Test Your Radio Frequency Knowledge! Trivia Questions Quiz
Below are Test Your Radio Frequency Knowledge Trivia Questions Quiz. Radio communication is very common when it comes to security forces, and different people use different frequencies. Take up this quiz and get to see how much you the frequencies and how to use them correctly and to create them too. All the best!
- 1.
"Emergency" alarms on the HPA Dispatch 1 and HPA Car 1 talkgroups. It is a very annoying sound, and will not quit until the alarm is cleared - you cannot simply turn the volume down and ignore it. How do you silence these alarms?
- A.
Each troop a operator must acknowledge the alarm
- B.
Go to the icon that shows the alarm, it will be the icon where the border around the icon turns red and the inside flashes red. The" A_Trunking" tab at the top of the console will flash also. To clear the alarm, press the "cross" button on that icon and another drop down will appear, click on that to clear the alarm.
- C.
Officer must acknwoledge
- D.
Go to the icon that shows the alarm, it will be the icon where the border around the icon turns green and the inside flashes red. The" A_Trunking" tab at the top of the console will flash also. To clear the alarm, press the "cross" button on that icon and another drop down will appear, click on that to clear the alarm.
Correct Answer
B. Go to the icon that shows the alarm, it will be the icon where the border around the icon turns red and the inside flashes red. The" A_Trunking" tab at the top of the console will flash also. To clear the alarm, press the "cross" button on that icon and another drop down will appear, click on that to clear the alarm.Explanation
To silence the emergency alarms on the HPA Dispatch 1 and HPA Car 1 talkgroups, you need to go to the icon that shows the alarm. This icon will have a red border and a flashing red inside. Additionally, the "A_Trunking" tab at the top of the console will also flash. To clear the alarm, you must press the "cross" button on that icon. This will prompt a drop-down menu, and you need to click on it to clear the alarm.Rate this question:
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- 2.
If, however, the emergency alarm is on a MO IO channel, or another statewide talk group,what must be done?
- A.
Every dispatch console in Troop A must acknowledge the alarm
- B.
Every dispatch console in Troop A along with all MCD officers must acknowledge the alarm
- C.
Every dispatch console in the state has to acknowledge the alarm.
Correct Answer
C. Every dispatch console in the state has to acknowledge the alarm. -
- 3.
The emergency alarm is activated on a mobile or portable radio when an officer presses the _______button on the _________of the mobile or top of the HT.
- A.
Orange and front
- B.
Red and front
- C.
Orange and back
Correct Answer
A. Orange and frontExplanation
The emergency alarm is activated on a mobile or portable radio when an officer presses the orange button on the front of the device.Rate this question:
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- 4.
On the mobile, this is easily confused with the power button, which is simply regular. ________ button with a _______on it.
- A.
Black and box
- B.
Black and circle
- C.
Black and x
Correct Answer
B. Black and circleExplanation
The correct answer is "black and circle" because on a mobile device, the power button is usually a regular button, while the button with a black and circle symbol is commonly associated with the home button or navigation button. This symbol is often used to indicate the action of returning to the home screen or navigating through different screens or apps. Therefore, it is easy to confuse the power button with this button due to their similar appearance.Rate this question:
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- 5.
You clear the alarm at the console, the officer is not required to do anything.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
When the alarm is cleared at the console, it means that the issue causing the alarm has been resolved or acknowledged. Therefore, there is no further action required from the officer. This implies that the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Problems with Charger radios. The whips are 48 inches. According to the cutting chart, they should be what length for proper range?
- A.
47
- B.
44.5
- C.
48.5
- D.
46.75
Correct Answer
D. 46.75Explanation
The question is asking for the proper length of the whips for Charger radios, according to the cutting chart. The correct answer is 46.75.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Narrowbanding & Charger / Taurus radio range problems If an officer turns on the radio and Ch 2 says ________ it needs to be programmed before_________?
- A.
Mutual aid, December 31
- B.
Point to point, January 1
- C.
Mutual aid, January 1
Correct Answer
C. Mutual aid, January 1Explanation
If an officer turns on the radio and Ch 2 says "Mutual aid, January 1" it needs to be programmed before January 1.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Since we have a new strobe on the tower that is blinking day and night, we need to make ____tower log entries in order to comply with ________and________.
- A.
2,FAA,SOP
- B.
2,FAA, G.O.
- C.
2,FCC, G.O.
Correct Answer
C. 2,FCC, G.O.Explanation
The correct answer is 2, FCC, G.O. This is because the mention of a new strobe on the tower implies that it is related to communication and broadcasting. The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) is responsible for regulating and overseeing communication technologies, including tower equipment. G.O. stands for General Order, which refers to a set of regulations or guidelines issued by the FCC. Therefore, in order to comply with the regulations set by the FCC regarding the new strobe on the tower, two tower log entries need to be made.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Transmitter counters are now at each console position. They are labled_______through_____. Transmitter counts are due_____________.
