April NORCAL run to the wine country
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As far as I know you don't need a liscence to operate on any of those channels. The channels are dedicated to "family radio use". We have been on this channel for a long time and have had no trouble. At this time I won't change the channel as to many are using it this weekend to contact us on the run. Larry
Originally Posted by MINI Mo
Larry,
I am a new member of NorCal MINI's and just bought a radio for the run this sunday. I bought one with a 5 mile range and was reading the manual and it says I need a liscense for the channel we are using this weekend. any chace we could switch to 8 instead of 7. I understand its a little late but it really would be appreciated since I dont want the FCC on me. If not then ok, I will still see you guys at the meet point in Valejo.
Moses
I am a new member of NorCal MINI's and just bought a radio for the run this sunday. I bought one with a 5 mile range and was reading the manual and it says I need a liscense for the channel we are using this weekend. any chace we could switch to 8 instead of 7. I understand its a little late but it really would be appreciated since I dont want the FCC on me. If not then ok, I will still see you guys at the meet point in Valejo.
Moses
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Larry,
To operate a 2-way radio on the GMRS frequencies you are required by Federal Law to have a FCC license. The family channels that do not required a license are limited to channels 8 thru 14 having a 2-3 mile range.
Channels 1-7 and 15-22 are GMRS channels with a range up to 8 miles depending on your equipment. So if you are using channel 7 with any of its sub-channels, you do need to purchase a license.
But don't dismay... all you Norcal members can purchase your licenses online at www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call 1-800 418-3676 before your next run.
REME always uses 17-7 for extended range, easy to remember, and fewer non-club members using it.
To operate a 2-way radio on the GMRS frequencies you are required by Federal Law to have a FCC license. The family channels that do not required a license are limited to channels 8 thru 14 having a 2-3 mile range.
Channels 1-7 and 15-22 are GMRS channels with a range up to 8 miles depending on your equipment. So if you are using channel 7 with any of its sub-channels, you do need to purchase a license.
But don't dismay... all you Norcal members can purchase your licenses online at www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call 1-800 418-3676 before your next run.
REME always uses 17-7 for extended range, easy to remember, and fewer non-club members using it.
Yes,Larry. Thanks for a GREAT drive !! Watching the peoples faces as we were "ushered" to the promenade was priceless. I also liked the Indian family lining up to take photos in front of the cars.
Great Fun, Great People, Great Day!!
Thanks Again,
Jim
Oh! And the bubbly wasn't too bad either.
Great Fun, Great People, Great Day!!
Thanks Again,
Jim
Oh! And the bubbly wasn't too bad either.
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Originally Posted by JCampos
Anyone know who the guy with the Silver '05 was on the forums? I cant exaclty remember his REAL name either 
Hes from the Sac area... I know that
Hes from the Sac area... I know thatOh and Larry, thanks for the great run this weekend, it was really a great time.
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