New Member Introduction and callsign request (Issued)

hi all i am Adam from Lincoln.

i have a CB radio and use the PMR channels.

i am currently not getting much contacts and would like to lean more on these bands and more contacts on PMR and CB.

i have been on PMR446 for about 5 hours.
i have a cb but not such what channel to be on. 

hope to hear from you soon about having a CT callsign and on radios

Hi Adam,

Welcome to Charlie Tango.

Shouldn't take long to get your callsign, Gary issues most days. (Probably missed him today though.)


PMR and CB contacts are much dependant on your location and circumstances. Some areas are busy and others a little quieter, from the looks of the callsign list there should be some breakers in your area. PMR is really for short distant contacts, typical walkie talkie stuff, camping, kids, etc. but get yourself up somewhere high you might receive more. Typical contact calling is made on channel 8, (446.09735MHz), and you'll probably hear calls in the evening or Sunday nights. Still depends though, I call and listen most Sundays with no luck so far, but some get good longer distance contacts.

As for CB, same thing really. Big high up antenna is going to get you more results on a homebase or if you can, go mobile in a car, go find your highest local spot and have a listen or shout out. FM has activity on both UK and EU frequencies, some like to use sideband modes so that depends on what type of radio you have.

Sounds like a lot of info there, but believe me, this is just an intro!

You're bound to get more info browsing around the forum as well as other internet sources. We have a lot of helpful members here so fire away if you've got any questions.

Whew! Took me a bit of time for that welcome and question answer


All the best,
Victor

Thanks for the information and on a old school cb. I haven't got a call sigh let on cb

Hi victor
With the call sign will it be for CB or PMR or will i need separate ones

You could use it for CB and/or PMR, it's totally up to you.

Cool hope to chat more on pmr446 net and here

Hi Adam, welcome to the CTDX group 
73s
Steve.

Hello Adam, welcome to the forum.

I am delighted to allocate you 26-CT-3806 may you have good luck with it.

73's Gary.

C.T. Admin.

Thank you Gary

Hello and welcome, Adam.

73s John.

Hello all