Does the downloadable Radio Reference Database using the included Sentinel Software require any paid fees later on down the road to use &amp; download directly from the Radio Reference Database into the Sentinel Software for this scanner?
600957
The data base is actually built in to the scanner so there isn't any reason to be a member of radio reference. So when you go in and build you favorite lists you pick Directly from the internal data base
209670
Yes. There are other formats to which your can select your scanned image to as weell The set up of the scanning drivers and scanner management program did not load correctly from the disk , thus requiring technical call and assistance. Tech Assist was great, responsive, on point and quick. I was up and scanning in minutes after opening the box. The scanner is blazing fast and accurate. We are quite please thus far.
1735922
The fee would be for XM and or weather subscriptions if you want those. no fee for GPS
1983817
I don't know but I just purchased model #BC345CRS. It contained the scanner,anam loop antenna, a telescoping antenna, ac adapter, owners manual, and 2 advertising pamphlets,one for a subscription to National Communications magazine ,and one for National police scanner museum.
1528858
Thank you for your quick reply. What about the MF4690? I posted a similar question regarding that one. It seems much newer. Does it happen to have a function that somehow supports duplex scanning, without having to *manually* re-order the pages?
383112
Exactly what the (software) is that comes with it I cannot say. I can tell you that it does come with everything you need that makes it a great scanner. I hope this helps.
706165
Yes. The scanner has a frequency search so you if you either know it by heart or can find it somewhere you should be ok. I can refer you to a website where you may be able to find it if you want? :)
1616199
Yes the BCD996XT does not require a computer. However, it require extensive programming, especially if you are monitoring a trunking system. It is much easier and faster to do this programming on a computer then upload it to the scanner rather than use the keypad to enter the data. A computer interface cable is provided with the scanner.
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YE but it will be much more difficlut. I grew up with crystal controlled system. This is a very 'smart' scanner with systems, groups, channels etc. Software allows for you do download your state, co8unty, city, copy and paste or whatever with a few key strokes.if you don't have a computer, find a cheapo one, used.I have over 600 channels programmed. Hope this helpsDoug
2230392
I do not understand the question, but the (driver) software that includes the scanner works great. I have worked with photographs, text and documents and it has gone well. I use it for the house.
1985610
There was a beta version of a Uniden compatible programming tool for Mac OS that apparently never quite got off the ground. You can search for bcprogtool-tcl but it appears never to have made it out of beta. Better bet is probably to buy one of the newer scanners that has the Home Patrol feature where the database is pre-loaded into the scanner and you punch in your zip code to have the scanner load frequencies in your area. However, to update the database, you will still need a PC to run the Uniden Sentinel Software periodically.
196334
Yes! I have been happy with this scanner. Has a reasonable price tag. Good luck!
718565
Side note, if you own a Cummins, you can get the needed software from the owner's club at the Cummins Quickserve site. That's where I got my software. It's the "Lite" versions, but it does what I need to do with this adapter. Keep in mind this is only a adapter link between laptop with software and vehicle. It isn't a"scanner" and doesn't come with software for scanning. Software that ships with this is only the drivers.
249158
Yes. I love this scanner. It is so easy to use. I just connect it to my computer and scan in. You are given the choice of where you want to save what you have scanned.
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No service charge. You pay for the unit, then download the information into your computer.
1856341
You can see an operators manual online or can order one at your local Radio Shack store. Off the top of my head I can not say with certainty how. I have had so many scanners and programable radios over the years and each has a different procedure. I know this scanner is one of the simpilier ones.
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Yes, it comes with that stuff. It's a good scanner. If you've had other scanners you'll see that this one is very easy to use.