UHF CB Radio 10 Tips

[@AussieKnivesAndStuff]

Good video mate, here are a few more important tips: 1) Press the talk button and wait 1/2 a second before you talk, so the first word of your conversations is not cut off. 2) If you have a lot to say, only talk for about 15 seconds max, than take a 2 or 3 second break before continuing to talk. This allows someone to cut in, in an emergency. 3) Learn the phonetic alphabet, or have it on a laminated card near the radio.

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+AussieKnivesAndStuff great points there mate 👍

[@bhavishyab77]

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[@Slippindisc]

AussieKnivesAndStuff good points, I would just add that 15 seconds is a long time to talk on the net. I try to keep my transmissions down to 10 before a break. More importantly, when you break, before you break, SAY "BREAK"! That way the person receiving knows that you're about to break, and that your radio or theirs is not malfunctioning. If you don't say "break" they could think that they missed a couple seconds of your x-mission and create confusion. It also gives them the "preparatory command" they need to break in if they need to.

[@zacandmillie]

As a former Artillery Signaller I can confirm the pause part. We had a saying Press Pause Speak. It allowed the radio to power up from standby. and avoided clipping the beginning of your transmission. Whenever we had British soldiers on exchange they start their transmission with Hello, ... It sounds polite and posh but it's just their way of pausing before the main part of the transmission.

[@zacandmillie]

@@Slippindisc In the army (artillery) the BC (Battery Commander) would usually waffle on and on with shit (orders) and nearly always sent as 'Officer to Officer', The transmission would be started by his callsign. For example: 4 this is 49, fetch Officer over. 49 this is 4, fetch Officer, wait, Out. Then we'd go get the GPO (Gun Position Officer). He would give a break by saying "More to follow, over". This allowed the signaller at the other end to finish writing in his log book what was said or allow another call sign to interject with something more important. If no other call sign wanted to transmit the Officer would respond quickly with a Send, Over. We never used 'Break'

[@simonclemence4662]

In Victoria Police we were taught to hold the microphone next to your mouth but facing sideways not front on. This side on placement means you have close and full voice volume without the muffle and interference of your own breath. Also wait one second after you push the talk button before you talk or you'll 'clip' the start of your conversation.

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+simon clemence great tips mate, will give that a try (mic to the side)

[@ontheroadwithjohn]

you are correct. you talk across it not into it

[@chriscj5065]

Agree dons it same for 15 years

[@jakemeehan6489]

My little handheld is really bad for cutting the start of convos, makes you have to keep getting people to repeat

[@railtrolley]

@Shitbox Adventures Same here. 14 years now a courier. On one delivery I was over 100km from base and on top of a mountain. I was going to phone depot when I discovered the 2 way was reaching them. Elevation makes the difference.

[@ceriops123]

All great tips. Just for your knowledge. "Over and out" is often misused, it should be "over", or "out". Keep up the good work Ronny

[@-Awareness]

Duplex mode is very important if you’re stuck by yourself in the bush and need to get an emergency call out... i speak from experience...

[@gardyjeanplong3638]

Thanks for the tip awareness

[@johnperz2831]

Don't know about Australia, but here in the US, many CBs can receive broadcasts from our National Weather Service, including emergency alerts such as flash flooding and tornadoes. I personally think that's a feature every buyer should look for

[@blacksheep6888]

Here in Australia we have no such service in uhf band but we do in the marine vhf band

[@aussieoutbackfarm]

uhf channel 30 is though in australia. just not that common to hear broadcasts, but they do happen particularly in nsw@@blacksheep6888

[@123middo]

Just thought i'd point out that you got "over and out" wrong. I'm a pilot and part of my licensing is a radio telephony operators license. "over" means (i have finished talking and am waiting on a response) "out" means (i have finished talking and I'm not waiting on a response) or (i'v left the conversation) so "over and out" is a conflicting statement.

[@skay9443]

Agreed. I remember distinctly using trunks for my first emergency response and being told off for using over and out. You are handing over, or you are out, not both :) Worst still is my father was a signalman/intelligence officer in the army, and we grew up around CB and other radios....

[@Johnyrocket70]

Over and out is a American term. Over means you are done talking and if you say both over and out means you are done talking and out of the conversation or leaving the frequency or turning off your radio. Out means out of here.

