My civilian Baofeng radio with military headset "Tactical" setup
HTML-код
- Опубликовано: 6 мар 2020
- Took me a long while to figure out, but I found a good setup for reliable radio use integrated with military push-to-talk adapters & headsets.
NOTE: At the bottom of the description is a link to FCC rules regarding FRS (Family Radio Service) as it has come up a LOT in the comments.
If any of these links end up not working, please let me know!
Also, the links may not be the best price. I'm just providing them so you can see the item.
Baofeng BF-A58 Radio;
UPDATE: This exact model radio seems to be hard to find now, but the GT-3WP seems to be available. Here is a link to it;
amzn.to/32gImic
I made a video comparing this model against the A58 & other similar models. Here is a link to that video;
• Baofeng Multipin Radio...
Disco 32 VMAS;
disco32.com/collections/anten...
Disco 32 PTT Safety;
disco32.com/collections/push-...
P-X Airsoft A58 PTT;
www.px-airsoft.com/showroom/mo...
SMA to BNC adapter;
amzn.to/3slyMoJ
Nagoya FAQ to ID fakes;
www.nagoya.com.tw/en/news-314...
SkyEye Tactical Amplified PTT;
ebay.us/XzOqhs
SkyEye Tactical PTT & headset combo;
They no longer sell this combination!
UR Tactical Radio Pouch;
www.ur-tactical.com/product/p...
As an Associate I earn from qualifying purchases on some of the links that I share.
FCC information;
www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-d...
www.ecfr.gov/cgi-bin/text-idx...
§95.587 FRS additional requirements.
Each FRS transmitter type must be designed to meet the following additional requirements.
(a) Transmit frequency capability. FRS transmitter types must not be capable of transmitting on any frequency or channel other than those listed in §95.563.
(b) Antenna. The antenna of each FRS transmitter type must meet the following requirements.
(1) The antenna must be a non-removable integral part of the FRS transmitter type.
(2) The gain of the antenna must not exceed that of a half-wave dipole antenna.
(3) The antenna must be designed such that the electric field of the emitted waves is vertically polarized when the unit is operated in the normal orientation.
(c) Digital data transmissions. FRS transmitter types having the capability to transmit digital data must be designed to meet the following requirements.
(1) FRS units may transmit digital data containing location information, or requesting location information from one or more other FRS or GMRS units, or containing a brief text message to another specific FRS or GMRS unit or units.
(2) Digital data transmissions must be initiated by a manual action or command of the operator, except that FRS units may be designed to automatically respond with location data upon receiving an interrogation request from another FRS unit or a GMRS unit.
(3) Digital data transmissions must not exceed one second in duration.
(4) Digital data transmissions must not be sent more frequently than one digital data transmission within a thirty-second period, except that an FRS unit may automatically respond to more than one interrogation request received within a thirty-second period.
(d) Packet mode. FRS transmitter types must not be capable of transmitting data in the store-and-forward packet operation mode.
(e) Effective September 30, 2019, no person shall manufacture or import hand-held portable radio equipment capable of operating under this subpart (FRS) and other licensed or licensed-by-rule services in this chapter (part 15 unlicensed equipment authorizations are permitted if consistent with part 15 rules).
![ian - Fit Check (Feat. VonOff1700) [Official Music Video]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/sDGWDBg45Dw/mqdefault.jpg)
For me being military and using Thales and L3 Harris which are wildly expensive and unavailable for personal use, this was an AMAZINGLY informative video that I need to upgrade my personal kit for civilian use. Thank you.
Thanks. Yeah, those types of military commos are real hard to get your hands on outside of duty. There are better radios than the Baofeng but they don't do a whole lot more than them.
@@CallMeColtLLC boafeng is a pretty solid unit.
Nearly every military police officer I knew had one on them as well as issued stuff to listen to local/state traffic to intercept stuff coming to us so we didn't get blind sided.
This was in WA. State, so it was constantly wet, and occasionally roughed up.
