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Uniden BCD536HP HomePatrol Series Digital Phase 2 Base/Mobile Scanner with HPDB and Wi-Fi. Simple Programming, TrunkTracker V, S.A.M.E. Emergency/Weather Alert. Covers USA and Canada.
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| Compatible Devices | Laptop, Desktop, Smartphone |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Brand | Uniden |
| Connectivity Technology | USB Cable |
| Number of Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
About this item
- The BCD536HP continues Uniden's tradition of leading innovation. Home Patrol Programming makes it the easiest-to-program mobile professional scanner we've ever made.
- Plus, the Wi-Fi feature lets you use the exclusive Uniden Siren App on your smartphone or tablet to access your scanner from anywhere in your home or vehicle.
- The 536HP digital Trunk Tracker V is the first full mobile/desktop unit that requires no user programming. Simply turn it on, enter your zip code and Trunk Tracker V does the rest.
- This user friendly digital scanner will immediately begin receiving communications systems used by Public Safety, Police, Fire, EMS, Ambulance, Aircraft, Military, Weather, and more.
- This functionality is made possible by combining the rich radio system database from Radio Reference with Uniden's patented radio system selection methods to correctly identify and monitor only nearby systems in the USA and Canada.
- Scan by location allows you to set your location(s) by zip/postal code or GPS coordinates
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Customers are happy with the quality of the bar code reader, saying it's an excellent product. They are also satisfied with the value, features, and firmware. That said, opinions are mixed on ease of use, performance, sound quality, and wireless.
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Customers like the quality of the bar code reader. They mention it's a very good scanner, with good sensitivity. They also say it'll provide what they need. Customers also say the build quality is top of the line, and the radio is remarkably competent.
"This is truly a fantastic scanner!..." Read more
"...plug or direct battery hookup all comes in box with the radio...very nice unit have had some scanners in the past that where so difficult to set up..." Read more
"...GPS scanning capability for those interested although I haven’t purchased or used the unit.•..." Read more
"...All kidding aside, I would buy again. It's a great scanner!!!" Read more
Customers like the value of the bar code reader. They mention it's well worth the price, packed with features, and a high end scanner.
"...is very easy to use, you may pay a little more but it is worth the difference in price." Read more
"This is an expensive unit. Setup was quite easy and when I entered my ZIP code it immediately began scanning...." Read more
"...awesome NO need really for anything extra to get ...being it is a little expensive..but your getting a very high quality piece of tech ..super nice..." Read more
"...This is the coolest scanner I have ever seen. Worth the $ in my opinion." Read more
Customers like the features of the bar code reader. They mention that it has many useful features and ways to custom program. Some say that the keys are a tricky mess, but the Favorites feature itself is cool. They also say that it's incredibly feature rich radios, far beyond the tech of last century's. Customers also say it'd be great to use with zip code based Home Patrol feature. They appreciate the fact that it is versatile and has tons of frequencies.
"...There are also optional, pay to unlock features availiable. Both Provoice and Dmr are systems that you can monitor once unlocked...." Read more
"...LIKE ME! The sentinel software really helps, but it also ASSuMEs a lot...." Read more
"...be a very common complaint with most of these scanners, the feature simply isn't there, and the company doesn't seem to care much about fixing the..." Read more
"...with just the numpad+.+E keys a tricky mess, but the Favorites feature itself is cool...." Read more
Customers like the firmware of the bar code reader. They say it comes with software that makes firmware and database updates a breeze. Some mention that it's up and running in minutes.
"...this scanner is easier to program and both the firmware and databases can be updated...." Read more
"...Support for third-party software like ARC536.• It’s about $10 cheaper; HRO has it for an additional $5 less today.•..." Read more
"...Easy to upgrade firmware and channels using Sentinel.Cons;..." Read more
"...Had a it a few months now. Is easy to update from PC. I just check the web site each week for the program and will update if needed...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of use. Some mention that the setup was fairly straightforward, and programming the unit with the Sentinel software is very simple. However, others say that the instruction book is confusing, programming can be frustrating for newbies, and the manual isn't the best. They also mention that there is a small learning curve.
