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Is it legal to conduct a foxhunt using GMRS?
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As this topic comes up now and then, I thought I would summarize, again, how to expand the versatility of these inexpensive mini-mobile devices for use on GMRS: 1) With the power off, hold down the V/M button and turn the power on 2) Note the firmware version number and jot it down for future reference, such as "V3.0" 3) Note that the MODE is GMRS. Using the Up and Down arrow buttons, change the Mode to (136-174)(400-470) and turn off the Power. 4) Using the CPS programming software (I prefer version 2.02 of the Radioddity programming software which works on both radios), install the GMRS code plug attached below. You now have more control over the radio using the microphone buttons, as well as other expanded features, such as full 500 programmable channels available for many more repeaters as you travel. Enjoy! Anytone AT-779UV GMRS 202310130140.dat -
I saw a YouTube video that was posted the other day. The person in the video demonstrated how you can transmit through your APP which then goes through your radio to transmit to another radio. It looks like he’s using an android in the video but I’m not sure I am on iOS with the iPhone and the button he presses to transmit does not appear to be available in the iPhone app. I was wondering if anybody knows anything more about this? Here’s a link to the video I’m talking about. https://youtu.be/zuoU2Fe8a7s?si=IanLQAxMth6D10QS
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Hello all! I just wanted to come on here and let everyone know about a new GMRS net that has just kicked off locally here in the Hickory, NC area (Charlotte, NC metro). It is called the Barretts 600 Net because the repeater is on the Barretts Mountain tower site. Frequency is 462.600, standard +5 offset, and the tone is 146.2 Hz. It's a wide area repeater and reaches at last count about 40 miles circumference to Hickory, NC. The net is every Saturday night @ 7:00pm eastern time. Please feel free to contact me with any questions/comments/concerns. Thank you and hope to talk soon! David (WRAX515 or AK4FD)
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Well I went to a political rally last weekend. My sister wanted to go but her ride wasn't that reliable or fuel efficient so I drove. It was about a 2 hour 40 minute drive on the highway to get there. I've never been to one so it would be a first for me and a unique experience. I took my Kenwood NX-1300DUK5 along to have something to do while waiting in line. It's programmed for Ham and GMRS. The line was insanely long. Got in line around 12 PM and had a few short conversations on the local Ham DMR repeater. Also heard all the chatter from the local parking garages getting people parked and tracking how many empty spaces they had and local surface traffic on GMRS. We finally got inside and sat down by 4 PM. Anyway the instructions sent, by text message, made no mention of two-way radios as a prohibited item, there was a long list of items NOT to take in, so that's why I took mine. Also had a spare battery back too. There were several layers of security at the event. The first was the dudes outside the venue pre-screening people. Their job was to make sure nobody was trying to take prohibited items inside and telling people to clean out their pockets and remove hats before entering the building to make the secondary screening go faster. I got pulled out of the line and quizzed why I had a two-way radio. I explained so I could talk to people, after all what are you going to do standing in line for 3.5 hours anyway? I told him I had a government license to use it AND it wasn't mentioned as being prohibited. At first the security dude was going to get me to go back to the car and drop it off then changed his mind and said he'll let the Secret Service worry about it inside. In all I talked to the guy for 5 minutes. After what happened in Pennsylvania the other weekend they are all on edge and have a tough job to do. Can't take it personally. If I had to take it back to the car, oh well. Inside was no problem. There were at least over a dozen security check-in lines inside. The one security person at the one I was directed to just turned it on, didn't even ask how, they seemed to know. Saw it powered up. I had it programmed to show my callsign on power up too. Never asked me a question about it. Got the "magic wand" scan treatment, front and back, didn't even beep from my knee replacement implant either that I could tell. No questions there and I was on my way to the seating area on the upper level with my sister. All in all the experience was a positive one.
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Does anyone have any recommendation for a base antenna in attic with window view of the southwest. i have the lovely HOA issue in my life. Ideally I would like something that will work with GMRS and or a separate antenna to use for scanner. If I can use "one" that would be ideal. I think I need to have a gain of at least 5-10db with a 75’ run of cable. -
Hey everyone! So for some context, I managed to contact someone on a repeater last night on my mobile radio (BTech 50V-2 GMRS Radio) and the guy I managed to contact responded by saying that he can barely hear me and that there's this "whine" coming from my end. Said that it can be an "Alternator Whine". I tested it on my handheld, and he was correct: there is some sort of weird whine every time I transmit on my radio (and plz don't roast me on my choice of mobile radio. I like the radio and I think that radio is cool and it was the best one I could afford, I just need help getting it back to "normal"). I switched to my hand held radio to talk to him, and he recommended the ferrite chokes for it. Do you have any other tips? If I did get the ferrite chokes, how would I be able to apply them to the radio? (If needed, I can record a video and send it here for some more context.) Thanks! EDIT 1: Turns out it was the mic, thanks everyone for the advice!! -
Anyone know if there is a wad to add a background image on the td-h3 screen or change menu colors? Really anything to personalize my HT.
