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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. For Videos, software, accessories and mailing lists please see page 2 of this document


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





What Must I Do First?


Tips on Preventing Database Corruption

  • Always turn off the power switch, wait about 10 seconds then unplug it
  • Use recording and the replay options as little as possible
  • Periodically reformat the SD card
  • I am getting a corruption message. My favorites are in (French, Spanish, etc.)
    • Make sure that the Regional Setting in Windows is set correctly.
  • Here is another method to restore your database and the date on the database is the same as the one being downloaded
  1. Look in C:\ProgramData\Uniden\BCDx36HP_Sentinel\Updater\ (note the ProgramData directory may be hidden. Use View and make sure Show Hidden Files is checked
  2. Remove the GZ file in that folder
  3. In Sentinel select Update --> Update Master Database.


Feature List and Functions Discussions

Add a P25 Frequency to a List


Connect to the SDS200 via WiFi


Control Channel Only


Copy Data from a SDS100 to a SDS200


Customize the Display


Digital End Code Detection


DMR MOTOTRBO Programming


Dropping Audio


Finding the ESN

How do I find the ESN of my scanner so I can perform an upgrade?


Firmware Updates and Support Files

Where can I find...


Global Filters


Global Positioning Systems (GPS)

I-Call

  • See this section in the Easier to Read Manual


Keypad Shortcuts


LCN Finder


Location Based Scanning


Manual Tuning (VFO mode)


NXDN Discussions


Priority Channel


Reset the Scanner


USB Programming Cable


Issues Discussions (General)

Create a Debug File

  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.


FM broadcast Interference


Frequency Rounding


Nothing to Scan


Win7 cant find a File


Issues Discussions (SDS100)

Battery Issues


Blank Display


Cold Solder Joint

  • See the Cold Solder Joint Thread for a detailed description and picture. Unless you have the proper tools, this would be an Uniden repair.


Missed Transmissions


No Audio


Scanner Not Recognized by the PC


Slow Scanning


Stop Receiving


Static on VHF or UHF Analog


Unused Hole


Issues Discussions (SDS200)

Display Flicker


Freeze Up


Hum Issues


RSSI Value of -1004?


Set the Backlight?


Slow Scanning

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