The Leixen Note 25-watt HT Radio - HUGE UHF Ham Radio

[@skyking1328]

You may think I'm a nut case. I worked 5 years in the early analog cellular days. Had a Motorola flip phone glued to my right ear most of the time. Companies deny it, but I later suffered with an Acoustic Neuroma in my right ear for no known reason. Had to have a brain operation and now I suffer from loud tinnitus in that ear. This is a benign brain tumor. Constant RF on your brain will cause problems. Always tell them to use a speaker mike and hold the radio away from the head. I have this Leixen UHF and it really solves the Bofung low power problem in the house and in town away from repeaters. I haven't measured the power, but after watching this video i will do that. Thank You//KE6QK

[@LEGITLONDON]

Sorry to hear that man. Im 9 months late but I hope youre doing better! M7DEQ

[@fixyournet]

I have the 20 Watt with Duel transmit and receive, Leixen uv-25d rig. It blows this one away! Comes with a face and duel band antenna!

[@HamRadio2]

Glad to see they updated it - there was no such thing, back when this video was made.

[@mikesey1]

On my version the power selection has been pre-programmed to the orange button on the top, with the LED next to it showing Red=high power, Violet=medium, Blue =low, each push of the button changing the power output.

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

Hello Everyone, I was wondering if anyone owns the Note 25 handhelds and is familiar with the programming software? If so, I was I hoping to speak with someone on the phone whom can walk me through the process of using the software step by step. So I happen to be a well-known security expert and would be happy to return the favor with security advice and/or a security product gratis. Google Jordan Frankel Security Expert. Thank you for your consideration and stay safe in these strange and uncertain times.

[@smithsterj]

Just got my radio yesterday and so far I really like it. Mine is producing 35 watts on 446.0 and 22 watts on 146.52. Sounds good and really easy to program.

[@smithsterj]

My radio is The 898s mobile....whoops

[@90210Studio]

Thanks for your tutorial, I have a question, you can program to in vhf? And how it is programmed, thanks for your help

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

Hello Everyone, I was wondering if anyone owns the Note 25 handhelds and is familiar with the programming software? If so, I was I hoping to speak with someone on the phone whom can walk me through the process of using the software step by step. So I happen to be a well-known security expert and would be happy to return the favor with security advice and/or a security product gratis. Google Jordan Frankel Security Expert. Thank you for your consideration and stay safe in these strange and uncertain times.

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

Found these Batteries for Note 25 : www.ebay.com/itm/303558282890

[@stevenculbertson7934]

How you get 35w if its only 25w ik channle 16 on mine which is 421.995 i get 23watts but i have the hys model but looks the same as this radio.

[@joeframo3347]

Hey Jason I really like they came out with a dual and it's a 20 w and it's a big sucker

[@HamRadio2]

Where did you see this?

[@nbookie]

Uv-25d

[@gravytrainoutdoors]

I’d love to see a comparison between this radio and the UV-25d

[@nbookie]

Ditto!

[@monty5583]

Nobody has a review of the UB-25D

[@gmctech]

I'd only use this with a shoulder mic so i can get that monster as far away from my noggin as possible! ..... that thing will fry your brains! But all that being said, I just ordered one to test and add to my collection of radios..... it's a beast!

[@gmctech]

I can't wait to do a range test with this thing... :)

[@clifjonejontilano3578]

im a newbie..wonderin if that can be used as a mobile repeater, so we can clearly transmit using our cheap radios? were on hvac business we need clear transmission when installing long pipe of aircon. we seldom have trouble on our cheap radios in close high wall buildings, proper repeater is impractical to set up for we only work just a day or max 3 days and need to mobilize again to other project.

[@charlie_nolan]

Did they ever make a VHF version of this same model? I’d love to have a semi-cheap rugged no-display great battery/hugh power radio to use on-site that’s VHF.

[@mr.alanmurphy1169]

When will you review the Leixen UV-25D Dual Band Radio???

[@HamRadio2]

I haven't seen that one, I'll look it up

[@plannertpks7146]

i have "receive intermittent" problem at my leixen vv898 sp 25 watt. do you have problem solve?

[@gregrossel9469]

Thanks for reviewing the radio. Not sure that I would want to have that much power near my eyes but for a remote location with external antenna you would surely be able to access distant repeaters. Wonder what would happen if you did some 10 minute TX tests? Would the radio limit power as it heats up. With that much power that sucker is going to get hot fast. Do you have any information on the antenna design? Might be extra long to get the RF away from the body.

[@HamRadio2]

Right. I think maybe I got a fluke radio, I don't think they will all transmit this way. But even 25-watts, as advertised, I wouldn't want to key-up right next to my face.

[@Delta_Mike]

Hi, are you still using this radio? What about RF exposure? have you used it for long time? Did your body temperature rise? Or its all good if you are using it with external PTT?

