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If you’re new to NXDN digital two-way radios, there’s one setting you’re definitely going to run into when programming your radio, and that’s something called a RAN code. But what is a RAN code? How does it work, and when would you need it? In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what RAN codes […]

If you’re new to DMR, or Digital Mobile Radio, you’ve probably heard or read about something called a color code. But what exactly is a color code, how does it work, and when, if ever, would you need to use it? In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what color codes are, how they […]

Recently, a petition was submitted to the Federal Communications Commission to change that. It proposes allocating portions of this low-band spectrum to GMRS and potentially FRS users. Could such a change be made, and if so, is it a viable solution? In this full video edition of the 2x award nominated The Two Way Radio […]

Many business and high end consumer two way radios include a feature called Busy Channel Lockout. This feature is often referred to as BCL or BCLO. But what is Busy Channel Lockout? How does it work? When, if ever, would you use it? In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what the Busy Channel […]