New Favorite Mobile GMRS Radio BTECH 50X1

The GMRS-50X1 is a 50 Watt GMRS walkie talkie mobile radio compatible with all brands of FRS and GMRS radios. It is also compatible with GMRS repeaters. Channels are wideband and narrowband compatible. The GMRS-50X1 is also a VHF and UHF scanning receiver capable to add additional channels for receive only (such as NOAA weather and other channels of interest). In this video, I go over how to set it up and some of the options that are available.
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[@jimsoehlman2047]

Just bought two of the 50X1 units. Thanks for the introduction and advice. My first GMRS.

[@wrhs5679]

10:20 thanks for the clarification on FR repeater ops. I too am a member of FRGMRS

[@timsmith9169]

I have the BTech 50×1 . I find it to be a great radio .

[@mrdoeverthing]

How do adjust the squelch..i hit the monitor buttin then what

[@timsmith9169]

@@mrdoeverthing go to menu , once in menu use up an down arrows to find setting . once you find the setting you want hit menu use up and down arrows to change setting the when done hit menu again to save .then exit putt on on mic

[@rcass7263]

I have a question. I live in Los Angeles. I may want to have more than 8 Repeater channels in my radio. Can I add additional repeaters (more than 8) with different PL codes and one of the eight frequency pairs?

[@ogforever1]

Just bought one of these and I was wondering if I can run the power straight from the truck battery?

[@TrailTraveler]

Sure you can

[@Illuminametalband1]

I tried to change some settings via CHIRP but CHIRP give me an error saying “radio did not enter clone mode.” Is there a fix for this? Have proper cable, and entered correct radio model brand etc...

[@danielbierwirth2190]

I have 3 of these radios now. I like it BUT "Not Super happy with it." It is a great radio, with one serious exception. In my area, we have a group of repeaters which all operate on 700 with seperate/split DCS codes on each repeater. This means that every time I need to utilize a different repeater I have to go through the set up process and change the TX DCS tone for the new repeater. This is kind of difficult when you are using the mobile unit in a moving vehicle on the freeway at any speed. It would be nice if BTech would modify the software to allow the ability to program the same channel over and over with different tones for different repeaters on the same frequency. Just one mans opinion.... WRFG362 K6DNK

[@TrailTraveler]

Great point. In my area, we have three repeaters, which are on three different frequencies, so it hasn't been an issue for me.

[@danielbierwirth2190]

@@TrailTraveler We have 9 repeaters btwn Truckee / Lk Tahoe and The Bay area, and Chico to the north and Stockton to the south, here in CA. My home is where I can hit 7 of the 9 repeaters, so whereever I drive I am pretty sure to be in radio contact with home base. I just have to pull off the road and change repeaters as I move around the region. The problem is they are all on 700 with the same RX tone and seperate TX tones

[@thomasrogen3739]

Hello friend I do not see the 50x1 software in the chirp download what am I missing and thank you. I wanted to ask if you have 2 repeaters in different citys with different pl tones how do you program that? Thank you

[@bulldogbrower6732]

Thank you Baofeng for answering the needs of the GMRS community. But damn, that’s one ugly radio.

[@michaelricketts3651]

If some one else is talking on the same channel as you are with a gmrs radio Can you key up when they are talking and talk over them if you have more power coming out of your radio than they have coming out of there radio???

[@TrailTraveler]

Yes, power rules all

[@juanescobar7588]

Could I build a repeater by connecting two of these 50x1 units? If so, what cable would I use to connect the two?

[@TrailTraveler]

I don't think you can do that.

[@notsure7874]

I have a problem with that frequency chart - you absolutely CAN legally transmit on 8-14 with a GMRS radio. FRS shares GMRS frequencies (with some differences). FRS cannot use repeaters, but channels 1-22 are ALL shared between the two services. Power and bandwidth are different - FRS is always narrowband, GMRS can use wideband on 1-8, 15-22, and repeater channels. On channels 1-8, FRS is limited to 2w, GMRS is limited to 5w. Channels 8-14 both services are limited to 1/2 watt, and narrowband. On 15-22 FRS is back to 2w, GMRS is allowed 50w. So if that radio has transmit disabled on 8 - 14, that makes the decision whether or not to buy one really REALLY easy ... It's also not really clear if you can add multiple repeaters on the same GMRS channel (frequency pair) so you can have say - the GMRS 575 repeater programmed in multiple channel slot with different PL tones for different areas. If you have to edit the same channel to change the PL tone just to go from one repeater to another that's crazy.

