UnidenHomePatrol-2 Color Touchscreen Simple Program Digital Scanner, TrunkTracker V and S,A,M,E, Emergency/Weather Alert, APCO P25 Phase 1 and 2! Covers USA and Canada, Quick Record and Playback

Like most Unidens of late, the HP-2 is an easy to use scanner that updates the HP-1 to add P-25 TDMA (phase 2) and USB charging/power. You enter your zip code and select what you want to hear. Building favorites lists is easy.Runs off included AA NiMH or USB power, they include a power cable but you'll need to provide your own USB power source of 1 amp or more. I leave it on a local P25 system to monitor our fire dispatch and firegrounds and it works wonders. It can also record radio traffic for later playback. Does weather alert too.I have a 436 and this form factor/touch screen is great for a desk or bed side if you want to keep an ear on things. Note that if your desired radio systems use encryption, this and any scanner will NOT receive encrypted talk groups on trunking systems or frequencies, so always check sites like Radio Reference or local experts before buying.

Good scanner you need to download Sentinel from Uniden to program with ease I also did the extreme update the antenna that comes with it does it no justice also purchased a discone antenna and put it up at 30 ft it receives like day and night difference had many old school scanners and really like this digital scanner

It's fairly easy to set up. Just your zip/postal code and recommend selecting services you want to listen to (ie, police dispatch, weather, airlines, etc.)I originally thought the batteries were duds - they were not.

As someone who loves to stay up-to-date on local news and events, I've been on the lookout for a police scanner that's both easy to use and packed with features. The Uniden HomePatrol-2 delivers on both counts and more.The first thing I noticed about this scanner is how easy it is to set up and use. The color touchscreen is intuitive and responsive, and the pre-programmed channels and location-based scanning made it a breeze to get started. I was up and running in no time, and quickly began to explore all the different features the HomePatrol-2 has to offer.One of my favorite features is the ability to customize the scanner to my specific needs. With the ability to create custom scan lists and assign priority channels, I can focus on the frequencies that are most important to me. And with the GPS functionality, the HomePatrol-2 can automatically adjust the channels it scans based on my location, making it even easier to stay informed about what's happening in my community.The audio quality is also top-notch, with clear and crisp reception that makes it easy to hear even in noisy environments. And with the ability to record and playback transmissions, I can go back and listen to important broadcasts again if needed.Overall, I highly recommend the Uniden HomePatrol-2 to anyone looking for a high-quality police scanner that's packed with features and easy to use. Whether you're a hobbyist, a journalist, or just someone who wants to stay informed, the HomePatrol-2 is a great investment that will provide hours of listening pleasure.

Exactly as I expected. Didn’t work with the public services in my city, county, and fire. Seems like everyone is encrypted, and this is not even worth $20 anymore. My free phone apps work better than this.