????????please
>
>

May I suggest to you and anyony else looking for mods to check out this site:

http://www.pacifier.com/~ussn/       and click on "Links to other sites".

There you will find a list of other sites, one of which is a "Radio Modificati
ons Database".
I found these to sites for your Pro-39:
gopher://hamster.business.uwo.ca:70/11/.mods
ftp://ftp.qrz.com/mods/    and select pro39.txt.

I have a Pro39 and have performed the cellular mod and was successful.
Regards

-----------------------------------------------------
Dave Ferguson      "The problem with common sense
[e-mail]     is that it's not too common!"
Durham, NC
-----------------------------------------------------



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:15 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Jon Van Allen)
Subject: Pro-43 with mods including shortwave!
Date: Sun, 10 Mar 96 19:11:34 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

For sale Pro-43 with mods for improved audio, upgraded
speaker, 54-88 mhz enable, cellular enable, and shortwave
reception from 6 to 30 mhz. $225. Contact via email or call
801-565-0095 any time. Thanks, Jon.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:16 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-46 scanner
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 07:30:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5j6n$[e-mail]>
References: <4htqu8$[e-mail]>

No the Pro-2040 is not able to be modified.

<[e-mail]> wrote:


> How do I recognize the type of Pro-46 you mentioned?   Also,  I would like t
o know if my Pro-2040 can be modified.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:17 1996
From: Pj Manganiello <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-51 Mod Question
Date: 16 Mar 1996 20:23:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4if7vl$[e-mail]>
References: <4iecqp$[e-mail]>

What's the Date and is there an "A" at the end of the catalog #, get back
to me and I can let you know, gotta run....




                               Mango ;}



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:19 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Marty <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: PRO-51 Mod Question
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 96 16:45:25 cdt
References: <4iecqp$[e-mail]>


> Hypothetically speaking, let's say you have a new PRO-51 where the test mode
> (2,9,L-Out) cell mod didn't work.  Is there still a way to modify the
scanner so
> that it can pick up cell frequencies, or did Uniden completely do away with
this
> capability?
>
> Thanks in advance for your responses.
\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\
I have a PRO-51 with a date code of 7A4.  This seems to be the LAST
date coded model that can take the keyboard mod as I have tried it on
later models with NO success.

Try this:  (1) First try hold LOCK-OUT, 2 and 9 keys down while turning on
power.  Test frequencies should be loaded into the first 25 channels (maybe) .
If channel 23 contains a magic frequency (888.96MHz) then you can direct
search .
******************************************************************************
(2) IF that does NOT work (THIS WILL !!!!!)  hold down BAND, 2 and 9 down
while
turning ON power.  Now, in the digit test mode, all digits of the LCD will
move slowly
from the left to the right of the display.

(3) When the movement advances nearly to the right end of the display,  press
and hold
the LOCK-OUT, 2 and 9 keys until the digit test mode stops...
The display will blink, **NOW** the radio will begin scanning the
factory-preset frequencies.
Manually step to channel 23, which will display 888.960 MHz, roughly the
middle ofthe
cellular band. Start a normal, direct search routine from this frequency to
cover thecellular
freq's.

(NOTE) This will wipe out all stored frequencies. You will want to keep CH #
23 open ,so
you can do your searches up or down from 888.960. Once you search higher than
896.000,
or lower than 869.000 ,   you will need to manually step to CH # 23 again.
(once yousearch
past those ranges you need to go back to the middle by going to ch. 23)

After you get the mod complete it is safe to program the scanner back to
wherever you had
it, just keep ch. 23 open for cell.

 Hope this was not too confusing.  HAPPY SCANNING!!  |-)))))))))))
{for more info, see Monitoring Times Dec. 1994 Pg.112}


(NOTE) This will wipe out all stored  frequencies





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kevin H Schiffman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-51 MODS PLEASE!!!
Date: 13 Mar 1996 11:44:34 -0600
Message-ID: <4i71i2$[e-mail]>

Well, I don't know about the beep (I would love to get rid of it) but the
schematics can be ordered fro RS unlimited for $10.95... If you are
thinking of serios modding and you know what you are doing, buy it... I did
--Kevin



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:20 1996
From: Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-62 mods????????????????????????????????????????????????????
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 17:54:26 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Frank Encinias wrote:
>
> Are there any mods for the Pro-62???
>
> Thanks
> Shaun


I have not found any.... and doubt very much that there is one...


http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html
--
Dave Booth


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dan Lawrence)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Problem with 2004 audio  Help?
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 96 06:11:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4i8dao$[e-mail]>

I have a Pro-2004 who's audio is intermittent.  It has quite a sorted past...

Its previous owner hooked it up to his CB antenna so he would have an external

antenna.  However he used a antenna "Y" and left the CB base unit connected as

well.  Apparently it didn't occur to him that the RF from the CB would hurt
the scanner.  So I got it for $75 and the rest is history.  It doesn't receive

at all below 440MHz, 450 -470 is pretty bad, but 800-1000 is passable.

So, I have been using it for several years until the audio quit working.  The
display still did all the right things and the squelch appeared to work.  The
signal at pin 9 of IC2 (the output of the discriminator) also appeared
correct.

For a while if I left the unit on and at full volume, it would start to work
(slowly getting louder) after 30 mins to 1 hour.  After a couple of times
doing that the problem seemed to go into remission.  Six month later it came
back.  This time not as responsive to leaving it on and coming back.

So I started looking at it.  The problem appears to be centered around IC3 on
PC-1 (the RF board on the top side of the unit.  IC3 is a NEC D4011BC with a
1987 date code.  If I create some capacitance by holding my finger over IC3
the audio will come back.  Usually holding my finger there with very light
pressure will keep the audio for about 30 seconds before it fades out.  I am
not pushing hard enough to flex the board, so I don't think it is a bad solder

joint on the main board.  I have tried pushing on the board next to IC3 and
that doesn't do anything.  I also tried pushing on the top of IC3 with a non
metallic tool (in the same way that I did with my finger) but it didn't
produce the same results.  The finger trick seems to work best in the center
of the chip.  Sometimes I have to rub back and forth across the top of the
chip before it will work.  My best guess is I am capacitively coupling my body

to the die inside of the chip.

Anyone got any guesses?  I figure the IC has finally gone bad after 9 years of

service.  Is that a normal CMOS 4011?  Can I replace it with a 4011 that I
purchase at an electronics store or is it a radio shack exclusive part?  If
so, what's the best way to order parts from RS?

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks

[e-mail]         http://www.halcyon.com/dan/welcome.html
Dan Lawrence            PGP public key at
Seattle, WA  USA        http://www.halcyon.com/dan/pubkey.asc


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dan Lawrence)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Problem with 2004 audio  Help?
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 96 07:15:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4i8h38$[e-mail]>
References: <4i8dao$[e-mail]>

In article <4i8dao$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Dan Lawrence) wrot
e:
>I have a Pro-2004 who's audio is intermittent.  It has quite a sorted past...

Here is some updated info.  I am starting to wonder if it is a power supply
problem.  Since I have reassembled the unit, the display occasionally goes
completely dead.  The back light still works, but all digits are gone.  I can
turn it off and on, unplug it from AC, and press the reset button but it still

won't come back.  However if I hit it fairly hard, it will pop back on...

I have also noticed the back light appears to flicker like the inverter is
going south on me.

And last but not least, for a while when I first turn the scanner on the audio

would work for 10-20 seconds before fading away.  If I turned it off and back
on it would work again for 10-20 seconds.  It did that for about 10 minutes
and now has gone back to not working at all.

Does this sound like a power supply problem?  If so where is the best place to

check the power lines?  How many voltages does this thing have?  I see a 5
volt regulator, so there must be at least +5 :)

Thanks

[e-mail]         http://www.halcyon.com/dan/welcome.html
Dan Lawrence            PGP public key at
Seattle, WA  USA        http://www.halcyon.com/dan/pubkey.asc


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:24 1996
From: Brett Miller - N7OLQ <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: R-7000 RIT?
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 15:38:46 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ho5cs$[e-mail]>

Steve Benkoski wrote:
>
> I would like any information about adding RIT to my R-7000. Any ideas?
>                                       Mark KA4JVY


Just set the step selector to 0.1 Khz and move the tuning dial until the
SSB signal comes in clearly.
--

Brett Miller - N7OLQ                    [e-mail]
Intel Corp.                             CIS: 73370,3030
American Fork, UT


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:25 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: R/S PRO 25 LIKE NEW + ACCESS -- $125
Date: 17 Mar 1996 23:50:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4ii8ft$[e-mail]>

ONLY 3 MONTHS OLD
26 - 956 MHZ
NEVER MODED, OR EVEN TAMPERED WITH
NICAD BATTERIES + A/C ADAPTOR AND RECHARGER

LIKE NEW!




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas ~ WA6IGJ)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work?
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 23:07:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7khj$[e-mail]>
References: <4f5puj$[e-mail]> <4g2g44$[e-mail]> <4gcngb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmehm$[e-mail]>,<4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h98jh$[e-mail]>

I'm compelled to add that I live on Main Street and there's always cars
exceeding the 45MPH limit...

I installed two radar-type alarm sensors/detectors... just pointed one
North and one South... I know it works because one of my lodge bros.
stopped by one day to ask 'whatthehell' you got in there'?!  <BG>

Because the case is warm, two birds decided to nest under one of the
sensors last year.  Apparently, the parents pushed the eggs out of the nest
after a few weeks... I'm looking to see if they will return this year.

Tony
WA6IGJ



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (David A. Gray PhD)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? /  Policemen's Balls
Date: 19 Mar 1996 15:03:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4imics$[e-mail]>
References: <4f5puj$[e-mail]> <4g2g44$[e-mail]> <4gcngb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gmehm$[e-mail]>,<4h0g92$[e-mail]> <4h98jh$[e-mail]>

In article <4h98jh$[e-mail]>, you say...
>
>Which brings us back to the actual topic of this newsgroups: scanners.
>Listen to your local PD or highway patrol and listen to the number of
>accidents that occur every day and you will hear firsthand what the
>statistics have been telling us all along - speed and alcohol are the two
>most common causes of accidents with roughly equal numbers of each type. On
>my scanner I have heard an increase in people calling in speeding cars on
>the highway, many in excess of 90 MPH. The local speed limit is 65.
>
What, are you majoring in police science or something?  BTW, did I miss some-
thing?  I attended Cal State Fullerton, and I lived in California until two
years ago.  I believe the "local" maximum speed limit is 55 mph not 65 mph.
Surface streets are usually below 50mph.  Oh and BTW, alcohol related auto-
mobile accidents out number speed related accidents almost four to one.

I've listened to most of the Police freqs. in OC, LA and SD counties.  Most
of the "speeding" calls I heard were from high speed chases involving fleeing
suspects.

I'd rather drive with speeding Californian drivers than with the best drivers
any where else in the U.S.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gabe)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news>
Date: 15 Mar 96 18:54:32 GMT

In article <3148c1f8.4335415@news>, [e-mail] (Jason Spangler) wrot
e:


> Its comical to see people trying to defend criminal behavior.  Rather
> than inventing wild schemes to rationalize speeding, why don't you
> just obey the law like a mature adult, and you won't have any problems
> with the police.

   Riiight. So if the rest of the traffic is going 90 on the beltway, and
I DON'T go 90 and cause a wreck, that's all fine and dandy because I can't
rationalize the speeding? Sometimes it's best to do what the rest of the
cars are doing. (SOMEtimes!)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:30 1996
From: "R. J. Grochowski" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 15:59:59 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <4iml78$[e-mail]>

David A. Gray PhD wrote:
>
>         (Pure Drivel)

I wonder if a PhD can be revoked?

RG


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jason Spangler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 01:09:54 GMT
Message-ID: <3148c1f8.4335415@news>
References: <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Steve Work) wrote:

>jay vise ([e-mail]) wrote:
>
>: >
>: >Hey Ralph Nader, guess what, Speed is NOT a leading cause of accidents,
>: >in fact it's not even in the top ten
>
>Going too fast for ***conditions** is probably a leading cause of
>accidents.   However, for example, going 85mph on a clear day on a
>lightly-trafficked interstate is probably safe.  This type of driving
>by itself is probably not a major contributor to accidents.  Who know, it
>might even reduce accidents cause the drivers are on the road for less time.
>
>However, speed laws are almost universally set by a posted sign.  The
>"safe and reasonable speed" laws are extinct.   Most drivers, by
>instinct, know what a safe speed is.  Sometimes, a safe speed is more
>than the posted limit; many times it is less.  Law enforcement takes
>advantage of drivers who are for the most part exceeding the **posted**
>limit while still driving safely.

It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the faster you
driver, the less time you have to react to unexpected conditions.
Also, the more likely a vehicle failure will cause you to lose
control.  From my observations, 99.99 percent of "accidents" are
caused by speeders and tailgaters.  I put quotes around the term
"accidents" because they aren't really accidents.  The reckless driver
of the vehicle caused the crash by driving carelessly.

Its comical to see people trying to defend criminal behavior.  Rather
than inventing wild schemes to rationalize speeding, why don't you
just obey the law like a mature adult, and you won't have any problems
with the police.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:33 1996
From: "James K. Porter" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: radio for seroius railfan
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 23:03:18 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iklkm$[e-mail]>

PKelly5637 wrote:
>
> If there are any seriuos railfans out there, I would be very interested in
> experiences you have had with scanning radios for this band 160-161 mhz
> both as a base and/or mobile trackside application.  I experience serious
> interference and intermod problems scanning the railroads in my car with a
> Pro 43 with a 2 meter mag mount antenna.  I have tried numerous antenna
> combinations from all band (terrible, pulls in all kinds of noise) to just
> using the duckie (cuts down on range).  What I want is a scannable radio
> (it doesn't have to be a scanner) that has good range and protection from
> interference (like the Pro 2006 with the Grove mobile mount, missed the
> boat on that one!)  I'm leaning toward a professional Motorola two way
> radio designed for the rail band (programmed for recieve only) but am
> looking for other ideas before committing (or should that be "being
> committed") to a specialized scannable radio in the $400 range just for
> railfanning.  Pleae post oe e mail.
>
> Thanks kindly
> Patrick Kelly
> [e-mail]

I can't imagine what your problem is except the antenna you are using
sounds a bit low-band.  I use a cheap all-band mag-mount from RS and
receive every transmission with no problem using a cheap BC 550.  I D/L
the freqs in my area from the internet.

Jim


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:34 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4htkto$[e-mail]> <4i04mo$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 12 Mar 1996 23:19:33 GMT

>There is now a solution for pesky repeater abusers.  There is equipment
>available that can identify (ie verify) a transmitter.  It's like
>fingerprinting.  Add direction finding and you've got them.  I've seen it
>at several Ham Swap meets.
>Sorry I can't give you a name.
>                                                      Best of luck
   I think the widget yer refferring to is called TxID
I saw an add in the February CQ for it. Pricey widget tho.


<tsb>
                               Midgard Graphics
           3D Animation and Special FX for the hobbyist videographer
                          Email: [e-mail]

--
          Drop into #amigacafe on IRC's undernet for a chat sometime

--

<tsb>

                     A man of many hobby's master of none.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack
Date: 14 Mar 1996 03:55:48 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8muk$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

I actually worked to RS during two periods of unemployment from "real"
jobs, and I must admit that I was the resident scanner/ham "expert",
having been involved in the monitoring hobby since 1971 and a licensed ham
since 1985. But most of those in this newsgroup are right: the average RS
"salesdroid/dweeb/whatever" can't answer anything more than the simplest
questions on these things.

 Re: ham radio

Customer: How far can you talk with it?
RS SalesGuy: About 5 miles

Re: Scanners

Customer : What are those?
RS:  Scanners
Customer: What do they do?
RS: They pick up police calls and stuff.
Customer: Why would you want to hear THAT?
RS: I dunno.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:37 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio shack Freq Counter HELP
Date: 17 Mar 1996 17:46:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4ihj61$[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hhsmh$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ig0ch$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Joe and Maria) wrote:
>[e-mail] (Michael Alexander) wrote:
>
>>In article <4hhsmh$[e-mail]>, [e-mail](Tom
>>Brusoe ) wrote:
>
>>> Hello, I have recived a Radio shack Freq counter and I have very little
>>> idea as to what it is designed to do. I tried to pick up my cordless
>>> phone (had the nob set to 50mhz) I got nothing, I tried to recieve
>>> Mcdonalds drive through nothing again. Can I hook up an external ant.
>>> maybee run in serial with my scannetrs ext ant? any help would be
>>> greatly appreciated.
>>>
>I have the same freq counter and it is pretty much worthless unless
>you're using it out in the boonies or using narrow band pass filters.
>I use it to determine the freq of an unknown unit.
>
>Joe
=================
It's possible that you are both not quite understanding what a frequency
counter does.
Frequency Counters can only work with *near field* transmissions. In
practical terms, that means that a frequency, in order to be locked onto
and displayed, must be stronger than *all* the rest of the signals in the
RF spectrum covered by the counter. In other words, a signal has to be
above the "floor" of signals coming into the counter to be locked onto.
Cordless phones, being low powered to begin with, are not good candidates
for being found with a frequency counter, unless you are *very* close to
the antenna (as in inches, and few of them).
So, what good are frequency counters? Well, their uses for scanner
enthusiasts are limited. Their main intended use is as a test instrument,
to determine the actual frequency a transmitter is on. For us, one can
determine the frequency of an unknown transmitter, too, but it has to be
very close, or very powerful. To catch that security guard's frequency,
the frequency counter has to be within a few feet of the transmitter. MAny
people have done this, but it takes a certain amount of work to stay
within range, while waiting for the guard to transmit, or cajole him/her
into transmitting.
I've been able to determine the frequency of service trucks near my house,
by using an external antenna, and waiting. But such trucks will be using
15 watts or more, making such a setup possible.
Hope this helps.
--
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio shack Freq Counter HELP
Date: 17 Mar 1996 12:49:22 -0500
Message-ID: <4ihjb2$[e-mail]>
References: <4ig0ch$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

I think the problem may be due to the application, not the tool.
Its probable, that the tool you wanted is not a frequency counter, but a
device like the Optoelectronics Scout or Cub.
Ofcourse, its going to cost you 4 to 5 times as much.
Check out their ads in Monitoring Times, Nuts n' Volts, etc.  I'm sure
you'll be intrigued.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joe and Maria)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio shack Freq Counter HELP
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 03:19:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4ig0ch$[e-mail]>
References: <4h0g92$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hcrjt$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hhsmh$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Michael Alexander) wrote:

>In article <4hhsmh$[e-mail]>, [e-mail](Tom
>Brusoe ) wrote:

>> Hello, I have recived a Radio shack Freq counter and I have very little
>> idea as to what it is designed to do. I tried to pick up my cordless
>> phone (had the nob set to 50mhz) I got nothing, I tried to recieve
>> Mcdonalds drive through nothing again. Can I hook up an external ant.
>> maybee run in serial with my scannetrs ext ant? any help would be
>> greatly appreciated.
>>
I have the same freq counter and it is pretty much worthless unless
you're using it out in the boonies or using narrow band pass filters.
I use it to determine the freq of an unknown unit.

Joe




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:40 1996
From: [e-mail](ronald p. cain )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio Shack-you got questions, we haven't a clue
Date: 15 Mar 1996 22:45:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4icrue$[e-mail]>

 I don't know about anybody else, but aren't we beating a dead horse
here? Everybody knows by now that when you go inside a Radio Shack
store you will encounter SALESMEN. Yeah, I said it. No techs in sight.

But Radio Shack does have some good points: In small towns there may be
no other source for electronic parts, You'll ALWAYS know more than the
guy at the counter, And, best of all, if you buy something there and it
stinks-take it back. Don't suffer in silence.

There's just one more thing. I don't ever recall anyone being captured
by knife-wielding thugs and forced to go into a RS. It's strictly
voluntary.

Cheers, Ron CAin


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio Shack...Wrong Answers = $10K N.A.L.
Date: 13 Mar 1996 17:32:33 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4i70rh$[e-mail]>

That's right, boys and girls...Sammy Salesdroid not only wastes your time
by asking for your name and address instead of answering your questions
correctly, he can also cost you MONEY!!

A few years ago, I was at a Radio Shack back in Minnesota.  A
construction foreman came in, looking to buy walkie-talkies for his work
crew. What do you suppose the salesdroid tried to sell him?  CB walkies?
NO!  GMRS? NO!  Yep...you got it....HTX-202's!  The droid's exact words
were "these will reach a lot further than those (points to CB walkie
talkies) and there's more channels, so you don't have to worry about
interference."  No mention of license, test, callsigns, etc.
Unbelieveable!

Radio Shack..."You've got questions, we've got answers.  WRONG ones
that can get you a $10,000 Notice of Apparent Liability for unlicensed
operation in the amateur radio service!"

-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Arnie B.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Store Vary Tremendously
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 23:26:18 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Chas) wrote:

                        <snip>

> One time I tried to order something a the nearby Radio Shack, the
> salesperson told me I'd have to come back when the manager was there.
> He didn't know how to process an order. I left and called the regional
> manager who said he'd call me right back. That was 6 months ago. Maybe
> I should go somewhere else for the modem I'm using????

I guess I have to keep waiting also.  On February 18 I sent the following
email to Radio Shack HQ in Texas:

"I had a frustrating experience with your Cooper City, FL store today.  The
hour posted for closing is 5 PM.  I saw a sign in the window at 4:53 PM
indicating "CLOSED".  I parked and was at the front door by 4:54 PM.  Two
employees were in the store, one behind the counter, the other leaning on
his elbows onto the front of the counter.

I knocked at the door and was totally ignored.  I knocked again, very
loudly, and the young man got off his elbows and pointed to his watch and
looked away.  I had to knock agin loudly for him to look up.  I shouted
that it wasn't even 4:55, and I just wanted to buy a book.  (I had seen the
book there before)  He again pointed to his watch.  I then shouted: "What
do I have to do?!?  Write to Tandy in Texas?!?"  He then conferred with the
person behind the counter, pointed to that person, and shrugged his
shoulders.

I am well aware of the retail business and closing a unit for the day. If
the store has 5 PM posted as closing, and it is known that a customer wants
to make a specific purchase taking about one minute, serve the customer -
or stop leaning on the counter, close the store and go home.

This is the SECOND time in the past two weeks I have had a bad experience
with that store.  I'm just too annoyed to keep writing!"

                        ---------------

Radio Shack responded on February 19 with:
"Thank you for your E-Mail.  It has been directed to Mr. Moe Lucena,
RadioShack Regional Sales Manager.

Expect to hear from Mr. Lucena or one of his representatives shortly."
                      -------------------

Well, it's March 15, and no reply yet.   I'm not holding my breath for a reply
.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:44 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Store Vary Tremendously
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 22:10:00 GMT

>SARUMAN ([e-mail]) wrote:

>:   Next time ya need something ordered from the Catalog avoid the Whole Lot
>:   of
>: them. Call 800-THE SHACK you'll get an operator who'll happily take your
>: order which will arrive a few days later barring any problems.

>But you WILL have to give them your name and address.  :)

At first I misssed the Smiley at the end of your msg and was quite confused ;-
)
I am one of the few folks that doesn't mind "Junk" mail since I tend to be a
lazy lout and buy most of my goodies via mail so I tend to enjoy alot of the
Junk mail sent to me from companies selling my name and address to other
Company's.


<tsb>
                               Midgard Graphics
           3D Animation and Special FX for the hobbyist videographer
                          Email: [e-mail]

--
          Drop into #amigacafe on IRC's undernet for a chat sometime

--

<tsb>

                     A man of many hobby's master of none.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:45 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Store Vary Tremendously
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 23:47:23 GMT

>[e-mail] (Mike Owyang) wrote:

>>One of the counter jocks at my local RS didn't even know the proper
>>procedure to redeem the $3 catalog coupon!

>>--
>>Mike Owyang
>>[e-mail]

>In a 5 mile radius of where I live (in Central Maryland) I find  the
>service varies tremendously from store to store (and neighborhood
>to neighborhood) The stores in the large malls seem to have better
>sales help. All in all if I know exactly what I need and can just take
>it from the shelf or rack I go to Radio Shack. If its something  I
>need advise on I usually go to Bainsville Electronics on Joppa Road
>where they have very knowledgeable people. Even the cashier knows
>about basic parts and can find them without asking for a catalog
>number!!

>One time I tried to order something a the nearby Radio Shack, the
>salesperson told me I'd have to come back when the manager was there.
>He didn't know how to process an order. I left and called the regional
>manager who said he'd call me right back. That was 6 months ago. Maybe
>I should go somewhere else for the modem I'm using????
>Charlie

  Next time ya need something ordered from the Catalog avoid the Whole Lot of
them. Call 800-THE SHACK you'll get an operator who'll happily take your order
which will arrive a few days later barring any problems.

<tsb>
                               Midgard Graphics
           3D Animation and Special FX for the hobbyist videographer
                          Email: [e-mail]

--
          Drop into #amigacafe on IRC's undernet for a chat sometime

--

<tsb>

                     A man of many hobby's master of none.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:49 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Chas)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Store Vary Tremendously
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 02:25:48 GMT
References: <[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Mike Owyang) wrote:

>One of the counter jocks at my local RS didn't even know the proper
>procedure to redeem the $3 catalog coupon!

>--
>Mike Owyang
>[e-mail]

In a 5 mile radius of where I live (in Central Maryland) I find  the
service varies tremendously from store to store (and neighborhood
to neighborhood) The stores in the large malls seem to have better
sales help. All in all if I know exactly what I need and can just take
it from the shelf or rack I go to Radio Shack. If its something  I
need advise on I usually go to Bainsville Electronics on Joppa Road
where they have very knowledgeable people. Even the cashier knows
about basic parts and can find them without asking for a catalog
number!!

One time I tried to order something a the nearby Radio Shack, the
salesperson told me I'd have to come back when the manager was there.
He didn't know how to process an order. I left and called the regional
manager who said he'd call me right back. That was 6 months ago. Maybe
I should go somewhere else for the modem I'm using????
Charlie



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glenn Johnson (KB5VQI))
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We're clueless
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 05:17:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4i5lpt$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Stephen)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 21:36:03 -0800
Message-ID: <John_Stephen-1803962136040001@204.75.37.194>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hlftq$[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]> <4i5mgi$[e-mail]>

Well, although this thread seems just a little pointless (personal
opinions about an entire chain based on a few local experiences seem
silly, and holding local store owners responsible for their franchises
national market campaign, well, hmmm....), I feel I must throw in my own
recent experience with my Radio Shack.

I purchased a Pro-51 (my first scanner!) this past weekend and the
salesperson was _very_ helpful.  He answered all of my questions about the
different models and their capabilities (I am a professional engineer and
like to think my questions weren't all *that* simple or naive) and then he
even steered me towards the "old" Pro-51 with some innocuous statement
like "Of course, I can't tell you whether this one can be made to receive
cellular".  I could practically hear the "wink, wink, nudge, nudge, say no
more".  I'm quite pleased with my purchase and I'm glad that I received
the help that I did.

Anyhow, my point is that they're all different and to flame on about what
a lousy chain it is and how it doesn't deserve to be patronized is
ridiculous.  Myself, I'll shop where I feel respected, where I feel like
I'm getting a good deal and where I'm pretty sure I'll find what I'm
looking for.  And if the saleman's an asshole I'll go find somewhere
else.  God knows, Radio Shacks are about as common as 7-11's -- it's not
much of a drive to just go find another one or another chain/store
altogether.

Of course, I *could* tell about that asshold at a Radio Shack in Texas who
couldn't figure out how to sell me grille cloth for my speakers ;-)

Oh, anyone know of a hardware mod for the Pro-51 so I can actually key in
cellular frequencies?  The test-mode memory thing works great but I'd love
to be able to program a limit search in instead.

- John Stephen


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:52 1996
From: [e-mail](FREDERICK R. LAMBERT )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 14 Mar 1996 21:17:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4ia2ct$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Mike Owyang)
writes:
>
>One of the counter jocks at my local RS didn't even know the proper
>procedure to redeem the $3 catalog coupon!
>

 Last week a salesdude try to sell me a 20 dollar warranty
for a 10 dollar headset. Oh, well.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:54 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 03:36:28 GMT

Mark E. Daniel <[e-mail]> wrote:
>You have to realize that no where in the "You've got Questions, We've Got
>Answers" thing does it say that the answers and questions will be
>evenly matched.  Just about anyone can who is deep into a hobby will tell
>you to know what you want before you go to Raido Shack if you go at all.

I don't have to realize anything.  This is the "image" Radio Shack
presents with their advertising, "We are THE place for hard to find
tubes", "We are the place for hard to find batteries", "We have Answers"
and the like...  No...  Radio Shack presents this image, they have to
put up with the crap when they can't live up to the image.

>You do have questions and they do have answers, just maybe not to your
>questions.  And even then they might know where you can get is answered
>and we as good and knowlegeable people might suggest to them where to
>take people like that instead of slamming them for not knowing everything
>under the sun.

This is a bullshit answer and you know it.  Half the time they don't
even try.  Read my posting on my attempt to purchase a $40 battery
pack.  The pack didn't even have to fit, but no, the guy volunteered
that there was no way I could hack it.  The guy didn't even look at
the battery.  It was a totally idiotic and stupid action in the sense
of their promotion AND in the business sense.  I was the expert, and the
guy said NO.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Wayda)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 20 Mar 1996 08:02:39 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hnasm$[e-mail]> <4i4066$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4int1r$[e-mail]>

Arthur Pharter really cut the cheese this time... heheheheheheheheh.
Why not post using your real identity?

Jim Wayda
Captain, Scanner Price Police
(Bookum Danno, the charge is price gouging)


In article <4int1r$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Arthur Pharter)
wrote:

--- Snip --- Snip ---Snip

  ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ ---  Now here is a brilliant statement...  I knew there was a

: way to keep Tandy from plumb pissing you off...  And damn, we have yet to
: discuss the "Can I have your phone number?", when all you want to do is
get the
: hell out of the store...
:
:
: >Hugs and Kisses.  -  Guba!
:
: Oh great... a Fag Radio Shack Manager....
:
: A. Pharter
: Radio Shack Secret Shopper


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:56 1996
From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 09:51:47
Message-ID: <4imhpn$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ikmdl$[e-mail]>


In article <4ikmdl$[e-mail]> Bill Sheehan wrote:
>This guy sounds like one of the guys I fired for being
incompetent. I
>got trained, and I had a nice house in the burbs on what I made,
but I
>you see I COULD CUT IT!!!! I left, but it was because I wanted to
do
>something different. Tnady had inadvertantly TRAINED me for my new
>career. The average age of the buyers in FW is about 36, most
don't
>even know what a New Yorker is, but hey they promote from within,
and
>only those guys WHO CAN CUT IT!!
>

Folks, this is a typical RS employee response to anybody that used
to work at RS and then tells how poorly the internal operation is
run.  Don't believe it.  I quit RS after 5 year of employment with
them because there is no real money in working there.  It was just
a part time job during school.  However, I used to have to manage
stores on a periodic basis during the summer months because they
fired people right and left.  There people were not all
incompetent.  I saw people that were salespeople for a month, then
made managers and then fired all within a six month period.  Who's
fault is this "failure?"  RS of course.

They way they calculate inventory is almost a for sure loss for the
manager, both financially and from a "career" standpoint.  They way
they structure commissions and management compensation is almost
like taking money out of the employees pocket.  This guy that is
pontificating about those that can't cut it will also be gone from
RS is due time.  We'll hear a different story then.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (alan chastain)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Really basic scanning question...
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 17:28:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipetb$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

On Sat, 13 Jan 1996 22:37:21 -0500, [e-mail] (Scott A.
McIntyre) wrote:

>Hi,
>
>I've never done any scanning before, but on a whim (actually, my wife
>forbade me from buying a home theatre system) I bought a Uniden SportsCat
>(only model in stock that was handheld) sc150b.  So far I've had a fun
>evening of hearing all sorts of interesting things...but I've got what
>must be a simple question:
>
>Every now and then when listening to what I think are cellular phone calls
>(because one person or other says "I'm on the car phone"), I hear a Bzzt
>sound...sometimes twice in a row...sometimes just once.  At about this
>time, I lose the signal and it goes quiet.
>
>What's happening?
>
>My hunch:  The cellphone person was in transit and shifted cells and the
>phone switched frequencies...or they moved around enough within the cell
>to cause something similar to happen.  Is this possible, or is this just a
>amateur stab in the dark?
>
>Thanks!
>
>Scott


Scott,

Not a bad stab.  What you are hearing is the cell teling the portable
to change frequencies and giving it the address.  Pretty intresting
stuff on those cellphones huh??



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Boteler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Really remote control
Date: 18 Mar 1996 17:49:27 -0500
Message-ID: <4ikp9n$[e-mail]>

I tried to connect my PRO-2006 with Opto456 remote control unit to my
computer via about 100 feet of 25-pair telephone cable. I knew it
would be a dice roll at best, so I wasn't surprised when the thing
didn't work.

Now my question is: how do I do this? I suppose that I could put
another computer right next to the scanner just to have all the
neat features of computer control, but I really wanted to be
able to control the thing from my office at the other end of
the house. Running down the hall to push "MANUAL" doesn't get it.

Would it be worth setting up a LAN between the two machines
to allow for some kind of remote console operation?

Any ideas?

--
Usenet motto: If you can't bother making your message readable,
              then I can't bother reading it.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:12:59 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Dave Fifield <[e-mail]>
Subject: Regency TurboScan 800 Info.
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 00:38:17 GMT

Does anyone know where I can get hold of ANY information on the
Regency TurboScan 800 (model RS-2 I think) scanner? Even simple
how to operate instructions would be great. Circuits/mods etc.
would be fantabulous! All costs reimbursed of course.

Dave Fifield


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:00 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: RS Pro-2022
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ibkb0$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 12:01:37 GMT

Sam Maynard ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Does anyone have a mod available that will allow this scanner to be
: controlled/programmed by a p.c. thru the com port?

Is it possible that a replacement CPU board from Javiation would do
this?  I don't know, I'm asking.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (Sam Maynard)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: RS Pro-2022
Date: 15 Mar 1996 11:29:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4ibkb0$[e-mail]>

Does anyone have a mod available that will allow this scanner to be
controlled/programmed by a p.c. thru the com port?

Thanks,

Sam
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:02 1996
From: Pj Manganiello <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: RS Pro-60 Mods ?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 00:59:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4iq9m4$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Go to KC5KTO's Radio Shack Mod. Page,




 http://www.zianet.com/files/users/kc5kt0/mods.html



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:03 1996
From: [e-mail](CJ's_dad)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: S.D.P.D  ON 800 MHZ.  NO FUN.
Date: 14 Mar 1996 14:49:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4i9bmi$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4i8m79$[e-mail]>

In <4i8m79$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Mark L9) writes:
>
>Nope, not really. It's gonna be hit and miss. You just have to plug
them
>all in and it's a crap shoot.
I agree they're hard to listen to but I found one advantage. Here in
St. Louis they use a device the manufacturer calls smart line. Lets the
coppers dial into a telephone line and make calls. Pretty convenient
for them but many use it to call home and talk to sposes, girlfriends,
etc. It's like listening to cell phones. Some of the PD conversations
are also enlightening. Local TV stations have gotten some good info
from the calls.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Petersen)
Date: 16 Mar 96 14:52:08
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Scanner web pages
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

If anyone out there knows about any good Web pages relating to scanners,
citizen's band, shortwave, broadcasting or frequency lists, could you please
send me their web addresses in e-mail?  Anything related to radio, really,
except Ham stuff - already have a ton of that.  Thank you...

Send to: [e-mail]

-- Brian

... In DOS we trust.

--
|Fidonet:  Brian Petersen 1:103/604
|Internet: [e-mail]
|
| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:04 1996
From: Henry Wysmulek <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: scanning legality
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 06:44:24 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

In Canada it is still legal to monitor all communications.
Though the socialist dictators in Ottawa are working like
eager beavers to ban all scanning and scanners here, too!



H. WYSMULEK
[e-mail]
BLUE SKY FREENET



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (Anthony O. Cardenas ~ WA6IGJ)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Singapore Frequency?
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 21:10:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4i7dm9$[e-mail]>
References: <4gsquj$[e-mail]>

BAD, Frankie!

A few weeks ago you put out another 'Urgent request for your graduation
project", but that time it was for Pager Decoding, formats, frequencies,
etc...

Via private email, I think I damnear wrote that graduation project for you!
Question(s) after question(s) and answers after answers... all related to
pagers and your "project"...

Don't you think it's a little strange that now, just a few weeks later,
Frankies' got a  *new*  "graduation project"?!  I sure do!

As I told you ina a private message, I think your "project" is bull and
that you use that 'project' to get what you want for the moment and nothing
more...  it's my bet that you MAY be a student, but nowhere near
graduating!

Help this clown if you want to folks, just passing along my experience with
Frankie's graduation project(s).   BAD Frankie!

Tony
WA6IGJ





Frankie Ng <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Please email me for the Singapore police and fire department frequency.

>Need it urgently for my graduation project!

>Any help will be appreciated by me deeply.

>Thanks.





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (JACK CLARKE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: splinter freqs
Date: 20 Mar 1996 15:53:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4ip9lg$[e-mail]>


If you can tune your scanner to 173.510 or 173.515, you will get
173.5125 without any problem.  They aren't THAT selective.  You
will probably find that one side works better than the other.

Jack
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:07 1996
From: Will Flor <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: splinter freqs
Date: 20 Mar 1996 20:29:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipps6$[e-mail]>
References: <4io9kg$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

NewsRadio <[e-mail]> wrote:
>[e-mail] wrote:
>>
>> Help.  I need to find a scanner that will pick up 173.5125.  I tried severa
l
>> uniden sets and all of the radio shack ones.  none of them can receive this
>> freq.  Someone mentioned it might be a split or splintered freq.  What are
>> these.  This is the freq used by a military hospital for their ambulance
>> dispatch.  Any suggestion on scanner brands, models would be greatly
>> appreciated.  I hope to keep the cost below $400.00
>
>First of all, are you SURE of the frequency? Its unusual to have a
>12.5khz spacing on VHF.

Not on Federal Land Mobile bands, it's not.  Federal usage, regulated by the
NTIA rather than the FCC, is commonly on 12.5 KHz channel spacing, as is
apparently the case here.  There are several Federal repeaters located near
my home, and because I do occasional technical work on other, non-Federal
repeaters located on the same towers, I get to look at their repeater
equipment - and a *lot* of VHF Federal users are on the 12.5 KHz system.
The NTIA has mandated that all Federal users switch to low-deviation,
12.5-KHz channel radios by a certain date - I beleieve it's in 1999.

Hope this clears up a bit of the confusion,

-Will from Wisconsin  KB9JTT
[e-mail]

p.s. sorry - I can't recommend a scanner that will do these increments.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark L9)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Starting Out!
Date: 14 Mar 1996 03:55:59 -0500
Message-ID: <4i8muv$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mark L9)

Any of the Uniden/Bearcat models, if they're available by you such as the
BC3000 handheld or BC9000 base units.

Also, look for Yupiteru or AOR.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:09 1996
From: Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: State Patrol Freqs in CA, OR and WA
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 17:58:41 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Doug Brooks wrote:
>
> Driving from Seattle to SF this weekend. I see a ca-zillion frequencies for
> highway patrols along the way in various directories.
>
> Can anyone suggest a reasonable number of frequencies for the three highway
> patrols I'll be dealing with along the way?
>
> Any other frequencies of interest I might monitor also?
>
> Thanks for any help


pop in 145.905.... it's the extender freq for all c.h.p.
if they are near and out of the car u will pick up everything..

http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html

--
Dave Booth


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Don Bruder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Test Modes for Pro-43
Date: Wed, 13 Mar 1996 14:33:12 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Brian M.
Scott) wrote:

:Can anyone please help me with putting my scanner in its test mode?

No. There is no such thing on the Pro-43.

:
:Also, does anyone know the keypad method of modifying my scanner?

No. There is no such thing on the Pro-43.

Sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but them's the facts, Jack...

The Pro-43 has no test mode, nor any method of doing any "keypad mods".
The Pro-XXXX scanners that do are a completely different design from the
43, and the info for them is utterly worthless as far as a Pro-43 is
concerned.

There are HARDWARE mods for the 43, if it's old enough (pre-ECPA) but if
you aren't skilled enough, or willing enough to put a soldering iron into
the guts of a rig that's chuck-fulla surface-mount stuff, you're better
off leaving things alone. the FAQ on modding the Pro-43 gets re-posted
every few weeks, if you think you want to try this method, though. Just
keep your eye on the group  for a copy. It's about due to be posted again,
if the "schedule" holds.

:
:Thanx!
:
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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Petersen)
Date: 16 Mar 96 16:34:02
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Test!
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Knock, knock, knock!  Is anyone out there getting this message?  If so,
I'd very much appreciate a reply to [e-mail] telling
me which newsgroup you're seeing it on.  Thank you!

[e-mail]

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| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (11 John Huff)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: THUNDERBIRD FREQS?
Date: 14 Mar 1996 07:49:52 -0500
Message-ID: <4i94lg$[e-mail]>



The Thunderbirds are going to be at the air show at Robins Air Force
Base on 17 March.  I would like to listen in, but can't find a listing
of their frequencies.  Can anybody supply them for me?

Thanks in advance,
John, KE4WT



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap.,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Trade Bird 43 Wattmeter for RS 2005/2006
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 03:23:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4ig0ne$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]



I have a Bird 43 Wattmeter with 2 slugs (50 watt 100-250 mhz and 250
watts 100-250 mhz with leather carrying case. Would like to swap for a
2005/2006 scanner.

Steve



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Trade Bird 43 with case & Assec. for 2005/2006
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 03:36:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4ila7u$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]


I have a nice Bird 43 with 2 slugs, manual and leather case. Would
like to trade it for a RS 2005/2006 scanner.

73's

Steve
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:15 1996
From: JOHN QUALLS <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trade Bird 43 with case & Assec. for 2005/2006
Date: 19 Mar 1996 22:44:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4indcm$[e-mail]>
References: <4ila7u$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

What frq. es wattage are your slugs?  How much do you want for the slugs?



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.equipment
Subject: Trade Bird Wattmeter & assc. for 2005/2006
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 14:08:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4ih6gc$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]


Hello,

I have a Bird 43 wattmeter with 2 slugs, leather case and manual. The
slugs are 50 watt 100-250 mhz and 250 watts at 100-250 mhz. Will trade
for 2005/2006 Radio Shack scanner.

Thanks,

Steve



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:16 1996
From: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Trade for scanner
Date: 20 Mar 1996 16:37:51 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipc8v$[e-mail]>


Want to Trade: Coin collection of early U. S. coins for handheld scanner or ni
ce shortwave receiver.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Martin McCormick)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trunking Friendly Scanner - Possible ?
Date: 13 Mar 1996 16:26:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4i6t05$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4hpo4i$[e-mail]>

In article <4hpo4i$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Dave Zaw
odny   WD8DZB) writes:
>       If you could somehow get a regular scanner to do what you want,  you
>would then be pounced upon by Motorola's Corporate Legal Staff who
>would surely accuse you of violating their "Intellectual Property"...
>
>Does this help any?
>
>Dave
>
>
>


        That is what happened in Tulsa, Oklahoma within the last year or so.
Tulsa has been trunked for about 10 years and some Private I's got some
local 2-way shop to set up a few Motorola radios for them on at least the
Police's talk group.

        Motorola came down on the Private security company and the 2-way shop
like a ton of bricks.  The last thing I heard was that an appeals court had
ruled against Motorola, however, so the whole thing is your typical job
security program for lawyers.

        My guess is that it is possible to decode the trunking data, though
not necessarily easy and that those who can are doing so quietly, not wanting
to play the lawyer game.  It gets expensive.

Martin McCormick WB5AGZ  Stillwater, OK 36.7N97.4W
OSU Center for Computing and Information Services Data Communications Group


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WANTED PR0 2005 OR PR0 2006
Date: 16 Mar 1996 02:57:26 -0500
Message-ID: <4ids96$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (ATocco8586)

E-MAIL OR CALL IF YOU HAVE ONE FOR SALE AT A REASONABLE PRICE.

                                       TONY [phone]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:19 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WANTED used DDI W/software for Icom 7100
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 21:51:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4icocc$[e-mail]>

WANTED used DDI/cellular monitoring hardware/software for educational
purposes.  Would like to trade AR 1500 w/800 possibly ? Mail me
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:20 1996
From: [e-mail](S)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: 17 Mar 1996 00:54:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4ifnrs$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]>
[e-mail] (Peter Neidhardt) writes:
 I intermittenly pickup actual radio
>transmissions from overhead commercial airliners.  Does anyone have
any idea what causes this?  I thought
>Commerical Airline bands were totally different and not even close to
the
>FM bands.

You are receiving civilian air comms on the image frequency of your FM
RX.  The civ air band is 108-136 MHz.  Your FM RX tunes 88-108 and
probably uses a LO at (88->108)+ 10.7 MHz to convert down to an IF at
approximately 10.7 MHz.  This means that strong air signals at
approximately 2*10.7=21.4 MHz above the tuned FM band frequency will
come in.  Your radio is an FM RX, the air comms are AM, so audio may be
distorted or noisy.  Example...if a local tower uses say 120.1 MHz, you
might hear it at about 98.7.
                                        Jim



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Lundgren)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: 19 Mar 1996 01:03:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4il14f$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iisa8$[e-mail]>

I don't think there is any point in trying to make a silk purse out of a
sow's ear.  He should go get a decent radio receiver rather than try to
patch up a poor one.

Also, it may help more to decrease the signal strength rather than
increase it.

Anthony O. Cardenas ~ WA6IGJ ([e-mail]) penned:
: [e-mail] (Peter Neidhardt) wrote:

: >I own a cheap General Electric boombox... I am on a certain FM channel
: > I intermittenly pickup actual radio transmissions from overhead commercial

: >airliners...
: ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^snip -to-fit^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

: Paul,

: The aircraft band is right next door to broadcast fm music band.  ADD  your
: fm receiver's  'IF'- frequency (some times 20.x MHz or 10.xMHz) and with a
: strong enough signal from a aircraft right overhead, you may get a  "mix".

: Your aircraft can  'mix'  with your desired station +'IF'   and there you
: have it.  Often even more magic is involved... where two signals transmitt
: at the same time and mix down to your fm receiver.  Infact there is a very
: obscure program (no I don't have it) that calculates where the offending
: signals are and next is to build a filter to trap out at least one of the
: offenders.

: The cure?  Add a external FM Antenna... the better fm antennas look much
: like a TV Antenna, except the elements are almost all the same length...
: Use 300 ohm  'twin-line'  to feed the signal to the set.  Twist the
: twin-line as it passes from antenna, all the way to the set.

: What?   No screw terminals for the two wires?  Then try a random  'long
: wire'  antenna with a alligator clip on the business end and clip it to
: your whip antenna!  You may need to move the long wire around till you find
: the best signal.  This should provide a stronger signal from you FM station
: and hopefully swamp the front-end with 'desired' signal.


: Weinguard makes a FM PASS filter (75 ohm coax 'f' fittings)... this signal
: loves the  FM Brodcast band  and tries it's best to reject other signals
: above and below the band.   Cost, about $12, retail.  I can't vouch for the
: quality of a Radio Shack equiv.  More elabroate 'tunable'  'notch' filters
: can be had, but for lot's more money for one of quality.

: Hope this helps!

: Tony
: WA6IGJ



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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:25 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
From: [e-mail] (Paul Grohe)
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Message-ID: <314e712d.11687875@139.187.128.43>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
References: <[e-mail]> <4idjm1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 09:52:05 GMT

Whoa guys!

We all agree that it is an image. That's a given!

But putting a bigger antenna on it won't help! If you were standing
next to a jet engine, would you cup your ears to hear it better? Or
would you cover your ears?

If it *is* causing non-linearities in the front-end, overloading it
even more is not going to help (why do you think they put the -20dB
switch on good receivers?).

Try *collapsing* the antenna, or move it around. I know it sounds
strange, but it does work. I lived directly under the path of SFO's
main runway for 20 years and I have experienced almost every type of
interference from airplanes. Cheap radios always received them. With
high quality receivers, you usually would hear a slight drop in audio
level. Like the noise, you just have to live with it. Cheap RFI
filters simply don't work.

The tuners front end contains the resonant circuit which is supposed
to favor the intended signal (101.7) and reject the un-intended ones
(123.1). In cheap radios, this circuit is not very good, so the
rejection (selectivity) goes to pieces. The quality of the IF stages
also has a lot to do with it.

If the radio has a image rejection of 20dB, that means that the
airplane signal has to be at least 100 times more powerful than the FM
station to "break through". Easy to do when the airplane is right
above your head and the FM station is 10 miles away! Capture ratio sez
it only takes a dB or two to override the intended signal. And it does
it!

Your best bet is to try another radio. Some *are* better than others.

On Mon, 18 Mar 1996 11:06:42 -0600,
in newsgroup rec.radio.scanner,
Isaac Kohn <[e-mail]>
from Ripco Communications, Inc. thoughtfully posted:

>There is a small, minor detail: Air transmissions were AM, last time I
> checked!

They still are!

>How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
> transmissions???

FM detectors are capable of detecting AM signals through "Slope
Detection". In a nutshell: If you tune a FM detector off to one side,
you can detect AM. When a FM detector is tuned "dead-on", it will have
the most AM rejection. When it is tuned off resonance, to where the
signal is now riding up-and-down on the steeper outer slopes of the
detector curve, you create an AM detector (the detector curve is
"bell" shaped) Some cheap one IC AM/FM radios use the same detector
for both AM & FM, utilizing slope detection (Note that you have to
disable any AFT circuits, as they will attempt to follow the signal
and keep it centered).

Cheers,
Paul Grohe

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Mark)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: 16 Mar 1996 05:30:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4idjm1$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (David Mark)


Commercial airline frequencies are just above the statndard FM
broadcast band.  Your radio probably has a "cheap" tuner that
doesn't just zero in on the desired frequency, but is subject to
interference on nearby frequencies when a transmitter operating on
those nearby frequencies is nearby (gee...how many more times could
I squeeze the word "nearby" into that sentence?).

What's happening is your radio is probably tuned to an FM station
near the upper end of the band (around 107-108mhz) and you're
probably under a flight path.  When a plane is nearby (there's
that word again) and the pilot transmits on one of the lower
airline frequencies, your radio's less than discriminating tuner
picks it up.
--
(DAVID MARK) [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dennis Nuetzel)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 96 15:26:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4imjob$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

>There is a small, minor detail: Air transmissions were AM, last time I
>checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
>transmissions???

   If close enough, it will.  I have picked up CB radio transmissions (Also
AM) on a nearby FM reciever.

>



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:29 1996
From: Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 20:14:59 +0000
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <RP2+ugAD$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Peter
Neidhardt <[e-mail]> writes
>Does anyone have any idea what causes this?  I thought
>Commerical Airline bands were totally different and not even close to the
>FM bands.

I probably won't know the exact answer due to your location not being in
my area!  However, are you in the proximity of an AGA (Air-Ground-Air)
station, used by Air Traffic Control for AGA communication?  If so then
it is simple breakthrough, as we tend to use quite high powers.

If you do not then I would put the radio up for auction, or patent it!

Regards ... Mike

Michael J Wooding   [e-mail] - CompuServe: 100441,377
WWW: http://www.eolas.co.uk/ag/vhfcomm.htm (hambits.htm & hamclip.htm)
WWW: http://www.clearlight.com/~vhfcomm
Tel: [phone]   Fax: [phone]
KM Publications, 5 Ware Orchard, Barby, Nr.Rugby, CV23 8UF, UK
VHF Communications Magazine - Especially Covering VHF, UHF and Microwaves


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:30 1996
From: Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 19:54:07 +0000
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <sWnjFFAfDxTxEwR$@g6iqm.demon.co.uk>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Isaac Kohn
<[e-mail]> writes
>checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
>transmissions???

Slope detection

Mike

Michael J Wooding   [e-mail] - CompuServe: 100441,377
WWW: http://www.eolas.co.uk/ag/vhfcomm.htm (hambits.htm & hamclip.htm)
WWW: http://www.clearlight.com/~vhfcomm
Tel: [phone]   Fax: [phone]
KM Publications, 5 Ware Orchard, Barby, Nr.Rugby, CV23 8UF, UK
VHF Communications Magazine - Especially Covering VHF, UHF and Microwaves


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:32 1996
From: "J. Guy Stalnaker" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 20:48:42 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <RP2+ugAD$[e-mail]> <4id03n$[e-mail]>

Hi all:

I'm a SW newbie and have found this entire thread highly instructive.  But lik
e any good
student after a professor's lecture I have a question.  Why do FM radios use t
his "image
frequency?"  Why not use circuitry that tunes directly into the desired freque
ncy?  In
other words, what's the image frequency used for and why?

Many thanks,

J. Guy Stalnaker

C. Wheeler wrote:

> Probably not "breakthrough" (whatever that is - a term for front end
> overload?).  It's most likely exlained with the answer to a common radio
> license test question - What is the most common reason for hearing air
> traffic on an FM broadcast receiver?  Answer: IMAGE RECEPTION.  This is
> the text book scenerio for images.
>
> What's an image? (for the person who orignally asked about this).  2
> times the intermediate frequency of your receiver, plus or minus the
> tuned frequency will give you the image (+/- depends on whether you have
> a hi or lo IF).  10.7 MHz is a very common IF in consumer FM radios.  2 x
> 10.7 = 21.4.  So if you are listening to a station at 101.5 you may hear
> nearby air traffic using 122.9.  Or 101.5 x (2 x 10.7) = 122.9.
>
> The front end of the receiver should attenuate most out of band signals
> before they get to the first mixer amp.  But a transmitter closeby could
> squeak through (OK - breakthrough).  The audio level is usually pretty
> low since the aviation service uses AM for voice comm but it can still be
> heard on a typical FM receiver.

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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:33 1996
From: "C. Wheeler" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: 15 Mar 1996 23:56:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4id03n$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <RP2+ugAD$[e-mail]>

Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]> wrote:
>In article <[e-mail]>, Peter
>Neidhardt <[e-mail]> writes
>>Does anyone have any idea what causes this?  I thought
>>Commerical Airline bands were totally different and not even close to the
>>FM bands.

Actually, they're quite close - right next to eachother.  The VHF
aviation service starts right where FM broadcast ends.  108 to 136 MHz.

