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Utah State University river scientist Jack Schmidt will lead a federal agency focused on providing science to guide management of an iconic river in an iconic region that?s been a pivotal part of his research for nearly 30 years.
Two students from the University of Utah (the U) will travel to India and Bangladesh to begin distinct?but culturally related?projects this fall, funded by awards from the prestigious Fulbright Scholar Program.
DSC Sears Art Museum Gallery and DOCUTAH Present Tom Judd "Lost Highway" Fall Exhibit
Tue, 02 Aug 2011
The Sears Art Museum Gallery at the Dixie State College of Utah Dolores Dore' Eccles Fine Arts Center, in conjunction with the 2nd-Annual DOCUTAH International Documentary Film Festival, combine to present a new fall exhibit featuring the works of renowned contemporary artist Tom Judd. The exhibit, which is free to the public, will officially open on Monday, August 22, and will run Monday-through-Friday through October 12, from 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
SUU Renews Partnership with Bryce Canyon National Park
Mon, 01 Aug 2011
The first of its kind between the National Park Service and a university, the Alliance for Education is an agreement to assist one another in a variety of programs that benefit of students, the park and local communities.
Woodbury Art Museum Offers Multiple Programs For Kids This Summer
Tue, 26 Jul 2011
This summer the Woodbury Art Museum is launching its new Children?s Activities that provide fun and interactive ways to engage children with the art exhibited at the museum.�
USU Still Flying High
Thu, 21 Jul 2011
The retiring of the space shuttle, with its strong ties to Utah State University's College of Engineering, is a university legacy its students continue to honor, most recently when they took home the gold out of a field of 24 schools participating in the ninth annual Student Unmanned Air Systems Competition at Lexington Park, Md.
Ogden-Weber Tech College is looking for students who want to earn money while improving their education.
Tue, 19 Jul 2011
The program in Ogden will help 73 low-income people between the ages of 16 and 24. Each session lasts about ten months and can accept up to 36 students. The program continues to follow the participants for another year after they graduate to provide support and assistance for student success.
New programs, degrees and other efforts approved throughout the state at Regents' meeting last week
Tue, 19 Jul 2011
A variety of things were recently approved approved by the Utah Board of Regents, including a mortuary science degree program at Salt Lake Community College.
Commissioner of Higher Education Unveils New Efficiency Report
Mon, 18 Jul 2011
Local history suggests that Utah has always been a hard-working, efficient state. And a new report released today by the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education indicates that ?industry? exists in higher education as the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) has been identified as one of the most efficient systems in the nation in generating degrees for the dollars spent.
U.S. Department of Agriculture?s Conservation Service recently announced the availability of $2.3 million in additional funding through the Grassland Reserve Program to conserve important sage-grouse habitats in Utah.
State Charter Board reviews performance framework
Mon, 18 Jul 2011
An advisory committee has been meeting regularly to make recommendations on how this performance framework should be structured. The State Charter Board received an update on several recommendations for performance standards and guidelines and will receive the final recommendation in August.
UVU Forges Official Ties With China's Qinghai Normal University
Mon, 18 Jul 2011
During an official signing ceremony on July 13 at the state capitol with Utah Gov. Gary Herbert, Utah Valley University formalized cooperative academic ties with Qinghai Normal University in western China. This formalization of relations will also facilitate collaboration on student digital media technology projects ? including one currently underway by UVU students.
University of Utah Presidential Search Website Launches
Tue, 12 Jul 2011
The Utah State Board of Regents and the University of Utah have launched a presidential search Website to keep the public informed during the process of selecting the U of U?s next president. Visitors can log onto presidentialsearch.utah.edu to provide nominations, commentary and input into the search process, as well as receive up-to-date information on timeline, updates and constituent meetings.
Closing the achievement gap
Mon, 11 Jul 2011
The achievement gap comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. There is the Caucasian v. African American achievement gap, the Caucasian v. Hispanic achievement gap, the poverty achievement gap, the male v. female achievement gap, etc.
USU Groups Win Grants for Commercialization and Innovation Programs
Mon, 11 Jul 2011
Three Utah State University projects competed for and were awarded $120,000 in grant money from the state of Utah during the most recent Technology Commercialization and Innovation Program solicitation period. Twenty-two grants were awarded statewide.
USU Extension Rural Tax Education Program Wins Award
Mon, 11 Jul 2011
A rural tax education program hosted by Utah State University Extension was selected to receive the 2011 Western Agricultural Economics Association Outstanding Extension Program Award.
UVU Students Win 12 Medals At SKILLSUSA National Championships
Mon, 11 Jul 2011
When it comes to hands-on skills, Utah Valley University students use their classroom instruction and experience to excel in real-world situations. UVU students won medals in 12 different competitions and placed second overall among competing colleges and universities at the 47th annual SkillsUSA Championships June 20-24 in Kansas City, Mo.
USU School of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education Approved
Thu, 07 Jul 2011
The Utah State Board of Regents approved an administrative restructuring that creates the School of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education within the College of Agriculture at Utah State University.
U Hosts National Conference to Confront Bullying in Schools
Thu, 07 Jul 2011
Bullying is no longer considered a rite of passage, or simply a matter of child's play. Every day, it seems the headlines highlight another tragic ending to the story of a victim of bullies. Whether that bullying took place virtually on a Web site or at school, educators are forced to deal with the effects on a daily basis.
Brine Fly Research Sends Student to International Conference
Wed, 06 Jul 2011
New findings about the DNA of Great Salt Lake brine flies are taking a Weber State University student to one of the most important molecular genetics research conferences in the world.
Utah Rural Schools Conference
Tue, 05 Jul 2011
The annual URSA summer conference will be held at Southern Utah University in Cedar City on July 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th , 2011. This years theme is Empower Students - Common Core and More.
Colorado and Utah Officially Join the PAC-12 Conference
Tue, 05 Jul 2011
?Our Conference was built on a pioneering spirit and through innovation that has contributed to some of the most valuable advancements in this country and the world,"�Pac-12 Commissioner Larry Scott said.
USU Historian Lawrence Culver captures 2011 Spur Award
Tue, 05 Jul 2011
Culver studies the cultural, environmental and recreational history of the American West. He spent the 2010-11 academic year on sabbatical researching his next book as a fellow at the Rachel Carson Center for Environmental Studies at The University of Munich and at the Huntington Library in San Marino, Calif.
Freedom Fire Spectacular to Illuminate Cache Valley
Thu, 30 Jun 2011
Freedom Fire, Logan City's annual celebration and firework display, opens with a bang, presenting Cache Valley's largest Independence Day show at Utah State University's Romney Stadium July 1.
What do you want to learn this summer?
Tue, 28 Jun 2011
Check out UVU's summer catalog for lots of exciting classes.
Free Job Fair and Open House
Tue, 28 Jun 2011
This Manufacturing Job Fair & Open House is a unique opportunity to speak to employers who are actually hiring as well as find out how to become industry certified through DATC.
