Radios.

[Pipelayer]

I did a ride this weekend with a small group up at stampede res. and all of the group had had Radios. They all had the Vertex 2200 50 watt radios. We were separated about 10 miles or so and the and I was beside the lead car and he was talking to the sweeper car clear as a bell. I found these radios on Amazon for under 250.00. In the Rugged radios for 500.00. I ordered mine today. Great riding up there if you ever get the chance to go.http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/16/80d2958c176a212582d0a66c48176f9b.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/16/b335d70e714845373291c772e9258a92.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/16/ac782d7f5bdb3df4eab160e473a378b5.jpghttp://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/08/16/e959c039eedbad7a22870c651e905d54.jpgthis is the view from the abandoned lookout at Verdi Peak.


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[EPL]

Nice pictures Jeff .

[Beach Leo]

Nice

You Lucky dog Jeff

Thank-you for the pics and info on radio


This is a bad-ass pic of your rig


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[Pipelayer]

Thx Ed, Leo we will have to do a ride up there sometime. I know mike had a trip planned up there in sept. That was before he bent the frame on his rig.


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[Mike621]

It's defiantly a great place to ride, I have a good loop I'm going to do next mouth , can't wait. Thanks for the pictures, was coming home from Reno and looking up at the tower this morning. [emoji3]


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[CrazyCooter]

Looks sweet and I bet it was way cooler up there! Wish it wasn't so far as I miss that whole area.

Did you get the VHF version of radio I hope? When you get it send me a pm and I'll help you with the programming file if you need.

[Beach Leo]

It's defiantly a great place to ride, I have a good loop I'm going to do next mouth , can't wait. Thanks for the pictures, was coming home from Reno and looking up at the tower this morning. [emoji3]


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkThere is a ton of riding on the north side of highway 80

Never relized how much there was, stapede, forceletrail, bowman lake the list goes one and on

Would love to ride there

We will have to get a UTVCrazy ride there

Whats your Date for your ride there Mike?

[Mike621]

I'm going up Saturday September 12 Leo , if I don't have a SXS I will do it on my Renegade 500 quad.


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[Beer Mod]

Thanks for the info! I need a radio, I'll have to check yours out Jeff if you have in on the Rubicon run.

[AlfaBaz]

Great pictures, Jeff!

I've ordered the $30 Bao Fung (sp???), but if it doesn't do the job, I may move up. Thanks!

[Pipelayer]

Tony, it's both uhf/vhf. Wasn't sure what band everyone was going to run on.


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[CrazyCooter]

Tony, it's both uhf/vhf. Wasn't sure what band everyone was going to run on.


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Pretty sure that's a single band radio that is available in either or vhf/uhf. The listings are misleading.

[MrH]

I looked at the radio and before buying it asked what band you wanted. I think Tony may be correct.

[MrH]

This is off Amazon.

"When at race or at play, the Vertex VX2200 mobile radio is the tough industry leader. With 50 watts of operability, the VX2200 is a popular choice for racers and enthusiasts alike. This mobile radio is a popular favorite for top race teams, offroading, Ultra-4, UTV's, trophy trucks, and more. Fit right in with the same technology and power the pro's use! Tough, compact, and feature packed, the Vertex VX200 Radio comes backed with a full 3 year factory warranty. Offered in either VHF or UHF to provide the best in options and performance."

[Mike621]

So this is the one to order??802


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[MrH]

Mike, from what I can see, that's the UHF radio. Rugged Radios has both versions.

[Ed Harvey]

For those of us who don't have the 300$$ to drop for a radio what is the best one to get?

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[Mike621]

Mike, from what I can see, that's the UHF radio. Rugged Radios has both versions.

So order the VHF model from rugged.


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[Beer Mod]

Please post a link when someone figures out the best one to buy. I'm ok with the rugged unit esp if it does both

[Pipelayer]

Pretty sure that's a single band radio that is available in either or vhf/uhf. The listings are misleading.

They had 1 that was uhf only and one vhf only and they had one that had both. All of them were the same price. I figured if I got the one that had both that I would be covered. If that's not so, please let me know as I know NOTHING about electronics. Thanks


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[CrazyCooter]

If you want a VHF only radio I'd get this one:http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/fm_txvrs/2900.html

And a dual band this one:http://www.universal-radio.com/catalog/fm_txvrs/0790.html

Both require a simple mod to transmit in the areas where you will need. These are cheaper, easier to program, and easier to get aftermarket parts for than the Vertex series. The Vertex is a little tougher unit as they are for public service/business.

