Can you turn a CB radio into a police scanner?
The BearTracker 885 does what no other CB Radio can do: It can keep you up-to-date with current public safety activity anywhere in the US and Canada* by scanning for police, fire, ambulance, and/or DOT radio traffic.
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What is the best police scanner?
Best police scanners
- Best overall: Uniden BCD536HP HomePatrol Series Base/Mobile Scanner.
- Editor’s pick: Uniden BCD996P2 Digital Scanner.
- Best for low prices: Whistler WS1025 Analog Desktop Scanner.
- Best scanner CB radio combo: Uniden BearTracker 885 Hybrid CB Radio + Digital Scanner.
What radios do police use?
Police radios operate in a 700/800 MHz UHF band. This gives them a considerable amount of range which is pretty good in urban areas. The P25 radio systems give an improved range for officers. Getting a larger antenna on your walkie talkie can improve the amount of range you receive.
How far can a 5 watt radio transmit?
The 5 watt radio can reach up to 12 miles or more. Some handheld radios have 6 watts which can reach up to 20 miles in the right conditions.
Do you need a license to use Baofeng UV 5r?
Without a license, it is legal to use for receive-only. A license is needed for transmitting. Be careful. Reportedly, that radio is able to also transmit out-of-amateur-bands, for which you will not be licensed, and for which there are penalties.
Do police use ham radios?
But, the vast majority of US police agencies still operate on radio channels compatible with the little $30 technological wonders. The programmable portables are sold for use by amateur radio, HAM operators for use on their two-meter and 70-centimeter bands, which are adjacent to the public safety bands.
Is BaoFeng a good radio?
The BaoFeng BF-F8HP wins our Top Pick Award as the best radio for properly licensed ham radio operators. It can only be used legally by those who have a valid Technician ham radio license or higher. It has an amazing amount of settings, its battery lasts quite a while, and it has an unbeatable range.