How to Get a GMRS License, Step by Step
No exam, $35, ten years, family included. Here is how to get a GMRS license from the FCC: FRN, ULS application, fee, call sign and renewal.
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Category: Licensing & Rules
FCC licensing and rules for two-way radios in the United States: who needs a license, how to get one, and what the rules allow.
Two-Way Radios in Clinics and Hospitals: Licensing, Privacy and Interference
Clinics and hospitals use two-way radios for the same reason other busy workplaces do: a staff member can reach a[…]
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Baofeng BF-888S Two-Pack: A Simple UHF Handheld and How It Can Be Used
The Baofeng BF-888S is a small UHF handheld with 16 channels and no screen for frequencies. It is a simple,[…]
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Baofeng UV-82 Dual-Band Handheld: Notes for New Ham Operators
The Baofeng UV-82 is a dual-band handheld radio aimed at amateur (ham) radio operators. This post covers what that means[…]
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The Baofeng UV-5R is a compact dual-band handheld radio. It is sold as an amateur (ham) radio, and that one[…]
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