The Two Way Radio Show

We discuss a proposal by the FCC to completely reform the Part 95 rules for the FRS, GMRS, CB, and other personal radio services. We also review the Midland MXT115 MicroMobile GMRS Two Way Radio and give you an inside update on the status of the new TYT MD2017 dual band DMR two way radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:40 We tell you about a proposal by the FCC to completely reform th...

We tell you about a new dual band handheld digital two way radio from TYT and how you can win a free one! Listen to the show for details. We also review the Leixen LX-928 UHF Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:14 Discussion Topic 1:32 We tell you about the new TYT MD-2017 dual band DMR digital handheld two way radio . We’ll give you an overview of its features and specifications and tell y...

We talk with two officials from Icom. We also review the Icom CY-5000 and CY-6000 All-In-One Digital and Analog Repeaters. Intro :00 Billboard 1:14 Discussion Topic 1:33 we talk with Ray Novak and Keith Chafin from Icom . They will tell us how the company started, talk about some of their current products and we’ll ask about their plans for the future. Icom Interview 1:53 Ray Novak, Icom Sen...

We compare some popular small and lightweight radios commonly used by service industries. We also review the Kenwood ProTalk TK-3230DX Business Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:19 Discussion Topic 1:38 We compare some popular makes and models of small and lightweight radios commonly used in hospitality, restaurant, retail and other service industries. We’ll tell you where and how these r...

We tell you about three exciting new micro mobile GMRS radios coming soon from Midland. We also review the TYT TH-9800 Quad Band Mobile Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:18 Discussion Topic 1:36 we tell you about three exciting new MXT Series micro mobile GMRS radios coming soon from Midland . We’ll give you an overview of their features and specifications, tell you when they may be avail...

We tell you about a new digital two way radio from Vertex Standard. We also review the new XLT SM500 Speaker Microphone. Intro :00 Billboard 1:12 Discussion Topic 1:31 we tell you about the new Vertex eVerge EVX-S24 Digital Portable Two Way Radio . We’ll give you an overview of its features and specifications and compare it to other popular DMR radios on the market. Commercial Break 18:54 bu...

We debate whether or not DMR is becoming the de facto digital standard. We also review the new Vertex Standard eVerge EVX-261 Digital Portable Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:18 Discussion Topic 1:36 we debate whether or not DMR is becoming the de facto digital standard. We’ll discuss the different types of digital standards available, compare the pros and cons of each, and contemplate...

We tell you how to troubleshoot and possibly resolve the issue when your two way radio stops working. We’ll also review the Midland EX37VP Two Way Radio Emergency Kit. Intro :00 Billboard 1:13 Discussion Topic 1:31 We tell you what to do when your radio does not work. We’ll tell you what to do if your radio doesn’t power on , doesn’t charge , or may be damaged . Commercial...

We tell you about a new 25 watt handheld two way radio and question the safety of holding so much RF power close to your head. We also review the new Wouxun KG-UV8E Tri-Band Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:15 Discussion Topic 1:33 we talk about the new Leixen NOTE, a two way radio that may be the most powerful handheld on the market. We tell you what it is, how much power it has and debate wh...

We look at how two way radios have advanced during the last ten years. We also review the Midland HH54VP SAME Portable Emergency Alert Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:40 We discuss how two way radios have advanced during the last decade. We debate whether technology has really improved radio communications or just made it more complicated, and tell you how you can sort through t...

We tell you about some new two way radios from Tytera, including an exciting new digital mobile. We also review the Tytera TYT MD-390 Waterproof DMR digital Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:16 Discussion Topic 1:35 we tell you about the new Tytera MD-9600 DMR Digital Mobile Radio and Tytera TYT TH-8600 Mini Mobile Two Way Radio . We’ll give you an overview of their features and specifica...

We tell you about two new mobile backpack radios from Leixen. We also review the Wouxun KG-UV8D Plus Dual Band Amateur Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:23 Discussion Topic 1:43 we tell you about the new Leixen VV-898P and VV-898SP UHF/VHF Dual Band Mobile Backpack Two Way Radios. We’ll tell you what is inside them, list their features and specifications, and discuss some possible applications fo...

