How can I tell of a repeater is using a CTCSS or a DCS code?

[TonyAldo]

There are a few repeaters in my area but I can't find any of the info on them on here. So I'm trying to do the right thing and ask for permission. I'd like to chime in on the repeater and ask. I have a MTX115 and a GMRS-V1. The GMRS-V1 lets me scan for the used codes. But How can I tell if a repeater is using either or?

[WRAK968]

Scan one, if you dont pick up a code within a few minutes, try the other.

[TonyAldo]

Scan one, if you dont pick up a code within a few minutes, try the other.

Like the MTX115 what if you don't have a scan feature? It's just a matter of trial and error I guess.

 

Sent from my Pixel 3a using Tapatalk

[Elkhunter521]

Most of the bubble pack frs radios will scan codes. Might be a cheap way?

[kidphc]

Then i guess you buy a frequency scanner that can decode the tones. Conversely try to find the repeater owner and ask.

 

The trial and error way is going to be painfully long.

 

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G891A using Tapatalk

[Astrodog]

A very good question sir.  I have had my GMRS license for about three years because I wanted to obey our laws if going to use GMRS at the permitted power limits.  Have since installed a 45 watt unit in my vehicle with a good Browning mag mount with NMO connections.  Also obtained several Handheld units. I have been operating in only Simplex mode. Now I desire to gain access and experience using LOCAL "Open" Repeaters. CANNOT FIND ANY LISTING showing their PL Tones(CTCSS or DCS). I know I may just end up trial and error using one additional radio to see if I "hear" my own voice being 'repeated' through the Repeater....but do not want to bother others using the repeater. Am also studying for my Tech License for HAM and will be able to use those frequencies/repeaters as well. I have gotten the good RT Systems software for setting up the radios efficiently for GMRS Repeaters and the Technician permitted HAM frequencies as well. Is there anyone/anywhere I can get/buy this info? I live just outside Alexandria, VA. Know there are a few in this area of Fairfax County, VA. such as Fairfax City, Sterling Park & Alexandria, VA. Any help to be appreciated. I just found my log in info to this site even though I started a year or so ago.....GREAT FIND...this is a down-to-earth group of people. I also like that a GMRS License is required to join in here as it supports responsible use of the GMRS frequencies by RESPONSIBLE people who follow the LAW and try to learn more through communicating with other like minded folks. I thank "My GMRS.com" for this opportunity to learn.

[Jones]

... I desire to gain access and experience using LOCAL "Open" Repeaters. CANNOT FIND ANY LISTING showing their PL Tones(CTCSS or DCS).

 

If you find a repeater listed on this site as an OPEN GMRS repeater, with no tone or DPL listed, there is a good chance that it does not require any tone at all to access, or that it uses the well-known default GRMS tone, or "Traveler's Tone" of 141.3.