BTech GMRS-V2 Review & How BTech Botched The Release Of Their Newest GMRS HT Radio
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- This is my review of the new GMRS-V2 by BTech. I show you what comes in the box, some of my favorite features of BTech's newest GMRS handheld radio, I test the power output of the GMRS V2 and I do some FARS testing. I also tell you the story of how Btech totally botched the launch of this new GMRS walkie talkie.
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Ratings are down, views are down, change your content get your ham license and learn to tell the truth about radios instead of making money off people by selling them stuff that is wrong.
Ahh Mrs. Moody.. My favorite serial hater.. I'm not sure where you are getting your data about my channel, but according to my TH-cam Analytics, overall views are up, higher than they have ever been, and my subscriber count just crossed 100,000, so I think I will keep my content just the way it is..
I will also note that even though you have posted dozens of your stupid comments on my videos saying pretty much the same thing over the last 6 months or so, never once, not one time, have you actually specified what this "wrong" stuff is...
And oh, one other thing - I have grown weary from deleting your lametard comments, so I wanted you to know that this is the last comment from you that anyone will ever see on my channel, as you are no longer welcome here. In other-words, you are now banned from leaving any comments on my channel... Thanks for the memories!
I tuned into my first GMRS conversation last night, and every one of the participants was a Sad Ham. Most of them only keep their Ham license because of how much they put into getting them....thank you for helping me choose to go with a GMRS license
Someone asked me why I chose a GMRS vs a 2 meter band radio. I told him my goal is to have a more widely used communications systems, like FRS, CB, GMRS, because 2 meter bands are not useful for local coordination because almost no one has a license to use all the frequencies., and frankly, I don't want to be identified as a "Radio Elitist". They seem to believe everyone should get their armature extra before doing anything else. I don't know any of them who don't act like childish snobs.
@@TheNotaRubicon Excellent (banning Mrs. Moody! Sometimes, however, I do enjoy the lame comments you pin from "those people," especially from the "sad hams" and other self-appointed TH-cam "experts."
Hello to you, sad ham - from a year into the future just to tell you that you’re still wrong.
Btw my btech gmrs v2 is still my favorite. No point in a ham license, I can get ham without one at the supermarket.
Second btw: people like you are exactly why I have no interest in the ham community lol fr y’all are so uptight, lonely, and angry that it immediately turned me off to it. But the gmrs dudes I know are so chill and kind, the choice was always simple.
We recently found out about your channel thanks to a flood of viewers you sent our way this weekend… 😮
But we do want to clarify a few points on the GMRS-V2 - the GMRS-V2 is not manufactured by Baofeng nor does it have any relation to Baofeng (besides molds) The only products that we sell that are manufactured by Baofeng will show Baofeng on their badging.
While we had some exclusive products with Baofeng (such as the UV-82C, UV-82HP, BF-F8HP), some of our exclusive firmware changes started being “borrowed” which halted further cooperation
We now use an independent facility to manufacture the GMRS-V2 and other similar BTECH radios, the PCB from start to finish was designed for GMRS and not simply a “re-tuned” amateur radio like many of our peers have done with their “GMRS” radios. For a direct conversion chipset it should outperform any other model in its price range and receive clarity closer to a superheterodyne receiver due to the focused PCB design
Controlling our supply chain has also helped avoided using cheaper chipsets or removing features (FM radio) seen in similar radios
Two notes on the review: you missed one of our favorite features which was the new menu to quickly add any GMRS channel without needing to type any frequency in and we have started a program for the early GMRS-V2 buyers to make things right anyone that did not like their radio: baofengtech.com/gmrs-v2-wideband-narrowband-fix/
Thanks for your reviews and feedback! ~ BTECH Radios
Well shit…. I just got the radio today and it’s still old stock, I can not change from N to W on channels 1-7 and I read through the BTECH post. What a pain in the ass, I’m heading out tomorrow for 11 days, I guess I’ll have to deal with this when I get back, I might just return these two radios or send them in. Not a good first experience with BTECH!!! 🤬
mine should be delivered today! thanks for the b-tech information!
