The Smallest Dual Band Mobile Radio EVER! QYT KT-WP12 / ANYSECU WP-9900

[@dr_bnc]

"The data hole" Awesome! 😀

[@thom1879]

I can't tell if it was lost in translation or if they made a joke

[@temporarilyoffline]

I was really hoping the data hole hid a USB port. Any idea if its limited to programming or it the 3.5mil jack could be used for actual radio data modes?

[@Siskiyous6]

I was wondering the same things, APRS in my Jeep is my goal, I really do not think the CHinese even know it is a thing.

[@ham-fam]

The "Data Hole" It is just for programming. Currently

[@radiotec76]

It’s convenient for mobile mounting in sub compact cars but if anything happens to the mic/control head the radio is out of commission. The weakest link in any mobile rig is the mic cable. It can get stretched, kinked and pinched between the seat rails if the rig is poorly positioned. I’ve changed one of those mic cables myself.

[@daleneurauter2810]

There's a word for that situation: "repair".

[@andrewyoung-n8ary]

Waterproof - it would be great on a side by side or other ATV, maybe in a Jeep.

[@miltongarb8591]

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[@norm_sueb122]

Thanks for this video. CHIRP works with this radio to program it.

[@TechMindsOfficial]

Chirp is an awesome program.

[@dalerobinsuk]

What's the rejection like on the front end for intermod? Where I live POCSAG can be a nightmare for wiping out 2m on Direct Conversion based radios (I'm assuming this is direct conversion too) I've tried a couple of the Anytone 2m/70cm mobiles but their front ends are far too wide as they designed for all countries and just have soft frequency limits and no hardware filtering. This would be perfect to put in my YLs car and really tempted to get one.

[@mikearmstrong9899]

How well does it do scanning memory channels?

[@MrApolloTom]

I think wide will not be broadcast wide, but rather normal narrow FM, and narrow will be especially narrow NFM used on the CB and 446 channel spacing.

[@mariomeroni3473]

Is there a microphone extension?

[@randyb168]

Have you used this with a portable battery pack for hiking?

[@ronheron4179]

WHERE DO YOU GET THE PROGRAMMING SOFTWARE FROM?,...

[@itrstt66]

can you unlock more frequencies as in a open tx mod?

[@tonyduran4035]

Are all the freq unlocked ? Will I be able to transmit and receive on the 451mhz

[@bingbongfloranza2353]

any update about this radio? no overheating issues?

[@AsiaGolfWeekly]

any idea how to increase volume past 51? having trouble hearing calls in a noisy veh

[@jimmatthews2206]

I've got one of these installed in my compact car. It works very well however it's hard to change the speaker volume. So I'm using an external speaker with a volume control.

[@lorsmephisto5222]

I just push the squelch button and turn it up or down that way. I am still learning but that seems to be the most reliable way to change the volume

[@moustacheanddrumsticks4381]

I dont know whats going on with my one but every time i import from chirp or the other software its not transmitting to my local repeater AND the receive is worse than my handheld! Proberbly off frequency! Its even not showing the same offset that i programme into it from the computer?!

[@hfvhf987]

I'm from an era when 2m/70cm's were 25k wide and that modern narrow 6.25 and wide 12.5 kills my ears, it just sounds so shrill

[@Bootyhunter1971]

Agreed narrowband sucks

[@G8YTZ]

Very interesting review. It might be ideal for my use case. Will this radio operate as a fixed frequency receiver without the Mic attached (using the External speaker output). I assume it has CTCSS decode/squeltch too? My use case is a receiver for the 2m ATV Calling channel, it will be used to feed audio into one of the sound channels of a DATV TV Repeater. Also, when it powers up will it return to the last used channel? DO you know what the RX current consumption is too?

[@juliobranco3403]

can you tell which usb driver you use ch340, prolific, or other and which port?

[@CrittendenIV]

Waiting on mine from eBay... :) Thanks for the review.

[@la7yka]

I had one of these. When I tested the radio on a spectrum analyzer, the 2. harmonic on VHF (288MHz) was only 40dBc down from the carrier at 144MHz, so it did not meet EU-regulations. On UHF there was no problems measured. Perhaps I just got a dodgy radio, I haven't tested other samples.