Over the past century the life expectancy of Americans has continued to climb. However, recent projections by Utah State University sociologist Eric Reither, who specializes in the study of the consequences of the nation?s obesity epidemic, suggest this trend may be a thing of the past for some subsets of the population.
2011 Utah Rural Schools Conference - July 13 - 15, 2011
Tue, 28 Jun 2011
The annual URSA summer conference will be held at Southern Utah University in Cedar City on July 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th , 2011. This years theme is Empower Students - Common Core and More.
Superintendent Randy Merrill proposed that Provo School District develop a plan that would drive education efforts in the District for the next decade. In his words, "...not only must the plan be inspirational and motivational, but it must also have substance." The intent is to create a plan that will deliver superior performance, have a distinctive impact and will achieve lasting endurance.
State Declares Utah Pac-12 Day
Mon, 27 Jun 2011
Join fellow fans as the state of Utah declares July 1, 2011, as ?Utah PAC-12 Day,? with a celebration on the south lawn of the State Capitol in Salt Lake City.
Dixie State College Receives $300K in Grants from NASA for ISS and TIMED Space Research
Wed, 22 Jun 2011
Dixie State College of Utah has announced it has received $300,000 in grant funding from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) to support students and staff to carry out upper atmospheric research using instruments on the International Space Station (ISS) and NASA's TIMED (Thermosphere Ionosphere-Mesosphere Energy and Dynamics) satellite mission.
University of Utah a-Buzz Over Debate Camp
Tue, 21 Jun 2011
The institute will be held from July 1-16 on the university?s campus in the foothills just east of Salt Lake City, Utah. Parents can register their teens for this program by completing the form found under ?registration? at www.bfi.utah.edu, or by calling 801-587-1005. Utah resident students receive a 20 percent discount.
UVU: CERN laboratory in Geneva, Switzerland
Tue, 21 Jun 2011
Utah Valley University physics professor Steve Wasserbaech will join some of the world's top minds during a yearlong appointment at the world-renowned CERN laboratory in Geneva, Switzerland.
Japan's Earthquake and Tsunami Recovery Efforts Aided by USU's USTAR Space Weather Center
Tue, 21 Jun 2011
The USTAR Space Weather Center at Utah State University assisted the Japanese disaster relief efforts by providing data maps outlining the best frequencies for radio communication within the islands of Japan.
UVU's Summer Enrollment Climbs Again
Tue, 21 Jun 2011
Enrollment at Utah Valley University for summer term 2011 is up nearly 6 percent over last year. On the 15th day of classes, there were 11,973 students enrolled in summer term at UVU. At that same mark a year ago, there were 11,336 students attending classes at UVU. The increase of 637 students is a 5.6 percent jump.
Science in the Parks Program Returns for Fifth Summer
Mon, 20 Jun 2011
The program will begin in June and continue midway through July with themed activities being held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. each day. The tour will start at Lorin Farr Park (June 13-17), then move on to Liberty Park (June 20-24), Monroe Park (June 27-July 1), Jaycee Park (July 5-8), West Ogden Park (July 11-15) and finish at the Marshall White Park (July 18-22),
SLCC is No. 4 among community colleges in awarding associate's
Thu, 16 Jun 2011
alt Lake Community College remains the nation?s fourth most productive two-year college in terms of the number of associate?s degrees awarded, according to an analysis published Monday in Community College Week.
New Health Building Opens on Ogden-Weber Campus
Wed, 15 Jun 2011
Ogden-Weber Applied Technology College this week opened its new building, the Samuel H. and Marian K. Barker Family Health Technologies Building, for classes. It?s the college?s first new building in 15 years. It is the new home to the 600 students studying for health-related certificates in career areas including dental assisting, medical or nursing assisting, pharmacy assisting, phlebotomy technician, dental or medical office administrator, medical coder or licensed practical nursing.
Ogden-Weber Tech College Celebrates 40 Years of Serving Weber County
Wed, 15 Jun 2011
Thursday, June 16, 2011 from 4 ? 7 p.m. in conjunction with the open house for the new Samuel H. and Marian K. Barker Family Health Technology Building. Several events will precede the community event which will include a donor dinner, staff and alumni celebrations and a ribbon cutting ceremony.
New Study Says Social Marketing is Best Option for Helping Consumers Navigate New Health Care System
Tue, 14 Jun 2011
New research out of the University of Utah (the U) David Eccles School of Business shows social marketing tools are crucial to the success of health care providers in their efforts to help consumers navigate the new Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA.)
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This sand strider by Djokson is one lean and mean fighting machine. The simulated rib cage and the dark-red accented head are very unique features, not to mention the green orb and that big pokey stick.
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Mmm… Delicious!
"very unique features"
Unique is an absolute quality. Something can't be more one-of-a-kind than something else, so things can't be "very unique". Check out the discussion here under 'Modifying Absolutes'.
If you mean "very unusual", say "very unusual/uncommon/remarkable/weird/atypical".
@JW: How very pedantic! We certainly appreciate substantive discussion of the models we feature, but nit-picking verbiage seems like a waste of your and our time. I'm a professional writer myself, but this is a blog about LEGO, not a Master's thesis in semiology.
(EDIT: Comment moderation fail — replied without actually moderating JW's comment. Side note: Pedantic comments like that as one's first comment aren't the best way to gain a blogger's agreement with one's perspective.)
Did someone bring up a language point? Because while we're at it, "big pokey stick" is a tad too technical for a blog aimed at non-professionals. ;) Love both the model and the description here.
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Use the online court system for the following services:
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For a full list of online court clerk services, please visit here. Most of the services offered are free, but some do require a premium subscription service to access.
The Miami-Dade County court system is one of the largest court jurisdictions in Florida. Harvey Ruvin is the current elected Clerk of Courts.


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A Quote by Freda Bright on family, neighbors, simplicity, and world
In the late 1600s the finest instruments originated from three rural families whose workshops were side by side in the Italian village of Cremona. First were the Amatis, and outside their shop hung a sign: "The best violins in all Italy." Not to be outdone, their next-door neighbors, the family Guarnerius, hung a bolder sign proclaiming: "The Best Violins In All The World!" At the end of the street was the workshop of Anton Stradivarius, and on its front door was a simple notice which read: "The best violins on the block."
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Susan Boyle sings her way into records with 2nd album
It means the 49-year-old spinster will be in the history books with The Monkees and The Beatles – the only other British act to pull off the feat. "I"ve never felt happier in my life. This is an amazing result and one I never expected," the Daily Star quoted Susan as saying.
BGT boss Simon Cowell, 51, said, "I"m thrilled for Susan, she has once again defied the odds." Susan"s follow-up to monster hit 'I Dreamed A Dream" also took top spot in New Zealand and Holland, selling more than a million copies already.
Steve Barnett, from Susan"s label Columbia Records, said, "The overwhelming positive response to Susan"s new album is a powerful testament to her unique talent." He added, "She is able to touch the hearts of her fans around the world, who continue to show their loyal support and devotion."


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FREEPORT — The Rockford District of the United Methodist Churches will hold a series of informational meetings in the Freeport area regarding the Affordable Care Act.
