Midland

We tell you about some new high power portable handheld radios from Wouxun and Midland for 2019. We’ll also take comments and questions from our blog and forums.

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Billboard 1:15

Discussion Topic 1:33
We talk about the new Wouxun KG-UV7D and KG-UV9P 7 watt radios as well as the new Midland T290VP4 and T295VP4 GMRS radios. We’ll discuss the comparisons between radio wattage and performance, how much more power these new handhelds have, and debate whether this is the beginning of a new trend towards higher powered radios, or not.

Questions and Answers 43:47
Comments and questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum.

Wrap up and Close 50:25
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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Midland is well known for its popular consumer FRS, GMRS, CB and emergency weather radios. The company recently expanded into the business communications market as well, with the introduction of its first portable handheld onsite business two way radio, the Midland BizTalk BR200.

In this video, Danny introduces the BR200 with an overview of its features and functionality. It's available in both a single Midland BR200 package and a six pack/multi charger combo from Buy Two Way Radios.

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The Midland MXT400 Micromobile radio is quite popular for several reasons. It's a high wattage GMRS radio, it has NOAA weather channels, and it's mobile. One feature stands out from all the rest. This GMRS radio is also repeater capable.

The support for repeater channels is important, because there are few radios around today with repeater capability that are also FCC Part 95 type accepted for the GMRS. In fact, at the time this article was published, there are only three, and all of them are manufactured by Midland.

So, now you have a new Midland MXT400, and you want to connect to local GMRS repeaters. Only one question remains. How do you set up repeater channels on the Midland MXT400?

It's actually quite simple and can be done very quickly, once you know how to access the repeater channels. The trick is how to find and activate them.

The General Mobile Radio Service, or GMRS, consists of 30 frequencies that include 22 GMRS and 8 GMRS repeater frequencies. As a general rule, these frequencies are pre-programmed to specific channels by the manufacturer, which are standard across the industry. The frequencies on repeater channels RP15-RP22 are preset, as they are pre-assigned frequencies for all repeaters operating on the GMRS. To put it simply, they are already programmed into the the MXT400. All you need to do is activate them.

How to activate the repeater channels

• Step 1. Press and hold [Menu] for 3 seconds to enter Menu Mode.
• Step 2. Press [Call] or [Plvl] to navigate the menu options until REP appears on the display.
• Step 3. Turn the Channel Knob to choose REP--ON.
• Step 4. Press [Select] to confirm.
• Step 5. Press [Scn/Mon] to exit the Repeater Channel option.

Some GMRS repeaters are open, and do not require Tone Squelch (T/SQ) codes to access them. However, others do. If you need to enter CTCSS/DCS codes used by individual repeater systems, these can be easily set by assigning the specific code to each repeater channel on the MXT400. Simply go to the channel and assign the code according to the instructions in the MXT400 user manual. GMRS repeaters generally use the same CTCSS code for both RX and TX frequencies, so you should be able to assign just one code to the channel. The user manual includes a table of the CTCSS codes along with the corresponding code frequency in Hz for each. For instance, Code 12 is 100.0 Hz, so if the repeater is Output 462.6750 MHz, Input 467.6750, MHz 100.0 Hz, set code 12 into the channel RP 20 to access the repeater.

You can set a different CTCSS/DCS code for each channel on the radio, including the repeater channels.

How to set a CTCSS code for a repeater channel

• Step 1. Turn the Channel Knob to the desired repeater channel.
• Step 2. Press [TS/DCS] once to access the CTCSS Privacy Code settings.
• Step 3. Turn the Channel Knob to until the desired CTCSS code appears on the display.
• Step 4. Press [Select] to confirm.
  The T/SQ icon will appear on the display to confirm your selection.
• Step 5. Press [Scn/Mon] to exit the Privacy Code option.

How to set a DCS code for a repeater channel

• Step 1. Turn the Channel Knob to the desired repeater channel.
• Step 2. Press [TS/DCS] twice to access the DCS Privacy Code settings.
• Step 3. Turn the Channel Knob to until the desired DCS code appears on the display.
• Step 4. Press [Select] to confirm.
  The DCS icon will appear on the display to confirm your selection.
• Step 5. Press [Scn/Mon] to exit the Privacy Code option.

There you have it! That's all you need to do to set up repeater channels on the Midland MXT400. For reference, a chart of GMRS repeater channels and frequencies is listed below.

GMRS Repeater Channels and Frequencies

Still need to find that perfect gift for the holidays? Midland radios are a a great way to go! For two weeks only, buy a pair of T31X3VP3 or T71VP3 radios and save $10 on your purchase. Buy a Midland WR400 Emergency Weather Radio radio and save $10!

• Midland T31X3VP3 Two Way Radio Triple Pack for $59.99 only $49.99!
  This isn't a two pack, it's a three pack of radios, at a traditional 2-pack price. The T31 has all 22 FRS/GMRS channels, NOAA weather channels, weather alert, 38 privacy codes, and is license free, for essentially anyone to use.
• Midland X-TALKER T71VP3 Two Way Radios for $79.99 only $69.99!
  This higher end X-Talker radio features all 22 FRS/GMRS channels plus 14 extra channels, advanced weather technology with weather scan, weather alert, 121 privacy codes and vibrate alert.
• Midland WR400 Deluxe NOAA Weather Radio w/Alarm Clock for $69.99 only $59.99!
  This weather radio is a perfect gift for family, friends, or anyone to show you care about their safety. The WR 400 features S.A.M.E. digital technology, a loud 85dB siren alarm, voice alerts and tri-color alert level indicators. The WR400 supports all 7 NOAA and Environment Canada weather channels. It allows you to customize alerts and has 25 programmable locations. It also features an AM-FM radio, a time and dual alarm clock with snooze, and a USB port for charging a cell phone or other device. The WR400 is your early warning system against severe weather and civil emergencies 24/7.

