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title: "Whistler WS1065 Digital Trunking Desktop Scanner – Programmable Police/Fire Radio with Backlit Display, 1800 Memory Channels, and V-Scanner Technology – Black"
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# 6x faster USB programming 8-color customizable alert LED 1800 programmable channels Whistler WS1065 Digital Trunking Desktop Scanner – Programmable Police/Fire Radio with Backlit Display, 1800 Memory Channels, and V-Scanner Technology – Black

**Brand:** whistler
**Price:** ¥122803
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📻 Own the airwaves before anyone else does!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Whistler WS1065 Digital Trunking Desktop Scanner – Programmable Police/Fire Radio with Backlit Display, 1800 Memory Channels, and V-Scanner Technology – Black by whistler
- **How much does it cost?** ¥122803 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/7082574-whistler-ws1065-digital-trunking-desktop-scanner-programmable-police-fire-radio)

## Best For

- whistler enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted whistler brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Lightning-Fast Setup:** Experience blazing 6x faster PC programming and 8x faster cloning to get you scanning in no time.
- • **Master Your Airwaves:** Store and scan up to 1,800 frequencies with free-form memory—no wasted space, just pure power.
- • **Custom Alerts Your Way:** Multi-color LED and audible alarms with 8 user-defined colors keep you instantly informed and in control.
- • **Stay Ahead of the Storm:** Direct Skywarn storm spotter access means you get severe weather alerts before the news breaks.
- • **Adaptive Digital Tracking:** Automatic real-time P25 decoding adjusts 50+ times per second—no manual tuning needed.

## Overview

The Whistler WS1065 is a professional-grade digital trunking desktop scanner featuring 1,800 programmable channels, advanced real-time P25 adaptive tracking, and a customizable multi-color alert system. Designed for serious scanning enthusiasts and professionals, it supports multiple trunking systems including Motorola, EDACS, LTR, and P25 Phase 1. With high-speed USB programming and cloning, plus direct access to Skywarn storm frequencies, it delivers cutting-edge performance at a competitive price point—perfect for those ready to dive deep into modern digital scanning.

## Description

This Desktop/Mobile Digital Scanner stores up to 1,800 frequencies and lets you search for nearby frequency transmissions and automatically jumps to a found transmission. It also lets you hear storm reports and more before they are broadcast on TV or radio. Includes PC/IF Cable, DIN E Adapter, AC Adapter, DC Cable, Telescopic Antenna and Mobile Mounting Bracket.

Review: Reliable design at a low price. - EDIT** I am legitimately baffled by the number of bad reviews that blame the scanner for lack of understanding by the purchaser. This scanner will arrive at your door unprogrammed and you will have to input the data needed to make it work. The data is freely available. There is no need to pay any kind of monthly fee or subscription in order to program this scanner. You can absolutely program this scanner by hand. But the days of inputting a couple analog frequencies are basically over. Most systems at a minimum will require inputting of control channels and talkgroup information. While possible via the keypad, it will take a LONG time to put in more than a few "channels". Modern trunking systems require a lot of data to function. THIS IS NOT YOUR PARENTS ANALOG SCANNER. If any of the terms are unfamiliar to you, expect to spend some time reading online forums and fiddling with things. Again...this is no fault of the scanner. It is the nature of scanning in the 21st century. There are softwares available to make programming easier, but you will still need to know the required data and input it correctly. Just because you nor 1200 of your closest IT buddies have the experience/understanding to program this radio, does not mean the scanner is at fault. It would be like saying that heart surgery is pointless because you don't know how to do it. You have to LEARN. And desertcart, Whistler, some guy on the street, or the seller cannot just magically have this programmed when it shows up at your door. Every system is unique. Every scanning interest is unique. Would you buy a vehicle where the seat is adjusted (and locked) for the salesperson and the radio is stuck on their favorite station? No, of course not. This scanner functions just fine for the price. And 90% of the negative reviews are written by people who do not understand modern scanning and don't seem to want to learn. You can purchase pre-programmed scanners...at twice the price. Or you can spend a couple hours and learn the information needed to program your own radio. There is no free lunch when it comes to scanning modern systems. Sorry. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Whistler has taken over the design from GRE, but the heart of this radio is still the same. As such, all accessories like programming cables and brackets will work across the board from GRE/Radio Shack/Whistler. The scanner is a Phase 1 capable, digital trunking unit. It does not have the most robust front-end (particularly on VHF) but handles other bands extremely well. It does an okay job on VHF if you fiddle with the programming and understand how it acts around strong signals such as in simulcast systems. This is a minor annoyance when you consider the price. At around half the cost of a scanner which only marginally handles dense RF environments better, I can easily look beyond the shortcomings. Be aware however, if you need TDMA (Phase 2 or DMR) reception, NeXTEL, or a few other newer protocols, this scanner cannot and WILL NOT be able to listen to them. Also be aware that this does not decode encryption. If your local agencies are encrypted, this scanner nor any other will allow you to listen to them. If you are coming from the world of analog scanning, the step up into trunking and digital worlds can be daunting. Expect to spend a little time with this unit to get everything firing on all cylinders. If you are a long-time scanner buff, you can have this thing tracking a local system within a few minutes of opening the box. Everything is just easy and intuitive. For the price, if you only need phase 1, this scanner is hard to beat. It is also probably the most user friendly option for someone who wants to get into modern scanning but still tinker with things. You can get touchscreen scanners which run off a database that requires no previous knowledge. But if you want to finagle with settings and aren't afraid to learn new things, this is a fine scanner to cut your teeth on.
Review: Great scanner but programming options would make it so much better. - I left the tech support unchecked only because we did not use their tech support. Back in the day we had an older scanner and we were able to just punch the channels in. This is not the case anymore. The directions advised against this. If I had one complaint or suggestion I would have the makers of the scanner include the software to program the scanner. After signing up with radio reference for the frequencies and then signing up with psredit it can get costly. Luckily some offer a 30 day trial. The scanner itself was just we needed. There are way more options that we don't use as of yet but I am sure if I asked tech support they would gladly walk me through all that. But I do not know this for sure. I get all my local channels ( Thanks to the programming software and radio reference) and can hear clear as a bell. An external speaker may be a great addition but not necessary if you are in the same room as the scanner. And if you were to get one they don't seem to be that expensive. So, in a nutshell we love the scanner but not real keen on the additional programming cost. That could be easily fixed with a kickback or a voucher to get access to programming when you purchase the unit.

