Baofeng UV-5R power booster - BTech AMP-220 / BTech AMP-U25 - Boost the power output of your UV5R

[@jplacido9999]

Using a amplifier with a cheap UV-5R is like someone that uses to make a lot of noise at your street and neighberhood shouting stupid things and annoying everyone, deciding to buy a PA (Public Adress) sound system: You can imagine the havoc........😪😪😪 Using a amplifier like this on a cheap, RF noisy radio is so dangerous for the other radio spectrum users that you cannot even imagine. Even if you use a decent portable radio, you MUST allways check harmonics levels going into the air (with a good quallity spectrum analyser). Even much worst at a Base Station than at a mobile station. Beware........🤬😠 (you can minimize this by using a narrow band passband filter for the ham bands (yes, the ham bands !!! If you are not a licenced radioamateur you have no business transmiting. Remember: you can listen but you CANNOT transmit, so why would you need a amplifier ???!!!!!!!)

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Each year over 5,000 children are killed because irresponsible parents fail to check the harmonics on their UV-5Rs with a spectrum analyzer.... I am so glad that you have your KZbin FCC Police Badge to save us all..

[@miken8820]

Who said they don't have a license?

[@user-lw5fm2xc3w]

The Old Guard 💂‍♂️

[@Tom_H327]

@@TheNotaRubicon you always manage to hook one. Take that luck to the casino!! 👍

[@Sam2sham]

@@TheNotaRubicon it has to be a high quality spectrum analyzer, not just any old spectrum analyzer.

[@e.v.squatch5835]

As a licensed operator, seriously, turn the roger beeps ON, and run those UV5R's, get folks into this hobby!!! This guys videos are tops, and the information is always right on point and then some. I need to set me up a few of these for my UV5R collection......

[@jasondesselles9168]

Have you EVER heard of someone getting charged for transmitting without a HAM license?

[@chriscota4456]

Sounds like something a fed would say… 😂

[@bretaschleman8289]

​@@jasondesselles9168 Its very rare

[@ncsd98]

Thank you for being human and less awkward than everyone else in radio

[@ralphburns6659]

I agree.

[@Dmoormans5]

I don't know....some of those caresses get pretty akward😂

[@w6krg]

EVERY time you lovingly caress your UV-5R I giggle like a 12-year-old! Thanks!!!

[@FreddyFootlock]

I giggle like a 50 yr old! (ok, that's weird). but true.

[@renny9879]

Likewise!

[@victorderosa9697]

I get excited and wish he would stop stroking the radios. It's like porn and some of us have issues🤣

[@kiraPh1234k]

Except he cuts out all the good parts 😭

[@darthtater4844]

I do too. Randy cracks me up. 😂

[@quandoomniflunkusmoritati9359]

Might be the best non-mainstream youtube content provider in the genre out there. Thanks man! Recommend you to all my friends that got into ham for the off-road support stuff.

[@K0MRDRadioPrepper]

As a Ham Radio Operator, with a General class license I just want to say that I loved this video. It is concise and to the point. Thanks for sharing it.

[@AlexGtheOG90]

February 2022 I got my GMRS license. I got my Tech ham license in March 2023 and now I got my General license a couple weeks ago. Each to their own. Radio is radio. It’s a hobby. Do what you enjoy. That’s all I have to say.

[@t.fayomi316]

Give credit where its due. After surfing tons of channles, your explanations are the clearest/simple, thus beneficial.

[@cmdrcorvuscoraxnevermore3354]

I just got my, lovely, amazing, and beautiful UV-5Rs. They came in a secure package that protected my two little gems. I then found your channel, and subbed. My life has changed now that I know where to get the most excellent UV-5R information. YOU ROCK, thank you for your videos and information. Be well.

[@rowdyron4111]

Stellar audio with the new mic. Good job Lenny.

[@trevorhannabus2239]

Your audio is clear and perfect. I am slightly deaf and your speach is top quality, I can hear everything clearly. I like it when you rag the critics too.

[@jkg6211]

Thanks! This is one of the most informative AND funny channels on ALL the KZbins. You deserve a nice cold one. NEVER STOP!

