You need to spend some time reading up on the topic...it's easier than
asking specific questions one at a time like this...
I'd suggest starting at: http://strongsignals.net/access/content/faf.html

- Doug


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Also it says UHF-T 470-512 is that TV? It has a lot of Federal Government
what is that used for?
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It says it can monitor the military band what is that good for?
"DougSlug" wrote in message
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Monitor some of the FRS/GMRS/MURS channels if you're near a mall or
recreational attraction
Dedicated NOAA weather receiver
Monitor VHF marine channel 16 if you're near the ocean
Listen to baby monitors and older style cordless telephones

Looks like it was a half decent product in its day...



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What special use vesides the regular police, fire, etc. could I use
this
old
Uniden BC142XL?
Is (or was) this a good scanner?