Videos tagged with Radio Etiquette

This video provides a comprehensive guide to proper radio etiquette, essential for effective communication in various scenarios, from tactical operations to everyday preparedness. It covers fundamental principles like clarity and brevity, practical techniques for using push-to-talk devices and microphones, and a detailed breakdown of common radio lingo. The instruction emphasizes minimizing transmission time to avoid detection and ensuring clear, concise communication for operational effectiveness.

This video provides essential guidance on radio usage for airsoft events, emphasizing safety and proper communication protocols. It covers the selection of FRS/GMRS radios like BaoFeng, Motorola, and Cobra, detailing their basic functions and limitations. Key advice includes disabling VOX, using radios for emergencies, and maintaining clear, concise communication to avoid channel congestion. The importance of radios for player safety, especially in large, complex terrains, is highlighted.

This video emphasizes foundational skills for prepared citizens, prioritizing functional fitness, firearms marksmanship, and mindset over industry trends. It outlines essential individual responsibilities including small unit tactics, basic survival, and medical skills, stressing that specialized training should only follow mastery of these core competencies. The speaker, Eric, advocates for a humble, service-oriented approach to training and community involvement, drawing parallels to historical Minutemen.

This video offers a practical solution for radio users to prevent accidental transmissions, commonly known as 'hot mic' incidents. While the title and description focus on radio systems, the context of firearms frequently involves communication devices for training, competition, or tactical operations. Therefore, a solution that ensures clear and controlled communication is relevant to firearms enthusiasts who use radios.

This video from Brass Facts provides an expert-level overview of advanced radio communications for prepared citizens, moving beyond basic use to tactical implementation. It covers identifying threats (OPFOR), understanding civilian SIGINT realities, and detailed strategies for close-range, medium-range, and infield-to-base communications. The instruction emphasizes the importance of encryption, comparing digital vs. analog signals, and leveraging repeaters for extended range, all delivered with a pragmatic and informative tone.

This entry details the function of the emergency 'panic button' on Motorola Public Safety Radios, as explained by Johnny Q. Pressing the button sends an immediate audible alert to dispatch and other units, prompting dispatch to clear the air for priority communication. Accidental activations require immediate notification to dispatch. The video also shows tactical gear, including a plate carrier with magazines and a body-worn camera.