It looks like it’s time get a ham radio. I don’t know anything about them other than you can communicate with people globally, and you need a license. I understand that you need a transceiver, an amplifier, and antenna.
Should I go with a mobile ham radio or a stationary one?
Also, what equipment do you guys recommend? I want to be able to have the ability to scale as I accumulate licenses.
What another pede suggested to me:
Best cheap setup: Baofeng UV5R. $18 on amzn (I know) add a Nagoya na-771 high gain antenna for another $20 and your good to go. Get your ham license online for $15. They are stupid easy to pass.
I bought it and it looks good. Small, too. Good for when you are on the run. :)
I did buy a USB adapter, not mentioned above for updates and what not. I am new to this, too. And yes, I used Amazon for quick delivery.
The NA-771 (16 inches of glory) is tuned to 144/430 MHz, better suited for HAM bands. The Nagoya 701-C (8 inches of fury) is tuned to 155/455 MHz making it more appropriate for the FRS/GMRS bands. Another $20 dependent on your intended usage.
Will do. Imagine I will wind up spending more as time goes on and my depth of knowledge improves in the Ham world. Thank you!
ENSURE YOU PURCHASE SMA FEMALE for Baofengs.
USB link and CHIRP software are your best friend on these things.
I’m sorry, I’m completely new and I learn the most from asking dumb questions.
Will the baofeng allow for me to pick up HF/VHF/UHF then? I think the main thing right now is being able to listen in to get information. Speaking would come later, but could be needed.
FM Commercial/VHF/UHF - I am new, too. :)