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Reddit mentions of Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black)

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We found 28 Reddit mentions of Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black). Here are the top ones.

Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black)
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The Baofeng UV-5RA is a compact, economical HT covering 2 meters and 440 MHz. It has 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.FCC ID: FCC ID: 2AJGM-UV5R (part 15 & part 97). Selectable frequency steps include: 2.5, 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5 and 25kHz. RF power may be selected at 4 or 1 watts.Incorporates 105 codes "DCS" and 50 privacy codes "CTCSS" programmable.Selectable wide/narrow, battery save function, VOX, DCS/CTCSS encode, key lock and built in flashlight.Dual PTT keys; A/B band independent operation.Tri-color background light selectable; 0~9 grades VOX selectable.
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Found 28 comments on Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black):

u/notcaffeinefree · 21 pointsr/AskReddit

I don't know about laws in other counties, but in the USA you need to take (and pass) an exam. More info here: http://www.arrl.org/licensing-education-training. The entry-level license isn't all that difficult (and there's practice stuff online to get a sense of what kind of questions are asked). It's 35 questions and you must get 26 of those correct to pass.

As for the radio, I believe you can buy one and still use it to listen without a license. But do not transmit without a license. There's some pretty cheap ones on Amazon that get good reviews like this one. As a beginner, there's probably not much more you'll need out of a radio (and at ~$35 you're not making a huge investment into a hobby that you may not be sure about).

u/Making_stuff · 9 pointsr/shutupandtakemymoney

I purchased a UV-5Ra recently for approx $30. I don't understand what makes this UV-82 a deal per se vs. picking up one of these guys. In the link you provided, the UV-82 is described as having a louder speaker. I mean, that's cool and all, but the rest of the specs look like the 5Ra.

I'm recent to HAM - I got my technicians license in the fall. So I'm keeping my eyes open for cheap entry-level stuff. If there's a reason this one is boon over the cheaper Baofengs, please let me know. I'm all up for HAM stuff that's below the $50 price point. 'Cuz I ain't got money fo dat.

u/mwilliams · 7 pointsr/amateurradio


$20 - RTL-SDR - see /r/RTLSDR, ability to listen to a wide range of frequencies, including the VHF/UHF ham bands, but also scanner activity and everything else in between.

$52 - HF upconverter for the RTLSDR - Add HF listening to the RTLSDR - this is where all the good stuff is (in my opinion), the shortwave, DX, data modes, CW, weather fax, etc etc.

$36 - Baofeng UV-5R - transmit/receive on 2m/440, might not be as nice as the B5 model, but it's $20 cheaper. And quite frankly, I think once you get a taste of HF, your HT is going to collect dust. These keep on getting cheaper and cheaper, they're almost disposable at this point. So if you really dig having an HT and want a B5 or a newer model down the road, it won't break the bank. I've got a hand mic for mine and it's hooked up to an outdoor antenna - talks to all my local repeaters quite easily. Get the USB programming cable and maybe an after market antenna.


u/lithiumsix · 3 pointsr/airsoft

CM048M $184.95

Lower Facemask $11.90

Smith Boogie Regulators $29.99

MAG AKM Box of 5 $34.99

M22 Vest 199,00 zł or $65.77

Baofeng UV-5RA $36.00

Battery Charger $4.49 - Use a power cord from an old linksys router or other device (12v-15v DC)

2x 7.4V Lipo $10.05 x 2 = $20.10

BBs $9.99

Use any clothing under your vest, hat is optional.

Total: $398.18 for a Syrian Rebel kit, includes spare Lipo to play all day and a radio to praise Allah over the airwaves.

u/chandler404 · 3 pointsr/amateurradio

If you're in for a little challenge, you can get this UHF HT for $17, and this cable for $6, then install chirp and use it to hit UHF repeaters.

