The Best Scanner You Can Buy! - The Uniden SDS200 Scanner. P25, DMR & NXDN Digital Police Scanner
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In this video I review the SDS200 scanner by Uniden - The scanner that many people proclaim to be the best scanner on the market today. I explain why you might want or NOT want a scanner, I show you some of the things that I like most about the SDS200 and I show a few things that could be better on the scanner.
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This is the next thing I'm saving up for. This thing would be really fun to have and use. Thank you for all your videos, they have helped me a lot
I clicked the "affiliate link" and now my wife is mad. Magical.
Bought this for the husband for Christmas… ( probably more for myself because of your video 😬)
Because he (we) is clueless in the world of radio communications… upon excitingly opening his gift on Christmas morning , a look of utter bewilderment was frozen on his face . I however,(armed with the information of binge watching your videos)was practically bouncing in my seating with excitement! Unfortunately the enthusiasm wasn’t mutual and am returning it. BUT I was thinking of getting a couple of boafwang thingy radios and the there book by the guy who’s name isn’t his name you talked about on a few vids back . I was thinking that would be a better way to ease into a shtf community. Any thoughts or suggestions appreciated.
Wait...what? The pinned comment is supposed to be where I go to find the stupid. How shall I survive without my daily dose of stupid??
New to radio and scanners due to being a victim of the recent ATT outage and found this video. Subbed within the first 4 minutes. This guy gets it. Youve got an awesome personality and sense of humor! Keep it up!
I have a SDS200 and have been enjoying it for the past 2 years. It has provided me with a lot of enjoyment while providing me with a great amount of local information. I have added the optional DMR software feature as a lot of the local agencies utilize this mode. Great video.
You, Sir, have restored my faith in "TH-cam" (insert hobby here) reviewers. Thank you.
THAT'S IT!
I'm getting one. Not because I want one or because I used the vacuum this week, but because THIS VIDEO WAS THE BEST.
Thanks!
Totally agree!
Thanks Randy, great vid as always. I have two of these, one for the overlander and the other for home with a disc-cone antenna 40 some feet up. One of the great features of this radio is that it shows you the CTCSS and DCS tones when receiving. If you scan the GMRS bands it will show you what tones are used be it repeater or simplex. I use this with the ProScan PC software and just let it run for a day or two and I have a clear list of all the GMRS traffic and the codes being used on each channel.
Another great video! I am a self admitted scanner dork and I enjoyed this video and completely agree its a great scanner. I have the handheld version the SDS100 and it works just like it should. As for the price, you really get what you pay for. There are less expensive models out there but the SDS series from Uniden work best on simulcast systems which you find in a majority of the trunked radio systems. Thanks for the good laughs!
"seems' to work does not mean it works good on simulcast systems. It seems that to listen to simulcast systems one needs a Harris. That and encryption is what has ruined scanning for many
I don't need one, but now I want one. Great job.
I had this scanner for a few years and I have enjoyed listening to it, the main thing about this scanner is just learn the software, and you will see how much fun this scanner is. I also own the SDS100 portable too. best part of starting this scanner is just plug your zip code in and your all set to go. Enjoy the videos keep them comming.
The most entertaining video on youtube. Easily one of my favorite channels to watch.
Love it! I’ve had the handheld version (SDS100) on my wish list for a long time now.
That was your best affiliate link so far. I miss seeing your off-road videos.
I bought the 100(upgraded antenna to a Remtronix)a few years back and loved it so much I go the 200 for the house. It handles trunked systems amazingly. I highly reccomend both of them!
I just bought the SDS200 and I’m very excited to listen and mess with it.
