Miss them old Holster Stylr Belt Clips made it so much easier to remove off belt without needing to un clip the radios belt clips from your belt Randy 5:40 @NotaRubicon Productions
Thank you for guiding me through. I now have my GMRS operator license, and I purchased those two fresh pairs of walkie-talkies in the video. Really appreciate your videos. Love watching them. Keep doing your thing.
Maybe I got a bad set. I got less than 1/4 of a mile full of static and barley could hear when in communication. Returning them. My lips had to be right over the mic and 1” from the hand set so my voice could be heard. Tried noise canceling and I could not be heard on the other end. This was standing about 10 feet from the other handheld.
I bought one and got it two days ago. Unfortunately, mine has the original software release and does not have the changes that Randy suggested to Baofeng. I downloaded the Baofeng software and had a little trouble loading the driver for my Win 7 PC but I finally got it. A pain in the butt to keep moving the screw from the cover to the cable. But I am very happy with it. Works well.
Love your videos man! Is there any way you can do a video on gun range ear protection paired with gmrs radios? I’ve been trying to figure out how to plug my gmrs radio into my electronic ear pro so I can communicate with other range members.
I think you did well with your test conditions, and the test showed that the talkies would work well in crowds and other loud environments. Once again, a great show :D
Did you get 2 or 3 watt model? As website says is a 3watt or the 3 watt is a new version? Have you reached those repeater with other 2watt GMRS radios?
2:43 all the goobly goop is gone now. I wish it had both a cradle and extra batteries. Very unpopular radio compared to GM-30. Can't find them. Both plugs are old-fashioned USB-C should be on both ends; eventually, I guess.
The half mile range was between radios, both of which have tiny antennas, and both of which were low to the ground, with many trees, hills, and buildings between them. The repeaters have giant antennas and are atop mountains, with nothing between it and the radio.
Of the many radios you've shown in the passed I like this one the most for its simplicity of use and design. Basically throw 2 of these into the glove box of my Jeep to use when offroading with a Jeeping buddy. Does the radio have a LOCK 🔐 button?
Here's the facts I just bought these to make the jump from cb and honestly they are worth the money I got mine for $49 shipped with promotion so shop around there's deals to be had , here's what I got from real world testing 8 miles clear line of site From one peak to another and 2 miles clear inside of wood frame houses. Fldigi works fine, Fun fact you can toggle the rxtx light even when audio transmission is poor so in a pinch you can do Morse over these even with bad reception somewhere around ,3 miles out Its built well and easy to understand. I was sent a 1 pin programing cable for $15 more it's got radiodditys logo on the plastic it came in looks legit not sure if it's the correct cable no windows PC to test Linux solution please? VM is a option in the meantime. Nice radio feels tuff fits in your pocket won't break.
Hey I've got a Q: if a Baofeng BF888S is a GMRS radio,,,, why does it only have 16 channels? My Cobra 925's (bubble wrap ones) have all 22 channels? Please explain to me, PLEASE
Good video but I am looking for a couple of GMRS HT, to through in a to go bag 💼 and the main requirement is that they have to be 100% programmable without the use of a computer, very simple to use, dependable and good battery life. Do you have any good recommendations ❓❓🤔
Sounds like most radio companies and distributers usually listen to you. By the time I watch this, the installer problem might already be fixed by the time I send this.
I’m just curious to know how long the battery lasted for you. That’s a pretty big battery for a small radio. I’m assuming that it would probably last a lot longer than my baofeng uv-5x.
Hi buddy I bought these radios and i can't get the software on any of the systems I have I'm new to gmrs and wanted to know if you know and were I can thank you for the video
Would you do a test of the sound cancellation when using a headset? We do a lot of ATV treks and utilize headsets or in helmet comms which pick up a lot of noise from the ATVs. If the noise cancellation works with headsets that would likely push me to get a pair to test out. Thanks
Hi. I’ve read on other forums that there is a recently passed rule enabling DATA on GMRS. The Motorola T800 already has this feature but it can only send data - texting - to other T800. But its transmit power is pathetic 0.75W. Please make a video explaining what the data rules allow, what COULD be achieved data-wise given the new rules.
