To hear what is happening in the electromagnetic spectrum of this area and beyond, you can access our latest addition, the High Frequency SDR scanner, by clicking here and entering your call sign. Enjoy!
Marina GMRS Community Repeater
Stay Connected—Anywhere, Anytime
Our solar-and-wind-powered GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) repeater (**WRAC660**) provides free public access to licensed users, ensuring reliable communication for emergencies, events, and daily life in Marina.
Why GMRS? ✔ Extended Range: Reach farther than FRS (Family Radio Service) radios—ideal for neighborhoods, hikes, and outages. ✔ Family License: One $35 FCC license (no test required) covers your entire household for 10 years. ✔ Emergency Ready: Works when cell or internet services fail. ✔ Community Access: Open to all licensed users. ✔ Great Coverage: Covers the entire city of Marina, with signal reaching areas of Salinas and even over to Santa Cruz
Repeater Details – Frequency: 462.600 MHz (DCS tone 174N) – Coverage: Marina, Parts of Seaside, Lots of Fort Ord, and surrounding areas. – Power: Solar + wind + battery backup for 24/7 reliability.
To Get Started 1. Get Licensed: [FCC GMRS License](easy-to-follow instructions below)– $35 for 10 years (no test, covers family, including children). 2. Program Your Radio: Use CH 17 / Repeater 3 (DCS tone 174N). 3. Join the Network: Questions? Please email us or attend our local meetups, first Saturday of each month at the N6IJ radio station at 599 DX Drive in Marina.
A connected Marina is a safer Marina.
How to Get Your GMRS License (Easy 5-Minute Process) 1. Visit the FCC Website: → Go to the FCC Universal Licensing System (ULS) → Click **”Register”** (first-time users) or **”Login”** (if you already have an FCC FRN).
2. Get an FRN (Free Registration Number): → Required before applying. Fill out the FCC FRN Registration
3. Submit GMRS Application: → Log into ULS, select **”New Application”** > **”ZA – GMRS”** (no test required). → Pay the $35 fee (credit/debit card accepted—valid for **10 years**).
4. Receive Your Call Sign: → Typically issued within 24 hours (check email or ULS).
5. Program Your Radio: → Use WRAC660 (Marina’s repeater) on 462.600 MHz (Ch. 17).
