do you know anyone using these radios for fire department use. they fall into the fx ragne but I do know if they will hold up
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You can't legally use this model for public safety. You want the UV-82C for that; it's the version that is Part 90 type accepted. BaoFeng UV-82C (Commercial Model - Part 90 Approved) (USA Warranty) Dual-Band 136-174/400-520 MHz FM Ham Two-way Radio, Transceiver, HT - With Battery, Earpiece, Antenna, Charger, and MoreThe UV-82C may or may not suit your needs. If your fire department uses a trunked system or any form of digital radio it won't work. You MUST purchase the programming cable to use the UV-82C; there is no other way to set it up for the frequencies you need. The Baofeng is not as rugged as some of the expensive commercial radios, but at $55 you can afford to replace it if somebody breaks one. You can't legally use this model for public safety. You want the UV-82C for that; it's the version that is Part 90 type accepted. BaoFeng UV-82C (Commercial Model - Part 90 Approved) (USA Warranty) Dual-Band 136-174/400-520 MHz FM Ham Two-way Radio, Transceiver, HT - With Battery, Earpiece, Antenna, Charger, and MoreThe UV-82C may or may not suit your needs. If your fire department uses a trunked system or any form of digital radio it won't work. You MUST purchase the programming cable to use the UV-82C; there is no other... » Read More You can't legally use this model for public safety. You want the UV-82C for that; it's the version that is Part 90 type accepted. BaoFeng UV-82C (Commercial Model - Part 90 Approved) (USA Warranty) Dual-Band 136-174/400-520 MHz FM Ham Two-way Radio, Transceiver, HT - With Battery, Earpiece, Antenna, Charger, and MoreThe UV-82C may or may not suit your needs. If your fire department uses a trunked system or any form of digital radio it won't work. You MUST purchase the programming cable to use the UV-82C; there is no other way to set it up for the frequencies you need. The Baofeng is not as rugged as some of the expensive commercial radios, but at $55 you can afford to replace it if somebody breaks one. « Show Less
1825933
What's the frequency range are you talking about? Can you manually set the desired freq?
1825934
No, those departments still in the VHF or UHF ranges still require Part 90 certification which the UV-82C has, but none of the other Baofeng models have. This 82X does not have that Part 90 certification.
1825935
These are better made than most Chinese hand-helds, but I wouldn't count on it for rough use. For ham radio use it is great, but day to day I will stick to the Motorola commercial radio.
1825936
No I don't. Are you looking into something to RX? I don't know if these are type accepted for use on the public service frequencies.
1825937
All of Westmoreland County in Pennsylvania is using 800 system P25 So I have no idea.
1131351
so when buying these radios they are not set and ready for use?? do i have to program them for them to work with each other???
333612
Over all the audio is stable. I have not had to adjust it very much. The sound stays the same on the the radio transmissions. Emergency tones and regular communications. The Officers that I no that talk low is not a problem.
541182
The radio seems to be quite durable. We had no trouble using them in some ruggedHunting conditions. However, we never dropped one on a very hard surface, just leaf covered ground.10 year olds would definitely be rougher, so you should at least give them some cautioned warning on their use.They are designed to take some abuse and should hold up better than the cheaper sets.Good luck
103675
I was so amaze to see how good this radios work and so clear in a long range. But for a 3 to5 mile range I think they are not the best. We used them in a 2 mile range and they work perfectly. But further than that it was a struggle. Sorry
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I do like my similar one, the "AnyTone", a little better, but no operational issues on my TVT. I've certainly had better built radios, but for a lot more money. I have not had any service or order issues personally. I hope you get your problems resolved.
977158
I'm doubtful that they are truly 5 watt radios. For the price point they work better than the talk abouts. If you are looking for a true 5 watt radio plan on shelling out some big money. We use Motorola 2500s at work. They are not cheap. The baofengs are the best bang for the buck
1652315
They are rechargeable Nicads (AAs) out of China. My recommendation would be to pay $50 more for which you will get a substantially better radio. At best this should be used as a very light use, emergency service radio.
1913945
Be careful with this radio. If you inadvertently place an Emergency Service frequency on this radio and interfere with the Emergency Service channels by transmitting on those channels, they will report you and the FCC will track you down like a dog. Fines in the 5-figure area are not unusual.I noticed in the Chirp programming instructions that the Transmit Capability of each memory can be disabled. Safety First !
524758
I am amazed by the quality of the FM reception...when I can get it. Unfortunately where I work (which is why I got the item in the first place), I get only very few stations due to interference by building/steel, etc. I've not tried the record feature.
127399
absolutely. it would be a great radio. There are some accessories that may make this even better for that use. As always - you would need the EMT department's permission to use their frequencies to transmit.
956754
Yes and they are durable. We have purchased twelve radios and are very pleased with them.
2255315
No, they can't be used as CBs. They are the same as any other FRMS and GMRS FAMILY radios. Not the same frequencies as CBs. These radios have, I believe, 42 channels plus about as many privacy codes for a whole lot of optional private channel use. We use them every day at work. 12.5hr shifts. Our whole crew. Batteries last about 3days or more without charging, depending on use. And we use them quite a bit at work. Because we can't always get on company radios, we use these to keep in touch and organized. We work around large equipment, large scrap piles, and past a section of woods to a river about 3miles away and still can be heard. Haven't tried truly long distance. Hope this helped you and others. No, they can't be used as CBs. They are the same as any other FRMS and GMRS FAMILY radios. Not the same frequencies as CBs. These radios have, I believe, 42 channels plus about as many privacy codes for a whole lot of optional private channel use. We use them every day at work. 12.5hr shifts. Our whole crew. Batteries last about 3days or more without charging, depending on use. And we use them quite a bit at work. Because we can't always get on company radios, we use these to keep in touch and organized. We work around large equipment, large scrap piles, and past a section of woods to a... » Read More No, they can't be used as CBs. They are the same as any other FRMS and GMRS FAMILY radios. Not the same frequencies as CBs. These radios have, I believe, 42 channels plus about as many privacy codes for a whole lot of optional private channel use. We use them every day at work. 12.5hr shifts. Our whole crew. Batteries last about 3days or more without charging, depending on use. And we use them quite a bit at work. Because we can't always get on company radios, we use these to keep in touch and organized. We work around large equipment, large scrap piles, and past a section of woods to a river about 3miles away and still can be heard. Haven't tried truly long distance. Hope this helped you and others. « Show Less
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I would think so. If you're worried about them getting wet these are weatherproof speakers. I've had them out through some pretty bad storms and they work just as well as they did when I took them out of the box. As for the connection if that's what you're asking I would go to a local Radioshack and see if they have the type of connector for that specific radio. I currently have them on an Insignia shelf top radio and they work amazing!! Hope this helps you out.
499549
You might consider the Cobra CXR925's if you can find them. The best reasonably priced two way radios I've ever used. There have been some unfavorable reviews however, mine have worked well for years (if you treat them right), and if purchased through Amazon, they always stand behind what they sell. They once were available through WalMart, but not for years now.
1907403
I think they would hold up pretty well. They're plastic, but sturdy and flexible at certain places. Just make sure no one twists the earpiece too far or accidentally sits on them.
1743624
Hi, I can only speak to the PR-D5 as this is my first time using a Sangean of which I think are fabulous. I too, only listen to FM and must all stations come in clearly.Enjoy!