Offline Tool
Net Control Quick Ref
Net control (NCS) runs check-ins, traffic, and discipline on a scheduled or emergency net. This quick reference is the script and proword set for a volunteer who just got handed the net.
Standard check-in
- Listen — know the net name, net control (NCS) call, and purpose.
- When called for comments, give: callsign, name, location, traffic (yes/no), remarks.
- Example:
KI4TQN, Avery, Johnson City, no traffic, monitoring. - Stay on frequency unless directed; use minimum necessary words.
Traffic priority
| Class | Prefix | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency | EMERGENCY | Life/property — immediate |
| Priority | PRIORITY | Urgent welfare, time-sensitive |
| Health & Welfare | WELFARE | Status inquiries |
| Routine | ROUTINE | General messages |
Common prowords
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Break | I have traffic for the net |
| Clear | I am done transmitting |
| Copy | I received your transmission |
| Say again | Repeat your transmission |
| Stand by | Wait — I will call you |
| All stations | Everyone on frequency |
NCS net log
Log check-ins and traffic during your net — saves locally on this device.
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