Welcome To WQPY804's GMRS Page!
My FCC license page for GMRS
Greetings from WQPY804. My name is Dan and live just outside
I mostly frequent three area repeaters in the Bangor area which
I also maintain information on many of the local repeaters on
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Listed and known 'open' repeaters around Maine as of 4/18/24...* Athens (Stickney Hill) | WRQJ805 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH 16r) | 82.5 hz CTCSS (Code 6)...coming soon and to the RoIP link * Bristol (Local) | WQYE926 | 462.625+ Mhz (CH 18r) | 186.2 hz CTCSS (Code 30) * Brownville (Stickney Hill) | WQQG481 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH 16r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) * Brunswick (Oak Hill) | WRQU806 | 462.700+ Mhz (CH 21r) | 114.8 hz CTCSS (Code 16) * Camden (Ragged Mtn) | WRQJ805 | 462.700+ Mhz (CH 21r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) [RoIP linked] * Casco (Local) | WRAX632 | 462.600+ Mhz (CH 17r) | 67.0 hz CTCSS (Code 1) * Charleston (Bull Hill) | WQPY804 | 462.600+ Mhz (CH 17r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) * Cooper (Cooper Hill) | WQPY804 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH 16r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) [RoIP linked] * Dedham (Bald Mtn) | WRQJ805 | 462.550+ Mhz (CH 15r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) * Dixmont (Peaked Mtn) | WRQJ805 | 462.625+ Mhz (CH 18r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) * Dresden (Blinn Hill) | WRQU806 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH 16r) | 179.9 hz CTCSS (Code 29) * Eddington (Blackcap Mtn) | WRQJ805 | 462.725+ Mhz (CH 22r) | (TONE UNLISTED) [RoIP linked] * Falmouth (Blackstrap Hill) | WRQU806 | 462.650+ Mhz (CH 19r) | 156.7 hz CTCSS (Code 25) * Frankfort (Mt Waldo) | WRQK331 | 462.650+ Mhz (CH 19r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) * Frenchville (Local) | WRQI581 | 462.725+ Mhz (CH 22r) | 123.0 hz CTCSS (Code 18) * Gardiner (Libby Hill) | WRKN725 | 462.600+ Mhz (CH 17r) | 123.0 hz (Code 18) [RoIP linked] * Gray (Hunts Hill) | WRQU806 | 462.625+ Mhz (CH 18r) | 179.9 hz CTCSS (Code 29) [RoIP linked] * Knox (Aborn Hill) | WREW412 | 462.550+ Mhz (CH 15r) | 141.3 hz CTCSS (Code 22) * Limestone (Local) | WQNI696 | 462.575+ MHz (CH 16r) | 123.0 hz CTCSS (Code 18) * Lincoln (Bagley Mtn) | WRQJ805 | 462.625+ Mhz (CH 18r) | 88.5 hz CTCSS (Code 8) [RoIP linked] * Monmouth (Local) | WRCF905 | 462.650+ Mhz (CH 19r) | 203.5 hz CTCSS (Code 32) * Norway (Local) | WRMW315 | 462.700+ Mhz (CH 21r) | NO TONE (Code 0 -or- Code off) * Orland (Front Ridge) | WRQJ805 | 462.600+ Mhz (CH 17r) | 100.0 hz CTCSS (Code 12) * Pittsfield (Local) | WRJK250 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH16r) | 123.0 hz CTCSS (Code 18) ...tested in early Feb 2023 and appears off * Portland (One City Center) | WRQU806 | 462.725+ Mhz (CH 22r) | 156.7 hz CTCSS (Code 25) * Pownal (Bradbury Mtn) | WRMH471 | 462.550+ Mhz (CH 15r) | 141.3 hz CTCSS (Code 22) * Presque Isle (Quoggy Jo Mtn) | WQU806 | 462.550+ Mhz (CH 15r) | 77.0 hz CTCSS (Code 4) [RoIP linked] * Rumford (Local) | WROI590 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH 16r) | 141.3 hz CTCSS (Code 22) * St George (Local) | WQZI552 | 462.600+ Mhz (CH 17r) | 123.0 hz CTCSS (Code 18) ...confirmed active in mid-Jul 2023 * Unity (Local) | WRQY318 | 462.725+ Mhz (CH 22r) | 107.2 hz CTCSS (Code 14) * Waterboro (Ossipee Hill) | WQQJ953 | 462.575+ Mhz (CH 16r) | 192.8 hz CTCSS (Code 31) ...seasonal, Apr-Nov * Woodstock (Spruce Mtn) | WQOP567 | 462.675+ Mhz (CH 20r) | 156.7 hz CTCSS (Code 25) ...being added to the RoIP link soon
A list of actively licensed GMRS operators I know as of 8/28/22...(FYI, it's become too time consuming for me to keep this listupdated so, below this list, you'll find instructions on how to search for new and active users on your own.)
