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==Relevant Resource Material== | ==Relevant Resource Material== | ||
*'''Are there any better user manuals for the SDS100 / 200?''' | *'''Are there any better user manuals for the SDS100 / 200?''' | ||
| − | **[http://marksscanners.com/ | + | **[http://new.marksscanners.com/SDS/100_200.shtml Easier to Read SDS100/SDS200 Manual] |
| − | **[http://marksscanners.com/ | + | **[http://new.marksscanners.com/SDS/SDS%20Sentinel.shtml SDS100/200 Sentinel Manual] |
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** [https://www.scannermasterblog.com/sds100-hints-tips-and-faqs/ Scanner Master SDS100 Hints, Tips and FAQs] | ** [https://www.scannermasterblog.com/sds100-hints-tips-and-faqs/ Scanner Master SDS100 Hints, Tips and FAQs] | ||
** [https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/scanners/6200display.html SDS200 Display options and menus] via Universal Radio | ** [https://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/scanners/6200display.html SDS200 Display options and menus] via Universal Radio | ||
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| + | * '''I lost my owners manual. Where can I download a replacement?''' | ||
| + | ** [http://www.uniden.info/download/ompdf/SDS100om.pdf SDS100 Owner's Manual] (PDF) | ||
| + | ** [http://www.uniden.info/download/ompdf/SDS200om.pdf SDS200 Owner's Manual] (PDF) | ||
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** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/SDS200FirmwareUpdate SDS200 Firmware Twiki] page | ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/SDS200FirmwareUpdate SDS200 Firmware Twiki] page | ||
* '''The latest version of Sentinel?''' | * '''The latest version of Sentinel?''' | ||
| − | ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/ | + | ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCDx36HPSentinel Sentinel Versions and Releases] article on the Uniden TWiki |
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*** Locates DMR and conventional Phase 1 data on the FCC database | *** Locates DMR 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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| + | * [https://apps.apple.com/us/app/scanner-remote/id1517263102?mt=12 Scanner Remote] For the Mac | ||
| + | **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] | ||
| + | ** The {{Thread|general-scanning-discussion.28|416924-universal-scanner-audio-player.html|Support}} is here | ||
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* '''Get Started For The First Time?''' | * '''Get Started For The First Time?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|390239-so-you-have-just-got-your-sds-100-what-is-the-first-thing-you-do.html|New SDS100 owners - first things to do}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|390239-so-you-have-just-got-your-sds-100-what-is-the-first-thing-you-do.html|New SDS100 owners - first things to do}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|391390-new-sds200-owner.html|New SDS200 Owner}} | ||
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| + | * '''Change the Opening Screen?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|395234-opening-screen-for-sds100-200.html|Change the SDS100 and 200 Opening Screen}} | ||
* '''Connect to my SDS200 via WiFi?''' | * '''Connect to my SDS200 via WiFi?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|385085-wifi-how-are-you-connecting-to-your-sds200.html|Connecting to your SDS200 via WiFi}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|385085-wifi-how-are-you-connecting-to-your-sds200.html|Connecting to your SDS200 via WiFi}} | ||
| + | * '''Copy Data from my SDS100 to a SDS200?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|424875-setup-up-my-new-sds200.html|Set Up my new SDS200}} | ||
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* '''Replace my programming cable for the 100 / 200?''' | * '''Replace my programming cable for the 100 / 200?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|387438-programming-cable-for-sds100-sds200.html|Programming Cable for SDS100 / 200}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|387438-programming-cable-for-sds100-sds200.html|Programming Cable for SDS100 / 200}} | ||
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* '''Learn about the Global Filter Settings?''' | * '''Learn about the Global Filter Settings?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|382654-sds100-200-global-filter-setting-spreadsheet.html|Global Filter Settings Spreadsheet and Information}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|382654-sds100-200-global-filter-setting-spreadsheet.html|Global Filter Settings Spreadsheet and Information}} | ||
| − | + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|386995-sds200-filter-settings.html|SDS200 Filter Settings}} | |
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners| | ||
* '''Add a Bandscope?''' | * '''Add a Bandscope?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|390707-sds100-200-bandscope.html|SDS100 / SDS200 Bandscope}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|390707-sds100-200-bandscope.html|SDS100 / SDS200 Bandscope}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|372410-sds100-spectrum-display-waterfall-what-am-i-missing.html|SDS100 Spectrum Display Waterfall-What Am I Missing?}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|388961-sds200-bandscope-waterfall-demo.html|SDS200 Waterfall Demo}} | ||
| − | *'''Program a DMR | + | *'''Program a DMR system?''' |
| + | ** This topic is discussed in the Uniden TWiki [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/DigitalMobileRadioUpgrade#Programming_and_Using_DMR_and_Mo here] | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|389050-dmr-single-channel-programming.html|DMR Single Channel Programming}} | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|336112-fun-with-dmr-programming-a-single-channel-dmr-system.html|Fun with DMR Programming A Single Channel DMR System}} | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|386703-trouble-programming-a-tier-iii-dmr-system-lsn-vs-lcn.html|Programming a Tier III DMR System}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|386703-trouble-programming-a-tier-iii-dmr-system-lsn-vs-lcn.html|Programming a Tier III DMR System}} | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|422525-dmr-help.html|DMR Help}} | ||