>
>I probably won't know the exact answer due to your location not being in
>my area!  However, are you in the proximity of an AGA (Air-Ground-Air)
>station, used by Air Traffic Control for AGA communication?  If so then
>it is simple breakthrough, as we tend to use quite high powers.
>

Probably not "breakthrough" (whatever that is - a term for front end
overload?).  It's most likely exlained with the answer to a common radio
license test question - What is the most common reason for hearing air
traffic on an FM broadcast receiver?  Answer: IMAGE RECEPTION.  This is
the text book scenerio for images.

What's an image? (for the person who orignally asked about this).  2
times the intermediate frequency of your receiver, plus or minus the
tuned frequency will give you the image (+/- depends on whether you have
a hi or lo IF).  10.7 MHz is a very common IF in consumer FM radios.  2 x
10.7 = 21.4.  So if you are listening to a station at 101.5 you may hear
nearby air traffic using 122.9.  Or 101.5 x (2 x 10.7) = 122.9.

The front end of the receiver should attenuate most out of band signals
before they get to the first mixer amp.  But a transmitter closeby could
squeak through (OK - breakthrough).  The audio level is usually pretty
low since the aviation service uses AM for voice comm but it can still be
heard on a typical FM receiver.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:34 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4imjob$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 17:32:53 GMT

Dennis Nuetzel ([e-mail]) wrote:
: >There is a small, minor detail: Air transmissions were AM, last time I
: >checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
: >transmissions???

:    If close enough, it will.  I have picked up CB radio transmissions (Also
: AM) on a nearby FM reciever.

"AM rejection" is a spec which applies to FM radios.  It is worse on
cheaper ones.

The circuitry used to detect FM signals can respond to changes in the
amplitude.  Especially when the circuit is cheap, and under conditions
where it is overloaded.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Lundgren)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: 16 Mar 1996 15:33:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4ien10$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Peter Neidhardt ([e-mail]) penned:
: I own a cheap General Electric boombox (about a $100 in value) that is a
: few years old.  It works well but when I am on a certain FM channel
: listening to my favourite station, I intermittenly pickup actual radio
: transmissions from overhead commercial airliners.  These are actual
: commercial airline communiques to the tower and back.  I know it is
: because the pilot states the airline and other info. like heading and
: other number jumbo stuff.  This is a simple radio with no short wave or
: any extra bells or whistles and it works well except for the fact that
: every so often it interupts the music and I hear aircraft communication
: messages.  Does anyone have any idea what causes this?  I thought
: Commerical Airline bands were totally different and not even close to the
: FM bands.

: Thanks greatly!
: Peter

Commercial airline freqs are right above the FM band.  Your radio is
receiving an image freq and detecting it even to it's AM and not FM.  The
airplane is probably really close, maybe overhead.

Image freqs work something like this.  The IF of the radio is 10.7 MHz,
but let's just use 10 MHz.  The radio station is at 100 MHz.  The IF is
10, so the local oscillator is at 110 MHz.  The receiver can receive at
both the sum and difference of the two, so it can receive at either 100
MHz or 120 MHz.  The 120 MHz is (somewhat) tuned out by the receiver's
tuned circuits leaving the 100 MHz.  But sometimnes the receiver doesn't
do the tuning too well.  And sometimes the unwanted transmitter is real
close, so it gets thru anyway.

If youre using the built-in rabbit ears, make sure they are fully
extended.  If you are always in a certain area, the location may be
affecting the reception of your fav FM station, so try to maximize the
signal by changing the location.  You could also try reducing the signal
strength by putting the antenna in the collapsed position.  Maybe one of
these might help enough to eliminate your problem.

Another boombox might help, too.  I bought some cheap soundesign radio
in a bargain pack along with a flashlight and some batteries.  I liked it
because it received both FM and TV.  But the receiver is atrocious, and
receives all sorts of images of who knows what.  It really sucks, but
what can one expect when buying a radio and flashlight with batteries for
twenty bucks?  Not much, I guess.  The Renewal batteries suck, too. They
try to nail you later for the cost of the recharger!  Forget it.

--
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From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Shaffer, Jr.)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 96 01:14:13
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>


In article <[e-mail]> Isaac Kohn <ikohn@vertex.u
cls.uchicago.edu> writes:
> There is a small, minor detail: Air transmissions were AM, last time I
> checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
> transmissions???

All you need to do to decode an AM signal is rectify it.  Any transistor
junction can act as a diode junction under the right circumstances.  I know
someone who gets nearby CB signals on his CD player -- no RF circuits at all,
it's being picked up in the audio amp.

--
 *  From the disk of: | [e-mail]      | "there's a hell of
 Jim Shaffer, Jr.     | NOTICE:  ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^  //  | a good universe
 37 Brook Street      | I've changed              //   | next door; let's go"
 Montgomery, PA 17752 | Internet providers.    \\//    |     (e.e. cummings)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Weir)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 18:12:50 GMT
Message-ID: <4is68q$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4idjm1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <sWnjFFAfDxTxEwR$@g6iqm.demon.co.uk>

Michael J Wooding <[e-mail]> shared the following
priceless pearls of wisdom:

>In article <[e-mail]>, Isaac Kohn
><[e-mail]> writes
>>checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
>>transmissions???

>Slope detection

>Mike

Ummm...I came within a couple of milliseconds of falling into that
same trap.  Slope detection works for listening to FM on an AM rig;
going the other way around requires imbalance in the ratio detector or
discriminator -- not hard to do on a cheapie radio where the diode
bridge are random diodes thrown into the board.

Jim


Jim Weir VP Engineering | You bet your sweet patootie I speak for the
RST Engineering         | company.  If I don't, ain't nobody gonna.
Grass Valley CA 95945   |
http://www.rst-engr.com | AR Adv WB6BHI--FCC 1/C phone--Cessna 182A N73CQ
[e-mail]        | Commercial/CFI-Airplane/Glider-----A&P Mechanic



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bud Wiser)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: What is the Opto Scout?
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 16:32:04 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4guogf$[e-mail]> <4iilf9$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

On Mon, 18 Mar 1996 12:52:36 GMT, [e-mail] (Steve Work)
wrote:

>Patrick Nowlan ([e-mail]) wrote:
>
>: The scout does not scan it recieves all freq's at once! It would take
>: several minutes to scan through all freq's with a scanner.
>
>Actually, doesn't it just scan VERY FAST, much faster than a scanner?  It
>doesn't have to stay on each frequency very long because it is only
>trying to find if a signal exists, not actually try to pick it up.
The Scout listens to all the rf in the area.  When it finds a signal
significantly stronger than the surrounding rf, it locks onto that
frequency and can display and store it to memory.  With reactive
tuning, the Scout connects to your scanner and tunes the scanner to
the frequency it just found.  Neat, huh?

b/w


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:41 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: What is the Opto Scout?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4guogf$[e-mail]> <4iilf9$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 12:52:36 GMT

Patrick Nowlan ([e-mail]) wrote:

: The scout does not scan it recieves all freq's at once! It would take
: several minutes to scan through all freq's with a scanner.

Actually, doesn't it just scan VERY FAST, much faster than a scanner?  It
doesn't have to stay on each frequency very long because it is only
trying to find if a signal exists, not actually try to pick it up.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:41 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References:  <4ia01u$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 12:53:03 GMT

JACK CLARKE ([e-mail]) writes:
> I know what P.D. is;  but, can you imagine how many S.D.s there
> are?  I think we're about to find out.  Who wrote this anyway?
>
> Jack  VE3EED/W7
> --

Doesn't take a wizard to guess. San Diego.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (JACK CLARKE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 17 Mar 1996 20:04:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4ihr8o$[e-mail]>


To: Mistie Mularkey --- Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

I'm not a wizard but -------------

Which San Diego is it?  California?  Texas?

Here is a list of the other guesses we could make on S.D.

San Dimas,CA
South Daytona, FL
South Decatur, GA
Saint David, IL
Saint Dennis, KY
South Dusbury, MA
South Dennis, MA
Shamokin Dam, PA
Soddy Daisy, TN
Stuarts Draft, VA


Jack  :-)
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (JACK CLARKE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 15 Mar 1996 23:39:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4icv4b$[e-mail]>


Where was the original posting stating that?

I used to live in San Diego and, therefore, wondered if he was
talking about San Diego.  There are lots of other "S.D.s" around,
though.  Of course, nobody else can think of any!

Could be San Dimas.

Thanks.

Jack Clarke
--


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Quadrajet)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 14 Mar 1996 20:38:39 -0500
Message-ID: <4iahmv$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Quadrajet)

>I know what P.D. is;  but, can you imagine how many S.D.s there
>are?  I think we're about to find out.  Who wrote this anyway?

P.D. as in Police Department and S.D. as in Sherrif's Department?  Maybe?

Raymond


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:45 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Why Modify for Cellular
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iif3o$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 12:49:09 GMT

[e-mail] wrote:
: Just a general query:  I bought a used BC SportCat 150 about 6 weeks
: ago, unmodified from EEB.  I can hear at least 25 different
: frequencies that carry cellular, very clearly by the way.  Several
: experienced scanners have responded to me and informed me that I am
: hearing "cellular Imaging".  Regardless of what it is, I am receiving
: it routinely and clearly.  I assume all scanners that receive 800mhz
: can hear this imaging, so with that in mind, why do people go buy
: older scanners that receive cellular??  Just wondering.

I think there is some fascination with getting a "moddable" scanner just
for the thrill of doing so.  I think people want cell more because it is
"forbidden" than because it is interesting.

Also, the sensitivity is better when you receive cellular directly rather
than an image.  With your image reception, probably what you are getting
is only the cell site closest to your home.  If you live near one (most
people in big cities live near at least one), it's signal will be quite
strong and even with image reception you will get it clearly.

There are, I believe over 800 cellular channels, you would probably
recieve a lot more of them than the 25 used by your local cell site if
you could tune the cell freqs directly.  Why you'd want to is another
matter.


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:46 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Subject: Re: Why Modify for Cellular
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
References:  <4iif3o$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 15:08:54 GMT

 ([e-mail]) writes:
> Just a general query:  I bought a used BC SportCat 150 about 6 weeks
> ago, unmodified from EEB.  I can hear at least 25 different
> frequencies that carry cellular, very clearly by the way.  Several
> experienced scanners have responded to me and informed me that I am
> hearing "cellular Imaging".  Regardless of what it is, I am receiving
> it routinely and clearly.  I assume all scanners that receive 800mhz
> can hear this imaging, so with that in mind, why do people go buy
> older scanners that receive cellular??  Just wondering.
>

That's fine for double conversion receivers, but not so great for my
triple conversion. The other thing being that above 894 MHz most scanners
search in 12.5 kHz steps, while between 869 and 894 MHz they search in
30kHz steps. For me listening to the image frequency is like watching a 9
inch black and white TV.




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:47 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why Modify for Cellular
Date: 18 Mar 1996 14:03:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4ijqek$[e-mail]>
References: <4iif3o$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
>Just a general query:  I bought a used BC SportCat 150 about 6 weeks
>ago, unmodified from EEB.  I can hear at least 25 different
>frequencies that carry cellular, very clearly by the way.  Several
>experienced scanners have responded to me and informed me that I am
>hearing "cellular Imaging".  Regardless of what it is, I am receiving
>it routinely and clearly.  I assume all scanners that receive 800mhz
>can hear this imaging, so with that in mind, why do people go buy
>older scanners that receive cellular??  Just wondering.

============================
Good question...
First, using images to hear cellular phones will not get you the entire
cellular band, as you have found.
Second, not all scanners do this. On double conversion scanners, it
depends on whether the conversion scheme is up- or down-conversion. Triple
conversion scanners (as a rule) simply don't get the images.
But, why listen to cellular? A few reasons, I guess. It's illegal, and
therefore forbidden fruit; all the sweeter, and all that. It's also quite
interesting at times. While it's mostly boring stuff (especially during
normal work hours), it can be extremely interesting. It's a slice of real
life, with everything that a slice of anything provides: a cross-section,
a little of everything. People will talk about almost anything on a
telephone; work, vacation plans, their spouses, their money, their hopes,
their failures, the failures of others, their sexual exploits, their
dates, their Christmas presents, everything.
It's illegal to listen here in the States, of course. It's also impossible
to tell if you are listening, unless you spread the word around. Despite
the law, cell phone conversations are *not* private (you would have more
expectation of privacy speaking on a crowded street corner). So don't
tell.
Hope this helps.


--
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!




From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Why Modify for Cellular
Date: 17 Mar 1996 23:18:36 -0500
Message-ID: <4iio6s$[e-mail]>
References: <4iif3o$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

First of all, not all scanners have this imaging 'problem' .  At least its
not always something usable.
However, you're only getting 25 of the 700 or so frequencies.  It's
approximately from 870 to 890 MHz at 30khz spacing.  So you're getting
only about 4% of whats needed to cover the range.   For casual fun stuff
I, guess its ok.  But anyone considering 'serious' work needs it all.
Ofcourse, who would wait maybe days, to hear that one pimp, prostitue, car
thief, drug dealer, or counterfeiter out of hundreds of boring
conversations? Not me:)


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:49 1996
From: Dick Todd <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: wo treiben sich die deutschen scanner-freunde rum ?
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 22:02:47 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4injgh$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (dutch antenna) wrote:
>
> >naja,
> >probieren wir es nochmals...
> >es ist doch einfach unm÷glich da▀ sich hier keine deutschen scanner freunde
> >rumtreiben !
>
> >los kommt raus aus eurem versteck. <g>
>
> >die inquisition ist abgeschafft
>
> >harry
>
> also, hier bin ich!
>
> ich schaue selbst zum ersten mal in diese gruppe und bin enttaeuscht,
> wieviele kontinental-europaeische scanner - freunde hier posten.
>
> Philipp


English please!


From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:50 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
From: [e-mail] (Daniel M. Conti)
Subject: WTB : BEARCAT Thin-Scan and/or Four Scan crystal portables
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 07:02:53 GMT

Looking to purchase older portable scanners - crystal versions known
as the "THIN-SCAN"  and another known as the "FOUR-SIX"

Should be in good to EXCELLENT condition, and fully functional.

E-Mail and we;ll talk....
[e-mail]
Compuserve - 71242,1774     Amateur Radio - N2TYB
Ridgefield, New Jersey



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:51 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTD: BC8900 mods...
Date: Fri, 15 Mar 1996 19:33:27 GMT
Message-ID: <4ic5if$[e-mail]>


HELP!

I can't seem to find the mods for 800mhz,etc for this scanner.

Anyone know them, or know where to look?

THANKS!





From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeremy Boot)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: WWW Radio Pages
Date: Thu, 14 Mar 1996 21:44:52 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

It nearly drove me mad doing it. It might not work on your browser,
but it does on mine (Netscape Gold 2):

        http://www.innotts.co.uk/~asperges/

Radio Pages - now with ADDED Java!

Enjoy, as they say.....
Jeremy G4NJH
[e-mail]
[Home, Am Radio, SWL pages: http://www.innotts.co.uk/~asperges/ ]



From [e-mail] Thu Mar 21 14:13:53 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: YUPERITU MVT-7100 SOLD
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 21:07:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipru7$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]@usit.net

Radio has been sold. Thanks to all that responded.


                                                         KE4LEU



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:16 1996
From: Norm Hammar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTB: SW Scanner
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 07:09:34 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

WTB:Used SW Scanner with wide freq range. email [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:17 1996
From: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Trade U.S. Coins for Scanner
Date: 21 Mar 1996 21:25:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4ishfg$[e-mail]>


Want to Trade: U.S. Coins for handheld scanner or good shortwave receiver.  In
dian head cents, Bust head dimes, Franklin halves, etc.  Would like a wideband
 handheld with cell mods, or a good quality SW receiver.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:18 1996
From: Francis Lyn <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 21 Mar 1996 12:44:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4iriut$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Try a soap and water mouthwash; It worked for me when I was a kid!



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Really remote control
Date: 18 Mar 1996 21:32:58 -0500
Message-ID: <4il6cq$[e-mail]>
References: <4ikp9n$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

Try a cable meant for communications work.   Use only the wires you need
and make sure it's well shielded.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:20 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: wanted nyc freq?
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 17:45:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4is4j2$[e-mail]>





From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:21 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: istructions for pro-46
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 17:52:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4is4v8$[e-mail]>

i bought it used hence no instuctions please help



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:22 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: istructions for pro-46, and nyc freq. list please
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 17:53:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4is50f$[e-mail]>

i bought it used hence no instuctions please help



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Loyd Reedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Buchanan
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 06:49:06 LOCAL
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Keywords: Frequencies Needed

Buchanan coming to town, has anyone been listening to his camp? Any
frequencies?


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:23 1996
From: bobzito <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTB:Base scanner antenna in the 25Mhz to 1.3 Ghz Range in good Condition
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 15:52:25 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

WTB:Base scanner antenna in the 25Mhz to 1.3 Ghz Range in good Condition
--
<[e-mail]> (Bob Zito) KI7EV WA. State


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:24 1996
From: [e-mail]((****) )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: North Star frequencies
Date: 21 Mar 1996 20:29:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4ise6n$[e-mail]>

Can anyone provide me with information on New Jersey's Medical
helicopter "North Star", frequencies used, where located ect...

Any help would be greatly appreciated.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark Lebbin)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS BEARCAT 860XLT with Cell coverage
Date: 19 Mar 1996 04:18:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4ilcic$[e-mail]>

How much does one want to give me for this radio?

Lebbin @wichita.fn.net



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:26 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Help with MBS paging freqs?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iqnaf$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 10:45:05 GMT

[e-mail] wrote:
: Can anyone tell me what freqs MBS or mid band pagers use?
: Do these work off of FM stations subcarriers or what?

Some of them operate off SCA's, some in the 150Mhz range.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:27 1996
From: Dick Todd <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC 210
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 21:59:15 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I'm looking for the service manual for a old Bearcat 210 if anybody has
one please e-mail  [e-mail].





From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:27 1996
From: [e-mail](CJ's_dad)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 890 mods needed  (Also heard Netcom has gone to unlimited usage.)
Date: 21 Mar 1996 17:08:31 GMT
Message-ID: <4is2ef$[e-mail]>

Got a BC-890XLT that was made before the ban. Anyone have the cell
mods. One nice person sent me a file that I couldn't unzip. If you can,
send/post a text version. Looked on all the pertinent Web pages, they
everything BUT what I needed.
Gene in St. Louis


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (bill harris)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 21 Mar 1996 11:06:45 -0500
Message-ID: <4iruql$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

>so i started touching the underside of the PCB, where all the
>soddering connections are.

If you tried soldering the connections instead of soddering them they
might work.



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:29 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jax Fl. police freq's
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 01:31:09 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Got any?....I know that Jacksonville Florida has undergone a MAJOR
police frequency change-over. If you have any NEW freq's PLEASE pass
them along.
Thanks,
[e-mail]
P.S. I WILL NOT PAY FOR THEM, SO DON'T ASK!


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (JMankowski)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro2006: Is there a doctor in the house?!
Date: 18 Mar 1996 01:17:24 -0500
Message-ID: <4iiv5k$[e-mail]>
References: <4hmrhh$[e-mail]>

My pro2006 needs service.  The low battery beeper keeps a'beeping
intermittently (more often than not), even though I give it fresh
batteries.  I'm tire of messing with it and need to send it off to get
fixed.  Any advice on who's mreliable and reasonable ($)?

Thanks a bunch!


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nickwb4sqi)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Trade Kenwood to AOR 8000???
Date: 19 Mar 1996 02:13:40 -0500
Message-ID: <4ilmr4$[e-mail]>

I have a Kenwood 2 meter transceiver, TM-2550A and a handheld, TH-28A I am
willing to trade to an AOR 8000 scanner. If you are interested email me
back and I'll give you the particulars on both radios.

Nick
WB4SQI


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:32 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 17:59:33 GMT

In article <4ip9t8$[e-mail]>, Glen L. Roberts <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>If you want a tremendous amount of babble which may or may not be
>useful, but loads of fun go to:
>1) Your nearest Usenet Group!
2) The nearest scanner tuned to cordless or cell phones.



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Seymour Dupa)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 13:21:31 GMT
Message-ID: <4irl4r$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Ron ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Okay, one more time. I got my info from the Feb issue of "Monitoring
: Times". In it a guy named Bob Kay said that listening to cellular and
: cordless freqs are illegal.

  "If you don't want me to listen,
   keep your signals off of my property."


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:35 1996
From: Guy Brummel <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 44 Mod,....anyone?
Date: 22 Mar 1996 15:17:42 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4iugam$[e-mail]>

I just got a Pro 44 and I was wondering if anyone out there knows of a
mod for it?....Also if anyone uses it, i'd like to ask a couple of
questions.

Guy

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Lundgren)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 21 Mar 1996 02:51:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4iqg8c$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ijvsq$[e-mail]> <4imtsp$[e-mail]>

Roland Burgan ([e-mail]) penned:
: If this fellows kitmaking skills are of the same caliber as
: his language, I can see why his kits don't function properly.

AMEN!

--


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:38 1996
From: Dave Zykin <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 21:37:16 GMT
Message-ID: <4iptqc$[e-mail]>

I was told that someone on this group would be able to recommend decent
rechargeable batteries. I tried nicads, they are junk. Charge them for 8
hours, use them for 45 minutes.

Are the rechargeable alkalines any better? What's likely to be the
longest lasting rechargeable battteries I can find?




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Boteler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WANTED-PRO2006 OR PRO2005
Date: 19 Mar 1996 01:05:29 -0500
Message-ID: <bote.827215513@access2>
References: <4ifgaf$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (ATocco8586) writes:
>PLEASE E-MAIL INFO. OR CALL TONY AT 790-6012(813)

How can anyone call you with a wacky phone number like that???

--
Usenet motto: If you can't bother making your message readable,
              then I can't bother reading it.



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,sci.electronic.equipment
Subject: Re: phone coupler
Date: 23 Mar 1996 16:51:05 -0500
Message-ID: <4j1ro9$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

Radio shack has 1 or 2 units that allow connecting a phone to a tape
recorder and it even turns the recorder on/off.
You didn't say what kind of 'processing' you meant.
The above units could be used as input to an amp.
P.S. Radio shack also has a DSP unit for radio's (sound enhancement), but
a graphic equalizer, passing one side thru the other, on the same unit
will help.
If your interested in voice listen to 500 to 6,000 hz.
The phone system already cuts you down to about 300-4,000 though.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Youse)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: scan-l???
Date: 22 Mar 1996 17:33:28 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4iuo98$[e-mail]>
References: <4itej9$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

I sent the e-mail to subscribe to SCAN-L and started receiving each
individual post to the list.  Is there a way I can subscribe to a digest
version of the list?

Thanks.

-
  JIM YOUSE     [e-mail]




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jayvise)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 22 Mar 1996 04:28:39 -0500
Message-ID: <4itrs7$[e-mail]>
References: <4i8fq4$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Jayvise)


>>>Have you noticed the physique (or lack thereof) of Sammy Salesdroid
lately?  Most of these geeky pinheads couldn't fight their way out of a
wet paper bag!

>>>-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-

Hee hee! What a MAN you are, Drew! Flaming the company isn't enough....but
throw in a few ad hominen attacks and voila!! You've joined the Buchanan
Brigades!


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:43 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Percon search speed
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ir1a0$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 10:48:32 GMT

James Lepphaille ([e-mail]) wrote:

: I bought a Spectrum CD and on my sx25, 4meg machine, searches take about 10
: minutes.

: It's so damn slow I hate to use it!  You know, I just want to play around
: with search queries and try different stuff but the slowness is maddening.

SX25's are slow machines.  Also, the speed of your CD drive makes a big
difference.  Remember that a 1X CD rom takes over an hour to read all the
data from it.  You might look into a 4X or 6X CDROM drive.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:45 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mike Persh)
Subject: SABER
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: usa
Date: Tue, 19 Mar 1996 15:25:42 GMT

Someone posted a FS notice for a Motoroal Saber in the $450.00 price
range. I lost the posting but have somebody interested in the radio.
Could you please e-mail me the info?

<[e-mail]>

--
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Michael S. Persh                                         [e-mail]
                         Page me anytime at
                   [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:46 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i9j77$[e-mail]> <4ico2e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 21:02:04 GMT

Mike Mayer ([e-mail]) wrote:

: Huh?  The RS guy told me superglue would work fine, hot melt if you have it.

: Do I have to go out and buy solder now?  Will solder work in a hot melt gun?

: I heard acid core is best for electrical work.

RS uses acid-core solder only in their highest-priced hi-fi equipment.
They use super glue in the cheaper ones.

"WE SERVICE WHAT WE SELL" (and boy does our service dept. do a good
business).


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:48 1996
From: Paolo Onesti <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Looking for a Scanner, HELP ME, please !
Date: 18 Mar 1996 21:37:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4ikl2d$[e-mail]>
To: All

Hello !
  My name is Paolo and I live in Italy. I'm the SWL I4-4249/BO
and I'l mooking for a used scanner. Have You got a cheap
scanner to give me ? If the answer is "YES!", please e-mail me
: [e-mail] or visit my home page !

       http://www.geocities.com/TheTropics/2765

          THANK YOU !!!

        Paolo Onesti  SWL I4-4249/BO



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:49 1996
From: Dom Gugleimlo <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro26 w/leather case $320
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 13:21:05 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

For sale:
        Pro-26 with leather case $320 COD I'll pay shipping (USA ONLY).
unit is used but in NEW Condition (I mean you can't tell it's been
touched before, I take EXCELLENT care of all my equipment!) and includes
4 NEW(unopened) alkaline batteries. It has the USA version firmware. and
includes the manual.

ONLY E-MAIL REPLIES WILL BE RESPONDED TO (I Don't read the news group
too often)
Reply to:
[e-mail]
 or
76623,[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Peter Brennan)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 22 Mar 1996 09:06:18 -0500
Message-ID: <4iuc4q$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]>

On Mar 21, 1996 13:21:31 in article <Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?>,
'[e-mail] (Seymour Dupa)' wrote:

>
>"If you don't want me to listen,
>keep your signals off of my property."

Quite so. It's out there whizzing through the aether for anyone who can to
catch. To make it illegal to catch any electromagnetic radiation is simply
stupid. It cannot be policed and it cannot be stopped. No one with a cell
phone or cordless phone or CB radio or any other devices that broadcasts a
signal has any reasonable expectation of privacy. It's out in the open. The
courts may say what they like, it's irrelevant.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: 22 Mar 1996 13:26:27 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4iu9q3$[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]> <4isp22$[e-mail]>

>In article <4iptqc$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
>says...
>>
>>I was told that someone on this group would be able to recommend decent

>>rechargeable batteries. I tried nicads, they are junk. Charge them for
8
>>hours, use them for 45 minutes.
>
I am using nickel hydryde "AA" batts rated at 1100 mah in my hand held
scanner,,,, working very well, no "ni-cad" memory probs, used all day,
on/off, approx run time,,, 1 1/2 - 2 hrs constant....



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:53 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: "James F. Boehner, MD" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: What is on 173.050 (Suff. Co, NY)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 19:27:52 -0800
References: <4j12cd$[e-mail]>

GregEmm wrote:
>
> Last night on 173.050 I heard some type of data.  It was only for a few
> seconds, and I was wondering what it could be.   I am in Suffolk County,
> New York.   I heard it sometime between 10 and 11 PM.Greg, The frequency is
allotted to Federal Fixed/land mobile.
Interesting that LoJack, 173.075 Mhz is the exception.  It used to be an
FBI frequency. (could that be what you were listening to?) It is a
system to track stolen cars by the police.  The car is stolen, the
LoJack transmitter in the stolen car is activated by the authorities,
and Direction finding ensues.
Hope this helps!
'73 JIM



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:54 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: 800mhz to 400 converter?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4i9qqk$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 12:39:51 GMT

Brent Wheat ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I have seen small boxes in catalogs that claim to convert 800 down to 400 fo
r
: use on scanners.  Are these 'magic' proprietary devices using special chips
: or can they be built out of a handfull of parts?  I'm interested in finding
: schematics; provided it could be build by someone who has only taken EE101
: and does not own a shop full of equipment ;-)


There was an article in Radio Electronics about 4 years ago on how to
build one of these.

They don't use "special" chips, but the kind of parts you cannot get at
Radio Shack.  And at these frequencies, the board layout is critical,
merely having a schematic is not enough.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Klaus)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: scan-l???
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 15:27:12 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4itej9$[e-mail]>

[e-mail](The Mik) wrote:

>Is there an E-mail group called scan-l?
>I thought i saw something about it.
>If such a thing exists, I would appreciate an E-mail with what listserv
>or list proc to e-mail to get on the scan-l e-mail list.(ya follow
>that?)
>
>Thanks in advance
>
>M J Miller
>

[e-mail] subscribe SCAN-L firstname lastname


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (raj)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 26 or 46? Any recommendations appreciated.
Date: 23 Mar 1996 04:22:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4ivu9o$[e-mail]>
References: <4ivqqj$[e-mail]>

In article <4ivqqj$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>The local RShack has the pro26 and pro46(closeout)for $150.  Is either
one
>better than the other, or better/easier to mod? I believe both are late
>models, but I want to step up from the 10 channel I have (mostly used for
>RXR) and am not sure which I should get.  Any info/help is greatly
>appreciated.

Made a whoopsy. Comparing a 2026 and 46.  Mostly interested in knowing if
either is worth it.

Sorry
rs



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (William K. McFadden)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: 21 Mar 1996 21:17:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4ish21$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]>,
Brian Petersen <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Quite often I hear about CD-ROM discs sold by companies
>such as Percon which contain all FCC records for a given
>state, etc.  However, these are quite costly, about $100
>or so from what I have heard.

Actually, PerCon now sells a CD-ROM of the entire US for $37 including
shipping.  The information isn't as detailed as their more expensive
CD-ROMs, but it's plenty for hobbyist use.

--
Bill McFadden   Tektronix, Inc.  P.O. Box 500  MS 50-350  Beaverton, OR  97077
[e-mail]     http://www.rdrop.com/users/billmc     [phone]
CAUTION: Don't look into laser beam with remaining eye.
The opinions expressed above are not necessarily those of Tektronix, Inc.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brett Duane)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2035 TESTMODE
Date: 20 Mar 1996 22:06:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipvgv$[e-mail]>
References: <4icol5$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4icol5$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Anyone have any ideas about how to enter test mode, and then what to
check
>out?

I don't know about the 2035, but the 2030 uses [2],[9], and [L/O] at the
same time while turning on the scanner to program channels 1 to 25 (of
80) to various frequencies from 30 to 950MHz to be used for repair and
alignment.

Nothing else about the test mode was mentioned.

Brett [e-mail]   KA7CGB   Looking for mods to PRO-2030




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:49:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Lw/mw/sw & skip
Date: 20 Mar 1996 03:45:14 GMT
Message-ID: <4inv0a$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (John Kolb) wrote:
> VLF  30-300 kHz ?
> LF   300-3000 kHZ ?

Actually -


Freq.         30kHz   300kHz     3MHZ    30MHz    300MHz     3GHz    30GHz
               |        |        |        |         |        |        |
      <--VLF---|---LF---|---MF---|---HF---|---VHF---|---UHF--|---SHF--|---EHF
               |        |        |        |         |        |        |
Wave-         10km    1000m     100m     10m        1m      10cm      1cm
 length        |   lw   |   mw   |   sw   |
               |        |        |        |




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:00 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Original Pro-46, how to tell?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 15:48:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4ip9bq$[e-mail]>
References: <4io130$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Igor Ying-Kit Yu) wrote:
>I'd like to be able to track the original Pro-46 that could be modded
>by unsoldering a couple of jumpers rather than have to use the factory
>test mode or disabling the daughterboard in order to get to the test
>mode. What are the model/date/serial# for these pre-ECPA scanners?
>Thanks.
>
There are none.

--
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:01 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 10:42:28 GMT

Brian Petersen ([e-mail]) wrote:

: So this brings me to my question.  Are there any sites on
: the internet that are directly linked to the FCC's records?
: Sites that I can use in order to perform searches for
: various frequencies, agencies, etc.?  Whether or not they
: are free or require a subscription, I would be very
: interested in any information on this topic.

I do not believe the FCC maintains the frequency database online.  What
they have done is given Percon the right to market it on CD-ROM.  Percon
does have their CD-ROM online at www.perconcorp.com.  You can search it
all you want, but it's not linked real-time to the FCC.  Their CD-ROM is
updated quarterly, I assume they use the latest one in their website.
Buying the CD will give you the option of searches on a wider variety of
criteria, but all the data is on the website.  And besides, I don't see
that buying the Percon CD every so often for $30 is that big a deal.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:02 1996
From: "C. Wheeler" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: 19 Mar 1996 16:59:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4imp68$[e-mail]>
References: <4ilb4e$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:

>Q#2  I also heard it is possible to program two cell phones to work
>directly to each other (full duplex)  Anybody?

No.  Not with programming.  Perhaps with major modifications - but not
worth it.

Cellular telephones are designed with duplexors that allow them to only
transmit on the low side of the channel frequency pairs.  They only
recieve the high side.  Therefore you can't communicate directly with
another phone - since you can't put one phone's transmitter on the same
frequency as another phone's receiver.

Curtis




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:03 1996
From: Gary Wilburn <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
Date: Sun, 17 Mar 1996 21:44:07 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1> <[e-mail]> <4iek8a$[e-mail]> <4ig6av$[e-mail]>
To: "FREDERICK R. LAMBERT" <[e-mail]>

Scan from 360 to 385 mhz to monitor cellular frequencies. Make sure you
are in NFM mode and your step rate is 5 khz's. Now you are scanning at
close to 300 channels per second ! This does not seem to be an image
frequency but appears to be a software glitch in the 9000. The
tests I have done with a dicone antenna at 70 ft and a 20 db pre amp
show that the signal strength between an un-blocked R7100, PRO 2006 and
the BC 9000 receiving at 360-385 NFM are similar. The BC9000 will
receive all the local Cell sites very well even with the basic antenna
that came with the radio and appears to pick up 90 % of what the other
radio's will receive on distant cell sites.
   If you want to test this "modification" do so on a weekday during
normal business hours. Cellular activity greatly decreases after 8 pm
and during the weekend.

Good Scanning !

Gary Wilburn


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Has anyone ever thought of a priority scan that doesn't interupt?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 20:52:21 GMT

Reverend Tweek <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Mark E. Daniel <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>I have a Uniden/Bearcat SportCat SC150B.  It has the 10 priority channels
>>which can be VERY handy especially when listening to certian transmittisons
>>which do not utilize PTT techniqes. At any rate, I am wondering if
>>any company anywhere has thought of a priority scan which does not
>>interupt what I am currently listening to unless a transmission is
                                            ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
>>detected on one of the priority channels.  This would probably add
  ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

Oops, I missed that part.

However my idea would take care of those problems when you use the
priority to interupt those long 100+ channel scans without actually
interupting a transmission on the non-priority channel.




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: Store Vary Tremendously
Date: 21 Mar 1996 15:47:50 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4irtn6$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Bud Jamison) wrote:
>
>
>AP> Would you please post the email address for Radio Shack HQ?  I would
love
>
>I believe it's 1 Tandy Way, Fort Worth, Texas, but any store can tell
you.
>
>.... Blood is thicker than water, and tastier.


Or, you could just E-Mail them at either: tandy.questions.clueless.org or
[e-mail]  :-)


-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:07 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mark E. Daniel)
Subject: Has anyone ever thought of a priority scan that doesn't interupt?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 09:15:49 GMT

I have a Uniden/Bearcat SportCat SC150B.  It has the 10 priority channels
which can be VERY handy especially when listening to certian transmittisons
which do not utilize PTT techniqes. At any rate, I am wondering if
any company anywhere has thought of a priority scan which does not
interupt what I am currently listening to unless a transmission is
detected on one of the priority channels.  This would probably add
considerable cost to the scanner as it would need two tuners, but does
such a radio exist?

Oh and where can I get that list of mods?  I know the SC is very new but
any chance of any mods for it?


--
Mark E. Daniel
[e-mail] (online)
[e-mail]
www:http://www.ald.net/~lsi


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (PKelly5637)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: radio for seroius railfan
Date: 18 Mar 1996 16:47:02 -0500
Message-ID: <4iklkm$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (PKelly5637)

If there are any seriuos railfans out there, I would be very interested in
experiences you have had with scanning radios for this band 160-161 mhz
both as a base and/or mobile trackside application.  I experience serious
interference and intermod problems scanning the railroads in my car with a
Pro 43 with a 2 meter mag mount antenna.  I have tried numerous antenna
combinations from all band (terrible, pulls in all kinds of noise) to just
using the duckie (cuts down on range).  What I want is a scannable radio
(it doesn't have to be a scanner) that has good range and protection from
interference (like the Pro 2006 with the Grove mobile mount, missed the
boat on that one!)  I'm leaning toward a professional Motorola two way
radio designed for the rail band (programmed for recieve only) but am
looking for other ideas before committing (or should that be "being
committed") to a specialized scannable radio in the $400 range just for
railfanning.  Pleae post oe e mail.

Thanks kindly
Patrick Kelly
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (POST)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Lansing freq's
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 96 10:05:00 -0500
Distribution: world
Reply-To: [e-mail] (POST)
References: <4io0du$[e-mail]>

TO :[e-mail]                                      N

ME>Does anyone know the fire, medical, and aircraft radio frequencies for
ME>the Lansing/East Lansing area?  Please post them or email me if you do.

 ???????????? Lansing where ??????????????

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From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Pergrim)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: 22 Mar 1996 10:42:50 -0500
Message-ID: <4iuhpq$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Pergrim)

Brian Petersen wrote:
>
> Quite often I hear about CD-ROM discs sold by companies
> such as Percon which contain all FCC records for a given
> state, etc.  However, these are quite costly, about $100
> or so from what I have heard.
>

PerCon sells a CDROM called Spectrum which sells for $29.95 plus $7.50
S&H.
We also provide a FREE internet search service at:

http://www.perconcorp.com

Check it out.

Chuck
PerCon Corp


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ken Koller)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 18:05:26 -0800
Message-ID: <4it1t6$[e-mail]>
References: <4ihr8o$[e-mail]>

JACK CLARKE ([e-mail]) wrote:

: To: Mistie Mularkey --- Happy Saint Patrick's Day!

: I'm not a wizard but -------------

: Which San Diego is it?  California?  Texas?

: Here is a list of the other guesses we could make on S.D.

: San Dimas,CA

Hate to nitpick, but San Dimas contracts with the Los Angeles County
Sheriff, so you can't have San Dimas PD ;)
--
Ken Koller
[e-mail]

Are we dead, or is this Ohio?


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Geoffrey T Cheshire)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Any (dis)recommendation on Sportcat 150?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 06:03:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4iqrfv$[e-mail]>

Hi all,

Can anyone tell me if this is a decent scanner?  I have some SWL
experience and would like to get an inexpesive scanner.  I picked up the
SC150 on the way home from WalMart so I could give scanning a try (and
quite possibly take them up on their liberal return policy!).

I'm currently listening to police traffic (finding the channels just by
searching the bands--someone just robbed a McDonalds).

I figure at least I'll have a benchmark now and can decide what features
I need/want.  Any comments very much appreciated.

Thanks,
Geoff

--
:   Geoffrey T. Cheshire <[e-mail]>                                :
:   Pgp Key <http://aruba.ccit.arizona.edu/~gtc/>                           :


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Oakley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: 17 Mar 1996 18:36:36 -0600
Message-ID: <4iib6k$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hlftq$[e-mail]> <4hoc5e$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Liberal? Probably conservatives. These are business men ya know.

Eclectic Seizure ([e-mail]) wrote:
: On Sun, 10 Mar 1996, Reverend Tweek wrote:

: > Bill Funk  <[e-mail]> wrote:
: > Meanwhile, KGO radio, the talk radio station in the Bay Area, started
: > their own counter-campaign "You've got questions, so do we"... probably
: > more truthfull that the original.
: >
: > Radio Shack: You've got questions, We can BS.

: There's propaganda for ya.  They can push lamers into trusting them so
: they will buy, buy, BUY!  Lamers.  I can't believe what this world is
: coming to.   All these goddamn liberal fags sit on their fat asses in
: Atlanta or wherever the fuck Tandy is and laugh because they got all the
: nieve retards to buy their merchandise.

: JunKie <[e-mail]>


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:14 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio News 3/14/96
Date: 22 Mar 1996 05:20:02 -0700
Message-ID: <4iu5ti$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

                         Thursday, March 14, 1996

MIMS -- The Information Systems Group (ISG) Transmission Products
Division launched ISDN LifeGUARDs, believed to be the only service of
its kind to help consumers get Integrated Services Digital Network
(ISDN) service installed in their home or office by simply calling for
help. Also unveiled was the SURFR Setup, for easy configuration of
Motorola's BitSURFR Pro ISDN Modem.  /BUSINESS WIRE/

MIMS -- ISG's, Transmission Products Division also introduced two new
ISDN transmission products and the industry's first back-up power
supply for a consumer ISDN device.  Announced were: BitSURFR Pro, HMTA
200 ISDN/V.34, and BitBRICK.  /BUSINESS WIRE/

GSS -- The Cellular Infrastructure Group announced its plans to
incorporate AudioCodes Ltd. Wireless Telephony Privacy (WTP) devices
which will enhance call privacy in its analog Wireless Local Loop
(WiLL(TM)) systems.  /BUSINESS WIRE/



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (Pergrim)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon search speed
Date: 22 Mar 1996 10:52:29 -0500
Message-ID: <4iuibt$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Pergrim)

James Lepphaille wrote:
>
> I bought a Spectrum CD and on my sx25, 4meg machine, searches take about
10
> minutes.
>
The Spectrum CDROM is written in Foxpro and is indexed on 9 fields. The
performance problem you experience is due to the low memory. It will work
with 4 meg however it will be slow. As you increase your memory it will
improve. Typically on a 486-66, 16 meg ram 4x CDROM, you will see about
3000 records per minute. You might also call in for support if the problem
continues after you increase your memory.

Try our web site and check out our performance.

Chuck
PerCon Corp

http://www.perconcorp.com



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Starr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: bearcat 2500 battery pack
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 18:59:10 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4idj4k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

On Wed, 20 Mar 1996 15:02:32 GMT, [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
wrote:

<>>You can build your own. It uses standard 1.2 nicads ..The problem
is the
<>>glue holding the battery pack together..good luck
<>
<>      How about heat shrink tubing? Or MonoCote used for Model
Airplane's?


I used a hot-melt glue gun to stick cells together for a pack I
rebuilt for my 200-XLT.  Worked fine.  Should be available at any home
center or hardware.


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Dave Starr


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:17 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ir2oi$[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 18:29:28 GMT

    Albert, RS has never charged me for a catalog. The Local Store's RARELY
have any in stock of late but a simple call to 800-THE SHACK gets me one, no
charge. The Store's probably have to pay for Catalogs and this may be why
either they don't have any or charge you for them. The folks at the HQ will
gladly send you one.

<tsb>
                               Midgard Graphics
           3D Animation and Special FX for the hobbyist videographer
                          Email: [e-mail]

--
          Drop into #amigacafe on IRC's undernet for a chat sometime

--

<tsb>

                     A man of many hobby's master of none.




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:19 1996
From: Dan Prysby <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 18 Mar 1996 20:54:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4ikihb$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4i440d$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Rick Colombo <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Collier Chun wrote:
>> There is also a loophole for interference hunting, namely:
>>
>>         "(v) for other users of the same frequence to intercept any
>> radio communication made through a common carrier system that utilizes
>> frequencies monitored by individuals engaged in the provision or the
>> use of such system, if such communication is not scrambled encrypted.
>>
>
>Does this mean it's legal to intercept scrambled signals (that may be
>decodable, say like speech inversion)?

When it comes to law, all interpretation outside of a judgement in
a court of law is irrelevant.
Unfortunatly, it makes it hard to know what exactly is "against the law"
before it happens.
Legal advice based on other trials can be relevant as this was
interpretation in a court of law.
So when it comes to interpretation of laws like this, be aware of
what the law says but also of prior litigation.



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (nicholas vavro)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: splinter freqs
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 00:10:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4isr3r$[e-mail]>
References: <4io9kg$[e-mail]> <4ip447$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey) wrote:


> ([e-mail]) writes:
>> Help.  I need to find a scanner that will pick up 173.5125.  I tried severa
l
>> uniden sets and all of the radio shack ones.  none of them can receive this

>> freq.  Someone mentioned it might be a split or splintered freq.  What are
>> these.  This is the freq used by a military hospital for their ambulance
>> dispatch.  Any suggestion on scanner brands, models would be greatly
>> appreciated.  I hope to keep the cost below $400.00

>At 173 MHz MOST scanner can only be tuned in 5 kHz steps. Look for a
>scanner that can be programmed for the increment tuning. Or you could try
>finding one of those VERY old analog tuning SW radios with VHF reception.
>Good Luck

Just curious.  Couldn't you just punch in that freq. and automatically
the scanner rounds off to the nearest freq of that and if the signal
is strong can't it be heard.  I'm doing it now with other freqs. and
it works.  I'm off 5 mhz from the broadcasting freq and still hear it
fine.  Explain?   Nick




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:21 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: splinter frequencies
From: [e-mail] (Ron Roth)
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 96 20:38:00 -0500

> [e-mail] (nicholas vavro) writes:
> Just curious.  Couldn't you just punch in that freq. and automatically
> the scanner rounds off to the nearest freq of that and if the signal
> is strong can't it be heard.  I'm doing it now with other freqs. and
> it works.  I'm off 5 mhz from the broadcasting freq and still hear
> it fine.  Explain?   Nick
--
 That would make sense with most scanners.  However, several years
 ago, some political "procession" with RCMP (type of Canadian Federal
 police) in tow drove by near were I live.  I listened on a Regency,
 and on a Bearcat scanner (both portables), and on the Bearcat I was
 able to pick up an unlisted frequency in-between regular RCMP
 channels, though it was somewhat distorted, but I was unable to pick
 up the same frequency with the Regency.
 So I used the direct search with a Pro-2004, and it zeroed in on
 two in-between frequencies, that were not on the regular 12.5 kHz
 stepping sequence, nor were they listed in a local scanner book.
 Looks like that Regency's high selectivity prevented reception of
 "unconventional" channels.

 * Ron Roth
---
 * RoseReader 2.10b P003228 Entered at [CRS]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:22 1996
From: Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 44 Mod,....anyone?
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 21:28:45 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iugam$[e-mail]>
To: Guy Brummel <[e-mail]>

Guy Brummel wrote:
>
> I just got a Pro 44 and I was wondering if anyone out there knows of a
> mod for it?....Also if anyone uses it, i'd like to ask a couple of
> questions.
>
> Guy
>
> [e-mail]


try checking here....

http://oak.oakland.edu:8080/pub/hamradio/mods






http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html
--
Dave Booth


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Starr)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Lansing freq's
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 11:52:12 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4io0du$[e-mail]>

On 20 Mar 1996 04:09:34 GMT, Me <[e-mail]> wrote:

<>Does anyone know the fire, medical, and aircraft radio frequencies
for
<>the Lansing/East Lansing area?  Please post them or email me if you
do.
<>
<>Thanks,
<>Scott
<>


Have you tried http://www.perconcorp.com  ?

They have their frequency CD online.  I believe you can search by city
& FCC code, ie  PP, PF, etc.



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Professional Shop Rat       31 Years Experience

Dave Starr


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Opitz)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: legality of listening to cordless and cellular
Date: 20 Mar 1996 14:28:16 GMT
Message-ID: <4ip4m0$[e-mail]>
References: <4icsps$[e-mail]>

ronald p. cain ([e-mail]) wrote:
: According to the FEB 1996 issue of "Monitoring Times", Bob Kay said in
: his article: "For your information, here is a list of freq ranges that
: are illegal to monitor: 46.61 to 46.97MHz for traditional cordless
: phones, and 824 to 849 and 869 to 894MHz for Cellular phones."

: When I said listening to cellular and Cordless phones is illegal, I
: used the above as my source as I am not a lawyer. If you don't agree,
: take it up with Monitoring Times. The email address is:
: [e-mail]

: Cheers, Ron Cain

Well, Monitoring Times was close, but not quite correct. It is not
illegal to listen to those frequencies unless the broadcast on the
frequency happens to be from a cordless or cellular phone. The amended
ECPA makes it illegal to listen to cordless phones (unless you are a
party to or have permission from the parties to the conversation). It
does not specify individual frequencies. So, it is also illegal to
listen to some 900 MHz frequencies...when the frequency is carrying a
cordless phone conversations.

PaulOpitz
RadioShack Publications


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kevin Cox)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Optoelectronics announces the Optolinx
Date: 19 Mar 1996 15:08:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4imikl$[e-mail]>

Optoelectronics announces the release of the new OPTOLINX PC-Radio universal
interface.  The OPTOLINX is the replacement for the popular CX12AR.  The
OPTOLINX adapts a wide variety of Radios, Scanners, Decoders, Frequency
Counters, Frequency Recorders, GPS receivers and other devices for connection
to an RS-232C personal computer serial port.
The OPTOLINX incorporates special provisions for connecting the AR2700 and
AR8000 to a PC for full featured computer control scanning, even allowing the
user to control multiple radios at one time.  Interface the AOR AR3000A
receiver with the DC440 decoder and the OPTOLINX to allow for decoding of DCS,

CTCSS, and DTMF.
The OPTOLINX can interface with an NMEA 0183 compatible GPS or LORAN receiver.

Use the OPTOLINX, GPS receiver and any communications receiver with a data
port to receive Longitude and Latitude coordinates for any signal the receiver

receives.  * Future software by software developers will allow real-time
position mapping.
The OPTOLINX will interface to the Scout Frequency Recorder for the
downloading of Scout frequencies in memory.  Also, use the M1 Frequency
Counter with Optolog software for computer controlled datalogging of all
frequencies the M1 captures.
Like the CX12AR, the OPTOLINX will also computer control the ICOM R7000,
R7100, and R9000.

The retail price of the OPTOLINX is $129.  The unit is currently shipping.
Call the Optoelectronics Toll Free Order Line now.  800-327-5912.
Don't miss out on the latest breakthrough from Optoelectronics.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kevin Cox)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Optoelectronics announces the Optolinx
Date: 19 Mar 1996 15:03:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4imic4$[e-mail]>

Optoelectronics announces the release of the new OPTOLINX PC-Radio universal
interface.  The OPTOLINX is the replacement for the popular CX12AR.  The
OPTOLINX adapts a wide variety of Radios, Scanners, Decoders, Frequency
Counters, Frequency Recorders, GPS receivers and other devices for connection
to an RS-232C personal computer serial port.
The OPTOLINX incorporates special provisions for connecting the AR2700 and
AR8000 to a PC for full featured computer control scanning, even allowing the
user to control multiple radios at one time.  Interface the AOR AR3000A
receiver with the DC440 decoder and the OPTOLINX to allow for decoding of DCS,

CTCSS, and DTMF.
The OPTOLINX can interface with an NMEA 0183 compatible GPS or LORAN receiver.

Use the OPTOLINX, GPS receiver and any communications receiver with a data
port to receive Longitude and Latitude coordinates for any signal the receiver

receives.  * Future software by software developers will allow real-time
position mapping.
The OPTOLINX will interface to the Scout Frequency Recorder for the
downloading of Scout frequencies in memory.  Also, use the M1 Frequency
Counter with Optolog software for computer controlled datalogging of all
frequencies the M1 captures.
Like the CX12AR, the OPTOLINX will also computer control the ICOM R7000,
R7100, and R9000.

The retail price of the OPTOLINX is $129.  The unit is currently shipping.
Call the Optoelectronics Toll Free Order Line now.  800-327-5912.
Don't miss out on the latest breakthrough from Optoelectronics.


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:31 1996
From: marc antony [e-mail] (Marc Antony Raso)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Stuck with new Pro51. Please Help!
Date: 24 Mar 1996 14:22:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3lqs$[e-mail]>
References: <4iptbc$[e-mail]>

In article <4iptbc$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Steevre) wrote
:
> I have a newer model Pro 51 (date code 3A5).
>
> I understand that this scanner is too new to be modified with the keypad
> mod.
>
> Here are the options I've found so far:
>
> 1. A company placed an ad in one of the popular communications magazines
> stating that they could unlock the 800Mhz range in any scanner.  They add
> a button on the scanner housing and tweak the oscillator chip which puts
> the 800Mhz band in the 400Mhz range when the scanner is put into down
> convert mode.  This costs around $100 for the Pro 51.
>
> 2. There are converters that you can use in place of the antenna for
> around $80.  From what I understand, these do not work in the 30Mhz
> intervals that you need to use the 800Mhz band effectively.
>
> 3. I can cut my losses and sell the Pro 51 and buy a more modifiable
> scanner (i.e., used Pro 43).
>
> Can anyone suggest a better\more cost effective option than any of these?
>
> Thanks.

Someone please respond to this post.  I too have a new PRO-51, "1 A 6".


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:32 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 04:26:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4ita5r$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4f5q3f$[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4implb$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (David A. Gray PhD) wrote:

>In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>>
>>Dave O'Neal wrote:
>> --- snip ---
>>        Since I travel the Northeast for work, I stop in R/S to kill time
>>and to pick up 5 &  Dime Items, such as solder and Caps.  To check out
>>how much the sales person knows I ask them a simple question.
>>        What does the RG stand for in the Coax, (ie RG-59, RG-6 and so
>>on).  You would be amazed the answers I get.  But the most popular one is
>>that since Radio Shack sells only the best it stands for Really Good (the
>>best coax around).  I have to hold back my laughter.
>>        For those who are interested RG stands for Radio Guide, that was
>>the term given to the wire before it was called Coax Cable.
>>
>Radio Guide = Radio Frequency, (RF) Wave Guide. = Coaxial Cable = etc. etc.

>Gee I wonder if I could get a job working for Shady-O-Rack!?

I think you all qualify to work for Radio Shack because so far no one
has gotten what RG stands for: Radial Ground.
It is true, though, that it was used before they called it coax, but
Radial Ground was the U.S. Military designation.
==MNM Studios accepts unsolicited recordings on R-DAT and DCC formats for mast
ering/pre-mastering.
]\/[ ]\[ ]\/[==



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:33 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Bill Ezell)
Subject: Re: Percon search speed
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 17:34:31 GMT
References: <4ir1a0$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (James Lepphaille) writes:


>I bought a Spectrum CD and on my sx25, 4meg machine, searches take about 10
>minutes.
>It's so damn slow I hate to use it!  You know, I just want to play around
>with search queries and try different stuff but the slowness is maddening.

