Popular budget wearable radio stations
In the selection we will discuss the permitted wearable (low-power) radio stations of the permitted range (LPD433 / PMR446).
These are inexpensive Chinese walkie-talkies such as Baofeng and Xiaomi, as well as accessories.
Greetings to all!
I would like to talk about the most popular wearable radio stations from China, which are suitable both for attacks on nature, and for team games, pokatushek, construction, simple daily tasks, successfully replacing a cell phone.
A few words about the nuances of choice.
This is the cheapest radio station from China. Of course there are more expensive, branded, powerful, for other uses, for example in the car.
But simple radios, for example, for $ 12 per pair, can always come in handy to establish communications during loading operations, during high-altitude operations, or when installing SCS.
When choosing, pay attention to the range and range of the radio. It makes sense to take two, three, four radios per team, that is, a kit. If you already purchase an existing kit, then pay attention to the range of work (LPD433 / PMR446). It also makes sense to immediately purchase a cable for setting and flashing radios, as well as accessories. For example, for Baofeng, “reinforced” antennas of the type NA-771 come in very handy.
Now in order of popular lots.
1. Not the newest, but the most popular portable radio BAOFENG UV-5R UHF / VHF Walkie Talkie . Inexpensive, dual-band, with a removable antenna and a decent range (3-5 km). There is a display, channel search and so on.
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Frequency range: 136 - 174 MHz (VHF) and 400 - 520 MHz (UHF), 65 - 108 MHz (FM reception only)
Power: 5W
Number of channels: 128
Functions: FM radio, Scan (Search)
Work time: up to 12 hours
Distance: up to 5 km.
Battery: 1800mAh Li-ion
Antenna: 50 ohms.
Usually, a team of several similar radios, reinforced antennas or batteries, if necessary, but the firmware cable should be bought immediately. Included is a wired headset, if desired, you can take the PTT, which is especially convenient in the car.
2. The wearable walkie-talkie from Xiaomi is gaining popularity.
This is Xiaomi Mijia 1S Thin Body Outdoor Walkie Talkie
Specifications:
Brand: Xiaomi
Model: 1S
Color Blue / White
Transmitter power: 0.5W / 3W
Battery: 2190mAh Li-Po
Charging time: 3 hours
Duration of work: talk time 16 hours / standby 5 days
Wireless connection: Bluetooth 4.2
Receive sensitivity: -122dBm (12dB SINAD)
Rated power: 500mW
Display: LED
Public channels (L01-L20): 409MHZ-410MHZ (20 channels)
Remote Channels (H01-H20): 430MHZ-440MHZ (20 channels)
Custom channels (C01-C20): 430MHZ-440MHZ (20 channels)
The radio Xiaomi integrates into the MiHome “smart home” environment, there is a separate application for setting up the radio.
I note the possibility of working with Bluetooth headphones and headsets. The range of work depends on the terrain, 1-2 km.
3. In third place is the “baby” with a modest price and decent performance.
One of the best mini-radio BAOFENG BF - T1 Walkie Talkie (one piece per lot)
And there is an opportunity to buy a set - a pair of pieces BAOFENG BF - T1 (a pair of pieces in a lot)
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Model Number: T1
Feature: Dual Band, Long-lasting Battery Life
Frequency range: 400 - 470MHz
Memory channel: 20
Battery: 1500mAh Li-ion battery (included in package)
Working time: 12h
SNR: more than -45dB / more than -40dB
Main Functions: CTCSS / DCS, FM radio, Monitoring, PC Programmable, VOX
Special function: SOS, LED torch
Earpiece / MIC Type: 3.5mm Y-type
The range of such a “kid” is 1-1.5 km.
4. Modification of the first model, a good radio Baogeng UV-82
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Memory Channels: 128 Channels
Frequency Step: 2.5KHz, 5KHz, 6.25KHz, 10KHz, 12.5KHz, 20KHz, 25KHz
Frequency Stability: 2.5ppm
Main Functions: CTCSS / DCS, FM radio, PC Programmable, PTT ID, Scan, Time-Out Timer (TOT), VOX
Special function: Dual Band
Antenna Impedance: 50ohm
Output Power (high / low): 5W / 1W
Range 2-3 km depending on the area.
5. The budget option is a wearable radio without display BAOFENG BF-888S Walkie Talkie .
In the lot just 2 pieces.
