(31 July 2012, 17:56)NorthernRaider Wrote: OK Paul, I appreciate your feedback.
I like the option of expanding the channels primarily cos the rig then does 10 and 11 meter duty IE its CB and Ham and after TSHTF I will defo want to access the ham burgers.
So once again I'm looking for a rig that has MORE than 4 watts, I can be happy with 80 channels but I want AM and FM, and prefably side band if the rest of the loon..... erm members decide SB is neccessary.
I bet you buggers could find an 80 channel CB EU / UK AM /FM unit that carries PMR 446 as well with a sensible 10 watts at least ?
NR Any hams left after TSHTF will probably be working SSB and those using FM will be on 2m and 70cms
There will be very little activity on 10meters FM
400 channels is a huge number to scan through looking for activity.
(31 July 2012, 20:14)Paul Wrote: Yes, and sometimes yes TLN.
The distinction for me about what gear to use is pretty basic just like prepping is to me.
Prepping for me is a short term goal to survive long enough to allow me to survive some more.
The point is there used to be 4 million CB users in the UK. Now? Probably less than 200,000 active users IF THAT.
Those who are still using CB's will be using basic no frills radios (rigs). The protocols will be the same as ever. One or two main calling channels. No fuss, no frills. Channel 9 or 19.
Imagine also if TSHTF and Joe public broke into a shop to get hold of a radio to call for help.
What would Joe public be looking for?
A HF/VHF 10m multimode transceiver with 100 watts of SSB power and a quad beam yagi?
Or a box with a CB set and a magmount aerial, an all in one kit?
A quick read of the 2 or 3 page instruction leaflet and they can set something up in their scavaged car.
THe multimode? Unlikely.
Call me stupid but that's why I'm literally sticking with "box standard".
I may just hear joe public splutter out a call for help on channel 9 as that's probably what was written in the user manual.
What I will know is he or she is close.
To me that received call may save my life.
Anything more than that is too high a goal for me.
I'm with Paul on this keeping it simple and using the UK 27/81 standard channels will ensure the maximum possible number of CB stations can hear you.
But yes there are multimode CBs in the market that cover the 27/81 standandard and a good number of european channels and Ham 10 meter channels as well. Rigs like the Anytone AT5555 do this, cover AM, FM, SSB and CW. They kick our 10w? FM and 21wSSB. They are able to be channel configured using software connected via a USB cable to your PC. So this kind of fits what you are asking about I think? I've never used one myself, but they look interesting.
To end this reply as I started, I have just ordered a base level Maas FM Only CB from Truck king for 39 quid plus shipping. Its basic UK 80 channels including 27/81, and can be user configured to any of the European Channel sets. Why did I order this? because I want something simple, reliable and connectabe to a maximum number of other stations.
Hope this helps rather than confuses???
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