They use FoxBase as the DB, now owned by MicroSoft. At least for the
Spectrum CD, they don't seem to have provided much of an index to speed
things up. A lot of searches I do end up reading the whole database.
Plus, FoxBase itself seems to be pretty bad.
With a 6x CDROM and a 486/66, I still find it objectionably slow.

Anyway, if you happen to be running Linux, or want to get a pretty simple
C program running under Dos/Windows, I wrote one that will read the
DB itself or a ufdbf export file from Spectrum. It doesn't have any
indexes (yet), but you can extract all the frequencies for your state, say,
and then use fmtdbf (the C program) to select based on ANY of the
fields, like service code == PP and county == foobar. Since the export file
is on disk, it goes much, much faster.

Web to http:www.mv.com/users/wje/aor.html and look under the C programs
stuff.

Bill
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Hennigh)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR AR5000 review?
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 23:47:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4ipqto$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Scott A. McIntyre) wrote:


>I know it's a pretty new unit, but does anyone have any pointers to
>respectable reviews of the new AOR AR5000?

>Thanks,

>Scott

Bob Gheri at US Scanner News got one of the first units and should be
publishing a review eventually.  AOR had been working out the final
quirks with the unit so I think we were waiting for a final production
model for review.  The FCC approval is still pending however, but
hopefully that will come through sometime next month.  We do expect
these units to be available before the Dayton Hamvention in mid-May.

Regards,

- Steve
===============================================================
= Steve Hennigh              = US distributors of AOR, Lowe,  =
= Electronic Distributors    = Daiwa, Create, Emoto, Sirio,   =
= tel  [phone]          = SSE, SASI, Scanmaster          =
= fax  [phone]          =                                =
===============================================================



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:35 1996
From: [e-mail](Dan Baxter)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: 22 Mar 1996 15:32:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4iuh67$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4imm4o$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Tim English) writes:
>
>More like $1000 than $100. Aint nothin' in Canada cheap !!!!!!!!!!!!!
>
>On Tue, 19 Mar 1996 22:23:30 -0800, Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
>wrote:
>
>:>dale martin wrote:
>:>>
>:>> I BELIEVE I HAVE SEEN A  PLACE IN CANADA WHERE THESE CAN BE
PURCHASED FOR
>:>> ABOUT $100 LESS.
>:>>
>:>> AND THEY ARE BRAND NEW!!!!!
>:>
>:>
>:>I doubt that very much...$100.00,, let me know where and i'll order
2.
>:>
>:>
>:>http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html
>:>[e-mail]
>:>
>:>--
>:>Dave Booth
>
I do believe that the message says $100.00 less, not $100.00


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:36 1996
From: Ray Woodward <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 18:21:05 +0000
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4imv4v$[e-mail]>

In article <4imv4v$[e-mail]>, Horney Byte <[e-mail]>
comments :

>FUCKED!!!!!!!
>
>Open your ASS and I will FUCK YOU!!!!!
>
>Pervert & Dirty Mouth.......
>
>Horney Bite

The really sad thing is that excrement like that get to vote ..:-(


--

Ray


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From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Whiston)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 10:59:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4ijfac$[e-mail]>
References: <4i9j77$[e-mail]> <4i9r6a$[e-mail]> <4ico2e$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Jim Smith) wrote:

>I used to hang out at a local Rs store when I was a kid. Wish I had a nickel
>for every time the salesdroid told the customer to be sure and solder in the
>resistors the right way, i.e., in the same direction as the originals, 'cause

>if they didn't "they will not have the proper resistance".
>
        ROTFL  Gasp! Wheeze! Snort! and various other sounds of mirth!

        Whew!  Now that I've picked myself up off of the floor...  That's about the
`best' one I've heard yet!  Sheeeze!  And some people *wonder* why there are
multiple threads on just how *bad* Rat Shaft err...  Radio Shack salesdroids
arre at times???  ('Course there *are* the `now and then' exceptions to the
general course of things and *when* you *do* find them you *should* treasure a
nd
nurse them so that you don't lose them!  I've been lucky enough that for the
past 3 or 4 years I've had *two* salesmen [Note the term `salesmen' *not*
`salesdroid'!] who have actually been competent and willing to actually help!
When I *do* have to go into their respective stores I *always* make certain th
at
I deal with them and *always* let the manager know that they are their best
people.  Heck!  I'll even wait for them if they are busy with someone else and
always recommend them to others over any of the salesdroids!  So far it seems
to
be working as they are still there while all the salesdroids have come and gon
e
many times over.)

        Doleo ergo sum,
          -HALFPINT-




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:39 1996
From: Lynn Holden <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We've got answers
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 11:52:43 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ikmdl$[e-mail]> <4imhpn$[e-mail]> <4io1s2$[e-mail]> <4ip997$[e-mail]> <4ir2oi$[e-mail]>
To: Albert Nurick <[e-mail]>

I do not work for Tandy or RS, nor do I wish to defend all their
practices, but they have survived in a really tough segment of
retailing, namely consumer electronics. The margins on most items are
incredibly thin, therefore, Tandy started having products produced under
their own name. Now they have gone to a mix of name brand goods as well
as the house branded stuff. Yes, they do some strange things, and yes
most of the goods are overpriced, but you must admit that they have
survived when alot of other good retailers have had to bail out. And it
is convenient to have them in so many locations in most cities when you
need to finish a project in a hurry and just want commodity items like
coax cable or phone jacks etc.

I maintain, that if you or someone can come along and outdo them, step
up to the plate and give good ole American capitalism a try. Radio Shack
needs some competition!

Otherwise, quit complaining! :)

Lynn
--
You Can't Rollerskate
In a Buffalo Herd,
But You Can Do It
If You've a Mind to!!
        Roger Miller......


<urrl:http://www2.southwind.net/~lynnh/>


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:40 1996
From: Gary - KJ6Q <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 24 Mar 1996 02:01:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4j2adv$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itlar$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Doctor Who <[e-mail]> wrote:

>You people are a bunch of pretentious old farts. So the guy gets a
>little frustrated and says he accidently FUCKED UP his transmitter. Big
>deal. That's the way alot of people really talk. The Internet is a
>common meeting place, that is not censored (at least not yet) and if you
>are going to get so bent out of shape over a little bit of profanity,
>you are not going to be able to reap the advantages of the net. So get
>real, okay? He's not really that bad...
>
>-----------=?> Doctor Who <?=-----------

WELL *HELL*, let's REALLY liven things up!

This was a pretty decent group until all the CBers found it, and started
trashing it up with all their odorous and offensive operating habits and
gutter language....

THERE, that should about do it..... :-)
--
Gary... KJ6Q... I am the NRA | Annoy a Liberal - say NO to gun control!
============================ | Annoy a Democrat - say BYE BYE CLINTON!
Those who choose to "beat    |==================================
their swords into plowshares"| "It's *EASY* to be a liberal, it's
may end up *PLOWING* for     | OTHER people's money you are giving
those who DON'T!             | away! (or living off of!)




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Wally Bloss)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 520 MHz - 760 MHz Band question
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 15:34:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4iu9t1$[e-mail]>
References: <4iq243$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Richard Christensen) wrote:


>Why does it seem like this "band" is hardly ever included in
>scanners.  I bet part of the reason is that it is where the
>up-conversion takes place. But it seems that only the R1, Yupiteros,
>and AOR 8000 can actually scan this band.  I assume it is because they
>use a dual up conversion method.   If this right?  What is on this
>band beside some the the UHF television stations?

>--
>         /\                  /\       .       /\____
> _-_    /  \       _/\      /  \     /\      /      \        /\
>/   \  /    \     /   \  /\/    \   /  \_/\_/   Y    \  /\/\/  \
>  u  \/      \___/     \/        \ /                  \/        \
>----------------------------------v--------------------------------
>Richard Christensen                                          KC7JPQ
>[e-mail]                 Go Cougars!! Beat Utah!!!
>[e-mail]
>Wk Ph. # [phone]

This band is reportedly supposed to contain military
"cellular like" telephone comms. I believe there is one
here is St. Joseph MO at the 135th Signal Batallion
National Guard, but with my 2006, I have no joy
receiving them.

Wally Bloss



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:43 1996
From: Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Scanner web pages
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 21:50:14 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: Brian Petersen <[e-mail]>

Brian Petersen wrote:
>
> If anyone out there knows about any good Web pages relating to scanners,
> citizen's band, shortwave, broadcasting or frequency lists, could you please
> send me their web addresses in e-mail?  Anything related to radio, really,
> except Ham stuff - already have a ton of that.  Thank you...
>
> Send to: [e-mail]
>
> -- Brian
>
> .... In DOS we trust.
>
> --
> |Fidonet:  Brian Petersen 1:103/604
> |Internet: [e-mail]
> |
> | Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.


here are 2 places i checkout all the time..
http://flex.net/users/odium
http://www.pacifier.com/~ussn

have fun.....
http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html

--
Dave Booth


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:44 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Reverend Tweek)
Subject: Re: Has anyone ever thought of a priority scan that doesn't interupt?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 16:27:23 GMT

Mark E. Daniel <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I have a Uniden/Bearcat SportCat SC150B.  It has the 10 priority channels
>which can be VERY handy especially when listening to certian transmittisons
>which do not utilize PTT techniqes. At any rate, I am wondering if
>any company anywhere has thought of a priority scan which does not
>interupt what I am currently listening to unless a transmission is
>detected on one of the priority channels.  This would probably add
>considerable cost to the scanner as it would need two tuners, but does
>such a radio exist?

It sounds like it could be a simple enough MOD for a person with
a steady hand and a soldering iron...  and a scanner which presents
a voltage (accessable to the hacker) when there is carrier present.

The tricky part, would be to interface an overide into the panel
mounted Priority switch...  the method would be different depending
upon if it is a momentary toggle or a 2 position switch... the two
position would be the easiest, but the push-to-toggle is probably
the more common.

The basic principle would be to have the circuit deactivate the
priority scan when voltage is present at the carrier test point, and
reactivate it when the carrier is dropped.

For a slide-switch priority system, the hack might be about $1.00
worth of parts...  for a push-to-toggle, probably somewhere between
$10-$20, as it would require a bit more logic than the former (which
would probably only require a single ic gate.)




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:45 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: radio for seroius railfan
Date: 21 Mar 1996 18:31:14 GMT
Message-ID: <4is79i$[e-mail]>
References: <4iklkm$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

"James K. Porter" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>PKelly5637 wrote:
>>
>> If there are any seriuos railfans out there, I would be very interested in
>> experiences you have had with scanning radios for this band 160-161 mhz
>> both as a base and/or mobile trackside application.  I experience serious
>> interference and intermod problems scanning the railroads in my car with a
>> Pro 43 with a 2 meter mag mount antenna.  I have tried numerous antenna
>> combinations from all band (terrible, pulls in all kinds of noise) to just
>> using the duckie (cuts down on range).  What I want is a scannable radio

..

>I can't imagine what your problem is except the antenna you are using
>sounds a bit low-band.  I use a cheap all-band mag-mount from RS and
>receive every transmission with no problem using a cheap BC 550.  I D/L
>the freqs in my area from the internet.

=====
The problem here is a well-known glitch in the PRO-43; it has an intermod
problem right in the railway band. That's why you don't have the same
problem with your BearCat.

-
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul McCoy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,misc.forsale.non-computer
Subject: FS: Bendix/King UHF LPU4140 HT Package
Date: 22 Mar 96 10:45:24 CST
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>



I have the following UHF Portable FOR SALE:

        Bendix/King Mod # LPU4140 UHF/14 channel/Programmable/Scanning HT.  The
unit comes complete with the following items/accessories:

        -2 batteries (have superior standby/receive times)
        -1 Speaker Microphone (1 month old)
        -2 Belt clips
        -1 Rapid-Rate Desktop Charger (Mod# LAA0325)
        -1 copy of programming manual
        -2 antennas (one stubby and one long UHF)

        Unit is in good cosmetic and working condition.  It can be programmed
via its numeric keypad (DTMF capable as well).

        This unit is great for a mixture of uses, such as commercial, ham,
GMRS, and as a good quality scanning receiver.

        If interested, please contact me at the following e-mail address:

        [e-mail]


        $550 + UPS Shipping/COD takes the whole package.

*********--




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:47 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Chas)
Subject: Radio Shack
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 11:42:41 GMT

I've been shopping at Radio Shack on & off for years.
I find it easier just to tell the sales people thats I'm looking
If I don't see what I want on display I leave!!
The nearest RS to me won't take special orders
even though the district manager said they would.
I've written RS in Texas with no response whatsoever.

Nonetheless, anything I've purchased at RS seems to be well
built and made to last..you just have to know what you want.

Reading all the posts it seems to me that maybe Tandy should
"adjust" their advertising by putting a disclaimer regarding
"answers"

For technical help - try contacting a local Ham club.
Those folks are freindly and usually know a local store
that specializes in Ham radio and have very knowlegable
people working there and will help and give advise even to
non Ham operaters like me.

BTW the RS nearest me is in the Middlesex Shopping Center in
Maryland.
Theres an Indian lady who works there that tries very hard to help
her customers but its easy to tell she has no real technical
background but she admits it !!

The "manager" well.........he has his own agenda .... work
the clerks to death and hid in the back!!

Charlie



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:49 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon search speed
Date: 21 Mar 1996 18:29:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4is75d$[e-mail]>
References: <4ir1a0$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (James Lepphaille) wrote:
>
>I bought a Spectrum CD and on my sx25, 4meg machine, searches take about 10
>minutes.
>
>It's so damn slow I hate to use it!  You know, I just want to play around
>with search queries and try different stuff but the slowness is maddening.
>
>I looked over the literature really good and I coulden't find a refrence to
>search speed anywhere.  I guess Percon just doesn't want to bring up the
>subject of time or I'm doing something wrong.
>
>Does anyone else have this problem?
>
===============
You bet! Of course, I solved the problem by upgrading to a Pentium 120 ;-)
You might try the DOS version of the CD search engine. It's much faster.
Another suggestion would be to do a search for just your local area for
*all* frequencies/services, and save that as a .DBF file, and use your
regular database program to search that file for your searches. Also much
faster.
Hope this helps.


--
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: OS-535 for PRO-2035 anygood?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 13:35:59 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4io690$[e-mail]>

In article <4io690$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Carl Hodder) wrote:

> Does anyone have a PRO-2035 with a OS-535 installed? Do you find
> it a good interface? What about the programs that come with it?
> Anyone hear of the "GOLD" interface software? I know about the
> dumb anto-store of the 2035 but it was ment to skip stored
> channels/frequencies in it's auto-search. It says this in
> the introduction in the manual. So I guess it's abug in the
> firmware. Anyway around this to get it working or semi-working like
> manually locking out the frequencies as it finds it. Maybe the
> problem is the scanner not locking it out but if you do it
> your self it will. With the 2042, does it lock out the skipped
> frequencies or say skipped on the display? How about another
> way to start the auto-store feature.

I've got a 2042 with the 535 installed. Whether or not it is a "good"
interface is hard to say. It's the *only* interface, so I guess that's one
for the plus column! Seriously, I like having computer control, not so
much because of the interface but the flexibility that a PC and software
gives you in managing freqs, banks and so forth. It doesn't come with any
programs (well, it comes with one very limited demo program). "GOLD" is
Scancat Gold. I used Scancat for a while but did not like it. The
interface is dated and not at all intuitive. At the moment, I'm running
Probe, which I like a lot. It's very fast and flexible (I'm still trying
to work through all of its features).

I don't understand the rest of your question, so I can't answer that part.

--
Michael Alexander
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Lundgren)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Date: 21 Mar 1996 02:44:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4iqfph$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4imjob$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Steve Work ([e-mail]) penned:
: Dennis Nuetzel ([e-mail]) wrote:
: : >There is a small, minor detail: Air transmissions were AM, last time I
: : >checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
: : >transmissions???

: :    If close enough, it will.  I have picked up CB radio transmissions (Als
o
: : AM) on a nearby FM reciever.

: "AM rejection" is a spec which applies to FM radios.  It is worse on
: cheaper ones.

I'm assuming that by worse, you mean is has poorer AM rejection.

: The circuitry used to detect FM signals can respond to changes in the
: amplitude.  Especially when the circuit is cheap, and under conditions
: where it is overloaded.

Actually, when the circuitry is overloaded, it should limit and prevent
AM from getting thru.  Maybe the circuitry is not overloaded enough. ;-)


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From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:53 1996
From: Dan Prysby <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: legality of listening to cordless and cellular
Date: 21 Mar 1996 15:28:09 GMT
Message-ID: <4irsi9$[e-mail]>
References: <4icsps$[e-mail]> <4ip4m0$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Paul Opitz) wrote:
>ronald p. cain ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: According to the FEB 1996 issue of "Monitoring Times", Bob Kay said in
>: his article: "For your information, here is a list of freq ranges that
>: are illegal to monitor: 46.61 to 46.97MHz for traditional cordless
>: phones, and 824 to 849 and 869 to 894MHz for Cellular phones."
>
>: When I said listening to cellular and Cordless phones is illegal, I
>: used the above as my source as I am not a lawyer. If you don't agree,
>: take it up with Monitoring Times. The email address is:
>: [e-mail]
>
>: Cheers, Ron Cain
>
>Well, Monitoring Times was close, but not quite correct. It is not
>illegal to listen to those frequencies unless the broadcast on the
>frequency happens to be from a cordless or cellular phone. The amended
>ECPA makes it illegal to listen to cordless phones (unless you are a
>party to or have permission from the parties to the conversation). It
>does not specify individual frequencies. So, it is also illegal to
>listen to some 900 MHz frequencies...when the frequency is carrying a
>cordless phone conversations.
>
>PaulOpitz
>RadioShack Publications

If so, then how is one supposed to know if he is listening to a
frequency that originated from a phone and is thus illegal vs a
frequency that originated from a non-phone and is thus legal?

Dan Prysby




From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:54 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Message-ID: <4iuhfq$[e-mail]>
From: [e-mail] (James Olson)
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 15:36:03 GMT
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

The problem is more than likely not the nicads, but rather
the current drain design of your scanner.  I have a
PRO51 with 4 AA nicads purchased at WalMart and
get about 14 hrs on one charge using the earphone
and about 10 hrs using the built-in speaker.  Electronic
equipment can have good or bad power consumption
design characteristics depending on the company
and its engineers.

When buying a scanner, look at all the specifications,
not just the receiver specs.

Also, are you sure you are getting a full charge?  Mine
take 12-16 hrs using the low rate built in charger in
the scanner.  If possible, use a volt meter while charging.
Watch for the nicad to peak and then start to decrease.
When it take its first drop in voltage, its fully charged.
This is how some better chargers sense when to shut off.

Jim Olson
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dave Zykin <[e-mail]> wrote:

>I was told that someone on this group would be able to recommend decent
>rechargeable batteries. I tried nicads, they are junk. Charge them for 8
>hours, use them for 45 minutes.

>Are the rechargeable alkalines any better? What's likely to be the
>longest lasting rechargeable battteries I can find?






From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (mlmitchell)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 21 Mar 1996 17:18:02 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

cRiTTa66 <[e-mail]> wrote:

>ok, heres the story,
>A friend and i built the "FM-25" yesterday. We turned it on and
>nothing.. So we looked at the troubleshooting guide, "check all the
>capacatators for correct poplaraty" so well what do you know i fucked up
>on C4. So i re did c4 which is a 10uF ec. tried it again, it worked!
>After a little while of use (1 hour) is just stoped. no nothing, just
>static. I was prety MAD. So i took a lot at the PCB, it looked fine, no
>bridges or anything. My friend lookd at it and held it in her hand.. It
>suddnelt worked again. After this i set it up again to play some music
>from my walkman while listinging from my stero system in my room. after
>the fm-25 stoped working again is was ovious something is really fucked
>up with it.. but it was geting late and she had to go home. So today i
>was resoddering all the parts to see if i could fix the problem...
>It works again. Ok this is good, then it fucked up again! Dam i was
>pissed. so i started touching the underside of the PCB, where all the
>soddering connections are. it still wasnet working. Even though the
>light for "freqency LOCK" was on the transmiter wan't working. before
>the led would just be off.
>
>i also have this problem geting stero on the fm-25 before the unit
>completly broke. any ideas?
>
>Well im having trouble , should i send it in to be repaired for $36?
>Or just send in the BA1404 and the program IC's to see if there fucked
>up? i dono. well if you have any suggestions please e-mail me at
>[e-mail].
>
>Thanx in advance
>
>PS i can be reached on IRC (undernet) on #god or #troy
I hope that you DO NOT use such foul language while talking on the
FM-25 if and when you get it working.
Bill


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brett Duane)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 23:34:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4isp22$[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4iptqc$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>I was told that someone on this group would be able to recommend decent
>rechargeable batteries. I tried nicads, they are junk. Charge them for 8
>hours, use them for 45 minutes.

I would suggest that you were using batteries that had insufficient
capacity (using AA cell where D cells should have been used.)

You didn't say anything about what they were being used for.....

It all boils down to capacity. If your load draws an amp, AA cells would
carry it for about 1/2 hour (750mA*Hr). On the other hand, D cells would
carry the same load for about 1.5 hrs (2amp*hr).

This is true for any battery chemistry (NiCad/Lead acid, Lithium, ect...)

Deciding factors then become physical shape (size is set mostly by the
capacity), cost, and speed of recharge.

There are NiCad batteries that can be charged in 4 hours, some in one
hour, but the fatser charging rates require chargers designed for that
purpose.

>Are the rechargeable alkalines any better? What's likely to be the
>longest lasting rechargeable battteries I can find?

They are slightly better at first (150% of a Nicad), but capacity falls
off rapidly with the number of discharge/recharge cycles.

A rather cynical suggestion would be to buy a small motorcycle battery,
or gasoline generator.

Brett   KA7CGB



From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:50:58 1996
From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: mods Black Jaguar BJ200MK-II
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 96 08:30:43 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] "Harry Gulikers" writes:

Hi Harry,

> As a newbie to scanners: what is the work-around when you're
> not able to scan through a pre-define freq.area ? Buy a new scanner
> that can? I own a Palcom Black-Jaguar BJ200MK-II, and I'm only able to
> listen to manually programmed freq's, which means you'll have to know the fr
eq.

Mmmm...having to dust the cobwebs off on this one....as its a long time
since I had a BJ (!!!).....

You can search between two frequencies.

If you want to Search between 126.00MHz and 132.00MHz the key the UPPER
limit (132.00) first and press the DOWN ARROW. Then key in the Lower
limit (126.00) and press the UP ARROW. The BJ will now search between
126.00-132.00.

Likewise to search between 440.00 - 450.00 key in 450.00, DOWN ARROW,
440.00, UP ARROW.

You cannot change the increment steps, I seem to recall these were
either 5 or 10KHz steps depending of which part of the spectrum you were
searching but I cannot honestly recall what they default to.

Hope this helps.

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From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC8500xlt vs. BC9000xlt
Date: 18 Mar 1996 17:46:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4ik7gr$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Summary: Forget BC8500XLT.  Get BC9000XLT.

In article <[e-mail]>,
Ron  <[e-mail]> wrote:

  >What I would like to know is, how does the 8500 stack up against the
  >9000? ScannerWorld claims they are the same and the BC8500xlt is just
  >last years model ....

It's difficult to keep one's composure after reading this
disinformation.  :-(

  >I've heard that the 8500 has had quality control problems in
  >the past, any truth to that rumour?
  >Cheers, Ron Cain

The discontinued BC8500XLT had performance problems, including
audio hiss and annoying squelch tail.  Forget about
the BC8500XLT and get a BC9000XLT which is more flexible and a
much better performer.  For starters, the modes are selectable
on BC9000XLT and fixed on the BC8500XLT.

I tested a BC9000XLT for MT and was so impressed that I
bought two other CTCSS-equipped BC9000XLTs.   They are
the best base scanners of the current model crop.

PS - See my BC9000XLT review in March 1995 Monitoring Times.
Reprints of articles from Monitoring Times are available
for $2.00 each plus a self-addressed stamped envelope from:

      Grove Enterprises, 300 S. Highway 64 West,  Brasstown,
      NC  28902.   For  a  free catalog, call [phone].
      Telephone (orders only): [phone].

Note: I don't get any part of the $2.00.
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From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:01 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 09:52:09 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <[e-mail]>

> >It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the faster you
> >driver, the less time you have to react to unexpected conditions.
> >Also, the more likely a vehicle failure will cause you to lose
> >control.  From my observations, 99.99 percent of "accidents" are
> >caused by speeders and tailgaters.  I put quotes around the term
> >"accidents" because they aren't really accidents.  The reckless driver
> >of the vehicle caused the crash by driving carelessly.
>
> Well, this seems like a topic that is too good to let go.  As an EMT I
> get to see my fair share of accidents (and I hear of many more).
> 99.99% of accidents are *NOT* (can we say NOT??) caused by speeders!
> In fact I'd even venture to say that whomever said that speeding is
> not in the top ten is correct.

I am, if anyone would bother to go the the NHSTA WWW site, they'd see the
figures. Sorry, speeding is not in the top ten. There was also a report
put out by some LEO agency that said that when the Police cannot figure
out why a person crashed, most of the time they will put down speed as
the reason because that  is the only thing they have found. So of the
1.7% of accidents blamed on speeding they estimated that over 50% were
actually unknown but it's easier to put down speedong as a cause/

Almost every accident that I've seen
> was caused by A) alcohol or B) driving too fast for conditions.  Now,
> please don't read item B) as speeding because I don't know a single
> person (you either Phil) that can tell me what "too fast for
> conditions) means!  That patch of ice or that water spot on an
> otherwise dry and clean street could easily cause an accident.
>
> As to the statement that they aren't accidents, I don't think anyone
> normally intends to run into another's car (unless the fool in front
> of them slammed on their brakes; which also is illegal).
>
>
> --
> Russ Zaccari, EMT-A
> [e-mail]
> http://www.access.digex.net/~zaccari
>
>


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Prowler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Antenna Length
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 19:17:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4is9t8$[e-mail]>
References: <4iag2i$[e-mail]> <4ic5o2$[e-mail]>

It seems that you only want the ham 2 meter band so why not just buy a
cushcraft 2 meter beam?  They come in small 4 element units to long
boom 22 element varieties..  The longer the beam, the less you will
hear except in the direction it is pointed..

Doug KN2Y

"C. Wheeler" <[e-mail]> scribed:

[e-mail] (Rob) wrote:
xx>     Hi I have recently set up a Television Antenna to use on my
scanner to
xx>try to pick up farther, I put the antenna sideways to pick up
better.
xx>Does anyone know what lengths the bars need to be on the antenna to
xx>pick up the 143-144Mhz range. I would think that you dont need most
of
xx>the bars because they are all in different ranges. We are trying to
xx>make it fairly small. Thanks in advance,

xxMost directional TV antennas are log periodic dipole arrays (LPDAs)
witch
xxmeans that the entire antenna is active over a pretty wide
bandwidth.  If
xxit is a VHF TV antenna it should work well anywhere from 50 Mhz to
300
xxMhz.

xxOn an LPDA there really isn't any one set of elements that are cut
for a
xxparticular frequency.  If you are using it to receive 144 Mhz it
will
xxjust use the resonant region of the antenna for it.

xxRemoving elements can effect the performance of the antenna over
it's
xxentire opertaing range.  TV antennas are pretty cheap.  You might
just
xxwant to go out and buy a smaller one - one that was designed that
way.





From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:05 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Althoff)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,sci.electronic.equipment
Subject: Re: phone coupler
Date: 23 Mar 1996 01:09:21 -0500
Message-ID: <4j04ih$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

DOUG JABLIN ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I'm looking for a phone coupling device to take a phone signal, process it,
: and then output it into an amplification unit. Where can I find such a
: device or access a catalog that would have such information? Please email
: me at [e-mail].

What exactly is your application?  Do you just need to amplify a telephone
conversation?  Radio Shack sells a nice little single-line telephone
amplifier for about $30.

Do you need an actual telephone hybrid to connect callers to an amplifier?
 Do you need to be able to talk to callers through the hybrid, or can you
just use an extension telephone?  You could rig up a line matching
transformer between the phone line and the amplifier...or again, grab one
of the Radio Shack units and modify it to drive, say, a PA amplifier.

If you want to go all the way, then you need a telephone hybrid.  Many of
these exist, ranging from very basic units all the way up to the fancy
all-digital systems that can even talk to these godawful digital office
phone systems (I hate those digital phones.  If you must have multiple
lines, use a 1A2 system...).

Among actual phone hybrids, the only ones I have dealt with are both
Gentner products, the Microtel and the SPH-3/SPH-3A.  The Microtel
actually plugs into the coil-cord from telephone, replacing the
handset...you connect to this gizmo with a microphone, headset, and an
audio line-out cord.

The SPH-3A is a far more expensive model, designed for rack-mounting.  It
has an audio input and output, and connects to the phone line like an
answering machine.  I believe it also contains a 10W amplifier which can
be used to drive a speaker directly.  Sound quality is really quite good
for a telephone.

I have no connection with Gentner except that my radio-station client uses
their products.

--Dave Althoff, Jr.
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From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: 22 Mar 1996 13:52:31 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4iubav$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

>>Michael Alexander
>>[e-mail]
>I apologize for using this bandwidth but I have to state my position.

You certainly have the right to post your opinion,,,, and I don't?????

>It is the sellers right to put whatever price he wants on his stuff.

Anyone can post any price he/she wants, as you indicated.

>If you believe that price is too high then don't buy it.

I DO indeed know it is much too high & WILL NOT CONSIDER IT!

 This post
>would have been gone if the price police hadn't flamed it several
>times.

Are you not also adding to the "flame"?????

 I am tired of seeing post after post return to the newsgroups
>because someone had a comment about the price of an item.

Don't read the ones marked "FS".

  Please let
>the seller set his price and the market (buyers) determine if it's a
>good one or not..

I intend to. However, why do people post here? Think about it..... They
either need info or are trying to help someone out with a little info
that they have. Helping each other, right?? Now, understand my post. I
did not intend to "cut" or "slash" anyone, nor did I intend to be
insulting. After reading the note, I assumed the person wanted to sell a
radio. Secondly, from the extreme price, I assumed they never sold used
equipment before. You and I both know the seller has about as much a
chance selling that radio as you do selling yours at $895.00. So why not
help some one out with some constructive advice???

>
>Again sorry for the bandwidth but I had to express a point.

Yeah, me too.





From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:07 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon search speed
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 12:09:05 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ir1a0$[e-mail]>
To: James Lepphaille <[e-mail]>

James Lepphaille wrote:
>
> I bought a Spectrum CD and on my sx25, 4meg machine, searches take about 10
> minutes.
>
> It's so damn slow I hate to use it!  You know, I just want to play around
> with search queries and try different stuff but the slowness is maddening.
>
> I looked over the literature really good and I coulden't find a refrence to
> search speed anywhere.  I guess Percon just doesn't want to bring up the
> subject of time or I'm doing something wrong.
>
> Does anyone else have this problem?
>
> thanks
>
> jim


Jim:

It's not Percon's fault, or problem.  You have to consider several things here
.

1-  The CD-ROM has a database of over THREE MILLION records!!!
2-  CD-ROM drives are very slow when compared to the speed of a hard drive.
3-  Not to offend you, but a 386SX system with only 4-MEG's of RAM is no speed
 demon.

I'm using the Percon Spectrum CD on the following system:

PENTIUM 133-MHz
32-MEG's of RAM
4X Toshiba CD-ROM
Windows-95
(2) 1.6-GIG Western Digital Hard Drives

Needless to say, performance is not a problem with this type of setup.  To spe
ed things
up even further, I copied the entire CD-ROM to a hard drive partition (only be
cause I
had the room).  This made response time almost instant!

You are working with very large amounts of data, that not too long ago would h
ave
demanded a mainframe computer to process.

If you know someone experienced with dBase, or FoxPro, they could extract the
data that
is just for your area.  This would be a much smaller datafile and might possib
ly fit
on your hard drive.  Another solution might be to purchase Percon's regional C
D, which
narrows it down to approx. 1/5th the amount of records you're currently search
ing through.

Bill Crocker


From [e-mail] Sun Mar 24 17:51:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 12:32:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4irlke$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Ron <[e-mail]> wrote:

/>Glen L. Roberts wrote:
/>>
/>> [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey) wrote:
/>>
/>> > "Ronald P. Cain" ([e-mail]) writes:
/>> >>
/>> >> Yes, it is totally illegal to listen to cordless phones on
/frequencies
/> >> between 43.72MHz and 44.48MHz, and from 46.61MHz to
46.97MHz.
/> >>
/> >> Furthermore, you are also forbidden to listen to cellular
/frequencies
/>> >> between 869.040MHz and 891.510MHz. Totally against the
/law.
/>> >
/>> > Really? So it's ok to listen to 824-849 MHz and 49 MHz?
/Cool!!!
/>> >
/>>
/>> I'm not sure any of the law specify FREQUENCIES that are
/illegal
/>> to listen to... just certain types of broadcasts... ie:
/Cordless
/>> Phones or Cellular Phones...
/>Okay, one more time. I got my info from the Feb issue of
/"Monitoring
/>Times". In it a guy named Bob Kay said that listening to
/cellular and
/>cordless freqs are illegal. Take it up with them if you
/disagree, but
/>something tells me you will lose the argument. Here's the email
/address:
/>[e-mail]
/>name

Read the goddamn law. I am not saying you can listen to cellular
or cordless phone CALLS. Just that listening to specific
frequencies was not OUTLAWED, just listen to certain types of
SERVICE.

Ie; I can put 46.610 mhz in my scanner and listen all day, all
night, legally... UNLESS... someone happens to use their cordless
on that frequency, then, my receiption of that caller would
become illegal.

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:42:54 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 12v to phone jack-what happened?
Date: 25 Mar 1996 22:06:27 -0800
Message-ID: <4j81h3$[e-mail]>

As suggested by the subject line, someone decided to help my
father out by charging his scanner for him.  They connected
a 12v universal adapter to the headphone jack on a Uniden
Sportcat (SC 150).  I know, how stupid can you be?  The jack
is clearly marked phone but that apparently doesn't guarantee
against stupidity.  Anyway, he brought it to me today and said
can you fix it?

The scanner seems to operate normally with all the functions working
correctly.  It still receives the signals and scans just like normal.
The problem is the audio.  The sound is very weak and somewhat distorted.
It sounds sort of like the speaker is blown.  I disassembled it to check
it out.  The speaker looks OK.  There are two major boards in the scanner.
One board contains the keyboard and display.  It has a large shield over
most of it.  I removed it and examined both sides.  It looks OK.  The
other board has the majority of parts on it.  It has several daughter
boards attached, as well as the volume and squelch knobs, the antenna
jack and the now famous phone jack.  On examination, I found a
darkened area at the top of the board near the phone jack.  In
particular there is an area where a surface mount component appears
to have been hot and the solder joints looked eroded.  I tried cleaning
the area and touching up the solder spots.  It didn't help.

My guess is that applying power to the phone jack has damaged something
in the audio amplifier section, but I couldn't begin to guess what it
might be.  If you have a suggestion, I would be interested in trying
just about anything.  I figure to send the radio for repair would cost
more that it is worth.  Any suggestions?

Sincerely

Shawn Raper <[e-mail]>


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:42:55 1996
From: Rick Colombo <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 12v to phone jack-what happened?
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 15:42:26 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j81h3$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] wrote:
>
> As suggested by the subject line, someone decided to help my
> father out by charging his scanner for him.  They connected
> a 12v universal adapter to the headphone jack on a Uniden
> Sportcat (SC 150).  I know, how stupid can you be?

Well maybe I'm the stupid one, but my phone jack takes a male plug and
the charger takes a female plug so how did he do it?
--


Rick [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:42:56 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 12v to phone jack-what happened?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 20:24:22 -0800
Message-ID: <4jd49m$[e-mail]>
References: <4j81h3$[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Rick says...
>
>[e-mail] wrote:
>>
>> As suggested by the subject line, someone decided to help my
>> father out by charging his scanner for him.  They connected
>> a 12v universal adapter to the headphone jack on a Uniden
>> Sportcat (SC 150).  I know, how stupid can you be?
>
>Well maybe I'm the stupid one, but my phone jack takes a male plug and
>the charger takes a female plug so how did he do it?
>--
>
>
>Rick Colombo

I understand what you mean by female plug, even though I would not call
it a female plug.  If you re-read my post, I mentioned it was a universal
adapter.  You know, the kind you might buy at Wal-Mart that has about eight
plugs all attached to the line.  One of those plugs is male just like a
phone jack plug.  I think there were some old calculators that used a male
plug on the adapter.

Sincerely

Shawn Raper <[e-mail]>



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:42:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rich Carlson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 12v to phone jack-what happened?
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 20:48:01 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j81h3$[e-mail]> <4jd49m$[e-mail]>

In article <4jd49m$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:

>> In article <[e-mail]>, Rick says...
>> >
>> >[e-mail] wrote:
>> >>
>> >> As suggested by the subject line, someone decided to help my
>> >> father out by charging his scanner for him.  They connected
>> >> a 12v universal adapter to the headphone jack on a Uniden
>> >> Sportcat (SC 150).  I know, how stupid can you be?
>> >
>> >Well maybe I'm the stupid one, but my phone jack takes a male plug and
>> >the charger takes a female plug so how did he do it?
>> >--
>> >
>> >
>> >Rick Colombo
>>
>> I understand what you mean by female plug, even though I would not call
>> it a female plug.  If you re-read my post, I mentioned it was a universal
>> adapter.  You know, the kind you might buy at Wal-Mart that has about eight
>> plugs all attached to the line.  One of those plugs is male just like a
>> phone jack plug.  I think there were some old calculators that used a male
>> plug on the adapter.
>>
>> Sincerely
>>
>> Shawn Raper <[e-mail]>

Don't laugh, some low end 2-way radios have thier charging jacks in the
earphone jacks!  I think some Maxon and Regency have that arrangement.

--
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:42:59 1996
From: CrACKeD <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 25ch. cordless ???
Date: 24 Mar 1996 13:15:01 -0700
Message-ID: <4j4ag5$[e-mail]>

: Cordless phones are PRESENTLY sold here with 10 or 25 frequencies.  Broadcas
t
: ranges are from 46.6000 to 46.9900 and from 49.6700 to 49.9900 for your basi
c
: low power jobs.  More expensive and obviously better phones can be had which
: use the 900mhz range.  I think I'll sweep around up there tonight to get the
: actual freqs.  The 30mhz range is no longer used by present day cordless
: phone manufactures, (it's too noisy down there).  You will also find baby
: monitors and kids walkie-talkies in the 49.6700 to 49.9900 range.  It's real
ly
: amazing how far 20mw will transmit from those things!

If you want to exact frequencies, I have a file avilable for download on
my WWW or FTP site which has all 25 cordless frequencies, cellular, and
some 900 Mhz cordless phones in it.

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:01 1996
From: Chris
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 520 MHz - 760 MHz Band question
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 18:52:22 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iq243$[e-mail]> <4iu9t1$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

On Fri, 22 Mar 1996 15:34:13 GMT, [e-mail] (Wally Bloss)
wrote:

>[e-mail] (Richard Christensen) wrote:
>
>
>>Why does it seem like this "band" is hardly ever included in
>>scanners.  I bet part of the reason is that it is where the
>>up-conversion takes place. But it seems that only the R1, Yupiteros,
>>and AOR 8000 can actually scan this band.  I assume it is because they
>>use a dual up conversion method.   If this right?  What is on this
>>band beside some the the UHF television stations?

From what I understand, a good portion of the bandwidth consists of
UHF TV stations and media-related studio links in the lower end.

>This band is reportedly supposed to contain military
>"cellular like" telephone comms. I believe there is one
>here is St. Joseph MO at the 135th Signal Batallion
>National Guard, but with my 2006, I have no joy
>receiving them.
>
>Wally Bloss

I have also come across some pretty interesting scrambled
transmissions...I'm in Canada, but as Wally put it...probably some
sort of military comm.
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (DON WETTER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 520 MHz - 760 MHz Band question
Date: 25 Mar 1996 21:16:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4j72g1$[e-mail]>
References: <4iq243$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4iq243$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>
>Why does it seem like this "band" is hardly ever included in
>scanners.  I bet part of the reason is that it is where the
>up-conversion takes place. But it seems that only the R1, Yupiteros,
>and AOR 8000 can actually scan this band.  I assume it is because they
>use a dual up conversion method.   If this right?  What is on this
>band beside some the the UHF television stations?
>
>
I listen to wireless microphones on these frequenices at events such as
touring Broadway musical performances.  There are 20-40 singers etc I have
found on this UHF TV band...and the mics are always hot!

Don



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (God)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 800mhz to 400 converter?
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 96 03:55:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4it8db$[e-mail]>
References: <4i9qqk$[e-mail]>

In article <4i9qqk$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Brent Wheat) wrote:
>I have seen small boxes in catalogs that claim to convert 800 down to 400 for

>use on scanners.  Are these 'magic' proprietary devices using special chips
>or can they be built out of a handfull of parts?  I'm interested in finding
>schematics; provided it could be build by someone who has only taken EE101
>and does not own a shop full of equipment ;-)
>

xandi electronics sells a schematic and board diagram for about $10 (ask for
only the manual), and ~$50 for the whole kit. I havn't tried it, but it looks
like tuning would be hell...

i'm not sure of the number, but it is an 800 number and directory assistance
would have it. I've built their kits in the past, and they have been very well

documented. They also advertise in Nuts and Volts, so you could find the
number there.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mitchell Bogh)
Subject: RE: 890 mods needed  (Also heard Netcom has gone to unlimited usage.)
Date: 28 Mar 96 05:50:11 -0800
References: <4is2ef$[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

look for the micro uc-1514 in the lower right corner (with text on
micro facing so you can read it normally)  there will be 3 surface
mount resistors (also just down from a 4 pin connector (cant tell
from the picture)) remove 2 of the  resistors closest to the micro
"carefully" (in case this doesn't work).  You're not done yet, now
take 1 of these resistors and install it into a empty pad about 1/4
of an inch below the resistor that you didn't remove.  This resistor
will be oriented 90 degrees from its original position.  Also note
the empty pad is on right the side of the radio and one side of the
resistor will be on a ground trace.  Another reference point is the
lithium battery located below the micro.

Hope My instructions are clear enough.  If you like Ill try to scan
an image of the picture.   Good luck


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:04 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: "James F. Boehner, MD" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: 890 mods needed  (Also heard Netcom has gone to unlimited usage.)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 15:47:08 -0800
References: <4is2ef$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Mitchell Bogh wrote:
>
> look for the micro uc-1514 in the lower right corner (with text on
> micro facing so you can read it normally)  there will be 3 surface
> mount resistors (also just down from a 4 pin connector (cant tell
> from the picture)) remove 2 of the  resistors closest to the micro
> "carefully" (in case this doesn't work).  You're not done yet, now
> take 1 of these resistors and install it into a empty pad about 1/4
> of an inch below the resistor that you didn't remove.  This resistor
> will be oriented 90 degrees from its original position.  Also note
> the empty pad is on right the side of the radio and one side of the
> resistor will be on a ground trace.  Another reference point is the
> lithium battery located below the micro.
>
> Hope My instructions are clear enough.  If you like Ill try to scan
> an image of the picture.   Good luck

Mitchell, first take a look at the processor.  If it is labeled 1514 or
1514A the mod will work.  If it is 1514B, the mod does not work.  I had
an 890 and tried to mod the unit to no avail.  Fortunately, the store
took it back.
Good luck!
'73 Jim N2ZZ



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (CJs Dad)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 890 mods needed  and found. Thanks Mitchell B.
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 07:23:33 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4is2ef$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

On Thu, 28 Mar 1996 15:47:08 -0800, "James F. Boehner, MD"
<[e-mail]> wrote:

>Mitchell Bogh wrote:
>>
>> look for the micro uc-1514 in the lower right corner (with text on
>> micro facing so you can read it normally)  there will be 3 surface
>> mount resistors (also just down from a 4 pin connector (cant tell
>> from the picture)) remove 2 of the  resistors closest to the micro
>> "carefully" (in case this doesn't work).  You're not done yet, now
>> take 1 of these resistors and install it into a empty pad about 1/4
>> of an inch below the resistor that you didn't remove.  This resistor
>> will be oriented 90 degrees from its original position.  Also note
>> the empty pad is on right the side of the radio and one side of the
>> resistor will be on a ground trace.  Another reference point is the
>> lithium battery located below the micro.
>>
>> Hope My instructions are clear enough.  If you like Ill try to scan
>> an image of the picture.   Good luck
>
>Mitchell, first take a look at the processor.  If it is labeled 1514 or
>1514A the mod will work.  If it is 1514B, the mod does not work.  I had
>an 890 and tried to mod the unit to no avail.  Fortunately, the store
>took it back.
>Good luck!
>'73 Jim N2ZZ
>



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:06 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ACARS demodulators
Date: 24 Mar 1996 06:37:25 -0500
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4j3c5l$[e-mail]>

Anyone out there tried any of the ACARS demodulators? I notice
there are about three on the market ranging in price from
around $100 to $170. From the pictures, they all seem to be the
same. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Iain L. Taylor)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ACARS demodulators
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 10:53:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4j8idf$[e-mail]>
References: <4j3c5l$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Steve Kennedy) wrote:

>In article <4j3c5l$[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>>From: [e-mail]
>>Subject: ACARS demodulators
>>Date: 24 Mar 1996 06:37:25 -0500

>>Anyone out there tried any of the ACARS demodulators? I notice
>>there are about three on the market ranging in price from
>>around $100 to $170. From the pictures, they all seem to be the
>>same. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

>I have an AEA ,ACARS (which is their WEFAX demod with new software).  I have
>seen a screen image from the Lowes Airmaster, and it looks identical to the
>AEA software.  I also heard a rumor that the Universal ACARS kit is an AEA
>with their name on it.  THese are certainly all quite similar, if not the sam
e.

AEA version is a licensed copy of the Lowe Airmaster:)

>
>I paid $90 for my AEA ACARS at Ham Radio Outlet (HRO).  I have had no problem
s
>with it, and it has worked flawlessly.  I have it connected to a Radio Shack
>Pro-2026 (or a 2006 sometimes), using an indoor whip antenna.  I pick up the
>aircraft side of the transmissions only, partially because of my antenna, and

>partially because I am 25 miles away from the closest commercial airport and
>behind some hills.
>
>Steve





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ACARS demodulators
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 06:04:37
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3c5l$[e-mail]>

In article <4j3c5l$[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>From: [e-mail]
>Subject: ACARS demodulators
>Date: 24 Mar 1996 06:37:25 -0500

>Anyone out there tried any of the ACARS demodulators? I notice
>there are about three on the market ranging in price from
>around $100 to $170. From the pictures, they all seem to be the
>same. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks

I have an AEA ,ACARS (which is their WEFAX demod with new software).  I have
seen a screen image from the Lowes Airmaster, and it looks identical to the
AEA software.  I also heard a rumor that the Universal ACARS kit is an AEA
with their name on it.  THese are certainly all quite similar, if not the same
.

I paid $90 for my AEA ACARS at Ham Radio Outlet (HRO).  I have had no problems

with it, and it has worked flawlessly.  I have it connected to a Radio Shack
Pro-2026 (or a 2006 sometimes), using an indoor whip antenna.  I pick up the
aircraft side of the transmissions only, partially because of my antenna, and
partially because I am 25 miles away from the closest commercial airport and
behind some hills.

Steve



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Josh Orfanakis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Air Force freqs
Date: 26 Mar 1996 22:38:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9rlm$[e-mail]>

I am looking for some security police freqs for the Air force MPs. I am
out here in Colorado.

TIA



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glenn E. Little)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ant. ground plane
Date: 23 Mar 1996 12:34:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4j0r5e$[e-mail]>
References: <4hsnti$[e-mail]>

In article <4hsnti$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Micha
el Risney) says:
>
>I have a pickup with a fiberglass shell.  I have my 3ft Firestick
>scanner antenna mounted on the shell about 1ft behind the cab.
>
>Question:  How important is a ground plane on a receive only
>situation??
>                 If it is important, what solutions can I use without
> mounting the ant. on the cab???
>
>thanx
>


Use copper screen under the top of the fiberglass shell.
The screen should be a quarter wavelength in radius at the
lowest frequency that you are interested in listening to.
The ground plane will make a lot of difference in the received signal strength
.
The screen should be placed such that the antenna is in the center of the scre
en,


73
Glenn Little
WB4UIV


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:12 1996
From: "Geoffrey T. Cheshire" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Any (dis)recommendation on Sportcat 150?
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 14:30:47 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iqrfv$[e-mail]>

Here's a follow up after a week of use of the Uniden SC150 "Sportcat" and
some helpful email:

What I like:
        + Good fidelity through steereo earphones; speaker pretty gppd for
          its size.
        + Seems to get good reception
        + Decent freq. range: 29-174, 406-512, 806-956 (less cell.) MHz.
        + Nice styling/fit & finish (I have the black unit.)
        + Good backlighting
        + Weather channel scan button
        + Built in NiCad's that charge internally--they last ALL day+ if used
          with headphones

What I dont like:
        - Can't tune in a freq. w/o using a memory
        - Number pad not in telephone format
        - Can't scan between two freq's of your choosing, only within preset
          bands
        - Lots of intermod, esp. on 800MHz band--all the intereference makes
          the band hard to scan
        - Can't arbitrarily pick presets to scan without lots of locking out
          of presets
        - Internal speaker not really loud enough to overcome road noise
          in my car (audio is great with headphones)

There are probably more, but this is what comes to mind off the top of my
head.

So--in my decision about this radio, can anyone with a BC220/30 let me know
how that radio compares?  (I can't afford >$300 for the 3000).

As always, thaks in advance!
Geoff
--
Geoffrey T. Cheshire
<[e-mail]>  Pgp key: <http://aruba.ccit.arizona.edu/~gtc/>




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carl Hodder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Anyone have the World Scanner Report?
Date: 28 Mar 1996 08:45:51 GMT
Message-ID: <4jdjjv$[e-mail]>

I was told that in a back issue of The World Scanner Report
there's a mod for the Realistic PRO-2035 for a AUTOTAGGER
feature. I think it's a mod to let you use the AUTO-store
feature correctly. Can anyone tell me about this mod and
how it's done. Please E-mail me at [e-mail]
or post it for all interested. Would also like to know how long
it takes to do this mod.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Hennigh)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR 8000: Production Shortage?
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 21:24:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4jc171$[e-mail]>
References: <4ikvba$[e-mail]> <4il10q$[e-mail]> <4iv4h1$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Jeff) wrote:


>Yes according to EDCO JAPAN AOR is ONLY producing 70 AOR 8000 a day.

>Not good.

>No more till sometime in APRIL.

>Update still waiting on AOR5000  seems JAPAN is working on the cell block to
>meet FCC approval.

>I sure hope I have them for DAYTON.

>Jeff

Hi Jeff,

AOR has actually started to catch up some on the backorder situation.
We received a shipment today but it realistically won't cover even
half of what we have committed to dealers.  The problem was with the
supply of some of the components of the AR8000.  AOR was more than
happy to increase their factory production to meet the demand,  but
some of their parts suppliers could not increase production quickly
enough.  I am fairly sure that the parts supply problem has been
remedied at this time so now it's just a matter of catching up on the
outstanding backorders.  I would think that before the end of April we
will be to the point where dealers will have stock in the stores
again.

Re the AR5000, the FCC approval is still pending but we should
definitely have stock before the Dayton Hamvention.  The type 15 FCC
application has been submitted but the FCC is also requiring a
submission for computer peripheral acceptance on the unit, so it may
be a little while longer.

See you at Dayton.

Steve
=============================================================
  Steve Hennigh                US distributors of AOR, Lowe,
  Electronic Distributors      Daiwa, Create, Emoto, Sirio,
  tel  [phone]            SSE, SASI, Scanmaster
  fax  [phone]
=============================================================



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:15 1996
From: Charles Andrade <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR 8000: Production Shortage?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 05:58:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4jfu59$[e-mail]>
References: <4jc171$[e-mail]> <4jca4p$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Compusa307) wrote:
>[e-mail] (Jeff) wrote:
>
>
>>Yes according to EDCO JAPAN AOR is ONLY producing 70 AOR 8000 a day.
>
>>Not good.
>
>Ham Radio Outlet has the AR-8000 in stock for $589.99. I bought mine
>there. The local San Diego HRO had three units in stock on Monday,
>3/25/96.
>
>I love my Ar-8000, Steve Ralston, Escondido, CA


--
1.0a15


Do you know how this unit compares to the MVT-7100?

Charlie........



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:16 1996
From: Miklos Kozary <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR-8000
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 22:59:47 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Hi folks,

I'm new to scanning and about to purchase an AR-8000. Does a handhold
scanner have any disadvantages over a base scanner? Can anybody tell me a
reason why I shouldn't buy this one, or does anyone have a suggestion for
a better scanner?

Thank you in advance

        Miklos


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:18 1996
From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR-8000
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 12:57:49 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Miklos Kozary wrote:
>
> Hi folks,
>
> I'm new to scanning and about to purchase an AR-8000. Does a handhold
> scanner have any disadvantages over a base scanner? Can anybody tell me a
> reason why I shouldn't buy this one, or does anyone have a suggestion for
> a better scanner?
>
> Thank you in advance
>
>         Miklos

Most handheld scanners typically don't have the tight electronic specs that
you will see in an equivalent base unit, simply because compromises have to
be made in performance as a tradeoff for the smaller, portable size.
However, I have an AR8000 and am completely enamored by it.  The performance
is more than for what I need, and since I am out and around a lot, I like
it's portablility.  If you go with a base unit, you will soon want to go out
an buy a handheld scanner anyway.  If you like the AOR line, consider the new
AR5000 base unit.  My handheld AR8000 winds up being my base or "in-home"
unit, and is my only radio.  I can plug it into a speaker for bigger sound if
I want.  If you have a decent hand-held you really don't need a base unit.  A
base unit is good if you have a ham shack and you want it part of your
collection of radios on your shelf or radio rack, or if you have an RV and
you want to install one permanently in the vehicle (many base units are 120
and 12V capable).

With the AR8000, I see very few disadvantages over a base unit.  The AR8000
has features that put it above most base units anyway (in my opinion...
please don't flame me everyone!).

One word about the AR8000.  It's crammed with features (and almost all of
them useful), so to the new scanner hobbyist it can a lot to learn (the
AR8000 is my third scanner, and it was a lot for me to learn).  You
essentially have a hand-held computer-driven radio (and you can actually
connect it to a computer if you want).  My point is that there are gobs of
advanced features that you may not need right away, so don't be intimidated
by the apparent complexity.  The radio has a nifty feature where you can set
it up in either NOVICE or EXPERT mode.  This keeps you from fouling something
up accidentally until you get to know your way around the radio.

