Never thought I would be writing anything like this ... but here we go.
Imagine a well-built, capable, 128-channel dual-band HT. Analog, FM-only. Decent scan speed. Ships with the following accessories ...
-Two 2200mAH Li-Ion batteries -Drop-in cradle charger (AC AND car cords included) -Traditional 7" antenna -16" improved antenna -A beefy speaker-mic, with great strain-reliefs on cord, rotating clip -A "two-wire" earpiece/inline-mic (light-duty quality) -Programming cable for Windows -CHIRP already has supported it - for Mac and Windows
$52 for it all. Here is a NON-affiliate link to it on Amazon ...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089LGD1FX?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089LGD1FX?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1
TIDRadio Model TD-H6. Facebook support group. Web site support. Messenger support.
The HT is also Bluetooth programmable - with a $22 accessory purchase.
The HT is NOT "replacing" anything I already carry with me. (NOT a duplex/satellite HT.) But it sure is a "cut above" the more-difficult-to-get-to-know $25-45 HT ONLY units out there.
This package would be much more enjoyable for someone entering the hobby than MANY others - with limited or non-existent support, and programming difficulties.
I got involved with TIDRadio as I have been testing their Bluetooth BL-1 dongle. (Tentative opinion: It works, it is sometimes clumsy, it is better when you use it in conjunction with their Web site, but TIDRadio is listening to hams, and are updating and improving.)
As always, I have absolutely no financial interest in this. I mention it because we all have seen much frustration with many other models of HTs when it comes to programming. When Gordon West and I started pre-programming HTs for new hams while I was working at HRO-Anaheim in 2004, the goal was to get folks on the air ASAP. Learn the radio a little later - but get on the air with your new license NOW! This package from TIDRadio is much more "attractive" than MANY other offerings I have seen and experienced.
So there it is, folks. Clint is writing something positive regarding a well-under $100 Chinese radio ... Does the live record album "Hell Freezes Over" from the Eagles come to mind to anyone?
Clint Bradford K6LCS 909-999-SATS
Just curious. They mention:
TIDRADIO TD-H6 10Watt Ham Radio Handheld Upgraded from BaoFeng UV-5R Dual Band Walkie Talkies with Extra 2200mAh Battery, Programming Cable, Speak
Upgraded from Baofang….I was told that those radios are NOT FCC approved…..
Comments?
Herb
Please excuse any typo's as this was sent from my iPhone.
On Aug 20, 2022, at 4:37 PM, Clint Bradford via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Never thought I would be writing anything like this ... but here we go.
Imagine a well-built, capable, 128-channel dual-band HT. Analog, FM-only. Decent scan speed. Ships with the following accessories ...
-Two 2200mAH Li-Ion batteries -Drop-in cradle charger (AC AND car cords included) -Traditional 7" antenna -16" improved antenna -A beefy speaker-mic, with great strain-reliefs on cord, rotating clip -A "two-wire" earpiece/inline-mic (light-duty quality) -Programming cable for Windows -CHIRP already has supported it - for Mac and Windows
$52 for it all. Here is a NON-affiliate link to it on Amazon ...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089LGD1FX?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&...
TIDRadio Model TD-H6. Facebook support group. Web site support. Messenger support.
The HT is also Bluetooth programmable - with a $22 accessory purchase.
The HT is NOT "replacing" anything I already carry with me. (NOT a duplex/satellite HT.) But it sure is a "cut above" the more-difficult-to-get-to-know $25-45 HT ONLY units out there.
This package would be much more enjoyable for someone entering the hobby than MANY others - with limited or non-existent support, and programming difficulties.
I got involved with TIDRadio as I have been testing their Bluetooth BL-1 dongle. (Tentative opinion: It works, it is sometimes clumsy, it is better when you use it in conjunction with their Web site, but TIDRadio is listening to hams, and are updating and improving.)
As always, I have absolutely no financial interest in this. I mention it because we all have seen much frustration with many other models of HTs when it comes to programming. When Gordon West and I started pre-programming HTs for new hams while I was working at HRO-Anaheim in 2004, the goal was to get folks on the air ASAP. Learn the radio a little later - but get on the air with your new license NOW! This package from TIDRadio is much more "attractive" than MANY other offerings I have seen and experienced.
So there it is, folks. Clint is writing something positive regarding a well-under $100 Chinese radio ... Does the live record album "Hell Freezes Over" from the Eagles come to mind to anyone?
Clint Bradford K6LCS 909-999-SATS
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They're not. If you have an amateur radio license, your radio doesn't need FCC approval.
On 20/08/2022 19:41 EDT Herb Sims [email protected] wrote:
Upgraded from Baofang….I was told that those radios are NOT FCC approved…..
Comments?
Tough crowd … Here’s the FCC ID paperwork …
https://fcc.report/FCC-ID/2AWL3TIDRADIOTD-H6 https://fcc.report/FCC-ID/2AWL3TIDRADIOTD-H6
The stated “10W” is marketing silliness. The HT WILL do 9.3W - just not within our amateur privileges.
Again, I posted that because it is a great deal at $100 … let alone $52.
Clint K6LCS 909-999-SATS
Upgraded from Baofang….I was told that those radios are NOT FCC approved…..
Hi Clint, Thank you for all the very interesting information but, let me say, the true gem in your post is the hint at The Eagles’ reunion album! :-)
Let’s this not be lost in the noise! ;-)
73 de IW7ECJ Joe Nicotera [email protected]
On 20 Aug 2022, at 23:37, Clint Bradford via AMSAT-BB [email protected] wrote:
Never thought I would be writing anything like this ... but here we go.
Imagine a well-built, capable, 128-channel dual-band HT. Analog, FM-only. Decent scan speed. Ships with the following accessories ...
-Two 2200mAH Li-Ion batteries -Drop-in cradle charger (AC AND car cords included) -Traditional 7" antenna -16" improved antenna -A beefy speaker-mic, with great strain-reliefs on cord, rotating clip -A "two-wire" earpiece/inline-mic (light-duty quality) -Programming cable for Windows -CHIRP already has supported it - for Mac and Windows
$52 for it all. Here is a NON-affiliate link to it on Amazon ...
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B089LGD1FX?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&...
TIDRadio Model TD-H6. Facebook support group. Web site support. Messenger support.
The HT is also Bluetooth programmable - with a $22 accessory purchase.
The HT is NOT "replacing" anything I already carry with me. (NOT a duplex/satellite HT.) But it sure is a "cut above" the more-difficult-to-get-to-know $25-45 HT ONLY units out there.
This package would be much more enjoyable for someone entering the hobby than MANY others - with limited or non-existent support, and programming difficulties.
I got involved with TIDRadio as I have been testing their Bluetooth BL-1 dongle. (Tentative opinion: It works, it is sometimes clumsy, it is better when you use it in conjunction with their Web site, but TIDRadio is listening to hams, and are updating and improving.)
As always, I have absolutely no financial interest in this. I mention it because we all have seen much frustration with many other models of HTs when it comes to programming. When Gordon West and I started pre-programming HTs for new hams while I was working at HRO-Anaheim in 2004, the goal was to get folks on the air ASAP. Learn the radio a little later - but get on the air with your new license NOW! This package from TIDRadio is much more "attractive" than MANY other offerings I have seen and experienced.
So there it is, folks. Clint is writing something positive regarding a well-under $100 Chinese radio ... Does the live record album "Hell Freezes Over" from the Eagles come to mind to anyone?
Clint Bradford K6LCS 909-999-SATS
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