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	=== Where can I find information on CAP radio system frequencies? ===		=== Where can I find information on CAP radio system frequencies? ===

	See information on frequencies in Chapter 9 and Chapter 10 of ~~CAPR100~~-1. This regulation prescribes concepts, policies, and standards which govern the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Radio Communications Program. The National Commander prescribes the minimum communications requirements. Practices, procedures, and standards prescribed in this regulation are mandatory. All suggestions for modification and improvement of the program will be forwarded through the chain of command.		See information on frequencies in Chapter 9 and Chapter 10 of {{Pub\|CAPR\|100-1}}. This regulation prescribes concepts, policies, and standards which govern the Civil Air Patrol (CAP) Radio Communications Program. The National Commander prescribes the minimum communications requirements. Practices, procedures, and standards prescribed in this regulation are mandatory. All suggestions for modification and improvement of the program will be forwarded through the chain of command.

	Frequency information may be obtained providing you are in a communications track and in a group or higher level by going to E-Services and selecting the Communications site. The frequency information is found in the Communications Library General Information tab.		Frequency information may be obtained providing you are in a communications track and in a group or higher level by going to E-Services and selecting the Communications site. The frequency information is found in the Communications Library General Information tab.
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	=== Is there a CAP National Radio Communications Network Plan? ===		=== Is there a CAP National Radio Communications Network Plan? ===

	Access to this plan is restricted. See details under eServices at the bottom of the page click on ""Communications"" which will take you to the ""Communications Area Security System"" and allow access to the Communications plan.		Access to this plan is restricted. See details under eServices at the bottom of the page click on "Communications" which will take you to the "Communications Area Security System" and allow access to the Communications plan.

	Click on ""Communications Library"" under ""Communications Applications, Programs, Library, Reports and Information"".		Click on "Communications Library" under "Communications Applications, Programs, Library, Reports and Information".

	=== If an ICS Communications Log is the current form in use, where would I find it? ===		=== If an ICS Communications Log is the current form in use, where would I find it? ===
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	a. FLASH (Z)		a. FLASH (Z)

	b. IMMEDIATE (O)		b. IMMEDIATE (O)

	c. PRIORITY (P)		c. PRIORITY (P)

	d. ROUTINE (R)		d. ROUTINE (R)

	=== What is High Frequency Automatic Link Establishment (HF/ALE)? ===		=== What is High Frequency Automatic Link Establishment (HF/ALE)? ===

	High Frequency Automatic Link Establishment (HF/ALE) is the next generation of HF radio technology being implemented throughout the Civil Air Patrol communications system. In the HF/ALE environment, each radio operates automatically across a suite of frequencies. This differs from conventional HF in which a “net” is a gathering of stations, usually on a single frequency at a specific time. In the ALE methodology a “net” is a group of radios continuously scanning a common suite of frequencies.		High Frequency Automatic Link Establishment (HF/ALE) is the next generation of HF radio technology being implemented throughout the Civil Air Patrol communications system. In the HF/ALE environment, each radio operates automatically across a suite of frequencies. This differs from conventional HF in which a “net” is a gathering of stations, usually on a single frequency at a specific time. In the ALE methodology a “net” is a group of radios continuously scanning a common suite of frequencies. CAP’s 21st Century HF/ALE system will not use traditional scheduled voice nets for operational missions. Rather, it will be composed of a system of decentralized point-to-point, peer-to-peer stations strategically located to provide connectivity required for tactical and command and control communications. The system will be organized into a National Command Net and eight Region Command Nets.
	CAP’s 21st Century HF/ALE system will not use traditional scheduled voice nets for operational missions. Rather, it will be composed of a system of decentralized point-to-point, peer-to-peer stations strategically located to provide connectivity required for tactical and command and control communications. The system will be organized into a National Command Net and eight Region Command Nets.

	=== I'm am interested in purchasing a personal portable VHF radio for CAP use. Is there any guidance available on appropriate units other than the list of NTIA compliant radios in the communications section? ===		=== I'm am interested in purchasing a personal portable VHF radio for CAP use. Is there any guidance available on appropriate units other than the list of NTIA compliant radios in the communications section? ===
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	To see the task required to become a Mission Radio Operator, you can go to Operations Qualifications in eServices. Follow the steps below to get to the SQTR for MRO:		To see the task required to become a Mission Radio Operator, you can go to Operations Qualifications in eServices. Follow the steps below to get to the SQTR for MRO:

	- Once in Operations Qualifications, click on ""Entry/View Worksheet"" under Emergency Services.		- Once in Operations Qualifications, click on "Entry/View Worksheet" under Emergency Services.
	- In the ""Achievement"" dropdown, select ""MRO - Mission Radio Operator""
			- In the "Achievement" dropdown, select "MRO - Mission Radio Operator"

	- The task are then shown on the page.		- The task are then shown on the page.

