SHTF Communications..CB Radio Basics

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@mykylc
@mykylc 4 жыл бұрын
I still have my President Washington with a DigiScan 400 from the 70's. Just had it tuned up about a year ago. Love it.
@nuchairco4137
@nuchairco4137 10 ай бұрын
I also have a president . It's great radio. After seeing a different utube I got the bug and took it out of my closet after 20somthing years and hooked it up and the damm thing worked. Lol, what a shock. So I'm back on and spending money to modernize the system. I think we should all have one today. You never know.
@indridcold8433
@indridcold8433 2 жыл бұрын
My vehicle has 20Mhz to 520Mhz transceiver capabilities and I owe it all to a Cobra 148 GTL I had until last year that I had in my first vehicle I had in 1989 and the last vehicle I bought in 1996 that I still drive today as my daily driver. When the 148 finally died, after many, many modifications I personally put into it, I felt very sad. That had been with me in every vehicle I had ever had and it transmitted from 24.005Mhz to 31.125Mhz. I had already saved it from death twice. When it died, I buried it like a friend. I still miss it today. But to continue the tradition of having a transceiver in my vehicle, I got a transceiver that already transmitted in the frequencies the old 148GTL already did. I enjoyed it a lot. However, someone wanted it more than I did and traded a damaged Icom IC-7000 for it. The repairs to the radio were really not very hard to make. It had common Mitsubishi Mosfets in it that could be had at a reasonable price. With less than $200, I revived the radio, modified the frequency usage, and got a cheap tuner for the 259 centimetre antenna on my vehicle. I can use many frequencies without a license and I toy with getting an amateur radio license to be able to use even more. The ones I will not be able to use with any private radio license will be extreme emergency use only. It is my hope I never have to use the frequencies no license will cover for an individual. But they are there if I ever have to use them. It is like a firearm. It is the hope never to have to use it aside from target practice. but it is there if you have to use it.
@philsong.philsong1734
@philsong.philsong1734 9 жыл бұрын
I'm in Manchester,UK and I'm setting up my new CB system as the UK government has just legalized sideband AM and more frequencies on FM. I was on the air in the 80's but the UK government banned us all so im excited about getting my ears back on. Your video was very helpful to me buddy and many thanks.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+Phil Pennington Welcome.
@Sghian
@Sghian 10 жыл бұрын
I was rocking a Cobra 148 GTL-DX, partially epromed and had the adjustable wattage mod done. It had all the bands jammed in it. Hooked to an Antron 99, great little set up. Still have it all in my parents house. Oh I was in Britain at the time so I was mostly on FM, did manage to talk to a few state siders, mostly truckers in New York. Great days.
@edriveria64
@edriveria64 6 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for your video! I'm new on this, I bought a RCI 2980WX for the house, and mobile I have a Cobra 29LX plus 1 IC2100 ham 2m radio I enjoy listening and talking to others, I still trying to set up everything to work good.. Hello to everyone, I'm down here in Georgia!!
@PoorManofCollier
@PoorManofCollier 7 жыл бұрын
excellent video! I had a car CB back in the early 80's when I was station at Fort Hood. I loved that thing, I could hear people talking from all kinds of place skip at night down there. I'm looking at retirement in few couple of years and am thinking about putting together a little base station.
@hatchetjackphillips
@hatchetjackphillips 2 жыл бұрын
I have a cb in my truck and couldn’t imagine being without it. I’m gonna setup a base station this summer. We have a hamvention coming up and hoping to find a good mobile or base station with ssb.
@NightLinks
@NightLinks 6 жыл бұрын
Nice video. I'm glad to getting back into the hobby.
@IntercomsOnlineDotCom
@IntercomsOnlineDotCom 10 жыл бұрын
I still have a CB radio I used in the 70s. I'll be keeping it for emergency communication.
@mr.alaska2232
@mr.alaska2232 7 жыл бұрын
I remember back in the early 80s everybody was on cb,my neighbor had a nice home base setup with a huge tower in his back yard..the good old days
@PrepperStateofMind
@PrepperStateofMind 8 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video. Just getting back into CB for prepping and thought I knew stuff, now I realize I don't. already looking for a good base and will follow your suggestions..
@robertpresley69
@robertpresley69 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice video sir. And yes, there are a lot of us out here who have an interest in that topic. Subscribed.
