A repeater is a radio installed at a location specifically selected to provide communications between stations that would be unlikely to communicate directly due to either terrain or distance. FM voice repeaters receive on one frequency, and re-transmit the received audio on a different frequency. This does require some specialized equipment.
Don’t worry if you don’t understand the following information. Check out the FAQ or come on down to the clubhouse on any Sunday morning and you will meet several people eager to explain what all this means.
The Marin Amateur Radio Society operates several open voice repeaters in Marin County, under the call sign K6GWE.
| Bahia Ridge (Novato) | 146.700 MHz | PL 203.5 | Minus Offset | Linked – Simulcast System Tx/Rx |
| Mt. Tamalpais (Middle Peak) | 146.700 MHz | PL 179.9 | Minus Offset | Linked – Simulcast System Tx/Rx |
| Mt. Barnabe (Lagunitas) | 146.700 MHz | PL 167.9 | Minus Offset | Linked – Simulcast System Tx/Rx |
| Mt. Tamalpais (West Peak) | 146.700 MHz | PL 192.8 | Minus Offset | Linked – Simulcast System Tx/Rx |
| Mt. Tamalpais (West Peak) | 147.330 MHz | PL 192.8 | Plus Offset | Stand-Alone Repeater |
| Mt. Tamalpais (Middle Peak) | 443.250 MHz | PL 179.9 | Plus Offset | Stand-Alone Repeater |
All Drill and Public Service Events that wish to use the repeaters are required to contact the K6GWE trustee for permission.
MARS’ agreement with Marin R.A.C.E.S. allows the use of the repeaters during declared emergencies.