The meetings will discuss the marketplace and how it applies to consumers, who qualifies for health coverage, how insurance is affordable and how to enroll in new health coverage.
Meetings will be held at the following locations Tuesday: noon at Forreston United Methodist, 402 First Ave., Forreston; 4 p.m. at Faith United Methodist, 1440 S. Walnut Ave.; and 6:30 p.m. at Embury United Methodist, 515 S. Galena Ave.
Meetings will also be held Nov. 12 at the following locations: 4 p.m. at Wesley United Methodist, 127 E. Benton, Stockton; and 6 p.m. at Mount Carroll United Methodist, 216 S. Main St., Mount Carroll.
For information: 815-561-8285.
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Produced from the fermentation of corn SUGAR, xanthan gum is used as a thickener, EMULSIFIER and STABILIZER in foods such as dairy products and salad dressings. Some people are allergic to xanthan gum, with symptoms of intestinal gripes, diarrhea, temporary high blood pressure, and migraine headaches Also, since xanthan gum is produced by a bacterium that is fed corn to grow, some people allergic to corn will also react to it. Yellow Phrygian Husk is a common source of bacterium in which xanthan gum is created Also used by people who are allergic to gluten


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Orders of Service from the BCP 2004
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The Transfiguration of our Lord Year A
Collect One
O almighty God,
whose only-begotten Son was transfigured
before chosen witnesses on the holy mount,
and amidst the exceeding glory spake of his decease
which he should accomplish at Jerusalem;
Grant to us thy servants
that, beholding the brightness of his countenance,
we may be strengthened to bear our cross;
through the same Jesus Christ our Lord.
Collect Two
Father in heaven,
whose Son Jesus Christ was wonderfully transfigured
before chosen witnesses upon the holy mountain,
and spoke of the exodus he would accomplish at Jerusalem:
Give us strength so to hear his voice and bear our cross in this world,
that in the world to come we may see him as he is;
where he is alive and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and for ever.
The First Reading - Daniel 7: 9-10, 13-14
The Psalm - Psalm 97
The Second Reading - 2 Peter 1: 16-19
The Gospel Reading - Luke 9: 28-36
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Holy God,
we see your glory in the face of Jesus Christ.
May we who are partakers at his table
reflect his life in word and deed,
that all the world may know his power to change and save.
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The Weekend Comics Chat Open Thread - the I Really Need To Update My Resumé Edition!
Hey, everyone! Here's the thread where we get yak about what we read lately... and boy, what a week for great comics! There was ASTONISHING X-MEN #15, STAR WARS LEGACY #1, FLASH THE FASTEST MAN ALIVE #1, SUPERMAN BATMAN #27, CASANOVA #1, ETERNALS #1, NEW AVENGERS #20, UNCANNY X-MEN ANNUAL #1, GARGOYLES #1, 52 #7, and the best of all: ALL-STAR SUPERMAN #4.
ALL-STAR SUPERMAN is consistently one of the best comic books EVER, and this issue is no exception. It features Jimmy Olsen in a way you've never seen him before. That's all I'm saying. Just go read this fine example of what a truly great comic book can be...
NOTHING CIVIL WAR-related shipped this week. Wah.
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Trade Secrets: A plaintiff must prove trade secrets were not available by proper means and that reasonable efforts were made to maintain the secrecy in order to prevail on a misappropriation claim.For Full Opinion:
2011 Kan. LEXIS 308
Opinion (Rosen): Thomas Swartz ("Swartz"), Marvin Robarts ("Robarts"), and Calvin Bunney ("Bunney") were employed at Progressive Products, Inc. ("PPI") before starting a competing company, VIN Manufacturing ("VIN"). PPI used a ceramic-backing procedure developed by PPI which Swartz, Robarts, and Bunney used while working at PPI. When VIN was formed, PPI's ceramic-backing procedure was used by the competing company. PPI alleged three instances of misappropriation of trade secrets against VIN: the formula and mixing process for its ceramic backing, computerized customer lists, and a computer pricing program. The district court held VIN had misappropriated all the secrets, but the Court of Appeals only affirmed misappropriation of the secrets relating to the formula and calculation of batch amounts. The Kansas Uniform Trade Secrets Act required PPI to prove VIN employed theft or breach of duty to acquire the trade secrets, that the secrets were not readily ascertainable to VIN by proper means, and that PPI made reasonable efforts to maintain the secrecy of the trade secrets. Since the formula was kept secret and measures were taken to hide ingredients from anyone visiting PPI, the district court did not err in finding trade secrets for the ceramic formula and calculation of batch amounts. However, the Court of Appeals was correct in finding no evidence to support trade secrets for the customer lists. Judgment of the Court of Appeals finding trade secrets for PPI AFFIRMED.


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"They dropped off 1,200 to us," said Sheriff Bill Ferrell. "One thousand for semi-automatics and 200 for revolvers."
This is the first time the Scott County Sheriff's Department has received free gunlocks for distribution, Ferrell said.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation partnered with law enforcement agencies around the state to distribute more than 508,000 free gun locks as part of the national Project ChildSafe initiative. PCS is designed to help make homes with firearms safer by raising awareness about responsible firearm ownership and storage.
Ferrell said he plans to have his department issue the gunlocks to county residents who apply for gun permits and may also go back and contact recent applicants for the locks.
"This is a good deal," said Ferrell. "I had a friend who had a tragedy in his family." Ferrell said a gunlock like these being distributed probably could have averted that particular firearm-related tragedy. "It kind of strikes home when you know somebody that had a tragedy with one," he said.
An expansion of NSSF's Project HomeSafe, Project ChildSafe is funded by a $50 million grant from the U.S. Department of Justice and will provide nearly 20 million free gunlocks and firearm safety educational materials to families in all 50 states, the five U.S. territories and the District of Columbia.
In 2002, Project HomeSafe distributed 2.4 million safety kits to 44 states with the goal of raising awareness of firearms safety and responsibility.
"We are proud to say that, since its grassroots beginning in 1999, Project HomeSafe became the largest, most comprehensive firearms safety education program in the nation thanks to the enthusiastic support from high-ranking government officials and law enforcement departments and communities across America," said Doug Painter, president of the National Shooting Sports Foundation.
Gunlocks and educational materials were also dropped off at the Chaffee, Oran and Scott City police departments.
On the Net: http://www.projectchildsafe.org


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Airstrikes In The Middle East May Have Killed ISIS Leader
Strong Earthquake Hits Northwest China, Dozens Killed And Hundreds Injured
Zetas Leader Miguel Angel Treviño Morale Captured
Fire officials said about 24 homes in the scenic beach town north of San Diego could be at risk if the slippage continues.
One home in the mountainside area of million dollar plus properties slipped off its foundations and its roof caved in. A 50 to 60 yard (meter) sinkhole scarred the road where the collapse occurred.
One homeowner said the road was blocked by about 25 feet of dirt.
The area has a history of land slippages going back to the 1960s. The most recent street cracks and waterline breaks were noted in July and August, and engineers had warned residents this week that the hillside was again unstable and was threatening as many as eight houses.
