Can this pick up cb channels as well?
885296
CB channels are all in 11 Meter band (26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequencies). The VX-6R can recieve in these frequencies, but not transmit. Reception is relatively poor with the factory antenna, but you can remove the factory antenna and connect the unit to a standard CB antenna to enhance reception signal strength and clarity. The radio can also recieve, AM, FM, HF, marine, aircraft and police bands. It will not transmit on those bands. This radio only transmits on portions of the 2 meter, 1.25 meter, and 70 centimeter bands. You must have an amateur radio license (not a CB or FRS/GMRS license) to transmit on this radio. CB channels are all in 11 Meter band (26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequencies). The VX-6R can recieve in these frequencies, but not transmit. Reception is relatively poor with the factory antenna, but you can remove the factory antenna and connect the unit to a standard CB antenna to enhance reception signal strength and clarity. The radio can also recieve, AM, FM, HF, marine, aircraft and police bands. It will not transmit on those bands. This radio only transmits on portions of the 2 meter, 1.25 meter, and 70 centimeter bands. You must have an amateur radio license (not a CB or... » Read More CB channels are all in 11 Meter band (26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequencies). The VX-6R can recieve in these frequencies, but not transmit. Reception is relatively poor with the factory antenna, but you can remove the factory antenna and connect the unit to a standard CB antenna to enhance reception signal strength and clarity. The radio can also recieve, AM, FM, HF, marine, aircraft and police bands. It will not transmit on those bands. This radio only transmits on portions of the 2 meter, 1.25 meter, and 70 centimeter bands. You must have an amateur radio license (not a CB or FRS/GMRS license) to transmit on this radio. « Show Less
885297
Citizens band radio is 11mhz. This sucker is 2M (144.000 MHz to 148.000 MHz), 220 & 440 MHz. A CB is like 20 bucks, if you want CB, get one.
885298
Yes if you do the mod that is easily found on the net. I did it and from experience I would not repeat the process. I permits marginal CB reception but of course you can't transmit. You won't pick up any of the long range skip like you could with a dedicated CB such as the Galaxy 979 which has upper and lower sideband. Frankly the IQ level of CB transmissions is rarely higher than the channel number you happen to be on. Get your ham technician license I finally took my exam last week and that's the way to go, you'll be glad you did.
885299
Jup. Works like a charm. All you have to do is to program the channels according to the band plan. You can pick up Airband as well. You need to do the mod though. I need CB, HAM and Airband for Hang Gliding. It's great to have all in one so that you don't have mess with 3 different radios while flying.
885300
Yes you can put a CB antenna on it or any antenna for the frequencies on it . Many hams use bigger antennas . Just make sure the antennas are tuned for the frequencies you transmit on . You can even connect an amp to up the power output . Look on amazon you can get extra battery for a cheep price .
885301
CB channels are all in 11 Meter band (26.965 to 27.405 MHz frequencies). The VX-6R can recieve in these frequencies, but not transmit. Reception is relatively poor with the factory antenna, but you can remove the factory antenna and connect the unit to a standard CB antenna to enhance reception signal strength and clarity. The radio can also recieve, AM, FM, HF, marine, aircraft and police bands. It will not transmit on those bands. This radio only transmits on portions of the 2 meter, 1.25 meter, and 70 centimeter bands. You must have an amateur radio license (not a CB or FRS/GMRS license) to transmit on this radio.
2272984
Yes it can. It tells you what channel to tune to. However it's not great reception. Usually staticky.
606160
Only tried to use the short antenna you see in the picture and the external antenna provided with the radio. It would not pick up anything with either of the antennas provided with the radio. Hope this helps!
1598320
No this will not take the place of the digital box. Only bring in channels clear that it can pick up, mostly local channel.
1905177
Last answer is wrong your CB needs an antenna to operate. Do not hook it up to power and push the mic button without an antenna!!!!! You will damage the CB. Your antenna will also need to be tuned to your vehicle. Google how to do it. If you just want to play around try a magnetic mount antenna they are generally tuned out of the box. Good luck!
955717
PROBABLY NOT as the FREQUENCY range (144 mhz / 440 mhz) this antenna is designed for is quite different from "CB" (27 mhz). Get you a SWR meter designed for the 2 meter and 70 cm HAM bands. They are readily available and quite inexpensive.
2036666
If your TV has a digital tuner, it should already work with your antenna, but if it's an old TV, then this will allow you to pick up digital (high-definition) TV over the air with an antenna.
128628
No! It will only pick up channels from a FTA satellite dish with a Ku or C BAND LNBF.
1322192
Haven't tried but I should be. It has 3 channels on the transmitter and the reliever so I would expect that two receivers tunes to the same channel would pick up te same receiver but I don't know for sure
1558070
Can be used to pick up any signal the TV is capable of receiving. Only digital TV signals are broadcast now.
1586856
Probably, if your CB has a 'bnc' connector on the back, rather that a 'uhf' connector. In that case, it might require an adapter.
1499905
No. It picks up only local channels in your area. Has a "search" that will auto select any / all in your area. But no, no proper cable channels.
626418
Yes, On my antenna I can receive digital channels. I not sure how far my antenna is from main antenna but I believe is about the same. It does help to rotate the antenna to get the best signal.
282400
Yes, all you need is a rabbit ear antenna, or an old-style UHF antenna, or something more modern (coax cable input). It really pulls in the stations, but the placement of the antenna may need adjustment for some stations.
1295194
While CB with a decent antenna can cover that area and you can legally use it for your business, it will not be dependable under legal wattage. CBs are line-of-site only, this is why they are great for truckers. I am a licensed radio operator so I know what I am talking about. I recommend licensing a frequency with the FCC and getting business-band radios. Or you could simply just use cell phones.
1888459
This antenna is not designed to pick up low V signals such as channel 4. However, in relatively strong signal areas it might pick it up anyway. You would probably have to try it first to see if it works.
801695
Yes, but I find that you must be sure that the receiver is set to: CBL/SAT, if that is the HDMI port you are running your cable box. I use the receiver for internet radio and must remember to make the change before I turn off the amp or I will need to turn on the amp and make the change if I want to watch TV with the TV speakers. Hope this helps!