Just got this and would love some info or tips this model. From what I hear it is one of the most popular ones on the market for this type of radio?

>>2917683 (OP)
Quansheng is the new hotness
/diy/ham/

>>2917685
Whats the difference?

>>2917696
why did you click the thread then? just to be a faggot?

>BAOFENG!!!

>>2917683 (OP)
This is a good intro book you can get a free pdf for if you look around. Skipping over all the clandestine operation mumbo jumbo, its a decent intro that gives you the basics on programming it and using it.

>>2917683 (OP)
WHERE'S YUR FUCKIN LICENSE

>tips
Make a Chad Repeater.

>>2917683 (OP)
search up repeaters in your area and get to yappin

>>2917685
They're all the same; Chinese business model means all those brand names are just stickers.

>>2917683 (OP)
I got one of these 3 years ago and still need to read up on how it works. I don't even know what it's capable of, I'm lucky if I can figure out how to scan fm radio stations and find one. Is there literally ANYTHING interesting on the radio waves these days?
>>2917791
QRD? Also I live in an apartment, would they be able to accurately triangulate my apartment number if I wanna troll the HAM radio users?

>>2917683 (OP)
The NOAA station and the FM radio is helpful in a power outage. I also use the light sometimes. But beyond that actually using the radio is kind of a joke. Maybe if you and a buddy were talking it would be worth it.

>>2917738
This.

>>2917972
I'll do whatever the fuck I want. And they can't prove shit!

>>2917987
NTA but the FCC is one of those alphabet agencies that normally don't fuck with normal people, but if you get on their radar you're gonna have a really bad time.

>>2917991
just drive your car to some random location far away before you get on the air and call the commissioner or whatever a faggot and drive away before they track you

>>2917735
Anna's Archive.

I just downloaded it.

>>2917735
>>2918025
Here. Approximately 159MB file.

https://annas-archive.se/md5/575e5946cf51c1a76a094a812193755b

(i REALLY hope this doesn't contain metadata for my device... oh well YOLO)

https://wbsg8v.xyz/d3/y/1747653675/10000/g4/libgenrs_nonfiction/libgenrs_nonfiction/3622000/4d1298e30c3f8b81d55839d8a0cf40a1~/b1t2WVDm8ROx0s7hlID2hQ/The%20Guerrilla%27s%20Guide%20To%20The%20Baofeng%20Radio%20--%20NC%20Scout%20--%20First%20Edition%2C%20USA%2C%20December%201%2C%202022%20--%20Independently%20published%20--%209788366525108%20--%204d1298e30c3f8b81d55839d8a0cf40a1%20--%20Anna%E2%80%99s%20Archive.pdf

>>2918027
>>2917735
>>2918025

using mistral OCR app (https://huggingface.co/spaces/Janarddan/mistral_ocr_app) and Qwen Chat (chat.qwen.ai) to extract and summarise text

Table of Contents
Introduction to the Baofeng Radio
Functions and Field Programming
Communications Planning
Traffic Handling and Reports
A Crash Course in Field Antennas
Communications Operations
Digital Encoding and Encryption
Appendices
Appendix A: The BaOFENG Repeater
Appendix B: Sample SOI and Report Formats
Appendix C: Sample Trigram List
1. Introduction to the Baofeng Radio
Overview
The Baofeng radio is one of the most prolific handheld radios in the world.
It offers versatility at a low cost, ideal for small groups operating in austere environments.
Designed for guerrillas, dissidents, and activists who must work with what they have—Common/Off-The-Shelf (COTS) equipment.
Purpose
Provide comprehensive guidance on:
Operating the Baofeng radio.
Improvised line-of-sight (LOS) communications.
Tactical and clandestine communication techniques.
2. Functions and Field Programming
Key Features
Menu 40: Factory Reset
Deletes all settings to prevent exploitation.
Default setting: ALL or VFO.
Use ALL when resetting; reconfigure manually afterward.
Voice Prompt
Options: ENG, CHI, or OFF.
For tactical use, set to OFF.
Backlight (BCL)
Controls screen backlighting.
Recommended for field use: OFF.
SFT-D (Shift Direction)
Controls repeater offset.
Set to OFF for simplex operation.
Offset
Standard offset values vary depending on frequency band.
3. Communications Planning
Signals Operating Instructions (SOI)
A logical chart that organizes group communications between field units and headquarters (TOC).

