Taking the technician test soon, I am new. I want to LISTEN (not TX) to UHF 253.4-387.1, and VHF 118.0-149.65 can this radio recieve those frqs?thx
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Yes and no. You can enter certain frequencies in these ranges, but it won't scan right through. Example, (I just tried). I entered 253.4 and hit scan. It scanned to 253 to 257 then restarted at 253. Then I entered 259, and it continued. Then I entered 118.000, it stopped on a air channel and continued. Maybe check with Yaesu's spec sheet. I dont have my book with me. Hope this helps
1570163
The full range of frequencies, 88.1-107. It's funny that you asked that bc I just read that on the user guide yesterday lol!
1033453
Dimple,I got this antenna for mother-in-law and she is very pleased with the reception of both UHF and VHF channels. She is receiving two channels I am aware of that are 30+ miles away on VHF.Also remember that there are factors that will affect you signal...such as obstructions, trees, mountain ranges, the height you have your antenna set up in the air, etc. Anyway, hope this helps you out.
1882798
No. This model antenna is specific to UHF frequencies. For VHF at that distance, I'd recommend this &lt;http://is.gd/OhpTQJ&gt;.
345126
No, if you use the FRS or GMRS band channels. Check google for the corresponding channels to frequencies, just google frs or gmrs channel frequency list.
1338596
This antenna is for UHF and VHF HIGHThere's low VHF (2 thru 7) and high VHF (8 thru 13). Very few stations actually still broadcast in the low VHF range, even if the channel you tune to is 2 through 7 (For example, my (virtual) ch. 6-1 is actually ch. 25 in the digital tuning.) Check a site like RabbitEars dot info for a list of your area's stations. As far as the distance, as long as the stations aren't using seriously weak transmitters, you shouldn't have any problems, but a bunch of things come into play. (Mast height, cable/coax quality and length, physical and geographic obstacles, and my latest problem, RF interference from other electronics.) This antenna is for UHF and VHF HIGHThere's low VHF (2 thru 7) and high VHF (8 thru 13). Very few stations actually still broadcast in the low VHF range, even if the channel you tune to is 2 through 7 (For example, my (virtual) ch. 6-1 is actually ch. 25 in the digital tuning.) Check a site like RabbitEars dot info for a list of your area's stations. As far as the distance, as long as the stations aren't using seriously weak transmitters, you shouldn't have any problems, but a bunch of things come into play. (Mast height, cable/coax quality and length, physical and geographic... » Read More This antenna is for UHF and VHF HIGHThere's low VHF (2 thru 7) and high VHF (8 thru 13). Very few stations actually still broadcast in the low VHF range, even if the channel you tune to is 2 through 7 (For example, my (virtual) ch. 6-1 is actually ch. 25 in the digital tuning.) Check a site like RabbitEars dot info for a list of your area's stations. As far as the distance, as long as the stations aren't using seriously weak transmitters, you shouldn't have any problems, but a bunch of things come into play. (Mast height, cable/coax quality and length, physical and geographic obstacles, and my latest problem, RF interference from other electronics.) « Show Less
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All standard pre-programmed vhf channels are available. Should be a list on google. A lot hah!
245632
Go to the ARRL Ham site and get the correct answer...I don't think RG8X will work well on UHF frequencies ,, AL
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.
969271
I am only 14 miles away from the antenna farm, so I can't say. I actually installed the antenna indoors and clipped it on a floor lamp. My antenna does pick up VHF, however. At least I believe it does - there is a port for VHF on the antenna. I must have a different version than Robert.
