5 Tips for UHF CB Beginners | GME

[@makersmark1974]

Bloody marvelous when someone explains it in plain english rather than trying to sound so pompus like.. Tnx bud, my family needed to hear it without my stressing impatient voice..😁 🤙🤝

[@retroman71]

As i'm a beginner this was very helpful, thank you

[@GMEaus]

You're welcome mate!

[@PistolSmokee]

Upvoted both for the content and the glorious beard.

[@liamfrench1355]

And It perfectly lines up with his collar, wasn't sure if it was a beard or exuberant chest haha.

[@TheFrog767]

It's moves as he does 🤔

[@banksiasong]

Thank you, this was a good video to start with. CB radios will be going off like a rocket in the coming year after all the disasters that made communications impossible. Best wishes.

[@unknownsamoan01]

Great video! Answered plenty of my questions. Thank you.

[@petertrewern1358]

Hello Tony, that is an excellent video well done. The only thing that you missed was telling people not to talk on repeater output channels, many do especially rock quarry.

[@graeme8755]

Hi Troy, well done on the UHF radio. About aerials, as you mentioned the base antenna is at the highest point, I have also noticed that other people use UHF radios in the horizontal state.

[@GMEaus]

Hi Graeme, thanks for that! To get the best performance out of your antenna it will need to be mounted upright.

[@graeme8755]

@@GMEaus I have 2 Electrophone TX470 T radios both 40 channel, the next will be GME as I have spoken to a tech at GME. Also I gained my license to VK3.

[@mjpt57]

Thanks for the basic tips for us newbies. Question though: in all the videos which I've watched about antenna performance, nothing is ever mentioned about their reception performance, only how well they can transmit? I'm often picking up chat with a LOT of static. I turn the squelch up to cut out the weaker signals, but still the noisy transmissions tend to persist. Could you do a quick one on how to get the best reception from our antennas, please? Thanks

[@GMEaus]

Hi there mate, thanks for the feedback! We will pass this suggestion on to the team to look into for a future video.

[@alberthabib4220]

info I couldn't find elsewhere. thanks

[@rsivakumar75]

Thank you. What's is the channels trucks use ?

[@GMEaus]

Generally, Channel 40 is the highway channel for truckies in Australia.

[@fayewarren9665]

4:25 not receiving audio on our UHF just very loud static. We are not hearing audio from other traffic in the area (eg: road trains: pilot vehicles. The static overrides. Can you help. Near Michell QLd at the moment

[@GMEaus]

hi there, the best bet would be to give our service team a call on 1300463463 and they will be able to assist and advise on the best solution!

[@DjF1986HAFHde]

When making contact on ch11 do both people have to be on that channel first? Or will any channel pick up ch11 broadcast?

[@GMEaus]

Yes that is correct! You have to be on the same channel to communicate with each other.

[@berlinirving3589]

I've always wondered what the line is concerning an emergency. If you have a car crash, that might be an emergency. If you have a flat tyre somewhere without a phone, does that count as a emergency and warrant the use of channels 5 or 35?

[@GMEaus]

Hi mate, common sense needs to apply here. If the situation is truly an emergency, use 5 and 35. If you have a situation like a flat tyre but have adequate food and water and your life is not in danger, it is better to try and make contact with someone on another channel such as the call channel (11) or the highway channel (40)

[@youtubehandol]

Good question mate, cheers

[@robynrichardson6014]

Excellent video. Thanks

[@oxy-099]

Thanks mate, useful info

[@ihopethisusernameisa]

gme viking knows

[@SpeedSmith]

Next topics, Cell Call Channels and how best to use them.

[@thesapphicjimny5357]

Awesome videos super handy

[@alienwarrior]

If nobody uses channels 5 & 35 (assigned as emergency channels) what good is it to transmit on those channels during an emergency if nobody is on those channels?

[@GMEaus]

Hi there! There would be people that are still scanning across these channels and would be able to listen in!

[@shawndale3951]

Is this radio available in the US and and will it work here?

[@GMEaus]

Unfortunately not. These are 477MHz UHF CBs designed for Australia.

