What to Buy and How to Buy It (HT)
To get started, you want to purchase a handheld amateur radio transceiver (aka HT).
The units you want transmit in the VHF/UHF bands and provide local coverage only (up to 5 kms depending on conditions).
The units you purchase should be capable of transmitting and receiving in the 400-500 Mhz range which will allow you to use the radio like a walkie-talkie, but with greater range..
The following two products are suggested as fitting the requirement. You are of course welcome to purchase whatever you wish, wherever you wish, as other products are available. Just be sure they fit the requirement, especially the ability to use GMRS or walkie-talkie frequencies.
Option 1
Baofeng UV-5RH
Description
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006101646379.html
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Option 2
Quansheng UV K5(8)
Description
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006750104380.html?curPageLogUid=GGOWKC8elClG&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A
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Additional Purchases
You should consider additional related purchases, including
Bulk Purchase Option
If it would be better for your group to organize a bulk purchase then let us know and we will help guide you through the process.
Programming and Training
In order to use the radios in the same manner as other communities, the radios should be programmed for the GMRS frequencies and the new owners need some training. Let us know what you need and we'll get you sorted. (Programming Parties are all the rage.)
Disclaimer
As you must appreciate, we cannot take responsibility for the suitability of the products we have suggested and their ability to suit your needs. But if you do encounter a matter for concern please let us know about it so that we can let others know.
The units you want transmit in the VHF/UHF bands and provide local coverage only (up to 5 kms depending on conditions).
The units you purchase should be capable of transmitting and receiving in the 400-500 Mhz range which will allow you to use the radio like a walkie-talkie, but with greater range..
The following two products are suggested as fitting the requirement. You are of course welcome to purchase whatever you wish, wherever you wish, as other products are available. Just be sure they fit the requirement, especially the ability to use GMRS or walkie-talkie frequencies.
Option 1
Baofeng UV-5RH
Description
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006101646379.html
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Option 2
Quansheng UV K5(8)
Description
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005006750104380.html?curPageLogUid=GGOWKC8elClG&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A
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Additional Purchases
You should consider additional related purchases, including
- extended antennas
- extra battery
- programming cable
- faraday cage
- powerbank
Bulk Purchase Option
If it would be better for your group to organize a bulk purchase then let us know and we will help guide you through the process.
Programming and Training
In order to use the radios in the same manner as other communities, the radios should be programmed for the GMRS frequencies and the new owners need some training. Let us know what you need and we'll get you sorted. (Programming Parties are all the rage.)
Disclaimer
As you must appreciate, we cannot take responsibility for the suitability of the products we have suggested and their ability to suit your needs. But if you do encounter a matter for concern please let us know about it so that we can let others know.