(31 July 2012, 20:37)NorthernRaider Wrote: (31 July 2012, 19:13)The Local Ned Wrote: I think the distinction needs to be made whether we are talking about using . overpowered multiband transceivers after society drops out or as using it as a regular comms device - right now in the present.....
Question, and its a genuine one, Why would we need overpowered multi ban transcievers NOW ??, We have phones, E mail, faxes, Internet etc.
It when the networks fail that will be the time we need the dogs doodles of kit isnt it ?
If we can get EU / UK compliant CBs NOW,that can be tweeked or unlocked WHEN TSHTF must surely be the sensible route / (i'm asking not telling BTW )
Our Hamburgers are apparently now advising is to forget 28 to 30 MHZ and stick with 26 to 28 Mhz AM and FM, Plus PMR 446.
C'mon there must be one hand held unit that does UK /EU 27 FM and AM with PMR 446 in it? and that should suffice for most uses cept bloody long range stuff.
If I understand my learned chums properly 4 watts AM and FM on 26-28 MHZ piped through a big twig on my roof should give me the 15 miles I need to cover my AOO ? Yes ? No ?
LS the soldier in me is screaming " ONE RADIO" not a collection for different jobs 
, Its one of the oldest demands the military calls for, one tool that will do multiple roles, and in the prepper world MONEY must also be a consideration. One radio with one or two aerials covering those essential frequencies you say we need
27 Mhz UK
27 Mhz EU
PMR 446
OK, but I think strategically not radiologically that the less radios we have and the more portable they are the better, So one type of mobile for foot patrol / reccing, and one for vehiocle mounting / home base, that has to be feasable?
Paul I agree less is more, A good basic sensible and affordable, easy to use radio is ideal, I can see and accept both your and LS's advice on sticking with 40 UK 40 EU 4 watt ( though I would prefer 10 watt), and I also agree with the PMR 446 if neccesary ( but not .5 watt)
But I think think most preppers want multiple radios for different duties, if we are going to adopt PMR 446 for short range stuff it should be incorporated into the basic CB units , doncha think?
Had a look at the Anytone 5555 its to bloody big for anything cept a home base station, i want somefink like a small CB unit that will do the 80 CB and the PMR 446.
Hi NY,
I think your blood pressure is rising young man :-)
Yes there are radios taht will cover allof the bands and at the power you are looking for.
See the you tube of a man pack that i sent to TLN a few days ago.
The radio is a Yaesu FT 857d if unlocked (like you're planning with teh Intek)
it'll put out user controllable power of 5w to 100w
it'll do all Ham HF Bands including the NVIS stuff we've been discussing.
Itll do all CB frequencies
It'll do 6meters
It'll do 2 meters
It'll do 70 cms
It'll do PMR446
Itll monitor Airband
It'll monitor Marine band and transmit on Marine VHF
It'll monotor all Shortwave and FM broadcast bands
It'll run AM/FM/SSB/ Morse and digital modes
It'll set you back 700 quid
It'll take you at least 3 months to master its controls
If you drop it on the floor, have a flood or a lightening strike after TSHTF it'll be the end of all of your radio comms. It will be ompossible to repair.
There are Icom and Kenwood radios that will do pretty much the same job. These are even more expensive.
Wanting everything in one box is understandable, but it is literally putting all of your eggs in one basket.
If you decide to go this route, I'll support you of course, but it'll be a steep learning curve, I promise you.
LS
How did manage to type NR as NY..... it must still be the shakes induced by fiancee walking me around jewelery shops looking at wedding rings this evening!!!
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