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nacho daddy
(OP) User ID: 74285733 United States 09/27/2019 07:43 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Here is a link that explains all about these radios. You can also use them as a scanner for local cops as long as they are not using trunking technology. [link to baofeng-uv-5re.blogspot.com] Depending on the terrain around you...range is anywhere from 2 miles to 10 from what I've read. The day the soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership. |
nacho daddy
(OP) User ID: 74285733 United States 09/27/2019 07:44 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Agreed The 8 watt version costs about $62 The ban covers all Baofeng radios and others with this capability. Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall sell or offer for sale hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and under any other licensed or licensed-by-rule radio services in this chapter (devices may be authorized under this subpart with part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations). Last Edited by Templar Knight on 09/27/2019 07:47 AM The day the soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership. |
Wilson Blu
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 77668171 United States 09/27/2019 07:52 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Agreed The 8 watt version costs about $62 The ban covers all Baofeng radios and others with this capability. Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall sell or offer for sale hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and under any other licensed or licensed-by-rule radio services in this chapter (devices may be authorized under this subpart with part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations). 8 watts next to your head? SMART...... |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 76906214 United Kingdom 09/27/2019 07:58 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | There are just three days left until the U.S. sales ban on multi-band Baofeng UV-5R handie-talkies takes effect. As of October 1st, 2019, it will be illegal to advertise or sell them. But they will still be legal to operate. Only licensed amateur can operate on their ham bands. However, unlicensed folks can operate with them on their FRS, and MURS bands. Quoting: nacho daddy Everyone should have access to portable two-way communication should things go awry in this country. Personally, I believe the closer the 2020 election comes, more false flags and outright anarchy from the left will ensue. The closer you are to liberal-run cities the more dangerous things will become. The Baofeng UV-5R is a remarkably inexpensive radio ($23.00) imported from China that will keep you in touch with others should the need arise. Learn about them here and order before its too late! [link to www.amazon.com (secure)] Banned? Q: WTH is happening in this world? A: Complete control. And barely anyone notices, acknowledges, or questions it. |
Riff-Raff
DEFCON 4 User ID: 75189898 United States 09/27/2019 08:00 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Agreed The 8 watt version costs about $62 The ban covers all Baofeng radios and others with this capability. Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall sell or offer for sale hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and under any other licensed or licensed-by-rule radio services in this chapter (devices may be authorized under this subpart with part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations). 8 watts next to your head? SMART...... Most people here would use these for emergency situations, not on a daily basis, in which case I'll take the short-term certain advantage of 8 watts versus the long-term possible risks of developing brain cancer. "Collapse is a process, not an event." - Unknown "It's in your nature to destroy yourselves." - Terminator 2 "Risking my life for people I hate for reasons I don't understand." - Riff-Raff Deputy Director - DEFCON Warning System |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 73821388 United States 09/27/2019 08:00 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | They really aren't being banned, they just have to make models that either do HAM freqs or non-HAM freqs, but no longer can do both. If you're not a HAM operator, that's not a big deal. Just get a gmrs radio and you're good to go. |
House of Atreides
User ID: 71719764 United States 09/27/2019 08:01 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Agreed The 8 watt version costs about $62 The ban covers all Baofeng radios and others with this capability. Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall sell or offer for sale hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and under any other licensed or licensed-by-rule radio services in this chapter (devices may be authorized under this subpart with part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations). 8 watts next to your head? SMART...... I’m sure it has ear jack without looking Fear is the mind killer |
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nacho daddy
(OP) User ID: 74285733 United States 09/27/2019 08:01 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Agreed The 8 watt version costs about $62 The ban covers all Baofeng radios and others with this capability. Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall sell or offer for sale hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and under any other licensed or licensed-by-rule radio services in this chapter (devices may be authorized under this subpart with part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations). nope here it is for $38 (8 watts, full kit) [link to www.amazon.com (secure)] I was looking at the 3rd Gen. model. [link to www.amazon.com (secure)] The day the soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership. |
