I'm in California also. Are these still okay to use in CA? I want to get one for scanner purposes instead of a bearcat. Thanks in advance.

Im new to this im goin to get one

you all prolly dont give a damn but does any of you know of a method to get back into an instagram account..? I was dumb forgot my login password. I would love any assistance you can offer me.

@Hugh Fox instablaster :)

@Maverick Lennon i really appreciate your reply. I found the site through google and im trying it out atm. Takes a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

Wouldn’t buying a new battery for the UV5R be a tad wiser & less expensive than buying a new radio ? 🤷‍♂️😂😂

The battery is insane I love it

Reaganx229 should have read the comments before I responded to a why not change it to not tx

You can also disable TX on VHF,UHF or both bands ENTIRELY if you JUST want to use it as a scanner.

@@jamesslick4790 nice option ... sweeeet

GET RT SOFTWARE

Why would you want to do that? Don't trust your fingers? Might as well just take out the battery.

Armed Rogue You're welcome, AR! Yes, just go get one already! They're fun! ;)

+Oscar Lechuga You are very welcome, Oscar. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Newbie here, explain the function of the PTT button in simple terms if you wouldn't mind

The PTT button, or Push To Talk, will switch you over to transmitting when held. This is what requires a HAM license in the US so in Jimmy T's case, he programmed it so the PTT didn't do it in his case.

@SilverStone XAdvanced Who cares?

In Britain, one can get a five-year business licence for £75. Virtually no questions other than name, address & phone numbers. For that we get 15 UHF & VHF designated frequencies which even Hams cannot use.

How can they regulate people who don’t have a license from using these things?

FRS, GMRS and MURS are all now LICENSED BY RULE. I am pretty sure (with exception; GMRS requires a license, no exam just pay $70'00). Conduct yourselves accordingly. That's that. Do not interrupt others and do not be ignorant/rude/profane, or otherwise negative. The FCC does not have the time, manpower or resources to track down all the people/children/families/hikers/campers/workers using 0.5W, 2W or 5W frequencies...that are provided for public uses anyway! It is ridiculous and it is obvious. Furthermore, these are bands that do not interfere with amateur Ham radio operators anyway, so I really do not understand the technician license holders getting so irate over people showing an interest in the exact same system/hobby that they are interested in! That is also RIDICULOUS! Why would I care if anyone gets a fine? Instead of encouragement and positive support it is "You don't have a license. I do! You aren't allowed to do that. I am!" If that is what amateur radio clubs are all about I'm going to have nothing to do with them, or their shite licenses.

@@mikesey1 no one cares

I'm all about the GUI!

Terminal is where the real magic happens 😜

pip tool is a godsend.

I'm with you. cmd or bash for life!

I didn't know there WAS a CLI! Bonus points!

Cyclops Triceratops Very cool! I am honored. Please keep me posted with your channel. I'd love to subscribe and see what videos you come out with.

Thanks TUP. My channel is up and running! You certainly don't have to follow me, but you're a huge inspiration!

How did that ham Radiwork for you?I just ordered one thinking it was a recent release

@@imjustmetoo7419 It was ok. I wish I had spent more on a better radio. I wish I had never sold it. I botched the sale pretty badly. Forgot the earpiece and everything. I feel bad about it still. The radio didn't reach very far, even with a Nagoya 20 inch whip antenna. It was a ridiculously big antenna. Still I recieved almost nothing. My advice to anyone who wants a baofeng is to save your money for something more high quality like a Yaesu or an ICom, get a base station if you actually want to communicate with more than static. I'm a ham from canada. Rules to be a ham in canada are kind of strict. That is all a possible explanation for my sour experience with it. But I am not letting it get me down. I am hoping to invest in a new base station soon. Ham radio rulez -CK

@@Clarkaraoke Wish I had found this review and you before placing that order. (Lol). I wrote down the info you provided. I've wanted to get into ham radios since I was a kid. Now that I'm all grown up, its time. I guess I'll play around with this handheld when it comes in amd save up for a base. I'm hoping that being on a hilltop (843 ft above sea level) will help me receive signals better.

@@imjustmetoo7419 It still picks up the emergency weather stations just fine from almost any front porch, and that could be critical in a disaster situation. I've seen people mod their baofengs on youtube to reach crazy distances. It can be done. I just believe that I am a poor study at ham lol. I threw money at the problem and it got me nowhere. A good ham with some tinfoil and copper cable can do wonders. They're not wrong when they describe the unit as being incredibly versatile. It is a platform you can use to do great things. Again, I regret selling my model. Especially since I live in the countryside. In rural parts. It could be handy in this situation regardless. For the price, you can't go wrong. Good luck with your ham radio journey. It's a wonderful and supportive community!

@@Clarkaraoke I was actually wondering if I could use copper coat hangers and aluminum foil...like old school radios (cos the antennas always broke...or sucked). Lol. I've also considered my grandfathers TV antenna...like, rigging an adaptor. But honestly...I'm to lazy to innovate. ;) Thanks for the conversation and info. If you use line app boy.blasphemy is my add name. If not...maybe I'll find you on Ham one day (I'm in the US, Alabama state). Take care and have a good night.

Agree totally.

Thanks Joseph! I have some more radio reviews in the works.

+Neomaya Davila No, the extra power would just be converted to heat instead of a better signal. A good antenna is key and in many ways is more important than the power output.

+Neomaya Davila It annoyed me. I kept wanting to yell at him to TAKE A BREATH! Good info though.

If you take away all the "ah" he says there really isnt much being said 😆 just kidding

chrluc Welcome! SurvivalTech Nord is a great resource for subjects like Ham Radios. I enjoy all of his work and see him as a very valuable resource in our preparedness community.

I'n glad you enjoyed it!

Lost-n-Found Awesome! I'm SO happy to have helped push you off the fence. So cool!

Awesome!

Check your squelch setting.

+Terry Cameron Yes, it's better to unplug it when not in use anyway; the AC adapter is a vampire load.