@palmettohorn
@palmettohorn 7 жыл бұрын
Great video. Was into CBs in late 70s as a teenager. Midland base station, D-104 mic. Looking at getting back in. When I do will be willing to spend some to do it right. Need to wade thru the time warp (lol) beforehand and this helps a lot.
@R2DMD
@R2DMD 9 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Very useful video for beginner like me. So much discussed in 17 mins.
@karenmorelli2297
@karenmorelli2297 9 жыл бұрын
A great radio ! i had 1 of them, way back then. Nice video !
@DL6SEX
@DL6SEX 7 жыл бұрын
This is a very nice video. Reminds me to the time when I started into CB-Radio 40 years ago. Beside Ham Radio, I still love CB for several reasons:)
@scottwiseman8015
@scottwiseman8015 3 жыл бұрын
I achieve Britain QSO's before dawn (remember they're six hours ahead of us) using the local reservoir for my ground plane using a clamp to the car frame wired to short piece of chain linked fence in the water. Best times (for me) is around 03:00 to 04:30 fading until 05:30/06:00. Beautiful vintage rig. 73's to you. 107 Dallas,Tx 27.165AM and 27.385LSB
@paganphil100
@paganphil100 3 жыл бұрын
Scott Wiseman: Hi Scott, I'm in the UK......I haven't heard any USA stations lately but South America has been coming through recently. Most people here (and in mainland Europe) use SSB mode on midband (same frequencies as USA) or "Freeband" (calling on 27.555 USB). We also have FM for local chats and AM which very few people use now.
@523panda
@523panda 10 жыл бұрын
Nice video! If trouble occurs For a weekend or two rules should be followed. Now if SHTF Life or death is at hand laws are out the door.
@patrickkelvin5943
@patrickkelvin5943 7 жыл бұрын
For the exact time proven prepping strategies that have been used since the beginning of mankind, google Trankors Survival Secret. You can become the leader of the pack and be ready for anything.
@bobbader4789
@bobbader4789 Жыл бұрын
I get laughed at all the time for wanting to keep mine legal, don’t want to give them an opening to come after me, also less power I’ll need from my solar system
@stevestanley5183
@stevestanley5183 4 жыл бұрын
I’m wanting to get into cbs but have no clue where to start. I guess with a home base. Thanks for the info, a lot to learn but sounds fun.
@mikehagan4320
@mikehagan4320 4 жыл бұрын
Go to garage sales is the cheapest way. Though you may get burnt. But I have had good luck with the truck stops to get new equipment. I like the cobra 29 classic. Some of those have weather channel indicated by a "W.X." in the model number. 29's don't have "ssb" or single side band. If you want those features keep looking for other good models. There are some good radio's out there. Ask someone like a trucker in the truck stop for Guidance. See if you can get a conversation going with a couple of truckers and they can give you suggestions. Remember everyone has an opinion so use your own logic. Be prepared to say well thanks for your help. I'll look that up on Google. That way you won't insult them for not immediately buying what they said. It's all about learning. It won't be perfect your first try anyway. I've had many hours of fun on the C.B. and it's been an indispensable tool as a driver. A few million miles worth in fact. C.B. radio's can be a lifesaver! Best Wishes! M.H.
@mattwinn9607
@mattwinn9607 3 жыл бұрын
You must learn about antenna and SWR. SWR is the standing wave ratio. For a C.B to run properly the SWR must be tuned. A ratio of 1:1 is absolutely perfect but seldom attainable. 1:1.5 is very good. You can learn all about it on the internet.
@antoniomancini8738
@antoniomancini8738 9 жыл бұрын
great video I live in the Detroit Michigan area I had a Cobra 2000 I also had to Antron a 99 which was 60 feet in the air this was back in the eighties used to have a good time talking skip to Jamaica all over the place seriously thinking about getting back into it just want to say enjoy your video thank you some great information for the people out there
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+Antonio Mancini Thanks for watching.
@PopeyeKF4LBG
@PopeyeKF4LBG 9 ай бұрын
Great job covering the basics. Very thorough and well articulated. 73s de KF4LBG
@TheNewell711
@TheNewell711 9 жыл бұрын
Nice video on CB. I don't use CB to often, but I do have one here in the shack and the truck. Informative video!
