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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/twiki/bin/view/UnidenMan4/BCDx36HPSentinel Sentinel Versions and Releases] article on the Uniden TWiki
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** Go to the [[Sentinel (Uniden software)]] article
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* '''A copy of the USB Serial Drivers?'''
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** 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==
 
==Third Party Accessories==
 
* [[Third Party Accessories and Battery Tips for the 436, 536 and SDS Scanners]]
 
* [[Third Party Accessories and Battery Tips for the 436, 536 and SDS Scanners]]
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* '''What is the maximum size SD card supported by these radios?'''
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** 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
 
*** 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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* [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
 
* [http://www.proscan.org/ ProScan] Full Featured Favorites Editor and Remote Control Software
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* [https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1xboRzWufG-cxL2DobIr_REIPKekUY-Bu Universal Scanner Audio Player (Google Drive)]
 
* [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
 
** The {{Thread|general-scanning-discussion.28|416924-universal-scanner-audio-player.html|Support}} is here
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==Reported Issues and Questions==
 
==Reported Issues and Questions==
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** 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}}
 
** {{Thread|uniden-scanners|391390-new-sds200-owner.html|New SDS200 Owner}}
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* '''Set Up Trunking?'''
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** See the {{Thread|uniden-prospective-owners.249|438488-sds200-trunking-help.html|SDS200 Trunking Help}}
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* '''How do I fix a NOTHING TO SCAN error?'''
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**See the [[Nothing to Scan]] article
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* '''How do I set up I-Call (also known as Private Call)?
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** See this [http://new.marksscanners.com/SDS/100_200.shtml#edit_frequency section] in the Easier to Read Manual
  
 
* '''Change the Opening Screen?'''   
 
* '''Change the Opening Screen?'''   
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#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)
 
#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.
 
#Go into the SD card drive and down into the ''BCDx36HP'' folder and into the ''Debug'' folder.
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* '''Use / Learn about LCN Finder?'''
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** [http://new.marksscanners.com/SDS/100_200.shtml#Using%20Analyze LCN Finder (Easier to Read SDS100 / SDS200 Manual]
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** {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|439098-lcn-finder-need-help.html|LCN Finder Need Help}}
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* '''Use or fix an issue using my own GPS?'''
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** 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}}
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** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|442633-help-troubleshooting-diy-gps-for-sds100.html|Help Troubleshooting a DIY GPS for SDS100}}
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===Reported Issues - SDS100===
 
===Reported Issues - SDS100===
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* '''Why does the SDS200 freeze up?'''
 
* '''Why does the SDS200 freeze up?'''
 
** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums-82|427549-sds200-freezing-issue.html|SDS200 Freezing Issue}}
 
** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums-82|427549-sds200-freezing-issue.html|SDS200 Freezing Issue}}
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* '''The SDS200 is scanning very slowly'''
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** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|443227-slow-scan-speed.html|SDS200 Slow Scan Speed}}
  
 
==DMR MOTOTRBO Programming==
 
==DMR MOTOTRBO Programming==
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** [https://tinyurl.com/2p9fpsu6 Microsoft Bing SDS100 Scanner Help]
 
** [https://tinyurl.com/2p9fpsu6 Microsoft Bing SDS100 Scanner Help]
 
** [https://tinyurl.com/2ux6m9s2 Microsoft Bing SDS200 Scanner Help]
 
** [https://tinyurl.com/2ux6m9s2 Microsoft Bing SDS200 Scanner Help]
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** [https://www.youtube.com/user/UnidenUpman/featured Uniden UPMan Channel]
  
 
==Reflectors and Message Boards==  
 
==Reflectors and Message Boards==  

Revision as of 20:18, 2 July 2022

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;


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





Firmware and Support

Where can I find...


Third Party Accessories


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


Reported Issues and Questions

How do I...

  • How do I set up I-Call (also known as Private Call)?
    • See this section in the Easier to Read Manual
  • Create a debug log so I can diagnose a possible issue?
  1. Hold down the Avoid button and power on the scanner. Keep holding it until the favorite lists starts to load.
  2. Then go to the scanner menu and choose Setting and you should find a Set Debug Log Mode menu.
  3. Go in there and select SD Card and then exit out to normal scan mode.
  4. Let it scan for a minute or two and then connect the USB cable to scanner and PC and select Mass Storage Mode.
  5. 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)
  6. Go into the SD card drive and down into the BCDx36HP folder and into the Debug folder.


Reported Issues - SDS100

Reported Issues - SDS200

DMR MOTOTRBO Programming


NXDN Discussions


YouTube Videos

Reflectors and Message Boards