Should you buy Ailunce HD1?

[@radiosification]

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[@RingwayManchester]

Great review Ben!

[@ephjaymusic]

There you are!!! 👊🏻😎

[@edwardyanceyjr]

I'm not sure about DMR reception, but the Ailunce is deaf in analog mode. My Wouxun KG-UV9P (which isn't a digital radio) has better reception on weak signals in analog mode. All I hear is static with the Ailunce HD1 when I can hear the conversation with my Wouxun KG-UV9P

[@AdamSWL]

Great video! Very informative! Thanks!! Bought an HD-1 based on your recommendation and experiences, as well as Ringway Manchester with his coverage of this model. Continuing to get to know the radio and agree that it is very versatile. One gripe I do have, is that on analogue signals using CTCSS programmed for receive, the HD-1 has one heck of a squelch crash when the signal ceases. Other radios will roll off the squelch on transmission end (reverse tone burst) and no squelch noise is heard. Can be very annoying with lots of short duration overs. Changing the squelch to tight makes no difference. Again, great video and more please!

[@radiosification]

That's strange. For me it doesn't do that. I just tested it out and the radio stops the audio before the squelch crash. The radio or repeater you're using has to have the feature to do this though so I guess if it's a really basic radio or repeater you're using it might not have it. They send a certain tone at the end of the transmission to tell the receiving radios to stop receiving. Check in your software under basic setting > setting > tail eliminate mode. I have it set to reverse code but try it on both and see if either works for you.

[@BigEars2011]

@@radiosification I saw somewhere that the firmware is upgradeable. Have you got the latest or (more to this specific issue) are you both using the same?

[@HIGHLANDERNEO2]

Information on the VFO after programing by computer the VFO will not change modes if the VFO is FM, it will not change to DMR digital to put in frequencies for DMR. the solution I have done is to make one VFO FM and the other Digital , that way you can program in DMR info and save to memory by the front keys and don't need to hook up a computer when you want to add a channel in either mode just use the VFO set to the mode you want.

[@Cyjodev]

Thanks for that video .. I ordered the HD1 and now I feel a bit more reassured ... It wont come with the programming cable which I guess I will have to buy to get here in Ontario Canada .. now I will have to try to find the proper cable to get for that

[@erickerbey2361]

If you had 2 of these, can they work together on dma? For example, if I had one, my son had one and my daughter had 1. Can you create a group setting just for yourselves on the same channel frequency?

[@markkaram7758]

Great summary and unbiased review. Thank you!

[@radiosification]

Thanks for the comment

[@real_andrii]

Was about to hit "purchase" button, until you said it can not have encrypted communication with other radios. Was hoping to marry it with some cheaper DMR or superhet DMR. Do you have a 2021 suggestion for radioamature, that would like to couple "on the go programmable" DMR with a cheaper DMR(with encrypted communication)?

[@robertoellison348]

I HAVE AND LOVE MY TWO HD .1 RADIO,S.. THEY WORK VERY WELL AND ARE STRONG........02-05-2020....

[@teravolt6113]

I own both one of them and a XPR7550E. I find the PTT on the latter to be way more comfortable

[@ahtoh1]

Advise please. Need hunting hand held dual band. Analog will do. Budget $200. Need car charger, good talk distance (antenna upgrade is OK), ear piece. Outdoor use in wet, cold (-10c). Hunter, outdoor person application.

[@radiosification]

Under which licence? Amateur? Licence free?

[@escaladep]

Great review, i bought 2 of them. but i do have some issues with them and the most pressing one for me rite now is the battery percentage meter is stuck at 100%. I swapped batteries and the other radio gives accurate readings for both batteries( which are not at 100%). Does someone have a fix for this or do i have to rma my radio(which i dont want to do for something this small)

[@mrjazzitup]

I'm having the same issue now. I have the latest firmware but the problem just started happening. Do not know how to fix it. Any ideas?

[@ChrisMarsh321]

Great video Ben!! Thanks for posting 👍

[@radiosification]

Thanks Chris. Are you on DMR?

[@ChrisMarsh321]

radiosification Yes ,I've got a md380 and an sl4000. My call is 20crs, sometimes I fall out with amateur radio. I haven't used a repeater for 2years but still use simplex with friends and family.

[@radiosification]

Ah okay, well I'm often on the Phoenix network. If you ever hear me on there, do give me a call. It would be nice to have a QSO.

