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Radio Network = radio net = RADNET = A group of individuals who use their radios (am or fm) during scheduled times to communicate any manner of information concerning any topic the users wish to discuss. Most commonly used by Amatuer Radio Operators to keep their skills honed in case they are needed during some crisis. Radio Nets can be held at prearanged times or if there is enough users in a given area a radio net can be ongoing throughout the day.
As the Liaison for AVDRT I encourage EVERYONE to talk to others in their area and listen to common channels. For Example while in Alabama I monitor Channel 22 or 27.225 Mhz. When using the radio net to talk to another net member in Northern Alabama I am on 22 USB, In southern alabama 22 LSB. In Mississippi I follow the same pattern on channel 20.
Anyone can start a net. Get on 19 and say "Break", when another user acknowledges your break say, "This is ____________________ and I am looking for radio users who would like to form a radio net. I will be on channell ____ monitoring if you have any questions." Then switch to that channel and take it from there.
Most commonly asked questions:
1) What will we do on the net? - Initially the net will be an informal time to get on the radio and know that someone else is going to be there. This is a great time to ask questions about stuff you would like to learn more about, and even trade some stuff you no longer want or need. Find out where each user is in relation to the others and eventually you might find yourself having cookouts at the park skipshooting.
2) What channel do radio nets use? - Radio nets use any channel that is not in use at the time. Radio nets must never interfere with traffic from another user if that user was on the channel first or if they have priority traffic. I always recommend that you stay at least 6 channels away from 19. Some of your brothers and sisters behind the mic have some stout sqwaukers!
3) What if our schedules don't match? - I love this one! It just means that there is another net meeting on a different schedule in your area. Literally there can never be too many nets! As your net grows and users get to know each other a radio net could be used in place of a telephone. Imagine being able to talk to friends and family without paying anything! WooooHooo! I like it alot!
4) Do you need any special licenses?- No, in the cb realm all you need is a radio. That is what makes cb so Nice!
5) What about troublemakers?- Welllll--l, The best thing to do is find out why they want to cause trouble. Invite them to join. If they continue to be a bother then you can change the meeting channel. While the suggested manner is what works for me I am sure you folks can find other ways of handling troublemakers on your own.
Those are the 5 most popular questions I get. Hope that helps.
