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Tidradio TD-H8 Gen 2 Review - It's cheap and it doesn't Suck!
Here's a real mother of a review of the Tidradio TD-H8 2025. This is the Gen 2 version that Tidradio has been polishing since release. Is it ready to Shine? Check it out...
00:00 Intro
01:07 Specifications
02:25 Size comparisons
04:29 Build Quality
08:15 Display
10:11 Audio Quality
12:10 Power Output
19:19 Programming
21:27 Bluetooth Programming
24:34 Conclusions
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Видео

Tidradio TD-H8 Unboxing (Gen 2)
Просмотров 61День назад
Probably the best, most comprehensive unboxing you've ever seen. You'll probably want to share this with your friends. Let the unpackaging begin! Affiliate link: tidradio.com/?ref=higginsreport Use this coupon code to save 10%: HIGGINSREPORT Check out the following sites for more details on this radio and current pricing. Buy thru my affiliate link to help feed a starving ham, you can clearly s...
Icom IC-9700 FT8 - Crazy 2m propagation!
Просмотров 164Месяц назад
My first attempt at FT8 on my Icom IC-9700. I was in for a big surprise. FT8 on VHF, why not? Affiliate links: tidradio.com/?ref=bchboxbs radioddity.refr.cc/mikehiggins Check out the Higginsreport web site: www.higginsreport.com#smartphone #higginsreport #hamradio #sadham
Tidradio TD-H3 Review
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.2 месяца назад
The Tidradio TD-H3 radio. I take a look at this Ham/GMRS wide-band receive radio. Is it just another el Cheapo Chinese radio? 00:00 Intro 00:46 Specifications 02:22 Size comparisons 03:23 Battery Life 04:29 Build Quality 05:08 Display 06:06 Audio Output 06:36 Programming 07:45 Bluetooth Programming 09:50 Spurious Emissions 10:45 Conclusions Affiliate link: tidradio.com/?ref=higginsreport Use th...
Baofeng K6 Overview
Просмотров 2 тыс.4 месяца назад
Here's a semi-quick overview of the Tri-Band BaoFeng K6. 2m, 1.25 cm, and 70 cm transmit. Wide band receive. Hmm, K6 sounds familiar? Please use my affiliate link to support the Higginsreport reports: radioddity.refr.cc/mikehiggins www.amazon.com/dp/B0DD7SPFZK www.radioddity.com/products/baofeng-k6 www.baofengradio.com/products/k6 Check out the Higginsreport web site: www.higginsreport.com #hig...
Baofeng UV-5RM Plus
Просмотров 6 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Here's a look at the new Baofeng UV-5RM Plus. We''ll take a look at the build quality and the issue of spurious emissions on both VHF and UHF. It's cheap, but is it dirty? Get a UV-5RM plus here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYZHJD11?th=1 better yet, use my affiliate link to support the Higginsreport reports: radioddity.refr.cc/mikehiggins Check out the Higginsreport web site: www.higginsreport.com 00:0...
Baofeng UV-17R Custom Display
Просмотров 5887 месяцев назад
Customize your UV-117R series radio with a custom display. Wow! look at you... Baofeng Software: baofeng.s3.amazonaws.com/BAOFENG_UV-17R_CPS_20230801.zip You need BAOFENG_UV-17R_CPS_20230801.zip Chirp : chirp.danplanet.com/projects/chirp/wiki/Download Cable for programming: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07M85L551/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1 Use our affiliate link to support the ...
Boafeng UV-17R Basic Operation
Просмотров 5 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Here's a quick video on basic operation of the UV-17R series radio. There is a quick introduction to the radio and a demo on Simplex operation. What more could you ask for? Use our affiliate link to support the Higginsreport reports: radioddity.refr.cc/mikehiggins UV-17R plus: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CV4SPY7C
Baofeng UV-17R Plus
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.8 месяцев назад
Baofeng UV-17R Plus
Allstar - Echolink CQ trick
Просмотров 1198 месяцев назад
Allstar - Echolink CQ trick
Emergency Communications - Don't let lightning shut you down!
Просмотров 2369 месяцев назад
Emergency Communications - Don't let lightning shut you down!
Kenwood D74 D75 Knock-off battery Comparison to OEM
Просмотров 7329 месяцев назад
Kenwood D74 D75 Knock-off battery Comparison to OEM
Baofeng UV-17R Worldwide Comms
Просмотров 6 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Baofeng UV-17R Worldwide Comms
Openspot and Pi-Star Hotspot Extender using an Icom ID-5100A
Просмотров 69610 месяцев назад
Openspot and Pi-Star Hotspot Extender using an Icom ID-5100A
Counterpoise for your GMRS or Ham HT - Cranial
Просмотров 25611 месяцев назад
Counterpoise for your GMRS or Ham HT - Cranial
Radioddity GD-AT10G - The Poor man's Anytone 878
Просмотров 2,4 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Radioddity GD-AT10G - The Poor man's Anytone 878
Anytone 878UV Custom Display
Просмотров 236Год назад
Anytone 878UV Custom Display
Baofeng UV-17R Programming
Просмотров 14 тыс.Год назад
Baofeng UV-17R Programming
Kenwood D74 DSTAR to DMR Cross mode with Open Spot 4 Pro
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Kenwood D74 DSTAR to DMR Cross mode with Open Spot 4 Pro
Encryption - What's going on with my Police scanner?
Просмотров 215Год назад
Encryption - What's going on with my Police scanner?
SDS200 Scanner Radio - Custom Search
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SDS200 Scanner Radio - Custom Search
Baofeng UV-17R - Should you Buy it?
Просмотров 830Год назад
Baofeng UV-17R - Should you Buy it?
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Просмотров 117Год назад
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The whole world smelled it
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DIY Gender Change
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DIY Gender Change
Incandescent Bulb Ban
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Incandescent Bulb Ban
Ford: No more Am radio
Просмотров 159Год назад
Ford: No more Am radio
What is Gen-Z? Who do we blame?
Просмотров 2892 года назад
What is Gen-Z? Who do we blame?
Fastest Rapper Ever
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Fastest Rapper Ever

