That is a decent radio when considering the price point. That was also a decent range for such a small and low wattage radio.
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Its not bad in a built up area. Cheers Andy.
@richardmillican7733
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Fred. I've mentioned previously - GMRS the system that's being used and growing in popularity in North America, allows use with power of upto 50 WATTS in the 70cms band, and it also shares the American version of PMR (FRS), the FRS Frequencies are at a reduced power to match those cheap type handsets. GMRS also allows repeater use!! It's giving CB a real run for its money in North America, you need to buy a licence from the FCC but there's no test, and the FCC issue you a call sign that applies to anybody within your household. The system has 22 preset channels. It's gotten so popular in the USA that the manufacturers "Midland" No longer manufacture CB radio equipment and are solely focused on GMRS Equipment. If OFCOM allowed it's introduction in the UK, I think it would quickly gain a following over here. There's a KZitem channel "Notarubicon" Which has a lot of GMRS content, I'd suggest is any of your subscribers were interested it's worth a look!
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds interesting. Thanks
@RingwayManchester
2 жыл бұрын
Great stuff Fred I love it
@sutitigi
2 жыл бұрын
Bought the same antenna for my Forest Radio service here in Finland, made a huge gain on RX LAFAYETTE 3100 RHA68
@AndyRaysWorld
2 жыл бұрын
nice work Fred keep up the great work pal 😁👌
@fredbos5997
2 жыл бұрын
11 pounds is not a huge amount for this little pmr radio. Surprising to see how you reach 2 km. Interesting to see how it works on that pmr antenna you were showing in the video. See ya!
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Its slightly increased to £13 but still cheap. PMR antenna next sat. Things went a bit wrong though.
@TonyLing
2 жыл бұрын
1:25 Aerials have no effect whatsoever to the audio volume with FM.
@jamesmahoney6009
2 жыл бұрын
Lots of nets on446 Fred put an antenna up have a go no ssb though but when conditions are good 200 300 miles
@rizmark5522
2 жыл бұрын
very nice
@Tom-zq7lu
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic and beatifull thank,73,s
@Greg-zr4wm
2 жыл бұрын
Get video as usual, thanķ you as always!!! 73 VA6GKT
@SuperLaplander
2 жыл бұрын
Cheers, nice one!
@alangoulding4252
2 жыл бұрын
Them gutters need clearing Fred....
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Yes your right. Have been done now.
@delboyonline
2 жыл бұрын
The Antron 99 actually works very poorly on 446 for obvious reasons so you may be surprised when you try that little purpose built antenna, even better if you could try a Watson/Sirio/Diamond collinear.
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Dell. I was very surprised when i put the DX111 up but not for the right reasons :-( Video next Sat.
@delboyonline
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK I've just tried my Antron on 70cm and a station which was 20 over 9 on my Watson 2000 vanished completely when I put the Antron on. I actually wonder how on earth your Antron was receiving so well on 446... 🤔
@T.M.G2014
2 жыл бұрын
Next test when ........ we need more Fred on radios
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
LOL. I normally upload once a week early sat morning.
@T.M.G2014
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK yeah that's not gonna help get our Fred fix we can't rewatch from start lol
@T.M.G2014
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK ps did your baby fish in pond survive
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Yes fish are doing well. Check out Fred2 channel for update.
@BrianRamseysg01
Жыл бұрын
Great videos but for some reason your links seem to have trouble in UK? E Bay selling these at £19.99!!!
@CB-RADIO-UK
Жыл бұрын
I think they have been replaced by the 615 model. Just a word of caution you need to be careful of clone radios on Ebay. Trying to get a genuine Baofeng is almost impossible.
@BrianRamseysg01
Жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK Yeah I just invested (Foundation exam tomorrow) in a UV-15R which is described as a baofeng but I wonder why the programing software is totally different to the UV-5R as I now own both for a comparison. So whilst I am at it I would inform people out there the antenna fitting on the UV-15R is female and on a UV-5R its Male!
@CB-RADIO-UK
Жыл бұрын
Good luck with the exam Brian.
@BrianRamseysg01
Жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK Thanks I passed!!
@CB-RADIO-UK
Жыл бұрын
WELL DONE Brian !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@jasonkeel7738
2 жыл бұрын
Is the radio on narrow put it on wide 2m/70cm radio may help the reception Fred ..
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Not sure. When on WFM the background noise goes very high esp with the Antron
@briantheminer
2 жыл бұрын
Come on, we need that DR111 testing, it’s no good teasing us with a 10 second intro 😉 Where did you get it, can’t seem to find it ?
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Tested. Video next week. It did not go to plan though.
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
I got mine from ebay a few years ago. TBH they are over priced and very easy to make if you have the time.
@briantheminer
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK cheers Fred
@19TC504
2 жыл бұрын
hahaha i transmit with 25watts on pmr :) i know its not alout but as long as you dont bottering or make qrm for others then its fine
@davidchaplin7023
2 жыл бұрын
Have you considered going for your ham radio licence?
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Hi David. Not for me at the moment as having too much fun on 11m SSB but who knows in the future.
@andrewbirks7810
2 жыл бұрын
Fred what range would these Radio be handled to handled
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Depends on surroundings. Ive only tested these in a built up area with lots of houses. Iam getting around 700m -1km tops. More out in the open though.
@andrewbirks7810
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for that
@paulpkl624
2 жыл бұрын
Any chance you could do a review on the CRT SUPERSTAR SS-6900-V 7 with the extras on it.
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
No not really unless i get sent one.
@paulpkl624
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK OK 👍 Thanks anyway.
@DAVIDGREGORYKERR
2 жыл бұрын
What about a Slim Jim antenna for 446MHZ
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Ive heard good things about them on CB
@paulpkl624
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Fred, I'm thinking about coming back on to CB again after about 20years not on. What's your take on the CRT SUPERSTAR SS-6900-V 7, Thanks Paul (Bulldog)
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Paul. Its a great starter radio to get back in and learn SSB. Also worth a look is the Alinco DX10 which is very much the same. Ive done loads of videos on the 6900 if you check the channel.
@paulpkl624
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK I've been looking at your videos for a while now, that's why I asked you the question, keep up the good work.
@Ixquick979
2 жыл бұрын
Have anyone ever got in trouble for using unapproved radio on pmr446?
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Not that i know personally. I think it depends where you use one. I would think if you were transmitting at a public event with police / security you might get questioned.
@rizmark5522
2 жыл бұрын
Fred whats the post and packaging on the Retevis RB618.
@rizmark5522
2 жыл бұрын
£15 from the Retevis website or 17 on ebay.
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Riz dont know you would have to check the website.
@wam2610
2 жыл бұрын
👍
@sprint955st
2 жыл бұрын
Lidl near me are selling some PMR w/t at the moment 35 quid a pair
@greggaieck4808
2 жыл бұрын
Retevis rb6 18 446 mhz flliea hand held radio is cool
@CB-RADIO-UK
2 жыл бұрын
£35 a pair is getting to the top end of Retevis PMR's.
@sprint955st
2 жыл бұрын
@@CB-RADIO-UK I didn't look in the box for accessories but their stuff often comes with 'extras', I'll have a look next time.
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