Hey everyone! I just added a second channel for Firearms and Gear Tips and Reviews. Be sure to jump over there and subscribe to that one as well to get some good pointers on firearms, training and lots of EDC gear! www.youtube.com/@GunsandGearTipsandReviews-r6g
@morgangaushell9414 I really appreciate it! I'm putting one together this weekend about emergency power supply. We own a small cottage airbnb on the TX coast that got hit by Hurricane Beryl. While there we had no power or cell service (sketchy texting only) so I broke out the gear for emergency communication! I will try to make it enjoyable and a hood learning experience! Thanks again bud!
Been buying boofwangs since 2014 and now have a H3 and I may never buy another Baofeng. The H3 is now my main radio. The receive clarity is just so much better. The only critique would be the battery doesn’t last as long as the other brands. I did buy the set that comes with two antennas and 2 batteries. The battery life isn’t bad just shorter than what the other brands have. My next purchase will be the H8 or another H3.
I have also noticed that the 2500 batteries don't last as long as one would expect. I feel that the technology inside and the features out way the battery life far more though. Most people feel the same way. I actually just did another video on the Baofeng UV-9g (not uploaded yet). I can't stand baofengs, but this one is a different breed! Anyway, I'm TIDradio and Wouxun all the way these days! You get what you pay for! Have a great one!
Just got an h3. Cant believe how small and solid it is. Fell in love immediately, but habe to exchange it. Every 4 or so transmissions it will transmit, but not carry any audio or rodger beep for that matter. It does tie up the channel and break the squelch on my other radios, just no sound. Next keyup it may be good, but sometimes its blank for 3 more. Im sure it is a fluke and my replacement will be here monday. My son and i currently use uv5rs when 4 wheeling and have helmet kits with ptts on our handlebars. The h3 is going to live in my pocket with a stubby antenna for when im off the ATV with no helmet and i can spot him still.
Yeah, it sounds Ike a bad one. Your replacement should fix all that. As for antennas, the factory is good, but get a Smiley 5/8 Slim Duck 465! That is shorter and much farther range....
I just bought the TidRadio and will hopefully get them around the 20th (they are being shipped to Colombia where we use ONLY HAM bands). But I am also following directions from another channel. I bought two converters to change the radio connection type from SMA to BNC. Then I bought two Nagoya antenna (best antenna to use) and those are in BNC. This way there is no risk of damaging the SMA threads or connector.
You will love it. It will also unlock to Ham and GMRS, so do that, just in case you want to talk to another radio (a friend) in more of a private frequency. Do you have 462 frequency usage there? You should be able to use it simplex.
@michaeleber4752 Nice. The H8 and H3 models do really well for their price. And, they are super easy to read in the sunlight compared to some others. Make sure you order the Nagoya for UHF VHF and not the one I linked which is GMRS. A solid 136/430 mhz Nagoya will do wanders for these radios!
@michaeleber4752 I was recording on GMRS channels 462 mhz. That Nagoya was made specifically for 462-467. It will work on your UHF freq's, but not well on the VHF. Diamond and Nagoya are the same company, I believe. I have this antenna for the UHF VHF frequencies. This antenna will be better for your needs over there: amzn.to/4dhzyLA Double check your Nagoya order first. If it was from my link, you would want to return it. This Diamond is awesome for HAM.
AFAIK the H3 only does 27 Mhz RX in FM. So, not super useful in the US, yet, but it does air band AM, so hopefully AM CB RX is another firmware update away. The 0530 didn't get that done yet, but that they're continuing to improve it is awesome.
What is does AFAIK stand for? I've been looking at this comment for 2 weeks and can't figure it out! That's why I haven't responded yet. Honestly, I haven't used the 27Mhz yet, because I keep forgetting....
Can you do a video demonstration or tutorial on how you build your different lists and switch between them. That sounds like an awesome feature. I travel a lot as well so it’d be nice to have preprogrammed lists for different towns or regions.
I will do that. There are a ton of comments and folks that ask me the same thing. ODMaster can turn your radio into a "group scanning capability" radio... let me see if I can find the reply I just left for another guy explaining it briefly.
Find the video with me holding a small SWR meter Pic. It's called "Gotta test your gmrs radios". Look at the comments to and from Gregory Sloat. That will give you an idea on how I do it, but I will do a video for yall!
