Difference between revisions of "SDS100 and SDS200 FAQ Page"

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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
Sentinel (Uniden's software) questions and answers should be found in Sentinel for the BCD436HP/BCD536HP/SDS100/SDS200
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

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?
- Easier to Read SDS100/SDS200 Manual
- SDS100/200 Sentinel Manual

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 (Uniden software) article
A copy of the USB Serial Drivers?
- The serial driver can be found as a zip file link here Note: The x36 and SDS versions are the same

Third Party Accessories

Third Party Accessories and Battery Tips for the 436, 536 and SDS Scanners

What is the maximum size SD card supported by these radios?
- See the SDS200-100 Maximum SD Card Size Thread

Third Party Software Support

NOTE: Only Sentinel can apply any firmware fixes. No other third party app is capable of this.
NOTE: Freescan does not work with these scanners due to the different DMA structure

Butel ARC536 Software Favorites Editor and Remote Control Software (use promo code RADIOREF for 20% discount)
- Forum Support can be found here

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

Omnirig can perform CAT control over these radios. See the Free Scanner Software Facebook group for instructions and the required .ini file

ProScan Full Featured Favorites Editor and Remote Control Software
- ProScan Official Support Thread
- Proscan (Facebook)

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 (Google Drive)
- The Support Thread is here

Reported Issues and Questions

How do I...

Reset the scanner back to factory defaults?
- See the How to reset a SDS200 back to factory defaults Thread

Get Started For The First Time?
- See the New SDS100 owners - first things to do Thread
- New SDS200 Owner Thread

Set Up Trunking?
- See the SDS200 Trunking Help Thread

How do I fix a NOTHING TO SCAN error?
- See the Nothing to Scan article

How do I set up I-Call (also known as Private Call)?
- See this section in the Easier to Read Manual

Change the Opening Screen?
- See the Change the SDS100 and 200 Opening Screen Thread
- SDS100 Startup Screen Says SDS200 Thread

Connect to my SDS200 via WiFi?
- See the Connecting to your SDS200 via WiFi Thread
- See the WiFi Dongle for the SDS200 Thread

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?
- SDS100 SDS200 Filter Settings (PDF)
- See the Global Filter Settings Spreadsheet and Information Thread
- See the SDS200 Filter Settings Thread
- See the What is the difference with all the filters in the SDS100 Thread
- See the Global Filter Modes Thread
- See the The Art Of Filtering Thread
- See the SDS100 Filter Failure Thread
- See the What is the Difference With All the Filters in the SDS100? Thread

Add a Bandscope?

Find the keypad shortcuts?
- They are listed in the manual and also in the SDS100 Keypad Shortcuts Thread

Customize my display?

Add a Priority Channel Without Using Sentinel?
- See the Set a Priority Channel From The Radio Thread

Manually add a P25 Frequency to any list?
- See the Manually Add New P25 Frequency To Any List Thread

Fix a problem where Win7 cant find a specified file?
- See the Win7 cant find the file specified Thread

I suspect I have issues with local FM BCers overloading my scanner. What are some good FM traps to use on these scanners?
- See the FM Bandstop Filter Comparison Thread

Create a debug log so I can diagnose a possible issue?

Hold down the Avoid button and power on the scanner. Keep holding it until the favorite lists starts to load.
Then go to the scanner menu and choose Setting and you should find a Set Debug Log Mode menu.
Go in there and select SD Card and then exit out to normal scan mode.
Let it scan for a minute or two and then connect the USB cable to scanner and PC and select Mass Storage Mode.
With the Windows Explorer program that handles files, (or just hold down the Windows button and E on the PC keyboard and click on the SD card)
Go into the SD card drive and down into the BCDx36HP folder and into the Debug folder.

Use / Learn about LCN Finder?
- LCN Finder (Easier to Read SDS100 / SDS200 Manual
- LCN Finder Need Help Thread

Use or fix an issue using my own GPS?
- See the How to Make a GPS for the SDS100 for USD42 Thread
- See the Help Troubleshooting a DIY GPS for SDS100 Thread

Reported Issues - SDS100

What is the purpose of the evidently unused hole on the back of the SDS100?
- See the Hold on backside of SDS100 Thread

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

My SDS100 is not being recognized by my computer
- See the SDS100 is not recognized by the computer Thread

I have lost audio on my SDS100 even though it appears to be tracking/scanning
- See the No audio output from SDS100 Thread

My SDS100 display goes blank. How can I fix this?
- See the My SDS100 display goes blank Thread

Why does my SDS100 Scan So Slowly?
- See the SDS100 Scans Very Slow Thread
- See the Slow scanning with the SDS100 Thread
- See the SDS100 Slow Scanning Thread

How can I find Information on the SDS100 USB / Power Cable?
- See the SDS100 USB / Power cable Thread

Can I Change the Colors/Lettering on my SDS100?
- See the SDS100 Display Color Options Thread

What is causing static on VHF and UHF analog frequencies?
- See the Static on VHF UHF Analog Frequencies Thread

Why does the SDS100 seem to miss transmissions other scanners hear?
- See the BCD436HP vs. SDS100 Missing Transmissions Thread
- See the sds-100-wont-receive-but-436-hear-the-same-channels-next-to-it Thread

Reported Issues - SDS200

I have a hum issue on my SDS200. Where can I find more information on how to fix it?