[@its_billyrusso4868]

Being in the fire service we say over and out however we know the difference, and know we shouldn't but we do it anyways

[@tonydawnwright346]

Hi Ronny, great videos, love your camping vids. A great tip to for everyone, when out bush, in an emergency situation, utilise duplex function as this will provide (as mentioned in vid) additional range and pick up farmers and mines etc, to seek help.

[@electropad]

Wish this video was around when I first got my uhf radios. Very very useful video!

[@aussieoutbackfarm]

Hi Ronny, thanks for the video. I know I'm a tad late, but just wanted to let you know that channel 30 is actually the local emergency network, for emergency, weather and warning broadcasts.

[@dannybarnes874]

Very nicely done. Located here in South Carolina and a former LEO. If you would like some other codes, please let me know. Law Enforcement uses some of the same 10 codes. Can get rather interesting at times. Checking to see if we use UHF CB radios here in the states. This was the first I have heard of these.

[@brucehutchings]

Do not use "over and out" its either over or it is out. Over means I have finished what I need to say I await you response Out means I have finished communication no need for a response.

[@vk3hau]

yes, you are right. its short for. handing it "over" to you, or I'm "out" from you now.

[@radiojared]

Among other problems with this video, holding your radio higher does not have the same effect as switching to a longer antenna. Height does help, but when dealing with antennas the difference is in the gain produced by how long the antenna is compared to the wavelength of the frequency that you are tx'ing on.

[@jhutch1470]

You are somewhat correct. Going to a gain antenna could help because you are putting out more ERP, or effective radiated power, but; in UHF power is saturation, height is distance. Holding any antenna higher can get you more distance.

[@its_billyrusso4868]

@@jhutch1470 to add on holding it higher, gets better "line of sight" and can also see further over a horizon, also being higher can help with the amount of dust the tx has to cut through

[@jhutch1470]

@@its_billyrusso4868 I agree. Using a higher gain antenna is a much better option. I guess I meant to say that if you don't have one and need to finish a communication, then you can hold it up and TRY to get it through.

[@muzzaball]

Over AND out is the worst thing to say and just shows everyone that you are a beginner, well certainly if you moved up into HF or professional comms. Over is what you say at the end of your current trans, during a conversation, and out is what you say when you are signing off. As far as UHF with the boys in a convoy - no one really cares lol. Thanks for an entertaining video Ronny. Cheers mate.

[@SALTYCOMBATDIVER-ExInstructor]

like always, outfreakingstanding! Only things I have to say is you can do long distances on lower output but things need to be ideal (good terrain which typically equates to elevation coupled with little to no interference). I have made perfectly intelligible transmissions/receptions over several miles in the US Rockies. Another thing is duplex isn't limited to obscure towers, my rig is also capable of functioning as a repeater for the purpose of emergency communications network. Despite those two things, definitely a better job addressing this issue than I could do. Great Job!

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+USCOMBATDIVER excellent point with the mobile repeater station, I'm going to have to try this out sometime.

[@tomthorn2887]

If they had a way to tip an episode I would do it right now! A system where like say I could tip your video $20 because I like it. I would have tipped you $20 several times by now! I love the way you cut the shit and get to it. You are always very clear and precise with your explanations. I learn more from you than any videos out there. I don't even waste my time watching the other videos. This was just another one of your great videos. I am looking into getting some type of radio system for my truck.

[@Ken19700]

We say breaker then the channel we're on. Breaker 1-9 only applies to channel 19. Usually it's just shortened to just break though. Break 1-9, break 4-0, break 2-6, etc.

[@sethtwilliamson]

+Ken MacMillan -- Yup. Stating your channel is really common with ship-to-ship comms where they have to monitor multiple channels simultaneously, so they know without looking which channel the message is coming from. That's not just for breaking but for calling. Even with just one radio, listeners may have them in scan mode and can't take their eyes off the road/trail just now. 15 seconds later they're through the tricky bit and glance at the radio, but it is scanning again. If you've said your channel, you help listeners respond.

[@mrdilligaf1968]

Not a expert here but bit of experience with HF and UHF. My favourite radio would have to be a GME and second best Uniden. Both well made quality units, a little dearer but very reliable. Don't buy one of the cheaper brands below the price of these as there seems to be a lot of problems with them from people who have bought them. Just make sure it's a quality brand radio!!!Buy a good aerial. The radio will only ever be as good as the aeriel you use. A good "all round" aeriel is usually about 6 - 7db gain. Good video and enjoyed watching!!!!