I hope you get the AR8000.  Sit down with the manual, and go through it page
by page, but DON'T do it all in one sitting, you'll get a headache.  It took
me about a week spending an hour or two after work with the manual before I
got through everything.  If you try to do it all at once or try to jump ahead
you will confuse yourself and become disheartened by the whole affair.  I
have heard of people returning the radio because it wound up being too
complex to learn - that is the downside.  But, once you learn it you don't
forget it becuase it is laid out so well.  It winds up being a very easy and
convenient to use radio once you get the hang of it.

I would also recommend getting the gray leatherette case from Grove.  It
takes the abuse not the scanner.  The clear plastic keyboard cover on the
case also makes it easier to use.  You'll see what I mean when you try to
enter a couple hundred frequencies without the case, then get the case and
use the buttons.

You might also consider getting a decent scanner antenna (Grove sells the
famed Austin Condor, I have a Diamond RH77CA 8-bander ham antenna).  The
little plastic carrot that comes with the AR8000 is nice and compact, but it
is not real sensitive and makes the radio somewhat deaf.

Have fun.

Mike

--
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Visual Numerics, Inc.  32915 Aurora Rd. Suite 160, Solon OH  44139  USA
Email: [e-mail]    Human: 216-248-4900   Fax: [phone]
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR-8000
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 03:22:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

MI>From: Miklos Kozary <[e-mail]>
MI>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
MI>Subject: AR-8000
MI>Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 22:59:47 -0800
MI>Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
MI>Organization: Internet Access AG, Zuerich, Switzerland

MI>Hi folks,

MI>I'm new to scanning and about to purchase an AR-8000. Does a handhold
MI>scanner have any disadvantages over a base scanner? Can anybody tell me a
MI>reason why I shouldn't buy this one, or does anyone have a suggestion for
MI>a better scanner?

MI>Thank you in advance

MI>    Miklos

There is no better choice for a handheld scanner. You have alphanumerics
and a data port.

Some base stations have better filters than do handheld scanners. The
AR3000A is a much better scanner than the AR8000, but costs nearly
double. It has better sensitivity and no intermod. The AR5000 has
the alpha and data features of the AR8000 (plus more), but is too new
to tell as far as quality goes. Note the AR3000A has no alphanumerics,
but can be easily run with a computer.

I bet that clouds things up just fine!

 * SLMR 2.1a * NRA: Neurotic Rifflemans Association


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (Spikey Echidna)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Australian air show frequencies
Date: 26 Mar 1996 09:03:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4j8bsn$[e-mail]>

Can anyone tell me the frequencies that will be used in the upcomming air
shows in Victoria at Point Cook, and Mangalore....

The spikey echidna...
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:21 1996
From: Daryl Jackson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Aviation
Date: 25 Mar 1996 17:50:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4j6mdf$kqa$[e-mail]>

Are there any scanning clubs or web sites devoted exclusively to
monitoring the VHF aircraft band ?


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:21 1996
From: Bruce cohoon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: aviation
Date: 27 Mar 1996 02:00:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4ja7gk$[e-mail]>



 I WANT BUSY AIR FRQDUENCIES FOR SOUTHERN ONTARIO, CANADA.


BY ADAM COHOON



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:23 1996
From: an459434 <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: aviation
Date: 29 Mar 1996 13:51:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgpta$qni$[e-mail]>
References: <4ja7gk$[e-mail]>

If you narrow down the area a little I will gladly list a bunch
for you. I'm assuming you'll want Toronto and I'll give you your
area as well.
Ron

--
nobody


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:25 1996
From: [e-mail](Sean Murphy )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: BC-200 dead, need ideas...
Date: 29 Mar 1996 10:15:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgd7l$[e-mail]>

Fellow hobbyists:

     My ol' reliable Bearcat 200 handheld recently took a dump.  The
radio had been working fine previously.  I kept it in my backpack in
it's own padded pouch and carried it to work everyday.
     For a period of time I left it in the backpack and let the battery
drain down.  About a week ago, I took it out of the backpack and
decided it was time to charge it up for springtime.
     Well, that's when the problem was discovered...  Much to my
chagrin, the damn thing wouldn't turn on, even with the charger in the
battery pack.  I let it charge overnight (approx. 12 hrs.) and still it
would not turn on, no display, no sqawk from the closed squelch through
the speaker, zip, zilch, nada!
     Needless to say I was pissed.  I checked the supply and battery
pack on a bench tester vmeter and they both checked out.
I disassembled the rig and peeked inside and both power leads were
connected and were allowing current through to the board.  I observed
no obvious signs of damage, (i.e. little surface mount parts falling
about on my bench) nor any other visable signs of abnormality as from
drop damage or other shock...
     HELP!  My summation is that I have a bad op-amp on the mainboard
somewhere...  Any ideas, tips or other info would be appreciated!  Is
there a factory reset dip or pin-push switch on the mainboard
somewhere?  Is it time to trash or should I mail it to factory service?
 Perhaps, I should buy another rig.  I hate to think that ol' reliable
is finished...  Thanks in advance for any assistance!  Spare me spam,
like I give a damn.

Regards,
Sean Murphy
---------------------
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:25 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC800XLT Search Mode
Date: 22 Mar 1996 04:31:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4itafr$[e-mail]>
References: <4ismbt$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Matthew Brown) wrote:
>Can someone give me instructions on how to set up search mode on the
>BC800XLT., i.,e I want to search from 820-890MHZ.

     Turn on unit, punch "manual" button, punch in "820", punch "limit",
punch in "890", punch "limit", punch "search".  Happy monitoring:)



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:26 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (dwc)
Subject: BC860xlt or Pro51?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 01:47:12 GMT

So far I got:

BC860XLT
100 Ch  29-54/108-512/826-956 Mhz
$169.99
base

Pro51
200 Ch
(not sure, up to 1000 Mhz, I recall)
$199.99
handheld

I'm ready to buy one as a gift.  Need help making the "right" decision.
Any info. on the differences between the two (besides what I've listed)?

TIA.  - dave


<<- [e-mail] ->>



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:27 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: "James F. Boehner, MD" <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: BCT7-10 BearTracker
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 18:06:02 -0800
References: <4j479c$[e-mail]>

Kevin Jarrett wrote:
>
> Does anyone know anything about the BCT7, or BCT10 BearTracker?  Experiences
> and what its frequencies are, etc?  I'm having a problem finding information
> about it on the web or anywhere else.  Has anyone had experiences with the
> highway patrolman tracking feature?  Thanks :)
>
> Kevin Jarrett
> [e-mail]
> http://www.dfw.net/~phunistl

I have been using the BCT-7 in my car for some time.  I have many
scanners, including the BC-700A and the BCT-2 Bear tracker.  The BCT-7
is a combination of these two units.  As a matter of fact, I said to
myself one day, it would be great if Bearcat would... AND THEY DID!  The
unit is preprogrammed by state for State Police, Local Police, DOT, etc.
There are preprogrammed News services, Weather as well.  You may also
have a set of 25 "Private Frequencies" that you can program.  There
is,of course, a lock-out feature for troublesome frequencies.  There is
a data detect feature, and if you activate it, the scanner will not stop
on data frequencies.  It covers VHF Low, 6 Meter ham, Aircraft, Federal
137-144, ham 2 meter, VHF-HI, 440 Mhz ham, UHF and UHF - T band, and
also 806-956 with pre-programmed steps.  Of course, Cellular is blocked
out, but an image captures many of those frequencies.
The alert feature works well detecting the HP mobile extenders, but in
SC I think the majority of the HP is on 800 Mhz.  It was definitely
lighting up on my trips through GA.
My use for the unit mainly around town is the private mode, where the
local frequencies have been pre-programmed.  Traveling works best with
scanning for HP.  The only problem is that the sampling of the mobile
extenders is too long, and makes scanning the local police or HP normal
frequencies difficult, because of constantly interupting the
transmission.  Kind of like Priority mode.
I recommend the scanner highly. A good price is about $140-$160.  I have
seen them advertised for $140-$250.
Remember that having a mobile scanner may be restricted in some
states/localities.  Having an amateur radio license offers some
exceptions, and I also highly recommend that as well..
Hope this helps!
'73  Jim N2ZZ



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (J.W. Wolfington)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BCT7-10 BearTracker
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 07:28:06 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j479c$[e-mail]>

On Sun, 24 Mar 96 19:18:05 GMT, [e-mail] (Kevin Jarrett)
wrote:

>Does anyone know anything about the BCT7, or BCT10 BearTracker?  Experiences
>and what its frequencies are, etc?  I'm having a problem finding information
>about it on the web or anywhere else.  Has anyone had experiences with the
>highway patrolman tracking feature?  Thanks :)
>
>Kevin Jarrett
>[e-mail]
>http://www.dfw.net/~phunistl

These things are all over the web.

I have had the BCT-10 Bear Tracker.  It is a good scanner, if you do
not want to program one yourself.  It scans about 100 channels per
second very reliablely.

The highway patrol detection is second rate though.  In my state, very
few departments use vehicular repeater systems.  This is how the BCT10
and BCT7 alert you.

I just bought a BCT7, I hope it is worth the $175.

I found the BCT7 at Radar City, on the web, or $149.00.

e-mail:  [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:29 1996
From: JET <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Bearcat SC-150
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 20:35:17 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I'm thinking about buying a Bearcat SC-150 for beginner scanning. Is this good
 choice or is there something
better in the same price range.?
Also, what is a good source for frequency lists in the Atlanta area.
Replies are appreciated...to [e-mail]
Thanks...
John


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:30 1996
From: Brett Kollar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable bat
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 10:27:34 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Gary Sellani wrote:

> Toshiba makes the NiMHy AAs, but I have not seen them in stores. From
> testing many laptop computer batteries, I can tell you that the
> self discharge of NiMHy is much worse than NiCad. The NiMHy are
> nearly dead in a week, while Nicads will last a month. Thus NiMHy should
> be used on a device that will be used daily. This makes sense for a
> laptop computer, but may not make sense for scanners. I find having
> several sets of Nicads and a standalone charger the way to go.
> I guess it depends on your requirements then.  I use NiMH in my PRO-43 (VART
A
brand NiMH) which *I* prefer over the Nicads.  The NiMH may discharge faster
when not used, but I get a longer use out of them and the scanner goes on
charge every night so it doesn't matter.  I was lucky to get 8 hours out of
the Nicads, between 10-12 on the NiMH.  As a backup I have a set of Alkaline
ready to go if they NiMH ever run dry.  Alkaline are the best way to go, but
*I* believe not worth the cost.

Brett Kollar
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:31 1996
From: Chris
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 18:52:16 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]> <4iqqnd$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

On 21 Mar 1996 05:50:37 GMT, [e-mail] (Jim Wishner) wrote:

>dave...some users of the 'renewal' system report positive results.  plus
>there are some higher-capacity ni-cads which may give you better results
>(e.g. radio shack has an 850 mHa available, noticably better (and more
>expensive) than the standard 600 mHa.  there are 1000 mHa available).
>
>what are you using them for?  that will make a difference in what is more
>effective, cost-effective, and practical


I have heard the same about the 'renewal' system...

Depending on what you'll be using them for...nickel metal hydride
(NiMH) batteries may also be a good choice.  The diff with NiMH
batteries is that they do not have the 'memory' effect that NiCad
batteries develop after several rechargings.  You'll see many cell
phones with these batteries as they provide longer life...

Good luck!
--------------------
Food for thought
--------------------
"I heartily accept the motto,'That government is best which
governs least,'...Carried out, it finally amounts to this,
which also I believe, 'That government is best which governs
not at all'..."

Henry David Thoreau, "Civil Disobedience" (1849)


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:33 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: 24 Mar 1996 07:23:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4j2t8u$[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]>

Dave Zykin <[e-mail]> wrote:
>I was told that someone on this group would be able to recommend decent
>rechargeable batteries. I tried nicads, they are junk. Charge them for 8
>hours, use them for 45 minutes.
>
>Are the rechargeable alkalines any better? What's likely to be the
>longest lasting rechargeable battteries I can find?
>
>

Try and find Ni-Cads with a high capacity.
AA's should rate at 700-900mAh, some cheaper units are
only rated at 500mAh
Or for C or D size, you should get ratings of around 4000mAh,
I have seen cheap D cells with a rating of 1200mAh!

If you can, get Nickel-Metal-Hydryde batteries, the AA cells
should be rated at 1200mAh, I havn't seen D.

TD.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Wishner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: 21 Mar 1996 05:50:37 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4iqqnd$[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]>

dave...some users of the 'renewal' system report positive results.  plus
there are some higher-capacity ni-cads which may give you better results
(e.g. radio shack has an 850 mHa available, noticably better (and more
expensive) than the standard 600 mHa.  there are 1000 mHa available).

what are you using them for?  that will make a difference in what is more
effective, cost-effective, and practical

dejim in minnesota where the snow is melting, and underneath i found...
my coffee cup, lost since july, and more snow



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:34 1996
From: Henry Wysmulek <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 06:56:58 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]> <4isp22$[e-mail]> <4iu9q3$[e-mail]>

alkaline rechargable batteries are on the market, i also
saw an ad for lithium rechargable batteries, but have yet to
find any for sale. i did see some lithium batteries, but i
can't remember if they where AA or 9 volt.



H. WYSMULEK
[e-mail]
BLUE SKY FREENET



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Erik Beljan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Best rechargeable batteries?
Date: 24 Mar 1996 22:56:19 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4j4juj$[e-mail]>
References: <4iptqc$[e-mail]>

High Capacity radio shck batteries and a Saft 1 hour fast charger.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (Adam Husik)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Boston College
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 00:46:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4jf1fc$[e-mail]>


Considering my recent acceptance, and visitation weekend in the near
future, I was wondering if there were any Boston College students (or
others in the Boston area) who know of interesting frequencies to
monitor relating to the school/operations. I have a good list of
public service frequencies in the Boston area so I'm primarily looking
for BC info.

Anything would be great. Thanks,


Adam Husik
KB2UTP




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:37 1996
From: [e-mail] (Raymond Sarrio)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Buy & sell scanners (FREE) @ http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html
Date: 24 Mar 1996 01:35:31 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


--
The Raymond Sarrio Co. a full feature Ham Radio Storefront on tth WWW at http:
//www.csz.com/sarrio in association with Brillar Enterprises http://win-win.co
m/brillar an Extensive Discount CD-Rom Catalog!



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Raymond Sarrio)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Buy & sell scanners (FREE) @ http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html
Date: 24 Mar 1996 01:35:49 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

The Raymond Sarrio Company's Ham Radio WWW site is proud to announce a
FREE Ham Radio classified advertising page at
http://www.csz.com/sarrio.html. This new classified section will include
Hams to search for equipement with the help of a search engine--no need to
scroll through 100's of listing before you find that special piece of
gear. Plus, when you find the gear your interested in, each listing comes
with point-and-click e-mail access direct to the Ham that listed the item.


For those Hams with gear to sell, take note! It is absolutely FREE to list
your equipment within the Ham Classifieds, and there will be no posting
time delays.Your posting will go on-line, in our classified search
engine,in about 1 hour. All you need do is fill out a simple forms page, and
upon its (point-and-click) submission, your "For Sale" advertisement is
on-line.

I will be purging the classified listing initially about once every month,
but that timeline will shorten as our classified numbers go up. Give it a
try, and let me know how you like it. 73's Ray
--
The Raymond Sarrio Co. a full feature Ham Radio Storefront on tth WWW at http:
//www.csz.com/sarrio in association with Brillar Enterprises http://win-win.co
m/brillar an Extensive Discount CD-Rom Catalog!



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:39 1996
From: Tom Aldrich <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: C. Crane Co. BC9000XLT 800 MHz Mod
Date: 26 Mar 1996 13:38:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4j8s0g$[e-mail]>
References: <lui-0703961137310001@192.0.2.1> <[e-mail]> <4iek8a$[e-mail]> <4ig6av$[e-mail]>

[e-mail](FREDERICK R. LAMBERT ) wrote:
>
> In <4iek8a$[e-mail]> Tom Aldrich <[e-mail]>
> writes:
> >
> >Bill Crocker <[e-mail]> wrote:
> >>
> >> Stephen:
> >>
> >> You should find Cellular frequency images between 985.1600 -
> 1010.0000MHz. on
> >> the Uniden BC9000-XLT scanner.
> >>
> >> Bill Crocker
> >>
> >> p.s.  It is illegal to monitor such frequencies, however, it is
> allowed for
> >>       testing purposes.
> >
> >
> >
> >
> >     Legality aside, I have yet to hear a single cellular signal on
> >my 9000. I've tried everywhere including the range mentioned above on
> >a Cellular Security Group 800 meg antenna mounted 35 feet up and get
> absolutely Zilch.
> >   It's a *great* scanner otherwise but If the cellular stuff is
> >important to you, better hang on to another scanner that'll pick 'em
> >up!
> >
> >           Regards,    swami @;<} tommy
>
>
>   Have you tried searching from 360 to around 390 MHz on the 9000? All
> kinds of cellular images there. Also plenty of cabs below there.
>   The 9000 is a great scanner but if you are into military air you will
> run into these images.
>
>  Fred L.


     Been there, done that......zilch.  Thanks anyway Fred

   @;<} swami


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim KR2T)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,phl.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Channel 36
Date: 26 Mar 1996 15:29:18 -0500
Message-ID: <4j9k2u$[e-mail]>
References: <4j4a31$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Jim KR2T)

My list for Gloucester Co. only goes to Channel 34 (actually to "F-34").
Monroe Twp. does have some individual freqs.  Maybe "Channel 36" is one of
these: 508.4625, 508.4875, or 500.4375.

Best I could do.

Jim KR2T


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:41 1996
From: Blake Engels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Coffee County & Area Freqs in TN
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 08:01:12 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Does anyone out there have or know where to get some freqs for
Tullahoma, Winchester, Coffee Co., Franklin Co. TN?
Thanks


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Peter Hubby)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Columbus, Ohio Fire Frequencies
Date: 28 Mar 1996 02:06:17 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4jcs6p$[e-mail]>

I have been searching desperately for Columbus, OH Fire frequencies. If
anyone has any I would greatly appreciate if you could e-mail them to me..
.Thanks





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mary L. Cody )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Connecticut Police Frequencies
Date: 26 Mar 1996 02:43:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4j7lke$[e-mail]>

Does anyone out there have the new frequencies for Stamford, CT police,
Greenwich, CT police, and the Connecticut State Troopers in Fairfield
County?  All three of these frequencies were recently changed and I
have been unable to locate them.
Your assistance is greatly appreciated.
Mary


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mary L. Cody )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Connecticut Police Frequencies
Date: 27 Mar 1996 23:17:14 GMT
Message-ID: <4jci9q$[e-mail]>

Can someone out there please help?
I'm looking for the frequencies for Stamford, CT police; Greenwich, CT
police; and the Connecticut State Troopers for the Fairfield County
area.  I believe that all of these frequencies have recently changed,
and as of yet, I have been unable to locate them.  My scanner is of no
use to me without them.

Any assistance is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Mary


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
Date: 23 Mar 96 10:27:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Cordless Freq's/Questions
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>





>>...is there any reason to scan the base RX (48-49mhz)freq's?

Naw...you're violating federal law already....
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:45 1996
From: jonnyd%/etc/HOSTNAME (Jon Damast)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Cordless Phone Scrambling
Date: 25 Mar 1996 21:20:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4j72n9$[e-mail]>


Does anyone know how do descramble cordless phones?  It seems that more
and more people are using scrambled cordless phones, on the 46MHz band.
Thanks for the info!

Jon
---
[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill Buckley)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: CT Fast Food Freqs needed!
Date: 29 Mar 1996 18:23:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4jh9ql$[e-mail]>

Does anybody have a list of fast-food freqs for the Hartford, CT area?
Thanks!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ola Jonshammar)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: CTCSS decoder
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 96 13:09:21 GMT
Message-ID: <4j65u1$[e-mail]>

Hi!
Is there anyone out there who knows about any CTCSS-decoders for computers. I
would like to record tones from my scanner and let the program decode them.

I hope someone can help me.


Best regards,

Ola Jonshammar
[e-mail]
http://www.rbk.sollentuna.se/~ojo_93


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (chris swanson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: DAIWA MT-20A
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 14:49:26 GMT
Message-ID: <4je8mj$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Can any one tell me if there was ever a service book made for this
2-MT Radio? It keeps blowing the fuse in the SD-1 coax. cable DC
adapter and I cant find the problem. Any help would be great.
Thank you.
Chris




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:48 1996
From: Steve Siegel <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Does Kenwood make a handheld scanner???
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 12:12:15 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j2mo8$[e-mail]>

Todd Penney wrote:

No, but most of the HTs they make have scanning ability.  Slow, not many
memories and kind of expensive to use as a scanner.
********************************
73 de N3WUU
[e-mail]
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:49 1996
From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Does Kenwood make a handheld scanner???
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 14:35:24 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j2mo8$[e-mail]>

Not that I am aware.

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dr. Arthur Pharter, PhD)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: End of Radio Shack Stores ????
Date: 28 Mar 1996 14:53:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4je94u$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...

>What have YOU done for the amateur radio community lately?

This is the scanner newsgroup. Just because we recieve, why do you think we
would be interested in transmitting?  If you like to scan the police, fire, an
d
medical bands,  you do not need to do anything for the amateur radio community
.

>Your lame anti-Tandy sentiments do nothing for the betterment of the
>amateur community.

I have not read any lame anti-Tandy sentiments.  IMHO, Tandy brought the
comments to themselves with their LAME TV/Radio Ads claiming they have the
answers to our questions.  ** NOW THAT IS LAME !! **


>When is your Ham Radio Test Class scheduled - using your local Radio
>Shack location? How many flyers have you placed in your local Radio
>Shack - touting your Club's activities in the area?

Not the slightest bit interested in taking any Ham Radio Test.  No radio shack

store in my city does anything for the Ham community, quite the inverse, for 3
0
pieces of silver, they will sell Ham transmitting equipment TO ANYONE with
money...


>You complain that Radio Shack salespeople aren't educated - what are YOU
>doing to help in that cause?

What would you suggest?  The corporation is NOT interested in any type of
training that IS NOT directly SALES oriented.  These guys have no need to
understand or appreciate anyone's hobby.  They make about $5.00 and stand on
their feet all day (30 mins for lunch (without pay) is the big break of the
day).


>Probably just sitting on your butt typing, adding absolutely nothing for
>the betterment of the hobby.

Sorta weird to stand up and type, but I will give it a shot and see if it does

anything for the betterment of my butt.

>Stop wasting valuable conference space and time. Do something for your
>community. THEN report back to the group.
>[e-mail]
>member "brown-watch"


And this post is a valuable use of space?  My comments are ESPECIALLY a waste
of bandwidth, but at least I am well aware of it.  My comments are for
educational reasons only.  I love to respond to Radio Shack Managers, these
dudes have yet to see the light....  They are the only ones who could push the

corporate crap up hill.  As long as they are happy with the system, then they
will promote it till it dies.  I have no problem forcasting the end of Tandy
Corp.  In the mid 70's they came out with one of the first home computers.
Complete with trash-dos (TRS-DOS) that was developed by some company called
Microsoft.  The way they forced users to upgrade ONLY through their stores, an
d
 lack of 3rd party support was designed to put the communities money ONLY to
them.  They then spent millions on computer stores world wide, only to be
shoved to the ground when consumers found "real" computers at a very reasonabl
e
price. Tandy will eventually die off to some sort of catalog company.  With Fe
d
 Ex and other overnight services, Tandy would be better off selling off all
their stores and by using the Internet, let people browse products and order
direct.

End of droids, end of managers, etc etc..  Remember you heard it here first!


Dr. Pharter




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (Charles Boehnke)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: F.S. Bill Cheek's "Ultimate Scanner 3"
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 96 19:45:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9hfs$[e-mail]>

F.S. Bill Cheek's "Ultimate Scanner 3" for $18.00 including postage to
U.S.addresses.
Money orders only.
e-mail if you are interested.
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:52 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fast Food Scanners
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 21:37:14 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3ua2$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] wrote:
>
> i saw the article but it is out know.
> do you know any fast food frequencies?

Check out the following URLs:

  http://www.panix.com/clay/scanning/Frequencies/handy-info/fastfood.txt
  http://www.panix.com/clay/scanning/Frequencies/handy-info/fast-food.txt
  http://www2.cy-net.net/~kg5ai/freqs/fastfood.html
  http://www.SineWave.com/chelsea/fast.html
  http://www.orst.edu/~varineb/fastfood.htm

Bob


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (BOBEISNER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fast Food Scanners
Date: 24 Mar 1996 21:59:35 -0500
Message-ID: <4j526n$[e-mail]>
References: <4j3ua2$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (BOBEISNER)

Check out the following URL for Fast Food Frequencies:

  http://www.panix.com/clay/scanning/Frequencies/handy-info/fastfood.txt
  http://www.panix.com/clay/scanning/Frequencies/handy-info/fast-food.txt
  http://www2.cy-net.net/~kg5ai/freqs/fastfood.html
  http://www.SineWave.com/chelsea/fast.html
  http://www.orst.edu/~varineb/fastfood.htm

Bob


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:54 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: 25 Mar 1996 10:00:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4j5qsl$[e-mail]>
References: <4ilb4e$[e-mail]> <4ioklb$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

"mooney patrick ( bs cmsc)" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>On 20 Mar 1996, Two-Dogs wrote:
>
>> [e-mail] wrote:
>> >    Is it possible to make a cellular phone to scan it's freqs? I have
>> >heard of this but have not confirmed this. Anyone know how? or who I
>> >can contact who does.
>>
>> Yep, what phone make/model do you have?
>>
>
>   How about Nokia 100?  What other things can be done in this mode?
>
>

Sorry, the Nokia's need a computer interface to run them in test mode.

         Any others?
TD.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:55 1996
From: jonnyd%/etc/HOSTNAME (Jon Damast)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: 25 Mar 1996 21:11:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4j725s$[e-mail]>
References: <4ilb4e$[e-mail]> <4ioklb$[e-mail]>

Two-Dogs ([e-mail]?) wrote:
: [e-mail] wrote:
: >     Is it possible to make a cellular phone to scan it's freqs? I have
: >heard of this but have not confirmed this. Anyone know how? or who I
: >can contact who does.

: Yep, what phone make/model do you have?

Hey, I got an Audiovox MVX-400 handheld.  Can I scan/listen in with this
unit?

Thanks
Jon
---
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:56 1996
From: "mooney patrick ( bs cmsc)" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 23:47:36 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4ilb4e$[e-mail]> <4ioklb$[e-mail]>

On 20 Mar 1996, Two-Dogs wrote:

> [e-mail] wrote:
> >     Is it possible to make a cellular phone to scan it's freqs? I have
> >heard of this but have not confirmed this. Anyone know how? or who I
> >can contact who does.
>
> Yep, what phone make/model do you have?
>

   How about Nokia 100?  What other things can be done in this mode?





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Anderj1)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 18:36:17 -0500
Message-ID: <4j9v1h$[e-mail]>
References: <4j8c0p$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Anderj1)

I've got a motorola flip, any suggestions.
James.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:43:58 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FM Radio?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 17:57:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4jbvj0$[e-mail]>
References: <4jah4d$[e-mail]>

Tim Catanzarite <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Does anyone know why on most lower end handhelds they don't include the
>88-108 Mhz range?  I would like to listen to my favorite stations from
>time to time when only a scanner is available.  Does it have to do with
>the capibilities of the scanner to only hold a set amount of
>frequencies?  If this is so, then I guess most manufacturers figure
>customers would rather have ranges not as easily accessed as going to a
>boom box or your car?
====
Nope, it has to do with a few things...
Most low end hand-held scanners don't have Wide FM,which you'd need for BC
FM reception.
Most scanners don't have stereo capability, which even an El Cheapo FM
receiver will have.
Sooo, no BC FM capability on most handheld scanners.

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Schuster)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FM Radio?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 09:20:50 -0500
Message-ID: <4jbis2$[e-mail]>
References: <4jah4d$[e-mail]>

In article <4jah4d$[e-mail]>,
Tim Catanzarite  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Does anyone know why on most lower end handhelds they don't include the
>88-108 Mhz range?  I would like to listen to my favorite stations from
>time to time when only a scanner is available.  Does it have to do with
>the capibilities of the scanner to only hold a set amount of
>frequencies?  If this is so, then I guess most manufacturers figure
>customers would rather have ranges not as easily accessed as going to a
>boom box or your car?

1. Adding FM broadcast would require an additional wide IF filter, since
scanners are set up for narrow-band FM reception.

2. Many scanner designs put all the images and birdies in untuneable
frequency ranges. Restoring them may not give satisfactory coverage in
those areas.




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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (DasHACKER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FOR SALE AOR-1000XLT Scanner/Radio
Date: 24 Mar 1996 16:58:26 -0500
Message-ID: <4j4gi2$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (DasHACKER)

AOR-1000XLT Super Scanner/Radio
Pre- Cellular Ban Version
Freq. Range; 500khz to 1300mhz Continuous Scanning
1000 Memory
Modes: AM-FM-WFM
This is a great chance to get a radio that does not require a
special converter, or a custom internal modification to restore
that censored 800mhz band... Not that anyone really listens to
that band.<g>
The radio is like new-mint-excellent condition. Very little
actual use. Would prefer someone from the Atlanta
area, that way they can see it, touch it... smell it if
they like. Just so you know that your getting a radio
that is in new condition at a fair price. But, If not
Atlanta area. I will at least ship this radio to you 2nd day,
that way you wonÆt have to wait to use this great pup.

You ask, if itÆs such a great radio. Then why am I selling
it? Courtesy of Blue Cross/Blue Shield HMO, I have some
mounting medical bills that have to be paid... like really soon!

What I need to get is about $350 for this radio, so if your
interested and can help out. Please let me know.  Thanks

btw, this unit has all the original accs. and the box, all in
new condition... that you could place it on a shelf an re-sale it?


[e-mail]   (Thom)


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (William J. Fox)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: For Sale Icom R7100
Date: 28 Mar 1996 20:46:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4jetr8$[e-mail]>

I have a icom R7100 in excellent shape, still in the box, with a CT 17
for $1000.00


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (LAKE KEVIN S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: For Sale Pro-26 $225
Date: 24 Mar 96 16:19:40 PST
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have a RS Pro-26 handheld scanner that I'm selling for $225.  It is in
excellent condition with manual and box.  If interested email me or call
my voice mail at [phone].




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Blake)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Forsale AOR2515 base unit scanner
Date: 24 Mar 1996 13:41:38 -0500
Message-ID: <4j4512$[e-mail]>

AOR2515 Scanner forsale. $699 new. Recieves 500hz-1.5ghz No blocks. 2016
channels, 10 programable search banks, 3 modes AM, NFM, WFM. Can be
operated by computer, thru com port, Decode DTMF realtime, save number
dialed, time and frequency. Great for logging bands activity. This radio is
in great condition.

I have seen this radio go for as much as twice the original purchasing
price. I would like at least $600, this includes everything. (power supply,
computer cable, software, antenna for tabletop use) I would be willing to
except in trade 2x  2m or 440 HTs. In decent condition. I will pay S/H.

E me...

Ps

See AOR2515.JPG for a look at scanner.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:05 1996
From: Steve Siegel <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Freqs for Ft Meade, MD?
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 12:14:11 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Lee Karlowitz wrote:
>
> Does anyone have the freqencies for Fort George G. Meade, MD?
> I'm new to the area and found that very few
> freqencies were listed in my copy of Police Call, and the ones that
> were listed were not being used!
>
> Many thanks,
> Lee

They are using a trunked system around 406-408 mhz.  You won't hear too
much anyway.  Not as much goes on there as in the old days.
********************************
73 de N3WUU
[e-mail]
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: 21 Mar 1996 18:46:06 GMT
Message-ID: <4is85e$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Well, it's not a direct link to the FCC, but it is a link to
PerCon's CD database.  Try it out.  I got the link from
someone else who had it out here, and I liked it so much that
I stole the link.....  :)

http://www.ici.net/cust_pages/mnewton/scanner.htm


Mike
=====================================================

In article <[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Brian Petersen) wrote:

>So this brings me to my question.  Are there any sites on
>the internet that are directly linked to the FCC's records?
>Sites that I can use in order to perform searches for
>various frequencies, agencies, etc.?  Whether or not they
>are free or require a subscription, I would be very
>interested in any information on this topic.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:07 1996
From: I0517026@
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: 25 Mar 1996 19:39:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4j6sov$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ish21$[e-mail]> <4j5u1k$8ql$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

What is the phone and address of PerCon?

Thanks in advance.

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tye Leslie Sanders)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: 25 Mar 1996 20:54:44 +1000
Message-ID: <4j5u1k$8ql$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ish21$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (William K. McFadden) writes:

>Actually, PerCon now sells a CD-ROM of the entire US for $37 including
>shipping.  The information isn't as detailed as their more expensive
>CD-ROMs, but it's plenty for hobbyist use.

Better than Australia's Spectrum Management Agency who charges
$120 for a CD.  I questioned them about the exhorbitant price
of these discs and the response I got was "to deter criminals
from listening to police frequencies".  What a joke!!!  If a
crim is going to spend a few hundred dollars on a scanner, what
makes them think a $100 CD is going to put him off?
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:09 1996
From: Mike <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 22:47:03 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ish21$[e-mail]> <4j5u1k$8ql$[e-mail]> <4j6sov$[e-mail]>

I0517026@ wrote:
>
> What is the phone and address of PerCon?
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> [e-mail]

Try "www.perconcorp.com" I believe that is the web address.
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequency look-up sites
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 96 13:16:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgo1r$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jdhdf$[e-mail]>


>Can you please double-chech the address for the above site?
>
>I tried three search engines to find Percon... with no luck.
>
>Thanks!
>Tony
>WA6IGJ
>



Try:

http://www.ici.net/cust_pages/mnewton/scanner.htm


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (kman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Frequency requerst for Oakland/San Francisco
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 17:15:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4jbt4c$[e-mail]>

I'm looking for a web site or FAQ that would have the frequencies for
Oakland/San Francisco CA.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Murphy MH113 857-3027)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Frequency request
Date: 27 Mar 1996 03:36:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4jad3f$[e-mail]>


I am looking for frequencies used by the BIA (Bureau of Indian Affairs)
and/or tribal police on reservations.  My main interest is in the ones
here in North Dakota (Ft Berthold Reservation, etc).  If anyone can help,
I would be really appreciative.  I spend some time traveling around, on
and through these and it would be nice to monitor them.

You can either email to me (address below), or post them here.

Thanks in advance for any help given!!!



------------------------  begin sig file  ----------------------------------

John Murphy, Asst Technical Coordinator
North Dakota Interactive Video Network
Minot State University
Minot, North Dakota 58707

email:  [e-mail]
voice:  [phone] (Voice mail available)
fax:    [phone]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:13 1996
From: Bruce cohoon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: frreq. ex. [SW. BRUCE COUNTY,ONTARIO]
Date: 28 Mar 1996 02:12:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4jcshr$[e-mail]>





   I WANT TO COMPARE BUSY FREQUENCIES WITH SOMEONE IN MY AREA. [SW. BRUCE
COUNTY,ONTARIO, CANADA]

ADAM COHOON



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Borzelleri)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS-Aircraft scanner
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 00:30:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4ja2ns$[e-mail]>

I have 1 Air comm Systems ACS-7000  aircraft scanner.This unit is a
Regency MX-7000 custom fit for the dash of an airplane.It operates on
24 volt systems.Make offer if interested.
Steve Borzelleri
Sutter Buttes 2-Way
598 Garden Hwy.,Suite 16
Yuba City, CA 95991
916.674.7532
Fax [phone]
E-Mail [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (GreenDS01)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,us.forsale.computers,comp.sys.laptops
Subject: Re: fs: radar units moving/stationary k-55, f
Date: 19 Mar 1996 20:11:09 -0500
Message-ID: <4inlvd$[e-mail]>
References: <4i8020$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (GreenDS01)

I also have a Kustom Signal KR-11 unit, Just calibrated in 95. It has 1
antenna, it operates on K band. It has Instant on, tracking, Auto on, set
and forget, mobile and stationary modes with your speed and target speed.
Comes with case. Asking 300 or B/o
        Derek


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: 24 Mar 1996 14:13:49 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4j3lat$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iubav$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

First of all, allow me to set the record straight; It was NOT Michael
Alexander that posted the note to which I responded, it was Mike Fletcher.
  For this mistake, I sincerely apologize.

[e-mail] (Michael Alexander) wrote:
>
>In article <4iubav$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
>(Gary Belt) wrote:
>
>> >>Michael Alexander
>> >>[e-mail]
>> >I apologize for using this bandwidth but I have to state my position.

>>
>[much blather snipped]
>
>I can't fathom why Belt is citing me for comments that I did not make.
He
>apparently doesn't understand how to respond to posts.
>
>--
>Michael Alexander
>[e-mail]

Secondly, I am also sorry (NOT!) for not being PERFECT like Mr Michael.
I do make mistakes, from time to time.  Guess I'm just human.  Also, when
I find I made a mistake, I try to rectify it, then make my apologies.
Alexander, did you EVER consider writing your text like this, " Hey Gary,
just wanted to let you know, it wasn't me who wrote the text you quoted
me for, please re-check the note."  No, Alexander, guess you simply just
"can't fathom...".  Did you mention to anyone that the person who signed
the text in question was also a "Michael"? Gee, that's YOUR name, too??
Why don't YOU try and be observant AND considerate???




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:18 1996
From: [e-mail] (robbin decker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 15:22:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4j14th$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4imm4o$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Tim English) wrote:


:>> I BELIEVE I HAVE SEEN A  PLACE IN CANADA WHERE THESE CAN BE PURCHASED FOR
>:>> ABOUT $100 LESS.
>:>>
>:>> AND THEY ARE BRAND NEW!!!!!
>:>
>:>
>:>I doubt that very much...$100.00,, let me know where and i'll order 2.
>:>
Try reading the post, it said $100  <LESS>, not $100 for the
scanner!!!!, And yes, there is a place in Canada that posts on Rec.
Radio.Scanner, and used to show up on the Ham Radio forum on AOL, that
had some new 2006 left, wanted what ended up to be about $350 or so
with the exchange rate. I haven't seen them run a posting lately, they
may or may not still have some available.
I have sold two as new, mint unmodified 2006's in the last 6 mos for
$300 plus the UPS, and this seems to be the going rate for used.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:19 1996
From: "Gary A. Lemon" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Re: FS: Radio Shack Pro 2006
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 04:50:44 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4imm4o$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Tim English wrote:
>
> More like $1000 than $100. Aint nothin' in Canada cheap !!!!!!!!!!!!!
>
> On Tue, 19 Mar 1996 22:23:30 -0800, Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
> wrote:
>
> :>dale martin wrote:
> :>>
> :>> I BELIEVE I HAVE SEEN A  PLACE IN CANADA WHERE THESE CAN BE PURCHASED FO
R
> :>> ABOUT $100 LESS.
> :>>
> :>> AND THEY ARE BRAND NEW!!!!!
> :>
> :>
> :>I doubt that very much...$100.00,, let me know where and i'll order 2.
> :>
> :>
> :>http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html
> :>[e-mail]
> :>
> :>--
> :>Dave Booth

He's right, I ordered a PRO-2006 form an outfit in Canada.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:20 1996
From: "Frank B. Leppla" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Ramsey SCN-1 Kit
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 09:14:57 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

For Sale - Ramsey SCN-1 Scanner Frequency Converter Kit.
Converts 900MHz range frequencys to 450MHz range. This
Kit is complete, unbuilt, and includes the case.
Asking $50.00 or best offer. Does not include shipping.
Replys to Frank at [phone] evenings or email.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:21 1996
From: Dick Todd <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: RS Pro 23
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 17:05:14 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I'm selling a Radio Shack Pro 23 capible of monitoring cellular, very
good condition $150 shipped.





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael W. Freeman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FS: Uniden SC150B
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 04:05:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4jaer9$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Michael <[e-mail]> wrote:

>For sale: Uniden Bearcat/Sportcat SC150B

>100 channels, 12 bands including cellular.  Scans all 100ch's in
>about 1 second.  Brand new condition in box with manual, charger,
>duckie, belt clip, and freq book.

>$160 shippin in US48.
>e-mail is best.

You can get a brand new one for less than that. I did.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:22 1996
From: Michael <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Uniden SC150B
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 17:09:41 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

For sale: Uniden Bearcat/Sportcat SC150B

100 channels, 12 bands including cellular.  Scans all 100ch's in
about 1 second.  Brand new condition in box with manual, charger,
duckie, belt clip, and freq book.

$160 shippin in US48.
e-mail is best.
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:23 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:RS PRO-2005
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 11:36:09 GMT
Message-ID: <4jghqo$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]@usit.net

Realistic PRO-2005 mint with cellular mod, S-meter hookup mod and
shortwave interface mod. Also has search and store board. In box with
instructions. $275 shipped.


KE4LEU



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Oujesky)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,phl.scanner,alt.forsale,austin.forsale,houston.forsale,dfw.forsale,misc.forsale.non-computer,tx.forsale,us.forsale.misc
Subject: Re: FT: 200/205XLT for PRO-60/26
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 96 01:46:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4j51ev$[e-mail]>
References: <4ggg43$[e-mail]> <4h5gdc$[e-mail]> <4hnq9g$[e-mail]> <4hsaul$[e-mail]> <4ifp6m$[e-mail]>


Anyone interested in trading a PRO-60 (or perhaps a PRO-26) for a Uniden
Bearcat BC-200/205XLT plus some cash?  The 200/205XLT has full 800 mhz
coverage enabled.


Here's the band plan for the 205XLT:

        Mhz Range       Description
      -------------     ------------------------------------------
        29.0-29.7       10 meter "Ham"
        29.7-50.0       Low band
        50.0-54.0       6 meter "Ham"
         118-136        Aircraft (AM)
         136-144        Military Land Mobile
         144-148        2 meter "Ham"
         148-174        High Band
         406-420        Federal Government
         420-450        70 cm "Ham"
         450-470        UHF
         470-512        "T"
         800-956        800 mhz

        200 channels in 10 twenty channel banks
        10 priority channels
        15 channels per second
        liquid crystal display
        0.4 microvolt sensitivity @ 29-54 & 136-174; 0.8 @ 406-512; 1.0 @
800-956
        -55 db @ +/- 25 khz selectivity
        400mw audio output
        earphone jack
        slide-on nicad battery pack with external 12 vdc external connector
        12 vdc external power supply
        rubber ducky (BNC) antenna
        heavy duty pseudo-leather carrying case with belt hoop


Interested parties please reply via e-mail to [e-mail].

Thanks.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
Date: 25 Mar 96 00:25:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Sh
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>




>>...Radio Shack sales droids...

What have YOU done for the amateur radio community lately?

Your lame anti-Tandy sentiments do nothing for the betterment of the
amateur community.

When is your Ham Radio Test Class scheduled - using your local Radio
Shack location? How many flyers have you placed in your local Radio
Shack - touting your Club's activities in the area?

You complain that Radio Shack salespeople aren't educated - what are YOU
doing to help in that cause?

Probably just sitting on your butt typing, adding absolutely nothing for
the betterment of the hobby.

Stop wasting valuable conference space and time. Do something for your
community. THEN report back to the group.


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (George F.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Sh
Date: 25 Mar 1996 13:47:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4j6851$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
.>
.>
.>
.>
.>>>...Radio Shack sales droids...
.>
.>What have YOU done for the amateur radio community lately?
.>
.>Your lame anti-Tandy sentiments do nothing for the betterment of the
.>amateur community.
.>
.>When is your Ham Radio Test Class scheduled - using your local Radio
.>Shack location? How many flyers have you placed in your local Radio
.>Shack - touting your Club's activities in the area?
.>
.>You complain that Radio Shack salespeople aren't educated - what are YOU
.>doing to help in that cause?
.>
.>Probably just sitting on your butt typing, adding absolutely nothing for
.>the betterment of the hobby.
.>
.>Stop wasting valuable conference space and time. Do something for your
.>community. THEN report back to the group.
.>
.>
.>[e-mail]
.>... ATTENTION to Details BBS - 909-681-6221 - REACT/GMRS/AMATEUR RADIO
.>---
.> * TLX v4.00 *
.> * wcECHO 4.1 ~ AR-Net: ATTENTION to Details * Mira Loma, CA * 909-681-6221
.>--
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.>|Internet: [e-mail]
.>|
.>| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.
.>


I have many times asked questions at radio shacks, mostly about the new
scanners they bring out or on electonics components,  And alway get answers
that are way off the wall.  I try to nicely tell them that they are wrong and
the correct answer is ----.   I've heard on about 4 or 5 different times a
Radio Shack Droid tell a customer that your cordless phone is just as private
at your 'normal' telephone, and your local volanteer fireman across the
street with his scanner can't listen in.  Or that maga-buck cell phone &
service plan - No there are NO scanners that can pick them up, their
frequencies are way too high for scanners.  At my local rat shack I try to
tell them (infact with a handheld scanner I've proved it to them) but they
told me "I don't do this for a living, so therefore I don't know what I'm
talking about".  HAY WAKE UP THE PROOF I WAS RIGHT WAS COMING RIGHT FROM MY
SCANNERS SPEAKER!




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Andy Domonkos)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: GEnie's Radio Group
Date: 29 Mar 1996 16:35:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4jh3gq$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

MailMan ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Hello all:
:
: If you are a member of Genie's excellent radio forum, you may want to
: reconsider their service.  The "helpful" operators of GEnie have changed
: all of the $8.95 acounts to $18.95 accounts that have 9 hrs of access
: rather than 5.
:
: When all of the other services are increasing the value for each dollar
: spent, GEnie courageously bucks the trend and slips one in on its members.
:
: The Wednesday night roundtables with other scanner folks were great, but
: Genie is just not worth a buck less than unlimited access on Netcom.
:
: Later,
:
: Mail Man

Of course they raised the premiums, there are less than half the users of
a year ago left. I dropped it due to the slowing activity in the radio
forums. Plus I don't like 'a la carte' pricing. Flat rate, that's the way
to go.

Andy



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (TristTom)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: GPS unit-where to buy?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 00:22:37 -0500
Message-ID: <4jfs2t$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (TristTom)

Where's the best (read cheapest) place to buy a GPS unit? thanks


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:30 1996
From: [e-mail](Robert Weber)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: GPS unit-where to buy?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 17:56:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4jh87h$[e-mail]>
References: <4jfs2t$[e-mail]>

In <4jfs2t$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (TristTom)
writes:
>
>Where's the best (read cheapest) place to buy a GPS unit? thanks

You don't say where you are but my EEB catalog has units as low as $200
(Magellan GPS 2000).  EEB phone is 800-368-3270




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mitchell Bogh)
Subject: RE: Help R7000 to Computer
Date: 28 Mar 96 06:07:47 -0800
References: <[e-mail]>
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner

Scancat gold is what Ive been using now for about 3 months.  Seems to
work fairly well.  Ive also been using Scanwear.  Scanwear has the
better spectrum display.  The interface Im using is an
optoelectronics os456.  Drop me email if you want more details.  I
read the newsgroups about once a week (email every day)

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mickey Hill)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: How would you set this up ???
Date: 29 Mar 1996 19:24:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4jhdd8$[e-mail]>

I have four vhf/uhf receivers, and four scanners (25 to 1300MHz). The
receivers require dual antenna inputs for differant freq. ranges (ie: 30
to 90, 60 to 300, 235 to 500, and 490 to 1000 MHz). I only have 3
antennas,(the neighbors wont stand for many more) one diamond & one cheap
radio shack model, and a scanner beam. I have several 1 to 4 splitters
and a couple of vhf/uhf amps. I would like to get the best signal
possible to all of the radios. Where would you insert the amps,
splitters, etc. Should I pickup more amps, antennas, or ??? I would
appreciate any advice, comments, or input you have to offer.

--
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Schuster)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ICOM IC-R1 Scanner
Date: 26 Mar 1996 15:23:44 -0500
Message-ID: <4j9jog$[e-mail]>
References: <4iukm1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
Rick Dumke  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Just purchased an Icom R1 scanner,and I have a problem.I knew that
>this wasnt the best scanner as far as performance was concerned-but it
>sure is small.I guess thats the tradeoff.This scanner suffers so bad
>from bleed through its almost unuseable for scanning.Tried programing in
>a few freqs. for police in the 460mhz range ie 460.35 460.45 460.075
>etc. When a trans occurs in one of these freqs the scan will stop even
>if its on the wrong one.bleed through.200klh or more
>     I took the radio back and was told it checked out fine.I've hade
>many scanners including AOR ar8000 (great scanner) and have never had
>this problem.
>   Is this scanner that poorly designed--or do I just have a lemon!!!

The scanner is performing as intended by design.



--
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------------------- | [e-mail] | [e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (BOB2006)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ICOM IC-R1 Scanner
Date: 27 Mar 1996 13:33:05 -0500
Message-ID: <4jc1l1$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (BOB2006)

I never experience bleedover on my R-1 so I wonder if something is really
wrong with yours. I do not think the radio is a Piece of junk as stated by
a self appointed price patrolman. It is not as good as it could be
performance wise and I would never reccomend it as a primary receiver, but
it also has it's merit. Mine does get overloaded when it is hooked to an
outside antenna but I never have the need to do that as it picks up
signals from 25+ miles with the supplied duck antenna. I purchased a 6db
attenuator from radio shack and when I am in a situation where RF is a
problem I put that on and it helps. All radios have good and bad points.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (David Horak)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ICOM IC-R1 Scanner
Date: 27 Mar 1996 15:38:35 -0600
Message-ID: <4jccgr$[e-mail]>
References: <4iukm1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]> Rick Dumke <[e-mail]> writes:

>Just purchased an Icom R1 scanner,and I have a problem.I knew that
>this wasnt the best scanner as far as performance was concerned-but it
>sure is small.I guess thats the tradeoff.This scanner suffers so bad
>from bleed through its almost unuseable for scanning.Tried programing in
>a few freqs. for police in the 460mhz range ie 460.35 460.45 460.075
>etc. When a trans occurs in one of these freqs the scan will stop even
>if its on the wrong one.bleed through.200klh or more
>     I took the radio back and was told it checked out fine.I've hade
>many scanners including AOR ar8000 (great scanner) and have never had
>this problem.
>   Is this scanner that poorly designed--or do I just have a lemon!!!


Well, you could say it's a lemon by design!  ;-)  That's why the scanner
price police frequently chide people for trying to sell them for $400-$500
here on the net.

Sorry to hear you have joined a large majority of unsatisfied R1 users. :-(

Regards,

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:37 1996
From: Clay Schneider <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ICOM IC-R1 Scanner
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 19:36:05 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iukm1$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jccgr$[e-mail]>

David Horak wrote:
>
> Well, you could say it's a lemon by design!  ;-)  That's why the scanner
> price police frequently chide people for trying to sell them for $400-$500
> here on the net.
>
> Sorry to hear you have joined a large majority of unsatisfied R1 users. :-(
>
> Regards,
>
> ============================================================================
==
> |
 |
> |            [e-mail]      -  ~      (A plain-O address)
 |
> |            N5OFQ                 o  O      (A plain-O call)
 |
> |            David Horak            ''       (Not a plain-O Dave)
 |
> |            Plano, Texas        /======\    (Not a plain-O town :-)
 |
> |
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> ============================================================================
==

I am totally satisfied with mine.  Have been since day one.  I also have a
yupi 7100, and some days I use one, some days I use the other.  I am still
quite confused by the spam regarding this radio.  They all have their points.

[e-mail]  [these are not the opinions of my employer --
                         no warranty implied -- your mileage may vary.]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:38 1996
From: David Johanson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,ba.forsale,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: ICOM R-7100 - Has been sold ...
Date: 26 Mar 1996 16:49:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9774$[e-mail]>
References: <4j4abk$[e-mail]>


 ICOM R-7100 - Has been sold ...



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:39 1996
From: Ken Hoehn <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Icom R71a for sale!
Date: 24 Mar 1996 06:01:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4j2of4$[e-mail]>

For sale:

Icom R71a Communications Receiver
3-30 mHz
Very Good Condition



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:41 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Image freqs just as strong as originals on newer models?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 21:24:46 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I own a BC3000XLT, one of the newer Bearcat handhelds... is it true that
the image frequencies found above 1GHz are in fact just as strong as the
800 band itself?  If so, why?  This seems like a flaw in the radio's
ability to actually pick up what it is supposed to at the correct
frequencies.

Any info appreciated.

Eric


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:42 1996
From: Bruce cohoon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Image freqs just as strong as originals on newer models?
Date: 28 Mar 1996 22:30:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4jf3u0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

it is probably because of legaity of scanning cell phone freqs. The
manufactures meant it that way

by adam cohoon



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:43 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Image freqs just as strong as originals on newer models?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jf3u0$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 03:21:58 GMT

Bruce cohoon ([e-mail]) wrote:
: it is probably because of legaity of scanning cell phone freqs. The
: manufactures meant it that way

Well, the ECPA didn't say anything about image frequencies, did it?  What
are they going to do next, mandate that every scanner not only not pick
up cell frequencies directly, but also mandate that cell frequencies be
suppressed by 120db or more at every possible image?  After all, you
aren't supposed to be able to listen to them at all.  Why don't they just
make it a rule to make it totally impossible to listen.  It won't make
the scanner that much more expensive to have those extra filters put in,
will it?



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:44 1996
From: [e-mail](David Palmer )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Indoor Ant. ideas?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 04:59:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4j7tk2$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In <[e-mail]>
[e-mail] (Greg Miller) writes:
>
>I was wondering if anybody could help me with an Antenna problem.  I
>live on the ground floor of an appartment building, and would like a
>better antenna than the rubber ducky that I am using.  Is there a way
>to rig up anything better?
>
I have not seen suggestions of some of my favorites lately...

1. The car magnet-mount. I used a cheapo Kragen mag-mount am/fm antenna
(I've had this for years, must have been for truckers..30" whip on a
magnet base, with a Motorola plug on the coax) Worked best stuck to a
ceiling heater vent, next best was the refridgerator (worked good
enough that the fridge NEVER got pulled over by the cops).

2. The RS window special. Radio Shack sells a "remote your ducky" mount
that mounts your rubber ducky to a suction cup (whoaaa-not too kinky
now..) and gives you 6 fee or so of coax with a BNC plug. At first, put
your duckie on the glass, then graduate up to the extendable whip
(what'd I say about kinky?) that 'Shack also sells. This setup works so
good for me at work that I never changed it.

