Frequencies
We use multiple bands including 2 meter, 70 centimeter, and HF as needed to communicate inside and outside of Oakland County. Modes used on these frequencies include Analog FM, DMR, SSB, CW, and HF digital modes depending on the needs of the event.
The following tables list the primary 2 meter and 70 centimeter frequencies in common use for our organization.
2 Meter Frequencies
| Location | Name | Frequency | Input | Mode | Access | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac | W8OAK | 146.9000 | 146.3000 | FM | 100 Hz CTCSS | Primary Frequency |
| Clarkston | 146.8400 | 146.2400 | FM | 100 Hz CTCSS | Backup Frequency | |
| Oak Park | W8HP | 146.6400 | 146.0400 | FM | 100 Hz CTCSS | Backup Frequency |
| Simplex | 146.4600 | FM | TX: 100Hz RX: CSQ | Analog Local Simplex | ||
| Simplex | 146.4900 | FM | TX: 100Hz RX: CSQ | Analog Local Simplex | ||
| Simplex | 147.5100 | FM | TX: 100Hz RX: CSQ | Analog Local Simplex | ||
| Simplex | 147.5300 | FM | TX: 100Hz RX: CSQ | Analog Local Simplex |
70 Centimeter Frequencies
| Location | Name | Frequency | Input | Mode | Access | Usage |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontiac | 63ARPSC1 | 444.4625 | 449.4625 | DMR | CC:1 SL:1 TG:8901 | DMR Primary |
| Pontiac | 63ARPSC2 | 444.4625 | 449.4625 | DMR | CC:1 SL:2 TG:8902 | DMR Secondary |
| Simplex | 63SMPXD1 | 445.5125 | DMR | CC:2 SL:1 TG:8911 | DMR Local Simplex | |
| Simplex | 63SMPXD2 | 446.6375 | DMR | CC:2 SL:1 TG:8912 | DMR Local Simplex | |
| Simplex | 63SMPXA1 | 446.6000 | FM | TX: 100Hz RX: CSQ | Analog Local Simplex | |
| Simplex | 63SMPXA2 | 446.0250 | FM | TX: 100Hz RX: CSQ | Analog Local Simplex |
Note: The W8OAK DMR repeater is not linked to any other repeaters or networks. Only 63ARPSC1 and 63ARPSC2 talkgroups listed above are authorized for normal use.