What is 220 MHz used for?
The 1.25-meter, 220 MHz or 222 MHz band is a portion of the VHF radio spectrum internationally allocated for amateur radio use on a primary basis in ITU Region 2, and it comprises frequencies from 220 MHz to 225 MHz.
What is the 2M SSB calling frequency?
144.200 MHz
The 2M SSB calling frequency is 144.200 MHz, so that is the first place to look for activity or to call CQ. SSB operation is not channelized like FM simplex and repeater operations, so you’ll need to tune around to find other stations on the band.
What are the ham radio bands?
Many ham bands are found in the frequency range that goes from above the AM radio band (1.6 MHz) to just above the citizens band (27 MHz). During daylight, 15 to 27 MHz is a good band for long-distance communications. At night, the band from 1.6 to 15 MHz is good for long-distance communications.
What is a fixed digital message forwarding system?
A group of amateur stations participating in a voluntary, cooperative, interactive arrangement where communications are sent from the control operator of an originating station to the control operator of one or more destination stations by one or more forwarding stations.
How do I block ham radio signals?
A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Stop Ham Radio Interference
- Secure a License. Before using ham radio, you will need a license.
- Contact Your Local Power Company.
- Ensure Proper Installation.
- Use High-Quality Components.
- Avoid Congestion.
- Pick the Right Radio.
- Choose the Right Location of the Radio.
- Log an Interference Complaint.
What are US calling frequencies?
Across all of North America, the National Simplex Frequency (also referred to as the calling frequency) is 146.52 MHz. In areas that use 15-kHz channels, the adjacent channels are 146.535, 146.550, 146.565 MHz, etc.