These frequencies are the frequencies that the 49MHz ERC suggests you use for hobbyist operations. Because the 49MHz band is shared with military operations, petroleum operations, and the occasional public safety allocation; it's a good idea to stick to these frequencies for operations. They're allocated to Personal Radio. 49.8300MHz - Recommended Hobbyist Operations Freq 49.8450MHz 49.8600MHz - Recommended Hobbyist Operations Freq. 49.8750MHz 49.8900MHz