Amateur Radio in Australia (VKFAQ)

APRS- Automatic position reporting system

Kenwood TM271A

A single band radio for the 2m FM operator.

Automatic Position Reporting System (APRS)

A fast-growing interest in amateur radio is automatic position reporting system or APRS. This is a system that combines the global positioning system (GPS) with packet radio to allow transmission of location data. Receiving stations can get real-time information on the location of a APRS-equipped station. Amateurs have already used APRS technology to assist in providing communication for sporting events. APRS also has many commercial and emergency applications. Here is some information on APRS in Australia.

 

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