[PPRAANet] FCC vs Baofeng radios

[Warren Volz]

Does anyone in the group have the equipment to measure output from one of the Baofengs?

-Warren KD5YPH

> On Sep 28, 2018, at 7:14 PM, Dan Martin <mardan1492 at comcast.net> wrote:
> 
> Looks like us amateurs can use them, but the onus for complying with the emission rules is on us.
> 
> “Even if a two-way VHF/UHF radio operates solely within the amateur frequencies, the operator is required to have an amateur license to operate the device and must otherwise comply with all applicable rules.”
> 
> That would be consistent with amateur radio rules. I could build a radio and use it without FCC certification as long as I comply with FCC emission rules. That is why I got my amateur radio license, after all.
> 
> - Dan KD0SMP
> 
>> On 9/28/2018 10:56 AM, Steve KT0DX wrote:
>> Glenn, thanks for this information and glad I do not have to do any worrying as I do not own any of these radios.  The advertising is still out there as this just came out a few days ago but sure they will get the word.  I really think the FCC should be a little more clearer on what is ok and not ok for ham use.  From what I came away with from reading all three articles was that if I owned your radio I would have to think twice if I was to decide to sell it since yours can be modified to be used in other service frequencies.
>> 
>> Steve (KT0DX)
>> 
>> 
>>> On 9/28/2018 16:40, Glenn wrote:
>>>     To All:
>>> 
>>>   Some interesting discussions popped up regarding Baofeng/ Wouxan radios and FCC pulling the plug on them as "NON" compliant radios!
>>> 
>>> Heres 3 videos explaining whats going on and what you should do. They do meet part 90 cert.'s but barely.
>>> 
>>> The first one is on a QRZ website: (Also his take is don't throw it away, don't hide it nor advertise it, you'll probably not get arrested "BUT" only use it as you're licensed ergo 2 meters and 70 centimeters).
>>> 
>>> http://qrznow.com/fcc-warns-on-noncompliant-vhfuhf-two-way-radios-baofeng/ 
>>> 
>>> Second vid.: Also on the QRZ site says OMG don't use them and they're building the scaffolding for hanging as I type! Ironically both vid.'s dated in Sept.
>>> 
>>> http://qrznow.com/fcc-enforcement-advisory-targets-noncompliant-imported-vhfuhf-transceivers/ 
>>> 
>>> Third vid. again on QRZ site:
>>> 
>>> http://qrznow.com/fcc-enforcement-advisory-targets-noncompliant-imported-vhfuhf-transceivers/ 
>>> 
>>> It too says don't use 'em in the text but the vid. more or less says have a ball with 'em!!
>>> 
>>> 
>>> If it's "SO" big and bad an issue why are they still being imported/ advertised and sold on numerous websites? My take? If you have one, use it wisely and stay within
>>> 
>>> your licensed band restrictions. I, personally, own a Wouxan KG-UV9D and it's a fine inexpensive radio, yes it's capable of transmitting out of normal Ham bands.
>>> 
>>> Do I transmit out of band? Empathically "NO"! Also note Wouxan was hardly mentioned at all. Seems they picked mainly on Baofeng for whatever reason.
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Glenn
>>> 
>>> n3ulw
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
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