Hi -
A friends Dad had a Ham Radio I was given the chance to play around with when a kid. Looking to have a communication back up via radio - should someone, somewhere simply decide to turn of internet digital access here. [Saw a note from a guy about being prepared when there is a digital communications block - just when Chinese and Russian paratroopers are jumping into New York City - which is not something any of us want to see occur ].
That being said - Have my GRMS License [Call Sign: WSHS561] and am studying for my Radio Technician License. I have purchased a:
AnyTone AT-555n II, 10 Meter Radio Mobile Transceiver
[Which appears to be a 'CB' type radio for install in my truck - looking at how to do that. And how to seek others in the frequency ranges available. Although I have been able to connect with the NOAA transmitter channel in Chapel Hill, North Carolina].
and a
Baofeng AR-5RM Ham Radio, Multi Bands - Two Way Radio Handheld.
[Which I have also been able to connect with the NOAA transmitter in Chapel Hill].
I shared a picture of my radios in this post - I have a real stand on the way for the equipment next to my desk.
Looking for help connecting with another GRMS licensed reapetr to chat. And will be checking in as I progress with my Technicians License study for testing.
Thanks and Cheers!
Greg
Cary, North Carolina