- A.
P1 - P5,end of each month
- B.
P1 - P5,first of each month
- C.
P1 - P4, end of each month
- D.
P1 - P4, first of each month
Correct Answer
D. P1 - P4, first of each monthExplanation
The correct answer is "P1 - P4, first of each month." This means that the transmitter counters are labeled from P1 to P4 and they are counted at each console position on the first day of each month.Rate this question:
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- 10.
A new shp form____ is now available as a PDF fill in form.
Correct Answer
306 - 11.
You receive an exterior activity alarm at the Hume tower. After creating a cfs (rtower) and sending an officer to check the status (as well as now checking the cameras in radio) whom should you email to advise the everything is okay?
- A.
James, the Chief, all radio operators
- B.
James, the Chief, all radio operators, Corey Chaney
- C.
James, the Chief, all radio operators, Craig Haugen
- D.
James, the Chief, all radio operators, Craig Haugen,Jerry Goans
Correct Answer
D. James, the Chief, all radio operators, Craig Haugen,Jerry GoansExplanation
The correct answer is to email James, the Chief, all radio operators, Craig Haugen, and Jerry Goans to advise that everything is okay. This ensures that all relevant personnel are informed about the situation and can take appropriate action if necessary.Rate this question:
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- 12.
During the winter months there is the threat of ice to our PECO loband hi-power transmittes. If icing does occur, you will see greater than normal PA grid current and higher reflected power. As a rule if weather conditions are__________and the outside temperature is________or below the front panel should be checked for the above RF.
- A.
Damp (drizzle, rain) and 32 degrees or below
- B.
Damp (drizzle, rain) and 32 degrees or above
- C.
Damp (drizzle, rain) and 36 degrees or below
- D.
Damp (drizzle, rain) and 36 degrees or above
Correct Answer
C. Damp (drizzle, rain) and 36 degrees or belowExplanation
If the weather conditions are damp (drizzle, rain) and the outside temperature is 36 degrees or below, the front panel should be checked for the above RF. This is because during the winter months, there is a threat of ice to the PECO loband hi-power transmitters. If icing occurs, it can cause greater than normal PA grid current and higher reflected power. Therefore, it is important to check the front panel for RF in these specific weather conditions to ensure proper functioning of the transmitters.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Turning down the power (RF drive control), will alleviate conditions caused by antenna ice accumulation. You may have to take power down to _______ ________ or lower, to stay within normal operating parameters of the equipment.
- A.
2000, watts
- B.
1500, watts
- C.
1000, amps
- D.
1000, watts
Correct Answer
D. 1000, wattsExplanation
Turning down the power (RF drive control) to 1000 watts or lower will help alleviate conditions caused by antenna ice accumulation and ensure that the equipment stays within normal operating parameters. By reducing the power output, the equipment can operate more efficiently and effectively despite the ice accumulation on the antenna.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Reference above, it would be best to turn the power down when the________shift leaves at ______or so and have_____ shift check it before they relieve you.
- A.
Day,1500,2300
- B.
Evening,2300,day
- C.
Evening,1500,day
Correct Answer
B. Evening,2300,dayExplanation
It would be best to turn the power down when the evening shift leaves at 2300 or so and have the day shift check it before they relieve you.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Operators should use the Dayton tower at ALL times to talk to Bates County cars.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
This statement suggests that operators should always use the Dayton tower to communicate with Bates County cars. This implies that the Dayton tower is the designated communication channel for Bates County cars, and it is important for operators to adhere to this rule consistently. Therefore, the correct answer is true, indicating that operators should indeed use the Dayton tower at all times to talk to Bates County cars.Rate this question:
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- 16.
At all times on rural you are transmitting on the Peco and Marshall unless you are talking on Warsaw or Dayton
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The statement suggests that when transmitting on the rural network, one is always using the Peco and Marshall channels, except when communicating on the Warsaw or Dayton channels. Therefore, the statement is true as it implies that Peco and Marshall are the default channels for transmission on the rural network.Rate this question:
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- 17.
Which sites are receive only?
- A.
Trimble, Odessa, Hughesville
- B.
Trimble, Odessa East Jackson , Hughesville
- C.
Trimble, Odessa East Jackson, Warsaw
Correct Answer
B. Trimble, Odessa East Jackson , HughesvilleExplanation
The sites that are receive only are Trimble, Odessa East Jackson, and Hughesville.Rate this question:
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- 18.
Anytime ice builds up on antennas, it will greatly reduce your ability to talk as far as normal and you will not hear as well as normal, either. Since it is not possible for us to remove ice from the base station and repeater antennas, I ask that you remove ice from the mobile__________________and____________ __________on the driver's side rear quarter panel of the patrol car.
