Do CB radios run on batteries?
They are wired in just like a car stereo. Just remember, red is hot, black is ground. Handheld radios typically run on batteries and/or ac power supplies. There is not enough current to run the CB radio.
How much power does a CB radio need?
Although the FCC limits CB radios to a standard 4 Watts of power, there is an exception. If you want the best range, you may want a radio with single sideband (SSB) capability. SSB radios, such as the Cobra 148 GTL transmit at approximately 12 Watts, or three times the normal power.
What is a dead key on a CB radio?
Dead key is pretty much the peak number of watts the radio puts out just sending the carrier and no modulation. In laymen’s terms, it’s how much power the radio puts out when you just key up and don’t say anything.
What does PEP mean CB?
Peak envelope power
Peak envelope power (PEP) is the highest envelope power supplied to the antenna transmission line by a transmitter during any full undistorted RF cycle or series of complete radio frequency cycles.
What is a CB swing kit?
A “Swing Kit” is a fast way for a CB Shop to reap you of your hard earned dollars. You do not need a “Swing Kit” to get maximum modulation from ANY radio. If you cut open a “swing kit” you will find nothing other that a small capacitor and 5 wires and maybe a resistor.
What’s the best way to hook up a CB radio?
The recommended way to hook up a CB radio is to wire both the radio’s positive and negative wires directly to the corresponding negative and positive terminals of your car battery. To do this often will require more wire than is provided with your CB radio.
What kind of power do you need for a CB radio?
When hooking up a CB radio one of the many decisions to figure out is how to wire it up for power. The majority of CB radios have two wires, a positive wire (red) and a negative wire (black). The positive wire needs a 13.8VDC power source and the negative wire is your ground wire.
What’s the best way to wrap a CB cord?
Wrap it in a long and narrow shape, as you would an extension cord. We recommend using two zip ties at each end to keep the coax in place. Be careful NOT to wind the excess coax in a circular coil shape, as this can cause RF (radio frequency) issues that will interfere with your signal.
What kind of power cord do I need for a 10 meter radio?
We strive to have the right power cords for your CB, 10-meter and HAM radios. Ask us for personal assistance picking a 2-pin, 3-pin or 6-pin power cord or heavy-output replacement fuses. Find your AWG power cord best suited for CB, HAM and 10-meter radio uses.
Do you need coax to power a CB radio?
The condition of the coaxial connection might determine the performance of your radio a great deal. Simply put, you are going to have to connect your coax to the antenna by running the CB coax cable all the way from the antenna to the radio. The next task is to connect your CB mic. After this is done, you have to power the radio.
How do you hook up a CB radio?
First, it is very simple. Be careful to not overuse power (since this is not legal). The first step is to connect the CB radio to the base that you keep at home, in the car or in another location. You must be sure that the antenna wave is in a straight vertical position.
We strive to have the right power cords for your CB, 10-meter and HAM radios. Ask us for personal assistance picking a 2-pin, 3-pin or 6-pin power cord or heavy-output replacement fuses. Find your AWG power cord best suited for CB, HAM and 10-meter radio uses.
Where does the amplifier go on a CB radio?
Before you connect the coaxial cable, put the amplifier next to the radio. There should be a patch cord with two ends that is included with the amplifier. One end should be connected to the CB radio, while the other end goes to the amplifier (the connection point is called “input”).