WHY CAN THE POLICE AND FIRE DEPARTMENTS TALK ALL OVER TOWN?

They have their own repeater systems, linked together and located in different places around the city. It is very similar to the service your cell phone company provides you and the way your cell phone works.

Their individual radios cannot talk very far by themselves. It is their repeater systems that allow the radios to have such a long range.

These repeater systems are called Trunking Systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1 Why do police and fire departments have better radio range than my personal two-way radio?

Police and fire departments utilize sophisticated repeater systems. These systems are strategically linked together and placed in various locations across a city, allowing their radios to transmit and receive signals over much greater distances than standard two-way radios.

2 What is a repeater system and how does it extend radio range?

A repeater system is a device that receives a radio signal and re-transmits it at a higher power or from a better vantage point, effectively extending the communication range. For emergency services, these systems are often interconnected and positioned to cover an entire operational area.

3 Can I use a repeater system to improve my two-way radio's range?

Yes, repeater systems are available for commercial and private use to significantly extend the range of two-way radios. Implementing a repeater system involves setting up the necessary equipment and often requires specific licensing and frequency coordination.

4 How do professional radio systems achieve city-wide communication?

Professional radio systems, like those used by police and fire departments, achieve city-wide communication by deploying multiple repeater systems. These repeaters are linked together, creating a network that ensures seamless coverage across large geographical areas, even in challenging urban environments.