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Radio question?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Oat, Sep 1, 2011.

  1. Sep 1, 2011 at 5:38 PM
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    Oat

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    Is it possible to put a radio in your car and have your own private frequency or channel?
     
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    No. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite and cable.

    You can't have your own private frequency! :)

    You can get access to "more or less private" frequencies via GMRS licenses, etc. Best to visit the fcc.gov website to learn more.
     
  3. Sep 2, 2011 at 7:04 AM
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    Walkie Talkies are sorta private.
     
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    No, You cannot have your own PRIVATE Frequency. In years back,you could have a module added to your transmitter for "your company". That way you only recieve traffic from transmissions that have the same module.
    {different type system} "Scramblers" are used in the Military--not sure if they are legal for general public--you can check. Probably BIG $$$$$.
    Cell phone is easiest.
    Another place to check--Amature radio clubs or amature radio info.
    "HAM clubs"
     

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