Uniden BC340CRS 100-Channel Clock Radio Scanner
by Uniden
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Customer Review: The Best Uniden Product I Ever Had
Summary: 4 Stars
I ordered this scanner from Uniden's website as I have had a big interest in Public Safety ever since I was little. I also get bored here easily as there is not much good music on the radio so I ordered this to be able to kill some day time.
This is a conventional 100 channel base scanner. While the initial programming is not too smooth sailing even for tech savys like me, the operation is easy once one gets a hang of it. It lets you save 100 different frequencies used by the PD, FD, airport, marine, and ameteur bands. It even has NOAA weather band, AM/FM radio, and a clock that can awaken you in the morning. While I do agree that the alarm is sometimes on the weak side, it beats having an alarm clock by the nightstand.
I will warn people that many agencies (such as police and fire departments) have now switched to more secure 800 MHz trunked radio systems. This means you may not be able pick up local chatter (like what I wanted). This trunked system allows multiple authorities to talk using only a select set of frequencies. Always research what is in use in your area before buying.
Overall, a very good scanner.
Customer Review: Good scanner for the price
Summary: 4 Stars
I've had the Uniden 100 channel scanner about a month and a half. It has been my first scanner. I primarily have it set for my city's police broadcasts and listen to it while I'm reading or doing other projects. It's been informative to have that information and entertaining as well. I haven't had any problems with it in the time that I've had this scanner. The only thing I was a little disappointed about was that I didn't seem to be able to pick up any other types of scans besides police traffic when I tried to let it scan for things like air traffic, medical helicopter, etc. However, I'm not ruling out that in this day and age perhaps those channels are blocked or perhaps the area I live in doesn't have reception, but I didn't have any luck finding other types of scanning to listen to. Although I have enjoyed being able to get the police scanning on this scanner and I feel safer that I have that information accessible.Customer Review: Works very well just a bit hard to program.
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this scanner for my wife believe it or not. She works at a nursing home and all the residents have one and she just had to get one. Of course, I did get the added benefit because I've always wanted one. I did lots of research before buying especially the previous comments left here on Amazon. I was concerned about programming issues mentioned before, but I'm fairly intelligent and figured it would be a breeze....well It would be if the instructions were a little more clear. I was able to figure it out without too much trouble, but I could definitely see someone without much technical aptitude having a problem. So, if you are thinking about purchasing this scanner don't be afraid. Just take your time and read the instructions VERY carefully. If you need help finding frequencies, [...]Customer Review: Scanner
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this for my boyfriend for our anniversary and at first it was difficult to program. The radio was easy but when we got to the scanner part I was about to throw it out the window b/c it was tough to proram. A friend who owns a scanner came over and programmed it for us without using the directions.
At first it was somewhat difficult to program everything, but once we were shown how to do it, it works great!
My boyfriend absolutly loves the shape of it, the blacklight, & the alarm clock!
I would buy it again and would recommend this product to anyone who wants a good scanner for a good price!
Customer Review: good scanner
Summary: 4 Stars
Very pleased with scanner. Setting up clock and radio were a snap.
Just followed instructions in booklet. Setting up the channels were not as clear in instructions and lock out made no sense at all. I have a bear cat scanner, that I've had for 20 years never had a problem. This one was bought as a gift. I would like to see it without the radio and clock I don't think they are really necessary.
Would definitely purchase another one for myself if it didn't have those features. Instruction book leaves something to be desired.
Excellent service on delivery came when promised.