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
+KD8VMR Thanks.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
Scanners are great for getting information. Be sure to get one that has the ability to scan the Ham frequencies.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
Antenna height is very important in most cases. Some say higher the better. I have read that general consensus is at least 36 foot off the ground at the boom on a beam. You can go very high before you need a beacon light for the aircraft. Talk to me in person if you get serious about this.
@bobdillashaw4360
@bobdillashaw4360 8 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed the video, been talking on CB since 89-90, got my tech license last year!
@bobdillashaw4360
@bobdillashaw4360 7 жыл бұрын
May have died locally, but I talk skip all the time, it's still alive and going!
@dontswin
@dontswin 8 жыл бұрын
Very interesting! You really know your stuff. I'm just a beginner although I have used a CB on occasion. Looks like I will have to get a CB pretty soon since I'm going long haul. Still trying to learn my new android, lol! My truck will need an antenna and CB. So I am just a starter in this field which is too bad since I should have learned this area years ago. I don't want to spend a whole lot of dough to get a system up and running. So I am checking things out while I am home.
@lochinvar00465
@lochinvar00465 7 жыл бұрын
If you know what you are doing, you can throw up a cheap piece of junk antenna and get good results. One of the best antennas I had was a 9' square of #22 wire pasted on my living room wall. Coax ground went to bottom left corner, coax center wire went through a variable capacitor and connected a couple of feet up the left side. SWR was about 1.2:1 to 1.3:1. Could talk a distance of 15 miles with s9+ signals. The only downside to it was I had to retune it every time my neighbors moved their couch because they were on the other side of the wall.(apartment living - gotta love it)
@stevestanley5183
@stevestanley5183 4 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a antenna set up. I’m just getting started. I have not bought anything yet. Seems like the first place to start is with the attenna. If you have some recommendations that would be great.
@paganphil100
@paganphil100 4 жыл бұрын
Steve Stanley: If you're looking for information this online club / forum might interest you. Its based in the UK but there are members all over the world and its a great place to learn all about CB or "Ham" radio.....and its all FREE !!! charlietangodxgroup.forumotion.com/
@ifell3
@ifell3 10 жыл бұрын
Great video, looking into a type of antenna at the moment, so many to choose from, was thinking about a home made job. Something i could carry and erect up a top of a hill too. Got any suggestions?
@appalachianunderground8474
@appalachianunderground8474 3 жыл бұрын
Really awesome video, I subscribed also !! Quick question, I have a Realistic Navajo TRC -433 base station cb with a swr/antenna switch connected to a Tram 1499 antenna… I have a 50-80 watt linear amp and power supply coming from eBay…mistake ?
@christophercatalano8541
@christophercatalano8541 5 жыл бұрын
You should check out a President "New York" antenna for a mobile antenna. Its a very small "cellular imitation antenna" and it is AWESOME! I put it in my wife car paired with a President "Bill" radio because she wouldn't allow me to have a normal size setup and large antenna on her car and it works very well. Infact its my most favorite setup out of all 3 of our vehicles.
@speedbuggy7240
@speedbuggy7240 9 жыл бұрын
Hi, I liked your vid. You explained the basics on how it works. I have an old CB that I used to use, but I can't seem to get it to work now. It does work because I did hear someone and the weather channels work fine, but nothing else. The radio is dead silent. No squelch, no nothing. I did hear someone talk about a week ago, but that's it. I am using a different antenna so I think that is the problem. I'm thinking of just buying a new Cobra Road King. If I do, I don't know what mic or antenna to get with it. Any suggestions?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+Speed Buggy Most important thing is to get your SWR's checked. SWR means "standing wave ratio" this is how you check how well your radio is matched to your antenna. Find a reputable radio man to check them for you. Your antenna is 80% of your radio setup. You can have a thousand dollar radio, but if you have a junk antenna you are only talking one block away. A bad SWR reading can and will over time burn out the transmitter side of your radio you can still hear, but no talking. For a decent mobile antenna I would look at a Wilson 1000 or 5000 magnetic mount antenna. Provided you drive a fiberglass car or truck. Mount it on the roof and get the SWR's checked. Truck stops often have a radio man somewhere to check them for you for a few bucks. Good luck.