[@justanotherguy3850]

It would not have enough audio in a noisy semi or if I have the windows down. 25 watts is not enough power either. It needs to be at least 50. I say this as someone who has used a Scanner Antenna with 5w HT when the car was in the shop and did just fine. It's just that when you get into the fringe areas of the repeater that extra 25 watts makes a difference.

[@grigorirasputin5020]

If it is at 50W, it would NEED a cooling fan, too. I get so tired of reading rubbish by manufacturers who say their radio doesn't need a fan because they have heat sinks. Absolutely not true. Even a 20-25 Watt radio can get quite hot during a lengthy QSO and should have a fan.

[@justanotherguy3850]

@@grigorirasputin5020 :: agreed. I've been a licensed ham for decades and own a series of repeaters that since I'm in California we have the benefit of high-altitude locations which increases the range of radios. But that same 25 W radio in states that are basically flat, like Texas, are not going to have the same coverage as a 50-watt radio. Although that would only be a 3db increase that 3db may make the difference. Those states that are basically flat, again like Texas, are already disadvantaged because they don't have much height above average terrain (HAAT) and most don't understand antenna technology well enough to know that they need to be running a 9db gain base station repeater antenna because of their low altitude. Those two negatives decrease the range of the operator and the repeater. I suspect you already know this but others reading this may not. I also have an issue with the fact that all the controls are on the microphone. Right now amateur radio operators in my state are given an exception to the no cell phone or radio use while driving a vehicle. Now if you're putting all of the controls into the microphone the operator is going to have to take his or her eyes off of the road to look at the microphone to make sure that they're pushing the right buttons. Those microphones as you know are not that big which means the buttons are small. I understand that vehicles are getting more and more compact with what they put in them giving limited space. I fully get it. But as a guy that likes an SUV with plenty of space between the seats, I run Motorola for everything. The main rigs are mounted in special compartments in the back of the vehicle. I'll confess that that gives me an edge because all of my radios or 110 watts each. That's getting off topic.

[@InternetGoldMiner]

@@justanotherguy3850 Sucks to be in Ca. I go there and use my microphone on my hf rig all the time in the mobile and use my radar detector on the windshield. No issues. And if I did get stopped Id tell the cop this is a federal lisc and I will never pay the fine. Also hope you get a pet scan every year with that 110 watts out of that mobile because your rf exposure levels are off the charts.

[@justanotherguy3850]

@Internet Gold Miner :: your reply was all over the place. What's amusing that you're telling a police officer, actually retired now, that you wouldn't pay a citation if you were pulled over for using your radio. The citation would not be for using your radio. It would be for inattentive driving. Go back and read what I wrote again where I made reference to all the controls being on the microphone. That means you would have to take your eyes off of the road just as if you were texting to make sure that you were pressing the correct buttons. That's the issue. Inattentive driving. California does have an exemption for licensed Communications operators or those using two-way radio for example for employment reasons. As far as radar, who said anything about radar? It's not unlawful to have a radar detector in California. Lastly as far as RF exposure, you get more RF exposure from a cell phone held up to your ear at 3 watts and 2.4 GHz then you do with a antenna on the trunk of your car. Kind of a rambling wacky message. It feels like you were hunting for things to b**** about when in reality they made absolutely no sense.

[@robsmith700]

Hi. Anyone tell me if this radio has DTMF on it please. Thank Rob

[@kellynorman7452]

That's a cool looking little radio I like that.

[@jkpisces]

would you recommend this radio compared with anytone at778uv ? thanks

[@eng-tek398]

AnySec are just a reseller - only this one has their label on it. All support is via QYT

[@homebrewham2786]

just bought one last week, and a usdrx 80-10m txr 👍👍

[@flashover52]

Anyone happen to k ow what the TRRS pin out is for the external speaker? Wondering if there is a way to use this radio with an external sound card and digital operability. Tried using pinouts from BTECH GMRS version but can’t get software to transmit.