3. The cheap dipole FM antenna that came with your stereo. (alternately
a set of TV rabbit ears) use a cable transformer to change the twinlead
to coax, then a coax jumper and adaptor. Not so hot on VHF/UHF, but a
good setup for cordless phones in an apartment.

4. (Scraping the bottom) Random lengths of wire, licking you finger and
touching the ground side of the BNC, inductive coupling to phone,
running an extension cable to the car (be VERY careful-don't want to
see the scanner dragging behind the Celica)



--
David Palmer                         [e-mail]

"Oh aint it good when things are going your way, hey! hey!"


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:45 1996
Newsgroups: alt.privacy,alt.2600,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,rec.video.satellite.tvro
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Subject: JACKSON COUNTY SHERIFF DEPARTMENT CORDLESS PHONE MONITORING
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 14:06:20 GMT



FYI: We will be discussing the Jackson County, Michigan Sheriff
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:46 1996
From: Eric <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: KENWOOD TH415E
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 18:57:43 -0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ijvsq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iu54f$[e-mail]> <4j2rrd$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

I'm looking for the instructions manual of the KENWOOD TH415E UHF FM
Transceiver.

Could anyone help me ?

Thanks,

Eric.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
Date: 25 Mar 96 00:25:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Co
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>





>> If you're concerned about legal matters, ASK A LAWYER, don't ask on
>> Usenet.

Why not simply answer his question - and advise that it is illegal to
monitor cellular and cordless transmissions in the entire United States?

We don't need an attorney to tell us that. It's clear, concise, federal
law.


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:48 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 20 Mar 1996 15:50:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4ip9gs$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkpe$[e-mail]> <4holh5$[e-mail]> <4iodf7$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (John Moran) wrote:
>Don't know where this info came from...Some local hams did overhear
>someone talking about a poisining and murder plot of his school teacher
>on either a cellular or cordless frequency. this info was passed on to
>the local police who arrested teh juveniles..they are now facing several
>serious charges including attempted murder for spiking their teacher's coffee
>with drugs or other dangerous chemicals.

>JOHN/PHX ([e-mail]) Computing and making Good Chemistry!...
>----
=============
This occured a few years ago, in Tempe or Mesa, on a cordless phone; at
the time, monitoring cordless phones was legal.

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Marc KORTLANDER)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 15:46:28 GMT
Message-ID: <4j15b1$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Peter Brennan) wrote:

>On Mar 21, 1996 13:21:31 in article <Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?>,
>'[e-mail] (Seymour Dupa)' wrote:
>
>>
>>"If you don't want me to listen,
>>keep your signals off of my property."
>
>Quite so. It's out there whizzing through the aether for anyone who can to
>catch. To make it illegal to catch any electromagnetic radiation is simply
>stupid. It cannot be policed and it cannot be stopped. No one with a cell
>phone or cordless phone or CB radio or any other devices that broadcasts a
>signal has any reasonable expectation of privacy. It's out in the open. The
>courts may say what they like, it's irrelevant.

No what you are saying is very irrelevant, your congress passed a bill
and your president signed it into law something that says it is now
the law of the land that you cannot interrcept and listen to certain
radio signals! Now even though you feel that if the signals are out
there you are free to get them, you are indeed breaking the law and if
they {the cops or gov't agents} catch you they will steal your
equipment and maybe even prosecute you!



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (Marc KORTLANDER)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 13:54:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3j48$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iuu5n$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (John Moran) wrote:

>It 's LEGAL to listen to ANYTHING you want.. A government can not tell
>you what you can't listen to..Against first amendment...I listen to
>anyhting and everything including including Cellulatr and cordless
>lots of FUN stuff to listen to Sometimes

you are very wrong! while the odds of being caught are almost nil, you
still run the risk of penalty for violating the law




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (Marc KORTLANDER)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 13:54:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3j5s$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ivf19$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (SSC253) wrote:

>If the signals are out there(in the open) and I have a receiver, purchased
>legally that can receive these signals, then I will make the choice to
>listen or not. It's up to the manufactures of the phones to scramble them
>if they don't want people to intercept the signals.  You can't legislate a
>law that's unenforceable.  How can anyone stop me? (not that I listen -
>personally I could care) .

No one can stop you, but if you are caught you WILL be prosecuted



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (SSC253)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 24 Mar 1996 11:25:41 -0500
Message-ID: <4j3t25$[e-mail]>
References: <4j3j5s$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (SSC253)

How can this law be enforced?  That's what makes it so rediculous.   If
the telephone industry want to make their comms private they should
scramble them.
Some of the smarter one's have finally, at last, started doing just that.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (C Wheeler)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 25 Mar 1996 09:37:19 -0800
Message-ID: <4j6lkf$[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <4ho98k$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4irl4r$[e-mail]>

Seymour Dupa ([e-mail]) wrote:
:   "If you don't want me to listen,
:    keep your signals off of my property."

Something tells me that the screen name is fitting...  :)

This view is shared by many but it doesn't carry much weight with me.

The laws prohibiting eavesdropping on cellular and cordless phone
conversations are legitimate.  Like it, or not.  The bills were passed by
congress, signed by the president, and so far have held up in court.
That's the way the system works under the constitution.  So it's all
constitutional.

Can the government stop you from listening?  Realistically, no.  But they
can make it more difficult.  Prohibiting the sale of certain types of
equipment, and putting everyone on notice that - if you are caught - you
can be prosecuted.

As far as "keep you signal of my property" claims would work, I can see
them being shot down.  You see, when the government took over the
management and control of radio communications and how the spectrum is
used, it can easily be viewed as a case of imminent domain.  The
government essentially condemned the "airwaves" everywhere within their
jurisdiction back in 1934.

The government could probabaly, easily, convince a court that they still
have regulatory control over the signals passing through, over, in, or
otherwise on your property because it is within the imminent domain.

But like I said - does it keep people from eavsdropping?  No.  But then
again if everyone obeyed all laws (even the laws most of us agree with)
we wouldn't have so many people in jail/prison.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Marc KORTLANDER)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 22:16:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4j74uk$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]> <4j15b1$[e-mail]> <4j2mva$[e-mail]>

Bill Funk <[e-mail]> wrote:

>[e-mail] (Marc KORTLANDER) wrote:

>>>Quite so. It's out there whizzing through the aether for anyone who can to
>>>catch. To make it illegal to catch any electromagnetic radiation is simply
>>>stupid. It cannot be policed and it cannot be stopped. No one with a cell
>>>phone or cordless phone or CB radio or any other devices that broadcasts a
>>>signal has any reasonable expectation of privacy. It's out in the open. The
>>>courts may say what they like, it's irrelevant.
>>
>>No what you are saying is very irrelevant, your congress passed a bill
>>and your president signed it into law something that says it is now
>>the law of the land that you cannot interrcept and listen to certain
>>radio signals! Now even though you feel that if the signals are out
>>there you are free to get them, you are indeed breaking the law and if
>>they {the cops or gov't agents} catch you they will steal your
>>equipment and maybe even prosecute you!
>>
>===========
>That's very nice, and I'm sure your legislators will like you for it.
>However, the idea that the fact that there's a law against something makes
>that something *wrong* is faulty (yes, that fact makes that somethine
>*illegal*, but that's different from *wrong*).
>Otherwise, the fact that it was illegal for Blacks to use the front seats
>on a bus would have been *right*, instead of just *the law*.
>Those who transmit in the clear (no encryption) have less reason to expect
>privacy than if they were talking on a crowded street corner. The fact
>that the law says such conversations are private does not make them so.

I think you took the wrong inflection, I did not intend to support any
law, I was just pointing out that no matter how long or hard he
protested that he had every wrong to intercept a radio signal, our
leaders have said "no, you no longer have that right". I think the law
sucks and the people that pushed it through are not finished trampling
on our rights.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (Stephen Byers)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 16:34:50 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]>

It is not illegal to listen to cordless phones, but it is illegal if you tape
it without their permission.
--
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  Stephen Byers       Internet: [e-mail]
  Lab Assistant, Dept. of Computer Science
  University of Tennessee, Knoxville
 -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark Eckenwiler)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 12:48:42 -0500
Message-ID: <4jbv1q$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4j8i08$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jbtjc$[e-mail]>

In <4jbtjc$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] sez:
>[e-mail] (Stephen Byers) wrote:
>>It is not illegal to listen to cordless phones, but it is illegal if you tap
e
>>it without their permission.
>
>I think the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, the same
>law that forbade listening to cellular phones, was amended
>later to include cordless phones.

Correct.  See the technical amendments in the Communications
Assistance to Law Enforcement Act (CALEA) -- better known as the
"digital telephony" act -- passed on 10/21/94.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:58 1996
From: Will Flor <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 17:23:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4jbtjc$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]>    <4j15b1$[e-mail]> <4j2mva$[e-mail]>        <4j74uk$[e-mail]> <4j8i08$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Stephen Byers) wrote:
>It is not illegal to listen to cordless phones, but it is illegal if you tape
>it without their permission.

I think the Electronic Communications Privacy Act, the same
law that forbade listening to cellular phones, was amended
later to include cordless phones.

-Will from Wisconsin
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:44:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tim Rogentine)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 10:47:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4j8i08$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]> <4j15b1$[e-mail]> <4j2mva$[e-mail]> <4j74uk$[e-mail]>


>>That's very nice, and I'm sure your legislators will like you for it.
>>However, the idea that the fact that there's a law against something makes
>>that something *wrong* is faulty (yes, that fact makes that somethine
>>*illegal*, but that's different from *wrong*).
>>Otherwise, the fact that it was illegal for Blacks to use the front seats
>>on a bus would have been *right*, instead of just *the law*.
>>Those who transmit in the clear (no encryption) have less reason to expect
>>privacy than if they were talking on a crowded street corner. The fact
>>that the law says such conversations are private does not make them so.
>
>I think you took the wrong inflection, I did not intend to support any
>law, I was just pointing out that no matter how long or hard he
>protested that he had every wrong to intercept a radio signal, our
>leaders have said "no, you no longer have that right". I think the law
>sucks and the people that pushed it through are not finished trampling
>on our rights.
>

I don't think law has anything to do with listening to cordless phone
conversations.  I for one don't give a damn what goes on in washington.
If they pass a law and I don't think it's right, I ignore it.  Sure, I
may get into trouble one of these days but hey, that's my problem.

As for listening to the cordless frequencies, I think it's a matter of
respect not to listen to them.  Sure, they are a radio frequency but it
was put there for a convienence.  If you talk on a CB or Ham Radio, you
know that others are listening and you know what you can and can not say
but those less informed individuals who buy a cordless don't know this.

I've got teenage kids at home that have gotten into some minor trouble in
the past.  Not no more though.  I catch them at everything they try to do
because I've been taping their phone calls for over a year.  I know every-
thing they attempt.  How do you know if your calls are being taped?
Would you be upset knowing this and that someone is listening to what you
said?  Think about it.  Forget the law and start thinking morals.

I tape my kids to protect them but I don't listen to the neighbors so that
I can look at them differently or find out something that is none of my
business.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:00 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
References: <[e-mail]> <4ivf19$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 17:31:45 GMT

[e-mail] (SSC253) wrote:

>If the signals are out there(in the open) and I have a receiver, purchased
>legally that can receive these signals, then I will make the choice to
>listen or not. It's up to the manufactures of the phones to scramble them
>if they don't want people to intercept the signals.  You can't legislate a
>law that's unenforceable.  How can anyone stop me? (not that I listen -
>personally I could care) .

Read 18 USC 2510 and 18 USC 2511. They cannot stop you, they can
only punish you, if they catch you.


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bud Jamison)
Date: 27 Mar 96 22:11:58
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


SB> It is not illegal to listen to cordless phones, but it is illegal if you
SB> tape it without their permission.

Better check your facts.  It _IS_ illegal, and has been since last year, to
listen to cordless phones (in the U.S.).

SB> Organization: Computer Science Dept, University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Better stick to something you (hopefully) know better.

... Mr. Custer? Can I be excused for the rest of the afternoon?


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Drew Durigan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 28 Mar 1996 19:42:12 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4jeq2k$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ivf19$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Can't we stop this ridiculous thread once and for all?

Is it legal to listen?  No!
Does anyone care?  No!
Is it enforceable?  No!
Do people listen anyway?  Yes!

Will people stop listening and remove all their cordless and/or cellular
channels from their scanner memories just because some do-gooder on rec.
radio.scanner scolds them for listening and tells them that it's illegal?
Come on people, get a clue!


-Drew in Sunny Central Florida-



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:04 1996
From: Eric <jed1@198.4.75.51>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 15:39:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4jh071$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]> <4j15b1$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Marc KORTLANDER) wrote:
>[e-mail] (Peter Brennan) wrote:
>
>>On Mar 21, 1996 13:21:31 in article <Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?>,
>>'[e-mail] (Seymour Dupa)' wrote:
>>
>>>
>>>"If you don't want me to listen,
>>>keep your signals off of my property."
>>
>>Quite so. It's out there whizzing through the aether for anyone who can to
>>catch. To make it illegal to catch any electromagnetic radiation is simply
>>stupid. It cannot be policed and it cannot be stopped. No one with a cell
>>phone or cordless phone or CB radio or any other devices that broadcasts a
>>signal has any reasonable expectation of privacy. It's out in the open. The
>>courts may say what they like, it's irrelevant.
>
>No what you are saying is very irrelevant, your congress passed a bill
>and your president signed it into law something that says it is now
>the law of the land that you cannot interrcept and listen to certain
>radio signals! Now even though you feel that if the signals are out
>there you are free to get them, you are indeed breaking the law and if
>they {the cops or gov't agents} catch you they will steal your
>equipment and maybe even prosecute you!
>
I simply cannot believe the amount of misinformation posted about this
topic.  Please give me the legal codification (citation) of the alleged
law you have so capably misquoted.  For the record...Congress attempted to
legislate the illegality of monitoring cell calls.  Just about all of you
reading this know that your scanners can be modified to receive cell
calls--either by clipping a resistor or placing the unit in diagnostic
mode or whatever.  That's because, in other countries where the circuit
boards are produced, users want this feature and there are no or few laws
governing privacy--eastern cultures make the assumption of
nonprivacy--unlike the west, but I won't get into that.  Anyway, to sell
these boards in other countries, they disabled the cell capability, albeit
with a wink and a nod.  Finally, bowing to the realization that they were
in fact feckless to prevent someone from "tuning in" Congress then passed
a law making it legal to monitor anything but making it illegal to use the
information for personal gain in any way whatsoever, inter alia.

Finally, to anyone who thinks their broadcasted conversations--whether
cell or portable--are not being monitored please leave me email.  I have
some desert property I'd love to sell you.  Oh, and again...if anyone
disagrees with this, please email me with a correct, legal citation for
the law that backs you up.  Without that, your argument is about as
powerful as a f*rt in a windstorm...



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:05 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: 27 Mar 1996 02:52:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4jaahg$[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]> <4j15b1$[e-mail]> <4j2mva$[e-mail]> <4j74uk$[e-mail]> <4j8i08$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Tim Rogentine) wrote:
>

>I don't think law has anything to do with listening to cordless phone
>conversations.  I for one don't give a damn what goes on in washington.
>If they pass a law and I don't think it's right, I ignore it.  Sure, I
>may get into trouble one of these days but hey, that's my problem.
>
===
This says a lot.
Unfortunately, it doesn't say anything nice about you.
===

>I've got teenage kids at home that have gotten into some minor trouble in
>the past.  Not no more though.  I catch them at everything they try to do
>because I've been taping their phone calls for over a year.  I know every-
>thing they attempt.
===

Really nice. I'm sure they respect you for this.


> How do you know if your calls are being taped?

I don't care. I don't say anything I'd be sorry for over my cordless
phone.


>Would you be upset knowing this and that someone is listening to what you
>said?  Think about it.  Forget the law and start thinking morals.

No, because I'm smart enough to know that, regardless of the law, there
*are* people out there who listen, and I take that into account.
Did you know some parents actually tape their kids' phone conversations?
These are the same people who would listen to my cordless phone.

>
>I tape my kids to protect them but I don't listen to the neighbors so that
>I can look at them differently or find out something that is none of my
>business.

You tape your kids to protect them? Gee, I wonder why you can't just trust
them. Maybe they don't trust *you*. I wonder why.
Maybe they are taping *your* phone calls.

--
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ukfan1a)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: legality of listening to cordless and cellular
Date: 24 Mar 1996 20:42:53 -0500
Message-ID: <4j4tmt$[e-mail]>
References: <4irsi9$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Ukfan1a)

As I recall, there was an article in Popular Communications about 2 months
ago about this.  The FCC recently passed some weird reg. that said that
listening to cordless handsets was illegal.  Notice the word HANDSETS.
Since the bases broadcast in the 46.610-.970 they would go right past this
reg.  Also, FCC law states that 46.000-47.500 is also alloted for
government channels that are LEGAL to listen to.  Also, baby monitors are
legal to listen to, and they broadcast on the same 49 mhz frequencies that
cordless handsets do.

Basically, if someone tries to take you to court, it WON''T hold up!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:07 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: legality of listening to cordless and cellular
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4icsps$[e-mail]> <4ip4m0$[e-mail]> <4irsi9$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 21:11:49 GMT

Dan Prysby ([e-mail]) wrote:

: If so, then how is one supposed to know if he is listening to a
: frequency that originated from a phone and is thus illegal vs a
: frequency that originated from a non-phone and is thus legal?

As a practical manner, listening is illegal only if you make use of the
information in a way which harms the person you listen in on.  So if you
hear phone conversations, but just keep them to yourself, who will know
or care.  You are only going to get in trouble if you go around letting
others know you are deliberately tuning in phone calls, or using the
information for any harmful purpose.  If you just listen and keep it to
yourself and get your private jollies, no one is going to get you in
trouble.  Yes, you might be doing something "illegal", but you aren't
going to get caught.  And if the mere thought of doing something
"illegal" bothers you just don't listen in.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:08 1996
From: Robert Tuckman <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Long Beach Grand Prix Freqs.
Date: 30 Mar 1996 01:18:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4ji24i$[e-mail]>

The Toyota Long Beach Grand Prix is coming April 12-14th.  Does anyone
have a current list of drivers and their pit crew frequencies with PL
tones???

CART/PPG are the sponsers...

Any help is appreciated...

Thanks


Rob



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:09 1996
From: I0517026@
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Looking for Illinois Freqs
Date: 25 Mar 1996 19:42:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4j6sui$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Anyone have some Illinois freq's?
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:10 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (John Gilbert)
Subject: Re: Looking for trunked system info...
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 13:33:05 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jcb08$[e-mail]>

In article <4jcb08$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
(Kyl Scott) wrote:

> Hi.  Does anyone have any pointers to a FAQ or other source of detailed
> info on trunked systems?  I would like to understand the different
> control channel formats, etc.  (no, I am not particularly trying to
> scan them [since I don't have two scanners], but I would like to
> understand them better than I do now).  References to papers, textbooks,
> FAQs, web pages, text articles, etc. would all be appreciated.
>
APCO-25 digital trunked and conventional systems and protocols are
described in documents published (and available for sale) by the
Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). The documents are in
IS102.XXXX or TSB102.XXXX series. Some overview information about APCO-25
is also available from the APCO web page at http://www.apcointl.org/

--
John Gilbert                    [e-mail]
                                Motorola Trunked Systems Architecture
                                Schaumburg, IL.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:11 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: McCord/Mt.Home/Kingsley freqs
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 09:36:36 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


Does anyone have a list of MilAir freqs used at McCord AB in Tacoma Wa,
Mt. Home in Idaho or Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls Or?

Thanks in advance

==============================================================================
Brian R. Varine <[e-mail]>
http://www.orst.edu/~varineb
Oregon Freqs/Military.jpgs/Russian ECM list/car ECM eval

He who owns the electromagnetic spectrum, owns the battlefield!
When in doubt, JAM IT!!!!

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:12 1996
From: Keith Stein <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: McCord/Mt.Home/Kingsley freqs
Date: 29 Mar 1996 00:41:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4jfbk4$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

McChord AFB, WA

372.2 SFA PTD
109.6 ATIS
270.1 ATIS
126.5 SEATTLE-TACOMA APP/DEP CON
391.9 SEATTLE-TACOMA APP/DEP CON
124.8 TWR
236.6 TWR
259.3 TWR
121.65 GND CON
275.8  GND CON
130.65 COMD POST
349.4 COMD POST
342.5 METRO

--
Keith Stein
Woodbridge, VA

Anstec Inc.
http://www.anstec.com

Community, Air & Space Report Editor:
http://www.newspace.com/casr

Satellite Times magazine Editoral Staff Member
http://www.grove.net/hmpgst.html




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:13 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Medical Glossary (Long)
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 05:04:35 GMT
Message-ID: <4j8t93$[e-mail]>
References: <4i1m65$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4imf1g$[e-mail]>

This may be more info than you want but...

Glascow Coma Scale

EYE OPENING

Spontaneous = 4
To sound = 3
To pain = 2
Never = 1

BEST VERBAL RESPONSE

Oriented to time, person, place = 5
Confused = 4
Inappropriate Responses = 3
Incomprehensible = 2
None = 1

BEST MOTOR RESPONSE

Obeys commands = 6
Localized movement to stimulus = 5
Flexor:Normal = 4
Flexion: Abnormal = 3
Extension = 2
None = 1

As everyone else said, the highier number the better.

Tom



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:14 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: MILITARY RADIOS
Date: 24 Mar 1996 08:32:23 -0800
Message-ID: <4j3ten$[e-mail]>

I have like new a big big military radio forsale. )xy
With it i allso have all the manuals. Each part of this radio has a
manual.Here are so of the part numbers on the manual.
POWER SUPPLY PP-804/U
RADIO TX T-278/U AND T-416/GR
RADIO SETS AN/FRC-27 AND AN/TRC-34
RADIO REC R-394/U
I allso have some sealed manuals
All i know is that it i VHf.
Please e-mail me if you have any clues or would like to buy it.
Thanks name is john


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:15 1996
From: "Roy D." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Mixer?
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 00:08:28 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jcibk$9o3$[e-mail]>

Dan Jerome wrote:
>
> Has anyone ever seen a small mixer to send the audio signals from
> several different radios to one speaker.  I have a 2 meter, a CB,
> a scanner, and a hands free cell phone in my vehicle, and I only
> want one external speaker.
> There's a nice three input mixer shown in the ARRL handbook.  It's
designed around a LM386 op-amp.  The circuit is basically a summing
amplifier.  I built one and it works quite well.  The output level won't
knock your socks off as is, but by adding another op-amp as an audio
amplifier will give you plenty of volume.  The whole thing takes only a
few hours to build and all the parts are avail. at Rat Shack.

        73....................Roy
--


Roy Derryberry, KD3LZ    Member: Aircraft Owners and Pilots' Association
([e-mail])                             American Radio Relay League
                                        Utility Workers Union of America

If I'd known I was gonna live this long, I'd taken better care of myself.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:16 1996
From: Mark Schoonover <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Mods for BC2500XLT for 550-760 Mhz?
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 10:47:34 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Thanks for reading!

I have a BC 2500XLT and was wondering if there are any
mods to enable the 550-760 Mhz range?

Mark


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:17 1996
From: bob carlson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Motorola Cordless Descrambling Info Needed
Date: 25 Mar 1996 01:42:44 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4tmk$[e-mail]>

Looking for info on how to descramble Motorola Secure Clear cordless
phone so that I can listen with regular scanner.  Phone is in 44-49
MHz but sounds like it is on "side-band" or something like that.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:18 1996
From: bob carlson <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Motorola Cordless Descrambling Info Needed
Date: 25 Mar 1996 01:43:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4tn8$[e-mail]>

Looking for info on how to descramble Motorola Secure Clear cordless
phone so that I can listen with regular scanner.  Phone is in 44-49
MHz but sounds like it is on "side-band" or something like that.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:20 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Motorola Cordless Descrambling Info Needed
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 15:09:49 central
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j4tn8$[e-mail]>

 bob carlson <[e-mail]> writes:



>Looking for info on how to descramble Motorola Secure Clear cordless
>phone so that I can listen with regular scanner.  Phone is in 44-49
>MHz but sounds like it is on "side-band" or something like that.

Ramsey make from what I hear a good one.

Someone will post the # or address just click the next message its probably
posted.  (I dont know it)


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Shaun Kelly)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: mpls./st.paul police freqs wanted.
Date: 25 Mar 1996 16:54:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4j6j3s$[e-mail]>
References: <4j4rvm$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Summary: Additional info/link
Keywords: minneapolis st. paul frequncies

In article <[e-mail]>,
Chuck Penson  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>dj wrote:
>>
>> please post mpls,st.paul police freqs.
>
>460.025  Mpls - South
>460.100  Mpls - North/Northeast
>460.175  Mpls - Southwest
>460.250  Mpls - Car to Car
>460.350  Mpls - Special Operations
>460.275  Mpls - Metro Emergency
>453.325  Mpls Park Police
>154.340  Mpls Fire Dispatch

Add 460.500 - vice and narcotics/narcotics will be scrambled but vice
generally isn't.

>
>460.050  St.Paul - Northwest/Southwest
>460.150  St.Paul - East and Downtown
>460.450  St.Paul - Car to Car
>460.225  St.Paul - Special Events
>460.375  St.Paul - Information
>460.300  St.Paul - Tactical
>460.575  St.Paul Fire
>460.625  St.Paul Fire

Also add 460.600 for St. Paul FD - 575 is dispatch, 625 is fire scene,
600 is medics.

PD's use 127.3 for PL. St. Paul fire is 162.2, I think.

Check out my list at http://www.winternet.com/~spk/freq.htm


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:23 1996
From: Dave Booth <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Naive question: antenna = lightning rod?
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 20:35:00 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: "Scott A. McIntyre" <[e-mail]>

Scott A. McIntyre wrote:
>
> I know this must be a really really naive question, but I just installed
> an outdoor antenna and am wondering whether or not it's going to be some
> sort of a huge lightning magnet.
>
> It's not the highest thing around, and doesn't even go above my roofline
> (no way up there) but given what its made of, I just have a real fear of
> using it on my AR8000 in my hand during a storm...and even if not directly
> connected, how likely that it would get hit at all?
>
> thanks,
>
> scott


well scott the best thing to do to ease your mind is to go to your local
ham shop and get a lightning arrestor. it will install on the coax and
then run i line to a grounding rod... that way you will not have to
worry...


as far as if there is a big storm in your area... chances are about the
same as a tv antenna getting hit.......
i think the lightning will take a tree 1st....

have fun..
http://www.lookup.com/Homepages/65348/home.html


--
Dave Booth


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:24 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Naive question: antenna = lightning rod?
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 20:22:34 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: "Scott A. McIntyre" <[e-mail]>

Scott A. McIntyre wrote:
>
> I know this must be a really really naive question, but I just installed
> an outdoor antenna and am wondering whether or not it's going to be some
> sort of a huge lightning magnet.
>
> It's not the highest thing around, and doesn't even go above my roofline
> (no way up there) but given what its made of, I just have a real fear of
> using it on my AR8000 in my hand during a storm...and even if not directly
> connected, how likely that it would get hit at all?
>
> thanks,
>
> scott

Scott:

If I could predict that, I'd be rich!  Without assuming any liability here,
based on how many houses have (or better yet, used to have) roof top T.V.
antennas, I'd say your chances are slim of being hit.

You should have your antenna properly grounded!  Use a heavy gage wire,
(10 GA. would be good), from the metal mast, directly to an outdoor copper gro
und
rod that is driven into the soil at least 6 - 8 feet.  Use the shortest rout,
and
stay away from outdoor gas meters!  Then I would invest in a good quality surg
e
protector, and install it on your coax cable.  Grove sells these.

In a severe storm, it would still be wise to disconnect the antenna cable from
 your
scanner, and put the end of the coax in a pop bottle, or similar glass insulat
ing
device, incase an electrical arc should occur accross the center wire to groun
d.
This way you won't catch your carpet on fire!  :)

Lightning is still unpredictable!  It hit a house in the neiborhood one time t
hat
had nothing on the roof, and blew a hole in it, and caught on fire!  They had
big
tall trees in the yard, and other houses were higher, with antennas, but didn'
t get
hit.  Go figure?

Bill Crocker


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:25 1996
From: Jerry Tannhauser <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need Freq's for Little Rock,Ark
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 10:03:47 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


Hello,

I will be in Little Rock,Ark later this spring.

Need freq's for the following services :

Police
Fire
Sheriff
Rescue
Hwy Maint
2m Ham
440 Ham

Please respond via email

Tnx & rgds,

Jerry T.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (Carl Hodder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Need info on NOVEX FC7100 for R7000
Date: 26 Mar 1996 21:30:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9nlv$[e-mail]>

A few years ago EEB made an HF option for the Icom R-7000 called
the NOVEX - FC7100B. It let the R7000 cover from 20 Khz to 25 MHz.
The unit had a off/on/ttl switch, HF connector, V/UHF connector,
TTL connector and another connector with a RCA female jack.
Can someone tell me about this option, how to use it and
it's specifications. I called EEB about it and the said they
still sell it but don't have any information on it. Even
if someone had an owners, it manual would be just what I wanted.

Anyone else have this EEB option for the R7000?


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Blake Bowers)
Date: 24 Mar 96 15:45:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Need Motorola softwar
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


 >: Looking for software to program various motorola hand-helds.
 >: Thanks in advance for any assistance you can give me.
 >:
 >Call Motorola and buy it..  <----  Stimpy you EEEEDiottt!

 Tw> Try...

Why couldn't he?  I am allowed to sell Motorola Software to just about
anyone, as long as they sign the software agreement.


---
 * Blue Wave/QWK v2.20 [NR] *
--
|Fidonet:  Blake Bowers 1:3821/7
|Internet: [e-mail]
|
| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve & Kelley Jones)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Need Motorola softwar
Date: 27 Mar 1996 11:51:58 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4jba4u$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Blake Bowers ([e-mail]) wrote:
:
:  >: Looking for software to program various motorola hand-helds.
:  >: Thanks in advance for any assistance you can give me.
:  >:
:  >Call Motorola and buy it..  <----  Stimpy you EEEEDiottt!
:
:  Tw> Try...
:
: Why couldn't he?  I am allowed to sell Motorola Software to just about
: anyone, as long as they sign the software agreement.

Motorola was happy to sell me software as long as my wallet was prepared
for the shock.

Steve


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:28 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Need Motorola softwar
Date: 28 Mar 1996 09:03:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4jdkkt$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Blake Bowers) wrote:
>
> >: Looking for software to program various motorola hand-helds.
> >: Thanks in advance for any assistance you can give me.
> >:
> >Call Motorola and buy it..  <----  Stimpy you EEEEDiottt!
>
> Tw> Try...
>
>Why couldn't he?  I am allowed to sell Motorola Software to just about
>anyone, as long as they sign the software agreement.
>

 If I remember, he wanted software to clone his ESN, so how
much does this software cost. (I'll sign any agreement)

TD.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (James M. Atkinson, Communications Engineer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.hacker,misc.survivalism,alt.2600
Subject: New Bugging and Surveillance Intelligence
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 03:34:15 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: alt.security.tscm
Keywords: Bugging Surveillance Intelligence security tscm

Update on Microwave Bugging Devices - 3/28/96

0.902 - 0.928 ghz - Popular Commercial FH/DS Devices
1.710 - 1.755 ghz - DEA Audio/Video Bugs (over 1400 bugs purchased in 1995)
1.710 - 1.755 ghz - DOJ Audio/Video Bugs (.25 to .50 watts)
1.710 - 1.850 ghz - Treasury Video Surveillance Systems
2.400 - 2.484 ghz - Popular Commercial FH/DS Devices
4.635 - 4.660 ghz - Treasury Video Surveillance Systems

Most recently purchased gvt microwave surveillance gear seems to be
running between 900mhz to 5ghz, with a few systems operating on the 7/8
ghz bands.

Also, keep in mind that the pros love to use ultra low power devices which
use the power lines as the transmission medium/antenna (9khz to 300 mhz).
Devices typically operate below 10mw, often below 1mw. The devices
typically use Wide FM and use voice inversion encryption... VERY easy to
demodulate.


Note: According to a recently obtained DOJ surveillance training manual:

│The typical range for the 28 ghz devices is six miles, the typical range
of the 2.4 ghz is thirty miles, and the typical range for the 1.7ghz  is
44 miles.▓

│... frequency modulated applications should operate below 3 ghz to take
advantage of the favorable frequency propagation characteristics of that
part of the spectrum.▓

│...Frequency Hopping and Direct Sequence Devices spead spectrum devices
should operate above 1.5 ghz, this will prevent the emissions from being
detected by electronic countermeasures.▓


-jma

ps: check out our web site, we just got "Carlos" online on our counter
terrorism page.  URL: http://www.tscm.com/carlos.html

 ===============================================================
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:31 1996
From: Bruce cohoon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: new frequencis [airline] [Southern Ontario,Canada]
Date: 28 Mar 1996 01:57:15 GMT
Message-ID: <4jcrlr$[e-mail]>




      I WANT BUSY AIRLINE FREQUENCIES FOR SOUTHERN ONTARIO [CANADA]

ADAM COHOON




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:32 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jax Fl. police freq's
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 01:32:32 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Got any?....I know that Jacksonville Florida has undergone a MAJOR
police frequency change-over. If you have any NEW freq's PLEASE pass
them along.
Thanks,
[e-mail]
P.S. I WILL NOT PAY FOR THEM, SO DON'T ASK!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:32 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jax Fl. police freq's
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 01:32:17 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Got any?....I know that Jacksonville Florida has undergone a MAJOR
police frequency change-over. If you have any NEW freq's PLEASE pass
them along.
Thanks,
[e-mail]
P.S. I WILL NOT PAY FOR THEM, SO DON'T ASK!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:33 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jax Fl. police freq's
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 01:33:06 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Got any?....I know that Jacksonville Florida has undergone a MAJOR
police frequency change-over. If you have any NEW freq's PLEASE pass
them along.
Thanks,
[e-mail]
P.S. I WILL NOT PAY FOR THEM, SO DON'T ASK!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:34 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jax Fl. police freq's
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 01:30:08 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Got any?....I know that Jacksonville Florida has undergone a MAJOR
police frequency change-over. If you have any NEW freq's PLEASE pass
them along.
Thanks,
[e-mail]
P.S. I WILL NOT PAY FOR THEM, SO DON'T ASK!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:35 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jax Fl. police freq's
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 01:28:46 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Got any?....I know that Jacksonville Florida has undergone a MAJOR
police frequency change-over. If you have any NEW freq's PLEASE pass
them along.
Thanks,
[e-mail]
P.S. I WILL NOT PAY FOR THEM, SO DON'T ASK!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:36 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW MODES FOR UNIVERSAL M-400 DECODER?
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 02:16:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4ivms3$[e-mail]>

Does anyone have any info on any mode for new MODES for the M-400?
If so, please pass it along.
Thanks



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:36 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: OLD Pro-2001
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: Bill Poore <[e-mail]>
Date: 25 Mar 96 11:31:40 -0600
Distribution: world

I've got this old PRO-2001 sitting on my table here and wondering if
there's any way to expand its capabilities.  It's a good scanner, but
it's old.  Are there any mods or other means of receiving 800 and 900 meg
signals with it?  Thanks for the help.

Bill


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:37 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: OLD Pro-2001
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
From: Bill Poore <[e-mail]>
Date: 26 Mar 96 10:42:01 -0600
References: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

How can I get a catalog??

bill


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (root)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: old scanner for sale
Date: 22 Mar 1996 17:47:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4iup3b$[e-mail]>

 I have a regency mr-10 for sale. Best offer. It is in real good shape the
only flaw is a scratch were a previous owner wanted to mark his station.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:39 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Opinions on "THE BEST
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 05:02:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

RS>From: [e-mail] (RSACO)
RS>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
RS>Subject: Re: Opinions on "THE BEST" Antenna for Handhelds??
RS>Date: 28 Mar 1996 14:56:35 -0500
RS>Message-ID: <4jeqtj$[e-mail]>
RS>Organization: America Online, Inc. (1-800-827-6364)

RS>The Radio Shack retractable center loaded one works well for me.
RS>You can tune it to a particular band and it's only $10.
RS>The bummer is that it's rigid, not like a rubber duck.
RS>Good luck
RS>[e-mail]

I have found this to be true also, especially if you want to
receive shortwave.

For UHF/VHF, something like the Comet miracle baby or Madol ripoff
of the Comet works surprisingly well, and you don't look like a
scanner geek since it is so small.

"Best" is a relative term since not breaking your scanner by
having a flexible antenna seems pretty good to me.

 * SLMR 2.1a * FOUNDING FATHERS: ORIGINAL ANGRY WHITE MEN


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Todd Penney)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Opinions on "THE BEST" Antenna for Handhelds??
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 10:22:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4jb54s$[e-mail]>

Looking for a replacement antenna for my handheld scanner,any
suggestions??
What about the one on the AOR-8000??
                                          MVT-7100??



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Nathan Ryan Gingras)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Opinions on "THE BEST" Antenna for Handhelds??
Date: 29 Mar 1996 09:02:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4jg8uq$[e-mail]>
References: <4jb54s$[e-mail]>

Todd Penney ([e-mail]) wrote:
: Looking for a replacement antenna for my handheld scanner,any
: suggestions??
: What about the one on the AOR-8000??
:                                           MVT-7100??
:

I personally recommend the Comet SH-95. It's somewhat of a larger one, but it
is
designed as a tri-band amateur antenna, and therefore has wide range rx
capability. The radio shack telescopic antenna works well, also.

Nate.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:42 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: "James F. Boehner, MD" <[e-mail]>
Subject: OS-535 Unlock code?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 22:08:59 -0800
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iubav$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Does anyone have the unlock code for the OPTOELECTRONICS OS-535?  I
believe it is in HEX Code.

Thanks!
Jim



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: OS-535 Unlock code?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 13:00:35 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iubav$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, "James F. Boehner, MD"
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> Does anyone have the unlock code for the OPTOELECTRONICS OS-535?  I
> believe it is in HEX Code.
>
> Thanks!
> Jim

I don't have it, but what follows is a post that I saved from a while back
from someone who does have it:

From: [e-mail] (Eevans)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: OS535 Cellular Unlock Program
Date: 2 Jan 1996 02:02:50 -0500


After much work, I have found out what the unlock code is for the
OS535/Pro2035 combination.  I have written a shareware program whose sole
purpose is to unlock the OS535.  This would allow the user to then use his
scanning program of choice after running this program.  I would appreciate
it if a person or persons would allow me to post it on one of the
modification internet sites.

Thanks,
Eric

Happy scanning

--
Michael Alexander
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:44 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike Kenny)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: OS-535 Unlock code?
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 96 03:12:44 GMT
Message-ID: <4jaf7t$[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iubav$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (Michael Alexander) wrote:
>In article <[e-mail]>, "James F. Boehner, MD"
><[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>> Does anyone have the unlock code for the OPTOELECTRONICS OS-535?  I
>> believe it is in HEX Code.
>>
>> Thanks!
>> Jim
>
>I don't have it, but what follows is a post that I saved from a while back
>from someone who does have it:
>

Check out the latest issue of Monitoring Times (April 96) under Ask Bob.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: OS-535 Unlock code?
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 22:27:37
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iajp6$[e-mail]> <4ih2uq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iubav$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]> michael@alexander
.terranet.com (Michael Alexander) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
>Subject: Re: OS-535 Unlock code?
>Date: 26 Mar 1996 13:00:35 GMT

>In article <[e-mail]>, "James F. Boehner, MD"
><[e-mail]> wrote:

>> Does anyone have the unlock code for the OPTOELECTRONICS OS-535?  I
>> believe it is in HEX Code.
>>
>> Thanks!
>> Jim

>I don't have it, but what follows is a post that I saved from a while back
>from someone who does have it:

>From: [e-mail] (Eevans)
>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
>Subject: OS535 Cellular Unlock Program
>Date: 2 Jan 1996 02:02:50 -0500


>After much work, I have found out what the unlock code is for the
>OS535/Pro2035 combination.  I have written a shareware program whose sole
>purpose is to unlock the OS535.  This would allow the user to then use his
>scanning program of choice after running this program.  I would appreciate
>it if a person or persons would allow me to post it on one of the
>modification internet sites.

>Thanks,
>Eric

>Happy scanning

>--
>Michael Alexander
>[e-mail]


The Unlock code is quoted in this month's Monitoring TImes magazine.  It is 20

digits long.

Steve


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:46 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ll pix)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Photojournalist needs best scanner for trunked police transmissions
Date: 25 Mar 1996 19:00:31 -0500
Message-ID: <4j7c2v$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Ll pix)

Mark,
 I would point out to your PD or director of public safety the fine
relationship with Giving media radios (sans xmit, of course) to dispatch
and response freqs.
talk to Kansas City, King Co Washinton, Cleveland ohio etc.
If that does not work, call the alarm room every 10 minutes Anything
happening?
that assumes that you are an accredited journalist with a recocognized
medium.
( daily/weekly paper) or television station.
sorry, Joe's newspaper does not cut it.
Alex.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:47 1996
From: Ant≤nio Vilela <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Portugal
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 22:49:13 -0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Olß a todos,

   Serß que hß alguΘm em Portugal que se dedique a estas actividades?


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (N7CHS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Date: 24 Mar 1996 07:36:18 -0500
Message-ID: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]>

Anyone have a modification of this scanner to receive cellular?

Chuck


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brett Saylor)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Date: 24 Mar 1996 14:30:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3mao$[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4j3fk2$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Anyone have a modification of this scanner to receive cellular?
>
>Chuck

Monitoring Times, Feb 1996, pp 24-29 describes a modification called the
"Virtual Downconverter" that claims to make the 2035/2042 cellular-capable, It

involves minor surgery to the pc board and tuning using the second harmonic of

one of the radio's local oscillators. It is *not* simply tuning the 1105-1115
MHz range and picking up cellular iamges. It is also *not* a simple diode
clip-type restoration ala the Pro-2006. The article is fairly detailed and the

modifications seem relatively straightforward. I have not tried them, though,
and cannot vouch for them.

Brett
N3EVB



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:50 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <4j3mao$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 08:11:55 GMT

Brett Saylor ([e-mail]) wrote:

: Monitoring Times, Feb 1996, pp 24-29 describes a modification called the
: "Virtual Downconverter" that claims to make the 2035/2042 cellular-capable,
It
: involves minor surgery to the pc board and tuning using the second harmonic
of
: one of the radio's local oscillators. It is *not* simply tuning the 1105-111
5
: MHz range and picking up cellular iamges. It is also *not* a simple diode
: clip-type restoration ala the Pro-2006. The article is fairly detailed and t
he
: modifications seem relatively straightforward. I have not tried them, though
,
: and cannot vouch for them.

Also, it doesn't give you 30Khz spacing.  You have to be awfully
fascinated by those phone calls to manually enter all 800 or so frequencies.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:51 1996
From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 96 11:04:07 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> [e-mail] "N7CHS" writes:

Hi Chuck,


> Anyone have a modification of this scanner to receive cellular?

There would appear to be several ways to "receive" cellular on the
PRO-2035 with success.

EIther look at the GRE "Converter" from Comapnies such as Grove which will
give you cellular "images" around the 400MHz area. Alternatively as
others have suggested a recent MT issue gave details of a modification
that does require some "DIY surgery" and will again give cellular
reception out of band.

The only way however to restore "full coverage" so you can just key
frequencies in "as normal" is replace the main CPU with the GRE-9410
CPU that is fitted to the PRO-2035 (20-9460). It is possible to buy just
the chip (not socketed) or the complete logic board to which it is fitted.
The latter will probably be the most expensive option of all the above but
the easiest.

--
Cheers,
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:52 1996
From: I0517026@
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035/2042 & Cellular
Date: 25 Mar 1996 19:39:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4j6sqb$[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <4j3mao$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j6e1n$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Yes it is.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:52 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Pro 2035/2042 & Cellular
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <4j3mao$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j6e1n$[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 16:56:08 GMT

I0517026@ wrote:
: If you want cellular purchase a box from Grove.
: It "opens" the whole 800mhz band without having to modify anything.
: I bought one (with my 2042) and it works fine.

I presume this is a band translator which translates 800-900 down to
400-500.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035/2042 & Cellular
Date: 26 Mar 1996 12:58:34 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <4j3mao$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j6e1n$[e-mail]>

In article <4j6e1n$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:

> If you want cellular purchase a box from Grove.
> It "opens" the whole 800mhz band without having to modify anything.
> I bought one (with my 2042) and it works fine.
>
> [e-mail]

That's certainly one way to go about it (probably the least expensive,
since the GRE converter goes for about $80). The other alternative is to
install the Opto OS535 interface. You can "unlock" the cell bands with
software, or if you buy it from overseas or Canada, there's no need to
unlock anything. Obviously, this is only worthwhile if you what you really
want is computer control.

--
Michael Alexander
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (raj)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 26 or 46? Any recommendations appreciated.
Date: 23 Mar 1996 03:22:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4ivqqj$[e-mail]>

The local RShack has the pro26 and pro46(closeout)for $150.  Is either one
better than the other, or better/easier to mod? I believe both are late
models, but I want to step up from the 10 channel I have (mostly used for
RXR) and am not sure which I should get.  Any info/help is greatly
appreciated.

rs



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Igor Ying-Kit Yu)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro 43 charging amperage??
Date: 26 Mar 1996 19:51:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9hsk$[e-mail]>

Does anyone know what the output of the charging circuit is for the
Pro 43 in mA? I'd like to be able to calculate rough charging times
for batteries. Thanks.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 43 charging amperage??
Date: 27 Mar 1996 00:31:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4ja29t$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

> ... rough charging times for batteries.

    For fully discharged batteries charged in the PRO-43, use 12-14 hrs
for standard 600 mah Ni-Cads and 20-24 hrs for hi-cap 850 mah.

> ... what the output of the charging circuit is for the Pro 43 in mA?

    The circuit in the PRO-43 consists of a 22 ohm resistor, a diode, and
two chokes, i.e. there is no regulation. The unloaded transformer delivers
10.8vdc at the jack and 9.4v measured at the battery contacts (no battery
installed). A discharged battery pack (600 mah) yielded 5.25v unloaded.
    During charging from the supplied xformer, the following currents and
voltages were measured at the battery terminals -

600 mah  .1 hr   54ma   6.5v       850 mah  .1 hr   43ma   7.4v
         .5 hr   50ma   6.9v                 1 hr   39ma   7.7v
          1 hr   44ma   7.0v                10 hr   34ma   7.7v
          2 hr   43ma   7.6v                16 hr   34ma   8.1v
                                         20 hr   30ma   8.1v
         10 hr   30ma   7.8v                24 hr   32ma   8.3v
         12 hr   31ma   8.0v
         14 hr   29ma   8.0v
                                                     /* barry /&


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike A. Penner)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-2025 Question
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 00:02:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4jevcf$[e-mail]>

I have a PRO-2025 that I picked up used without a manual.  The RS
catalog indicates that this scanner has some sort of search mode.
Could somebody please tell me how this mode operates.  Thanks
                 Opinions Expresses Are Entirely My Own.
             In Fact It Is Rare That Anybody Agrees With Me.

Mike Penner             |   "Firearms Stand Next In Importance To The
Lucent Technologies     |    Constitution Itself.  They Are The American
[e-mail]       |    People's Liberty Teeth."  George Washington



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brett Saylor)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2035 HELP
Date: 24 Mar 1996 14:35:53 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3mk9$[e-mail]>
References: <4j2qpp$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4j2qpp$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>I posted about this before but got know replie but I have a
>PRO-2035 and the AUTO-store feature keeps storing the same
>frequency over and over instead of skipping it if it find it again.
>
>Am I doing something wrong or is this a problem? Is there away
>around it or some sort of fix for it besides buying a OS-535
>computer interface?
>
>Anyone know any secrets about this scanner?
>
>What is the difference between this 2035 and the 2042?


The "feature" you want from the 2035 is the biggest difference between the 203
5
and the 2042. The 2042 has been modified in firmware to not store the same
frequency over and over again in auto searches. The only way around it on the
2035 is to put the OS535 interface on it (unless someone has figured a way to
replace the 2035 firmware with that of the 2042!).

For a good overview of the 2042 and it's differences from the 2035, see Bob
Parnass' article in the Feb. 1996 Monitoring Times. Also described in a
seperate article is a way to modify the 2035/2042 to rx cellular.

Brett
N3EVB



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:45:59 1996
From: [e-mail](bumologist)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2035 HELP
Date: 24 Mar 1996 13:59:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3kfm$[e-mail]>
References: <4j2qpp$[e-mail]>

That's one of the main diff's,they fixed the autostore!
--

Bumologist....


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Charles George)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-2035 HELP
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 19:23:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

SB>I posted about this before but got know replie but I have a
SB>PRO-2035 and the AUTO-store feature keeps storing the same
SB>frequency over and over instead of skipping it if it find it again.

I bought a 2035 and mine does the same thing in the Auto-store, so I
think this is a bug, probably fixed/changed for the 2042.

SB>What is the difference between this 2035 and the 2042?

The 2035 is Double Conversion while the 2042 is Triple Conversion.
I bought my 2035 for a discount Friday.  I use it to listen to
Airplanes, Trains, DART the local transportation system, and the Weather
which is preprogrammed. I also have the Dallas Police and Fire
programmed.  I have 400 frequencies programmed and still have the rest
to find interesting frequencies to program.
---
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Hay145)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-26 Mod WORKS!!
Date: 27 Mar 1996 12:04:32 -0500
Message-ID: <4jbsf0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Hay145)

If you buy a European PRO-26, it will NOT step in 30 Khz increments.
Remember that the USA cellular channel spacing is 30 Khz. You will have to
set it for a 5 Khz step and hit the serch button more than you would like.
Yuck :(

Jim Wayda
Captain, Scanner Price Police.
(Bookum Danno! The charge is scanner price gouging)


I'd say you were a bit off the mark Capt Jim.

I have the UBC-3000XLT that I just search in 5KHz steps just fine, in fact
superbly IMO.

From what I know on the PRO-26 if you try to listen to the Images (with or
without) the "jumper" mod mentioned you still have to search in 5khz
steps. The PRO-26 like my 3000 does not have 30KHz steps so regardless of
USA or European models in this respect does not matter. It would seem
logical to have something that just has the full coverage to start with.
It did to me anyway when I was looking at the PRO-26/BC3000 & UBC3000

YMMV.
Harry




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:03 1996
From: craig todd gafah <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-26 Mod WORKS!!
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 10:01:27 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jbsf0$[e-mail]>


On 27 Mar 1996, Hay145 wrote:

> If you buy a European PRO-26, it will NOT step in 30 Khz increments.
> Remember that the USA cellular channel spacing is 30 Khz. You will have to
> set it for a 5 Khz step and hit the serch button more than you would like.
> Yuck :(
>
> Jim Wayda
> Captain, Scanner Price Police.
> (Bookum Danno! The charge is scanner price gouging)
>
>
> I'd say you were a bit off the mark Capt Jim.
>
> I have the UBC-3000XLT that I just search in 5KHz steps just fine, in fact
> superbly IMO.
>
> From what I know on the PRO-26 if you try to listen to the Images (with or
> without) the "jumper" mod mentioned you still have to search in 5khz
> steps. The PRO-26 like my 3000 does not have 30KHz steps so regardless of
> USA or European models in this respect does not matter. It would seem
> logical to have something that just has the full coverage to start with.
> It did to me anyway when I was looking at the PRO-26/BC3000 & UBC3000
>
> YMMV.
> Harry
>
>
>
>
Bottom Line, if you buy an American Pro 26 and modify it, or choose to
purchase an unblocked Pro 26 from another country, you will still have to
search in either 5, 12.5, or 30 khz steps, ignoring some of the default
step ranges for TV, FM, etc.


                                                Craig


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Subject: Re: pro-26 mods
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 16:29:00 GMT

> <[e-mail]> writes:

> N >  PS: I agree, it IS well worth the trade off of cellular while
> N >  gaining imaging at 1100 Mhz, since I seriously doubt there will
> N >  be much of anything to monitor on those freqs.

> Sorry I didn't catch your whole exchange, but one thing caught my
> interest.  Cell Images at 1100 Mhz? on the Pro-26.  Just got one and
> have been looking? but only found an image of the local FM station.
> Any hints?      Thanks in advance...Dan
--
 Image interference around 1100 MHz can be the result when using a
 jumper to power the 800 MHz for the purpose of receiving cell images
 in the 360-385MHz range.  A signal at 410 MHz for instance will also
 be received on (approx.) 1170 MHz, with the jumper making it a bit
 stronger.  While there are ways around it, they would require more
 parts and work, so fewer people would be interested to do the mod.

 Another cellular image range is 110-135 MHz which covers the air
 frequency band, so for those who like to listen to air planes,
 this is very annoying.  I'm experimenting with different circuits
 right now to attenuate 800 MHz interference when programming the
 air band.  No easy task - there are over 100 tiny surface-mount
 RF frontend components crammed into an approx 1x1 inch space!

 Some people have mentioned cellular "images" around +/-1020 MHz,
 but these are only intermod fractions and don't cover the entire
 25 MHz cellular spread.

 * Ron Roth
---
 ■ RoseReader 2.10ß P003228 Entered at [GHBBS]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: PRO-43 FAQ + Info ??
Date: 27 Mar 1996 19:24:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4jc4m8$[e-mail]>

Have a PRO-43 with the following config:

Date Code :  3 A 4

Serial    : A 0 0 3 8 6 1

Can it be modified?? Wuz told YES + NO??? Plse
any info wud be nice..... dave

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:07 1996
From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-43 FAQ + Info ??
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 96 03:44:31 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jc4m8$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4jc4m8$[e-mail]>
           [e-mail] "DAVE M . SCHERTZER" writes:

Sorry Dave it would appear not.

> Have a PRO-43 with the following config:
>
> Date Code :  3 A 4
>
> Serial    : A 0 0 3 8 6 1
>
> Can it be modified?? Wuz told YES + NO??? Plse

The above details would suggest and unfortunate No.

The definative way to tell if you have a (U.S.) purchased PRO-43 is
modifiable or not is look at the FCC code on the back. This gives it away.

    FCC Code of AA020-300  = Modifiable
    FCC Code of AA020-300A = Non Modifiable.

Date codes are are not really a good way to determine "modificationability"
as there maybe PRO-43's in circulation that originated outside the
USA (without FCC ID's) with Date Codes into 1995 but versions with the
FCC codes as above run true to form.

