quote:

Originally posted by nhracecraft:
Passed my Technician License Exam today...35/35!

Congratulations!

A question regarding repeaters: I understand the basics regarding how they work, but one thing I'm curious about... do they share the same antenna, or do they require separate antennas? If they require separate, isn't there an issue regarding spacing them far enough apart so that they do not interfere with each other?

Thanks in advance!

Most repeaters do use a single antenna with the repeater being connected to a duplexer and then the antenna.

Gotcha. Thanks!

Based on the information I've read here on numerous occasions,
I looked in to this subject with some research of my own.

My conclusion is that for some , this hobby could turn into a money pit like quilting , Bass fishing or golf.


On the other hand, there are some very valid reasons to learn about and invest in a few specific radios " just in case"

Congratulations and welcome to the family... Now while in the study mode go for the "General Exam".. Easier than you may think... A lot of rehashing basic information..... Myself need to pick up the "Extra" as the test pool questions change with new questions coming out 1 july 2024.. 50 questions out of possible pool of 622..Some questions ask for the same information in a slightly different format, so there aren"t 622 unique questions. ..You must answer 37 out of the 50 to pass.. Minimum passing score is 74%.. so that equals to 6% of the pool.. good luck in climbing the ladder to gain more privilidges and available frequencies for your use............................ drill sgt. ... KL7JIU..