A Complete Guide to the SDS100 & SDS200

[@gabel408]

I,ve been using a Best Buy flat, powered hdtv antenna for my sds200 and absolutely love it! Being in the basement of my home it seems to really boost my reception

[@JustLearning]

Jonathan, the way you opened the battery door latch on the SDS 100 can eventually brake the door latch. I recommend that you squeeze the scanner and battery compartment together and then undo the latch.

[@bleikrsound6127]

How to eliminate static cue-up noise on digital channels - hold on the channel, tap E key, go to Edit channel, select Audio type, tap to select Digital only. Most Database frequencies have this already set.

[@tbachli1]

How do I know if it is beneficial to purchase add ons for the SDS200? Is there a database that shows when I would need DMR/Moto TRBO; NXDN; ProVoice?

[@thatkyledude1093]

RadioReference! That is the same exact database that is loaded on to your scanner. If you look through everything in your county, you can see what may need one or more of those add-ons.

[@LynSkyn1981]

Can I upgrade the scanner using my android phone? I don't have a computer but I was wondering if the android would work

[@HamTechRadioScannerDrones]

Thanks loads

[@garrycole8909]

Will the standard antenna for the 200 work in mountainous terrain?

[@WgB5]

My area is primarily analog, but I would like to be able to scan Washington State Patrol, they are very busy out here. What scanner would you recommend?

[@jimfrerichs6678]

What is the micro mini jack for?

[@Dickwooten]

Certainly consumer resistance from me for all the cost add ons for other modulation schemes for an already expensive scanner.

[@13Voodoobilly69]

Right? The Whistler includes NXDN and DMR but the SDS wants $75 for each system! That’s a lot!!

[@tb693ny6]

How can you find out what digital comm system is used in your area for FD|PD?

[@NextHomeSelect-d7s]

Hi, thank you for all the info....is there any scanner on the market that transmits whatever they said on the screen display, for me is too hard to understand the voice of the dispatch operator. Thank you again.

[@danihensley]

Depending on where you live, these radios are just expensive paper weights. I'm one of the unlucky ones who live in Chicago where literally everything except for railroad and aviation is encrypted.

[@joehedger22]

Just picked up a sds200. I live in NKY just over the river from Cincinnati. Anyone use DMR / provoice / nxdn in my area? Is it worth the cost?

[@anonymousparrot3714]

Where do you get the leather case for the Uniden SDS 100? I only see the nylon case available.

[@stevek4449]

The e ternary battery charger for the sds 100 is always sold out lol. Getting the nylon case though as it's back in stock.

[@jjhendo]

Detail mode doesnt even include the frequency? Im just not sold on uniden..

[@alejandrohaaz7151]

WHAT IS THE BEST GLOBAL FILTER SET UP? THKS!

[@garrycole8909]

Also, will the sds 200 pick up FMN analog signals? Thanks in advance.

[@TheScannerGuys]

Yes it will

[@georgegardner1500]

is there a way to mirror the display of the sds100 on to a computer/laptop monitor?

[@misfitsman805]

Proscan will mirror the display, plus you can control the scanner from your computer or from the internet using a web browser.

[@brianwilliams4082]

I live in washoe nv Reno can you tell me if I have simulcast distortion or not?

[@qqqqq11111qqqqq]

Hi my name is Donald and I am thinking of getting a sds200. I have seen people say that the sds200 will not work in Los angles because of encryption. I live in Riverside 92505 a part of L.A. I think. I am new to this so thank you for all the help. I have no idea what add on to get or if they will work in my town or if I even need them. Thanks again Donald.

[@MasciJr]

Just got mine because the uniden bcd996p2 never really worked for my area. Now the SDS200 freezes I cant win. How can I get someone to help program my 996p2 so I can receieve the same cities as sds200? Don't cant about the price Ill pay.

[@stevehorvat69]

Love my SDS100. Has anyone found a good custom fit screen protector? Thanks.

[@paulmoore3712]

Will the SDS200 monitor TMR's?

[@TexasHobbyist]

Can you hook up a waterfall to the sds and use a computer monitor for the display ? Like the SDS200 with a panadapter ?

[@nol_yaw]

sentinel will work on linux

[@JM-wy9bd]

My new sds200 was working fine until I added some agencies to a favorite list. Now it is saying "scan mode. nothing to scan". I tried the suggestions in the manual to no avail. Any other suggestions??

[@qqqqq11111qqqqq]

I am thinking about getting one today. did you get it working?

[@JM-wy9bd]

@@qqqqq11111qqqqq I did get it working, but only after a friend helped to download sentinel. I had to buy a cheap PC computer b/c I have Apple. But once sentinel was working the downloading wasn't too bad. Trial and error! So far it is working fine for me. There is still a lot I am learning about it. Good luck with the purchase.

[@danielhendrikx8179]

Hello Jonathan how to delete a memory channel ? thanks Daniel from Brussels

[@stevek4449]

Can the 100 or 200 pick up all those short wave radio signals or do I need a different radio?

[@maxwood1720]

No, you need a shortwave receiver radio for that.

[@anonymousparrot3714]

Never mind, I found the leather case for sale.

[@ffmedic1638]

Are there things that can be done utilizing the LAN port on the SDS200?

[@TheScannerGuys]

The LAN port is used for Ethernet connectivity for remote streaming and control. 3rd-Party software may be required such as ProScan. Many of the jacks such as USB A connection on the front of the scanner are still unknown.

[@ge45gecalled39]

besides Amazon where can one buy a brand new sds200?

[@mikekolczynski5665]

Scannermaster

[@StaffAction]

what I'm wonder is how can I have the scanner stop scanning on a 'specific' station that I want to keep listening to? If I click one of the three buttons at the top that doesn't do the trick. that just narrows the scan to the department, etc.

[@krististanley8508]

Push the channel soft key while it's on the station you want to listen to.

[@StaffAction]

@@krististanley8508 that doesn't quite completely stop the scanning though. It's as if it scans but only on a certain subset of channels or frequencies. Not sure how else to describe it. I took a short video if that would help?

[@krististanley8508]

@@StaffAction Sounds like you're pushing the Dept soft key (in the middle). If I push my channel soft key (on the right) it stays on that channel...maybe it's defective.

[@jaylevenson602]

Can't get my zip code button to work

[@jwssngr]

What about Wi Fi do they work with that

[@brilliant13675]

Only sds200

[@markmanning5683]

Not many of the questions are getting answered here. Uniden always puts out a great radio, but the prices are ridiculous. Encryption in many LE agencies are a issue for Scanners and there isn't anyway for today's scanners to break the Encryption. But it will come some day. Encryption is very expensive for any user to apply.

[@dfw_firebuff]

The hefty price tag is due to it's ability to scan simulcast without issues. It is, at this time, the only scanner capable of doing so. They are going to jack up the price knowing there are no other options!

[@Thudd100]

Was wondering why voices sound cartoonish on my sds100. Like chipmunks

[@TheScannerGuys]

Could be a form of encryption? I would need to know more about who your are monitoring.

[@Thudd100]

@@TheScannerGuys Local police. May be my hearing. lol. It's like they are slightly off band, or sideband. Just slightly. I can barely understand them.