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  1. murrayustud

    Motorola xts5000 vhf won’t transmit pl

    I have a Motorola XTS5000 vhf radio that’s programmed for ham radio but it won’t transmit the pl for my local repeater even though I have everything set up correctly in the software. I’ve tried everything but it transmits on the correct input to the repeater but no pl.
  2. K

    Proper battery for a TK-2160 that’s appropriate for the KSC-30 charger

    What battery do I wanna use for my TK-2160 radios to work in my KSC-30 charger.? The KNB-57L batteries I’ve got from Amazon dont charge in there. Do I need a special charger for the 57L batteries
  3. P

    Business radio power output question

    I don't know if this question has already been asked or not but please notify me if it has and link me to the original. To simplify: Why does VHF use 5 watts while UHF uses 4? Full Explanation: I want to know; why are VHF radios set at 5 watts while UHF is set at 4? Since UHF has a shorter...
  4. Xiegu GNR1 Digital Noise Filter, Noise Reduction. DSP for Ham HF,VHF, Shortwave

    Xiegu GNR1 Digital Noise Filter, Noise Reduction. DSP for Ham HF,VHF, Shortwave

    Used unit in nice condition with very low usage. Description: The Xiegu GNR1 digital audio noise filter, DSP audio device. Integrating digital noise reduction and digital filtering. It can be widely used in the external audio processing of all types of analog voice, CW wireless receiving...
  5. 86WSPSSP

    GE Mastr C800

    I am currently restoring a 1986 Washington State Patrol car and need help finding a GE radio control head. Specifically I’m looking for three of the attached C800 control heads. I’m hoping someone can help me connect with someone who has them for sale??
  6. I

    CB connector to NMO mount?

    One of our departments bought some new Mac roll off trucks that comes pre-wired for a CB. Is anyone aware of an adapter to convert the CB antenna mount to an NMO for our commercial radios? There is not enough slack in the coax to solder on an NMO, and I'm looking for a simpler solution that...
  7. H

    Marine VHF Programing

    Is it possible to program a Motorola radio to convert to a Marine VHF???
  8. PMJ2kx

    Utah & Juab County Two-Tones Added to the Wiki

    Hi folks, I realize in 2023 that fire tone-out (FTO) may not be a thing where you live, but it's still alive and well in Utah and Juab counties. Whether you're living nearby or just visiting, I wanted to add this info to their respective wiki pages in case you still use that feature on your...
  9. scanthewaves

    Ambulance EMS frequencies in Kleberg County?

    I see EMS ambulances on the way to Spohn Kingsville.almost daily, but I can't find any EMS to hospital frequencies in the RR database, I monitored VHF EMS to hospital freqs but nothing, haven't tried the UHF frequencies, Also I see that Sensible Ambulance seems to be the main company in the...
  10. Motorola Xts1500 radios for sale!

    Motorola Xts1500 radios for sale!

    I have several Xts1500 radios in vhf, uhf, and 900 mhz all P25 equipped with original tags and upgraded flashcodes. Used and in good condition Tested and in working order. Radio and antenna only. $150.00 each.
  11. Motorola XPP6550 DMR UHF ****PLEASE READ BEFORE SENDING A MESSAGE***

    Motorola XPP6550 DMR UHF ****PLEASE READ BEFORE SENDING A MESSAGE***

    The only Radio available is UHF. ****VHF NOT AVAILABLE*** (1) Motorola XPR6550 UHF Model AAH55TDH9LA1AN The Battery holds a charge and I will include a impres charger. Asking $175.00 or B/O. Paypal accepted preferred. If this ad is up then its still available.
  12. Sheepdog777

    IF: Low Frequency (LF) RF Travels Through the Earth/Water AND: Heat = Infrared (IR) (300 GHz - 400 THz) The Same... THEN: Why Not HF/MF/VHF/UHF/SHF ?

    Hello Hams and Radio Enthusiasts, So, upon my ongoing research regarding Underground Buried Earth Antennas (UNDERGROUND BURIED EARTH ANTENNAS & https://forums.qrz.com/index.php?threads/underground-buried-earth-antennas.856927/), I have received many conflicting responses. But, as with so many...
  13. Sheepdog777

    UNDERGROUND BURIED EARTH ANTENNAS

    Hello Ham and Radio Enthusiasts, This topic seems to have been a burr in the saddle of many radio professionals over the years. We use underground buried antennas in the military all the time. Depending on the mission, daily. In the Air Force we even have entire career fields which install...
  14. Sheepdog777

    DIY HOMEMADE DUAL BAND VHF & UHF (2 Meter & 70 Centimeter) TUNEABLE ANTENNA

    Hello Fellow Hams and Radio Enthusiasts, Hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the approaching Spring. Hopefully, this will be one of the last cold days for Missouri this year… Let’s See What Happens. I know there is eleventy thousand Prefabricated Dual Band VHF/UHF Antennas out there, but...
  15. Sheepdog777

    Traveling Ham Mobile Radio - U.S. Repeaters Common Frequencies (2M & 70Cm Bands Only)

    Hello Fellow Hams and Radio Enthisiasts, BOTTOM LINE UP FRONT (BLUF) LINK: Traveling Ham Mobile Radio: U.S. Ham Repeaters Common Frequencies - Google Drive Did you know that there are approximately 18,793 2M & 70CM Band repeaters in the U.S., which use only 1,303 frequencies? Imagine if you...
  16. T

    Laird Phantom Elite VHF (ETRAB1550)

    I recently purchased a Laird ETRAB1550 to try on a vehicle and I am having an issue with mounting it. The antenna mounts on a modified NMO base, instead if threading on it has two guide pins that set into a track on the mount (Image attached for reference) While messing around with the mount...
  17. Commradio CR1 Receiver

    Commradio CR1 Receiver

    I'm selling my great condition CommRadio CR1 receiver. It comes with power supply, mobile power supply, two antennas, manuals and box. Batteries hold a charge for a long time. The audio is amazing. Will ship to the lower 48 only. I do accept PayPal. Also I'm open to trades of digital scanners...
  18. K

    Radioddity VHF/UHF QB25 Dual Band ,Radioddity , Mini Mobil transceiver Ham Bands

    VHF/UHF QB25 Dual Band , Radioddity , Mini Mobil transceiver Ham Bandsnd her Overall its a good little radio for under $100 to reach reapeaters, 2m,70cm,NOAA weather. I did find some difficulty getting set up so I am going to give some bullets points. 1) Manual is Lousy 2) Use...
  19. W

    Looking for Motorola PMAT4005 Antenna

    It doesn't seem to be available new anymore so I'm hoping someone has a used one kicking around they'd be willing to part with!
  20. ncarpenter

    Adam-2 VHF freq still operational in Grand Traverse

    For anyone in the Grand Traverse area, the channel known as "Adam-2" ( 155.925 / 162.2pl) has been re-instituted by central dispatch for county road commission units to call into dispatch if they need assistance (dispatch has the ability to call directly on road commission's MotoTRBO system, but...
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