Patagonians
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Riff-Raff
DEFCON 4 User ID: 75189898 United States 09/27/2019 08:03 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Agreed The 8 watt version costs about $62 The ban covers all Baofeng radios and others with this capability. Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall sell or offer for sale hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and under any other licensed or licensed-by-rule radio services in this chapter (devices may be authorized under this subpart with part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations). nope here it is for $38 (8 watts, full kit) [link to www.amazon.com (secure)] Thanks for that link, Trin. Been thinking about buying a second one to pair up with the one I already have. Just went ahead and purchased it. 5 Stars and green for you, OP. "Collapse is a process, not an event." - Unknown "It's in your nature to destroy yourselves." - Terminator 2 "Risking my life for people I hate for reasons I don't understand." - Riff-Raff Deputy Director - DEFCON Warning System |
nacho daddy
(OP) User ID: 74285733 United States 09/27/2019 08:04 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | What's the reason for the ban? Quoting: Patagonians Don't they want the sheep communicating with each other? They apparently do not want two-way radios that can operate on both FRS, GMRS as well as ham bands. The radios are not being banned, only the sale and advertising of them. They will still be allowed to be used. The day the soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 77307194 United States 09/27/2019 08:07 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | With the stock antenna these have about a half mile range depending on terrain. With the 12 inch whip antenna they get about 2 miles on flat terrain with trees etc. On top of a 2 story building with no hills around you could probably get 5 miles. |
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nacho daddy
(OP) User ID: 74285733 United States 09/27/2019 08:09 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Good point, thanks for bringing it up. I ordered a new prog. cable plus software for a total of $5.28 with free shipping. [link to www.ebay.com (secure)] The day the soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership. |
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Anonymous Coward User ID: 72034950 United States 09/27/2019 08:11 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | Here is a link that explains all about these radios. You can also use them as a scanner for local cops as long as they are not using trunking technology. [link to baofeng-uv-5re.blogspot.com] Depending on the terrain around you...range is anywhere from 2 miles to 10 from what I've read. Or a digital format such as P25. This particular method is frequently used on conventional (non trunking) systems. |
ChefElvis
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Patagonians
User ID: 78037167 Argentina 09/27/2019 08:14 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | What's the reason for the ban? Quoting: Patagonians Don't they want the sheep communicating with each other? They apparently do not want two-way radios that can operate on both FRS, GMRS as well as ham bands. The radios are not being banned, only the sale and advertising of them. They will still be allowed to be used. You're still not telling me why. Can you elaborate on the reason they don't want the plebs (anymore) to own radios that can operate on both FRS, GMRS as well as ham bands? I'm not too savvy with radios. Thnx And when he gets to Heaven, to Saint Peter he will tell: "Just another soldier reporting, Sir. Ive served my time in Hell" |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 53927732 United States 09/27/2019 08:15 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | In a month they will be selling versions that only operate in the FRS/GMRS frequencies and you will be able to buy them again. Quoting: R. Wordsworth They really aren't being banned, they just have to make models that either do HAM freqs or non-HAM freqs, but no longer can do both. If you're not a HAM operator, that's not a big deal. Just get a gmrs radio and you're good to go. But if SHTF isn't it the HAM frequency you want to be communicating with? seeing as only ham operators will be able to communicate? |
Anonymous Coward User ID: 77984006 Ireland 09/27/2019 08:17 AM Report Abusive Post Report Copyright Violation | What's the reason for the ban? Quoting: Patagonians Don't they want the sheep communicating with each other? They apparently do not want two-way radios that can operate on both FRS, GMRS as well as ham bands. The radios are not being banned, only the sale and advertising of them. They will still be allowed to be used. You're still not telling me why. Can you elaborate on the reason they don't want the plebs (anymore) to own radios that can operate on both FRS, GMRS as well as ham bands? I'm not too savvy with radios. Thnx It's obvious. They don't want people independent and out buying these most useful devices when the SHTF. |
R&y
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