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Two SURPRISING ways to talk farther! Corded radio mic and extended range 771 antenna!
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Відео

Build Your SURVIVAL GMRS Pack Out Bag Radio Today!
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Get ready to stay connected in the wilderness with your very own SURVIVAL GMRS Pack Out Bag Radio! In this video, we'll show you how to build a reliable and portable communication system that will keep you safe and in touch with your team in any outdoor adventure. From choosing the right GMRS radio to packing the essential accessories, we've got you covered. Learn how to assemble your Pack Out ...
I Got My Hands on the Epic Retevis Ailunce HA1G GMRS Handheld Radio!
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I Got My Hands on the Epic Retevis Ailunce HA1G GMRS Handheld Radio!
Best GMRS Radio Antenna? Field Test on Radioddity GM 30 Plus!
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Best GMRS Radio Antenna? Field Test on Radioddity GM 30 Plus!
Radioddity DB20g GMRS Mobile Radio VS Popular Antennas TEST and REVIEW
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Radioddity DB20g GMRS Mobile Radio VS Popular Antennas TEST and REVIEW
Testing the NEW Melowave Bandit G EXTENDED RANGE GMRS Antenna!
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Testing the NEW Melowave Bandit G EXTENDED RANGE GMRS Antenna!
Swap Your AR Pistol Grip for BETTER Shooting Results in Minutes
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Swap Your AR Pistol Grip for BETTER Shooting Results in Minutes
Do GMRS Tactical Antennas WORK? Field Test - It's SHOCKING!
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Do GMRS Tactical Antennas WORK? Field Test - It's SHOCKING!
Easiest GMRS Radio Ever! Baofeng MP31 review!
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Easiest GMRS Radio Ever! Baofeng MP31 review!
The ALL NEW Radioddity GM 30 Plus GMRS model with GPS review! THE BEST IN 2024?
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The ALL NEW Radioddity GM 30 Plus GMRS model with GPS review! THE BEST IN 2024?
GMRS Antenna Field Test with the Signal Stuff Antenna Vs Nagoya 771g Vs Diamond SRJ77CA
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GMRS Antenna Field Test with the Signal Stuff Antenna Vs Nagoya 771g Vs Diamond SRJ77CA
How to Survive Any Disaster: Emergency Power & Communications Setup
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How to Survive Any Disaster: Emergency Power & Communications Setup
Best GMRS gear bag?.... Under $50 Amazon GMRS EDC Tactical Sling Bags
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Best GMRS gear bag?.... Under $50 Amazon GMRS EDC Tactical Sling Bags
RADIODDITY released their NEW Baofeng UV-5G PRO and it's awesome!!!!
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RADIODDITY released their NEW Baofeng UV-5G PRO and it's awesome!!!!
Do Extended Range Antennas Actually Work?
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Do Extended Range Antennas Actually Work?
**IMPORTANT** Some viewers have stated that the new firmware updates will "lock" GMRS back to 5w.
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IMPORTANT Some viewers have stated that the new firmware updates will "lock" GMRS back to 5w.
You got your GMRS radio, now find a repeater near you!
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You got your GMRS radio, now find a repeater near you!
Best Antennas for a TIDradio H3 GMRS!
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Best Antennas for a TIDradio H3 GMRS!
Request answered - HERE IT IS! How to Create Groups in TIDradio with Chirp and ODMaster!
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Request answered - HERE IT IS! How to Create Groups in TIDradio with Chirp and ODMaster!
WATERPROOF GMRS Baofeng UV 9g. What they changed from the early release stages in the beginning.
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WATERPROOF GMRS Baofeng UV 9g. What they changed from the early release stages in the beginning.
The BEST Features on the GMRS TIDradio TD-H8 and H3! CB Band now on H3! OD Master bluetooth Progra
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The BEST Features on the GMRS TIDradio TD-H8 and H3! CB Band now on H3! OD Master bluetooth Progra
Best GMRS antenna field testing! TIDradio H3, Baofeng 5g Plus, TIDradio H8, Radioddity GM-30
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Best GMRS antenna field testing! TIDradio H3, Baofeng 5g Plus, TIDradio H8, Radioddity GM-30
TESTED! Best GMRS Antennas on a budget. Smiley, Signal Stuff, Nagoya, Abbree all field tested!
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TESTED! Best GMRS Antennas on a budget. Smiley, Signal Stuff, Nagoya, Abbree all field tested!
BEST Amazon GMRS Radios Vol 1. TD-H3, TD-H8, Baofeng 5G Plus, 5RH, Radioddity GM-30 field tested!
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BEST Amazon GMRS Radios Vol 1. TD-H3, TD-H8, Baofeng 5G Plus, 5RH, Radioddity GM-30 field tested!
DON'T BUY another radio UNTIL YOU WATCH THIS! Wouxun KG-UV9GX Review and Field Test! Best GMRS???
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DON'T BUY another radio UNTIL YOU WATCH THIS! Wouxun KG-UV9GX Review and Field Test! Best GMRS???
Easy GMRS Chirp For Beginners. Radio programming for handheld and mobile radios! Equip Links Below!
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Easy GMRS Chirp For Beginners. Radio programming for handheld and mobile radios! Equip Links Below!
Test antennas by YOURSELF! Surecom SR-112 Simplex Repeater.
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Test antennas by YOURSELF! Surecom SR-112 Simplex Repeater.
What IS GMRS scramble mode? GMRS TIDradio TD-H3 power, bluetooth programming and Scramble feature!
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What IS GMRS scramble mode? GMRS TIDradio TD-H3 power, bluetooth programming and Scramble feature!
Cheap GMRS radio Faraday Cage
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Cheap GMRS radio Faraday Cage
TEST your GMRS radios!!!
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TEST your GMRS radios!!!