## Features

- Multi-Color LED & Audible Alerts: Stay informed with programmable audible alarms and a customizable Alert LED that supports up to 8 user-defined colors from thousands of combinations.
- Automatic Adaptive Digital Tracking: Advanced real-time P25 decoding adapts 50+ times per second to shifting signals caused by multipath or fading—no manual adjustments needed.
- Digital AGC & P25 NAC Support: Instantly adjusts for low audio levels on digital systems and filters out unwanted transmissions using Network Access Code (NAC) filtering.
- Menu-Driven Programming with Help Text: Easy setup and operation thanks to intuitive menus with built-in help for every option—great for beginners and pros alike.
- High-Speed PC Interface & Cloning: Program and update via USB at blazing speeds—6x faster PC transfers and 8x faster cloning between units (includes USB programming cable).
- Free-Form Memory Structure: Store over 37,800 objects with dynamic memory allocation and no wasted space—far more efficient than traditional banked systems.
- Real-Time Signal Strength Display: Instantly see the strength of incoming signals for better tuning and monitoring.
- Multi-System Trunking Support: Compatible with Motorola, EDACS, LTR, and P25 Phase 1 trunked systems; supports both talkgroup and individual call monitoring.
- Spectrum Sweeper & Tune Functions: Quickly scan local frequencies for active signals or search starting from a specific frequency to discover new channels.
- Skywarn Storm Spotter Access: Direct access to storm watcher frequencies for early warning of severe weather—get alerts before they’re on the news.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IID3OLI |
| Best Sellers Rank | #20 in Radio Scanners |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,927) |
| Date First Available | February 18, 2014 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.64 pounds |
| Item model number | WS1065 |
| Manufacturer | Whistler |
| Product Dimensions | 5.3 x 7.3 x 2.2 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Whistler
- **Connectivity Technology:** Wi-Fi
- **Item Weight:** 1.2 Kilograms
- **Maximum Media Size:** A4
- **Minimum System Requirements:** Windows 7
- **Model Name:** Whistler
- **Product Dimensions:** 5.3"D x 7.3"W x 2.2"H
- **Resolution:** 200
- **Scanner Type:** Radio
- **UPC:** 052303407000 788809955027 803983108134

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What are the exact dimensions of this unit?  I would like to mount this in my semi truck on my rack with my CB radios that are approximately 7 3/4" w.**
A: the basic unit is 7-3/8" wide,  5-1/4" deep and 2" thick,  if you add on the mounting bracket with thumb screws its 8-7/8" wide,  with the enclosed at unit measures 6-5/8 deep.   Hope this helps you.    Safe trucking,  REACT LM 131.

**Q: do you have to use a computer? My husband wants a scanner to hear local fire, police,etc reports. Will this one do it?**
A: No computer necessary.  You can receive digital and analog signals for all fire and police, etc.  it is also portable you can take it with you.  A bit hard to program, but worth it.