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Thank YOU!

[@jkg6211]

@@TheNotaRubicon Keep up the dry humor - I love it - it's better than Monty Python! However - if you change, I'll demand a refund... in US Pennies, Nickels, and/or small shinny pebbles. Preferably gray ones.

[@axorex]

Yes!, my own Baofeng UVMILF-5R...

[@travisminneapolis]

Lol😂😂😂

[@jamesbornman5556]

Makes my heart flutter just knowing I’m your favorite viewer 🥰

[@ralphburns6659]

Mine too! lol

[@elwoodblues5767]

Me too lol

[@dc3dog]

Wait, What? I though I was his favorite viewer!

[@buddycraigg]

Thanks for this Vid. I bought one tuned for the 2 meter band. I am currently participating with my normal Tuesday night net. I am testing with it in place of my normal home setup of my UV-5R going to a TPL brand 50 watt amp, hand held mic, and a J pole antenna 25 feet in the air. Everyone so far has said that it sounds good and has a strong signal on multiple repeaters. I'm going to bump the UV-5R output up to 5 watts for my next texts.

[@buddycraigg]

* test

[@PolishX]

Sad Ham, always makes me laugh when I see him show up

[@JayBirdrx]

This is a game changer for anyone on a budget!

[@ra8640]

I just started watching your channel, Love it. I think my UV-5R has been working better since I started caressing it. Thanks for posting great helpful videos for "Me", Your favorite viewer...

[@user-ju9mx2ik2k]

😂 that's great, but I'm pretty sure he was talking to me. His actual favorite viewer 😜🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jal316]

I really appreciate how all your videos get right to the point!

[@brucebigam8693]

Half the video was about Lenny the Sound engineer. Not right to the point.

[@esuohdica]

Sarcasm :-)

[@gailjenkins9197]

Love your videos. It's helped me so much. I am a widow, and not to good with all these new fangled equipment. It was so easy with your instructions. Again thanks a bunch

[@FranklyRustic]

My virtual friend, I enjoy every single comical comment you throw at us. Thanks for making me laugh. I have no interest in bumping up my UV-5R to 40 watts of power but I knew I was in for a fun and well informed show as usual here. Keep up the great work!

[@lesstech74]

Ditto

[@bradypierron8736]

Feedback: we run these in our vehicles locally. Both vehicles Amped-7-10miles 1 Vic Amped- Amped Vic transmits same distance. Non-amped only can receive. This is in southern Louisiana: flat, terrain, mixed, wooded, curvy roads.

[@markspence1494]

Its only a buck but your the ONLY youtuber I have ever donated to.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

Thank you!

[@spsjason2]

Everyone yelling that UV-5r isn't FCC "Certified" I wonder how many old hams back in the day when they would actually build their own radio's would get them FCC Certified?

[@markdoyle8713]

I own the 2m and 70cm versions and they work and work well . Simple and loud . Yes loud . I can now hear Baofeng perfectly in my vehicle . And i feel very comfortable having that radio bake in my work truck. While my brand snob radio sits at home in a dry box that i am paralyzed with fear to open and actually use. Insert ham lid comment about spectrum analyzer.

[@alanstone8440]

I've been using it on my Yaesu VX-6R for a couple years. Works great.

[@MrLmahar]

You are hilarious with your devotion to the boafeg uv 5r

[@brettberger-KM6MCI]

I laugh every time “ sad ham” shows up. 🤣

[@freepressright]

Too stupid not to play right into the trap. I love it! :D

[@evhvariac2]

I’m a licensed Prosciutto Operator and appreciate your videos.

[@ECVCrabmeat]

New mic sounds great!

[@jaybarr3307]

So glad I watched this video! I watch all your vids but, somehow, I missed this one. Totally solves a problem for me to get a GMRS base station going (yes, I need the U25, not the v25). Thanks so much!

[@theislandretreat4326]

Awesome sense of humour, brother!

[@josephfischetti4036]

Love your Beretta 92 matt !!! Learning about GMRS and Ham . Thanks !!!!!!