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @larrylezon1590
    @larrylezon1590 Годину тому

    Nice setup! You just earned a new subscriber.

  • @WRJK988
    @WRJK988 2 години тому

    I would throw a BNC adapter on that. They don't wear out as quick when installing and removing the antenna. Would also be a food idea to switch all your antennas to BNC.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical Годину тому

      @WRJK988 Was it you that told me that 4 or 5 months ago? I have a few because of a reply from a viewer. These antennas are all older so I have to use adapters to run BNC.

    • @WRJK988
      @WRJK988 34 хвилини тому

      @FirstUnitedTactical I don't think it was me, but I'm a firm believer in BNC connections for frequently removed antennas. I have bought a lot of the SMA to BNC adapters for all of my VHF/UHF antennas and radios, HT and Mobiles.

  • @jasonwilcox7027
    @jasonwilcox7027 3 години тому

    Great idea on making a mobile radio with more power. I am looking forward to your field tests to see how does compared to an HT.

  • @johnndavis7647
    @johnndavis7647 9 годин тому

    Is there a way to adjust the power so it wouldn't drain the battery so fast? I may not need to reach out 30 miles most of the time. Most of my friends and family live within 10 miles so I don't think I need that much power.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 6 годин тому

      @johnndavis7647 This set up isn't for a permanent radio. This is more for emergency use if your handheld dies while hiking or whatever. You always want to use a handheld, mobile or base radio when you are talking on a "normal" level to friends and family. Theres no way to recharge this battery without household 110 power, so that makes it emergency use only. But yes, you can control Low, Medium, High power settings on the radio.

  • @observationpostcharlie1365
    @observationpostcharlie1365 10 годин тому

    Yes but how far your shorts are not giving enough info

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 6 годин тому

      @observationpostcharlie1365 I know it. Theres a program I use to cut them down, and I had them set for less than 30 seconds. The new ones are up to 1 min. I only do 2 a locations, 5 mile and 8 mile. 8 mile has the cows, 5 is just a field.

  • @toddshook1765
    @toddshook1765 16 годин тому

    Great review. I just bought the DB20g and HYS base antenna; should be delivered Wednesday. Seen good reviews on the radio and will be main base radio for time. Will be needing a good mobile antenna and glad you broke it down.

