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Dual band (VHF / UHF) and dual watch analog portable two-way radio. It is a economical handheld that includes a receive band of 65-108 MHz for the regular FM broadcast and providing 4 watt max output power. Ideated in P.R. of China, year of introduction 2012.
Reference market : amateur-radio
UV-5R specifications
| General |
| Frequency coverage | |
|---|---|
| Receive | 65.0000 ~ 108.0000 MHz [1] 136.0000 ~ 174.0000 MHz 400.0000 ~ 520.0000 MHz [2] |
| Transmit | 136.0000 ~ 174.0000 MHz 400.0000 ~ 520.0000 MHz [2] |
| Mode | |
| FM | |
| Tuning step | |
| 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 20 / 25 / 30 / 50 KHz [3] | |
| Receiver |
| Sensitivity | |
|---|---|
| FM | 0.2 uV (12dB SINAD) |
| Selectivity | |
| FM | > 60dB (on adjacent channel) |
| Spurious and image rejection | |
| > 60 dB | |
| Frequency stability | |
| ± 2.5 ppm | |
| Transmitter |
| Output power | |
|---|---|
| VHF | 1 / 4.5 W |
| UHF | 1 / 4 W |
| Spurious emission | |
| Adjacent channels | < -60 dB |
| Harmonic | < -36 dBm |
| Maximum deviation (FM) | |
| ± 5.0 KHz (wide) ± 2.5 KHz (narrow) |
|
| Features |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| 128 regular memories | |
| Display | |
| 1 KHz frequency resolution Segment-bar signal meter |
|
| Selective calling | |
| CTCSS / DCS DTMF ANI (Automatic Number Identification) 1750 Hz tone |
|
| Antenna | |
| SMA 50Ω | |
| Power supply | |
| 7.4 V battery (Li-Ion, 1800 mAh nominal) 8.4 VDC external |
|
| Power consumption | |
| 380 mA RX, typ 75 mA RX, squelch on 1.4 A TX, max power |
|
| Audio power | |
| 0.9 W | |
| Audio output | |
| Jack 3.5 mm headphone | |
| Connections | |
| Jack 3.5 mm (microphone) |
| Mechanical and environmental data |
| Operating temperature | |
|---|---|
| from -20°C to +60°C | |
| Dimensions | |
| 58 (W) x 110 (H) x 35 (D) mm projections not included | |
| Weight | |
| 130g 245g (with battery and antenna) |
- Commercial radio reception in Wide-FM mode.
- 400 ~ 480 MHz on old versions.
- 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25 KHz steps on old versions.
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The Baofeng UV5R has seen two major changes from its first introduction with the 2nd generation being signified by new firmware in 2014. There are several variants from an aesthetic point of view of this two-way radio. These variants have no real differences from the UV-5R besides their cosmetic design. Variations include:
- UV-5Rv2+
- UV-5R2
- UV-5RA
- UV-5RE
- UV-5R+
Please note that some of these may also no longer work with case specific accessories such as the original batteries (BL-5). Other version, as the Baofeng-Misuta 5R, are crossover radio with enhancement of chipset.
UV-5R features :
Dual watch to monitor two channels (semi duplex mode) with different frequencies even on different bands, the radio will monitor both giving priority to the first incoming signal. FM broadcast band, while still monitoring your radio stations in the background any incoming call will be given priority switching on VHF/UHF channel. Squelch adjustable in 10 levels. Supports for CTCSS, DCS, and DTMF calling methods. Two RF power levels (High / low). VOX (Voice-activated transmission) function. Offset for frequency shift when communicating via a repeater. Transmitter time-out timer (TOT) and busy channel lock-out (BCLO). Tri-color display. Automatic power saving function, when the channel does not carry out any signal the battery energy saving is turned on. Flashlight. Optional PC03 FTDI programming cable.
UV-5R price
We have collected for your convenience the Baofeng UV5R sale price (Euro) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.
 Price |
 Date |
 Condition |
| EUR 29.75 | 2021-jun | Brand-new |
| EUR 31.99 | 2018-oct | Brand-new |
UV-5R review
 | Giuseppe | 10 August 2021 |
Great radio! Excellent sensitivity, considerable battery runtime.
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