#3. This video is a quick beginner's guide for new users. Looking at ScannerMaster, each is $85. sefrischling; Jul 29, 2023; Connecticut Radio Discussion Forum; 2 3. Nov 18, 2022 #11 Bill, never said you had an sds100. The SDS100 did NOT do very well in the wife's van when moving. Advanced Digital trucking scanner. I have all the clear talkgroups in Arkansas programmed with no limitations. Messages. . the 996p2 doesnt have nearly as many problems to deal with as the sds series of scanners and it is half the cost. 5. Mine operate flawlessly on the Ohio MARCS Phase 1 P25 digital simulcast system. Gettysburg, PA & Fenwick Island, DE. 460. SDS100 Scanner requires this Charger / Programing Cable ; USB 2. I live in a strong signal area so to compare the SDS100 to the SDS200 I used the stock rubber duck antenna on the SDS100 and the stock metal telescoping antenna for the SDS200. #2. Jan 20, 2023. It's probably the same for SDS200. This eBay seller, gear4less, is a "Top Rated Plus" eBay seller with 65,968 eBay sales with 100% positive feedback. As it relates to your comment regarding filters on the SDS100;. Go SDS200 or get the Icom R30 if you want a hand held. Wait 3 seconds and push it again and start turning the selector wheel to see what systems are in scan. For the SDS100 / SDS200, select Menu / Settings / E/Yes. 2: 5000 and 192. UPMan mentioned that SDS100 and SDS200 used different receivers but close enough in specs that they should behave similar. But with some exceptions which I’ll get to in a minute. While the large, touch screen display is easy to read as well as use, the HP-2 does the worst on Simulcast. #1. 436HP on analog other digital modes There was a request in another thread for a comparison of the SDS100 and BCD436HP for DMR. If you're interested in purchasing one of these models you. However it is a pet project or it's owner and lately it appears he doesn't have the time needed to keep up. 3. It's a SLOW scanner. View the full product details. I contacted Uniden support. SDS200—BCD536HP SDS100—BCD325P2 The units, minus the SDS200, seem to have no problem decoding traffic. New posts Search forums. It provides top-notch performance even with digital simulcast systems, like no other scanner can. I am thinking about purchasing a SDS200 with my Tax refund. SDS100 SDS200 By Uniden - FacebookSafetyStealth said: Uniden SDS200, created a new Favourites List for my new location. From The RadioReference Wiki. It has firmware 1. With the TRX-2, I am getting all 4 simulcasts of York County, although York Central, West and North can be choppy at times. Uniden has finally produced a scanner with a readable and informative display - the SDS200. 296 subscribers. Along those same lines make sure Sentinel is set to the correct scanner type (SDS200 vs SDS100). This is Uniden’s latest, and most advanced, base/ mobile digital trunking scanner. My method was to try different filter settings on a stationary SDS200/100 (where the scanner location or antenna did not change) and compare results… a hit or miss process. 2021's best police scanner is the Uniden SDS100 digital police scanner. I guess I could be considered a "Scanner Junkie". #24. Apr 5, 2019 #1 I didn't see anther thread asking this, but I. At first, i thought there is a technical issue with the SDS200, but after digging deeply, i understand that the SDS200 does. The SDS100 is a trunking scanner, which adds the ability to scan trunked systems. I tried out the sds100 for 30 day from amazon and I love it . Open your Sentinel Software 2. The Unication is best at monitoring P25 simulcast systems, with the SDS100/200 a close second. History SDS100 and SDS200 FAQ Page From The RadioReference Wiki Welcome to the SDS100and SDS200FAQ page. Check the "Display All Drives" at the bottom on this. This depends on the antenna connected to it. I never bother with it when I hit the rural areas. Joined Feb 12, 2005 Messages. The 200 later joins the party. Comparing the 436 and SDS100, there is little difference with both connected to the same antenna on analog or non-simulcast. The SDS100 is smaller than the 