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I'm going to express my thoughts about the part 95 rulings. To start off, when I applied for my GMRS license, I requested a copy of the rules so I could have em on hand in my laptop. How ever, the handheld transceiver regard to limited power on it said 5 watts. Others today are arguing that truth. Secondly, people are saying that they have the rights to use amplifiers with the GMRS mobile, base and handheld. I'm told that nobody can use a amplifier. The copy of the part 95 rules was updated December 22, 2023. Either way I'm complying with the rules and IMHO I believe that the FCC should crack down on this issue. WSAE510 73s
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Hello everyone, I was wanting to possibly start a net/hub for GMRS users in the WHITE , PUTNAM, DEKALB , and VAN BUREN County region . Currently there is little to no channels being used In this area . If possible I would like help from enthusiasts in this area to come together to make this happen and possibly connect to Oak Ridge and Lebanon repeaters to connect the state . Comment your thoughts please . I’m new to GMRS and just want to help the community grow and connect more people ! Thank you ! WRQZ406
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I was inquiring on if anyone has a quick spreadsheet on all parts required to get a repeater going for gmrs. Rough estimate on all equipment, parts required...I have also been reading that the KG-100g is repeater capable with another same type radio. Is anyone tried this and what were your results and range with it if so.
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When: 2/24/24 @4:30 PM Where: Five Guys, 7321 Atlas Walk Way, Gainesville, VA Who: Anyone interested in radio https://fb.me/e/6le81jZPo
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Alright so I have noticed, myself being one of them, newer people at first not completely sure how to set up their radio to access local repeaters. I'm going to (try my best to) explain every specific setting in a relatively simple way, that'll hopefully allow anyone to be able to program their radios. First thing: Choosing the repeater you want to Tx(Transmit)/Rx(Receive) on. (I won't be using any real repeaters in my examples) for this guide we'll use: Example 675 (Ex675). Repeaters will (most likely) be using either CTCSS or DCS tones. CTCSS - In this example there's both an input and output tone so we have to adjust the Rx/Tx CTCSS settings on our radios accordingly. (Make sure to set both if there are two separate Rx/Tx options.) DCS - This one is going to be the same as setting the CTCSS, but instead of CTCSS the setting will be called DCS (There also may be two separate settings for Tx/Rx.) And the numbering is a bit different (Don't worry about the difference between CTCSS and DCS at the moment, right now we're focused on getting you connected to a repeater.) Ex675 is going to be using what is usually known as 20RP or Repeater 6 channel(Freq: 462.675 - 467.675) (You can also use a custom channel, but make sure the offset is on.) REMEMBER!!! Repeaters are (usually) on an offset of +5mhz so adjust this in your settings! Once you are done putting your settings in, don't just hit the transmit button to see if you hit the repeater. Call out your callsign and ask for a repeater check. ("This is WSAH999 repeater check, over.") If you were not able to hit the repeater: double check your settings. More than enough times radio settings can accidentally be backed out of without saving. Make sure you saved your settings by going back in after saving them to see that the settings have reflected the changes. If all else fails: you may need a better antenna(or your current antenna just needs to be in a better place. If you're inside, try going outside then testing it. If you can get on top of your house, even better.) or you may need more radio power.
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I came across the North Shore Emergency Association's website recently and found their club history page interesting: nsea.com/nseainfo.htm This link briefly discusses how the "travel tone" of 141.3 Hz and the national calling/emergency frequency of 462.675 MHz came to be. NSEA was one of the very first adopters of GMRS in the early 1970s, then the Class "A" Citizens Band. Here's a quick snippet from the link: NSEA members were instrumental in bringing UHF technology to other public service groups in CB, especially R.E.A.C.T. (Radio Emergency Associated Citizens Teams). Beginning in 1976 key NSEA members spent extensive time meeting with REACT teams in more than a dozen-and-a-half different states, bringing a portable repeater, together with a number of mobile and portable units for field demonstrations...As a result, over 200 personal use repeater systems (all on the same frequency [462.675 MHz]) were set up throughout the United States. In recognition of this trend of explosive growth the Federal Communications Commission formally recognized our frequency [462.675 MHz] as the national emergency and traveler's assistance channel in the Part 95A Rules and Regulations. Pretty cool slice of radio history!