[@Paranoidtimes]

its hard to find a man that shows this much love for a baofeng... like me i bet he sleeps with it as well

[@darthtater4844]

You consistently make me laugh more than anyone I watch on KZbin. Thanks for that. You’ve also given me a lot of good information. Thanks for that also.

[@PhoenixwayNet]

So, I have a set of Baofeng UV-S9's...an upgrade to the UV-5R that has 8W transmission...same programming. Could you recommend an amplifier kit that would work w/one of these? Could I set mine for low/med power and make it work? Also, what is the process for registering a repeater? Is that a separate process from technician/general licensure? I'm assuming I'd need a specific frequency granted for this purpose? Thanks.

[@danwilkinson2797]

Back in the 80s My dad would travel way back in the country side to a guy in a trailer whom would build you any kind of transceiver or liner amplifier you wanted for a price. The guy was a truck driver but was an electrical genius as well.

[@Johnyrocket70]

I own the BTECH AMP-U25 Amplifier for UHF (400-480MHz), 20-40W Output (2-6W Input), the U is for UHF this model allows you to talk pass thru the amp without power. The other units that have digital won't talk thru the amp when off. Stick to analog. Repeaters don't dig digital waves anyways bro. I talked to Randy on this unit with the UV-5X recently with no problem. 986 Long Beach.

[@theoriginal11charlie]

I love how he looks at the UV-5r every time he picks it up

[@YernBelfus400]

I was recruited to join a professional offroad racing team in a support role, for the SCORE Baja 1000 in Mexico. The team had four satellite phones and numerous VHF portable radios. I pre-ran a 50 mile section of the pro course, and took one of the VHF portables, because I knew nothing about radios. I had an incident about 50 miles south of San Felipe, and could have died out there because the VHF portable was useless. If I'd had the booster and antenna you mentioned, connected to a UV-5R or something similar, I probably would have been able to call for help.

[@DysmasTheGoodThief]

I split the cost of a dual pack of UV5Rs with a friend back in the day for a huge milsim event. Had it for years. Suddenly I’m getting married and realizing we should have some and teach the kids-yes, our kids will rogerbeep you sad hams-how to use them. So I buy a UV5R8 2-pack and a 3-pack of AR5RMs. Total 6 radios, 8 batteries for a family of 4. Love this channel love this content. Won’t get any license, I ask forgiveness not permission.

[@robertmjr7996]

That's it, I'm calling Dr. Ruth. I think that you should have a talk with her. Love your videos. Thank you.

[@NoName-OG1]

She can’t be still alive?!?? Shit she is.... 92!

[@robertmjr7996]

@@NoName-OG1 She eats right, and......plenty of rigorous "exercise".

[@arideoli]

Thank you! I have been trying to decide whether to buy a dedicated GMRS radio for my truck or not since I already own 3 handhelds I really like. Thank you, your review helped me decide to buy the amp.

[@JB-do5qd]

Yes, confirming the audio from your new setup is sounding nice & stable, well done sir.

[@mikeperry2561]

Audio is spot on!

[@dvig3261]

I can’t tell you how good it made me feel to learn that I am your favorite viewer…well, any more than I already did.

[@tywiggle]

There are 3 different ranges to choose from with this amp. Which range is best for the UV-5R to keep the sad hams most happy? 1.25M (220-225MHz) UHF (400-480MHz) VHF (136-174MHz)

[@ped200014]

Vhf

[@michaeleber4752]

So for only about $150 I can keep my radio and have a base station at the same time. Fantastic!

[@ELXABER]

New sub. Just picked up two Baofang UV-5Rs for emergencies. Unlike many, I RTFM front to back and watch videos. Appreciate the settings to change tutorial video. Great content and the guy cracks me up by caressing his radio. 🤣

[@kaoshavoc]

Came here for the information. Stayed for the humor, and information. This is the first video of yours I have seen, and will NOT be the last. Amazing :D

[@notyrants]

I love your humor radio dude.

[@Swede_4_DragonBeliever]

Greetings from Sweden! You, Sir, just got yourself a new subscriber 🎉

[@falcon9983]

"I wont waste your time with tangents" procedes into sound quality tangent. 😂 love this dude.