[@danielbierwirth2190]

The radio only allows 1 incidence of any repeater channel at a time, therefore it is necessary to reprogram the CTCSS / DCS tones to move among repeaters with the same frequency assignment. The new Wouxon 1000 has 200 programmable channels that will allow duplicate frequency usage with different CTCSS/DCS tones. However, it comes at twice the price.

[@notsure7874]

@@danielbierwirth2190 Twice the price to not have to fiddle with changing repeaters while driving? Worth it. Ridiculous since that radio is basicallyi a different program on a ham radio that has plenty of memory. I'm wondering if the Wouxun can transmit on 8-14 too. If not, I'm not sure if it's worth the money.

[@spsjason2]

Can this be put into repeater mode?where this can be a repeater?

[@jasonmcdonald7187]

I jist bought a truck and has one in it but I have no idea how to use it I just want to listen to ems fire and police for now but all I get is static when I hit the search.

[@TrailTraveler]

It cannot listen in those frequencies, it can only talk to other GMRS radios

[@jasonmcdonald7187]

@@TrailTravelerThanks. I have some learning to do.

[@davidandrews9048]

Can you add multiple configuration for a repeater channel? like 462.550. one with a tone only and another with DTCS?

[@stockvideofootage2004]

Hello, The advertised UHF receive frequency range for BTech GMRS 50X1 is 400-520 MHz In my case I can't go above 480 MHz My radio doesn't allow me to setup UHF Receive frequencies between 480 and 520 MHz neither manually nor using Chirp software. Do you have the same issue? Thank you in advance for your response. Regards, Eugene

[@TrailTraveler]

I would have to look. I have all of the GMRS channels and my local repeaters. You can't program channels that are not in the GMRS list.

[@stockvideofootage2004]

@@TrailTraveler Thanks for your reply. This radio manual indicates that it is possible to listen only, not transmit UHF 400-520 MHz. But radio can't go above 480 MHz and I have no idea why.

[@TrailTraveler]

@@stockvideofootage2004 Not sure, I didn't try. I only needed the GMRS frequencies.

[@stockvideofootage2004]

@@TrailTraveler Could you please using Frequency Mode to set the radio to 500 MHz for example and see how it goes? I would really appreciate it. Thanks. I watch your videos on a regular basis.

[@weatherill430]

i had the same problem . its not programed from the factory right . its a simple solution .i fixed mine myself . just email betch and they will tell you how to fix it

[@derf_the_mule1405]

You transmit on lower power to save your transmitter heat and therefor longevity. Does it allow additional repeaters setup on additional channels or do I have to find the CTCSS/DCS code for each repeater that I intend to use on the existing repeater channels?

[@TrailTraveler]

It is compliant with the correct output power on each section of channels. It has a limited number of channels that you can setup for repeaters.

[@danielbierwirth2190]

The radios software only allows for 1 instance of any channel at a time. Therefore you must change the CTCSS/DCS tones everytime you wish to utilize a different repeater which operates on the same frequency. You cannot program multiple instances of the same repeater pair.

[@justicebdone7]

Can you program in the Rugged Radio channels? Can you connect to repeaters?

[@TrailTraveler]

I have it programmed to the repeaters in my area. As for Rugged Radios, if they are on FRS or GMRS frequencies, then yes.

[@fixlungs]

Out of the box, is this radio set up to transmit on repeaters or do you have to program the transmit and receive freq's and tones?

[@TrailTraveler]

You may have to change settings based on your repeater

[@natemclean1125]

@@TrailTraveler I've been reading this 50x1 does not have the ability to transmit on repeaters. At all.

[@TrailTraveler]

@@natemclean1125I tested it on our local repeaters

[@natemclean5152]

@@TrailTravelerStrange, I can’t get it working. And the manual says it doesn’t transmit on any saved channels. The T-cts doesn’t save once you leave the menu, only the R-cts

[@TrailTraveler]

@@natemclean5152are you using Chirp?

[@davidenglund]

What kind of antenna would you use with the BTech? Do you have an internal or external antenna for base use? Thanks.

[@TrailTraveler]

I use a Midland 6 dB Gain Antenna mounted outside over my driver fender

[@nxesr]

Can this radio be used as a CB radio as I've never used a GRMS Radio before??

[@TrailTraveler]

No, GMRS radios use a different frequency. It offers more range, clarity, and features. If you have repeaters near you, it can connect to them as well. Most Jeep events now require GMRS radios for these reasons. Here in Colorado, GMRS is very quickly taking over CB.