[@HamRadio2]

LaikaMX Haven't used it in a while. External mic is recommended

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

@@HamRadio2 Hello Everyone, I was wondering if anyone owns the Note 25 handhelds and is familiar with the programming software? If so, I was I hoping to speak with someone on the phone whom can walk me through the process of using the software step by step. So I happen to be a well-known security expert and would be happy to return the favor with security advice and/or a security product gratis. Google Jordan Frankel Security Expert. Thank you for your consideration and stay safe in these strange and uncertain times.

[@wqnd300]

40 watts is insane! how fast does it take to heat up before you would let it cool down?

[@HamRadio2]

I didn't hold it close enough to find out!

[@gmctech]

I'd bet you could cook eggs with this thing!

[@alaskafunnyriver]

The one I have is fan cooled.

[@petrok1rp254]

These radios are not giving 40W I am sure. The measurement seems not correct (not cal/set done). Anyway these radios have own active cooling system. Small fan on the back are activated when temp threshold is reached.

[@petrok1rp254]

These radios have own active cooling system. Small fan on the back is activated when temp threshold is reached.

[@bradhollis1005]

I bought one of these radios, but using the software that came with the radio, I can't break squelch on a single repeater. I can hear repeaters but not communicate with them. I know how to program a radio for repeaters, and when I set a second HT to receive on the frequency and PL tone a repeater would, I can break squelch on this second HT. Then why can't I break squelch on the repeater with the same frequency parameters? The software that came with the radio doesn't seem to have a specific setting for a PL tone but allows for setting a QT/DQT value (whatever that is). Initially I thought this was a PL tone setting, but perhaps not. Any thoughts?

[@nbookie]

Being 7 years ago whats the battery chemistry used for that type of power?

[@truestpain]

Have you continued to use this? Has there been a vhf version made?

[@justarandom5280]

Is this the same as the HYS TC-H25w HT? Thinking about getting that one but cant seem to find many helpful vidoes on it

[@HamRadio2]

I'm not familiar with the HYS but they do copy lots of different models

[@justarandom5280]

@HamRadio2 alright thank you, appreciate the quick response. You're the man

[@90210Studio]

Thanks for your tutorial, I have a question, you can program to in vhf? And how it is programmed, thanks for your help

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

Can't be programmed to VHF

[@Phoenix_1982_MD]

seriously, this is insane :) gotta get one

[@danthegypsy5871]

What backpack radios did you order? You mentioned at beginning of video.

[@HamRadio2]

Leixen makes backpack radios - same company that makes this HT. The model is VV-898BP

[@danthegypsy5871]

@@HamRadio2 awesome. Thanks! Shame it doesn't have a USB plug for charging with mobile battery packs easier or solar panels in the field.

[@robertchristianson1187]

25 watt hand held. Is that when connected to a car battery? How long will a hh battery last at that power level?

[@HamRadio2]

It has a large battery

[@RisingTidesAC]

i know that it has been years, but do you remember the CPS version? I have 1.01 and it does not program the side or the top keys

[@cedras45]

I know this video is 4 years old I just purchased same radio what software can I use or where can I get it?

[@dimcejakovleski702]

I have the same radio but maximum that i've get was 22.5 watts on high power.

[@petrok1rp254]

What about the cal/set your meter when you are changing the range? You should do it otherwise the measurement could be wrong…

[@HamRadio2]

I test it against a Byrd meter every so often, it's stays pretty consistent

[@shawnf5160]

cool radio waiting for vhf version

[@alaskafunnyriver]

I have one of these, and I am trying to find the right software to download. Can you download it from the internet?

[@nikguy]

Doesnt this have the ability to be turned into a repeater? How would i set that up if so?

[@HamRadio2]

I am not sure this radio can be a repeater, no.

[@kf5wt]

Seriously, you DO NOT want to use this radio as a handheld. It far exceeds RF exposure safety limits, even on low power. Max safe limit on UHF that close to your face is 4 watts.

[@HamRadio2]

Agreed. I used an external mic

[@gmctech]

Pretty scary eh? This thing has gone full beast mode on the HT market... scares me to think that somewhere there is likely a couple of people using these like a normal HT without shoulder mics.... I wouldn't dare transmit a with that bad boy without a shoulder mic.... wonder if I can get a mic chord that will stretch to another room... lol

[@MyBussard]

What level of wattage will 446.662 be, that's Chanel 5 on the small radios from cosco.. Thanks and great vid

[@michaelscoofield]

4W to what? How you can define the e.r.p. power exposing your head if you did not defined the radiating device!!! Do not scare people without exact data... Did you found the SAR level for that frequencies and defined antenna? Please conscious that radiated power is decreasing with square of distance... Of course no doubt that external antenna and mic at high power level is recommended.Also there is big "High power / RF energy" warning writen in the manual. Also in my manual is stated that at highest power level it should be used with external antenna far from body. Anyway I do not thing it is big issue as the transmission is done just for short spots only (as in my case I am mostly in receiving mode, hi) Important is to understand that the main idea of this radio is combination of handheld (at 5W) and mobile radio (at 10 / 25W using car external antenna) so you are not exposed to high RF (head close to whip...)

[@BodyPiercingByGlock]

Bah! Just put a prophylactic on the antenna.

[@darkangel8622]

Can I use this radio with another short antenna?