@markevans6428
@markevans6428 9 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid, I had a Uniden Washington base station, and a d104 power mic, and a Shakespeare big stick antenna with RG8U coaxial. I did some modifications on the radio and mic. I talk to all 50 states. And talked to few provinces of Canada. I also go Mexico. I talk to Australia and New Zealand a bunch of times. I talked to Britain one time, and Ireland one time. I talk to Japan one time. And the Philippines one time. People would send me QSL cards, and I would send them cards back. I would talk on 36-40 LSB. Sometimes I would talk DX on AM in other channels. But it was SSB I would get the most DX. I notice a pattern to DX. By law you got 4 watts AM, and 12 watts SSB. However some people would use linears, and beef up there wattage to 1000 watts. Some would make there 40 channel CB radio go below channel 1, and above channel 40, and add more frequencies. People turned the hobby into basically pirate radio. The FCC could not enforce things, and stop it also. The FCC gave up on CB long ago. I was in Oregon. I would mostly get north to south in the summer, like the Southwest USA, and Northwest USA into Canada and Alaska. Sometimes Hawaii would pop up anytime of the year. Alaska would pop up anytime of the year. In the winter, I would get east to west, all the Midwest, and Southeast, and Northeast would come in, and in the evening after 3 pm the Pacific would come in like Australian and New Zealand. And Mexico would come in allot, all year round, and it was annoying. I believe it was illegal to talk DX. But it was hardly enforceable by the FCC. I ended this hobby years ago. I left it when I was 18 in 1997, and I am 36 today. But I never forgot it.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+Mark Evans It is a fun hobby.
@ChannelMaster720
@ChannelMaster720 11 жыл бұрын
Hey, really good video, especially considering that it is made by an admittedly not-too-technical guy. Really informative! Good show!!
@onemarktwoyou
@onemarktwoyou 9 жыл бұрын
The antennas was his key. Any old CB would work with what he was doing. Good antennas and tuned. CB should be able to go 50 miles with a pole antenna. But with a 'directional' antenna one with good atmospheric conditions can go several hundred miles. What ever you do, have someone help you set up the antenna. Let them teach you how to use an swr meter. Most systems do not have them in it. But a swr tester can be used to set up antennas, especially mobile antennas. Once an antenna is tuned it generally doesn't need to be changed, thus most people don't keep them in line. Although any radio works better with an antenna 'tuner'. Tuners are meant to be kept in the system. This allows a person to maximize the whole frequency range, or CB channels. But tuners are generally not used mobile for CBs. Nor are they that beneficial mobile. Big properly tuned antennas for your base, it is highly recommended for tuners to be used. Example this guy's set up.
@dominicracca6955
@dominicracca6955 6 жыл бұрын
The thing that most people dont understand but they should about EMP. The typical event that will cause an EMP with wide range destructive power is a nuclear explosion. If you are close enough to the explosion to have been effected by the EMP you have more pressing issues to worry about, like getting out of the radiation zone. Other "EMP bombs" (ie aircraft or other vehicle induced) are not really powerful enough to do much damage to most consumer electronics (cell phones are the most susceptible) unless the pulse is within a couple meters of the device. Also an EMP will not usually effect unpowered devices. Electro-mechanical devices such as electric motors, generators and other "dumb" electronic devices will not be effected by EMP of any kind. An EMP essentially will cause an over-current situation inside your electronics thus damaging the delicate chips inside. It works in the same way that an electric motor generates a current when you manually spin it. With an electric motor you create a current when you pass the coils on the armature across the magnetic field, a basic generator. The EMP is a high powered magnetic field that will induce a current flow in the fine wires and circuits inside your electronics. When the devices are off there is no complete circuit thus the EMP is ineffective. Unfortunately not all devices are "off" when they are actually "off". Computers, cell phones, TVs and things like this are always powered on when the batteries are installed or they are plugged into the wall. Also ALL electronic devices generate an EM field, and to prevent one device from interfering with another, most modern electronics are shielded from EM (including EMP). For those of us who were born before 1985, may remember when battery powered toys or one of Mom's kitchen appliances would cause static on the TV set. This was essentially an EMP. This is almost non existent today. As for EMP on the power grid... Yes this is where the issue is HUGE. Those transformers are designed to amplify power. A transformer converts low power high voltage AC into high power low voltage Ac that is usable in our homes. Remember when I was talking about the magnetic field and the coils in the motor? Well a transformer is a set of coils inside another set of coils that use induction (what EMP uses to cause damage) to change the power. Well now you add even more induction to the mix and the transformer will then create enough power to possibly destroy the next regulator or transformer in the line. This is where the most worry should be. Stay safe, keep batteries around for power and remove power sources from your SHTF devices for their safety. (metal boxes help too... look up Faraday Cages.)