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It is a highly directional antenna designed to receive UHF but will probably pick up VHF signals if the transmitter is close by and it is pointed at it. That said I can pick up tv stations that have their transmitter about 25 miles away with a coat hanger as an antenna. The vast majority of stations today are broadcasting on a UHF freuuency. Even if it is a low number channel 2-13 it doesn't necessarily mean that they are broadcasting on a VHF frequency. You would be best off with an antenna designed for VHF/UHF. The antenna that I use is Dennys TV service "Stacker" antenna with seperate UHF and VHF antennas stacked one on top of the other. I chose this antenna because it is mounted in my attic on a rotor and it fits in the eves much better than a longer antenna. I did buy an 91XG to try to pick up one particular UHF station but found that it was no better than the Dennys antenna that I had. The 91XG is currently sitting on the floor of my attic unused Again I would recommend a UHF/VHF antenna from a vendor like Dennys, Solid Signal, Summit Source. I would stay away from those that make outrageous claims like receiving channels 150 miles away etc. Some reputable manufacturers are Winegard, Channel Master, AntennaCraft, Blonder Tongue. Before you buy and install a new antenna I strongly urge you to visit the TVFool website and to a lesser extent AntennaWeb. There you should find answers to many of your questions. Good luck.
2025994
It all depends on the repeater and location, it is also possible to buy a better antenna for the unit (need an adaptor) - I am able to hit a mountain repeaters 20+ miles away so terrain is more important in this instance. UHF and VHF seem to both work reasonably well - a lot of radio for a few $$ - I find I'm using it more than my expensive Kenwood or Yaseu do to low cost and small size - no biggy if I drop it or it gets stolen - be sure and get the programming cable to make life much easier - 73 KC0OH
314519
Mine is putting out 4 watts on VHF and 5 watts on UHF. In reality no one will be able to tell the difference between 4 watts and 5 watts
2157447
yes, you can communicate with dispatch only if you preq range is VHF 136mhz-174mhz/UHF 400mhz-480mhz ,once you have put the repeater offset and Lp tones in,, if you are a firefighter, u can transmit on the freq. without the reapeater tones and offset , the pagers will hear you within some many feet/yards but dispatch will not!!
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Well, if you live on the edge of a cliff on a very tall mountain and your friends are 15-20 miles away across the lake (with nothing between you but air), then yes you probably could have that conversation (I have on several occasions worked over 100 miles on UHF simplex with my handheld and the standard rubber duck antenna, but I was 9,500 feet up a mountain looking down at flat farm land in AZ). Otherwise, the other folks are correct. In "normal" conditions (and this is just a rough estimate), every watt on VHF/UHF FM equals approximately 1 mile in range, so your 1/2 watt FRS radios really only work about 1/2 mile, not the outlandish claim of 35 miles the manufacturers mark on their boxes. Well, if you live on the edge of a cliff on a very tall mountain and your friends are 15-20 miles away across the lake (with nothing between you but air), then yes you probably could have that conversation (I have on several occasions worked over 100 miles on UHF simplex with my handheld and the standard rubber duck antenna, but I was 9,500 feet up a mountain looking down at flat farm land in AZ). Otherwise, the other folks are correct. In "normal" conditions (and this is just a rough estimate), every watt on VHF/UHF FM equals approximately 1 mile in range, so your 1/2 watt FRS... » Read More Well, if you live on the edge of a cliff on a very tall mountain and your friends are 15-20 miles away across the lake (with nothing between you but air), then yes you probably could have that conversation (I have on several occasions worked over 100 miles on UHF simplex with my handheld and the standard rubber duck antenna, but I was 9,500 feet up a mountain looking down at flat farm land in AZ). Otherwise, the other folks are correct. In "normal" conditions (and this is just a rough estimate), every watt on VHF/UHF FM equals approximately 1 mile in range, so your 1/2 watt FRS radios really only work about 1/2 mile, not the outlandish claim of 35 miles the manufacturers mark on their boxes. « Show Less
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This is a CB radio. CB radios do not use frequencies like that. They literally just use channels #1-40
543731
I did a limited amount of research to find out what frequencies these units use and found nothing. I would expect that if you were using two Maverick Et732's within 300 feet of each other, that you will receive interference from one or the other. They are all obviously on the same frequency with no way to switch to a different freq. So if you have to use two units, I would see if I could figure out what the freq is on the 732, then purchase the other unit that is on a different frequency.