Here's the instructions for the 2900 mod:http://www.worldwidedx.com/threads/yaesu-ft-2900r-frequency-modification-mars-mod.44185/

[CrazyCooter]

They had 1 that was uhf only and one vhf only and they had one that had both. All of them were the same price. I figured if I got the one that had both that I would be covered. If that's not so, please let me know as I know NOTHING about electronics. Thanks


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I'd cancel and get one of the ones in my above post. Otherwise you need the VHF version for the distance and what others are using.

[CrazyCooter]

These guys will mod it for you if you like:http://www.gigaparts.com/Product-Lines/2M-Radios_2/Yaesu-FT-2900R_2.html

[Beer Mod]

Thanks for all the info!

[AlfaBaz]

My BaoFeng was delivered today, but apparently the programming cable comes straight from China (or Korea?) because it was shipped separately and is supposed to be here between 9/3 and 9/22. Looking forward to the programming/install clinic, Tony!

[Pipelayer]

This is off Amazon.

"When at race or at play, the Vertex VX2200 mobile radio is the tough industry leader. With 50 watts of operability, the VX2200 is a popular choice for racers and enthusiasts alike. This mobile radio is a popular favorite for top race teams, offroading, Ultra-4, UTV's, trophy trucks, and more. Fit right in with the same technology and power the pro's use! Tough, compact, and feature packed, the Vertex VX200 Radio comes backed with a full 3 year factory warranty. Offered in either VHF or UHF to provide the best in options and performance."

Mike, that's the one that I ordered. Except for the one I ordered said dual band uhf/vhf. And it was the same kit. Tony let me know if I got the right one. I can exchange it for the right one if I didn't. I know on rugged radios site they were like double the price.


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[MrH]

Barry, I saw that when I was ordering. I ordered from a different company and will get it at the same time as the radio. Supposed to get everything on Sat.

[Pipelayer]

I'll double check what I bought and make sure. If it's wrong I'll have them change it or send it back for the right one.


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[CrazyCooter]

Mike, that's the one that I ordered. Except for the one I ordered said dual band uhf/vhf. And it was the same kit. Tony let me know if I got the right one. I can exchange it for the right one if I didn't. I know on rugged radios site they were like double the price.


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There is a VHF AND UHF version of the VX2200. You have to specify which band you want, but you only get one band.....You want VHF.

[Pipelayer]

Thanks Tony, I'm trying to contact them now to straighten it out. Thanks for the heads up. I should have PM'd you yesterday before I ordered it.


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[EPL]

My BaoFeng was delivered today, but apparently the programming cable comes straight from China (or Korea?) because it was shipped separately and is supposed to be here between 9/3 and 9/22. Looking forward to the programming/install clinic, Tony!

Same thing to me Barry !!

[CrazyCooter]

I have the programming cable, so I can program yours Ed and anyone else who is nearby.

[CrazyCooter]

Thanks Tony, I'm trying to contact them now to straighten it out. Thanks for the heads up. I should have PM'd you yesterday before I ordered it.


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No worries! I just want everyone to get hooked up with something that will work good and fits the budget. Even if we can get 1/3 of the riders hooked up, it should take care of peeps getting lost!

[EPL]

I have the programming cable, so I can program yours Ed and anyone else who is nearby.

I'll drop it off when I get a chance !! This working stuff sucks !!

[CrazyCooter]

I'll drop it off when I get a chance !! This working stuff sucks !!

Quit yer whinin'!:o

[MrH]

Tony, once the radio is programmed is it hard to add other frequencies? I might want to add Sheriffs And Fire bands to it. My wife runs our neighborhood watch and loves listening to that stuff. I'll probably buy a second radio for her.

[EPL]

Quit yer whinin'!:o

I'm suppose to be retired !!

[CrazyCooter]

To me, everything is hard to do by hand with the Baofeng! With the programming software it's super easy as long as you know the freq/offset/tone/codes. I have lots of the LEO and fire in mine but block transmit so you don't break the law and cause interference accidentally. I know how to turn the transmit on manually so I can call out if needed.

Another consideration is if they are using a digital format down there. Lots of agencies are moving that way...in this case the Baofeng wont work. All you will get is machine noise. Radio Reference is a good place to get that info as those guys are way geeked out on scanners and some radios.

[CrazyCooter]

Why you keep repeating yourself? Little man complex or something?

[EPL]

Why you keep repeating yourself? Little man complex or something?

Because i can !! HAHA

[AlfaBaz]

Why you keep repeating yourself? Little man complex or something?

No wonder he has twice as many posts as anyone else!