@ericseif5578
@ericseif5578 8 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. I'm just getting started in CB with a hand-me-down mobile in my truck.
@Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee
@Dallas-Rife-UDX-347-Tennessee 4 жыл бұрын
Just remember ,, CB stands for Constant Buying lol
@waltprescott2124
@waltprescott2124 11 жыл бұрын
I think buzzsah did a video on CB and antennas, I picked up a lot of info from it. I do not know if he still has it posted.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
Possibly. Depends on where you are in relation to the blast. I hear it will. But, radio waves are wireless and are our best chance of communicating versus phone lines. Not much is fool proof I guess is what I am trying to say. But it could be something other than an EMP that takes out the grid.
@bobbader4789
@bobbader4789 Жыл бұрын
I’m very interested and would love some more videos! How’s everyone gonna power their CB when the grid goes down?
@DaveSquibbSr
@DaveSquibbSr 9 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much, I enjoyed the video I've talked on the radio for a lot of years it is something that I very much enjoy, however I got out of it for about 15 years and just got back into it here recently I've noticed that there are not nearly the people that talk on the radio that used to, I am running it TriStar 240 radio with an Antron 99 I have my radio hooked up to a small battery bank that is Charge by solar panels, so I guess you could say I have a solar radio LOL, anyways it does very well for me, and again I enjoyed your video and thank you very much for posting it
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+DaveSquibbSr You bet. Enjoy the hobby. Thanks for watching.
@jordans516
@jordans516 8 жыл бұрын
+DaveSquibbSr do u still talk on the cb radio im on every day around 600 im in ny ch 16
@bobbader4789
@bobbader4789 2 жыл бұрын
Would love to see the solar panel and battery set up!
@HyperFoxTails
@HyperFoxTails 9 жыл бұрын
I have this Base Station with extras. Great Radio.
@JonathanMichaelWendtGaming
@JonathanMichaelWendtGaming 7 жыл бұрын
what do you think of a Tram WSP300B magnet mount antenna paired with a uniden bearcat 980 SSB ?
@Jammerjim
@Jammerjim 11 жыл бұрын
Very cool! What's the highest you can have an antenna and would that made a huge difference?
@Bootyhunter1971
@Bootyhunter1971 5 жыл бұрын
The FCC rule says 60 feet from the ground or top of a fixed object best I ca. Remember. Its found easily on Google. And the higher the better, to a point. There is cable loss, in that the longer the run the more signal loss you have so at a certain point it would lose as much as you gain with the height. But the rule of thumb is "height is might"!
@billybassman21
@billybassman21 9 жыл бұрын
I still have my Cobra 142 I got when I was 14 years old back in 1988. I have not used it in a number of years though, but I'm thinking of hooking up a CB radio for emergencies. You can do a lot of mods to them very easily including unlocking the clarifier, adding a 10 kc drop for the A channels and going above and below the CB band. If you don't want to turn the wattage up I recommend at least clipping the audio limiter diode. It improves the sound greatly!
@carlcrews3000
@carlcrews3000 6 жыл бұрын
Hi I'm getting a 142 cobra like the one in your video and I have a solarcon antenna I don't have a meter like you have in your video what would be the best way to get it right without buying $100 meter
@mobiltec
@mobiltec 11 жыл бұрын
So you are saying that I do not have to send money in to renew my license in 2015?
@user-lq9gb2to8k
@user-lq9gb2to8k 10 ай бұрын
Where do the calls signs come from? They not handles like on AM. Thanks
@anthonygallo3576
@anthonygallo3576 7 жыл бұрын
With respect to the antron 99 antenna,some folks say to replace the top section with a 4' firestick antenna.this thicker antenna will have less sway i wind without effecting performance.what are your thoughts on that.thanks,Tony.i am a loyal follower
@matthewpina4719
@matthewpina4719 8 жыл бұрын
Hey im setting up a base station and i just got a solarcon imax 2000 antenna and im hooking it up to a Cobra 29 LTD radio. i keep hearing my friends talking about getting an amp with it but i want the most powerful one i can leaglely get what would you recommend? thanks in advance
@Prepping2endure
@Prepping2endure 11 жыл бұрын
Great Video! Can't wait to see more. Thanks for sharing
@MowerJunkie
@MowerJunkie 6 жыл бұрын
higher SWR reading on 40 = antenna is to long, not to short.