Just keep in mind these Boafeng radios are not encrypted and anyone can listen to your conversations. so tachticool you are, secure you are not. Also of note the L3HARRIS / THALES radios are for military use and have military tone squelch which Boafang does not. if you want to talk (PT) from civilian to military radio you can use CTCSS or CDCSS squelch which most modern military radios have. But very cool setup, I love peltors and I was using a covert ear piece for my civi set up but I think I'll go look into this skyeye adaptor for shooting with my peltors. Thanks for the info!
Wildly expensive... Yes, quite ! However there's three better options now:
* Baofeng AR-152 (a good reproduction of the PRC152) advertised as 10watts, V/UHF 12,000mah lithium battery, FM broadcast
** Baofeng BF H-5 10 watts, V/UHF, 2200mah battery, FM broadcast
*** Triumph Instrument PRC 152 (China) THIS is a darn near perfect copy of the actual govt issue comms. Under $500. Seems to have good reviews.
I have the Baofeng BF H-5 and I'm well pleased. Saving up for the Triumph...
@@baronedipiemonte3990 your comment is only 9 months old so I guess what you have listed is still up to date and good to go but I’m curious what’s come out since your comment that’s better then what’s listed. Essentially I’m asking if what you listed is still up to date or now outdated and replaced with xyz radios. Thanks man. I know that was a giant word wall
Dude, thank you so much for taking the time to put this information out. I've just started looking into alternative comms and this was a huge help, looking forward to the follow up!
I'm going to be doing a durability test on the radio & PTT in the future. If you order from SkyEye Tactical, tell them you saw their stuff on my channel. They reached out to me saying this video has gotten them a bunch of orders.
@@CallMeColtLLC That's awesome! I definitely will mention you and and your channel when I order from them. Thanks again for sharing your experience, cheers.
Dude I’ve been looking so long for a video like this. Thank you so damn much. A lot of this stuff I’m going to buy to go on my gear. This was super helpful.
Thank you! I put a lot of time & effort into figuring out the setups, & then even more time making the video because I couldn't find this information out there & know that other people wanted it. Please share! I plan to make updated videos in the future.
The most useful civilian coms video iv ever seen!!!
Glad you think so! Share it with people who might need the information.
Finally someone who put some thought into a comms setup that has some intelligence. Will defiantly look into skyeye tac stuff.
So far, it seems quality.
Don't be defiant
TGI ha ha ha, yeah....don’t.
...except he bought a baofeng
I guess Im randomly asking but does any of you know of a method to log back into an Instagram account??
I was stupid lost the login password. I appreciate any assistance you can give me!
CALLMECOLT!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS...excellent job of explaining....also thank you for the NO music crap that 99% of youtubers think they need to play.....also, voice level was perfect and clear audio and non shaking camera....I have been wanting to do this for about 3 years, but did not know how to put it together and knew about how everything has to mesh together....subbed!
Thank you. Yes, I've done the music thing on a few other videos but have learned over time. This is one of my better videos. I, like you, spent about 3 years figuring this out. Wanted to put it out there to save others the time & money. Lot's of other good information in the comments to so as to add a few options.
Great video, thanks for putting in the work. I experimented with baofengs and cheap gear years ago but gave up once I enlisted. Will for sure get a setup like this for civilian usage 👍🏻
Hopefully there will be more options in the future.
THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! YOUR VIDEO WAS THE ONLY ONE THAT HELPED ME FIND EXACTLY WHAT I BEEN LOOKING FOR. I SPENT THREE WEEKS EVERY NIGHT TRYING TO FIND VIDEOS ON RADIOS FOR COMMS AND COULDNT UNTIL I FOUND YOURS
I spent a long time myself as well. Glad the video is reaching people & helping them! I plan to post more in the future as related to civilian available "tactical" commos so keep an eye out.
What a well thought out, informative, and thoroughly prepared video. You, sir, have done the work, and we will all benefit from your labor. Much gratitude, my captain. You easily earned a sub on this one. Thank you.
Glad it was helpful!
Robert Alford yes this is exactly what I have been looking for....well done
@@davebona9592 absolutely!
This was an informative, damn-good video. Plenty of details, and all the info. Thanks for posting this!
Thanks!
This is the best put together and best researched RUclips video on radio gear I've seen, by FAR. Oh and I love the ease of simply going down to the description and finding any item you talked about.
