APRS Transmitter from BigRedBee

A friend recommended I post this information regarding my APRS transmitter.

http://www.bigredbee.com/blgps_2mhp.htm

2 meter 6 watt APRS transmitter compatible with nationwide APRS network.
User selectable frequency throughout the 2 meter band.
Custom frequencies available.
Integrated SiRF III or Trimble Lassen IQ GPS module.
7.2V battery operation or integrated regulator for 12V operation.
On-board memory stores flight profile for later download to Google Earth.
Amateur Radio license required.

Regards,

-- Greg

Wow - really cool! This looks like a great all-in-one APRS unit.

BigRedBee said:

compatible with nationwide APRS network.

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Shouldn't that be "worldwide"

Oh, um, yes, that's one of the major features! Thanks for the correction.

Negative on "Worldwide"

MattSR said:

Shouldn't that be "worldwide"

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I am currently researching this subject and what I found out so far is that 144 MHz is defined in some countries as air communicating band which requires special permission/licenses from appropriate Communication Commissions.

Nice device Greg!

Most countries grant licensed Amateur Radio operators the privilege of transmitting on the 2 meter band. US and Canada have standardized on 144.390 Mhz for APRS, many parts of Europe use 144.800. I believe Australia is 145.175.

I'm sure there are some exceptions, but 2 meters is a very common band worldwide. There are certainly large areas without existing APRS infrastructure in place, but regulations aren't prohibiting development.

-- Greg K7RKT