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Whistler - Digital Handheld Radio Scanner

Model: WS1080
SKU: 5109421
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  • 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: 200 (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
    • Product Name: Digital Handheld Radio Scanner
    • Brand: Whistler
    • Model Number: WS1080
  • Features
    • Display Type: LCD
    • Number Of Scanners Included: 1
    • Indicator Light(s): false
    • Belt Clip: true
  • Power
    • Power Source: Battery-powered
    • Number of Batteries Required: 4
    • Battery Size: AA (The battery size required for operation.)
  • Warranty
    • Manufacturer's Warranty - Parts: 1 year
    • Manufacturer's Warranty - Labor: 1 year
  • Other
    • UPC: 052303407017

Scan police and weather channels right in the palm of your hand with this Whistler handheld scanner radio. Two-way radio lets you stay in contact on the road, while the scanning capabilities let you monitor traffic and stay on top of the weather. This Whistler handheld scanner radio records to microSD so you can keep track of conversations.

  • Easy to understand user interface: A simplified keypad and display with familiar Scan, Pause, Skip and Navigation controls make it easy for you to use your WS1080.
  • MicroSD card: Uses an industry standard MicroSD card to store the RadioReference data library and all of your programming! Supports cards up to 32 GB.
  • Improved P25 functionality: The WS1080 detects and masks digital voice audio, and decodes RadioID/TalkgroupID data embedded in voice packets.
  • Built-In discriminator output: Provides raw discriminator signal to third party signal decoding software without risky hardware modifications.
  • Powerful WS1080 PC application software included: Customize existing programming or add new objects to scan, and keep your WS1080 firmware and Library data up to date.
  • SKYWARN storm spotter functionality: Instant access to frequencies used by storm spotter networks.
  • Multi-System trunking: Scans most common analog trunked radio system signaling formats, including P25, Motorola, EDACS and LTR.
  • Powerful spectrum sweeper: Quickly sweeps the WS1080’s frequency ranges for transmissions from nearby sources.
  • Audio recording: Record received audio from selected objects and searches to the Micro SD card.
  • Signal strength meter: Shows relative strength of received signals.
Whats Included
  • Digital Handheld Radio Scanner
  • Antenna
  • USB Cable
  • MicroSD Card
  • Swivel Belt Clip
  • PC Software included on SD
  • Owner's manual