| + | ** If you have further questions, view previous discussions or post them on the [https://forums.radioreference.com/forums/uniden-tech-support.248 Uniden Tech Support] forum | ||
*'''Find the keypad shortcuts?''' | *'''Find the keypad shortcuts?''' | ||
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* '''Program a NXDN Single Frequency vs. a NXDN Conventional Channel?''' | * '''Program a NXDN Single Frequency vs. a NXDN Conventional Channel?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|379908-nxdn-one-frequency-vs-conventional-nxdn-programming.html|NXDN One Freq vs. NXDN Conventional Programming}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|379908-nxdn-one-frequency-vs-conventional-nxdn-programming.html|NXDN One Freq vs. NXDN Conventional Programming}} | ||
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| + | * '''Customize my display?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393068-display-setup.html|How do I set up my display?}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393520-background-colors-and-text.html|Background Colors and Text}} | ||
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| + | * '''Add a Priority Channel Without Using Sentinel?''' | ||
| + | **See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392129-set-a-priority-channel-from-the-radio-not-sentinel.html|Set a Priority Channel From The Radio}} | ||
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| + | * '''Manually add a P25 Frequency to any list?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|389057-manually-add-new-p25-frequency-to-any-list.html|Manually Add New P25 Frequency To Any List}} | ||
; Reported Issues -SDS100 | ; Reported Issues -SDS100 | ||
| + | * '''What is the purpose of the evidently unused hole on the back of the SDS100?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|423864-hole-on-backside-of-sds100-unit.html|Hold on backside of SDS100}} | ||
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| + | * '''I dont want to scratch the screen. Are there any screen protectors for the 100?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|372632-screen-protector-found.html|Screen Protector Found}} | ||
| + | ** Also see this [https://tinyurl.com/pnwvd9ce Google search] | ||
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* '''The SDS100 battery gets very hot / fails prematurely. What is wrong?''' | * '''The SDS100 battery gets very hot / fails prematurely. What is wrong?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|388766-battery-problem-sds100.html|SDS100 Battery Issues}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|388766-battery-problem-sds100.html|SDS100 Battery Issues}} | ||
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| + | * '''Why did my SDS100 Suddenly Stop Receiving?''' | ||
| + | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|384079-sds100-stopped-picking-up-any-signal.html|SDS100 Stopped Receiving}} | ||
* '''How did I break my battery door clip?''' | * '''How did I break my battery door clip?''' | ||
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** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392983-charging.html|SDS100 Charging}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392983-charging.html|SDS100 Charging}} | ||
** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393032-sds-100-wont-charge.html|SDS100 Won't Charge}} | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393032-sds-100-wont-charge.html|SDS100 Won't Charge}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|391122-set-charge-while-on.html|Set Charge While Turned On}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392091-power.html|Power and Charging}} | ||
* '''Can I Change the Colors/Lettering on my SDS100?''' | * '''Can I Change the Colors/Lettering on my SDS100?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392792-sds-100-lettering.html|SDS100 Display Color Options}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392792-sds-100-lettering.html|SDS100 Display Color Options}} | ||
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| + | * '''What is causing static on VHF and UHF analog frequencies?''' | ||
| + | **See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393474-sds100-static-on-vhf-uhf-analog-channels.html|Static on VHF UHF Analog Frequencies}} | ||
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** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393029-sds-200-hum-as-of-8-15-2019.html|SDS200 Hum as of 8-15-2019}} | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393029-sds-200-hum-as-of-8-15-2019.html|SDS200 Hum as of 8-15-2019}} | ||
** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393075-nmp200.html|Using the NMP200}} | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393075-nmp200.html|Using the NMP200}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392776-audio-hum-problem-from-sr-citizen-question-fixed-now.html|SDS200 audio hum problem fixed now?}} | ||
| + | ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393358-unauthorized-modification-to-fix-hum.html|Unauthorized Modification To Fix Hum}} | ||
* '''Im getting a SD Card Access Error (SDS200). How do I resolve it?''' | * '''Im getting a SD Card Access Error (SDS200). How do I resolve it?''' | ||
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* '''What causes the display to flicker?''' | * '''What causes the display to flicker?''' | ||
** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392726-sds200-screen-flicker-resolution.html|SDS200 Screen Flicker}} | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392726-sds200-screen-flicker-resolution.html|SDS200 Screen Flicker}} | ||
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==YouTube Videos== | ==YouTube Videos== | ||
* '''How can I find relevant YouTube videos on these scanners?''' | * '''How can I find relevant YouTube videos on these scanners?''' | ||
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** [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sds+100+programming Generic Search on SDS100 Programming] | ** [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sds+100+programming Generic Search on SDS100 Programming] | ||
** [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sds+200+programming Generic Search on SDS200 Programming] | ** [https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=sds+200+programming Generic Search on SDS200 Programming] | ||
Revision as of 15:44, 30 April 2021
Welcome to the SDS100 and SDS200 FAQ page. Please document tips, tricks, problems (and hopefully resolutions) here.