436 by a bit, but it’s still definitely larger than than the 396XT. The SDS200 for the most part sounds. #1. Comparing the 436 and SDS100, there is little difference with both connected to the same antenna on analog or non-simulcast. . Additionally, it has a fully customizable color display, & water-resistant body style. Also, of all your scanners and G4, only the SDS100 and SDS200 can use a site NAC. As jonwienke said though, Sentinel will not work with the LAN cable unfortunately. Sound quality on the SDS200 would be better than on the SDS100. The SDS200 does everything a scanner can do. The three main differences between the SDS100 and the SDS200 are the three main reasons why the SDS100 is more popular than the 200. I had the 536, SDS100 and 200. 00. This applies to: -BCD436HP-BCD536HP-SDS100-SDS200. Each order includes 3 screen protectors so to. But that’s just me, my. The SDS200 had the most recent June 2022 firmware. Click on the Tools in the menu bar and mouse over Target Model then click to select 'SDS100' or 'SDS200'. rbartolu; Jul 13, 2023; Uniden Tech Support; Replies 9 Views 1K. Added the "Modulation" attribute to MotoTRBO, DMR, and NXDN sites. SDS100: - Global Auto Filter Vs. Both screens are sharp and clear, but the SDS200 screen is easier to read because it is twice as big and uses larger fonts to fill the larger screen area. 4Tips on Preventing Database Corruption. Your PSR-500, BCD536 and BCD436 are not designed to handle Simulcast. . io. 5" Customizable Color Display. My SDS200 monitors an analog EDACS system as well as some digital systems. 2. If it stayed in your man-cave, the SDS200 would be the best choice. With the SDS200, I just plugged a cat5 cable in the front of the SDS200, gave it a static ip on my network, and it works great. One of the many principle differences between the two is the DV10 covers frequencies below 25mhz & offers single sideband modulation whereas the SDS100 does not. SDS200 & SDS100 SIDE BY SIDE. My assignment is to help a person choose between Whistler TRX-2 and Uniden SDS200. Scanner GPS PuckSDS100. N. 6. Unidens filter settings are a IF shift function that moves the 10MHz wide bandpass filter up or down in frequency. hruskacha. Any input would be helpful. Encryption Changes w/ Migration To Motorola. #14. Computer Aided Scanning Software for the Uniden BC125AT BC250D BC296D BC346XT BC346XTC BC780XLT BC785D BC796D BCD160DN BCD260DN BCD325P2 BCD396T BCD396XT BCD436HP BCD536HP BCD996P2 BCD996T BCD996XT BCT15 BCT15X BR330T SDS100 SDS100E SDS200 SDS200E UBCD3600XLT USDS100 RadioFeed Streaming Audio. #2. SDS200: Buying a new SDS200 or not! DSC45; Aug 17, 2023; Uniden Tech Support; 2. 02. Added Site NAC Operation to the Profile Editor (Miscellaneous tab) Changed the initial dB version to the 7/1/18 release. Looking to purchase a 436 or a SDS100 and am torn a bit between the two. The SDS100’s digital performance is better than any other scanner in both simulcast and weak-signal environments. 700~900MHz UHF Band. In Stock. I purchased my SDS100 on 01/17/2020. Though I tried creating a list on FreeScan for the 325p2 this way and it still. The Uniden SDS100 True I/Q Scanner is a rugged, weather resistant, digital handheld scanner that features True I/Q, Close Call (TM) RF Capture technology, and a TrunkTracker communications receiver. Replies 27 Views 3K. If you have an idea what band/frequency it might be, search that in segments, ie; 155. 1. The 20 dB attenuator still does not solve much of the front end overload or what appears to be massive receiver intermod in the IF. Unless a user has a properly designed scanner, the only thing a scanner user can do is to attempt to mitigate the problem. 