[CrazyCooter]

:eek:

[Pipelayer]

From what I've seen it will only take a few of us with the higher powered radios at each end or middle that can relay any trouble from those in between with the 5 watt radios. So it should work for everyone. We'll just have to identify that at the pre ride meeting and place those riders in a sequence that keeps everyone safe. Thanks for the help. As alphabaz, I will need to attend your tutorial on programming. [emoji16]


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[CrazyCooter]

Remember, power output and radio type is not as important as the antenna type, placement, and installation. Then you have the issues of people forgetting to turn the radio on, getting on the right channel, turning the volume up so they can hear, etc......

[Pipelayer]

At least when thy do have a problem they can turn it on and put the rest of the group in the loop and get help or not. At least we won't be panicking on their status. :)


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[MrH]

I received my radio today. I'm charging the battery before I attempt to program it. It's a lot smaller than I was envisioning.

[Ed Harvey]

I ordered a radio to day the BaoFeng UV5R . The radio and the other parts be here in a few days. The program and the cord won't make it until September 15 to October 1. So when is the program and install class??

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[CrazyCooter]

Nobody has gotten anything to install yet that I have seen........Just a bunch of handhelds. Anybody get dash mounts or antennas?

I can program if you are local or send you a file that you can program yourself. There are tutorials for modification and programming all over the net.

[CrazyCooter]

I received my radio today. I'm charging the battery before I attempt to program it. It's a lot smaller than I was envisioning.

They are cute little guys! They have a extended battery that almost doubles the height, but if you are going to use the battery eliminator, not much need for utv use.

[MrH]

I just got home from a meeting so I'll program it tomorrow. I have the battery eliminator so I'm good to go.

Tony, you were right, the radio came with the ptt. But it's really cheap. The one I ordered is much better.

[LBR]

Nobody has gotten anything to install yet that I have seen........Just a bunch of handhelds. Anybody get dash mounts or antennas?

I can program if you are local or send you a file that you can program yourself. There are tutorials for modification and programming all over the net.
Yes sir...BLR has a 50 watt full meal deal car to car with intercom that I'm installing now with 1/2 wave antenna. Will be picking up an antenna mount this weekend from Rugged Radio that I'm going to modify for our use....should be trick as Randy from RR said I'm the first one to mention why...lol

[MrH]

I have the radio programmed but I cannot figure out how to get the channels that Tony sent me to load to the radio.

[MrH]

Ok, I figured it out. Radio is programmed. Now I'll have to figure out if it works.

[CrazyCooter]

Ok, I figured it out. Radio is programmed. Now I'll have to figure out if it works.

Good job! There is also a spot somewhere in the software where you can make the radio show your name. Being that they all look the same, it might be good to add that.

You might tune to one of the FRS channels and see if there is activity. Neighborhood kids around here are always on them. They might not come back to you if they have the CTS tone enabled and you will also have twice the transmit range they do at 5 watts output, but you will have a more sensitive receiver.

[CrazyCooter]

Yes sir...BLR has a 50 watt full meal deal car to car with intercom that I'm installing now with 1/2 wave antenna. Will be picking up an antenna mount this weekend from Rugged Radio that I'm going to modify for our use....should be trick as Randy from RR said I'm the first one to mention why...lol

Are you just using one of the billet clamp on mounts?

[MrH]

Good job! There is also a spot somewhere in the software where you can make the radio show your name. Being that they all look the same, it might be good to add that.

You might tune to one of the FRS channels and see if there is activity. Neighborhood kids around here are always on them. They might not come back to you if they have the CTS tone enabled and you will also have twice the transmit range they do at 5 watts output, but you will have a more sensitive receiver.

I can get one of the weather channels I programmed to work. No activity on any other channel yet. I've figured out how to set it to scan. I'm out in a rural area so I wasn't expecting much. I'm going to Shingle Springs tomorrow. I'll try it there.

[LBR]

Are you just using one of the billet clamp on mounts?
Yes, on the rear cross bar.

[Ed Harvey]

Crazy Cooter I live up in burney where are you? I am home healing up just had some steroid injections in my back starting to feel a lot better. So if your not to far away I think I can do a short drive.

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[CrazyCooter]

I'm in Redding

[CrazyCooter]

Yes, on the rear cross bar. Make sure you get a good ground with that clamp or you will be limited to using a ground planeless antenna and are giving up signal strength for nothing.

[Ed Harvey]

Man I hit the up date and it screwed everything up.
Ok when i get it I will come down just let me know when and where.

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[CrazyCooter]

Got you! Couple minute deal except it's been a couple of years since I did a Baofeng radio. Gonna be good at this before too long!

[Ed Harvey]

I got my radio and the external antenna the disk and the cord didn't come . Just need to set up a time and place to meet up.

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[MrH]

I didn't use the disk. It is so small it kept falling out of the disc drive before the door could close.

