I work a lot outside a lot in hilly and flat areas. I have a radio in my car but not always in the car what is the best for hilly and flat ground job sites. Awesome video as always
Thanks for the feedback! We have passed this on to the team to look into for future videos. In the meantime we would recommend checking out the instruction manual to get the most out of your TX6160X.
When will GME build a unit with integrated Bluetooth. The Adventure bike market is screaming out for something they can connect to the Bluetooth headsets and still communicate when out of Bluetooth range.
Hi what hand-held radio would you suggest.. the main use being to talk to trackies when I'm towing a caravan PS it needs to be simple to use Regards John
Hi John, we would recommend either a model from the TX6160 range, of the TX6600S - both feature 5 watt transmission power and outstanding battery life, while still being very simply to operate
With both the 6160 and the 6600 being 5 watt units, can I expect the range on both to be about the same or would the 6600 with the bigger Ariel be substantially better? Thanks. Zak.
GME there is very little information about UHF Selcall on the internet apart from what’s included within the TX6600S’s manual, perhaps a detailed promotional video or field demonstration would be fantastic?
Hi Tony , I'm a first time owner of a TX6160. I just wanted to check when we we are not actively using the radio between trips, is the best thing to leave the radios in the twin charger unit or is there another way to take care of your radios when not using for some time?
Hi Phillip, the best thing for the TX6160 would be to cycle it (charge then deplete) as it is a lithium battery. We would not recommend leaving it always in the cradle or with a depleted battery for prolonged periods as this may impact the battery life. Hope this helps!
@GMEaus So I've just got piece. And the battery has remaining power at 2 bars. Should I empty out the power OR just bring the power down to 1 bar. THEN put it into the charging dock or cradle for first time charge? Do I just put it cradle and leave it charging until it is full for a 4 hours charge.
So does the TX6600S use the same external speaker mic as the TX6160? The other question is, I have an AE4707B Medium Barrel Spring antenna for my vehicle unit, mounted on my sports bar, which is too tall to drive into the garage with it up, and I don't use it frequently enough to warrant having it on while driving down the road, even with it folded down on the MBO24B fold down black antenna mounting bracket, so I just unscrew it until I'm ready to go out hunting. Is it ok to use some kind of copper or nickel based anti seize grease on the thread, or will that somehow impede performance? Thanks.
Hi there, Yes they both use the MC011 speaker mic. Regarding the second part, if you didnt want to have the AE4707B whip on we would suggest using the CA005 antenna base cap to protect it whilst the whip is removed.
As farmer i need more range then these can offer vehicle mounted ones work great but they are attached to said vehicle is there a way to have hand held piggy back off a vehicle unit so when i am not in the combine / tractor i still can have contact?
Question - how long will the batteries be good when unused, how long till I'd need to replace typically. I only use WT a few times a year, but always want on hand for emergency situations.
That is correct, the TX677TP does not have a designater car charger as such but it does come with a USB compatible twin charging cradle that can be plugged into a vehicles USB charging port.
Hi Guys I have a GMETX6150 I am trying to use the CTCSS feature I want to select a tone for channel 18 but every time I save my selection it saves to channel 40. any help appreciated..
Hi Alan, there are a number of technical reasons we have not previously used USB charging on our 5W Handheld Radios. With that said, we are looking at USB charging for future product developments
Always been a GME man, but last batch of 2w handhelds were very disappointing. Flimsy. Battery's died. And the menu system needs serious study to master. Just bought Uniden 825 and they seem better, menu much more intuitive.
Thanks for the feedback, we will be sure to pass this on to our product team to look into for future handheld releases! Regarding the issues with your 2-watt TX677 we would recommend contacting our service department on techsupport@gme.net.au and they will be able to look into this.
Hi Toni, thanks for your feedback. This video was to cover the key differences in the models and the configurations available for each. If there is something you think we missed please let us know and we can have the team look into it for future videos!
@@GMEaus Hi I have looked more into it and purchased the 5watt hand held for the weekend passed and all i can say this thing is a pocket rocket the range and user friendly usage is amazing, great product much appreciated.
