Back in the late 1980s, rumors were floating around that Uniden told Cobra that they would have to find a new manufacturer for their CB radio line. First came the Plus line of CBs. They were all Korean made low cost AM radios and sold through mass merchants as well as dealers. These radios performed…
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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 or Citizens Band radio has been around since the 1940s. Since then, they have gained popularity with truckers, as well as motorcyclists, hobbyists, and RV drivers. The CB radio gives you the chance to reach out to other CB radio users within a short-range. In cases of emergency, when all other means of…
In this era of advanced technology where new discoveries are being churned out daily, CB (Citizens Band) radios may seem like something obsolete from a bygone time. Everything we need is only a few taps away on a smartphone, be it food, conversation, transportation, and traffic information, or education. So, are CB radios completely dead…
If you’ve only just started to delve into the world of radio communication, chances are you’re mixing up these two radios – ham and CB. Don’t worry, we’re here to help you figure out what makes them similar and also point out the differences that they have. Even though both of them can be used…
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People owning a CB radio often have one very common question. That is, how far will the signals of their CB radio actually reach? Well, although it sounds like a very straightforward question, the answer is a bit complicated. There are a few variables that determine the range of a CB radio. The most important…
Yes, a CB antenna can totally be used for FM. You do need to shop wisely, though, if you have any expectation whatsoever regarding how you want the CB to work. It started back in the late 70s when manufacturers decided to connect a device to the FM antenna. They named it a 3-way antenna….
Truckers used to travel for thousands of miles, living a life on the road, away from civilization. The only form of communication they had with the outside world was the CB radio. If anything went wrong on the road, CB radios were what saved them by allowing them to call out for help. But now…
Are you in need of a CB radio but not sure if you need a license or not? Well, here we are gonna clear up all your confusion regarding CB radio license. Now, the rules regarding usage of CB radio are covered under the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules. You do not need a license…
What is the gadget that transcended its medium and became a national obsession? A gadget that set a new trend? Well, if you are wondering what we are talking about, then we uplift the veil now. We are talking about the citizen’s band radio from way back in the 1970s. In fact, today we are…
Even today it’s a controversial subject – but we don’t know why. The purpose and importance of grounding coaxial line shields are so critical to safe and clean telecommunication station operation that it should not be a matter of discussion, except as a how-to subject such as this paper represents. The coaxial cable used in…
This is a subject that we just had to write about. In the lightning protection business, we come into contact with many people who have had both dangerous and disastrous experiences with Mother Nature. And one that has perplexed antenna users for decades is the very common damage and destruction to radio equipment when connected…