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I am new to GMRS, and recently purchased two BTECH GMRS-PRO handhelds and the BTEC GMRS-50V2 for my truck. My question is on CTCSS & DCS tones. I have a basic idea of their purpose, but I noticed that it appears the RT Systems programming software is adding tones to the CTCSS (67.0 Hz) and DCS (23) fields. I noticed that the tones are present in the RT Systems default program (Tone Mode = None) and these tones were added when I downloaded the programming from the radio (the radio was programmed with the BTECH CPS software and CTCSS/DCS were set to OFF). I am saying it "appears" because the Tone Mode field = None. Would it be correct to assume that as long Tone Mode = None that any entries in the CTCSS & DCS fields are ignored? Thanks Mike WRYP302
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Wanted to know if any of you have some suggestions on a home repeater I set up for GMRS. I got a VXR 7000 and I got the duplexer pre-tuned to the freq pair I need and even checked it with VNA and it appears good. The issue is that I cannot get any significant transmit out. I am measuring about 20w after the duplexer and SWR is 1.1 with the equiv of LMR400 coax. I can receive about 8 miles or more in a suburban neighborhood - but only seems to transmit about 1/2 mile... Any ideas what could be the issue? I am at a loss...
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Hello everyone and thank you for taking the time to read this question and answer it. I do realize that this may be a heavily asked question; however, I am hoping to make the answer more efficient and richer in data so others who find themselves to a similar position may have answers or at least a direction to go in. I am relatively new to the GMRS world and even newer to the repeater side of things so my knowledge is severely limited, at best. Using the forum here to gather information on the topic I found that a simple basic repeater system is composed of the following: 1. Dual-use or Omni antenna for transmitting (TX) and receiving (RX) signals. 2. Feedline or Hardline to connect the antenna to the duplexer. 3. Duplexer 4. Receiver 5. Repeater 6. Transmitter For a visual representation of this system, a great visual will be used from www.repeater-builder.com listed as figure 1. Now that the basic premise of a repeater has been shared, along with my depth of knowledge on the subject, let me pose my question to the greater community: Looking at each of the six enumerated items above, what is a business that sells them (please include a link to their page) and what is the closest you can get to plug-and-play type of system (what model)? Ideally, in as simply a way as possible, how does one build a repeater from scratch without having to endlessly search Ebay or other sites for old transmitters/receivers. I would like to purchase new, with the ability to change my broadcasting power (not be stuck with 10w pre-made systems but rather make a 50w or greater system). Along with having a link to each of the numbered items showing a product and how to connect all of them. Think of this as setting up a computer for your parents who have never seen/used one. Explain here is the printer, it prints things you want and here is a hyperlink to brand X printers. It will use a USB cable to connect to the computer itself and here is a link for each of those. Then so on and so forth. Once all of the information has been gathered and collected, I will repost so it is a simple way to find information and resources to purchase. As of the current time I am looking at how to build the repeater and what it will take to make it work when I flip the switch and not the FCC document submissions…yet. Once the system is built, functioning, and I have made my measurements I then will submit all of the information to the FCC seeking permission to install and “open for business”. Thank you all for your help with this and look forward to all of the information! < Figure 1 courtesy of www.repeater-builder.com
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Hello! I was wondering what the random blurts of Morse code are I pick up. What do people who broadcast this generally use it for? Are there computer decoders you can use or some way of decoding and also sending messages over your system? This is something I've never heard on the radio until recently and I really love it.
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I am pleased to announce that we will be having a brand new GMRS net this Saturday @ 7:00pm! It will be on the Barrett’s 600 machine in Taylorsville, NC (Hickory area), it’s a wide area repeater located at 462.600 and a 146.2 tone. It will be known as the “Barretts 600 Net”. I will be Net Control and Net Manager, WRAX515. Spread the word and let’s jump it off with a bang! Share and notify!
