ACARTS GMRS

The Allen County Amateur Radio Technical Society (ACARTS) is excited to offer a GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) repeater for licensed users in our area! This repeater expands your communication range and provides a reliable way to connect with family, friends, and the local GMRS community. We encourage you to get licensed and join us on the air!”

GMRS: A Stepping Stone to Ham Radio!

The General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) offers a fantastic introduction to two-way radio communication and the world of radio frequencies. While a GMRS license requires a fee and covers your immediate family, it operates on specific channels with certain power limitations.

Many GMRS users find their interest in radio communication expanding, leading them to explore the broader and more technically diverse realm of Amateur Radio (Ham Radio). Ham radio offers access to a wider range of frequencies, modes of operation, and the opportunity for experimentation and global communication.

Ready to Take the Next Step? Get Your GMRS License!

To legally operate on the ACARTS GMRS repeater, you must hold a valid GMRS license issued by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Obtaining a GMRS license is a straightforward online process. Visit the FCC’s Universal Licensing System (ULS) website to apply:

  1. Get your FCC Registration Number (FRN) – https://apps.fcc.gov/cores/userLogin.do
  2. Then apply for your GMRS license – https://wireless2.fcc.gov/UlsEntry/licManager/login.jsp

Videos Tutorials for registering your FRN and GMRS License https://www.fcc.gov/licensing-databases/fcc-registration-system-cores/commission-registration-system-video-tutorials

We encourage all our GMRS repeater users to become familiar with the FCC rules and regulations governing GMRS operation. Visit the FCC GMRS page.

We hope you enjoy using the ACARTS GMRS repeater! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to our club or come to our next club meeting.

Getting Started with the ACARTS GMRS Repeater:

To use the ACARTS GMRS repeater, you’ll need a GMRS radio and a valid FCC license. Once you have your license, please complete the following form to obtain permission and the access tones to use the repeater.

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