331 - SRU109: FDMA and TDMA for beginners
Digital modes, like P25, NXDN, DMR and others will use FDMA, TDMA, or both allow multiple transmissions to share a single frequency at the s...
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Scanner School - Everything you wanted to know about the Scanner Radio Hobby
Welcome to Scanner School, a podcast dedicated to the Scanner Radio Hobby. Each week we cover another topic related to scanning and will be answering all of your questions to take you from S...
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329 - SRU107: Simulcast - How to Stop the Pain
Imagine knowing that your scanner radio has a full signal, but you can't hear anything. Maybe you're listening to a p25 trunk system, but yo...
327 - SRU106: Rebanding - How Nextel complicated the scanner hobby
The Nextel Conundrum: Originally established as a convenient communication solution for small businesses, Nextel swiftly expanded its servic...
335 - Ask Scanner School v70
Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-3...
334 - Radio Waves and Rescue Missions: How Scanners and Radios Aid in Disaster Recovery
Phil sits down with Justin Kistner, a lifelong radio enthusiast and experienced storm chaser. Discover Justin's journey from his first analo...
326 - SRU105 - Analog and Digital Trunked Systems
Once upon a time, we only had analog trunked radio systems. These systems all had analog voice talk groups. These systems included Motorola...
325 - SRU104 - LCN vs CC Only Trunked Systems
There are two distinct flavors of trunked radio systems that we need to be aware of when programming our scanners. There are systems that re...
333 - Ask Scanner School v69
Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-3...
332 - Ask Scanner School v68
Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-3...
328 - Ask Scanner School v67
Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-3...
324 - Ask Scanner School v66
Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-3...
323 - SRU103 - Trunked Radio Basics
Did you know that trunked radio systems are just like an orchestra? There are several parts in each that work in harmony. In our latest podc...
322 - SRU102 - Conventional Scanning
Conventional is the "OG" when it comes to scanning. Every scanner radio that has ever been sold can receive conventional (analog) signals. T...
321 SRU101 - Intro to Scanner Radios
Welcome to the first in a series of classes that we are calling "Scanner Radio University". Over the next several weeks and months, we will...
319 - I'm never selling this radio
Discover the incredible story behind my love for scanner radios. Join me as I reminisce about my first scanner radio and how it sparked my l...
318 - Yaesu FT-60R Review
The Yaesu FT-60R has to be one of the longest radios available for purchase. First released in 2004, the FT-60R is still for sale, 20 years...
317 - 13 Frequencies You Need In Your Scanner Right Now
Whether you are just getting into the scanner radio hobby or you are a seasoned scanner listener, you need to have these 13 types of frequen...
316 - Recent Updates from Uniden
Uniden has surprised the Scanner Radio world with several recent updates. In July 2023, Uniden announced they will be releasing two new scan...
315 - Ask Scanner School v64
Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-3...
314 - 2023 Year in Review
We've made it through another year. Here is a quick rundown of what we did in 2023 and what is planned for Scanner School in 2024. =========...