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+ | == FAQ == | ||
+ | Q: Is the G2-G5 a replacement for Motorola Minitor? | ||
+ | A: ''Yes - a replacement, and then some. It has a similar form factor, can do everything a Minitor IV, V, VI, etc can do without batting an eye, and then adds significant additional capabilities, frequencies, encryption, and user-customization options.'' | ||
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+ | Q: How does the range of the G2-G5 compare to a Minitor? | ||
+ | A: ''Based on voluminous user feedback on RadioReference since 2015, the overwhelming consensus seems to be "yes, the range is as good and usually better by a few miles depending on geography." '' | ||
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+ | Q: Do the G-Series pagers support P25 Phase I and Phase II? | ||
+ | A: ''Yes. Phase II support was added in August 2018 to all G2-G5 devices running Firmware v1.1, which also included backwards compatibility for Phase I. Firmware updates remain free and user-installed with a USB cable.'' | ||
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+ | Q: Can I download stored messages? | ||
+ | A: ''Yes'' - via Unication's free software to any Windows PC, using a regular USB cable. | ||
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Revision as of 05:32, 20 May 2022
Welcome to the Unication voice pager wiki page. Please see the official Unication P25 Voice Pager page for models and specifications.
Unication has developed a couple models of receive only P25 capable public safety pagers. These pager/receivers are intended for public safety users and therefore have an I/Q demodulator and narrower filters for band specific needs. They work generally without any "tweaks" that may be needed for a scanner. However, these pager/receivers are lacking several basic features found in most scanners. A beta of a scanning feature is in the testing phase.
These units are capable of both Phase 1 and Phase 2.
These units are commercial grade receivers designed for public safety users, not scanners. They are designed to monitor a single trunked site at a time or a small set of conventional VHF / UHF frequencies.
Contents
Comparison to a Digital Scanner
Similarities
- Excellent P25 Simulcast reception
- Two-tone paging (conventional or [some] P25)
- Color display
- Compact size/weight
- Battery lasts a long time
- Harsh environment design
Differences
- No "on the fly" programming
- Can only monitor a single control channel at a time (no multi-site or multiple system scanning)
- Cannot mix scanning of P25 control channel and conventional frequencies.
- G4 is only 700/800
- G5 adds a band but you have to choose which one (VHF, 380, 400, 450) conventional analog or P25 and/or P25 Phase 1&2 Trunking. DMR Conventional (Paid upgrade)
- Doesn't support Motorola Smartnet/SmartZone Analog, EDACS, LTR, NXDN, DMR Trunking
- Programming software (PPS) design isn't intuitive
After Market Gear (Antennas, Bluetooth, etc.)
- Antennas
- Bluetooth and Related
- Blackwell BlueTooth Audio Adapter
- Bluetooth FM Transmitter
- Klein Blu RSM Works Well on G Series Thread
- MPow M30 In Ear Bluetooth Headphones
- Noxgear 39G Bluetooth Speaker
Tech Specs
- G2-G5: heavy-duty Lithium Ion 2800mAH battery
- Charging via micro-USB cable to 2-amp power supply.
Issues
- PPS Operating System Requirements Thread
- Official Latest G4 G5 Firmware and PPS Thread
- PPS Not Detecting on Windows 10 Thread
- DMR Programming Thread
- Copy Paste Questions in PPS Software Thread
- G5 Deaf Above 483 Mhz Thread
- G Series Voice Pager with Digital Trunked Scanner Feature Thread
- Unication Programming Thread
FAQ
Q: Is the G2-G5 a replacement for Motorola Minitor? A: Yes - a replacement, and then some. It has a similar form factor, can do everything a Minitor IV, V, VI, etc can do without batting an eye, and then adds significant additional capabilities, frequencies, encryption, and user-customization options.
Q: How does the range of the G2-G5 compare to a Minitor? A: Based on voluminous user feedback on RadioReference since 2015, the overwhelming consensus seems to be "yes, the range is as good and usually better by a few miles depending on geography."
Q: Do the G-Series pagers support P25 Phase I and Phase II? A: Yes. Phase II support was added in August 2018 to all G2-G5 devices running Firmware v1.1, which also included backwards compatibility for Phase I. Firmware updates remain free and user-installed with a USB cable.
