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Whistler WS-1088 Digital Handheld Scanner APCO P25 Digital Phase I & 2 - New!

Whistler WS-1088 Digital Handheld Scanner APCO P25 Digital Phase I & 2 - New!

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This Whistler WS-1088 Digital Handheld Scanner is a top-of-the-line device that is perfect for radio communication enthusiasts. With its advanced features and high-quality construction, this scanner is sure to impress. It is designed to work with various frequencies, including UHF, VHF, HF, and CB, and has a memory capacity of 200 scan lists. The scanner is manufactured in the Philippines by Whistler, a trusted brand in the industry. It comes in a sleek black color and is equipped with a range of features, including channel monitoring and NOAA weather channels. The scanner is powered via USB D/C and has a weight of 2.5 LBS. This is a great choice for anyone who wants a reliable and high-performance scanner.

The Whistler WS1088 allows you to listen to desired communications without PC or Internet programming because everything is already in the scanner! The scanner includes a 2GB SD card inside the radio with the entire US database of trunked systems and popular conventional frequencies so you can monitor local police/fire and emergency frequencies right out of the box. So no matter where you are in the USA, you can easily and instantly access the analog trunking systems and conventional frequencies of interest. Frequency coverage includes:  25-54, 108-136.99, 137-174, 216-512, 764-781.99, 791-798.99, 806-960 (excluding cellular bands), 1240-1300 MHz. Frequency step:  3.125, 5, 6.25, 7.5, 8.33, 10, 12.5 and 25 kHz. The large backlit LCD utilizes icons to give you the exact status of your radio. The radio is highly configurable to your own operating preferences. Operates from four AA cells (not included) or USB 5 VDC. Requires a PC with Windows. Includes a printed manual and a quick-start-guide, belt clip, PC USB data cable. If you are using rechargeable AA cells (not included), you can charge them internally via the supplied USB cable. This supplied cable could be plugged into the USB port of a computer or a USB charger.


System Types:

  • Motorola Type I
  • Motorola Type II
  • Motorola Type IIi Hybrid
  • Motorola Type II Smartnet
  • Motorola Type II Smartzone
  • Motorola Type II Smartzone Omnilink
  • EDACS Standard (Wide)
  • EDACS Standard Networked
  • EDACS Narrowband (Narrow)
  • EDACS Narrowband Networked
  • EDACS SCAT
  • EDACS ESK (not ProVoice)
  • LTR Standard
  • Project 25 Phase I & II
  • Motorola X2 TDMA

The WS1088 has a full backlit alphanumeric keypad in addition to the familiar Scan, Pause, Select and Navigation controls. A raised homing bar on the #5 key, various button shapes, and different backlight features improve accessibility. The full keyboard allows you to easily create new and edit Trunked systems, Sites, and Talkgroups directly from the scanner without the use of a pc for when you are on the go. A PC program (EZ Scan) is provided for additional customization.

The Whistler WS1088 is multi-system adaptive digital trunking scanners with Motorola P25 Phase I, X2-TDMA and Phase II capabilities. All USA/Canada services and frequencies are pre-programmed onto the included SD card making them ready to use out of the box - they can even be programmed by entering your ZIP code.

Features of this radio include:
   Simple menu driven user interface.
   Preloaded MicroSD card included.
   Easy updating via Internet
   APCO P25 Digital Phase I & II
   Compact, modern case design
   Multi-system analog trunking (Motorola, EDACS and LTR)
   CTCSS and DCS subaudible decoder
   SAME Weather Alerts
   Service search
   User upgradable CPU firmware
   Spectrum Sweeper

Additional features include:
* Permits recording by scannable object and saves into a Windows compatible audio file
* Clock and calendar function adds date/time info to the recordings
* Dedicated SKYWARN®/Weather button allows quick access to frequencies used by storm spotter networks and NOAA weather reports
* Features Spectrum Sweeper and a programmable audio and visual alert system

In the Box[edit]

  • WS1088 Radio
  • USB Cable
  • Flex Antenna
  • MicroSD Card
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