This is why you need a Software Defined Radio

This is why you need a Software Defined Radio

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Everyone needs a SDR in their scanner radio setup In this episode, Phil walks through the basics of what an SDR is, its history, and how you can get set up with one. Free SDR webinar! Our new webinar will introduce you to Software Defined Radios. "Why Every Scanner User Needs an SDR: The #1 Underrated Tool that should be in your setup" will be February 23, 2021. Register now at www.scannerschool.com/webinar (more…)
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SDR and the Raspberry Pi

SDR and the Raspberry Pi

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Running an SDR on a Raspberry PI with "Fuzz the Pi Guy" Today we welcome a new friend, "Fuzz the Pi Guy" Fuzz has a large YouTube channel and has a ton of SDR and Raspberry Pi Videos. Fuzz and I discuss how he uses his Software Defined Radios and how he keeps costs down by using a Raspberry Pi as as his computer for many of these projects. (more…)
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2021 Crash Course Part 1 – The Basics

2021 Crash Course Part 1 – The Basics

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Do you want to get started with scanning or brush up on basics in the new year? In this episode, Phil goes through a rapid-fire rundown of basic terminology and types of scanning from analog to digital transmissions. This is part 1 of this 2021 crash course. (more…)
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The Secrets are in the Searches

The Secrets are in the Searches

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Have you wondered how you can best use the search function on your scanner? In this episode, Phil walks through some tips for how to use your scanner to search for new frequencies, from pre-programmed search ranges to scan and search mode, and more. (more…)
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Whistler Signal Stalker

Whistler Signal Stalker

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Whistler's Signal Stalker and Spectrum Sweeper Do you want to know how to use Whistler’s signal stalker or spectrum sweeper functions? In this episode, I will explain how to access and use these features, the options you have, use cases, and more. (more…)
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