What is the range? Can this be used for emergency communication in backcountry areas of Idaho which are out of cellphone signal range?
1578161
The UV-B5 is not approved for commercial use in the US; it's sold for amateur licensee use, though it will transmit outside of the amateur bands. There is one cheap Baofeng model that has FCC approval for land mobile use, which includes public safety and business radios. But that still needs a license. I don't know if that unit is approved for the General Mobile Radio Service, which is a sort of 460 MHz licensed CB band, but that's probably the most apprpriate category. Family Radio Service is unlicensed 460 MHz but the power limits are lower than this radio supports.
1578162
I can't answer you definitively on either point. generally range is limited to line of sight but it can sometimes go farther. I live about 20 miles down the valley from a ham repeater that i can access no problem. "emergency communications" covers a lot of uses but it will certainly work for any simplex or repeater use within the frequency range listed. On i side note, the stock antenna works well for portable use but if you plan to use it in a building or vehicle invest in an antenna you can mount outside; also a programming cable is worth every penny.
1578163
I use mine mostly at my job. 99% of the use is through repeaters so I have not really had the oppurtunity to check the range direct. I programmed it myself to the Sheriffs office and jail frequencies which is easy as long as you know all the repeaters input/output freq's and assigned tone codes etc.... All in all I love it.
1578164
In an open field, you can expect approximate range of 15-25 miles. If you do not understand the concept of amateur radio, chances are, you should not be buying this equipment.
1349257
No. this is for marine use only. You can be fined actually for non-marine use. Plus, the range on this is only a few miles. there are "cell phones" that can work in remote areas. I cannot remember the technical parameters; I do remember that they are expensive. As I remember they are run on a proprietary system for a yearly subscription service.
477612
It depends on where you are using the phones. If you need the reception to penetrate many objects like walls, the range is about 150 feet. If you have less obstacles it will go much further at around 300 feet. The walkie talkie feature on this phone has even better range than when on a phone call. This is a great product and I am very happy with it.
182864
Hi: I use the booster in my motorhome on the beach with a 100 foot cliff next to me that stops cell signals. The phone works great but data is marginal.I use a 110 v adapter. hope this helps, Tom
1535970
The range is good for ±100 ft for the regular phone, but not for the bluetooth. That's only good for about 30 ft.
116574
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1638132
There are two settings, GMRS and VHF. We use ours on road trips and so forth too. I would test them out to the distance it can be used. On land doesn't reach as far due to slopes, hills, etc.
1010876
If you're planning on using the 'rubber duckie' antenna that comes with the unit then no you can't get that range. However, with an outside antenna with at least 3 decibel gain that 1 km range is possible. Mount the antenna as high as possible and away from obstructions. You should possibly check with the FCC (if you're transmitting in the U.S.) for their regulations concerning these FM transmitters.
1159978
The radios are good for line of site. If there are obstacles in the way there will be interference. Once I was on a high hill and picked up a conversation almost 50 miles away. Other times when we are riding our ATV's on the trail and I go around a hill in front of my friends (only a couple hundred yards back) they can't understand me until they are back in sight or close to it. Other times when we are separated in the hills and trying to hook up, I've been able to talk to them miles away. No way to know when you'll have reception or not. I love my radios and have bought 3 sets of them. I get better, more reliable reception than with any others I have tried.
2168144
I purchased it to install bell ringer on a glass door, but my business is located in a metal (steel ) building and the signal most of the time did not reach the receiver just a short distance a way. Also another reason I thought it would work (I returned it) was that it did not have the range advertised when I tested it outside the building. It was no better than a very much cheaper unit I was trying to replace. I would not recommend it.
1139327
It depends...mountains can make reception tough.....best chance of reception later at night...the RCA will pick up a signal if it exists so you can be assured if you get no reception it is because there is no signal...you certainly may wish to use an external antenna...Best of luck and have fun with this radio
813430
I bought the Bad Elf for navigating beyond cellular range. It works very well when there is no cell coverage available. I live in Alaska and our network is limited.
1271427
From my Samsung Galaxy it works 20-25 feet. Out on the porch (window open) or into the next room. From what other people say, I assume this is extreme range. Might be helpful to know I am in a area with almost no interference.
1926175
I have not used these for outdoors, just for warehouse communication among my employees and the office. A good rule of estimation for mobile radios is 1/2 the stated distance. For this model it would be 18 miles, which is still a long distance. This allows for any obstructions which may block the radio waves. Midland does make good communication equipment.
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The range listed in the specs is266.7 yards. That's a little short of 300 yards. Mine works great through around 150 yards of wooded area. Depending on your terrain you MIGHT be able to reach 300 yards if it was clear line of sight and no trees or other obstructions in the way.
587816
Hey Buddy, Both of mine worked from over 50 feet away. Depending on the terrain, i usually get anywhere from 25-40 feet all the time. A great buy for the money. I am very pleased. Be safe.
1087648
Yes, it is very misleading. Radio frequencies work best on line of sight, so as long as there is nothing blocking such as buildings or high hills, 30 miles is quite possible if you have the elevation and no interference from buildings or other obstructions. Buyer beware.Regards Brian