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Model Number: BF-888S
Frequency Bands: UHF
Channels: Under 20 Channel
Frequency Stability: ± 2.5ppm
Feature: Excellent Sound Quality, Long-lasting Battery Life
Main Functions: Busy Channel Lockout (BCL), CTCSS / DCS, English voice prompt, Monitoring, PC Programmable, Scan, Time-Out Timer (TOT), VOX
Special function: Flashlight, Low battery alarm, Over-voltage protection, Low-voltage protection, Compression type, Scrambling function
Operating temperature: -20 degree centigrade to +60 degree centigrade
Antenna Impedance: 50ohm
6. Also an interesting option, a set of two radio stations with extended range.
Pair BAOFENG BF - B2PLUS Portable Wireless Walkie Talkie .
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Model Number: BF - B2PLUS
Frequency range: VHF: 136 - 174MHz (RX / TX); UHF: 400 - 520MHz (RX / TX)
Memory channels: up to 128 channels
Frequency step: 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25KHz
Power: 8W
Voltage: DC 7.4V
Battery: rechargeable 4800mAh Li-ion battery (included in package)
Communication distance: 1 - 15km
Standby time: 3 - 7 days
For comparison, I attach the model UV-5R.
7. Well and finally, a pair of the most budget radios, this is Gocomma 8-channel 2-way Radio Walkie Talkie 2PCS . The modest price and work from simple batteries (or accumulators) AAA type make them almost indispensable for simple work.
Specifications:
Brand: Gocomma
Communication range: 0.5 - 2km (max. 3km open field)
Frequency range: 462 - 467 MHz
Channel: 8
Privacy code: 38
Power: 0.5W
Battery: 4 AAA batteries (not included)
8. At the beginning of the article I talked about accessories.
It makes sense to buy a replacement antenna - long and flexible. In open areas, there is a noticeable increase in radio communication with NAGOYA-NA-771 . Price only $ 2.72
Comfortable Tangent $ 8.29
Cable for firmware and settings BAOFENG USB Programming Cable with Driver CD
For firmware, I recommend the Chirp program, simple and intuitive, works with BAOFENG radio stations.
Thank you for your attention, share your experience with who uses it and how.
These are inexpensive Chinese walkie-talkies such as Baofeng and Xiaomi, as well as accessories.
Greetings to all!
I would like to talk about the most popular wearable radio stations from China, which are suitable both for attacks on nature, and for team games, pokatushek, construction, simple daily tasks, successfully replacing a cell phone.
A few words about the nuances of choice.
This is the cheapest radio station from China. Of course there are more expensive, branded, powerful, for other uses, for example in the car.
But simple radios, for example, for $ 12 per pair, can always come in handy to establish communications during loading operations, during high-altitude operations, or when installing SCS.
When choosing, pay attention to the range and range of the radio. It makes sense to take two, three, four radios per team, that is, a kit. If you already purchase an existing kit, then pay attention to the range of work (LPD433 / PMR446). It also makes sense to immediately purchase a cable for setting and flashing radios, as well as accessories. For example, for Baofeng, “reinforced” antennas of the type NA-771 come in very handy.
Now in order of popular lots.
1. Not the newest, but the most popular portable radio BAOFENG UV-5R UHF / VHF Walkie Talkie . Inexpensive, dual-band, with a removable antenna and a decent range (3-5 km). There is a display, channel search and so on.
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Frequency range: 136 - 174 MHz (VHF) and 400 - 520 MHz (UHF), 65 - 108 MHz (FM reception only)
Power: 5W
Number of channels: 128
Functions: FM radio, Scan (Search)
Work time: up to 12 hours
Distance: up to 5 km.
Battery: 1800mAh Li-ion
Antenna: 50 ohms.
Usually, a team of several similar radios, reinforced antennas or batteries, if necessary, but the firmware cable should be bought immediately. Included is a wired headset, if desired, you can take the PTT, which is especially convenient in the car.
