ID Signaling nickname on Btech GMRS Pro

[WRVY822]

I'm new to GMRS and purchased two Btech GMRS Pros. The radio has an ID Signaling nickname that had a random 4 digit number. Should I change it to my call sign? What is this ID Signaling nickname used for?

[SteveShannon]

3 hours ago, WRVY822 said:

I'm new to GMRS and purchased two Btech GMRS Pros. The radio has an ID Signaling nickname that had a random 4 digit number. Should I change it to my call sign? What is this ID Signaling nickname used for?

Your two radios can identify themselves to each other or to others of the same type.  I would put my first name in it, but you could put “WRVY822-1” and “WRVY822-2” or something. Then you and a relative have the ability to send each other your locations, etc.

[WRVY822]

Thank you Sshannon, I appreciate the help.