Комментарии

  • @RisingTidesAC
    @RisingTidesAC 2 дня назад

    You can't have two of these within 500 feet of each other. The front end desense is horrible.

  • @BlackAmV0
    @BlackAmV0 2 дня назад

    6:40 I don't know about others' opinions, mine is the best way to adjust the volume level is to push the squelch button and hear the white noise. So walkie talkie doesn't need any volume indicator.

  • @tonytyler6390
    @tonytyler6390 4 дня назад

    Man I love aprs so I hope they continue with this radio....use wires too ..they are crazy if they discontinue this line of radio..n0amy

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 3 дня назад

      I've only had my ftm-500 for a week now, just got on wires-x. Very cool!

  • @TheZenPhotographer
    @TheZenPhotographer 6 дней назад

    Why would you test GMRS on channel 10, which has a maximum allowable power output of .5 watts? You should test it on 15 - 22 with a permissible power output of 50w.

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 6 дней назад

      Good point. I only chose it at random. Low, med,or high power output doesn't change though regardless of permissable limits. Thanks for watching

  • @johntrinkl7257
    @johntrinkl7257 7 дней назад

    decent review

  • @Johnysoutherner
    @Johnysoutherner 11 дней назад

    The end.....reminds me of Dr. EVIL

  • @Sifo_Dyas
    @Sifo_Dyas 16 дней назад

    On the spurious emission topic, he said there is a ham radio version and a GMRS version. As a newbie who hasn't purchased a radio yet, this confused me when I saw the different radios on Amazon. It's an either/or proposition?