[@OutandAboutwithTrev]

Great with your tip about Duplex use, Don't use channel 1 to 8 but the most important thing is don't use the channels, 31 to 38 as these are input channels. Many times people using these channels are heard on the repeaters but no-one can tell them their conversation is being heard all over the place. Nice video though mate....I've use HF / UHF radios for years and still use em.

[@hoskinmage]

good comments,I have talked to a few people in Australia I'm not sure I've talked to you but it sure did make my day then I was on a mobile, vr 9000 with a palmer 400 in my jeep here in south east Kentucky and a few on my Badr always good to make long distance contacts.its not necessarily my equipment but skip was rolling in good video I enjoyed it

[@izegrimcreations]

"Over and out" has always bugged me when used in the same sentence. "Over" means you're done talking and you expect a response. "Out" means you're done talking and you're not expecting a response. You really shouldn't use both at the same time.

[@BigRed2]

waibelr Only person who's says "Out" is the person who initiated the conversation

[@Slippindisc]

Big Red that's not necessarily true. If the person receiving the conversation cannot or will not be receiving any further, out is appropriate.

[@adamjones6575]

"Over and Out" is an insult, it basically means you are handing the conversation back to the other person "over", but you don't care what their reply is because you stopped listening, "out".

[@chetsjug]

As Sheriff Andy Taylor said "You can't talk anymore, I already 10-4'd you" lol

[@mattthew2429]

Big Red Tell that to coms experts in the military... when time is of the essence, added unnecessary talking is frowned upon, and you’ll probably cop smack in the head.

[@johnsaunders8315]

Great presentation style, Ronny, and I enjoyed watching...but...with the repeater (duplex) comments - repeater operation is always handy to know about. On the road, people congregate around channel 40 or a 4WD or Grey Nomad channel (all simplex, ie you transmit and receive on the same freq and you are limited by that line-of-sight range). But, if you really need to find people and you are in range of a repeater, that's where you'll get through to someone. Not only does access to a repeater increase your range (they are usually placed high up so more line-of-sight range), people listen to repeater channels, so in an emergency, you stand a better chance of getting help. Keep up the good work.

[@leethal6570]

Clear and concise mate, thanks for the video.

[@Wheelabarraback]

Very well presented ! Don’t forget never transmit on the repeater inputs . You may not know you are in range of a repeater and you will cause a lot of interference to those who use them. Channels 31-38 and 71-78: Duplex channels (input). 05/35 is emergency. The higher gain of the antenna is good for open country. Low gain is best for mountainous country. Breaker 19 is an American radio slang term for their 27meg call channel . Channel 19 .

[@its_billyrusso4868]

Hey I have a dmr (digital so I have to program it myself) for my transmitting frequency is that the input and would the output be the frequency i receive one?

[@Wheelabarraback]

@@its_billyrusso4868 Yes mate . The input is the one to stay off when using simplex . So for example with channel 1 repeater, 31 is the input and 1 is the output. Don’t get caught with that radio 😂

[@rollyb5061]

good tips Ronny, I have had UHF radios for quite a long time and this vid reminded me on a few things we need to do

[@HyperFoxTails]

Breaker 19 means your asking to enter Channel 19 to talk or find some one. So if you want the enter a channel you use the word "Breaker!" than the channel number.

[@japerstrills2047]

Good video Ronny. Clear and informative. By the way, it's easy to see that you were raised proper. Thank you for sharing.

[@puzzlecraft801]

FUN FACT Did you know: A vehicle mounted antenna transmits from the centre of the antenna not the top -thin antenna are for line of site/range -thick antenna are for hills and 4wd tracks where you dont need range but you need comunictation over a track or hill.

[@jayrivenbark506]

Ronny Dahl - I'm your 82,000 Subscriber!!!!!!

[@seankelly5890]

Terrific, loved the antics!

[@zjenji]

Good stuff. Can't wait for the follow up video. Thanks Ronny!

[@2beer_OR_NOT_2beer]

Another good reason for a handheld device is: you can easily reach other people in your car if you explore your environment. 73 and greetings from the Bavarian outback, a.k.a. as Munich 😂

[@umair14032002]

Can u please do a video about cars that and like and dont like off road, I own a pajero and im keen to hear what u think about it

[@tonyross3236]

Excellent video Antennas radiate from the bottom mate.