[@ChrisMarsh321]

radiosification Yes no problem Ben will do. There's a Brandmeister RPT about half of a mile from me . Cheers

[@procast]

Be warned that the HD1 can't decode color code and timeslot. Only talkgroup. That is equivalent to being able to scan frequencies on analog but you are stuck with one CTCSS tone. You can't hear anything if your CTCSS tone is not matching. Same case with color code, you can't hear anything unless you have the right color code.

[@RKingis]

So basically no promiscuous mode?

[@procast]

@@RKingis It is a broken implementation of promiscuous mode which is not useful. You still need to know the color code beforehand. Get an Anytone 878 instead, that has the proper promiscuous mode that can listen to everything without the need to set color code.

[@bentata2961]

Bonjour tout le monde j'ai un problème svp avec mon ailunce hd1 gps à la fin de la dernière mise a jour il ne fonctionne plus pas de son et pas d'affichage merci .

[@edwardyanceyjr]

I bought this radio for a SHTF situation but it seems that this radio is dependent on WIFI, some cellular or DATA connection. This radio will only be useful in analog mode if there is no DATA connection. I'm thinking i would haave been better off with a high power analog radio and a Faraday cage. I could have gotten a $30 Baofeng instead of this $200 Ailunce. That's the price i pay of not doing my research before buying something. Great break down of the pros and cons of this radio. Keep up the great work.

[@radiosification]

What? That's completely wrong. The radio is not at all reliant on any internet connection.

[@edwardyanceyjr]

@@radiosification Where can i get a better understanding? I keep hearing about needing a portable hotspot. Do you know of who has a detailed video if you don't have one posted?

[@radiosification]

@@edwardyanceyjr You could watch my video titled "What is DMR?" which provides a good explanation of the basics of DMR: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZqWQlKyFhsd6rsU The whole amateur DMR system is based on the system as described in that video but a lot of the repeaters are internet connected. Each talkgroup will connect to different groups of repeaters. You can access the internet connected amateur DMR networks through a hotspot instead of a repeater (which you might want to do if you're not in range of a repeater) and you would only NEED an internet connection if you want to do that (use a hotspot). I also have a video explaining hotspots: kzbin.info/www/bejne/imXKZaGbmJufn80 Let me know if you still have any further questions after watching those two videos and I'll be happy to explain :)

[@edwardyanceyjr]

@@radiosification Thank you!! I will watch those videos right away.

[@johnchecketts1732]

I would never bye one again I have one and the screen has gone up it and its only 9 months old half of the screen is all missed up and the radio does not work

[@TheUniversalEyes]

All of these Chinese radios have issues. I have a TYT md-uv380 and it will power cycle itself. I will be listening to people talk and it just restarts on it's own. Battery life is poor too. It's quite frustrating, especially when you have only had it for several weeks. I would be even more upset if I had spent a fortune on an HD1 and had issues like yourself, because I doubt the company will repair or replace it. This China stuff is a nightmare.

[@FabBrandon]

Have you got your hands on a TYT MD-UV390 yet? I’d love to hear you thoughts on it. Yet another dual band DMR.

[@radiosification]

Not yet, I am waiting a few months so they can sort out any hardware issues. I don't really like getting a radio and finding that it has hardware issues that I'll just have to live with. I'll probably buy one in about another month or so depending on how busy I am. Thanks for the comment. You can see my opinion on most chinese DMR radios on my blog in the comparison, even the ones I don't own. I go by what other people are saying on forums, facebook groups and reviews to make a judgement on the radios I don't have. radiosification.blogspot.com/2017/11/comparison-of-dmr-radios.html

[@FabBrandon]

radiosification I have ordered one that should be here in a few days. I had the HD1 for a few days but wasn’t super happy with it. Using analog sitting side by side with another radio I had, the HD1 would only receive maybe 50% of what the other radio hearing. I tried multiple locations, positions, and radios. The HD1 was disappointing. I decided to give this one a go. You’re videos are very technical, I appreciate your very scientific approach. Thanks!

[@radiosification]

Thanks. I hope it works out well for you

[@BytePowder]

Can you please consider making a review of tyt md-uv380 and comparing in with HD1?

[@radiosification]

Thanks for the suggestion. I'm waiting a while so that the uv380 can have any problems fixed before I get one.

[@bobskimaxx]

Great review as always!

[@radiosification]

Thanks. I sent you a zello message btw

[@bobskimaxx]

radiosification Hi m8, was that the text about the Harrow net? If it was I saw it about a week to late 😕

[@radiosification]

No, it was a voice message, yesterday. You should be able to play it back

[@spaceracer4688]

Посоветуйте тангенту для Ailunce HD1 GPS. Радийка в пути, продавец молчит. Купил наобум тангенту, с сайта сказали "не совместима".

