Replacing my Baofeng UV-5r with inexpensive TYT
Video sponsored by: buytwowayradios.com I explain why I’m replacing my Baofeng with the TYT TH-UV88, I show you my new, inexpensive ham radio, compare them and get the TYT on the air to make a contact. Buy a TYT TH-UV88:…
What is the range of a handheld ham radio?
The range of handheld ham radios like Baofeng UV-5r and Kenwood TH-D74 can be a few miles or around the world. I discuss what impacts range and how hams extend the range of handhelds. I also make a contact. My…
Baofeng UV-5r listening to an ISS astronaut
I listen in on a ham radio contact between a local school and an astronaut aboard the International Space Station. find upcoming International Space Station ham radio activities: Product links: Baofeng UV-5R: Diamond SRJ77CA antenna: Apple Ipad mini: SMA F…
Baofeng UV-5R decoding ham radio APRS packets using I-Pad
In this video, I explain APRS for ham radio and it’s practical uses. I show how to use a Baofeng UV-5r and an I-Pad to decode and display APRS packets on a map. Product links: Baofeng UV-5R: Diamond SRJ77CA antenna:…
Baofeng BF-F8HP testing for FCC ham radio compliance
Be sure to check out the previous Baofeng testing video: Don and I test several radios using his spectrum analyzer to see if they comply with FCC regulations part 97. Tested radios include: Baofeng UV-5R, Baofeng BF-F8HP, Kenwood TH-F6, TYT…
Baofeng UV-5R upgrade to Kenwood TH-D74A ham radio, is it worth it
I show what you get when you upgrade a Baofeng UV-5R to a top of the line, Kenwood TH-D74a tri-band handheld ham radio. I categorize the list by value, and sum up if it’s worth the price difference. Product links:…
Is my Baofeng UV-5R legal? Testing spurious emissions
I test my Baofeng UV-5R for spurious emissions and out of spec harmonics, with the help of Don N2VGU. Will it pass? What will I do if it fails? I also test my Kenwood TH-D74A North Fulton Amateur Radio League:…
Tips for new ham radio ops
I give tips that I was given, or wish I was given when I first started the amateur radio hobby. lookup available vanity callsigns: Super Elastic antenna I use is made by signalstuff Links: Baofeng UV-5R: SMA-F to BNC-F adapter:…
Baofeng UV-5R top things to listen to: Part 2
Follow up video, where I discuss more things you can listen to using a Baofeng UV-5R radio. Watch Part 1: Links: Diamond antenna: MURS radios: MURS frequencies: Baofeng APRS cable: Space Station Radio status: Baofeng battery upgrade: NOAA weather radio:…
Baofeng UV-5R; Top 5 things to listen to
I go through the top five things you can listen to with the Baofeng UV-5R handheld ham radio. Buy the Baofeng UV-5R: SMA-F to BNC-F adapter: APRS cable: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Super Elastic antenna…