I have a TX 6160XY. Love it. But I wish I could run it off USB power
I work a lot outside a lot in hilly and flat areas. I have a radio in my car but not always in the car what is the best for hilly and flat ground job sites. Awesome video as always
Hi mate, thanks very much. Take a look at the TX6160 or TX6600S, that might suit your needs
www.gme.net.au/au/hand-held-radios/tx6160/
Nice info tony
Thanks 👍
6600 looks great, guys.
Looks and packed with the important things.🍻👏👏🤯
I had no idea you were Australian made until recently! ill be picking up a few units soon.
Would you expect a range increase by attaching a longer aerial?
Yes, UHF CB works on line-of-sight so a longer antenna definitely makes a difference.
@@GMEaus thank you.
Whats the range on these products? Can the signal be broadcast or received over say a 15km distance are antennas needed or possible?
Hi mate, we don’t claim specific distance as there is a large number of variables that affect range such as antenna length and geographic location
How do you setup your uhf cb radio tx6160x
Thanks for the feedback! We have passed this on to the team to look into for future videos. In the meantime we would recommend checking out the instruction manual to get the most out of your TX6160X.
When will GME build a unit with integrated Bluetooth. The Adventure bike market is screaming out for something they can connect to the Bluetooth headsets and still communicate when out of Bluetooth range.
Hi Chris, thanks for the feedback
Excellent question, hopefully soon.
@@88njtrigg88 That would be great. I believe some of the other competitors with uhf handhelds in Aust are doing the same.
Hi what hand-held radio would you suggest.. the main use being to talk to trackies when I'm towing a caravan
PS it needs to be simple to use
Regards John
Hi John, we would recommend either a model from the TX6160 range, of the TX6600S - both feature 5 watt transmission power and outstanding battery life, while still being very simply to operate
With both the 6160 and the 6600 being 5 watt units, can I expect the range on both to be about the same or would the 6600 with the bigger Ariel be substantially better? Thanks. Zak.
A couterpoise on a handhelds helps. Please look up "couterpoise on TH-cam" it's an old A-radio/Ham radio performance modification.
Besides the unboxing video you already posted, will there be any more videos about the TX6600S?
Hi mate, what sort of video would you like to see for this?
GME there is very little information about UHF Selcall on the internet apart from what’s included within the TX6600S’s manual, perhaps a detailed promotional video or field demonstration would be fantastic?
@@GMEaus Hey mate just wondering if the antennas between the 6160 and the 6600s are interchangable? Cheers!
Can you use this in new York USA the five watts we are 110 voltage
Hi Gary, unfortunately not, these radios are UHF CB radios operating on the 477MHz frequency, which is not available for public use in the USA
i had to fix the ppt on t tx6160 because the warranty ran out on the radio is there a replacement ppt button.
Hi Tony,
What are the key differences between the TX6600S and the TX6600PRO?
Hi James, the main differences are that the PRO is designed for commercial applications and has 119 programmable private channels
What would be the best option for construction/traffic control? Between the tx6600s and the tx6600pro or none of the above?
Hi mate, for professional/Construction environments we would recommend the TX6600Pro
Aight, I bought the 6160x and the 6600pro. Love em both but the 6160 seems better, not sure why since I paid 2x for the 6600
Hi Tony , I'm a first time owner of a TX6160. I just wanted to check when we we are not actively using the radio between trips, is the best thing to leave the radios in the twin charger unit or is there another way to take care of your radios when not using for some time?
Hi Phillip, the best thing for the TX6160 would be to cycle it (charge then deplete) as it is a lithium battery. We would not recommend leaving it always in the cradle or with a depleted battery for prolonged periods as this may impact the battery life. Hope this helps!
@GMEaus So I've just got piece. And the battery has remaining power at 2 bars. Should I empty out the power OR just bring the power down to 1 bar. THEN put it into the charging dock or cradle for first time charge?
Do I just put it cradle and leave it charging until it is full for a 4 hours charge.
So does the TX6600S use the same external speaker mic as the TX6160?
The other question is, I have an AE4707B Medium Barrel Spring antenna for my vehicle unit, mounted on my sports bar, which is too tall to drive into the garage with it up, and I don't use it frequently enough to warrant having it on while driving down the road, even with it folded down on the MBO24B fold down black antenna mounting bracket, so I just unscrew it until I'm ready to go out hunting. Is it ok to use some kind of copper or nickel based anti seize grease on the thread, or will that somehow impede performance?