[@BoogieMan1599]

10-4, Thanks for the straight to the point charasmatic advise! 👍

[@jasonhowe1697]

noting you also need to consider ssb/lsb/usb with 27 MHz and the capacity of 40ch wideband and 80 ch narrow band where selected within UHF use case and another less used 27 meg marine and VHF support.. I suspect for tours you service, mandatory inclusion would be would 12 watt pep of 27MHz ssb/usb/lsb operation.. as UHF is a center mass projection of radial point to point distance of 5km though realistically in 1 direction is 2.5km with a transmission overlap..

[@berata45]

Over & out drives me fucking mad. Over is "I'm done talking it's your turn to talk", out is "this conversation is over." You never use the together! At least that's how I was trained to use comms.

[@Darkmeteor1]

correct, in the australian army cadets, we were taught the exact same.

[@christoffer1973]

Great videos again. You cover all my questions... Love your channel

[@markworth1679]

its always handy to take your hand held radio if you decide to leave the vehicle for any reason, just in case you get lost, its safety first, at least hopefully someone will hear and find you.

[@mikenolzeynolan4635]

Cheers mate well explained ,just bought 1, understand them heaps better now👍🏻👍🏻

[@krazycreations2020]

just a correction ....Over and out is slang as it is technicaly incorrect but people will know what you mean. The correction is OVER means you have finished talking and are waiting for a response. OUT means you have finished talking and are not waiting for a response or you are turning the radio off. ........A good video for new users

[@joomkoonhop1929]

All I can say is the repaeter duplex mode can actually get you mixes up in the wrong crouds as in trouble makers linger on some repeater channels etc. Some rules you need to know # Never give out your real location # Never catch up with any one on the reapeater channels (unless your a kick boxer) # Don't cause trouble for other cb users Be safe on the citizen band channel.

[@blacksheep6888]

I am that 40 channel guy, I am not replacing a perfectly good GME TX4200 with some fandagled 80 channel set, but I do have a 5w GME TX6160 hand held with an external aerial, I leave that one on scan.

[@sitkos2]

Good tips / introduction! Just a tiny correction and additions: At 5m29s, I suppose you mean 'split mode' instead of 'duplex' when using a repeater. Duplex would be like a telephone, transmitting and receiving at the same time, whereas repeaters have just differing transmit and receiving frequencies. I'd recommend to have the nearby repeaters' frequencies programmed in the radio or at least having a list of them in one's car. Useful in an emergency to have the biggest range and a bigger chance to have someone tuned to one's frequency (besides to the normally used emergency channel.) [edit] There seem to be different designations in the CB and the ham world. CBers most likely use the word 'duplex'; the hams the technically correct word 'split'. [/edit] As was already mentioned: Good practice is to use the following scheme when talking on the radio: 1. THINK, before using the radio. Have the words ready and get to the point of the message rather than transmitting long pauses and "errrr, ehmmm,...." fillers. 2. PUSH the PTT button 3. SWALLOW, to make that tiny pause and avoid cutting off the first syllables when talking. 4. TALK, transmit the message. It's not a strict rule on CB or ham radio, it just helps to use the radio in an efficient way. 73 to VK6 from HB9

[@vlfreak]

duplex is named more to do with the action the actual repeater is taking.. its doing the duplex (xmit and rcv at the same time), always has been known as such in CB. simplex as mentioned is direct radio to radio operating 'split' in ham terms is not always the same thing (using a repeater), but actually xmit and rcv on different freqs. on YOUR OWN set

[@Bootyhunter1971]

Nope. He means duplex because that's what it's called. If your a ham (saying 73's) you should know that. Duplex IS the correct term.

[@russellwarfield4232]

Very handy for a newbie like myself. Great Advice.

[@philparsons8127]

I feel that it's important to know. uhf on 1 w will get out really well if you're home based using a decent antenna. eg. I use a diamond x30 at about 5 meters hight on the side of the house. I can open a repeater 38 miles away 16 of which are over a stretch of water. using a 7 yr old wouxun kd-uv1p handie version 1

[@philparsons8127]

oh and great little vid by the way. enjoyed it here in South Wales UK. Thanks 👍

[@rudyishak8344]

Hi Ronny! I am new to you channel and its the best 4WD adventure channel out there. Hope you can do a video on a modified Isuzu Trooper or whatever you call the model in your country. Cheers and Tq..