I just ordered one of these bad boys based on your high recommendation (affiliate link below). I am GMRS licensed, thanks to your TH-cam video, but without a GMRS radio until now. Well, I did own a Baofeng UV-5R, but the volume went out a month after I bought that piece of “cheap Chinese junk”. Anyway, thanks for all the many informative and very entertaining videos. I don’t care what “some people” think, I love them. Of course, I’m not known or recognized for my intelligence or taste, but again I don’t care what “some people” think. 🤪
Really? everyone and their sister said the B in BTECH stands for Baofeng. Good to know. I Love my BTECH radios
@@rmonsipapa I think that's per FCC regulations. It's designed that way for those channels
My stocks are down, crypto is down and there was no NotaRubicon Productions video. I was pouring a quadruple bourbon Manhattan, and I opened my youtube link. I was saved!!!!! My life is full of butterflies and flowers now....... I did keep the drink though.
@00:40 "... 190 year history of GMRS"! My sides are in orbit 🤣🤣🤣. I love your videos. Keep 'em coming!
That Mossberg diagram shows the “shoulder thing that goes up.” (Barrel shroud)
OMG you powered up to VFO mode and I spit my tea out when I seen the banner. EPIC!!!! Just when I thought this channel couldn't get any more perfect 😍
I've been following your channel for a bit as I have been looking into the options of GMRS radios, and I appreciate the sincerity in the reviews and the sarcasm is the cherry on top. I just ordered a set of these radios using the link above and I can't wait to get my V2's.
I got my my BTECH about the same day that they announced them. My came pre-programmed with my local NOAA frequency programmed into ALL of the GMRS channels. My radio would not reset until I removed the antenna. After the reset, it's a great little radio. Thanks for the review!
I can't wait for the gmrs bicentennial.
I have the V1, It works very well, 3 mile simplex with line of site. No repeaters within my range though. I can get them with my Wouxun KG 1000g. I did a radio check when I first installed it, (Yesterday) and I was able to contact someone in La Merada, CA -- or so they claimed. I'll test this again when I can.
After purchasing and enjoying a pair of B-Tech MURS-V2 radios I decided to get the GMRS-V2 as well. The one that you had problems with. Fortunately, my radio wasn't screwed up like the one you had. You might know what the guy who has a channel like yours would get the lemon. I like these radios almost as much as my collection of Wouxun radios. In some odd ways, they're better, even though they are SOC radios. 🤷
Another great video, thanks! As always got many a chuckle from it😉. Also purchased it from Amazon w/ an additional $20 off. Can’t wait to talk many farz on it.
I am very happy with my BTECH GMRS-V2. Randy, your review is accurate and well presented, thank you.
Great! and thank YOU!
Just a quick note Randy, I believe your name is-I found out my scanning frequency problem!
*I will continue to to watch your and listen to your professional REVIEWS!!
THANKS EVER SO MUCH!
Ernest H Richardson 👍🙋
Great review and the humor made it even better. I especially like the custom message on your radio.
With so few good things nowadays to look forward to, Your videos really make up for it. Thanks
Seems to be a GMRS only version of the Boo-Fwang UV-82. If so, then Randy's review was spot on. I have 3 of the UV-82HP's(8 watt version) and have loved them for several years. Even got my wife a red one (so I could find it easily when she drops it in the woods when hiking or hunting) and even she likes it more than the Midland bubble pack radio she was using. The only difference (other than the obvious that the Boo-Fwang is a "ham") between the GMRS V2 that Randy reviewed and my UV-82HP, is that mine came with 2800 mAH batteries. Maybe because I have the HP version instead of the base model. Thanks for another great vid Randy.
These HTs radios are shipping with battery that can also be directly charged with USB c cable now. Pretty happy with mine and I also have a few ham 82HP versions so lots of shared accessories.