If you wanna really treat yourself, you could trade up to this $31 radio and throw in VHF as well as UHF repeaters.

u/bhosmer · 3 pointsr/amateurradio

A lot of us started out with a UV5R. Around $25

u/demasrv · 3 pointsr/INDYCAR

I posted in another thread but here's my setup. With it, I can listen to the broadcast AND flip to any of the driver's channels. Super cheap.
> You can buy a baofeng UV-5R on Amazon for $30, a programming cable for $8, a headphone adapter for $10 and just program it every year. This is my setup. It works well and I'll be posting the file you can import into this radio. I usually use over the ear protection over my headphones.
Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_VtVhzbHQ6NMNG
BTECH 2 Pin to 3.5MM Adapter with Push-to-Talk Button (Adapts 2 Pin BaoFeng/Kenwood/BTECH Radios to 3.5mm Headsets with in-line Mics) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B019YJMRZS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_bsYAluLHSuWOJ
Baofeng Programming Cable for BAOFENG UV-5R/5RA/5R Plus/5RE, UV3R Plus, BF-888S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CP0I474/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_tvVhzbM7VNDGE
I'm not sure my link for the actual radio is the cheapest on Amazon. Also the programming doesn't let you transmit so no worries there!

https://www.reddit.com/r/INDYCAR/comments/6bmhxv/scanner_rental_questions/dhrl7wl/

I'll also add at Indy you can listen to several channels including the radio broadcast, the track PA, track officials, etc.

u/sseville · 3 pointsr/NASCAR

No problem. There appears to be a slightly newer, "improved" version here for $34. Or you can get the same version I have, here for $26.

Either way, basically the same radio, may as well just go with the cheaper of the two. Both are the same unit internally; but if things like a multi color backlight for the screen are important, the $34 dollar one is better.

With either, you'll also need a headphone adapter plug, 2.5mm to 3.5mm, here for around $5.

u/pleione · 3 pointsr/amateurradio

Have you checked RadioReference for your area to see what frequencies your local agencies use? If your area uses VHF/UHF, it'd be a decent radio to use, but a Baofeng would be pretty much the same, performance-wise, while costing about a quarter of the Wouxun.

Many cities and counties are moving to trunked radio, which require either software, or a trunk-tracking scanner to listen.

u/TommyyyGunsss · 2 pointsr/cbradio

Could you by any chance recommend a set? I'm trying to search but most seem to be little more than kids toys.

So, how do you feel about these?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009MAKWC0?qid=1384292328&sr=8-2

u/jimmythefrenchfry · 2 pointsr/HamRadio

I'm learning too; a great way to accelerate learning is to buy a baofeng 5 (link below) and try to find and listen to conversations on the 2m and 70cm bands. It greatly helped me understand concepts in the ARRL Technician book (studying for the test).

https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-136-174-400-480-Dual-Band-Transceiver/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1510632052&sr=8-4&keywords=ham+radio

going to move up later to better/stronger gear, but this little baofeng is pretty fun, plus there's a lot of vids on youtube (many made by preppers) on how to use it.

then after you're licensed, you can use the baofeng 5 to listen AND talk via 70m and 2m bands (e.g., via repeaters)

u/prizrak5 · 2 pointsr/amateurradio

Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black) https://www.amazon.in/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_wzUxDb0N038X9

This is $20

u/thedubya22 · 1 pointr/INDYCAR

I used a Baofeng UV5RA. Cheap little radio I've had for a while, but it works beautifully. I just upgraded the antenna and have a decent headset.

Edit: Note that this is a transmitting radio, so you need to be ham licensed to operate it.

u/grendelt · 1 pointr/amateurradio

Does he have a handheld radio?
If not, Amazon has the Baofeng UV5R or Baofeng UV-5RA for less than $35 each (same radio, just different styling - I have the UV5R).
May we (I) also recommend getting this $7 programming cable so he can program it from his computer (easier than doing it by hand). And this $8 antenna will allow the radio to perform better than the one it comes with.

If he does not already have a radio like this, such a gift would surely surprise him and keep him busy all during Christmas.

u/chunk_le_funk · 1 pointr/preppers

I have a couple of these

Seemed to work well during the storm north of Atlanta.

u/ncrainbowgrrl · 1 pointr/raleigh

I have friends who use this basic one for security purposes

Baofeng UV5RA Ham Two Way Radio 136-174/400-480 MHz Dual-Band Transceiver (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_UfbBDbEH2EKSB

u/_Heimdall_ · 1 pointr/amateurradio

I just purchased this radio and this antenna for my car.

