Welcome to our frequently asked questions page. Below are some
common scanning questions. If
you find that your question is not answered here, check out the Police
Scanner Information Depot as it contains a variety of
scanning topics that may provide answers to questions you may have. Unfortunately,
due to the high number of email I receive daily, I don't have the
time to respond to every scanning question.
If you are new to
scanning, I suggest my scanning guide.
It contains a wealth of information for those who know little or
nothing about police scanners and radio scanning in general.
Due to the time and effort involved in searching out current and
reliable frequency information, I do not provide complimentary frequency
information other than what is listed on the Scanner
Frequency Resource Page. I do however, offer a "Custom
Frequency Search Service" for a small fee that may be of
interest to you. To see all the benefits you get with the service,
Click Here.
4
: I'm thinking of getting a new scanner. Can you recommend one?
I don't get into recommending scanners because there are too
many brands on the market and I've only used Uniden, Radio Shack,
& GRE models.
A Radio Shack PRO-96 Digital Handheld Scanner. My area
uses a analog trunking scanner for all law enforcement
communications. I use
this one when I'm out and about, I never leave home without it.
A Uniden BC92XLT Conventional Handheld Scanner.
Two Uniden BC9000XLT's Base Scanners (similar to the
BC898T pictured above
left navigation menu). These site at my work desk and are both programmed with the same
frequencies, one scanning my fire agency and the other
scanning my community's private security service.
A Uniden BC350C Mobile Scanner. This one is installed
in my vehicle for mobile use.
I also have the following scanners that are officially
"retired":
A Radio Shack Pro-94 Trunking Handheld
Scanner (
A Radio Shack Pro-95 Trunking Handheld
Scanner
(on loan to my daughter)
A Uniden BC220XL Conventional Handheld Scanner.
(on loan to my sister) daughter)
A Radio Shack Pro-43 10-Channel
Conventional Handheld Scanner
A Radio Shack Pro-55 10-Channel Base Scanner (crystal
controlled)
7
: I'm looking for a cellular mod for my scanner. Where can I find one?
We do not provide this kind of information since modifying (mod) a
scanner for cellular frequencies is illegal, If you are looking
for general mod information, do a search on Google or your favorite
search engine.
The following are known reputable repair service centers. I have
personally used Radio Shack and Uniden for my scanner repairs because of
their quick turnaround time.
Radio
Shack Repair Service
Repairs Radio Shack scanners. Repair fees are $40 flat fee and
$10 deposits. Average 10-day service with 90-day warranty. Visit
a Radio Shack near you for complete details or click the link
above.
Uniden America Corporation
PARTS & SERVICE DIVISION
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155-2297
(800) 297-1023, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
(Central, Monday through Friday)
9
: Do you know where to get an owner's manual for my scanner?
10
: Do you know where I can get frequency crystals for my crystal-controlled scanner?
Ah yes, the old days of scanner frequency crystals. Got an old
crystal controlled scanner? Then you’re in luck because the
following dealers buy, sell, or trade scanner frequency crystals.
Crystals run anywhere from $5.00 to $15.00, more if you need
special cut crystals. If you need frequencies for a dinosaur you
have laying around, then these resources are for you!
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