It would be cool to show a couple basic configuration settings on these devices. Like the wide/narrow band setting you mentioned for the lower channels. Not exactly sure how I’d go about doing that. But similar “base tweaks” at the end of your review would be helpful.
Are they trying to get to the level of, Wouxon KG-UV9 series, of SHTF Radios? No Thanks, Sensei.
Thanks for exposing this radios shortcomings... Total Cunfudgulation, throughout!
Thanks to Chris for continuing to be this channels true ⭐, and champion 🏆 for people with disabilities. Thank You, Chris! 👏👏
Thanks for the review. The information you gave was extremely helpful, and made setting up this radio a lot easier.
Maybe Super Homodyne will be developed next.
Thank you Randy, I finally joined today!
Love the clip from Barry on the TV back there.
You show a lot of gmrs radios I'm still a sideband CB are and always will be but I am getting into gmrs I like it thank you for your time
Oh man he was like the best character in Barry, such a great ending.
I am a NOT sad ham. I love ham. I love GMRS for communication with my young children. You are the funniest most satire dude. I love it!!!! Also, the stupid comments of SAD hams are hilarious. Thank you for pinning stupid. The normals appreciate it!
Well, the reset all is not a big deal. I generally reprogram a new radio upon receiving it. That could cause an issue if you were not paying attention. Thank you for the heads up.
I took advantage of the $20 coupon on Amazon. Great buy, even though I have the V1.
Welcome back Randy!
I guess Randy is the king of the human natural defence
The dual ptt for upper and lower tx is nice
with a title like that...i was required to watch the video!
Hey just used your website to get my license. Thank ya for the step by step!
I was listening to your 700 repeater and heard the star of this show (obviously Chris) say he was sick. He sounded like it too. I was wondering if that was why you took 17 days to release a new video. I was checking a couple times a day just waiting for this.
I have been on sabbatical in the Republic Of Wadiya.
@@TheNotaRubicon 🤣 I'm so stupid I just spent 10 minutes googling everything you said and now I'm not sure what to believe. Definitely didn't think wadiya was real... mind blown!
Can’t believe you added some “Let’s Go Brandon” customization into your radio.
Looking to get my first GMRS radio. I was looking at the BAOFENG UV-9G and the BTech GMRS-V2. I like that the UV-9G has a much better waterproof rating, but the BTech GMRS-V2 can accept extended batteries. I am conflicted. Which one would you recommend for a beginner?
If you're a absolute beginner who doesn't need fancy features such as dual PTT (the "two channel monitoring" that was mentioned in this video; basically, using two channels at the same time), then the UV-9G will more than suffice for your beginner needs.
However, if you have a little more money to spend; and would like some of the newer fancier features, then shoot for the GMRS-V2. In conclusion, the UV-9G is a very solid choice that is sensibly priced as an entry level radio to the world of GMRS.
Just ordered this radio for my first GMRS radio.👍 I think it’s a good entry level radio.
Can you please tell me how to cut the weather band off when scanning so it won't stop on it each time looked in the owner's manual cannot find anything on it. Thanks
Such a fun channel, thank you Randy. I'm an old ham putting in a GMRS repeater along side my other ham repeaters. My other repeaters rarely have any users nowadays. I'm hoping to get kids and others interested in radios. Get them off the internet(sorry Randy) and get them outside. Let's have some fun with radios again.
I like the way you handle your demonstration my friend! U have some funniest with U but ALWAYS TO THE POINT!!!
* thank U for the HEADS-UP About the NARROW- WIDE BAND
GOOF!!! I DID NOT KNOW!!!
THANKS AGAIN 👍🙋
The best TH-cam videos ever I don't miss one .i learn so much from Randy and Chris's on the 700 zello 👍
It's just the Baofeng UV-82 GMRS version.
Entry level GMRS radios are now double the cost of when I bought 3 GM-30s. Ouch.
@12:59 FTW! 💯
I just bought minds a ful weeks ago I’m enjoying too minds didn’t have any problems it’s a good radio
I agree with your assessment. All I keep getting on my V2 is NOAA scanning out of the box. Very annoying. I will have to try the reset.