There's no unessecary words or pauses.
This video is exactly what i was looking for. Thank you.
Thanks! I took the time to edit out some of my down time & thought about what I'd say before saying it. I tend to ramble but really wanted this to be a good one. It has reached a lot of people & helped them. Please share with anyone who needs the information! I plan to make some updated videos in the future as well.
@@CallMeColtLLC Awesome! I'm definitely subscribing. This is the sort of information packed content I'm looking for.
Fantastic. You actually explained it all perfectly. The moment I had a question, you answered it pretty soon after. Great job.
Thanks. I try my best to cover everything 100%. The internet is full of loose ends & I don't want to contribute!
I learned a lot from this, this is great informative content and the exact set up i was trying to achieve.
Glad you found it. It's why I made it, to help others out!
@CallMeColtLLC will the baofeng uv9g work the same with this equipment?
Awesome video, exactly what I needed, really appreciate the content!
Glad it was helpful!
The best video I've seen, you hit a lot of good basic starter points. You explained it well, I usually bail on 20min vids. I stuck around to hear your opinions on the equipment likes and dislikes. Excellent job with the info and links. Thanks again very helpful.
Well said, And fully agree.
Thank you both! I put a lot of thought into this video because I'm just like you and usually don't stick around for a long video but it was impossible to really make it any shorter without fully explaining.
I've researched a lot of Baofeng radios but was not aware of some of the information you put out. Thanks for taking the time.
Hopefully Baofeng will stick with the multipin system as it's way better than the only headphone jack type.
OUTSTANDING Video! I wish RUclips had not hidden it when I was looking for info on Radios a couple of weeks ago! I just purchased 4 of the Baofeng UV-5RX3 they came with the kit and they had really good reviews everywhere I looked and the Idea of Hooking the Radio to my Peltor SWAT TAC EarPro which was very similar to the ones we used in the Navy and I was able to pick up a Set on Clearance Online for less than 200 about 6 years ago. I know that the head set can support all the goodies Mics and push to talk but I need to get the adapter to go from the radio to the headset and get the accessories. With all the Chaos going on and being the owner of a Small Gun shop NOT going to be OUTGUNNED but could be OUT-Maneuvered if I do not coordinate properly with my Security Team locally we are ALL Veterans and are used to Tactical Communications but when I looked at getting something similar to what I had in the service each Radio was going to be around $1K that is without accessories! THanks for ALL the GREAT INFO I am going to BE Ordeing the Stuff I need TONIGHT!
Glad the video helped! You can still use the UV5RX3 as good hand held units & the A58 as the radio on your gear.
Awesome video. Thanks for putting it together for us!
No problem, glad it helped.
Very well done sir. Wish I’d seen this in March when i was experimenting with every PTT and adapter under the sun trying to make my Peltors work with my BF-F8HP. Eventually I changed my Peltor mic from a dynamic to a condenser. This was the only way i could match the impedance of the radio’s microphone input. I didn’t know about the radio with the multi-pin on the side and will buy one to test with. Thanks for the great video.
Changing the mic on the headset is not a bad option at all. I was about to do that and then I found the PTT I talk about in the video. it actually would be more versatile to change the mic out like you did.
You definitely have my respect.... approaching the situation & understanding not just the physical item but fundamentals of it's soul operation ( mechanics ) to achieve your goals 👍 I've been for some time now looking into this exact project & it's been a dead-end
Result so I just walked away from it till the time came to give it another shot at.... That time just arrived & I want to say thank you for your time & efforts with your video and explanations. Simple & Detailed 💯👍👍👍👍👍👍.
Take care & Be Safe...
Thanks, I spent the time making this to help others that hit all the dead ends like I have.
Very good review and tutorial. Extremely helpful.
Glad it was helpful!
Awesome content. Thanks a bunch for the information.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for sharing your experience. You have saved me both time and money, at your expense and I appreciate your willingness to help those that come looking for it! Thank you 🙏!
Glad to help
Thanks for taking the time to make this video, great information for me to establish a base line down and dirty...
Thanks!
You're an absolute hero man. Thank you
I don't know about a hero, but glad it was helpful!
Fantastic video, thank you for this.
