Comms Related info from Prepper Radios Canada
In a grid-down emergency, the radio is only as useful as the antenna attached to it. A cheap handheld with a decent antenna can outperform an expensive radio connected to the wrong piece of wire. Most new radio users obsess over the radio itself. They compare brands, wattage, screens, batteries, buttons, waterproof ratings, and accessories….
If you’re interested in monitoring public safety communications, a P25-capable scanner is an essential tool. P25 (Project 25) and DMR (Digital Mobile Radio) are digital radio standards used by police, fire departments, emergency services, businesses, and other organizations. With the right scanner and knowledge, you can listen in on digital transmissions and stay informed about…
When it comes to regional communications, ham radio operators in Canada have a powerful tool at their disposal: Near Vertical Incidence Skywave (NVIS) propagation. NVIS is a technique that enables reliable communication over distances ranging from 30 to 400 miles, making it ideal for emergency response, rural connectivity, and preparedness—especially in Canada’s vast and often…
When operating on ham radio frequencies, many operators use Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System (CTCSS) or Digital Coded Squelch (DCS) to filter out unwanted transmissions. While these features are useful for managing interference, they do not provide any form of privacy or encryption. In this post, we’ll explore why that is the case and what their…
If you’re a ham radio operator looking to enhance your 2-meter band performance, building a simple ground plane antenna is a great project. It’s cost-effective, easy to assemble, and can provide excellent transmission and reception. In this guide, we’ll walk through the materials, construction steps, and installation process to get your DIY antenna up and…
I came upon a Facebook post one day promoting this book and offering free Kindle copies for review. Being the owner and regular user of Baofeng radios, I was naturally curious. Wondering what more there could be to learn about these amateur radios, I accepted the review offer. Here are my thoughts.
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