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A large number of "Over the Road" tractor-trailer operators still use various types of CB radios for emergency contacts, road hazards, and other practical forms of contacts. Most emergency service personnel also use them for contacting police, fire, and other emergency personnel similar to + themselves in the event of serious emergencies.
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Do people still use cb radio?
Yes, many people in the word still use a CB radio. Truck drivers use CB radios each day.
Are cobra cb radios commonly used by commercial truck drivers?
Commercial truck drivers do commonly used CB Radios. As for Cobra CB Radios, the commonness would depend on where the professional truck is and if the Cobra CB Radios are offered and popular in that location.
Where can one find CD radios online?
CB radios and scanners are available from BestBuy. For instance, Midland CB radios cost a price of $78.98. In contrast, the Midland 40-channel CB radio costs $54.98.
Is liners legal for cb radios?
In the US at least, no, linear amps are not legal for use on CB radios. The maximum wattage permitted for AM transmission is four watts, and the maximum wattage permitted for Single Sideband is 12 watts.
Do you need to use a amplifier with a cb radio?
No, and it's actually illegal to do. CB radios come from the factory transmitting four watts, which is the legal limit.
Where can one find vintage CB radios for sale?
Vintage CB radios can be purchased through some antique shops. Another good way to find an old CB radio is through eBay, which features auctions and listings for all kinds of radios, old and new alike.
Is 476 mhz cb legal in US?
No, 476 MHz CB radios are not legal for use in the United States. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates the use of CB radios in the U.S., and they operate in the 27 MHz frequency band. Using equipment outside of the designated frequencies, such as 476 MHz, would violate FCC regulations and could result in penalties.
Why were car radios created?
Car radios were invented to give people the ability to listen to current events that may affect their route of travel ( this is the reason we use citizen band radios or "CB" radios in our cars or trucks) or to just give the driver or passengers some interesting entertainment to listen to and to make their trip more enjoyable.
How does two-way radio work?
If the Motorola were actually a CB radio, it would be able to - the brand name doesn't matter, they all transmit on the same frequencies. However, Motorola does not manufacture any radios which transmit on the 11 metre Citizens Band.
What types of emergency radios are there?
There are many types of emergency radios available. Some of the types of radio available include Ham radio, AM radios, FM radios, CB radios and walkie talkies.
Why are the initials 'CB' in CB radios used?
CB stands for Citizen's Band, which is a band (11Meters) on the radio spectrum dedicated to use by the general public who are forbidden by law from radio transmission elsewhere.It was established by, and is monitored by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC.)
Who uses cb radios?
Ususally truck drivers use them if it's an emergency, or just to talk to other truck drivers when bored. :)
