Baofengs illegal to use now?

[Cameramonkey]

Ok, I think I have a grasp on this now. So CHIRP is good as long as you use the original config from the radio. If you use a file from some other source you may run into problems.

And if in doubt, Select all channels from the first config, copy, open the second config and paste them in. The inconsistencies/incompatibilites are going to be in the other settings tabs.

 

[jedi]

Shopping List?

So this has been on my list to get but not a rush until the FCC moved it towards the top of my list. What all do I need to put in my shopping cart to buy for this to work? I figure I can research the programming later on but want to buy before price goes up or they go out of stock. Saw some bundles on Amazon.

1. Uv-5r ex
2. Antenna
3. Programming Cable
4. Other accessories?

antenna as in car mounting version?
the little rubber ducky that comes with it is very nice.
a car magnet antenna is even better even if u dont use it on a car. u can use it at home as well.

most other items are meh...

 

[jedi]

oh forgot extra battery or the battery pack that can use AA batteires instead of the battery that comes with the radio. this way regular batteires will work.

 

[lonehoosier]

And if in doubt, Select all channels from the first config, copy, open the second config and paste them in. The inconsistencies/incompatibilites are going to be in the other settings tabs.

It’s starting to make sense.

This is what I would like to program into the radio. In no particular order

Local repeaters
Local first responders
NOAA
Channels that I can talk on without a license.
Scan frequencies. I go to a lot of places were staff carry’s radios and I would like to be able to scan for those frequencies, is that even doable?

 

[lonehoosier]

antenna as in car mounting version?
the little rubber ducky that comes with it is very nice.
a car magnet antenna is even better even if u dont use it on a car. u can use it at home as well.

most other items are meh...

Is there any car antenna that we don’t have to use an adapter for the radios in the OP? Links?

 

[lonehoosier]

I found this to be very informative to load from computer to radio.

[video=youtube_share;-cUmyElf1MI]http://youtu.be/-cUmyElf1MI[/video]

https://youtu.be/-cUmyElf1MI

 

[AngryRooster]

Based on the warnings in CHIRP, I would suggest TT download the current config from his radio, save it and send it to you to modify. They warn of differences in firmware/models that can brick a radio. I havent seen it myself, but thats a pretty dire warning. And easy enough to avoid.

Yep, that was the plan. I didn't know if he had a cable for it yet.

I have several models, but most of them are older so it may not work out well to use them as a base. The safest way, as you said, is to download the file from the host radio. I've done this with radios I've given out as gifts. Almost everyone I've given one to has wanted a lesson on programing and a brief rundown. I just save the file from their individual radio and keep it in a sub folder for mine with their name. It's quick to find "Mike's UV-82L" in case he has problems in the future.

 

[Cameramonkey]

Is there any car antenna that we don’t have to use an adapter for the radios in the OP? Links?

These work well. It comes with the adapter cable.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016SIJX28/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

For ease of use/QD I added this and converted the PL259 to BNC
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QPOQLR6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1


L-com | Ethernet Cable | WiFi Amplifier | Adapter | Wireless | Coaxial (these are custom assemblies for about $30)
1 CC316BMRBM010 (10' RG316 with BNC)
1 BA230 (UHF to BNC adapter)

 

[Ericpwp]

You can scan through all the frequencies in vfo mode, or you can scan through all your programmed channels in Channel mode. I don't think you can scan a subset of channels.

 

[AngryRooster]

Scanning with these is pretty slow, something like 3 channels per second at best. If you use Chirp you can program it to skip channels during a scan. I've got most of mine programed to skip all the channels except the local PD, 2 sheriff, and 2 local repeaters.

We should have a programing party if there is a group buy. Several people bringing a laptop and a cable could knock these out pretty quick.

 

[Haven]

Now this thread makes me wish I had taken the HAM test back in the mid 90s. My father-in-law gave me a set of training cassettes for it back then.


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[Hawkeye]

Now this thread makes me wish I had taken the HAM test back in the mid 90s. My father-in-law gave me a set of training cassettes for it back then.


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I year it’s easier now with the Technician class.


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[AngryRooster]

For anyone else interested, here's a good place to study and take practice tests. Also, the other links have the testing locations and schedules. The Laurel VEC does not charge for the test, the ARRL is $15. The Tech test is pretty quick and easy. If you pass that test then you can go on and take the next one if you like.

https://hamstudy.org/


https://www.laurelvec.com/
Find an Amateur Radio License Exam in Your Area

 

[jedi]

i should have a confirmed price for a package radio, car antenna, extra battery pack for AAA, and headset for a group buy. waiting on my source to confirm final price for a bulk order of 15, 20 or 25 radios.

 

[AngryRooster]

i should have a confirmed price for a package radio, car antenna, extra battery pack for AAA, and headset for a group buy. waiting on my source to confirm final price for a bulk order of 15, 20 or 25 radios.

Just to double check, is it for the model radio in the first post or a different one?

 

[jedi]

baofeng uv-5r ex 5w dual band 2way radio.
which is what the OP was on.

 

[AngryRooster]

baofeng uv-5r ex 5w dual band 2way radio.
which is what the OP was on.

 

[Sailor]

Tagged for updates.

 

[igotdiesel2]

I took my Tech test back in February through the Greenfield radio club. I would love to have a sub forum on here about this stuff. I am still learning about these radios. -Jason

 

[fullmetaljesus]

Also, this gentleman is super helpful. It's a great helper to hamstudy.org

https://www.youtube.com/user/davecasler