Glad it was helpful!
Finally! Thanks more making this video. I’ve been experimenting with different radios for my real Comtacs and I had a problem with finding connectors for the new BF-A58 and also having a QD for the antenna
Thanks for watching. If you find anything beyond what was in my video, please let us know. Options are always good!
Were you able to use this with your comtacs?
Yep. I've been looking for it. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.
Glad you found it helpful.
Such a helpful vid!
Glad it was helpful!
Exactly what I was looking for.
Glad you found it!
Thank you so much for the effort you put in to this set up and making this video. I found it extremely helpful, and was super relived to find a setup with a multi pin, screw in connector on a system that is at least water resistant and much more durable than the UV-5R that EVERYONE on RUclips is always pushing. Thanks again so much, super helpful.
Thanks for watching! Glad this video was helpful, that's why I made it. I plan to do more on this setup in the future.
CallMeColt where do you I recommend getting the Liberator 2 headset? I found some used Peltor Comtac 3’s on EBay for like $350. Worth it?
eBay is the best bet. Just look to buy from a reputable seller. Otherwise, brand new is very expensive!
You tube recommended this video... now I am very intrigued.. thanks for all the info and links.. very useful
Thanks for watching
Oh wow. Much obliged!
Thanks for watching
The FCC is about as useful as an 8 inch fence. Thanks for the video, I'll be putting a radio kit together soon and I'll definitely keep this in mind
Because I was making a video, I mentioned the FCC. There just one of the alphabet soup that no one likes.
Fcc be like "don't you dare step over! You're not allowed!" "Aw damn. No one takes us serious..." lol
Well they do organize the frequency spectrum allocation which is very important. Check out a "US Frequency Spectrum Chart" and tell me organizing all that isnt important.
@@whatabouttheearth thats true.... I was making a joke BTW 😂
Okay... first I posted a snarky response about how the $10k would feel. I deleted that.
Here’s the useful info:
1. Getting a Technician License with the FCC is really easy and cheap. That will help you understand what you can and can’t do while a state of emergency hasn’t been declared so you don’t end up paying a $10k fine.
2. This is a really good video. Dump the Nagoya antenna and (this was really surprising) get a Tacticool antenna instead. The one you showed is interesting. If you were to go get that Technician license, you would find out how that antenna might likely burnout your radio over time because of a high SNR ratio.
So maybe there is something useful in my comments. Good luck and 73s.
I’ve was in same boat... You actually helped me sort out a few issues. Thanks.
Glad I could help
Absolutely what I was looking for. Thank you for posting.
Great to hear!
Hey, great video man. I, like many, have been looking at the discontinued Baofeng UV-5R 5 watt UHF radios, and all the fixins so I too can have comms among my family/friends/crew when we hike, fish, or if SHTF. Lots of great perspectives from trying your gear and your trial and feedback. Nice that we get to benefit from it. As with anything, real world use and what your are doing with your gear "in the wild" as I call it, it matters. I have some really cool gear that I like, but it is not rugged, or waterproof or ruggedized and "in the wild" would probably break. Just when I thought I was settled on gear to use, now I have to readjust all my logic based on this new info. LOL
I have made big changes many times myself. As long as you have something, it's better than nothing!
This is amazing, thank you for sharing!
I'm putting together a comms setup based on the information you've provided, and could use some advice. I currently have a pair of UV-9R Plus, and just received a MSA/Sordin headset that I ordered (Supreme Pro 75305). The headset is a Lemo connector version, so I'll need a Lemo-TP120 adapter obviously. However, I've read some things about impedance issues with civilian comms and mil headsets. Will a Skyeye amplified PTT solve these issues, or will I also need to change the mic? Just trying to get all my info correct before dropping nearly $300 on the PTT and adapter.
Thanks again for sharing your experience, it's been extremely helpful.
Yes, get the PTT that will work with the amplified microphone that is on your headset. SkyEye is very good & will answer questions for you to confirm. Sordin headsets all use amplified microphones as far as I know. Tell them Colt sent you!
Awesome info. Wish I had seen this a year ago before spending money on UV5R handhelds, antennas, and spare batteries. Well done.
