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TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit

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NOW SUPPORTED BY CHIRP!!

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The TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit from BTWR Essentials is your discount ticket to the exciting world of amateur radio! Compiled by hams for hams, this kit has everything you need to get you started as an amateur radio operator at minimal cost!
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TYT TH-UV88 Dual Band Analog Two Way Radio   +$0.00
TYT Battery Eliminator for TH-UV88 (TYT-ELM-UV88)   +$0.00
XLT DR110-K1 D-Ring Earpiece with Lapel PTT Microphone   +$0.00
TYT Standard Battery For TH-UV88 (1400 mAh)   +$0.00
TYT USB Programming Cable for TH-UV88 (W13-K)   +$0.00
Amateur Radio Quick Reference Card   +$0.00

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UPDATE: As of November 18, 2020, this radio is now supported by CHIRP! Download the latest daily build of CHIRP Programming Software here.

The TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit from BTWR Essentials is your discount ticket to the exciting world of amateur radio! Compiled by hams for hams, this kit has everything you need to get you started as an amateur radio operator at minimal cost!

The Ham Radio Starter Kit HT Edition is a great package for an amateur radio club Technician License class or instructional program. It comes in handy for a new hams who are just getting started on a budget. It's the perfect gift for that ham in your life who just wants to Get On The Air.

The TYT-TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit includes:
The TYT TH-UV88 Dual Band UHF/VHF Amateur Radio - An up-and-coming handheld ham radio that rivals the Baofeng UV-5R in features and price! It has 200 channels, dual wait, dual standby, FM radio, DTMF encode/decode, remote stun/kill/activate, and key lock. The TH-UV88 also features a high illumination flashlight. The TH-UV88 comes standard with a rechargeable Li-Ion battery pack and removable antenna.

Additional Battery - This extra battery pack provides additional uptime. Instantly swap out your battery when power is depleted to stay on the air!

XLT DR110 Earpiece with PTT Microphone - This lightweight and comfortable earpiece fits in either ear and remains in a stable position even while you're mobile!

Battery Eliminator - Allows you to power your TYT TH-UV88 radio for operation in your vehicle!

USB Programming Cable - Connects your radio to your computer for fast and easy programming!

Amateur Radio Quick Reference Card - This laminated, waterproof card is a handy guide for ham operators!

The TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit also includes a belt clip, drop-in battery charger, AC adapter, and an owner's manual.

Optional Ham Radio License Prep Course

The Ham Radio Technician License Prep Course from Ham Radio Prep has all you need to get your first ham license and become an Amateur Radio Operator! This is an online course for the study and preparation of the Level 1 Technician License exam. Add the Ham Radio Prep Technician License Course to your Ham Radio Starter Kit and start your new adventure into amateur radio today!

Already a licensed Technician class operator? Get the Ham Radio Prep General License Course and take your Amateur radio hobby to the next level!

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TYT TH-UV88 Features

  • 200 Channels
  • 420-450MHz (TX) / 400-480MHz (RX) UHF Frequencies
  • 144-148MHz (TX) / 136-174MHz (RX) VHF Frequencies
  • Built-in CTCSS/DCS
  • 5W Maximum Output Power
  • Repeater Capable
  • Uses Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Packs
  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery Pack Included
  • Includes Charger
  • Emergency Alert
  • VOX
  • Scrambler
  • LED Status Light
  • Dot Matrix LCD Display
  • Lighted DTMF Keypad
  • Hi/Low Power Selectable
  • Battery Meter
  • Low Battery Alert
  • Battery Saver
  • Programmable Multifunction Keys
  • PC Programmable (Optional Software and Cable Required)
  • Timeout Timer
  • Keypad Lock
  • Audible Button Beeps
  • Drop-In Charge Capable
  • Audio Accessory Connector
  • Remote Stun/Kill/Activate
  • One Year Manufacturer Warranty

Included with the TYT TH-UV88 Ham Radio Starter Kit

  • TYT TH-UV88 Dual Band Analog Two Way Radio
  • 1400mAh Li-ion Battery
  • Spare 1400mAh Li-ion Battery
  • TYT Dual Band Antenna
  • Belt Clip
  • XLT DR110 D-Ring Earpiece With In-Line PTT Microphone
  • AC Adapter
  • Desktop Charger
  • Battery Eliminator
  • USB Programming Cable
  • Amateur Radio Quick Reference Card
  • Owners Manual