Do I need anything else? I intend on ordering the cable, CD, and chirp soon.

Any people here in the SoCal/San Diego area?

u/bluehiro · 1 pointr/overlanding

Yes, you absolutely need a license to trasmit (talk). You can buy the radio and listen without a license, which is still pretty handy.

I have this one:

https://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-136-174-400-480-Dual-Band-Transceiver/dp/B009MAKWC0

and I'm pretty happy with it. Dirty cheap and seems to work very well. Thinking of buying another one actually.

u/Schrockwell · 1 pointr/ECE

First things first, come check out /r/amateurradio. Good group of guys over there.

The books from the ARRL are generally used to study for the exams:

  • Ham Radio License Manual for Technician (most basic) class
  • General Class License Manual to upgrade your license to General - this is the really fun license to have, because you get access to the HF (shortwave) frequencies

    You can usually find older editions of these books at libraries or from other hams. The older editions are still relevant, but the specific questions in the question pool will be out of date.

    The big ham radio store is Ham Radio Outlet although that is certainly not the only avenue. For example, you can get cheap handheld radios on Amazon.
u/bengals02 · 1 pointr/amateurradio

I need help choosing my first radio. I want to get it just after my exam in late December (after Christmas) so that I can order it right after I get my license (hopefully!). I've narrowed it down to 4 radios. I'm on a bit of a budget, so that's why I'm going really cheap.

  1. [Baofeng UV-5RA] (http://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-UV5RA-136-174-Dual-Band-Transceiver/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408887006&sr=8-)

  2. [BaoFeng UV-5RE] (http://www.amazon.com/Dual-Band-Improved-Stronger-Enhanced-Features/dp/B00C83AU9S/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1408887006&sr=8-5&keywords=ham+radio)

  3. [Baofeng UV5R] (http://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-UV5R-136-174-400-480-Dual-Band/dp/B007H4VT7A/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1408887006&sr=8-3&keywords=ham+radio)

  4. [BaoFeng UV-5RB] (http://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-UV5RA-136-174-Dual-Band-Transceiver/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1408887006&sr=8-1&keywords=ham+radio)

    This list is in no particular order but I would prefer to get the UV-RE because I want the emergancy alerts and the flashlight (I'm not sure if any of the other ones have those).

    I have also found what seems to be a [good, cheap antenna] (http://www.amazon.com/NAGOYA-NA-771-Antenna-BAOFENG-KG-UVD1P/dp/B00BY3XN7E), an NA-771, but I would like to know if there are any better, cheaper ones out there that connect to the radios I stated above.

    My price range for everything is about $45, but I will go to $55 if I have to. I would also be open to any better radios out there that are within my price range. Thanks in advance for your help!

    Tl;dr - I need a $45 radio and I need you guys to help me decide on one, or lean me towards another one.
u/ItsBail · 1 pointr/amateurradio

Yes it will get you on the air. I am not sure about the external antenna they show but you can always build something.

I noticed it's not a buy it now auction. If the price gets any higher, I would head over to Amazon Instead and buy the radio and programming cable. You don't have to get a hand mic but it's up to you.

u/5k1ttl3 · 1 pointr/amateurradio

Yeah, I really dont either. The Baofeng (pofung now) HTs are very inexpensive for what they are. You can get a pair, with mics and USB programming cables for well under $100. You'll then be able to hit local 2m and 70cm repeaters and do simplex between the two. This is my starting point. My next exam session is about 2 weeks from now. I hope to go 0 to general

edit
If you're not familiar, check here:
http://www.amazon.com/Baofeng-UV5RA-136-174-Dual-Band-Transceiver/dp/B009MAKWC0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1406179764&sr=8-1&keywords=baofeng

you'll want an aftermarket antenna and the USB programming cable as well