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This is a list of news and topical articles related to two way radios and radio communications.
  • When will the new FCC license fees take effect?

    UPDATE March 23, 2022: The FCC license fees will take effect on April 19, 2022. Read more.

    UPDATE: The original article posted a specific date for activation, which turned out to be in error. We have since updated the article to correct the error and clarify the implementation process. We apologize for the error.

    Last year the FCC announced new license application fees for various radio services, including the Amateur Radio Service and the GMRS. While the announcement received mixed response from the users of these services, it also created some confusion as to exactly when these new fees would begin to be enforced.

    On December 29, 2020 the FCC issued a FCC Report and Order announcing the new fees. According to the document, the fee for an amateur radio technician, general or extra license, which previously was without charge, will now cost $35. The fee will apply to vanity call signs as well. The cost of a GMRS license will decrease from $70 to only $35. The licenses for both services are valid for 10 years.

    When we first reported the FCC approval of the new ham and GMRS license fees back in December, there was no official date set for their implementation. This Report and Order would become effective after it was to be published in the Federal Register. However, some parts of it, including the applications fees, would not become effective until it is approved by Congress.

    The Schedule of Application Fees of the Commission's Rules was published in the Federal Register March 19, 2021. According to the notice, the fees officially take effect once it is sent to Congress and the FCC's systems have been updated. The FCC will then publish a notice of the actual effective date. Update: Amateur and GMRS license fees change to $35 on April 19, 2022. Read for details.

    If you are planning to obtain a ham radio license or vanity call sign, you still have time to do so without incurring the new $35 fee. If you want to buy a GMRS license and pay the lower fee, you may want to wait little awhile longer. Either way, we'll be here at Buy Two Way Radios to help you save on your ham, GMRS, and any other business or personal radios and radio accessories you may need.

  • FCC approves new ham and GMRS license fees

    UPDATE March 19, 2020 - When will the new FCC license fees take effect? Read here for details.

    The FCC has just approved new license fees for Amateur Radio and the GMRS. These fees are actually lower than the original fees proposed in August, which were highly contested by hams, but welcomed by GMRS licensees. While the new FCC license fees may alleviate some of the sticker shock from the original fees proposed by the Commission, it is welcome news for fans of the GMRS.

    According to the FCC Report and Order released December 29, 2020, Amateur Radio license fees will now cost $35. This same fee will apply to new licenses, renewal licenses, and vanity call signs. Previously, no fees were collected for ham licenses or vanity call signs issued to amateur radio operators, so technically it is a significant change. However, it is considerably less than the $50 fees originally proposed by the Commission, so it should be of some comfort to hams.

    On the brighter side, a GMRS license will now cost significantly less than before. Up to now the application fee for a GMRS license was $70. With this Report and Order, the new GMRS license fee will be only $35, which is $15 less than the proposed fee and half the cost of the fees previously charged by the FCC. The license is still valid for 10 years and covers an entire family.

    The amendment to the proposed fees was largely due to the comments and feedback the Commission received in response to the proposal in August. While the FCC disagreed with many of the assertions from hams and the ARRL why the original proposed $50 fees should not be charged at all, it did acknowledge on important point brought up by many that the fees did not fairly represent the amount of effort required to process the license applications, ,which is largely automated.

    As the FCC put it, "We agree that the applications for amateur licenses, and other personal licenses, are largely automated, and for that reason the cost-based fee we adopt is only $35. With respect to the amateur licenses, while review is highly automated, staff must maintain the processing system to ensure applicants are qualified, vanity call sign procedures are followed, and off-lined applications are individually reviewed. Therefore, we cannot conclude that there are no costs involved in processing the applications and we do not have the discretion to exempt this service from application fees."

    Since the same is true with the processing of GMRS licenses, the Commission amended the proposed $50 fee for that as well, bringing the cost of a GMRS license down to $35.

    The new fees will take affect after the Report and Order is published in the Federal Register and is sent to Congress.

  • The Icom V10MR MURS radio is now available for pre-order

    Icom V10MR MURS Two Way RadioIcom is a well respected brand for quality radio products, and it's no wonder. The company pioneered many developments in amateur radio technology and is well known for its solid and reliable business, airband and marine radios. Now, the company is about to establish itself as a serious player in yet another radio service, with the Icom V10MR license free MURS two way radio!

    The Icom V10MR is a 2 watt VHF transceiver built for practically any application or activity requiring short range radio communications. It operates on all five MURS frequencies, which are freely available for use by any business, organization or individual without the need for a license. In other words, this radio can be used by construction crews or campers, hoteliers or hikers, farmers or families, and, well, pretty much everyone, license-free.

    The V10MR can be programmed with up to 16 channels, but no programming is required. It can be turned on and used straight out of the package if desired, with no configuration needed. This makes it extremely easy to use by novices or those who are not technically inclined. Yet for those who need more advanced functionality, it can be programmed with optional software, which will appeal to professional users and more seasoned operators as well. This is a radio that's made for everyone to use.

