Interesting, I was given some PMR/FRS radios recently to 'play' with and found they were identical inside to another model targeted at the ham/low end pro market by the same manufacturer. They were easily reprogrammable in Chirp to become useful on 70CM with higher power output, I wonder if the same applies to these and if they could be reprogrammed...
Is is possible to turn off all the beeps, bleeps, and bloops? A real squelch? Turn off the sell-call system? Turn off the voice prompts? I have been looking for a good GMRS radio but those features have been a deal killer.
The side connector looks somewhat similar so some motorola radios, maybe compatible? Moreover would be interesting if those radios can be reprogrammed, maybe ham radio. A very simple and robust thing just for the local repeater or meybe some SOTA activity 😇
Very reminiscent of the connectors used on lots of 'pro' radios like Moto and various others, still frustrating that there's yet another 'standard' to buy a headset/fist mic for though.
If you only use the FRS channels you do not need a GMRS license, I know it is a technical point, but those of us who tell peoplethings should ge tit right.
*Summary of "**#1602** Retevis NR30 GMRS Transceiver Review" by IMSAI Guy* *General Overview* - The video reviews the Retevis NR30 GMRS radio. - The radio is solidly built but lacks a display. - Requires a GMRS license to operate. *Features* - Volume knob indicates the channel number. - Two additional buttons for power level and noise reduction. - Comes with a 2800 mAh battery. - Drop-in charger and USB-C charging options. - Battery has a charge indicator light. *Design Flaws* - No lock on the channel knob, easy to bump. - Poor design for speaker/microphone port cover. - Cannot use standard microphones or earphones. *Programming* - Comes with a unique programming cable. - Can be programmed for power levels, FM modes, and groups. - Pre-programmed with codes and tones. *Tests* - Output power test: Low (0.7W), Mid (5W), High (9.3W). - Spectral purity test passed. - Audio test with and without noise reduction. *Final Thoughts* - Recommends the radio for its audio quality and high power. - Criticizes the lack of a display.
Can you please tell me how far they go? There’s a company selling a walkie-talkie where I just bought two of them. It was like 400 bucks they were terrible. Supposedly you could use them and talk from New Jersey to Iraq and only did that a couple times. How far can you reach with these? I just need something local to where I could reach my guys when they’re 30 4050 miles away. Will this do that Please answer.
@@malakaimessina7446 any of these handhelds are limited by line of sight. There are radios that basically work on cell service that can talk at great distances, the same way cell phones can. If you want to talk to someone 30-50 miles away you'll need clear line of sight or a repeater with clear line of sight. Regardless of the manufacturer, their wild claims, or output power, most every handheld is going to get about the same range. A 5w GMRS will do a little better than a 2w FRS radio, but not a whole lot; you're looking at typically around 1/2-3/4 mile in an urban setting and up to a couple of miles to around 5 in more open terrain and you could get 20-30+ if you're talking mountain top to mountain top with clear line of sight.
If anyone wants to turn off the CTCSS privacy tones in their #RetevisNR30, you can do it manually without using the software. This will allow you to hear others when they are transmitting. The following is the procedure: 1) Turn radio off 2) Press transmit and the little button with (2) nubs below the transmit button at the same time 3) While holding those buttons down, turn the radio on (it will make the 'on' sound) but keep holding those buttons until you hear a beep. Release the two buttons. 4) At this point all the privacy tones will be disabled until you repeat this same process to turn them back on. 5) Basically it is the same as selecting or de-selecting the checkbox in the software 6) Hope this helps
The attachment port on the side is compatible with Ailunce Speaker/Mics and any accessories with a PRO/PTX motorola style connector
Why did you exclude a power test on repeater inputs? That is an important test to just ignore.
Thanks for the review! Since you took the effort to remove the non-removable antenna, does the NR30 use an SMA-F or SMA-M type antenna?
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Interesting, I was given some PMR/FRS radios recently to 'play' with and found they were identical inside to another model targeted at the ham/low end pro market by the same manufacturer.
They were easily reprogrammable in Chirp to become useful on 70CM with higher power output, I wonder if the same applies to these and if they could be reprogrammed...
