Simple Two Way Radio for Preppers

[MikeAlpha3041]

(10 December 2012, 17:02)BeardyMan Wrote:

(10 December 2012, 16:58)Lightspeed Wrote:

(10 December 2012, 16:42)BeardyMan Wrote:

(10 December 2012, 16:27)Lightspeed Wrote: Is the antenna is pre-tuned?

As far as I am aware, yes, they do come pre-tuned. I think you can get a swr meter for a few quid off the same seller, just to check.

Bit of a problem with SWR meters for these radios BM.

Firstly the connectors are SMA ( very tiny) and special leads would have to be made up.

Secondly SWR meters for VHF AND UHF are fairly expensive to purchase.

Best bet for non technical folk is to just stick to the antenna that comes with the radio.

Didn't realise that chap, thanks for the clarification!

You've just saved me a few quid too

.......although those of us with the gear will help where we can, once the system is sorted it's sorted. PM me if you need help - open to all