"super easy to set up an use comes with all the stuff but I did get the external speaker and the gps hook up unit but have not installed them yet....." Read more
"...This unit includes a usb cable to connect to a computer. The manual isn't the best but I hear there are better ones out there...." Read more
"Very easy to work with. A Part was missing and they sent another one." Read more
"...The Sentinel programming software is basic and not as polished as Whistler’s; need to manually find updates to it on their website...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the bar code reader. Some mention that it works very well, is the best overall functioning scanner they've ever owned, and does pretty good on simulcast. However, others say that WiFi does not work at all, has very limited function, and did not operate on power up.
"...This unit features included Wi-Fi, works great and includes a dongle you just plug into the back...." Read more
"...Oh it is there. It just doesn't work. Their website also says the app for the WI-FI will be available 1st quarter of 2014. It is now May 25th...." Read more
"Works Great:I have had this for 3 months without a glitch...." Read more
"...The scanner works great. It will work even better once I get over the learning curve (I'm old). Just my 2 cents worth." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the bar code reader. Some mention that the sound is great and clear, while others say that it sucks on both the handheld and the radio. The reception is very poor and often inaudible, the digital is muffled and bassy, and the buttons often fail. The sound and voices are not consistent, and it goes from 0 to 47 and the volume is a consistent roller coaster ride.
"...Powerful audio (when used with an external speaker)Easy to upgrade firmware and channels using Sentinel.Cons;..." Read more
"...The NXDN system upgrade was offered for free.• Speaker isn't as loud and listening to people I talk with locally on Ham bands, sounds..." Read more
"...It picks up everything! Love listening to airports, CB, Ham, GMRS, hit the close call button and you hear local radio and things close, it's there..." Read more
"...display is hard to see on both the handheld and this one, the sound sucks on both...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the wireless. Some mention that the WiFi is a nice feature for streaming to smartphone and ProScan, and the reception is awesome. However, others say that there is still no Wi-Fi/Siren App or Analyze function, and that they couldn't get reception in their area.
"...have passed since the release of this scanner and there is still NO Wi-Fi/Siren App or Analyze function...." Read more
"...This unit features included Wi-Fi, works great and includes a dongle you just plug into the back...." Read more
"Very good but I couldn’t get reception in my area" Read more
"...UNFORTUNATELY, THE UNIT DOES NOT COME WITH A WI-FI DONGLE AS STATED...." Read more
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I’ve owned the Uniden BCD536HP for almost 3 years, purchased the DMR upgrade and enjoying it ever since. I did have the RTC issue and finally decided to send it in for repair about a week ago; I’m surprised they accepted it after so long. Thank you, Uniden!
I picked up a Whistler TRX-2 about 2 weeks ago and can say the BCD536HP was the better choice thus far. Once I get my BCD536HP back then I’ll have time to use them simultaneously more.
BCD536HP
• Screen is larger and displays more details about target; has 32 larger font characters across another 4 for HOLD status.
• Boots up much faster than the TRX-2, even with the RTC error asking me to reset the clock and letting it time out. Starts scanning 16 seconds after turning knob to power on after RTC repair.
• Speaker is louder; listening to people I talk with locally on Ham bands and has natural sounding audio.
• GPS scanning capability for those interested although I haven’t purchased or used the unit.
• Support for third-party software like ARC536.
• It’s about $10 cheaper; HRO has it for an additional $5 less today.
• The Sentinel programming software is basic and not as polished as Whistler’s; need to manually find updates to it on their website.
TRX-2
• The Digital Trunking Scanner Programming System is more polished than Uniden’s and makes it easier to upgrade all components from a single interface.
• The ability to store different configurations via V-scanner is a nice function.
• The NXDN system upgrade was offered for free.
• Speaker isn't as loud and listening to people I talk with locally on Ham bands, sounds hollow.
• Feels like a tin can and the detachable head (something I don't care for) feels light and cheap; even the mount is thin.
