For those familiar with the UV-5xx series radio’s they are targeted for Amateur Radio use (that may change in the future) for both the 2m VHF and 70cm UHF bands however this model also includes the 220MHz 1.5m band (predominately used in the USA)
Supplied items
- UV-5RX3
- 1800mAh Li-ion Battery
- Dual Band Antenna
- 220MHz Single Band Antenna
- Desktop Charger Adapter
- Original Earpiece
- Wrist Strap
- Belt Clip
- User Manual
As there are two antennas supplied you need to ensure that you use the appropriate antenna for the intended frequency otherwise you will damage the radio. As the 220MHz band is not permitted here in Australia my testing for this radio was limited to the 2m & 70cm bands.
Specifications & Functions:
- Frequency Range: 136-173.975MHz, 220-225MHz, 400-519.975MHz
- FM Radio: 68-105MHz (RX)
- Memory Channel: 128
- Output Power: 5 Watts
- Tone Scanning: CTCSS, DCS
- Wide/Narrow Bandwidth Setting
- Tone Burst
- DTMF
- VOX
This radio works well and the build quality is good, although for the Australian market having access to 220MHz is of no benefit as VHF DVBT is primary service and there is no 1.5m band available within Australia.