[@jhutch1470]

I also wanted to add that in the air, or at sea, when calling out a life and death problem people will call out a MAYDAY. When needed non life threatening assistance they will call out PAN PAN in the air, or PON PON at sea. When a land radio operator is needing immediate assistance he or she will call out BREAK BREAK. Save the BREAK stuff for emergencies. If you want to create a pause in another's communications then just call out STATION.

[@GhostRider1974]

A good tip for a handheld mic is to grip the mic from in front of the mic instead of hand behind the mic. In this way, your thumb will be on the microphone key. Now take the middle knuckle of your index finger, and plant that at the base of your nose in the center of your upper lip. This will put the microphone about a constant inch off your mouth and at an angle and will yield good punchy audio without the popping or muffled sounds. I've personally found this as a much better practice for gripping and keying the any hand mic.

[@badluckbuddy1]

An extra slag word here in Queensland I’ve picked up is “Flash for Cash”, take a guess. ;)

[@railtrolley]

Flash for cash - speed camera. Evil Kenevil - motorcycle police. Mud carter - tip truck and dog trailer. Box carter - shipping container skel semi trailer.

[@raserapps8230]

Thanks mate - just got my first CB - a very old one, this was good information for me

[@canduffbeer]

Good tips Ronny! keen for the next video

[@sergioantao9872]

love your channel, very educational, informative and entertaining. Please do a modified video on a Suzuki Samurai/Sierra soon. Cheers from Kenya.

[@seso384]

Thanks Ronny. Cheers Kris

[@donnyone-eye8726]

Nice, thanks mate. On a side note, you could have saved some running....I saw several twigs behind you that had 4 or more branches on them :)

[@boikebeagle]

It's over or out, over is for a response required or acknowledgement, out is end of tx

[@leandroogavadepaulasouza5012]

Very good tips, very useful, thanks mate!

[@samuelorhjaltalin9042]

One good thing is to tilt the microphone slightly at a 45° angle from your mouth. It makes it less likely that you get "wind" sounds from speaking.

[@pierrevandooren3186]

Thnx usefull tips for the starter commenucation handhelds radio and car radio easy for towing and winching.

[@BillSaltbush]

Many years ago, Melbourne Fire Brigade had newly installed female communications centre officers. Very early in the piece and after signing off 'Roger', one wag (to this day, still unidentified) asked the control centre operator (call sign VKN8) if she was "receiving his roger". Guys nearly crashed their trucks.

[@SkashTheKitsune]

there was a problem in a town where so many truckers were using CH 35 as a conversation channel, ACMA was not happy...

[@bradbaston7186]

Ronny, have used uhfs before but looking at picking up one for my new vehicle, wondering if you have a video on that or what's good to look for cheers

[@seanzappulla71]

Your video is fantastic. It's the best video that i have seen.

[@adick02]

What’s the small steel whip on the LHS of the bull bar?

[@Scott-K7sce]

another tip is dont talk directly into the mic. turn it sideways 90 degrees talk across the mic 73's k7sce (arizona usa.)

[@NinjaBros219]

super jealous of how your radio is mounted. in my 08 ram 1500 I have a screen there that tells me info such as temperature, direction, distance until empty and what not. I wish I could mount mine there

[@alexanderrodriguez2248]

TBG's S2000 I got a 05 ram 1800, I'm going to be buying a shelf above my head to fit the radio

[@jonifanta7630]

Awesome tips mate...thanks

[@jesseehowells5935]

Great tips, but the DUPLEX or repeater channels now cover 1 to 8 and 41 to 48, but users should also steer clear of the repeater input channels 31 to 38 and 71 to 78 as these can totally block a repeater. Many don't understand this last bit.

[@peterbarber7613]

distance depends on what db gain and where its mounted on vehicle

[@SoloVagant]

If you are a windy situation and comms are bad to hear, stick a "fresh" sock over the mic and it will clear up the wind noise

[@aussieoutbackfarm]

also, do you have any experience with uhf channel 5 or 35, the emrgency channels. I needed 5 a while ago, but didn't get help. :). Thanks in advance.

