RockingDad wrote:I have the possibility of a couple of motorola gp340's but have a set of four cobra pmr radios as well. Just wondered if the 340 could be turned into a cb
Highly unlikely, best scenario on the GP340 is to get them to operate back to back on the same frequency. depending on frequency and power output RANGE OF A COUPLE OF MILES.
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I have some Motorola rechargeable walkie talkies (in pink, oh the shame!) for comm between family members. & a Kenwood TH-D72 (wish I could take the time to finally work out what it's capable of) for my bob.
I have shied away from CB's for years cos of the low street cred value
However, it seems that now might be the time to invest mebbe.
Colin KC wrote:I have some Motorola rechargeable walkie talkies (in pink, oh the shame!) for comm between family members. & a Kenwood TH-D72 (wish I could take the time to finally work out what it's capable of) for my bob.
I have shied away from CB's for years cos of the low street cred value
However, it seems that now might be the time to invest mebbe.
TH-D72
Frequency Coverage: 144-146 and 430-440 MHz TX, 118-174 and 320-524 MHz RX
1000 Memory Channels, with 8-digit alpha-tagging
5 Watt RF Output from Standard Li-Ion Battery
Built-in SiRF Star III GPS with 5000-point logger function
Built-in 1200/9600 baud TNC
Mini-USB port
SkyCommand II System
8.33 kHz steps on Airband receive
Multi-Scroll Joystick + Keypad
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"Remember Politicians are like babies diapers they both need changing often for the very same reason" - Mark Twain
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RockingDad wrote:I have the possibility of a couple of motorola gp340's but have a set of four cobra pmr radios as well. Just wondered if the 340 could be turned into a cb
Well there not digital and are listed as covering:
You would need the programming software and cable but you should be able stick them on PMR446 frequencies. There not really military radios but built to the US set of military standards which just basically means their drop tested and weather/dust sealed.
can someone help me with a querie i have, after a long chat with a radio HAM he informed me that i would have to apply for a ham radio licence in order to leagally use a radio set but i can leagally buy one either online or over the counter but not us it (a bit skewed law there surely but hey ho) the question is ,when does it become ok to bring it out dust it off and use it ,the reason im asking this 1,more bandwidth ie hopefully more people 2,more range thanks for any help anyone feels they can give. At the moment i already have cb radios stored ready to use with allancillaries as do other family members just thinking about family up country
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Hi Rincewind, you can legally buy a Ham Radio transmitter without a license. The only time you need a license is when you Transmit. you will also need a power supply rated at a minimum of 12 volts and a current supply of 20 amps if you want to tranmit. and a aerial for the frequency you want to operate on.
If you want to get a license try your local radio club. It will normally take place over a weekend for the Foundation license and the cost will be be from £27.50 which is the cost of the examination. More info can be found at http://www.rsgb.org/arls/foundation_licence.php
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"Remember Politicians are like babies diapers they both need changing often for the very same reason" - Mark Twain
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RockingDad wrote:Thanks for the thoughts. Has anyone any knowledge on the mototrola, military radio aspect?
Also for those who might want to see.... here is my install:
If anyone needs help with an install i'm happy to help. I've got an SWR meter etc to be able to test etc.
RockingDad
Sorry for the OT but is that a Cherokee?
I will be getting a cb for the 4x4 very soon so I will definitely be in touch if in trouble. Whilst on topic - what's the best value for money swr meter and can it be used for both cb and ham?
SWR Meters can be used on both Ham and CB Radios. It all depends on the power rating of the unit as typically Ham Radios can be 100 watts and CB 4 watts. SWR is a measure of the reflected power from a mismatched aerial. Another factor is frequency CB is 27mhz ham Radio covers any where from 1.8Mhz to 432Mhz depending on make or model.
“A nation of sheep will beget a government of wolves.” ― Edward R. Murrow
"Remember Politicians are like babies diapers they both need changing often for the very same reason" - Mark Twain
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