Great video, do you know of any good noise cancelling mics for walkies or mobile units? Trying to talk to another open jeep at highway speeds is,....let's just say useless
I appreciate your reviews of different walk-in talkies. Is the Radioddity GM-N1 a superheterodyne radio. I only know that term from some of your other videos. And what is your go to GMRS radio. Thank you.
You wont find a superheterodyne radio for only $35... To find out what MY favorite radio is, you will have to wait for my upcoming "what is my favorite radio?" video!
These look like unlicensed FRS use: 2 watts; permanently fixed antenna, 0.5 watts and Narrow Band on Channels 8-14 (from programming software), listed under "LICENSE-FREE SERIES" on Radioddity's Download page (for software and manual). Looks like these qualify for use on the unlicensed FRS Channels AND they appear to include the ability to use Channels 23-30 for GMRS repeater use for licensed GMRS operators as well: Bubble-Pack HTs AND GMRS Repeater capable! 🤔
Hi there. I have been watching all of your videos regarding GMRS radios trying to determine which to get. I have a pair of Baofeng UV-82s and have tested them via repeater to have a range of over 30 miles. BUT... I don't want to have to go through the hassle of the Ham licensing as my intention for having radios is for emergency use. I'm ok with getting the GMRS "permit", however. I am searching for radios that could reach 10-15 miles if not more when necessary. Is there a brand/model that you could suggest for those parameters? Thanks for the great content and information on your channel.
Range is highly dependent on your terrain when using GMRS (UHF) - Any 5W GMRS walkie talkie can easily reach 15 miles in good conditions (line of site) ... But if you want to talk 15 miles through hills/mountains/buildings/trees you may need a more powerful GMRS radio or try VHF (ham)
Hi, Randy. Let's get this over, once and fer all, okay? Radioddity is a five, syllable word. It's pronounced RAY-DEE-ODD-IH-TEE. You can pronounce ODDITY, right? You can put RAY-DEE in front of it, and that, as they say, is all she wrote. Radioddity should take that Baofeng lady and have her say Welcome to Radioddity! every time the radio is turned on! And they should give me a couple of _FREE_ radios for this deceptively simple idea, because they know you're a deceptively simple man and there's nothing wrong with that. (And I _never_ get any _FREE_ stuff.) As my grandpappy used to say, live and learn, even if it is only five syllables. (That part about the syllables was my addition. He couldn't pronounce "syll-áh-bulls.") 🔹🌞🌙✨
I'm not sure where this alleged "bad taste" is that you keep bragging about, but I did not find an atom of "bad taste" in this vidd anywhere. Truth be known, if Randy's vidds have you all bummhurt in the 2020s, you simply wouldn't have survived the 1970s, when humor was plentiful and appreciated. The Benny Hill Show would have simply, quickly, and properly popped your melon like a boil. "Cleanup on aisle 5, over... (roger) buh-bleep"...
Miss them old Holster Stylr Belt Clips made it so much easier to remove off belt without needing to un clip the radios belt clips from your belt Randy 5:40 @NotaRubicon Productions
Im impressed how well the noise cancelation works wow 12:30 nice randy @NotaRubicon Productions
Thank you for guiding me through. I now have my GMRS operator license, and I purchased those two fresh pairs of walkie-talkies in the video. Really appreciate your videos. Love watching them. Keep doing your thing.
Just bought this pair of radios on Amazon for $49.00! Can't really beat these, especially with the features included.
Can you find more ratios like this one
8:15 but it actually took three tries.
Maybe I got a bad set. I got less than 1/4 of a mile full of static and barley could hear when in communication. Returning them. My lips had to be right over the mic and 1” from the hand set so my voice could be heard. Tried noise canceling and I could not be heard on the other end. This was standing about 10 feet from the other handheld.
Maybe you got a dud(s).. Mine worked great.
does the noise cancelling cancel out the sound of Sad Hams?
