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SKYWARN Net Control Script Does anyone have an example of their local SKYWARN net control script? EX: https://www.skywarnaz.org/uploads/7/2/1/1/72117995/gen_info_net_activation_script.pdf I am creating a SKYWARN net control script and need ideas. Thanks

Hi All, I recently conducted an experiment to determine the potential correlation between Standing Wave Ratio and tidal changes on a vertical antenna. My vertical 6BTV antenna is mounted on my dock over saltwater. While many factors influence antenna performance, the proximity to conductive...

Hello Antenna Experts, NOTE: This is all in the 10m band. I didn't feel like raising my dipole antenna one evening, so I decided to experiment and make a "random long wire antenna". I have never done this before. I didn't even measure but its around 60 to 70 feet of an old 2 wire...

Is the Uniden Bearcat BC895XLT the only non-handheld model with an alpha-numeric display which will receive what is left of the 220Mhz (1.25 Meter) VHF Amateur Radio band? Thanks

I need to use a mobile (vs HT) on my motorcycle for greater TX power. I have a Yaesu FTM-500 but I can't find a way to get the RX/TX to my helmet. Any suggestions? I read a lot about the Sena SR-10 (Bluetooth) but it's old, expensive, hard-to-find tech for which I could find no compatibility...

RFinder B1 for sale. Dual-band VHF/UHF Analog/DMR. Includes original packaging and accessories including drop-in charger, screen protector, belt clip and belt swivel. Barely used - like-new condition.

Hour long video about Civil Air Patrol . Brief history of the Civil Air Patrol. The role & responsibilities of the Civil Air Patrol in the United States.

I checked around but I can't seem to find if the XPR5580e can be unlocked to transmit 902-928mhz. I believe Motorola skips these frequencies but I understand that some radios can be hex edited to work outside of Motorola specifications anyways. Just curious if anybody had any more information or...

Hello, I'm wondering, when it comes to programing a radio to a ham repeater, do you set it as narrowband, mid, or wideband? Couldn't find much on it when researching. Thanks

Acquiring an amateur radio license is not a big deal; not difficult by any stretch. Should you choose to move forward, you may want to consider the following. For your average -- Jane/John Q. Public --, if you want to talk (rag chew), use a phone, Skype or similar service. When there's no phone...

Hi all, Yesterday, I was looking at my ugly mag-mount U/V antenna I have on my trunk (2008 Ford Fusion), and had an idea. I don't use the AM/FM or Sirius functionality in my car (my phone has all the music I'll ever need), and I've already purchased a stubby replacement antenna mast for the...

Hey y'all, For those Ham Radio enthusiasts (or Amateur Radio, as some prefer to call it) in or around Catawba County I have had BrandMeister DMR network create a Talkgroup for me and my group to use. We are all a group of local Firefighters, EMT's, Rescue Squad members, etc. It took me 10...

I installed a Motorola XPR5550 in my vehicle. I attached a handheld control head (HCH), which is kept the in the center console for easy storage. Radio chassis is mounted under the driver seat in a storage box. The vehicle battery is under the passenger seat in the same style box. I routed the...

Hello, friend, Good day. Have you operated the two way radio with below functions? 1: Working: connected by 2G GSM / 3G WCDMA / WiFi network, Data cost is controllable, by setting TOT, talking rank, setting group etc. 2: Talking all over the world, operation easily and quickly. 3: No...

Hello, friends, Good day. Have you used the two way radio with below functions? 1: Working: connected by 2G GSM / 3G WCDMA / WiFi network, Data cost is controllable, by setting TOT, talking rank, setting group etc. 2: Talking all over the world, operation easily and quickly. 3: No need...

I'm looking for a UHF mobile to set up as a base radio and stumbled across this website offering them for sale: KENWOOD Kenwood TM-271/TM-471 Vehicle-mounted Mobile Radio 60W Two way radio VHF/UHF Car Radio transceiver CTCSS & DCS with DTMF MIC Brand of Radio KENWOOD Has anyone ever purchased...

We want YOU to join the 220 Group. Public group for the promotion of the 220 MHz Radio frequency for amateur radio use. Share your favorite 220 repeater, 220 install photos, 220 products you use and 220 stories. Welcome and enjoy! https://www.facebook.com/groups/220MHzRadioGroup/

I have an Icom F9011 with programmer and cables. What I hold like some help on how to program the radio for amateur 2m frequencys as well. I have put the freqs into the radio. However when I use it no one can hear me and I. can't hear my self on my other radio nor can this radio hear me from my...

Become a Radio Amateur! Westchester (NY) Emergency Communications Association (WECA) is offering a free FCC license preparation course for the Amateur Technician Exam. This classroom course runs every Tuesday evening from 7 to 9 PM at the Fire Training Center, 4 Dana Road, Valhalla, NY. It...