  • @dslayer1169
    @dslayer1169 17 годин тому

    I have one and this would be perfect to put on my backpack with a hand mic on the strap when I’m out walking. A true 5 watt GMRS handheld with a battery that can support that output is amazing.

  • @stanminturn3585
    @stanminturn3585 17 годин тому

    You need to try Midland MXTA13 it's on Midlands website for $20 it works real good for me, it came with my Midland mxt115 Radio. After all my gmrs antennas I went through I finally gave this one a try it blows them all out of the water.

  • @ricdonato4328
    @ricdonato4328 21 годину тому

    Good news, I have a few of those Tidradio extended antennae, yes they are good. Based on your review of the Abbree 771 GMRS orange antenna I purchased the 15" GMRS, it too is an amazing antenna. Switching between both antennae the feedback was consistent, saying on their end the Abbree sounded better and less scratchy. Until after the tests they did not know which antenna I was using, each report was more in favor of the Abbree. Then when I informed them the antennae, I was using they were pleasantly surprised, saying they must purchase one for themselves. Thank you for running those tests.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 21 годину тому

      @ricdonato4328 Yes, the Abbree antennas are tuned specifically for GMRS where most of the Tidradio 771's that shipped with radios are HAM. These are new GMRS tuned antennas. I haven't had a chance to field test against other antennas due to weather, but I will get a good video on that soon!

  • @Rusted_Link
    @Rusted_Link 22 години тому

    You got to check out my set up using the DB25-D.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 21 годину тому

      @@Rusted_Link Where can I see it?????

    • @Rusted_Link
      @Rusted_Link 21 годину тому

      UA-cam doesn't allow links anymore.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 20 годин тому

      @Rusted_Link I can put a link here to any of my Amazon products or any of my videos. What kind of link is it blocking?

    • @Rusted_Link
      @Rusted_Link 3 години тому

      ua-cam.com/video/DKa4wJ9cCsM/v-deo.htmlsi=98cm3dJVpOuvq-up

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical Годину тому

      @Rusted_Link That's an awesome setup!

  • @tc1uscg65
    @tc1uscg65 23 години тому

    Man, where were you a few years ago. I've invested in two Hardened Power ammo boxes for my midland radios. the MXT40 and 115. A little more technical but your kit appears to get the job done at a much lesser price. Not knocking hardened power but still...

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 21 годину тому

      @@tc1uscg65 Yeah, I have a few ammo cans laying around here I was gonna do, but, ya know! This is much easier and also has a shoulder strap!

  • @reloadnorth7722
    @reloadnorth7722 23 години тому

    Brand? Model?

  • @nicke.3011
    @nicke.3011 День тому

    The mass majority of Americans arent going into the wilderness to talk to anyone on gmrs. This $200 would be better spent on a lot of other things.

  • @kidbach
    @kidbach День тому

    Nice pack radio. How many Ah is that Bionneno battery? Thanks for sharing. WRPD614

  • @robert4027
    @robert4027 День тому

    how does it do in the woods and hills

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @robert4027 I just put it together. I tried to do a field test this morning but too much rain and 99% humidity made transmission horrible. It will be better than a handheld, but this should only be used in emergency because it takes 110 to charge the battery. Solar won't do it.

    • @robert4027
      @robert4027 День тому

      @FirstUnitedTactical understandable

  • @MrHugo61
    @MrHugo61 День тому

    I don't see a link

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @@MrHugo61 That's a clip from the main UA-cam full video. All of the links and stuff are on that description.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @@MrHugo61 ua-cam.com/video/EBC1SsxYuDY/v-deo.htmlsi=UCHNYBmp5nbJ0e4z

    • @frankgeis6064
      @frankgeis6064 15 годин тому

      I don’t understand the concept of your video you talk about this radio, but you do not show it or included in a link below of your video

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 14 годин тому

      @@frankgeis6064 ua-cam.com/video/EBC1SsxYuDY/v-deo.htmlsi=vTHPYIM3aoVGHqkv These shorts are automatically clipped from the main video and posted on social media. That link is the full video link on UA-cam.