Received my 2 UV-9G’s yesterday.
I bought one and got it two days ago. Unfortunately, mine has the original software release and does not have the changes that Randy suggested to Baofeng. I downloaded the Baofeng software and had a little trouble loading the driver for my Win 7 PC but I finally got it. A pain in the butt to keep moving the screw from the cover to the cable. But I am very happy with it. Works well.
Dude, (Randy) I've bought so MANY RADIOS, because of you man, your vids are so great! I really hope if/when SHTF comes , these do come in handy!
Me too lol
Faraday bags bud
Love your videos man! Is there any way you can do a video on gun range ear protection paired with gmrs radios? I’ve been trying to figure out how to plug my gmrs radio into my electronic ear pro so I can communicate with other range members.
I'm afraid that my "Impressing the chicks" days are long gone no matter how many radios I clip to my belt. 😂🙄😛
I FIND WEARING A THONG AT MY AGE IS NOT SUCH A GREAT IDEA, GRAVITY PROBLEM I GUESS !/..LOL
You are going at it all wrong! Get you a PRC-77 and carry it around on your back. The chicks will flock to you!
😂😅😂
You may need to set up a rig on a backpack as a mobile setup. They’ll flock bro trust
Thank you for the video, I just ordered a set of these based on your review.
That noise cancellation is actually very impressive, under certain environments that could be the perfect fit or someone.
@11:16 Randy finally pronounces Wouxun correctly. :-)
IT guy here. They should fix their installer.
I think you did well with your test conditions, and the test showed that the talkies would work well in crowds and other loud environments. Once again, a great show :D
How the heck do you have a photo of the Drummond kids? Wtf?
Good
Pleasantly surprised by how well the noise cancellation works on these. Might get a pair for my folks!
Wow! Those noise cancellation tests were quite impressive! Big difference in audio. Be good for somebody who works in a noisy environment
........what?
Pesky numbers: The operating manual (page 8) have it 0.5/3W. Now whether you actually get that 3W is TBD.
Have they added a channel lock? That can be an issue as the PTT and Channel Button are right next to each other !
Yay, another video!
Did you get 2 or 3 watt model? As website says is a 3watt or the 3 watt is a new version? Have you reached those repeater with other 2watt GMRS radios?
What you talking about Willis?
Wow, surprisingly the noise canceling worked pretty good, especially when you stood the the AC compressor, great video
It says 3watts on Amazon
NEEDS A CHANNEL LOCk ! How could they not have one ?? Kept me from buying several of these !
That was actually pretty impressive. Thanks!
“…impress the chicks” Just what we need, more headaches.
2:43 all the goobly goop is gone now. I wish it had both a cradle and extra batteries. Very unpopular radio compared to GM-30. Can't find them. Both plugs are old-fashioned USB-C should be on both ends; eventually, I guess.
My favorite tee-shirt says, 'No, I won't fix your stupid computer "
Active Noise Cancellation is the Off Switch
Could you explain why the radio has a range of about a 1/2 mile but yet it can communicate with a repeater 30 miles away ?
The half mile range was between radios, both of which have tiny antennas, and both of which were low to the ground, with many trees, hills, and buildings between them. The repeaters have giant antennas and are atop mountains, with nothing between it and the radio.
@@TheNotaRubicon Makes perfect sense...Thank you
Of the many radios you've shown in the passed I like this one the most for its simplicity of use and design. Basically throw 2 of these into the glove box of my Jeep to use when offroading with a Jeeping buddy. Does the radio have a LOCK 🔐 button?
No lock button.. Those cost more!
@@TheNotaRubicon thanx for the fast reply.
nice review... wondering if the battery ports could short out or spark a little against keys or change in your pockets. Cheers
ALL HAIL ZENU ! Welcome to PC. Good Luck! Nice review, Thank You.