- A.
High-band whip antenna, spring mounted
- B.
High-band trunk antenna, spring mounted
- C.
Low-band whip antenna, spring mounted
- D.
Low-band whip antenna, trunk mounted
Correct Answer
C. Low-band whip antenna, spring mountedExplanation
Ice build-up on antennas can significantly affect communication capabilities and sound quality. The correct answer suggests that the ice should be removed from the "low-band whip antenna, spring mounted" on the driver's side rear quarter panel of the patrol car. This implies that the low-band whip antenna is more susceptible to ice build-up compared to other options, and removing the ice from this specific antenna will help improve communication and sound quality.Rate this question:
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- 19.
On the Metro Channel, the only tower you can transmit on besides the backup Metro is Metro Remote.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The given statement suggests that on the Metro Channel, the only tower available for transmission, apart from the backup Metro, is Metro Remote. This means that if someone wants to transmit on the Metro Channel, they have the option to choose either the backup Metro or Metro Remote towers. Therefore, the statement is true.Rate this question:
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- 20.
If you shut down the Motorola Elite Dispatch screen, how many tries will lock you out?
- A.
What is a Motorola Elite Dispatch screen?
- B.
You can't get locked out
- C.
1 try
- D.
3 tries
Correct Answer
D. 3 triesExplanation
The correct answer is 3 tries because the question implies that there is a lockout mechanism in place if you shut down the Motorola Elite Dispatch screen. This suggests that after three unsuccessful attempts, the system will lock you out, preventing further access.Rate this question:
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- 21.
When you go to switch profiles (from one ear to another) and receive the error with the "yellow caution icons," what should you do?
- A.
What are yellow caution icons?
- B.
Ignore them. They will go away.
- C.
Just key up (click on) a transmitter to clear the error and continue to select the repeaters you use until the ones you want are clear.
Correct Answer
C. Just key up (click on) a transmitter to clear the error and continue to select the repeaters you use until the ones you want are clear. -
- 22.
Regarding the above question, this error occurs on____________?
- A.
Trunking, lowband
- B.
Trunkking only
- C.
Trunking, highband
- D.
Lowband
Correct Answer
D. LowbandExplanation
The given correct answer suggests that the error occurs specifically on the lowband. This means that the error is related to the low frequency range of the trunking system. It could be a problem with the lowband equipment or a limitation in the lowband frequency range that is causing the error.Rate this question:
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- 23.
To log back into elite dispatch the correct username and password are?
- A.
Mshptroopa,Motorola1
- B.
Mshpradioa,Motorola1
- C.
Mshpdispatchers,Motorola1
Correct Answer
C. Mshpdispatchers,Motorola1Explanation
The correct username and password to log back into elite dispatch are "mshpdispatchers" for the username and "Motorola1" for the password.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Regarding the above question, once you have logged in to Windows, what is the basic userid and password for the dispatch software?
- A.
1234,motorola
- B.
Z1s01p0x,motorola
- C.
Radio,motorola
Correct Answer
B. Z1s01p0x,motorolaExplanation
The correct answer for the question is "z1s01p0x,motorola". This is because the question asks for the basic userid and password for the dispatch software after logging into Windows. Among the given options, "z1s01p0x" is the userid and "motorola" is the password.Rate this question:
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Lastly, for each console there is a uniqure user id. Example: z1s01p0X - X is the operative for each console. Therefore, 1=_________, 2=________,3=__________ and 4=__________
- A.
Metro,back metro,back rural,rural
- B.
Rural,metro,back rural, back metro
- C.
Back metro,metro,back rural rural
Correct Answer
A. Metro,back metro,back rural,ruralExplanation
The given answer correctly matches each console number (1, 2, 3, and 4) with a corresponding combination of "metro" and "back" (metro, back, metro, back, rural, rural).Rate this question:
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- 26.
Shp form 306 is used_____________
- A.
Whenever an officer fills out a 325
- B.
Whenever you replace a headset
- C.
Whever you replace equipment in a patrol vehicle
Correct Answer
C. Whever you replace equipment in a patrol vehicleExplanation
Shp form 306 is used whenever you replace equipment in a patrol vehicle.Rate this question:
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- 27.
For shp-306, you must fill out two forms.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
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- 28.
Attach the 306 to the _______ you are sending back. The form should show the_______ _______inventory # and the numbers of the new equipment that was_____________in its place.
- A.
Form,current equipment,removed
- B.
Form, defective part,installed
- C.
Equipment,defective equipment,installed
Correct Answer
C. Equipment,defective equipment,installedExplanation
The correct answer is "equipment, defective equipment, installed". This is because the sentence mentions attaching the 306 to the equipment being sent back, and the form should show the inventory number of the defective equipment that was removed and the numbers of the new equipment that was installed in its place.Rate this question:
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