    • @frankgeis6064
      @frankgeis6064 14 годин тому

      @ Thank you appreciate it

  • @DaytonaJim78
    @DaytonaJim78 День тому

    Awesome brother!!

  • @marcusalancate1782
    @marcusalancate1782 День тому

    I like the way you explain details in plain common sense no tech talk manner. Works great! Thanks and Merry Christmas!

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @@marcusalancate1782 I appreciate that Marcus. Merry Christmas to you as well!

  • @grizsgarage
    @grizsgarage День тому

    I bought a 5 pack for just under 20 bucks delivered.

  • @ricdonato4328
    @ricdonato4328 День тому

    After watching your review of the Abbree 771G, I purchased it. As of 2024-12-10 it cost me $7.99. Truly, I did not expect any better nor worse than the included Tidradio H3 15" 771 extended range antenna. The reports I received were outstanding, considerably better than H3's 15" extended range antenna. First, I hit the repeaters twenty-five plus miles away. Second, responders said I was coming in very well with just a bit of static but nothing to complain about. For the record I was in my home office not outside. Three, I went out on the back porch, Pine trees all over the backyard, and we are in the lowest section of the subdivision on a pond, they said I came in better, however the first call was very good as well. The Tidradio H3 extended range antenna from within my home office most often did not do well thus I needed to go outside on the upper back porch, or outside to the driveway. This Abbree orange 15.5" antenna is outstanding, much better than any of my other GMRS antennas which includes the Nagoya 771G. Keep up the good work, thank you.

  • @MissingLinkMTB
    @MissingLinkMTB День тому

    Discount code does in fact work. I'm ordering a bunch right now.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @@MissingLinkMTB So it still gave you 10% off that sale price?

  • @billhaynes8646
    @billhaynes8646 День тому

    I have that bag as a complete/extensive fier kit. If you cant get a fier going with it.. you shouldn't be outdoors

  • @roccity_indo_growz
    @roccity_indo_growz 2 дні тому

    Awesome looking radio. Looks like it has a strong build like the Tidradio H8. I was wondering if you had any info on firmware mods for the H8 ? I've had it for a while and it works great.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      Go to Tidradio.com and select the model you have, HAM, GMRS, or Unlocked. Download that software and it will tell you the current version. The version in your radio is Menu option 42.

    • @terryshrives8322
      @terryshrives8322 День тому

      I'm sorry, I didn't catch exactly what radio is? Can I unlock it?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @@terryshrives8322 Here's the full video. The unlock link is in the description. This is just a small clip from the main UA-cam review. ua-cam.com/video/EBC1SsxYuDY/v-deo.htmlsi=UCHNYBmp5nbJ0e4z

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical День тому

      @terryshrives8322 Ailunce HA1G

  • @marcusalancate1782
    @marcusalancate1782 2 дні тому

    I think i would consider maybe adding a jumper coax to give the radio a good ear (like a mag mount) for my truck. 🤷

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      I actually thought about doing that. I was thinking of adding a normal 12' - 16' coax for mobile with mag mount then cutting down a pizza pan to fit in the bag. The only problem is the antenna would be very low to the ground and it needs to be up high. In the test, I'm just going to hold the bag up over my head...

  • @olacop
    @olacop 2 дні тому

    How long will it last running on that battery?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @olacop No one knows. This bag would only be used as an emergency, so hopefully not used too much. I will be talking about how important it us to carry a solar charger to keep your handheld going at the same time. I wish there was an indicator, but there isn't. I will be testing it this weekend with field tests, then I will monitor the time it takes to recharge. It took 2 hours to charge from totally dead. That's the baseline for the charging time.

