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Just ordered a used PD782 U2

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razorseal

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Hey guys,

Ordered a used PD782 U2 on ebay... hopefully not a dud.

I couldn't figure out what the difference between a U1 or a U2 is though. Can anyone chime in?

Also, Is there a place I can look up codeplugs for my area?

Lastly, I'd really like to utilize the roaming feature. How do I make that work?

I got alot of learning to do. This DMR is confusing to understand. Especially when I don't have a radio lol
 

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Post #4 in the other thread you just posted in has the answer:

U1 400-450 / U2 450-520)

Considering the 70cm ham band is 420 to 450 MHz, you may have a problem unless you are only going to use it for commercial frequencies.
 

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Post #4 in the other thread you just posted in has the answer:

U1 400-450 / U2 450-520)

Considering the 70cm ham band is 420 to 450 MHz, you may have a problem unless you are only going to use it for commercial frequencies.

Oh just great.... Justtttt great...

Sounds like I'm out of luck on this one huh... I assume there's no way to change that band
 

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Well, I've bought a few 'pigs in a poke' myself, so I do understand the frustration when things go pear-shaped.
 
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