Whistler TRX-1 Handheld Digital Scanner Radio
February 18, 2020 - Comment
Whistler TRX-1 Handheld Digital Scanner Radio
Product Features
- Simple Zip Code programming. Preloaded USA/Canada MicroSD card included. Easy updating via Internet. User upgradable CPU firmware. Spectrum Sweeper. Clock / Calendar.
- APCO P25 Digital Phase I & II.SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS: Only for use on Windows Operating Systems. CTCSS and DCS subaudible decoder. Dedicated SKYWARN/Weather button.
- Dedicated SKYWARN/Weather button. IF Discriminator Out. Tuning Steps: 2.5, 3.125, 5, 6.25, 7.5, 8.33, 10, 12.5 ad 25 kHz. Record up to 50 hours of audio on the 2 GB microSDr. Date and time stamp recorded audio files
- Strong signal overload from nearby transmitter.Check performance with and without attenuator activated, use setting with best reception. Loose or defective antenna. Inspect antenna and connectors and correct any problems found.Incorrect modulation mode selected. Ensure that proper modulation mode is selected for the type of system being monitored. If necessary, use the PC Application to change modulation mode.
- The scanner does not function.Ensure that the scanner is equipped with fresh batteries. If powering the scanner from external power, make certain that the USB power plug is fully inserted into the scanners USB jack. Weak signals from distant stations. Reposition for best reception. 2-Way radio reception is line-of-sight. Consider an outdoor antenna; the first 30 feet of elevation makes the most difference. Attenuator in use on weak signals. Check performance with and without attenuator activated,use setting with best reception.
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Buy a brick, draw a TRX-1 on it and save $475.00 I had this radio for 11 days before I printed out the return label. I wanted to like it, I really did. My background: Licenensed amateur radio operator for 22 years, electronics/computer savvy, work in the RF/Telecommunications field and have messed with radios and scanners for as long as I can remember. As I said, I wanted to like it. It’s well built with a heavy duty case. It’s easy to program with the zip code feature and using EZ scan software on the computer if you have experience. If…
OK scanner, bad software The Whistler TRX-1 is an OK scanner, hobbled by bad software and some questionable design decisions. The bottom line is that if you just want an easy-to-use, works-out-of-the-box scanner you probably should avoid this one. If you are experienced with tweaking scanner settings and computer software, need the advanced digital trunking features, and have some time and patience, this might be for you. Read reviews and especially the RadioReference.com Whistler forum, to help you decide if you want…
Great Scanner, programming was a breeze Iâve read so much about how difficult this scanner is to program, I almost didnât buy it. Iâm glad I didnât listen, this scanner is incredible, easily the best Iâve ever owned.If you want to get the fullest enjoyment out of this scanner, do the following.1. Get a Radio Reference account. Every frequency available in the U.S. is there.2. Download the Butel ARC500 trial software. I bought mine, but you can get up and running using the trial version. You can use all the features…