Hi all. I'm a radio newb. I've been reading a lot and have watched countless videos on GMRS radios and repeaters.
I understand the general concept and purpose of repeaters, but have some questions.
1. I have 2 repeaters in my area. One is approximately 20 miles SSE of me. The other is 25 miles north. They both are on the same frequency and use the same RX/TX tones.
2. What or who determines what the tones are? The repeater owner?
3. Is it common for repeaters in close proximity of each other to use the same settings?
Thanks in advance.