Whistler - Desktop/Mobile Digital Radio Scanner
About This Item
- Key Specs
- Frequency Band: VHF (Bands may be grouped into categories such as low- and high-band VHF (Very High Frequency), low- and high-band UHF (Ultra High Frequency), or certain frequency channels (measured in MHz or GHz). Generally, higher frequencies transmit information faster but have shorter range than lower frequencies.)
- Weatherband: true
- Number Of Channels: 0 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
- Number Of Frequencies: 0
- Scanner Type: Digital
- General
- Brand: Whistler
- Model Number: WS1065
- Product Name: Desktop/Mobile Digital Radio Scanner
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 2.2 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 5.3 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 42.3 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Features
- Display Type: LED
- Number Of Scanners Included: 1
- Belt Clip: false
- Power
- Power Source: Plug-in
- Other
- UPC: 052303407000
Track bad weather or listen in on police channels with this Whistler digital scanner. Menu-driven programming lets you toggle through sections and learn functions, while the scan list function organizes channels for later return. This Whistler digital scanner can be set to follow weather alerts and accesses NOAA's channel for your family's safety in an emergency.
- Object oriented user interface: Exclusive to Whistler designs, features common data entry, browsing and control methods are used for every scannable object.
- Menu driven programming: Each menu item provides a few lines of help text that provide assistance with programming and using the scanner.
- Scan list: Functionality allows you to arrange, group and scan objects according to your preference.
- V-Scanner technology: Allows you to save complete radio configurations within the radio, for recall into main memory as needed in the field. Twenty one V-Scanner Folders are provided, each capable of storing over 1,800 objects.
- Skywarn storm spotter functionality: Instant access to frequencies used by storm spotter networks.
- Multi-System trunking: Scans most common trunked radio system signaling formats, including Motorola, EDACS, LTR and P25 trunked radio networks.
- Digital AGC: Instantly compensates for low user audio levels that are common on digital systems.
- Subaudible squelch decoder: Provides fast and reliable decoding of subaudible squelch signaling with squelch tail elimination.
- Spectrum Sweeper: Quickly sweeps the scanner’s frequency ranges for transmissions from nearby sources.
- Bands Received: 29–54 MHz (VHF Lo), 108–136.99166 MHz (Aircraft), 137–174 MHz (VHF Hi),216-225 MHz (VHF, Ham), 225-406 MHz (Gov’t, Military), 406–512 MHz (UHF), 700/800/900 (Public servise), 1240-1300 MHz (Ham).
Whats Included
- Desktop/Mobile Digital Radio Scanner
- Antenna
- AC Adapter
- PC/IF Cable
- DC cable with fuse
- Mounting bracket and hardware
- Quick Start Guide
- Owner's manual
Q: will this unit pick up all the calls in our area ? 46614
A: You program it to the frequencies in your area.
Q: Does bestbuy program police scanners
A: Whistler 1065 please scanner
Q: Does geek squad program scaners
A: Called today the store in Erie. After being on hold a ridiculous amount of time with three people, a person came on the line and identified himself as The Geek Squad. No name when I asked - just Geek Squad. Anyway - his answer was that Best Buy doesn't program scanners!
Q: Can you attach a outdoor antenna to this unit ?
A: Yes can attach a external antenna
Q: Will this pick up state police what is the range it will pick up
A: I asked the person I bought the radio for. He says yes it will pick up state police. According to the specs in the owner’s manual the frequency range depends on the band. i.e., VHF low range is 25-54 MHz. VHF high range is 137-174 MHz. UHF low/T band is 300-512 MHz. UHF high is 764-1300. There are preprogrammed service searches for public safety, aircraft & ham.
Q: Does this unit pickup phase 2 transmission?
A: No, it will not.
Q: Does it do phase1 and phase 2 ?
A: no just phase 1
A: better to use computer , but not necessary , you tube was my friend....
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