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We discuss how two way radios are used on construction sites, the types of radios used, and recommend some specific models for use in the construction industry. For more information on using radios in the construction industry, read Two Way Radios For Construction and Do You Need A Business Two Way Radio?. For tips on using your two way radios, watch our Radio 101 video series hosted by Anthony.

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Product Review 16:10
Today we review the Impact Platinum PRSM-HD2-NC HD Noise Cancelling Speaker Mic.

Questions and Answers 21:14
Questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. The Two Way Radio Show is on Stitcher! Listen to us on your iPhone, Android Phone, BlackBerry and WebOS phones. Find it in your app store or at stitcher.com.

Wrap up and Close 29:01
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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The biggest complaint with the Baofeng UV-5R? The lack of documentation. Baofeng is a Chinese manufacturer and these products are imported (this helps explain the low price). It is pretty common for imported radios to have poor documentation, and the UV-5R is no exception. A printed users manual is included with the radio, but it doesn't even scratch the surface in explaining the many functions of the UV-5R.

Looking for a better option, I stumbled upon The (Chinese) Radio Documentation Project. This project aims to create quality documentation for popular but notoriously poorly documented Chinese amateur radios. The project, created by Lennart Lidberg, produces open source documentation that is released under an extremely generous license.

Fortunately for us, the radio that they have started with is the Baofeng UV-5R. They have released version 1.0 of their manual and it is detailed, illustrated, and extremely well written. Anyone who was hesitant to purchase this radio in the past because of poor documentation can now scratch that concern from their list.

Writing manuals like this one is a very time consuming process and it is extremely generous that they are releasing the documentation to the community for free. If this manual was helpful to you, I would encourage you to visit the project web site and make a donation. Donations show that the work was appreciated, and will encourage them to keep the documentation up to date and add other products in the future.

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We talk about the basic steps to becoming an Amateur radio operator. We'll discuss what it takes to prepare for the Technician level amateur license exam, what to expect when taking the exam and what to do after you get your license to start off on the right foot as a respected member of the amateur radio community. Study materials mentioned for the Technician level amateur radio license exam include Ham Radio License Manual Revised 2nd Edition w/ CD. For more information about the Amateur Radio Relay League visit The ARRL. Download our FREE chart of Q Signals. For tips on using your two way radios, watch our Radio 101 video series hosted by Anthony.

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Product Review 22:06
Today we review the T-REIGN ProHolster Case with Retractable Tether.

Questions and Answers 27:58
Questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. The Two Way Radio Show is on Stitcher! Listen to us on your iPhone, Android Phone, BlackBerry and WebOS phones. Find it in your app store or at stitcher.com.

Wrap up and Close 32:31
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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For every 6 Kenwood TK-2400V4P, TK-3400U4P, TK-2402V16P, TK-3402U16P two way radios purchased, you can get a $30 rebate per radio. This offer is valid for up to 60 radios purchased from May 1 until July 31, 2013. This is a great opportunity to buy two way radios or upgrade your current fleet with a potential savings of up to $1,800!

Below is a complete list of Kenwood business two way radios eligible for this rebate promotion.

To redeem your rebate, visit the Kenwood ProTalk Rebate Center and follow the instructions. This offer is fulfilled by the Kenwood directly, so the rebate will be mailed to you after Kenwood receives your rebate form. The Kenwood Rebate offer expires July 31, 2013.

NOTE: Rebates must be postmarked on or before August 6, 2013. The Kenwood rebate is NOT valid on radios delivered before May 1, 2013 or after July 31, 2013, regardless of invoice date.

Read the Kenwood promotional flyer for full details.

If you are planning to purchase Kenwood business two way radios, you may want to take advantage of the current Kenwood rebate offer before it expires April 30, 2013 at Buy Two Way Radios. Take advantage of this rebate promotion now and save!

Purchase at least 6 Kenwood TK-2400V16P or TK-3400U16P two way radios and you qualify for a $30 rebate per radio with a maximum purchase of 60 radios!

Kenwood is also offering a $25 rebate on the TK-3230. The maximum purchase is 60 radios for a total savings of up to $1500!

This offer is fulfilled by Kenwood directly, so the rebate will be mailed to you after Kenwood receives your rebate form. To redeem your rebate, visit the Kenwood ProTalk Rebate Center and follow the instructions. The promotion expires April 30, 2013, so if you want the rebate it, buy now.

NOTE: Rebates must be postmarked on or before May 6, 2013. The Kenwood rebate is NOT valid on radios delivered before February 1, 2013 or after April 30, 2013, regardless of invoice date.

Read the Kenwood promotional flyer for full details.

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We give you an update on the FCC's proposed changes to the GMRS. We'll talk about the current license requirements, some of the proposed changes to those requirements, and the current status of the proposed changes. For more information on the proposed changes to the GMRS, read A Summary of the FCC's Proposed Changes to GMRS and Other Services and My Thoughts On The FCC's Proposed GMRS Changes. For tips on using your two way radios, watch our Radio 101 video series hosted by Anthony.

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Product Review 26:30
Today we review the XLT TM-200 Adjustable Throat Mic. For instructions on how to properly wear a throat mic, watch Radio 101 - How to use a throat mic.

Questions and Answers 35:06
Questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. The Two Way Radio Show is on Stitcher! Listen to us on your iPhone, Android Phone, BlackBerry and WebOS phones. Find it in your app store or at stitcher.com.

Wrap up and Close 40:17
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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World Amateur Radio Day, or WARD is held each April 18 to commemorate the founding of The International Amateur Radio Union (IARU). Founded in 1925, The IARU is an organization dedicated to the use and development of amateur radio around the globe. This year is the 88th anniversary of the IARU.

Each year the IARU chooses a theme for Amateur Radio Day, This year the theme is Amateur Radio: Entering Its Second Century of Disaster Communications. The theme commemorates the first recorded use of amateur radio in an emergency.

In March 1913, the Scioto River in Columbus, Ohio flooded the area, killing over 100 people. According to an article in the Columbus Dispatch published November 6, 2012, 15 year old Herbert V. Akerberg of Hilltop, Ohio began sending SOS messages for help via Morse code from his amateur radio during the flood. From March 26, 1913 and almost continuously for the next 72 hours, Akerberg transmitted requests for assistance for residents in the area affected by the flood. He was later commended by the city and received wide acclaim for his contribution to the advancement of amateur radio as an important communications tool for use in an emergency situation.

In celebration of World Amateur Radio Day, Buy Two Way Radios is offering a WARD special: Purchase a Baofeng UV-5R Dual Band UHF/VHF Amateur Radio and take an additional 10% off with Promo Code: HAMDAY! This special discount is valid until Midnight tonight (April 18, 2013) and is valid on the Baofeng UV-5R and all UV-5R accessories! Simply enter Promo Code: HAMDAY at checkout and your 10% discount will be applied to your order.

Note: This special is valid during World Amateur Radio Day only and expires at midnight, April 18, 2013.