* Location, Callsign, Name (Other radio service aliases)
For further results, I'd suggest going to the FCC's
Frequencies/Channels/Power output Max Chart...Fixed stations (the limited data applications such as for GPS and text messaging) can be used up to 15 watts on any of the "main channels" (channels 15-22 and channels 15a-22a). FREQ CH PWR ADDITIONAL INFO 462.5625 MHz 1 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 462.5875 MHz 2 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6125 MHz 3 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6375 MHz 4 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6625 MHz 5 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6875 MHz 6 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 462.7125 MHz 7 5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow or wide banded) 467.5625 MHz 8 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 467.5875 MHz 9 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 467.6125 MHz 10 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 467.6375 MHz 11 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 467.6625 MHz 12 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 467.6875 MHz 13 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 467.7125 MHz 14 0.5 W (Interstitial channel; Simplex only; Narrow banded only) 462.5500 MHz 15 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.5750 MHz 16 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6000 MHz 17 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6250 MHz 18 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6500 MHz 19! 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.6750 MHz 20* 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.7000 MHz 21! 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 462.7250 MHz 22 50 W (Main channel; Data, Simplex, & Repeater output; Narrow or wide banded) 467.5500 MHz 15a 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.5750 MHz 16a 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.6000 MHz 17a 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.6250 MHz 18a 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.6500 MHz 19a! 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.6750 MHz 20a 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.7000 MHz 21a! 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) 467.7250 MHz 22a 50 W (Main channel; Data & Repeater intput; Narrow or wide banded) (* = Unofficially recognized travel channel while using a 141.3 hz tone) (! = Restricted use near the Canadian border... click for info) (All GMRS frequencies, except the repeater input frequencies, are shared with FRS.) (Not all transceivers follow the same ch/freq standard as above but 'most' do.)
Simply put, what is GMRS?GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) is a land-mobile FM radio servicedesigned for short-distance 2-way communication between hand-held and mobile transceivers. It allows families, friends, and associates to communicate during recreational outings, casual conversation, and/or other personal business. One must obtain a GMRS license to use it.
Is a GMRS License hard to get?Unlike Amateur/Ham radio, you do not need to study up to take a testto get a license. You only need to submit an application and pay a fee to the FCC and they will assign you a callsign.
How do I get a GMRS License?On the FCC website, go to 'ULS License Manager' and log in with your FCC Registration Number (FRN) and password. After entering your password, click the 'Apply for a New License' link on the left side of the page. Choose "ZA - General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS)" from the radio service drop down list. After that, click 'Continue' to navigate through the application. On the Summary page, review your application and click the 'Continue to Certify' button to continue. On the Certification page, sign your application by typing your name in the boxes provided and click the 'Submit' button. The ULS will calculate the fees. Click the 'Continue For Payment Options' button to choose the method of payment and follow their instructions. Once your application has been granted, you can download an official copy of your license from the License Manager by clicking the "Download Electronic Authorizations" link on the navigation bar on the left side of the License Manager home page. In the 'My Authorizations' box at the bottom of the page, select the call sign(s) you wish to download. Add the call signs to the 'Authorizations to Download' box by clicking the "Add' button. Then click the Download button in the lower right-hand corner of the page. The download will be automatically converted to a PDF file and you can choose to Open, Print, or Save. (If you do not have an FRN, register for one by clicking here.) What rules should I follow with a GMRS license?A GMRS properly licensed individual with an assigned callsign notonly covers that specific individual, but includes members of their immediate family. This means that your spouse, children, parents, and siblings are all legally allowed to use the GMRS using your callsign. However, friends and co-workers will each have to apply and pay for their own license (but will respectively include their own immediate family members and so on).
All individuals and respective licensed members, must say their
GMRS is somewhat similar to what CB Radio was supposed to be. CB
Last piece worth an extra mention, since we are surrounded by the
GMRS Related Links...MyGMRS.comRepeaterbook.com: GMRS Repeater Database FCC.gov: General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) FCC.gov: GMRS License Search FCC.gov: Coordination w/ Canada Below 470 MHz 'Maine GMRS Info' group on Facebook 'Maine GMRS' group on Facebook 'USGMRS-ME (Maine) Repeater System' on Facebook 'USGMRS Repeater System' on Facebook USA GMRS Association New England GMRS Linked Repeater Network 'Wolfpack GMRS Node' group on Facebook GMRS Live (hosted nodes) The GMRS Linked Network Buy Two Way Radios (seller) Amazon Search (keywords: gmrs + repeater + capable) GMRS: Buy-Sell-Trade-Discuss (Facebook group) Inexpensive repeater capable GMRS transceivers... Midland MXT115 15w mobile unit w/ antenna (Amazon) Midland MXT275 15w mobile unit w/ antenna (Amazon) Radioddity GM-30 5w handheld unit (Amazon) This next handheld unit below is unfortunately not in production anymore but, from personal experience, it is a great repeater capable choice if found... Motorola Talkabout MS350R 2w handheld unit (eBay search) New batteries for the Motorola Talkabout MS350R can still be bought here... Replacement batteries 2pk for the Motorola Talkabout MS350R (Amazon) Inexpensive non-GMRS transceivers that can be easily programmed for use... These makes and models below can be programmed for any simplex/repeater pairing between 400-470 Mhz so can also be used for both UHF commercial and 70cm ham parameter purposes. Also, I have tested many of these units with a Bird 43 wattmeter on a dummy load. The TM-481A produced 43 watts to an advertised 45 watts so very close. And, even though you may see them advertised as producing 4-5 watts, the BF-888S generally only put out 1.7 watts. However, that lower wattage, on those handhelds is still plenty of power for the wide area GMRS repeaters we now have in the area. And for their extremely low price, they are genuinely worth it. Kenwood TM-481A 40-45 watt mobile unit (eBay search) Baofeng BF-888S 1.7w handheld unit w/ removable SMA antenna (Amazon) Programming cable for the Beofeng BF-888S (Amazon) Replacement/extra batteries for the Baeofeng BF-888S 6-pack (Amazon)
Contact info...
Also as an extra FYI...
Non-GMRS related pages & links I also have that are radio related...My LIVE public safety scanner feed that I host on YouTubeMy CB Radio Page | My Ham Radio Page
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