• Screen is small and belongs on a handheld, not mobile/desktop scanner; has 16 characters across with smaller font.
• The supplied Whistler USB cable is way too short unless you're using a notebook on the same desk as the scanner.
• Only two of five white keys have lights and all other keys don't appear to have any lights behind them.
• Noticed backlighting display flickering and reported by others as well.
• Scanning shows top level lists instead of actual targets names.
• Paging system intermod on 2m Ham and 150-160MHz bands but not present on BCD536HP, receivers, SDRs or Ham gear.
• Too easy to accidentally edit config since clicking on something will automatically save config.
• Copying initial Library was extremely slow and stuck at 42%; clicking in the window appeared to wake it up as it looked like it was freezing. The same cable used with the BCD536HP updates the database much faster.
• Starts scanning 3 minutes and 7 seconds after holding button (for about 3 seconds) to power on.
• Every time you go into the Menu and back out, the lists reload again and you have to wait!
• No third-party software support.
I’ve owned the Uniden BCD536HP for almost 3 years, purchased the DMR upgrade and enjoying it ever since. I did have the RTC issue and finally decided to send it in for repair about a week ago; I’m surprised they accepted it after so long. Thank you, Uniden!
I picked up a Whistler TRX-2 about 2 weeks ago and can say the BCD536HP was the better choice thus far. Once I get my BCD536HP back then I’ll have time to use them simultaneously more.
BCD536HP
• Screen is larger and displays more details about target; has 32 larger font characters across another 4 for HOLD status.
• Boots up much faster than the TRX-2, even with the RTC error asking me to reset the clock and letting it time out. Starts scanning 16 seconds after turning knob to power on after RTC repair.
• Speaker is louder; listening to people I talk with locally on Ham bands and has natural sounding audio.
• GPS scanning capability for those interested although I haven’t purchased or used the unit.
• Support for third-party software like ARC536.
• It’s about $10 cheaper; HRO has it for an additional $5 less today.
• The Sentinel programming software is basic and not as polished as Whistler’s; need to manually find updates to it on their website.
TRX-2
• The Digital Trunking Scanner Programming System is more polished than Uniden’s and makes it easier to upgrade all components from a single interface.
• The ability to store different configurations via V-scanner is a nice function.
• The NXDN system upgrade was offered for free.
• Speaker isn't as loud and listening to people I talk with locally on Ham bands, sounds hollow.
• Feels like a tin can and the detachable head (something I don't care for) feels light and cheap; even the mount is thin.
• Screen is small and belongs on a handheld, not mobile/desktop scanner; has 16 characters across with smaller font.
• The supplied Whistler USB cable is way too short unless you're using a notebook on the same desk as the scanner.
• Only two of five white keys have lights and all other keys don't appear to have any lights behind them.
• Noticed backlighting display flickering and reported by others as well.
• Scanning shows top level lists instead of actual targets names.
• Paging system intermod on 2m Ham and 150-160MHz bands but not present on BCD536HP, receivers, SDRs or Ham gear.
• Too easy to accidentally edit config since clicking on something will automatically save config.
• Copying initial Library was extremely slow and stuck at 42%; clicking in the window appeared to wake it up as it looked like it was freezing. The same cable used with the BCD536HP updates the database much faster.
• Starts scanning 3 minutes and 7 seconds after holding button (for about 3 seconds) to power on.
• Every time you go into the Menu and back out, the lists reload again and you have to wait!
• No third-party software support.
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Where I have issues is when it comes to downloading and using Uniden's website program. Had the scanner for a week now, and after 3 days of trying to download, I gave up. Might try it again later. It's a good thing I live in the city and I'm able to get lots of receptions. Suggestion to Uniden company is to include a CD or a USB stick with the Ubiden files on them. That way, it would be easier for the buyers to get access.
If you are looking for something to move from car to house or carry with you, this is not the right scanner. Get this scanner but the handheld mobile version, I will be buying one of those soon.














