Will this scanner get all the channels . I do not need 800 mhz for my area but wish to be prepared for the future
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Except for digitally encrypted transmissions, it will get whatever you program into it, and is within the frequencies that it accepts. So what that means in layman's terms is, it will do all conventional and trunked systems that transmit an analog signal.
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If you also plugged it into the ac wall outlet and scanned you may need to turn the antenna in a different direction. You may want to try the antennaweb site to enter your zip code and see your local broadcast area map. It can give the direction and distance of all the channels in your area.
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Mine is connected directly to the TV. After the TV completed the scanning process., I had 15+ channels. Also, you may have to move the antenna to a clear location near a window.
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I'm using DirecTV with mine so I'm not sure if you'll require an antenna to receive the local channel feed.
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Yes. I live in the San Fernando Valley (CA) and my TV picked up 101 digital channels. I was also skeptical at first but this proved me wrong when I tried it this morning. The channels look great like others have said, although I noticed one channel, Fox TV (11.1), was blotchy and my TV eventually gave up looking for signal in about 10-20 seconds. One thing to keep in mind is that when your TV is auto-scanning for channels, make sure you set it to "Antenna" or "Air" (and NOT Cable), otherwise you will probably just see 1 analog channel like I did :).
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Yes, there is a scan mode for this radio. Now, you do have to manually select between bands. Once the band is selected, you can press a button and have the radio scan an entire band like 144.00 to 148 Mhz and even loop back on that same band.
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Yes , it needs a marine band antenna if you plan to transmit with it but if just plan to receive, you can use just about any good scanner antenna with a 259 connector.
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Sorry I am a bit late with my answer, we are in Micronesia on the outer islands, we had no internet for almost 2 months, I just tried it out, and for me it scans all the channels available, we have the radio for more then 2 years now and are very happy with it, very small and light, easy to take with you. Hope it answers your question, regards, Eddy
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Dylan, if the channels in question are between (roughly) 29.700 MHz and 29.900 MHz - then yes it will. To confirm, do a search on the Internet to see where the weather channels fall in your area. Some may be in the 1.25 meter or 2 meter frequency ranges, while others will be in the HF range (1.8 MHz - 29.9000). I hope this helps!
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If you only want to scan 5 - 10 channels, too slow to scan a lot of channels, I use mine all the time as a scanner. works good. But if you want to scan a lot of channels fast, this is not a good choice.
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It will work but you will need the coax adapter for your scanner. Antenna is great by the way.
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As far as I know you can not scan any channels using the manual or key stroke mode. The only way you can is to reprogram the radio using Baofeng's provided software. I have done this many times and it's not that difficultonce you get the hand of it.
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Dolores,Depends on whether you want to "search" all the frequencies available or "scan" your custom set of frequencies. If your answer is to "scan" then yes you do need to know the local freq's and there are several websites that are searchable for all emergency responders. Check http://www.radioreference.com/apps/db/ and search on your location for the appropriate freqs. Hope it helps!!
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It does an excellent job of recieving digital channels. All you need is an antenna. I get about 50 channels perfectly in the New York City metro area.
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To add to my previous response to the question from Mr goddard, I would add that I receive all available channels from 3.1 thru 54.6 which covers VHF and UHF. But again, check with the mfr of the item.
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Yes, it willl pick up both frequencies, even radio frequencies. I've tried different antennas, but this one is the best, it even gets more channels and i don't need to reposition the antenna to get better image. I would recommend it.
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This is a great scanner. A lot depends on the terrain between you and the fire station. I would suggest a good outside antenna installed correctly. Then I would say yes to your question.