[@sm6wet]

Alot of off-roaders in Europe and North America also use Amatuer Radio (called Ham in USA) on VHF and UHF. The 2 meter band (144-146 MHz in ITU region 1 and 3 and 144-148MHz in region 2) and the 70cm band (432-438 MHz in region 1 and 3 and 432-440 MHz in region 2). It is much more reliable, covers a great distance, can use repeaters and there is a ton of people Active that could help you out in a sticky situation. It do requires you to take an Amatuer Radio licence which requires you to do some studying but can also reward you with Another great hobby and comeradie. CB on 27MHz. Depending on what country you are in you may have the option for a CB radio with both AM, FM and SSB. SSB has alot better radius and usually you can from a mobile station (a car) reach a radius of 50Km or more. There is not so many users on CB anymore so it is not so likely that someone would be there to help you in a sticky situation but it is still more people than on free UHF. When it comes to CB slang here in Europe the CB slang adopted alot of the amatuer radio slang. QTH (Quee Tee Age) - What is your location? My location is. QSL - Confirm / Affirmative - similar like 10-4 or Roger. QTC - Do you have a message for me? / I have a message for you. Break - There is no other Word for breaking in unless in digital modes or morse code where it is BK. 73 - Have a good one

[@simonplant5179]

Hey Ronny, I saw in a new video that one of your crew has a gme XRS. Can yous do a users guide on it

[@pawie333]

Ok, now everything makes more sense. Good tips & tricks. You save me an embarrassment.

[@JasonPunani]

Top Vid. What model is the handheld that you have in your hands Ronny........? have nothing atm........ looking at getting a decent 5W HHd.

[@harrisoncha2818]

Hey Ronny, I was wondering if you could give me some information on what you think about an mobile app that replaces the CB Radio and what the positives and negatives are regarding conversations over CB that you would want to see and not see in the app. What is it that truckers really need and desire while on long hauls. Thanks brother and drive safe!

[@ivancornejo7225]

What held CB radio do you have here in this video?...Or recommend. Price isn’t a problem. I would like to buy a great decent one.

[@canisrah]

Great video, thanks.

[@vk3fbab]

80CH radios also run 12.5KHz spacing so as a result run less deviation (volume) for the FM voice signal. 40CH runs 25Khz spacing and have a larger bandwidth for the audio. So if you receive a 80CH transmission on a 40CH radio it will have quite low audio levels compared to a transmission from a 40CH radio. Also nearby 40CH radios will interfere on multiple channels on 80CH radios. So if someone was on a 40CH on CH 10 then this might cause issues on CH 49 and CH 50 for an 80CH radio. Some of the challenges operating both 40 and 80 Channels. Originally 40CH radios were going to become unapproved and illegal but ACMA decided to change its mind here and allow both to kind of coexist. Range on UHF is purely limited by line of sight. I've done 100KM on 0.5W on UHF no worries from hill to hill. I have also struggled to do 1KM with full 5W.

[@0ntoowheels]

Love your vids / tips. Thank you.

[@marionwilson2521]

Awesome, thank you.

[@ls19991]

Ronny could you or have you got a video on "common mistakes beginners make" e.g using wrong gears or something

[@Ronny_Dahl]

+Liam Steanes not a bad idea mate, only thing is it will be 50 tips+ hahaha Will look into this for sure.

[@ls19991]

+Ronny Dahl (4 Wheeling in W.A.) more tips the better, but yeah I would love to see a video on that since I'm only new to forbying

[@-djg-3955]

in NYC what would be the best way to communicate with family if phones /cell go down.

[@kimoclyde]

HAM radio or sattelite phones.

[@tyronewalker5764]

Never heard of this frequency in CB use, is this common in Australia?

[@julianwilson5174]

Can you talk to road workers when you come across them?

[@TaMoose101]

Always good value, thanks

[@samanddogs]

hey Ronny im looking at getting a uhf as i am joining a 4x4 club would the cheaper hundred and twenty dollar jbhifi one do the job just for that or should i get something better

[@fordrac1ng81]

I got a baofeng UV-82 and a Nagoya NA-771 antenna for like $35 and it will do just about anything you need it to. No excuse for going into the bush without a sat phone or long range radio

[@EuGarais]

I'm with my buddies are using cheap Baofeng uv-5r handhelds, for two years now. Very satisfied. In long range tested only once, got about 9.2 km in no line of sight.

