When you are getting a radio set, there are a few points to think
about before you part with your money. Firstly, you need to decide
which set you want. Here you will need to make two choices.
The first choice is between mobile and hand-held. This will depend
on how you want to use the radio.
Secondly, you will need to choose between AM and FM. The main
point to consider here is who will you want to talk to. If they
are on AM you will need an AM set. On the other hand if they are
on FM, then you will need FM.
The last step before getting a set is to make sure that it will
go on the license. To do this, record the make, model, and even
the serial number of the set you wish to get. Then pass
this on to the national P.M.R. officer
(See Appendix C).
He will confirm with the R.A. that the set is
"Type Approved" and okay to be put on
the license.
Once you have acquired a radio it is important that you
inform the P.M.R. officer using a PMR1.
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Once this has been completed, you will be issued with a Callsign
for that set. The callsign is specific to that set and should not be
used with any other set. The set cannot be used until the
callsign has been issued.