A PRO-43 FAQ is regularaly posted to this group, the last time on the
8th Match I beleive (Message-ID: <[e-mail]>)

--
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jeff)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Pro-43 trouble
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 96 20:25:36 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4bcd$[e-mail]>

Anyone ever have trouble with certain keys not working on the Pro-43 keypad?
On mine the 3-6-9 keys do not work and some of the others work only part time.
any suggestions on fixing this? I tried cleaning the keypad but it did not
help.

Thanks,
Jeff Eli
KN4FQ
[e-mail]

Jeff
Madisonville Kentucky
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Ferguson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-43 trouble
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 12:09:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4jbb6u$[e-mail]>
References: <4j4bcd$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Jeff) wrote:

|:>Anyone ever have trouble with certain keys not working on the Pro-43 keypad
?
|:>On mine the 3-6-9 keys do not work and some of the others work only part ti
me.
|:>any suggestions on fixing this? I tried cleaning the keypad but it did not
|:>help.

|:>Thanks,
|:>Jeff Eli
|:>KN4FQ
|:>[e-mail]

|:>Jeff
|:>Madisonville Kentucky
|:>[e-mail]

Dear Jeff:
I had the same problem with my Pro-39.  I ended up ordering a keypad
from RS for $5.  Works good as new.  Took about a week to get it.

Regards,
-----------------------------------------------------
Dave Ferguson      "The problem with common sense
[e-mail]     is that it's not too common!"
Durham, NC
-----------------------------------------------------



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-43 trouble
Date: 27 Mar 1996 08:29:55 -0500
Message-ID: <4jbfsj$[e-mail]>
References: <4jbb6u$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

The fact that it's keys 3, 6, and 9 should probably clue you in that it's
not merely a dirty keypad problem.  It's more like a broken wire, etc in
the keypad 'decode' circuitry.      good luck


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:11 1996
From: marc antony [e-mail] (Marc Antony Raso)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-51 Mod Question
Date: 24 Mar 1996 13:47:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3joo$[e-mail]>
References: <4iecqp$[e-mail]> <4if7vl$[e-mail]>

In article <4if7vl$[e-mail]>, Pj Manganiello
<[e-mail]> wrote:
> What's the Date and is there an "A" at the end of the catalog #, get back
> to me and I can let you know, gotta run....
>
>
>
>
>                                Mango ;}
>

Thanks for your help.

The sticker on the back says:  Model No.: 20-308A.  There's also a sticker on
the back that says "1 A 6".  There's an orange sticker on the box.  The catalo
g
number is 20-308A.

Thanks again.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:12 1996
From: marc antony [e-mail] (Marc Antony Raso)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-51 Mod Question
Date: 24 Mar 1996 14:11:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3l67$[e-mail]>
References: <4iecqp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, Marty
<[e-mail]> wrote:
>
> > Hypothetically speaking, let's say you have a new PRO-51 where the test mo
de
> > (2,9,L-Out) cell mod didn't work.  Is there still a way to modify the
> scanner so
> > that it can pick up cell frequencies, or did Uniden completely do away wit
h
> this
> > capability?
> >
> > Thanks in advance for your responses.
> \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\
> I have a PRO-51 with a date code of 7A4.  This seems to be the LAST
> date coded model that can take the keyboard mod as I have tried it on
> later models with NO success.
>
> Try this:  (1) First try hold LOCK-OUT, 2 and 9 keys down while turning on
> power.  Test frequencies should be loaded into the first 25 channels (maybe)
 .
> If channel 23 contains a magic frequency (888.96MHz) then you can direct
> search .
> ****************************************************************************
**
> (2) IF that does NOT work (THIS WILL !!!!!)  hold down BAND, 2 and 9 down
> while
> turning ON power.  Now, in the digit test mode, all digits of the LCD will
> move slowly
> from the left to the right of the display.
>
> (3) When the movement advances nearly to the right end of the display,  pres
s
> and hold
> the LOCK-OUT, 2 and 9 keys until the digit test mode stops...
> The display will blink, **NOW** the radio will begin scanning the
> factory-preset frequencies.
> Manually step to channel 23, which will display 888.960 MHz, roughly the
> middle ofthe
> cellular band. Start a normal, direct search routine from this frequency to
> cover thecellular
> freq's.
>
> (NOTE) This will wipe out all stored frequencies. You will want to keep CH #

> 23 open ,so
> you can do your searches up or down from 888.960. Once you search higher tha
n
> 896.000,
> or lower than 869.000 ,   you will need to manually step to CH # 23 again.
> (once yousearch
> past those ranges you need to go back to the middle by going to ch. 23)
>
> After you get the mod complete it is safe to program the scanner back to
> wherever you had
> it, just keep ch. 23 open for cell.
>
>  Hope this was not too confusing.  HAPPY SCANNING!!  |-)))))))))))
> {for more info, see Monitoring Times Dec. 1994 Pg.112}
>
>
> (NOTE) This will wipe out all stored  frequencies
>
>
>

I really appreciate all of your help.  My PRO-51 says "1 A 6" on the back.  I
have a sneaky suspicion that if my alter ego tried the mods you suggested, the
y
would not work on my PRO-51.  Any other suggestions?  You are a gentleman and
a
scholar.  Thanks again.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:14 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro51?  Good scanner?
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 11:20:57 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: dwc <[e-mail]>

> I'm very new to scanning.  Does anyone know if the Pro51 model from Radio Sh
ack
> is a good buy at $199.99?  It usually lists (in my area, at least) for $319.
99.
> Why such a large markdown?  From the information I gathered, this particular
> model looks good for a first time buyer.  And the price is pretty decent?  I
sn't
> it?
> - Dave

Dave:

The Radio Shack PRO-51 is a very good scanner, especially at the reduced price
!
RS does that from time to time on most high priced items, and sometimes closeo
uts.

I'd say go for it!  Remember, if you aren't satisfied with it, you have 30-day
s to
return it for a full refund.

Bill


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:14 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (dwc)
Subject: Pro51?  Good scanner?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 02:32:22 GMT


I'm very new to scanning.  Does anyone know if the Pro51 model from Radio Shac
k
is a good buy at $199.99?  It usually lists (in my area, at least) for $319.99
.
Why such a large markdown?  From the information I gathered, this particular
model looks good for a first time buyer.  And the price is pretty decent?  Isn
't
it?

Any info. is appreciated...

- Dave


<<- [e-mail] ->>



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:15 1996
From: Andrew ~~~ <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro51?  Good scanner?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 01:35:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4j7hlk$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

I have had my radio shack scanner for about a year now.. No problems
whatso ever... It even has a few nice mods unlike some of the other
scsnners... If I were me Id get it!..



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:16 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Problem with BC2500xlt
Date: 24 Mar 1996 05:31:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4j2moe$[e-mail]>

  I'm having a problem with a Bearcat 2500 handheld scanner.  It won't
hold the charge in the battery.  It appears to have a constant current
draw wether it is on or off.  Has anyone had a similiar problem or could
offer and advice.  Thank you



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:18 1996
From: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Problem with BC2500xlt
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 96 11:18:56 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j2moe$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <4j2moe$[e-mail]> [e-mail]  writes:

>   I'm having a problem with a Bearcat 2500 handheld scanner.  It won't
> hold the charge in the battery.  It appears to have a constant current
> draw wether it is on or off.  Has anyone had a similiar problem or could
> offer and advice.  Thank you


This was a problem on the early productions of the BC-2500XLT. Uniden
were at one time offering a modification that would reduce the drain to some
degree and also supply an additonal battery pack free of charge.

I beleive later production versions had a lower drain. The earlier models were
also restorable to full cellular coverage in 30KHz steps, this was not the
case on later versions.

Your best bet is to speak with Uniden direct and see what they can help
you with. There "Customer Assistance Hotline" would appear to be
1-800-297-1023

Hope this helps.

--
Cheers,
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| Javiation,                  |      from all the leading manufacturers     |
| Bradford, UK                |Full coverage, "unblocked" scanners Including|
| Tel: [phone]     |   PRO-26/43, UBC-3000XLT, AR5000/7030/8000  |
| Fax: [phone]     |     http://www.demon.co.uk/javiation/       |
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:19 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: 23 Mar 1996 16:35:01 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <4iml78$[e-mail]> <314f6db9.7219370@news>

In article <314f6db9.7219370@news>, [e-mail] says...
> >>
> >>Its comical to see people trying to defend criminal behavior.  Rather
> >>than inventing wild schemes to rationalize speeding, why don't you
> >>just obey the law like a mature adult, and you won't have any problems
> >>with the police.
> >

Hey, these people WANT to speed. They're willing to risk their lives and
ours in order to do it. They're willing to risk speeding tickets and even
jail time if they happen to kill someone. They're willing to invest their
hard earned bucks in equipment that will inable them to violate the law.
They're willing to dust off the old "big brother" argument to justify
their actions.

Did you really think that a logical argument like yours would sway them?
What THEY want is all that matters.

Here in the DC area, the Maryland, Virginia and DC authorities are
installing a little surprise for them on the Capital Beltway. Narrow
aperature radar cameras will soon be up and running. By the time their
little radar detectors buzz, a printer in a data processing center 20
miles away will be printing and mailing their ticket.

It's beautiful in a cosmic sort of way, isn't it?

Bob


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (Russ Zaccari)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 06:08:16 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

On Fri, 15 Mar 1996 01:09:54 GMT, [e-mail] (Jason
Spangler) wrote:  <<a.k.a. Phil Tull>>
>It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the faster you
>driver, the less time you have to react to unexpected conditions.
>Also, the more likely a vehicle failure will cause you to lose
>control.  From my observations, 99.99 percent of "accidents" are
>caused by speeders and tailgaters.  I put quotes around the term
>"accidents" because they aren't really accidents.  The reckless driver
>of the vehicle caused the crash by driving carelessly.

Well, this seems like a topic that is too good to let go.  As an EMT I
get to see my fair share of accidents (and I hear of many more).
99.99% of accidents are *NOT* (can we say NOT??) caused by speeders!
In fact I'd even venture to say that whomever said that speeding is
not in the top ten is correct.  Almost every accident that I've seen
was caused by A) alcohol or B) driving too fast for conditions.  Now,
please don't read item B) as speeding because I don't know a single
person (you either Phil) that can tell me what "too fast for
conditions) means!  That patch of ice or that water spot on an
otherwise dry and clean street could easily cause an accident.

As to the statement that they aren't accidents, I don't think anyone
normally intends to run into another's car (unless the fool in front
of them slammed on their brakes; which also is illegal).


--
Russ Zaccari, EMT-A
[e-mail]
http://www.access.digex.net/~zaccari


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:22 1996
From: [e-mail] (Kevin Jarrett)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 96 02:11:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4vg0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] wrote:
>On Fri, 15 Mar 1996 01:09:54 GMT, [e-mail] (Jason
>Spangler) wrote:  <<a.k.a. Phil Tull>>
>>It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the faster you
>>driver, the less time you have to react to unexpected conditions.
>>Also, the more likely a vehicle failure will cause you to lose
>>control.  From my observations, 99.99 percent of "accidents" are
>>caused by speeders and tailgaters.  I put quotes around the term
>>"accidents" because they aren't really accidents.  The reckless driver
>>of the vehicle caused the crash by driving carelessly.
>
>Well, this seems like a topic that is too good to let go.  As an EMT I
>get to see my fair share of accidents (and I hear of many more).
>99.99% of accidents are *NOT* (can we say NOT??) caused by speeders!
>In fact I'd even venture to say that whomever said that speeding is
>not in the top ten is correct.  Almost every accident that I've seen
>was caused by A) alcohol or B) driving too fast for conditions.  Now,
>please don't read item B) as speeding because I don't know a single
>person (you either Phil) that can tell me what "too fast for
>conditions) means!  That patch of ice or that water spot on an
>otherwise dry and clean street could easily cause an accident.
>
>As to the statement that they aren't accidents, I don't think anyone
>normally intends to run into another's car (unless the fool in front
>of them slammed on their brakes; which also is illegal).

Actually, people that drive 10-15m.p.h over the speed limit are in the lowest
bracket for accidents, because they pay more attention to the road!  And that
since we have raised the speed limit to 70 on all of our highways, that
accidents have gone down by 7%.  The fact is that the 55m.p.h speed limit was
created back in the Nixon administration to conserve gas because apparently
there was a gas crisis.  Well, guess what, the crisis is over, and the speed
limit has stuck.  Our technology has gone beyond belief and we should be able
to go three times that limit on some roads.  Yes, I really mean that.  I'm
sick of having to buy radar detectors, beartrackers, and other things.
Montana has the right picture.  Did you know that 100,000 speeding tickets are

written every year?  The government doesn't care about accidents, they care
about MONEY.  They make billions of dollars every year off of us, the tax
payers.  We can see that the government doesn't care with the invention of
Photo radar.  Think about it, a drunk driver is cruising along at 80m.p.h, he
gets a ticket in the mail 2 weeks later after he has crashed and killed a
family.

Kevin Jarrett
[e-mail]
http://www.dfw.net/~phunistl
Author of "Never Get Another Speeding Ticket"
http://www.dfw.net/~phunistl/speeding


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Phil Tull)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 00:28:41 GMT
Message-ID: <315733eb.92179@news>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <4iml78$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <3154a219.4622671@news> <[e-mail]>

Brian Varine <[e-mail]> wrote:

>On Sun, 24 Mar 1996, Phil Tull wrote:
>
>> Brian Varine <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>
>> >On Wed, 20 Mar 1996, R. J. Grochowski wrote:
>> >
>> >> David A. Gray PhD wrote:
>> >> >
>> >> >         (Pure Drivel)
>> >>
>> >> I wonder if a PhD can be revoked?
>> >
>> >Why? What he said is right on the money. Unless your an expert. If so,
>> >please highlight the errors and show us the light.
>>
>> So what then makes YOU the expert?
>
>I have never claimed to be but I have posted a few Government/insurance
>sites where data is available that says what I've been saying, SPEEDING IS
>NOT A TOP TEN CAUSE OF ACCIDENTS!. Depending on the study, speeding is the
>cause for 1.6-4.0% of accidents depending on whos number you use and what stu
dy
>you look at.

Your statistics mean less than nothing to me.  The people of the
United States have decided what they feel is a safe maximum speed.
You can live with it, or get the hell out.

>> BTW: That crash I saw last week, it was a 45 MPH zone.  The dick that
>> was speeding hit the victims so hard that their car was actually torn
>> in half.  The front with engine and wheels was a good 40 feet from the
>> bodies left in the cab.
>
>So, he was speeding, you know this for a fact? Any BAC? Any run
>red lights/stop signs. Or did you just happen to see this as you were
>rubbernecking?

Yes, I saw it happen.  Yes he was speeding.  Yes I know it for a fact.
No I don't have a RADAR gun, nor do I need one to prove it.
I also know for a fact that the sun is going to come up tomorrow
morning, and I don't need a degree in Astrophysics to know that
either.

>> Speeders rule!  Everyone should have the right to kill an innocent
>> person if they want to.  Isn't that what freedom is all about?
>
>How does speeding equate to killing people at will?

I can't believe I have to explain this to you.  Are you for real?  If
you have a driver's license, then you should know the answer.  I'll
explain it anyway.

Scenario 1:
You are driving your car when a deer runs in front of you, causing you
to lose control of you car.  You wreck into someone, killing them.
--- ACCIDENT---
You were driving your vehicle within the law, safely, and exercising
reasonable precautions.

Scenario 2:
You are driving your car in excess of 90 Mph.  You are aggressively
weaving in and out of traffic.  You wreck into someone, killing them.
---HOMICIDE---
Your careless driving and reckless disregard for human life has
directly caused someone's death.  You are a murderer.

Scenario 3:
(This has nothing to do with cars, but it completes the point.)
You decide to rob a bank (to pay for a new Nitrous Oxide system for
your 5.0).  You enter the bank, pull out a gun, and announce the
robbery.  A customer suffers a heart attack and dies due to fright.
---HOMICIDE---
IT MAKES NO DIFFERENCE THAT YOU DID NOT INTEND TO KILL SOMEONE!!!!
This is the part you don't seem to grasp.  Your disregard for the law
led to some ones death and now you are going to prison.


I am amazed that my original post - that it would be nice for people
to obey the law for a change - started a flame war.  What a sad
commentary for the USA.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:25 1996
From: Brian Varine <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 15:16:10 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <4iml78$[e-mail]> <314f6db9.7219370@news> <[e-mail]>

On 23 Mar 1996, Bob wrote:

> In article <314f6db9.7219370@news>, [e-mail] says...
> > >>
> > >>Its comical to see people trying to defend criminal behavior.  Rather
> > >>than inventing wild schemes to rationalize speeding, why don't you
> > >>just obey the law like a mature adult, and you won't have any problems
> > >>with the police.
> > >
>
> Hey, these people WANT to speed. They're willing to risk their lives and
> ours in order to do it. They're willing to risk speeding tickets and even
> jail time if they happen to kill someone. They're willing to invest their
> hard earned bucks in equipment that will inable them to violate the law.
> They're willing to dust off the old "big brother" argument to justify
> their actions.

And we know that you never EVER exceed ANY posted limit correct? Because
if you did you'd be risking everything. ANd of course, being the law
abiding citizen, I know your scanner cannot pick up cellular and has
never been modified to receive it correct? Because, hey, it's illegal. I
assume you also stopped listening to any cordless phone after Oct 1994

> Did you really think that a logical argument like yours would sway them?
> What THEY want is all that matters.

I have yet to see a LOGICAL reason not to speed. It's safe, 99.9% exceed
the limit everyday.

> Here in the DC area, the Maryland, Virginia and DC authorities are
> installing a little surprise for them on the Capital Beltway. Narrow
> aperature radar cameras will soon be up and running. By the time their
> little radar detectors buzz, a printer in a data processing center 20
> miles away will be printing and mailing their ticket.

Ahh, you've been reading to much of Federico Pena's Inelligent Highways
System. Electronic License plates, etc. Well, it's big brother and will
never fly. Best case scenario (Pena's) has electronic license plates
coming in 2006, not exactly "soon"


> It's beautiful in a cosmic sort of way, isn't it?

Yep,just think another technology to exploit. The day those license
plates come out, they'll already be hacked.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:27 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio News 03/25/96
Date: 26 Mar 1996 20:32:02 -0700
Message-ID: <4jacri$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

                          Monday, March 25, 1996

GSS -- The Cellular Infrastructure Group introduced a new family of
wireless applications that enable cellular phone users to easily
access a wealth of information directly from the Internet and permit
Internet users to send information to cellular subscribers. The
Wireless Internet Services will provide cellular and new PCS (Personal
Communications Services) subscribers with the ability to retrieve
information including electronic mail from their home or office
computer, current weather forecasts and up-to-date stock prices and
sports scores.
/BUSINESS WIRE/

GSS -- The Cellular Infrastructure Group introduced the world's most
compact, self-contained CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access) base
station which provides full power cell site capability in a package
smaller than a standard home refrigerator, offering network operators
considerable cost of ownership savings.  Designed for the Personal
Communications Services (PCS) market, the SC(TM) 604 is a stand-alone
cell cite requiring no environmental shelter or forced cooling.
/BUSINESS WIRE/



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:28 1996
From: Bill Crocker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 20:10:46 -0300
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ikmdl$[e-mail]> <4imhpn$[e-mail]> <4io1s2$[e-mail]> <4ip997$[e-mail]> <4ir2oi$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j68ii$[e-mail]> <4j6ei7$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

I0517026@ wrote:
>
> Anyone have any idea when Radio Shack will produce Police Call on disk?
> The book version is getting old.
>
> [e-mail]


A much better approach is the CD-ROM from PerCon, it's called:  SPECTRUM
It cost around $30.00, and it covers the entire United States!

Bill Crocker


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:29 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: radio shack 2026
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 06:00:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4jalgp$[e-mail]>
References: <4j94ui$[e-mail]>

Yes...it can be modified I know ...Ihave it....



[e-mail] wrote:

>I'm thinking about getting a radio shack 2026 mobile scanner for my truck.  H
as anyone have any
>experience with this scanner, and can it be modified to recieve the FULL 800m
hz????

>Please email me w/info [e-mail]


>Thanks in advance.









From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: radio shack 2026
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 22:31:19
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j94ui$[e-mail]>

In article <4j94ui$[e-mail]> [e-mail] writes:
>From: [e-mail]
>Subject: radio shack 2026
>Date: 26 Mar 1996 16:10:58 GMT

>I'm thinking about getting a radio shack 2026 mobile scanner for my truck.  H
as anyone have any
>experience with this scanner, and can it be modified to recieve the FULL 800m
hz????

>Please email me w/info [e-mail]


>Thanks in advance.

If the date code is before April 1994 (4A4) then it can probably be modified.

Mine was 11A3 (November 1993) and restored fine.

It is a dual conversion receiver, and is prone to overload and images in high
RF environments, but otherwise is a nice little mobile scanner.  When on sale
($149), it is a steal.

Steve






From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: radio shack 2026
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 02:17:19
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j94ui$[e-mail]> <4jai5a$[e-mail]>

In article <4jai5a$[e-mail]> [e-mail] (HH357) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (HH357)
>Subject: Re: radio shack 2026
>Date: 27 Mar 1996 00:02:34 -0500

>The older ones ARE  modifiable.  Sorry, I don't know how to tell the
>difference from the outside.  Ask, I'm sure someone knows.
>Be prepared to work on eliminating ignition noise.  Get yourself a book on
>interference.
>                                          cheers


I have my Pro-2026 installed (properly of course) in a 1981 Toyota Corolla,
and haven't experienced ANY ignition noise!  Just make sure that the DC power
is connected to a MAJOR power buss that comes directly from the battery, not a

small wire that also provides power for interior lighting, fuel pump, or
cigarrette lighter!  Also make sure the ground connection is REALLY to GROUND!

It can be hard to tell sometimes, with all of the plastic and insulators used
to keep car interiors "quiet" (rattle and squeak free!).

The date code on a small white sticker tells you when the unit was made.  Only

the numbers are meaningful.  Mine was 11A3 (November, 1993) and restored fine
since this is prior to 4A4 (April 1994).  Get the picture?

 Steve


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Scott Fenstermacher)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio Shack PRO-28
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 22:25:29 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9qoh$[e-mail]>

I have a (don't laugh) Radio Shack PRO-28 Scanner.  It works very well
and I am pleased with it. But I would like to know if there are any
MODS or features that are not documented with it.  Where can I get a
shop manual?

TIA

Scott




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:32 1996
From: [e-mail] (CharlesW)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Raleigh, NC Frequencies
Date: 28 Mar 1996 01:46:55 -0500
Message-ID: <4jdckv$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (CharlesW)

I,m looking for fire, EMS, aand other emergency (non-police) frequencies
in Raleigh.  Thanks.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Ferguson)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Raleigh-Durham Intl. Airport Freqs
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 19:17:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4766$[e-mail]>
References: <4iquik$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Derek B. Cook) wrote:

|:>Hi all!  I have another request for airport frequencies.  As stated in the
|:>subject I am looking for freqs of RDU in Raleigh,NC.  I am moving up there
|:>Friday so if anyone could make a quick reply it would be greatly appreciate
d.
|:>I do not know how soon I will have net access at my new job, so I may not b
e
|:>able to access my e-mail/news for a while after Friday.  Thanks in advance!

|:>Derek
|:>[e-mail]

Hi Derek:

Here are some that I know

119.300         Tower  5R/23L
127.450         Tower  5L/23R
120.100         Clearance
121.700         Gnd Control  5L/23R
121.900         Gnd Control  5R/23L
125.300         Departure
132.350         Departure
118.050         Approach
124.800         Approach
124.950         Approach
128.300         Approach

Regards,
-----------------------------------------------------
Dave Ferguson      "The problem with common sense
[e-mail]     is that it's not too common!"
Durham, NC
-----------------------------------------------------



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Derek B. Cook)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Raleigh-Durham Intl. Airport Freqs
Date: 21 Mar 1996 06:56:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4iquik$[e-mail]>

Hi all!  I have another request for airport frequencies.  As stated in the
subject I am looking for freqs of RDU in Raleigh,NC.  I am moving up there
Friday so if anyone could make a quick reply it would be greatly appreciated.
I do not know how soon I will have net access at my new job, so I may not be
able to access my e-mail/news for a while after Friday.  Thanks in advance!

Derek
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (KE4ZNR)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Raleigh-Durham Intl. Airport Freqs
Date: 25 Mar 1996 20:00:04 -0500
Message-ID: <4j7fik$[e-mail]>
References: <4j4766$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (KE4ZNR)

Derek,
If U have 800Mhz capability, here is the Freqs. for the RDU
Airport Authority:
860.7375, 859.7375 (Data), 858. 7375 (Data), 857.7375, 856.7375,
855.7375.
You will need to lock out one of the Data Freqs. daily and unlock the
other one.
Let me know if you need any Raleigh PD freqs.
Marshall Sherard KE4ZNR
Proud Member: N. Carolina Tarheel Scanner/Shortwave Group
*****Weekly Net Monday Evenings at 9:30PM on 146.640Mhz*****


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (OLLIE FLINT)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: REALISTIC PRO 2021     info seek
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 96 02:33:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4j28r5$[e-mail]>

does anyone know how old and how much this unit sold for? I
found it at a garage sale for $25

thanks
Butch





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:36 1996
From: [e-mail] (Allan Abruzzese)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REALISTIC PRO 2021     info seek
Date: 30 Mar 1996 02:44:10 GMT
Message-ID: <4ji75q$[e-mail]>
References: <4j28r5$[e-mail]>

In article <4j28r5$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (OLLIE FLINT)
says:
>
>does anyone know how old and how much this unit sold for? I
>found it at a garage sale for $25
>

I'd say you got a pretty good deal! I bought mine when Radio Shack
was closing them out. I think I paid $229 about 5 years ago. If you
need any info on it, just let me know.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Sellani)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Redwood City, CA
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 04:55:00 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Distribution: world

FE>From: [e-mail]
FE>Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
FE>Subject: Redwood City, CA
FE>Date: 28 Mar 1996 07:09:19 GMT
FE>Message-ID: <4jdduv$[e-mail]>
FE>Organization: CompuTech

FE>Could someone please provide me some freqs for Redwood City, CA and vicinit
y
FE> The standard police, fire, EMS is all that I'm looking for but other stuff
FE>interrest is also appreciated.  Thanks in advance.
FE>         Mike


Police primary  488.7875
Police tact 3   488.5375
mutual aid      488.8875   aka the green
Police tact 2   488.7125

secret (ha ha) narc freq 45.66

I don't scan Redwood city, put Palo Alto uses the green on
occasion.

If you are from Redwood City, you are close to Scanners Unlimited
(1199A Laurel Street, San Carlos). They sell a book called Government
Radio Systems that has all the Bay Area freqs. You can purchase
the book from the author himself at the Foothill Flea Market (he is
the guy selling Diamond Antennas and may have a rotating light flashing)
or at the Bay Area Scaner Enthusiasts meetings (2nd Monday of the
month at the Milpitas PD community room (7PM).


 * SLMR 2.1a * Campaign contribution: dfn: Newt's book advance


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (Todd Penney)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 22:50:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4jsb$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

"Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
>Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
>day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
>frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi,
>and UHF band.

>Thanks,
>Bob


I have also heard of the new DQ in my area using 800MHz,but have had
no luck finding the frequency.
Anyone know????????



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:39 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 20:33:49 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4j4jsb$[e-mail]>
To: Todd Penney <[e-mail]>

Todd Penney wrote:
>
> "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
> >Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
> >Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
> >day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
> >frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi,
> >and UHF band.
>
> >Thanks,
> >Bob
>
> I have also heard of the new DQ in my area using 800MHz,but have had
> no luck finding the frequency.
> Anyone know????????

They may be on the 902-928Mhz band.  I'll have to check it this afternoon.

Bob


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Mundy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 01:06:43 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4rbp$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4j4jsb$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Todd Penney) wrote:

>"Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>>Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
>>Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
>>day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
>>frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi,
>>and UHF band.

>>Thanks,
>>Bob


>I have also heard of the new DQ in my area using 800MHz,but have had
>no luck finding the frequency.
>Anyone know????????

Most of the drive-thrus are hard to hit because the wattage of the
transmitters are around .5 watt.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Sanchez)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: 27 Mar 1996 05:45:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4jakl0$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...

--Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
--Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
--day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
--frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi,
--and UHF band.
--
--Thanks,
--Bob

I usually find fast food resturants in my area in the 29-54 Mhz range.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:43 1996
From: roundhead
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Req: Computer Aided Dispatch Info
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 19:09:58 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Can anyone help me out with info on CAD systems particularly ones that
feature in-vehicle computer terminals. I am really interested in a general
overview of how they work and the features that are available to the
personnel that use them. All help is appreciated! -chris


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:44 1996
Distribution: world
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Clint Mcbee)
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 1996 21:48:00 -0600
Subject: RS PRO 2022 MODS
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

        Does anyone know of any mods that are available for the RS PRO 2022,
or the PRO 35 handheld scanners.  If you know of any please or post, or you
can just email me direct. Thanks.




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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:44 1996
From: "B. K." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: SABER
Date: 23 Mar 1996 09:15:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4j0ffm$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

You will have better luck trying to post your request in rec.radio.swap.
I don't remember the details but it seems to be a SABER I  UHF that was
Hardly(?) used.

73's




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:45 1996
From: [e-mail] (James Holtzman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Sacramento Sheriffs frequencies needed
Date: 25 Mar 1996 07:19:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4j5hdt$[e-mail]>

Recently, the Sacramento Sheriff's Dept went to a trunking system.
I understand it uses about 27 channels, from 866 MHz to about 869 MHz.
I can scan for them, but does anybody know the actual frequencies?

Thanks - jrh

please e-mail

--
James Holtzman kc6ncg Team OS/2 ([e-mail]) [phone]
"What this country needs is less people telling us what this country needs"
School of Engineering & Computer Science, Cal State University, Sacto, CA


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:46 1996
From: [e-mail](The Mik)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: scan-l???
Date: 22 Mar 1996 05:42:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4itej9$[e-mail]>

Is there an E-mail group called scan-l?
I thought i saw something about it.
If such a thing exists, I would appreciate an E-mail with what listserv
or list proc to e-mail to get on the scan-l e-mail list.(ya follow
that?)

Thanks in advance

M J Miller



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:47 1996
From: [e-mail] (John)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: SCANNER 4 SALE
Date: 22 Mar 1996 20:59:13 -0500
Message-ID: <4ivlth$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (John)

FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE FOR SALE


Realistic scanner!!!!  Model pro 2030 80 channels covers 29-54 138-174
380-512, and the 800MHz band.  this unit can be EASILY modified to
receive the cellular telephone bands to! Physically this unit's in
excellent condition it's less than a year old.  It comes with a stock
antenna, and a higher gain center loaded antenna, power supply and
manual!  This unit has inst-weather button.  It can search thru desired
band widths, you pre program!.  This unit is light in weight and can fit
almost anywhere!!!!!!!!!  I'm asking $125.00.

Leave me email at [e-mail] if you are interested
thanks!
JOHN





From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (Wayne W Toole)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Scanner Frequencies P.E. I
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 06:21:07 GMT
Message-ID: <4jdb7m$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Looking to find some scanner frequencies for local police on P.E.I
Can anyone help.  [e-mail]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:49 1996
From: comtelco <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Scanning in another country
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 16:14:41 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4gin58$[e-mail]>
To: Keng Hwee Chiam <[e-mail]>

Well the scanner will have no problem picking up the signals, but you
better brush up on all the languages in Europe because they have a built
in scramble (unless you understand the language, you will not understand
what they are talking about)

I am taking my AOR1500 with me to Austria, but I imagine I will only
understand the International broadcasting stations, the VHF, UHF
conversations will be in German, I dont speak German.  So it might as
well be scambled for all I care...


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (Blake Bowers)
Date: 24 Mar 96 15:45:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Secret Service LEARN
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


 > radios for this frequency and the statewide law enforcement computer
 > network (LINK) has all but made it obsolete, except for the state
 > police.

 DS> How would a nationwide mutual aid frequency on which any police
 DS> officer could call
 DS> any other officer or agency for emergency assistance be made
 DS> "obsolete" by any computer network?

It's not.  The person posting about the Kentucky Intercity network,
like most states that have the same network, was simply incorrect.

Intercity is point to point only, while the NLEEC channel, 155.475 can
be mobile, base, etc.....

Apples and oranges!

... Catch the Blue Wave!

---
 * Blue Wave/QWK v2.20 [NR] *
--
|Fidonet:  Blake Bowers 1:3821/7
|Internet: [e-mail]
|
| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:52 1996
From: [e-mail] (George McCrary)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shoot, This thread is Frapped! What to do??
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 15:17:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4j3p3r$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ijvsq$[e-mail]> <4ikqld$[e-mail]>

Guys and Girls!

         Get over this thread! It's finished, Done, Roasted, Cooked and really
BORING! It was obviously a post to get everyone riled up, and it
worked.  Why does eveyone play right into these guys hands?


                                                        73 DE KQ4QM (George)



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:54 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Rethorst)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shoot, This thread is Frapped! What to do??
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 12:35:21 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ijvsq$[e-mail]> <4ikqld$[e-mail]> <4j3p3r$[e-mail]>

In article <4j3p3r$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (George McCrary) wrote:

> Guys and Girls!
>
>          Get over this thread! It's finished, Done, Roasted, Cooked and real
ly
> BORING! It was obviously a post to get everyone riled up, and it
> worked.  Why does eveyone play right into these guys hands?
>
Good points. Thank you. The best thing to do with offensive posts is
simply ignore them.

John


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:54 1996
From: [e-mail](SAL MARTOCCI)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: shuttle frequencies
Date: 25 Mar 1996 00:22:27 GMT
Message-ID: <4j4p03$[e-mail]>

      Can someone tell me the frequencies for the current shuttle
mission. If so please post frequency, mode and step. please post on
newsgroup or e-mail me at [e-mail]
    Thanks


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:55 1996
From: Rick Dumke <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Software
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 20:22:29 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Any one have searchlight for win Version 2 or later-the version that
enables you to record transmissions on your computer?
    I currently use scanner Wear soft control 2.0. This software can be
used with a variety of scanners-and works great,but i'd like to try
Searchlight.

    I have a trade in mind.
 If interested please email.


              Thanks

                      Rick


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:56 1996
From: [e-mail] ()
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Software recommendations for Opto OS-456?
Date: 26 Mar 96 21:52:58 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

There are at least 3 programs that I know of.  Can anyone make any
recommendations?

Thanks!
Rich



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:57 1996
From: Brett Kollar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Space Shuttle Frequencies
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 07:20:08 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j1a81$[e-mail]>

Tom Aldrich wrote:
>
>   Anybody ever have any luck snagging the Space Shuttle tfc. in the
> Military Band?
>    If so, would you be so kind as to share those frequencies?
>
>      Thank You!                             swami @;<} tommy

No, but I did copy traffic as they passes overhead on 145.84, the
downlink SAREX freq for this mission.

Brett Kollar
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:58 1996
From: Tom Aldrich <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Space Shuttle Frequencies
Date: 23 Mar 1996 16:52:16 GMT
Message-ID: <4j1a81$[e-mail]>


  Anybody ever have any luck snagging the Space Shuttle tfc. in the
Military Band?
   If so, would you be so kind as to share those frequencies?

     Thank You!                             swami @;<} tommy


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Tim Taylor)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Space Shuttle Frequencies
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 18:04:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4jegth$[e-mail]>
References: <4j1a81$[e-mail]>

Tom Aldrich <[e-mail]> wrote:


>  Anybody ever have any luck snagging the Space Shuttle tfc. in the
>Military Band?
>   If so, would you be so kind as to share those frequencies?

>     Thank You!                             swami @;<} tommy
Military Band???

Because of the shortened mission, there probly won't be much activity
but try to find them in the ham band...

You'll find their packet signal on 145.550.

Later..






From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:46:59 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Subject: split freqs
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 1996 21:21:00 GMT

F >  <[e-mail]> writes:
F >  Help.  I need to find a scanner that will pick up 173.5125.
--
 Use a scanner that allows for manual STEP entry, then go to the
 channel number you want to enter that frequency in, then (using
 the Pro-26 as an example) press:

 Program, Shift, Step [move to 12.5kHz], Shift, 173.5125 <Enter>

 That's all.  It will now pick up that exact frequency.  Some of
 the high-end scanners will allow direct entry without having to
 go through the above procedure.  To keep the cost below $400.00
 you may want to consider a used one (Pro-2004, etc), which will
 accept the direct entry of that frequency.

 * Ron Roth
---
 ■ RoseReader 2.10ß P003228 Entered at [GHBBS]


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:01 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bruce Markowitz)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Static and handhelds
Date: 25 Mar 1996 22:56:07 -0500
Message-ID: <4j7psn$[e-mail]>
References: <4j74au$[e-mail]>

And don't forget that Radio Shack amplified speaker. That will "kill" most
of the static, and give you reception like you were in your own living
room.

On Mar 25, 1996 21:56:20 in article <Re: Static and handhelds>,
'[e-mail] (Bob Whiston)' wrote:


>[e-mail] (Mark Kilarjian) wrote:
>
>>Hi All -
>>
>       Howdy!
>>
>>I have  a couple of handhelds that I'd like to bring with me in the car.
>>Since reception is poor inside a car, I purchased an RS window clip-on
>antenna,
>>(the type which clips on to the window and the window is rolled up to
lock
>>it in place).
>>
>       Pretty `nice' gizmo, aint it?  {GRIN!}  I'd been using one for about a
year
>and
>a half before they decided to carry it. {CHORTLE}  (I expect that it'll be

>about
>the same length of time before they start carrying the one that fits
>sunroofs.)
>>
>>Question:  Since the antenna doesn't really make a "solid" ground
connection
>to
>>the car, and the handheld is running off nicads and consequently is not
>grounded to the car
>> either, is there a possibility of static build up on the antenna
>>that could cause serious problems?  Should I juryrig a wire from the bnc
>>connector on the scanner to the car's ground?
>>
>       Hmmmmm...  I've never `thought?' about it quite that way since I've
always
>used
>a `lighterplug adapter' to power my radios and I figure that if there *is*
a
>ground connection being made and used that it came from there.  BTW...  I
have
>actually found after playing around after reading your MS that there are a

>*few*
>signals where unplugging the adapter from the radio increased the
*apparent*
>strength?!  (So *maybe?* the `ground' effect isn't all it's cracked up to
be?
>Oh, well...  As Arthur C. Clarke once said, "Any sufficiently advanced
>technology is indistinguishable from magic.")
>>
>>Does anyone use such an antenna for handhelds in cars and experienced any

>problems?
>>
>       About the *only* `problem' that *I* have is that I sometimes forget that
I've
>got it hooked up and end up `hanging' either myself or my passenger with
the
>cable.  Or I forget to put my *really sturdy* rubberducky antenna on it.

>(60mph
>can take some of the ones supplied `stock' and lay them over permanently
if
>you
>aren't careful. {GRIN!})  *Still* one *must* remember that either the
window
>mount or the sunroof mount is only a *temporary* setup.  A good
`permanent' or
>mag mount is still the `best' way to go.
>
>       Doleo ergo sum,
>         -HALFPINT-
>
>


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Whiston)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Static and handhelds
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 21:56:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4j74au$[e-mail]>
References: <4j4vau$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Mark Kilarjian) wrote:

>Hi All -
>
        Howdy!
>
>I have  a couple of handhelds that I'd like to bring with me in the car.
>Since reception is poor inside a car, I purchased an RS window clip-on antenn
a,
>(the type which clips on to the window and the window is rolled up to lock
>it in place).
>
        Pretty `nice' gizmo, aint it?  {GRIN!}  I'd been using one for about a year a
nd
a half before they decided to carry it. {CHORTLE}  (I expect that it'll be abo
ut
the same length of time before they start carrying the one that fits sunroofs.
)
>
>Question:  Since the antenna doesn't really make a "solid" ground connection
to
>the car, and the handheld is running off nicads and consequently is not groun
ded to the car
> either, is there a possibility of static build up on the antenna
>that could cause serious problems?  Should I juryrig a wire from the bnc
>connector on the scanner to the car's ground?
>
        Hmmmmm...  I've never `thought?' about it quite that way since I've always us
ed
a `lighterplug adapter' to power my radios and I figure that if there *is* a
ground connection being made and used that it came from there.  BTW...  I have
actually found after playing around after reading your MS that there are a *fe
w*
signals where unplugging the adapter from the radio increased the *apparent*
strength?!  (So *maybe?* the `ground' effect isn't all it's cracked up to be?
Oh, well...  As Arthur C. Clarke once said, "Any sufficiently advanced
technology is indistinguishable from magic.")
>
>Does anyone use such an antenna for handhelds in cars and experienced any pro
blems?
>
        About the *only* `problem' that *I* have is that I sometimes forget that I've
got it hooked up and end up `hanging' either myself or my passenger with the
cable.  Or I forget to put my *really sturdy* rubberducky antenna on it.  (60m
ph
can take some of the ones supplied `stock' and lay them over permanently if yo
u
aren't careful. {GRIN!})  *Still* one *must* remember that either the window
mount or the sunroof mount is only a *temporary* setup.  A good `permanent' or
mag mount is still the `best' way to go.

        Doleo ergo sum,
          -HALFPINT-




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:04 1996
From: [e-mail] (Russ Zaccari)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Stuck with new Pro51. Please Help!
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 21:57:38 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iptbc$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

What is the date code of your Pro-51?  The earlier versions allow you
to enter test mode and subsequently access 800 mhz frequencies (though
I haven't tried it myself).

Russ...
[e-mail]
http://www.access.digex.net/~zaccari

On 20 Mar 1996 16:29:16 -0500, [e-mail] (Steevre) wrote:

>I have a newer model Pro 51 (date code 3A5).
>
>I understand that this scanner is too new to be modified with the keypad
>mod.
>
>Here are the options I've found so far:
>
>1. A company placed an ad in one of the popular communications magazines
>stating that they could unlock the 800Mhz range in any scanner.  They add
>a button on the scanner housing and tweak the oscillator chip which puts
>the 800Mhz band in the 400Mhz range when the scanner is put into down
>convert mode.  This costs around $100 for the Pro 51.
>
>2. There are converters that you can use in place of the antenna for
>around $80.  From what I understand, these do not work in the 30Mhz
>intervals that you need to use the 800Mhz band effectively.
>
>3. I can cut my losses and sell the Pro 51 and buy a more modifiable
>scanner (i.e., used Pro 43).
>
>Can anyone suggest a better\more cost effective option than any of these?
>
>Thanks.

--
Russ...
[e-mail]
http://www.access.digex.net/~zaccari


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Stuck with new Pro51. Please Help!
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iptbc$[e-mail]>
Date: Fri, 22 Mar 1996 22:19:47 GMT

Steevre ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I have a newer model Pro 51 (date code 3A5).

: I understand that this scanner is too new to be modified with the keypad
: mod.

: 1. A company placed an ad in one of the popular communications magazines
: stating that they could unlock the 800Mhz range in any scanner.  They add
: a button on the scanner housing and tweak the oscillator chip which puts
: the 800Mhz band in the 400Mhz range when the scanner is put into down
: convert mode.  This costs around $100 for the Pro 51.

: 2. There are converters that you can use in place of the antenna for
: around $80.  From what I understand, these do not work in the 30Mhz
: intervals that you need to use the 800Mhz band effectively.

It's not the fact that the converter doesn't have the 30Mhz intervals.
The converter just shifts the entire 800-900 Mhz band down to
400-500Mhz.  What happens here is that your SCANNER won't tune 30Khz at
this lower band.  Also, this applies to option 1, too.  Option 1 will
also make your scanner pick up cellular at a different band, and it, too
won't tune 30Khz intervals.

Between the two, however, I'd choose option 1.  They both cost about the
same, unless you build the converter yourself, then you might need fancy
test equipment to calibrate it.  And the converter is bigger than a
handheld scanner and requires a separate power supply.


: 3. I can cut my losses and sell the Pro 51 and buy a more modifiable
: scanner (i.e., used Pro 43).

: Can anyone suggest a better\more cost effective option than any of these?

Yeah, try to find a band which picks up cellular images.  Most scanners
have one somewhere, a place other than cell freqs which picks them up. If
needed, go near a cell site where the signals will be strong.  After a
couple hours, you'll find how boring it really is and lose interest.
Remember that often you hear only one side of the conversation, and also,
calls very often switch cells (cut off) every minute or so.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:06 1996
From: [e-mail] (Don Bruder)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: SW Georgia Shuttle freqs?
Date: Sun, 24 Mar 1996 09:54:07 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>


Anybody have any likely frequencies for tuning the space shuttle in Albany
(Dougherty County) Georgia? Local (or semi-local) Ham repeaters that are
rebroadcasting, direct listening, whatever works...

I'm running a full-coverage Pro-43 on a fairly decent antenna, so I can
probably tune it if you can tell me likely places to be looking that are
between 30Mhz and 1Ghz.

Email replies preferred since my newsfeed is subject to fits of
non-functionality that sometimes last for days at a time.

TIA!

--
+----------------------+ \__  Roadkill on the information superhighway...
|Don Bruder            | |  \       AUGH! +-----------------------------+
|[e-mail] | |_@_\____&   /   | I  will  choose  a  path    |
|I eat my roadkill...__|_|____|__@|  @    | that's clear: I will choose |
+/.\/.\-----------+ /.\/.\=(__)/.\] \|/   + Free-will           -- Rush |
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (John C. Cato)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Thanks for the Disney Freq's
Date: 24 Mar 1996 08:49:54 -0600
Message-ID: <4j3nei$[e-mail]>

To all of those that provided me freq's for Disney World and adjoining
properties, I say THANK YOU!!!!  I plugged them all in and listened mostly
from my motel room.  Heard lots of interesting things and even more routine
matters handled over the radio system.  I appreciate all the help.  We just
arrived back home after spending a week there.

John
[e-mail]

--


Drive nail here for new monitor  [ ]



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:08 1996
From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.amateur.misc
Subject: Re: the radio spectrum
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 12:45:52 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Brian Peterson posted about the big poster you can get from the USGPO
called "United States Frequency Allocations - The Radio Spectrum".

I did some checking.  For example, Cleveland has a USGPO bookstore.
They are out of stock on the poster, but they knew of it's existence.
They will be ordering up some more (they said they'd even call me when
they come in).  And, they are only $3.50 apiece.  Since they were out of
stock, they were not able to look at one and tell me a printing date.
Hopefully they are newer than 1987, as Brian observed.  The guy on the
phone said that they are folded up, but that they are also quite large
when you unfold them.

So, if you are near a med-large metro area, look up US Government
Printing Office in the blue pages of your phone book, there may be one
right in your back yard instead of checking with the main office in D.C.

Mike

--
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Visual Numerics, Inc.  32915 Aurora Rd. Suite 160, Solon OH  44139  USA
Email: [e-mail]    Human: 216-248-4900   Fax: [phone]
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brian Petersen)
Date: 27 Mar 96 09:33:01
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: The radio spectrum
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

> From: Mike Mayer <[e-mail]>
>
> Brian Peterson posted about the big poster you can get from the USGPO
> called "United States Frequency Allocations - The Radio Spectrum".
>
> I did some checking.  For example, Cleveland has a USGPO bookstore.
> They are out of stock on the poster, but they knew of it's existence.
> They will be ordering up some more (they said they'd even call me when
> they come in).  And, they are only $3.50 apiece.  Since they were out of
> stock, they were not able to look at one and tell me a printing date.
> Hopefully they are newer than 1987, as Brian observed.  The guy on the
> phone said that they are folded up, but that they are also quite large
> when you unfold them.

Mike, and anyone else snooping in ... :-)  Yes!  We have a local USGPO
branch here in Los Angeles.  I gave them a call and was disappointed to
learn that the March 1987 version is in fact the most recent version.
But oh well, the 1987 issue is more than enough for me, and I'm sure that
anyone out there who's into radio hobby would die for this wall poster.

[e-mail]

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Woofer)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.shortwave
Subject: Re: Trade: Rare Coins for Scanner
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 00:30:17 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iuv2e$[e-mail]> <4j2mg4$[e-mail]>

>In article <4iuv2e$[e-mail]>
><[e-mail]> writes:
>
>> U. S. Coins to trade for handheld scanner or shortwave receiver:
>> Cents- 1862 AU50 - $50, 1907 AU50 - $15
>> Dimes- 1820 Small o F12 - $35, 1835 XF40 - 185, 1837 VF20 - $60
>> Quarter- 1822 VG8 - $90
>> Halves- 54D MS65 - $165, 57D MS65 - $45, 1960 MS65 - $165
>>                                             E-Mail if interested ,
Steve Dooley


OK...send me the coins and I'll send you a scanner.  Hurry before I change
my mind.
















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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (SS)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Trunked Systems???
Date: Wed, 20 Mar 96 05:27:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4io46d$[e-mail]>

Would someone please explain to me what these are?
PLEASE???   Thanks!


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:12 1996
From: "B. K." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trunked Systems???
Date: 23 Mar 1996 09:13:48 GMT
Message-ID: <4j0fcc$[e-mail]>
References: <4io46d$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Without getting too technical, A trunked radio system is a group of
repeaters tied together with a controller that controls the traffic.
They usually made by Motorola, Ericsson, & E.F. Johnson.  A trunked
radio system controller can tie together up to twenty (20) repeaters.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:13 1996
From: NewsRadio <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Trunked Systems???
Date: Thu, 21 Mar 1996 10:28:41 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4io46d$[e-mail]>
To: SS <[e-mail]>

SS wrote:
>
> Would someone please explain to me what these are?
> PLEASE???   Thanks!A trunked radio system is just a type of mobile radio sys
tem. Instead  of
 using discrete channels, the system uses computer controlled radios to
assign frequencies to groups of radios (talk groups) every time
someone talks. In other words, you need to program all the frequencies
of the trunked system into your scanner to listen to a conversation,
because every time there is a break in the conversation, the frequency
may change. Trunked systems are usually only on 800+ Mhz. They are used
for large groups of mobile radios where there are several different users
(talk groups) eg police, fire, dog catcher, works dept etc and by using
the trunked system, there is a reduced chance of a "busy" frequency
(since the system assignes a "free" one by computer every time) and the
system can therefore handle more users than a conventional radio system.
This also means that if you listen to only one or two frequencies of the
system on you scanner, you will (A) not hear all the conversations of a
given group and (B) you will here parts of conversations of different
groups on the same frequency at different times as the channel constantly
gets re-assigned by the controller. There will also be one or more
frequencies in the system that is constantly transmitting just data. This
is the computer control channel and you'll have to lock it out. On some
systems, the frequency of this channels changes from day to day.

Hope that helps...


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:14 1996
From: kc7anq <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Tucson Police Dept. Freq.
Date: 26 Mar 1996 22:53:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4j9si5$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

"Geoffrey T. Cheshire" <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
> Hi,
> 1             155.0100
> 2             155.7300
> 3             154.7250
> 4             155.4900
> 5               ???
> 6             155.8500
> 7             154.7550
>
> I can't seem to locate 5.  Any help is appreciated.  Also, if anyone has DPS
,
> Pima Co. Sherriff, or any other interesting local frequencies, pease pass
> them along!


Geoff

Ch5 is 156.030
        The Southwest Frequency Directory homepage has
many frequencies for Tucson and other Arizona cities.
I am the editor if SWFD. I also make the Tucson Frequency
Directory, which you may be interested in. E-mail me if you
are.
http://www.goodnet.com/~radio/swfd
Check it out!
Dan R



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:16 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: TV Amp on Scanner
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j68af$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 15:57:15 GMT

George F. ([e-mail]) wrote:
: I just picked up a Rat Shed 10-20dB TV amp and placed between my PRO-2006 an
d
: R/S Discone ant.  I have to turn the gain on the amp clear up before I notic
e
: any improvement on week signals.  Then at that setting I receive every pager

: in the county on images freqs.  Would I have been better off to get a better

: antenna to recieve my weak signals? Like maybe a Log Perodic?

Yes.

I hope you saved the receipt so you could take the amp back.  Those
"amplifiers" do a lot better job at amplifying noise and undesired
signals than anything you might actually want to receive.  I'll bet only
one in 100 users actually gets any benefit from one.

A better antenna is definitely the way to improve your reception.  In
fact, it's the only way.


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: TV Amp on Scanner
Date: 26 Mar 1996 16:59:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4j97p6$[e-mail]>
References: <4j68af$[e-mail]> <4j93n6$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey)


Bob Lyle ([e-mail]) writes:
> [e-mail] (George F.) wrote:
>
>> I just picked up a Rat Shed 10-20dB TV amp and placed between my PRO-2006 a
nd
>> R/S Discone ant.  I have to turn the gain on the amp clear up before I noti
ce
>> any improvement on week signals.  Then at that setting I receive every page
r
>> in the county on images freqs.  Would I have been better off to get a bette
r
>> antenna to recieve my weak signals? Like maybe a Log Perodic?
>
>> Help.
>> George.
>
> Your best bet would be to either get the antenna further up in the
> air and/or improve the coax cable quality if you're stuck with a
> fairly long run. Please provide some more details...
>
> As for the amplifier, these TV amps have no automatic gain control
> and are notorious for overloading the RF input to the scanner, as
> you fuond out. Get the amp as close to the antenna as possible,
> not the radio, to ensure you're amplifying the strongest possible
> signal. Also make certain the shield of the coax is making a solid
> connection at all connectors to prevent any extraneous signals
> leaking into the amplifier/cable.
>

You should also match the impedence from the amp to the scanner. TV
preamps are 75ohms while the scanner is 50ohms.




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (George F.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: TV Amp on Scanner
Date: 25 Mar 1996 13:50:07 GMT
Message-ID: <4j68af$[e-mail]>

I just picked up a Rat Shed 10-20dB TV amp and placed between my PRO-2006 and
R/S Discone ant.  I have to turn the gain on the amp clear up before I notice
any improvement on week signals.  Then at that setting I receive every pager
in the county on images freqs.  Would I have been better off to get a better
antenna to recieve my weak signals? Like maybe a Log Perodic?

Help.
George.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:19 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Jon Van Allen)
Subject: Re: TV Amp on Scanner
References: <4j68af$[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 96 17:29:35 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

In article <4j68af$[e-mail]>,
   [e-mail] (George F.) wrote:
>I just picked up a Rat Shed 10-20dB TV amp and placed
between my PRO-2006 and
>R/S Discone ant.  I have to turn the gain on the amp clear
up before I notice
>any improvement on week signals.  Then at that setting I
receive every pager
>in the county on images freqs.  Would I have been better
off to get a better
>antenna to recieve my weak signals? Like maybe a Log
Perodic?
>
>Help.
>George.
>


George,

You didn't mention what model # the TV amp is, or on what
frequencies the weak signals are that you are trying to
hear. I assume you are using the catalog # 15-1113 amp?
I also have a 2006 and a RS discone. I suggest it's
important to understand the nature of what you want to
accomplish.