    Standard features of the V10MR include channel scan, VOX mode for hands-free operation, companding, two tone and five tone codes and MDC capability for selective calls. It also has a built-in business class speaker that, at 1500mW, is quite loud. This makes it well suited for outdoor use and in noisy environments.

    But it doesn't end there. In addition to its core features and hardened shell,  Icom built several advanced safety features into the V10MR. These include a surveillance function and emergency call with open microphone function, programmable Lone Worker and Man Down features, and a built-in motion sensor that can determine the position of the unit and whether or not it's in motion. The radio can even send an emergency signal based on these extreme changes.

    As mentioned earlier, the Icom V10MR MURS radio is designed for general purpose use, particularly outdoors. This means it needs to be able to operate in many different types of environments under various operating conditions. Thus, it's a heavy duty radio, built to military 810 G specifications. It is also rated IP67 for dust and water protection, which means it can withstand some pretty harsh weather conditions out in the field.

    And if you are still skeptical of its durability, don't be. The V10MR is also backed by a full two year manufacturer warranty from Icom. That alone says a lot about the quality of the radio.

    The V10MR is equipped with a waterproof Lithium-ion battery pack to power the radio for up to 16 hours on a single charge under normal operation. This is the same BP-279 battery used by the Icom F1000 and F2000 series radios, on which the V10MR is based.

    Although the MURS radio service is limited to a maximum of two watts, it offers several advantages, one of which offsets that power limitation somewhat. This would be the allowance for external antennas. The V10MR features a removable antenna, which allows you to customize your antenna options to your needs, or even connect a remote aerial. This alone can potentially increase the range of the radio considerably, and for a handheld walkie talkie, a lot more than a little higher wattage can accomplish alone.

    Overall, the Icom V10MR is a ruggedly built radio designed for almost any type of activity, almost anywhere, by almost anyone, license free. It's priced at $250 MSRP, but we offer it at Buy Two Way Radios for $169 per unit. The V10MR is currently available for pre-order with an expected ship date of December 18, 2020.

  • The Wouxun KG-1000G has arrived!

    Wouxun KG-1000G GMRS RadioLast month we announced a new GMRS mobile radio from Wouxun that could be the next big thing for users of the General Mobile Radio Service. Called the KG-1000G, this new base/mobile radio includes more features and functionality than any other dedicated GMRS mobile radio previously available. Now, we are excited to announce that it's here, and just in time for the holidays. The Wouxun KG-1000G has arrived!

    The KG-1000G is packed with so many features, most GMRS operators will probably never use them all. But they are there, just in case. This mobile also pairs perfectly with the powerful KG-805G GMRS Portable Handheld radio. If you already have an 805G, the KG-1000G complements it well as a base station or a mobile, or both!

    For details on this amazing radio, listen to episode 153 of The Two Way Radio Show Podcast. If you're a fan of the GMRS, this is an episode you'll want to hear. Once you know what this transceiver is truly capable of, we think you'll be as excited about it as we are.

    The Woxun KG-1000G is now in our warehouse and ready to ship to your order at Buy Two Way Radios. But just heads up. If you want one for the holidays, don't wait to order, because we have a limited quantity, and these radios are currently selling out fast.

  • 12 Days of Black Friday Sale 2020!

    12 Days of Black Friday Sale 2020

    Why stress out trying to find all of the Black Friday deals? Don't try to do it all in one day. Do it online, and at your leisure. To ease the angst, we're stretching Black Friday and Cyber Monday specials for 2020. Make the most of this shopping season with 12 Days of Black Friday at Buy Two Way Radios!

    This sale runs from November 23 to December 4, 2020 while supplies last. For your convenience, here's a list of all our deals and specials for the 12 Days of Black Friday 2020 across our entire site!

