[Scan-DC] DC Fire/EMS switch over

[Luke Berndt]

Can someone with a real scanner confirm that the old DCFD Project 16 system is off the air? Is a Home Patrol 2 my best bet to receive anything in the clear on their new system?

> On Dec 15, 2014, at 3:33 PM, Alan Henney <alan at henney.com> wrote:
> 
> 
> The D.C. FEMS made the switch this morning to the new P25 system.
> 
> Some channels will remain simulcast to the old/P16 system for awhile.
> 
> From what I understand, mobiles remain on the old P16 system for how much longer?
> 
> This will also allow PGFD to continue reprogramming its fleet to the new P25 talkgroups.
> 
> On the new P25 system:
> 
> The “0” zone will remain unencrypted
> - The 0 zone will be used for firegrounds when mutual aid might be involved.
> 
> The “0A” and “0B” and “0C” zones are encrypted.
> - Firegrounds will be steered to the 0A and 0B zones unless there is mutual aid; 0C is DCFD only.
> 
> The “0H” zone will continue to be unencrypted for hospitals consults.
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