# General Discussion **URL:** https://www.twowayradioforum.com/c/general-discussion/9.md?page=3 [Latest](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/categories.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [what type of 2 way radio](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-type-of-2-way-radio/12428)
**Author:** [@pilot199](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/pilot199)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2024, 3:16pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-type-of-2-way-radio/12428 "2024-12-14T15:16:46Z")
I’ve used marine band VHF over the last 34 yrs. in the commercial marine industry. I have farm property out of state & would like to know what exists out there that could transmit approx. 500 miles to communicate with my… --- ## [Old, but new Motorolas](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/old-but-new-motorolas/12417)
**Author:** [@paulears](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/paulears)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 9, 2024, 6:49pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/old-but-new-motorolas/12417 "2024-12-09T18:49:24Z")
Just a word of warning - one of my Chinese suppliers tells me a large number of old Motorola radios are now available. It seems they are EP300 series, in the no button, some buttons and lots of button versions. When they… --- ## [The Differences Between FRS and GMRS](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/the-differences-between-frs-and-gmrs/12414)
**Author:** [@Rick](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Rick)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 5, 2024, 5:40pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/the-differences-between-frs-and-gmrs/12414 "2024-12-05T17:40:10Z")
In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains the 5 primary differences between these two radio services and the radios that use them. --- ## [What are the differences between part 15,part 90 and part 95 walkie talkies, anyone know the answer?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-are-the-differences-between-part-15part-90-and-part-95-walkie-talkies-anyone-know-the-answer/12388)
**Author:** [@SAMCOM](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/SAMCOM)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2024, 2:15am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-are-the-differences-between-part-15part-90-and-part-95-walkie-talkies-anyone-know-the-answer/12388 "2024-11-28T02:15:39Z")
I don’t know how to define Part 15, Part 90, and Part 95 walkie talkie. Does anyone know the differences? Can a Part 15/Part 90 radio has a removable antenna? So far, I understand a Part 95 radio should be installed with… --- ## [What is SWR on a Two Way Radio?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-is-swr-on-a-two-way-radio/12391)
**Author:** [@Rick](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Rick)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2024, 4:50pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-is-swr-on-a-two-way-radio/12391 "2024-11-27T16:50:22Z")
In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what SWR means and how important it is in the operation of a two way radio. --- ## [What is Reverse Frequency?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-is-reverse-frequency/12377)
**Author:** [@Rick](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Rick)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2024, 10:45pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-is-reverse-frequency/12377 "2024-11-20T22:45:52Z")
In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what a reverse frequency is and how to use it properly on a two way radio. --- ## [Home brew dipole antenna help](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/home-brew-dipole-antenna-help/9338)
**Author:** [@combeske](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/combeske)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 15, 2024, 2:17pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/home-brew-dipole-antenna-help/9338 "2024-11-15T14:17:22Z")
Hi All, I ran into a strange issue that I’d like to throw out there and see if you’ve seen this before. I built a dipole antenna for GMRS/FRS to attach to the house. I checked SWR and got it tuned to 1.01 I checked it… --- ## [Can you get 449 on baofeng uv 5r](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/can-you-get-449-on-baofeng-uv-5r/12360)
**Author:** [@Toby\_Penton](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Toby_Penton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2024, 8:17am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/can-you-get-449-on-baofeng-uv-5r/12360 "2024-11-14T08:17:56Z")
I am new to this group so go easy on me if i habe done this wrong We brouht few Baofeng uv 5r radios to try and run with are large number of mitex hand held radio what are running on 449(yes we have a license) i am … --- ## [What are Split Tones?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-are-split-tones/12369)
**Author:** [@Rick](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Rick)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 13, 2024, 3:24pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-are-split-tones/12369 "2024-11-13T15:24:39Z")
In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what split tones are and how they help a two way radio communicate with a repeater. --- ## [Colombian mountains radio](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/colombian-mountains-radio/12326)
**Author:** [@willie72](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/willie72)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2024, 4:20pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/colombian-mountains-radio/12326 "2024-10-28T16:20:54Z")
I’m traveling to Colombia , south America, will be hiking through mountains, there will be three different groups, taking different routes, all within 10 mile range and separated by mountains. Which radios should I cons… --- ## [What is a Repeater?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-is-a-repeater/12327)
