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{{Short description|Handheld radio manufactured by Baofeng}} |
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[[File:Baofeng UV-5R transceiver 5.jpg|thumb|left|Baofeng UV-5R transceiver basic model]] |
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! colspan="2" | Baofeng UV-5R |
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| [[Frequency band|Frequency range]] |
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| 136-174 [[MHz]]<br>400-520 MHz |
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| Frequency steps |
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| 6,25 kHz and 12,5 kHz |
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| [[Transmitter power output]] |
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| 5 W [[Peak envelope power|PEP]] |
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| [[Waveform]]s (Modulations) |
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| [[FM broadcasting|FM]]<br> |
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| [[modulation rate]] |
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| Power input |
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| Receiver only 20 mA, Transmitter 1 A max. |
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| Operating voltage |
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| 6,5 - 9 [[Volt|V]], [[Nominal voltage]] 7,2 V |
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| 140 mm |
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| Width |
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| 70 mm |
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| Depth |
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| 30 mm |
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| Weight |
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| ca. 400 Gramm |
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! colspan="2" style="text-align:left; font-weight:normal; background:#bbd;" | Further informations |
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| Producer |
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| [[Baofeng]] |
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| Scope of application |
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| [[radio amateurs]], (semi-) professional users |
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The '''Baofeng UV-5R''' is a hand held radio of the [[China|Chinese]] manufacturer [[BaoFeng|Baofeng]]. This model was the first worldwide successful distributed Duoband radio (VHF/VHF) of a [[Industry of China|Chinese brand]]. Because of its inexpensive and relatively simplicity it is used by [[Amateur radio operator|radio amateurs]] as well as professional users worldwide.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Joe |date=2020-03-02 |title=5 Best BaoFeng Two Way Radios (Reviews Updated 2022) |url=https://www.cwtouchkeyer.com/best-baofeng-two-way-radios/ |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=CW Touch Keyer |language=en-us}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Official |first=Tidradio {{!}} |title=Great alternatives to the Baofeng UV-5R |url=https://hamradiomall.com/blogs/news/great-alternatives-to-the-baofeng-uv-5r |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=Tidradio {{!}} Official |language=en}}</ref> |
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== History == |
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Baofeng UV-5R is produced since 2012 and exported worldwide. The radio had no Part 95 certification in the [[United States]]. As a result, it was not authorized for use in the [[General Mobile Radio Service|GMRS]] and [[Family Radio Service|FRS]], only for amateur radio.<ref>{{Cite web |title=FCC Cites Baofeng Importer for Illegally Marketing Unauthorized RF Devices |url=http://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-cites-baofeng-importer-for-illegally-marketing-unauthorized-rf-devices |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=www.arrl.org |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=10 Best Baofeng Radio Reviews 2022 – Buying Guide |url=https://www.palmgear.com/best-baofeng-radio-reviews/ |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=PalmGear |language=en}}</ref> Based on the UV-5R Baofeng launched a number of other models since 2012. Other radios from other Chinese manufacturers have mainly the same range of functions, specs and menu like the UV-5R, for example the [[Retevis]] RT5.<ref>{{Cite web |last=AmazonUS |date=2018-11-15 |title=The difference between Retevis RT5 and BfUV-5R |url=https://www.twowayradiocommunity.com/the-difference-between-and-baofeng-uv-5r/ |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=Two Way Radio Community |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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The model variant Baofeng UV5R HT may no longer be sold, distributed or used in [[Germany]] since November 24th, 2021. The sale, use and distribution has been prohibited in Switzerland since 2019. The German [[Federal Network Agency]] has banned the device because it dampens [[Harmonics (electrical power)|harmonics]] too poorly and can therefore disturb other users.<ref>https://www.radiobunker.de/archive/1458?v=3a52f3c22ed6</ref> |
