Communications Setup
Every now and again, someone asks me about ham radio and how it works for four wheeling. So, I thought I would take some time and write down a few comments. This will save me from having to retype the same information time and time again and it will also allow me to provide a constant response and not leave any important parts out. I think I will do this one in the form of a FAQ since so many of the questions are repeatedly asked. So here goes.I am a member of Pakistan Amature Radio Society & EARS. My Call sign is AP2CJ. (Note: For basic information about obtaining a ham radio license, please stop by www.pakhams.com for information.
My RIGS
Now to the F.A.Q's
2. What kind of range do you get with a ham radio in your Jeep?Well, that depends on a couple of different things, those being the frequency used, the type of antenna, and the amount of transmit power used.
3. How much does a ham radio cost?
Well, that is kind of like asking what a good Jeep costs....it all depends on what model you get and what kind of fancy options come with it.
Summary:
Well, that about wraps it up. I think I have gone on long enough about the various aspects of ham radio and how they might apply to someone who wants to combine two most excellent hobbies into one (ie., put your ham radio into your Jeep). If you have any other questions that you think would benefit other readers, please do not hesitate to drop me a note and I'll look into adding it to this page. My e-mail address is on my home page near the bottom.
Kenwood TM-271a @ my QTH
ICOM 2200H in my Jeep
YAESU VX-7R handheld
Now to the F.A.Q's
1. Is ham radio used a lot on 4 wheeling trips and trails?
Unfortunately, I would have to say on. I have been on trips where everyone was a ham radio operator. These are the exception and never the norm, unless you specifically wheel with a group of hams all the time. Because using a ham radio requires you to have a license, many 4 wheelers do not wish to devote the time required to obtain a license. The other down side is that a cheap ham radio costs more than an expensive CB radio. (But you do get what you pay for. The quality of the average ham radio is well above that of the best CB radio.)
2. What kind of range do you get with a ham radio in your Jeep?
3. How much does a ham radio cost?
Well, that is kind of like asking what a good Jeep costs....it all depends on what model you get and what kind of fancy options come with it.
Summary:
Well, that about wraps it up. I think I have gone on long enough about the various aspects of ham radio and how they might apply to someone who wants to combine two most excellent hobbies into one (ie., put your ham radio into your Jeep). If you have any other questions that you think would benefit other readers, please do not hesitate to drop me a note and I'll look into adding it to this page. My e-mail address is on my home page near the bottom.
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