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	~~== Communications ==~~

	=== Can the Introductory Communications Users Training (ICUT) be taught in a classroom setting? ===		=== Can the Introductory Communications Users Training (ICUT) be taught in a classroom setting? ===

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	=== Where can I find information about the proper protocol for message urgency as in which message is more important than others? ===		=== Where can I find information about the proper protocol for message urgency as in which message is more important than others? ===

	Message precedence is covered in para 1-14 of CAPR 100-3. Briefly, the precedence in order of importance are:		Message precedence is covered in para 1-14 of {{Pub\|CAPR\|100-3}}. Briefly, the precedence in order of importance are:

	a. FLASH (Z)		a. FLASH (Z)
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	=== What are prowords and where can I find a list of them? ===		=== What are prowords and where can I find a list of them? ===

	Common prowords used in CAP communications are found in CAPR 100-3, attachment 4.		Common prowords used in CAP communications are found in {{Pub\|CAPR\|100-3}}, attachment 4.

	=== Where can I find the phonetic alphabet? ===		=== Where can I find the phonetic alphabet? ===

	The phoenetic alphabet can be found in CAPR 100-3.		The phoenetic alphabet can be found in {{Pub\|CAPR\|100-3}}.

	=== Does the FCC issue call signs to all users including the federal government? ===		=== Does the FCC issue call signs to all users including the federal government? ===

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If an ICS Communications Log is the current form in use, where would I find it?

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	The communications log is CAP Form 110. You can find it on the forms and pubs page at capmembers.com.		The communications log is CAP Form 110. You can find it on the forms and pubs page at capmembers.com.

	You can also access the from through the following link: CAPF 110		You can also access the from through the following link: {{Form\|CAPF\|110}}

	=== Where can I find online tests for communicators? ===		=== Where can I find online tests for communicators? ===

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Where can I find the requirements for earning the Communicator's Badge and patch?

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	Where can I find the requirements for earning the Communicator's Badge and patch?		Where can I find the requirements for earning the Communicator's Badge and patch?

	The communications patch is the cloth equivalent of the communications badge which is awarded in recognition of completion of the various levels (technician, senior, and master) of the communications specialty track {{Pub\|CAPP 214}}. It is NOT authorized for wear by communications users who have completed only ICUT, BCUT or ACUT training.		The communications patch is the cloth equivalent of the communications badge which is awarded in recognition of completion of the various levels (technician, senior, and master) of the communications specialty track {{Pub\|CAPP\|214}}. It is NOT authorized for wear by communications users who have completed only ICUT, BCUT or ACUT training.

	=== Where can I find information about Mission Radio Operator (MRO) Tasks? ===		=== Where can I find information about Mission Radio Operator (MRO) Tasks? ===

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How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP?

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	=== How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP? ===		=== How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP? ===

	For requirements and procedures, please see {{Pub\|CAPR 100-1}}, Chapter 5.		For requirements and procedures, please see {{Pub\|CAPR\|100-1}}, Chapter 5.

	=== Is there a CAP National Radio Communications Network Plan? ===		=== Is there a CAP National Radio Communications Network Plan? ===

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	Where can I find the requirements for earning the Communicator's Badge and patch?		Where can I find the requirements for earning the Communicator's Badge and patch?

	The communications patch is the cloth equivalent of the communications badge which is awarded in recognition of completion of the various levels (technician, senior, and master) of the communications specialty track CAPP 214. It is NOT authorized for wear by communications users who have completed only ICUT, BCUT or ACUT training.		The communications patch is the cloth equivalent of the communications badge which is awarded in recognition of completion of the various levels (technician, senior, and master) of the communications specialty track {{Pub\|CAPP 214}}. It is NOT authorized for wear by communications users who have completed only ICUT, BCUT or ACUT training.

	=== Where can I find information about Mission Radio Operator (MRO) Tasks? ===		=== Where can I find information about Mission Radio Operator (MRO) Tasks? ===

NMcLarty27: /* How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP? */

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How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP?

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	=== How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP? ===		=== How do I get certified as a radio operator in CAP? ===

	For requirements and procedures, please see CAPR 100-1, Chapter 5.		For requirements and procedures, please see {{Pub\|CAPR 100-1}}, Chapter 5.

	=== Is there a CAP National Radio Communications Network Plan? ===		=== Is there a CAP National Radio Communications Network Plan? ===

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	== Communications ==		== Communications ==