**Author:** [@Rick](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Rick)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2024, 1:28pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/what-is-a-repeater/12327 "2024-10-28T13:28:47Z")
In this episode of Radio 101, Tommy explains what a radio repeater is and how it can extend the range of your two way radios. --- ## [Height vs. signal loss](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/height-vs-signal-loss/12257)
**Author:** [@Cornstar](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Cornstar)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2024, 10:51am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/height-vs-signal-loss/12257 "2024-10-28T10:51:47Z")
I have a 70 foot antenna structure that I removed from another farm years ago. Was toying with the idea of putting it up now. The antenna can mount on top of this, or anywhere up and down the structure. With this bein… --- ## [Antenna cable needed to run 150'](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/antenna-cable-needed-to-run-150/12295)
**Author:** [@Markus777](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Markus777)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 15, 2024, 3:54pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/antenna-cable-needed-to-run-150/12295 "2024-10-15T15:54:29Z")
I will be installing a GMRS J Pole antenna on one of my trees. The total cable run to my 50 watt base radio will be 150’. I am afraid LMR-400 will be inadequate. Any suggestions to what cable I should use and where to pu… --- ## [Knowledge Quest](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/knowledge-quest/11615)
**Author:** [@Tquoosa1](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Tquoosa1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2024, 1:25pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/knowledge-quest/11615 "2024-10-07T13:25:05Z")
New to learning about radio communication. I’m trying to find out what setup I would need to establish communication with my mom, who lives 50 miles away from me in Florida, in the case of a SHTF scenario. I have been on… --- ## [Verizon down in our area](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/verizon-down-in-our-area/12273)
**Author:** [@ipokebadgers](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/ipokebadgers)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2024, 3:05pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/verizon-down-in-our-area/12273 "2024-10-06T15:05:30Z")
Verizon is down in our area. We are using GMRS to stay in contact when out of the house. Glad we have the radios. --- ## [How can you tell the differents on vhf and uhf motorola with the model #](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/how-can-you-tell-the-differents-on-vhf-and-uhf-motorola-with-the-model/12271)
**Author:** [@Matthew\_Norton](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Matthew_Norton)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2024, 1:27pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/how-can-you-tell-the-differents-on-vhf-and-uhf-motorola-with-the-model/12271 "2024-09-30T13:27:19Z")
How am i able to i.d. the old motorola radio from uhf and vhf i am looking to get uhf that have a special band of 462 to 467 mhz tucked in between the uhf band all old motorola radios have long alpha numerics how can you… --- ## [Amateur Radio in Disaster Relief - New Zealand](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/amateur-radio-in-disaster-relief-new-zealand/12253)
**Author:** [@PhilH](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/PhilH)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 24, 2024, 8:15am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/amateur-radio-in-disaster-relief-new-zealand/12253 "2024-09-24T08:15:16Z")
Amateur Radio in Disaster Relief - New Zealand As I write this post I am aware that it may get some mixed reactions, but its main intent is to get some ideas and advice on how to tackle a problem I am having here in New … --- ## ["All Call" on Motorola GP360](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/all-call-on-motorola-gp360/12252)
**Author:** [@Riven](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Riven)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 23, 2024, 1:13pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/all-call-on-motorola-gp360/12252 "2024-09-23T13:13:46Z")
Hi, Apologies if this is the wrong forum but “it didn’t seem to fit anywhere else” Based in the UK running a show using a bunch of old Motorola GP360’s where we need to be able to speak to individual users which is eas… --- ## [Hytera hp505 bluetooth](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/hytera-hp505-bluetooth/12189)
**Author:** [@Ivor](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Ivor)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2024, 11:16am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/hytera-hp505-bluetooth/12189 "2024-09-16T11:16:04Z")
hey everyone , im hoping someone can help as ive had no replies from Hytera at all !!! ( typical) ive 2 brand new hyters hp505 radios which going by their website are bluetooth ready . Im using the correct CPS for the … --- ## [2TS codes for Storm Siren](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/2ts-codes-for-storm-siren/11258)
**Author:** [@Vincent\_King](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Vincent_King)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 5, 2024, 5:47pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/2ts-codes-for-storm-siren/11258 "2024-09-05T17:47:15Z")
Anyone have any experience with 2TS codes? Our Station siren is setup with this system and is currently having issues. It is setup up as follows. I do not have much experience with the 2TS codes. 2TS CODE A 378.6. 2TS … --- ## [Best hunting, woods scenario](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/best-hunting-woods-scenario/11694)
