Eric Lemmon wrote:
> Mathew,
>
> Before you can put a GMRS repeater on the air, you must have a GMRS
> license. You also need to read and understand the applicable FCC Rules
> in Title 47 USC Part 95. The current edition of Part 95 is dated
> October 1, 2003.
>
> A GMRS repeater should be FCC Type-Accepted for Part 95 operation, but
> you can use a repeater that is Type-Accepted for Part 90. This
> requirement rules out any repeaters built from parts. Some repeaters
> that are relatively inexpensive include the Yaesu VXR-7000, the Kenwood
> TKR-850, and the Motorola GR1225 or RKR1225. The important features to
> have are a built-in ID-er and the capability to decode CTCSS or CDCSS.
> You will quickly learn that a good antenna, duplexer, and feedline cost
> more than the repeater.
>
Also adding an aftermarket tone panel (like the Com-Spec TP-3200) is OK.
> Although the Part 95 Rules limit GMRS power to 50 watts, there are some
> high-powered "pirate" stations operated by unlicensed individuals who
> ignore all of the rules. I suggest that you not seek advice from such
> people!
>
> 73, Eric Lemmon WB6FLY (and GMRS KAF4211)
Just for the record, there probably still are some older 'grandfathered'
licenses for 100W, and I know for certain that there are a number of
businesses still legally licensed. They are not allowed to make any
major mods to their licenses, like freq, power, location, profile, etc.
However, they are probably somewhat rare. And yes, there's a LOT of
not-so-legit stuff on the air, too...
--
Jim Barbour
WD8CHL
KAE9169
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