How Do I Set the Backlight?
- See the SDS200 Set the Backlight Thread

Why am I seeing a RSSI Value of -1004?
- See the SDS200 Shows RSSI Values of -1004 Thread

What causes the display to flicker?
- See the SDS200 Screen Flicker Thread

Why does the SDS200 freeze up?
- See the SDS200 Freezing Issue Thread

The SDS200 is scanning very slowly
- See the SDS200 Slow Scan Speed Thread

DMR MOTOTRBO Programming

See DMR and MOTOTRBO Tips for the BCDx36HP and SDS Scanners

NXDN Discussions

See the NXDN Tips for the BCDx36HP and SDS Scanners article

YouTube Videos

How can I find relevant YouTube videos on these scanners?

Reflectors and Message Boards

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 * '''Do we have any relevant wiki articles on the terminology and concepts these scanners use?'''
+**[[Location Based Scanning]]
 **[[Uniden BCDx36HP Quick Keys and Number Tags]]
 **[[Uniden DMA FAQ]]
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 ** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/SDS200FirmwareUpdate SDS200 Firmware Twiki] page
 * '''The latest version of Sentinel?'''
-** Go to the [http://info.uniden.com/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCDx36HPSentinel Sentinel Versions and Releases] article on the Uniden TWiki
+** Go to the [[Sentinel (Uniden software)]] article
+* '''A copy of the USB Serial Drivers?'''
+** The serial driver can be found as a zip file link [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD436HP here]       '''Note:''' The x36 and SDS versions are the same
 ==Third Party Accessories==
-* [https://touch-scanner.com/ Uniden Remote Head Project]
+* [[Third Party Accessories and Battery Tips for the 436, 536 and SDS Scanners]]
-**{{Thread|uniden-forums.82|396539-uniden-remote-head-project.html|Uniden Remote Head Project}}   '''WARNING:''' Very long thread
-*{{Thread|for-sale-feedback-forum.99|402508-uniden-scanner-mods-accessories-sds100-internal-gps-mod.html|Uniden Internal GPS Mod}}
+* '''What is the maximum size SD card supported by these radios?'''
-* [https://www.ebay.com/itm/324357100812?hash=item4b8530950c:g:DH8AAOSweNpfnwsW SDS100 Desk Stand (eBay)]
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|440839-sds200-100-maximum-sd-card-size.html|SDS200-100 Maximum SD Card Size}}
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 *** Locates DMR and conventional Phase 1 data on the FCC database
 *** Has import tool compatible with ARC536 and Sentinel
+* [http://dxatlas.com/omnirig/?fbclid=IwAR18tY-RYcStC7u4gojCWrfKSdUbbL6e1qb8WSeHUWwqPznNAO2dUXVKcuo Omnirig] can perform CAT control over these radios.  See the [https://www.facebook.com/groups/273230576919284 Free Scanner Software] Facebook group for instructions and the required .ini file
 * [http://www.proscan.org/ ProScan] Full Featured Favorites Editor and Remote Control Software
@@ Line 78: / Line 83: @@
 **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
-* [http://www.mediafire.com/file/aub01jii38mkty4/UniversalScannerAudioPlayer.zip/file Universal Scanner Audio Player]
+* [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xboRzWufG-cxL2DobIr_REIPKekUY-Bu Universal Scanner Audio Player (Google Drive)]
 ** The {{Thread|general-scanning-discussion.28|416924-universal-scanner-audio-player.html|Support}} is here
 ==Reported Issues and Questions==
 ===How do I...===
+* '''Reset the scanner back to factory defaults?'''
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|418313-sds200-reset-how-to.html|How to reset a SDS200 back to factory defaults}}
 * '''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}}
 ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|391390-new-sds200-owner.html|New SDS200 Owner}}
+* '''Set Up Trunking?'''
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-prospective-owners.249|438488-sds200-trunking-help.html|SDS200 Trunking Help}}
+* '''How do I fix a NOTHING TO SCAN error?'''
+**See the [[Nothing to Scan]] article
+* '''How do I set up I-Call (also known as Private Call)?
+** See this [http://new.marksscanners.com/SDS/100_200.shtml#edit_frequency section] in the Easier to Read Manual
 * '''Change the Opening Screen?'''
 ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|395234-opening-screen-for-sds100-200.html|Change the SDS100 and 200 Opening Screen}}
+** {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|438547-sds100-startup-screen-says-sds200.html|SDS100 Startup Screen Says SDS200}}
 * '''Connect to my SDS200 via WiFi?'''
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 *'''Fix a problem where Win7 cant find a specified file?'''
 ** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|427236-installing-usb-driver-win7-cant-find-the-file-specifed.html|Win7 cant find the file specified}}
+*'''I suspect I have issues with local FM BCers overloading my scanner. What are some good FM traps to use on these scanners?'''
