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| − | Welcome to the Uniden DMA FAQ; here we'll start from scratch, and take you through some of the most basic of questions, and (in many cases) what things mean and how to find information. A word of explanation; if a word or phrase appears in <font color=blue>blue</font> and/or underlined, then it's a link; clicking it should take you to another article in our wiki, another part of our website or perhaps a different website.
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| − | ==What Models Does This FAQ Cover?==
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| − | This FAQ covers the Uniden models that utilize 2 tier DMA memory architecture, specifically those shown in the table below. We have additional, separate FAQs for the DMA 3 tier Uniden products, though many things listed below, are directly applicable;
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| − | * For the [[HomePatrol-1]] and [[HomePatrol-2]], see the [[Uniden Home Patrol FAQ]]
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| − | * For the [[BCDx36HP Series]], see the [[BCD436HP and BCD536HP Scanner 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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| − | *With the exception of the P2 scanners, the others '''can't be upgraded''' for any of the newer protocols that are appearing; these include [[Project 25]] Phase II, [[DMR]], [[MOTOTRBO]], [[EDACS Provoice]] and [[NXDN]]
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| − | ==Relevant Resource Material==
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| − | * THIS IS A NEW PAGE
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| − | ==Dynamic Memory Architecture (DMA)==
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| − | * What is [[Dynamic Memory Architecture]]?
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| − | * What are [[Uniden Scanners Systems, Sites and Groups]] and how do they relate to each other?
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| − | ==Features and Functions==
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| − | ===Close Call===
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| − | * What is the [[Uniden Close Call|Close Call]] feature?
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| − | ===Control Channel Only===
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| − | * What is [[Control Channel Only]] and what does it apply to?
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| − | ===Digital End Code Detection===
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| − | * What is [[Digital End Code detection]] and why do I want to use it?
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| − | ===Fire Tone Out===
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| − | * How do I use the [[Fire Tone Out]] & Fire Tone Out Search feature?
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| − | ===Firmware Updates and Rebanding===
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| − | * For firmware updates and [[Rebanding]] please see our [[Updating the Firmware in Uniden DMA Scanners]] article
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| − | ===Location Based Scanning===
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| − | * What does [[Location Based Scanning]] do for me? How does it work?
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| − | ===Miscellaneous===
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| − | * For display, miscellaneous function and battery voltage and battery tips and related issues, please see our [[DMA Scanner Functions and Batteries]] article
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| − | ===Trunking===
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| − | * How does [[DMA Scanners and Trunking|Trunking]] work with these scanners?
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| − | * What is [[Uniden Multi-Site Trunking|Multi Site Trunking]]?
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| − | ===Undocumented Features===
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| − | * For undocumented hacks, please see our [[DMA Scanner Hacks]] article
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| − | * For basic test modes typically technicians use to access hidden features, any user could try and see what might work, please see our [[Uniden scanner test modes]] article.
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| − | ==Issues==
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| − | ===Access Channel Directly?===
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| − | * '''How do I jump directly to a channel?'''
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| − | ** Use the Number Tag feature. This is available on the [[BCD436HP]], [[BCD536HP]], [[SDS100]], [[SDS200]] and the XT series scanners
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| − | ===Audio Cuts Out===
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| − | * '''Why does audio cut out every 2 or 5 seconds?'''
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| − | ** You have one of the following modes turned on:
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| − | ***if you have a BCT15 or BCT15X, you might have the BearTracker feature turned on (press '''HP''' until ''BP'' is no longer on the display to turn it off).
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| − | ***If the audio cuts out every 2 seconds regardless of mode, you have Close Call priority turned
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| − | ***If the audio cuts out every 5 seconds, you have Weather Priority turned on.
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| − | ***If the audio cuts out only when you are scanning a conventional system, you have Priority turned on. By default the audio will cut out every 2 seconds, but this is user configurable from 1-10 seconds.
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| − | * For audio issues (P25 decoding sounds bad, broken-up, unintelligible etc.) please see our [[DMA P25 Decoding and Audio Issues]] article
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| − | ===Batteries===
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| − | * '''What are the best batteries for the (insert handheld model)?
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-tech-support.248|439085-best-batteries-for-uniden-bcd325p2.html|Best Batteries for the 325P2}}
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| − | ===Connection Issues===
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| − | * '''The drivers are installed and cable connected but I cant connect to my software'''
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|uniden-forums.82|427188-uniden-bcd396xt-cable-communication-error.html|BCD396XT Cable Communication Error}}
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| − | *Unless you're using an older home PC, serial ports are a thing of the past. You will need a USB-serial converter to connect the PC and scanner. While Scanner Master sells the USB-1, there are several other off the shelf ones that are known to work. See the [[Connecting scanners via USB]] article for a list of examples, along with an explanation on how to use Windows Device Manager to diagnose connection issues. Many desktop "Business PCs" still have serial ports.
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| − | *Each scanner has a specific setup procedure to set the baud rate on the scanner's port(s) . This [[Freescan - Connecting Scanner to PC|article]] summarizes the necessary steps
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| − | * For the following issues, please see our [[DMA Scanners and Software]] article
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| − | ** Connecting the scanner to the PC
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| − | ** Programming questions
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| − | ** Software packages
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| − | ===FM Broadcast Interference===
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| − | * '''I suspect I have issues with local FM BCers overloading my scanner. What are some good FM traps to use on these scanners?'''
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| − | ** See the {{Thread|splitters-filters-and-multicouplers.204|394943-fm-bandstop-filter-comparison.html|FM Bandstop Filter Comparison}}
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| − | ===Nothing to Scan===
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| − | *I see the '''Nothing to Scan''' error message or
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| − | *I turned off all my Favorites, Systems, or Groups off. What Should I do to re-enable Quick Keys?
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| − | **Please, see our [[Nothing to Scan]] article.
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| − | ===Power button===
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| − | *I press the power button, but my Handheld i.e. (BCD396t BCD436HP) won't turn On, What gives?
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| − | **You must press and HOLD the Power Button for a full two seconds to turn the radio On (or Off). This is a safeguard, to prevent turning the scanner On or Off accidentally, such as: when you're carrying it in your pocket or on a belt.
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| − | ===BCD325P2 and BCD996P2 only===
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| − | ====DMR and MOTOTRBO====
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| − | * [[Programming the P2 Scanners for DMR / MOTOTRBO]]
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| − | ====NXDN====
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| − | * [[Programming the P2 Scanners for NXDN]]
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| − | ====Serial Port Drivers====
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| − | * '''Where can I find the serial port drivers for my P2 scanners?'''
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| − | ** [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD325P2 BCD325P2 page Uniden TWiki]
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| − | ** [http://info.uniden.com/UnidenMan4/BCD996P2 BCD996P2 page Uniden TWiki]
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