19 set legalities
 

Can anyone enlighten me on the legalities of operating a 19 set?

Perry

You can legally use the A set if you have at least passed the amateur radio exam with basic plus 5 wpm morse code or basic plus honours. This entitles you to use the HF bands.

The B set falls outside of the authorized bands so legally you shouldn't use it. If you have an advanced class license you could probably tweek the B set from 235 MHz down to the 220-225 MHz band.

In the old days when we actually had enforcement it was against the law to own a transmitter unless you were duly licensed. I don't think there is much enforcement anymore.

There are many 19 sets (and other mil rigs) on the air around the world.

19 set
 

you do not need any morris code for a ham ticket and forget that radio active BS The problem with my set is dried out caps my setup cost too much to explode past VE7CCW now VE7AYN :coffee

Thanks for chiming in gentlemen. I had heard of the B set being a no-no to operate because of the frequencies used. Just looking for confirmation.

Perry