Review on Baofeng GM-15 PRO GMRS Radio

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Check out this new introductory video into GMRS for emergency communications. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hXm5eYivr95ljdksi=vQ9OLF4YYguis_8T

[@atuercke]

You CAN monitor the two channels at once with the menu 7 TDR=ON parameter.

[@SaltyE6]

On my baofeng gm 15 pro it's menu 6 "d. Wait"

[@treada1583]

I just bought 2, now learning how to use them, I like these as well

[@PaulAtreidesMuadDib]

Got mine about the same time and I am enjoying it and like to connect to the repeaters. This is a great starter GMRS radio. If after you get this you to get a mobile more power then you can get into that. I found that my setup came with a longer antenna that is NOT a Nagoya and I went and got a Nagoya to get some additional gain because in SE Texas Piney woods the trees hurt the range.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Same here!

[@mcschneiveoutdoors3681]

Literally in SE Texas and looking at these.

[@321CatboxWA]

I'm unable to access local repeaters. They use a tone not available from the repeater list. Or I'm missing something.

[@rolandedrummer9723]

Is it digital? ​@@321CatboxWA

[@christopherchapman8893]

Thanks for the review! I wish these had a charging station, but I guess having USB-C is a perk all its own…. Probably going to grab a couple of these. 🍻Cheers!

[@howardwilson7564]

My gm-15 pro seems to be stuck on DIY on both channel lines. How do I proceed? Can anyone help?

[@johnnyybarra2110]

Press the back button(has a picture of raincloud) to switch between top and bottom lines. Then use the up or down button to move through channels

[@MattyMcRae]

I just bought the two and used them at 6.8 miles away from each other.long antenna used.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

That's awesome!

[@southfloridagearheads]

can you share what antenna your using?

[@dmikemike]

How do these compare to the UV-5G Plus?

[@policeofficer65]

This radio is awesome I was able to simplex to a guy 15 miles away no problem!

[@jameshutson8431]

Just got mine as well, now to learn to use them

[@paiton0925]

Can you use FRS channels with this GMRS radio?

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Yes you can.

[@abysspegasusgaming]

Yes since GMRS shares frequencies with FRS radios (meaning you can talk to someone on FRS), however, you need a GMRS license from the FCC to transmit from a GMRS radio (one time payment of $35 for 10 years license). Additionally, GMRS radios transmit at higher power than what FRS radios do.

[@kwilliams582]

Is there a way to turn off (or down) the brightness of the backlight?

[@321CatboxWA]

What is Hopping RX and why can't I turn it on?

[@thunderbear0]

Which is better this or baofeng GMRS-9R

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Not sure. I have not tried that one.

[@Tsch6373]

How do you change the TX power setting? Can't find it in the menu. TIA

[@jimdorsett]

Thank you for the review, quick question does the GM-15 allow you to transmit on GMRS Repeaters?

[@Daddymouse-ny9cz]

yes

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Yes it does. Works really well too.

[@andrewnovino5269]

What channel or frequency can I use at work to talk to my guys radio to radio

[@Toolmiser]

Can it use vhf channels (marine channels)?

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

No it cannot. It can only transmit on GMRS/FRS. It can listen to Ham 2m frequencies though.

[@cledusneighbor2630]

My Baofeng GM-15 PRO will turn on when i press menu or any other button it beeps and that`s all it does Anyone know why.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

That's strange. I'm not sure. Does it show anything on the screen when it does that?

[@cledusneighbor2630]

yes looks normal but beeps on any button pushed the fm radio and light works.@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

@@cledusneighbor2630 sounds like you have a bad radio. I would return it

[@rjmacreadyoutpost3121]

Make sure it’s not locked. Hold down the button which has an icon that looks like an old fashioned key 🔑 for about 3 seconds to unlock - if that’s the problem.

[@harrybaulz666]

Dummy change beep in setting menu

[@bryansmith1407]

How much how much taller and wider is the radio to the Baofeng UV-5R . I put together a case to put that was 3d printed that my brother make for me . I just wondering if I have to make another insert for it.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

This one is around the same height, but it is thicker.

[@bryansmith1407]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters Thank you for getting back to me much appreciated.

