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? Dieter Zakas wrote: > My question is this: Because the railroads will eventually switch over > to a digital communications systems in the near future, thus rendering > scanners bought for railfanning purposes useless, would it be worth my > while to invest in a scanner? Dieter,I am sure that scanners will continue to be a useful tool for some time yet.? With all the monies being expended on mergers and upgrading track (CSX and NS) and UP's merger difficulties I wouldn't look for a wholesale overnight change in technology that would render scanners obsolete any time soon.? I think the rr to watch for first implementation of new train tracking and communication technology will BNSF. Besides trains, a scanner will allow you to be informed about events your own community by listening to your local fire, police and EMS channels.? NOAA weather broadcasts in themselves are almost reason enough to own a scanner. In my experience, get the best Uniden model you can afford and upgrade the rubber antenna to a brand called "Tuff Duck" which are available optimized for specific frequency ranges.? About $15 or so if memory serves. Mike Gardner ? ======================================================= -> SPORRS: 'Serious Photographers Of Railroad Related Subjects' -> Web Site: http://www.anet-stl.com/acphotog/sporrs/ -> Message ? 1998 SPORRS? - All Rights Reserved =======================================================
