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Welcome to the [[BCD436HP]] and [[BCD536HP]] Scanner FAQ. This will cover the [[BCDx36HP Series]] 3 tier DMA scanners. Please feel free to add any commonly asked questions and answers related to these 2 scanners here. This page is devoted to firmware and software questions, along with available resources. Additional questions regarding installation, operations and modifications can be found on [[BCD436HP and BCD536HP Page 2|page 2]] of this document, including for the Sentinel Software having it's on special pages listed under [http://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/Category:Uniden_Sentinel| Uniden Sentinel catagories].  
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Welcome to the [[BCD436HP]] and [[BCD536HP]] Scanner FAQ. This will cover the [[BCDx36HP Series]] 3 tier DMA scanners. Please feel free to add any commonly asked questions and answers related to these 2 scanners here. This page is devoted to firmware and software questions, along with available resources. Additional questions regarding installation, operations and modifications can be found on [[BCD436HP and BCD536HP Page 2|page 2]] of this document. Uniden's Sentinel Software has its own special pages listed under [[Sentinel (Uniden software)]].  
  
  
 
'''NOTE:''' We have separate FAQs for other Uniden products;
 
'''NOTE:''' We have separate FAQs for other Uniden products;
 
*If you are looking for [[HomePatrol-1]] or [[HomePatrol-2]] information, see the [[Uniden Home Patrol FAQ]]
 
*If you are looking for [[HomePatrol-1]] or [[HomePatrol-2]] information, see the [[Uniden Home Patrol FAQ]]
*If you are looking for other Uniden 2 tier DMA driven scanners, see the [[Uniden DMA 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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*For the [[SDS100]] and [[SDS200]], see the [[SDS100 and SDS200 FAQ Page]]
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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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* Where can I find the ProVoice or DMR upgrade for my BCD536HP?
 
* Where can I find the ProVoice or DMR upgrade for my BCD536HP?
 
** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD536HP BCD536HP TWiki] and click on the appropriate button
 
** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD536HP BCD536HP TWiki] and click on the appropriate button
* Where can I find the latest beta upgrade?
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* Where can I find information on the [[NXDN]] update for the 436 and 536?
** Download this [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/pub/PartnerWeb/BCD536HPBeta/BCDx36HP_V1_11_17.zip zip file], the [http://forums.radioreference.com/uniden-tech-support/338702-bcdx36hp-friday-firmware-2.html thread] is dated 2016-08-19 and was part of Beta testing to perfect DMR reception, Simplex will never be perfect because this line doesn't have 2 receivers per scanner.
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** The page can be viewed [https://www.uniden.com/newsroom/nxdn-support-comes-bcd436hp-bcd536hp/ here]. Follow the instructions provided.
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** The upgrade is discussed in the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support|367900-nxdn-upgrade-bcd436hp-bcd536hp-now-available.html|NXDN Now Available for the 436, 536}}
  
  
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=== Official Uniden Software ===
 
=== Official Uniden Software ===
 
* Sentinel from Uniden via the [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD436HP Uniden BCD436HP TWIKI] or the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCD536HPFirmwareUpdate BCD536HP Firmware Update page]
 
* Sentinel from Uniden via the [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD436HP Uniden BCD436HP TWIKI] or the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCD536HPFirmwareUpdate BCD536HP Firmware Update page]
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** As of version 2.01, revision 00, Sentinel incorporates support for the [[SDS100]] and [[SDS200]]
 
** For wiki articles regarding Sentinel, see the [[Sentinel (Uniden software)]] page
 
** For wiki articles regarding Sentinel, see the [[Sentinel (Uniden software)]] page
 
** The Support forum for this software can be found [http://forums.radioreference.com/uniden-software-discussion/ here]  
 
** The Support forum for this software can be found [http://forums.radioreference.com/uniden-software-discussion/ here]  
; BCD536HP only
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; BCD536HP only '''(Note Abandoned)'''
 
*Uniden's '''Siren''' app for WiFi Connectivity [https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/uniden-siren/id966444086?mt=8| iOS] or [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uniden.siren&hl=en| Android ]
 
*Uniden's '''Siren''' app for WiFi Connectivity [https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/uniden-siren/id966444086?mt=8| iOS] or [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.uniden.siren&hl=en| Android ]
 
* [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCD536HPWiFiTest RH-536HP_mkII] was  also Uniden published for use over Wi-Fi, '''Note:''' ''Never is/was intended as a finished product (for consumer use), allows limited remote control-ability through local Wi-fi, Serial or USB port'' or click [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/pub/UnidenMan4/BCD536HPWiFiTest/RH-536HP_mkII.exe here] for direct download to begin.  Audio is via a direct cable or Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Audio has to use a third party application like VLC or Proscan to directly address scanner via rtsp://192.168.1.174/au:scanner.au , use your local scanners address to receive (("192.168.1.174" is what will need to be changed) 'rtsp:// . . . /au:scanner.au' will remain the same)).
 