    Digital Deals

    • 10% OFF the TYT MD-9600 Dual Band DMR Digital Mobile Radio plus free programming cable and free shipping!
      TYT-MD-9600 Dual Band DMR Digital Mobile Radio (UHF/VHF)The TYT MD-9600 is one of the most popular digital radios around, and it's no wonder. It's one of the first digital mobile radios to market, and one of best dual band mobile DMR radios produced to date! It provides crystal clear audio for noise-free, over-the-air digital communications in your vehicle. Plus it includes full analog transceiver capabilities, and all of it at a very reasonable analog mobile radio price! The TYT MD-9600 is regularly $269.99, but during our 12 Days of Black Friday sale, you can get it at $10 off for a special price of only $242.10!
    • TYT Digital Ham Shack Mega BundleTYT Digital Ham Shack Mega Bundle
      The ultimate digital mega gift for hams is back for Black Friday, and at a classic holiday price! This complete DMR bundle includes one TYT MD-9600 Dual Band UHF/VHF Base/Mobile Digital DMR Amateur Radio, one TYT MD-UV380 Dual Band DMR Digital Portable Handheld Two Way Radio, a TYT-TH1380 30A Switching Power Supply, a Tram 1185 Dual Band Magnet Antenna, programming cables, and software. 12 Days of Black Friday Price: $379.97! Save $70!
    • TYT MD-9600 DMR Digital Ham Radio Base Station KitDigital DMR Ham Radio Base Station Kit
      The Digital DMR Ham Radio Base Station Kit returns for the 12 Days of Black Friday! This is an awesome DMR startup package for hams who want to build a digital ham shack on a budget. It's the perfect gift for any ham who wants to go DMR and stay in the analog at the same time. The bundle includes: a TYT MD-9600 Dual Band UHF/VHF Base/Mobile Digital DMR Amateur Radio, a TYT-TH1380 30A Switching Power Supply, a Tram 1185 Dual Band Magnet Antenna, programming cable, and software. 12 Days of Black Friday Price: $299.97! Save $40!
    • Wouxun KG-UVN1 Dual Band DMR Digital Two Way Radio$20 OFF a Wouxun KG-UVN1 Dual Band DMR Digital Two Way Radio plus FREE Programming Cable!
      The KG-UVN1 gives you more dual band DMR excitement with 3072 channels, 250 zones, and up to 160,000 contacts! It features Private Call, Group Call, All Call ARTS function and digital encryption. It has a full color display, a DTMF keypad and programmable multi-function keys. The KG-UVN1 is also quite rugged. The free programming cable is a nice extra. Reg. $159.99. 12 Days of Black Friday Price: $139.99!
    • TYT MD-380$10 OFF a TYT MD-UV380 Dual Band DMR Digital Two Way Radio + FREE spare battery!
      The MD-UV380 operates in analog and digital modes on VHF and UHF amateur and business radios frequencies with 3000 channels, a large LCD display, a DTMF keypad and up to 5 watts of power. Get it for $10 OFF during our 12 Days of Black Friday and we'll throw in an extra battery for it, FREE! 12 Days of Black Friday Price: $99.99!

    Holiday Ham Radios

    • FREE speaker mic and free shipping with the purchase of a Wouxun KG-UV7D!
      Wouxun KG-UV7D High Power Dual Band Amateur RadioAvailable in 2M/70cm (UHF 420-450 MHz), 2M/1.25M (220 MHz) and 2M/6M (50-54 MHz) versions, the Wouxun KG-UV7D is a high power dual band radio with 7 watts VHF on 2 meters and 5 watts on the alternative bands. It features 199 programmable memory channels, a full featured keypad, a lighted LCD display and a customizable Power-On display message. It's also rated IP55 water resistant for use outdoors. When you buy it during our 12 Days of Black Friday Sale, you get a Wouxun SMO-002 Speaker Microphone ($23 value) FREE! Plus, you get FREE SHIPPING!
    • FREE speaker mic and free shipping with the purchase of a Wouxun KG-UV9P!
      Wouxun KG-UV9P High Powered Dual Band UHF/VHF Amateur RadioAvailable in 2M/70cm (UHF 420-450 MHz), 2M/1.25M (220 MHz) and 2M/6M (50-54 MHz) versions, the Wouxun KG-UV9P is a high power dual band radio with up to 9 watts VHF on 2 meters and 5 watts on the alternative bands. It features 199 programmable memory channels, a full featured keypad, a lighted LCD display and a customizable Power-On display message. It's also rated IP55 water resistant for use outdoors. When you buy it during our 12 Days of Black Friday Sale, you get a Wouxun SMO-002 Speaker Microphone ($23 value) FREE! Plus, you get FREE SHIPPING!
    • FREE TYT speaker mic with the purchase of a TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit!
      TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter KitThe TYT TH-UV88 is a solid, economical Dual Band UHF/VHF analog amateur radio for everyday ham use at an entry level price. Touted as a "Baofeng UV-5R killer", this radio is an excellent alternative for ham radio operators who need the features and versatility of the popular UV-5R but with a more mature look, professional feel and greater durability. When you buy the TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit!
      complete starter kit during our 12 Days of Black Friday Sale, you get a TYT Speaker Microphone ($17 value) FREE!
    • Get a FREE TYT speaker mic with the purchase of a TYT TH-350 Tri Band Analog Two Way Radio!
      TYT TH-350 Tri Band Analog Two Way RadioPowerful, versatile and quite compact, the TYT TH-3508 is a solid, Tri Band UHF/VHF analog amateur radio for everyday ham use at a price that rivals many dual banders in its class. It operates on 2 meter, 1.25 meter and 70cm amateur radio frequencies at up to 5 watts of power for maximum reach out in the field. When you buy during our 12 Days of Black Friday Sale, you get a TYT Speaker Microphone FREE!
    • $20 Mail-in Rebate on select President 10 Meter Ham Radios! (November 24-30 Only)
      Buy a President Ronald or Richard 10 Meter ham radio between November 24th and November 30th, 2020 and you qualify for a $20 mail-in rebate! Note: This is a manufacturer promotion, so we do not control the expiration date. Check the product page for each radio to download the rebate form.