This offer expires midnight December 29, 2018. We have a limited supply, so buy now while we have yours in stock.

It's a known fact that two way radios make excellent gifts, and a Midland X-Talker is an excellent choice. Now there is an even better reason to gift them, an excellent price! For two weeks only, buy a pair of T51X3VP3 radios and save $5 on your purchase. Buy a pair of T61VP3 radios and save $10!

• Midland T51X3VP3 Two Way Radio Triple Pack for $74.99 only $69.99!
  That's right, this pack includes not two, but three radios, at a price you would expect for a traditional 2-pack. This radio has all 22 FRS/GMRS channels, NOAA weather radio, weather alert, 38 privacy codes,and is license free, so essentially anyone can use them.
• Midland X-TALKER T61VP3 Two Way Radios for $69.99 only $59.99!
  This radio features all 22 FRS/GMRS channels plus 14 extra channels, advanced weather technology with weather scan, weather alert and a 121 privacy codes.

This offer expires midnight December 15, 2018. We have a limited supply of each model in our warehouse, so act now while we have yours in stock.

Last year, Midland offered a special promotion on their new Midland BizTalk™ BR200 business two way radios. For every six purchased, Midland added 2 more radios free. The additional savings for our customers were real, so needless to say, the promotion was well received. Now it's back, and we're excited to offer it to our customers again! Beginning November 1, buy 6 Midland BizTalk™ BR200 business two way radios radios or one BR200 Two Way Radio Six Pack and Multi-Charger Combo from Buy Two Way Radios and you get TWO MORE BR200 radios FREE! That's right, every six radios or one combo pack purchased earns you not one, but two FREE BR200 radios! The maximum purchase eligible for this offer is 60 radios, with a potential maximum of 20 FREE radios! This is an amazing offer from Midland on their business radios and is available from now until the end of February 2019.

This is a manufacturer offer, so it's fulfilled by Midland directly. Midland will ship the the free radios after the company receives your online submission form.

the offer is valid on up to 60 radios per customer or company purchased from November 1, 2018 through February 28, 2019. Download the promotion flyer for details. A minimum of 6 BR200 radios or one BR200X6BGC 6 Pack Bundle must be purchased to qualify. Midland's rebate terms and conditions apply.

NOTE: All claims must be entered by 11:59pm CST on Friday, March 15, 2018 to qualify. Redemption submissions received after that date will NOT be eligible regardless of purchase date. All transactions are subject to validation. Offer is good to U.S. residents only and is void where prohibited, taxed or restricted by law.

Vacation. Just that one word brings to mind a multitude of emotions and kick starts the good endorphins in your brain. Summer's just come to an end, schools started and the cool weather has already arrived. You're ready to start planning that fall/winter vacation; skiing, snowmobiling, ice fishing or specialty hunting trip. No matter where you dream trip takes you this season Buy Two Way Radios is here to handle your communications needs.

Whether you are snowmobiling, downhill skiing, cross country skiing, fishing or hiking and hunting in the back woods we've got you covered. We all know the higher you climb into the mountains or the further you trek into the wilderness the trickier your cell phone coverage becomes. We offer a range of radios to fit your price and your specific needs.

Most consumer FRS and GMRS two way radios will allow you to keep up to date on current and changing weather conditions via the NOAA channels. They also help you stay in contact with family and friends from the lodge or base camp. Two way radios are incredibly affordable and can provide you a sense of security and safety when your family and friends are out of sight.

If you are looking for an exceptional and affordable consumer radio that works great for any of the above mentioned scenarios, offers GMRS UHF frequencies at five watts of power, is water resistant and has a manufacturer warranty, then the Wouxun KG-805G is the radio for you. Priced for any budget at 89.99 plus free shipping, you will receive this rugged, IP55 radio, rechargeable battery pack, and a drop-in charger that can be used on the desktop or on the move with an optional CHA-030 USB charger adapter. The KG-805G is also compatible with the license-free KG-805F FRS radio.

Have questions or need more information? Please visit our web site or call our toll free customer service line at 800-584-1445 and speak to one of our knowledgeable sales reps. Hope your fall/winter vacation is everything you dreamed it to be.

We tell you about some new two way radios for 2018. We also review the Motorola SL-300 Portable Two Way Radio.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:18

Discussion Topic 1:35
We discuss some of the latest in the world of Two Way Radios for 2018. We'll tell you about a new model in the Kenwood business radio line, some surprising news and a great deal from Midland, a new Limited Edition radio kit from Wouxun and a new DMR radio from TYT.

Product Review 28:19
We review the Motorola SL300 Portable Two Way Radio.

Questions and Answers 35:46
Comments and questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum.

Wrap up and Close 39:10
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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