Hi All total Noob here. I recently got a Midland MTX275. I am running the standard magnet antenna. I have had my license for a few years now, but have never really delved into GMRS. I have a couple of questions regarding the setup of the MTX275. I turned on the repeater channels in the menu. From there here is my understanding (probably wrong).
1. If I locate a repeater on frequency 462.600 - that is channel 17RP. Correct?
2. Do I enter the repeater tone in the TC or RC portion of the Repeater channel menu for the frequency?
I think I have been getting a response from the repeater, but I get no acknowledgement from anyone. I am also in the Chicago area and I hear people from Indianapolis, Houston and Amarillo Texas. I'm confused as to how I should be setting this up.
Thank you.