[Ed Harvey]

Ok no problem it was only about 5$ no great loss . So let know when you have time to do this and i'll drive down i'm still setting at home healing up . Had shots in my back feeling better everyday I don't think it will be much longer until they cut me lose.

[CrazyCooter]

Is the disk just the driver for the programming cable?

[MrH]

Is the disk just the driver for the programming cable?

I'm not sure. But when my computer wouldn't take it I just went to Chirp and then programmed the phone.

[Ed Harvey]

We can wait until they show up no big hurry I don't know when i can ride again . I just wanted to be ready for when i get to.

[neil11975]

When I bought my radio, I read a review that said not to use the disk that came with the radio. I went to this website, http://www.miklor.com/COM/UV_Drivers.php and downloaded the driver for the baofeng radio. There are instructions on this too. It worked great for me. I also watched a youtube video that showed a guy using the chirp software. That was really helpful. I was able to connect the radio and program it the first time.

[Ed Harvey]

Looks like you still need that 2 pin cable to do it. I don't have a computer or the skill to do this I just have my phone.

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[neil11975]

Looks like you still need that 2 pin cable to do it. I don't have a computer or the skill to do this I just have my phone.

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That is correct. You need to cable. I have the cable and the program on my laptop if anyone local wants to use it. I live in Cottonwood. I know Tony knows WAY more than me. I just figured out how to program it.

[MrH]

I guess I got lucky without using the disc. When I plugged the cable in it asked if I wanted Windows to install the drivers. I said yes and it worked.

[Ed Harvey]

The dogs and i just got back from our walk . I can run down the mountain anytime . It will give me a chance to see how my back does after the shots let me know if anybody has time. .

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[66Elco]

I have a cobra cb radio, looks like if I get the right antenna I can communicate with all of you with the vhf radios. Am I right or way off?

[Ed Harvey]

On the external antenna I got the hpa-180, 144/430mp2, dual band antenna magnet mount.
Now I have some trailer deck bolts with a very large flat head I thought about taking a roof bolt out and replacing it with the deck bolt. Now will that be a good enough ground or should I run a ground wire with it to?



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[CrazyCooter]

The mag mount more than likely is not going to stay on. They also don't require a ground. Save that one for your truck when you are traveling in a group and get a good NMO mount style antenna for the buggy. Rugged has some clamp on billet mounts, weld on a tab to your cage, or mount righ to your roof if it's metal.

[CrazyCooter]

I have a cobra cb radio, looks like if I get the right antenna I can communicate with all of you with the vhf radios. Am I right or way off?

No go on the CB....27mhz AM. CB is useless for tactical communications. We're operating 150mhz/462-465mhz FM

[Ruckzuck]

Thanks for the information about the radios .

[Ed Harvey]

I don't know I think I would rather have it knocked off then snapped off

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[Ed Harvey]

Thanks again Tony for all your help with the radio today.

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[drtfun]

Tony I have a Raymarine ray50 radio this is there specs 156.000 – 157.425 MHz
155.500 to 161.425 MHz Private channels would this work it says 25watt power

[CrazyCooter]

Tony I have a Raymarine ray50 radio this is there specs 156.000 – 157.425 MHz
155.500 to 161.425 MHz Private channels would this work it says 25watt power

Yes, it is within the freq range of most of the radios we will use, but the channels it transmits on are for marine use only and not legal for land mobile use. Some people do it, but I wont.

[drtfun]

Ahh Ok it was an extra for my boat guess it will remain a backup.

just waiting to see how all these radios work out before I jump in the pool

thanks

[Ed Harvey]

The disk and the cable came in last Wednesday if anybody needs it let me know.

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[CrazyCooter]

Last I read here, Barry needed his radio programmed..... Ed too I guess.

Anyone else need installation or programming help? Was trying to put something together, but of it's not needed I'll just get those guys fixed up.

[AlfaBaz]

Last I read here, Barry needed his radio programmed..... Ed too I guess.

Anyone else need installation or programming help? Was trying to put something together, but of it's not needed I'll just get those guys fixed up.

Thanks, Tony!

[EPL]

I'll get to you one of those days Tony.

[LBR]

BLRs radio could use your love too Tony. It's the Rugged with pre programmed channels, except they are all alpha, not numeric, and IDK how to program anything on it....Gaaaa!!!!

[AlfaBaz]

I'll get to you one of those days Tony.

X2!

[CrazyCooter]

BLRs radio could use your love too Tony. It's the Rugged with pre programmed channels, except they are all alpha, not numeric, and IDK how to program anything on it....Gaaaa!!!!

