The UV-5R is ubiquitous in the prepper world. Having just one should remind you of the old adage, "Having two is one, having one is none." The manual can be found online. IIRC, that model has been discontinued but I'm sure there's still plenty in stock all around you can still buy them new.
The Guerrilla's Guide To The Baofeng Radio (book)
I've only read the first two chapters (just got the book today) but I already know it's going to be a great guide to using a Baofeng and emergency communications in general. It'll probably be required reading for our CH3 group.
It has just about everything a non-radio noob needs to know and still has a lot to offer old radio geeks.
...description from the amazon page:
The Guerrilla's Guide To The Baofeng Radio is a handbook for those finding themselves in an austere environment, an underground resistance, or going into harm's way with one of the most common pieces of communications equipment in the world. Going far beyond simple programming or what's written from the Amateur Radio perspective, this manual goes in-depth on how to communicate, creating a communications plan, improvised wire antennas, digital operations and encryption in an easy to follow, step-by-step format based on combat proven methods. Whether you've just invested in a few of the inexpensive radios for an uncertain future or find yourself in rough corners of the world, this manual covers how to create communications where there otherwise would be none.
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It has just about everything a non-radio noob needs to know and still has a lot to offer old radio geeks.
...description from the amazon page:
The Guerrilla's Guide To The Baofeng Radio is a handbook for those finding themselves in an austere environment, an underground resistance, or going into harm's way with one of the most common pieces of communications equipment in the world. Going far beyond simple programming or what's written from the Amateur Radio perspective, this manual goes in-depth on how to communicate, creating a communications plan, improvised wire antennas, digital operations and encryption in an easy to follow, step-by-step format based on combat proven methods. Whether you've just invested in a few of the inexpensive radios for an uncertain future or find yourself in rough corners of the world, this manual covers how to create communications where there otherwise would be none.
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hey guys, this is pretty confusing with all the models available on Amazon. Keep in mind I have one radio already of the older design UV5R.
these are in my cart now. what is best and what will work with the one I already have please?
these are in my cart now. what is best and what will work with the one I already have please?
- Baofeng UV-5R 8 Watt Ham Two Way Radio Upgrade Version (144-148/420-450Mhz), Dual Band Walkie Talkie 1800mAh Li-ion BatteryBaofeng UV-5R 8 Watt Ham Two Way Radio Upgrade Version (144-148/420-450Mhz), Dual Band Walkie Talkie 1800mAh Li-ion Battery
- $25.95
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- BAOFENG BF-F8HP (UV-5R 3rd Gen) 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (136-174MHz VHF & 400-520MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit with Large BatteryBAOFENG BF-F8HP (UV-5R 3rd Gen) 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (136-174MHz VHF & 400-520MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit with Large Battery
- $69.89
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- BAOFENG UV-5R+ Plus Two Way Radio, Long Range for Adults Rechargeable with Earpiece, Walkie Talkie for Outdoors, 144-148 420-450MHz, Qualette Series, BlackBAOFENG UV-5R+ Plus Two Way Radio, Long Range for Adults Rechargeable with Earpiece, Walkie Talkie for Outdoors, 144-148 420-450MHz, Qualette S…
- $26.99
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- Color: Black
- BaoFeng Radio (Upgraded from BaoFeng UV-5R) 8Watt Ham Radio Handheld with Extra 1800mAh Battery and 771 Long Antenna Dual Band Walkie Talkies Two Way Radio Includes Full KitBaoFeng Radio (Upgraded from BaoFeng UV-5R) 8Watt Ham Radio Handheld with Extra 1800mAh Battery and 771 Long Antenna Dual Band Walkie Talkie…
- $37.99
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- Style: UV-5R(Full Kit)
Strongly considering this one for the 2m compatability:
www.baofengradio.com
Amazon.com: BaoFeng UV-S9 Plus 8W High Power 2200mAh Large Battery Tri-Power Portable Two-Way Radio with 15.1Inch 771 Antenna : Electronics
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UV-9S
Functions: TRI-BAND TWO WAY RADIO 1. Frequency Range: VHF/UHF144-148Mhz&220-225Mhz&420-450Mhz 2. Dual-Band Display, Tri Freq. Display, Dual-Standby 3. Output Power: 5Watts 4. 128 Channels 5. Built-in VOX Function 6. 1750Hz Brust Tone 7. ROGER SET 8. LED Flashlight 9. Large LCD Display 10. Hight...
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Show me where they're illegal for sale in the US. The FCC tried and failed to restrict their import in 2018 and that led to a firestorm of internet hysterics that's still floating around but they aren't, and never were, illegal for sale in the US.
Don't panic buy anything
You've got plenty of time to do your homework. Youtube has all the info you need to learn what you need for YOUR prepping requirements. ...just take it all with a huge grain of saltAny of the radio your looking at will work together just fine and all the menus will be close enough to the same that you'll probably never notice the difference. All the ones you show have a Kenwood style mic jack so all the cables and accessories will be interchangeable. (I think all the cheap chinies radios use Kenwood jacks except the waterproof ones)
Look for "dual band". Tri-band is fine but you'll likely never use the 1.25m band so don't pay extra for it. 8w is better than 5w but a good antenna and good operating technique is a heck of a lot more important than the extra 3 watts.
Don't spend a lot of money on package deals with a bunch of doodads you'll never use. Buy barebone radios and pick your own doodads separately.
IMHO if cost is an issue, when the SHTF it's better to have 3 UV-5Rs than one BF-F8.
Most important, any radio is a just a paperweight if you or the folks you want to talk to don't know how to use them
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thank you sirShow me where they're illegal for sale in the US. The FCC tried and failed to restrict their import in 2018 and that led to a firestorm of internet hysterics that's still floating around but they aren't, and never were, illegal for sale in the US.
Don't panic buy anything
Any of the radio your looking at will work together just fine and all the menus will be close enough to the same that you'll probably never notice the difference. All the ones you show have a Kenwood style mic jack so all the cables and accessories will be interchangeable. (I think all the cheap chinies radios use Kenwood jacks except the waterproof ones)
Look for "dual band". Tri-band is fine but you'll likely never use the 1.25m band so don't pay extra for it. 8w is better than 5w but a good antenna and good operating technique is a heck of a lot more important than the extra 3 watts.
Don't spend a lot of money on package deals with a bunch of doodads you'll never use. Buy barebone radios and pick your own doodads separately.
IMHO if cost is an issue, when the SHTF it's better to have 3 UV-5Rs than one BF-F8.
Most important, any radio is a just a paperweight if you or the folks you want to talk to don't know how to use them
My bad. I was thinking the 220 range and confused it with 2m band.
Looks like I still need to study before taking my test.
Semantics?!?!? There's a HUGE difference between "illegal to sell" and "use illegally". It's not illegal to sell a gun. It is illegal to buy one and use it to rob a liquor store.
Your grasping at weak straws BPH. If something isn't against some law it's not illegal.
But since you asked, it's right here on the back of the radio. (or in Title 47 CFR if the radio doesn't have an FCC ID#)
Nice try BPH, you're hoping nobody will read the link and somehow it says something that proves me wrong. But it says exactly what I've been saying this whole thread.
You keep trying to nitpick everything I say but you're always wrong. If you just wait and skulk long enough, I'll get some little fact wrong and you can have a field day. Until then just leave me the hell alone.
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