Besides the watts and flashlight/GPS, what are the available TX frequency differences between the TD-H3 and the new BF F8HP PRO and the BF AR-5RM? Both are UNLOCKED HAM radios and seem to TX on the exact same frequencies. Please advise. I am hoping to pull the trigger and buy one this before Thanksgiving.
@frankswaim Let's see, all 3 are HAM radios that can be unlocked. The main difference is the brand. In my massive pile of radios, and testing, the TIDradio is a much better performer than Baofeng, any day of the week. Plus, the H3 can receive CB 27mhz band and the others cannot. I won't ever buy a Baofeng for SHTF scenarios. If I didn't have $200 for a really good radio, it would be the H3 all day long. Also, Tidradio puts out firmware updates and baofeng doesn't.
I just started watching your excellent and informative videos because I recently purchased my first GMRS radio, the TID H8. However, I just starting hearing great things about the TID H3, which seems to offer even more capabilities. Would it be possible for you to do a quick comparison video between the 2? Is it worth getting the H3 if I have the H8? By the way, I have my license, but have no idea how to program the radios and don't know what channels are for what. I see you offer some help and I will be watching your videos. Thanks for what you do!
Hi Bill. Thanks! I can tell you that the H3 is more advanced, but it's a smaller keypad. I do a ton of testing videos (previously uploaded) all with the H3 and I constantly brag. They work identical, except the H3 can bow Rx CB, and it has always Rx'd air/AM. I don't really care too much about those two, but with all of the abuse I have put mine through, I stand beside them and strongly recommend! Take a look at my field test videos if you haven't yet. Plus, I did a short H3 video also showing off the Scramble and Bluetooth feature. That is a quick video highlighting those two, but I still brag about how great it is. I wouldn't necessarily spend more money unless you just want to, because they are both great. If you want a smaller handheld than the H8, thus would be your guy. But, big hands and big fingers get in the way on the smaller keypad sometimes.
@@FirstUnitedTactical Thank you so much for the full and complete answer. I really appreciate you taking the time, and you have answered my question! I am a recent subscriber, but have started watching many of your videos and find them educational and enjoyable. And I have high regard for your analyses. Thanks again!
Just found your channel. Trying to decide whether to go boofang 5rm vs Tid h3 or h8 to try this radio thing out as a backup if power or cell went down. Out in far west San Antonio
Cool bud! I'm over between Seguin and New Braunfels in Mcqueeney. H3 all day long compared to those you listed. Small buttons, but this radio does it all. I monitor a lot, don't really get to talking too much. I used too more when all three were connected, but not so much anymore. I'm definately around the area though! WRZU993
@moonchild2213 Very good idea! Register on. Radioreference.com and then go to Chirp. You might find some good airband frequencies in your area to monitor on a daily basis.
I’m a newbie at this and I’m pretty lost. I bought the TDH8 10 W fully unlocked. But I’m not clear as to what frequencies do what where can I find that information?
@Carlosization1 I just lost my reply! Click that link to get started and to find frequencies in your area. Download the app or go to repeaterbook.com to also see frequencies near you. You want to download gmrs (462 & 467) along with the 140's and 440's. Go to MyGMRS.com and click the link k to get your GMRS license so you can talk. don't transmit on any channel or frequency until you get your license. GMRS is different from HAM. Just focus on GMRS for now, 462 thru 467. There's 30 channels, 22 regular and 8 repeater. Repeaterbook will tell you which frequencies are close to your area.
I just received my Tidradio yesterday. Does anyone know if I can program the radio to talk to someone with a cb radio? Any info would be great. Thanks.
@Prosab-id6so Last I heard it was able to receive, but not transmit. Google to see what the "27mhz" frequencies are. You will k ow if you can transmit or not. I don't remember, but the radio may buzz or sound like an error sound while PTT is pressed. UT may have a newer version to download and allow it, but I'm not sure.
That's a question that no one can really answer. It was designed for military use (so I've heard) a long time ago. It's supposed to work with another radio that has the hopping feature turned on (both radios) and while talking, it will change frequencies to try and stop others from listening in. We can't get it to work at all. We have tried a group of 4 of us, with 4 radios, and all of us can hear each other just fine. If it works, I don't know how to really make it work.
