Back in the day, CB radios were specifically used by professionals for emergency services. Nevertheless, things have changed so far, and anyone in need of one can easily buy one and install it in their vehicle. In most cases, these radios are used by professional truckers, RV drivers, or any regular highway user. So yes, […]
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Anyone who uses a CB radio will definitely agree when we say that a CB radio is nothing without a proper CB microphone. A CB microphone can actually be considered as the heart of a CB radio. You may wonder why you need to buy a microphone separately when most CB radios include a microphone. […]
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A group jeep tour and a CB radio to keep in touch with fellow riders equals the perfect formula for a thrilling trip. When looking for the best CB radio for Jeep, however, you need to play caution to ensure you select the right one for your vehicle. The perfect unit should have a compact […]
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– ‘Hey Carl, can you hear me? Carl…. I’m losing you man…. Are you there? I need a backup.’ You hear nothing but a static buzzing sound on your radio. I don’t know about your friend, but at least he isn’t going to make those weird noises while you need him for an emergency, right? […]
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So, you’re traveling out of town, and you enter into a zone which gives you a ‘middle-of-a-nowhere’ vibe. You may not have zombies coming out of the blue in front of your car, but you can feel your heart’s pumping. Damn it! The engine crashed again? You stop by somewhere, and you need help. There’s […]
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Coax cables might be the simplest looking components in a CB radio setup, but they are the most essential elements for stable linkups all-around. While a lot of people may ignore the concerns regarding its quality and performance when purchasing, they will most likely repent before a mere few weeks. That’s why you’ll need the […]
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CB or Citizens Band radio has been around since the 1940s. The FCC controls the CB radio since then. It is a communication mode used for both personal and business operations, as well as controlling model aircraft. CB equipment costs less than other types of radios, and it is legal to use without waiting for […]
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A CB can do two things: capture the radio signal and transmit the radio frequency signals. There are multiple reasons why a CB antenna works best when used with a certain type of radio, and a VHF radio is not one of them. Below, we are going to tell you why. Will It Work? Technically […]
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A CB antenna transmits/radiates signals downwards, vastly different from traditional antennas that project their signals horizontally or at an angle from vertical. Therefore, a metal surface is required below this CB antenna to reflect the transmission into the atmosphere. The larger and flatter the surface, the better. Now, in this article, we’ll show you how […]
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CB radios have been used for communication since they became popular back in the 70s. Today, most organized trail rides will require their participants to have their own CB radio. This is because the radios allow each party to remain aware of the delays, conditions, and also hazards of the trail. Most definitely, you want […]
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You have probably done your research on CB radio units and learned that they are offered with a maximum output of 4 watts (as per regulations). And you cannot do anything about the power, but you can do something about the effective range. Thus, we are here today to take a look at some of […]
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After setting up your CB radio with all of its parts and cables, you would think you are good to go. Unfortunately, your job is not done yet. It is absolutely necessary to fine-tune your Firestik antenna first before you start using the CB radio. Without tuning or with imperfect tuning, the antenna can lead […]
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