    CB Cyber Specials

    • FREE CB Quick Reference Card with purchase of a select CB Radio!
      Buy any Cobra, Midland, Galaxy or Uniden CB radio and we'll add a FREE CB Quick Reference Card to the package! This handy guide for CB radio operators includes charts on all 40 CB radio channels and frequencies, power limits, the phonetic alphabet, CB 10 codes and common CB SSB radio Q signals. No purchase limit while supply lasts.
    • $20 Mail-in Rebate on select President CB Radios! (November 24-30 Only)
      Buy a President Johnny III, Johnson II, or Walker II FCC CB radio between November 24th and November 30th, 2020 and you qualify for a $20 mail-in rebate! Note: This is a manufacturer promotion, so we do not control the expiration date. Check the product page for each radio to download the rebate form.

    FRS and GMRS Radio Deals

    • Buy a Wouxun KG-805F FRS Two Way Radio Two Pack for only $149.99!
      https://www.buytwowayradios.com/wouxun-kg-805f-two-pack.htmlThe KG-805F is a brand new FRS radio anyone can use license free! It supports all 22 FRS channels with lots of extra features, making it a great choice for personal or business use. It's rated IP55 for dust and water protection. It is also the most powerful FRS radio currently on the market, providing a full 2 watts of power, the maximum limit for FRS! During our 12 Days of Black Friday, you can buy two at a considerable discount off the regular single unit price!
    • Get a FREE FRS/GMRS Quick Reference Card when you buy a Wouxun KG-805G GMRS Two Way Radio!
      Wouxun KG-805The KG-805G is our most popular GMRS handheld radio for 2020! It supports 22 GMRS channels, plus 8 repeater channels at up to 5 watts of power. This is a solid, rugged radio rated IP55 for dust and water protection. Watch our KG-805 video to learn more about this exciting new radio.

    Airband Radio Rebates

    • Get a $50 rebate on Icom A25N, A25C, or A25C Sport VHF Airband Radio!
      This is a manufacturer mail-in rebate offer fulfilled by Icom directly. Read the A25N, A25C or A25C Sport product pages for details.
    • Get a $20 rebate on an Icom A16 or A16B Aviation Radio!
      This is a manufacturer mail-in rebate offer fulfilled by Icom directly. Read the A16 or A16B product pages for details.

    Marine Radio Rebate

    • Get a $25 rebate on an Icom IC-M37 VHF Marine Radio!
      This is a manufacturer mail-in rebate offer fulfilled by Icom directly. Read the IC-M36 product page for details.

    Business Radio Promotions

    Accessory Specials

    Note: Our 12 Days of Black Friday Special begins November 23, 2020 and ends at Midnight December 4, 2020. The specials are valid while supplies last. Some promo items are only available in very limited quantity and there are no rain checks. Offers void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

    Questions, comments or feedback? contact us. Leave us a comment below. You can also Give us a call, send us an e-mail or enter our live chat online. We'll be open from 8 AM to 6 PM ET during our 12 Days of Black Friday 2020!

  • Our Ham Radio Labor Day Weekend Sale starts now!

    Labor Day Weekend Sale 2020

    NOTE: This promotion expired September 8, 2020 and is no longer available.

    Make the most of your Labor Day weekend with these specials on Amateur two way radios and accessories from Buy Two Way Radios! Our ham radio Labor Day Weekend Sale starts now!

    This sale runs from September 3-8, 2020 while supplies last. Here's a list of all our special offers:

    • 10% OFF the TYT MD-9600 Dual Band DMR Digital Mobile Radio plus free programming cable and free shipping!
      TYT-MD-9600 Dual Band DMR Digital Mobile Radio (UHF/VHF)The TYT MD-9600 is one of the most popular digital radios around, and it's no wonder. It's one of the first digital mobile radios to market, and one of best dual band mobile DMR radios produced to date! It provides crystal clear audio for noise-free, over-the-air digital communications in your vehicle. Plus it includes full analog transceiver capabilities, and all of it at a very reasonable analog mobile radio price! The TYT MD-9600 is regularly $269.99, but during our Labor Day Weekend sale, you can get it at $10 off for a special price of only $242.00!
    • Wouxun KG-UVN1 Dual Band DMR Digital Two Way Radio10% OFF a Wouxun KG-UVN1 Dual Band DMR Digital Two Way Radio plus FREE Programming Cable!
      The KG-UVN1 gives you more dual band DMR excitement with 3072 channels, 250 zones, and up to 160,000 contacts! It features Private Call, Group Call, All Call ARTS function and digital encryption. It has a full color display, a DTMF keypad and programmable multi-function keys. The KG-UVN1 is also quite rugged. The free programming cable is a nice extra. Reg. $159.99. Labor Day Sale Price: $143.99!
    • 10% Off Nagoya HT antennas!
      As an authorized Nagoya dealer, we are excited to offer this special on our line of genuine Nagoya antennas for your portable handheld two way radio!