@bobbader4789
@bobbader4789 2 жыл бұрын
I am very interested in CB radio, just got set with a galaxy base station and the Antron 99 hearing some folks off in the distance but have not made my first contact yet, I want to be able to power this with a battery and solar panel for SHTF communications, I have watched this video about 6 or 7 times I loved it that much, I’d like to find an old cobra like yours or a Washington or Madison but they are hard to find, please make some more CB Radio Videos!
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Glad you liked it.
@matthewpina4719
@matthewpina4719 8 жыл бұрын
oh and what other equipment would u recommend once agen thanks in advance
@terryfennell3331
@terryfennell3331 9 жыл бұрын
I have a washington cb with ssb that turns on receives keys up but want send.any suggestions? Thanks for posting I will be looking for that jo gun 4 element.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+Terry Fennell the transmit section is burned up. Probably due to a high SWR. Make sure you check your standing wave ratio (SWR) before you start talking on any radio setup. There are many meters you can buy for checking this. A radio man is needed now to fix your radio. Not easy to find a reputable radio repairer. If you don't have one locally you could send your radio to one. Maybe Dubbs CB shop. Has a website. Good luck.
@ka2lal
@ka2lal 9 жыл бұрын
I know all about them the 142 GTL inside and out, I had one when I was a kid then I graduated to ham and two-way being my family was a Motorola dealership, and they did very well put all 6 of us through college, and lived a comfortable life, that's the kind of trash I am.
@j.w.2210
@j.w.2210 3 жыл бұрын
How can I make a Wilson Little Will stainless steel stinger/whip longer? Can I add something to the tip to lengthen it?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 3 жыл бұрын
Not that I know. You can buy replacement whips for it. Iam assuming you have cut it at some point and now it is too short. If not, try a new mounting location. Clays CB online sell replacement whips.
@levi5548
@levi5548 8 жыл бұрын
cobra 29 a good mobile unit if tuned correctly? thanks for the video by the way
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
+Levi Knapp you bet
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
+Levi Knapp You are welcome. Thanks for watching
@russellgreer8659
@russellgreer8659 2 жыл бұрын
Great vidio. You give alot of good info. Im setting up my base station with a omni directional fiberglass antenna. If i have to adjust my antenna ( To long or short ) how do I do that ?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 2 жыл бұрын
If your Swr is better on your lower channels your antenna needs to be shorter. If better on higher channels it needs to be longer. Not knowing what antenna you have I campy tell you how to adjust. You want your SWR best on channel 20.
@coolelectronics1759
@coolelectronics1759 2 жыл бұрын
dude! is that a vintage cobra 139xlr I was just kindly donated one from my neighbour Im getting into radio stuff and it looks just like yours! I also got a polly comm sr. 23 with the stuff and some other cool radio stuff like antennas.
@jfrphoto01
@jfrphoto01 2 жыл бұрын
It is a Cobra 142 GTL.
@jeffthompson8663
@jeffthompson8663 9 жыл бұрын
question; I have several extra feet of antenna cable in my car---- is it ok to just roll all extra cable( like an extension chord)---- someone told me to not do that, it creates interference, that I should somehow extend the cable out in a single line.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
Jeff Thompson Coiling the coax up is not the best. I personally have not seen an issue with a small coil, just don't coil to tight. But the word is not to do it if at all possible.
@jeffthompson8663
@jeffthompson8663 9 жыл бұрын
Thanks bro
@zanelile2991
@zanelile2991 6 жыл бұрын
Information on your antenna please ?
@wayneg8161
@wayneg8161 7 жыл бұрын
I live in a HOA community can you recommend an antenna that would not be that noticeable but work decent?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 7 жыл бұрын
W Seep dog i used a magnetic mount antenna when I lived in an apartment. Get like a Wilson 5000 mag mount antenna and when you want to talk ot lasten put the antenna on the roof of your car. Shen dine pull it off and put in garage. Be sure to set your SWr’s.
@jfrphoto01
@jfrphoto01 2 жыл бұрын
@@Hilander1298 There is only one Standing Wave Ratio not multiples so the correct way to say it is SWR not SWR's! And, to be completely accurate it is Voltage Standing Wave Ratio or VSWR.