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 16 дней назад

      I'd probably get the ham version even if you were only gonna use GMRS. Then just switch it to GMRS mode so you don't accidentally transmit out of band> if you will be using the ham bands run it in ham mode. As a newbie, you'll make less mistakes that way (accidentally xmits on like EMS freqs) JMO

    • @Sifo_Dyas
      @Sifo_Dyas 15 дней назад

      @higginsreport thank you. So the ham version can still use GMRS but the GMRS version can't do Ham. Why are they the same price and why would someone want the GMRS only version?

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 14 дней назад

      @@Sifo_Dyas both versions can be unlocked, or put in either ham/gmrs modes. There may or may not be tighter quality control on the ham version?

  • @HuskyFarva
    @HuskyFarva 18 дней назад

    Dude you ROCK! Thank you for a HILARIOUSLY funny and accurate video! You are SPOT ON!

  • @midwestguy3361
    @midwestguy3361 20 дней назад

    I also have an SDS200 living in Illinois wondering what antenna you are using

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 20 дней назад

      I have a wideband discone mounted in my attic. I don't recall the exact model, I've had it for so long. Works great and I don't worry about leaving hooked up all the time since it's not outside (lightning).

    • @midwestguy3361
      @midwestguy3361 20 дней назад

      @higginsreport ok thanks I bought a magnetic mount desk top discone all band but it's not any better then the antenna that came with the scanner

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 20 дней назад

      @@midwestguy3361 mine is similar to this www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-011096

  • @luismariorezacruz2681
    @luismariorezacruz2681 26 дней назад

    How did you program the UV -17

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 25 дней назад

      ruclips.net/video/ic16KDXV5Ko/видео.html

  • @lvparker9009
    @lvparker9009 Месяц назад

    I ordered the 17R on Amazon with the programming cable and improved antenna. I used CHIRP-NEXT and selected UV-17Rplus. This allowed me to manually program my local airports and GMRS (for those with a GMRS license)

  • @stevehorvat69
    @stevehorvat69 Месяц назад

    Did yours come with a second antenna for 1.25m? Thanks.

  • @linuxman0
    @linuxman0 Месяц назад

    All that wind and I'll bet there's not a single wind turbine anywhere around there.

  • @mikedsokc
    @mikedsokc Месяц назад

    This is probably the best cross mode demo I have seen. Now I don't have to have a dedicated profile for D-Star to DMR. I have a D75 and us the unlink from the Reflector menu. The Individual menu is also a good place to same D-Star reflectors. Thanks for the video.

  • @shelliecarlson7015
    @shelliecarlson7015 Месяц назад

    I bought mine for about 26 bucks. No cradle, but I don't care. Was worried, after I got it, and after listening to people bitch, that it wouldn't work on GMRS. It does. 1-22. Even think it works on MURS. I'm quite pleased with it.

  • @rpcomms1
    @rpcomms1 2 месяца назад

    Im surprised nobody with a 3D printer and cad hasnt made a double size capacity pack for this radio! Crazy prices,I think.

  • @Mario-Bangood
    @Mario-Bangood 2 месяца назад

    Gutes Video 👍

  • @Mgoblu87
    @Mgoblu87 2 месяца назад

    Very good review. Currently, I use my H-3 ( I also have an H-8 ) on GMRS. We have a great repeater system here in Michigan, and I’m able to talk all over the state, with it !!

    • @Mgoblu87
      @Mgoblu87 2 месяца назад

      Almost ready for the Tech exam…..

    • @kevinlopota3626
      @kevinlopota3626 Месяц назад

      Just ordered 4 pack, living in Michigan as well but not sure where you are finding all the repeaters though. Not too many in my area.

    • @Mgoblu87
      @Mgoblu87 Месяц назад

      @@kevinlopota3626 I may be able to point you in the right direction

    • @Mgoblu87
      @Mgoblu87 Месяц назад

      @@kevinlopota3626 where are you ?

  • @АлексейЛесуков-ч3ь
    @АлексейЛесуков-ч3ь 2 месяца назад

    I don't agree with you that that radio a not going to have as good receiver as an Icom, yaesu or Kenwood all handhelds or even a scanner have equal receiver the only thing on expensive Ham radios you mention is the transmitting audio a little bit better I compared it with my yaesu handheld.

