I have an old bc200xlt that I am going to replace with a new model.
BUT I really don't know what I need.
I am in the Phoenix area...Gilbert specifically and would like to be able to
listen to police,ambulance, fire, air and if possible military in the area

I like the idea of being able to program it via software( I remember seeing
a site that will program "it" for 29 bucks...but I cant find the link).
If I get a digital unit are they backwards compatible for analog
frequencies?

Any recommendations for a good all around handheld?

Thanks