I tested CB RX between the Quansheng and the Tidradio H3. Both with the same 27 MHz telescopic antenna. While the Quansheng received a clear 7-4 signal, the Tidradio received nothing. 🤷
@-Tris- Hmmmm.. good to know. When the forward update came out, they said it was rx only, and narrow. I never thought of testing with my cb! I never scan cb anyway, and I guess I just didn't think about it
@@FirstUnitedTactical I should mention that I don't know the firmware on the H3 at this time, it's from a friend. My Quansheng has the IJV v2 Firmware. Even shortwave radio is possible with it.
@bradfordevens5586 sometimes Fire and Police fall under the 154 mhz frequency. Sometimes they are digital, which you can't hear unless you have a P25 radio. Go to Radioreference.com and search your area for all the local law and fire analog frequencies. Sometimes you can hear them if they haven't updated to P25 Digital. These radios will pick up FM so look for those. Radioreference.com is where you will find all the cool channels!
Hello! I want to get into GMRS but don't know what brand is good? there are too many! what is a good brand that gives good signal? Is Tidradio good starter? Thank you!
@Tenacious_Operator I believe the Tidradio H3 is the best budget starter radio. I have all of the "popular" brands, and even with the stock antenna, they perform better than Baofengs and others like that. Keep in mind a Smiley 5/8 Slim Duck 465 antenna or a Nagoya 771g antenna will be better than the stock, but best bang for the buck, straight out if the box is the TD-H3 for a budget. There are better radios out there that cost more, and I can narrow some of those down for you if you want to spend more right away. Just let me know and I will give as much advice as I can! There's a lot of field videos that show different radios and different antennas, so make sure you watch them. Plus affiliate links and coupon codes are listed in the descriptions as welll! May as well save some money! Thanks
@FirstUnitedTactical thank you very much for your help! I've joined a fb group for gmrs and one of the member has seconded the h3! Will go with that one for my first radio! Just waiting on my callsign!
@Tenacious_Operator 2 years ago when I applied, I got the email is just under 24 hours! Watch the emails and tge very first thing u need to do is join MyGmrs.com! It's so much information about nationwide repeaters!
The new firmware will allow it to happen. If for some crazy reason you get one with older firmware, it can be updated through the Tidradio website. It's 2405xx or 2406xx, which I don't remember. To answer your question, all of the H3's will do it, even the old ones, as long as the firmware is updated. You will love that little guy! Oh, if you use my link and code, you should get 10% off, or use the amazon link also if you don't mind.... Those links help support the channel and allow me to buy new toys to test out for videos!
Does your H3 delay opening squelch when accessing a repeater? I have settings #40 and #41 set to off but I’m still getting the squelch tail and repeater ID getting cut off at the beginning. This happened after applying the April updates for me. Even the manual recommends these be set to off for normal conversation. Nothing I do can change it though…
Honestly I don't ever pay attention. I believe mine are set to off, but not even sure on that. I will check it out tomorrow when I'm in town and get back to you on the outcome and what my settings are.
@@FirstUnitedTactical just wanted to come back here and say that the latest firmware (240530) has fixed my issue described above. The squelch now opens right after unkeying allowing me to hear the repeater’s response and ID without getting cut off. They also added a display brightness setting! Very happy with TidRadio’s commitment to making a good radio better with continual updates.
@JoshBarea I didn't know there was a new version! I will be doing another forced antenna test tomorrow with tge H3 and H8 and I will definitely mention it! Yes, they are quickly becoming the leader in budget radios!
My experience with my H8 is that its sensitivity is good, but not great. My H3 has better sensitivity. The downfall of both for me is the very long battery recharge times for either radio. My Quansheng UV-K5 with egzumer firmware slides right between the Tidradio TD-H8 and TD-H3 in sensitivity--better than the H8, just slightly worse than the H3. The UV-K5 batteries recharge quite a bit faster than the Tidradios do. All three are good value/performance radios compared to most of the inexpensive Chinese radio offerings.
I agree 100%, however I cannot video myself transmitting on a K5 because I only have my GMRS license. I hope to study enough before the next Tech exam and give it a try.....
@@FirstUnitedTactical Are there comparisons between the H3 and Quansheng UV-K5 for 18mhz reception/reception in general? Seems like the H3 is better user interface if you want to "dumb it down" and just use it for GMRS. My main interest is when I go camping in the desert with family and friends. I'd also be interested in if you've connected it to a simple external antennae on vehicle to increase range, etc. Appreciate your testing.