      Model Reg. Price Discount Sale Price
      NA-24J $16.99 10% $15.29
      NA-666 $9.99 10% $8.99
      NA-701 $11.99 10% $10.79
      NA-701G $16.99 10% $15.29
      NA-702 (1.25m/2m) $9.99 10% $8.99
      NA-702 (2m/70cm) $9.99 10% $8.99
      NA-771 $11.99 10% $10.79
      NA-771G $17.99 10% $16.19
      NA-772 $10.99 10% $9.89
      NA-775 (SMA Male) $9.99 10% $8.99
      NA-775 (SMA Female) $9.99 10% $8.99
      NA-805 $8.99 10% $8.09
      NA-805-3 $8.99 10% $8.09
      NA-810 $8.99 10% $8.09
    • Wouxun KG-UV8EFREE KG-UV8E Quick Reference Card with KG-UV8E or KG-UV8E Limited Edition Radios!
      The KG-UV8E is an amazing amazing Tri-band two way radio that operates on 144MHz, 222MHz and 420Mhz amateur radio frequencies with up to 5 watts of power on VHF and full cross-band repeat capability. The Wouxun KG-UV LE is special Limited Edition version of the 8E with a full complement of 16 accessories and add-ons, and puts it all into one big package at a super special price. When you purchase either model on Labor Day Weekend, you get a FREE KG-UV8E Quick Reference Card! No limit!
    • FREE speaker mic and free shipping with the purchase of a Wouxun KG-UV7D!
      Wouxun KG-UV7D High Power Dual Band Amateur RadioAvailable in 2M/70cm (UHF 420-450 MHz), 2M/1.25M (220 MHz) and 2M/6M (50-54 MHz) versions, the Wouxun KG-UV7D is a high power dual band radio with 7 watts VHF on 2 meters and 5 watts on the alternative bands. It features 199 programmable memory channels, a full featured keypad, a lighted LCD display and a customizable Power-On display message. It's also rated IP55 water resistant for use outdoors. When you buy it during our Labor Day Weekend Sale, you get a Wouxun SMO-001 Speaker Microphone ($17 value) FREE! Plus, you get FREE SHIPPING!
    • FREE speaker mic plus free shipping with the purchase of a KG-UV8D Plus!
      Wouxun KG-UV8D Plus Dual Band Amateur Radio w/ 2600 mAh BatteryBuy a Wouxun KG-UV8D Plus Dual Band Two Way Radio and get a FREE Wouxun SMO-001 Speaker Microphone! This radio has all the classic features of the original KG-UV8D. It features 999 programmable memory channels, dual band UHF/VHF operation, duplex cross-band repeat functionality, built-in flashlight, and a stopwatch. Plus, it adds an adjustable LCD backlight, storage for up to 20 sets of frequencies in the FM radio, a voice compander, and non-standard CTCSS/DCS. Your free speaker mic will automatically be added to your order at time of purchase. Limited quantity. No rain checks.
    • Amateur Radio Quick Reference CardFREE Amateur Radio Quick Reference Card when you buy any amateur license study guide!
      Buy any ARRL or Gordon West amateur radio license study guide and get a FREE Amateur Radio Quick Reference Card! This laminated card is a handy guide for ham operators. It includes charts on amateur radio bands, frequency ranges, wavelength/frequency conversion formulas, the phonetic alphabet and more! No promo code is needed. Valid on any ARRL or Gordon West ham radio license study guide currently in stock.

    This Labor Day Weekend Sale ends Midnight, September 8, 2020. No rain checks.If you want to get in on these deals, act now!

  • New Kenwood Protalk radios for 2020

    Kenwood NX-P11200-P1300 Two Way RadiosKenwood ProTalk TK series business radios are a popular choice for their high performance and lasting durability. Now Kenwood is updating their ProTalk TK Series radios with new six models in the NX line. Known as the NX-P1000 Series, these new radios will replace the old analog-only TK series with more intuitive operation and greater performance, plus the ability support both analog and NXDN or DMR digital modes! Here's a rundown of the new Kenwood ProTalk radios for 2020.

    The new NX-P1000 Series radios are available in models with either 2 Watts or 5 Watts of power and your choice of UHF or VHF. They are compatible with the legacy radios in the TK-2000/TK-3000 series, essentially replacing them.

    Kenwood NX-P1202AV-P1302AU Two Way RadiosNX-P1202AV/P1302AU
    This is the 2 watt version with a total of 64 channels and replaces the TK-2400 and TK-3400, respectively. The NX-P1202AV operates on 151-159 MHz VHF frequencies in the business band. NX-P1302AU transmits on 451-470 MHz UHF frequencies. Both models feature a 7 color LED indicator light, multiple scan modes, lone worker mode and emergency function. They also support radio-to-radio cloning with an optional cloning cable and are fully PC programmable with an optional programming cable and software.