[@dalesnyder1753]

sounds great video great ,, love your videos and passion for the uv-5r . appreciate your teaching videos

[@alanslade2319]

Thanks for letting us little people know about this 40 watts 🤔😱💯🇬🇧👍

[@randym4077]

Thanks for the informative videos! I'm thinking of trying one of these in tandem with an Argent simplex repeater unit and a Baofeng UV-5G to make a cheap portable repeater box to drop at the top of the hill or carry in the truck. Am I crazy and overly hopeful, or does that sound reasonable for light-duty use?

[@togeika]

I have thought of the same. I have a simplex box (a LATNEX RC-S120 Simplex Repeater) and have tested it with a HT. Have been doing radio and antenna checks using it and not needing someone at the other end using the repeater. But in an emergency, I can put the HT, repeater, a battery together and a Slim Jim antenna up about 40ft up in the backyard Oak tree and expand the 2 mile radius I get now by 5 or 10 times. Especially if I bought an amp to go with it.

[@markc121070]

Bro... you need to do a stand-up. Love your videos and your "strange affection " for your radio. Lol.

[@FuriousFarmboy]

I have a BTECH AMP-V25 installed in my truck with a UV-5R but I'm considering changing to GMRS to make some people, "some people," happy. I may even become officially licensed to transmit on GMRS even though the government doesn't own radio waves. PS, I like the pinned comments.

[@FuriousFarmboy]

I can't get a good match between my UV-5RTP and the BTech Amp-U25D. I'm at 2.98:1 but all TX is brief. I'll try a shorter RG316 cable. The amp output to the Midland MXTA26 is a mere 23.2W and a 1.22:1 match. I have experienced clear communication through an RT97 Repeater from 60 miles out.

[@larryhaney6608]

I've had one of those over a year , mine works great

[@bobbycook8641]

I was hyped thinking it would cover the radios dual band capabilities. It doesn’t,they make 3 different ones depending on which band you choose.

[@skeetlejuice522]

I have never even thought about the ham life.....Because of you i went out and got one and that book you had on another video. You make boring stuff fun........Got to love gen x

[@NOLATAC]

Love this channel. One of the most informative and entertaining channels on comms in KZbin, Thanks.

[@cokebear71]

I'm an amateur radio operator but not a sad ham! That cracks me up.

[@vetinger]

Your play is much better then Hollywood...

[@MRBIGMIKE2011]

I was waiting for the video on this item to come out, Great Job (Again) and a plus mentioning the different bands so people buy the correct one for their beloved Baofengs...MIke D. WRMM242

[@ntvtexan5015]

Back in the 80's, I had a CB in my car, when I decided to add an amp to my car radio. The install tech SOMEHOW managed to link in the CB radio transmit to the 100w amp...'bout blew out my friends CB a mile away. I DID enjoy it for a while. I currently have a BAOFENG BF-F8+ that I sure would HATE to have something like that happen to !!!

[@charlesartificer2158]

Informative and entertaining, thank you. Big thumbs up!

[@barrygnu1070]

This guy just cracks me up! Thanks for the useful and hysterical content Brother. Its much appreciated.

[@Paranoidtimes]

i may or may not, have created a franken baofeng.... but i tell you when you take a Baofeng UV-5R and Henry 2K classic amateur linear amplifier, you have massive gains in the right places

[@Redmeredith]

I am grateful that you make these informative & entertaining videos

[@DaniloTreta]

It blows my mind how a person with no charisma can be so funny. You've got a fan here. Also, great videos.

[@garrettmandujano2996]

You are psychic, I watched your range increase video for the UV-5T and wondered if it could be run through an amp and here is the video, niceee

[@scottsmith8505]

As soon as the video started, I was thinking that you should do a video on your sound setup because it sounds so good. Then,,, you talked about it. Great sound quantity is spot on.

[@TheNotaRubicon]

yah but i dont use that cheap-old Mic anymore.

[@almirria6753]

I look forward & then share almost every vid that you put out. And the vid looks & sounds great to me.

