241 - Ask Scanner School v47

241 - Ask Scanner School v47

Author: Phil Lichtenberger August 2, 2022 Duration: 53:02
Scanner School - Everything you wanted to know about the Scanner Radio Hobby
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Every month I answer your questions on the podcast.

If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-308-2885 or by visiting www.scannerschool.com/ask

Don't forget to join us on YouTube on the first Tuesday of every month for our live Q&A session.   Click here to Subscribe!

Questions answered on this week's podcast

  • Dan asks about listening to aviation from his apartment.
  • Alan is using an SDS200 and is having trouble setting limits on search ranges.
  • Raymond is using several scanners and is struggling to receive aviation frequencies.
  • Gregory is having reception problems with his BCD325P2.

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🔗 Links from this week's podcast

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Providence County Airports (RI): https://www.radioreference.com/db/aid/7982

Boston ARTCC (ZBW): https://www.radioreference.com/db/aid/2248

MFJ Coax Passthrough: https://amzn.to/3zk0zv9

DPD Productions Indoor Aviation Antenna: https://dpdproductions.com/collections/aviation-base-mobile-antennas/products/vhf-air-blade-indoor-antenna

 

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All session notes with links to the items we talked about can be found on our website at https://www.scannerschool.com/session241

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Ever wondered about the distant voices crackling over a police band or the chatter between air traffic controllers? Scanner School is for the curious. Hosted by Phil Lichtenberger, this exploration digs into the nuances of monitoring public safety and utility communications, transforming a technical hobby into a accessible and fascinating pastime. Rather than just listing equipment, episodes unpack the how and why-the stories behind the signals. You’ll hear practical advice on choosing a scanner, decoding technical jargon, and understanding radio protocols, all explained without assuming prior expertise. The discussion often extends to the ethics and laws surrounding the hobby, providing a thoughtful framework for listeners. Newcomers will find a clear path forward, while seasoned enthusiasts discover deeper layers to their interest. It’s a weekly dose of clarity and discovery, where specific listener questions shape the conversation, moving from basic concepts to more intricate details. Tune in to this podcast for a guided tour through a world of sound most people walk right past, and you might just find yourself listening to your surroundings in a completely new way.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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