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This is a bit of a off beat topic. In the past week or so a new GMRS repeater went operational. https://mygmrs.com/repeater/6815 As you can see it has wide coverage zone, including the Windsor Canada area. The issue here are the Canadians also have a GMRS service, BUT it's unlicensed and they have NO access to repeaters. If you read the rules it's more like our FRS service. With the coverage zone of the US repeater reaching most of the city of Windsor Canada sooner or later I expect some stations from the Canadian side will try to access the repeater. They would have to use non Industry Canada approved radios to do this. My questions are several. First, if this does occur will the Canadian government go after the stations in Canada, or just ignore it since it's not really their problem? After all the repeater is in the US. Second, do we as legal GMRS operators in the US allow it and even engage in communications with Canadians? To facilitate their use what do we do if anything when a Canadian station tries to spoof a US call sign in an attempt to make it appear the communications are on the US side? Third, as legal GMRS operators in the US when in Canada do we bet against the house and try to use the repeater too? There is no cross licensing agreement for GMRS with Canada, there is one for Ham Radio, since their service is unlicensed. I'm pretty sure what the legal answers are, but from a piratical point of view what do you think?
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Here are some pics of my portable repeater build. (still a work in progress) I used industrial adhesive hook & loop to fasten everything inside the case. This is the same setup I have running my base repeater. About 50 feet above ground on the tallest building in town. Antenna: Browning BR-6155 Parts List: 2 Moto M1225 radios (M44DGC90E2AA) (Ebay) 50 watt UHF Duplexer (Amazon or Ebay) Idiomatic IV Marine grade 12V cigarette socket Female to N Female Bulkhead Connector RF Coaxial Adapter Cooling Fan 50mm N Male to N Male Jumper Low Loss RG400 Mini UHF Male to N Male Right Angle RG400 Apache 4800 Weatherproof Protective Case, X-Large Motorola Mounting Bracket Kit M1225 Complete build
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Hello! I am new to the forum. My call sign is WRSL266 and I live in the city of Miami, FL. I really like the idea of being able to have direct communication with friends, groups and my family through a GMRS repeater. How can I make my own functional, low-priced repeater to share with my community? I appreciate all the information you can give me.
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Hello everybody! I am completely new to this whole radio thing. I have recently received my GMRS license and I am excited to use my new radios and talk with people and practice the mechanics behind them. I am also working on my technician license as well, but for now, I will be using GMRS for all my radio needs. I have been on numerous websites and have been trying to network with other GMRS users in Alaska, but there don't seem to be many of us. So I am just trying to throw a net out there and find as many as possible and maybe start a GMRS club for Alaskans if there isn't one already, but I don't think there is. If there is anybody up here who is interested in connecting over GMRS please let me know. I would really love to do this and I know I might be a little too enthusiastic about this, but I don't have many hobbies or at least ones that I can share with others, well except with my awesome wife. So, anyways, I will be posting this here and on other forums, so feel free to contact me if you are at all interested in an Alaskan GMRS club, or please let me know if one already exists, I would love to join. Thank you all for your time. Take care!
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Help needed with setting up my GMRS radio, please?
WROZ317 posted a question in Technical Discussion
Hi all. I have installed my GMRS radio in my 2015 Jeep Wrangler Sport a couple of months ago, but I have not gotten around to setting it up to be used yet. I will need to have my radio working by July for the NJ Jeep Invasion, and I am not sure how to get everything working properly. To help you understand my set up, this is what I currently have: Midland MXT275 MicroMobile Two-Way Radio. It is attached to a Quadratec Quick-Disconnect Mount for a CB Radio (I believe it's the JK-CBMU), which I modified slightly for the GMRS radio. The mic is hanging from the Quadratec CB Radio Mounting Bracket #CBM-75WX11. Larsen Low-Profile Unity Gain Antenna #LP450NMO on a Midland MXTA12 Magnetic Mount, which is positioned center on the crossbar, and clears my soft top. I ran the cable of the magnetic base from the center of the crossbar to passenger side B-pillar, down the B-pillar, and under the molding for the front passenger door toward the file firewall on the passenger side, where it cross over under the dash and back to the radio. This is similar to how Jeep ran the antenna for the SiriusXM antenna, as well as the GPS antenna if equipped. Since I no longer use SiriusXM, I remove the SiriusXM antenna at the same time I was running the antenna cable for the GMRS radio. It is my understanding, similar to setting up a CB or other communications radio, that you need to tune or trim the antenna for proper operation and to avoid any damage to the radio. So my question is, how does one tune or trim the Larsen Low-Profile Unity Gain Antenna? I have searched for information when I have had spare time, but so far, no luck. I also heard that I should not use an SWR meter for a CB radio, so if someone could recommend a SWR meter for a GMRS set up, I would greatly appreciate it.