@cvcoco
@cvcoco 9 жыл бұрын
thanks for your good vid. Do you want to review or talk about handhelds?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
cvcoco I am not real familiar with the handhelds. Sorry
@DrNo-uq7xx
@DrNo-uq7xx 6 жыл бұрын
In a SHTF situation, I dont give a crap about a HAM license. Ill use one if needed.
@stuarthall3874
@stuarthall3874 6 жыл бұрын
It is legal to transmit without a license in an emergency situation. Be warned that there is a lot more to using a radio effectively than hanging and antenna and keying a mike. Having an amateur radio license is a license to learn and gain experience in using radio so when the SHTF one can understand and effectively use radio communication (e.g. know what frequencies to use and when). It also helps one connect with others who are also equipped and skilled to use radio communication so when SHTF happens, you have the human resources to contact.
@mattwinn9607
@mattwinn9607 3 жыл бұрын
Ham is not easy to use if you haven't been trained.
@MrJaz8088
@MrJaz8088 3 жыл бұрын
@@mattwinn9607 In Australia you need a License, but in a Emergency you can use it
@ncphotos
@ncphotos 3 жыл бұрын
Great video!
@hoskinmage
@hoskinmage 8 жыл бұрын
hello from 273,snowman in Kentucky I run an eagle 2000 and a golden eagle 1kw.sometimes but I switch up wince in a while and use my bearfooted eagle 5000 I guess you can say old equipment I think the eagle 2000 and eagle 5000 I think was from copper electronic in the early 90,s and I think the golden eagle 1kw was in the 70,s maybe so maybe we can hook up good video everything looks good keep modulating
@carlg6653
@carlg6653 7 жыл бұрын
Dear owl my name is Carl I recently purchased a Browning Golden Eagle for could you please reply to me telling me how to wire up the antenna from one unit to the other thank you
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
LOL, hear ya. Trying to keep it to legal limits on here for now. Power is always good.
@haleloi3018
@haleloi3018 7 жыл бұрын
By ALL Means get a CB w a good antenna. Pref an SSB cb as it talks farther w less noise. I have had a cb since 1975 and I will never part with it. They are great when other things go down.
@jackhammell1926
@jackhammell1926 3 ай бұрын
Was able to pick up one of those Cobra 142 gtl in good condition for just under 200 on eBay…well worth it. Receives better than a new President McKinley tuned up from Bells CB…that cost 250
@Nomad1957
@Nomad1957 3 жыл бұрын
Any chance your still on the air?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 3 жыл бұрын
Yes. Hilander Wyoming is my handle. Thnx for watching.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
More is coming. Thanks
@marcusalancate1782
@marcusalancate1782 3 жыл бұрын
Good review Sir. Thanks.
@troygibbons5486
@troygibbons5486 4 жыл бұрын
Id like more cb knowledge.
@paganphil100
@paganphil100 4 жыл бұрын
Troy Gibbons: Check out this site......its all free and there are members all over the world. charlietangodxgroup.forumotion.com/
@peden33
@peden33 11 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. Bring it on!
@kg5nja693
@kg5nja693 8 жыл бұрын
Albee4ty5, Thanks great video. Lots of good info. I'm just getting into it. I also would like to ham. Would cb and ham antennas be the same? I looked at your other videos and I think we have a lot in common as I too like guns and the NRA. Again thank you
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
+Hog Rider Antennas are sized by frequency it is running on. So no, one antenna does not work for all. They are frequency specific. Now, there are antennas that are very broad banded. They may work over a large frequency range. But they will have to be right next to the band you are running. A good 11 meter antenna may run acceptably on 10 meters. Keep a quality SWR meter and check them often. Thanks for watching
@danielhanswessner8404
@danielhanswessner8404 2 жыл бұрын
I still have my three CB Radios yet -- need a battery power supply yet. And also need two new hand microphones yet.
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
I do not know of any good indoor anyenna. If you try one be sure to check your SWR's. I have a video on that as well. Good luck.
@helipilot727
@helipilot727 8 жыл бұрын
hah what?
@ryanjcus
@ryanjcus 11 жыл бұрын
Great video. Thanks Subbed
@overdaedgebroadcasting2220
@overdaedgebroadcasting2220 7 жыл бұрын
I am so looking, For a base radio. Any one know where i can get one?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 7 жыл бұрын
Lots of places. Do a google search. Way to many to list.