[@markfoster3813]

G'day can my UHF gme also b used as a scanner ?

[@greenskynz]

greetings from nz. are some of the top end Uniden CB ie UH755 are suitable for transmit from bush hills to another user being at home as walkie talkie? thanks

[@GMEaus]

Hi there, we can't speak for our competitors products and their capabilities. For handhelds they are recommended for closer range comms and would their suitability would ultimately depend on the distances between the users and the terrain around them.

[@adriangordon4311]

Can you make a video how to use SelCall please.

[@CALLUMARI95]

I carry an uhf radio when walking - good for safety and radio calls. I don’t care what people think lol 😂

[@GMEaus]

If anyone thinks that's a bad idea, it says more about them than you!

[@TobiasTheWolf]

So CB radios are not designed for privacy but full communication? We can’t talk about private things since we can’t get on a private channel right?

[@GMEaus]

That's correct, UHF CB is designed as an open, public communication system.

[@fryzee9789]

Thanks Tony. I have a new GME radio on my boat up in PNG. I can receive radio but I can’t transmit. I’m sure there is a simple thing I’m not doing 🙃

[@GMEaus]

Hi Fry, it may be due to a loose connection in your set-up. Either way we would recommend contacting our service team on [e-mail] and they will be able to assist!

[@alexanderralph8341]

I might watch this video over the walkie-talkie in my car

[@michaellarge5197]

It is not suggested to transmit on ch 35 as a simplex channel, in fact it is not ideal to use any repeater input channel. I advise to use ch 5 with duplex on. Why, the repeater hears you on 35 and re-transmits out on 5. Those listening on 5 will hear you but they can't respond as your listening on 35. Clear as mud :)

[@GMEaus]

Yes this is correct, however we didn’t go into this much detail in this video as it is aimed at beginners 😊

[@adelarsen9776]

Note : Beginners are the ones who need to be taught that 31-38 are repeater input frequencies and NOT TO BE USED. Also, there is no one listening on Ch 5 or Ch 11. No one is there. If you've got a problem or emergency it's best to use Ch 40. Another tip is to not hold your hand held sideways. There's a huge loss when turned sideways.@@GMEaus

[@trekcampfish]

I have Tx3550 can I monitor and communicate on two channels ?

[@natejanet]

Thank you a kiwi novice hear thoughts on a GME2720 as my first unit?

[@GMEaus]

The TX2720 is a great unit but note that is is 26Mhz in NZ and not UHF CB.

[@natejanet]

@@GMEaus what would you recommend as many I've spoken to said 26 is very quiet any tips on models?

[@GMEaus]

@@natejanet as a first unit we would recommend something like the TX3100 or TX3120S.

[@applegreen1979]

Very nice presentation!👍

[@Alan-kw3lh]

What id the 'F' key ? trying to operate the channel scanning.Instructions say use the 'F" key can you assist thanks

[@GMEaus]

Hi Alan, it's best to call support for specific questions about your radio 1300 463 463

[@petermizzi8101]

How do I select the channel I need

[@GMEaus]

Hi there, this would depend on the model of radio that you have. If you could give us some more info on the radio we can help. Or alternatively, give our tech support team a call on 1300463463 and they can advise!

[@bambisamba3043]

very good vidio

[@jonimiller1954]

Re Channels, also avoid using 31-38 and 71-78 as they are repeater inputs. It is a real pain having people operate simplex on repeater inputs, why not lock them out on new radios? Here in the bush people have no idea they are interfering with conversations on repeaters. John VK2ZJJ . Radio Rescue 39.

[@GMEaus]

Thanks for the feedback John, we will be sure to pass this on to the team to look into!

[@adelarsen9776]

I have this same situation. But I'm so happy that GME is addressing this issue on behalf of repeater owners. 73, VK4

[@dotmartin3358]

i have gme 3350 i am finding that it cums up tx err on the hand pice what has gone roung

[@GMEaus]

Hi Dot, best if you call support 1300 463 463. They can go through the issue with you over the phone

[@richardwilson5426]

I'm a beginner..I bought 2 CBs..I have them both on all the same settings yet when I talk into one it is not coming out the other one..can you help me with this problem please mate..thanks

[@GMEaus]

Hi Richard, For this we would recommend contacting our tech support team on 1300463463 and they will be able to assist!