@ojaiguru I personally don't own a K5, so I've never done testing. The main reason is I only have my gmrs for now, and it's illegal for me to push the button on a HAM radio, and video it!
@@FirstUnitedTactical I do have the H3 as well as the H8 and the Bluetooth adapter for other radios. I did not know about the firmware update until I saw this video. I will check it out. I don’t expect to receive much on the CB band with the antenna on the radio though.
@@FirstUnitedTactical I just looked up the update and it adds 18 to 49mhz so it also includes 10 meters and 6 meters but it looks like it is only FM. I may get another H3 to try this on.
Hey everyone! I just added a second channel for Firearms and Gear Tips and Reviews. Be sure to jump over there and subscribe to that one as well to get some good pointers on firearms, training and lots of EDC gear! www.youtube.com/@GunsandGearTipsandReviews-r6g
I have two td h8. They are solid as a rock. And I'm rough on things. I love them. Work awsome
If you ever want another, get the H3, if you don't have huge hands.... It's awesome too.
No doubt about it you are AWESOME!!! I ordered the H8 THANK YOU SO,SO MUCH 👍👍👍
HEY TK! What's up bud!!!!!!!
Killer videos, I have learned alot from your videos! Very informative and easy to watch/listen and follow. Keep up the great work brother and thanks!
@morgangaushell9414 I really appreciate it! I'm putting one together this weekend about emergency power supply. We own a small cottage airbnb on the TX coast that got hit by Hurricane Beryl. While there we had no power or cell service (sketchy texting only) so I broke out the gear for emergency communication! I will try to make it enjoyable and a hood learning experience! Thanks again bud!
Been buying boofwangs since 2014 and now have a H3 and I may never buy another Baofeng. The H3 is now my main radio. The receive clarity is just so much better. The only critique would be the battery doesn’t last as long as the other brands. I did buy the set that comes with two antennas and 2 batteries. The battery life isn’t bad just shorter than what the other brands have. My next purchase will be the H8 or another H3.
I have also noticed that the 2500 batteries don't last as long as one would expect. I feel that the technology inside and the features out way the battery life far more though. Most people feel the same way. I actually just did another video on the Baofeng UV-9g (not uploaded yet). I can't stand baofengs, but this one is a different breed! Anyway, I'm TIDradio and Wouxun all the way these days! You get what you pay for! Have a great one!
Just got an h3. Cant believe how small and solid it is. Fell in love immediately, but habe to exchange it. Every 4 or so transmissions it will transmit, but not carry any audio or rodger beep for that matter. It does tie up the channel and break the squelch on my other radios, just no sound. Next keyup it may be good, but sometimes its blank for 3 more. Im sure it is a fluke and my replacement will be here monday. My son and i currently use uv5rs when 4 wheeling and have helmet kits with ptts on our handlebars. The h3 is going to live in my pocket with a stubby antenna for when im off the ATV with no helmet and i can spot him still.
Yeah, it sounds Ike a bad one. Your replacement should fix all that. As for antennas, the factory is good, but get a Smiley 5/8 Slim Duck 465! That is shorter and much farther range....
Just got the TD H8.. I’m new to this and confused. Gonna sub and go through your videos. Thanks!
I got the H3 a few days ago and it's my favorite now, I still use my H8
They got a bad rep at each new radio launch, but they are very good for the price.
Fire martial Bill 🤣 Stay blessed
I just bought the TidRadio and will hopefully get them around the 20th (they are being shipped to Colombia where we use ONLY HAM bands). But I am also following directions from another channel. I bought two converters to change the radio connection type from SMA to BNC. Then I bought two Nagoya antenna (best antenna to use) and those are in BNC. This way there is no risk of damaging the SMA threads or connector.
You will love it. It will also unlock to Ham and GMRS, so do that, just in case you want to talk to another radio (a friend) in more of a private frequency. Do you have 462 frequency usage there? You should be able to use it simplex.
@@FirstUnitedTactical I was told that there are "two channels" for free communication but I have yet to find anything. The majority here use HAM.