00MHz, etc. The receiver chip in SDS100 and RTL-SDR are more or less of the same performance. SDS200 -vs- SDS100. Apr 13, 2021. The cost will be more than the TRX-2 as you also have to buy the additional digitial modes. My BCD325P2 is my traveling companion and because of that I have everything I can programmed into that. 05 Main (3/7/2019)If the SDS200 have been tweaked like the SDS100, then it will have half the scan speed of your 436 and the 436 have generally a better receiver that can handle interferencies better than what the SDS200 can muster. bmp * Placed that file into the Scanner's SD card, in the BCDx36HP Folder. Another resource that is quite helpful and always more reliable is the FCC ULS site (for frequencies) which provides details on new/old licenses in a specific geographical location. I had the SDS200 and wanted a portable scanner. Subject: [SDS100] Updating Favorites List. I previously owned the BCD436HP and had the Remtronix 800 antenna, which performed far superior to the stock included antenna for local 800hz P25 reception. Morning all! Received my SDS100 last week and loving it! I have seen the question asked a few times, and really have not understood any of the answers. Joined Jan 23, 2004 Messages 686. SDS100 vs SDS200 reception. On another note i update my SDS100 and it still seems scratchy and not sounding to good. Between the 436hp and the sds100. ProScan also has the distinction of working for many other Uniden scanners built in the last 20 years. SDS200. So either scanner should work. I did my first master database update the other day. Software package published by Uniden, for their HomePatrol-1, HomePatrol-2, BCD436HP, BCD536HP, SDS100 and SDS200 scanners; freeware that allowing all users to download and try, before purchase of the scanners. Though the G5 certainly has it’s place for dedicated service monitoring. May 26, 2023. 03 went fine and now has the new tuning steps for custom searches, but I don't have any need for them. Top Toolbar: File Menu: New. Flaming, trolling, off-topic discussion and other butthurt will not be tolerated. Location. To use Priority Scan, you must first set your Priority Channels. My sds100 picks this up no problem but the 200 does not I don’t have any upgrades on the 200 and do have dmr and NXDN I don’t think that’s the issue though. rbartolu; Jul 13, 2023; Uniden Tech Support; Replies 8 Views 887. The SDS200 and 536HP are similar. I am considering purchasing a SDS200. The is no "Setting" on the scanner to increase the speed. Before I start sounding like a radio ad, Proscan is the way to go. That's my OPINION!!! RadioReference. The key is whether or not you want a portable model. SDS100. Aug 19, 2023. Roberts-W-1966s; Apr 13, 2020; General. Whichever dealer that 'badmouthed' the SDS100 probably did not have one in stock, and was trying to move you to a model he did have available, or maybe increase his profit margin by selling a second unit. REM-842S (Uniden SDS100 compatible with SMA connectors) NEW REM-842B - In-Stock: VHF/UHF/800MHz Tri- Band ; 136-174/420-470/800-900 MHz Optimized; Rubber. The other reasons I sold the SDS100 was I don't like extraneous cables for power, antenna, and ext speaker flopping around in the cabin, and TBH, the SDS100 was unstable when sitting on its base. Simulcast excepted, performance from model to model is pretty consistent. I have the Bearcat BCD-996P2 and reception is great on VHF high band factory antenna but a antenna by my window in the building made of concrete will be better. While the BCD436HP doesn’t have resistance to dust and water, it is still a well-built scanner and more suitable for those who don’t need to venture out into the rain. Skip to view the "best police scanner" for every situation. 01 Sub / 1. I tried out the sds100 for 30 day from amazon and I love it . You can hear transmission higher and lower at 200 kHz. When uhf/vhf some 700/800 I use Wide Normal. Another one up for the sds100 is it has a better connector for the gps/computer/charger as the one in the 436 is of cheaper quality. n1riw said: the SDS200 keeps sporadically losing the 855. Conclusion. M. Simulcast is extremely location specific. So now I'm wondering if there is a difference between the sds200 performance on VHF and UHF compared to my sds100. ofd8001. middletown, pa. sefrischling; Sep 29, 2023; Uniden Tech Support; Replies 10 Views 827. #1. I have the bcd536hp and I love it and it works great for both digital , , conventional and analog. Sep 30, 2023. llwade