Weather was not thought to be a factor in the landslip. Southern California is experiencing a drought with record low rainfall over the past year.
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Spray-On Antenna Unveiled At Google Event
A start-up called Chamtech Enteprises has an answer to the problems of poor cellphone reception and other shortcomings of traditional antennas.
The company has developed a spray-on antenna that it says is more lightweight, energy-efficient and effective than the old-school version. (Where was this stuff when the iPhone 4 came out?)
The Sandy, Utah-based start-up's nanotechnology, unveiled last week at Google's inaugural Solve For X gathering, can be painted onto a tree, a wall, the ground or even the back of a soldier, enabling a more portable, lightweight way to get reception for a variety of uses.
The company has already patented critical aspects of its technology and begun to sell to government customers, whom it can't identify due to the sensitive nature of the technology's applications.
In 2012 the company plans to expand its focus from government customers to mobile phone and medical device makers. CEO and co-founder Anthony Sutera believes the technology could be used by weather and oceanographic researchers, underwater welders, rescue workers, military special operatives in the field, airlines, and by manufacturers of cars, phones, TVs, radios and other consumer electronics.
Rhett Spencer, chief technology officer of Chamtech (who joined Sutera and co-founders Kristin Raffone-Vasquez and Eric G. Hernandez in 2011) said the spray-on technology could be applied to cell phones and make them operate with 10% better efficiency.
That could pique the interest of users of the iPhone and other smartphones frustrated by dropped calls.
"Each month, the energy savings that would impart are equal to as much power as all of wind and solar power is generated annually, in the U.S.," Spencer said. "We'd do that 12 times over."
Traditional antennas—the kind that receive radio and TV signals—work OK, but they're beset by problems, Spencer said. They suck up energy, drain battery life and get too hot. They don't send or receive signals as far or as clearly as users would like. They don't work well under water. And they are cumbersome and hard to set up into areas stricken by disasters, or where discretion is required.
Chamtech says it solves all of the above-mentioned problems. Notably, it works well underwater—the company says it was able to send signals more than a mile underwater during testing, much more than normal antennas, and using only three watts as opposed to the thousands of watts normally required.
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Stocks markets are set to open cautiously higher Wednesday, despite continued signs of a slowdown in China's manufacturing sector. Usually the news that HSBC purchasing managers' index for the world's second largest economy had contracted to a 11-month low would weigh heavily on the European open, but they follow comments Tuesday from China's Premier Li Keqiang which suggested a rate of economic growth below 7% would not be tolerated by the government, implying slowing growth would be met with appropriate policy measures.
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Obama Calls Syria an Issue of 'Grave Concern': Excerpts
President Barack Obama discussed allegations of chemical attacks in Syria, U.S. relations with Egypt, government surveillance of email and more domestic issues in an interview that aired Friday on CNN.
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Obama on Syria
…What we've seen indicates that this is clearly a big event of grave concern. And, you know, we are already in communications with the entire international community. We're moving through the U.N. to try to prompt better action from them. And we've called on the Syrian government to allow an investigation of the site, because U.N. inspectors are on the ground right now.
We don't expect cooperation, given their past history, and, you know, what I do believe is that — although the situation in Syria is very difficult and the notion that the U.S. can somehow solve what is a sectarian, complex problem inside of Syria sometimes is overstated…
On U.S. Credibility in the Middle East
I think the American people also expect me to do as president is to think through what we do from the perspective of, what is in our long-term national interests? And, you know, I — you know, sometimes what we've seen is that folks will call for immediate action, jumping into stuff, that does not turn out well, gets us mired in very difficult situations, can result in us being drawn into very expensive, difficult, costly interventions that actually breed more resentment in the region.
So, you know, we remain the one indispensable nation … But that does not mean that we have to get involved with everything immediately.
… And, you know, if the U.S. goes in and attacks another country without a U.N. mandate and without clear evidence that can be presented, then there are questions in terms of whether international law supports it, do we have the coalition to make it work, and, you know, those are considerations that we have to take into account.
…We're still spending tens of billions of dollars in Afghanistan. I will be ending that war by the end of 2014, but every time I go to Walter Reed and visit wounded troops, and every time I sign a letter for a casualty of that war, I'm reminded that there are costs and we have to take those into account as we try to work within an international framework to do everything we can to see Assad ousted — somebody who's lost credibility — and to try to restore a sense of a democratic process and stability inside of Egypt.
Obama on Egypt
You know, my sense is with Egypt is that the aid itself may not reverse what the interim government does. But I think what most Americans would say is that we have to be very careful about being seen as aiding and abetting actions that we think run contrary to our values and our ideals.
So what we're doing right now is doing a full evaluation of the U.S.-Egyptian relationship. We care deeply about the Egyptian people. This is a partnership that's been very important to us, in part because of the peace treaty with Israel and the work that's been done to deal with the Sinai.
But there's no — there's no doubt that we can't return to business as usual, given what's happened.
Obama on Government Surveillance
On whether he's confident he knows everything that's going on within the National Security Agency:
Yes, but what I've also said is that it can only work if the American people trust what's going on.
… this latest revelation that was made, what was learned was that NSA had inadvertently, accidentally pulled the emails of some Americans in violation of their own rules, because of technical problems that they didn't realize. They presented those problems to the court. The court said, "This isn't going to cut it. You're going to have to improve the safeguards, given these technical problems." That's exactly what happened. So the point is, is that all these safeguards, checks, audits, oversight worked.
…I recognize is that we're going to have to continue to improve the safeguards and, as technology moves forward, that means that we may be able to build technologies that give people more assurance, and we do have to do a better job of giving people confidence in how these programs work.
…One of the challenges that we have is, even as we put in safeguards to make sure that the U.S. government doesn't abuse — abuse these capabilities, we've also got to make sure that foreign governments aren't hacking into our banks, aren't hacking into our critical infrastructure, are making sure that consumers are protected.
Avoiding a Government Shutdown
There is a very simple way of doing this, which is the Senate passed a budget and the House passed a budget. … The job of Congress — Congress doesn't have a whole lot of core responsibilities. One core responsibility is passing a budget, which they have not done yet. The other core responsibility that they've got is to pay the bills that they've already accrued.
And if Congress simply does those two things when they get back, then the economy can continue to recover, and folks out there who are working hard, who are trying to find a job, will have some sense of stability and we can start thinking about things like college education and some of the big structural changes that we have to continue to make to ensure that we're competitive.
College Costs
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A 65-year-old couple who retires this year will need about $240,000 to cover their medical expenses in retirement, according to Fidelity Investments research released this week.
This year's number is 6.7% higher than last year's $225,000–and 50% higher than the $160,000 estimate in 2002, the first year Fidelity came up with a number. "These costs are going up at a faster rate than income," says Sunit Patel, a senior vice president of Fidelity's Consulting Services group. Higher costs for doctor visits, diagnostic tests and prescription drugs contributed to the increase, he adds.
