Since you stoop to that level, I'll answer in your rude context: For YOUR information, that discussion was for a TECHNICAL reason, which IS in the domain of the group purpose (encryption and talkgroup

Posting commonly known and readily available frequency lists (CA/FED and media air 'channels') and discussing what is clearly a local event is not proper use of a list for worldwide coverage for Unide

If you cannot change the step size to 'splinter' (not likely), since you are listening in FM, not FMN (Narrow); you'll still hear what you want to hear but the volume will be less than expected. The b

There is always online 'scanning' with a bluetooth headset from the computer used... Rick NK7I

Comparing a whip on a desk to an antenna in the attic is not necessarily a valid test. I have Hardy board siding, which proves to be an excellent RF shield (it's made of concrete, in part). It's also

It's unlikely that it's a balance problem, since a scanner works with such a wide variety of antennas; tuned for the bands or not, including a simple whip (where impedance for say, 50 MHz would be WAY

Turn the scanner on Press mute to unmute if needed READ from the scanner into Sentinel OVERWRITING your existing file/s. Put that into your other scanner and test. The mute on power up should now be g

You can review the database online at RadioReference.com to see what is available, what is encrypted and match that to what your scanner is capable of presenting to you. Rick NK7I

Admin: This is a phishing expedition, appearing in multiple groups, please take the usual precautions. Rick NK7I

LE encryption needs are debatable; though there ARE a few specific times to encrypt (undercover, SWAT). Encryption doesn't lend to the open public view of the agency and tends to cause mistrust in tho

Not just scannerheads, but news media (MUCH harder to track to scoop), amateur radio ops (inter-related on safety issues), off duty fire (gotta listen to be quick on that OT call) and smaller groups l

If memory serves (sometimes it does), OC went encrypted last year. There was much hue and cry from various sources and OC relented to not use encryption. However I've not seen any mention of the netwo

Andrew, I trust that you have tried other USB ports, directly into the laptop, not a USB hub. Let's have you walk through a sequence that will help define the source of your issue. Sometimes, a USB po

No, because there is no way to tell how the audio is being used, so it fails the 'reasonable' test that the courts would apply. ("What would a reasonable person ...") The most one could tell is an IP

Yes. You can charge the internal batteries OR you can use that power supply to run the radio. Charging batteries external to the scanner is an option. Rick NK7I

MaryLou, Please continue to study, not just pass tests. I say this for two reasons; that you actually LEARN the when, what and why things work and because there are plenty of know nothing licensed ope

The encryption key can be sent over the air to reprogram the fleet, but naturally, it's secure. Rick

Yes, Joe, that is a joke. Another ribbing often used is for medics... Why do firefighters hose down the scene of a wreck? So the medics have something to walk on! We give each other crap, constantly,

(I know that the thread is closed; I changed the header because this is important to know.) The law allows those in direct contact with the patient care to discuss name, condition and treatments, no f

Ah that glorious day when the cop realizes the dream of being a firefighter! <snicker-snort> Rick