Peaks Of Derbyshire 446 Radio Group,
"Papa Oscar Delta" #POD446Radio
WELCOME TO OUR GROUP
*Friendship Through Radio Communications*
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About #POD446Radio
We are a Group of Friends from all Walks of Life,
and From All over the World,
We are Radio Communications Enthusiasts mainly Citizens Band Radio #CB27 & #PMR446 UHF-CB Radio, POD446Radio was Formed on the 3rd May 2013 just After the Disbandment of the 446 Muppets PMR446 Radio Group in Feb 2013 and Most of our members are ex 446 Muppets Members,
You Can Find Us on:-
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PMR446 & DMR446:-
Analog & Digital Modes
Channel 3
446.031`25Mhz
​​​​DMR446 Chesterfield We Use:
Slot 2 - Colour Code 1
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Talk Groups as Follow`s
TG1 Local**
TG91 World Wide
TG446 PODNet**
**Local & DMR Hotspot
"DMR446 Hotspot is on a Private Free DMR Server And Has a Ident every 15mins"
​​Meshtastic 868Mhz:- *Long-Fast*
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Most Summers We Hold a Field DX Days & Eyeball In The Peak District, Sometimes we have BBQ`s or Have a Group Member Gathering at Local Cafes or Pubs,
PMR446 - DMR Hotspot - DMR446
Community Notice Board - Events, Feeds,
UHF CB 446Mhz
The first steps towards creating UHF CB a licence-free short range radio communications were taken in April 1997 when the European Radio Communications Committee decided on a 446 MHz frequency band to be used for the new radios. In November 1998, ERC Decision (98)25 allocated frequency band 446.0-446.1 MHz for analogue PMR446; another two decisions established licence exemption for PMR446 equipment and free circulation of the PMR446 equipment. The first country which introduced these frequencies for licence-free use was Ireland on 1 April 1998. The United Kingdom introduced PMR446 service in April 1999; since 2003, it has replaced the former short-range business radio (SRBR) service. Although not officially named as Citizens Band radio, users in the United Kingdom have considered it as low power UHF CB radio
In October 2005, ECC Decision (05)02 added unlicensed band 446.1–446.2 MHz for use by digital DMR/dPMR equipment.
In July 2015, ECC Decision (15)05 doubled the number of analogue channels to 16 by extending analogue operation onto the 446.1–446.2 MHz band previously used by digital DMR/dPMR equipment, effective January 2016; from January 2018, the number of digital channels had also be doubled by extending onto the 446.0–446.1 MHz band used by analogue FM. Giving 16 (FM) Channels / 16 (Digital) TDMA or Tier 1 Channels [DMR446] & 32 (Digital) [dPMR446]​​
PMR446 & DMR446 BAND PLAN
*Meshtastic* LoRa Off The Grid Communication`s Node 868Mhz & *Shit Hits The Fan* #SHTF
Meshtastic® is a project that enables you to use inexpensive LoRa radios as a long range off-grid communication platform in areas without existing or reliable communications infrastructure. This project is 100% community driven and open source!
Meshtastic utilizes LoRa, a long-range radio protocol, which is widely accessible in most regions without the need for additional licenses or certifications, unlike HAM radio operations.
These radios are designed to rebroadcast messages they receive, forming a mesh network. This setup ensures that every group member, including those at the furthest distance, can receive messages. Depending on the settings employed, the Meshtastic mesh network can support up to 100 devices concurrently.
Additionally, Meshtastic radios can be paired with a single phone, allowing friends and family to send messages directly to your specific radio. It's important to note that each device is capable of supporting a connection from only one user at a time."
Peaks Of Derbyshire Node - Heltec LoRa ESP32 V3 - 868Mhz Antenna - Stapf 8dbi 868Mhz LoRa Miner, 45Ft AGL (above ground level ) + 394ft ASL (above sea level)
Node id - Short Name:- *CWR* Long Name:- CHESTERFIELD WEST RELAY
Channel Default * LongFast* 868Mhz
Some Nodes To Keep An Eye Out For:-
Short Name:- *POD1* Long Name:- Dale POD01- TDeck-Portable
Short Name:- *POD7* Long Name:- Frank POD07 *Mobile*
Short Name:- *POD3* Long Name :- J4m45 Hub
Range Map of the PODG Base Node, as you can see the node has a great range with Blue Marking a Strong Signal and the red being a Marginal Signal,
What is SHTF?
SHTF stands for ‘Shit Hits the Fan’, or when the worst-case scenario occurs in your environment. SHTF can be a situation like a natural disaster, terrorist attack, an economic collapse, a disease outbreak, or even the apocalypse. During this time, you may be left with limited resources, with basic necessities hard to come by. Thus, being prepared for an SHTF situation with an SHTF gear list is important in ensuring you have the proper supplies necessary when left with limited resources.
When SHTF having a plan of preparation is critical to success, therefore having a plan mapped out can help not only yourself but your whole family. People take Mobile/Cellphone Coverage and the Internet For Granted But In SHTF its Very likely that there will be no POWER :- No Power = No Communications & No Internet, This is where Radios Like PMR446 & Meshtastic Comes Handy: Remember with no power you will need batteries and Solar Panels to charge Gear like radios and Lora Nodes and mobile phones that are connected by BTE to Nodes, Europes SHTF Preppers Use PMR446 Channel 3 as a Open Communications for community`s to keep in contact, Range may be Limited to a Few Miles but this is where Off the Grid Communication Nodes #LoRa or #Meshtastic come in they do not rely on mobile service or the internet and can connect to other nodes miles away even connecting to other towns and city`s
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When All Else Fail`s.... Radio`s Save`s Lives,
3.3.3 Radio Rule In #SHTF
Channel 3 (446.03125Mhz) - For 3 Mins - Every 3 Hours #PMR446
Check The DMR446 Server