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 2 месяца назад

      I should clarify, that was a general statement referring to SupeHet vs SOC technolgy. My Kenwood D74 has a lower audio output than this radio - depending on the signal being received the TD-H3 may sound as if it is the better receiver or equivalent. However, I would bet strong nearby transmissions will overload the front end of the TD-H3 and degrade the desired signal. I accept this shortcoming from a SOC receiver as somewhat acceptable due to the much lower cost . Just my opinion. Thanks for watching!

  • @Girth_Brooks01
    @Girth_Brooks01 2 месяца назад

    I am completely new to radios and HAM in general. Thanks for the no BS review. Can't wait to see what else you have in the library of knowledge.

  • @larrbaII
    @larrbaII 2 месяца назад

    I have 2 and i need more?-- Yes. Easy to use and cheep..

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 2 месяца назад

      lol, I just ordered a green one and the "crystal" one...

  • @SouljaboySkyler
    @SouljaboySkyler 2 месяца назад

    Who else is here in 2024

  • @neilrobinson5115
    @neilrobinson5115 2 месяца назад

    Great review,I got the SDS-100e in 2021,It’s a great unit,I just use it for military aircraft frequencies in the UK,I use Sentinel and Radio Reference Uk for my frequencies.

  • @bobbmann5
    @bobbmann5 2 месяца назад

    Just became a Tech HAM over the weekend and i do indeed have the DMR Radioddity GD-AT10G and it is awesome as i just had my first contacts with it. I have thousands of ID's in there. There was a local Pennsylvania State Wide NET this evening and this Radio can do it all except VHF, But for the price. It's a great Ham DMR HT. For anyone, like you said, want to go the cheaper way. This little awesome HT is for you. 73's and maybe i can catch you on air one day. -KD3AMB

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 2 месяца назад

      Congrats on getting your ticket!

    • @bobbmann5
      @bobbmann5 2 месяца назад

      @ Thanks so much. 😊

  • @thedayofevil
    @thedayofevil 2 месяца назад

    Chirp yet?

  • @enriquediaz7547
    @enriquediaz7547 2 месяца назад

    Can you explain the allstar connection?

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 2 месяца назад

      I have an Allstar Node setup at my home QTH. I was crossband repeating in to my allstar node. There are many videos here on youtube that can show you what an allstar node is....too much to describe here in detail. Thx for watching!

  • @ruhaidinklate4658
    @ruhaidinklate4658 3 месяца назад

    stop watch?better make a calculator or telephone number saving as casio telememo databank watch.🫤

  • @perrymyers1577
    @perrymyers1577 3 месяца назад

    if you choose a single channel display, you will get both the channel name and the frequency.

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 3 месяца назад

      lol..right you are my friend..thanks!

  • @PistoiaToscanaV2
    @PistoiaToscanaV2 3 месяца назад

    Hi i Can't Find the 444 frequencies etc... i just have 144-146 and 430-439 "

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 3 месяца назад

      The version I have has wide band receive? It won't transmit out of the north american ham bands. Maybe you have a different region radio?

    • @PistoiaToscanaV2
      @PistoiaToscanaV2 3 месяца назад

      @@higginsreport yes, I'm in italy

    • @PistoiaToscanaV2
      @PistoiaToscanaV2 3 месяца назад

      can I jailbreak it?

  • @bulldogbrower6732
    @bulldogbrower6732 4 месяца назад

    Great explanation, good graphics, glad you showed all of the equipment involved.

  • @juniorramos1723
    @juniorramos1723 4 месяца назад

    can i trasmit to my uv5r?

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 4 месяца назад

      Yes if they are on the same freq. I'm not sure about cloning, if that's your question? Maybe someone else could chime in on that....