TYT TH-UV88 Specifications

  • Dimensions: 4.56 x 2.08 x 1.41 inches (116 x 53 x 36 mm)
  • Weight (Approx.): 3.73 oz (106 g)
  • Antenna connector type: SMA Female

Additional Information

Warranty 1 Year
FCC ID POD-ADB5
Channels 200
Maximum Output Power 5 Watts
Radio Type Handheld
Services Amateur
Safety Features Flashlight
Digital Standard Analog Only
Integration Repeater Capable
Frequency Bands 2 Meter (VHF), 70 cm (UHF)
  1. Good deal on a great radio. review by KF0LWE on 3/26/2023
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    I got the starter kit. Arrived very quickly and was relatively easy to get started. Excellent first radio.

  2. Nice package for the price review by Jim on 2/4/2023
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    Everything needed to get started. Bought as gift to new ham. Very pleased

  3. Good value for the price review by James on 12/27/2022
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    Kit comes with everything you might need, and the radio itself is just fine. Not terribly fancy, but has all the features you could want. The only downside is that the belt clip mounts to the battery and not the radio. Easily solved: buy a clip for each battery. Overall a great basic HT.

  4. Tyt th uv88 bought from BuyTwoWayradio.com review by Jim on 12/2/2021
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    I recieved my radio as expected, promptly. I am trying to learn to use it as it is my first ham radio. I look forward to buying more from BuyTwoWayradio.com.

  5. Pleased with my purchase review by ChrisinOSMS on 10/17/2021
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    1st Ham radio, this kit had what I needed, I didn’t really like the ear piece & subsequently purchased the speaker microphone to use instead. This feels like a solid radio, especially with the larger battery. Must use windows to program, also need to “unlock the vfo mode” on the radio before writing to the radio will take. Once that happened it was smooth sailing. I am already looking for a DMR radio. Eyeing the dual band DMR 1700 w/gps-APRS.

  6. TYT-TH-UV88 starter kit review by KO4NZA on 4/23/2021
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    Just got my Technician license and bought this kit as my first radio. It has everything for me to get started in the hobby. The radio is well made and fits the hand well, especially when the 3200mAh battery is installed. Was able to use CHIRP with the included programing cable to add repeaters to memory. Programing from the keypad is easy once you practice a bit. The Nagoya NA-701 antenna really makes a difference in hitting repeaters. Great service from Buy Two Way Radios.

  7. Total satisfaction review by Buzz Buzzard on 2/28/2021
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    Purchased starter kit. Was surprised and impressed with the quality of the radio. There were a few items that were included that were on back order. They gave me a few options but I chose to wait for them to replenish their stock. I was assured that they would ship ASAP. We’ve all heard that before but they lived up to their word and the items arrived about two weeks later. This company is top notch and a pleasure to do business with. I highly recommend them for their quality product and top notch customer service.

  8. Best Value Out There review by Frank on 1/3/2021
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    I am extremely pleased with this bundle. The radio actually sounds better than my FT-60 and TH-D74! Even more surprising is that reports said that if I had not have told them, they could not distinguish that I switched when I did my informal tx test between them on the PAPA repeater in SoCal. I am located 17 miles away from PAPA 18 and not quite line of sight. It takes forever to run down the large capacity battery and CHIRP and manufacturer software programming works very well.

  9. Excellent service and good beginner bundle. review by Dave on 11/9/2020
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    This is a pretty solid bundle with lots of extra goodies that make it easy to get a basic HT and accessories in one stop. Service from BuyTwoWayRadios.com was excellent, and I would absolutely buy from them again in the future.

  10. Great product, great value! review by Scott on 9/20/2020
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    Radio works very well, came very quickly, and the support from btwr is exceptional! Just wish the radio could pause/temporarily delete a channel while scanning. If you have a channel that is causing an issue you must correct this by connecting to the computer.

  11. Quality product and Great Value review by Ken on 8/29/2020
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    Be sure to do firmware update. Polycarbonate body well constructed. Easy programming.

  12. Great radio for value and use. review by Bill on 8/24/2020
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    This inexpensive radio is easy to use, easy to program and puts out a very good signal. I used the RT Systems program for the TYT Th- UV88 also sold by this company. Liked it so much I got another for backup. Highly recommended.

  13. Great Value review by Brad on 8/7/2020
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    Gave this product a poor review initially due to mixup with the programming software. However the staff was quick to clear up the confusion and help me get my product up and running. I am pleased with my purchase and the fact that there is genuine support provided by the seller. Good Job.

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