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License free, low cost, two-way communication. What's not to love about MURS? MURS stands for Multi User Radio Service, and is one of the best kept secrets in personal and family radio communications.
Formerly available only for business communications, the FCC has kept five MURS frequencies license-free and open for public use since 2000. Handheld radios broadcasting on MURS frequencies can experience a range of two miles to eight miles depending on terrain and obstructions, while MURS Base Stations can reach up to 20 miles.
The stipulations for MURS use provided by the FCC restrict any transmitter in excess of two watts, but any type of antenna is allowed as long as the tower height (with antenna) is no greater than 60 feet high. All communications must also yield to any emergency communication on the same channel.
The five MURS frequencies are listed below, The 154 MHz channels can be operated on the standard 25 kHz wide band or narrow band mode. The 151 MHz channels can only be operated in narrow band mode.
Each of the five frequencies can not only transmit voice, but also data. The best example of this are the driveway alarms which transmit a signal via MURS when the IR sensor is tripped.
Another hidden benefit of MURS frequencies are the PL codes (Private Line codes) or CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) which are sub-audible tones that allow users to operate on the same channel without hearing chatter directed to other users.
There are 38 PL codes available to each of the five MURS frequencies, which makes for a combination of 190 different MURS channels. While this is not encryption, anyone not operating with the same PL code won't hear your conversation.
Most everyone has seen the small hand-held walkie-talkies that operate on the FRS (Family Radio Service), the best example of this are the small Motorola Talkabout Radios marketed towards family communication.
Here are some great comparisons courtesy of PRSG.
Compared with FRS (Family Radio Service) at 460 MHz:
Compared with GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) at 460 MHz:
Compared with CB (Citizens Band Radio) at 27 MHz:
Keep in mind on all these comparisons that MURS has it's benefits, but GMRS requires an FCC license to operate on.
MURS radios can now be commonly found online at retailers such as Amazon.com and are starting to increase in popularity as more people find out what they're missing. The great thing about MURS frequencies is that they can be programmed (with or without PL codes) into existing radios which can be a backup to licensed communication. A dedicated MURS radio also makes a good backup radio if your primary means of communication go down.
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Anyone not using the same PL code and you can't be heard by you but they can still hear everything you say! PL is not privacy!!!
Use LMR 400 coax with yagis cut and spaced to your freq. I've gotten 10 miles on 150 milliwatts. Used this with one way signals for data and telemetry. Worked perfect. That's 1/15th of a watt. And I used a spectrum analyzer to align the antennas...
I too would like a comparison of CB 11-meters SSB vs. MURS. I have done both. MURS would be excellent during the late afternoon, however, CB SSB shines very well with the 12WPEP and any type of antenna that is 20ft off of the highest point any building or tree or a mere 60ft off the ground. If your tree is 55ft, you can have the top of the antenna at 75ft and still be legal. Even off a building like the Empire State building. CB SSB channels are often clear and clean when the sun goes down till it rises. Even during bad skip times, SSB shines to cut through. SSB has a range up to 150-miles per the FCC rules, however, it's not uncommon to talk across the state or several states for that matter on legal power. Unlike MURS, CB radios have mic-gain, RF-gain, ANL (automatic noise Limiter), and squelch volume controls. Some of the radios even have the 2-meter weather channels like the FRS units have.
Here's another neat thing too. MURS allows data to be transmitted. CB still allows "cw" (aka morse code) use too. There are several makes and models to choose from that offer cw on CB 11-meters.
CB SSB offers a person an extra 80 channels.
There are many prepper/survivalist/off-griders who rely on CB because the skip and big stations provide cover over their local short distance (5 to 10 mile) transmissions while on SSB. Remember the 3-3-3 radio rule. If not, look it up on the web.
To be tactical relies not only on the individual, but the group of people you are communicating with. What is important depends on the availability of the equipment, the price, and the ability to improvise with most of the scenario. Thus, the options of FRS, GMRS, MURS and CB SSB needs to be evaluated within a group and their regional environment.
Good article with up front info. Keep them coming!
i need to get a 2 way for search and rescue. My company has a licesned freq, do i still need to get a license? and what 2 way do you req. i need a vhf narrowband
Too bad the wuxon radio your pictured is not USA legal for use on frs/gmrs/murs...the whole point of your article
If you use low power mode (1.5 watts) you can use it on MURS, and if you have a GMRS license you can use it on GMRS.
@BenAnders0n Not legally, no. Just because you can program in the frequency, doesn't mean you're allowed to.
Radios for MURS need to be tested and certified ("type accepted") under Part 97J, and radios for GMRS need to be certified under Part 97A.
The Wouxun/Baofeng radios are only certified for Part 90, which means they can only be legally used in the business and amateur bands.
@BenAnders0n Correction, that would be Part 95J and 95A. :)
The tones only prevent other transmissions from being heard. You transmission is still in the clear.
Correct, and even using the "scramble" feature of radios like the Quansheng offers zero security. Anyone can descrambler these signals with any other radio that has a scramble feature, not to mention that a Doppler RDF can locate you as soon as you transmit anyway. Radios are great in a lot of ways but they definitely aren't secure comms.
@BenAnders0n Doppler RDF will NOT locate you as soon as you transmit. Tracking takes practice and time to find the transmitter.
Hearing harassing voices out of my speakers vents and window
Its my neighbors
Know its sometypw of radio
Any advice on recording it or proving it tracing or something
The stuff they say is very specific to me and my kids and if u heard it you would be liading clips too already caught the nieghbors teens using a laser mic on my windows bouncing it back to another neighbors
Been going on since i moved in 6m ago
The chip in your head is malfunction. Report to your local freemason temple for reprogramming.
Most smart phones have a voice recorder function. You could also buy a cheap FRS radio (what they are most likely using) with channel and code scan features, find the channel and code they are using, and join the conversation.
I haven't read all the comments yet, so please accept my sincerest apologies if this is a duplication. You're also not entirely accurate about the privacy level of CTCSS and DCS codes. You've made it seem as though these systems offer true privacy from being heard when they really do not. Truly, they are a frequency sharing method which offers privacy of not hearing anyone else. Try this out, put one of your radios on any CTCSS code or DCS code. Now put another radio on the same frequency, but leave the CTCSS and DCS code features off. Now key up your private line coded radio and listen to yourself on the other radio crystal clear. Now key up the radio with the PL functions off and speak. Your pl programmed radio will remain silent, offering you privacy from interruption by a radio user on the same frequency NOT using your pl time. ON TOP of this anytime your pl squelch has been open already by your party on the same frequency, any other duplicate transmissions from non pl toned radio will still interfere. This may be what you were trying ro says, but I wanted to clarify, because to me it seemed unclear. -73 KG5CHK
Actually, some of your information is not entirely accurate.
Like the height of MURS antennas:
§95.1315 Antenna height restriction.
highest point of any MURS antenna must no be more than 18.3 meters (60
feet) above the ground or 6.10 meters (20 feet) above the highest point
of the structure on which it is mounted.