Now I want one as well :) I left an excellent review, I still have my old scanner from Radio Shack 20 years old, Pro-97 1000 Ch Tripple Trunking, I works great still, but never works with batteries anymore, or even the rechargeable batteries. Great as long as it's plugged In, battery compartment is clean, no erosion, I should have someone fix it. I miss Radio Shack & Circuit City, those places were the best to get anything, but of course out of business long long ago. It sucks ordering stuff on Amazon, online, ext cause you have to deal with customer crappy service, sending stuff back, as in the days of Radio Shack & Circuit City was simple to just to take something back with the receipt of purchase. I'm drooling all over this new scanner myself. Lol Have a nice day
Thanks for the well-thought out, concise, informative, in depth, on point, no ifs-ands-or-buts review! I bought a scanner a few years ago, although analog, it quickly went into disuse because the local police went digital a few months after I purchased it. I've been looking for a top quality scanner that does digital and trunking as good as this scanner does. I'm just a normal guy like you, not one of those scanner dorks you talked about in this review.
What's up big R. Lov the videos. Been watching for a bit now. I always literally almost fall outta my chair in gut wrenching-laughter. Lov the fact that I can learn and laugh at the same time. Keep up the good work bro. I've personally learned alot from you, and truly appreciate your dedication and hard work. And did I mention, how easily you outline everything, and go straight to the point. Outstanding. Never stop being who you are. WE LOVE IT. And, WE LEARN FROM YA. Thanks again.
I have this scanner and it is amazing. I've only owned a few scanners but I've been using them since the early 80s. This one does an amazing job on digital trunked systems. The screen is very good and the Sentinel PC software works well however imperfect it may be. I'm going to give Proscan a try when I get a chance. I would like to be able to private stream.
Your attitude is quite refreshing!! Look forward to seeing more videos. I got my Uniden last year, still learning.
I have a 885 that I bought thru Amazon.
I could never get my unit to receive the public service bands. In the box I did not receive a UHF/vhf wire antenna and a black box and telephone cord for the GPS. I had to hook up a diamond antenna and after watching how to put in the zip code into the unit, I successfully got the scanner unit to work. It's great for local traveling but traveling to my kids homes, CT. and FL, it's a pain to keep entering different zip codes, I even find a safe spot every 30 minutes to reenter zip codes. Is there a way for me to buy that black box for the GPS?
Just want to put it out there! That one I like your honesty, your humor and your direct to the point! Keep killing it man!
By far THE BEST "affiliate link below" segment EVER!! LOL
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K that affiliate link below thing made me laugh out loud 🤣
His ah "pauses" before the phrase are legendary... But I think with this video it might be on the verge of getting out of hand. Might be...??? Nah, I'm sure he'll take it up (or down/below) a notch from here.
I've got an SDS100 portable scanner that I use at home and when traveling. While driving I have the 1-cable GPS unit hooked up to it so it runs off vehicle power as well as auto-updates itself to only scan the freqs in use in the area I'm driving through at the time.
It also scans GMRS freqs all the time so I can hear what folks are saying on the road and on GMRS repeaters in the area.
I appreciate you Content, I get lot out of it and learn new information and most importantly smile and laugh.
List of things you CAN hear....Absolutely hysterical !! Well done. I have been thinking about this scanner for a while. Thank for a great introduction
HELLO. WOW GREAT VIDEO. YOUR A FUNNY DUDE. I HAVE ONE AND IT IS VERY GOOD NO PROBLEMS. I HAVE MINE PRE PROGRAMMED AND MINE IS A BEAST
. THANKS FOR THE LAUGHS. RON. Z. WA3090SWL.
This is the first time I've seen your channel. Thank you for the information. And I love the entertainment. You provide along with this and the truth. And yes, I have subscribed.
I love this scanner. I picked up the ProScan software as well so I can stream the audio to my desktop as well as setup a web server to stream it remotely (like to me phone)
At this price range the Midland MXPW500 ammo can base station is looking great. Your listing of scanner stations is just solid.
Man I love this channel! Great info packed with mucho humor. Thanks!
This is great - thank you for the review. I would really like one of these scanners.
Great video. I've been wanting the SDS 100 for a while now. I would love to see a video of the SDS 100, especially the GPS features. Thanks. Keep up the great content.
Just found your channel and glad I did. Very helpful and even entertaining. Thanks.
Great video I do not have this one in particular but i do have many scanners pro-651, pro-652, home patrol 1&2. several of each to be honest. Thanks for sharing.