Member. Firmware is current and was working fine two weeks ago. If you're interested in purchasing one of these models you can do so on the links below, SDS100. Comparing my sds200 vs the sds100 screen I would agree that the 100 is brighter and more crisp. Many times the 200 doesn't have a. Please document tips, tricks, problems. It is up to the way you use it. It has better audio has a better user interface. Enter a new frequency 155. Programming it can be as simple as entering your zip code. I am also a ham so any new electronics is like Christmas for. 3875 control channel. Tomorrow i will play with the filters some more to see if. Uniden SDS100 Police Scanner Radio is a portable battery operated, and SDS200 as base station. I usually use 396xt as my choice there. The is no "Setting" on the scanner to increase the speed. Oct 13, 2019. I also had three SDS200's in the last few years. For discussion of all technical aspects of current or future Uniden scanners. Aug 27, 2021. New posts New media New listings New media comments Latest activity. The screen on the SDS200 is exactly twice the size and resolution of the SDS100--480x320 vs. Check the squelch setting on the SDS200. You are likely to see "out of stock" on. I have an issue with an SDS200 device, brand-new, that was partially deaf in scanning P25 local police system while his european brother the SDS200E managed to scan the system just perfect without any deafness. 95 since it is 14 months old. rbartolu; Jul 13, 2023; Uniden Tech Support; Replies 9 Views 1K. I sent it in to Uniden Service. 5Copy Data from a SDS100 to a SDS200. Sep 30, 2023. While the SDS series scanners, in some instances, might be more susceptible to interference from other strong signals, I have not found that to be a. The SDS200 has a larger display and more audio volume, but the SDS100 will fit in smaller spaces and has a battery backup to keep the scanner running when you start the vehicle. Motorola, EDACS wide coverage systems, Project 25 both Phase I FDMA and Project 25 Phase II TDMA use multiple System Sites that are linked together to provide extended area coverage. This group is supported by the EU Uniden official distributor Avera distributing. Premium Subscriber. Both Uniden Police Scanners are the to selling most advanced scanners of the year. #2. on a 200 that is a knob vs something that can be set on a 100 in Sentinel. Uniden SDS200 Advanced X Base/Mobile Digital Trunking Scanner, Incorporates The Latest True I/Q Receiver Technology, Best Digital Decode Performance in The Industry. I cannot agree with you on this because on the SDS 100 the digital systems all sound very clear with good audio quality, but the analog vhf and uhf sound like a transistor radio from the 1950's. I've had an SDS200 that I've used for a couple of years to monitor my local Fire/Rescue systems here in the Jacksonville, FL area. Direct ethernet. The SDS100 never stops on a conversation. Waco, Texas. The SDS100 has dropouts on FM even with an outside antenna connected. SDS200 Support Page; Which Uniden Scanner Will Work For Me? Turning on Zip Code & Favorite Lists; Quick Look Video; Why have Uniden Experts Program your scanner; How to Turn on Full Database & use the zip code feature; Turning Full database and Favorites list on and off; Difference between SDS200 & SDS100; How to install a Remtronix Antenna. N. It's now the same one in both SDS100 and SDS200. The ability to customize the information to see just what you want to is even better. That's almost 1/4 of what the SDS200 requires. UPman speculated that this could be partly because of the metal case on the SDS200 providing a better RF shield, and that makes sense. #1 Unzip the file. Whistler still makes these "GRE derived" scanners, since they bought GRE's. I have both and and having issues with receiving Tennessee Advanced Comms on the sds100. It can be put anywhere, even in trucks and it will still bring the user an amazing performance. I tried all their suggestions but nothing worked. 