Starting out with Comms? [Also, question about a radio.]

[Icepick]

I need a piece to communicate with for some upcoming games, but I have no idea about anything when it comes to communication devices. Could you guys recommend to me what Comms you think would be the best for a beginner (me)?

Thanks, please keep budget in mind.

[Jester316]

Get a buddy and find a blister pack of Midland GXT (or GTX I can't remember which it is). That will put you in touch with pretty much everyone you need to talk to at an airsoft game.


Radio Etiquette
Radio channels are used to transmit vital information only.
􀂃 Consistency is important! Everyone communicating the same reduces mistakes.
􀂃 Listen to radio communication that may indicate special instructions needed in your area.
􀂃 Keep your radio with you at all times.
􀂃 Avoid stepping on other transmissions.
􀂃 Avoid “keying” your microphone (PTT held down)

Normal Transmitting
Press radio key firmly, hold, pause for a second then begin speaking into the microphone. Direct your call to the person first, then announce yourself. Example: “Control…flag one.” Wait for acknowledgement “Go ahead flag one”, and then state your message.

When using a radio you must be very specific. You cannot say "I see people in the trees". We play in forests. There are lots of trees (and a lot of people). Say "I see 3 people wearing ACU pattern at the north east corner of the village" (BTW, if you don't know your directions without a compass, learn them [or carry a compass]). ALWAYS IDENTIFY WHO YOU ARE AT THE BEGINNING AND END OF A CONVERSATION. Nothing is worse then not knowing who you are talking to.


Also, read the following link. It's geared more towards HAM radio, but there are many good lessons that can be applied to airsoft radio use as well: http://nacs.uci.edu/network/Radio_Operator.pdf

[code789]

http://airsoftpacific.com/viewtopic.php?t=38193
http://airsoftpacific.com/viewtopic.php?t=37128
http://airsoftpacific.com/viewtopic.php?t=36734

google can not only help with your history report it can also help look for information you need
http://www.google.com/sitesearch/

[Icepick]

So... This might be my lucky day, I found a pair of these in the garage that seem to be functioning normally. Can anybody tell me a bit about this radio, and if it can be used at an airsoft game or not?



Thank you!

[McNair]

I second what Nasty said.

You need to hold the button for 30+ seconds while you talk to the guys near you, then yell into the radio, otherwise we won't be able to hear you.

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[code789]

[McNair]

[Pacman]

[McNair]

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[Cloudyrains]

[Pacman]

[code789]

i'm sure it won't just be me filing a complaint getting his licence removed. just him asking about hotmicing is enough to make me feel that this kid should focus more on his history and google abilities

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Radio_Service

[Icepick]