You need the software and cable for it. I have never done a Vertex, so I'd be clueless as usual! The handhelds have the alpha tags too, so anyone should be able to find where they need to be.

[LBR]

You need the software and cable for it. I have never done a Vertex, so I'd be clueless as usual! The handhelds have the alpha tags too, so anyone should be able to find where they need to be.
Cool...she will use it as is...not sure if it even works yet until we get around some other radios for a test.

[Coreyavs]

Last I read here, Barry needed his radio programmed..... Ed too I guess.

Anyone else need installation or programming help? Was trying to put something together, but of it's not needed I'll just get those guys fixed up.
Just caught up on this thread. Resurrection time! I'm looking to order the yaesu ft2900r. If I get it by early next week, do you think I can have this programmed in time for the Virginia city ride on the 9th? I know, rush rush.

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[CrazyCooter]

Just caught up on this thread. Resurrection time! I'm looking to order the yaesu ft2900r. If I get it by early next week, do you think I can have this programmed in time for the Virginia city ride on the 9th? I know, rush rush.

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I don't have a cable for the FT2900 unless it's the same as the FT2800. The chirp software might cover the 2900, but have not looked into it either.

Are you going to hook it into a Rugged intercom? If not, you might consider the TYT9800 on Amazon. It's only a few $$$ more and gets you way more flexibility. Since it's an import, it doesn't have to be modified either. You are probably hung up on the 75w output, but honestly it's hardly any difference between 50w and 75w.....just like stereo stuff, it takes 10X more power to double the signal or 3db. Usually easier, safer, and cheaper to double it with the right antenna.

Rugged might even have a cable for the TYT, I just have not looked yet. They do make one for the Yaesu FT7900 though....another excellent dual band choice. Chirp supports it too.

Either way, I have a freq chart and you could face program a couple of freqs without the computer.

Edit: It appears Chirp will program the FT2900 and the 2800 cable appears to be the same. I would advise you have your own so you can make changes later.

[Coreyavs]

I don't have a cable for the FT2900 unless it's the same as the FT2800. The chirp software might cover the 2900, but have not looked into it either.

Are you going to hook it into a Rugged intercom? If not, you might consider the TYT9800 on Amazon. It's only a few $$$ more and gets you way more flexibility. Since it's an import, it doesn't have to be modified either. You are probably hung up on the 75w output, but honestly it's hardly any difference between 50w and 75w.....just like stereo stuff, it takes 10X more power to double the signal or 3db. Usually easier, safer, and cheaper to double it with the right antenna.

Rugged might even have a cable for the TYT, I just have not looked yet. They do make one for the Yaesu FT7900 though....another excellent dual band choice. Chirp supports it too.

Either way, I have a freq chart and you could face program a couple of freqs without the computer.

Edit: It appears Chirp will program the FT2900 and the 2800 cable appears to be the same. I would advise you have your own so you can make changes later.
I went ahead and ordered one of the little rugged handhelds. That will give me more time to talk to you and other guys about radio options. Plus, I hope to have a new rig sometime soon. Does the handheld need programming?

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[Sar_man]

What frequencies are you using for commas? I am interested in the VHF freq as I have a Kenwood radio in the Rzr


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[CrazyCooter]

I went ahead and ordered one of the little rugged handhelds. That will give me more time to talk to you and other guys about radio options. Plus, I hope to have a new rig sometime soon. Does the handheld need programming?

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It comes ready to run Cory. It doesn't come with the JeepSpeed/MURS channel though. If you order a programming cord for a few $$$$, you could modify it's programming pretty easy.

[CrazyCooter]

What frequencies are you using for commas? I am interested in the VHF freq as I have a Kenwood radio in the Rzr


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Rugged used to have the freq list available on their site, but it is now password protected. My guess is there were a few modifying ham radios, loading them with Rugged's list, and offering them for sale.

That said.....
https://www.dropbox.com/s/l7zt22uurph22vc/_VHF-Rugged-Mobile-Radio-Frequencies.pdf?dl=0

[LBR]

Rugged used to have the freq list available on their site, but it is now password protected. My guess is there were a few modifying ham radios, loading them with Rugged's list, and offering them for sale.

That said.....
https://www.dropbox.com/s/l7zt22uurph22vc/_VHF-Rugged-Mobile-Radio-Frequencies.pdf?dl=0
Access to Rugged Radio 91 preprogrammed alpha to numeric conversion list is:

Username: rugged
Password: radio

I loaded it into my tablet for reference to program my radio to any of their channels anytime....still learning as this is the first time I've used both, but I LOVE IT so far!

[CrazyCooter]

Nice!

