-=> JIMMY ANDERSON wrote to TONY LANGDON <=-
JA> Good question. Probably just different segments of the allowable bands.
JA> Perhaps came 'online' at different times.
Here, the most likely thing is they'd simply change the CB specs. It's been
done before.
JA> fcc.gov lists the channels and such and also talks about radios being
JA> marketted for use in FRS, GMRS, etc. Maybe it's a money making thing?
JA> :-)
That could be the main reason. When the smaller FRS style radios came to
Australia, the manufacturers simply built them to UHF CB specs, diversifying the
range of radios for that band. The government authorities had to do nothing but
issue type approvals for the new radios, which is something they'd be doing
anyway. :) For me it's been a bonus, because my gear, initially used for
hobbyist activities is compatible with these new radios, meaning I can easily
contribute to running public events. When I'm officiating at junior fire
brigade competitions, I bring one of my radios, so I'm in contact with the key
officials, which has proven handy at times. 99% of the time I monitor only, but
I have been a backup when a designated person has been away from their radio at
the wrong time.
JA> ... This message uses 100% recycled electrons
Of course. :D
... Casserole is just another word for leftovers.
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