as being available in an ASCII
version for immediate download in a ZIP-compressed format. PRSG's
most recent publications (such as those pertaining to the
Multi-Use Radio Service are available
only in an electronic form on our Web site.
Some items below are marked as being available in an ASCII
version for immediate download in a ZIP-compressed format. PRSG's
most recent publications (such as those pertaining to the
Multi-Use Radio Service are available
only in an electronic form on our Web site.
Directories
GMRS Rules and Interpretations
General GMRS Licensing Publications
General PRSG Publications
Other FCC Publications
The New "Family Radio Service" Rules
PRSG "Basic Information Series" Publications
PRSG Newsletter and Other Subscription Services
To Order Literature or Subscription Services
A.10 $ 25.00 GMRS National Repeater Guide. 277 pages. Descriptions of
all GMRS repeaters nationwide. Derived from the FCC
licensing database, supplemented by field monitoring
reports from GMRS licensees. Organized by area and
channel, cross-referenced by on-the-air calling names.
GMRS Rules and Interpretations
C.A.9 $ 3.00 The FCC Rules Governing the General Mobile Radio Service,
Part 95, Subparts A and E. 26 pages. This is the PRSG
reprint of those portions of the FCC Rules that pertain
to the GMRS. You can also download a ZIP-compressed
ASCII version of this file (PART95AE.ZIP):
General GMRS Licensing Publications
[NOTE: The FCC has implemented the "Universal Licensing System" (ULS), and now permits filing applications for GMRS licenses on-line. The FCC now collects only a minimal amount of information, and none about the specifics of the operating station (frequency, location, antenna height, etc.) For more information about the licensing process, click here to go to the PRSG's Web page on licensing.
J.1.m $ 2.00 History and Purpose of the Personal Radio Steering Group, March 1995, 2 pages. Single copy free for a 32-cent SASE. This document can also be viewed as a separate Web page.
J.4.z $ 2.00 Reprint of unabridged PRSG archival publications list. Single copy free to PRE subscribers for a $0.99 SASE. This summarizes all PRSG publications and reprints in the past 18 years. This very lengthy document can also be viewed as a separate Web page. You can also download a ZIP-compressed ASCII version of this file (BIBSUM.ZIP):
F.2 $ 2.50 FCC Public Notice to Business Users of the GMRS, Public
Notice 85381, June 1977, 1 page. This Notice advises
business users that they must share the channel with
personal users.
The New "Family Radio Service" Rules
[NOTE: Docket 95-102 created a new, unlicensed radio service with some
channels overlayed on top of GMRS interstitial frequencies. Operations
on some FRS channels now cause interference to many GMRS repeaters.]
E.36.h $2.00 The "Family" Radio Service and the Politics of
Misinformation. August 1995, 2 pages. This publication
discusses the politics and "hidden agendas" behind the FRS
NPRM. Originally distributed with the August/September
1995 PRE.
E.36.k $6.00 FCC Adopts Rules for the "Family Radio Service." June
1996, 12 pages. Contains the FCC Report and Order that
established the new FRS rules. Originally distributed
with the May/June 1996 PRE. You can also download
a ZIP-compressed ASCII version of this file (FRS-RO.ZIP):
E.36.x $2.00 Reconsideration of the FCC's "Family Radio Service" Rules,
September 1996, 4 pages. A summary of the PRSG petition
for reconsideration, the oppositions by Motorola and
Tandy, and Tandy's subsequent efforts to censor the PRSG
comments.
PRSG "Basic Information Series" Publications
L.2.a $ 3.00 Choosing Sources for GMRS Equipment; Observations and Background, June 1988, 8 pages. Where do you go to find GMRS equipment for sale, and what precautions should you follow.
L.3.a $ 6.00 How to Choose a Hand-Held GMRS Radio, June 1988, 16 pages. The information in this one publication alone could save you a hundred dollars or more on your next GMRS radio purchase!
L.4.a $ 2.00 An Introduction to Radio Direction Finding (RDF), April 1990, 4 pages. Originally distributed with the March/ April 1990 PRE. An entry-level discussion of "DF'ing," and a design for a simple loop antenna. Now you can find those interference sources.
L.5.a $ 2.00 How to Use Your Radios Effectively; The Role of the Communicator in Modern Society, December 1990, 4 pages. Originally distributed with the December 1990/January 1991 PRE. What every GMRS-equipped traveller should know.
L.6.a $ 2.00 Personal Radio in the 1980s; A Summary of Important Events and Publications (Part I), January 1991, 4 pages. Originally distributed with the December 1990/January 1991 PRE. The GMRS has been through a convoluted evolution. Here's how we got where we are now.
L.6.b $ 2.00 Personal Radio in the 1980s; A Summary of Important Events and Publications (Part II), March 1991, 4 pages. Originally distributed with the March/April 1991 PRE. Some interesting statistical tidbits.
L.7.a $ 2.00 The Use of Subaudible Tone for Calling and Remote Control, January 1993, 4 pages. Part I: Defining CTCSS, the history of CTCSS, other CTCSS hardware considerations, CTCSS applications in the GMRS, debunking the myths of privacy and security. Originally distributed with the January 1993 PRE.
L.7.b $ 2.50 The Use of Subaudible Tone for Calling and Remote Control, July 1993, 2 pages. Part II: Discovering the CTCSS Codes in Use. Originally distributed with the July 1993 PRE.
L.7.c $ 2.00 The Use of Subaudible Tone for Calling and Remote Control, April 1994, 4 pages. Part III: The two basic functions of CTCSS tone signaling, the problem of extensive CTCSS use, possible intermediate and long-term solutions for CTCSS abuse, other possible responses to local CTCSS abuse, a more assertive tactic. Originally distributed with the March/April 1994 PRE.
L.8.a $ 2.00 GMRS Basics. Part One: Defining the Nature of Mobile Communications, October 1993, 4 pages. Originally distributed with the September/October 1993 PRE.
L.9.a $ 2.00 Improving Your GMRS System Performance. Part One: Optimizing Your Operating Procedures. Part Two: Improving Handheld Radio Performance by the Use of Alternative Antennas. October 1993, 4 pages. Originally distributed with the September/October 1993 PRE.
PRSG Newsletter and Other Subscription Services
K.1.e $ 10.00 Electronic PRE, delivery by E-mail, plus eligibility
to purchase other PRSG publications at reduced cost (in
some cases, merely for a stamped, self-addressed envelope).
PRSG intends to convert all possible newsletter subscrip-
tions over to this electronic format in 2001, but to
retain the option of subscribing to the printed version
(see next).
K.1.c $ 40.00 Annual Subscription to the Personal Radio Exchange,
printed version, with US domestic first-class or
Canadian delivery. 12-month (six issue) subscription.
Multi-year discount: Deduct $5 per year after the first
year. (i.e., $75 for 2 years, $110 for 3 years, etc.)
K.1.d $ 60.00 PRE, foreign delivery (other than Canada), 12-month
(six issue) subscription.
The PRSG also offers custom notification services of FCC bulletins and
publications. Please write or call for more details and pricing.
To Order Literature or Subscription Services
Send your literature or subscription request identifying
the catalog number or item title, along
with payment (personal or business check, or money order; Sorry - no plastic!)
and your mailing and E-mail address to:
Personal Radio Steering Group
PO Box 2851
Ann Arbor, MI 48106
Michigan residents, please add 6% sales tax.