Chap 13 ARCS

Question 0

Simplex channels are

Answer 0

Transmit. And receive point to point on the same frequency
The simplex channels are 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,10,13 and 16
When using simplex channel a message transmitted by HT will be received by another HT on the same channel if it is within range of transmission radio

Question 1

1st arriving ladder company when using ARCS

Answer 1

1. Used in conjunction with HT
2. Officer activate arcs at fire command staton
3. Officer instruct member designated to staff the ICP to monitor the tactical and / or repeater channel/ relay message
4. Ladder officer remain on channel 1 or switch his HT to building duplex UHF radio repeater CHANNEL ( 11 or 12) or acquire in house radio
5. Ensure functional test before leaving lobby
6. Officer notify dispatcher to notify incoming units using arcs
   6 proceed to location of incident

Question 2

Range of HT is determined by

Answer 2

1. Wattage
2. Antenna
3. Topography
4. Battery strength
5. Obstructions

Question 3

Duplex channels are

Answer 3

Transmit on one frequency but recurve a signal back on a different frequency therefore communications on these channels is only possible when used in conjunction with a duplex UHF repeater system
Dues channels are 11,12,14 and 15

Question 4

ARCS

Answer 4

Used to enhance FDNY COMMUNICATIONS 
CONSIST OF :
Transmitter
 receiver
Antenna
Cabling 
Use in conjunction with Fdny issued radio com equipment

Question 5

Two types of ARCS

Answer 5

Programmed to our HT frequencies or

Proprietary frequencies requiring in- house radios to be provided for members