These radios weren't available then so you didn't do anything wrong!
Very well done - I don't yet know where I want to go with the comms but I will be keeping this video. Thanks
Cool. I have some other videos with other commo options. Check them out.
B÷ advised that short antenna works great on any uhf BUT if you get into vhf it well slowly destroy your radio with high swr
If the atennna is a dual band antenna designed for both frequency ranges, NO, the SWR will to be high on VHF and destroy the radio
Finally a better solution than rugged radios. A lot cheaper as well
Rugged radios are literally beofang uv5r without the keypad.
Great video. been looking for this for a long time!
Glad you liked it!
GREAT !!! Thank you, Thank you, Thank you !!! Your research is greatly appreciated and will help me tremendously with quality Commo. I am really very thankful for sharing your information.
Thanks for watching! I'm going to do a video on just Baofeng Multi-pin type radios soon. Waiting on the last one to come in.
As stated in your fcc citation, FRS radios cannot have a removable antenna.....
hahaha
Are you going to alert the authorities or should I?
To later big brother is already tracking
Hey man I don't know a ton about radios but I'm thinking of getting a pretty nice electronic hearing protection headset for the rifle I just got. It's called an ops core amp headset. It's pretty rediculous money but I really like some features on it and want to buy once cry once as they say. Anyway I don't foresee using coms any time soon but would like to know if it would work with a radio like this. Do amphenol or U174 mean anything too you? That's the type of wire coming off the headset and idk if it will mesh with this. Sorry for long winded comment
I'd also be interested in you're opinion on whether or not you think I'm a crazy person for spending that much money on a headset but now that I've finished watching your video I think we have a similar mindset of wanting to buy something thats going to last and be reliable. The reason I like the headset is that the cups aren't very wide which is nice because it won't interfere with shouldering a rifle or bumping into things lol but then in addition you got the wireless earplugs that allow the sound from the mic to come in and provide additional protection without adding bulk to the cups
I'm sure Skeeye Tactical will make a push to talk adapter to work with the headset. U147 is the type of connector coming off the headset in my video. What you will need to know is the type of microphone it has in it. The manufacturer should know & be able to tell you. Good gear is always worth the money.
@@CallMeColtLLC thanks man
Thank you very much. Someone needed to take the time to figure this out and put the info out there. Cheers!
Glad it helped!
dang CALLMECOLT, well done sir. I am just now diving down this rabbit hole. I think I can just stop right here. Thanks for the info and the links man. Thanks sir.
No problem. I'm glad this video has helped and saved others time.
That’s a Ham radio, FCC requires a license.
@@noahs7384 intrude on the wrong frequency.
They'll know about it so fast your head will spin. ;)
Example of anyone ever getting in trouble for using a radio like this on FRS?
@@CallMeColtLLC Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA got a NAL from Uncle Charlie for using a Kenwood dual-bander similar to the Baofeng on FRS frequencies.
docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-356018A1.pdf
That's a massive entity, not an individual. But thank you for the link.
@@CallMeColtLLC let me state more clearly then: an "individual" at Barnstable High School in Barnstable, MA (not a 'massive entity') got it's balls whacked for illegally transmitting on FRS frequencies using a Kenwood dual-bander similar to the Baofeng.
You can call that chicken 'Bessie' all you want. She ain't gonna give you no milk.
At the end of the day, if you transmit in excess of the legal power limit (which literally anyone, especially representatives of your local FCC field office can easily ascertain, you're going to get whacked.
Typically, fines for unlicensed/out-of-band operation run into the thousands of dollars per day until operations cease. (Or are ceased by the FCC.)
Iit's almost like it'd make more sense to just use generic bubble-pack FRS/GMRS walkie talkies on those frequencies and remain compliant. You simply can't get in trouble with those.
Sure, you could use your Baofeng/Whatever dual or triple bander on low power on those frequencies, but again- if you're going to do that, you might as well use the legal radios.
But yeah, I know. That defeats the purpose and advantage of using a higher powered radio.
Unfortunately, that same advantage will be the thing that gets you busted.