The 2006 has good intermod and image rejection (in part)
for this reason; for every 1 db decrease in sensitivity,
you will realize approx 3 db of decrease of intermod and
image interference.

Putting a wide-band amplifier inline to hear weak signals
on a discone is like putting drag racing slicks on a VW
bug! The discone is a great urban antenna because of it's
non-gain characteristics. For weak signal work, yes that
log periodic is the first choice of many, but having a well
heeled wallet is a must.

I use a Grove Scannerbeam, and it works like gangbusters
for weak signal work, I listen to military aircraft many
miles away on a target range in the desert. It's actually
less money than the RS discone. The discone is a good
choice for strong local signals, if I were to add a pre-amp
to it, I'd have to go with a band-pass amp for the
frequency range you wish to hear, or in the case of you
hearing "every pager in the county" I'd experiment with a
band-reject filter as well.

What frequencies are you trying to hear? What frequencies
are the pagers you are hearing on? Once the interfering
frequencies are identified, you can remedy the problem.

I hope this helps and happy scanning,

Jon KF7YN



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:20 1996
From: Eric <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: UHF/VHF
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 20:41:58 -0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

A simple question.

I have 2 UHF radios that a friend gave me. these radios band run from 430 to
439 MHZ. That friend told me that one day he manipulated them so as to
receive the cops, the firemen etc. And cops, firemen in France xmit on VHF
bands.

So my question is if it possible that these 2 apparently sophisticated
scanner radios work on a dual band. Model of the radios is Kenwood TH-415E.

Thanks to anyone who will try to nligth'n.

P.D: if you have the original instructions for these radios, i would
appreciate if you could send me a copy.

Bye.



From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (John Comita)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: VHF-HI base antenna
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 23:54:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4jeu4r$[e-mail]>

I currently use a radio shack VHF-HI/UHF scanner antenna mounted on my
roof to monitor the local railroads in my area.  What I am looking for
is a good antenna for my roof that I can cut to the 160.000mhz length
to improve my reception.  I have a moble antenna which was cut to the
160.000mhz length and that did wonders for my reception in my truck.
I can't seem to locate antenna stock and antenna bases anywhere near
my home.  Any help would be great.
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:24 1996
From: "N. Schultheiss" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: VHF-HI base antenna
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 16:02:13 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jeu4r$[e-mail]>
To: John Comita <[e-mail]>

I use a directional roof top antenna from:
Radioware Corporation
P.O. Box 1478
Westford Ma. 1886

The antenna comes tuned to 160.000 and can be cut to what ever freq. you
want.  I tuned it to the maritime band and my reception more than
tripled (also use RF 9913 cable fom same company.  The unit is
directional but I pick up in a 180 + degree arch.

 Neil


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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:26 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
From: [e-mail] (Gary Coffman)
Subject: Re: Weird Radio Problem
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Gary Coffman)
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 14:21:15 GMT

In article <[e-mail]> Isaac Kohn <ikohn@vertex.u
cls.uchicago.edu> writes:
>Michael J Wooding wrote:
>> In article <4idjm1$[e-mail]>, David Mark
>> <[e-mail]> writes
>> >What's happening is your radio is probably tuned to an FM station
>> >near the upper end of the band (around 107-108mhz) and you're
>> >probably under a flight path.  When a plane is nearby (there's
>> >that word again) and the pilot transmits on one of the lower
>> >airline frequencies, your radio's less than discriminating tuner
>> >picks it up.There is a small, minor detail: Air transmissions were AM, las
t time I
>checked!  How does an FM receiver with poor-selectivity receive AM
>transmissions???

Remember that the poor selectivity is in the receiver front end,
allowing the image signal into the receiver. This doesn't have
anything to do with IF selectivity. Now as to how an FM receiver
can demodulate AM, if the receiver uses a discriminator, it will
happily demodulate AM too unless the signal is strong enough to
have it's amplitude variations stripped off by the limiter stage.
If the receiver uses a ratio detector, it won't have a limiter
because a ratio detector is theoretically insensitive to AM
variations. But if the ratio detector isn't perfectly balanced,
it will still demodulate the AM signal too. So either of the
popular types of FM detector can demodulate AM under the right
conditions. One of those conditions is likely to exist in a
cheaply made FM receiver using a whip antenna.

Gary
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:27 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SCN User)
Subject: What are the Docking freqs for Shuttle-Mir? (Not SAREX freqs)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (SCN User)
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 02:12:42 GMT


Some time ago I came across a suggestion that 121.75 FM was used to
communicate between shuttles and the Mir station during docking/separation.
Can anyone confirm this and advise if there are any other NON-AMATEUR freqs
used for comms between the two spacecraft.

Thanks in advance

Kerwin

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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Marc Purdon)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: What happened to this group???
Date: 28 Mar 1996 17:18:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4jehk9$[e-mail]>
References: <4je9m7$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Marc Purdon)


Mark McAnally ([e-mail]) writes:
> Where did everyone go??
>

I don't know !!!!




From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:28 1996
From: [e-mail] (Claude Alan Cartee)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Where to by Optoelectronics Scout?
Date: 25 Mar 1996 23:34:15 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I am in the market to by an Optoelectronics Scout.  So far I've seen
Grove ($400) and Opto ($449).  Is there something else to consider
besides prices?  Any reason _not_ to go with Grove?  If price is the
only factor, does anyone know of a better price?

Thanks...


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steve Kennedy)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Where to by Optoelectronics Scout?
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 22:57:18
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]> [e-mail] (Claude
 Alan Cartee) writes:
>From: [e-mail] (Claude Alan Cartee)
>Subject: Where to by Optoelectronics Scout?
>Date: 25 Mar 1996 23:34:15 GMT

>I am in the market to by an Optoelectronics Scout.  So far I've seen
>Grove ($400) and Opto ($449).  Is there something else to consider
>besides prices?  Any reason _not_ to go with Grove?  If price is the
>only factor, does anyone know of a better price?

>Thanks...


Yes, you have to consider the interface and attachment of the Scout to a
radio.  Grove can take care of you in this department, including sell you a
radio already configured for the Scout.  I don't think Opto does anything but
sell you the device.

Steve


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Pergrim)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Where to by Optoelectronics Scout?
Date: 26 Mar 1996 10:47:07 -0500
Message-ID: <4j93hr$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Pergrim)

PerCon sells the Opto products also. Our price is $449.00 plus you get a
free FCC Regional Series CDROM (a $129.95 value). Check it out at :

http://www.perconcorp.com/region.htm or
http://www.perconcorp.com

BTW: We also have a Free frequency search at this site.

Chuck
PerCon Corp


From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (JACK CLARKE)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: WHO IN THE HELL IS S.D.P.D.?
Date: 22 Mar 1996 19:39:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4iuvm1$[e-mail]>


See message 38117

I hate to nit-pick too (lie!); but the reason for my posting the
original message is that this newsgroup covers the whole world.
The person who first posted that "S.D.P.D. ON 800 - NO FUN" was
only thinking of his own narrow little world - San Diego.  How
are the rest of us supposed to know  what he is talking about?
How would someone in Germany be expected to know what S.D.P.D.
means?  Or even someone in Louisiana or Texas where there is
another San Diego.

Now, Ken Koller, how do you expect me to know that San Dimas
contracts with the Sheriff's Department and, therefore, there is
no San Dimas Police Department.  You see -- you, also live in your
own little world.

When you communicate with people on such a wide level, it would
be a good idea to think ahead and put yourself in the other person's
position.

Jack Clarke
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From [e-mail] Sat Mar 30 14:47:32 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
Subject: Re: Why Modify for Cellul
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RON ROTH)
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 23 Mar 1996 03:20:00 GMT

SW>  [e-mail] (Steve Work) writes:
SW>  Also, the sensitivity is better when you receive cellular directly
SW>  rather than an image.  With your image reception, probably what
SW>  you are getting is only the cell site closest to your home.
--
 That may be true with some scanners, but with many newer BC or RS
 models, sensitivity on image frequencies is *identical* to direct
 reception as long as the 800 MHz RF frontend is powered during an
 image scan.

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:03 1996
From: Rick Dumke <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: ICOM IC-R1 Scanner
Date: Mon, 25 Mar 1996 22:40:16 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4iukm1$[e-mail]>

Just purchased an Icom R1 scanner,and I have a problem.I knew that
this wasnt the best scanner as far as performance was concerned-but it
sure is small.I guess thats the tradeoff.This scanner suffers so bad
from bleed through its almost unuseable for scanning.Tried programing in
a few freqs. for police in the 460mhz range ie 460.35 460.45 460.075
etc. When a trans occurs in one of these freqs the scan will stop even
if its on the wrong one.bleed through.200klh or more
     I took the radio back and was told it checked out fine.I've hade
many scanners including AOR ar8000 (great scanner) and have never had
this problem.
   Is this scanner that poorly designed--or do I just have a lemon!!!



              Thanks

                       Rick


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:04 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: radio shack 2026
Date: 26 Mar 1996 16:10:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4j94ui$[e-mail]>

I'm thinking about getting a radio shack 2026 mobile scanner for my truck.  Ha
s anyone have any
experience with this scanner, and can it be modified to recieve the FULL 800mh
z????

Please email me w/info [e-mail]


Thanks in advance.







From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: "James F. Boehner, MD" <[e-mail]>
Subject: OS 535 Opto Board code needed
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Tue, 26 Mar 1996 23:37:13 -0800

Does anyone have the Unlock code for the Optoelectronics OS535 board?  I
believe it is in HEX.

Thanks in advance!

Jim



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:06 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: Pro51?  Good scanner?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 04:03:44 GMT

>I'm very new to scanning.  Does anyone know if the Pro51 model from Radio
>Shack is a good buy at $199.99?  It usually lists (in my area, at least) for
>$319.99. Why such a large markdown?  From the information I gathered, this
>particular model looks good for a first time buyer.  And the price is pretty
>decent?  Isn't it?

>Any info. is appreciated...

>- Dave


><<- [e-mail] ->>

Take a look at the Uniden Sportcat 150 also....About $160

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Schuster)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Opinions on "THE BEST" Antenna for Handhelds??
Date: 27 Mar 1996 09:22:50 -0500
Message-ID: <4jbivq$[e-mail]>
References: <4jb54s$[e-mail]>

In article <4jb54s$[e-mail]>,
Todd Penney <[e-mail]> wrote:
>Looking for a replacement antenna for my handheld scanner,any
>suggestions??

GRE all-band. Also sold by Radio Shaft as the PRO-34 replacement antenna,
or color-blind CRB Research as the "Red top" (it's orange).

>What about the one on the AOR-8000??

Poor choice.

>                                          MVT-7100??

There are better telescopic whips. The duckie shipped with the MVT-7200
looks very close to the AR-8000 duckie.





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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:09 1996
From: Ron <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 12:57:42 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itlar$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j2adv$[e-mail]>

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> their swords into plowshares"| "It's *EASY* to be a liberal, it's
> may end up *PLOWING* for     | OTHER people's money you are giving
> those who DON'T!             | away! (or living off of!)

Hey Gary, loved your taglines! Especially the one above about the plow-
shares:) I realize this is a bit off-topic, considering the newsgroup,
but do you listen to Rush?
Cheers, Ron Cain


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:10 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Howard)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC9000 Cell mod
Date: 27 Mar 1996 13:05:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4jbefm$[e-mail]>

Has anyone bought the video and parts kit from C. Crane Co. for the cell
mod on the BC9000?  How hard is the mod and is the video necessary to do
the mod.  Crane has a very good catalog the number is 1-800-522-8863.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:11 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 27 Mar 1996 17:40:08 GMT

Stephen Byers ([e-mail]) wrote:
: It is not illegal to listen to cordless phones, but it is illegal if you tap
e
: it without their permission.
: --

It's also illegal to repeat what you hear.

I've heard that it's OK to tape what you pick up on a scanner as long as
you don't play the tape for anyone else.  But remember that cordless and
cellular are "special" cases, the usual scanner laws don't apply.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Clint Bradford)
Date: 27 Mar 96 19:35:00
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Buchanan
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>





>>Buchanan coming to town, has anyone been listening to his camp? Any
>>frequencies?

Those of his intelligence quotient will be on C.B. only.


[e-mail]
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| Standard disclaimer: The views of this user are strictly his own.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (DaveW2879)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 2030 MOD
Date: 27 Mar 1996 21:29:56 -0500
Message-ID: <4jctj4$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (DaveW2879)

Does anyone know if the pro-2030 can be modified to pick up freqs in the
200-400 mhz range?


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Phil Tull)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 02:10:35 GMT
Message-ID: <3159f453.7058716@news>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <[e-mail]> <4j4vg0$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Kevin Jarrett) wrote:

>Actually, people that drive 10-15m.p.h over the speed limit are in the lowest

>bracket for accidents, because they pay more attention to the road!  And that

>since we have raised the speed limit to 70 on all of our highways, that
>accidents have gone down by 7%.  The fact is that the 55m.p.h speed limit was

>created back in the Nixon administration to conserve gas because apparently
>there was a gas crisis.  Well, guess what, the crisis is over, and the speed

I think your on to something here.  I also just read an interesting
fact.  Cigarette smoking is actually good for you after all!  Yes, it
appears that the coughing that habitual smokers do clears out their
lungs.  The cancers that they get cause them to see doctors more
frequently than non-smokers, they tend to get more checkups, and
therefore live longer than non-smokers.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:15 1996
From: jherndon@titan (John Herndon)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Web site w/ Freqs
Date: 28 Mar 1996 07:12:12 GMT
Message-ID: <4jde4d$[e-mail]>

Available for a limited amount of time..

I was about to put my collection of scanner files on tape when I decided I
would make them available to fellow enthusiasts.  I collected about 300
files over a period of a couple years.  The information may be dated in some
cases, but it might lead you to what you are looking for.

<http://titan.ecs.fullerton.edu/~jherndon/scan/scan.html>

Enjoy.

John Herndon
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:16 1996
From: Mark Schoonover <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC2500XLT Mods for 550-760 MHZ
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 08:14:24 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Thanks for reading!

Subject says it all. Are there any??

TIA

Mark --KA6WKE


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (RSACO)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Opinions on "THE BEST" Antenna for Handhelds??
Date: 28 Mar 1996 14:56:35 -0500
Message-ID: <4jeqtj$[e-mail]>
References: <4jbivq$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (RSACO)

The Radio Shack retractable center loaded one works well for me.
You can tune it to a particular band and it's only $10.
The bummer is that it's rigid, not like a rubber duck.
Good luck
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:18 1996
Newsgroups: alt.privacy,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless? - NO
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
References: <4j01pp$[e-mail]>
Date: Thu, 28 Mar 1996 17:20:49 GMT

CrACKeD <[e-mail]> wrote:

>It seems like you are all confused as to whether or not it is legal to
>listen to cordless telephone transmissions.  Well, being a ham radio
>operator and scanner enthusiast in my area (and also publishing a small
>frequency directory) I can fill you in on the facts.  It is illegal to
>monitor cordless telephone conversations.  First, the FCC outlawed the
                                                       ^^^
Not, it was congress, not the FCC.

>reception of cellular calls, and soon after came cordless.  Of course,
>these laws are not the slightest bit enforcable, so I don't know why you
>are even worrying about it in the first place.  You would have to really
>TRY to get yourself caught by the right people for any consequences to
>happen.

Read 18 USC 2510 and 18 USC 2511 for details on what
MIGHT happen, if you were caught.

Look in the 3/26/96 edition of the Jackson [MI] Citizen Patroit,
about a Jackson County sheriff deputy that monitored someone's
cordless phone call(s) and then arrested her.

------
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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:20 1996
From: [e-mail] (BOBEISNER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: 28 Mar 1996 21:28:46 -0500
Message-ID: <4jfhsu$[e-mail]>
References: <4jdp0p$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (BOBEISNER)

[e-mail] wrote:
>
> ---------------------
> Forwarded message:
> From:   [e-mail] (Todd Penney)
> To:     [e-mail] (BOBEISNER)
> Date: 96-03-28 14:17:36 EST
>
> >Hi Todd,
> >
> >can you send the the exact frequency?
> >
> >can you also pair it up with the Clerk / Speaker?
> >
> >Thanks,
> >Bob
> >
> >Hi Bob,I have 920.2625 MHz for the DQ worker loud and clear.The
customer
> can hardly
> be heard at this frequency,I'll try later to see if there is another
> frequency.
> The power of this setup seems to be very low as I have to be very close
to
> get a good copy.This compared to Muck's which has a better range
compared to
> this new one.
>   Bye for now,
>      Todd Penney

Hi Todd,

I think I found one of the McDonalds near me on 920.0250 Mhz for the
speaker.

It's  opening for business this weekend, and they just came online today!

I'll try and get the headset frequency this weekend when they open for
business.

I'm not sure what the McDonals in Gaithersburg, MD is on, but I'm sure
it's
somewhere in the 920.xxxx range for the speaker.

I'll let you know when I find it.

Thanks for the help!
Bob




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:20 1996
From: Keith Stein <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC860xlt or Pro51?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 00:47:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4jfbvi$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Well I have a PRO-51 and I wouldn't suggest anyone buying one. Very bad
in the image frequency area.

--
Keith Stein
Woodbridge, VA

Anstec Inc.
http://www.anstec.com

Community, Air & Space Report Editor:
http://www.newspace.com/casr

Satellite Times magazine Editoral Staff Member
http://www.grove.net/hmpgst.html




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:21 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jacksonville Police Freqs.
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 01:12:55 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Jacksonville Police have changed MANY of their main frequencies.
I would like a list of them.
Can anyone help?

[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:22 1996
From: David Michaels <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: NEW Jacksonville Police Freqs.
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 01:20:26 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Jacksonville Police have changed MANY of their main frequencies.
I would like a list of them.
Can anyone help?

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:23 1996
From: "Mark S. Conway" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ICOM IC-R1 Scanner
Date: 29 Mar 1996 01:28:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4jfebb$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jc1l1$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (BOB2006) wrote:
>I never experience bleedover on my R-1 so I wonder if something is really
>wrong with yours. I do not think the radio is a Piece of junk as stated by
>a self appointed price patrolman. It is not as good as it could be
>performance wise and I would never reccomend it as a primary receiver, but
>it also has it's merit. Mine does get overloaded when it is hooked to an
>outside antenna but I never have the need to do that as it picks up
>signals from 25+ miles with the supplied duck antenna. I purchased a 6db
>attenuator from radio shack and when I am in a situation where RF is a
>problem I put that on and it helps. All radios have good and bad points.


Well put Bob ,    Some people ...........



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:24 1996
From: mlcolvin <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro51?  Good scanner?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 04:32:18 GMT
Message-ID: <4jfp4i$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

I have been enjoying the scanning hobby along with amateur radio for
several years.  Have owned many different scanners, large and small.

A buddy of mine owns and operates a PRO-51.  LOVES IT.  It's got a hot
little receiver, extremely fast scanning speed, and being a
handheld--great for any type of scanning action.

Go for it.  Especially for the knockout price!!!!

Mark



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 800mhz to 400 converter?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 10:27:54 -0500
Message-ID: <4jgvhq$[e-mail]>
References: <4jg26o$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

Ramsey electronics also sells a kit.
According to a friend of mine, many electronics classes used to make this
one of their first class projects.  Since this was 25+ years ago, I doubt
you have to have fancy "chips".
                                                     cheers


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:27 1996
From: Two-Dogs <[e-mail]?>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Fix cellular phone to scan? Program phone to duplex w/another phone to phone?
Date: 29 Mar 1996 10:36:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgef3$[e-mail]>
References: <4j8c0p$[e-mail]> <4j9v1h$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Anderj1) wrote:
>I've got a motorola flip, any suggestions.
>James.

To avoid breaking the law, dont do this...

Short out the contact on the phone between the two battery
terminals to the negative battery terminal. (This can be done
easily by bending out the middle terminal on the battery to
about 30 degrees, then pushing the battery straight on the
phone without sliding it, just put one edge in first, then push
the other edge, and it will snap on)

  Now power on the phone, and numbers should be flashing on
the disply in the centre pin is making contact correctly with
the recessed center pin on the phone.
 Press #08#, this un-mutes the speaker.
Now press 11xxxx# where xxxx is a 1 to four digit number
corresponding to the channel you want to listen in on. (1-1023)



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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:28 1996
From: Perreau2 <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 29 Mar 1996 12:19:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgkgd$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itlar$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j2adv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jg19t$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

With that kind of talk.. go back to the CB  band.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:29 1996
From: Perreau2 <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 29 Mar 1996 12:20:01 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgkhh$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itlar$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j2adv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jg19t$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

With that kind of talk.. go back to the CB
[e-mail] (John Lundgren) wrote:
>Ron ([e-mail]) penned:
>: > --
>: > Gary... KJ6Q... I am the NRA | Annoy a Liberal - say NO to gun control!
>: > ============================ | Annoy a Democrat - say BYE BYE CLINTON!
>: > Those who choose to "beat    |==================================
>: > their swords into plowshares"| "It's *EASY* to be a liberal, it's
>: > may end up *PLOWING* for     | OTHER people's money you are giving
>: > those who DON'T!             | away! (or living off of!)
>
>: Hey Gary, loved your taglines! Especially the one above about the plow-
>: shares:) I realize this is a bit off-topic, considering the newsgroup,
>: but do you listen to Rush?
>: Cheers, Ron Cain
>
>Cute, yeah, but not funny.  Maybe a sad commentary on the state of the
>world today.
>--




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:31 1996
From: [e-mail] (Brett Duane)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: TV Amp on Scanner
Date: 29 Mar 1996 13:05:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4jgn5s$[e-mail]>
References: <4j68af$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>George F. ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: I just picked up a Rat Shed 10-20dB TV amp and placed between my PRO-2006 a
nd
>: R/S Discone ant.  I have to turn the gain on the amp clear up before I noti
ce
>: any improvement on week signals.  Then at that setting I receive every page
r
>: in the county on images freqs.  Would I have been better off to get a bette
r
>: antenna to recieve my weak signals? Like maybe a Log Perodic?
>
>Yes.
>
>I hope you saved the receipt so you could take the amp back.  Those
>"amplifiers" do a lot better job at amplifying noise and undesired
>signals than anything you might actually want to receive.  I'll bet only
>one in 100 users actually gets any benefit from one.
>
>A better antenna is definitely the way to improve your reception.  In
>fact, it's the only way.

The only thing a log periodic will get you is directivity. You will gain the
advantage of being able to select what direction you are listening to. Otherwi
se, a
discone and log-periodic offer very wide bandwidth with low to moderate gain.

On the minus side, you have to be able to physially turn a log periodic, which

requires some sort of rotater.

You might have some success with an amplifier if you can put some sort of tuna
ble
filter between the antenna and amplifier. At least you can restrict was is com
ing
into your scanner somewhat.

Alternatively, you could have a bank of vertical antenna, each for a different

band....

Brett   KA7CGB



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:32 1996
From: Eric <jed1@198.4.75.51>
Newsgroups: alt.privacy,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless? - NO
Date: 29 Mar 1996 15:55:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4jh15k$[e-mail]>
References: <4j01pp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts) wrote:
>CrACKeD <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>>It seems like you are all confused as to whether or not it is legal to
>>listen to cordless telephone transmissions.  Well, being a ham radio
>>operator and scanner enthusiast in my area (and also publishing a small
>>frequency directory) I can fill you in on the facts.  It is illegal to
>>monitor cordless telephone conversations.  First, the FCC outlawed the
>                                                       ^^^
>Not, it was congress, not the FCC.
>
>>reception of cellular calls, and soon after came cordless.  Of course,
>>these laws are not the slightest bit enforcable, so I don't know why you
>>are even worrying about it in the first place.  You would have to really
>>TRY to get yourself caught by the right people for any consequences to
>>happen.
>
>Read 18 USC 2510 and 18 USC 2511 for details on what
>MIGHT happen, if you were caught.
>
>Look in the 3/26/96 edition of the Jackson [MI] Citizen Patroit,
>about a Jackson County sheriff deputy that monitored someone's
>cordless phone call(s) and then arrested her.
>
>------
>Links, Downloadable Programs, Catalog, Real Audio & More on Web
>Full Disclosure [Live] -- Privacy, Surveillance, Technology!
>(Over 153 weeks on the Air!)
>The Net Connection -- Listen in Real Audio on the Web!
>http://pages.ripco.com:8080/~glr/glr.html
>------
>
Thanks at least for including cites for your position.  I'll look them up
and compare them with the codified laws I believe are on point.  At any
rate, whether it's legal or not, I pose the following question: who would
want to spend their time listening to somebody else's phone conversation,
anyway???  Years ago, I spent an afternoon with a friend whose scanner
received cell calls--I don't know if it was legal at the time or if he had
moded the receiver.  What I recall is several hours of: "Don't forget to
stop for milk on the way home,"  "I love you honey!" and  "Ok, Bob--I'm at
the job site and I think we're gonna need about 20 more yards of
concrete..."  Is this what you want to spend your time doing???  To those
people who answer "yes" I would say, "Get a life."



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (R. D. Davis)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: No Code = No Brain = C.B.
Date: 29 Mar 1996 20:33:45 -0500
Message-ID: <4ji31p$[e-mail]>
References: <4csf3v$[e-mail]> <4fa64n$[e-mail]> <4fi74f$[e-mail]> <4gb4pa$[e-mail]>

In article <4gb4pa$[e-mail]>,  <[e-mail]> wrote:
>
>becoming interested in the old hobby is at an all time low. In my
>opinion, most types of people today who might become interested
>in radio are very quickly choosing computers instead, and for many

Yes, right - the typical modern-day computer users: people who buy IBM
type PCs, learn how to use MS-Windows, worship at the feet of Bill
Gates, don't know a quad-word from a logic analyzer, never hacked a
line of code and think that microcode is any program that runs on
microcomputers.  These are the same people who think that designing
and building one's own computer means purchasing IBM type PC clone
parts and assembling them.

>reasons. The rate of technical progress for radio is at a snails pace
>compared to computers. Computers require no license at all. I think

Not to mention now inefficient and sloppy programmers have become,
and how inefficient much software is these days.

>that one of the problems here is that most of the old ham radio
>people (the ones who are still interested) fall into one of 2 classes:
>
>1. They are proud that they learned the 1800's trade of Morse Code
>2. They think the government is god and it would be unwise to challenge

This just shows a lack of intellect on your part.  Morse Code may not
be what you consider to be "high-tech", but neither is the fork that
you eat with - nonethesless, both are still quite useful.

I'll bet that someone who knows morse code could be rescued from many
types of emergency situations more easily than you. If your
"high-tech" digital radio equipment, etc. breaks down and you don't
have the proper tools and supplies on hand to repair it, you'll be out
of luck.  On the other hand, someome with a battery and some wire, or
a flashlight, or something to send smoke signals with, who knows Morse
Code is more likely to survive than you are.  :-)

Why do you think that Morse Code is used for emergencies?  Because of
its simplicity and the mimimum of materials it requries to transmit
signals in emergency situations.  Until you can think of something
better to use for emergencies, stop complaining about Morse Code.

>At this point in time it might be best if the F.C.C. started thinking about
>alternative uses for the many bands that are assigned for amatuer usage.
>These bands are currently under utilized and would be
>more useful if they were assigned to another purpose.

That's pure idiocy.  Many people have quite an investment radio
equipment that only works on certain bands.  I don't think that
it's fair to make them stop using it.

>As an alternative, the government should then assign some bands for
>general civilian use and then require every radio to have a sub carrier
>digital encoder that identifies the radio so that any person causing
>problems could be identified and fined. Needless to say, some people
>would just remove the encoder, so maybe it's not really possible to
>regulate radio use........

What's to stop someone from modifying such an encoder so that they can
masquerade as someome else?

--
R. D. Davis  *  http://www.access.digex.net/~rdd    \Computer preservationist.

Home: [phone] * Eccentrics have more fun! :-)\Unwanted systems gladly
Unconventional Computer Consulting & PERQ Software,   \disassembled, removed
divs. of Transpower Industries, Inc. [phone]   \for free and preserved
.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:35 1996
From: [e-mail] (Porcine d'Lite)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Need MIR Space Station Freqs, please.
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 21:08:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4jhf3g$[e-mail]>

I have been searching for the MIR Space Station frequencies without
any results. Would anyone have them and please forward them to me?

Thanks in advance.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:36 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ar8000
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 22:21:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4jhnp1$[e-mail]>

Hi,

I too am considering the AR8000.  It would be my second scanner the
last being an ancient Bearcat 101.

He's a dumb question:  Can you simply search and autostore
frequencies?  It seems too easy if you could just turn on the radio
and pick all the local freqs w/o having to pour through freq books and
key code everything in...Thanks



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:37 1996
From: [e-mail](Tony)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR 3000/Need help!
Date: 29 Mar 1996 22:54:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4jhpo3$[e-mail]>
References: <4jhnp1$[e-mail]>

I am looking for a dist. for aor phone number or any1 that would carry
a power cord for the aor 3000...thnx



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:38 1996
From: [e-mail] (BOB2006)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Problem with BC2500xlt
Date: 29 Mar 1996 23:44:44 -0500
Message-ID: <4jie7s$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (BOB2006)

Same problem with mine and they fixed it and gave me a second battery pack


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:39 1996
From: Eric <jed1@198.4.75.51>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radar Jammers Work? / Policemen's Balls
Date: 30 Mar 1996 00:53:46 GMT
Message-ID: <4ji0mq$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <3148c1f8.4335415@news> <[e-mail]> <4j4vg0$[e-mail]> <3159f453.7058716@news>

[e-mail] (Phil Tull) wrote:

>I think your on to something here.  I also just read an interesting
>fact.  Cigarette smoking is actually good for you after all!  Yes, it
>appears that the coughing that habitual smokers do clears out their
>lungs.  The cancers that they get cause them to see doctors more
>frequently than non-smokers, they tend to get more checkups, and
>therefore live longer than non-smokers.

Really??  Exactly _where_ did you read this tidbit that will astound the
entire medical community?  Perhaps one of those highly respected medical
journals one can purchase with their groceries?  Although I wouldn't doubt
the integrity of someone with, say, an "enquiring mind," I can personally
attest to the fact that smoking did in fact cause leukoplakia
(pre-cancerous thickening of the oral squamous epithelium) as well as
squamous cell carcinoma in several of my patients.  In fact, if you add
alcohol to cigarettes, the appearance of all kinds of cancers increase
dramatically.  Where I believe you probably read what you say you did,
perhaps the author was trying to make a point by pointing out the
ridiculous.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Wesley W. Ecker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BCT7 Mods?
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 96 01:39:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4ji338$[e-mail]>

I have a feeling I know the answer to this already, but I figured I'd ask
anyway.  Are there any mods out there for the BCT-7 that would extend it's
frequency coverage (not necessarily into the cellular band).

                                                      Thanks,
                                                        Wes



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tp://www.cs.uwec.edu/~eckerww/

"To err is human, but to really screw things up requires a computer."
  -Unknown


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:41 1996
From: [e-mail](Josefina Hernandez )
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: 800 Trunked Digital
Date: 30 Mar 1996 02:20:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4ji5pt$[e-mail]>

Well I am down here in Miami,FL and the county pd is going to change
its freqs to 800 digital. I have heard that we won't be able to listen
to them any more because the freqs is digital can anyone please give me
some info on whether or not this is true and whether I can be able to
listen to them.

Fernando
Please leave email or respond here


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:42 1996
From: vv <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC-200 dead, need ideas...
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 02:21:25 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jgd7l$[e-mail]>
To: Sean Murphy <[e-mail]>

Sean Murphy wrote:
>
> Fellow hobbyists:
>
>      My ol' reliable Bearcat 200 handheld recently took a dump.  The
> radio had been working fine previously.  I kept it in my backpack in
> it's own padded pouch and carried it to work everyday.
>      For a period of time I left it in the backpack and let the battery
> drain down.  About a week ago, I took it out of the backpack and
> decided it was time to charge it up for springtime.
>      Well, that's when the problem was discovered...  Much to my
> chagrin, the damn thing wouldn't turn on, even with the charger in the
> battery pack.  I let it charge overnight (approx. 12 hrs.) and still it
> would not turn on, no display, no sqawk from the closed squelch through
> the speaker, zip, zilch, nada!
>      Needless to say I was pissed.  I checked the supply and battery
> pack on a bench tester vmeter and they both checked out.
> I disassembled the rig and peeked inside and both power leads were
> connected and were allowing current through to the board.  I observed
> no obvious signs of damage, (i.e. little surface mount parts falling
> about on my bench) nor any other visable signs of abnormality as from
> drop damage or other shock...
>      HELP!  My summation is that I have a bad op-amp on the mainboard
> somewhere...  Any ideas, tips or other info would be appreciated!  Is
> there a factory reset dip or pin-push switch on the mainboard
> somewhere?  Is it time to trash or should I mail it to factory service?
>  Perhaps, I should buy another rig.  I hate to think that ol' reliable
> is finished...  Thanks in advance for any assistance!  Spare me spam,
> like I give a damn.
>
> Regards,
> Sean Murphy
> ---------------------
> [e-mail]
>

try pressing the scan and manual buttons while turning on
the scanner, same thing happend to my 200 and this fixed it.


mike, n6ooi.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:43 1996
From: vv <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC-200 dead, need ideas...
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 02:23:41 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jgd7l$[e-mail]>
To: Sean Murphy <[e-mail]>

Sean Murphy wrote:
>
> Fellow hobbyists:
>
>      My ol' reliable Bearcat 200 handheld recently took a dump.  The
> radio had been working fine previously.  I kept it in my backpack in
> it's own padded pouch and carried it to work everyday.
>      For a period of time I left it in the backpack and let the battery
> drain down.  About a week ago, I took it out of the backpack and
> decided it was time to charge it up for springtime.
>      Well, that's when the problem was discovered...  Much to my
> chagrin, the damn thing wouldn't turn on, even with the charger in the
> battery pack.  I let it charge overnight (approx. 12 hrs.) and still it
> would not turn on, no display, no sqawk from the closed squelch through
> the speaker, zip, zilch, nada!
>      Needless to say I was pissed.  I checked the supply and battery
> pack on a bench tester vmeter and they both checked out.
> I disassembled the rig and peeked inside and both power leads were
> connected and were allowing current through to the board.  I observed
> no obvious signs of damage, (i.e. little surface mount parts falling
> about on my bench) nor any other visable signs of abnormality as from
> drop damage or other shock...
>      HELP!  My summation is that I have a bad op-amp on the mainboard
> somewhere...  Any ideas, tips or other info would be appreciated!  Is
> there a factory reset dip or pin-push switch on the mainboard
> somewhere?  Is it time to trash or should I mail it to factory service?
>  Perhaps, I should buy another rig.  I hate to think that ol' reliable
> is finished...  Thanks in advance for any assistance!  Spare me spam,
> like I give a damn.
>
> Regards,
> Sean Murphy
> ---------------------
> [e-mail]
>

try pressing the scan and manual buttons while turning on
the scanner, same thing happend to my 200 and this fixed it.


mike, n6ooi.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:45 1996
From: vv <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC-200 dead, need ideas...
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 02:24:57 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jgd7l$[e-mail]>
To: Sean Murphy <[e-mail]>

Sean Murphy wrote:
>
> Fellow hobbyists:
>
>      My ol' reliable Bearcat 200 handheld recently took a dump.  The
> radio had been working fine previously.  I kept it in my backpack in
> it's own padded pouch and carried it to work everyday.
>      For a period of time I left it in the backpack and let the battery
> drain down.  About a week ago, I took it out of the backpack and
> decided it was time to charge it up for springtime.
>      Well, that's when the problem was discovered...  Much to my
> chagrin, the damn thing wouldn't turn on, even with the charger in the
> battery pack.  I let it charge overnight (approx. 12 hrs.) and still it
> would not turn on, no display, no sqawk from the closed squelch through
> the speaker, zip, zilch, nada!
>      Needless to say I was pissed.  I checked the supply and battery
> pack on a bench tester vmeter and they both checked out.
> I disassembled the rig and peeked inside and both power leads were
> connected and were allowing current through to the board.  I observed
> no obvious signs of damage, (i.e. little surface mount parts falling
> about on my bench) nor any other visable signs of abnormality as from
> drop damage or other shock...
>      HELP!  My summation is that I have a bad op-amp on the mainboard
> somewhere...  Any ideas, tips or other info would be appreciated!  Is
> there a factory reset dip or pin-push switch on the mainboard
> somewhere?  Is it time to trash or should I mail it to factory service?
>  Perhaps, I should buy another rig.  I hate to think that ol' reliable
> is finished...  Thanks in advance for any assistance!  Spare me spam,
> like I give a damn.
>
> Regards,
> Sean Murphy
> ---------------------
> [e-mail]
>

try pressing the scan and manual buttons while turning on
the scanner, same thing happend to my 200 and this fixed it.


mike, n6ooi.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:46 1996
From: Tim Riffle <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Are there any mods for the RS PRO-50 Handheld?
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 96 02:26:42 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Help!

I am looking for some mods for my Pro-50 scanner, mainly to remove the blocks
between 54.0000Mhz and 138.0000Mhz.  Does anyone know of this mod, and if so,
do they know where I can get it?


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:46 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
From: Tim Murray <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]
References: <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j50bm$[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 03:03:46 GMT

Tony, grow up.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:47 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jhsjk$[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 03:59:33 GMT

Mark S. Conway ([e-mail]) wrote:
: >--
: >Cheers,
: > /-------------------------------------------------------------------------
\
: >| Jonathan Clough             |       HF/VHF/UHF Receivers & Scanners
 |
: >| Javiation,                  |      from all the leading manufacturers
 |
: >| Bradford, UK                |Full coverage, "unblocked" scanners Includin
g|
: >| Tel: [phone]     |   PRO-26/43, UBC-3000XLT, AR5000/7030/8000
 |
: >| Fax: [phone]     |     http://www.demon.co.uk/javiation/
 |
: >| Compu$$erve: 100117,535     \--------------------------------------------
-|
: >| Internet   : [e-mail]  (PGP Key available on request)
 |
: > \-------------------------------------------------------------------------
/

: That's what I did, replaced the whole board, i'm very satisfied
: with my European Board from Javiatin. It only took 3 weeks from
: the UK and 10 minutes to install. No soldering.

How much is this?  Are these in short supply?  Do they also work with the
Pro-2042?  Does it give any other benefits besides unblocking, such as
providing for computer interface?


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:48 1996
From: [e-mail](Michael Neidich)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.video.cable-tv,rec.audio.marketplace
Subject: FREE:  Zenith Trans-Oceanic Model Number List
Date: 30 Mar 1996 04:40:44 GMT
Message-ID: <4jie0c$[e-mail]>

Mention FREE LIST in your response to get my model number, chassis
number, tube count, years mfgd., band count, other info.  I need a
7000-1 with two tunable VHF bands for my own use.
73,
K2ENN


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (Stanley Brown)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS:  Uniden BC-120XLT New $160-100 Ch. Prog. Handheld Scanner
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 05:13:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4jifrf$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I have Brand new, in the box Uniden scanner.  100 programmable
channels using 11 bands, including aircraft.  10 banks of 10 channels
and 10 priority channels.
Preprogrammed service search.  Includes rechargable nicad battery.
Plus shipping.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joe Lynn)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: Uniden BC-350A Mobile Scanner
Date: 30 Mar 1996 09:18:48 -0600
Message-ID: <4jjjco$[e-mail]>


For Sale:  Uniden Bearcat 350A Mobile Scanner

----

Covers the following frequencies (MHz):

29-54, 108-174, 406-512

Includes preprogrammed frequencies in banks for Police, Fire/Emergency,
Aircraft, Marine, and Weather. (Police and Fire banks have 20 and
10 user-programmable slots respectively.)  Also includes a private bank for
20 additional frequencies.

Antenna, all manuals, hardware, etc. (including car mounting bracket and
cigarette lighter adapter) included.  120V power cube is a bit
flaky, but a standard 12VDC/500mA adapter will work.

$60 or best offer.

Send email if interested.

jtl
--
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:51 1996
From: "Robert D. Kubichek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR 1500
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 09:20:06 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have the AOR1500, and I've noticed that there is a 2lead cable inside
the bat compart. is it for proggraming, and ifso where can I get the
info for doing it?


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:52 1996
From: "Robert D. Kubichek" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Wanted , Uniden 8100 alphanumeric scanner
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 09:23:33 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Looking for the 8100, will buy or trade, i have some Vhf, Uhf radios,
and computer hardware!


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:53 1996
From: [e-mail] (WalterTA)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-26 Mod WORKS!!
Date: 30 Mar 1996 09:32:12 -0500
Message-ID: <4jjglc$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (WalterTA)

>If you buy a European PRO-26, it will NOT step in 30 Khz increments.
>Remember that the USA cellular channel spacing is 30 Khz. You will have
to
>set it for a 5 Khz step and hit the serch button more than you would
like.

Jim,

But at least you have direct keyboard entry of cellular frequencies. Yes
you have to use 5KHz but you have to use 5KHz on a US model if you listen
to images or do the "jumper" mod so that "argument" is pretty weak IMO. I
have an MVT-7100 that does not have 30KHz steps - just use 10KHz and it
works like a champ.

I'm now waiting on my PRO-26 from Javiation ordered last week and I won't
be worrying about images or mods. I choose the PRO-26 over the Bearcat
3000XLT so I could use AA batteries.

Whatever, enjoy what you have !

WTA.





From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:54 1996
Date: 30 Mar 1996 09:39:32 EDT
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Hugh Duff)
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jgeq0$[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: 12v to phone jack-what happened?


> [e-mail] wrote:
> >As suggested by the subject line, someone decided to help my
> >father out by charging his scanner for him.  They connected
> >a 12v universal adapter to the headphone jack on a Uniden
> >Sportcat (SC 150).
>
> >The scanner seems to operate normally with all the functions working
> >correctly.  It still receives the signals and scans just like normal.
> >The problem is the audio.  The sound is very weak and somewhat >distorted.

> >Shawn Raper <[e-mail]>
>
>
> My guess is that the speaker (and subsiquently the phone jack)
> is 'AC' coupled to the audio amp' circuit, and connecting DC
> to the jack has damaged the audio output coupling capacitor.
                   HUH ???

> Check the capacitors around where the speaker/phone-jack wires connect
> to the PCB, you may see a capacitor with a bulge in the top
> of the can, or with the can pushed off, or on an angle.
>
>
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------
> Return the Liars Club, 3-RRR Melbourne http://suburbia.net/~fun/scn/
> ---------------------------------------------------------------------


HELLO !!!
If the speaker is indeed AC coupled to the audio amp then injecting
12vdc should not have passed through the capacitor. Now if it was DC
coupled, then you would have problems.

Hugh Duff  VA3TO  Toronto


---
 ■ NFX v1.3 [000]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:55 1996
From: seizure <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Radio Shack: You got Questions, we got RUDE answers
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 14:20:02 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ikmdl$[e-mail]> <4imhpn$[e-mail]> <4io1s2$[e-mail]> <4ip997$[e-mail]> <4ir2oi$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j68ii$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Ok, people.  Here's the latest scream about Radio Shack.  Pick up the
1995-96 copy of "Police Call" (Orange book; the Blue one is 96-97)  and
look on Pages 34 and 35.  No, wait, read the whole introduction!  It is
nothing but pompass SHIT they wrote just to be able to say they
introduced the book.

I will quote some of it.  Fuck their shitty copyrights.
Comments in ()'s are my own.

"BEFORE YOU WRITE...
        We love to hear from you!  Tell us what you liek, or don't like
about Police Call.  Before you ask us a question, please read 'Listener's
Guide' to be sure the answer isn't to be found there."
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Boy, we SURE are STUPID, aren't we.

"1. 'Can you send me the frequency of...?'
        What you see in POLICE CALL is all we've got. (snip snip) We
print everything that's in the computer (ROFL) when we go to press.
Between Issues, we can't answer induvidual requests for frequencies not
shown."
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Gee, you jack asses at Radio Shack sure are nice!!!   I'm glad I can go
to PerCon.

"4.  'Is POLICE CALL available on disk?'
        No.  We have no plans to do so."
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Damn, that was blunt!

"5. 'Do you have information on ...'
        No.  Contact your dealer or manufacturer."
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Ouch!  Dammit don't they have ANY compassion?  Hell if *I* worked at
Radio Shack I'd even help the goddamn newbies that stroll in every day.

JunKie <[e-mail]>
Feel free to flame me at any time.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Gary Belt)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro-43 trouble
Date: 30 Mar 1996 14:23:29 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4jjg51$[e-mail]>
References: <4jbb6u$[e-mail]> <4jbfsj$[e-mail]>

I also had a problem with intermittant keypad response from my TR2400
handheld; sent it back under warr thinking I needed a new keypad. The
tech said there were some cold/cracked solder conn on the bd. That was
last yr, been great ever since.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:58 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Raymond)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Best Scanner?
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 14:36:45 GMT
Message-ID: <4jjhbp$[e-mail]>

I am getting ready to invest in a new scanner and would like advice
and opinion on what you feel the best scanner is on the market right
now?

Thanks for all replies.

Bob

KG7WC




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:14:59 1996
From: [e-mail] (Atkins)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Who Is Where, 137MHz thru 5GHz! Don't miss! - spectrm.doc (0/1)
Date: 30 Mar 1996 15:36:39 -0600
Message-ID: <4jk9h7$[e-mail]>
References: <4iv66n$[e-mail]>

Anthony O. Cardenas ~ WA6IGJ ([e-mail]) wrote:
: To the serious scanner fan,

: This file was five US Government files found at NTIA/OSM; burried deep
: within the Internet.  Now, all five files are combined into one document.
: The redundant info has been editied out.  The data includes assignments
: from 137MHz thru 5GHz!   It is a outstanding resource document.


This is the second time this fella has posted this "file" and it is
NOWHERE to be found.  He is obviously trying to attach it via MIME or
some other type of method that IS NOT WORKING.  I mailed him about it and
he doesn't appear to understand.  Anyway, for those of you confused
because there is no attached file as indicated, you are not alone.  I was
able to get this guy to send it to me email, but guess what he did...he
encoded it via BINHEX-4.0.  For people trying to send plain text files
over email or to newsgroups, however large they may be, it is NOT
NECESSARY to encode the file.  UUENCODING, MIME, and BINHEX are for
encoding BINARY files so that they can be transmitted via email/usenet.
If you have a big text file (within reason) that you want to post, just
send it within the document!  Don't try to encode it!
Thanks.
--T



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:00 1996
From: A&JP <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 30 Mar 1996 16:56:41 GMT
Message-ID: <4jjp49$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itlar$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j2adv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jg19t$[e-mail]> <4jgkgd$[e-mail]>

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--
A&JP
i totaly agree with you,they polluted cb/polluted 2m.band/now hf/
tomorrow(today)net/now what?vo2apl 73's


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From: Perreau2 <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.ant
enna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.mis=
c,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 29 Mar 1996 12:19:25 GMT
Organization: Michigan State University
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References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itla
r$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]=
ca> <[e-mail]> <4j2adv$[e-mail]> <3159ABC6.2B11
@ix.netcom.com> <4jg19t$[e-mail]>

With that kind of talk.. go back to the CB  band.


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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (Jim Wayda)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Date: 30 Mar 1996 17:21:32 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jhsjk$[e-mail]>

Yes, But does the new logic board provide a 30khz step?

Jim Wayda
Captain, Scanner Price Police



In article <4jhsjk$[e-mail]>, "Mark S. Conway"
<[e-mail]> wrote:

: Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]> wrote:
: >In article <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> [e-mail] "N7CHS" writes:
: >
: >Hi Chuck,
: >
: >
: >> Anyone have a modification of this scanner to receive cellular?
: >
: >There would appear to be several ways to "receive" cellular on the
: >PRO-2035 with success.
: >
: >EIther look at the GRE "Converter" from Comapnies such as Grove which will
: >give you cellular "images" around the 400MHz area. Alternatively as
: >others have suggested a recent MT issue gave details of a modification
: >that does require some "DIY surgery" and will again give cellular
: >reception out of band.
: >
: >The only way however to restore "full coverage" so you can just key
: >frequencies in "as normal" is replace the main CPU with the GRE-9410
: >CPU that is fitted to the PRO-2035 (20-9460). It is possible to buy just
: >the chip (not socketed) or the complete logic board to which it is fitted.
: >The latter will probably be the most expensive option of all the above but
: >the easiest.
: >
: >--
: >Cheers,
: > /-------------------------------------------------------------------------
\
: >| Jonathan Clough             |       HF/VHF/UHF Receivers & Scanners
 |
: >| Javiation,                  |      from all the leading manufacturers
 |
: >| Bradford, UK                |Full coverage, "unblocked" scanners Includin
g|
: >| Tel: [phone]     |   PRO-26/43, UBC-3000XLT, AR5000/7030/8000
 |
: >| Fax: [phone]     |     http://www.demon.co.uk/javiation/
 |
: >| Compu$$erve: 100117,535     \--------------------------------------------
-|
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:
: That's what I did, replaced the whole board, i'm very satisfied
: with my European Board from Javiatin. It only took 3 weeks from
: the UK and 10 minutes to install. No soldering.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:03 1996
From: Mike <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FREQ:Eglin AFB or Hurlburt Field???
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 19:07:56 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

Lawrence H. Zielasko wrote:
>
> Taking a trip to Eglin AFB, FL and was hoping someone may be able to
> provide some frequencies for Eglin AFB, Hurburt Field, or the
> surrounding area.  Appreciate any help provided!


Try these I don't know if they apply to Eglin.  You may want to try perconcorp
.com to search for
the frequencies.

Military Air Frequencies
Control Towers 236.600  Coast Guard Air 237.900,  381.80        Emergency 243.00        Fligh
t
Service 255.400  Naval Fleet Aircraft 277.800   Search & Rescue 282.800 Strategi
c Air Command
311.00  Naval Control Towers 340.20     Pilot to Tower 372.200

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:04 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AR8000 (a few left)
Date: 30 Mar 1996 21:03:16 GMT
Message-ID: <4jk7ik$[e-mail]>

METROSOFT still has a  few AR8000s in stock.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
http://www.webcom.com/metrosft/

Mike
Metrosoft


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:05 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds - FOUND ON 920.500 WFM
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 21:39:55 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jakl0$[e-mail]>
To: Paul Sanchez <[e-mail]>

Paul Sanchez wrote:
>
> In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
> --Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
> --Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
> --day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
> --frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi,
> --and UHF band.
> --
> --Thanks,
> --Bob
>
> I usually find fast food resturants in my area in the 29-54 Mhz range.

I found the McDonalds In Gaithersburg, MD on 920.5000 Mhz Wide FM.  The
headsets in use there were manufactured by "GM"

Todd Penney ([e-mail]) in Halifax, Nova Scotia found a Dairy Queen
on 920.2625 Mhz

Has anyone had any luck in finding the input frequency (headset) for this
new type of headset?

Thanks,
Bob


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:06 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (SARUMAN)
Subject: Re: News: Group.. for ham radio..? ******
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 21:40:10 GMT

>Can some one tell me if there is a news group for Ham Radio..?

>-Rick

>Send email

>thanx's

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Plenty....try rec.radio.amateur prefix's

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dave Croyle)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Opinions wanted: AOR AR2700 & Opto "Cub"
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 22:18:31 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

  I'm interested in these two, they seem like a solid yet (relatively)
inexpensive combination. I'd appreciate any advice or opinions on the
quality, etc. of these two products, especially from those with hands-on
experience with them.
  Thanks, I just hate finding out about something's crippling limitation
AFTER I've paid for it...

 Dave

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:08 1996
From: Mike <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Frequencies
Date: Sat, 30 Mar 1996 22:30:24 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jkou6$[e-mail]>

Chester A.Stapleton wrote:
>
> Need  scanner frequencies for Southeastern Kentucky and Northeastern
> Tennessee.


Try www.perconcorp.com to search for frequencies.


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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:08 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC220XLT Mods or Key Sequence
Date: 30 Mar 1996 22:50:05 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkdqt$[e-mail]>
References: <4jkb4b$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Summary: references

In article <4jkb4b$[e-mail]>,
Your Full Name <[e-mail]> wrote:

    >Please reply if you know of any mods or key sequences for
    >the Bearcat 220XLT scanner. I don't have a e-mail address.

See my BC220XLT/BC230XLT review in the current issue (April 1996)
of Monitoring Times magazine.  Also, Steve Donnell published
a modification article for the BC220XLT in the January 1995 RCMA
Scanner Journal.
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             Find and identify transmitter sites with RadioMap(tm)


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:09 1996
From: [e-mail] (Paul Shoemaker)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Montana Standoff Freq's
Date: 30 Mar 1996 23:27:40 GMT
Distribution: world
Message-ID: <4jkg1c$[e-mail]>

Looking for any freq's F.B.I. or feds may be using in standoff with
Freemen in Eastern Montana.  Please e-mail.

thanks

paul



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:11 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Pro 2035 & Cellular
Date: 30 Mar 1996 23:40:23 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkgp7$[e-mail]>
References: <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jhsjk$[e-mail]>

In article <4jhsjk$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>Jonathan Clough <[e-mail]> wrote:
>>In article <4j3fk2$[e-mail]> [e-mail] "N7CHS" writes:
>>
>>Hi Chuck,
>>
>>
>>> Anyone have a modification of this scanner to receive cellular?
>>
>>There would appear to be several ways to "receive" cellular on the
>>PRO-2035 with success.
>>
>>EIther look at the GRE "Converter" from Comapnies such as Grove which will
>>give you cellular "images" around the 400MHz area. Alternatively as
>>others have suggested a recent MT issue gave details of a modification
>>that does require some "DIY surgery" and will again give cellular
>>reception out of band.
>>
>>The only way however to restore "full coverage" so you can just key
>>frequencies in "as normal" is replace the main CPU with the GRE-9410
>>CPU that is fitted to the PRO-2035 (20-9460). It is possible to buy just
>>the chip (not socketed) or the complete logic board to which it is fitted.
>>The latter will probably be the most expensive option of all the above but
>>the easiest.
>>

>That's what I did, replaced the whole board, i'm very satisfied
>with my European Board from Javiatin. It only took 3 weeks from
>the UK and 10 minutes to install. No soldering.
>

How much is the Euro board? Is replacing the board to get cell the only
reason you would make this mod? How does the board compare to the US version
(it probably uses the UK bandplan right?).

