Baofeng UV-5R Step-by-Step Manual Programming Instructions
--By Tom Pierce K8EBR The UV-5R handheld transceiver is programmed using two data registers: 1) Frequency mode and 2) Channel mode. These two modes may be selectively toggled by pressing...
A Comprehensive Guide to FRS and PMR Radio
Introduction Radios have obvious advantages in providing real-time, simple, and reliable communication, making them an indispensable tool in many activities and emergencies. Since FRS and PMR radios do not require...
A to Z Radio Glossary of Terms
Are you fascinated by the world of radio communication? Whether you're a seasoned ham radio operator, an enthusiast, or just curious about radio technology, understanding the terminology and abbreviations used...
Baofeng UV-17R Plus Series Review
-- by Ben Sangster VK3TBS I recently got my hands on a new Baofeng UV-17R Plus Series radio. It didn’t take long at all to arrive and was not expensive...
Review of UV-17R - New GEN of UV Series!
---by Aubrey Mason Box, accessories,charger Packaging is nondescript, unlike other HT’s you sell – no graphics telling you what’s inside. I would prefer graphics like your other boxes. It was...
Custom Power-on Image Tutorial for Baofeng Radios
Introduction In modern two-way radio usage, personalization has become a key factor in enhancing user experience. One popular customization feature is the ability to set a custom boot image, allowing...
BAOFENG Official Website Announcement
Founded in 2001, Fujian Baofeng Electronics Co., Ltd. is a high-tech enterprise engaged in the research and development, production, and sales of handheld walkie-talkies and their accessories. We are one...
UV-9G VS GMRS-V2
More and more people choose GMRS radios as their communication tool when adventuring, camping, and hiking with family and friends. BAOFENG UV-9G and BTECH GMRS-V2...
How to Program Baofeng UV-5R Series with Programming Software
Since the UV-5R series share the same manufacture programming software and CHIRP support most of Baofeng UV-5R models, this programming guidance is a helpful preference to the following model: Baofeng...
About GMRS: The Difference Between Simplex & Repeater Channels
As a licensed radio service, GMRS, the General Mobile Radio Service, operates in the 462 and 467MHz range. Most people that use GMRS, not all, but mostly GMRS is...
How Easy to Use a GMRS Radio?
Nowadays a lot of people use GMRS when adventuring, hiking, skydiving or just sitting on the couch at home whenever need to talk to another person. It has a lot...
The Facts About Distance: What’s the Range for Radio?
What’s the range for these to communicate with someone? How many miles? ——This is almost the most common question people ask before getting a new two-way radio.While some radios ads...