    One other new feature of the NX-P1202 and NX-P1302 is the PTT button. There are two of them! Yes, these radios have a second PTT so you can contact staff on another channel without switching channels to do it. This type of "dual transmit" feature can be extremely useful in work environments where separate communications can be relayed to different groups on different channels at the push of a button, greatly increasing efficiency and productivity.

    Also, the NX-P1202AV and NX-P1302AU allow you to migrate to digital. These units are sold as analog only, but can be upgraded to digital for mixed mode operation at any time with the purchase of optional an software and license key package. You're not locked into one type of digital mode, either. You can choose whether to go FDMA with Kenwood's NXDN® digital format or TDMA using the DMR digital format. It's your choice. This ability to choose between two different digital with the same radio is uncommon at the time this article is written, which makes the NX-P1202AV and NX-P1302AU somewhat unique. Price: NX-P1202AV (VHF) $209.00 / NX-P1302AU (UHF) $209.00

    Kenwood NX-P1300AU Two Way RadioNX-P1200AV/P1300AU
    These are the 5 watt models and replace the TK-2402 and TK-3402. The NX-P1200AV works on 151-159 MHz VHF and the NX-P1300AU operates on 451-470 MHz UHF. They have the same core feature of the NX-1202 and NX-1302. except they are only upgradeable to NXDN. All the other features are the same, including the 7 color LED, second PTT button and cloning capability.

    In fact, they use the same FCC IDs as their 1202/1302 counterparts, which means they are essentially the same radios with the same general capabilities. As with the 1202/1302, these radios are sold with analog enabled, with the option to digital. Price: NX-P1200AV (VHF) $269.00 / NX-P1300AU (UHF) $269.00

    Kenwood NX-P1300NU Analog and Digital Two Way RadioNX-P1200NV/P1300NU
    These are the high end models in the NX-P1000 line and replace the NX-240V16P and NX-340U16P digital radios. As with the P1200/1300 radios, The NX-P1200NV is VHF and the NX-P1300NU is UHF. They share the same look, feel, basic features and ruggedness of the other new models, but with one important difference. There is no upgrade to digital. They support analog and NXDN digital modes right out of the box!

    The P1200NV and P1300NU feature mixed-mode analog and digital operation, allowing you to integrate them into your legacy analog fleet seamlessly for a smooth migration to digital as your time and budget allows. They support switchable digital and analog dual modes., allowing you to combine analog channels and digital channels in the same zone. Add in the second PTT, and you have a powerful digital radio that's compatible with your existing Kenwoods, and with maximum versatility. Price: NX-P1200NV (VHF) $309.00 / NX-P1300NU (UHF) $309.00

    There's more to this new Kenwood series than just the radios, and it's all good news. All six models are designed for compatibility with the same antennas, battery packs and chargers used with the legacy TK-2400 and TK3400 series radios. Plus, they use the standard Kenwood 2-pin (K1) style connector, which means you can use the earpieces, speaker microphones and other audio accessories intended for your existing Kenwood ProTalk radios with these.

    Kenwood intended this to be as easy as possible to upgrade from their legacy products to their new radios. Based on their ruggedness, backwards compatibility, in-radio analog to digital conversion, and versatility, The new NX-P1000 Series radios should fit in quite well. All six models are now available from Buy Two Way Radios.

  • New GMRS antennas from Nagoya are now available!

    Nagoya NA-701G GMRS AntennaSince the FCC Part 95 reform of 2017, we've seen quite a surge in demand for GMRS radios, of both portable handheld walkie talkies and mobile/base station units. This isn't surprising to us at all. It was inevitable, and for several reasons. In response to this demand, high quality, commercial grade GMRS radios such as the Wouxun KG-805G are entering the market, and are quickly becoming quite popular. This new generation of transcievers also brings a demand for professional grade radio accessories such as high capacity batteries, earpieces, speaker mics, and antennas.

    However, while audio accessories are plentiful and power options are not much of a problem, it's the availability of detachable antennas that is at issue. More specially, antennas made and tuned for the GMRS.

    Before the Great Reform, the antennas on FRS/GMRS radios were not swappable. While the FCC did allow GMRS radios to have detachable aerials, it wasn't legal on FRS walkie talkies, so the combo units simply didn't have them. With few exceptions, serious GMRS operators had to settle for using antennas tuned to a wider range of UHF business frequencies in the 420-480Mhz range. While these antennas also worked on the GMRS, they weren't specifically tuned for it, limiting the overall performance of the radio to which it was connected.

    Not anymore.

    Buy Two Way Radios and Nagoya have teamed up to introduce a new series of antennas designed and built specifically for GMRS two way radios. These new GMRS antennas from Nagoya are now available for purchase, and exclusively at Buy Two Way Radios!

    There are currently three antennas in this series, two for the portable handeld walkie talkies, and one for mobiles. All three are made for the GMRS.

