📻 LYU LAM UV-5R + Pro 8W Dual Band Two Way Radio with Extra Battery, Hand Mic, Earphone, USB Programming Cable, Antennas - Complete Communication Package Review

Cable from charger to wall doesn't work. Luckily a friend had the same radio and tested it. So the radio works fine, as does the charger itself, but the cable does not work.

Cable between charger and wall not working. Luckily a friend had the same radio and tested it. So the radio works fine, as does the charger itself, but the cable does not work.

The kit contained almost everything you need for a ham starter. 3800mAh high capacity battery, portable speaker/microphone, USB programming cable, 3 different shaped antennas, AC charger and 2800mAh backup battery. The only thing missing in my opinion is a USB adapter to charge the battery (5V to 8.4V booster and charger). The radio has a nominal output power of 8W, which is reasonable. However, in my tests, compared to a similar radio of this category and price range, it showed some…

This is a radio amateur, an amateur radio operator. While you can legally buy, own, and listen to it in the US, you must be licensed to broadcast, and only on approved frequencies. Different countries have different laws regarding acceptance and transfer. Now that there's no question about it, this is a great starter kit. Yes, there are cheaper radios (check out the Tidradio H6) and you can put together a slightly better set if you shop around. However, if you're just starting out and want to…