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What is the difference between 2m and 70cm bands?
2m- Good all around band for talking/chatting, but since its VHF, signal travel depends on what’s in its way and the power output of the radio. 70cm- Good band, since its UHF its good to have in the city or around tall buildings or inside of buildings because its wavelength penetrates obstacles better.
What is the 2m simplex frequency?
2 Meters (144-148 MHz)
| 144.00-144.05 | EME (CW) |
|---|---|
| 146.40-146.58 | Simplex |
| 146.52 | National Simplex Calling Frequency |
| 146.61-146.97 | Repeater outputs |
| 147.00-147.39 | Repeater outputs |
What is a common repeater frequency offset in the 70 cm band?
5 MHz
70 cm Band Plan The standard repeater offset used on this band is 5 MHz. Some areas of the country use + 5 MHz offset while others use – 5 MHz. Within any region, the offset will be usually be the same on all repeaters.
What are the five MURS frequencies?
MURS Frequencies
| Channel | Rx Freq. | BW |
|---|---|---|
| MURS 2 SAFETY | 151.8800 | 11.25kHz |
| MURS 3 EM | 151.9400 | 11.25kHz |
| MURS 4 BLUE • | 154.5700 | 20kHz |
| MURS 5 GREEN • | 154.6000 | 20kHz |
What is the frequency of a 70 cm ham radio?
In a previous Shack Talk article, we looked at the 2 Meter band plan. The 70 cm band (420 to 450 MHz) is another popular ham band for simplex and repeater operating, so we’ll take a look at that band now. The first thing we need to know is the FCC frequency authorization for our particular license class.
Where can I find ham radio simplex frequencies?
Ham Radio Simplex Frequencies for 2 Meter / 70cm and more… Try something new, these frequencies should be stored in every HT or mobile. I enjoy messing around with VHF/UHF radios but repeaters usually bore me.
What kind of transceivers are in the 70cm band?
The 70-centimeter band is a popular UHF band. Single-band equipment for 70cm is rare, but many dual-band transceivers are available that operate on both 2 meters and 70cm. Available gear includes base stations, mobile units and HTs. One single-band mobile FM transceiver for this band is Alinco’s 435.
Which is better a 70cm or 6m antenna?
So all three can potentially only travel the same distance. Higher frequencies may penetrate structures better. Plus higher frequencies mean a smaller antenna which makes building antennas with more gain easier. So a multi element 70cm is easier to make, smaller, less expensive, than a 6m one.