So, if your antenna is mounted on an 8 story building (approx 180ft)...and the highest point of your antenna can extend 20ft above that structure...the you have a perfectly legal antenna...200ft high.
§95.135 Maximum authorized transmitting power.(a) No station may transmit with more than 50 watts output power.
...and the power restrictions for GMRS:
@Jim your comment about max ERP is not totally correct, depending on the antenna that you have or build determines the amount of gain you have. You also must take into account the loss of the feed line.
here's the basic rule of thumb on gain, every 3db of gain or loss will either double or half you're power output respectively per every 3db. So that being said, if you have a 50 watt radio and your feed line has 1.5 db of loss you would have roughly 37.5 watts to the input of the Antenna. Now, if your antenna has 9db of gain (which is realistic) you would have an ERP of 300 watts, 12db would be 600 watts.
The comments made by Paul can be a catch-22. The FRS/GMRS radios have different power levels and they are legal to own, just do not use the higher power w/o the $80.00 license fee. One can own a power amp for CB radios (11meter) if one has a amateur radio license. We are talking about survival here not giving "Uncle Charlie" something to do!
and of course as one "Good Old Boy" put it, it's about saving our collective asses not being one. Rigid by the book people who were, ah, what am i trying to say, oh they got fragged!
Thank you for the time
@Crusty Power amplifiers on 11 meters is illegal with or without a HAM license.
@CraigRossYoung "r CB radios (11meter) if one has a amateur radio license." He said that already.
@CraigRossYoung power amplifiers are illegal on 11 meters (CB) period, even if you have a Ham license.
Why would I take advice from this site when they either do not know or do not care that it is illegal under Title 47 Part 95.649 to use MURS frequencies on a radio that is switchable to a higher power setting than the maximum power for MURS of 2 watts. The Vertex 410 is switchable to 5 watts and is therefore ineligible for MURS frequencies. They should be paying me 14¢ a day.
@Paul Pure speculation on my part troop but this recommendation is about saving our collective asses not being one.
In an emergency when no other communications are available or adequate, the FCC has special exceptions that allow you to use any radio on any frequency at any power level. This includes police and military frequencies even. There's no harm in putting MURS frequencies into a ham radio just in case you need it in an emergency. It will also allow you to listen in on others. It is never illegal to program a frequency into a radio.
I have lot's of experience with MURS. Use LMR 400 coax with yagis cut and spaced to your freq. I've gotten 10 miles on 150 milliwatts. Used this with one way signals for data and telemetry. Worked perfect. That's 1/15th of a watt. And I used a spectrum analyzer to align the antennas...
I have lot's of experience with MURS. Use LMR 400 coax with yagis cut and spaced to your freq. I've gotten 10 miles on 150 milliwatts.
Used this with one way signals for data and telemetry. Worked perfect. That's 1/15th of a watt. And I used a spectrum analyzer to align the antennas...
@thedigitaltexan Um, your math is off. It's closer to 1/7th of a Watt. :-)
@LiveToLurk @thedigitaltexan Your rite....my bad....
The best radios to use are the old tube radios made before 1970. Of course these are not portable radios, but the old Hammarlund, Hallicrafters, Drake, Collins and other ham radios will all be operating after EMP fries every silicon based system not protected by a extremely well grounded Faraday shield. These are still widely available through most Ham radio clubs and online collectors groups. So purchase an old tube tester lay in an inventory or old RCA and GE tubes, or new Russian made tubes, and start building your communications center based around "antique" radios. Of course it would also help to gain some competency, get licensed just so you can be proficient with radio gear that needs to be actually operated and tuned rather than turned off and on and PTT. In fact there is an emergency operating Contest every year held nationwide. The only radio stations on the air will have been built before 1970. I've a 5kw station all tubes!
With few exceptions, most users buy the more common murs radios (and even some of the more expensive ones out there apply to this too) and we've done research on it. I live in a very busy, large metroplex and stood on the roof of a car, a house roof, on the ground, out a window and in various locations around the neighborhood. I could not get a single reply from anyone including the bored people working with me that day, and I never heard a single word from anyone (unless they were practically standing right in front of me). I don't think I need to tell most ham operators how that compares to a simple, under $250. (which can also work on a battery pack) 2/.70m dual band mobile (most of which can receive whatever if anything, that would be heard on murs in that given location). If you're that worried, buy both. Here's why: First, in significant emergencies you'll get information from a decent ham radio and such users are often directly involved in the emergency help process. Well informed 2 meter users will hear what's happening on MURS (but they will be more involved probably with their ham radio for good reasons). Secondly, such a ham radio (get a license) gives FAR greater transmit abiities to the user when needed (and it may very well be needed) that's why they call them EMERGENCIES !
If you are trying to use VHF in the city you are doing it wrong. VHF is for the great outdoors and doesn't do well against concrete and steel. In the city you want UHF radios like FRS.
Hi. I know this posting is from several years ago, but I am wondering if you do any work on MURS radios. My boss is looking for looking for an electronics specialist capable of building/custom modifying MURS radios for a small project. He will pay $50 an hour. Thank you.
The ARRL dropped the code requirement for the HAM license. YEA!
Has anyone compared costs of MURS vs HAM equipment? What about the ability to communicate readily with local repeaters and managed nets? When SHTF, there are several HAM operators that will man the repeaters and do whatever it takes to keep them running. Can't say that for cell or regular POTS service.
The ARRL dropped the code requirement for the HAM license. YEA! Has anyone compared costs of MURS vs HAM equipment? What about the ability to communicate readily with local repeaters and managed nets? When SHTF, there are several HAM operators that will man the repeaters and do whatever it takes to keep them running. Can't say that for cell or regular POTS service.
To prog a Vertex, yes buy the cable and software. It is not hard but a one time exercise. Vertex also sells scrambler modules if you want more privacy. Good luck!