    Nagoya NA-701G
    Based on one of Nagoya's most popular antenna series for dual band portable radios, the NA-701G takes the venerable NA-701 directly to the General Mobile Radio Service, supporting 462MHz GMRS channels, plus 467MHz for fine tuning to GMRS repeaters.

    Nagoya NA-771G
    The NA-771G is based on another very popular, high performance antenna for handheld dual band amateur radios, the NA-771. It's also, at the time this article is written, probably the longest, at over 15 inches in length! This is a 1/2λ wave antenna with a maximum power rating of 10 Watts and is tuned to 462 MHz and 467 MHz GMRS frequencies.

    Nagoya NL-770G
    The NL-770G is a high gain linear mobile antenna tuned to 462MHz and 467MHz frequencies for GMRS. It has a PL-259 (UHF male) connector that fits any number of vehicle mounting kits that is equipped with an SO-239 (UHF female) connector or feed line, including the Nagoya RB-MJPL Mobile Mag Mount Base. At approximately 38 inches (97 cm) in length, the LN-770G has 6 dBi gain and V.S.W.R. 1.5:1.

    All three antennas are now available exclusively from Buy Two Way Radios.

    We have a long relationship with Nagoya and only buy direct from this manufacturer. When you purchase a Nagoya antenna from us, be assured that you are getting an authentic, genuine Nagoya product from an authorized Nagoya dealer - Buy Two Way Radios! Questions? Concerns? Contact us!

    Here is the Official List of Nagoya Authorized Dealers and Distributors Worldwide.

  • Motorola DTR600 and DTR700 firmware and software update for July 2020

    Motorola DTR600 Change Profile IDMotorola just released new firmware and software for their DTR600 and DTR700 900MHz digital two way radios. The update includes a bug fix and a tweak to an existing feature in the radio settings.

    The bug fix resolves an issue that causes the display to freeze. When this issue occurs, the display will freeze, but the radio is otherwise still operational. It can receive and transmit calls and will also power off, however the screen will be locked up.

    The feature tweak is a change to the programming software for Enable Profile ID under the Profile ID Number information. On the DTR600, the Enable Profile ID to Change Pin Code is set to Enabled by default from the factory. This change applies to the DTR600 only and does not apply to the DTR700.

    According to Motorola, the DTR600 and DTR700 can be updated from radios with the original factory settings or those with the phase 1/2 patch installed. The radio should update successfully no matter which version was previously installed.

    Important Note: This update should only be applied if you are already experiencing these issues. If you are using the DTR600 or DTR700 radios with default factory settings, the update should not be necessary.

    The firmware updates the DTR600 and DTR700 to version R01.02.02, Codeplug Version: R01.02.01 and Keypad Version: R01.02.00.

    The update files are now available as listed below.

  • President CB and 10 Meter radios are here!

    President Electronics USA LogoWe've long been recognized as an authorized dealer of quality, name brand CB radios. Our product line includes models from such established and respected manufacturers such as Cobra, Galaxy, Midland, and Uniden. Now there's one more. We are excited to announce that we're now a President dealer!

    President offers a very popular line of CB and 10 meter ham radios, and now all of them are available from Buy Two Way Radios. From the low priced President ANDY through the full featured President LINCOLN II Plus, you can find them all right here.

    President CB Radios

    President ANDY USA CB RadioANDY USA
    The ANDY is the entry level model in the President CB line. It's also the lowest priced of the series. But don't let this budget friendly bargain fool you. This CB radio has the full capability to deliver maximum power and high performance using 21st century technology. It operates on all 40 CB channels, receives NOAA weather channels, weather alerts, and has a large LCD display that can be customized to illuminate with one of 7 colors. It features a public address system, noise blanker, built-in Automatic Noise Limiter filter, talkback, a function key, and digital S-meter. The package includes a 4 pin electret handheld speaker microphone with a coil cord and a mounting kit. Price- $74.95.

    President BILL FCC CB RadioBILL FCC
    The President BILL is the next model up the line, and is very different in the look and feel. This is an ultra compact mobile, very similar in design to the Midland MXT115 GMRS Micromobile two way radio, but at a much lower price. Like the ANDY, the BILL supports all 40 CB channels at 4 watts, the maximum allowed for CB in the US. It also has 7 NOAA weather channels, weather alerts, public address capability, and a 7 color LCD display. Many of the other features of the base model are included as well, but the BILL has a few more. In addition to the noise blanker and ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) filter, the Bill also adds a HI-CUT filter. It can also display the actual frequency of an active channel and has a USB charging port on the front of the radio. If you're short on space in your vehicle or want a CB with lots of features but a very small footprint, this is the radio for you. Price- $89.00.