[@parriehunter_rc]

I think a great topic would be radio etiquette.

[@JasonR1998]

@KiwiRC Shut up

[@MrJaz8088]

LoL No such thing

[@adelarsen9776]

Yes, international radio etiquette, procedure and protocol.

[@jonathantat1882]

@jaytatty ready an waiting for that give away boss!

[@NasTimeAdventures]

Good video. How many so called 'experts' watched this just in case? ✋😂

[@GMEaus]

Any that did, won't admit it :)

[@leonjulien4295]

I just buaght a tx 677 from Repco to replace my trusty 5 year old baofeng. I tried charging it in the truck through USB for two hours and then turned it on still plugged in, it worked for a minute and then it died as soon as ai pressed the talk button. Now it will only charge enough to turn on for a minute but then the screen fades out and it turns off or if I press the talk button it turns off..

[@GMEaus]

Hi Leon, sorry to hear that! We would recommend contacting our service department on [e-mail] regarding this and they will be able to assist.

[@johnrogers5825]

So why not have squelch turned up full all the time?

[@GMEaus]

Hi John, this can be done but by having the squelch opened fully it will allow more transmissions to be picked up, including an increase in the amount of unwanted/weaker radio signals. These transmissions are usually heard as static/white noise which may be very irritating to the user. So for user comfort many opt for a lower squelch setting.

[@johnrogers5825]

@@GMEaus Thank you for replying. Very informative, you explained that beautifully to this newbie. I am researching and it looks like GME get most of the best reviews. I'm saving my money to buy quality now after previously thinking a cheaper brand would suit. Cheers.

[@steveans]

My new 6600 goes past 40. 1-39 then 41 etc. How do I get on Trucker channel?

[@GMEaus]

Hi mate, that seems a bit strange. Give tech support a call and they can run through it with you [e-mail]

[@Mosesk1988]

Does anyone know how to factort reset a GME tx3350?

[@GMEaus]

For info on how to reset your TX3350, you will need to contact our service department on 1300463463.

[@mathewsinnott5414]

I thought channel 40 is the open com channel, not 11.

[@GMEaus]

Hi mate, Channel 40 is widely known as the Highway channel, channel 11 is the designated call channel

[@mathewsinnott5414]

@@GMEaus cheers, that makes sense. I usually just have my radio on scan while driving

[@JasonR1998]

@@mathewsinnott5414 lol so you can talk to randoms?

[@mathewsinnott5414]

@@JasonR1998 randoms are the only ones that talk to me lol

[@MattBrown9242]

I own several GME radios, both VHF GX850 and UHF TX6160. They simple don't hold charge (the VHF is the worst). Leave them a few days without being plugged in and they go flat and can't even power on.

[@GMEaus]

Hi Matt, Thanks for the feedback! Please note that provided the unit is left on they will run flat after a few days. However if they are not holding charge after a couple of hours we would recommend contacting our service department on [e-mail] and they will be able to look into it further.

[@ToxicTeemoOCE]

Oh god, even guys at work are guilty of point one, they start talking, then push the button, you miss out on what they first said. Of if they are just saying "yes" all you get is a click.

[@GMEaus]

Probably the most common mistake with a UHF CB radio!

[@bayasgalan70]

Damn u actually told them to put the mic near ur mouth.

[@MrJaz8088]

Not all UHF Radio's are in Car's, How about some Homebase Stuff

[@birhanubeyene8744]

Is Antanna working with wife or mobile data??

[@GMEaus]

Hi there, I'm not too sure what you mean by this? Can you please explain

[@hudsonsemmler1236]

I like his beard

[@FieldWordsworth-m5n]

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[@CoolingKit9]

sir this is wendy’s

[@VintheValley]

Sexiest beard ever

[@evanfinch4987]

oi ya take tha rah-dio an talk intoit m8

[@evanfinch4987]

this video is seriously good advice being real

[@GMEaus]

@@evanfinch4987 thanks mate!

[@letsbehonest4221]

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