Is is possible to turn off all the beeps, bleeps, and bloops? A real squelch? Turn off the sell-call system? Turn off the voice prompts? I have been looking for a good GMRS radio but those features have been a deal killer.
search my channel for 'Retevis GMRS' I have reviewed other radios by them that are really nice. I recommend the RB17P
@@IMSAIGuy Thanks. The radios would be used in situation where such sound-effects/noises would cause problems.
The side connector looks somewhat similar so some motorola radios, maybe compatible? Moreover would be interesting if those radios can be reprogrammed, maybe ham radio. A very simple and robust thing just for the local repeater or meybe some SOTA activity 😇
Very reminiscent of the connectors used on lots of 'pro' radios like Moto and various others, still frustrating that there's yet another 'standard' to buy a headset/fist mic for though.
If you only use the FRS channels you do not need a GMRS license, I know it is a technical point, but those of us who tell peoplethings should ge tit right.
other technical points. FRS limited to 2 watts I believe with no license you are limited to 0.5 watts and non-removable antenna.
I did not receive any programming cable
*Summary of "**#1602** Retevis NR30 GMRS Transceiver Review" by IMSAI Guy*
*General Overview*
- The video reviews the Retevis NR30 GMRS radio.
- The radio is solidly built but lacks a display.
- Requires a GMRS license to operate.
*Features*
- Volume knob indicates the channel number.
- Two additional buttons for power level and noise reduction.
- Comes with a 2800 mAh battery.
- Drop-in charger and USB-C charging options.
- Battery has a charge indicator light.
*Design Flaws*
- No lock on the channel knob, easy to bump.
- Poor design for speaker/microphone port cover.
- Cannot use standard microphones or earphones.
*Programming*
- Comes with a unique programming cable.
- Can be programmed for power levels, FM modes, and groups.
- Pre-programmed with codes and tones.
*Tests*
- Output power test: Low (0.7W), Mid (5W), High (9.3W).
- Spectral purity test passed.
- Audio test with and without noise reduction.
*Final Thoughts*
- Recommends the radio for its audio quality and high power.
- Criticizes the lack of a display.
Two-Way AI Noise Reduction? That's what the ad says. Whaaaaaat? Is this thing gunna censor my speech?
I have the "RETIVES AILUNCE HA1G" Fantastic radio, same radio only with a front screen.
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Is it 8 watts?
@@stephenszabo2361 yes, watch the video: ua-cam.com/video/NHgkTVKRo_g/v-deo.htmlsi=Ci8Jmnu2HgMAicfT
@IMSAIGuy, whatever you sent me does not work.
Furthermore, it is a radio for left-handed users
lol you need a license no you don’t surf or emergency use only doesn’t and also you can reprogram them I’m getting one to use for my fire department
Can you please tell me how far they go? There’s a company selling a walkie-talkie where I just bought two of them. It was like 400 bucks they were terrible. Supposedly you could use them and talk from New Jersey to Iraq and only did that a couple times. How far can you reach with these? I just need something local to where I could reach my guys when they’re 30 4050 miles away. Will this do that Please answer.
@@malakaimessina7446 any of these handhelds are limited by line of sight. There are radios that basically work on cell service that can talk at great distances, the same way cell phones can. If you want to talk to someone 30-50 miles away you'll need clear line of sight or a repeater with clear line of sight. Regardless of the manufacturer, their wild claims, or output power, most every handheld is going to get about the same range. A 5w GMRS will do a little better than a 2w FRS radio, but not a whole lot; you're looking at typically around 1/2-3/4 mile in an urban setting and up to a couple of miles to around 5 in more open terrain and you could get 20-30+ if you're talking mountain top to mountain top with clear line of sight.
If anyone wants to turn off the CTCSS privacy tones in their #RetevisNR30, you can do it manually without using the software. This will allow you to hear others when they are transmitting.
The following is the procedure:
1) Turn radio off
2) Press transmit and the little button with (2) nubs below the transmit button at the same time
3) While holding those buttons down, turn the radio on (it will make the 'on' sound) but keep holding those buttons until you hear a beep. Release the two buttons.
4) At this point all the privacy tones will be disabled until you repeat this same process to turn them back on.
5) Basically it is the same as selecting or de-selecting the checkbox in the software
6) Hope this helps
nice toy.
USB-C has been disappointing at best. Always breaking off.
This is by design. Better to break the disposable male connector than the device destroying female connector.