@michaeleber4752 Nice. The H8 and H3 models do really well for their price. And, they are super easy to read in the sunlight compared to some others. Make sure you order the Nagoya for UHF VHF and not the one I linked which is GMRS. A solid 136/430 mhz Nagoya will do wanders for these radios!
@@FirstUnitedTactical Ordered at the same time I ordered the radios.
@michaeleber4752 I was recording on GMRS channels 462 mhz. That Nagoya was made specifically for 462-467. It will work on your UHF freq's, but not well on the VHF. Diamond and Nagoya are the same company, I believe. I have this antenna for the UHF VHF frequencies. This antenna will be better for your needs over there:
amzn.to/4dhzyLA
Double check your Nagoya order first. If it was from my link, you would want to return it. This Diamond is awesome for HAM.
AFAIK the H3 only does 27 Mhz RX in FM. So, not super useful in the US, yet, but it does air band AM, so hopefully AM CB RX is another firmware update away. The 0530 didn't get that done yet, but that they're continuing to improve it is awesome.
What is does AFAIK stand for? I've been looking at this comment for 2 weeks and can't figure it out! That's why I haven't responded yet. Honestly, I haven't used the 27Mhz yet, because I keep forgetting....
@@FirstUnitedTactical As Far As I Know
@@aMaff AHHHHHH. All I kept picturing was IFAK medical kits.....
Can you do a video demonstration or tutorial on how you build your different lists and switch between them. That sounds like an awesome feature. I travel a lot as well so it’d be nice to have preprogrammed lists for different towns or regions.
I will do that. There are a ton of comments and folks that ask me the same thing. ODMaster can turn your radio into a "group scanning capability" radio... let me see if I can find the reply I just left for another guy explaining it briefly.
Find the video with me holding a small SWR meter Pic. It's called "Gotta test your gmrs radios". Look at the comments to and from Gregory Sloat. That will give you an idea on how I do it, but I will do a video for yall!
Besides the watts and flashlight/GPS, what are the available TX frequency differences between the TD-H3 and the new BF F8HP PRO and the BF AR-5RM? Both are UNLOCKED HAM radios and seem to TX on the exact same frequencies. Please advise.
I am hoping to pull the trigger and buy one this before Thanksgiving.
@frankswaim Let's see, all 3 are HAM radios that can be unlocked. The main difference is the brand. In my massive pile of radios, and testing, the TIDradio is a much better performer than Baofeng, any day of the week. Plus, the H3 can receive CB 27mhz band and the others cannot. I won't ever buy a Baofeng for SHTF scenarios. If I didn't have $200 for a really good radio, it would be the H3 all day long. Also, Tidradio puts out firmware updates and baofeng doesn't.
I just started watching your excellent and informative videos because I recently purchased my first GMRS radio, the TID H8. However, I just starting hearing great things about the TID H3, which seems to offer even more capabilities. Would it be possible for you to do a quick comparison video between the 2? Is it worth getting the H3 if I have the H8? By the way, I have my license, but have no idea how to program the radios and don't know what channels are for what. I see you offer some help and I will be watching your videos. Thanks for what you do!
Hi Bill. Thanks! I can tell you that the H3 is more advanced, but it's a smaller keypad. I do a ton of testing videos (previously uploaded) all with the H3 and I constantly brag. They work identical, except the H3 can bow Rx CB, and it has always Rx'd air/AM. I don't really care too much about those two, but with all of the abuse I have put mine through, I stand beside them and strongly recommend! Take a look at my field test videos if you haven't yet. Plus, I did a short H3 video also showing off the Scramble and Bluetooth feature. That is a quick video highlighting those two, but I still brag about how great it is. I wouldn't necessarily spend more money unless you just want to, because they are both great. If you want a smaller handheld than the H8, thus would be your guy. But, big hands and big fingers get in the way on the smaller keypad sometimes.
@@FirstUnitedTactical Thank you so much for the full and complete answer. I really appreciate you taking the time, and you have answered my question! I am a recent subscriber, but have started watching many of your videos and find them educational and enjoyable. And I have high regard for your analyses. Thanks again!
Just found your channel. Trying to decide whether to go boofang 5rm vs Tid h3 or h8 to try this radio thing out as a backup if power or cell went down.
