Difference between revisions of "HomePatrol-2"
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===Main Features=== | ===Main Features=== | ||
* System support: | * System support: | ||
− | ** APCO 25 Trunked and Conventional | + | ** [[APCO Project 25]] Trunked and Conventional |
** Motorola Analog and Mixed Digital | ** Motorola Analog and Mixed Digital | ||
− | ** EDACS Narrow and Wide | + | ** [[EDACS]] Narrow and Wide |
− | ** LTR | + | ** [[LTR]] |
** Conventional | ** Conventional | ||
− | ** Phase 2 TDMA | + | ** [[APCO Project 25#Project_25_Phase_II_.22TDMA.22|Phase 2 TDMA]] |
* 4 GB micro SD for storing favorites lists and recording transmissions | * 4 GB micro SD for storing favorites lists and recording transmissions | ||
* Factory programmed for all known radio systems in the United States and Canada | * Factory programmed for all known radio systems in the United States and Canada | ||
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* Connectible to a GPS accessory receiver (not included) for precise system selection and continuing reselection when traveling | * Connectible to a GPS accessory receiver (not included) for precise system selection and continuing reselection when traveling | ||
* USB connection to PC for firmware and database updates through Sentinel software | * USB connection to PC for firmware and database updates through Sentinel software | ||
− | * Weather Alert Standby (SAME) | + | * Weather Alert Standby ([[SAME]]) |
* Instant replay plays back up to 240 seconds (4 minutes) of the most recent transmissions. | * Instant replay plays back up to 240 seconds (4 minutes) of the most recent transmissions. | ||
* One-touch recording to capture transmissions for later playback | * One-touch recording to capture transmissions for later playback | ||
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* Emergency Alert – sounds an alert when a unit triggers their emergency status (on compatibleradio systems). | * Emergency Alert – sounds an alert when a unit triggers their emergency status (on compatibleradio systems). | ||
* Temporary or permanent system/department/site/channel avoid (lockout) | * Temporary or permanent system/department/site/channel avoid (lockout) | ||
− | * CTCSS/DCS/NAC tone decode that displays CTCSS tones/DCS codes and NAC codes being received | + | * [[CTCSS]]/[[DCS]]/[[NAC]] tone decode that displays CTCSS tones/DCS codes and NAC codes being received |
− | * The ability to quickly store CTCSS, DCS, or NAC tones | + | * The ability to quickly store [[CTCSS]], [[DCS]], or [[NAC]] tones |
* The ability to quickly save a found Unit ID | * The ability to quickly save a found Unit ID | ||
* Per-channel volume offset | * Per-channel volume offset | ||
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===Extreme Upgrade Features=== | ===Extreme Upgrade Features=== | ||
* Complete Front-panel programmability | * Complete Front-panel programmability | ||
− | * Trunked System Analyzers | + | * [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#trunked%20system%20analyzer Trunked System Analyzers] |
− | * LCN | + | * [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#edac_ltr%20lcn%20finder LCN Finder] for [[EDACS]] and [[LTR]] Systems |
− | * Band Scope | + | * [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#bandscope Band Scope Mode] |
− | * RF Power Plot | + | * [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#power%20plot RF Power Plot] |
− | * Trunking and Conventional Discovery modes | + | * [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#trunking%20discovery Trunking] and [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#conventional%20discovery Conventional] Discovery modes |
* Limit Search | * Limit Search | ||
− | * Raw Data Output | + | * [http://new.marksscanners.com/HP/HP.shtml#raw%20data Raw Data Output] |
* USB Audio output and control | * USB Audio output and control | ||
Revision as of 21:58, 22 April 2021
Homepatrol-2 APCO Project 25 Phase II Capable Trunktracker IV scanner.
Contents
Specifications
- Rebanding supported? YES The Sentinel software will import tables for identified rebanded systems from the RadioReference database.
In the box
- Homepatrol-2
- AA NiMH Rechargeable Battery (2300mAh X 4)
- Rubber antenna (SMA type)
- SMA to BNC Connector
- USB cable (USB A to USB Mini B Type)
- 4 GB microSD Card (installed)
- Desk Use Bracket (Stand Type)
Power Requirements
Power may be supplied by batteries or a permanent AC or DC source, described as follows:
- 4 x AA size Rechargeable NiMH Batteries (2300mAh) (included)
- 4 x AA size Alkaline Batteries (not included)
- USB Port DC 5V Power Supply
Optional –
- AC Adapter (AC 120V 60Hz to DC5V 1000mA)
- DC Adapter (DC 12V to DC5V 1000mA)
Main Features
- System support:
- APCO Project 25 Trunked and Conventional
- Motorola Analog and Mixed Digital
- EDACS Narrow and Wide
- LTR
- Conventional
- Phase 2 TDMA
- 4 GB micro SD for storing favorites lists and recording transmissions
- Factory programmed for all known radio systems in the United States and Canada
- Zip code entry for instant reception of local Police, Fire, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- City selection for instant reception of local services
- Autolocate that can quickly find local systems even if you don’t know where you are
- Connectible to a GPS accessory receiver (not included) for precise system selection and continuing reselection when traveling
- USB connection to PC for firmware and database updates through Sentinel software
- Weather Alert Standby (SAME)
- Instant replay plays back up to 240 seconds (4 minutes) of the most recent transmissions.
