skipp025 wrote: > OK Groovy Guys and Gals, > > Is there a simple rule of thumb radio range versus frequency > and power level type computer program/software on the web? Maybe > some software that also considers generic repeater operation from > x-height agl with input frequency and power values. > > My friend doesn't need or really want a program with involved > graphics or Lat Long issues. Most of his Ham Radio work is > actually FM Simplex on flat ground and he's really interested > in using the program for both VHF High and Low Bands as a > very rough estimate of expected operational range (on flat > ground) in miles. > > Your turn... > > Thanks in advance... > > skipp
Even though he doesn't need it, I think spending the effort to learn how to drive RadioMobile is time well spent, if you're into looking at paths, coverage, etc. For a free program, it's really not bad at all. And it'd give him something to "grow into" after he mastered the basics. Nate WY0X

