Development direction of EMS for communication base stations

How do I select a EMS base station Radio?

To select a channel on an EMS base station radio, you should set the channel selector on the local primary channel as used in your area. The channel select button must be depressed in order to transmit on the selected frequency.

What CTCSS tone do EMS med radios use?

For this reason, all New Mexico EMSCOM UHF radios on the EMS MED channels should be using CTCSS tone 136.5. Types of Stations: A base station transmits directly to mobiles and portables. If the base station is at some distance away from the operator, it is known as a remote base station.

What are the main functions of the EMSCOM system?

The EMSCOM system's main functions are to provide communications between ambulance/rescue and hospital emergency rooms to allow notification of incoming injured patients to health care facilities.

How do I use the EMScom system?

When using the EMScom system, always identify whom you are calling, give your unit number, name of service, and the repeater in use. For example: 'Mobile to base - Call up using a repeater transmission route.'.

What is the purpose of the EMSCOM manual for?

This manual is provided for the use of all services that may have occasion to use the New Mexico Emergency Medical Services Communications (EMSCOM) System. The intended purpose of the manual is to provide a basic understanding of the capabilities and proper utilization of the State EMSCOM system. Maintenance policies are also included.

Why did the FCC create the EMRS?

The FCC created the EMRS in 1993 for use by EMS Services only. It allows for the use of the 10 UHF paired frequencies (MED Channels) currently in use by EMSCOM as well as several VHF and UHF simplex frequencies for dispatch, operations, and paging.