HOW FAR CAN repeaters transmit?

The communications range for VHF and UHF FM simplex is usually limited to your local area (5-15 miles). If you live high on a mountain and use a high-gain directional antenna, you may be able to extend your range considerably.

How do 2m repeaters work?

In order to listen and transmit at the same time, repeaters use two different frequencies. On the 2-meter ham band these frequencies are 600 kilohertz apart. As a general rule, if the output frequency (transmit) of the repeater is below 147 MHz then the input frequency (listening) is 600 kilohertz lower.

What frequency do repeaters use?

Repeaters are found mainly in the VHF 6 meter (50–54 MHz), 2 meter (144–148 MHz), 1.25-meter band (11⁄4 meters) (220–225 MHz) and the UHF 70 centimeter (420–450 MHz) bands, but can be used on almost any frequency pair above 28 MHz.

Are there GMRS repeaters?

Yes, there are GMRS repeaters out there, not too many, but they do exist.

How far can a 2 meter radio transmit?

On VHF frequencies such as 2-meters, antenna height greatly influences how far one can talk. Typical reliable repeater range is about 25 miles (40 km). Some repeaters in unusually high locations, such as skyscrapers or mountain tops, can be usable as far out as 75 miles (121 km).

Does shape of antenna matter?

Obviously, the waves arriving at an antenna from a transmitter are exactly the same, no matter what shape and size the antenna happens to be. A different pattern of dipoles will help to concentrate the signal so it’s easier to detect.

What are the repeaters for Abilene Texas 146.72?

Texas 146.72 – ABILENE Texas 146.76 – 146.2 ABILENE Texas 146.88 – ABILENE Texas 146.9 – ABILENE Texas 162.4 WXK29 Abilene TEXAS NOAA Weather – Supplied by NOAA, Transmit power = … 443.100 + KD5YCY 88.5 Abilene Texas BCARN.net Repeater with link to Brownwood….

Are there any repeaters in Dallas Fort Worth?

We have a lot of working repeaters in the Dallas / Fort Worth metroplex. Many of the machines are not very active. The repeaters owned by radio clubs tend to be more active and usually are up. I do not list repeaters that I know are truly closed.

Who are the DMR repeaters on Texas repeaters?

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Who are the repeaters on Skywarn Texas repeaters?

SkyWarn Texas Repeaters Output Call PL City State Comments 146.76 – 179.9 ABERNATHY Texas 444.4 + 118.8 ABERNATHY Texas 145.49 – KI5ZS 88.5 ABILENE Texas Updated 7/12/98 146.7 – ABILENE Texas 146.72 – ABILENE Texas 146.76 – 146.2 ABILENE Texas 146.88 – ABILENE Texas 146.9 – ABILENE Texas 162.4 WXK29 Abilene TEXAS