Have had my SDS200 for 3 years now, can here everything around DC area no problem at all with the exception of a few stuff that is encrypted
Thank you for the no nonsense presentation.
I've been interested in this scanner for a long time. I'd get the sds100, though, because it will be used in numerous locations. Thanks for the overview.
So now I have one of these to go along with my SDS100 portable. They are even better than I could have imagined. The only negatives for me are this. The LAN port needs to be on the back, not the front, and the fact it has a downward-firing speaker. Software wise, Uniden's native Sentinel software is atrocious. Proscan is an order of magnitude better, but there are many things that can only be done with Sentinel. Understanding the way the memory system works is incredibly unintuitive; it took me weeks to get everything exactly as I wanted, and it's still not perfect. But once it's programmed it's a dream to use. A sensitive receiver, great LSM reception for P25 trunking, a gorgeous bright full colour display, and I could go on. This one's a keeper!
You are a real hoot, I am an American for 59 years, Sad that Corporate moved to CHEAPER labor in China. I am a NEW GMRS member WRWR950, Thanks to you, I have learning a lot at 62yr old Thank You for your different spin on TH-cam, Be Safe and Healthy in the final end of COVID-19.
I bought the handheld "little brother" version of this (SDS100), absolutely love it!! 🙂
Hilarious presentation .. Loved it and subscribed after90 seconds thank you..JR
Thanks for the review and insights - had been looking at getting a scanner and while the price on this one is indeed high, for the features it or the handheld version is something we may be interested in grabbing. Appreciate your content! PS - hope to get back on the GMRS/Zello group soon.
First time here loved your video, definitely getting me this scanner. Also love how real you are 😂 keeping 100
You just helped me identify my #1 Christmas present for 2023 !!! (and I will ask the lovely Mrs. THOR to use your AWS link). My favorite line from today's video: "And, a Function Knob for Turning and Pushing..." Classic. :) Oh, and nice high-tech pointing device.
Hello I am new to your channel and appreciate your content and humor. I also do not have a clue about radios, but I’m actually learning something because you explain so clearly. Thank you, ROBERT CAMERON
That's a awesome scanner! Dang would love that thing! Great video! Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for a simple start video on this scanner. The price doesn't bother me much since I can't afford any of the scanners so a price for such a nice looking scanner doesn't faze my dreaming of getting it. Would love to get one though. It's on my Amazon wish list.
Wh-what?? When is encryption being implemented? To commit crimes I need to know what the police are doing.
The police in my area really don't broadcast anything of importance over the air. They use cell phones to talk about what they don't want you knowing.
My local police department used to have a scrambler. They used it for the important things like "how do you want your hamburger done?" and "the mayor is at the mall. His car was stolen."
I have the SDS200E EU version. Here the police have been encrypted since 2000/01 they use TETRA airwave, basically a semi phone system. Now they are moving to a new actually phone system (as are the ambulance and fire service) called ESN or the Emergency Services Network here in Scotland UK.
Some useless
I noticed the police also do that where we live
Oh no they don't that is a myth for sad hams...
The sarcasm is priceless! Nice review, new subscriber!
Excellent video thank you. Scanners have come a long way. I vacuumed the rugs took out the trash and went to the food store all I got was yelled at for buying wine because it wasn't on the list.
Thank you for a great review. Probably out of my price range, but good to know what is available.
You have cost me lots of my monies buying items you recommend. All have been great! I tortured my wife and son by listening to your videos on a 5-hour trip last week. They now are fully versed in Fars, magigaherz, and Sad Hams. Thank you!
😂 you are the best, funny, love the sarcasm to all the "Karen's", out there. I first tuned into your posts for info, but now also for your laying low all the wizards.
You've made it simple for me to understand since I knew nothing about any of this. Thanks for the layman's teachings and the laughs.
Love it! So true!!!! So funny presentation with truth, well done!
Love your channel! You are a hoot!😂
Hi Randy.....John here.....I was looking for video's on this scanner, which I own, and lo & behold...there you are.....I am really enjoying your videos. I also have the SDS-100 handheld and the BCD436 & 536 scanners. I did not know you can run Sentinel on a Mac. I will have to look into that, since I prefer Macs now over a common windows PC. At work today, Sunday 4-30-23. Gotta go because break is over. Hopefully we can catch up later....Great to see you again Mr. Randy.....