[@OlafFichtner]

I wonder if any of the mobile rig designers ever used their own designs in a vehicle. Is a separate front panel, that can be attached to the dashboard really that difficult? Yes, these transceivers are very small, they could be installed almost anywhere - could, if there wasn't the antenna cable. Yes, there is a remote control microphone, that I can hold in my hand like in the 70s. But I'm pretty sure the manufacturer will again not publish the communication protocol between microphone and transceiver. Having to enter frequencies and ctcss settings into that microphone while driving is exactly how different from someone texting on a phone while driving? All I need while driving is a toggle button between memory and vfo as well as a dial, a volume/squelch knob and a PTT switch where it's convenient to be reached. But all that is unfashionable now...

[@YU5CF-sv2cq]

Can I use it also for GMRS FREQFENSE IN USA,SIR.THANKS🙋

[@blackclou2]

Does this post have frequencies from 446.00625 to 446.19375 ? ? ? Thank you for your answers (14UVR010 in France)

[@DonzLockz]

I like it, better if it was 50w but otherwise, it's a great piece of kit. :)

[@adam-g7crq]

Interesting is this radio teflon coated so you can fry an egg after a long rag chew.

[@chancehenderson5056]

What is under the tiny silver plate on the rear of the unit?

[@TechMindsOfficial]

Not sure, but the text above it says ANT so possibly a future antenna port?

[@ham-fam]

There is nothing , just a hole. I reviewed this radio also.

[@Bjohan75]

Is the keypad backlit?

[@georgelocations8097]

YES

[@W8QH]

Looks interesting, went to their web site and its has several software, which is best? Glad yours worked, I got one just now from Amazon and it powered up soon as power was applied, second time it was open squelch and constant beeping no display.

[@n.g.gardenservicesessex1714]

can you use it as a CB.

[@whirlwindjml]

No

[@joeclaus5125]

Audio great, accents a bit hard to copy. Thanks for review, will get for new, compact SUV.

[@rickytjandra4763]

Whether the radio can still transmit in the frequency range 136 Mhz - 144 Mhz ? First Thanking You for Your Kind Attention Sir,..🙏 Warm Regards from Indonesia,..👋😊

[@zoolkhan]

why do you want to transmit there? If youre a pilot, then i hope your plane has a professional radio installed. If youre not a pilot, you have no business transmitting on airbands. This radio almost certainly cannot do "AM" - so all you can do with it is create intereference to airbands, but not communicate with planes and towers.

[@rickytjandra4763]

@@zoolkhanOfficially Here In Indonesia, Alocation for Civil VHF Non Amateur Radio are between 139 - 143 Mhz Sir,..😊

[@graemerichards4689]

@@zoolkhan The airband internationally is 118-136, what are you on about????????

[@8thspirit]

Amazing tiny stuff

[@okhamradio]

They need to add 27cb-radio in the same box

[@strial02]

Is it possible to TX on 446mhz pmr ?

[@TechMindsOfficial]

Yep, sure can! 👍

[@zoolkhan]

@@TechMindsOfficial but legal it is not. pmr is quite power restricted by law (Maximum allowed power is 500mW EIRP) , and this radio puts out too much even in its lowest setting. And probably too wide too. stop promoting these radios to the clueless unlicensed masses please. PMR is in the same general area as the ham-70cm band, only the steps (12.5 kHz) prevent us from stepping on each other, that and the low power PMR radios put out. Are you so keen on beeing QRMed by unlicensed illegals? - also keep in mind that these el cheapo radios have a losy track record when it comes to spurious transmission/harmonics/frontend protection. That increases the likelyhood quite a bit that they become a nuisance to legit operators at some point. I am guessing that you got the rig for free for showing it on your channel, - could not have hurt though to also talk about some of the bads to keep up the appearance of objectivity.

[@TechMindsOfficial]

There are way more powerful stations between 446 and 430-440 MHz. Never had issues with QRM from PMR. You’re right tho, it is illegal to use radios like this on PMR, but that’s not my problem what you guys do with the radio. That’s why I don’t mention it in this video.