Mine was like that too. I had to remove the antenna (and be on the "A" line) to get the reset to work. Give it a try if you are still struggling with it.
Dear Sensei, thank you.
Currently, Amazon has a $20 coupon box you can check to get the radio for $49.89 plus tax. Gonna take advantage of the savings and get my first GMRS radio and then put that $20 towards the $35 license fee.
Your videos help a lot of us through these trying times .
Thank you sir !
Randy you nailed it again . Thank you for standing your ground with Btech .great job great video as always 👍👍👍
My Baofeng UV82 looks identical, but I have the option of Chirp programming.
I love these videos.
How can you tell what the frequencies are after doing the factory reset??? To make sure the correct frequencies are set for each channel. AND, for some reason I can not change the channels 1-7 from narrow to wide. I go through the steps, change it from N to W, it looks like it took until I go to another channel and come back only to see the N is back on…. Frustrated! I sent that to BTECH and they responded but didn’t address this specific issue. Any ideas??? I’m heading out of town tomorrow and planned on using these!
I just posted the same problem. Channels 1 thru 7 go back to narrow band after saving.
I think its a firmware problem. I believe earlier gmrs radios had a FCC Channel 1 thru 7 narrow band limitation. Looks like some, many or all V2's have a program issue that needs (will require) an firmware update. I hope I'm wrong but when a manufacturer blows-off a direct question/problem, it's always a bad sign.
👀Oh great wise one, yet another excellent and informative video. 👍
Randy, I just bought this radio. I've resolved all the issues you mentioned in your video, with the exception of the needed change from narrowband to wideband on channels 1 through 7. Every time I attempt to make this change, the radio reverts to "Narrow". I contacted Btech support and the nice rep said that the FCC requires 1 through 7 to be narrow. I responded with a copy of the pertinent FCC regs. to refute that. The nice rep then said that they would research and consider a firmware update to resolve. With all that said, could you tell me how you were able to overcome this issue via the keyboard? Thanks!
I noticed the software they provide is messed up too. They not only have the channels 1-7 narrowband, but also have the channels 8-14 set to high power and wideband. They are a bit confused.
I was able to do it using the CPS software found on their support website.
I had the same issue with 1-7 reverting to narrow.
Purchased radio, did the factory reset, created the display sync setting, but I can't make the radio save my changes from narrow to wide band for channels 1-7.
I had the same problem. I contacted BTECH support, and was told that they are working on a firmware update that will fix this issue. In the meantime, I tried using the CPS software for this radio (found on the BTECH support site), and was able to change channels 1-7 to wideband - and they stayed that way upon turning the radio off and on. This should also work using CHIRP, although I have not tested it.
Randy or someone who REALLY KNOWS- I heard from a number of people Say that the na771g antenna is the best for the btech gmrs V2 5watt Unit! OF MAKE SURE IT IS NOT A COUNTERFEIT ANTENNA!Meantime I will wait for A REPLY!
Thanks in advance!
Just to be sure my friend!
Just set upper screen in channel mode to A not B
On lower screen and then go to 45 for total RESET and then that will straighten out the RADIO!
AM I CORRECT, MY FRIEND?
HaHa I like the custom message on startup 🤣👍
I use the same power on message 👌
I know I'm late to this conversation, I will receive one of these today (09/10/2022) will I need to do the reset?
Nice lets go brandon on the screen
I absolutely love the radio start message! LOL
I would guess their idea of secure is like tying something down not locking it up. Or like a strong contact. But secure is miss leading in the booklet. Or maybe secure as in your children can’t hear people that is not one the same setup as that radio
Another great review.
Is the Btech GMRS-20V2 a 20 watt mobile version of this HT ? I can't find any videos on the GMRS-20V2, it seems like it would be a popular choice due to the display & controls on the microphone.
5:53 that was appealing
I think you spelled appalling wrong.
