Im not a electronic whiz. I just want to listen to my local city/county/state police most of whom are 800megahertz. Will this work?
1421872
Yes, this scanner is top shelf performer on 800 mHz and UHF T-band. It is awkward to program if you are not an "electronic whiz" but once you get past that you will be very satisfied.
1421873
This scanner cannot decode digital systems. It can do 800mhz non-digital. You'll need to find out if they are digital or not. Jump on radioreference.com and check the database or register for the forum. There are forum sub groups by state and someone from your area may be able to help you pick a scanner.
1421874
it depends Russell. Some states have gone digital and with this one since living in the state of Virginia. I can listen to almost anything until they go digital. This is a analog scanner and it does have great features. But if you really want to invest in a scanner, go digital. They cost more, but in the long run it may be best. Check your state to see what type of frequencies they uses, digital or analog.
1421875
Yes, as long as the agencies are using analogue systems. If any of the groups or agencies you want to monitor use digital radios then no In that case you would better off, if you can afford one, buying a digital scanner. Also as others have pointed out, this radio is a challenge to program until you get the hang of it.
1735112
Yes, I do the same. You can get the app to play your local news radio, like the I Heart Radio app.
1202302
Go to radio reference .com type your city it the surch box you can fiend out more info
1744451
Yes, you can, assuming you comply with FCC rules on where and when to use these. It's the start of a really bad day if the Feds show up because you're using the wrong frequency as a walkie-talkie...
1709837
Listen to it sometime! Shortwave is still interesting. Also, for a top of the line digital police scanner, be prepared to spend. Give your shortwave a chance. Also, if you have an Ipad, Iphone or Android decice, there are several police scanner apps that work quite nicely, and most are free or less then $2.00. Try them out. Doug-KF4UKB
645423
Probably not--Many , if not most government agencie s require a "digital" scanner to pick up calls.The distance may be a factor also. You may want to do some research before the pricey investment.
2021180
Hi friend,thanks for your contact.Please let me inform you that US civil channel is 462-467.If you use them in these frequency,you needn't get any licence .Otherwise,you need to program them to 462-467 frequency.Hope it helpful to you.If any other problems,please email us freely,-alwaysonline store
510603
It has the ability to pickup a small range of frequencies that police agencies use. This scanner picks up 450-470 MHz. Some agencies use this while others opt to use the 150-160 MHz range. If there is one particular agency that you are trying to monitor, check and see if they fall in the 450-470 MHz range. If so, this will work for you.
544826
No - but you need a license to transmit. You need an amateur radio license to transmit on the amateur bands. You need special permission, e.g., from your town's fire dept if you are a member, to use the radio for that frequency; permission that will not be forthcoming if you are not associated with the department. If you just want to listen, a scanner will work better.
1399213
I have not realized much success with SSB on this radio. I have a police scanner connected to the same antenna that is capable of monitoring many ham operators. I use the Kato for SW although BBC and Moscow have discontinued broadcasting to North America; China, Cuba, Austrailia, Romania are available. Most of the ham that I receive on the police scanner is local. You would have to conduct an experiment notwithstanding your antenna, etc. I do a complete scan periodically of the SW bands as well as what I have in the memory.
2089395
It would all depend on what radar is used. This one will detect KA, K, and laser which is what is used in the United States. If your police force use these same radar frequencies it should work.
2057117
Need to know frequencies and RX codes for your area. This is limited to about a 2-3mi radius.
726690
This unit does not program trunking codes, nor does it feature 800 megahertz. This unit is perfect for UHF/VHF single channel and single channel to repeater communications for fire, police, emergency management at the local level. Call your local fire department dispatch to ensure your area is not using 800 megahertz or trunking.
344612
NO, it will not. If agencies in your area use digital radio systems, you will need a digital scanner. Also be aware that some agencies--mainly law enforcement--are not only digital but encrypted as well, meaning that even with a digital scanner, the transmissions would not be understandable.
150819
yeah it works. i live in the county but when i am in the city mine shows 3.5 g all the time and full signal
2075850
Although I have not used it to scan police frequencies, the range of this radio does cover the150 and 450 MHz bands that are commonly used. Municipalities are often using other methods rather than FM for communications these days.
699351
This radio comes in two models. The UV-82 which has the Frequency Range: 136-174 and 400-520MHz and the UV-82X which has the Frequency Range: VHF: 136-174 MHz(Rx/Tx). UHF: 220-260 MHz(Rx/Tx).If the Police or other Agency you wish to listen to operates in any of these ranges you can monitor them.Most Police now use encrypted radio bands to prevent monitoring, but Fire and other agencies may still be using non-encrypted bands. You will need to check in your area for the frequencies used by your City and County. Please be aware that these radios will also transmit in these bands and it is against the law to do so with out the proper license. You will get into big trouble if you cause interference on Emergency bands. This radio comes in two models. The UV-82 which has the Frequency Range: 136-174 and 400-520MHz and the UV-82X which has the Frequency Range: VHF: 136-174 MHz(Rx/Tx). UHF: 220-260 MHz(Rx/Tx).If the Police or other Agency you wish to listen to operates in any of these ranges you can monitor them.Most Police now use encrypted radio bands to prevent monitoring, but Fire and other agencies may still be using non-encrypted bands. You will need to check in your area for the frequencies used by your City and County. Please be aware that these radios will also transmit in... » Read More This radio comes in two models. The UV-82 which has the Frequency Range: 136-174 and 400-520MHz and the UV-82X which has the Frequency Range: VHF: 136-174 MHz(Rx/Tx). UHF: 220-260 MHz(Rx/Tx).If the Police or other Agency you wish to listen to operates in any of these ranges you can monitor them.Most Police now use encrypted radio bands to prevent monitoring, but Fire and other agencies may still be using non-encrypted bands. You will need to check in your area for the frequencies used by your City and County. Please be aware that these radios will also transmit in these bands and it is against the law to do so with out the proper license. You will get into big trouble if you cause interference on Emergency bands. « Show Less