No other type of radio tastes better atop some toasted bread with a little Swiss cheese melted on top and maybe even a dollop of mustard, that's for sure.
Features
Disclaimer: No License is required to purchase this radio, nor to Monitor (listen) to the many Amateur (Ham) Radio frequencies. However, an FCC License is required to Transmit (Talk) on Amateur Radio Frequencies in the USA. Please visit http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/amateur/licensing to learn more.
Baofeng UV-5R V2+ Dual-Band Ham Radio
The Baofeng UV-5R V2+ is the LATEST 2014 radio from Baofeng. The transceiver is a micro-miniature multi-band FM transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing local-area two-way amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability. One of the primary advantages of the UV-5R V2+ over the UV-5RA and older models is the UV-5R V2+'s inherently compatibility with Baofeng 7.4V 3800mah and 3600mah Extended Batteries. This feature really separates the UV-5R V2+ into a class of its own able to perform under heavy use for several hours longer than its predecessors.
The transceiver is a micro-miniature multi-band FM transceiver with extensive receive frequency coverage, providing local-area two-way amateur communications along with unmatched monitoring capability.
- Frequency Range: 136-174 / 400-479.995 MHz.
- Latest firmware Metallic upgraded, durable housing. English user manual included.
- Compatible with UV-5R 3800mah and 3600mah Extended Batteries. More enhanced construction and features than previous UV-5R and UV-5RA
- New auto-band detection removes the need for using the Band button entirely. The UV-5R V2+ will now detect the band automatically when input.
Shipping Note: Shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, PO Boxes and APO addresses not available for this item
Warranty: 1 Year Foscam
Specs
On HAM Radio usage and licensing.
Do I need a license to buy or listen to an Amateur radio?
A license is not required to purchase the equipment, or even to listen (Monitor) to HAM radio frequencies.
Do I need a license to transmit on HAM radio frequencies?
Yes, an FCC license is required to transmit on certain frequencies that the radio is capable of transmitting on in the USA.
What type of HAM radio licenses are there, and what is required to get a HAM radio license?
There are currently 3 levels of Amateur licenses.
The Entry level or "Technician Class" License simply requires passing a very basic and simple 35 questions multiple choice test.
The upper level "General" & "Extra" class licenses require additional multiple-choice written tests each
Where can I get more information to get licensed?
This website from The national association for amateur radio should give you an overview and provide some helpful information in getting you HAM radio license.
http://www.arrl.org/getting-licensed
- The Baofeng UV-5 V2+ is a hand held transceiver providing 5 watts in the frequency range of 136-174 MHz and 400-480 MHz.
- It is a compact, economical HT that includes a special VHF receive band from 65 - 108 MHz which includes the regular FM broadcast band.
- Dual watch and dual reception is supported.
- You get up to 128 memories.
- Other features include: selectable wide/narrow, battery save function, VOX, DCS/CTCSS encode, key lock and built in flashlight.
- Selectable frequency steps include: 2.5, 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5 and 25 kHz.
- RF power may be selected at 4 or 1 watts.
In the Box:
- (1) Baofeng UV5RV2B UV-5R V2+ Plus Dual-Band 136-174/400-480 MHz FM Ham Two-way Radio
- (1) 7.4v 1800mah Battery
- (1) Li-ion battery charging dock
- (1) US AC/DC power supply 10v 500mA
- (1) Belt Clip
- (1) Antenna
- (1) Wrist hand strap
Specs
On HAM Radio usage and licensing.
Do I need a license to buy or listen to an Amateur radio?
A license is not required to purchase the equipment, or even to listen (Monitor) to HAM radio frequencies.
Do I need a license to transmit on HAM radio frequencies?
Yes, an FCC license is required to transmit on certain frequencies that the radio is capable of transmitting on in the USA.
What type of HAM radio licenses are there, and what is required to get a HAM radio license?
There are currently 3 levels of Amateur licenses.
The Entry level or "Technician Class" License simply requires passing a very basic and simple 35 questions multiple choice test.
The upper level "General" & "Extra" class licenses require additional multiple-choice written tests each
Where can I get more information to get licensed?
This website from The national association for amateur radio should give you an overview and provide some helpful information in getting you HAM radio license.
http://www.arrl.org/getting-licensed
- The Baofeng UV-5 V2+ is a hand held transceiver providing 5 watts in the frequency range of 136-174 MHz and 400-480 MHz.
- It is a compact, economical HT that includes a special VHF receive band from 65 - 108 MHz which includes the regular FM broadcast band.
- Dual watch and dual reception is supported.
- You get up to 128 memories.
- Other features include: selectable wide/narrow, battery save function, VOX, DCS/CTCSS encode, key lock and built in flashlight.
- Selectable frequency steps include: 2.5, 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5 and 25 kHz.
- RF power may be selected at 4 or 1 watts.
In the Box:
- (1) Baofeng UV5RV2B UV-5R V2+ Plus Dual-Band 136-174/400-480 MHz FM Ham Two-way Radio
- (1) 7.4v 1800mah Battery
- (1) Li-ion battery charging dock
- (1) US AC/DC power supply 10v 500mA
- (1) Belt Clip
- (1) Antenna
- (1) Wrist hand strap
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