@@TheNotaRubicon lol 😂
Wrqy733 , QUESTION-when resetting on channel narrow band to wide band- are you doing this procedure on Line A on home screen or Line B on your home screen?
Every single channel on mine when I got it was set to a weather channel. I damn near sent it back thinking that it was defective.
The Randyisms are the best! LMAO!!! I for 1 would be able to program the radio but it would make my cousin go nuts!! He doesn't know jack and comes to me to fix his mess! Funny stuff great review!
Is that a usb c charging port on the bottom of the battery???
@ 12:58 lol.. awesome
do the receive channels include ATC, Ham?
I am just getting into GMRS and want to get my toes wet listing to HAM because there is only one GMRS repeater in my area.
I have GXT1000G (no repeaters) is the BTECH GMRS-V2 the 'cheapest' Radio that can connect to repeaters?
Midland doe not seem to have a handheld that can connect to repeaters.
Outstanding review Sir
Think I will skip this radio I'm leaning more towards Retevis in the Hand Held market.. Thank you for the review
Great review sir. I'll have to visit again with hopes of append comment 😌
wrqy733- Randy, I took care of the 2nd problem with the V2 gmrs.
I might be trying to HARD!AND YES I AM NEW!
But can you please tell me again how to Rectify the problem with channel 8 and dealing with narrow band and s
So no USB-C charging? Lame. In reality, no one really cares about kerchunking the repeater except for sad hams. Everyone else just asks to not cause interference when you do it or don't do it in rapid succession. Also, "Let's go Brandon, I agree!"
U need to review the BTECH GMRS-Pro came out today
That video is coming soon
@@TheNotaRubicon nice
So this is a gmrs version of my uv-82. I wonder if I can swap firmware on the uv-82…
I was thinking the exact same thing.
I know about the Repeaters-But! Is the Ham RADIO! Like the Gmrs Radios? Line Of Sight when Transmitting as Far as Determining how far you can Transmit with some obstruction like trees and buildings ect.?
GMRS operates in the UHF band, so line of sight is the most important factor for fars.
My friend can't scan with the btech v2 gmrs!
Followed instructions- hopefully to the LETTER!!
But when I held down the scan Button for a couple of seconds one word popped up on the screen-
RANGE -Did this several times!!! To exit I would have to turn the radio off and then back on again!
It was the only way I could clear everything!
What's my problem, my friend??
Are you in Channel-Mode?
@@TheNotaRubicon I tried it in channel mode, my friend! It did scan!
Thanks! But I was trying in
Frequency mode 1st it worked a couple of times
But had problems repeating process- push scan for a couple of seconds and THEN ONE
WORD APPEARED ON THE SCREEN-(RANGE)
Had to turn radio off and then back on again! Because none of the buttons would clear the SCREEN of the word -
RANGE!
Unable to scan in vfo mode. It just says "RANGE --- ---" when scan is pressed🤔
it has a few strong points lit number panel dual transmit buttons, full power,but the vfo process is wonky. programming issue is not great. For the price i'd do something else unless a lit keypad is a big plus.
Thanks!
Good video. I just picked up this radio and love it so far. Though I have a quick question because I can't seem to get a solid answer on this.
Is using a radio amplifier, like the BTech Amp U-25 on this handheld(or any other handhelds) legal? This amp is tuned for GMRS and I'm a licensed user. Thank you!
As long as the output does not exceed 50W, AFAIK, it is perfectly within the FCC rules to use that amp with this radio.
@@TheNotaRubicon just ordered this based off of your review! A friend and myself are just now getting into the hobby (received our licenses today). Excited to see how many fars ours can talk with one another living in a relatively “flat” part of Arkansas with trees around but not many buildings. Would the radio booster previously mentioned make a difference if the antenna was on top of our trucks with trees in the area? Primarily plan on using these in the woods while hunting due to zero cell coverage.