Out in far west San Antonio
Cool bud! I'm over between Seguin and New Braunfels in Mcqueeney. H3 all day long compared to those you listed. Small buttons, but this radio does it all. I monitor a lot, don't really get to talking too much. I used too more when all three were connected, but not so much anymore. I'm definately around the area though! WRZU993
I have both and love my H3... Just ordered the H8 as my primary radio, and my H3 will be my dedicated Airband for field day events.
@moonchild2213 Very good idea! Register on. Radioreference.com and then go to Chirp. You might find some good airband frequencies in your area to monitor on a daily basis.
Great video! Subscribed ✅
Awesome, thank you!
I’ve really enjoyed your vids. Quick question…I have heard that the TD3 doesn’t update well. Can you give me your input on that? Thanks!
Sorry for the delay Mark. I have not had any issues and I have probably updated 5 or 6 times with all tge H3's I have. No issues here bud!
I’m a newbie at this and I’m pretty lost. I bought the TDH8 10 W fully unlocked. But I’m not clear as to what frequencies do what where can I find that information?
@@Carlosization1 th-cam.com/video/HfSNww4QGww/w-d-xo.htmlsi=D5y3xxCU8tSWKCKd
@Carlosization1 I just lost my reply! Click that link to get started and to find frequencies in your area. Download the app or go to repeaterbook.com to also see frequencies near you. You want to download gmrs (462 & 467) along with the 140's and 440's. Go to MyGMRS.com and click the link k to get your GMRS license so you can talk. don't transmit on any channel or frequency until you get your license. GMRS is different from HAM. Just focus on GMRS for now, 462 thru 467. There's 30 channels, 22 regular and 8 repeater. Repeaterbook will tell you which frequencies are close to your area.
I just received my Tidradio yesterday. Does anyone know if I can program the radio to talk to someone with a cb radio? Any info would be great. Thanks.
@Prosab-id6so Last I heard it was able to receive, but not transmit. Google to see what the "27mhz" frequencies are. You will k ow if you can transmit or not. I don't remember, but the radio may buzz or sound like an error sound while PTT is pressed. UT may have a newer version to download and allow it, but I'm not sure.
Sorry for typos
@@FirstUnitedTactical Thanks for the reply.
Question on the H3. Please help me understand what menu item "#34 Hopping RX" is and how to use it! Thanks in advance.
That's a question that no one can really answer. It was designed for military use (so I've heard) a long time ago. It's supposed to work with another radio that has the hopping feature turned on (both radios) and while talking, it will change frequencies to try and stop others from listening in. We can't get it to work at all. We have tried a group of 4 of us, with 4 radios, and all of us can hear each other just fine. If it works, I don't know how to really make it work.
My h8 pushes 17 watts gmrs. 14 watts 2meter
I tested CB RX between the Quansheng and the Tidradio H3. Both with the same 27 MHz telescopic antenna. While the Quansheng received a clear 7-4 signal, the Tidradio received nothing. 🤷
@-Tris- Hmmmm.. good to know. When the forward update came out, they said it was rx only, and narrow. I never thought of testing with my cb! I never scan cb anyway, and I guess I just didn't think about it
@@FirstUnitedTactical I should mention that I don't know the firmware on the H3 at this time, it's from a friend.
My Quansheng has the IJV v2 Firmware. Even shortwave radio is possible with it.
@@-Tris- I know the K5 updates allow multiple band receive, but I didn't know it could pick up shortwave.
How do you program fire and police frequencies
@bradfordevens5586 sometimes Fire and Police fall under the 154 mhz frequency. Sometimes they are digital, which you can't hear unless you have a P25 radio. Go to Radioreference.com and search your area for all the local law and fire analog frequencies. Sometimes you can hear them if they haven't updated to P25 Digital. These radios will pick up FM so look for those. Radioreference.com is where you will find all the cool channels!
both my td8 radios do at least 10 watts across uhf and vhf
Hello! I want to get into GMRS but don't know what brand is good? there are too many! what is a good brand that gives good signal? Is Tidradio good starter? Thank you!
@Tenacious_Operator I believe the Tidradio H3 is the best budget starter radio. I have all of the "popular" brands, and even with the stock antenna, they perform better than Baofengs and others like that. Keep in mind a Smiley 5/8 Slim Duck 465 antenna or a Nagoya 771g antenna will be better than the stock, but best bang for the buck, straight out if the box is the TD-H3 for a budget. There are better radios out there that cost more, and I can narrow some of those down for you if you want to spend more right away. Just let me know and I will give as much advice as I can! There's a lot of field videos that show different radios and different antennas, so make sure you watch them. Plus affiliate links and coupon codes are listed in the descriptions as welll! May as well save some money! Thanks
@FirstUnitedTactical thank you very much for your help! I've joined a fb group for gmrs and one of the member has seconded the h3! Will go with that one for my first radio! Just waiting on my callsign!
