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Discover how VP8000 portable and VM8000 mobile radios add NXDN trunking and WiFi ESChat PTT for broader coverage and interoperability.

Verizon outage Jan 15, 2026: why radios matter

Lessons from the Palisades Fire highlight radio coverage gaps, emergency communication challenges, training needs, and resilient system planning.

Discover the world of amateur (ham) radio! Join our free Technician License class in Paramount, CA to explore radio communication and connect globally.

A clear guide for IT admins navigating two way radio options.

Discover the key differences between cell phones and two-way radios for team communication, covering features, benefits, and ideal use cases.

Multiple wildfires, including the Eaton, Palisades, Hurst, Lidia, and Sunset fires, have impacted Mount Wilson, Saddle Peak, and surrounding areas.

Explore a practical view of AI, from website chatbots to creativity, education, regulation, and the risks of relying too heavily on machines.

Recent geomagnetic storms sparked widespread fears of power and internet outages, but most modern systems—including ours—remained unaffected.

The nationwide AT&T phone outage that occurred early this morning, its potential causes, and the importance of alternative communication methods.

In 2023, a school’s radio frequency was maliciously hijacked highlighting the urgent need for better communication security measures.

Discover the truth behind marketing claims of walkie-talkies and learn more about the specifications that matter, like range, duty cycle, bandwidth, and output power.

Dive into this fascinating exploration of problem-solving methodologies utilized on social media in response to a posed analog television problem.

Explore the growing issue of RF pollution, and its impact on wireless technologies due to excess radio frequency signals interfering with transmissions.

tracking and elminating radio interference.

Learn how fake online stores scrape business content, list articles as products, and scam shoppers—and get practical tips to verify vendors before you buy.

If you’re planning a mountain hike, follow these essential safety tips to stay prepared, avoid dehydration, and prevent getting lost on the trail.

No other name is more synonymous with high fidelity audio electronics than Kenwood.  JVC is well known as in the video camera business and also in audio electronics.  By the merger of the two companies into JVCKenwood, they have created a powerhouse in the electronics industry that overshadows the size of their major competitor in… Read more: The History of JVCKenwood

Explore whether cell phone RF emissions may affect brain health, what studies and FCC safety limits say, and practical tips to reduce exposure.

Compare two-way radios vs. cell phones for business communication, coverage, reliability, safety, and group efficiency in demanding work environments.

Explore Motorola’s two-way radio history, major innovations, market dominance, and the controversial sales tactics behind its lasting industry power.

Mark Abrams discussed the expansion of our digital network in a recent interview on KPVM, highlighting the progress we have made in bringing reliable connectivity to desert communities and remote areas. He emphasized that our network now provides extensive coverage across the California and Nevada deserts, supporting residents, businesses, travelers, and essential services in regions… Read more: Mark Abrams on KPVM News in Pahrump Nevada

MRA completes its Kenwood Gen II NEXEDGE radio system upgrade, expanding coverage, capacity, reliability, and advanced features for customers.

From the vantage point at the Heaps Peak radio site, visitors are treated to a sweeping panorama of the San Bernardino Mountains. The site itself sits atop Heaps Peak, a prominent summit in the region, making it an ideal spot for radio transmitters as well as for those seeking breathtaking views. On clear days, you… Read more: Heaps Peak Drone Video

Explore Heaps Peak in the San Bernardino Mountains, a scenic spot near Lake Arrowhead known for forest views, outdoor adventures, and alpine charm.

Learn how adjacent channel interference affects AM, VHF, UHF, TV, and Wi-Fi signals, and how frequency spacing helps reduce radio disruptions.

A discussion of radio communications equipment for personal and family use

Compare VHF, UHF, 800MHz and 900MHz radio bands to choose the best system for coverage, terrain, licensing, costs and reliability.

Learn why exclusive radio channels are essential for trunked radio systems, reducing interference and improving legal compliance and performance.

Learn how overlapping radio coverage causes co-channel interference and how exclusive UHF frequencies help deliver clearer LMR communications.

Explore GPS data network design, from cellular and conventional radio to digital systems, with key pros, limits, and tracking options.

Explore the evolution of radio signaling methods, from burst tones and CTCSS to advanced digital paging and remote control standards.

Antenna site interference is a problem that has plagued the Land Mobile Radio communications business since the inception of two-way radio.  There are techniques for operating a clean antenna site so that each radio operates with little to no interference from each other at the site.  When properly implemented, these techniques can also reduce or eliminate interference from other radio sites.

Explore the evolution of land mobile radio systems, from simplex and repeaters to CTCSS, simulcast, scanning, and interference solutions.

Learn how LTR trunked radio systems work, from channel pooling and reduced blocking to repeater architecture, history, coverage, and features.

NEXEDGE Digital was developed by Kenwood in 2008 and is based on NXDN technology, which was jointly created by Kenwood and ICOM. The two companies collaborated to develop NXDN as an open digital standard, making it available to any radio manufacturer that wishes to produce equipment based on the standard. As a result, all conventional… Read more: The NEXEDGE Digital Advantage

Radio Coverage We have more coverage of the race course than anyone else.  We cover 98% of the race course, far more than anyone else.  Our coverage is better than anyone else because our system allows you to talk from anywhere to anywhere within our radio coverage.  Other radio systems only allow you to talk… Read more: Why You Should Use MRA for Baker to Vegas Race

Learn how shared and exclusive radio frequencies affect interference, FCC compliance, spectrum costs, and reliable two-way radio communications.

Performance is not always about wattage or the size of the equipment being used. In many cases, real performance comes from understanding how the equipment is operated, maintained, adjusted, and sometimes misused. A radio with modest power can often perform better than a more powerful one if it is set up correctly, connected properly, and… Read more: Tips for Getting Better Performance from Your Radio

Discover the intricacies of radio wave propagation and the numerous factors affecting the range of radio systems, from signal frequency and transmitting power to atmospheric conditions and physical obstructions.

Learn essential two-way radio battery care tips to extend battery life, choose the right charger, and reduce replacement costs.