  • @SignalJones
    @SignalJones 2 дні тому

    bro that Q10G is super clear. the TD-h3 puts up a good show, but the Q10 shows why a Super hetrodyne is king

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @SignalJones Yep, and I just got my hands on the newest one with a brighter screen. I'm running field tests tomorrow!!!! Other than the Wouxuns I have, the H3 is still favorite!

    • @SignalJones
      @SignalJones 2 дні тому

      @FirstUnitedTactical I've got a couple of H3's, and some Midlands slightly better than bubble packs.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @SignalJones Oh yeah Midland will be a much better quality than budget radios. It, it's crazy how many features the H3's come with. Have you kept up with the firmware updates?

    • @SignalJones
      @SignalJones 2 дні тому

      @@FirstUnitedTactical I just got them, so no. 😂

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @SignalJones Alright, they are probably updated already. Check the Tidradio.com site and click on H3, then find the software tab. It will tell u the latest version.

  • @joeyt684
    @joeyt684 2 дні тому

    Was looking at the 771g antenna to use w this setup. It's rated for 10W vs. the 20W transmitter. Does it really matter. Newbie question

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @@joeyt684 We will be finding out this weekend. The Diamind SRJ77CA is a 20w antenna, which may be more suitable.

  • @reloadnorth7722
    @reloadnorth7722 2 дні тому

    Excellent. I can get everything easily here in Canada except the radio because of our less than 3rd world restrictions. I can get an Anytone 778UV for a semi reasonable price, hoping that would work.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @reloadnorth7722 That Anytone is too wide. Im looking at mine now that I use as a base station radio. You would need to get 1 size larger bag to hold it. Look in the description of this video and click the link for the HAM video I got the idea from. He uses a Yaesu I believe.

    • @reloadnorth7722
      @reloadnorth7722 2 дні тому

      @@FirstUnitedTactical Ok, Thankyou

  • @markronck3415
    @markronck3415 3 дні тому

    Sorta sad that my two Radioddity GM 30's radios are not supported

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@markronck3415 I KNOW!!!! I love the GM30's... I've complained to Radioddity about adding them.

  • @imtall31
    @imtall31 3 дні тому

    Is it safe to transmit at 20 watts, that close to the antenna?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@imtall31 I'm not sure if safe is the correct wording, but I'm going to take it for a field test this weekend (like all my other tests). I'm more worried about 20w that close to my head! There will be a lot of footage with it sitting on my hood and me standing at the length of the mic cord!

  • @StevieB-jj9fz
    @StevieB-jj9fz 3 дні тому

    Man that's a heck of an antenna. Whats the best antenna you tested so far. Nagoya maybe?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @StevieB-jj9fz Yep. Nagoya 771g. Then second is the Abbree 771 and the Diamond SRJ77CA. There's a lot of videos with different antennas and radios.

  • @dougtinsley1320
    @dougtinsley1320 3 дні тому

    I can't find one of those Right Angle connectors anywhere

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@dougtinsley1320 look at the top of the comments or in my description. I have a page with all the links you need.

    • @dougtinsley1320
      @dougtinsley1320 3 дні тому

      @FirstUnitedTactical Hi, I saw those links but I was trying to find SMA MALE TO SO259 all in one piece like some of the other connectors that are listed. Perhaps I overlooked it. Thank You from the North Woods, Doug

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@dougtinsley1320 here ya go. It's the very last item: amzn.to/49BTwzO

  • @Stev98000
    @Stev98000 3 дні тому

    Add a solar charge controller and a solar panel for charging in the field

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@Stev98000 I have a small 10w foldable one. I can't figure out how to make a connection from the USB to the battery .

  • @DaytonaJim78
    @DaytonaJim78 3 дні тому

    What’s up!!!

  • @scotty_macharooni
    @scotty_macharooni 3 дні тому

    I can resume watching now that you have a better hat.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      Hilarious!!!!!! It's either a Clemson, Georgia or my Vortex! Sometimes I wear a black Sig hat....