[@carterkillorn7328]

Do u have to program the frequency on to it? Or can you just enter it through the numbers on the radio?

[@radiosification]

Your question is answered right near the start of the video. Did you even watch it?

[@carterkillorn7328]

radiosification sorry yes I did guess I missed it....

[@sdaleventkilic]

thanks for your plain and clear expression , 73

[@dxscotland5901]

Looks like an excellent dmr radio!,thanks for a very informative review 👍Gm4zji Chris

[@radiosification]

Thanks! I tried to make the review as comprehensive as possible

[@ocsrc]

Is there any way to get a message to the mfg and ask them to put the feature in promiscuous mode that will scan and show the DMR setting for the transmissions it receives ? Having the ability to receive a DMR freq and have it show the CC, TS, TG, and Radio ID is something no radio has in it's firmware that I have tested. This seems like a good mfg would put this in their firmware. When you find a freq using DMR, there is no way to know what CC, TS, and TG is being used and it takes a huge amount of time to enter in the 16 CC codes and program 16 channels of the same frequency and scan till you hit on the correct one And if you have multiple users using different color codes it becomes a daunting task to find the right settings and talk groups It seems only logical that they would have in promiscuous mode where a frequency receiving DMR wood display by default these four pieces of information so that you can copy them down and then when another transmission comes across using different settings on the same frequency you can copy those down Etc I have yet to find a radio or even a scanner that does this feature If anyone knows of a radio that has this feature please let me know

[@radiosification]

All DMR scanners have that feature. The TRX-1 I know for certain has it. You only enter in the frequency and it picks up everything else. I'm pretty sure some transceivers have this feature too. Check if the anytone at-868uv has it. I think it might do but not sure. I asked Ailunce back when this radio came out if they could add a colour code and timeslot promiscuous feature and they said they'd consider it, but it has never happened.

[@ocsrc]

@@radiosification I don't have a TRX one but I have a 396 P2 and a 996 P2 with the DMR upgrade and a whistler ws1080 and the uniden phones are terrible and miss most of the DMR and when they do catch one of them they display the color code sporadically The Whistler I have not gotten to work yet it says DMR and I have it set for any for the color code and any for the timeslot and any for the talk but it has not received any calls yet and I'm using the latest firmware and DSP Who makes the one that you have ?

[@radiosification]

Not sure if I understand your question. I have a TRX1 which is made by whistler, the same as you

[@2j4ez]

Could you use it as scanner ? I.e. If I scan and hear digital noise and put in digital mode (if possible) I would hear the chat or can't you do that ?

[@radiosification]

Kinda, but not exactly. Obviously the only digital mode you'd be able to decode would be DMR but the main issue is that you still need the correct colour code and timeslot. There are a total of 16 colour codes, and 2 timeslots. You'd only hear anything if you had the correct combination of colour code and timeslot. Although for amateur repeaters you could just program them in and you'd hear them all fine and be able to scan them if you wanted.

[@2j4ez]

Is it the same as programming a fusion radio? I have a fusion radio and if I use the repeater app and find theres a local repeater with fusion I just program it like any other analog repeater and it works. is it the same sort of thing with this radio?

[@radiosification]

Yeah, you can program a repeater in from the front panel with this radio. I guess the app you're talking about is repeaterbook? I actually program in a repeater from that very app in the FPP video. Have a look in the playlist linked to in the description of this video.

[@Pete4000uk]

radiosification does promiscuous mode not do all this?

[@radiosification]

No, it only lets you hear any talkgroup. You still need the right colour code and time slot to hear anything

[@Team-fabulous]

As usual another excellent video..

[@radiosification]

Thanks

[@Manolo7]

Hi. Do you know how to set the Tone for repeaters on thus radio? Thanks

[@radiosification]

Yes, it's quite easy to do. I'm sure you will be able to figure it out very easily if you have the radio in your hand

[@Manolo7]

radiosification hi. Thanks. I bought the radio, but I cant find where it can be set

[@radiosification]

In BandA or BandB set, go down to C-CDC. That is it. Then press * to change between none, CTCSS, DCS, and inverted DCS.

[@Manolo7]

radiosification thanks!!

[@Kylesfd]

literally ends the video by saying, "this is the radio that i hate the least."

[@radiosification]

It's actually a good thing coming from me haha. I still use the radio often, to this day. It's the handiest DMR radio I have still.

[@n3ssaya972]

Finally! Great video 73 de E73HAK

[@radiosification]

Thanks!