The OS535 will also restore cell coverage and give you computer control to
boot, if you're willing to pay about $300.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:12 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Percon search speed
Date: 30 Mar 1996 23:48:04 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkh7k$[e-mail]>
References: <4ir1a0$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
>
>[e-mail] (James Lepphaille) writes:
>
>
>>I bought a Spectrum CD and on my sx25, 4meg machine, searches take about 10
>>minutes.
>>It's so damn slow I hate to use it!  You know, I just want to play around
>>with search queries and try different stuff but the slowness is maddening.
>
>They use FoxBase as the DB, now owned by MicroSoft. At least for the
>Spectrum CD, they don't seem to have provided much of an index to speed
>things up. A lot of searches I do end up reading the whole database.
>Plus, FoxBase itself seems to be pretty bad.
>With a 6x CDROM and a 486/66, I still find it objectionably slow.
>
I have a 100MHz Pentium, 16 Meg RAM, blah, blah, blah and I find the search
speed to be excruciatingly slow. The only alternative is to copy the CD to you
r
hard drive, assuming you have room for it. I bought the CD this week, and must

admit that I'm a bit disappointed. The interface is cheesy and the program
doesn't give you much in the way of options for slicing and dicing data. The
next thing will be for me to try and dump it all into some other database
program and see if I can massage the data better. There are also a lot of
discrepancies with the data on CD with what I have with ScannerMaster and
Police Call



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Alexander)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: What happened to this group???
Date: 30 Mar 1996 23:50:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkhbs$[e-mail]>
References: <4je9m7$[e-mail]> <4jehk9$[e-mail]>

In article <4jehk9$[e-mail]>, [e-mail]
says...
>
>
>Mark McAnally ([e-mail]) writes:
>> Where did everyone go??
>>
>
>I don't know !!!!
>
>
They were all killed off in the great Cheek/Moss flamewar!



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:14 1996
From: [e-mail] (Your Full Name)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC220XLT Mods or Key Sequence
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 00:04:11 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkb4b$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

Please reply if you know of any mods or key sequences for the Bearcat
220XLT scanner. I don't have a e-mail address.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:15 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark McAnally)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Here is my RS story......
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 00:27:07
Message-ID: <4jl8d6$[e-mail]>

Everyone seems to have a favorite Radio Shack story, so here is
mine.....

Two years ago, when I first got my ham radio license, I needed a
12V power supply to get the full 5 watts out of my HT. So I went
to the Radio Shack at Cordova Mall in Pensacola, FL and asked to
see one of their models. The sales guy asked what I needed it for
and I told him to power my ham radio. Well, he said I did not need
it since "you ham guys have repeaters and all that kind of stuff
and you don't need the extra power, the repeater takes care of
that for you." I just smiled, walked out, and bought a power
supply from another equipment dealer.

73, KE4QKN in Milton, FL



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:15 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: WTB:800 Mhz Scanner
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 00:32:17 GMT
Message-ID: <4jl5i1$[e-mail]>

I have a friend who wants one cheap.  Or at least reasonable.  It does
not have to be modifiable.  Please E-mail back to [e-mail] as
I don't always have time to check the threads.  Thanks
fred



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:16 1996
From: [e-mail] (Allan Abruzzese)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ISO: Scanner Listeners in NE PA & NW NJ
Date: 31 Mar 1996 01:10:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkm1a$[e-mail]>

I'm looking for scanner listeners in Northeast Pennsylvania and
Northwest New Jersey interested in sharing/compiling information
and possibly starting a listener's group. If you're interested,
please e-mail me ([e-mail]) or call the Communications
Intelligence BBS [phone].


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:17 1996
From: "B. K." <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: 800 Trunked Digital
Date: 31 Mar 1996 01:44:37 GMT
Message-ID: <4jko25$[e-mail]>
References: <4ji5pt$[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

Yes it is true:

If the PD id going to TRUE DIGITAL trunking, your radio scanner (which
can only decode analog signals) will not be able to decode the digital
signal.

BUT some people that have purchased DIGITAL Trunked radios and have
access to the software can monitor.  I'd say 99% of the time, this
method has been illegal (meaning that the user somehow got something
that they weren't suppose to have).

My PD here is going Digital in 96 and the news media is being allowed to
purchase a $3000.00 radio that can monitor only the normal radio
traffic.

Hope this helps.  When and if someone makes a digital scanner is
uncertain. (The problem is what price are people willing to pay???)




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:18 1996
From: "Chester A.Stapleton" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Frequencies
Date: 31 Mar 1996 01:59:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4jkou6$[e-mail]>

Need  scanner frequencies for Southeastern Kentucky and Northeastern
Tennessee.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:19 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Mark Paladino)
Subject: ELECTRONIC REPAIR SERVICES
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 03:37:43 GMT

Experienced electrical eng. 23 years in the electronics industry. I
specialize in the "difficult" repairs or the ones that other shops
won't do. Esoteric, obsolete, out of production, no parts available, no
schematics, don't know where to turn for help? I "do" challenges!
Fully equipped shop and parts capability.

--
Mark Paladino
Custom Avionics and Electronics, Inc.
Craftsmen in Electronics  Rochester, Ny.
FAA CRS QQMR572K   FCC PG-20-8726
[e-mail]  phone [phone]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:20 1996
From: Robert Barker <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Uniden 2500XLT Mod?
Date: 31 Mar 1996 04:24:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4jl1d8$[e-mail]>

Is there a cellular mod for this radio and will it go in .30khz steps



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (Chris Valliant)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: C.B Freq. ?
Date: 31 Mar 1996 04:26:58 GMT
Message-ID: <4jl1ii$[e-mail]>

I know this is an old question, but I printed the post of them and promply
lost them. If someone could repost them I would greatly appreciate it.

        Thanks alot
                Chris Valliant



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:21 1996
From: [e-mail] (DAVE M . SCHERTZER)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Montana Stand-off Info...
Date: 31 Mar 1996 04:45:24 GMT
Message-ID: <4jl2l4$[e-mail]>

Anybody listening to the Montana incident which
iz gett'in wide news of CNN ect ect?? Bet the
scanner listeners r hav'in fun....Who's got a gud
list of FBI freqs ect ect??  ....have fun....



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glenn Johnson (KB5VQI))
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack: You've got Questions. We're Clueless
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 05:14:57 GMT
Message-ID: <4jl4cd$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4g602j$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4gu1vr$[e-mail]> <4hfpv7$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ikmdl$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Brian E. Davis) wrote:

>On Mon, 18 Mar 1996 22:49:02 GMT, [e-mail] (Bill Sheehan) wrote:

>>[e-mail] (Brian E. Davis) wrote:

>>
>>This guy sounds like one of the guys I fired for being incompetent. I
>>got trained, and I had a nice house in the burbs on what I made, but I
>>you see I COULD CUT IT!!!! I left, but it was because I wanted to do
>>something different. Tnady had inadvertantly TRAINED me for my new
>>career. The average age of the buyers in FW is about 36, most don't
>>even know what a New Yorker is, but hey they promote from within, and
>>only those guys WHO CAN CUT IT!!
>>
>>
>Let m erespond to the above:

>a.  I wasn't fired, I resigned to earn a better living.

>b.  I said Management.  Do you consider buyers management?

>c.  RS does promote from within, unfortunately the way they structure
>the company, they have little to draw from.  I stuck it out until I
>was in management, and did quite well with them, just not as well as I
>wanted to do.

>d.  For every happy employee, there are many former employees like
>me.... and many more unhappy customers.




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:24 1996
From: [e-mail] (Glenn Johnson (KB5VQI))
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Radio Shack, You've got questions, We're Clueless
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 05:16:08 GMT
Message-ID: <4jl4ek$[e-mail]>
References: <4icrue$[e-mail]> <4io96e$[e-mail]> <4ip3ka$[e-mail]>

[e-mail] (Mistie Mullarkey) wrote:

>Al Gritzmacher ([e-mail]) writes:
>>
>> We all love to pick on RS. And as a former RS employee (20 years ago, don't

>> blame me for anything recent ;-) - who had to work with some of the
>> 'salesman' types - I can sympathise.
>>
>> Let me let you all in on something... some of the customers were no picnic
>> either!!! For every bad salesperson story there's a stupid customer story.
>> But that's another thread!
>>

>When you look at their slogan, what it really means is:
>"You're stupid, We've got answers"

>They have answers for all the "Stupid" people out there. The worst thing
>about that, is that when a knowledgeable person goes in and asks a few
>questions, he will leave right away knowing how stupid the answers were.
>WHen a "stupid" person goes in to RS, they simply get ripped off or
>believe the wrong answers.






From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:25 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Enrico Tan D.p.m.)
Subject: WTB: Bearcat BC200XLT Scanner
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 05:58:46 GMT

I am looking for a BC200XLT, working or not, but must be unmodified.  If
you have any info please email me.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:25 1996
From: [e-mail] (David A. Boackle)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: ? CDPA
Date: 31 Mar 1996 07:21:40 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlbq4$[e-mail]>

Hello all,

I am wondering what the acronym "CDPA" means.  It was used by the local
(Oktibbeha county, MS) Sheriff's Dept. dispatcher.  There was a storm
moving into the area and the officers on partol would report back to
dispatch about seeing lightening in the area.

So, I gather from previous traffic the this has something to do with the
link to National Crime Information Center (NCIC).

SO, what does CDPA mean?  When it is "down", does this mean something is
physically lowered to avoid lightning, or is it meant figuratively?

Thanks for you time... :)



73 de KC5AAW
---
David A. Boackle   [e-mail]   Mississippi State University


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:26 1996
From: [e-mail] (HH357)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: the static thing, again
Date: 31 Mar 1996 07:39:02 -0500
Message-ID: <4jlud6$[e-mail]>
References: <4jkfqn$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (HH357)

Many years ago, they used to make an anti-static strap for your car.  It
was made out of some conductive rubber compound.  You attached it to
anything metal on the bottom of your car so that it would reach the
ground.
I thought that most tires were now made with something like that, and that
is why you don't see them much anymore.
By the way, they were still a high resistance, much like an anti-static
wrist straps today.
Try Pep Boys or some other auto parts store.
                                                            Good luck


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:27 1996
From: [e-mail] (KK5EP)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Date: 31 Mar 1996 07:47:24 -0500
Message-ID: <4jluss$[e-mail]>
References: <4imqpg$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (KK5EP)

1)  Try Verbal Advantage, the program REALLY works.

2)  Obtain your GED.

3)  Begin Group Therapy (see attention seeking, low self-image, etc.)

4)  Try your "FM-25" project again.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:28 1996
From: "Ken Bessler (KG0WX)" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.cb,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: No Code = No Brain = C.B.
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 07:51:25 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4csf3v$[e-mail]> <4fa64n$[e-mail]> <4fi74f$[e-mail]> <4gb4pa$[e-mail]> <4ji31p$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

kevin D. tischler wrote:
> ok, you think that,
> no problem...
> fuck you you stupid asswipe motherfucker....
>
> you started it.
> i ended it <twit filter on>
> eat shit you stupid pig fuck.
> go back to 2,10,1.2g, whatever.
> STAY OFF 11 METER
> <you may drown if your nose is to high during a heavy rain storm>
> fuck you you puke.....
>
> this is how U see us, therefore this is how we are.
> l8tr

Hmmmm. Sounds like CB to me!
--

                                Ken Bessler
                                Design Services Company
                                http://www2.southwind.net/~kg0wx
                                Model railroad designing


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:29 1996
From: [e-mail] (Bill)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: UPDATE:   ScanEASTMass WebPage (Bill & Margarida's)
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 08:06:39 GMT
Message-ID: <4jki7h$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

We changed ISP's again, and here's the new info:

Email:   [e-mail]
WWW:   http://www.channel1.com/users/brennick
BBS:  [phone]





From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:30 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mike EG961)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: sony sw1
Date: 31 Mar 1996 08:12:25 -0500
Message-ID: <4jm0bp$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Mike EG961)

I recently purchased a Sony sw-1 but it contained no owners's manual. Can
any one help me get a copy?
TIA
mike

[e-mail]
I didn't do it!


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:31 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: Bob Mazzola <[e-mail]>
Subject: AOR 2700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 08:49:30 -0500

Thinking of buying a 2700, but can't find info on what software allows
compuer control. Is it the same as the AOR 8000? Is the 8000 worth the extra
$?
Bob M. New Hampshire



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:32 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cell freqs 890-894Mhz
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 08:49:57 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jlrod$[e-mail]>

Rob Cheply wrote:
>
>         Does anybody know if the cell frequencies between 890-894Mhz
> are for people using cells on boats or in the water because listening
> to some it sounds like they are out on the ocean.
>
> P.S. How could they get cell towers in the ocean or I guess it just
> would't work,
>         Cory===============
There are no "cell frequencies" between 890-894 MHz, so if you are hearing cel
l calls, they are images.
It would help a *lot* if you could tell us what scanner you are using. The mor
e information we have, the better
we can answer your question.
Why does it sound like they are out on the ocean?
--
        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:33 1996
From: [e-mail] (Endel)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 31 Mar 1996 09:31:01 -0700
Message-ID: <4jmc05$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpufo$[e-mail]> <4hqd3g$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

I intervened one day a couple of years ago when the sales guy politely
explained to a customer that the 2 line phone when plugged into her
regular single line service would give her a second line to dial out
on.  I had been listening to their conversation and finally when she
was about to purchase I just couldn't let her go through with it, so I
filled her in.  She didn't buy the phone.

Sales guy got mad at me and wanted to argue about it.

Endel



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:34 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark E. Daniel)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Want to record frequency.
Date: 31 Mar 96 09:49:36 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Keywords: record, auto, how much

:) I've read about devices that attach to my scanner's phone jack
which I can connect to one of those tape recorders which has a
mic on/off switch (Anyone remember the old General Electric
with the attaching mic with the red dot, this would be the kind
of tape recorder needed, back then Intergreated Circut [IC] was
a big thing right on the front of it.)

Anyway, I'm getting off track.  What do I need to buy and how
much will I be investing?  It'd be nice to be able to sleep and
get the happenings on one frequency for the day.
--
Mark E. Daniel
[e-mail] (online)
[e-mail]
www:http://www.ald.net/~lsi


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:35 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
From: [e-mail] (Scott Gennari)
Subject: Re: Shit, my FM-25 is Fucked! What to do??
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4iruql$[e-mail]> <4itlar$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j4cei$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 10:03:46 GMT

Rob M. ([e-mail]) wrote:
: root <[e-mail]> wrote:

: I though the original FM25 post was perfectly O.K. so when
: is omeone going to actually help this guy??

Often the results of a request are reliant on the manner in which
they are asked. In general, using expletives to address the general
public for information will not yield more than what you have already
seen in this case - nothing related to the original request. Another
example of un"common" sense. A fair amount of disrespect is asserted
if not implied. Besides - "My FM-25 is F#@!ed" doesn't even describe
what the problem is. For all we know the guy dropped it in ocean.
It's up to "us" not to tolerate profane language and discourage it
in general. As has been shown in this thread.

Who cares if I get bent out of shape about profanity in some posts?
The point is profanity will earn you disrespect despite your "background"
or how how really talk. To me, commincation via internet is partially about
interaction. Well, we've interacted with this particular poster in a simlar
manner - without interest to the original request.

Scott Gennari

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:37 1996
From: Richard Paschal <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: FUN at local Radio Shack
Date: 31 Mar 1996 10:26:01 -0700
Message-ID: <4jmf79$[e-mail]>
References: <4haqjv$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpijs$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4hpufo$[e-mail]> <4hqd3g$[e-mail]> <4jmc05$[e-mail]>


--
---------------------
[e-mail]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:38 1996
From: Charles Bolland <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.digital.misc,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.homebrew,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.amateur.policy,rec.radio.amateur.space,rec.radio.noncomm,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Shortwave etc database program....
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 10:51:57 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

Sir,

A stand alone IBM compatible Broadcasting Radio Station Database
program for Longwave, Mediumwave, or Shortwave.  4000 records...
Completely read/write and updateable...

If you'd like a copy, send your EMail address and Postal Address
which will be used to pass you more detailed information on
the full featured program....

The above program will be sent via EMAIL...

All information will be kept confidential....

Chuck

KA4PRF


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:39 1996
From: <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Naughty Rude Words
Date: 31 Mar 1996 11:05:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4jloui$[e-mail]>


This thread having to do with the messed up FM-25 has certainly gotten the mil
eage.
We're all behaving like a bunch of politicians:  making a lot of noise about s
omething
that is not in the least bit important.  An emotional issue and therefore not
conducive
to rational discussion.
We're talking about words here, not some threat to personal or national securi
ty, or to
the health and general welfare of mankind.  Just words.
Every time I read another shrill and strident post on this subject
I think about what my son (10 at the time) said when Pee Wee Herman was busted
,
"Isn't that what people do when they watch porno flicks?"  Oh, that wonderful
purity
of a child's morality.  Come on folks, let's drop this thing for good. It's a
waste of resources
and time and it's getting ridiculous what with the patriots, the freedom fight
ers and the
moralists getting all frothed up.  What has finally done it for me is a messag
e I read today
that alludes to posts acceptable for "family channels" and "mixed company" yet
 has a
signature block that contains the suggestive double entendre "Hams do it bounc
ing off
the "F" layer."  What a hypocritical, self-righteous prig!


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:40 1996
From: Brett Kollar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AOR 3000/Need help!
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 11:29:49 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jhnp1$[e-mail]> <4jhpo3$[e-mail]>
To: Tony <[e-mail]>

Tony wrote:
>
> I am looking for a dist. for aor phone number or any1 that would carry
> a power cord for the aor 3000...thnx

Tony, try EEB at 800-368-3270 or you can buy one from me for $100 :)


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:40 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rob Cheply)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Victoria Scanner Listeners
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 11:58:19 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlrn8$[e-mail]>

        Hi I was wondering if their is anybody out their who lives in
Victoria Bc, Canada and has a scanner and would be intrested in
exchanging local frequencies when they find them.
        I have a lot of freqs about 20 i've found myself (Not listed
in any books)

        Also I am opening a web site for the Victoria Bc area the
address is Http://www.coastnet.com/cheply       -       it is not
working yet but should be up soon,
        Bye,    Cory


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:41 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rob Cheply)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: New Scanner www Site
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 11:58:20 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlrna$[e-mail]>

        Dear All,
I have opened a new web page with scanner info.  There are also
frequencies for the victoria,bc area
the address is  http://www.coastnet.com/cheply

        visit soon
Thank you


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:42 1996
From: [e-mail] (Rob Cheply)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Cell freqs 890-894Mhz
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 11:58:55 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlrod$[e-mail]>

        Does anybody know if the cell frequencies between 890-894Mhz
are for people using cells on boats or in the water because listening
to some it sounds like they are out on the ocean.

P.S. How could they get cell towers in the ocean or I guess it just
would't work,
        Cory


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:43 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael Oujesky)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner.uk,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap,phl.scanner,alt.forsale,austin.forsale,houston.forsale,dfw.forsale,misc.forsale.non-computer,tx.forsale,us.forsale.misc
Subject: FT: 200/205XLT for PRO-60/26
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 96 12:07:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4jm01o$[e-mail]>
References: <4ggg43$[e-mail]> <4h5gdc$[e-mail]> <4hnq9g$[e-mail]> <4hsaul$[e-mail]> <4ifp6m$[e-mail]> <4j51ev$[e-mail]>
To: All


Anyone interested in trading a PRO-60 (or perhaps a PRO-26) for a Uniden
Bearcat BC-200/205XLT plus some cash?  The 200/205XLT has full 800 mhz
coverage enabled.


Here's the band plan for the 205XLT:

        Mhz Range       Description
      -------------     ------------------------------------------
        29.0-29.7       10 meter "Ham"
        29.7-50.0       Low band
        50.0-54.0       6 meter "Ham"
         118-136        Aircraft (AM)
         136-144        Military Land Mobile
         144-148        2 meter "Ham"
         148-174        High Band
         406-420        Federal Government
         420-450        70 cm "Ham"
         450-470        UHF
         470-512        "T"
         800-956        800 mhz

     200 channels in 10 twenty channel banks
     10 priority channels
     15 channels per second
     liquid crystal display
     0.4 microvolt sensitivity @ 29-54 & 136-174; 0.8 @ 406-512; 1.0 @ 800-956
     -55 db @ +/- 25 khz selectivity
     400mw audio output
     earphone jack
     slide-on nicad battery pack with external 12 vdc external connector
     12 vdc external power supply
     rubber ducky (BNC) antenna
     heavy duty pseudo-leather carrying case with belt hoop

Interested parties please reply via e-mail to [e-mail].

Thanks.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:45 1996
From: "Brian B. Riley" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 12:13:12 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4hnkdj$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4ip9t8$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iuu5n$[e-mail]> <4j3j48$[e-mail]>

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Marc KORTLANDER wrote:
>
> [e-mail] (John Moran) wrote:
>
> >It 's LEGAL to listen to ANYTHING you want.. A government can not tell
> >you what you can't listen to..Against first amendment...I listen to
> >anyhting and everything including including Cellulatr and cordless
> >lots of FUN stuff to listen to Sometimes
>
> you are very wrong! while the odds of being caught are almost nil, you
> still run the risk of penalty for violating the law

  It is not illegal and if it were it would virtually impossible to
enforce, what IS illegal is to divulge or otherwise make use of what
you hear when listening to these frequencies. The closest that they
get to making 'listening' illegal are the various laws that say you
cannot have a reciever capable of receiving on certain frequencies in
your possession in a vehicle, etc, sort of classifying them as 'burglary'
tools. But then they had to issue exemptions to hams, paramedics/e-squad
guys and so on. Then they got involved with 'prior-restraint' issues.
Its all a mess, but it boils down to 'no its not illegal', but it could
cost you a bundle to keep an ignorant local constabulary at bay if they
have some stupid laws.

- --
 Brian B. Riley --> http://www.together.com/~brianbr
  "If this is the first day of the rest of my life, I am in DEEP trouble!"


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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:46 1996
From: Paul Rulewski <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Any Pro-35 info available?
Date: 31 Mar 1996 12:22:38 GMT
Message-ID: <4jltee$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: [e-mail]

This is a multi-part message in MIME format.

---------------------------------21616936428708
Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii

I have a mod for this scanner to increase it to 200 channels,
if interested let me know.

---------------------------------21616936428708
Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit
Content-Type: text/plain

From: [e-mail] (Colin Sledge)
Reply-To: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Any Pro-35 info available?
Date: Fri, 29 Mar 1996 20:37:11 GMT
Organization: The Why Network
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I have a Pro-35 and wanted to know if there is any info for this
scanner in the way of freq mods, misc mods, etc.  From what I've been
able to research, there's not much (if any).
--------------------------------------------------------------
Colin Sledge

[e-mail]
--------------------------------------------------------------

---------------------------------21616936428708--


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:48 1996
From: Brett Kollar <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: AR3000 vs AR3000a
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 12:36:15 -0600
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
To: GRAEME WILLIAMS <[e-mail]>

GRAEME WILLIAMS wrote:
>
> Does anyone know what the "a" revision to the AR3000 means? Other than
> more LCD replacing some LEDs, and a different knob action, what other
> changes were made to the AR3000?
>
> Cheers,
> Graeme
> (A happy AR3000 owner)

To quote the EEB flyer I got when it first came out...

"The new AR3000A is very much an update to the AR3000 rather than a totally
new concept unit.  The main changes are of a mircoprocessor nature with a new
microprocessor PCB being incorporated with a lager LCD.

The mirco is now compiled using 'C' rather than 'BASIC', with improved
scan/search speeds, more facilities and better stability.  The AR3000A is
capable of searching up to 50 increments per second with the average scan
speed being 30 channels per second (both were only 20 on the AR3000).

As well as a lager LCD, the viewing angle has been changed from six o'clock
to twelve o'clock position, which provides a vast improvement weather at a
desk or when moundted in a vehicle.

Additional timing functions have been added for delay, pause and priority
sampling times.  There are now 100 pass frequencies in each search bank
instead of 48 available in the AR3000.

Hope this helps!

Brett Kollar
[e-mail]
(Another happy AR3000 owner)
The rotary tuning control is now free running, providing a nicer feel for
SSB/CW operation.

Microprocessor reset and memory clear facilities have been added to the front
panel, which prove very useful.  The RS232 connection now has a switch on the
rear panel to activate/deactivate the remote connection.  The RS232 is more
user friendly and now provides a sign-on welcome message and '>' ready
prompt.

While the list of additional benefits is quite long, the general RF
performance remains unchanged.

Many factory installed mods in the AR3000 have been incorporated in the new
AR3000A circuit boards.  As a result few images have been observed."


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:48 1996
From: [e-mail] (rickard faivre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Software recommendations for Opto OS-456?
Date: 31 Mar 1996 12:50:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlv25$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>

In article <[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] says...
>
>There are at least 3 programs that I know of.  Can anyone make any
>recommendations?
>
>Thanks!
>Rich
>
>

Check out http://yrkpa.kias.com/~stevehan/
I personally like the Probe 2.0

Rickard.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:49 1996
From: [e-mail] (rickard faivre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: CTCSS decoder
Date: 31 Mar 1996 12:54:44 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlvak$[e-mail]>
References: <4j65u1$[e-mail]>

In article <4j65u1$[e-mail]>,
[e-mail] says...
>
>Hi!
>Is there anyone out there who knows about any CTCSS-decoders for
computers. I would like to record tones from my scanner and let the
program decode them.
>
>I hope someone can help me.
>
>
>Best regards,
>
>Ola Jonshammar
>[e-mail]
>http://www.rbk.sollentuna.se/~ojo_93
>
Buy a magazine called "Popular Communications" it is available in
Sweden.

beh÷ver du mer hjΣlp sσ e-maila mig pσ
[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:50 1996
From: [e-mail] (rickard faivre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: DEMODULATING INVERSON ENCRYPTION
Date: 31 Mar 1996 13:04:06 GMT
Message-ID: <4jlvs6$[e-mail]>

How does one go about demodulating voice inversion encryption systems?
Are there any computer programs out there?

Thankful for any help.

Rickard.

"The truth is out there"


[e-mail]




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:51 1996
From: [e-mail] (Mark McAnally)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: * * * AFFORDABLE QSL CARDS * * *
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 13:09:50
Message-ID: <4jml3e$[e-mail]>

After some checking, I found out that QSL cards cost anywhere from
$70.00 to $450.00 per 1000 cards to be printed up. I also found
out that you are pretty limited to the color of card, artwork and
color of ink to choose from. I have been printing cards for my ham

friends for some time now and I have been encouraged by my friends

to branch out and advertise a little.

I can print 1000 cards with black ink for only $50.00. Why should
you order your cards from me? Because $50.00 is it! No shipping
charges, no setup charges, no hidden costs. PLUS...you have your
choice of 13 card colors, unlimited artwork, and you can have up
to FIVE different layouts per order. Want color ink? For example,
do you want a red, white and blue US flag on your cards? That
would only be $65.00 per 1000, with 13 card colors to choose from,

up to FIVE different layouts, and unlimited artwork in black or
colors.

Your card color choices are white, blue, yellow, pink, green,
ivory, peach, gray, and the following eyepopping flourescents:
yellow, pink, green, blue, and red. Artwork is too numerous to
list all designs here, but just some examples would be an ARRL
logo, ARES logo, SKYWARN logo, flags of all 50 states, maps of all
50 states, antennas and radios, flags and maps of US territories
and foreign countries and 1000's more...
Custom artwork available at NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE!!! Just tell me
what you want!!!

Reply via private email for a FREE sample snail mailed to you
today!

To place an order call Mark at [phone] or FAX [phone]
or you can mail check or money order to:

McAnally and Associates
6223 Hwy 90
Suite 301
Milton, FL  32570-1708



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:53 1996
Newsgroups: alt.privacy,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steven Bradley)
Subject:  Cordless and Cellular calls - private or not
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 13:49:21 GMT
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j01pp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

Glen L. Roberts ([e-mail]) wrote:
: CrACKeD <[e-mail]> wrote:
X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2]

... something about illegal cordless monitoring ...

Let's get this plain and simple ... cordless monitoring - judge(s) have
ruled you have no expectation of privacy when using a cordless phone.
Case closed!

cellular monitoring - yeah, some say it's against some law.  Has it stopped
me or anyone I know of?  NOPE.  In order to enforce the law, a law enforcement
person must personally see the offense as well as recognize it as one.  So,
if I am monitoring cell calls with an earphone in front of city hall or if
I am openly listening to them in my home, there is no means to "enforce"
said law, and no law prevents me from possessing equipment and using it
to do such.

Hence, no privacy with cordless OR cellular phones per example above.  Sooo
all of you 1 cent phone dealers with your nice fancy contracts and claims
of privacy on cellular phones 'cause its against the law, take a hike.  It
has not stopped me or anyone I know and I listen every night!

*Ironically this is the subject of a topic I will be presenting to a number
 of people tomorrow evening.  I am sure I will be very unpopular when I
 am done with anyone who *sells* cellular devices. *

You get as much privacy with a cellular or cordless phone, as you would
on a CB radio.  One difference - CB radios neither cost for airtime nor
require contracts of service.  You buy the radio, one time expense, with
antenna is under $150, and you own it.  You do not have to pay so much a
month ($29+) nor do you need to pay by the minute like long distance on
every local call you make.  True, it can't place or receive *phone calls*,
but for the purpose of illustration, it has the identical same amount of
privacy.

So I hear something cute you said on a cellular phone and I tell you about
it.  Now .. you'd like to take action as it is "illegal" to do that, right?
Just try to take any action, you will find everyone will laugh at you, they
will say - where is the evidence?  What?  You don't have any?  Prove this
occured!  Bang!  You're in contempt of court for wasting court resources
on a case you have no real evidence in, NEXT CASE!

I think that sums it up quite nicely.

Steven
--
Steven G. Bradley    |    The Forest City Exchange    | 121 Cambridge Drive
System Administrator |      Forest City, Florida      | Longwood, FL 32779-570
7
                     | 1200-14400/PEP  1200-33600/HST |
[e-mail]   | [phone]  [phone] | Tel: [phone]


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:54 1996
From: [e-mail](Ken M.)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.swap,rec.radio.scanner,tnn.comm.pager
Subject: FS: Various Misc. Items
Date: 31 Mar 1996 14:02:31 GMT
Message-ID: <4jm39n$[e-mail]>

I have the following items for sale:

1) ASTRON RS-12-A power supply. Bought six months ago and
used one week only. Mint Cond. 60 hz, 300 watts, 3 amp fuse
has 13.8 volts banana clip leads. (no meter) weight: 12 lbs.
Make offer.

2) MOTOROLA Base Mic for radius mobiles. Model # HMN1030D
Never Used. Paid $100.00. Make offer.

3) MOTOROLA Bravo pager programmer. This unit can change capcodes
and various options on the Bravo pager only. (not Bravo+)
New/Mint Condition w/ Manuals. Portable=uses 6 "AA" batteries.
Cost $350.00 new one year ago. Will sell for $175.00 firm.

Please reply with e/mail if interested @: [e-mail]

(Serious inquiries only, please)

Thank you.

==KEN==
Maryland


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:55 1996
From: [e-mail] (Richard Downs)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: BC2500XLT Sequences
Date: 31 Mar 1996 14:03:02 GMT
Message-ID: <4jm3am$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Richard Downs)

Just wondering,

Does anyone have a list of key sequences for the Bearcat 2500XLT?


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:56 1996
From: [e-mail] (Steven Fritts)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: PRO-2035 HELP
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 14:28:59 GMT
Message-ID: <4jm4vv$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Charles George) wrote:

>SB>I posted about this before but got know replie but I have a
>SB>PRO-2035 and the AUTO-store feature keeps storing the same
>SB>frequency over and over instead of skipping it if it find it again.

>I bought a 2035 and mine does the same thing in the Auto-store, so I
>think this is a bug, probably fixed/changed for the 2042.

>SB>What is the difference between this 2035 and the 2042?

>The 2035 is Double Conversion while the 2042 is Triple Conversion.
>I bought my 2035 for a discount Friday.  I use it to listen to
>Airplanes, Trains, DART the local transportation system, and the Weather
>which is preprogrammed. I also have the Dallas Police and Fire
>programmed.  I have 400 frequencies programmed and still have the rest
>to find interesting frequencies to program.
>

I thought the 2035 was triple conversion. Is it not?

Steve



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:57 1996
From: [e-mail] (Allan Abruzzese)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: ISO: Scanner Listeners in NE PA & NW NJ
Date: 31 Mar 1996 14:36:47 GMT
Message-ID: <4jm59v$[e-mail]>
References: <4jkm1a$[e-mail]>

In article <4jkm1a$[e-mail]>, [e-mail] (Allan Abruzzese) says
:
>

>please e-mail me ([e-mail]) or call the Communications
>Intelligence BBS [phone].
                   ^^^^^^^^^^^^<- OOPS! Wrong number!! Should be
                                        [phone].


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:57 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Jeffrey B. Workman)
From: [e-mail] (Jeffrey B. Workman)
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 15:07:41 GMT
Subject: REQ: Modification for Realistic Pro 2038


A frield of mine is looking for this mod.  If anybody has is please
post it or e-mail it to me.

Thanks in advance
Jeff



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:15:58 1996
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner,alt.privacy
From: [e-mail] (Glen L. Roberts)
Subject: Re: Legal to Listen to Cordless?
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]
References: <4irl4r$[e-mail]> <4iuc4q$[e-mail]> <4j15b1$[e-mail]> <4j2mva$[e-mail]> <4j74uk$[e-mail]> <4j8i08$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 15:32:59 GMT

[e-mail] (Stephen Byers) wrote:

>It is not illegal to listen to cordless phones, but it is illegal if you tape
>it without their permission.
>--

Read the Federal Wiretapping law, that I posted the relevant
sections of: 18 USC 2510, 18 USC 2511.

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From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:00 1996
From: [e-mail] (Dan Ferguson)
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,alt.radio.pirate,aus.radio,rec.radio.amateur.antenna,rec.radio.amateur.equipment,rec.radio.amateur.misc,rec.radio.scanner,rec.radio.shortwave,uk.radio.amateur
Subject: Re: If you don't like it!...(Was: @!#$, my FM-25 is @#&%$! What to do?)
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 15:59:03 GMT
Message-ID: <4jma3p$[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4ijvsq$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4iu54f$[e-mail]> <4j2rrd$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4j6qv1$[e-mail] <[e-mail]> <4j8oul$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>

"John Q. Customer" <[e-mail]> wrote:

>Andy Sennitt wrote:
>>
>>
>>
>> To which I would like to add that there are many of us in this
>> newsgroup who do not live in the United States, and to whom the First
>> Amendment is irrelevant.
>> It is also an insult to the vast majority of decent people who live in
>> the US and who do *not* abuse the First Amendment. Furthermore, every
>> time you post an obscene word, racist comment or whatever, you are
>> handing ammunition to those who want to see the Net more tightly
>> regulated. Ultimately, your actions could bring about curbs on the
>> very freedom you are claiming to uphold. Think about it!
>>
>> --- END OF SERMON ---
>>
>>


>That's exactly what the First Amendment protects, Einstein. It allows us
>the Freedom to abuse it, respect it, think its irrelevant, hate it, love
>it, etc.

>Obviously, your views toward the irrelevance of The First Amendment, and
>probably the U.S. Constitution, allow you to make such ignorant
>statements.

>John Q. Customer

One possible non-ignorant thing one might do is read and understand
the articles to which he responds.

One not ignorant of common courtesy would likely also sign his own
name.

dan


+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +
+ Dan Ferguson                                             [e-mail]  +
+ Opinions herein expressed are not those of the donut store I patronize. +
+ + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + + +




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:01 1996
From: [e-mail]
Newsgroups: alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: FS: Pro 2006,Pro 46,Bearcat 220
Date: 31 Mar 1996 17:29:56 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmfek$[e-mail]>

Radio Shack:

Pro 2006(1994 model), original box,accesories,manual,800 mhz mod.
Mint condition,no scratches,dents,or blemishes.     $350

Pro 46 (still under warranty) mint condition with all accesories and
manual,soft case. 800 mhz mod,also Beyond police call book included.$200

Bearcat 220 fair condition,works great,some of the chrome trim paint
faded.  $75





From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:02 1996
From: [e-mail] (F. Barry Mulligan)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: radio board makers
Date: 31 Mar 1996 18:16:34 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmi62$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

> I am looking for ... a reciever the handles 190.400.
>  John Hoaglun - Chief Photojournalist KOKH-TV

Are the folks at KWTV hiding something in their signal <g> ?
That frequency falls in the range of TV Ch 9, 186-192 MHz
(unless you mean kHz, in which case it's a LF aero nav beacon).

                                                       /* barry /&


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:03 1996
From: [e-mail] (rickard faivre)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: THE FUTURE OF SCANNING
Date: 31 Mar 1996 18:22:33 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmih9$[e-mail]>

Who or what do people with scanners listen to ?
I personally listen to everything that I can tune in on 30MHz-1.3GHz.
But in todays world more and more radio users are switching to digital
transmitters and as if that wasnt enough they are encrypting and
freq.hopping. What good will my scanner be in the future? It might do
as a paperweight. Are there any plans out there for digital scanners?
Why are new analogue scanners being developed when the way of the
future is digital?

I would like this artical to be a start to a discussion about the
future of scanning. Should this be a seperat newsgroup?

please excuse my poor english.

Regards.

Rickard.

[e-mail]



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:04 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: PRO-2035 HELP
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jm4vv$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 18:41:57 GMT

Steven Fritts ([e-mail]) wrote:

: I thought the 2035 was triple conversion. Is it not?

I believe it is.  1st IF at 612Mhz, second at 48Mhz, third at 455Khz
(AM), or 10.7Mhz (FM).

Can anyone explain why this thing is so good at picking up cellular
images at 1105-1120?



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:05 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Cell freqs 890-894Mhz
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jlrod$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 18:52:49 GMT

Rob Cheply ([e-mail]) wrote:
:       Does anybody know if the cell frequencies between 890-894Mhz
: are for people using cells on boats or in the water because listening
: to some it sounds like they are out on the ocean.

: P.S. How could they get cell towers in the ocean or I guess it just
: would't work,

I can think of one reason why.  Each cell site usually has only a limited
number of frequencies it uses.  Also, some cell sites have antennas which
are are directional, and use different frequencies for each.  There is
probably a cell site near the ocean, which uses those particular
frequencies.  When people use their phones from the boats, the phones
naturally connect to the cell nearest the ocean.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:06 1996
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: DEMODULATING INVERSON ENCRYPTION
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jlvs6$[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 19:02:38 GMT

rickard faivre ([e-mail]) wrote:
: How does one go about demodulating voice inversion encryption systems?
: Are there any computer programs out there?

They sell boxes, or kits to build them, in the popular scanner
magazines.

I suppose you could do something if you have access to a programmable
DSP.  Like, sample the voice at 2x the inversion frequency, negate every
second sample, then lowpass-filter at the limit of the audio (i.e.
3Khz).  Normally, the inversion is done by replacing the frequencies with
4Khz minus the frequency.  So in this case, you need to sample the audio
at 8Khz.  There are several good shareware WAV file manipulation programs
(i.e. GOLDWAVE) which can do this, but it takes a fair amount of skill.
Then you'd need your own program to open the WAV file and invert every
second sample.  Like I said, you can do this, but it will take a fair
amount of effort.


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Joel Bedard)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Frequences pour la province de Quebec.
Date: 31 Mar 1996 19:09:13 GMT
Message-ID: <4jml8p$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail] (Joel Bedard)


Bonjour!

Je suis en train de mettre en place un service WWW contenant les
principales frequences radio pour les utilisateurs de scanner.

Vos contributions sont bien sur les bienvenues!

Voici l'adresse :   http://phoque.info.uqam.ca/~joel/Quebec

Merci,

    Joel Bedard.


--
Joel Bedard    Etudiant en informatique de gestion a l'UQAM.
------------------------------------------------------------
Internet :  [e-mail]
Bitnet   :  bl108%Cleveland.Freenet.Edu@CUNYVM


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:07 1996
From: [e-mail] (Michael W. Freeman)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: austin antennas
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 19:12:25 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmle5$[e-mail]>
References: <4ji1m8$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (kenneth howland) wrote:

>HAS ANYONE USED THE AUSTIN ANTENNAS FOR THEIER SCANNERS.  OR BETTER
>YET , IF YOU HAVE USED ONE  HOW WELL DID IT PERFORM?  DID YOU DO ANY
>COMPARISONS?    KEN HOWLAND    [e-mail]

STOP YELLING!!! I have an Austin Condor on my Sportcat 150, and it
works much better than the stock one. It's long, but it works.




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:09 1996
From: Bill Funk <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: THE FUTURE OF SCANNING
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 19:19:07 -0700
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4jmih9$[e-mail]>

rickard faivre wrote:
>
> Who or what do people with scanners listen to ?
> I personally listen to everything that I can tune in on 30MHz-1.3GHz.
> But in todays world more and more radio users are switching to digital
> transmitters and as if that wasnt enough they are encrypting and
> freq.hopping. What good will my scanner be in the future? It might do
> as a paperweight. Are there any plans out there for digital scanners?
> Why are new analogue scanners being developed when the way of the
> future is digital?
>
> I would like this artical to be a start to a discussion about the
> future of scanning. Should this be a seperat newsgroup?
> ==========
I would think this newsgroup will do fine with this thread.
The future of scanning? Well, my crystal ball is a little murkey on this, but
it would seem that the present
trend towards 800 MHz trunked systems will continue, since the spectrum is cro
wded, and trunking is a good way
to alleviate this. Digital systems are, however, probably not going to be as p
opular as it's now thought, as
the digital systems are much more expensive than analog, and are not as reliab
le. So, monitoring trunked
systems will probably be with us for at least the next decade.
Aside from governments, there's not much need for privacy (other than what alr
eady exists), so most other
utility radio will probably remain analog, as well. Anti-paging tones will be
easily handled by "smart"
circuitry, sort of like the Radio Shack "sound squelch".
Computer control will be standard on all but the lowest level of scanner. As c
osts for memory go down, memory
channels will multiply, as will the ability to manage them.
Since there is no appearant breakthrough in antenna design coming soon, recept
ion itself will not improve much
over today's models; sensitivity is already to the point where the noise floor
 can't be reduced (very little of
the noise comes from the radio, it's almost all from the antenna). Selectivity
 will improve, though. Images
will be greatly reduced, as will intermod, with the improved selectivity.
With added gee-gaws, the controls will have to be multiplexed, and displays wi
ll need to be improved.
Backlighting of both display and key definitions will be needed, which means a
 better lighting system, that
won't drain the batteries so much, will be needed.
Well, that should get us started.

        Bill Funk - [e-mail]
        ASCIi User Group - http://www.starlink.com:80/~ascii
                User groups: More info than you can shake a CD at!
                             Try one near you!


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:10 1996
Newsgroups: alt.privacy,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
From: [e-mail] (Steve Work)
Subject: Re: Cordless and Cellular calls - private or not
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <4j01pp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 19:30:59 GMT

Steven Bradley ([e-mail]) wrote:

: if I am monitoring cell calls with an earphone in front of city hall or if
: I am openly listening to them in my home, there is no means to "enforce"
: said law, and no law prevents me from possessing equipment and using it
: to do such.

: Hence, no privacy with cordless OR cellular phones per example above.  Sooo
: all of you 1 cent phone dealers with your nice fancy contracts and claims
: of privacy on cellular phones 'cause its against the law, take a hike.  It
: has not stopped me or anyone I know and I listen every night!

Yes, scanner owners can listen to cellular calls.  But all the scanner
does is sequentially scan through the various frequencies.  All the
listener gets is a call totally selected at random.  Also, most of the
time, cells and frequencies change several times during a call.  Once the
call changes cells, the scanner listener will find it difficult or
impossible to ever pick up the rest of the call.

And there is no way the scanner user can target a specific cell phone
owner and listen to their conversations at will.  He lacks the ability to
predict what frequency their phone will choose to operate on.  Given
there are something like 833 frequencies, most scanners are not even
capable of having all the frequencies programmed in.  And even so,
scanning all of them to search for your "target" would take longer than
most phone calls last to do.

And the scanner user is not able, when he does pick up a random call, to
find out who it is, or what phone number he's listening to.   Unless
someone in the conversation clearly identifies himself.  Most people are
talking to someone on the phone they already know, and don't need to give
out lots of details on who they are, etc.

And more often than not, only one side of the conversation is heard.

All that scanner listening to cell calls is, is entertainment.  You get to
hear 1-minute one-sided samples of conversations of people you haven't
the slightest who they are.  I guess for some people this really fun.

Yes, the cell phone user has a slight risk of someone invading his
privacy, but not much of one, IMO.  Yes the phone user might out to be
aware that there is a one-in-100,000 chance that someone he doesn't know
is bored enough to be sitting next to a little radio having a good time
listening to him.  Without knowing who he is.

But personally, I think the odds would be just as bad for having a
land-line phone wiretapped.  It's easy to do and just because it's illegal
doesn't mean it isn't done.  Perhaps by some phone company worker or
someone who runs the office phone system.  Aren't employers occasionally
known to tap in and listen to their employees' calls?


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:11 1996
From: Bruce cohoon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: (no subject)
Date: 31 Mar 1996 19:55:54 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmo0a$[e-mail]>
To: Canadian,native,rreserve,frreqs.,wanted




   I am looking for the Saugeen Native Reserve [Ont.,Canada] police
frequencies or tips on how to find Canadian native reserve law
enforement frequencies.



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:12 1996
From: Bruce cohoon <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Canadian native reserve pol wanted
Date: 31 Mar 1996 20:13:32 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmp1c$[e-mail]>
References: <4jmo0a$[e-mail]>


adam cohoon




From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:13 1996
From: [e-mail] (The NeXus!)
Newsgroups: alt.privacy,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: Cordless and Cellular calls - private or not
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 20:27:22 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmr6d$[e-mail]>
References: <4j01pp$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Steven Bradley) wrote:

>Glen L. Roberts ([e-mail]) wrote:
>: CrACKeD <[e-mail]> wrote:
>X-Newsreader: TIN [version 1.2 PL2]

>... something about illegal cordless monitoring ...

Your missing the picture here...  That privacy act wasn't passed to
hunt down monitors....  Everyone in their right mind knows that you
can't catch someone listening in on cell-phone calls...  Hell you
don't even need the scanner to be modified to hear them...  Anyhow the
only true purpose of this law was to protect Cellular companies and
Customers from law suits, and or procecution(sp).  Basicly anyone with
the means is going to monitor, and nothing can be done about that, but
the person on the other end doing an illegal act can not be turned in,
anything discussed over a cell and NOW a cordless phone can NOT be
used in a justice court of the U.S.  Cellular Companies would of gone
down the drain if they didn't have some type of policy that protected
their customer's LEGAL rights from anything said on the (radio)
meaning cell-phone...  I bump into so many people all the time with
cell phones, they find it hard to believe that I can monitor them,
calling me a liar, until I breakout my UNmodified Pro-51, heh heh, and
do a band search between 896.0000 ~ 915.0000 and BAMM, I find them in
less than a minute, both sides of the conversation and all...  THEY
THINK that its (private) because of the law, but it only protects them
in court....  There is a digital cell system being used now, but it
will be awhile before its widly used...  I used one, its a two-way and
a cell all in one...  KEWL stuff too...

 The NeXus!
 http://www.datasync.com/~nexus



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:15 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 20:28:19 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jakl0$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jnnds$[e-mail]>
To: Jose Thomson <[e-mail]>

Jose Thomson wrote:
>
> In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
> >
> >Paul Sanchez wrote:
> >>
> >> In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
> >>
> >> --Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
> >> --Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
> >> --day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
> >> --frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi
,
> >> --and UHF band.
> >> --
> >> --Thanks,
> >> --Bob
>
> I do know a little about this subject.  Alot of McDonalds use Panisonic
> headsets.  There are 2 antennas one in the ceiling above the Drive thru area
> and one above grill.  There antennas for the headset are built into the belt
.
> There is a controller which acts like a repeater and keeps outside people fr
om
> transmitting on there system.
>
> Hope this helps

I found them on 920.5000 Wide FM for the Customer (speaker)
                903.5000 Wide FM from the Clerk (headset)

Bob


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:16 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: REQ: 800Mhz freq for McDonalds
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 20:31:32 -0800
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>
References: <[e-mail]> <4jakl0$[e-mail]> <[e-mail]> <4jnnds$[e-mail]>
To: Jose Thomson <[e-mail]>

Jose Thomson wrote:
>
> In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
> >
> >Paul Sanchez wrote:
> >>
> >> In article <[e-mail]>, [e-mail] says...
> >>
> >> --Does anyone have a list of 800Mhz frequecies for Fast Food Restaurant
> >> --Drive Thrus?  I came across a McDonalds in Gaithersburg, MD the other
> >> --day that had headset manufactured by "GM" and was unable to find their
> >> --frequency after scanning all the IB & IS frequencies in VHF low, VHF hi
,
> >> --and UHF band.
> >> --
> >> --Thanks,
> >> --Bob
>
> I do know a little about this subject.  Alot of McDonalds use Panisonic
> headsets.  There are 2 antennas one in the ceiling above the Drive thru area
> and one above grill.  There antennas for the headset are built into the belt
.
> There is a controller which acts like a repeater and keeps outside people fr
om
> transmitting on there system.
>
> Hope this helps

These headset were manufactured by "GM" and were one piece units.  The
transmitter was located in the headset itself.  They were operating on
the following frequencies:

        Customer (speaker) 920.500 Wide FM
        Clerk    (headset) 903.500 Wide FM

Bob


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:17 1996
From: [e-mail] (Your Full Name)
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner
Subject: Re: BC220XLT Mods or Key Sequence
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 21:13:00 GMT
Message-ID: <4jmlf6$[e-mail]>
References: <4jkb4b$[e-mail]> <4jkdqt$[e-mail]>
Reply-To: [e-mail]

[e-mail] (Bob Parnass, AJ9S) wrote:

>In article <4jkb4b$[e-mail]>,
>Your Full Name <[e-mail]> wrote:

>    >Please reply if you know of any mods or key sequences for
>    >the Bearcat 220XLT scanner. I don't have a e-mail address.

>See my BC220XLT/BC230XLT review in the current issue (April 1996)
>of Monitoring Times magazine.  Also, Steve Donnell published
>a modification article for the BC220XLT in the January 1995 RCMA
>Scanner Journal.
>--
>=============================================================================
=
>Copyright 1996, Bob Parnass, AJ9S                           [e-mail]
m

>             Find and identify transmitter sites with RadioMap(tm)

Thanx



From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:18 1996
From: romeo schmid <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: software for AOR 3000 A
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 21:36:12 +0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

I seek software for AOR 3000 A .waht for software have the hompage fom
sanner the adress:  http://wolfennet.com/~dayream/ for  mi sacnner?

thanks

romeo


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:20 1996
From: romeo schmid <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner
Subject: AOR 3OOO A
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 21:44:10 +0100
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

waht for the software have your ???

tahnks romeo


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:21 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: FS: AOR1500 Scanner & Opto 1300H/A Freq Counter
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 22:39:43 -0500
Message-ID: <[e-mail]>

AOR1500 Hand Held Scanner (UNBLOCKED) $100

 In very good condition with all accessories and instruction manual.

  Specification

   Frequency Range: 500KHz - 1300Mhz (no gaps)
   Step sizes:      5Khz to 995Khz
   Sensitivity:     FM - 0.5uV or better
                    AM - 3uV or better
   Modes:           AM, SSB(BFO), Narrow FM and Wide FM
   Scan speed:      20 Channels/second
   Search speed:    20 Steps/second
   Memory channels: 900 Channels plus 100 channels auto memory, total 1000
   Search range:    9 normal search banks and 1 search bank for automemory
   Priority:        2 sec of sampling rate
   Antenna Input    50 ohms BNC connector
   Audio Output:    100mW at 10% THD or better
   Power Supply:    6V DC from built in Ni-Cad. battery pack
                    or 11 - 18 V DC from CHG jack
   Size:            55(w) x 152(1) x 40(d)mm
   Weight:          385 gram

Optoelectronics Model 1300H/A Hand Help Frequency Counter $25

 In very good condition with all accessories and instruction manual.

  Specification

   Frequency Range:        1Mhz - 1300Mhz
   Max Power In/No Damage: +15dBm
   Size:                   3.9" High x 3.5" Wide x 1" Deep
   Weight:                 9 Oz
   Display:                8 LED Digits, .28"
   Accuracy:               +/- 1 Part Per Million
   Aging:                  10 PPM Per year
   Gate Period:            .25 or 2.5 Seconds, Selectable
   Resolution:             100 Hz/2.5 Second Gate, 1Khz .25 Second Gate
   Power:                  Internal NiCad Batteries, 2 Hour Discharge
                           Cycle with Overnight Recharge using 9 Volt
                           DC 300 MA Plug Transformer.


Entire package $125 or best offer + shipping and COD


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:22 1996
From: "Robert H. Eisner" <[e-mail]>
Newsgroups: rec.radio.scanner,alt.radio.scanner,rec.radio.swap
Subject: Free Realistic Pro 34 Owners Manual
Date: Sun, 31 Mar 1996 22:49:54 -0500
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Free to a good home:  Realistic Pro 34 Owner's Manual (Cat. No. 20-135)


From [e-mail] Tue Apr 02 09:16:23 1996
From: [e-mail] (Ed Mitchell)
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Subject: April edition, Ham Radio Online is now available
Date: 31 Mar 1996 23:33:52 GMT
Message-ID: <4jn4p0$[e-mail]>

The April edition of Ham Radio Online magazine is now available at
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook
or
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm

This month features original stories on packet radio path quality, spread
spectrum
communications, more information on making your own solar observations, gettin
g
started in shortwave listening and an amazing list of hidden or not so hidden
renditions of Morse code in popular music. We will be adding more stories over
the coming weeks - this is a dynamic magazine with upates appearing as often
as daily.

As usual, Ham Radio Online also features Amateur radio newsletters from around
the world, real-time ionospheric propagation reports, real-time aurora
conditions,
real-time MUF calculations, real-time earthquake and severe weather reports an
d
so much more.

Stop and by and enjoy. We are free - and free of ads too - your stories are
always
welcome at  Ham Radio Online.

Thanks and 73,
Ed and Kim Mitchell,
KF7VY and N7VPL


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Visit Ham Radio Online, it's free! at
http://www.accessone.com/~vbook/hronline.htm