    • @juniorramos1723
      @juniorramos1723 3 месяца назад

      @@higginsreport i can transmit my uv5r to my uv17r but i can not transmit my uv17r to my uv5r? can u help

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 3 месяца назад

      just a guess....make sure receive CTCSS is off

    • @victoraragon26
      @victoraragon26 Месяц назад

      The same thing happens to me too​@@juniorramos1723

    • @thehezeleo
      @thehezeleo Месяц назад

      ​@@higginsreport menu- 42, all, reset.

  • @mikehiggins2694
    @mikehiggins2694 4 месяца назад

    Will the real Mike Higgins please stand up

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 4 месяца назад

      I thought I was special....mama lied!

    • @mikehiggins2694
      @mikehiggins2694 4 месяца назад

      @@higginsreport I was told the same thing. It's a conspiracy.

  • @VirtualLunacy
    @VirtualLunacy 4 месяца назад

    looks like a rebranded Quansheng -

  • @roofsbyintegrity
    @roofsbyintegrity 4 месяца назад

    Do you have a video on how to transmit from this radio? We receive perfect but can’t transmit.

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 4 месяца назад

      ptt IN HAM BANDS ----> ruclips.net/video/yQRs7yoANiA/видео.html

  • @saifal-badri
    @saifal-badri 4 месяца назад

    I got a used d74 for a good deal will try this soon thanks

  • @LeiMajorz
    @LeiMajorz 4 месяца назад

    Even the cat sounds English when it meowed. 😂. But this is really cool to see just how functional this radio is. I just order mine today.

  • @Roadking1965
    @Roadking1965 5 месяцев назад

    Bought mine off Amazon for $29.99 and came with a charging cradle. For $30 bucks, you can't beat it. If no one likes it then don't buy it. So many sad hams crying about baofeng but they all seem to buy them too. I was impressed with the tonal quality and volume of the AR-5RM and power output too. Perfect for me.

  • @timvanloo6
    @timvanloo6 5 месяцев назад

    Big question here from a noob. I have been trying my best to get pmr 446 frequencies to work with this model. But it seems completely locked to what is already programmed on it. Is this programmed firmware wise with an OTP?

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 5 месяцев назад

      Not sure, the version radio I have is fine with those freqs since it's in the US ham band?

    • @axiomcurbcommunity
      @axiomcurbcommunity 3 месяца назад

      Yes it is don’t know of a way to bypass the restriction.

  • @luish19779
    @luish19779 5 месяцев назад

    I know some dude made this radio ( Dual band) I love to read about, if is true.

  • @IL01Medcor
    @IL01Medcor 5 месяцев назад

    I dont live far from you and i cant get this damn radio to connect to the computer... wanna help a brother?

  • @dad2022
    @dad2022 5 месяцев назад

    No baofeng software for Mac OS?

  • @MrTripplenipple
    @MrTripplenipple 5 месяцев назад

    The cat is officially a ham radio operator.

  • @psychedeliciou5
    @psychedeliciou5 5 месяцев назад

    I don’t get how people who claim to love classic rock can hate these guys. Also, the comparisons are getting old. Josh’s voice makes me feel a whole different way than any other singer, ever.

  • @димасимусгостев
    @димасимусгостев 5 месяцев назад

    При покупке сканера НУЖНО ЛИ ПОКУПАТЬ КЛЮЧИ АКТИВАЦИИ DMR ????

  • @N2EWSRadio
    @N2EWSRadio 5 месяцев назад

    I've got one. It's really dirty. Don't care much, but just FYI.

  • @W1SRR
    @W1SRR 5 месяцев назад

    Nice work, thanks

  • @harrybaulz666
    @harrybaulz666 5 месяцев назад

    Wow dude get a life

    • @higginsreport
      @higginsreport 5 месяцев назад

      says the guy watching videos of a guy with no life...

  • @obelich
    @obelich 5 месяцев назад

    Hi you know if have some in this radio the PVR 462.712 I search in google and dont found a solution :(

  • @NickBEADG
    @NickBEADG 5 месяцев назад

    So I can listen to my Local PD, they are in the 155ish range but the sheet says P25.

  • @NickWindham
    @NickWindham 6 месяцев назад

    lol 😅