Dual band Q's

[Old#7]

My 80 I just bought has a Kenwood dual band TM-733 hooked up. I am not familiar with dual band radios and would like a quick "for dummies" explanation on what the advantages and disadvantages are over a normal CB. I have used CB's a lot but Don't know Jack about dual bands. Someone please inform me. Also do I have a decent radio or is it worth scrapping for something else.

[mobi-arc]

I have three Kenwood radios and they've not been a lick of trouble. Probably should start with HAM license, or at least get a HAM book so you can learn the basics. Then look up repeater frequencies in your area and listen-in for a while.

[Cruiserdrew]

Originally Posted by Old#7

My 80 I just bought has a Kenwood dual band TM-733 hooked up. I am not familiar with dual band radios and would like a quick "for dummies" explanation on what the advantages and disadvantages are over a normal CB. I have used CB's a lot but Don't know Jack about dual bands. Someone please inform me. Also do I have a decent radio or is it worth scrapping for something else.

It's a real radio, not CB. You must be licensed by the FCC to operate it. Does it also have an included antenna or mount for one? Anyway, that's a nice unexpected perc with your new truck!

Look aroud at the Ham radio threads on this forum to get an idea of what is involved.

[warpdriv]

Your best bet is to go to http://www.arrl.org/ and look up with a local ham club. They can help you get licensed and teach you how to work the radio. You only need a license to transmit. So while your learning for the test, you can listen.