Q: Can I download stored messages? A: Yes - via Unication's free software to any Windows PC, using a regular USB cable.
Third Party Software
- Universal Scanner Audio Player (Google Drive)
- Universal Scanner Audio Player Thread
- Unication files are supported via importing
Official Links
Learning Sessions
- Programming Webinar
- G4/G5 Programming Overview
- Unication YouTube videos
- Unication G5 Pager Review
- New Unication G2 / G3 Pagers
Downloads
- PPS Software & Pager Firmware Updates
- Unication G-Series Codeplug Sharing System
- G2-G6 Firmware Downloads
Documentation
Contacts
RadioReference Forum and Information
- User Guide for Importing Data from RadioReference API *Note: PDF File on Dropbox
- Unication Forum on RadioReference
Mailing Lists/Social
- Unication G4/G5 Owners
- Unication G Series Voice Pager Units
- Unication Buy Sell and Discussion
- Unication USA
Compatible Accessories
The below is a condensed summary of the thread 3rd Party Accessories Recommendations/Reviews - Unication G2/G3/G4/G5.
Chargers
Charger brand + model | Purchase link | Pics | Price | Charges? | Charge Error? | Programs/Data Transfer? | Sticks out from pager's body? | Notes |
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NetDot magnetic micro-USB | amazon | pics | $18.90 | yes | no | yes | 2mm | 3 cables @ 6.6ft/ea + 2 tips per cable (USB Micro-B + USB-C). |
Kuulaa magnetic micro-USB | amazon | pics | $15.99 | yes | no | yes | 2mm | 2 cables @ 3.3ft/ea + 3 tips per cable (USB Micro-B, USB-C, Apple Lightning). |
Cafele magnetic micro-USB | amazon | pics | $13.59 | yes | no | no | 5mm | 2 cables @ 4ft/ea + 1 tip per cable (USB Micro-B). |
Terasako magnetic micro-USB | amazon | pics | $15.99 | yes | yes | no | 5mm | 4 cables (1ft + 3ft + 6ft + 6ft) + 3 tips per cable (USB Micro-B, USB-C, Apple Lightning). |
Stand/Cradle
Brand/model | Purchase link | Pics | Price | Angled or Straight | Material | Charges? | Programs? | Amplified Antenna | Notes |
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bartsscannerparts | eBay | pics | $17.99/ea | Angled | Plastic. 3D Printed. | Accommodates charge cable | Accommodates program cable | no | 4 rubber feet on bottom. Belt clip snaps into base. |
bioluminous | eBay | see purch link | $29.99 | Angled | Plastic. 3D Printed. | Accommodates charge cable | Accommodates program cable | no | Belt clip fits in base, but does not attach. |
bartsscannerparts | eBay | see purch link | $23.99 | Angled | Plastic. 3D Printed. | Accommodates charge cable | Accommodates program cable | no | Only for car's cup holder |
Other Accessories
Accessory Type | Brand/model | Purchase link | Pics | Price | Notes |
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Amplified Charger Terminal Connector Block | 277-1163-ND | eBay | see purch link | $7.99 | identical to OEM part |
Amplified Charger DIN Connector | CP-1050-ND | eBay | see purch link | $7.95 | identical to OEM part |
3D Models to print your own accessories
Accessory Type | Price | Download link |
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Desktop cradle/stand/holder | Free | thingiverse |
Desktop or Car cradle/stand/holder (2 versions in the file) | Free | thingiverse |
Car cradle/stand/holder w/ RAM mount | Free | thingiverse |
Desktop cradle/stand/holder | Free | thingiverse |
Bluetooth earbuds/speakers
Brand | Model No. | Purchase link | Pics | Price | Ear Placement | Bluetooth | Sound | Playtime per charge | Fast Charging | Waterproof rating | Included accessories | Notes |
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Kurdene | S8 | Amazon | pics | $22.99 | In Ear/earbud | Bluetooth 5.2 | 8mm drivers | 8 Hours | Charge for 15 minutes, listen for 1 hour | IPX8 | Charging cable + Charging case + 6 silicone eartips with S/M/L sizes | 1.5hr to full charge |
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