+**See the {{Thread|splitters-filters-and-multicouplers.204|394943-fm-bandstop-filter-comparison.html|FM Bandstop Filter Comparison}}
 * '''Create a debug log so I can diagnose a possible issue?'''
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 #Go into the SD card drive and down into the ''BCDx36HP'' folder and into the ''Debug'' folder.
-*'''I suspect I have issues with local FM BCers overloading my scanner. What are some good FM traps to use on these scanners?'''
+* '''Use / Learn about LCN Finder?'''
-**See the {{Thread|splitters-filters-and-multicouplers.204|394943-fm-bandstop-filter-comparison.html|FM Bandstop Filter Comparison}}
+** [http://new.marksscanners.com/SDS/100_200.shtml#Using%20Analyze LCN Finder (Easier to Read SDS100 / SDS200 Manual]
+** {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|439098-lcn-finder-need-help.html|LCN Finder Need Help}}
+* '''Use or fix an issue using my own GPS?'''
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|372781-how-to-make-a-gps-for-the-sds-100-42.html|How to Make a GPS for the SDS100 for USD42}}
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|442633-help-troubleshooting-diy-gps-for-sds100.html|Help Troubleshooting a DIY GPS for 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}}
-* '''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]
 * '''The SDS100 battery gets very hot / fails prematurely. What is wrong?'''
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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?'''
-** 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}}
 * '''My SDS100 is not being recognized by my computer'''
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 * '''How can I find Information on the SDS100 USB / Power Cable?'''
 ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|392091-power.html|SDS100 USB / Power cable}}
-* '''I have issues with charging my SDS100'''
-** 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|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?'''
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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}}
-* '''Why wont my SDS100 recognize my GPS unit?'''
-** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums-82|427717-sds-100-wont-recognize-gps.html|SDS100 Wont Recognize GPS}}
 *'''Why does the SDS100 seem to miss transmissions other scanners hear?'''
 ** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners.82|428585-bcd436hp-vs-sds100-missing-transmissions.html|BCD436HP vs. SDS100 Missing Transmissions}}
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|437656-sds-100-won%E2%80%99t-receive-but-436-hear-the-same-channels-next-to-it.html|sds-100-wont-receive-but-436-hear-the-same-channels-next-to-it}}
 ===Reported Issues - SDS200===
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 ** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|393358-unauthorized-modification-to-fix-hum.html|Unauthorized Modification To Fix Hum}}
 ** {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|437061-sds200-possible-hum.html|SDS200 Possible Hum}}
+** {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|426191-sds200-background-noise-finally-resolved-by-uniden.html|SDS200 Background Noise Finally Resolved by Uniden}}
-* '''Im getting a SD Card Access Error (SDS200). How do I resolve it?'''
-** See the {{Thread|uniden-scanners|385090-sd-card-access-error.html|SDS200 SD Card Access Error}}
 * '''How Do I Set the Backlight?'''
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 ** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums-82|427549-sds200-freezing-issue.html|SDS200 Freezing Issue}}
-* '''My SDS200 has issues using my GPS / Slow to get a lock'''
+* '''The SDS200 is scanning very slowly'''
-** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums-82|427714-sds200-gps-issue.html|SDS200 GPS Issue}}
+** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|443227-slow-scan-speed.html|SDS200 Slow Scan Speed}}
 ==DMR MOTOTRBO Programming==
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 ** [https://tinyurl.com/2p9fpsu6 Microsoft Bing SDS100 Scanner Help]
 ** [https://tinyurl.com/2ux6m9s2 Microsoft Bing SDS200 Scanner Help]
+** [https://www.youtube.com/user/UnidenUpman/featured Uniden UPMan Channel]
 ==Reflectors and Message Boards==

Difference between revisions of "SDS100 and SDS200 FAQ Page"

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Revision as of 20:18, 2 July 2022

Contents

The Nuts and Bolts

Relevant Resource Material

Firmware and Support

Third Party Accessories

Third Party Software Support

Reported Issues and Questions

How do I...

Reported Issues - SDS100

Reported Issues - SDS200

DMR MOTOTRBO Programming

NXDN Discussions

YouTube Videos

Reflectors and Message Boards