Is 2 meter ham band FM?

According to Wikipedia, “The 2 meter amateur radio band is a portion of the VHF (very high frequency) Spectrum, comprising of frequencies stretching from 144.000 MHz to 148.000 MHz.” These communications are generally FM or frequency modulated transmissions although some operators do operate using SSB (single sideband) …

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How do you use 2m call frequency?

The 2m FM voice calling frequency is 145.500MHz and the 70cm FM voice calling frequency is 433.500MHz. Here’s how to use them: Adjust your radio’s squelch, to be able to hear weak signals (just on the edge between silence and the white noise ‘hiss’ Tune to the calling frequency, and listen to make sure it’s not in use.

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How far can you talk on 70 cm?

2m- Good all around band for talking/chatting, but since its VHF, signal travel depends on what’s in its way and the power output of the radio. 70cm- Good band, since its UHF its good to have in the city or around tall buildings or inside of buildings because its wavelength penetrates obstacles better.

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