[@ugsisr]

Love your content... The Ham Community must just love it...

[@JoeSmith-zi3bi]

It actually does sound crystal clear

[@togeika]

There is a guy in the neighborhood that has this amp on a HT and a 50 watt base/mobile unit. Nobody can tell which setup he is transmitting on when he uses the same antenna.

[@NickWindham]

Excellent sound. Nice improvement over earlier videos.

[@mikekrieger8171]

Yes, crisp clean audio.

[@germansestopal6167]

Good afternoon Sir. Other questions. Which amplifier l need? Here in Mexico you can use without problem some frequency in UHF range. Thank you

[@BiglakeAngler]

similar to my TEXAS STAR MODULATOR V 12, had hooked to my CB , the CB and Modulator had to be matched up to work together

[@ChrisBrown-eb1yw]

Dude.. I friggin love watchin your hobo stuff😂. I crack up every time!! Love it. Keep up the good work😎

[@mekemoore1336]

Your killing me with your "personal" relationship with that handheld! 😂😂😂

[@TridentMissileTech]

Love the uv-5r. Got 5 of them. Two wired to an arduino for fox hunting. Bet putting a 40w amp on them would get some attention.

[@pep729]

Pretty cool. Wish they made a dual band versions though.

[@pcb922]

Is it grounded??

[@MrTux62]

Booming and clear voice.... nice job on the audio setup.

[@danieldonovan4771]

Like the improvements you have done on your channel

[@vetinger]

You are the best HAM actor!!!

[@MinuteMan1776]

After watching, I found that there are two amplifiers that work for the UV-5R in its UHF/VHF frequencies. The BTECH AMP-U25 provides 20-40W Power Boost for UHF (400-480MHz) and the BTECH AMP-V25 provides 20-40W Power Boost for VHF (136-174MHz). The BTECH AMP-220 is for 30-50W Power Boost for 1.25M Band, which is from 222 to 225 MHz. I don't believe, though I may have misread my manual, that the UV-5R operates in that range.

[@dereknantz4847]

I love being his favorite viewer

[@mjkelly9999]

Could this amplifier be used with a dual-unit (portable) Baofeng HT repeater? Hooking the amplifier up with the transmitting unit.

[@MissingLinkMTB]

I thought about adding the Baofeng 15's to my family vehicles with magnet mount antenna. Figure it's there if they need it and they can take it out and use it with the stock antenna. This might be a good idea to couple with it while in the vehicle.

[@shaazy]

This may actually be the setup I need to connect the 4 cars in my entourage as we venture into the desert in a 3rd world country (with no cell service of course and no urban sad Hams to disrupt). We often break down several kms apart right in the middle of the desert, so this may help alerting the support car. Awesome video as always!

[@jasonpitcher6424]

I have to say... the info you provide has been really helpful, but the fact that you do it with a substantial amount of dry-humor makes it that much better. lol

[@thewatcher5271]

Yeah, I'm One Of Your New Subscribers. I Enjoy Your Videos & I Have To Tell You At 6:54 You Had Me ROFLMFAO!! 8-)

[@survivaljoe2606]

The FCC is watching you....... love your videos!!!!

[@grigorirasputin5020]

I just read where the FCC just purchased a few thousand cases of Viagra which they will be shipping to the Federal prisons where people who are caught using a UV5R and an amplifier on GMRS are sent to. As I understand it, the Viagra will be used by the brutes in the prisons who the FCC pays to do bad things to those who use the UV5R out of band, especially with an amplifier.

[@tinachavez8712]

@@grigorirasputin5020 Oh that sounds wonderful.

[@NoName-OG1]

@@grigorirasputin5020 I heard they cheaped out and just got cock rings.👉✊

[@Gollammeister]

In Britain its ofcom

[@shandybrandy5407]

Really enjoy your thriller presentations. Animation including the monologue on the sad Hams burst me into laughing. You have fantastic video editing skills and yes also a lovely actor. Thank you for the information on the Btech amplifier Cheers! New Delhi

[@EverydayAdmin]

Ha ha since I’m a supporter can I say I don’t like sad Hams lol they are killing a fun hobby.