Question 1

Can i use this for camping only for a couple of night's one for me and for my wife without a license?

Accepted Answer

Well, the strict interp would be under Federal Law, which ONLY allows "un-licensed" use of radios using the frequencies of the UV-5R the answer is no, unless there is imminent and certain need to protect lives of the user or others. This radio requires a Ham radio General license which is only granted after paying a fee, and passing an exam.

For casual use i'd recomment looking for the UV-5G which uses the GMRS frequencies that only require a $35 dollar no-test license OR an FRS (Family Radio Service) low power unti that does not require ANY license at all.

Be aware that while radio power matters, terrain and antenna height matter as much and probably more. All this these radios are essentailly "line-of-sight".

Question 2

At is the range on these radios? Short and long antennas?

Accepted Answer

Short, 3 blocks in normal operation. a mile with the counterfeit longer antenna. Up to 85 miles Mountain Top to Mountaintop WITH 2 great Hustler Magnetic antenna. Better with Yasue, ICOM, Kenwood. Remember quality NOT cheap ANTENNAS first!

Question 3

I keep seeing programming cable needed but don't see the specs for said cable?

Accepted Answer

Here is the one that I purchased for $7 on Amazon and it works great with the free Chirp app.
ABBREE&Baofeng USB Programming Cable PL2303 Support Chirp for ham Portable Two Way Radios GMRS Radios: UV-5R,BF-F8HP, BF-888S,UV82HP,GM-15PRO,GT-3,UV-9S,BF-R3 GM-30 GM-N1 (Red)

Question 4

What is the distance you can communicate

Accepted Answer

These are FM radios so distance is dependant on elevation of each radio antenna and amount of obstacles in between the radios. If both radios were on top of a mountain and there was nothing but clear air between the two radios they will work several miles. If the radios are on the ground in normal circumstances you can probably count on a mile, maybe two at best.

If you are using a repeater of some sort that will can extend the distance.

ASIN	B09CTSBHMR
Additional Features	Battery Saver Mode, Dual Band, Emergency Alarm, Long Range, Rechargable
Battery Average Life	24 Hours
Best Sellers Rank	#44 in Portable FRS Two-Way Radios
Brand	BAOFENG
Built-In Media	2X1800mAh battery, 2XBelt&Sling, 2xAR-771, 2xRadio, Earpiece
Color	Black-2Pack-AR-771
Compatible Devices	Two-way radios supporting UHF VHF frequencies
Connectivity Protocol	Radio Frequency
Customer Reviews	4.5 out of 5 stars 1,826 Reviews
Frequency Range	VHF UHF
Impedance	50 Ohms
Item Dimensions D x W x H	2.17"D x 1.38"W x 3.94"H
Manufacturer	BAOFENG
Mfr Part Number	FR1024-677
Model Number	UV-5R
Number of Batteries	2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included)
Number of Channels	128
Special Feature	Battery Saver Mode, Dual Band, Emergency Alarm, Long Range, Rechargable
Tuner Type	VHF UHF
Voltage	7.4 Volts
Warranty Description	no
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant

BAOFENG UV-5R Ham Radio Long Range UV5R Dual Band VHF UHF Rechargeable Walkie Talkies for Adults Handheld Two Way Radio with Earpiece AR-771 Full Kit for Camping Hunting Survival Gear,2Pack

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