I was looking to pick up a MURS radio(s) for me and my family, as a just in case way of communication, reading through this is while informative a lot to digest, my question is this, I was looking a Vertex-231-a to program it requires a computer and a programing cable as per the article. So is it a cable that must be bought separately, and once said cable is acquired how does one use a computer to program it? I'm knew to the whole MURS so I hope I don't sound to new, I'm just used to using a MIL radio but since I can't just take one home this is the next best thing
I have been an avid MURS user since the service was first developed. It is THE perfect service for my family and friends particular use. We are in a very hilly and forested region. GMRS radios are just awful around here even with repeaters. All of the law enforcement and fire departments in my area use VHF high band (150-160) at around 50 watts tpo (I know this as I am involved in Fire/Rescue). The only agency nearby that uses UHF is a school. They run 25 Watts on a tower 1400 feet up and their performance is about the same as or maybe a bit inferior to when the fire guys run simplex mode. I don't know about you, but I cannot afford to rent a 1400-foot tower for my communications needs and my 60-foot tower wouldn't nearly perform well enough in GMRS mode to justify the repeater expense. So, I stick with MURS. Now I am limited to 2 Watts TPO, but no restrictions on antenna gain or type. It just cannot exceed 60 feet on my tower or 20 feet above a structure. Here is the deal. I can go about 1/2 the range I was able to when I was a talking simplex mode on my 35 watt mobile VHF public safety. I know it sounds crazy...2 watts being equal to 1/2 the range of a 35 watt radio, but let me explain it is almost ALL in your antenna!!! On the handhelds (MURS is 2 Watt, Public Safety was 5 Watts) I have noticed little to no difference in range. On both radio's I recommend putting a good after market antenna if it comes with a stubby. That alone will make a noticeable difference in range. On the Mobiles, I am getting about half the range, perhaps even a little further. For the base station I have nothing to compare it to, as we did not have a base station only a repeater dispatch on a much bigger tower than my 60 footer. Mobile to Mobile I am getting about 10-20 miles. I just put up the base station so I will get back with you on that. Now as far as how it compares to CB. Mobile-to-Mobile I was only able to get about 5-15 miles consistently. This of coarse was in AM mode with a quality CB (I was always partial to Cobra 29 and 148) with a properly tuned and grounded 102 stainless steel whip antenna. The thing you will find out about CB is that its range is highly dependant upon channel congestion and atmospheric conditions. MURS is not affected by the atmosphere nearly as much. MURS also does not have to contend with the solar cycles in the way that CB does. Now for portable handhelds CB is a joke. I have several and they will not even talk to each other more than about 1/4 a mile unless you buy telescoping whips (which tend to break) even then they are minimal at best. Even a 1-watt MURS portable handheld (half the full power ones) can easily outperform their CB counterpart. I used to be an avid CBer, but times have changed. I got sick of all the foul-mouthed language on the CB channels. I was also sick of trying to compete with all of the overpowered, over modulated splatter. Folks do not realize that their 300-watt linear amp going through their RG-58 coax and cheap mag mount untuned antenna sounds like garbage. They have their radio's butchered by so-called "techs" who "tweak and peak" their radio for supposed increase in swing and modulation. While this MAY increase ones range, the quality of the signal is poor. Unfortunately that poor quality tends to bleed over 6 other channels as well. I prefer clean and clear local communications to barely readable long range skip signals. Also it should be noted that CB is much more likely to receive interference from RF sources such as your ignition. ALL radios should be properly installed for peak performance. Now that I have explained why CB (AM) is not so good, I will name CBs good qualities. If you have everything set up right and use the single side bands (SSB) you can get increased performance. As much as I like MURS, I must admit that CB on the SSB has MURS beat in range. You will need to learn a few things though, like how to use your clarifier. CB is also cheaper to get into, accessories are easier to find and you will make many more contacts. A CB can be a valuable tool for when you are on the road. I personally do not want my children exposed to the language that all to often is heard on CB. MURS has its downside too. First, you have got to know what you are doing. If you do not tune your antenna on CB, it still should work for a couple of miles. If you do not tune your antenna for MURS you might as well have an FRS walkie-talkie. Also, some businesses think that they "OWN" the MURS channels and if they do not have a ctcss activated and hear you they might tell you to "Get off OUR channel". This is not true. Before 2000 the MURS frequencies were part of the business LMR service. Businesses using these frequencies were either to move to another frequency or share with MURS users. The only benefit they have over us is that they may operate under their old business license rules. This might include running 5 watts instead of two or sending continuous data and the like. They have no more right the channel than you or I. Neither they or us is allowed to intentionally interfere with each other though as in "walk on" or talk over each other. In conclusion from my experience, where I am located (Hilly, forested terrain) MURS has slightly better range than CB (AM) and much better range than FRS and GMRS. If you lived in open flatlands such as Kansas, then I am sure GMRS would be a better option as a repeater would be invaluable.
Our portable 2-way radio fundamentals course, developed for use with CERT, Neighborhood Watch and other Citizens Corps groups is available for download at the Federal Communications Commission's Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau Clearing House. See the URL:
Part 1 of the training is oriented towards use of the Family Radio service for the simple fact that most CERT team members are not going to be licensed radio amateurs but still need to know how to use their FRS radios effectively for communications within their team. It includes a simple exercise using single channel, direct simplex communications in a free net, as is common during smaller Type IV incidents which don't require a formal Incident Action Plan. Topics include operating charactertics and limitations of FRS radio, radio features and controls, use of standard procedural words and phonetics.
Part II of the training goes into more detail on operating procedures used in directed nets, resource tracking, maintain the radio log and message handling. Emphasis is on multiple-channel communications and the development of Communications Plans as used in Type III or more complex incidents. Additional topics discussed include the use of GMRS and Amateur repeaters as a way of tying CERT teams back to their Incident Command Post, Public Safety Answering Point, or Emertency Operations Center. Having your volunteer civilian communications auxiliary provide this training to Citizens Corps groups is a great way to encourage those who are interested in communications to become proficient and encourage them to become licensed. Licensed team members can function as the designated "Communications Operator" to relay resource requests, task completions, or changes in incident status back to the command post using either amateur or GMRS radio and repeaters.
The files available for download include Powerpoint presentations for elements 1 and 2, instructor guides, student handouts, example exercises and a radio forms pack.
"There are 38 PL codes available to each of the five MURS frequencies, which makes for a combination of 190 different MURS channels. While this is not encryption, anyone not operating with the same PL code will hear "Mickey Mouse" when trying to listen in to your conversation."
Not true!
PL or DPL tones are subaudible and have no effect on the voice quality. ANYONE, and I mean ANYONE with a scanner or another radio that uses carrier squelch can hear you plain as day even tho you use PL/DPL.
Also, even tho GMRS radios can transmit more power, their tranmitted signals are subject to attenuation. Atmosperic, and folige attenuation. Atmospheric attenuation is loss of signal due to particles (air, dust, moisture). Folige attenuation is just that, leaves that physicly aproximate a wave length or an even division of a wave length (1/2, 1/4) of the transmitted freq will absorb the signal, thus weakening the received signal. For GMRS this is in the range of 3"-12".
This is also true of CB class B, CB as we know it. With a much lower freq, the wave length is much longer, 100"-400". Trees and buildings absord most of the ground wave signal of CB tranmissions. As well, CB are AM modulated and MURS is FM modulated. Most electrial interference is AM modulated. This effects the CB receiver but not the FM receiver.
High Band VHF freqs (100-300 mhz)have the advantage of wave lengths that are typicly longer then most foliage, yet shorter then most trees and buildings. There is virtually no atmospheric skip like on CB freqs and far less atmospheric attenualtion as on GMRS freqs. All this adds up to MURS haveing the best range per watt of transmitted power then any available frequency to the average person.
Hope this clears things up.
War Bird
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FCC GROLE license with Radar endorsment
Tony, excellent comment! We'll follow up shortly on your feedback and be back with a more detailed response.
A very nice and informative write-up! I do have few disagreements about your comparison to CB radios, and being something of a fan of them would like to discuss them. :)
"CB communications can also be significantly degraded by noise from vehicle ignition systems"
Err, sure, if you install the radio poorly. But then again, this is not in any way limited to CB radios - any vehicle installed electronic device is going to suffer from the same electric noise if you install it poorly. Thus, I feel that is hardly a valid comparison.