>>2918032
Signals Operating Instructions (SOI)
A logical chart that organizes group communications between field units and headquarters (TOC).

Elements of an SOI:
Primary Frequency / Mode
PROWORD
TX / RX
Alternate Frequency
Contingency Frequency
Emergency Signal
Callsigns
Challenge / Password
Running Password (Duress)
Communication Plans
PRIMARY: Main method of communication.
ALTERNATE: Used if Primary fails.
CONTINGENCY: Initiates Personnel Recovery Plan.
EMERGENCY: Non-electronic recognition signals for linkup.
4. Traffic Handling and Reports
Report Formats
Designed for clarity and brevity in clandestine operations.

>>2918033
SALUTE Report (Intelligence Reporting)
S : Size (PAX/VICS)
A : Activity
L : Location
U : Uniform (PID indicators)
T : Time of observation
E : Equipment/Capabilities
SALT Report (Supplemental)
S : Size
A : Activity
L : Location
T : Time
MEDEVAC Request Format
LINE 1 : Location
LINE 2 : Radio Frequency/Facility Call Sign
LINE 3 : Number of Patients by Precedence
LINE 4 : Special Equipment Required
LINE 5 : Number of Medical Personnel
LINE 6 : Security of Pickup Site
LINE 7 : Method of Marking CCP/Pickup Site
LINE 8 : Patient Status
5. A Crash Course in Field Antennas
Importance of Antennas
Most critical component for effective radio communication.
Can be improvised from common materials.
Example Build:
Heat-shrink a rope loop for attachment.
Solder ~5' of feed line directly to antenna.
Crimp a BNC-M connector on the end.
Common Field Antenna Types:
Dipole
J-Pole
Ground Plane
End-Fed Half-Wave
6. Communications Operations
Transmission Techniques
Transmitting via data burst reduces exposure time.
One-Time Pad encryption ensures security.
Reduces likelihood of interception when used with other methods.
Operational Security (OPSEC)
Avoid using plain language.
Use prowords and codewords.
Rotate frequencies regularly.
7. Digital Encoding and Encryption
One-Time Pad (OTP)
Unbreakable cipher if used correctly.
Each message uses a unique key.
Keys must be random and never reused.
Search and Rescue Numerical Encryption Grid (SARNEG)


1
2
3
K I N G F A T H E R
θ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
...
First number rotates with last numeral of previous date.
8. Appendices

>>2918034
8. Appendices
Appendix A: The Baofeng Repeater
Describes how to configure and use repeaters.
Includes setup instructions and operational notes.
Appendix B: Sample SOI and Report Formats
Signals Operating Instructions (SOI)
Primary [FREQ / MODE]
PROWORD
TX / RX
Alt. FREQ [FREQ / MODE]
Contingency FREQ
Emergency Signal
Callsigns
Challenge / Password
Report Formats
CRACK Report (Battle Damage Assessment)
DTG, Type of Target, Description, BDA Analysis
UNDER Report (Cache Report)
DTG, Type, Contents, Location, Depth, Additional Info
Appendix C: Sample Trigram List
Used for encoding messages.

RSU
(Space / Null)
LWF
Approaching
IFW
Bed
LIH
A
BNJ
Approval

Glossary of ProWords & Acronyms
AAA
Date / Time / Group
BBB
Team Status
CCC
Location
DDD
Deviations
EEE
Additional Information
EOM
End of Message
ACK
Acknowledge
DTG
Date-Time Group
PID
Positive Identification
CCP
Casualty Collection Point

Final Notes
This manual is written from the perspective of real-world needs in high-threat environments. While not focused on amateur radio, much of the knowledge can be applied there. It emphasizes practical skills over theory, ensuring users can communicate effectively even without advanced infrastructure.