* [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCD536HPWiFiTest RH-536HP_mkII] was  also Uniden published for use over Wi-Fi, '''Note:''' ''Never is/was intended as a finished product (for consumer use), allows limited remote control-ability through local Wi-fi, Serial or USB port'' or click [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/pub/UnidenMan4/BCD536HPWiFiTest/RH-536HP_mkII.exe here] for direct download to begin.  Audio is via a direct cable or Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Audio has to use a third party application like VLC or Proscan to directly address scanner via rtsp://192.168.1.174/au:scanner.au , use your local scanners address to receive (("192.168.1.174" is what will need to be changed) 'rtsp:// . . . /au:scanner.au' will remain the same)).
 
 
  
 
===Third Party Supported Software & Utilities===
 
===Third Party Supported Software & Utilities===
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** Forum Support can be found [http://forums.radioreference.com/scanner-programming-software/ here]
 
** Forum Support can be found [http://forums.radioreference.com/scanner-programming-software/ here]
  
* Remote Control Software is available from [http://www.proscan.org/ ProScan] minus Firmware Updates
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* [http://www.proscan.org/ ProScan Software] minus Firmware Updates.  Full features.
 
** {{Thread|scanner-programming-software|95044-official-software-thread.html|Official Support}}
 
** {{Thread|scanner-programming-software|95044-official-software-thread.html|Official Support}}
  
 
* [http://www.digitalfrequencysearch.com/ Digital Frequency Search] webtool
 
* [http://www.digitalfrequencysearch.com/ Digital Frequency Search] webtool
 
** [http://www.digitalfrequencysearch.com/Search/QuickImport.php Digital Frequency Quick Import] webtool
 
** [http://www.digitalfrequencysearch.com/Search/QuickImport.php Digital Frequency Quick Import] webtool
*** Locates DMR and conventional Phase 1 data on the FCC database
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*** Locates DMR, NXDN and conventional Phase 1 data on the FCC database
 
*** Has import tool compatible with ARC536 and Sentinel
 
*** Has import tool compatible with ARC536 and Sentinel
  
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* BCDx36HP WAV reader (Excel program)
 
* BCDx36HP WAV reader (Excel program)
 
** {{Thread|uniden-software-discussion|286454-free-software-bcdx36hp-wav-header-reader.html|Support}} for this software
 
** {{Thread|uniden-software-discussion|286454-free-software-bcdx36hp-wav-header-reader.html|Support}} for this software
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* [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scanner-remote/id1517263102?mt=12 Scanner Remote]  For the Mac
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**See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|408404-new-free-scanner-software-available-in-the-apple-mac-app-store.html|New free scanner software available in the apple mac app store}} for more information
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* [http://www.mediafire.com/file/aub01jii38mkty4/UniversalScannerAudioPlayer.zip/file Universal Scanner Audio Player]
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** The {{Thread|general-scanning-discussion.28|416924-universal-scanner-audio-player.html|Support}} is here
  
 
* [http://sourceforge.net/projects/bluetoothscanner/files/ Bluetooth Scanner]
 
* [http://sourceforge.net/projects/bluetoothscanner/files/ Bluetooth Scanner]
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**The {{Thread|scanner-programming-software|346948-x36-scanner-control-app-android-coming-soon.html|X36 Scanner Control app for Android}} discusses the development of this application
 
**The {{Thread|scanner-programming-software|346948-x36-scanner-control-app-android-coming-soon.html|X36 Scanner Control app for Android}} discusses the development of this application
  
*ProScan BCD536HP Audio Player over network via Wi-FI, direct download link [http://www.proscan.org/BCD536HP_Audio_Player_Installer.zip| BCD536HP Audio Player 0.0.3] for discussion [https://forums.radioreference.com/uniden-software-discussion/308095-bcd536hp-audio-player.html here]
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*ProScan BCD536HP Audio Player over network via Wi-Fi
 
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**Direct download link [http://www.proscan.org/BCD536HP_Audio_Player_Installer.zip| BCD536HP Audio Player 0.0.3]  
 
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**{{Thread|uniden-software-discussion|308095-bcd536hp-audio-player.html|Audio Player Discussion}}
  
 
==Additional Resources==
 
==Additional Resources==
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*[[Uniden Scanners Systems, Sites and Groups]]/Departments
 
*[[Uniden Scanners Systems, Sites and Groups]]/Departments
 
*[[Uniden Multi-Site Trunking]]
 
*[[Uniden Multi-Site Trunking]]
 
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*[[Working with Scanners with Secure Digital (SD) Cards]]
  
