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What is Trunking?

Trunking describes the ability of a suite of users all sharing a common set of frequencies at the same time. It is very important that you understand the basics of trunking, so that you understand what you program and why. If this is the first time you've run into this topic, it's strongly suggested that you read the Trunking Basics wiki article before reading further. Concentrate on the basics, Motorola and EDACS topics.

Types of Trunking the 245 Will Handle

a. Motorola Analog 800 Mhz (Type I, II, IIi)
b. Motorola UHF
c. EDACS

Types of Trunking the 245 will not Handle

a. Project 25 systems
b. Several types of EDACS systems, such as:

1. EDACS Narrowband
2. OpenSky
3. ProVoice

c. Logic Trunked Radio or LTR systems; however, you can program these frequencies in a Conventional mode and listen

Using the RadioReference DB (RRDB)

e. Common Programming steps
f. Special Steps for EDACS programming
g. Tips and Undocumented features
h. Software and USB connections