**Q: I have noticed most people program with a pc. will i be able to program with ios (apple) computer?**
A: Dont see why you couldn't.  You really dont have to use a computer  thats only if you want even more channels.  I have all my local channels,  and then some and i haven't programmed it from computer.  I got codes online

**Q: what type of connector for the antenna is on the back ?**
A: The antenna connector is a BNC type.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable design at a low price.
*by J***R on April 21, 2019*

EDIT** I am legitimately baffled by the number of bad reviews that blame the scanner for lack of understanding by the purchaser. This scanner will arrive at your door unprogrammed and you will have to input the data needed to make it work. The data is freely available. There is no need to pay any kind of monthly fee or subscription in order to program this scanner. You can absolutely program this scanner by hand. But the days of inputting a couple analog frequencies are basically over. Most systems at a minimum will require inputting of control channels and talkgroup information. While possible via the keypad, it will take a LONG time to put in more than a few "channels". Modern trunking systems require a lot of data to function. THIS IS NOT YOUR PARENTS ANALOG SCANNER. If any of the terms are unfamiliar to you, expect to spend some time reading online forums and fiddling with things. Again...this is no fault of the scanner. It is the nature of scanning in the 21st century. There are softwares available to make programming easier, but you will still need to know the required data and input it correctly. Just because you nor 1200 of your closest IT buddies have the experience/understanding to program this radio, does not mean the scanner is at fault. It would be like saying that heart surgery is pointless because you don't know how to do it. You have to LEARN. And Amazon, Whistler, some guy on the street, or the seller cannot just magically have this programmed when it shows up at your door. Every system is unique. Every scanning interest is unique. Would you buy a vehicle where the seat is adjusted (and locked) for the salesperson and the radio is stuck on their favorite station? No, of course not. This scanner functions just fine for the price. And 90% of the negative reviews are written by people who do not understand modern scanning and don't seem to want to learn. You can purchase pre-programmed scanners...at twice the price. Or you can spend a couple hours and learn the information needed to program your own radio. There is no free lunch when it comes to scanning modern systems. Sorry. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Whistler has taken over the design from GRE, but the heart of this radio is still the same. As such, all accessories like programming cables and brackets will work across the board from GRE/Radio Shack/Whistler. The scanner is a Phase 1 capable, digital trunking unit. It does not have the most robust front-end (particularly on VHF) but handles other bands extremely well. It does an okay job on VHF if you fiddle with the programming and understand how it acts around strong signals such as in simulcast systems. This is a minor annoyance when you consider the price. At around half the cost of a scanner which only marginally handles dense RF environments better, I can easily look beyond the shortcomings. Be aware however, if you need TDMA (Phase 2 or DMR) reception, NeXTEL, or a few other newer protocols, this scanner cannot and WILL NOT be able to listen to them. Also be aware that this does not decode encryption. If your local agencies are encrypted, this scanner nor any other will allow you to listen to them. If you are coming from the world of analog scanning, the step up into trunking and digital worlds can be daunting. Expect to spend a little time with this unit to get everything firing on all cylinders. If you are a long-time scanner buff, you can have this thing tracking a local system within a few minutes of opening the box. Everything is just easy and intuitive. For the price, if you only need phase 1, this scanner is hard to beat. It is also probably the most user friendly option for someone who wants to get into modern scanning but still tinker with things. You can get touchscreen scanners which run off a database that requires no previous knowledge. But if you want to finagle with settings and aren't afraid to learn new things, this is a fine scanner to cut your teeth on.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great scanner but programming options would make it so much better.
*by S***N on November 23, 2019*

I left the tech support unchecked only because we did not use their tech support. Back in the day we had an older scanner and we were able to just punch the channels in. This is not the case anymore. The directions advised against this. If I had one complaint or suggestion I would have the makers of the scanner include the software to program the scanner. After signing up with radio reference for the frequencies and then signing up with psredit it can get costly. Luckily some offer a 30 day trial. The scanner itself was just we needed. There are way more options that we don't use as of yet but I am sure if I asked tech support they would gladly walk me through all that. But I do not know this for sure. I get all my local channels ( Thanks to the programming software and radio reference) and can hear clear as a bell. An external speaker may be a great addition but not necessary if you are in the same room as the scanner. And if you were to get one they don't seem to be that expensive. So, in a nutshell we love the scanner but not real keen on the additional programming cost. That could be easily fixed with a kickback or a voucher to get access to programming when you purchase the unit.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Whistle digital police scanner desktop
*by B***K on January 17, 2026*

The best digital police scanner on the market in my opinion.

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