Batteries are generally about 1500mAh. So that means in active RX you should expect to get 6 hours and in standby 20 hours.
How long does the Baofeng UV-5R battery last?
With 128 channel capacity and up to 12 hours of battery life, the UV-5R is a good choice for ham radio operators who need mobility at low cost.
Can you leave Baofeng radio on in charger?
When lithium-ion batteries in consumer type portable devices are fully charged the charger shuts off. It doesn’t trickle charge or float charge them. It should be OK to leave them in a properly functioning charger.
How long does it take to charge a Baofeng UV-5R?
Takes about 3 hours to charge and lasts around 12 hours in receive squelched mode. Takes about 4 complete cycles to fully develop the capacity of the battery so run it completely flat before recharging for the first few cycles.
How far can a BaoFeng UV-5R transmit?
Your Baofeng UV-5R is a transceiver: that is, both a transmitter and a receiver. With a full battery and in full power mode, it will give you a range of about 10–20 km depending on obstacles.
Do you need a ham license for BaoFeng UV-5R?
Without a license, it is legal to use for receive-only. A license is needed for transmitting. Be careful. Reportedly, that radio is able to also transmit out-of-amateur-bands, for which you will not be licensed, and for which there are penalties.
Can you charge a Baofeng UV-5R?
The UV-5R comes with a charging cradle that plugs into a household outlet, which is the fastest way to charge the batteries in this article.
How long does it take to charge a Baofeng Bf 888s?
3 hours
Rechargeable Battery: With 1500mAh Li-ion battery, this Walkie Talkie can be fully charged in 2.. 3 hours with the charger.
Can I use my Baofeng as walkie-talkie?
The Baofeng 5vr and similar models are only legal to use on HAM bands with your HAM license. You may legally use them to listen to anything they can pickup but may only transmit on HAM bands. Even though they will work on MURS, FRS and GMRS they are not properly certified and can not legally be used as a walkie talkie.
Can I use UV-5R on Murs?
Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS)
They can transmit and receive on the 5 MURS frequencies, but since the UV-5R has the ability to transmit using more that 2 watts of power, it is also technically illegal to use them on MURS channels.
Can you charge a BaoFeng with USB?
USB 2.1A, 1A, and . 5A transformer compatible – Transforms directly to the 10V DC charger bases. Charge your BaoFeng radio from a solar panel USB, computer USB, car USB, or any USB slot .
How can I charge my walkie talkie without a charger?
Walkie-talkie batteries can be recharged without a charger as long as they are rechargeable. You could hurt yourself otherwise. With all walkie-talkies that have a USB port, the walkie-talkie batteries can be charged. An alternative method is to use AA, AAA, or 9-volt alkaline batteries to charge your battery.
What is the latest Baofeng model?
The BF-F8HP is a dual band handheld radio that improves on the UV-5R with more transmit power based on a new generation chipset – along with new concierge service. Beyond the 3 Power Levels (1, 4, 8 watt) it also includes: a new 2000mAh Battery, an in-depth user guide, concierge support, and the High Gain V-85 Antenna.