Whistler WS1040 Digital Handheld Scanner
Category: whistler scanner
The WS1040 is a handheld digital trunking scanner with Motorola P25 Phase I capabilities. Its Object-Oriented programming has often been praised by users for its ease of use and programming. The device offers a Virtual Scanner mode that can store 21 different scanner configurations, providing a total storage capacity of over 38,000 scannable objects.
Similar to its lower-end sibling models, the WS1040 features a dedicated Skywarn button and a Spectrum Sweeper function. The Spectrum Sweeper quickly scans the scanner's frequency ranges for nearby transmissions, allowing users to lock out found frequencies and continue searching within the same band.
The WS1040 employs a Free-Form Memory Organization system, which dynamically and efficiently allocates memory as needed. This contrasts with the rigid and wasteful memory banks found in low-cost and older scanners.
The scanner's Menu-Driven Programming with Context-Sensitive Help further enhances the user experience. Each menu item provides a few lines of helpful text to assist with programming and using the device.
The Scan List functionality enables users to arrange and group scan objects according to their preferences, ensuring a customized and efficient scanning experience.
The WS1040 also boasts Skywarn Storm Spotter Functionality, providing instant access to the frequencies used by storm spotter networks, a valuable feature for weather enthusiasts and professionals.
Additionally, the scanner's Digital AGC (Automatic Gain Control) function instantly compensates for the low audio levels commonly encountered in digital systems, ensuring clear and consistent audio quality.
For installation troubleshooting, if Windows does not detect the cable when it is plugged in, users are advised to try using any other available USB port. If the installation fails, the user should remove the cable, reboot their computer, and then perform the installation again.
Overall, the WS1040 is a feature-rich and user-friendly digital trunking scanner that caters to the needs of both novice and experienced users, offering a seamless scanning experience.
product information:
| Attribute | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| product_dimensions | 1.65 x 2.56 x 5.71 inches | ||||
| item_weight | 8.5 ounces | ||||
| item_model_number | WS1040 | ||||
| batteries | 4 AA batteries required. | ||||
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| best_sellers_rank | #50,672 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #98 in Portable Shortwave Radios | ||||
| is_discontinued_by_manufacturer | No | ||||
| other_display_features | Wireless | ||||
| scanner_resolution | 10000 | ||||
| color | Black | ||||
| whats_in_the_box | product, manual | ||||
| manufacturer | Whistler | ||||
| country_of_origin | Philippines | ||||
| date_first_available | February 18, 2014 |