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Media reports claim that parts of the [[Russian Armed Forces|Russian forces]] use UV-5R-technology based models of Baofeng for unencrypted near-field communication at the [[2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine|war in Ukraine]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2022-03-02 |title=Twitter posts show Russian forces in Ukraine lack basic tools, use civilian radios |url=https://www.businesstoday.in/latest/trends/story/twitter-posts-show-russian-forces-in-ukraine-lack-basic-tools-use-civilian-radios-324499-2022-03-02 |access-date=2022-07-15 |website=Business Today |language=en}}</ref> |
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==Features== |
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It is designed to transmit on the 2 meter band between 136 and 174 MHz (VHF) and on the 70 Centimeter-band between 400 and 520 MHz (UHF). Features include [[CTCSS]], [[Digital coded squelch|Digital Coded Squelch]], 128 programming channels<ref>{{Cite web |title=Best Bug Out Radio |url=https://pcboomradio.com/best-bug-out-radio/ |access-date=2022-07-16 |language=en-US}}</ref> and duplex operation for use with local repeaters, dual watch and dual reception, an LED flashlight, voice prompts in either English or Chinese and programmable LED lighting for the LCD display.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Résilient |first=Le |date=2019-02-03 |title=BaoFeng UV-5R - Prise en main et configuration |url=https://www.la-resilience.fr/2019/02/baofeng-uv-5r-prise-en-main-et-configuration/ |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=La résilience |language=fr-FR}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=JR |date=2018-06-05 |title=List of Common Radio Frequencies for the Baofeng UV-5R |url=https://1776patriotusa.com/list-of-common-radio-frequencies-for-the-baofeng-uv-5r/ |access-date=2022-07-16 |website=1776PatriotUSA.com |language=en-US}}</ref> |
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==See also== |
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[[Category:Amateur radio transceivers]] |
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== References == |
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{{Reflist}} |
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Revision as of 14:35, 20 July 2022
| Baofeng UV-5R | |
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| Technical Data | |
| Frequency range | 136-174 MHz 400-520 MHz |
| Frequency steps | 6,25 kHz and 12,5 kHz |
| Transmitter power output | 5 W PEP |
| Waveforms (Modulations) | FM |
| modulation rate | |
| Power input | Receiver only 20 mA, Transmitter 1 A max. |
| Operating voltage | 6,5 - 9 V, Nominal voltage 7,2 V |
| Measurements and Weight | |
| High | 140 mm |
| Width | 70 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm |
| Weight | ca. 400 Gramm |
| Further informations | |
| Producer | Baofeng |
| Scope of application | radio amateurs, (semi-) professional users |
The Baofeng UV-5R is a hand held radio of the Chinese manufacturer Baofeng. This model was the first worldwide successful distributed Duoband radio (VHF/VHF) of a Chinese brand. Because of its inexpensive and relatively simplicity it is used by radio amateurs as well as professional users worldwide.[1][2]
History
Baofeng UV-5R is produced since 2012 and exported worldwide. The radio had no Part 95 certification in the United States. As a result, it was not authorized for use in the GMRS and FRS, only for amateur radio.[3][4] Based on the UV-5R Baofeng launched a number of other models since 2012. Other radios from other Chinese manufacturers have mainly the same range of functions, specs and menu like the UV-5R, for example the Retevis RT5.[5]
The model variant Baofeng UV5R HT may no longer be sold, distributed or used in Germany since November 24th, 2021. The sale, use and distribution has been prohibited in Switzerland since 2019. The German Federal Network Agency has banned the device because it dampens harmonics too poorly and can therefore disturb other users.[6]
Media reports claim that parts of the Russian forces use UV-5R-technology based models of Baofeng for unencrypted near-field communication at the war in Ukraine.[7]
Features
It is designed to transmit on the 2 meter band between 136 and 174 MHz (VHF) and on the 70 Centimeter-band between 400 and 520 MHz (UHF). Features include CTCSS, Digital Coded Squelch, 128 programming channels[8] and duplex operation for use with local repeaters, dual watch and dual reception, an LED flashlight, voice prompts in either English or Chinese and programmable LED lighting for the LCD display.[9][10]
See also
List of amateur radio transceivers#UV-5R
References
- ^ Joe (2020-03-02). "5 Best BaoFeng Two Way Radios (Reviews Updated 2022)". CW Touch Keyer. Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ Official, Tidradio |. "Great alternatives to the Baofeng UV-5R". Tidradio | Official. Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ "FCC Cites Baofeng Importer for Illegally Marketing Unauthorized RF Devices". www.arrl.org. Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ "10 Best Baofeng Radio Reviews 2022 – Buying Guide". PalmGear. Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ AmazonUS (2018-11-15). "The difference between Retevis RT5 and BfUV-5R". Two Way Radio Community. Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ https://www.radiobunker.de/archive/1458?v=3a52f3c22ed6
- ^ "Twitter posts show Russian forces in Ukraine lack basic tools, use civilian radios". Business Today. 2022-03-02. Retrieved 2022-07-15.
- ^ "Best Bug Out Radio". Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ Résilient, Le (2019-02-03). "BaoFeng UV-5R - Prise en main et configuration". La résilience (in French). Retrieved 2022-07-16.
- ^ JR (2018-06-05). "List of Common Radio Frequencies for the Baofeng UV-5R". 1776PatriotUSA.com. Retrieved 2022-07-16.