what is the difference between the UV 5 ra and the uv5 rb
1280170
It looks the same, frequency range is the same, other features are the same.
1280171
i really don't know what the difference might be. However, "IF" you buy a Baofeng radio, save the box and all of the papers. Some are shipped in non-working condition!!
1280172
The specs look to be the same. There isn't enough information out for the 5Rb to see if anyone has found anything.
2056074
The underlying firmware is essentially the same. I like the uv5a better than the others, but it is six of one, half a dozen of the other. People have gotten defective ones in any of them. You just have to be lucky because when you get a good one, it is an awesome value.
1867644
I bought one and it didn't fit my UV5R+. I had to modify and file the tabs to make it fit. After that, it worked fine.73!
1330506
Unless you are completely comfortable with making modifications to the plastic housing of the battery case, I would NOT recommend buying the 3800mAh pack - it's designed for the original UV-5R, NOT the RA. and not the Plus! Instead there is a 3600 mAh pack that will fit your radio out of the box. The modifications require the use of a Dremel mototool and a series of Xacto knives to remove the keyways from the battery pack ledge. There are several videos on Youtube about doing these modifications.
584226
I have the Uv-5re plus. It fit perfectly. The lock was tight and had to use a screw driver to release it. Filed down the locking tab a little and took care of the problem.
1555135
Yes. The UV-B5 is a variant of the UV-5R with the 2 pin Kenwood interface. This cable can be used either with the factory supplied software or CHIRP.
1906608
Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use. This radio is NOT part 95 legal (MURS and FRS/GMRS) Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use.... » Read More Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use. This radio is NOT part 95 legal (MURS and FRS/GMRS) « Show Less
2061851
I presume you mean that with two different frequencies showing on the display, will one be able to hear both of them if activity were on both at the same time. The short answer is NO. The radio does not have two receivers. It is no different that the UV-5R in that respect. The radio will prioritize reception to the frequency or channel that is "arrowed"...the one with the bullet in front of it. If no activity is on that frequency, then the other displayed channel will receive. In a nutshell, the radio will MONITOR both channels at the same time, but it will only RECEIVE one when both might have traffic on them at the same time. Hope that helps. I presume you mean that with two different frequencies showing on the display, will one be able to hear both of them if activity were on both at the same time. The short answer is NO. The radio does not have two receivers. It is no different that the UV-5R in that respect. The radio will prioritize reception to the frequency or channel that is "arrowed"...the one with the bullet in front of it. If no activity is on that frequency, then the other displayed channel will receive. In a nutshell, the radio will MONITOR both channels at the same time, but it will only RECEIVE one when... » Read More I presume you mean that with two different frequencies showing on the display, will one be able to hear both of them if activity were on both at the same time. The short answer is NO. The radio does not have two receivers. It is no different that the UV-5R in that respect. The radio will prioritize reception to the frequency or channel that is "arrowed"...the one with the bullet in front of it. If no activity is on that frequency, then the other displayed channel will receive. In a nutshell, the radio will MONITOR both channels at the same time, but it will only RECEIVE one when both might have traffic on them at the same time. Hope that helps. « Show Less
591469
No, you have to program matching frequencies in each radio. The uv5r is both uhf and vhf. The tyt is uhf only, so you will havr to program matching uhf frequencies.
916873
My radio says BFB297. Read this, however:http://www.miklor.com/uv5r/UV5R-FWRelease.html
1804356
The UV-5R is FCC Part 90 type accepted. Unless your license specifically states a 1watt max, you are ok to run higher power. Narrow band is a must. Spend another 8 bucks and by the programming cable. Then go to http://chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Home and down load a program that works real well. Good luck, it's an amazing radio.
1474754
A Wilson 1000 is designed fir 11 meter (cb radio). The uv5r is a 2meter/70centimeter radio. Although the connections might fit, you can do serious damage to your radio by transmitting using the wrong antenna.
520884
I dont think there is much of a differance except that the frequency coverage is extended on the gt-3---many people have complained that the earlier units (uv5ra), audio quality was lacking and that the transmit audio was low...I own both the gt-3 and the uv5ra and have had good audio reports with both units...joe
841223
The XL and the UV models are slightly different in dimensions. The UV has an LCD display remote control, whereas the XL has a slim credit card remote (no display). The UV has an ultraviolet light for air purification, the XL does not. Finally, the XL fan is very quiet, but the UV model is 2 db quieter. Hope this helps.
1753129
If it don't have BL-5 on it. Don't take a chance. Spend the extra dollar and get one with BL-5 on it. Then you know it will work. I think, all the Uv-5R's take the same battery.
810045
There is no difference. Baofeng ( pronounced "BO-fung", I am told) is the manufacturer; Etekcity and Sain, et.al. are distributors of the Baofeng products. A UV5R from one will be pretty much like a UV5R from another. There are some units with minor differences in the case, but they will have different numbers ( e.g., UV5R and UV5RA).
2061853
http://www.miklor.com/UV82/UV82-MenuDef.php Option 7 allows dual band monitoring, and your uv-5r should have the same option: http://www.miklor.com/COM/kc9hi/5RMenus.html