Definitions for "GMRS"
Keywords:  adio, obile, eneral, ervice, fcc
eneral obile adio ervice. Formerly known as Class A CB. Businesses and individuals can be found on GMRS repeaters, which are located on eight channel pairs in the 462/467 MHz range. New FCC rules aimed at eliminating business use of GMRS do not allow new license applications by businesses. They can only renew existing GMRS licenses if they have made no significant changes in their radio operations. (see FRS)
( eneral obile adio ervice) - A long-range, 2-way radio service designated for recreation and other non-business applications. Due to the extended range of GMRS, FCC licensing is required. GMRS uses Ultra High Frequency (UHF) bands between 462 and 469 MHz.
General Mobile Radio Service is a land-mobile radio service available for short-distance two-way communications to facilitate the activities of an adult individual and his or her immediate family members, including a spouse, children, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and in-laws.