- One-touch recording to capture transmissions for later playback
- Optional car mount kit
Frequency Coverage
- 25.0000 - 512.0000 MHz
- 758.0000 - 823.9875 MHz
- 849.0125 - 868.9875 MHz
- 894.0125 - 960.0000 MHz
- 1240.0000 - 1300.0000 MHz
Advanced Features
- Per‐channel delay – lets you determine how long the HomePatrol‐II stays on a channel after the transmission ends. Longer delays help prevent missing replies. Shorter delays improve overall scanning speed.
- Better location precision for systems – allows you to define a department’s location and range using up to 32 rectangles instead of a single circle (circles are still supported).
- Multi‐Favorite List Support – lets you monitor up to 256 Favorites List at a time, or combine Favorites Lists and the Full Database for monitoring.
- Channel Alerts – sounds a programmable alert when a channel set to alert becomes active.
- Unit ID Tagging – displays an alpha tag showing the information about a specific radio unit being received.
- Emergency Alert – sounds an alert when a unit triggers their emergency status (on compatibleradio systems).
- Temporary or permanent system/department/site/channel avoid (lockout)
- CTCSS/DCS/NAC tone decode that displays CTCSS tones/DCS codes and NAC codes being received
- The ability to quickly store CTCSS, DCS, or NAC tones
- The ability to quickly save a found Unit ID
- Per-channel volume offset
- Channel Alerts
- Signal Strength Meter
- Standby options include clock display or weather alert
- Shutdown timer (up to 3 hours)
- Built-in Battery Charger
Extreme Upgrade Features
- Complete Front-panel programmability
- Trunked System Analyzers
- LCN Finder for EDACS and LTR Systems
- Band Scope Mode
- RF Power Plot
- Trunking and Conventional Discovery modes
- Limit Search
- Raw Data Output
- USB Audio output and control
RR System Compatibility
This scanner is compatible with the following Trunking System Types and System Voices used in the RadioReference Database, of course you must verify that the scanner will cover the appropriate frequency range:
- System Types:
- Motorola Type I
- Motorola Type II
- Motorola Type IIi Hybrid
- Motorola Type II Smartnet
- Motorola Type II SmartZone
- Motorola Type II SmartZone OmniLink
- Motorola Type II VOC
- EDACS Standard (Wide)
- EDACS Standard Networked
- EDACS Narrowband
- EDACS Narrowband Networked
- EDACS SCAT
- EDACS ESK (not ProVoice)
- LTR Standard
- Project 25 Phase II
- System Voices:
- Analog
- Analog and APCO-25 Common Air Interface
- APCO-25 Common Air Interface Exclusive
Related Pages
- Easier to Read HomePatrol Manual
- Uniden HomePatrol Website
- Uniden HomePatrol TWiki
- Programming Your Uniden Scanner
- Uniden Home Patrol FAQ
- User manual
Accessories
Cases from ScannerMaster
- Hard Leather Case/Fixed Belt Loop
- Nylon Case/Fixed Belt Clip
- Soft Leather Case/Swivel Belt Clip
- Nylon Travel Case
Mounting Options
Supporting Software
Uniden
- Home Patrol Sentinel
- For wiki articles regarding Sentinel, see the Sentinel (Uniden software) page
- Uniden Protocol Technical Documentation
Third Party
- ARC-Patrol for Uniden HomePatrol
- The support forum for this software can be found in the Scanner Programming Software Forum
- Command-line utility for HomePatrol (Extreme Edition)
Trunking Decoders
- UniTrunker HomePatrol Information
- Serial Mode drivers for the HomePatrol-1 Extreme Upgrade (Needed for UniTrunker Communication)
Message Boards/Forums
- Radio Scanner World
- Radio Scanners
- Scanner Enthusiasts
- Radio Scanner Help and Chat
- Uniden Scanners
- Uniden Bearcat Scanners
- Uniden Bearcat Scanner Fan Club
- Uniden Bearcat Scanner Owners UK
- Groups.io
- Radio Programming
- Uniden main group
- Home Patrol sub group
- Radio Scanners Uniden / Whistler
- Home Patrol 2
- Message Board
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