Here's the facts I just bought these to make the jump from cb and honestly they are worth the money I got mine for $49 shipped with promotion so shop around there's deals to be had ,
here's what I got from real world testing 8 miles clear line of site From one peak to another and 2 miles clear inside of wood frame houses. Fldigi works fine,
Fun fact you can toggle the rxtx light even when audio transmission is poor so in a pinch you can do Morse over these even with bad reception somewhere around ,3 miles out
Its built well and easy to understand. I was sent a 1 pin programing cable for $15 more it's got radiodditys logo on the plastic it came in looks legit not sure if it's the correct cable no windows PC to test Linux solution please? VM is a option in the meantime.
Nice radio feels tuff fits in your pocket won't break.
Hey I've got a Q: if a Baofeng BF888S is a GMRS radio,,,, why does it only have 16 channels? My Cobra 925's (bubble wrap ones) have all 22 channels? Please explain to me, PLEASE
Good video but I am looking for a couple of GMRS HT, to through in a to go bag 💼 and the main requirement is that they have to be 100% programmable without the use of a computer, very simple to use, dependable and good battery life. Do you have any good recommendations ❓❓🤔
Sounds like most radio companies and distributers usually listen to you. By the time I watch this, the installer problem might already be fixed by the time I send this.
I’m just curious to know how long the battery lasted for you. That’s a pretty big battery for a small radio. I’m assuming that it would probably last a lot longer than my baofeng uv-5x.
Hi buddy I bought these radios and i can't get the software on any of the systems I have I'm new to gmrs and wanted to know if you know and were I can thank you for the video
Are you on Windows?
Would you do a test of the sound cancellation when using a headset?
We do a lot of ATV treks and utilize headsets or in helmet comms which pick up a lot of noise from the ATVs. If the noise cancellation works with headsets that would likely push me to get a pair to test out.
Thanks
Hmmm ... one for my boat?
Not waterproof, but cancels the wind noise!
Noise cancellation is pretty good. Low power/ reduced range…not so much. Is this available in the higher power radios ?
Hi. I’ve read on other forums that there is a recently passed rule enabling DATA on GMRS.
The Motorola T800 already has this feature but it can only send data - texting - to other T800. But its transmit power is pathetic 0.75W.
Please make a video explaining what the data rules allow, what COULD be achieved data-wise given the new rules.
DMR🤔 that would be convenient.
Could the radio range increase if you're communicating with a stronger radio?
It can use repeaters.
When are you on your repeater ?
Well I shot that cup of coffee all over the monitor.....the bike shop episode.
Wow, narrow and wide band. Have you ever thought about doing a video about narrow and wide band?
Wide band always because narrow makes your audio come out weak when you talk an you have to hold radio right up to your mouth an yell into it
Nice compact HT's with some range and simple operation. Better than your ordinary Walmart shrink wrap HT's!
So, no Roger Beep?
Sadly, no.. Major design flaw!
sounds good for bouncers or security working at a concert
"WatchYouTalkin'Bout?".... hahaha
What chew talkin about notarubicon?
Hate to bother & maybe I missed it, any hoo.. How do you know what channel radio is on?
Every time you change the channel, the voice tells you what channel you're on.
@@TheNotaRubicon Thanks
Gerry Coleman from facts of life?
What was the results of the noise cancelling test, I keep zoning out on the blue dots. 😂
Handy radio thanks for the review.
Background noise goes away, but the quality of the voice decreases if background noise is loud
Great video, do you know of any good noise cancelling mics for walkies or mobile units? Trying to talk to another open jeep at highway speeds is,....let's just say useless
No, but some mics have a gain-control that you can turn down, which helps reduce the background noise.. The BTech 50X1 has mic-gain control built-in.
I wish you would do a review on the Retevis RB17P GMRS, I can't seem to find a youtube review on it and it looks like it could rule them all.
send him one
Sad ham 😂
I appreciate your reviews of different walk-in talkies. Is the Radioddity GM-N1 a superheterodyne radio. I only know that term from some of your other videos. And what is your go to GMRS radio. Thank you.
You wont find a superheterodyne radio for only $35... To find out what MY favorite radio is, you will have to wait for my upcoming "what is my favorite radio?" video!
