gtaman
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AFAIK They do. They say it’s compatible with Motorola.
I have not tested it yet or programmed a key.
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So, is the BKR9000 really vapourware?
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AFAIK They do. They say it’s compatible with Motorola.
I have not tested it yet or programmed a key.
Hopefully they will refile the FCC certifications to include 700 P25 waveforms, otherwise there could be some regulatory issues in store for using non Part 90 certificated equipment on 700 MHz TRSs.
I tried to order a P400 or P500 and was told they were discontinued in favor of BKR9000. Anyone know where to find a P400 or P500? There's an interesting clause in my internal policy that any new employee must be issued new equipment and for the purposes of that subsection new is defined as never being in our inventory. I'm awaiting an answer, but the way I read it that means I could issue a demo or pre-owned since it's never been in inventory until BKR9000's are available. At least I'm hoping..
Any predictions on whether the 2 weeks + lead time comment holds? Problem is that could turn into 2 weeks + 6mos or more lead time.
Any predictions on whether the 2 weeks + lead time comment holds? Problem is that could turn into 2 weeks + 6mos or more lead time.
gtaman
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Go to the BK website and look at dealers in your state. You should be able to call around and find a dealer with one on hand. 49er or BKRadios may have some in stock.
Correction, 49er may have one, but with the price of BKR9000 yet to be known may just wait. I've got an ETP (exception to policy) authorization now that will temporarily allow an office guy to give his radio to a field operator and the paper pusher will just have a mobile in vehicle. The building has radios inside so he doesn't need to carry portable with him.
So to answer some of the multitude of questions.....
Yes the KNG line has been discontinued. I would say to get the BKR9000 a good push. All the available options are mentioned in the brochure. I am getting my demo units basically in Feb of 2023.
Yes the format LOOKS similar to the OTHER companies radio, BK has brought in 12 engineers from the OTHER company, so why reinvent the wheel so to speak.
Dealers may have KNG products on their shelves (I have some used P800's, no P400's) you will have to check on your own.
Hope this helps and I cant wait for the late Christmas presents!!
Yes the KNG line has been discontinued. I would say to get the BKR9000 a good push. All the available options are mentioned in the brochure. I am getting my demo units basically in Feb of 2023.
Yes the format LOOKS similar to the OTHER companies radio, BK has brought in 12 engineers from the OTHER company, so why reinvent the wheel so to speak.
Dealers may have KNG products on their shelves (I have some used P800's, no P400's) you will have to check on your own.
Hope this helps and I cant wait for the late Christmas presents!!
Are we all just going to gloss over the fact that the radio is illegal to operate on 700 MHz in its current FCC Part 90 certification? ok. ill shut up about it.
mmckenna
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"Real" fire crews only use VHF analog.
But someone requires super duper P25 phase 2 trunked all band LTE/WiFi budget buster radios. Just in case the interior attack crew needs to talk to the garbage truck driver 3 counties over.
Low Band all day! hahaha
ScannerDude244
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I wonder if Calfire upgrades would they go full mutli band or dual band for the new cris system. Their were talking about law enforcement side to be on the system.
mmckenna
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ScannerDude244
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I would definitely appreciate in-depth reviews and detailed comparisons against the XL-200, APX 7/8000's etc, by people who've had a chance to try them out for a while in various environments (i.e. SAR missions, wildland fires, urban structure fire calls etc). One would hope they start sending out units to be demo'd by people in a position to do this.
gtaman
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Anyone able to get an accurate MSRP on it currently? I have not tried calling my dealers yet. I may email BK for a price sheet.
Why do you say it's illegal? Please enlighten us.
To answer more questions AND this is what this site is all about....I would think some CalFIRE LEO's would love to have an ALL band.
I'd like to know what Echo4thirsty means about illegal.
Pricing...BK is keeping tight about that for now.
Dealers are having a meeting on all the intrict workings and how to order the BKR9000 in September.
I will give the radio a good test before I put my name or business's name on it. (I love the BKR5000 and it's abilities) so hopefully the 9000 will be the same.
Never the less I will keep the Group informed on it's performance as soon as I receive my DEMO units (which is projected to be late Jan. 2023) I'll see what all the hype is all about.
I'd like to know what Echo4thirsty means about illegal.
Pricing...BK is keeping tight about that for now.
Dealers are having a meeting on all the intrict workings and how to order the BKR9000 in September.
I will give the radio a good test before I put my name or business's name on it. (I love the BKR5000 and it's abilities) so hopefully the 9000 will be the same.
Never the less I will keep the Group informed on it's performance as soon as I receive my DEMO units (which is projected to be late Jan. 2023) I'll see what all the hype is all about.
When the time comes, I will be doing a YouTube on the Unboxing. RS COMMUNICATION CONSULTANTS.
mmckenna
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If you run the existing FCC ID that is shown for the BKR9000, it includes Part 90 type acceptance for VHF, UHF, 800 and 900MHz.
The 700MHz LMR band is missing from the grant.