One thing I ran in to programming Ed's Baofeng UV5R was that there are many different firmwares within the same model radio. The one that is listed on the radio's startup screen isn't necessarily the one that is loaded into it. It is important to first read your radio and save an image of it's OEM programming and firmware and work from it.

I turned Ed's radio almost into a brick that would transmit and not receive for a few mins....... Google is your friend! I found a site that had recovery info. :)

[LBR]

Nice!

One thing I ran in to programming Ed's Baofeng UV5R was that there are many different firmwares within the same model radio. The one that is listed on the radio's startup screen isn't necessarily the one that is loaded into it. It is important to first read your radio and save an image of it's OEM programming and firmware and work from it.

I turned Ed's radio almost into a brick that would transmit and not receive for a few mins....... Google is your friend! I found a site that had recovery info. :)
I received my radio and tablet gear just a few days before we blew out to Ocotillo Wells...did a super sanitary install of everything, but overlooked one BIG issue that didn't reveal itself until we went riding.

The amateur radio VHF transmit on is 144-148 and all of Ruggeds frequencies are 151-156, so I can hear everything all are saying, but can't transmit. BLR is always talking chit about me and the Rhino on rides knowing I can hear her but can't respond in retaliation!...lol

I didn't realize the transmit frequency didn't include Ruggeds until I actual READ THE BOOK!!...ha-ha.....when we get back home, will do the MARS/CAP on it.

[CrazyCooter]

Yep gotta open her up! What radio did you end up installing?

[LBR]

I was entertaining between the Yaesu 7800 and 8800, unable to decide whether to take low or high road, finally PMed you, and followed your endorsement of the 8800.....6' coax with Cobra dual band 1/2 wave antenna....the Db is higher on vhf than what Rugged advertises their 1/2 wave at!

[The Rattler (BLR)]

I received my radio and tablet gear just a few days before we blew out to Ocotillo Wells...did a super sanitary install of everything, but overlooked one BIG issue that didn't reveal itself until we went riding.

The amateur radio VHF transmit on is 144-148 and all of Ruggeds frequencies are 151-156, so I can hear everything all are saying, but can't transmit. BLR is always talking chit about me and the Rhino on rides knowing I can hear her but can't respond in retaliation!...lol

I didn't realize the transmit frequency didn't include Ruggeds until I actual READ THE BOOK!!...ha-ha.....when we get back home, will do the MARS/CAP on it.
LOL..
We all had fun talking chit about the Rhino till it out performed both the RZR Turbo and the RZR 1000 on 2 of the hill climbs...lmao

[Pipelayer]

LOL..
We all had fun talking chit about the Rhino till it out performed both the RZR Turbo and the RZR 1000 on 2 of the hill climbs...lmao

Makes for some Great campfire stories.Did you get any 1 finger salutes from Lance?


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[EPL]

lol..
We all had fun talking chit about the rhino till it out performed both the rzr turbo and the rzr 1000 on 2 of the hill climbs...lmao

lol !!

[The Rattler (BLR)]

Good times forsure..

[Coreyavs]

Bentronics in redding has the Baefong handheld radios for $69. They will program it with whatever frequency you want. They are identical to the rugged radio for a fraction of the cost. Just FYI.

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[EPL]

Bentronics in redding has the Baefong handheld radios for $69. They will program it with whatever frequency you want. They are identical to the rugged radio for a fraction of the cost. Just FYI.

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This is the radio I have , this weekend will be the first time I use it !!

[The Rattler (BLR)]

I can't believe I went that long without a radio... it was nice to know when we had traffic coming at us on the trails or where we were about to turn...made the ride so much more enjoyable and I also got to listen to my tunes...

[Coreyavs]

Mine will be here tomorrow. We'll have to see if we can hear each other house to house Ed.

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[EPL]

Mine will be here tomorrow. We'll have to see if we can hear each other house to house Ed.

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Sounds good !!

[CrazyCooter]

Mine will be here tomorrow. We'll have to see if we can hear each other house to house Ed.

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Corey, make sure first you read your radio's OEM program/firmware and save it in a safe location. Otherwise you may load it with a bad file and loose receive on your new radio. Ill PM you a link to the file I'm using for others' handhelds.......Copy and paste to YOUR radio's open file and you will be ready to rock.

[EPL]

Tony , what channel was the Baja pits on my radio ?

[Coreyavs]

Corey, make sure first you read your radio's OEM program/firmware and save it in a safe location. Otherwise you may load it with a bad file and loose receive on your new radio. Ill PM you a link to the file I'm using for others' handhelds.......Copy and paste to YOUR radio's open file and you will be ready to rock.
Speak english! ;) Thanks.

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[EPL]

Speak english! ;) Thanks.

