Regency Touch K100 Scanner -------------------------- VHF Low Band - 30-50MHz Programmable 5KHz Steps VHF Amateur - 144-148MHz Programmable 5KHz Steps VHF High Band -148-174MHz Prgrammable 5Khz Steps UHF Amateur - 440-450MHz Programmable 12.5KHz Steps UHF Standard - 450-470MHz Programmable 12.5KHz Steps UHF Extended - 470-512MHz Programmable 12.5KHz Steps -------------------------- http://www.redwaveradio.com/3_4117a13dbae1708d_1.htm >> by Marty Toomajia on Tue, 16 Jul 1996 04:00:00 To program the K100, put the radio in manual. Key in the freq you want and then push the "enter" key followed by the channel number into which you wish to enter the freq. To program the search freqs, push "search program". Key in the freq you want for the lower search freq, push the "enter" key and then the number one key. To enter the upper freq key in the freq you want but push the number two key after enter. To go slightly out of band you may enter freqs with a decimal point before the freq. So to program 143 MHz put the radio in manual and then key in ".143" and then hit "enter" and then the channel number into which you wish to enter the freq. -------------------------- http://www.redwaveradio.com/3_258f7694c700f20c_1.htm >> by Noel J. All on Tue, 28 Jan 1997 04:00:00 I have acquired a vintage regency "K100" scanner. It dates back to March of 1981 (Originally Purchased 03/19/81). The unit can accomodate just about anything from 30 MHz to 512 MHz. Though this model skips 51 MHz - 137 MHz (Commercial FM Radio Broadcast Range?), and 170 MHz - 440 MHz. I am looking for a means of updating this scanner to address the higher band ranges (512 MHz and above), including 800 MHz - 900 MHz. Does anyone know of a way to do this. >> by Evan Pla on Wed, 29 Jan 1997 04:00:00 A scanner must recieve part of the 800 band (800-860/870) to be cellular capable. There isn't the components in there to even pick up 820, much less 870.. However, you may recieve images on 370 or so, depending on the IF of the scanner.. -------------------------- http://www.redwaveradio.com/3_c806f5567d637063_1.htm >> by Bob Parnass, AJ on Tue, 20 Feb 1996 04:00:00 >Does anyone have any mods for the Regency K100? This is an old unit that was given to me. Everything seems to work fine. Any mods would be appreciated. >>RESPONSE: When entering a frequency, press "." before the first digit. This will bypass the firware sanity checks and let you enter frequencies outside the normal tuning range, e.g. 175 MHz. Be careful -- If you stray too far, the PLL won't look up. There's a jumper wire inside the K100, K500, M100, M400, and other older Regency models which you can cut so you won't have to enter the initial "." Sorry, I don't recall the jumper location. -------------------------- http://forums.radioreference.com/scanner-receiver-equipment-reviews/256933-1979-regency-touch-k100-scanner-review.html >> By IBM on 01-02-2013, 8:26 PM The Regency Touch K100 (Model ACT-T-K100) was manufactured by Regency Electronics Inc. in 1979, its primary audience were the public safety officials that needed a programmable scanner with basic features at an affordable price. Since the use of scanners in vehicles was also increasing, Regency allowed the K100 to be operated using a standard 12V DC cigarette lighter power adapter as well. Basic features include: 1 LED Digital frequency readout and status screen. 12 LED units signifying Channel or S1 and S2 functions Direct Entry keypad (membrane type) Search Function Manual (monitor) Function Delay (2s post-transmission delay) 3.5mm mono audio jack on back panel The K100 is a basic 10 channel HF/VHF/UHF analog scanner. It's scope only covers the following: VHF Low Band - 30-50MHz Programmable 5KHz Steps VHF Amateur - 144-148MHz Programmable 5KHz Steps VHF High Band -148-174MHz Prgrammable 5Khz Steps UHF Amateur - 440-450MHz Programmable 12.5KHz Steps UHF Standard - 450-470MHz Programmable 12.5KHz Steps UHF Extended - 470-512MHz Programmable 12.5KHz Steps Airband and FM frequencies are not available in the K100 as listed. The K100 also lacks any preprogrammed frequencies as well, so all frequencies must be entered by the direct entry keypad on the front panel. Software programming is not available for this scanner either. I currently own 2 of these scanners, and from personal experience, they are very good scanners. Their receive is clear, however PL tones and processor noise is present. The K100 scanner's internal processor will make itself known by being audible over any transmission as a low hum, not to be mistaken for a PL tone. The speaker is large and a front-firing type, so all audio is loud and clear. I use both of my scanners in a rather rural area, and repeater towers are spread out in long distances, coverage is poor, however this scanner seems to have no difficulty filtering out static and receives a clear signal each time (processor noise aside). I receive frequent transmissions from Virginia Beach City, VA (which is approximately 110 Miles from me) and all transmissions are clear and understandable. Elevation here is rather flat, slight graduations from county to county, I have used this scanner in Claysville, PA where the approximate highest elevation is about 1400ft above sea level, and it performs well. However, Washington County, PA where Claysville is located operates on Low band VHF and has several repeater towers scattered throughout the county. I am not too sure how close the nearest tower was to me at the time. The K100's longevity is exceptional for a typical scanner, if it is still operating in 2013 and it was made in 1979, I do believe that it is doing a fantastic job at staying alive. In fact, one of my K100s is the unit broadcasting my live feed here on Radio Reference, here is the link to hear it in action Hanover County Fire and EMS Dispatch Live Scanner Audio Feed: http://www.radioreference.com/apps/audio/?feedId=13221 The K100 is not only long lasting, but its overall appearance and asthetics are good too. Most electronics manufactured in the 1970s and 1980s were normally displayed and made with wood veneer, so it was easy to make this scanner blend in with a contemporary or rustic environment. However, if exposed to moisture or heat, the veneer on this scanner was very quick to peel off. Unfortunately one of my K100s has experienced this and I am not able to repair it at this time. However, it still functions normally. All in all the K100 is a good scanner, my rating I give it a 4 out of 5. It's a basic scanner with not much to boast about. But the sheer fact that it can last as long as it does is why I am giving this rating. Reply With Quote Sponsored links