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--- proximity_search [2022/03/19 21:27] – kd6kpc
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-The Proximity Search allows you to search for repeaters near a town or landmark. You can select a radius (or distance) from the search location and all repeaters within that radius will be included (it's actually a box that is created).
+====== Proximity Search ======
-You can search for a maximum of two bands at the same time or for a repeater with a specific frequency. You can also filter by repeater call sign, feature, or operational status. You can narrow to repeaters that are listed as "Open" only.
+The **Proximity Search** feature allows users to locate repeaters near a specific town, landmark, grid square, address, or GPS coordinate. It is designed to help users quickly identify nearby repeaters for efficient communication planning.
-Finally, you can select the default sort type of the output.
+===== Features and Functionality =====
-The output of the Proximity Search and all related outputs are by order of distance from the target location.
+**Search Location and Radius**:
+  - Enter a town, landmark, or exact GPS coordinates (in decimal format) as the search location.
+  - Specify a **radius** (distance) from the search location to include all repeaters within that range.
-RepeaterBook.com uses the [[https://developers.google.com/maps/documentation/geocoding/overview|Google Maps API]] to geocode the queried location.
+**Search Options**:
+  - Select the desired bands for the search or search for a repeater with a **specific frequency**.
+  - Apply filters to narrow down results by:
+    * **Repeater Call Sign**.
+    * **Feature** (e.g., IRLP, EchoLink).
+    * **Mode** (e.g., FM, DMR, D-Star).
+    * **Operational Status** (e.g., "On-Air," "Unknown").
+  - Restrict results to repeaters listed as **"Open"** use.
+**Sorting**:
+  - Choose a **default sort type** for the output, such as sorting by frequency, call sign, or other criteria.
+  - By default, results are sorted by **distance** from the search location.
+**Output**:
+  - All related outputs from the Proximity Search are displayed in order of distance from the target location.
+  - Clicking on a repeater in the results provides detailed information, including operational status, features, and contact details.
+  - Results can be mapped or exported.
+===== Technology Behind the Search =====
+RepeaterBook.com leverages the [[https://developers.google.com/maps/documentation/geocoding/overview|Google Maps API]] to geocode the entered location. This ensures precise mapping of towns, landmarks, and GPS coordinates for accurate search results. Try to be as specific as possible with the location. For example, do not just enter a city, but also include the state.
+===== Benefits of Proximity Search =====
+. **Convenience**:
+   - Quickly find repeaters in a specific area without browsing through large databases.
+. **Customization**:
+   - Tailor searches based on band, frequency, and other filters to suit specific communication needs.
+. **Accuracy**:
+   - Leverages modern geocoding technology for pinpoint accuracy.
+. **Ease of Use**:
+   - Provides a straightforward interface for both novice and experienced users.
+===== Tips for Effective Use =====
+- Ensure GPS coordinates are entered in **decimal format** (e.g., 40.7128, -74.0060).
+- Use smaller radii for densely populated areas with many repeaters to avoid overwhelming results.
+- Explore the "Open Only" filter to focus on open use repeaters.