A very basic rule whenever installing any two-way radio into a vehicle is to run the power wires straight to the battery - both the positive and negative wire. (Fuses on both wires, as close to the battery as possible, of course.) I think you'll find that following that basic rule should take care of most electric noise from almost any vehicle. This is not CB specific but applies to ALL two-way radio installations, no matter what the frequency range used.
I also find your claim of a superior communication range from a technology that uses a higher frequency and lower power a bit difficult to believe. Just seems to fly against the rules of physics. (Lower frequencies have more range, stronger signals have more range.) This is of course assuming a level playing field, once more. Compare a good MURS radio to an incorrectly wired CB installation with a possibly untuned and probably way too short antenna and sure, the MURS might indeed seem superior.
Not sure about the law in US, but in most parts of Europe on CB frequencies Single Sideband modulation is legal to use - this can be a nifty thing for extending range, assuming the other end has the same functionality. If you synchronize gear with your "team", ensuring compatibility, this should not be a problem. A lot of cheaper CB radios lack this feature making SSB less used, and scanning for SSB signals is a bit trickier than with AM or FM, so there you have your "security by obscurity" á la privacy codes too. ;) We do also have CB radios that have CTCSS. Personally though, I feel it is pretty much a gimmick as if you use something like CTCSS or DCS (often available in at least PMR446 radios here), all it takes is someone else with a radio with the same technology to crack your "encryption". You can set radios to scan all "subchannels" (CTCSS etc. codes) after all... So the end result seems to me to be pretty much the same as not using them at all. Any and all confidential information MUST be kept off the air (or at least code phrases used) if you want it to remain confidential, there is no other way.
I also do not personally see skip as an inherently negative issue. Sure, sometimes it can get in the way - but other times it enables one to make *very* long range communications. In a situation where your immediate area seems chaotic, this might help one to get information from outside the affected area, for example. Radio weather conditions do play a role in the range of all HF radios, but like I said, in my opinion it can't be considered as strictly a negative issue since the right conditions can give you more range than anything using higher frequencies has.
One benefit that higher frequencies do have over CB radios is that antenna sizes for good, useable antennas are much smaller. But I feel that the issue is more one of worrying about "style" than a real issue - lots of people don't want to mount large antennas because that might "look funny". (If you're worried about stealth, there's no law saying you can't use more than one antenna, a magnetically mounted antenna, etc.) A quite large antenna can be mounted to most vehicles if you take the time to think about how to do it. And there is always the option of a simple home-made wire antenna for more range when stopped, or a fancier expedition antenna setup if you're so inclined.
All this is not to say that MURS sounds like a bad idea. It certainly seems to compare favorably to other license free radio technologies listed in the article - I just somewhat disagree on the comparison to CB. And options can be a nice thing to have. :) If I were situated in the US, I would certainly be interested in MURS - but more as a person-to-person communication method. I'd still keep the CB as my primary vehicle-to-vehicle communication method. (This would keep my pool of possible receiving stations larger too - which could come in handy if you're not deliberately trying to limit communication to "your team" alone. From mayday calls to asking for information from people with functioning Internet access, the situations where one might have to do so are numerous.)
I am also trying to point out that CB radios are not quite as bad as a lot of people seem to think. Things like poor range are more often due to poor choice of equipment (short antenna) and possibly poor installation (not tuning the antenna, not wiring the radio straight to the battery) than what people seem to be inclined to believe. (It's all in the antenna, folks. Choose it well and mount it well.) They see one CB radio that gets poor range and think that they are all like that. Not so.
(Sorry for being so long-winded. Guess I got a little carried away...)
very informative ITS ill have to play around with this and see if this can benefit me with work or with SHTF. Another great article looking forward to the next one! Thanks!
anyone with comm experience...I'm very interested in your experience with MURS or any of these systems. Doing some research for a grad school project on use of comm systems during critical incident responses by multiple agency-responders.
Great write up ITS! Thanks!
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Our Primate Cousins. This is a video about human life. For billions of years life has evolved through the evolution process. Species have adapted to change over this long period. Man is the very obvious relative to the very intelligent primate. Just look at their faces and you will be able to pick their nationality. Japanese, African, Chinese, European, Indian, Australian Aboriginals. It is so clear. You just have to open your eyes and realize how much they are us. We are simply them millions of years down the track. As humans our minds are very ignorant and we tend to think that we are so much more special then animals, when in fact we are also animals. Just because we don't share the same language and look identical we discriminate other animals because our minds have evolved in this way.
Humans belong to the taxonomic Order Primates, which is comprised of 11 Families, 52 Genera, & 181 species. Primates are divided into two main groups: Prosimians (literally "before monkeys/apes) and Anthropoids (literally "man like"). The evolution of primates is characterized by trends toward mobile limbs, grasping hands, a flattened face, binocular vision, a large, complex brain, & a reduced reproductive rate. Most Primates are well adapted to arboreal living (living in trees).
Primate evolution occurred primarily during the Cenozoic Era, Prosimians first branching off in the early Eocene Epoch 58 mya (million years ago).
Around 33 mya, during the Oligocene Epoch, the Anthropoids split off into 3 main groups: New World Monkeys (w/prehensile tails), Old World Monkeys (w/out prehensile tails), & the Hominoids (eventual Apes & Humans w/out any tails).
In the Miocene Epoch, around 15 mya, Asian Apes & African Apes diverged paths. At approx. 6 mya, African Apes & Human lineage split, producing Hominids (members of the taxonomic Human Family Hominidae) in a region of Central Africa called the Great Rift Valley. There, dense jungle gave way to great savannah plains, & bipedalism became a helpful adaptation in surviving in a high grass environment w/a variety of predators.
To this day, Chimpanzees & Humans share 98.5% of the same DNA sequences, even though millions of years separate us from a common ancestor. The evidence for evolution has been found within the fossil record. Additional corroboration has been found comparing DNA sequences which show dramatic linkages between all modern primate species. A comparative study of mitochondrial DNA shows that the differences among present human populations are consistent w/their having a common ancestor no more than a million years ago.
Prosimian (lemurs, tarsiers, bushbabies & lorises)
Ring Tailed Lemur
Anthropoids (monkeys, apes & humans)
New World Monkeys (w/prehensile tails)
Black Tamarin Marmoset
Squirrel Monkey
Capuchin Monkey
Woolly Monkey
Spider Monkey
a spider monkey is investigating/ harassing a river turtle.
two spider monkeys are investigating/ harassing an alligator.
Old World Monkeys (w/out prehensile tails)
Vervet Monkey aka Green Monkey or Guenon or Grivet
**These are the monkeys scientists have thus far linked as a carrier species for the RNA retrovirus associated w/HIV/AIDS.
Rhesus Macaque
show a troop of rhesus macaques interacting w/Sika & Fallow deer, as well as Mouflon sheep & raccoons.
Hominoids (apes & humans, w/out any tail)
Asian Apes
White Handed Gibbon
African Apes
Lowland Gorilla
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