[@MrMrsregor]

+EuGarais the baofeng radios *GREAT* radios! but they are not FCC approved for broadcasting, meaning it is illegal and $10,000 fine if you get caught transmitting on them in US. they also are capable of broadcasting 5 watts and that means that you can not legally broadcast on FRS channels. so *legally* in the USA you can only use them for listening

[@fordrac1ng81]

MrMrsregor only for FMS/GMRS. You can transmit on VHF/UHF with licensing

[@MrMrsregor]

+fordrac1ng81 no, unless your uv-82 is different than the 4 that i own, they are not FCC approved for transmitting, meaning it is illegal and $10,000 fine (maybe more like $25K i cant remember) if you get caught transmitting on them in US, if you are out side of the us fcc will not matter, but for some reason when they imported the baofeng radios into the us they did not pay the tax and go through all the loop holes to get them FCC approved, and that is why they are so cheap and a good deal. they are great quality for the price, but just not legally approved in the us for transmitting if you have the FCC approved logo with a number on your radio than i am wrong, but none of the uv-82 i have ever seen in person do :(

[@fordrac1ng81]

MrMrsregor You better tell that to all the Fire and EMS people I know running them.

[@Rumpole1000]

I guess duplex mode could be used when crossing the Simpson?

[@victorbitter583]

Only if within range of a repeater that you know what channel it is.

[@d503achenar]

You're using Channel 69 right?

[@blackbirdrider2]

Where do you buy 27mhz radios these days ?

[@GusgusA1]

I like my radios both struck uhf handheld are programmable in the field

[@psycholocke4090]

Dear Ronny, I am interessted in how much usage is made of the HF CB radio frequencies (27 MHz) thru out down under?

[@cjeam9199]

Strictly speaking that's not what duplex is. In Australia the repeater channels use a duplex system to operate, but duplex channels function is to allow simultaneous two way communication, like a telephone.

[@tipperarymick5337]

I thought VHF was more commonly used for outdoors long range communication and UHF for more urban areas?

[@rinadych]

В Австралии не поьлзуются 11-метровым диапазоном CB?

[@Morrissey346]

Would you use duplex in an emergency?

[@studentof_life1887]

PLEASE HELP . I have a UHF radio in my truck. Its almost new. I set priority channel to 10 but now I need it to five. It only has one priority channel. How do I reset priority channel. I've tried holding down the priority button on the channel to unprioritise it didn't work. I also tried to go to a another channel and hold down priority to reset and it jumps back to original priority channel. PLEASE HELP

[@vape305]

Just FYI, CB Radio (HF) does not have to use line of sight. Now-a-days, with being in a 10 year down cycle with the sunspot, we typically think this with 10m-20m. No doubt about it though, 10m on a good day will bounce off the Ionosphere (F-Layer) and come back to earth. Where UHF always pierces through. Just FYI but I enjoyed the video.

[@zoolkhan]

"we typically think this with 10m-20m." no - we dont. you do. 10m is vastly different from 20m in this regard. the shorter the waves the more light-like they become which would make VHF/UHF "line of sight"ish - if there were not reflections from objects, rooftops, rails etc (which is why it works in town with buildings between sender and receiver) 10 and 11 meter profit from higher altitude antennas, i would not call that line of sight though because it is still HF and goes beyond the horizon to some extend even w/o ionospheric bouncing which happens only on occation. (that has to do with the sunspots you mentioned) - in any case - it goes further than line of sight even in the worst case following the the higher the further, the more power the further (a house in between is no problem hence line of sight is misleading) - to a certain extend following the ground, but intercontinental needs the bounce from ionosphere and as for 20 meter - it always uses the ionosphere, no groundwaves anymore - even in bad sunspot conditions it uses the ionosphere. I just talk to brazil from my location here in northern europe - sunspots are at a minimum - i used the ionosphere Putting 10m with 20m in the same basket, and then describe it with adjectives belonging to a 3rd band is not a good idea. Take it from a licensed HAM, and ex nato navy operator.

[@colinstohr6063]

good stuff, thanks mate

[@mickgatz214]

Hi Ronny, i happened to stumble upon your UHF/HF video channel. i'm a CB 'er from decades ago, and just wanted to let you know that your video was EXCELLENT! (especially talking too close to the Mikrofone!) Bro!, KEEP UP THE GREAT VIDEO/s oh, (L.E) ((late entry)), ... i tried to do a donation, but your link tried to forced me to sign into Farcebook. Dunno why...... Please fix this issue. I throw ya a few bucks, no probz. :) Mick