5 amps if it's a 120 volt heater. Yes, the Motorola XTS 3000 is way better than the SDS100 IMHO in terms of reception of the 800mhz p25 trunking system I'm monitoring (my primary monitoring interest) and the decode (audio quality) of the p25 is WAY better. (I have set it to ID Search Mode). I use Proscan for my Unidens and Butel Arc (DV1) for my AORs. Instead of buying the SDS200, consider buying two BCD996P2’s. I recently purchased an SDS100 and have used Sentinel to program the 100 using the same config as the 200. Budget: $750 + tax + ship. Jan 19, 2023 #20 Not sure if this is the issue, but Department Quick Key 2 is not enabled. Joined. Product Code: 10-502019. Forums. I usually use 396xt as my choice there. The G4 and G5 pagers will only monitor one system and one site at a time. 436HP on analog other digital modes There was a request in another thread for a comparison of the SDS100 and BCD436HP for DMR. D. This might have something to do with LCN (Logical Channel Numbers) vs. 00 and sub version 1. It has a better receiver than Whistler and are more user friendly. 3Connect to the SDS200 via WiFi. LCN Finder on the SDS &x36HP series, can be used to find LCNs for EDACS and LTR systems. I have the bcd536hp and I love it and it works great for both digital , , conventional and analog. VA. Both screens are sharp and clear, but the SDS200 screen is easier to read because it is twice as big and uses larger fonts to fill the larger screen area. PRECISION CUT: Screen protectors are cut to the exact dimensions of each scanner: SDS100, BCD325P2, HomePatrol-2, BCD436HP, BCD536HP, SDS200, BCD996P2, 885, BCT15X, SR30C, 125AT, TRX-1, TRX-2, WS1040 ; SIMPLE APPLICATION: Wipe the police scanner screen clean & apply screen. True I/Q receiver technology, which provides unsurpassed digital performance!REM-830 (Uniden SDS200/GRE/Whistler/Radio Shack compatible Scanners) REM-842B (GRE/Whistler/Radio Shack compatible Scanners with BNC connectors). I bought both of mine used but in perfect condition. Does having the text in multiple colors on the SDS100 affect battery life? It seems like the battery drains faster in color mode than the white text with. DSC45. They do provide power TO the SDS100 but require 12VDC power to the GPS. Check the squelch setting on the SDS200. However, other sites in your statewide system are simulcast. The SDS100 did NOT do very well in the wife's van when moving. The Remtronix REM-820S SMA 800 MHz made for the Uniden Bearcat SDS100 Scanner. I just noticed on eBay that eBay seller Bearcat Scanners is selling the SDS100 for $599. Location. 01. Mar 18, 2019. Start with 2 instances of ProScan running. Now to get over and update my brothers machine. Between the SDS200 vs. I am a happy camper. May 29, 2020. Uniden SDS200 | Police Scanner Comparison0:00 Start0:20 Release Notes1:00 Differences 1:55 SDS200 Batch One Bugs. 4Control Channel Only. Thread starter rpvitale; Start date Aug 10, 2021; Tags new jersey njics sds100 Status Not open for further replies. The Uniden models that do have the database, as this also the memory card, are all considered part of the Home Patrol series: HP-1; HP-2; BCD436HP;l BCD536HP; SDS100; and SDS200. If it stayed in your man-cave, the SDS200 would be the best choice. Since I have the SDS200 (3-4 weeks), I've noticed so so many times that my 536 was stoppping and picking-up transmissions on Single Frequency (both DMR and NXDN) but the SDS100 and SDS200 were simply passing over these without stopping even when transmission were ongoing on the 536. 99. If SDS100 are used with an external speaker, a standard passive one will be fine, the sound quality will improve a lot and as mentioned if powered from the micro USB connector it will not. If the scanners where manufactured with some years apart they could have a slight variation in their specification, especially if later SDS100's has the new chip. SDS200 Scanner requires this programing Cable ; USB 2. BCD996P2. I will point my friend to this thread so that she can read the material for herself. 