You are hilarious my friend thanks for the useful info for a simple person like me. You made my purchase easier
Thanks Randy for doing this review. I have the portable SDS100 version. I’ve been patiently waiting and hoping for you to review this. Thank you. Right now I use it out of the box, but would love to see future videos that cover additional features and customization.
The SDS100 handles all the work. Update the database with the Uniden Sentinel software and put in your zip code where you are. It's that simple.
Great video. Good laughs. Good info. No need to change what you are doing.
Unique, unapologetic commentary paired with thoughful non-verbal communication, including the air quotes and Vanna-esque hand gestures to the broken pencil tip make these videos pure genius. Dare I say, the George Carlin of true amateur radio TH-cam.
I busted out laughing at the blown out pencil tip
Me too !
Just discovered this channel....this guy is great!
Refreshing....straight shooting!
Love it!!!!!
You got a new sub, you crack me up. Look forward to more videos
The best feature of the SDS 200 and portable SDS 100 is how well they handle what' called LSM (Linear Simulcast Modulation) on P25 trunked systems. If there are multiple sites transmitting on the same frequency the SDS 100/200 will receive them perfectly while the older P25 Phase-II scanners will have some trouble with dropouts. I would also strong recommend using ProScan rather than Uniden's Sentinel software for programming. Sentinel is a pain in the bitch to use, but necessary for firmware and database upgrades.
yep, my older Whistler Easy Scan has trouble with simulcast signals. Like they try to cancel each other out and you get a Hodge podge of stacked out-of-sync signals. I ordered the SDS 100 of this series of scanners from ZipScanners this week. The tracking number shows it made it from MI to my hometown in LA to be delivered tomorrow. I can't wait to get my hands on it.
Now, I'm off to research how to talk with my hands.
Cheers from Louisiana.
LSM pertains to both Phase 1 and 2, fyi...
Honestly, my BCD536 handles the Central New York trunked system quite well.
I’m am getting one ☝️
I am a newbie and don't understand something here. Why would I pay hundreds of dollars for this scanner when apparently a $50 SDR dongle will do more?
Yes the price is a Deal breaker but its still a cool Scanner and if you hook up an external antenna up higher. You can get more.
Interesting device. Thanks for the VID! BE WELL & SAFE!
Solid 11 seconds of enjoyment watching you peel off the screen protector.
Love your intro, Scanner Dorks... Funny stuff.
Be Safe and Have Fun !!!
Semper-Fi, Nick
Nice video as always Randy. I have two SDS 100s. I will eventually get the SDS 200.
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Splendid review! Thank you!
Technology has come a long way since I paid attention to scanners 40 years ago. Awesome!
This scanner is really cool! I bought my first digital scanner ( Uniden ) a couple of years ago, I've always had a scanner running at my home for years because i am a firefighter and medic and it gives me a heads-up on things going on before the radio pager goes off. The only thing is they are really advanced and I've had a steep learning curve for this one compared to my old fashioned analog programmable scanners. Im also trying out a SDR to see if i can use it as a scanning receiver. Thanks for introducing this cool scanner . Expensive but for how much tech goes into them its worth it, also it should last a long time ( hopefully)
@ L.A. Thanks for YOUR service! BE CAREFUL OUT THERE!
Yeah, I wish these things programmed the same way as my 396T did. That thing came in handy when we were still on VHF analog but our PDs were on the state P25 system.17 years as FF-II/Hazmat Tech here.
I bought an SDR basically to listen to the whole spectrum. This SDS200 seems like a simpler way of doing the same thing. My SDR has a waterfall display, but the SDS200 has so many cool features. I like that the SDS200 can replay something if you just didn't catch it. and also the feature that will find new freq. while I sleep sounds nifty. And that it comes pre loaded with so many local freq. Really like the controlling it with the computer part. Thanks brother.