    President JOHNNY III USA CB RadioJOHNNY III USA
    The JOHNNY III is similar in design to the ANDY, and with most of the same basic features, but with more buttons. This means more features and functionality over all. In addition to the 7 NOAA weather channels, weather alert, PA support, and noise filters, this radio has built-in hands-free VOX capability. This can be a useful feature while on the road. Now, the display is scaled back somewhat, with only 3 colors instead of the 7 color choices offered in the previous models. But it has 6 buttons on the front panel instead of 2, including one for emergency channel 9/19, Memory Channel Store/Recall and an F Function key. There is also one important difference with the mics. The Andy uses a 4-pin hand microphone, the Johnny III uses a 6 pin connector. It's no biggie, just something to be aware of when choosing between these models. Price- $109.00.

    President TAYLOR FCC CB RadioTAYLOR FCC
    The President TAYLOR is a mid-range model, and switches to a more retro design. This looks and feels like a "traditional" CB radio, with the chrome plated front panel, toggle switches and analog style meter reminiscent of a classic CB. Yet, the addition of a 7 color LCD display also gives in a contemporary feel. Like the other models, the TAYLOR has the NOAA weather channels, weather alerts, PA capability, and the noise filters. Like the JOHNNY III, it also has VOX. It adds the S/RF VU-Meter, Up/Down Channel Selector and USB charging port. If you like the look of a retro CB radio but want the functionality of a 21st century model, This is a CB to consider. Price- $119.00.

    President JOHNSON II USA CB RadioJOHNSON II USA
    The JOHNSON II is the same basic design and functionality as the ANDY and JOHNNY III, but adds something new, a built-in front speaker! Okay, it also has one more button than the JOHNNY III, but includes most of the standard functions and the 3 color LCD display of its counterpart. It also features 3 memories, channel and memories scan, and Dual Watch. It also has a local DX key. What's not to like about that? Like the JOHNNY III, the JOHNSON II uses a 6 pin connector. Good to know when shopping around. Price- $129.00.

    President WALKER II FCC CB RadioWALKER II FCC
    The WALKER II is a premium model. It combines the retro look of the President TAYLOR with a modern flair for a rather distinctive front panel that really stands out. It has the chrome plated front, 7 color LCD display, dials, switches, analog multi-function meter and USB charging port and adds several lighted buttons to the mix. The WALKER also has most all the features of its mid-range cousin and throws in a frequency display and an AM / WX mode switch for good measure. It's a classic President CB at a great value. Price- $139.00.

    President MC KINLEY USA CB RadioMC KINLEY USA
    The MC KINLEY is the top of the line in the President CB radio series. Like the JOHNSON II, it has an internal speaker built right in, but has a larger 3 color LCD display. It has the primary features and functions of its lower tier look-alike, including 3 memories, channel and memories scan, Dual Watch and local DX key. Then it adds a clarifier and dimmer. The icing on the cake? Single Sideband! Yes, the MC KINLEY operates on AM and SSB, giving you greater access to the local CB airwaves. The MC KINLEY uses a 6 pin connector and has rear jacks for an external speaker, PA speaker, and optional VOX microphone. It's the ultimate President CB radio at reasonable cost. Price- $179.00.

    President Ham Radios

    President RONALD Ham RadioRONALD
    The RONALD is the base model in the President Ham Radio line. It looks nearly identical to the ANDY USA CB radio, except it operates on the 10 meter and 12 meter amateur radio bands. It may be low end, but it's certainly not low power. This compact dual band mobile radio can transmit at up to 35 watts of power and is capable of operating in both AM and FM modes. It has the same large 7 color LCD display as the ANDY, same front panel layout. It also has a noise blanker, built-in Automatic Noise Limiter filter, talkback, a function key, digital S-meter, and that's about where the similarities end. The RONALD adds an AM/FM mode switch, Dual Watch, span and adjustable time out timer. This package includes a 6 pin speaker microphone with a coil cord and a mounting kit. Price- $129.00.

    President RICHARD Ham RadioRICHARD
    The RICHARD is a dedicated 10 meter ham radio and the mid-range model. It operates at up to 13 watts AM and up to 40 watts FM. It has a 7 color LCD display that is smaller than the RONALD to make room for the analog bargraph meter and all the added controls on the front panel. The meter indicates reception and emitted power levels. It has ANL, NB and HI-CUT filters. It has an AM/FM mode switch, rotary channel selector switch, F function key, MENU function key, Dual Watch, Echo, VFO Mode, and a front panel USB charging port. And a lot of other stuff. The RONALD has big features at low cost. Price- $169.00.

    President LINCOLN II Plus Ham RadioLINCOLN II+
    The LINCOLN II+ is the top tier President Ham Radio. It's similar to the RICHARD in form and function, only it has even more power, more modes and more stuff. it operates on both the 10 meter and 12 meter amateur radio bands and supports AM, FM, LSB, USB and CW modes at up to 35 watts on FM and a whopping 50 watts on AM. In addition to most of the standard features of the RONALD, it has 6 Memories, 38 CTCSS tones, 104 DCS codes, clarifier, and AM/FM/LSB/USB/CW Mode Switch. The LCD display only has 3 colors, but the other features more than make up for it. Plus, it's software programmable! Price- $249.00.

    All of these President radios come with a two year manufacturer warranty!

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