The description says SSB and the frequency says 1.71-29.99MHz. Does that mean I'll be able to listen to most ham (amateur) radio broadcasters?
1399212
Yes. This radio is capable of picking up ham radio transmissions. For the antenna, I would suggest using the long wire that comes included with the radio instead of the whip antenna, or use your own wire antenna hookup (the longer the wire, the better). Also, I would suggest that you have some sort of amplified speaker attached to the headphone output jack. The volume output on this radio is not the best for copying SSB and CW transmissions and you will probably fare better using an external amplified speaker.
1399213
I have not realized much success with SSB on this radio. I have a police scanner connected to the same antenna that is capable of monitoring many ham operators. I use the Kato for SW although BBC and Moscow have discontinued broadcasting to North America; China, Cuba, Austrailia, Romania are available. Most of the ham that I receive on the police scanner is local. You would have to conduct an experiment notwithstanding your antenna, etc. I do a complete scan periodically of the SW bands as well as what I have in the memory.
1399214
I am sorry---I do not know the answer----you might call 1-866-524-8676 and ask them where to go for an answer or visit www.kaitousa .com and inquire there----Hope this helps---Kirk
1399215
Yes, its a little tricky. for 10 meters for example you have to press enter and then the frequency and enter again. The SSB feature allows you to listen to both SSB and CW. It works great The dial on the side works well for fine tuning
287390
I've looked at the unit itself. No frequency listing is published anywhere on it. Could be 900 Mhz, could be 2.4 Ghz, no way to know.
201887
Not sure what you are asking. This radio does not do SSB, so you will not be able to use all General Class privileges. This radio has allot of functionality, so it is not simple. For a simple radio, get a woxun, or baofeng.
1570163
The full range of frequencies, 88.1-107. It's funny that you asked that bc I just read that on the user guide yesterday lol!
595084
The radio has a push button labeled "SSB" for turning the single side band on and off. There is a miniature jack on the side of the radio for plugging in a real type antenna wire which was included when I bought my radio.
518937
that depends of course on the power of the radio station. Simply put, at this time: of all portable receivers that i have played with (and i have owned too many) this is the most sensitive for FM. For AM: It is not in the same league as the PL-310ET (the ferrite rod is too short). For SW: distance is not the issue, but time of day and sun activity -but it is quite good. In worst case, Amazon is very generous in understanding that this was returned because it did not meet your requirements
1151148
I do not have that information. I advise that you contact the manufacturer for the transmitting frequency.
331522
Yes. It says 11meters. This is the cb frequencies. I bought their 10 meter for my ham radios and an put a choke ring an switch box to use my cb base. Works real well. Remember the signal comes off the wire laterally. Position east/west to talk north/south or north/south to talk east/west. Enjoy the world of sound.
882038
RE:" FM station that has a Lil static the sound quality will come out really good"Do the letters "BS" mean anything to you?From: FCC licensed radio engineering, FS eng, and HAM type with decades exp.
172698
I have to say fixed frequency , I think it runs in the 660 to 880 MHz range depends on what else you use in that range, even then what are the odds of anything being on that same freq.
1906608
Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use. This radio is NOT part 95 legal (MURS and FRS/GMRS) Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use.... » Read More Really the only difference is the frequencies, (and the antenna is tuned for those frequencies). As to why, I bought the 2m/1.25m (144/220) because there is almost no activity in my area on the 70cm band (440) but there is a 1.25m repeater nearby that we (my wife is also a Ham, and also has a UV82x) can talk to each other on from just about anywhere in our area. So the one you want depends on the bands commonly used in your area. And in case you didn't know, this is a FCC Part 97 Ham Radio, as well as a Commercial FCC part 90 radio, both uses requires a FCC license to legally use. This radio is NOT part 95 legal (MURS and FRS/GMRS) « Show Less
1010585
Honestly, I've never had a Ham radio before, but I can refer you to my colleague who turned me on to this radio which he uses for Ham and we both use for 2-way for work. His e-mail is N9HEP@sbcglobal.net Good luck and please let Bill know that Dusty referred you to him. Cheers!
643338
Absolutely yes. If Indian radio stations have broadcasts that are on a frequency between 530-1605 kHz AM, and 87.5-108 MHz FM, this radio will receive them without any problems whatsoever. BTW, I'm a licensed ham radio operator, so I have some knowledge in this area. :)
509001
This radio is one of the best SW portable radios. So if there still is a BBC SW world service directed towards the Mediterranean, you will be able to receive it. Best if you go on-line, and check if the BBC has not cut yet that service. It used to be in the 49m band. Three addtl. comments: 1) This is not the best FM radio, very dificult to tune in to a known frequency. I say that because if you go to Greece, expect "touristy" FM broadcasts in the morning in English. 2) There are much cheaper and better radios for local FM. The TECSUN PL-310et comes to mind. 3) This is a really good radio for AM! I expect that in Greece at night you should be able to listen to a few AM radio stations in English.
1538763
Unfortunately, no. I made the same mistake. Don't get me wrong, this is a great radio for short way broadcast bands and FM, just no SSB. I ended up ordering the GP5/SSB from CountyComm http://www.countycomm.com/gp5ssb.html
267533
You must know the transmitting frequency of your radio. If it falls within beofang frequency parameters you should be able to use them
650326
EK's answer is very close to correct. The -3dB rolloff point is 100kHz. Frequencies lower than this are possible to receive, but sensitivity will become lower as the frequency gets lower.