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got one for Christmas and love it 👍🏻
I had the predecessor to this scanner, and it's a fantastic unit. It's reasonable to expect this will be at least as good, and probably better.
I actually had mine on the night of the Oct 1 event in Las Vegas. I heard things on the scanner that never made it to the mainstream news.
Oddly, it wasn't long after that that the local PD encrypted their dispatch channels. Weird.
Funny thing is, Vegas went encrypted prior to Oct 1 using a network called OpenSky, but it was so plagued with bugs and glitches, they reverted back to their old non-encrypted system. But yes, Oct 1 was the catalyst for Metro adopting a more advanced encrypted network called SNACC. That said, there is still a ton of good stuff to listen to in Vegas, mainly security/Ops at the hotels...just make sure you do the DMR upgrade...trust me, it's worth it!
Any helicopter air traffic that evening?🔫🧐🪦🚁
Listened to that live too 😁.
I bought my first scanner radio back in the 90's. Everything was analog then.
I lived in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area at the time. Listening to the Milwaukee Police dept., I was astounded by the crimes taking place in Milwaukee, that never makes it to the news. Even though my father was a Milwaukee Cop, I had no idea.
The news only tells you probably less than one percent of the crime that happens all around you. And then, they slant it to whatever political agenda they may have.
I now have a Unication G4 that I use for a scanner radio. Although Milwaukee P.D. is encrypted, there is a "Chase Channel" that patches in to all the area departments that is unencrypted. All area departments use this for car chases. Makes for some interesting listening.
I have had my eye on the SDS 200, and may get one.
@@brockdt The way I see it, if they're gonna use OUR money to build these radio systems, they should be unencrypted. The police are supposed to work for us, and listening in is the only we we can know if they're doing their job. THAT'S why they want to encrypt everything.
Very nice unit. First time to see the display. thank you.
Randy, because of you, I have this shirt. Hail Xenu.
You are the BEST period.
I just purchased the SDS200 scanner .Thank You
Yes Randy It’s A Great Scanner I Have The Uniden Sds 100
I love it when you do that! 3:35 More! We want more!
yeah! Uniden is the best no ham radio I know of can bet them on scanning speed and the p25 decoder is a must have
Love your work. Especially your monologues 👌❤️🤣Plus I’ve learned a few things. Don’t let the bastards get you down.
I'm pretty sure I've seen your hands in magazine adds...you must moisturize. I've had scanners growing up and always had one in my cruiser years ago, my how things have changed...big dollar item! Another great video!
As always, good info!
On my 436HP, It has "close call" mode which identifies nearby (powerful) transmissions. Turning OFF close call increased scanning speed significantly. No idea if that's relevant to this radio, but something to experiment with.
I have both of these Units!!! It's good to be in the Loop, If you Can be in it!!! I know there are many areas in the country, Where it's only private party Chat for security Reasons !!! I'm very fortunate to live in a area of the country, Where you still can hear a nice level of broadcasting!!!
Awesome video. I am not a scanner dork and the long videos with over explaining and condescending I know everything tone is annoying. I really like this guys video. Simple. Clean.
Appreciate this review being I'm looking for a receiver though at a ripoff $1000 here in UK I'll have to carry on. Thank you Randy
I waiting for you to say sanitation and when you said garbage trucks, i stood up and applauded.
9:10 The other manual seemed to be in French. Excellent video.. also.. I like your Mossberg 500 mat behind.
Amazing review, like and subbed!
I have the Home Patrol 2…No complaints and worth every cent. Weather and also the Trunked EMS and Police/Sheriffs. Well worth buying it not getting the larger version.
As always love the videos
Ya i dont have the pennies but i do appreciate your video on it. If i run into some money id like one.
Keep it up man. You’re the best ytbr.
OMG! The allowance part had me in stitches!!!!!😂😂😂😂
IM INTERESTED IN AMBALANCE CALLS! THANK YOU KIND SIR!!!
Excellent video and I am def interested in getting one someday despite the price.
Very good review geared towards the "normal" person. Thank you.
Hey Randy. I hope you and your family are well!