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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.
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What is CTCSS?
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Do you know where I can get
the frequency for X? Or, I'm looking for frequencies for X, but it's not on here. What can I do?
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I
need frequencies for X or, can you send me the frequency for X?
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I'm thinking of getting a new scanner. Can you recommend one?
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What kind of scanner do you have?
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Where can I get a decent scanner cheap?
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I'm looking for a cellular mod for my scanner. Where can I find one?
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Where can I get my scanner repaired?
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Do you know where to get an owner's manual for my scanner?
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Do you know where I can get frequency crystals for my crystal-controlled scanner?
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How often do you update this site?
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1
: What is CTCSS?
"CTCSS"
stands for "Continuous Tone
Coded Squelch
System". Click
here for an overview.
2
: Do you know where I can get a frequency for X? Or, I'm looking for frequencies for X, but it's not on here. What can I do? Your
best bet is purchasing a copy of "Police Call" from your
local Radio Shack or radio shack online. You can also check out the frequency
resource page
to see if your area is listed there. If not, try searching on Google or
your favorite search engine.
3
: I need frequencies for X. Or, can you send me the frequency for X?
Due to the time and effort involved in searching out current and
reliable frequency information, we do not provide frequency
information. You can check out the frequency
resource page
to see if your area is listed there. If not, try searching on Google or
your favorite search engine.
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 Realistic and Uniden
brands.
5
: What kind of scanner do you have?
I have several that I use:
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Two Uniden Bearcat BC9000XLT's Base Scanners (pictured above
left navigation menu). They are both programmed with the same
frequencies, one scanning local police and fire and the other
scanning surrounding police and fire agencies.
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One Radio Shack Pro-95 Dual Trunking Handheld Scanner. I use
this one when I'm out and about, even if just around the corner to the
market. I never leave home without it.
I also have the following scanners that are officially
"retired":
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A Radio Shack Pro-94 Dual-Channel Handheld Scanner.
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A Uniden Bearcat BC220XL 200-Channel Handheld Scanner.
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A Radio Shack Pro-43 10-Channel Handheld Scanner.
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A Radio Shack Pro-55 10-Channel Base Scanner (crystal controlled).
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: Where can I get a decent scanner cheap?
See our Police
Scanner Buyer's Guide.
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: 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.
8
: Where Can I Get My Scanner Repaired?
The following are known reputable repair service centers. I have
personally used Radio Shack for my scanner repairs because of
their quick turnaround time.
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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.
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Uniden America Corporation
PARTS & SERVICE DIVISION
4700 Amon Carter Blvd.
Fort Worth, TX 76155-2297
9
: Do you know where to get an owner's manual for my scanner?
Sure. But only for the following models:
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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: How often do you update this site?
Once a month around the first week.
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