**Author:** [@fasterem](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/fasterem)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2024, 10:46pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/best-hunting-woods-scenario/11694 "2024-08-15T22:46:58Z")
I’m looking for long distance two-way radio in a Woods situation, my hunting partner has no cell service so its hard to communicate… any direction on a good two way radio would be much appreciated --- ## [Nagoya 771 antenna](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/nagoya-771-antenna/11224)
**Author:** [@WRYU316](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/WRYU316)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2024, 7:41am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/nagoya-771-antenna/11224 "2024-08-14T07:41:32Z")
I’m hearing that Nagoya will be discontinuing the 771, any truth to this? --- ## [Frequency steps Baofeng](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/frequency-steps-baofeng/11676)
**Author:** [@Norsie](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Norsie)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2024, 10:43am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/frequency-steps-baofeng/11676 "2024-08-11T10:43:28Z")
Hello, long time lurker, first time poster here. I have several Baofeng radios (UV-XR, UV-5X, AR-5RM and then some others) My problem is at work we use some preprogrammed uhf radios that are in xxx.59925 mhz for exampl… --- ## [One of my Cobra Micro talks won't turn on?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/one-of-my-cobra-micro-talks-wont-turn-on/11678)
**Author:** [@Blaisen1](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Blaisen1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2024, 1:49pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/one-of-my-cobra-micro-talks-wont-turn-on/11678 "2024-08-09T13:49:53Z")
I recently acquired a pair of Cobra walkie talkies model GA-CC. Only one of them works. When I place them on the charging base two red lights light up but the side I put the one on that doesn’t work the red light is dimm… --- ## [How to install a walkie talkie mount](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/how-to-install-a-walkie-talkie-mount/11672)
**Author:** [@Hunter-Jackson](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Hunter-Jackson)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2024, 5:31am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/how-to-install-a-walkie-talkie-mount/11672 "2024-08-08T05:31:22Z")
I want to find some kind of clip, strap, pouch, holder or bracket that can install a walkie talkie style radio like my k5 quansheng or similar for cheap. I want to install on a horse. I used a small leather strap but alt… --- ## [Bofeng 2 way radio](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/bofeng-2-way-radio/11671)
**Author:** [@JCROW85](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/JCROW85)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2024, 6:53am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/bofeng-2-way-radio/11671 "2024-08-06T06:53:07Z")
I just picked up the Bofeng UV-5RH, But I have plenty of the UV-5R, But I am having a problem because when I use my UV 5R radio, I can hear Over my UV5RH, But the downfall is when I try to communicate back from the U… --- ## [Could Someone Give me Advice on Best Two Way Radios for Outdoor Activities?](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/could-someone-give-me-advice-on-best-two-way-radios-for-outdoor-activities/11655)
**Author:** [@SamZ](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/SamZ)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2024, 7:01am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/could-someone-give-me-advice-on-best-two-way-radios-for-outdoor-activities/11655 "2024-08-03T07:01:52Z")
Hello there, I am reaching out to get some recommendations on two way radios for outdoor activities. I have been planning a few hiking and camping trips with friends; and we need a reliable way to stay in touch. I have … --- ## [Vertex 4 channel repeaters](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/vertex-4-channel-repeaters/10725)
**Author:** [@Ridgerat007](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Ridgerat007)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2024, 1:27pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/vertex-4-channel-repeaters/10725 "2024-07-29T13:27:36Z")
After many many hours of looking into these (being completly green) I’m not really sure of their use today being older or what they might be worth. Im hoping you all can provide some insight. I have 2 full sets in the en… --- ## [Repeater antenna distance](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/repeater-antenna-distance/11601)
**Author:** [@James1059](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/James1059)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2024, 6:46am UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/repeater-antenna-distance/11601 "2024-07-16T06:46:33Z")
I’m using two Wouxun G1000- Plus radios for my repeater setup with a duplexer. What I would like to do is increase my output by using 2 antennas. What is the minimum distances between the antennas? Both will be at 40ft… --- ## [Wouxun Won't Connect To Radio](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/wouxun-wont-connect-to-radio/10829)
**Author:** [@Hawkeye67](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/u/Hawkeye67)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2024, 6:45pm UTC](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/t/wouxun-wont-connect-to-radio/10829 "2024-07-13T18:45:56Z")
To save time, I just copied this from another site I posted it on. I downloaded the correct driver (I hope) from the Wouxun web page, but I keep getting this error message when I turn on the radio (Wouxun KG-UV9PX… [Previous page](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/c/general-discussion/9.md?page=2) [Next page](https://www.twowayradioforum.com/c/general-discussion/9.md?page=4)