The FCC intended FRS to be a short range, line of sight personal communications band. (Kind of like CB radio was supposed to be and look what happened there. Only the most flagrant violators are popped on the CB these days. It's doubtful that FRS will enjoy the same lackadaisical enforcement because the frequency allocation is much smaller and FM transmitter signatures are easier to identify and find simply because of NFM's physical limitations. Also the band the FRS segment resides in also contains a lot of public service entities (like police departments, etc. and licensed GMRS users that will protect their frequencies like a pitbull with a chew toy making enforcement more likely. (At least in the United States. I can't speak for any other country's bandplan.)
Sure, you might get away with it for a while. But is a $20,000 per day fine really worth it?
You realize it is 100% illegal to use the Baofeng BF-A58 on FRS ?
Many people have said this, please show me in the US code where it says it's illegal.
@@CallMeColtLLC Here is a start, www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/family-radio-service-frs - > operations tab. That radio is a AMATEUR radio and not certified for FRS. it also has a removable antenna and transmits more power than allowed by an FRS radio.
@@lbdwag do you think they really care?
Great video, I wish I had seen this 3 months ago, it would have save me from some of the "experimentation" you have been through! Very comprehensive. Think I might try another radio with that connection type over the two pin ones, as mine doesn't sit well in a radio pouch. Thanks for the info!
No problem. I have a few other videos on the Baofeng Multipin type radios you may find helpful. I do plan to post more in the future as well.
Dude, this video is great! I’d love to buy you a beer or at least some Whataburger (yeah, I saw that TX patch). Keep the vids coming!
Thanks. I plan to keep making them, but don't expect them to fly out. I have 3 kids, & a full time job. But I slowly plan to put informative videos out that I can;t find elsewhere. :)
Now get your ham license lol.
Meh
FINALLY! I’ve been hoping someone else would be the guinea pig and spend all the money on the trail and error needed to put a good reliable comm setup together. I’ll be spending some money soon. THANK YOU!
Yup, that's me! Haha. Thanks for watching.
Excellent choices selecting your gear. I'm working on a similar civilian setup. I like that you looked at the rugged features needed for the radio based on intended use.
I'm a ham radio operator and selected the Yaesu VX-6R for a number of reasons. The main reasons where the IP67 rating, rugged case construction, threaded waterproof connector and ability to unlock transmit with the MARS mod.
I recently purchased the Disco32 PTT for the VX-6R, but now need to figure which headset. It will be a "buy once, cry once" purchase (Peltor Comtac III or Sordin MSA).
Again, great job.
I didn't go with the Disco32 because of the lack of PTT protection. They have that printed add on, but I didn't like it much as you saw in the video. For about the same cost, the SkyEye is a much better option. It just sucks that it isn't US based but from experience, they are really good with customer service and support. The new Ops Core headset may be something to look at. If money was not an option, I'd go for that. They have removable/replaceable just about everything. CommGearSupply has them and you can use my 10% off code, CallMeColt10. By all means, shop around though! Just selflessly promoting. :p www.commgearsupply.com/collections/ops-core-amp-headsets
@@CallMeColtLLC You're the second person to mention CGS today. I'm also looking at getting into some LMR radios, specifically the EFJohnson 5100 ES. I'll try CGS for this radio if they sell a PTT for it.
@@TheTechPrepper CGS makes a PTT for everything. Even if they don't have it one their site, they may have an adapter. Their customer service is great.
Good job witg your vudeo description. I hate it when people dont link the stuff they’re reviewing or have disorganized descriptions.
Thank you. I put a lot of effort into making sure links & stuff are 100% so people can get what I'm showing!
Thanks for all your experience and putting it all together.
Thanks for watching!
@@CallMeColtLLC have you tried making your own ptt?
@@richgran Yes. It worked okay but ended up failing. Also was very staticy. Buying one is a much better solution, at least for me.
REALLY GOOD vid..thanks for putting in the work!
That's why I made it, wanted to help people out. Save them my headaches!
The best video I saw about headphones and setup kit ever
Thanks for watching and glad it was informative.
Awesome set up on your coms, I will probably contact you in the future about your complete coms gear. Thanks for sharing...
This is my complete setup. If it changes at all, I will post another video with the updates.
Thank you for all your leg work! Truly appreciated!!