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LMAO !!! It all sounds like another language to me !!

[AlfaBaz]

LMAO !!! It all sounds like another language to me !!

X2!!

[CrazyCooter]

Tony , what channel was the Baja pits on my radio ?

It should be labeled Bajapit.

[CrazyCooter]

LMAO !!! It all sounds like another language to me !!

It was for me till about 5 years ago when I started playing with radios, but it all comes together when you start doing it.

[EPL]

It should be labeled Bajapit.

i got it , Thanks Tony !!

[CrazyCooter]

That's 154.980 for you Barry. You should be able to just key that in and be on freq.

[AlfaBaz]

That's 154.980 for you Barry. You should be able to just key that in and be on freq.

Huh? I'm not sure I can get it out of the box by myself!

[Coreyavs]

I'm on Baja pits Ed!

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[EPL]

Thanks for everything Crazycooter , my radio seems to work fine !!

[CrazyCooter]

So you and Corey can hear each other from your houses?

I got Barry on freq tonight too.

Something else you guys might want to do is "Lock" your keypad so it wont get changed accidentally while riding around. The #key also has a picture of a key on it.......Press and hold it till the voice says "lock". You are now locked on freq......press and hold again to unlock so you can make changes if desired.

[AlfaBaz]

So you and Corey can hear each other from your houses?

I got Barry on freq tonight too.

Something else you guys might want to do is "Lock" your keypad so it wont get changed accidentally while riding around. The #key also has a picture of a key on it.......Press and hold it till the voice says "lock". You are now locked on freq......press and hold again to unlock so you can make changes if desired.


Thanks again for everything, Tony!

[CrazyCooter]

No problem Barry!

[Coreyavs]

Corey, make sure first you read your radio's OEM program/firmware and save it in a safe location. Otherwise you may load it with a bad file and loose receive on your new radio. Ill PM you a link to the file I'm using for others' handhelds.......Copy and paste to YOUR radio's open file and you will be ready to rock.
Looks like it came ready to go. You could always join us this weekend and give us some pointers. ;)

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[CrazyCooter]

Looks like it came ready to go. You could always join us this weekend and give us some pointers. ;)

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OK, you did go the Rugged route then.....That one works as is! I use that setup when I was riding the motorcycle and it worked pretty well.

I was strongly considering coming over, but work has gotten in the way.....not fond of when it gets that cold either.

Closed this week to catch up on the stuff I have been behind on. The shop hasn't been this clean/organized in over 10 years!

[Coreyavs]

OK, you did go the Rugged route then.....That one works as is! I use that setup when I was riding the motorcycle and it worked pretty well.

I was strongly considering coming over, but work has gotten in the way.....not fond of when it gets that cold either.

Closed this week to catch up on the stuff I have been behind on. The shop hasn't been this clean/organized in over 10 years!
Well then I'll be the only black sheep in a field of rzr's. I like it that way. ;)

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[CrazyCooter]

Well then I'll be the only black sheep in a field of rzr's. I like it that way. ;)

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We minorities have to have thick skin.........LOL!

[Coreyavs]

Both rugged and Baefong handhelds worked great. I will need to get better ear pieces. The stock ones start to hurt. Btw, anyone know why some people sound very quiet and others are loud?

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[LBR]

Both rugged and Baefong handhelds worked great. I will need to get better ear pieces. The stock ones start to hurt. Btw, anyone know why some people sound very quiet and others are loud?

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More often than not it is the distance peeps place their microphone from their mouths. We had a couple quiet ones down in Ocotillo during preride...the leader would tell "Joe" to move his mike where it was almost touching his lips....that was the issue with them.

[baloo]

I got a Baofeng uv5r and got all the programs installed to program it. so i already put BajaPits on it what other channels do you all recommend putting on it?

[Ed Harvey]

Mount for your hand held radio with a case. Parts list on what have you done. http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/42273046d60e806ecbd68dab43d4d412.jpg

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[Ed Harvey]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/70bfb42ac04c118bb1f838e3b1b47fa1.jpg

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[EPL]

http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/70bfb42ac04c118bb1f838e3b1b47fa1.jpg

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Good idea Edd !!

[Ed Harvey]

Thanks . I forgot 1peace I used a u-bolt flat bar thru the belt loop for the top mount.

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[CrazyCooter]

Looks good!

What have you got going on for the antenna? I have never seen that type of connector.

