New Bearcat Scanner: BCD996P2

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This dropped in my inbox from Bearcat warehouse: Say hello to the new BCD996P2. The BCD996P2 base/mobile scanner builds on the solid technical prowess of the BCD996XT by adding APCO Project 25 Phase II support and a USB front port for updates and programming. Features Location Alerts Crows-Flight Navigation Backlit Keypad & LCD Dynamic Memory

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Listing of Radio Shack stores to close in Michigan

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As most of you already know, Radio Shack has filed for Bankruptcy. As a result there are a good number of stores closing. Here are the listing of stores closing in Michigan: Briarwood Mall, Ann Arbor 4179 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills 41821 Garfield, Clinton Township 3050 Union Lake Road, Commerce 16201 Ford Road, Dearborn 4960

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If you are on the eastern seaboard, stay safe!

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Because of this here: Via the ARRL: Snowfall that started early this morning in the Mid-Atlantic States was just the first hint of what weather forecasters are calling a potentially historic and dangerous winter storm that is predicted to affect the entire Eastern Seaboard of the US. In addition, the gathering storm carries the threat

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Video: Some tips on operating BPSK31

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I have been operating BPSK31 for about 14 years. In fact, it is one of my favorite modes of operation. As of late, I have been seeing some pretty bad operating habits on PSK31 on 20 meters. I also have been seeing some stuff that is fairly easy to prevent. This video explains all of

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