What bands can the D3000 receive?

It covers 25 to 3000 MHz, which spans shortwave broadcast, CB, 6 m, 2 m, 70 cm, airband, marine VHF, GMRS, FRS and most scanner traffic. One discone replaces several band-specific antennas.

Can I transmit with it?

Yes, within limits. It is rated 200 W at 144 MHz but only 20 W on 6 m, so check your radio's power against the band before transmitting.

What cable and connectors come with it?

It includes a 10 m RG58 cable with an SO-239 connector, plus PL-259 to BNC and PL-259 to SMA adapters. That covers most scanners and SDR dongles directly.

Hardware is included for a balcony railing, roof or mast. It is 67 inches tall, so plan for clearance and a sturdy mount that keeps it upright in wind.

Is it better than a dedicated 2 m or 70 cm antenna?

For listening across many bands, yes, because it covers everything at once. A dedicated band antenna gives more gain and better weak-signal performance on its own band.

Do I need a ground plane?

No separate ground plane is needed; the discone's cone elements serve that role. Keep the antenna clear of metal railings and walls for the cleanest pattern.

Ultra Wideband Scanner Antenna D3000 25 to 3000 MHz

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Our take on the Ultra Wideband Scanner Antenna D3000 25 to 3000 MHz

The D3000 is a discone scanner antenna covering 25 to 3000 MHz, so one antenna handles shortwave, CB, VHF, UHF, airband and most scanner and SDR listening. It stands 67 inches tall and ships with a 10 m RG58 cable, PL-259 to BNC and SMA adapters, and hardware for a balcony rail, roof or mast. Gain is modest at 2 to 3.5 dBi, which is normal for a discone: the trade-off is very wide coverage instead of strong pull on one band. Power handling is 200 W on 2 m but only 20 W on 6 m, so it suits receive-first scanner and SDR users and low-power transmit. Compared with single-band or triband scanner antennas, it covers far more spectrum but needs more space and gives less gain on any one band.

Best forScanner and SDR listeners monitoring many bandsCB, HAM, GMRS and FRS receive setupsBalcony, roof or mast mounting where a tall vertical fitsBuyers who want one antenna instead of several band-specific ones

Pros

One antenna covers 25 to 3000 MHz
Ships with RG58 cable and BNC and SMA adapters
Balcony rail, roof and mast hardware included
Handles 200 W on 2 m for low-power transmit
Simple discone design with no tuning controls

Cons

Low 2 to 3.5 dBi gain, so weak signals stay weak
Only 20 W on 6 m, limiting transmit there
67 inches tall needs real mounting space
RG58 cable loses more signal at UHF than better coax
No ground plane or radial kit beyond the discone elements

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Wide 25-3000 MHz frequency coverage
Gain 2-3.5 dBi
Max power rating: 200 W at 144 MHz; 20 W on 6m
Height: 67 inches (1.7 m)
Balcony rail mount for easy install
Reliable receive and transmit across bands

Returns: Free, easy and hassle-free returns on every order
Shipping: Orders currently take 5-10 business days to process before shipping
In the box: RG58 10 m cable with SO-239, Adapters PL-259 to BNC and PL-259 to SMA, Mounting hardware for balcony rail, roof, or mast

About the Ultra Wideband Scanner Antenna D3000 25 to 3000 MHz

The D3000 is a discone antenna that covers 25 to 3000 MHz. It is made for scanners, SDR setups, CB, HAM, GMRS, FRS and other bands, and it can be used for both receiving and transmitting.

The antenna stands 67 inches (1.7 m) tall. It has a gain of 2 to 3.5 dBi. The maximum power rating is 200 W at 144 MHz and 20 W on 6m.

It can be mounted on a balcony railing, a roof or a mast. The mounting hardware for each is included. The 10 m RG58 cable ends in an SO-239 connector, and adapters are included for BNC and SMA.

Frequency: 25 to 3000 MHz
Gain: 2 to 3.5 dBi
Max power: 200 W at 144 MHz; 20 W on 6m
Height: 67 inches (1.7 m)
Cable: RG58, 10 m, with SO-239
Adapters: PL-259 to BNC; PL-259 to SMA
Mounting: Balcony rail, roof or mast
Uses: Scanners, SDR, CB, HAM, GMRS, FRS

Questions and answers

What bands can the D3000 receive?: It covers 25 to 3000 MHz, which spans shortwave broadcast, CB, 6 m, 2 m, 70 cm, airband, marine VHF, GMRS, FRS and most scanner traffic. One discone replaces several band-specific antennas.
Can I transmit with it?: Yes, within limits. It is rated 200 W at 144 MHz but only 20 W on 6 m, so check your radio's power against the band before transmitting.
What cable and connectors come with it?: It includes a 10 m RG58 cable with an SO-239 connector, plus PL-259 to BNC and PL-259 to SMA adapters. That covers most scanners and SDR dongles directly.
How do I mount it?: Hardware is included for a balcony railing, roof or mast. It is 67 inches tall, so plan for clearance and a sturdy mount that keeps it upright in wind.
Is it better than a dedicated 2 m or 70 cm antenna?: For listening across many bands, yes, because it covers everything at once. A dedicated band antenna gives more gain and better weak-signal performance on its own band.
Do I need a ground plane?: No separate ground plane is needed; the discone's cone elements serve that role. Keep the antenna clear of metal railings and walls for the cleanest pattern.
Where is the Ultra Wideband Scanner Antenna D3000 25 to 3000 MHz cheapest?: At VXB.com Bearings, for $321.95, as of our latest check.

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