The vast majority of LE agencies in my area that are using digital are not encrypted. Some of them, such as my local Sheriff Dept, are a mix. Most channels are not encrypted, but a few such as swat/narcotics are encrypted.

I am quite happy about this, but also slightly worried about the future of being able to scan the frequencies. What are some reasons a LE agency migh...

Hi, I've just set this radio up and am wondering if there's a way to change Squelch level below the lowest setting. There must be a way. Looking in the service manual shows a test mode but doesn't mention adjusting values. Thanks for any info

Hi, I'm new to the forum, and am looking into HAM radio.

I've had a landline telephone (copper wire) for decades. We no longer answer incoming calls, not ever, because of the volume of spam. We use our cell phones instead. The reason we've kept the landline was the idea that in a catastrophic event (like earthquake, I'm in California) with power and cell towers unavaila...

Hello all, Going on a camping trip in Kouchibouguac National Park next july (2026)
and visiting the coast, (Bouctouche, Shediac etc.) any good ham repeaters in the area and beside the parks, interesting scanning frequencies ?

Thanks all and 73 de VA2VT

Are there any rugged, sturdy Harris handheld radios models that are FPP, that would be suitable for ham radio? Dual band?

Thanks,
Dave