Hoppyjr

I’ll add this…. When I did my install I used “regular” NMO mounts through the roof. I’m running one for the Icom 2730 and one for the Wilson WeBoost. As I looked at other antenna options, specifically for the WeBoost, I found some antennas that would work, but require high frequency style connections at the antenna. In doing basic research, I found mounts that were compatible with both regular low frequency use and high frequency, by simply removing a center pin. If I were doing my install today, I’d use these as they’d allow more options down the road. Here are photos to illustrate. I’ll also attach a link for example purposes (I’m not promoting the vendor). https://www.arcantenna.com/products/pulse-nmokhfud-nmo-hi-frequency-mount-17-foot-rg-58u-dual-shield-cable-no-connector?srsltid=AfmBOopB869pI27iizHPQ8dF6v0K9-VrFHQVV596PYj5Laz_-tkvAuh0

OP mentions a permanent NMO mount, which would be a hole in the vehicle style.

Since they are providing the repeater use at their own expense, I wouldn’t complain. They’ll get to it when able. If you have an emergency and don’t have cell coverage, I’m sure you’re fine using the repeater.

If you log in to this site from the web (not Tapatalk) and then navigate to “repeaters”, you will see under “Type” of it says “Open System” you don’t need specific permission. If it says “Permission Required” you need permission. It’s really pretty clear. You can request access from that page too.

It’s just that we’ve established that “family” and “control” are a bit ambiguous, so the best bet is to let common sense be your guide. It’s pretty clear that is the intent. It definitely appears, from reading many posts on various topics, there are many people here who cannot manage without specific instructions and directions on how to live. The bottom line is pretty clear: - Use GMRS radios responsibly - If you allow relatives / family members to use your call sign, you are responsible for their actions so make sure they know the rules All the back and forth makes me wonder how some people survive daily life.

I think we’ve established that the issue is no more.

That guy is clearly an idiot and forgot a basic rule of life: stay in your lane.

Not sure where you live, but my experience has been when power goes out it’s due to major storm conditions. Not exactly the ideal time to be launching a balloon, or expecting to retrieve it.

Absolutely agree. Then you should call the FCC and report that you did this, so they can mark your file accordingly. Once completed, come back here and tell us how it went and what your pronouns are.

Could be an internal issue, but I’ll ask the obvious questions: - are you trying to transmit on simplex or into a repeater? - do you have the correct offset for Tx & Rx? - if into a repeater, do you have correct tones?

The cable will make this much easier. Go buy her some roses at the grocery store, then order the cable.

$35 to get the license. Set up the group as a non-profit and/or ask your city/town/county to help fund it. Each member can get their own license, then be reimbursed by the organization.

Have you read the manual? If you purchased the RT systems software, they have video tutorials that make it pretty darn easy, you just have to invest the time and watching them and reading the manual. Sometimes you have to watch the video and read the manual multiple times to get it. In general when programming; first read from the radio and save that original configuration file (give it a name). Then go line by line in the software, naming each channel, typing in the appropriate frequency, if the offset is not automatically done by your software, you’ll have to add the offset, then you’ll add the tones for the specific repeater. Once you’ve completed all of that, you will write that file to the radio. As others have said, upload a copy of the file that you have completed and people here might be able to provide more information.

You seem to be pretty obsessed with regulations and what other people do. I’m gonna find an old “Junior Trooper” sticker badge and send it to you. Be sure you wear it whenever you wear your Radio Shack helmet, the one with the flashing red light on top. …..but only when you’re taking enforcement action! Edit: below from your Sept post. You called the FCC?! Man, life is too short to be wound this tightly.

Love wins!

Merry Christmas!

The latest update fixed it for me, so everything moved over nicely. Now when I update it’s much easier for both.

I’m also a fan of RT Systems software. While there may be occasional bugs, the company does work with the customer to resolve issues promptly when you contact them. I had a code plug I like for the Icom 2730 and when I picked up the ID-50 I found issues when pushing that code plug to the handheld. RT claims the fields should populate to correct fields, but I didn’t find that to be so. A quick call to RT and a couple revisions over the next day, and problem solved. Nothing is perfect but I’m a definitely planning on using them moving forward.

Rumor has it he also has very soft hands…..

As I understand it, the Compactenna is intended to be mounted near the edge of hood or roof for best performance. That would suggest center roof isn’t the ideal location for this specific antenna.

I’ve done a good bit of research on this too, looking for a dual-band short “ghost” style antenna. My search resulted in nothing of value. The Compactenna is about the only semi-short option, but the preferred mounting location at the edge of roof/hood makes it less desirable for my center roof mounted NMO mount. I ended up with the Larsen Tri-band Whip Antenna, (NMO150/450/758). It’s designed for public safety use, with a spring included. It’s less than 18” tall. https://www.arcantenna.com/products/pulse-larsen-nmo150-450-758-tri-band-antenna?srsltid=AfmBOopxJXUZ53aeHao9Li0Orm88usGPErzdN4XUbKID_h-Q8yxXwUpV

Welcome FNG. Your best bet to start with watching some YouTube videos on GMRS. Randy’s channel is a good place to start (Notarubicon). After you do a little Internet research and watch some videos, most of your questions should be answered. Effort = Results [emoji482]

I think we should call him “Scooter”