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| − | '''NOTE:''' We have separate FAQs for other Uniden products;
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| − | *If you are looking for information on the x36hp series scanners, see the [[BCD436HP and BCD536HP Scanner FAQ]]
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| − | *If you are looking for [[HomePatrol-1]] or [[HomePatrol-2]] information, see the [[Uniden Home Patrol FAQ]]
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| − | *If you are looking for other Uniden 2 tier DMA driven scanners, see the [[Uniden DMA FAQ]]
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| − | ==The Nuts and Bolts==
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| − | *If you're a newcomer, you've probably already discovered that there's a huge amount of terms that seem unfamiliar to you. Our [[:Category:RR Glossary|Glossary]] has lots of these terms, along with definitions. Just click on the term you wish to view.
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| − | *When looking at frequencies in our database, float your mouse over the column header, and you should get a balloon with a brief description of the terms and abbreviations that are used there.
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| − | *The biggest hurdle for many is the concept of trunking. Our [[Trunking Basics]] article will get you started, as well as this [[Media:Trunking description.pdf|PDF file]] written by UPMan. Note that you will need Adobe Acrobat or a compatible reader (such as Foxit) to read it.
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| − | ==Relevant Resource Material==
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| − | *'''Are thee any better user manuals for the SDS100 / 200?'''
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| − | **[http://marksscanners.com/536/436_536.shtml Easier to Read BCDx36HP Digital Scanner Manual]
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| − | **[http://marksscanners.com/536/X36%20HP%20Sentinel.shtml BCDX36HP Sentinel Manual]
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| − | * '''Do we have any relevant wiki articles on the terminology and concepts these scanners use?'''
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| − | **[[Uniden BCDx36HP Quick Keys and Number Tags]]
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| − | **[[Uniden DMA FAQ]]
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| − | **[[Uniden Scanners Systems, Sites and Groups]]/Departments
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| − | **[[Uniden Multi-Site Trunking]]
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| − | **[[Working with Scanners with Secure Digital (SD) Cards]]
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| − | ==Firmware and Support==
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| − | * '''Where can I find the firmware updates for the SDS100?'''
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| − | ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/SDS100FirmwareUpdate SDS100 Firmware Twiki] page
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| − | * '''Where can I find the firmware updates for the SDS200?'''
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| − | ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/SDS200FirmwareUpdate SDS200 Firmware Twiki] page
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| − | * '''Where can I find the latest version of Sentinel?'''
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| − | ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/SDS100Files Support Files for the SDS100] article on the Uniden TWiki
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| − | ==Third Party Software Support==
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| − | * [http://www.butel.nl/download_BCD536HP.html Butel ARC536 Software] minus Firmware Updates
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| − | ** Forum Support can be found [http://forums.radioreference.com/scanner-programming-software/ here]
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| − | * Remote Control Software is available from [http://www.proscan.org/ ProScan] minus Firmware Updates
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| − | ** {{Thread|scanner-programming-software|95044-official-software-thread.html|Official Support}}
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| − | * [http://www.digitalfrequencysearch.com/ Digital Frequency Search] webtool
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| − | ** [http://www.digitalfrequencysearch.com/Search/QuickImport.php Digital Frequency Quick Import] webtool
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| − | *** Locates DMR and conventional Phase 1 data on the FCC database
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| − | *** Has import tool compatible with ARC536 and Sentinel
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| − | ==Reported Issues and Questions==
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| − | * '''I have a hum issue on my SDS200. Where can I find more information on how to fix it?'''
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|383938-sds200-hum-reports.html|SDS200 Hum Reports}}
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| − | * '''The SDS100 battery gets very hot / fails prematurely. What is wrong?'''
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|388766-battery-problem-sds100.html|SDS100 Battery Issues}}
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| − | * '''How did I break my battery door clip?'''
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|380203-broken-battery-door-clip-due-to-large-battery-tightness.html|Broken battery door clip due to large battery tightness}}
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| − | ==YouTube Videos==
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| − | * '''How can I find relevant YouTube videos on these scanners?'''
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| − | ** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dkFvwNGe5d4&t=7s Uniden SDS100 Beginner's Guide - Tips and Tricks Part 1]
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| − | ** [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Htc5bCqkxp0&t=2s Uniden SDS100 Beginner's Guide - Tips and Tricks Part 2]
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| − | ** [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sds+100+programming Generic Search on SDS100 Programming]
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| − | ** [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sds+200+programming Generic Search on SDS200 Programming]
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