[@georgemcfly7358]

How about a walk thru with the programming. I'm lost!

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

Did you ever obtain any assistance with programing? I'm in need of help myself. Thanks

[@georgemcfly7358]

@@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424 i did. Took it to my radio shop and the guy there figured it out

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

@@georgemcfly7358 yeah I'm lost with the programming. I was able to figure some of it out, but I mostly lost as there are no instructions that explain the programming or the internal optional features nothing.

[@jordanduffy8679]

Can you do a video to programe it

[@HamRadio2]

I don't have this radio any longer, sorry.

[@2E0JTP]

Let's hope that no inexperienced radio enthusiasts get hold of one of these. The thought of someone using this as a normal hand held is terrifying. :|

[@policeofficer65]

2E0JTP I do! What’s the problem? Bought few to use as normal walkie talkies.

[@SouthernGospelMusic]

Apple he’s referring to random unlicensed users. It’s so terrifying thinking that someone could get a 25 watt radio program to some random default business band frequency, and completely blanket over a control channel for some trunked system.

[@ecversevictim1848]

It's not that terrifying :) it's awesome ..... as a ham radio operator since 1996 it's going to be my back pack radio :)

[@nachoroma1056]

again with the UV=25d

[@dimebagtribute]

There is dual band from leixen at approximatly 140 bucks, did you play with it? If yes, what's you thought on this one please?

[@HamRadio2]

Likely not, if there isn't a video about it on this channel

[@dimebagtribute]

@@HamRadio2 ok so I need to buy one and let you know if it worth the price they asking for... But anyway, 25W of power with a fan-cooling system for 130 bucks is not that expensive for my point of view!!

[@thomaslange2262]

figured you would be in Dayton lol

[@mark12.31]

+Thomas Lange He's there. Check his Twitter.

[@HamRadio2]

+Thomas Lange I'm ALWAYS working, man! LOL

[@Gibero]

Which antenna do you recommend to obtain 40w?

[@HamRadio2]

External... no ducky, for sure.

[@Gibero]

@@HamRadio2 is there any portable antenna to get 40w?

[@BodyPiercingByGlock]

Use a corncob.

[@fabioleone4184]

salve dove posso acquistare questa radio in italia

[@HamRadio2]

Non sono sicuro di dove acquistare questa radio in Italia, mi dispiace.

[@fabioleone4184]

ok grazie anche se sinceramente mi serve non puoi aiutarmi perfavore

[@منصیری-ح5م]

This walkie talkie my dream

[@МаксПолк-р1р]

Is the author of this radio giving out 20 watts or 25 watts? I'm sorry I'm from Russia and do not know English, I'm using Google translator.

[@HamRadio2]

25 watts

[@МаксПолк-р1р]

Спасибо за ответ!

[@texasprepper869]

can you give us an update?

[@HamRadio2]

I've not tested anymore with this radio.

[@jordanfrankel-securityexpe3424]

@@HamRadio2 Hello sir, I was wondering if you still own the Note 25 handheld and are familiar with the programming software? If so, I was I hoping to speak with you on the phone so maybe you could walk me through the process of using the software step by step. So I happen to be a well-known security expert and would be happy to return the favor with security advice and/or a security product gratis. Google Jordan Frankel Security Expert. Thank you for your consideration and stay safe in these strange and uncertain times.

[@topshot95]

where can I get me one at

[@HamRadio2]

+Biggamehunter Thomas I'll put them on the website today

[@МаксПолк-р1р]

This radio is true 25 watts?

[@HamRadio2]

Yes

[@erictorres469]

Can it be programmed to use repeaters?

[@erictorres469]

I just read that it operates in simplex mode. That means that I can't use this radio with repeaters. :-(

[@HamRadio2]

It does both

[@erictorres469]

Finally I succeeded to program the radio for repeater use. The Leixen software is tricky. I hope Chirp adds this one to its list. Thanks!!!

[@kumagstv28]

Sir I like that radio can I arbor that????,🤣🤣🤣

[@michaelhartmann9971]

Subscriber number 4,976 73 de ac0v

[@HamRadio2]

Thanks for watching.

[@guilhermevinhola5539]

How can i programming that?

[@HamRadio2]

Leixen makes software for it

[@valourboy]

Why don’t you key up next to your face

[@HamRadio2]

Any damage that's been done is already there. Nothing else matters

[@wcsoblake85]

So its advertised at 25 watts and its almost putting out 50 watts? I wonder how they managed that. Seems like transmitting at over 40 watts would be an advertising ploy for this company.

[@lowrangeoverland9013]

sweeeeet

[@chrisscott1547]

"Kickin" I guess this is a CB channel.

[@HamRadio2]

CB has 40 channels

[@darrink5869]

Is getting one

[@briankendall1978]

That much power out of an HT might not be safe RF exposure, especially if your holding the mic close to your mouth. I thought that was the main reason much manufacturers only produce 5W radios.

[@HamRadio2]

Yes, that is why I was using a speaker-mic on it.

[@kumagstv28]

Shout out plssss I'm from phillipines