240x320. Threads. Hi, I live in York County, just to the NW of the City of York. For me, I think smaller is better in general, so the SDS100 wins. Get that great Remtronix performance on all bands! Great on VHF-Hi, UHF and 700/800/900 MHz. #9. Retired 40 Year Firefighter NW Tenn. Yes, there is a shortage of them, just like every other electronic device, due to supply chain issues and the semiconductor shortage. ARC536 can program the SDS100 and SDS200, as well as the 436HP & 536HP, but no other scanners such as the DMA 996P2 & 325P2. Home Patrol II (two weeks ago a white line appeared across the display, the unit is still under warranty so will be returning it for repair) Same test on a very active TG, G5 lasted 16 hours and SDS 6 hours. 7K. com dave3825 MEMBER. #2 Copy the SDS100 file to the SDS100 or the SDS200 file to the SDS200 scanner firmware folder. They are: SDS100 - SMA REMTRONIX PORTABLE TRIBAND ANTENNA with a size 5 o-rings to seal her up. Uniden SDS100 / SDS200 / USDS100 / USDS200 available software products: ARC 536 BASIC software. The SDS100 are terrible in VHF with lots of interferencies and blocked frequencies that could hide your control channel frequency. 3. Similar thing for my SDS100 since that rarely leaves home. System status gives you the 3-bar graph for signal strength, quality of the signal. One of the main issues for me is that the SDS200 has a larger and more powerful speaker than the SDS100. Because it’s obvious one is portable and the other is not. Frequency Range of 25-512Mhz, 758. SDS200 and SDS100 are hands down the very best scanning radios made to date. RF performance is pretty similar. 99). I've owned Uniden before, in addition to ICOM and Yaesu units. Jan 1, 2020. Location. Period. n1riw said: the SDS200 keeps sporadically losing the 855. 00 is a lto of money if the 536 can do the same. Using the Hold Keys. #1. I monitor nets 134, 139, 178, 171, SP Cape Cod and SP Plymouth, Bristol, and other DMR systems with no problems. That is one nice little scanner. The Sentinel update to 2. SDS100: SDS100 vs. This group is for the discussion of the Uniden BCD436HP, BCD536HP, SDS200 & SDS100 Scanners. 31. The SDS100 is the best scanner on the market and the flagship scanner from the largest police scanner manufacturer in the world, Uniden. It’s the first radio scanner that has. They're essentially the same scanner in a different case. #1 Last month I purchased a 2021 production year SDS200 and yesterday received two SDS100 units. Uniden SDS100 vs. If your vehicle is noisy, the SDS200 is the best option. ProScan actually works pretty well using the SDS200's FTP modes and ProScan's ability to remotely restart the 200 or put it into Mass Storage or FTP mode. 14K views Streamed 4 years ago. Availability: Free Shipping applies to the Contiguous United States. Joined Feb 6, 2004 Messages 7,806 LocationCheck out the SDS100 and Accessories on Ebay - 1,289. #5 You are done. Your Account Database Wiki Broadcastify Live Audio Help / Contact. Easier to Read SDS100/200 Digital Scanner Manual Reactions: JamesBrox. The Uniden Bearcat SDS200 has the same featurest as the High Performance HandHeld SDS100 , Plus More, in larger Base / Mobile Form. Mar 18, 2019. I believe the SDS200 is probably the better scanner overall. You really don't need both scanner . Jan 21, 2018. However it is a pet project or it's owner and lately it appears he doesn't have the time needed to keep up. Some people have complained about a "tinny" sound on the SDS100, but that's largely because of the speaker's small size. Aug 18,. It feels short but has a thick handgrip that’s molded to the device. The SDS100 does everything a scanner can do. Happy to report that all 3 of my SDS 200's have been updated and adjusted and are working Perfectly. ID Search On or Off is set in each System. It incorporates the HomePatrol database of all known radio systems in the USA and Canada. 1. To me, it looks like there is a combined police. The HP-2 picked up about half of the traffic on my local P25 simulcast system that the SDS100 did. Quick comparison video between the BCD436HP and SDS100. Mar 9, 2023. New. Advanced Digital trunking scanner. rbartolu; Jul 13, 2023; Uniden Tech Support; Replies 9 Views 1K. . JD. swfluncensored; Nov 2,.