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expiredthespecial posted Jul 07, 2021 01:51 PM
expiredthespecial posted Jul 07, 2021 01:51 PM

UV-5R Ham Radio Handheld High Power Two Way Radio with Driver Free Programming Cable and 3800mAh Battery Includes Full Kit Walkie Talkie (2Pack) $62.22

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Amazon.com has 2 packs 8w two band ham radio [amazon.com],
Reg.$88.88
Deal: $62.22
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You will get:
2x UV-5R Radio
2x 3800mAh Battery
2x TD-771 High Gain Antenna
1x Driver Free Programming Cable
2x Speaker Mic
2x Earpiece
2x Antenna
2x Belt Clip
2x Desktop Charger
2x English Manual

https://www.amazon.com/gp/mpc/A12KDHQDF7GH3W
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Amazon.com has 2 packs 8w two band ham radio [amazon.com],
Reg.$88.88
Deal: $62.22
No code needed, discount will be applied automatically at checkout.

You will get:
2x UV-5R Radio
2x 3800mAh Battery
2x TD-771 High Gain Antenna
1x Driver Free Programming Cable
2x Speaker Mic
2x Earpiece
2x Antenna
2x Belt Clip
2x Desktop Charger
2x English Manual

https://www.amazon.com/gp/mpc/A12KDHQDF7GH3W

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Jul 07, 2021 09:00 PM
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SirradiodudeJul 07, 2021 09:00 PM
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Quote from rghazzi :
Not sure why this deal is getting bad reviews, but I think it's a good deal unless someone think it's not and wants to tell us why
I believe the biggest factor is that these AREN'T BaoFeng UV-5R Radios.
Many clone brands promise same or better features and performance but actual performance is lacking. These type of sellers also INTENTIONALLY attempt to deceive buyers by masking these are not actually BaoFeng with exact same model numbers and pics obscuring the clone brand name.
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Jul 07, 2021 09:18 PM
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overzeetopJul 07, 2021 09:18 PM
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Quote from Bargainmeister :
If the material isn't something you're familiar with, you'll have to study for a few weeks FOR SURE.
I got 100% on the technicians so they let me take the general for free, which I of course failed because
I hadn't studied for that. Not super hard, but not easy-peasey either.
Most of these courses can be passes if you can memorize the small-ish question pool, and there are lots of online resources for sample tests and learning. I only studied for Technician (needed it for a radio beacon) but - like you - passed and they let me take the General. I passed general on my memory from one EE class in college and general engineering know-how (note: I'm aero/structural - anything that doesn't connect with exactly two wire confuses me). Then they let me take Extra, which I did not pass. Extra has a lot more detailed information on antenna configurations and types. I asked if I was close and the proctor said he couldn't tell me my score, but that - statistically - if I had guessed I would have scored better. laugh out loudlaugh out loud
Jul 07, 2021 09:42 PM
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1CheapSOBJul 07, 2021 09:42 PM
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Quote from TunaNugget :
Sure, you can't go in completely blind; you have to memorize a small amount of info (being familiar with the concepts is both overkill and insufficient). But I passed the technician, general, and extra in one sitting, and compared to the easiest college course, it was easy.
If one can't pass, I suggest 2 cups with string
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Jul 07, 2021 09:51 PM
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KLondike5-1212Jul 07, 2021 09:51 PM
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Quote from LotusCloudLex :
Is it difficult to get a ham license?
Way easier now than when I got my General class and had to copy Morse Code at 13 WPM.
Jul 07, 2021 09:55 PM
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KLondike5-1212Jul 07, 2021 09:55 PM
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Does anyone see the frequency coverage on these? I looked through the Amazon listings well as going the the manufacturer's website. I assume this is 2 meter and 70 cm, but I'd like to see it in writing somewhere!
Jul 07, 2021 09:56 PM
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danath256Jul 07, 2021 09:56 PM
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Quote from LotusCloudLex :
Is it difficult to get a ham license?
Not really, I used
https://hamstudy.org/

I have some electronics background so that part was easy for me. studied for about 3 weeks and then took the test.
Last edited by danath256 July 7, 2021 at 03:58 PM.
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Jul 07, 2021 10:01 PM
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SammieSocal25Jul 07, 2021 10:01 PM
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Quote from danath256 :
Not really, I used
https://hamstudy.org/

I have some electronics background so that part was easy for me. studied for about 3 weeks and then took the test.
Studied for 3 weeks? Oh man

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Jul 07, 2021 10:04 PM
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KunnilingusJul 07, 2021 10:04 PM
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Great fun using these to troll hams with. BuT U dOnT hAvE a LiCeNsE!!!
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Jul 07, 2021 10:08 PM
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Jul 07, 2021 10:08 PM
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look alike baofang clones?

"Tidradio" brand with 168 item reviews
No name seller
vitahui
Business Name: Guangzhou WeiTuanHui E-commerce limited

1188 lifetime feedback (low)
only 177 in the last year. this is a tiny barely used seller account.

ymmv, seems sketch. you'll get what you pay for (at best)
Last edited by sarcasmogratis July 7, 2021 at 04:38 PM.
Jul 07, 2021 10:10 PM
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BREAKFAST.4Jul 07, 2021 10:10 PM
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I bought a set to communicate with each other on my land
Jul 07, 2021 10:28 PM
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budsterJul 07, 2021 10:28 PM
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I'm ignorant on this subject, but wanted to understand what are the practical differences between FRS/GMRS and ham radio. Is it mainly that ham radio has a longer range?
Jul 07, 2021 10:32 PM
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sumguysrJul 07, 2021 10:32 PM
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Quote from LotusCloudLex :
Is it difficult to get a ham license?
The first level is called a technicians license. You take a short test and the question bank is freely available online. Most tests cost $10 or $20. There's a couple clubs that offer them for free.
Jul 07, 2021 10:35 PM
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andreasnycJul 07, 2021 10:35 PM
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Quote from LotusCloudLex :
Studied for 3 weeks? Oh man
Quote from danath256 :
Not really, I used
https://hamstudy.org/

I have some electronics background so that part was easy for me. studied for about 3 weeks and then took the test.
This was EXACTLY what many of us wanted to know - if someone really just wanted to use them as walkie talkies, would it be easily worth it ... anywhere close to 3 weeks of study for ALL users ... not worth it or likely to happen. Thanks @danath256 & others.
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Jul 07, 2021 10:36 PM
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cgigateJul 07, 2021 10:36 PM
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I prefer the real Baofeng UV-5R than clone one ...
Too many political overwhelmed the deal thread...

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Jul 07, 2021 10:37 PM
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cyber1983Jul 07, 2021 10:37 PM
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How is this brand related to Baofeng?

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