Thanks.
Hi there,
Yes they both use the MC011 speaker mic.
Regarding the second part, if you didnt want to have the AE4707B whip on we would suggest using the CA005 antenna base cap to protect it whilst the whip is removed.
@@GMEaus Oh perfect. I’ve been all around the hardware shops looking for exactly that! Thanks.
With TX6600S is there any antenna upgrade or what is the size of the antenna male and female side
The TX6600S at this time has no other antenna options. We will be sure to pass this feedback on to the team though!
Can the 5watt tradie set be connected to an external aerial mounted on a vehicle?
Hi Nick, yes there is the ability to connect the TX6160 to a externally mounted aerial.
As farmer i need more range then these can offer vehicle mounted ones work great but they are attached to said vehicle is there a way to have hand held piggy back off a vehicle unit so when i am not in the combine / tractor i still can have contact?
Unfortunately not in that capacity. However we will be sure to pass this feedback on to the team to look into!
@@GMEaus IMO it's a concept worth exploring
if you use a mobile radio in your vehicle and set it up as a repeater, than use the hand radio to talk to the repeater to get longer distances
Question - how long will the batteries be good when unused, how long till I'd need to replace typically. I only use WT a few times a year, but always want on hand for emergency situations.
Hi mate, which model handheld would this question be in regards to?
Hi, between the 6160 and the 6600, which unit has the faster channel scanning ? Thanks
TX6600S would have the faster scanning speed.
What earpieces are compatible with the TX6160
Hi mate, check out the HS015 www.gme.net.au/au/accessories/hs015/
6:50 Yikes, so where are all the other GME Handneld UHF CB Radios made? I thought GME made 'ALL' it's products in Australia? 😐
I bought the TX 677 TP twin pack today. It appears that it no longer comes with the car charger. Am I correct?
That is correct, the TX677TP does not have a designater car charger as such but it does come with a USB compatible twin charging cradle that can be plugged into a vehicles USB charging port.
Usb-A or Usb-C?
Hi Guys I have a GMETX6150 I am trying to use the CTCSS feature I want to select a tone for channel 18 but every time I save my selection it saves to channel 40. any help appreciated..
Hi mate, best to call tech support for that one 1300 463 463
@@GMEaus Thankyou
Why not make a 5 watt usb rechargeable?
Hi Alan, there are a number of technical reasons we have not previously used USB charging on our 5W Handheld Radios. With that said, we are looking at USB charging for future product developments
micro usb charge port killed it for me
Always been a GME man, but last batch of 2w handhelds were very disappointing. Flimsy. Battery's died. And the menu system needs serious study to master. Just bought Uniden 825 and they seem better, menu much more intuitive.
Thanks for the feedback, we will be sure to pass this on to our product team to look into for future handheld releases!
Regarding the issues with your 2-watt TX677 we would recommend contacting our service department on techsupport@gme.net.au and they will be able to look into this.
Having 5W blasting in your face cannot be healthy. Radiation would be significant. Headaches galore.
THAT VIDEO DID NOT EXPLAIN AT ALL OF ITS CAPABIILITIES AND WHAT THEY CAN DO ON FIELD
Hi Toni, thanks for your feedback. This video was to cover the key differences in the models and the configurations available for each. If there is something you think we missed please let us know and we can have the team look into it for future videos!
@@GMEaus Hi
I have looked more into it and purchased the 5watt hand held for the weekend passed and all i can say this thing is a pocket rocket the range and user friendly usage is amazing, great product much appreciated.
@@tonirex01 thanks for your feedback! Glad to hear you like it and will be sure to pass it on to the team.
Can U do 3nubers
H Raymond,
Apologies but we are not quite sure what you are meaning by this?
@@GMEaus He is probably referring to a 3 Watt. So between 2 - 5 watts.
@@Pandak-Bonsay Unfortunately we do not do a 3-watt handheld option.
@GMEaus I'm new to this Radio business. But I am aware that there isn't a 3 watt in the stores I've been in looking to buy the TX6160.
5 Watt tx6160 made in china
Hand-held is two words. 🙄