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First radio - Baofeng G11S - newb questions

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chickman1313

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Just got my first GMRS radio yesterday, Baofeng G11S, just playing around with it and have several questions already:

DIY Channels? - channel 31 - 50 are these DIY channels, actually the only place I have heard anything, what are these?

Repeater channels - I have a repeater I have identified as being in range and have talked to the owner and I can use it. I have the frequency, which should be channel 29, but how do I know if I'm connected to it? Just put both my radios on channel 29 and talk and see if it comes out the other side?

Are there any settings I should change prior to really getting deep down this rabbit hole?



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First you need to read the manual that came with the radio. If you did not get one, find one on the internet. Yes, there are probably settings that you will need to change such a the tone input for a repeater you want to access. That being said myGMRS.com web site has a ton of information on GMRS , repeaters and their frequencies, and range of different repeaters. Once you select a repeater the site will tell you the tone you need to access the repeater and if it is an open (anyone can use it) or a members only repeater. The site is well worth you time in exploring. Best of luck and enjoy your new 'hobby'.
 
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