@Tenacious_Operator 2 years ago when I applied, I got the email is just under 24 hours! Watch the emails and tge very first thing u need to do is join MyGmrs.com! It's so much information about nationwide repeaters!
If I order a new h3, how will I know if it’s the new one that can go on CB channels? Thanks
The new firmware will allow it to happen. If for some crazy reason you get one with older firmware, it can be updated through the Tidradio website. It's 2405xx or 2406xx, which I don't remember. To answer your question, all of the H3's will do it, even the old ones, as long as the firmware is updated. You will love that little guy! Oh, if you use my link and code, you should get 10% off, or use the amazon link also if you don't mind.... Those links help support the channel and allow me to buy new toys to test out for videos!
I have 9 HTs now you're making me round up to 10.. ughhh thanks 😂
You sound like me!!!!
Does CB bands comes to h8 too? What you think?
Not on the H8.
Does your H3 delay opening squelch when accessing a repeater? I have settings #40 and #41 set to off but I’m still getting the squelch tail and repeater ID getting cut off at the beginning. This happened after applying the April updates for me. Even the manual recommends these be set to off for normal conversation. Nothing I do can change it though…
Honestly I don't ever pay attention. I believe mine are set to off, but not even sure on that. I will check it out tomorrow when I'm in town and get back to you on the outcome and what my settings are.
@@FirstUnitedTactical just wanted to come back here and say that the latest firmware (240530) has fixed my issue described above. The squelch now opens right after unkeying allowing me to hear the repeater’s response and ID without getting cut off. They also added a display brightness setting! Very happy with TidRadio’s commitment to making a good radio better with continual updates.
@JoshBarea I didn't know there was a new version! I will be doing another forced antenna test tomorrow with tge H3 and H8 and I will definitely mention it! Yes, they are quickly becoming the leader in budget radios!
You restore my faith in MANKIND!!!
Tell my wife that!!!!!!
Fire Marshall Bill!
@@Quietprofessional1 Hilarious! They just don't make them like that anymore!
Let me show you something!!! 🔥🔥🔥😂
@@JabariHunt ahahahahhahahahaa
My experience with my H8 is that its sensitivity is good, but not great. My H3 has better sensitivity. The downfall of both for me is the very long battery recharge times for either radio. My Quansheng UV-K5 with egzumer firmware slides right between the Tidradio TD-H8 and TD-H3 in sensitivity--better than the H8, just slightly worse than the H3. The UV-K5 batteries recharge quite a bit faster than the Tidradios do. All three are good value/performance radios compared to most of the inexpensive Chinese radio offerings.
I agree 100%, however I cannot video myself transmitting on a K5 because I only have my GMRS license. I hope to study enough before the next Tech exam and give it a try.....
@@FirstUnitedTactical Are there comparisons between the H3 and Quansheng UV-K5 for 18mhz reception/reception in general? Seems like the H3 is better user interface if you want to "dumb it down" and just use it for GMRS. My main interest is when I go camping in the desert with family and friends. I'd also be interested in if you've connected it to a simple external antennae on vehicle to increase range, etc.
Appreciate your testing.
@ojaiguru I personally don't own a K5, so I've never done testing. The main reason is I only have my gmrs for now, and it's illegal for me to push the button on a HAM radio, and video it!
Yup, great little radios.
Do you have the H3? Did you see the new firware version part of the video? CB band!
@@FirstUnitedTactical I do have the H3 as well as the H8 and the Bluetooth adapter for other radios. I did not know about the firmware update until I saw this video. I will check it out. I don’t expect to receive much on the CB band with the antenna on the radio though.
@@FirstUnitedTactical I just looked up the update and it adds 18 to 49mhz so it also includes 10 meters and 6 meters but it looks like it is only FM. I may get another H3 to try this on.
You're right. I'm not even sure what antenna is currently available to pick it up. But, it's a cool feature!
Let me check! Hang tight!