No problem, I try to keep up with helpful COMM videos.
Fellow amateur radio operator here - damn good video! I wasn't even aware that Baofeng made a radio with that connector. I just bought 2 and the Skyeye PTT. THANKS!!
Glad it was helpful!
@@CallMeColtLLC Probably not the best idea to use FRS on gear designed for amateur radio.
Im watching this 3 years later. Im wanting to do this hopefully with uv5re. Looks like I may have to switch radios. Thanks. Great video!
-Will
I can't recommend enough going to a multipin radio. I have a bunch of other videos showing the advantages/differences.
FINALLY!!! HAHAHA!! Thank you for having a brain and putting this great video together. Exactly what I've been looking for. Stay safe out there and God bless
Thanks for watching & glad it helped. That's why I made it.
Great job! I have been looking for this info. Thanks!
No problem! Share it with others who may need to know. That is why I made it... I couldn't find it when I needed it. :)
GREAT VIDEO! Thanks for all the info!
Appreciate it
This is one of those old school troubleshooting videos. People just don't do stuff like this anymore. Good video.
Thank you!
Great review as I have been looking into several comm setups, I currently have the Baofeng BFF 8HP and Walker Razor headsets.
You can put those two together but it's not as robust as this setup.
@@CallMeColtLLC I am starting to see that.
Very very informative video, thank you so much. Now I have a better idea of how comms work
Commos get very complicated unfortunately.
Thank you for a very good video and links!
You're welcome
Awesome information. Thank you for sharing this video!
Glad it was helpful!
Your video has been a huge help!
Glad it was!
Great job, will use this for putting my comms together. Semper-Fi
Hell year, roger that brother!
Great vid! Exactly the info I've been lookin for. Gear in the meaty part of the value curve.
The details and why's are key. Cheapchit is false economy.
Hats off to ya for "takin one, or two, for the team".😆 😁
Thank you!
Wow! Great video, you have probably helped more people than you know...
I hope so! That's why I made it, to save others the headache.
Saved me a grip of time and money man. Thanks for the info
No problem, glad it helped!
Nice antenna setup on the gear
Thanks 👍
Thanks for the video. Wish I would have found it sooner. I have a baofeng 9r plus. Bought a ptt from Amazon. It won’t work with my aviation (helicopter) 1 plug) headset.
Thanks for listing all the people you’ve spoken to.
Better late than never! This is an older video & I have learned a lot since then but overall, I still use the same setup. :)
Excellent video. I wish I'd seen this before ordering the UV 5R's
GT3WP is the way to go now. It's the same radio but much more rugged. It has seemed to replace the A58.
@@CallMeColtLLC Thanks! I'll have to add a couple of those to the coral then.
wow, you did a GREAT JOB!!!
Thank you. I'm really happy this video has reached & helped a lot of people.
Thankyou for the video, its exellent in helpfulness
Glad it was helpful!
Great video!
Greetings from Sweden
Thank you very much!
Man what a great video. Much Appreciated
Thanks for watching!
Excellent video, very informative, thanks
Happy it helped.
What a great video Brother
Thank you! I have learned a lot about bother making videos & communications gear since publishing this one, but, it is still helpful & has been one of my most watched videos. I'm considering making a follow-up video to this once I hit 4 years or something.
@@CallMeColtLLC a 4 year follow up video is a amazing idea Brother
Well done! Thank YOU! Keep it up!!!
You bet!
Thanks for sharing your knowledge!
Glad it was helpful!
Great vid, man - kudos 👊
Thanks for watching!
CallMeColt, Merry Christmas Eve to you and your family!
I just received my baofeng Gt-3wp's. I installed the Nagoya antennas to both my radios and was disappointed.
The distance was less than 100 ft. I did not purchase the adapters and thought it could be a connectivity issue between the Nogoya antenna and radio.
I reinstalled the manufactured antennas which came with my baofeng radios and tested the communication range.
Two miles was the cutoff point with original antennas.
I'm pleased with that range indeed. I'm going to return the Nagoya antennas and ask Amazon they send out another set. I'm hoping they work and curious the potential; additional range a longer antenna could possibly have.
