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Extreme

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  1. Why not use the free wouxun software?
  2. Haven't done any BOH. Was to go to Moab last Spring with some friends but my dog got very ill and had to back out. We run the many thousands of acres of BLM/USFS trails. Great Basin high desert is perfect for GMRS and repeaters.
  3. One more. Where I use GMRS most
  4. When you pull up the Map be sure to go to Settings wheel and select "Offline" and "Stale" repeaters to maximize your search. I have a few of those in my area that are fully functional.
  5. No idea how to check that. Only 1 button does anything and that switches A-B
  6. I mis-spoke. The channels I want that are not programmed are 15 - 22 Simplex.
  7. They had no issue inserting those channels in multiple Kenwood's I've purchased there.
  8. Found it in the software and it satisfied the install but then threw me another curve ball and I stopped without the correct data it wanted. I punted and ordered a wouxun 20w unit. Kinda done with the used stuff. Seller was to program with my spreadsheet but they inserted 1-6 and none of the useful 8-23 simplex, but did get the repeaters correct. Sent it back and they returned with no changes. Maybe someone here wants an Icon 221?
  9. I have the correct programming cable and software but don't know where to find "Product ID" for software install/setup, TIA,
  10. Extreme

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    10 of them. Repeater Map - myGMRS.com Be sure to go to Setting icon, upper left of map and select both outdated and stale repeaters for maximum results.
  11. I've used only CTCSS in all my GMRS radios, both HT & Mobile. I've run into a situation where the folks I'll be running with use D223N on the trail. I don't know if they have newer GMRS radios or what. I have the Kenwood software and cable so should be good but I thought I'd ask here if it's an issue before I dive in. Daily use I run with no privacy codes in the remote area where we use our radios. Also wondering why this particular group is using DCS and if you know any advantage, etc.? Thanks..
  12. Missed the net. Buddy had emergency dryer replacement and needed me to pick it up at just the wrong time. Maybe next month.
  13. Same guy (hi there) who claims in another video that the 6" 1/4 wave is the worst performer. There are likely variables in terrain, etc. that might counter that claim. My personal experience has been pretty impressive in the mountainous high desert (hit 16 miles, not quite LOS mobile to HT 5x5).
  14. Looking online for the Rubber Duck in NMO... ??
  15. A pal and I are going to join the Net tonight via a local repeater that I've recently been informed is linked. No problem hitting the repeater from my easy chain via HT. I think he's in the same range. Should be a hoot. Ground rules? Do we need to ID when we join? What are protocols? I don't want to be that guy and interrupt or break some rule first time actively in (I've listened in via laptop and the Tucson group in the past). We're with a bunch that use GMRS and local repeaters for our off-road gang trail runs. Getting more and more friends onboard with GMRS.
  16. https://www.buytwowayradios.com/melowave-anm-133g.html Anyone? I have the phantom stubby antenna and it works ok but no 'testing'. I've reverted to 1/4 6" on a ground plane and it also works well but have torn one off in the trees in the past. Is the Melowave Shadow (specifically 'tuned to GMRS') really a step up from the Phantom? I get a lot of stuff from and refer a lot of folks to BTWR. Working on an install for a buddies Wrangler JK and considering his rear high mount cargo rack/basket as a place to put a ground plane plate.
  17. Any issue installing a "No Ground Plane" antenna (1/2 or 5/8 wave) on a ground plane? Any benefit? Just brainstorming on a 2nd antenna with some gain to play around with where my 1/4 wave is mounted. Likely makes more sense to get a ground plane antenna in 1/2 or 5/8 wave, eh?
  18. I have some lots in Walkerville if there's interest in putting a GMRS repeater up there. Not living there now but don't know why it couldn't be done. Should provide hella range from there, overlooking the valley toward the Highlands, Fleecer Mtn, Pintlar, I-15 corridor and toward I-90 West toward Deer Lodge.
  19. Agreed. I've been trying to say just this to my off-road buddies who're getting their first mobiles. A lot of them are in Jeeps with fiberglass tops so that's an issue and they're leaning toward longer antennas to get them above the top. I was lucky enough to have a perfect spot for an 8 x 8" ground plane for my 1/4 high at the rear of the LJ. It is cool that they're getting away from CB and into GMRS. Better in every way on the trail or hunting in my experience. Guess I could take this to the Jeeps & Radios thread. Thanks for the feedback and reminding me of radio 101.
  20. Thanks Marc. As soon as I read this I realized I'd been taught this here a few years ago when pondering antennas... sheesh. My 1/4 is great in the mountains but we do have some extremely long shots with potential for more reach. I've hit a repeater from 50 miles so don't know what better I could ask. I might consider a 5/8 to play with.
  21. Will I gain any performance (distance and/or clarity) with one of the base loaded antennas over a 6" 1/4 wave? Both would be on the same 8" square ground plane on my Jeep. Wondering if the added height above the roof will be of much benefit. The 1/4 is working fine, just nit-picking. Spring loaded base would be a must if I go taller. The ground plane would remain the same. Assuming all will screw onto the existing NMO mount. If they need tuning, I'll likely opt out. Guess I could experiment and be careful to swap to the shorty in the overhead brush. UHF High Gain Antennas: Laird TE Connectivity B4503S (theantennafarm.com) 5/8 wave is 15" UHF High Gain Antennas: Laird TE Connectivity B4505CS (theantennafarm.com) 1/2 wave is 31" UHF Quarter Wave Antennas : Laird TE Connectivity AB450 (theantennafarm.com) 1/4 wave is 6"
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