We celebrate our 100th episode. We also hear what some of your favorite episodes are and conduct a special prize drawing for our 100th episode celebration. Intro :00 Billboard 1:14 Discussion Topic 1:33 we celebrate our 100th episode of The Two Way Radios Show. We talk about the history of show, how two way radios have changed during the past five years, and List our top ten most popular episodes....

We tell you about the first new digital two way radio coming soon from Wouxun. We also review the Tytera TH-7800 Dual Band Mobile Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:18 Discussion Topic 1:37 we talk about the new Wouxun KG-D901 DMR Digital Radio . We’ll give you an overview of its features and specifications and compare its overall look to the popular analog Wouxun KG-UV9D . Commercial Brea...

We tell you about the new OBR series of analog business two way radios from Hytera. We also review the Wouxun KG-UV9D Plus Multi-Band Two Way Radio Limited Edition. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:40 we talk about the new Hytera OBR Series business radios , the TC-310 OBR and TC-518 OBR . We’ll give you an overview of their features and specifications and compare them to some pop...

We talk about NXDN digital radios. We’ll also review the Kenwood NX Series digital radios. Intro :00 Billboard 1:11 Discussion Topic 1:29 we discuss NXDN digital radios. We’ll tell you what NXDN it is, how it works and how it compares to the DMR digital standard. Commercial Break 19:33 buytwowayradios.com 1:00 Product Review 20:29 We review the Kenwood NX-240V16P and NX-340U16P Nexedge...

We talk with a representative from Giant International, the manufacturer of Olympia Radios. We also review the Olympia SB5500 Portable Charger with Solar Panel. Intro :00 Billboard 1:17 Intro To Interview 1:37 We talk with Francisco Galan, International Sales Manager for Giant International. He will tell us about the company, talk about some of their current Olympia products and find out where he...

We tell you how the FCC is pushing businesses to move from analog to digital radios. We also review the Vertex Standard VH-150B Over the Head VOX Headset with Microphone. Intro :00 Billboard 1:19 Discussion Topic 1:38 we discuss how the FCC has begun to push businesses into moving from analog to digital radios. We’ll review the Commission’s mandates, talk about the requirements current...

We tell you about the new DLR series of digital business two way radios from Motorola. We also review the XLT SE110 Surveillance Earpiece with PTT Microphone. Intro :00 Billboard 1:18 Discussion Topic 1:38 We talk about the new Motorola DLR1020 and DLR1060 Digital Two Way Radios. We’ll give you an overview of their features and specifications and compare them to the ever popular analog Motor...

We talk with two officials from Cobra Electronics. We also review the Cobra MR-F77 Class-D Fixed Mount Marine Radio with GPS. Intro :00 Billboard 1:16 Intro To Interview 1:31 We talk with Chris Kooistra and Kent Newman from Cobra Electronics. They will tell us what sets Cobra apart from the competition, talk about some of their current products and find out where they think the GMRS two way radio...

We tell you about two new low cost digital two way radios from Tytera. We also review the Nagoya RB-CLP Antenna Window Clip Mount. Intro :00 Billboard 1:14 Discussion Topic 1:33 Today we tell you about the new Tytera MD-280 and MD-380 DMR Digital Two Way Radios. We’ll give you an overview of their features and specifications and compare them to some of the other DMR radios on the market in t...

We tell you about the decision of the FCC to eliminate the GMRS and amateur radio vanity call sign regulatory fees. We also review the XLT SE445 2 Wire Surveillance Earpiece with Push-To-Talk and Smart Phone Connect. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:38 We discuss the decision of the FCC to eliminate the GMRS and amateur radio vanity call sign regulatory fees. We’ll find out why th...

We tell you about a new desktop dual band base station from Klein Electronics that looks oddly familiar. We also review the AlertTech EA-200 Series call boxes. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:41 We talk about the Blackbox Base Station from Klein Electronics, which looks very similar to a very popular and low cost Baofeng handheld transceiver. We’ll give you an overview of its fea...

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. Intro :00 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 . Commerci...

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 Bre...