[@RussC123]

Researching radios for general use- Emergency, “SHTF”, off-roading, etc. In torn on FRS vs a GMRS like this.. which would you recommend? Not to be paranoid but wouldn’t there be a risk in not being able to renew a GMRS license in the event of grid failure, rendering it useless? Also wish this one had AA battery as a backup option

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

@@RussC123 definitely GMRS between the two.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

@RussC123 in a grid down situation no one will care about licenses.

[@RussC123]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters Ya know that’s very true. I got to thinking that right after writing that last part 🤣

[@RussC123]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters Thanks - This Baofeng seems like a great value radio. I just wish it had the ability to use AA batteries as a backup..

[@jamesm.1467]

​@@RussC123get yourself a solar charger capable with USB-C charging abilities...problem solved if you're worried about batteries.

[@andrewnovino5269]

You said radio to radio how do i do that

[@mediamilitia7572]

How can I get it programmed?

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

You have to use the Radioditty programing software to program it under GM-30. Not sure why, but that is how I programed this one.

[@mitchbearson6276]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters would love to see a how to on programming this radio!

[@wa7npa]

Not sure if you know but that Nagoya is a forfeit. 3:41

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

If so, it works great

[@murphmurph2124]

I bought an antenna like that on line And it works every bit of good as my nagoya

[@andrewnovino5269]

Can it be used as a walkie-talkie

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Yes it can.

[@middleagemike8337]

Is this the 8 watt one?

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

Nope. Only 5

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

The new ones say they are 8 watts now, when I bought this one it did not. I thought it was a 5watt, but may have to get a power meter and test it.

[@truckerlarry7345]

Ordered ASAP first of April 2024 there were supposed to be eight watch when I got down there was no wattage listed on the box, hooked them up to the power meter they come up about 4.4 watts. thinking about returning them. If they are five watch I think 4.4 watches six actable but that’s not what I ordered. Did I get scammed?

[@truckerlarry7345]

Mine came out of the box at 4.4 W not at all Close to eight watts I may return them

[@middleagemike8337]

Has anyone looked at the HYS 25?

[@TheNugentFamily]

Was only able to get 3 block away before I lost communication. I was walking the dogs and calling into my daughter. I was expecting to get better range. Granted it's a neighborhood in Houston, but very disappointed on the range. We were on GMRS channel. :(

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

I am surprised you didn't get more range too. Range on any radio can vary depending on the terrain, and a load of other things. Cities are very difficult because so many things that can interfere with the RF.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

I would recommend a Nagoya NA-771G antenna.

[@TheNugentFamily]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters I wanted to get the neighborhood Dads to jump on the GMRS bandwagon. That way we could communicate during power outages, hurricanes and recently the Ice Apocalypse here in Houston. Will try the Nagoya antenna.

[@One-Eyed-Willly]

Are the antanna sma m or female. On the radioitty gm30 are male

[@policeofficer65]

I tx simplex to a guy 15 miles away on mine! This thing has awesome range! I had to mess with the settings and change some stuff!

[@mandangalo803]

Is this radio waterproof?

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

No

[@juanmoreno-db6qi]

⁠@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters do you know the IPx (weatherproof) rating for this radio? Wonder if it would survive some light rains (pacific northwest weather)…

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

@@juanmoreno-db6qi I wouldn't consider it waterproof. I would think it wouldn't last long.

[@Oilfieldtrash432]

You can't talk on Ham? Is it because you are not licensed? Or is it something to do with the radio? Looking for something for SHIF situations.

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

This radio will not transmit on Ham frequencies, but you can listen to them. It is locked for only GMRS.

[@Oilfieldtrash432]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters thanks

[@tomm899]

Curious what parish you live in. I grew up in lower terrebonne parish but moved away after Katrina. Then got into radio hobby in GA. Just ordered this gmrs one coming in tomorrow.

[@policeofficer65]

@@tomm899this radio is awesome! It’s over 8 volts and I transmitted to a guy that was in his truck driving 15 miles away no problem! This thing has awesome range and power

[@truefreehealth]

@@SwordslingerCustomHolsters do you know if you can unlock them to transmit on ham?

[@donl5158]

should have provided some instructional knowledge.

[@harrybaulz666]

Poor editing the screen is washed out

[@SwordslingerCustomHolsters]

@@harrybaulz666 I didn't edit the video. It's uncut