Hello Sir,
My name is Mike Gonyaw. I have a question for you if you have the time. I am anAdventure motorcycle ride and am looking for a set of radios ideal for the tsk of talking between two bike while they are engines on and moving. The radio requirment I would like to have are water proof enough, blue tooth or beable tobe made blue tooth with a plug in add on, GMRS would be great for distance, C chargeing capable, FM, NOA, FRS capable, removable battery. The reaso for blue tooth being such a big deal is my riding buddy and I already have helmet mou ted lue tooth communiatore. His is Cardo and mine is Sena. They do not talk to each other and even if they did topagraphy, distance and veg cover limit there effectiveness. I have been looking at the Btech UV-9G ( dont know about bluetooth plug in), Btech gmrs-v2 5w, Btech Pro, and finally the OxBow Renage (not GMRS). If you have another suggestion I would love to hear it. Thank you vert much for your time!!!! I appreciate all your videos.
RLTW Mike
Is this unlocked by default?
I'd love to see a review of the UV-S9PLUS, or anything really. I just love your wit and honesty.
What firearms do you own? Love your videos sir. Noticed your backdrop is based on tech mat mossberg
Please note that all of Randy's firearms were lost in a tragic Bass Fishing accident when the boat sank. Randy survived only because he grabbed a handy GMRS radio and was able to solicit assistance from friends many fars away. We are all so very happy that Randy's preparedness saved his life so that we can see more videos.
as proper amurican, he owns A LOT of guns
Omg it Looks like uv 82 bao 100%
Randy: Thanks for the videos. Will this radio transmit in VFO mode on frequencies which it will not transmit on in channel mode (e.g. ham)? If not, is there a factory reset type work around? Asking in case of emergency.
The radio is locked into transmitting only on GMRS frequencies and there is no way I am aware of to get around that.
Just wandering if you have got the word RANGE on the screen in freq mode trying to program channels.
If I recall correctly that means you're trying to enter a frequency that the radio cant support. Make sure the radio is capable of receiving whatever frequency you're entering.
@@TheNotaRubicon Ok that makes sense but what does it mean (range) and why does it show up on the screen but theres no info on it in said manual. I would think that if its in the range said manual says thats allowed you should be able to enter it into he menu by using i believe its menu 2-7 which would enter it into the menu by listen only. any ways i just want to know what range is there for because you and enter numbers into the radio when it pops up but again for what and why. Maybe some secret menu will pop up to talk to the greater power in space or the men in black. I just thought that a self proclaimed expert would have seen this secret feature or maybe could steer me to a higher power that would know.
i can use this device to interfere with emergency communications?
No.
Greets! - I'm enjoying your videos! Thank you! ---
My question is I picked up 2 of these V2 radios. On both of them I cannot configure (via the radio keypad) channels 1 through 7 as wide band after saving. (Factory default is narrow band.)
No problem changing the band width (wide or narrow) on the upper grms channels 15 thru 22 with a "save" afterwards. Any ideas why the wide band selection with a "save" won't stick on channels 1 thru 7?? I did try a "reset all" then tried again to change and save 1 thru 7 as wide band but 1 thru 7 revert right back to narrow band after an "exit." - HELP!
Seems to be a common issue. You should contact BTech and ask them what the fix is.
Great Video! Thanks as always for the details.
I have a UV-9G but something tells me I need this BTech
o damn we got a lets go brandon at 12.58.
Dude, you rock!
I am licensed Randy w r q y 733, I'm not sure I understood on your explaining the gmrs V2 something about messing up big time on one through seven and it would just take a couple of minutes to take care of that problem can you give me the steps so I can Rectify that problem! Or if you're busy Randy I understand maybe somebody else out there on TH-cam can Rectify it for me! Thank you ever so much!!
You need to go into the settings for each of those channels, and change each one from Narrowband to Wideband.
@@TheNotaRubicon do I need to do one through seven or one through 22? Or do I go to 30 channels
@@TheNotaRubicon oh just one more thing is that a and b in other words the top being a or the bottom being B or both?
Love the Lets Go Brandon on the screen