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We tell you about an exciting new multi-band two way radio from Wouxun. We also review the new Vertex Standard VX-260 Series radios.

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Billboard 1:15

Discussion Topic 1:34
Today we tell you about the new Wouxun KG-UV9D Multi-Band Two Way Radio. We'll give you an overview of its features and specifications and compare its overall look and feel to the popular Wouxun KG-UV8D.

Commercial Break 21:39
buytwowayradios.com 1:00

Product Review 22:35
We review the new Vertex Standard VX-260 Series Portable Two Way Radios, the Vertex VX-261 and the Vertex VX-264.

Questions and Answers 38:10
Questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum.

Wrap up and Close 41:44
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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Since our announcement of the upcoming launch of the Wouxun KG-UV9D, we have received numerous queries for more details about the capabilities and features of this new radio. Some of the more frequently asked questions are related to bands and frequency ranges covered by the KG-UV9D and which of the two sides or areas of this dual receive radio (A, B, or both) support them.

The KG-UV9D does indeed perform Twin Band Simultaneous Receiving, which means both A and B areas of the radio can independently receive and audibly emit a signal through the speaker, allowing you to hear two bands and, on some bands, two frequencies on the same band at the same time.

We put the emphasis on the word some, because not all 7 bands are supported in both A and B areas of the radio. The table below maps the bands and frequencies supported by the KG-UV9D and the area(s) of the radio in which each will operate.

In a nutshell, the 2 meter VHF (144-148MHz) and 70cm UHF (420-450MHz) bands are available on both A and B for transmit and receive operation. In addition, the KG-UV9D can also receive up to 180MHz in the A area only. The only other band available on the B side is the FM radio. The other bands can be only received in the A area.

Hams around the world rejoice. April 18, 2015 is World Amateur Radio Day!

It was on April 18, 1925 that the The International Amateur Radio Union or IARU was founded in Paris, France. The IARU is an organization dedicated to the use and development of amateur radio around the globe and boasts over 3,000,000 licensed operators worldwide. Each year on April 18, amateur radio operators around the world get on the air to celebrate World Amateur Radio Day or WARD.

To celebrate, nearly a dozen World Amateur Radio Day Special Event Stations will be in operation. Two of these stations include:

World Radio Network: Special WARD IRLP net -
1600-1730 UTC via the World Conference Server (IRLP Node 9251) and the Hi-Gate Server (IRLP Node 9250). KD2HWN, net control. Stations around the world are encouraged to check in.

United States -
North Carolina: W4SNC - Iredell County Amateur Radio Society, 1100-1600 UTC

In celebration of World Amateur Radio Day 2015, Buy Two Way Radios is offering a WARD special: Purchase a qualifying model from our selection of Amateur Radios and take an additional 10% off with Promo Code: HAMDAY15! This special discount is valid from 2 PM EDT April 17, 2015 to Midnight Monday, April 20! Simply enter Promo Code: HAMDAY15 at checkout and your 10% discount will be applied to your order.

The celebration doesn't end there. In addition to the promo code discount, we're also offering freebies and other add-ons with the purchase of select Baofeng, Leixen and Wouxun amateur radios!

Note: This special is valid during the weekend of World Amateur Radio Day only beginning at 2 PM EDT Friday, April 17, 2015 and expires at midnight, April 20, 2015.

Join the celebration and Get On The Air Saturday, April 18, 2015 for World Amateur Radio Day!

Earlier this week we told you about a brand new multi-band two way radio coming soon from Wouxun, the KG-UV9D. Now you can get a good look at this new radio up close for the first time!

In this exclusive unboxing video, Danny Feemster from Buy Two Way Radios opens the box, gives you a brief overview of what's inside and performs a physical and cosmetic comparison between the Wouxun KG-UV9D and its popular cousin, the KG-UV8D side by side. For more information, read the full specs on the Wouxun KG-UV9D.

UPDATE (4/20/2015): The Wouxun KG-UV9D is now available for pre-order!

In early 2014 Wouxun announced the launch of a dual band handheld amateur radio with a large color display and cross-band repeat capability, the KG-UV8D. This radio quickly became one of the most anticipated new ham radios of the year and was very well received. Buy Two Way Radios was one of the first radio dealers to tell you about it, and the first to bring it to the US market. It has remained one of our most popular amateur radios since.

One year later, the company has just announced a new model that aims to deliver even more excitement to the ham community. It's the Wouxun KG-UV9D, and it takes the 8D to a whole new level!

Billed by Wouxun as a multi-band, multi-RX, multi-display, multi-modulation and multi-functional two-way radio, the KG-UV9D offers dual band transmit and 7 (that's right, you read seven) bands reception. The list includes 76-108MHz (FM radio), 108-136MHz (AM RX), 136-174MHz FM RX/TX), 400-512MHz (FM RX/TX), 230-250MHz (FM RX), 350-400MHz (FM RX) and 700-985MHz (FM RX).

While the full color display is similar in design to the KG-UV8D, the new radio looks and feels different. The KG-UV9D also has some new or improved features. According to Wouxun, some of the features of the KG-UV9D include Twin Band Simultaneous Scan, Multi-Keypad Lock Modes and the ability to adjust the brightness of the backlight with five level settings.

One interesting and unique feature is Lock Mode. You can lock the keyboard, lock the keyboard and the encoders, lock the keyboard and the PTT, or lock it all.

The most exciting part of this announcement? We just received two samples of the KG-UV9D today and are checking them out now. The KG-UV9D unboxing video is now available so you can get a first look at this new multi-band radio from Wouxun. Stay tuned for more!

Subscribe to our blog at Buy Two Way Radios for the latest on this exciting new radio coming very soon from Wouxun!

For more details, read the Wouxun KG-UV9D spec sheet.

UPDATE (5/13/2015): The Wouxun KG-UV9D is now available!

We introduce you to the world of digital two way radios. We also review the Vertex Standard eVerge EVX-530 Series Radios.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:18

Discussion Topic 1:37
We discuss the differences between digital and analog radios, the different types of digital standards available, and how you can comfortably migrate from analog to digital radios without a lot of cost and confusion.

Commercial Break 26:17
buytwowayradios.com 1:00

Product Review 27:13
We review the Vertex Standard eVerge EVX-530 Series Radios.

Questions and Answers 44:25
Questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum.

Wrap up and Close 49:19
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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