bearcatrp
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Would be nice if all 3 vfo’s can scan simultaneously. Have heard previous versions can do this. The 950 pro cannot do this.
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Radtel RT-1000Pro
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bearcatrp
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$189 for this puppy. Says triple band monitor. Not sure if that means all 3 vfo's can scan at same time. Will wait for someone to buy it and confirm. The web site has all the specs now.
Paco-Jerte
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yikes I will be passing on this one. The 950 Pro and the Quansheng's will do for now hehe.
Just got the XHDATA R-108 radio and its great with aviation monitoring which is why I got this for.
AB5ID
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I can't pay that much for a budget radio unless I know everything is going to work out of the box.
Radtel's website shows the price being reduced from $299 to $189. Is that just the age-old marketing ploy of show an inflated high initial price and then mark it down to something lower?
Website also shows that this radio is "Sold Out" while also stating "15 sold in last 35 hours". Did I just catch their website at a bad time? <snark>
There are three reviews on their website. All 5 stars. One from a guy who says "I hope it comes out soon". So, that review can be discounted because the guy doesn't own the radio. Another useful review from a guy who says "HOLY BALLS!!". And, the third review says "I can't not wait for it to come out". Aside from the double negative, this is another guy who doesn't own the radio. Yet, all three reviews are "verified". Verified to be what? Certainly not verified purchasers. Maybe verified fan-bois. Or, maybe, verified AI-generated reviews slapped onto the website by their web editor.
More observations of Radtel's website: First slide says "Multi-band Professional Two-way Radio" and "Your compass, your comms, your lifeline." Your lifeline? Really? Another slide misspells the word "Inteligent". How ironic. In an image touting Shortwave Receive, there's a satellite dish in the background.
Looking around the Internet, there's a post about the radio in the Facebook doomsday radio preppers group where the poster says "Still a cool radio." Ok, helpful. Another commenter in the group says airband is receive only. And, there's a YouTube video from my ever-favorite M0FXB who never saw a press release or cut sheet that he couldn't read.
Still no FCC ID.
What a load of
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P.S. The keypad is laid out with the "0" key to the right of the "6" key instead of below the "8" key where it belongs. A pet peeve of mine.
Website also shows that this radio is "Sold Out" while also stating "15 sold in last 35 hours". Did I just catch their website at a bad time? <snark>
There are three reviews on their website. All 5 stars. One from a guy who says "I hope it comes out soon". So, that review can be discounted because the guy doesn't own the radio. Another useful review from a guy who says "HOLY BALLS!!". And, the third review says "I can't not wait for it to come out". Aside from the double negative, this is another guy who doesn't own the radio. Yet, all three reviews are "verified". Verified to be what? Certainly not verified purchasers. Maybe verified fan-bois. Or, maybe, verified AI-generated reviews slapped onto the website by their web editor.
More observations of Radtel's website: First slide says "Multi-band Professional Two-way Radio" and "Your compass, your comms, your lifeline." Your lifeline? Really? Another slide misspells the word "Inteligent". How ironic. In an image touting Shortwave Receive, there's a satellite dish in the background.
Looking around the Internet, there's a post about the radio in the Facebook doomsday radio preppers group where the poster says "Still a cool radio." Ok, helpful. Another commenter in the group says airband is receive only. And, there's a YouTube video from my ever-favorite M0FXB who never saw a press release or cut sheet that he couldn't read.
Still no FCC ID.
What a load of
.P.S. The keypad is laid out with the "0" key to the right of the "6" key instead of below the "8" key where it belongs. A pet peeve of mine.
I'll definitely wait for that price to come down, and for some trusted reviews.
I noticed something on my 950 the other day, and it brings up some questions. There's no type acceptance of any kind for the 950, but on the back is this:
Is that a legit FCC restriction, and if so, would that make it unusable for amateur transmissions? Or any transmitting at all? 🤔
I noticed something on my 950 the other day, and it brings up some questions. There's no type acceptance of any kind for the 950, but on the back is this:
Is that a legit FCC restriction, and if so, would that make it unusable for amateur transmissions? Or any transmitting at all? 🤔
bearcatrp
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Only way I would consider purchasing is IF the 3 VFO's can scan at the same time. If these things are not FCC certified, how are they making it in the country? Is customs not doing there job?
I've taken the RT950 conversation to this thread: Radtel RT-950 FCC restrictions
bearcatrp
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Sent Radtel a email to see about the 3 vfo’s scanning simultaneously. Will post the response.
bearcatrp
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No reply yet. Those with the 880, does all 3 vfo's scan simultaneously? The 950 pro will only scan 1 vfo at a time.
bearcatrp
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Just got a email back. No simultaneous scanning on the 1000 pro.
bearcatrp
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Did some searching online for more info on this radio. One post stated it will not transmit on SSB. Hope this isn’t the case but if it is, won’t even consider this radio.
I seriously doubt that it will transmit SSB. That's another size and price jump, and may not be doable from HF to UHF within those constraints. The "handheld" radios that transmit on sideband are HF or HF + 6 meters only.
AB5ID
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Does anyone know what method the Quansheng UV-K5 uses to generate DSB transmit when using custom firmware?
bearcatrp
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I would want to talk on cb SSB.
Look at the President Randy v2. Probably your best alternative in a true handheld with decent SSB Tx performance.
The step up from there that gives you real SSB at 27 MHz are ones like the Elecraft, Lab599, and Xiegu models. Higher price points, but higher performance as well.
The step up from there that gives you real SSB at 27 MHz are ones like the Elecraft, Lab599, and Xiegu models. Higher price points, but higher performance as well.
bearcatrp
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I have the president Randy 1. Number 2 brought in FM. Number 3 has ctcss. None off SSB. Had a Cherokee many years ago that had SSB. Great cb. Not sure but think midland offers one similar.
Paco-Jerte
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Posted at Radtel
Important Order Notice for All Buyers
Important Order Notice for All Buyers
- Air Band Transmission Regulation
By default, the air band transmit function is disabled at factory. Do not transmit on any air band frequency if you do not hold a valid aviation band operating license. If you possess a legitimate license, please send a copy of your license via email to info@radtel.com. We will provide you with the exclusive combination keys and access password to activate the air band transmit function. - AM Transmit & Receive Frequency Range
26MHz–32MHz / 108MHz–136MHz
- The AM transmit and receive function is an auxiliary function reserved for amateur radio enthusiasts for communication and testing purposes only. It is suitable for flight training, backup communication, and ground support use. This device is not intended to be used as part of aircraft airworthiness systems.This function is deemed fully functional as long as the voice audio is clear and intelligible. It is not comparable with professional CB radios or dedicated aviation radios in terms of technical parameters, performance indicators and professional specifications.