[@strial02]

Asking this question only in case of emergency it can be interesting to know if it's possible. Everybody know the law, this radio is not a pmr radio and this video just make an overview. thank you for the video and answer, Best

[@okhamradio]

It should work

[@MrJaz8088]

You keep showing the Nissei PWR/SWR Meter but no testing, Not Happy Jan

[@TechMindsOfficial]

It’s such a good meter! I use it for everything now. Would you like me to create a dedicated video on it?

[@ThePacratz]

Data hole flap!?

[@W4TRI_Ronny]

The Elephant in the room. ANT 2??!

[@okhamradio]

I have the same question

[@SB-mi2ii]

Hmmm. The audio isn't that clear - it sounds like it's compressed which makes it difficult to hear. I suspect if driving it'd be nigh on impossible to understand.

[@TechMindsOfficial]

Well, it’s difficult to hear properly within hearing it through my cameras mic, but once I get it installed in the car I’ll have a better idea of how audible it is.

[@gbamck]

All the QYT radios I have experience of have this hiss at the back of the audio despite the signal strength and the audio is not the best. I agree with Matt that you're getting the audio 3rd hand, but it's not great in the flesh. That said, perfectly acceptable when and for mobile. You'd maybe do better with an extension speaker using it home based.. the hiss would still be present (again, in my experience).

[@daleneurauter2810]

@@gbamck My QYT KT-8900 makes up for any hiss with an abundance of audio. Very intelligible while mobile.

[@gbamck]

@@daleneurauter2810 glad it works for you.

[@JonSherwoodChikichumba]

This is what the Midland MXT275 should have been!

[@Bootyhunter1971]

And this costs much less, go figure.

[@PaulMacpherson-zv2sh]

What's a best CB,VHF,UHF & have satellite,send & receive...encrypted...is there a master of all domains for wild camping and ultra long range 50km +

[@donnanorth7324]

Is a license required to operate in the UHF/VHF bands?

[@patraicemery]

More then likely you will

[@zoolkhan]

yes. With this radio you need a license.

[@patraicemery]

@@zoolkhan it depends on his jurisdiction

[@hfvhf987]

I'm sure these break the law if used while moving, i'm sure i read something about the mic not being allowed to have anything other than a ptt when i was reading up about mice use a while ago

[@thijstenbos4281]

wordt na 24 uur warm en schakeld hij uit nu ventilator erop geen last meer misschien transport geweest dos beschadigd

[@ThomasHart59]

My Anysecu restarts on occasion for no apparent reason.

[@ThomasHart59]

It may have been related to the fact that the software allows you to program 7 characters for the channel name, but the radio can only display 6. I've shortened all names to 6 characters and the restarting problem seems to be gone.

[@TechMindsOfficial]

That’s good know! Thanks for sharing this information. I was going to suggest checking power cables etc, but hopefully you have found the issue.

[@ThomasHart59]

@@TechMindsOfficial I noted that when changing channels, it would most often reset on channels that had some corruption in the "name". For those channels that I programmed 7 characters in the name, the 7th character showed up as gibberish on the radio. It has been completely stable since removing the 7th character from all channels that had more than 6. No problem, I wanted to post my solution since I'm probably not the only person who will do this.

[@kn6sah176]

@@ThomasHart59 Yup. I was ready to return mine to Amazon, thinking I had a bad unit, but it's exactly this. If you have any channel with a 7th (or more) character, it will cause random reboots. Cut the channel names to 6 characters (or less) and the problem goes away. Amazon return cancelled. Jim

[@ThomasHart59]

@@kn6sah176 Thanks for the confirmation Jim! My Radio's been working great for over a month now. It's not a perfect radio by most standards, but it fits in a Honda when just about nothing else will. 🙂

[@qwertyuiop98320]

I have the 8900 - It's a bit rubbish. The programming software is dodgy, and the manual setup is a serious mess. The front end is a bit deaf.

[@markg6jvy135]

👍👏👏

[@florentleider222]

No fan ??hmmm...

[@W4TRI_Ronny]

My Leixen 998 Does not have or need a fan either. 10 or 25 watts.

[@GiorgioCanepaMBG]

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