CTCSS tones and DCS Codes help reduce interference by filtering out transmissions from others who are using the same channel or frequency. When used with repeaters, these tones and codes serve as sort of an “access key” to allow communications by radio operators who are granted permission to use the repeater system. So, what is the difference between them?
In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains the difference between CTCSS tones and DCS codes in a two way radio and how they work.
If you are having trouble getting your FRS and GMRS two way radios to talk to each other, it may be due to an issue with interference eliminator or privacy codes. If so, it's an easy fix. In this episode of Radio 101, Anthony at Buy Two Way Radios uses a Motorola Talkabout and a Midland two way radio to show you how to resolve a simple privacy code issue.
Changing the channels is easy on most FRS and GMRS two way radios. Changing channels on a Midland requires one extra little step. In this episode of Radio 101, Anthony at Buy Two Way Radios shows you how to change the channels and set the privacy codes on the Midland GXT1000 with ease.
Today we discuss the use of Privacy Codes. We'll explain what they are, how they work, and talk about some common misconceptions about them.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:11
Topic Discussion 1:25
Today we'll learn what Privacy Codes are, what they do and don't do, and how to use them properly. Read more about using Privacy Codes in the Two Way Radio Forum discussion setting up privacy codes.
Questions and Answers 14:33
Questions from e-mail and the Two Way Radio Forum.
Wrap up and Close 21:04
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