2. The wearable walkie-talkie from Xiaomi is gaining popularity.
This is Xiaomi Mijia 1S Thin Body Outdoor Walkie Talkie
Specifications:
Brand: Xiaomi
Model: 1S
Color Blue / White
Transmitter power: 0.5W / 3W
Battery: 2190mAh Li-Po
Charging time: 3 hours
Duration of work: talk time 16 hours / standby 5 days
Wireless connection: Bluetooth 4.2
Receive sensitivity: -122dBm (12dB SINAD)
Rated power: 500mW
Display: LED
Public channels (L01-L20): 409MHZ-410MHZ (20 channels)
Remote Channels (H01-H20): 430MHZ-440MHZ (20 channels)
Custom channels (C01-C20): 430MHZ-440MHZ (20 channels)
The radio Xiaomi integrates into the MiHome “smart home” environment, there is a separate application for setting up the radio.
I note the possibility of working with Bluetooth headphones and headsets. The range of work depends on the terrain, 1-2 km.
3. In third place is the “baby” with a modest price and decent performance.
One of the best mini-radio BAOFENG BF - T1 Walkie Talkie (one piece per lot)
And there is an opportunity to buy a set - a pair of pieces BAOFENG BF - T1 (a pair of pieces in a lot)
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Model Number: T1
Feature: Dual Band, Long-lasting Battery Life
Frequency range: 400 - 470MHz
Memory channel: 20
Battery: 1500mAh Li-ion battery (included in package)
Working time: 12h
SNR: more than -45dB / more than -40dB
Main Functions: CTCSS / DCS, FM radio, Monitoring, PC Programmable, VOX
Special function: SOS, LED torch
Earpiece / MIC Type: 3.5mm Y-type
The range of such a “kid” is 1-1.5 km.
4. Modification of the first model, a good radio Baogeng UV-82
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Memory Channels: 128 Channels
Frequency Step: 2.5KHz, 5KHz, 6.25KHz, 10KHz, 12.5KHz, 20KHz, 25KHz
Frequency Stability: 2.5ppm
Main Functions: CTCSS / DCS, FM radio, PC Programmable, PTT ID, Scan, Time-Out Timer (TOT), VOX
Special function: Dual Band
Antenna Impedance: 50ohm
Output Power (high / low): 5W / 1W
Range 2-3 km depending on the area.
5. The budget option is a wearable radio without display BAOFENG BF-888S Walkie Talkie .
In the lot just 2 pieces.
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Model Number: BF-888S
Frequency Bands: UHF
Channels: Under 20 Channel
Frequency Stability: ± 2.5ppm
Feature: Excellent Sound Quality, Long-lasting Battery Life
Main Functions: Busy Channel Lockout (BCL), CTCSS / DCS, English voice prompt, Monitoring, PC Programmable, Scan, Time-Out Timer (TOT), VOX
Special function: Flashlight, Low battery alarm, Over-voltage protection, Low-voltage protection, Compression type, Scrambling function
Operating temperature: -20 degree centigrade to +60 degree centigrade
Antenna Impedance: 50ohm
6. Also an interesting option, a set of two radio stations with extended range.
Pair BAOFENG BF - B2PLUS Portable Wireless Walkie Talkie .
Specifications:
Brand: Baofeng
Model Number: BF - B2PLUS
Frequency range: VHF: 136 - 174MHz (RX / TX); UHF: 400 - 520MHz (RX / TX)
Memory channels: up to 128 channels
Frequency step: 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25KHz
Power: 8W
Voltage: DC 7.4V
Battery: rechargeable 4800mAh Li-ion battery (included in package)
Communication distance: 1 - 15km
Standby time: 3 - 7 days
For comparison, I attach the model UV-5R.
7. Well and finally, a pair of the most budget radios, this is Gocomma 8-channel 2-way Radio Walkie Talkie 2PCS . The modest price and work from simple batteries (or accumulators) AAA type make them almost indispensable for simple work.
Specifications:
Brand: Gocomma
Communication range: 0.5 - 2km (max. 3km open field)
Frequency range: 462 - 467 MHz
Channel: 8
Privacy code: 38
Power: 0.5W
Battery: 4 AAA batteries (not included)
8. At the beginning of the article I talked about accessories.
It makes sense to buy a replacement antenna - long and flexible. In open areas, there is a noticeable increase in radio communication with NAGOYA-NA-771 . Price only $ 2.72
Comfortable Tangent $ 8.29
Cable for firmware and settings BAOFENG USB Programming Cable with Driver CD
For firmware, I recommend the Chirp program, simple and intuitive, works with BAOFENG radio stations.
Thank you for your attention, share your experience with who uses it and how.
Source: https://habr.com/ru/post/437900/