[@ИгорьПетров-б8ю3н]

Спасибо за таблицу ""Сравнение радиостанций DMR"" . Помогает при выборе DMR рации.

[@ahtoh1]

Can you advise on a radio for me? Dual band, waterproof, с гарнитурой, car charger, with upgraded antenna if needed under $200?

[@ahtoh1]

Does it work in analog as well or only digital?

[@paladin11C40]

It does both.

[@anthon5504]

great video but i all documents that i found stand impedance 50Ω. Is that all not correct ore is`t me that`s looking on the wrong places?

[@radiosification]

Yes, it's SUPPOSED to be 50 ohms but in reality is apparently not. The specs of the radio will of course tell you what the manufacturer wants to be the truth. But the reality of the situation is often different. Just like radios which claim to be 10W are often only 7W or so. Or a battery which claims to be 3000mAh is actually more like 2000mAh.

[@anthon5504]

Even in The Description of the long antenna stands 50Ω impedance. => www.ebay.de/itm/New-Ailunce-HD1s-Dual-Band-SMA-F-Long-Antenna-VHF-UHF-136-174-400-4800MHz-/202149618883?clk_rvr_id=1596088757215&JlcyI6MCwicyI6NTMzODY0NywiY2kiOiIwNDYxNzQxZGE2ZGZkMDY2NGQ3NDQ5NWVlYmI1NTg5NCIsImkiOiI4MTk3NTE1MjAzNDczNDU3NDAxIiwidHMiOjE1MzE0MzkyMTgsInYiOjMsInNvIjoxNTAwLCJjIjo0NjcyfQ%3D%3D&rmvSB=true

[@radiosification]

Again, that is what the manufacturer wants it to be. But specs of Chinese radios are often totally inaccurate.

[@anthon5504]

Ok and what is the real impedance (if you now it).

[@radiosification]

I do not know. Impedance will probably vary with frequency.

[@g1fsh]

great video and very accurate. I love my HD1 but it's not perfect. It is very good tho.

[@radiosification]

Thanks Gary. I agree with you. It's good but not perfect. But most things are not perfect anyway.

[@g1fsh]

radiosification very true

[@RealShipmate]

Have you ever thought about getting more Motorola radios? (xts3000, xts2500, Ht1250, etc) I have actually found it quite entertaining to purchase old Motorola equipment like the cm400, maxtracs, and mt2000 and attempt to program them with archaic software. I plan on building a small Motorola repeated this summer, one of many projects which should prove educational.

[@radiosification]

I like all the commercial gear but there's really not any p25 around here so there would be literally nobody to talk to or experiment on it with. That sounds fun though. P25 is a great sounding mode so it would definitely be fun to experiment with

[@clovenbeast5183]

Mine has a white screen of death after only six months of use. I checked the ribbon cable and I checked the firmware version and tried many versions. Dealing with the company or the sellers is ridiculous. Buyer beware do not take a chance

[@TheUniversalEyes]

Sorry to hear that, but not really, I mean I feel bad that your radio died, but good that you shared your experience, you are the second person in these comments that had the same issue, which means I probably should not buy one. It's tempting, but not for this price, It should honestly be priced the same as other inexpensive radios. People see big battery, big hard plastic case and they instantly think it's some kind of industrial radio that is built like a tank. I am sure initial batches of these radios aimed for hams were made well, but somewhere down the line they started to buy cheap parts and that's where the problems started. Companies like Motorola have the strictest standards when it comes to comes to components and manufacturing. I am not saying we should all own Motorola's, but for companies to try and market their products like Motorola is horrible. Hopefully you were able to receive a replacement or get it working, if so, I would like to hear your experience.

[@clovenbeast5183]

@@TheUniversalEyes It wasn't worth it I just gave up. Lesson learned. I don't even have the need anymore but eventually I'd like to get a new one definitely won't be the same lol

[@clovenbeast5183]

@@TheUniversalEyes it's become an excuse to upgrade I was just irritated with the responses from the company and corresponding people. We all learn eventually it's all good I'll get better this time

[@radiosification]

That's the attitude that makes them use cheap parts and have no quality control - people just give up and say it's not worth it. You should kick up a fuss and get a refund or replacement, otherwise they'll know they can profit off the fact that people don't bother to do anything

[@clovenbeast5183]

@@radiosification no That's learning a lesson. Supply and demand. If you can't give me something that works I will go elsewhere to a more trusted name with higher ratings better reviews That's not what they're counting on they lost business

[@valentin.32]

Great video and 73

[@1OFGODSOWN]

I already have.👌👍

[@spaceracer4688]

Как из коробки, включив Ailunce HD1 GPS найти канал и сохранить его (компьютера нет)?