  • @ossqss
    @ossqss 3 дні тому

    I love off the shelf integrations. Thanks for sharing. I never had much luck with those folding antennas. It will be interesting to see how the others perform. Mount it high on the backpack and we may be surprised. Where's the portable solar panels and the StarLink? 🙂

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      You know what???? I bought a small 10w folding solar panel that unfolds and can clip onto the bag, and charge as you are walking. One like that. I forgot to put it in the video!!!!! I'm having a hard time finding a USB plug that will fit the battery itself though.... I hope to test it with other antennas this weekend. Look for it next week, fingers crossed!

    • @ossqss
      @ossqss 3 дні тому

      @@FirstUnitedTactical It would be really cool if somebody made a cordless tool/drill battery adapter to power things. I do have a USB direct charging adapter for those batteries along with many other things like fans, blowers, lights, and tools. Sliding a 4 or 6+ AH drill battery into that pack would be awesome and versatile in times of need. Let alone the redundancy since most of us have several of those batteries already. You have 12v out of that battery in your video, so why not use a female 12v socket adapter and have at it. Lots of stuff can be placed into that that are off the shelf and 5v USB output. Heck, I still plug a radar detector into one of those in my car. LOL (they still work :-))

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @ossqss Could it be as simple as getting a universal power cord for your computer, or radar detector? I thought lithium batteries needed a special kinda juice.... I guess juice is juice tho!

    • @wharris7594
      @wharris7594 2 дні тому

      ​​@FirstUnitedTactical Helene Vibes WSGF740 It's been crazy in NC doing clean up

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @wharris7594 I was in Spartanburg for about 2 months running insurance claims for USAA. While I was there, Travelers Rest was the strongest tower, and Ceasars? I'm praying for you and your family man. It was bad enough with trees splitting houses in two in SC. Yall stay safe and warm up there! Reach out to me anytime brother!

  • @joshscarborough697
    @joshscarborough697 3 дні тому

    I love this idea. I have the DB20G in my truck and love it. I want to get a second one now to build this setup. Great video.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @joshscarborough697 Thanks! The db20g is an awesome radio! Im hoping to run field tests tgis weekend. Im thinking a Nagoya 771g may do just as good as tge 42.5 tactical. Look for that video next week. The link for this bag is at the top of the comments and my full store link is in the description.

  • @MrHugo61
    @MrHugo61 3 дні тому

    How's the battery life with this setup?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @MrHugo61 I haven't had a chance to test that. It will be hard also because there's no battery meter to tell me if it's 50% or 25% level. Without being lithium, it will continue to push 100% power until it crashes and dies at the last second. There's not an easy way to tell.

  • @DaytonaJim78
    @DaytonaJim78 3 дні тому

    Awesome now we can cook our brain lol!! Can’t wait for the testing

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@DaytonaJim78 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @joeyt684
      @joeyt684 2 дні тому

      Medium rare please

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 2 дні тому

      @joeyt684 Nah, just hold it over your head! The higher the antenna the better the signal anyway, right!!!

  • @theprepperdad
    @theprepperdad 3 дні тому

    Well darn...I think my wife may have bought me this radio for Christmas so I HAD to watch. 🤣 So I do have a question for you. If I cut the cigarette plug off to convert the radio to use on the go and still wanted the option to use in my truck, I'd need to purchase an Anderson to Car Cigarette Lighter adapter, yes?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @theprepperdad Well, that kit of Poles has more than enough. That's what I did. I just keep the cord with cigarette lighter ready to plug straight into radio.

    • @theprepperdad
      @theprepperdad 3 дні тому

      @@FirstUnitedTactical oh duh! lol 🤪

    • @tactipews
      @tactipews 3 дні тому

      keep the cigarette plug you cut off from the radio and solder the same type of connectors you use for your mobile battery pack

    • @Redneckerthanu
      @Redneckerthanu 3 дні тому

      Im curious on how long the battery would last with continuous monitoring and occasional qso’s ?

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @@Redneckerthanu I answered a similar question in the comments, and there's no clear answer. I would use the setup as more of an emergency communication radio. A little budget radio with a 1500mah battery will run standby all day, so this should last 2-3 days just monitoring. 20w transmission will suck the battery dry pretty quick tho.