@raffiepatrick
@raffiepatrick 8 жыл бұрын
Do u need a license for ssb?
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
The Patrick show-agar No.
@raffiepatrick
@raffiepatrick 8 жыл бұрын
But what's with the "callsighn" on ssb like P6789
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 8 жыл бұрын
The Patrick show-agar Them are peoples call numbers. You make up your own. SSB is typically a "number" call sigh versus a name callsign. Although both are used. No rules on your call sign.
@raffiepatrick
@raffiepatrick 8 жыл бұрын
Oh thx :)
@cooluncle2614
@cooluncle2614 7 жыл бұрын
You don't need a license for SSB 27 mags
@infowarguy
@infowarguy 9 жыл бұрын
Get a CB and a portable antenna and use it now to understand the capabilities before you need to. Antenna suggest Wilson brand, Tram 3500 (cheaper $30), steel whip, francis brand, firestick. avoid the cheapest Hustler brand (deaf, less sensitive).
@joohop
@joohop 3 жыл бұрын
A Major Disaster Bless Up Earthling
@mattwinn9607
@mattwinn9607 3 жыл бұрын
How big is your linear amp ? Hehe
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 3 жыл бұрын
4 watts 😊
@mobiltec
@mobiltec 11 жыл бұрын
I have an old Cobra 139. Looks a lot like your 142. Mine was manufactured in 1974 and I have all the original paperwork that came with it. Owners manual and everything. Works great. There is no reason not to have a ham license now adays. There is no code necessary for a 2 meter tech license. Check out "HamTestOnLine" to pass the test the first time. $10 for a ten year license. Not bad.
@MichaelRideout
@MichaelRideout 9 жыл бұрын
I hope someone sees this that can help... I manage a bar roughly 7 miles from my house, is there anyway I can pick up my Motorola CLS 1110 on-site two-way radios from my bar at my house? Sorry for the very uneducated question, i literally i have idea what i'm talking about, clearly.....
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
Michael Rideout I would have to say no. According to motorolas web site it has a range of 200,000 square feet. It is designed as a job site radio. 1 watt of power. For 7 miles you would want something different.
@skippyi6969
@skippyi6969 4 жыл бұрын
problem is that an EMP is going to take out that semiconductor infested radio unless you take steps to prevent it.
@averagejoe8213
@averagejoe8213 8 жыл бұрын
It's hard to find quality hardware these days. Especially a SSB. And getting one tuned anymore? forget it. :(
@NorseCode.81
@NorseCode.81 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice radio
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
Thanks Fred.
@mcrafton89
@mcrafton89 11 жыл бұрын
Been out of the CB's for years. My base dead keyed at 800 watts and my mobile at 200 watts. I think the FCC is still looking for me.LOL
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 11 жыл бұрын
More to come. Lots to talk about to.
@unitedstatesirie7431
@unitedstatesirie7431 3 жыл бұрын
do you know where I can buy a Cobra 2000 home base CB radio ?
@ZeroCipher7
@ZeroCipher7 11 жыл бұрын
great vid
@teknowil
@teknowil 9 жыл бұрын
I use a Military HF radio , I plugged in channel 6 freq and I heard someone from Hawaii, I am in Arkansas
@Hilander1298
@Hilander1298 9 жыл бұрын
+teknowil Yep. Good Ole "Skip".
@bennyrussell5551
@bennyrussell5551 7 жыл бұрын
Got my 1st. CB in 1975 KDF-7864 steel 6ft. whip on mobile and Big Stick in a tree.
@iplaymytele
@iplaymytele 3 жыл бұрын
However I do agree about having a CB radio base station....! I’ve had one for years ....! Ya know it’s funny how trends come around go away then come around again this time it sounds like it could be a necessary.....!
@R2DMD
@R2DMD 9 жыл бұрын
All future themes suggested by you at min 15 are welcomed!
@jimmycornett1064
@jimmycornett1064 11 жыл бұрын
Modern coax/tv cable is now shielded, preventing interference
@microtoast969
@microtoast969 4 жыл бұрын
I guess I am a little late to say I am interested in cb since I was 4 and I could really use some teaks
@microtoast969
@microtoast969 4 жыл бұрын
Would love to know more nice vid by the way
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