NOTE: We have separate FAQs for other Uniden products;
- If you are looking for information on the x36hp series scanners, see the BCD436HP and BCD536HP Scanner FAQ. That FAQ should also be consulted for other issues with the SDS series as they share a great many things in common
- 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
Contents
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.
Relevant Resource Material
- Are there any better user manuals for the SDS100 / 200?
- Do we have any relevant wiki articles on the terminology and concepts these scanners use?
- Are there any additional resources?
- Scanner Master SDS100 Hints, Tips and FAQs
- SDS200 Display options and menus via Universal Radio
- I lost my owners manual. Where can I download a replacement?
- SDS100 Owner's Manual (PDF)
- SDS200 Owner's Manual (PDF)
Firmware and Support
- Where can I find...
- The firmware updates for the SDS100?
- Go to the SDS100 Firmware Twiki page
- The firmware updates for the SDS200?
- Go to the SDS200 Firmware Twiki page
- The latest version of Sentinel?
- Go to the Sentinel Versions and Releases article on the Uniden TWiki
Third Party Software Support
- Butel ARC536 Software Favorites Editor and Remote Control Software is available minus Firmware Updates
- Forum Support can be found here
- ProScan Full Featured Favorites Editor and Remote Control Software is available minus Firmware Updates
- Digital Frequency Search webtool
- Digital Frequency Quick Import webtool
- Locates DMR and conventional Phase 1 data on the FCC database
- Has import tool compatible with ARC536 and Sentinel
- Digital Frequency Quick Import webtool
- Scanner Remote For the Mac
- See the New free scanner software available in the apple mac app store Thread for more information
- Universal Scanner Audio Player
- The Support Thread is here
Reported Issues and Questions
- Questions / How do I...
- Get Started For The First Time?
- Change the Opening Screen?
- Connect to my SDS200 via WiFi?
- Copy Data from my SDS100 to a SDS200?
- See the Set Up my new SDS200 Thread
- Replace my programming cable for the 100 / 200?
- See the Programming Cable for SDS100 / 200 Thread
- See the pinout diagram on the SDS100 wiki
- Learn about the Global Filter Settings?
- Add a Bandscope?
- Program a DMR system?
- This topic is discussed in the Uniden TWiki here
- See the DMR Single Channel Programming Thread
- See the Fun with DMR Programming A Single Channel DMR System Thread
- See the Programming a Tier III DMR System Thread
- See the DMR Help Thread
- If you have further questions, view previous discussions or post them on the Uniden Tech Support forum
- Find the keypad shortcuts?
- They are listed in the manual and also in the SDS100 Keypad Shortcuts Thread
- Program a NXDN Single Frequency vs. a NXDN Conventional Channel?
- Customize my display?
- Add a Priority Channel Without Using Sentinel?
- Manually add a P25 Frequency to any list?
- Reported Issues -SDS100
- What is the purpose of the evidently unused hole on the back of the SDS100?
- I dont want to scratch the screen. Are there any screen protectors for the 100?
- See the Screen Protector Found Thread
- Also see this Google search
- The SDS100 battery gets very hot / fails prematurely. What is wrong?
- See the SDS100 Battery Issues Thread
- Why did my SDS100 Suddenly Stop Receiving?
- See the SDS100 Stopped Receiving Thread
- How did I break my battery door clip?
- My SDS100 is not being recognized by my computer
- I have lost audio on my SDS100 even though it appears to be tracking/scanning
- My SDS100 display goes blank. How can I fix this?
- My SDS100 has stopped picking up any signals
- See the SDS100 stopped receiving Thread
- Why does my SDS100 Scan So Slowly?
- See the SDS100 Scans Very Slow Thread
- How can I find Information on the SDS100 USB / Power Cable?
- See the SDS100 USB / Power cable Thread
- I have issues with charging my SDS100
- Can I Change the Colors/Lettering on my SDS100?
- What is causing static on VHF and UHF analog frequencies?
- Reported Issues - SDS200
- I have a hum issue on my SDS200. Where can I find more information on how to fix it?
- Im getting a SD Card Access Error (SDS200). How do I resolve it?
- How Do I Set the Backlight?
- See the SDS200 Set the Backlight Thread
- Why am I seeing a RSSI Value of -1004?
- What causes the display to flicker?
- See the SDS200 Screen Flicker Thread
YouTube Videos
- How can I find relevant YouTube videos on these scanners?