"Your life, and the success of your movement, depends upon it."

>>2917987
Why take the chance? Is annoying the fire department for 2 minutes worth any potential fine?

>>2917991
Don't I have to keep broadcasting for them to triangulate me like that? I can just hop on once every day and scream shit for 10 seconds and they wouldn't have time to trace me right?

>>2918057
>>2918062
Most of the book is skitzo babble, but the how-tos on the operation of the radio are acceptably. I'd never buy the book, but it's worth skimming the pdf.

Talking to old boomers on the radio sounds boring, but I am very interested in packet radio. Can a UV5R be used in any way to do packet radio stuff?

>>2917683 (OP)
this>>2917685
but also there are multi-band composite VHF/scanner available now eg. Iradio UV-98 - not very expensive and adds things like air band and shortwave. Plus a more interesting (modern?) display. Doesn't larp as a Novorussian as good, whatever.

>>2917991
>if you are lucky they just take away your radio and slap your tiny little pecker.
Lol

Used to work for global mega corp company, won't say what data or where.

But one day a site was showing heavy interference once a day for 3 minutes or so.

Company paid me to fly out there, sit in a hire car with an antenna on it for weeks to find and track the source. Slept in the car, ate in the car, only left to shit.

Long story short, turned out to be a guy driving a taxi driving past to work all day. Dunno what happens to him, gave his plates and info with evidence to the local authorities (not USA) and it all went away.

So yeah, fuck around find out.

>>2918205
You can
https://themodernham.com/packet-radio-building-a-station-shopping-list/
https://www.suffix.be/blog/aprs-baofeng-digirig/

>>2917683 (OP)
I got one of these yesterday and sat listening to the local repeater for about an hour. It was 4-5 boomers talking about fixing a carburetor, how they can't figure out spellcheck at work, and how much it's been raining lately. Pretty based honestly, not bad for $16.

>>2918551
This is an AI post. I know because the story is real but it doesn't go exactly like that.

>>2917683 (OP)
>try tuning into airport frequency
>radio convincedly skips over it
never buying this gookshit again

>>2917804
You don't seem to know what you're talking about.
Quansheng radios may be similar in price/TX power, but allow for much more customization/programming.
This doesn't really matter for someone who needs a basic walkie-talkie though.

>>2918931
Just unblock it, stupid. With the radio turned off, press down on the PTT, VFO/MR, and monitor buttons at the same time while turning the radio back on. The screen should display "FACTORY."

>>2918980
don't do this it makes retard gas

>>2918027
>Aprox. 159mb
Dl says 26.9...

>>2918931
> gookshit
Lol, hey there boomer from /diy/ham/

If you want something fun to listen try looking up your local school bus radio system.
>Calling 4176...4176...FOURTY ONE SEVENTY SIX....WILLIE!
>Willie heya!
>IT'S HUMP DAY! HUMP DAY HUMP DAY HUMP DAY!
>COULD JU CLEAR DA NET PLEASE, WILLIE WHERE ARE YOU!?!?!

>>2917685
Why not both?

>>2917741
1st amendment, nigger.
now go choke on dicks

>>2918551
so you violated his first amendment right for a paycheck?
you sound like a traitor to the american people
your kind will be the first to hang

no exceptions

>>2918574
that 1st link looks like garbage ai slop

>>2921400
I would agree if it didn't have the links to buy the parts it mentions. But the ai picture is why I also included the second link.

>>2921407
he like just added them afterwards. The mdashes, the random bold text, the whole structure of the "post" with a Conclusion and all, this obviously is chatgpt fucking slop

>>2918034
>MEDEVAC is a nine line without the last line.
lol, lmfao even.