Packets DownRange
PL stands for “Private Line.” It’s a Motorola trade name for what the industry calls CTCSS, which means Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System. In simple terms, a PL is a low-frequency tone your radio sends along with your voice.
I originally published this article in 2015. For years I have hung out with “Hams” and been interested in the technology. Guys like ka8jil, w9sn, w9smj, w9cjo, and w9abh have all interested me in ham radio. I remember many years ago, before cell signals were digital, I could pull up to a car and watch … Read more
The days are getting longer here in Indiana. This has meant the start of my long-awaited pole barn project. This has meant some long days, with my body being sore at the end of it. What do you geeks/nerds/type-a folks do to further your goals along when you are not working? Data Center News •H5 … Read more
This was originally published at http://www.mtin.net/blog/journey-into-ham-radio-and-dmr/ .A little has changed, including my call sign since it was published. However, it alot is still relevant. -n2jsw For years I have hung out with “Hams” and been somewhat interested in the technology. Guys like ka8jil, w9sn, w9smj, w9cjo, w9abh have all interested in me in ham radio. … Read more