[@radiosification]

I can't speak much Russian but I'm guessing from your comment you're asking if you can program the radio without a computer? Yes you can. You can do everything you need without a computer except adding the ham contacts database and I think you can't edit Rx group lists.

[@spaceracer4688]

@@radiosification я сегодня получил в доставке заказ Ailunce HD1 GPS. Завтра еду с Ailunce HD1 GPS на свою работу. На работе общаются между собой через радиостанции разных моделей. Как мне, без компьютера найти рабочий канал?

[@keithlimon8788]

Can you recieve p25 if you input the frequency

[@radiosification]

No, this is a DMR radio. You can never receive a different digital mode with a radio that supports one digital mode

[@gesamtszenario]

Unfortunately,. the lack of DTMF is a deal breaker. It was looking so nice up to this point. A shame.

[@slavap75]

HD1 has DTMF feature now. Introduced with the latest firmware.

[@TimonSuricata]

Nice radio, works good on marine band, and gmrs/frs/cb even though this guy says not to cause his a nerd, been using a 45w tyt mobile radio on my boat for years, works great! and i can talk to my mates on dmr encrypted! its so good!

[@radiosification]

"even though this guy says not to cause his a nerd" You realise that I get notifications for each comment on my videos? The first person who sees them is me, so talking about me as if I'm not going to read it is not very smart. Secondly, it's the law that says what types of radios you are allowed to use on licence free frequencies. It's illegal to use this radio so obviously I'm not going to encourage it. If you're using a cheap chinese radio as a marine radio then more fool you. You're the one who is risking your life by not buying proper equipment.

[@TimonSuricata]

I am impressed with your quick reply! most youtubers are very slow at replying, the law is there just to screw people over, we can only legally run 5w on CB, everyone does 100, we can't use digital modes, everyone does, we can't carry pocket knives or have slingshots, boo hoo, we can not go outside without breaking the law, as long as we are using the radio on bands we should be on and not over the top of commercial users who cares.

[@chrishagan3755]

Timon, the fact of the matter is that the radio is not designed to operate on those frequencies (read transmit mismatch) Simply because a radio is able to transmit on a wide frequency range does not mean that it is optimal on all of those frequencies. I'm sure a true marine band radio with matching marine band antenna will significantly out-perform your TYT in the 156-162Mhz marine band. No one is trying to rain on your parade, it's a real safety concern, legalities aside.

[@buckrowan2441]

Sadly you're correct. People are becoming sick to death of police, media and corrupt politicians telling us how to eat walk sleep and breathe and think. A reckoning is coming all those who had a hand in fukin up this world should find a secure bunker.

[@chasecreech4699]

Anyone else have the screen go white. Ptt only button that works

[@radiosification]

Some people have complained about screen issues. I think the connection can come loose. I would contact the company and see if they have any instructions to try and put it back

[@chasecreech4699]

@@radiosification thank you

[@warzone7571]

Can I get a free radio

[@radiosification]

You can get a free word: no

[@warzone7571]

@@radiosification where can I buy a cheap radio

[@RadiosPlanesSpace]

I don`t like the transmit audio on the HD-1 FM and DMR ! It is way too low compared to an MD-380/390. Also the impedance mismatch is a no go for me ! Excellent VED!

[@radiosification]

Thanks. Yes it's a shame the radio is let down by these issues. If it didn't have those two issues it would be great. For me the impedance thing is not really an issue because I keep the stock antenna on.

[@matsanisakrim5503]

Ca back to them and tell themn

[@radiosification]

Tell them what?

[@mralanvideo]

Ham radio is policed by ham radio users and no one else how many people have ofcom prosecuted 0

[@radiosification]

Uhh okay? How is that relevant to the video?

[@mralanvideo]

@@radiosification your comments about the what's legal and what is not using this radio

[@radiosification]

Okay. I'm pretty sure ofcom must have prosecuted some people at least, but I was mainly including that information because often people but these radios without realising they need a licence. They're not trying to break the rules, they just don't realise.

[@mralanvideo]

@@radiosification you can't buy a shotgun without a licence it's controlled. you can buy any radio of any power and use it. it's not controlled

[@DV-tc1yr]

DONT DO IT! its unreliable and has several issues ....buy a BTECH 6X2 its a awesome radio and when the company is told about an issue they resolve it ASAP not months later

[@radiosification]

What are the several issues?