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G4 vs. G5

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radio3353

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Other than the additional band, is there any other difference between the G4 and G5?

I have other radios that can handle anything other than simulcast systems, so I don't see the advantage for me of paying for the additional band on the G5. But, I just want to be sure there are no other differences between the G4 and G5. Simulcast is big in my area and Unication appears to be the best solution today. The Unidens and Whistlers are junk for my location.

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OK. Thank you for the replies, but none of the above apply. I really just want to know if there is a difference between the G4 and G5 other than dual band on the G5. All simulcast systems here are in the 700-800 MHZ range.

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OK. Thank you for the replies, but none of the above apply. I really just want to know if there is a difference between the G4 and G5 other than dual band on the G5. All simulcast systems here are in the 700-800 MHZ range.

Thanks.

No. The G5 adds either vhf or uhf. Otherwise it's a G4.
 
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