First impression: Fits the BTech radio mold - first class rig! Many color options for display are nice and can customize for your eyes. I like the dark screen with lighter text. Just easier to see. Just got it programmed with CHIRP and discovered a few things you will need to know. First, the power supply connection is not labeled. The red wire goes to the positive terminal while the black wire goes to the ground terminal. Next no where in manual does it indicate when or how to utilize the PC-04 programming cable. I have several BTech UV-82HP HTs. On these you turn radio off, connect via program cable, then turn radio on. I contacted BTech and they advise can plug in program cable to UV-50X2 at any time, radio on or off. I tried and works. In CHIRP on 'Settings Tab' there are many options. It took me quite a while to figure out which options correspond to the menu items on the radio. But once found and options selected, radio is programmed and works great. Menu system very similar to that of UV-82HP so if familiar with most Baofeng HTs will have no problem with this Baofeng mobile. Internal speaker sounds nice and Tx/Rx reports indicate full quieting. I will update this review after a few weeks use.
Update 24 April: Still impressed with this rig. Read reviews on BTech UV-25X2 for some tips on CHIRP and Menu programming that work on the UV-50X2 as well. I continue to tweak settings like squelch to fit my taste. No problems found with radio. Fan kicks in when long Tx but reasonable decibel level and goes off quick. If you are in Channel mode and wish to change to a different channel you can of course turn the lower left dial. However, a much quicker way if you know the channel number is to enter the number on the mic keypad. The rig will move to that channel. Remember all channels are two digits so channel 6 would be keyed in as '06.' I keep a list of programmed channels near my rig so finding the channel number is easy.
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Product Description
UV-50X2 (Second Generation) 50W Mobile Two Way Radio
Second Generation
The UV-50X2 is very much the same radio, our users have come to enjoy, with several new functionality improvements. The UV-50X2 has seen several performance improvements and tweaks in its second generation release.
RJ45 Audio Input & Output
The UV-50X2 has new menus and operations that allow audio I/O from its RJ45 microphone port. This allows the UV-50X2 to be installed for custom applications, where users want more control on where the speaker and mic audio is routed to.
VOX Handsfree Support
The UV-50X2 (Second Generation) includes VOX support. VOX allows for handsfree use with your favorite audio accessories or the included handheld microphone.
In the Box:
- UV-50X2 Mobile Radio
- DTMF Handheld Microphone
- 6.5' Direct Connect 12V Leads
- Vehicle Mounting Bracket
- Screws & Mounting Hardware
- Easy-to-read Manual (written in the US)
- RJ-45 to Kenwood K1 Accessory Adaptor
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RJ45 to K1 Audio AdaptorThe UV-50X2 includes a RJ45 to K1 Audio Adaptor. K1 Audio accessories are used on our BTECH handheld radios, and now you can use those same accessories with your mobile radios! The radio includes special menus to allow audio to be routed both through the UV-50X2 and K1 accessory, only through the radio, or only through the K1 audio accessory. |
Uniquely customize your UV-50X2The X-Series Mobiles use our Multi-Color LCD display screen. You can adjust the complete display colors to be exactly as you want it. Beyond the display, you can fully customize your channels to display their alpha-numeric names or frequency settings. There are 200 programmable memory channels. You can add or remove channels from scanning list. You can easily program from a PC or right on the radio itself. Pair the UV-50X2 with the Nagoya UT-72 Magnetic Mount Antenna for easy installation with the UHF antenna connectors. |
Group Tones supportedThe UV-50X2 supports the most common Analog Tones. It supports CTCSS, DCS, 2Tone, 5Tone, and DTMF calling methods. Set-up your calling methods to call by group tones. Tone calling (private line) is required by most repeater applications and the UV-50X2 supports the latest standards. The UV-50X2 can even send DTMF tones. This allows for sending ANI (Caller ID) or remote commands that require DTMF tones; or it can receive incoming DTMF tones to allow for remote stun or kill commands |
Quad Watch and Display SyncThe UV-50X2 operates as multiple radios in one, with either VHF or UHF as the 'Main' band, while simultaneously watching up to 3 other frequencies or channels; and, if you like, you can configure your UV-50X2 for simultaneous VHF-VHF or UHF-UHF operation, too! Additionally, as a new feature added: you can monitor both VFO (frequency) and channel modes simultaneously. Dual Sync DIsplay: With Dual Sync Display, you can synchronize channel lines to one or two channels. This allows you to sync display 'lines' to a single channel allowing the user to have both frequency and channel name data displayed simultaneously. |
UV-50X2: SECOND GEN.
BTECH: We are proud to be here in the USA
BTECH radios are designed and supported right here in the USA. A BTECH label means you are getting a radio with real US based support, and development! If you ever have an issue, our team will be prompt, knowledgeable, and supportive to ensure your radio operates exactly as it should.
BTECH UV-50X2 VHF/UHF Dual Band Radio
Second Generation
Common Questions and Answers:
- Q: What is the product support?
- A: If you have any issues or concerns, reach out to our support team, who will be happy to assist with any setup issues. The UV-50X2 includes support against any manufacturing defects for a full year.
- Q: Is it compatible with other analog radios.
- A: It will support 99% of analog systems. The UV-50X2 supports all CTCSS, DCS, 5TONE, 2TONE, and DTMF call tones used by a majority of analog radio systems.
- Q: What is the maximum range?
- A: Range varies on topography: Repeater Use: Up to 100 miles | Hill to Valley: 36 miles | Open Flat Terrain: 3-5 miles | Urban/Outside Buildings: ~1 mile
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| Sold By | BaoFeng Tech | LUCKY PRODUCT | ABBREE | BaoFeng Tech | LYU LAM Collections | Your Ham Radio |
| talk range maximum | 100 mile | 20 kilometers | — | 100 mile | 50 kilometer | — |
| number of channels | 200 | 200 | 128 | 256 | 800 | 200 |
| frequency range | FM, VHF, UHF | 136 - 174 MHz | UHF VHF | FM, NOAA, GMRS | VHF / UHF | 400 - 480 MHz, 136 - 174 MHz |
| power source | DC | DC | Battery Powered | — | — | — |
| tuner technology | FM, VHF, UHF | AM/FM | UHF VHF | FM, VHF, UHF | UHF, VHF | UHF, VHF |
| water resistance | not water resistant | not water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant | water resistant |
| voltage | 13.8 volts of direct current | 13.8 volts of direct current | — | 13.8 volts | 13.8 volts | 13.8 volts |
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Replaced a broken Yaesu - I'm impressed!
I've always been a Yaesu guy for both my mobile and handheld transceivers, but I bought a couple of "disposable" Baofeng UV-5Rs to hand out as loaners and have been nothing but impressed with how well they've held up to real-world use. Now that almost everyone is using a Baofeng UV-5R, there's a large track record of reliability.When my mobile Yaesu FT-8800 broke, I considered replacing it with another Yaesu, but after some consideration and comparison of the specifications, I decided to go with this Baofeng instead. So far, I'm VERY impressed with it. I thought I would be somewhat disappointed by "downgrading" from a premium brand to an entry-level brand, but I honestly like this Baofeng/BTECH better. Its build quality is easily on par with the Yaesu. The learning curve has been straightforward, and programming it with CHIRP is as easy as can be. It mounted in my Jeep directly into the Yaesu's mounting bracket, and all the power, antenna, and external speaker hookups plugged right in. I really like the display and its ease of use. I'm still adjusting the microphone gain to optimize it for the noisy environment in my Jeep, but everyone I've spoken to has reported great QRK.
