▪ Menu Driven Programming with Context Sensitive Help Each menu item provides a few lines of help text that provide assistance with programming and using the scanner
▪ Scan List functionality allows you to arrange group and scan objects according to your preference
▪ Free Form Memory Organization Allocation of memory dynamically and efficiently as it is needed This differs from low cost and older scanners that had memory organized in rigid and wasteful memory banks
▪ Skywarn Storm Spotter Functionality Instant access to frequencies used by storm spotter networks
▪ Digital AGC Instantly compensates for low user audio levels that are common on digital systems Installation Troubleshooting If Windows does not detect the cable when plugged in try using any other USB port if availableIf the installation fails remove the cable and reboot your computer and perform the installation again
Manufacturer | Whistler |
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Brand | Whistler |
Item model number | WS1040 |
Color | Multicolor |
Weight | 8.5 ounces |
Height | 5.71 inches |
Depth | 1.65 inches |
Product Id | 3705 |
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User Reviews and Ratings | 3.7 (79 ratings) 3.7 out of 5 stars |
UPC | 052303406997 |
The WS1040 stores up to 1,800 frequencies and lets you search for nearby frequency transmissions and automatically jump to a found transmission. Plus, it lets you hear storm reports and more before they are broadcast on TV or radio. What is Object Oriented Scanning? Programming scanning receivers can be challenging, but object-oriented programming simplifies the process by using common conventions for scanning concepts that have common characteristics. A Scannable Object is any defined item that can be scanned or monitored.
Whistler WS1040 Digital Handheld Scanner Object-oriented User Interface Features Common Data Entry, Browsing & Control Methods For Every Scannable Object Scan List Allows Arranging, Grouping & Scanning Objects According To Preference Free-form Memory Organization Allocates Memory Dynamically & Efficiently As It Is Needed V-scanner Technology Saves Complete Radio Configurations Within The Radio For Recall Into Main Memory As Needed In The Field-21 Folders Are Provided, Each Capable Of Storing Over 1,800 Objects With A Memory Capacity Of Main Memory Combined With V-scanners Is Over 37,800 Objects Skywarn Provides Instant Access To Frequencies Used By Storm Spotter Networks To Monitor Storm Conditions As They Occur Same/all-hazards Weather Alerting Alerts Of Severe Weather & Other Hazards In The Chosen County Or Counties Digital Agc Instantly Compensates For Low User Audio Levels That Are Common On Digital Systems Ltr Home Repeater Automotive Automatically Moves The Frequencies To The Proper Home Repeater Slots As Transmissions Are Received On The System Subaudible Squelch Decoder Provides Fast, Reliable Decoding Of Subaudible Squelch Signaling With Squelch Tail Elimination Quickly Sweeps The Scanner's Frequency Ranges For Transmissions From Nearby Sources
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The WS1040 is an Excellent and Powerful scanner and comes with a good manual but Youtube videos are easier and quicker to learn about and how to program Fast. . It is well woth the money I paid and one of the top 3 or even top 2 on some of the sites that I highly researched before making my decision.
Nice scanner. Not too hard to program. Lots of options for scanning.
This is a amazing scanner! It can be a bit overwhelming at first, so I would say this scanner is more for the hobbyist that likes to tinker with things rather than the person who just wants to turn it on and start listening. To get the most out of this scanner you need to download ARC500 from Butel free for 30 days, then a $24.95 one time purchase. You'll also need a subscription to Radio Reference ($15 for 6 months, $30 for a year). A external speaker with a mono 3.5 mm plug is a nice addition if listening from home. I thought living in the country I would need a external antenna, but you probably wont need one if you're mainly listening to digital trunked systems, which would be most police, fire, and ambulance. This scanner does not include Phase 2 trunking, but we are still on Phase 1 in my area, so not a issue for me. The programming isn't super difficult, it just takes a bit time of time and patience.
Digital radio scanners are complex - this one gets a lion's share of frequencies out there...and really is not that bad to program (especially if you watch a couple Youtube videos). Great sensitivity even with the supplied "rubber duck" antenna. Very happy with it! Many digital radios can run around $500-$1000!
I've been using my new Whistler WS1040 for about 3 weeks now. It works very well once you get it programmed. The programming can be a little tricky but once I figured it out it's all good. Very happy with the price of $212.00
Difficult to set up for me
This radio is way too complicated for the average user. The set up is challenging for even a tech savvy person like myself. Then, once you solve for quantum physics and get the thing programmed, the sound quality is lacking. I am not super impressed with this radio, but apparently for handhelds - this is the best one to consider. The only reason why I bought this is because the former Radio Shack handheld that I loved for the past 15 years broke. Amazon and eBay have since put Radio Shack out of business so therefore we have the Whistler product sold through Wal-Mart where no one employed there knows FA about electronics. Welcome to 2021. I am going to keep this radio as it's about as good as it's going to get as a replacement - but I'm not impressed to say the least.
to hard to program plus after spending money for scanner you have to pay to download frequency's I am and sending it back
Harder to program than expected....
Never gotting item and have contacted you about this matter and still getting nothing done