  • @paulbrown9574
    @paulbrown9574 3 дні тому

    It's fun to overhear the conversation live on the radio then see it in your videos. Been working on a similar design for backpacking. I was going to use a fused PowerPole distribution block to get a few accessories like USB plug on the same battery but I like the simplicity of straight from battery to radio like you did. Question: should there be a fuse on the hot side of that lead between the battery and the radio? The only other items I am thinking about is a battery and current monitor and a roll-up J-pole (N9TAX). Good stuff David.

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

      @paulbrown9574 Oh dang! Yes, there should be a fuse cause it's 12v. I didn't even think of that! But honestly, nothing is there to shear it or splice the wiring so it should be fine without a fuse.

  • @holdfastjoe8841
    @holdfastjoe8841 3 дні тому

    Excellent

  • @FirstUnitedTactical
    @FirstUnitedTactical 3 дні тому

    Here are the links for everything I used for this radio kit: amzn.to/4fe1f8n

  • @jackasmaryan1776
    @jackasmaryan1776 4 дні тому

    Which antenna is it?

  • @observationpostcharlie1365
    @observationpostcharlie1365 4 дні тому

    Great video brother budget sub $40

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 4 дні тому

      @observationpostcharlie1365 Whats happening Charlie! I appreciate it brother. I tried to get out today for the field test (with alot other tests also) but couldn't make it. One day this week!

  • @FirstUnitedTactical
    @FirstUnitedTactical 5 днів тому

    Full Video here: ua-cam.com/video/EBC1SsxYuDY/v-deo.html

  • @mitchh6702
    @mitchh6702 5 днів тому

    Tell us more!

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 5 днів тому

      Hey Mitch, here's the link to the full video. It's the ailunce HA1G handheld radio. There will be more videos on this radio coming up. ua-cam.com/video/EBC1SsxYuDY/v-deo.html

  • @ArturBerkut
    @ArturBerkut 5 днів тому

    the best testing video so far!

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 5 днів тому

      I appreciate it Artur! This is actually an older one, so there are better ones since then. I've tried to combine the most popular radios with all the different common antennas throughout the months. Thanks though, and watch some others. If you want to see me comparing radios or antennas, just let me know and I will if I can!

  • @DaytonaJim78
    @DaytonaJim78 5 днів тому

    My h8 is getting 7 and my buddy is getting 9 but I might get this for the job site!

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 5 днів тому

      I have numerous H8's and they don't necessarily push that much on the designated channel. One of mine says 11 watts, but it doesn't transmit as good as a solid 4.5w radio. That tells me that the radio might be pushing that much power, but it's spread on both sides of the designated frequency, left and right. It's called "drift" and that's what others mean when they talk about "spurious emissions". At the end of the day, the H8's are just a normal 4-5w radio, but I still love them! In fact, I did a video on this subject with a 5w GMRS and a 10w HAM: ua-cam.com/video/uasQPndSeyw/v-deo.html

    • @DaytonaJim78
      @DaytonaJim78 5 днів тому

      @ I will check it out thanks!

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 5 днів тому

      @@DaytonaJim78 Hey bud! I didn't realize it was you that sent that comment. I was looking at it on my phone and sometimes it doesn't look the same as a computer screen. Sorry if I was condescending!

  • @mitchh6702
    @mitchh6702 5 днів тому

    Excellent, enjoy your testing! I will be watching your mobile antenna comparisons. I have 2 older nagoya ut72G magnetic antennas that have worked good for me. I also carry a tiny Midland 13mxta when travelling it's tiny and fits in my suitcase!

    • @FirstUnitedTactical
      @FirstUnitedTactical 5 днів тому

      That Midland is an awesome antenna! I know a guy that travels a lot and carry's a Radioddity DB20g and that antenna, and uses it in rental cars when he is out of town! I haven't had much luck with the 72g, which is hard for me to swallow because I know how awesome Nagoya is with GMRS....