Temporary radio installations

Sometimes it isn’t practical to do a full mobile installation for a two-way radio. But trying to take a shortcut can cause real problems.

Build a powerful antenna for a home radio

I have a normal home radio. There are a lot of good radio stations around my area, but I can not hear them clearly.
Can somebody tell how to build a more powerful antenna for my radio? I already tried to use wires and metal objects but none of them worked for me.

Are cell phones dangerous to children?

I’ve heard cell phones are bad for babies or infants. Why is this, and what about devices such as radio or tv top antenna?
Should I keep them away from my baby? And, if these things are indeed dangerous, then what would be a safe distance?

What do I need to operate a CB radio in my house?

I want to buy a CB radio for inside my house. What equipment do I need?
Do I need an external antenna, or is there a CB I can buy that has an antenna built in to the radio set already?

Long range, handheld radio question

How do I set-up a long range, portable (handheld) VHF radio system?
I have several questions on how am I going to set-up a portable vhf radio system. I am really not that into amateur radio.
1. I’m planning to buy a 2.5w Kenwood TK-1118 portable VHF radio
- what is the coverage of this radio if id [...]

Is MDC signalling allowable on MURS Radios?

I have read over many times GMRS, HAM, FRS, and MURS documents. I know MDC Signalling which is used on Motorola Products is prohibited from use on FRS and GMRS. I havent found anything on the Multi Use Radio Service (MURS) though saying you cannot use MDC 1200 (- or +) signalling on MURS un [...]

Connecting Up a CB Radio

My mom said she is going to buy me a CB radio for my birthday.
I have never used a two-way radio before, so I want to know… Will I need to have an antenna for the radio, and how do I connect the thing? Can I power it from the household electric supply?