[Ed & Charlene]

1853
General Specification

Frequency Range

RX: 108.000-520.000 MHz & 700.000-999.990 MHz;

TX: 136.000-174.000 MHz & 400.000-470.000 MHz

Channel Capacity

1105

Channel Spacing

5/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 KHz

Operating Voltage

DC13.8V±15%

Operating Temperature

-20 ~ +60

RF Power

VHF:50/20/10/5W; UHF:45/20/10/5W

Frequency Modulation

F3E, F2D, F2A

Maximum Deviation

±5KHz (Wide Band), ±2.5KHz (Narrow Band)

Sensitivity

0.8uV (10dB SINAD, 108-137 MHz)

0.2uV (12dB SINAD, 136-174 MHz & 400-470 MHz)

Maximum AF Output

2W (8Ω, 10% THD)

Dimensions(W×H×D)

140mm × 42mm × 168mm

Weight

1kg

[Ed Harvey]

Looks good!

What have you got going on for the antenna? I have never seen that type of connector.
I have a 12" magnet mount on a plate that I have bolted to the roll bar. I have a helmet head set and i was going to put the talk button on the shifter so all the cords are between the seats.

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[CrazyCooter]

1853
General Specification

Frequency Range

RX: 108.000-520.000 MHz & 700.000-999.990 MHz;

TX: 136.000-174.000 MHz & 400.000-470.000 MHz

Channel Capacity

1105

Channel Spacing

5/10/12.5/15/20/25/50/100 KHz

Operating Voltage

DC13.8V±15%

Operating Temperature

-20 ~ +60

RF Power

VHF:50/20/10/5W; UHF:45/20/10/5W

Frequency Modulation

F3E, F2D, F2A

Maximum Deviation

±5KHz (Wide Band), ±2.5KHz (Narrow Band)

Sensitivity

0.8uV (10dB SINAD, 108-137 MHz)

0.2uV (12dB SINAD, 136-174 MHz & 400-470 MHz)

Maximum AF Output

2W (8Ω, 10% THD)

Dimensions(W×H×D)

140mm × 42mm × 168mm

Weight

1kg

That's a pretty good deal for a dual bander. Looks like it actually rolled off the Yaesu line....... The thing I worry about most with suggesting these radios is that pushing one button could make it inoperable for an end user who didn't take the time to learn it's functions. While the commercial stuff is expensive, they can be made idiot proof so there is no way things could go off track...No insults intended! ;)

[Ed & Charlene]

I hear ya. They would have to know how to program it. This sells for around $225.

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[LBR]

Personally I would hate to see full blown mobile ham radios getting into uneducated end-user hands. With those extra bands vs. the simple 151-155 mhz Rugged Radio programmed channels comes a lot of responsibility one must be in the know about.

[CrazyCooter]

I hear ya Lance! We have been having issues locally over the past 4-5 years since the Chinese handhelds hit the market. People just don't understand that this little toy "Walkie Talkie" can cause major communication problems if used improperly.

The freqs Rugged comes programmed with are problem enough. As more people buy/use these pre-programmed off road radios, the FCC will move their illegal use to the top of the list. Mark my words......It will be an expensive mistake for the end user.

[Ed & Charlene]

Personally I would hate to see full blown mobile ham radios getting into uneducated end-user hands. With those extra bands vs. the simple 151-155 mhz Rugged Radio programmed channels comes a lot of responsibility one must be in the know about.
I agree 100%, I'm looking at this set up for our buggy. I don't have to do any mods to it.

[LBR]

We have to appreciate the bureaucracy these companies must have had to go thru to sell 50 watt VHF radios to the unlicensed end consumer. Thank you Rugged and others for fighting the FCC years ago for this privilege....hope it wasn't too bloody of a battle....lol!

[Beach Leo]

Would this China one work?>>>http://www.amazon.com/LT-580-VHF-136-174Mhz-Programming-Transceiver/dp/B00V9EHCR0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_4&smid=A1EFGZMM6L99VD

[CrazyCooter]

We have to appreciate the bureaucracy these companies must have had to go thru to sell 50 watt VHF radios to the unlicensed end consumer. Thank you Rugged and others for fighting the FCC years ago for this privilege....hope it wasn't too bloody of a battle....lol!

No privilege gained at all. They can sell you the equipment, but you get the fine for using it illegally........Kind of like a gun?

[Ed & Charlene]

Would this China one work?>>>http://www.amazon.com/LT-580-VHF-136-174Mhz-Programming-Transceiver/dp/B00V9EHCR0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_4&smid=A1EFGZMM6L99VD
It can transmit on the amateur bands.

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[Ed & Charlene]

does any body have a complete frequency list for rugged radios?

[EPL]

does any body have a complete frequency list for rugged radios?

Lance (LBR) does !!

[Maverick4me]

Shoot me an email and I will send you the list. This forum will not allow me to attach the PDF file due to its size.

Don
utvmods4u@yahoo.com