[@chrismcvicar688]

I have a hand held GMRS radio trying to communicate with my 50x1, The hand Held can hear my 50x1 but my 50x1 can't hear my hand held? any clue? Thanks

[@TrailTraveler]

Shouldn’t be the case unless you have an offset set up somewhere

[@norbertvanallan2446]

Antennas too close?

[@weatherill430]

its on the wrong setting it needs to be on simplex

[@MrBillroetter]

This might subd dumb i cant figure out how to get channel 23 to 30 i must be missing something i was old time cb but got this and a few betech v1 to keep track of grand kids at camp ground

[@TrailTraveler]

There really isn't 23-30, those are generally reserved for repeaters

[@singerdave2001]

I really want to love this radio but my god programming repeater channels is like doing yoga in a straight jacket. Does the law force an 8 repeater channel limit my local network has more than 8 freq/squelch tone combinations. I tried to keep the factory channels as is and just rename the repeater channels and change squelch tones but now when I key up I get nowhere with the repeater but straight gmrs I can hit my brother 6 miles away.

[@TrailTraveler]

I didn't have any issues with our repeaters here that use dual tones. It took me a little to figure it out, but then setting them up was easy

[@singerdave2001]

@@TrailTraveler I think I need to just go back to factory and program on the radio instead of using chirp. since the config is so limited I fear that chirp is putting me out of the allowed zone.

[@csteelfl]

Ha you slipped Tip & Ring must be a old telephone man.

[@sandybartlett1333]

Need someone to show me how to setup repeater tone with the handheld mic

[@TrailTraveler]

Sorry, can't help, I had to replace the radio a few months ago.

[@OneTwo-og6yb]

Where does the computer plug into the Btech 50? Thank you

[@TrailTraveler]

There is a programming port on the front of the radio

[@chrismoorhead11]

Can you scan like police scanner channels on this radio

[@TrailTraveler]

No, this is for FRS/GMRS frequencies only. Also, most police bands are encrypted now so you can’t just turn into them.

[@weatherill430]

yes you can you just cant transmit

[@stoveboltsix]

Any GMRS groups in Western Colorado that I could join?

[@TrailTraveler]

I would suggest the Front Range GMRS Group on Facebook and get recommendations from there

[@bobmcnelis3648]

Weather radio, is the ONLY way that you can be alerted to a crisis situation, being a Tornado, or terrorist event. If you are out in the boonies, your probably not listening to commercial radio (am/fm), but if one person has a weather radio with the SAME mode in it, you will be alerted to anything in your area. Flash floods, severe thunderstorms, and other situations. Please reconsider.

[@TrailTraveler]

Reconsider what? We use these radios for vehicle to vehicle comms, not for weather.

[@donnymazon8516]

I hope you have your grms license for one and two you can not use a uv5r on gmrs buy fcc law just a fyi

[@TrailTraveler]

WREL483

[@donnymazon8516]

@@TrailTraveler nice i am thinking about getting mine i found one repeat in my area

[@havennewsome4281]

How to set rogger beep??

[@TrailTraveler]

I’m sure it’s in the settings but it’s not something I use

[@mrmichaeltscott]

The guy below bought the last 2. You can't buy this radio right now! They sell HRs to match V1s

[@addisonjohnson6546]

I need you to help me please

[@Adamdaj]

VHF MURS at 2 watts mobiles with higg gain antennas would be a better choice then UHF.

[@notsure7874]

You're not going to be talking to someone 50 miles away with a 2 watt murs radio. Power isn't everything, but you do need enough.

[@MrSuzukiyamaha]

Volume on wrong side. Stupid setup

[@billwaterhouse5894]

Midland...select channel...done...🤭

[@TrailTraveler]

Midland - No split tones = can't use our local repeaters

[@billwaterhouse5894]

@@TrailTraveler very interesting, thanks. Please know, just some Friday sarcasm, certainly no disrespect meant. Now I wish I saw this before I (just), installed the new Midland in my Power Wagon. Well ordering a new Jeep next month...next time. PS I do carry baofeng uv-5r's as well

[@TrailTraveler]

@@billwaterhouse5894 I love Midland products, and I heard two models just got firmware updates to support split tones, so I will be looking into those soon

[@billwaterhouse5894]

@@TrailTraveler which models are they?

[@TrailTraveler]

@@billwaterhouse5894 I don't recall off the top of my head, I heard about it in my local GMRS facebook group

[@justicebdone7]

Can you program in FRS channels

[@TrailTraveler]

FRS channels are in it by default as FRS channels are a subset of GMRS channels

[@ucdesigns396]

@@TrailTraveler Are these the channels 8 through 14 that I can receive only on? I was disappointed that we can't power down to still use these channels.