Thanks for all your help. I enjoy my radios. They are very powerful. I have a lot to learn concerning programming, but in due season, all we be well!
Merry Christmas!
Hmm, sounds like you got bad antenna.
@@CallMeColtLLC I even tried a Nogoya antenna on one of my radios and kept the rubber duckie on the other; no go. I'm returning both Nogoya antennas and having amazon ship me out 2 additional. At least I get great distance, 2 miles, with original manufactured antennas. I'm hoping I can pull a little more distance with the taller Nogoya antennas. Well, it's Christmas day, CallMeColt, and I wish you and your family a very blessed one! Thanks for all your help, brother. I truly appreciate it!
@@137997311ful It's possible you got fake antennas. Hopefully you get it figured out!
@@CallMeColtLLC I looked on Nogoya website. The only discrepancy was a Rubber Gasket that came with my antennas.
There was a picture stating if the package had a Rubber Gasket in it, the antenna was fake. The packaging and markings all checked out as to be nonconterfit antennas.
So because of that Rubber Gasket, I could have received bad antennas.
Once again, thanks for all your help!
CallMeColt, first of all; Happy New Year!
Well, I sent back the two Nogoya antennas that didn't work out on my Baofeng GT-3WP'S.
Amazon sent me two more antennas and.....nope!
They don't aren't working, either.
I'm thinking I need the female adapters to screw onto my radios in order to get a better connection between the Nogoya antennas and my radios.
I ordered them and hoping this does the trick.
Like I mentioned before, with the manufactured rubber antennas that came with my baofeng radios, I'm able to transmit and receive at 2 miles. I'm hoping when all is said and done, I'll get a little more range with a taller antenna.
Take care, friend, and thanks for all your help. I truly appreciate your kindness!
Well done, brother! Thank you!
My pleasure!
Thanks for the video, very informative- I have the same headset - now looking for the comms and comm accessories to go with it.
There are links in the description on the video to everything. If the links are not working, please let me know.
@@CallMeColtLLC actually trying to create a 4-6 radio network … that doesn’t kill my wallet… for at least a 2+ mile range… encrypted would be a serious bonus, but think that will kill the budget
@@bakerfamily808 There's no real true encryption option available since it's not legal.
@@CallMeColtLLC it’s like HAM, your supposed to get a license 🤷♂️
@@bakerfamily808 True!
Like many others, thank you so much for this info. Just got interested in comms and your video was recommended below Warrior Poets recent comm setup
That would explain why my video has gotten so much traffic. Very cool. Glad you found it helpful. Lot's of other good information in the comments. I will be making more videos about topics like this in the future.
@@CallMeColtLLC actually, I'm about to pull the trigger on an A58/9R/whatever I can find that's the same.
Do you have any recommendations for where to buy one? The link on your video is not available now on amazon, but they have others like it.
@@RCFlyBoy314 www.amazon.com/dp/B01BSL58Z6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_LgBGFb26RSWTV. This one should work.
@@RCFlyBoy314 www.amazon.com/dp/B082Q1VL5Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fab_PhBGFb3YHVZZK Also this one.
Perfect, those were the two I found! Any reason I shouldn't go with the $31 over the $60....?
Cool setup. Hopefully we will find an easy DMR/Commercial setup, like this.
One day I hope. More options are becoming available.
Nice video, just signed up to take my license. Looking at the same type of setup. But also going to vehicle mount it and want a traditional cb hand mike as well. Thanks for advice
Thanks for watching!
Good Video, and I'm definitely interested in the Selex single ear headset. I've used Sordins and realized I don't like a headset on both ears, It just makes me act extremely paranoid at not knowing exactly where noise is coming from.
I found it a bit uncomfortable to be honest. I would like to find a Bowman type headset that has an amplified microphone for low noise use.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME :)
My pleasure!
I dig that ur tatical radio pouch
I did a whole video just on radio pouches/holders for setups like this on the channel. ruclips.net/video/SZp1jKanapE/видео.html
Great video thank you for sharing Sir!
No problem, thanks for watching.
Thanks man excellent vid!!!!
Glad you liked it!
excellent video. wish I had seen it earlier.
Better late than never!