When do you anticipate the “what is my favorite radio” video being on TH-cam
I have a radiodditty db20-g and when I tell my on air GMRS friends, they laugh and ask, "what the hell is that?"
But but all you have to do to fix the fonts is……
Step away from the keyboard and enjoy the video!
Love the censored radio porn.
Your computer is displaying a weird alien text because your using an alienware computer.
Disliked for not saying "nice" after saying 69.
All you have to do is …baba..baba..baba.. 😂
GOOD CHOICE , REMEMBER GMRS IS A SHORT RANGE TOOL. NOT HAM CRAP OR CB (CHICKEN BAND ) NASTY TOY. I WILL GET A SET FOR WORK !
Oh, these can access repeaters!!!
These look like unlicensed FRS use:
2 watts;
permanently fixed antenna,
0.5 watts and Narrow Band on Channels 8-14 (from programming software),
listed under "LICENSE-FREE SERIES" on Radioddity's Download page (for software and manual).
Looks like these qualify for use on the unlicensed FRS Channels AND they appear to include the ability to use Channels 23-30 for GMRS repeater use for licensed GMRS operators as well:
Bubble-Pack HTs AND GMRS Repeater capable! 🤔
ok radio.. but i will stay with my BAOFENG so the sad hams can fuss.
How do you know its a woman talking? (JUST GIVING YOU A HARD TIME) love your videos .
Noise Cancelling . no es perfect pero aceptable..
Hi there. I have been watching all of your videos regarding GMRS radios trying to determine which to get. I have a pair of Baofeng UV-82s and have tested them via repeater to have a range of over 30 miles. BUT... I don't want to have to go through the hassle of the Ham licensing as my intention for having radios is for emergency use. I'm ok with getting the GMRS "permit", however. I am searching for radios that could reach 10-15 miles if not more when necessary. Is there a brand/model that you could suggest for those parameters? Thanks for the great content and information on your channel.
Range is highly dependent on your terrain when using GMRS (UHF) - Any 5W GMRS walkie talkie can easily reach 15 miles in good conditions (line of site) ... But if you want to talk 15 miles through hills/mountains/buildings/trees you may need a more powerful GMRS radio or try VHF (ham)
@@TheNotaRubicon , Appreciate the info there. I live on the Northern side of Columbus, OH. It's pretty flat here.
I wonder how the noise cancellation feature would work in a bus station restroom during a diarrhea epidemic.
FIRST!
Hi, Randy. Let's get this over, once and fer all, okay? Radioddity is a five, syllable word. It's pronounced RAY-DEE-ODD-IH-TEE. You can pronounce ODDITY, right? You can put RAY-DEE in front of it, and that, as they say, is all she wrote.
Radioddity should take that Baofeng lady and have her say Welcome to Radioddity! every time the radio is turned on! And they should give me a couple of _FREE_ radios for this deceptively simple idea, because they know you're a deceptively simple man and there's nothing wrong with that. (And I _never_ get any _FREE_ stuff.)
As my grandpappy used to say, live and learn, even if it is only five syllables. (That part about the syllables was my addition. He couldn't pronounce "syll-áh-bulls.") 🔹🌞🌙✨
Hey man to solve that problem in the setup you just have to change the …. Jk don’t pin me pls
Computer nerd*
She does not sound nice...
👍
3rd
why not just turn off the comments?
This was in really bad taste.
That didn't take long.
I'm not sure where this alleged "bad taste" is that you keep bragging about, but I did not find an atom of "bad taste" in this vidd anywhere. Truth be known, if Randy's vidds have you all bummhurt in the 2020s, you simply wouldn't have survived the 1970s, when humor was plentiful and appreciated. The Benny Hill Show would have simply, quickly, and properly popped your melon like a boil. "Cleanup on aisle 5, over... (roger) buh-bleep"...
As Mr. J. Siers always tells his kids. Its always easier not to. And don't put your tongue on it. Any questions.
Different Strokes for different folks
Use some mouth wash 😂