 
;Easier to Read Manuals
 
;Easier to Read Manuals
*[http://marksscanners.com/536/436_536.shtml Easier to Read BCDx36HP Digital Scanner Manual]
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*[http://new.marksscanners.com/536/436_536.shtml Easier to Read BCDx36HP Digital Scanner Manual]
*[http://marksscanners.com/536/X36%20HP%20Sentinel.shtml BCDX36HP Sentinel Manual]
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*[http://new.marksscanners.com/536/X36%20HP%20Sentinel.shtml BCDX36HP Sentinel Manual]
 
 
  
 
; Uniden TWiki Links
 
; Uniden TWiki Links
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*[http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCD536HP Uniden Official BCD536HP TWiki Page]
 
*[http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCD536HP Uniden Official BCD536HP TWiki Page]
 
   
 
   
 
 
; Other Links
 
; Other Links
 
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/0mp6wee6zl3c9cg/DMR%20Query%20%28V2.0%29.zip?dl=0 DMR Search Spreadsheet (Created by UpMan, Modified by DSalomon)]
 
*[https://www.dropbox.com/s/0mp6wee6zl3c9cg/DMR%20Query%20%28V2.0%29.zip?dl=0 DMR Search Spreadsheet (Created by UpMan, Modified by DSalomon)]
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* [https://www.niftyaccessories.com/uniden_guides.php Nifty Electronics - Uniden Setup and Operating Guides]
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*[[BCD436HP_and_BCD536HP_Page_2| BCD436HP & BCD536HP Scanner FAQ Page 2]]
  
* Return to [[BCD436HP]]
 
* Return to [[BCD536HP]]
 
* Go to [[BCD436HP_and_BCD536HP_Page_2]]
 
  
  
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[[Category:Digital Scanners with DMR]]
 
[[Category:Digital Scanners with DMR]]
 
[[Category:Digital Scanners with MOTOTRBO]]
 
[[Category:Digital Scanners with MOTOTRBO]]
[[Category:Digital Scanners without NXDN]]
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[[Category:Digital Scanners with NXDN]]
 
[[Category:Digital Scanners with ProVoice]]
 
[[Category:Digital Scanners with ProVoice]]
 
[[Category:Desktop Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Desktop Scanners]]
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[[Category:Rebanding Supported Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Rebanding Supported Scanners]]
 
[[Category:Radio Models]]
 
[[Category:Radio Models]]
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[[Category:Programming FAQs and Tips for Uniden Scanners]]
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[[Category: DMA Radios Hints and Kinks]]

Revision as of 05:50, 23 July 2021

Welcome to the BCD436HP and BCD536HP Scanner FAQ. This will cover the BCDx36HP Series 3 tier DMA scanners. Please feel free to add any commonly asked questions and answers related to these 2 scanners here. This page is devoted to firmware and software questions, along with available resources. Additional questions regarding installation, operations and modifications can be found on page 2 of this document. Uniden's Sentinel Software has its own special pages listed under Sentinel (Uniden software).


NOTE: We have separate FAQs for other Uniden products;

The Nuts and Bolts

  • If you're a newcomer, you've probably already discovered that there's a huge amount of terms that seem unfamiliar to you. Our Glossary has lots of these terms, along with definitions. Just click on the term you wish to view.
  • 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.
  • The biggest hurdle for many is the concept of trunking. Our Trunking Basics article will get you started, as well as this PDF file written by UPMan. Note that you will need Adobe Acrobat or a compatible reader (such as Foxit) to read it.


Firmware

  • Where is the official BCD436HP Firmware page?
    • Go to this page on the Uniden TWiki
  • Where can I find the ProVoice or DMR upgrade for my BCD436HP?
  • Where is the official BCD536HP Firmware page?
    • Go to this page on the Uniden TWiki; f/w update can only be made through the front port or by dropping f/w bin file into Firmware Folder
  • Where can I find the ProVoice or DMR upgrade for my BCD536HP?
  • Where can I find information on the NXDN update for the 436 and 536?


Supporting Software & Utilities

Official Uniden Software

BCD536HP only (Note Abandoned)
  • Uniden's Siren app for WiFi Connectivity iOS or Android
  • RH-536HP_mkII was also Uniden published for use over Wi-Fi, Note: Never is/was intended as a finished product (for consumer use), allows limited remote control-ability through local Wi-fi, Serial or USB port or click here for direct download to begin. Audio is via a direct cable or Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Audio has to use a third party application like VLC or Proscan to directly address scanner via rtsp://192.168.1.174/au:scanner.au , use your local scanners address to receive (("192.168.1.174" is what will need to be changed) 'rtsp:// . . . /au:scanner.au' will remain the same)).

Third Party Supported Software & Utilities

  • FreeScan will NOT be modified to support the BCDx36HP Series scanners, per the programmer.

Additional Resources

Related Wiki Articles
Easier to Read Manuals
Uniden TWiki Links
Other Links
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