WRPL700

So I also found this:
 
HOW TO USE 2 RA87 40W MOBILE RADIO MAKE A REPEATER?
Do you worry about not having a repeater when you need to make a long-distance call? The New RA87 can work as a repeater in outdoor.
The range limitation on GMRS handheld radios is 5W, which can reach about 1.5 miles in an open area. If you need a long-range call you should talk through a repeater. But a repeater is expensive even if you order an RT97 or RT97S portable repeater from Retevis.com. But now, you can use this new mobile radio RA87 if you need a long-range call directly or through a repeater to extend the call range on your handheld radios.
About RA87 GMRS mobile radio
The high power of this new radio is 40W. And according to our real test in an open area, the direct call range is 20km. So, its direct calling distance can meet the needs of regular calls.
The numeric microphone can program the radio, you can press the function buttons and the numeric buttons can operate the radio. It is convenient for drivers if they have to set up their radio in the car.
ANI function can send a signal to recognise your receivers to private your call.
A programming cable in the set, so that you can program on the software for quick programming.
And it can use a data cable connected to 2 RA87 mobile radios to copy the data and make a repeater.
How do make 2 RA87 radios work as a repeater?
You should have a data cable to connect your 2 radios. Connect to 2 RA87 mobile radios through the data port on the back panel. You can work on any repeater channel, and please confirm your RA87 mobile radios are on the same channel. Set up your handheld radios. If radio A is a transmitter, and radio B is a receiver. So, the TX and RX of radio A should equal the RX of your RA87. Similarly, the TX and RX of radio B should equal the TX of your repeater RA87. Then, a simple high-power repeater can work well with you.  
The link to the website is here:  How to use 2 RA87 40W mobile radio make a repeater? - Two Way Radio Community
 
 
 
 

I just saw that Retevis now has a 40W GMRS mobile radio.  The website is pretty thin on details:  Retevis RA87 40W GMRS Mobile Radio and Heavy Duty Radome Antenna Kit | retevis.com
 

I just replaced my standard rubber duck on my Baofeng GMRS-9R (same radio as the UV9G) with the Nagoya NA-771G.  I have not yet tested it in the real world, but the SWRs are great compared to the rubber duck that came with it.

 

Looks like Radioddity has the DB-20G on sale today for $84.99.  That is a great deal.
 

And it was not a dumb question for a noob to ask.  Please don't be afraid to ask anything.  Somebody will help....

And it was not a dumb question for a noob to ask.  Please don't be afraid to ask anything.  Somebody will help....

I do believe your Anytone is a decent radio.  I have two Radioddity DB-20Gs which are the same as the Anytone AT-779 and they do just fine.  Alot of issues are caused by terrain, etc. not necessarily the radio per se.

And it was not a dumb question for a noob to ask.  Please don't be afraid to ask anything.  Somebody will help....

Dear Baofeng:
I see that a short time ago you have come out with a new GMRS HT (UV-5G Plus).  It looks like a pretty nice upgrade, but I think once again you have missed an opportunity to make a pretty nice radio into a really nice radio.  My complaint falls entirely in the menu system.  1.  Why can we not change/enter a channel name in the menu system? 2. Why can we not set whether a channel can be scanned or not scanned in the menu system?
Baofeng, I think if you fixed just these two things your radios would move up a notch in the value/quality matrix.
I would really like to buy this radio to add to my collection, but I don't want to frustrate myself.
Thank you for listening.
WRPL700
 

I have and do use software, because I have to.  Not so handy if I am out away from the computer.  This discussion was aimed at what seemingly simple things could be added to make it better.  So we don't have to use software when it isn't handy.

Yes.  Wouxun KG-935G Plus, for one, lets you choose whether to scan a channel from the menu.

Perfect.  Do you have the address???  

I have and do use software, because I have to.  Not so handy if I am out away from the computer.  This discussion was aimed at what seemingly simple things could be added to make it better.  So we don't have to use software when it isn't handy.

I was in favor of linked repeaters for a while, but with only 8 frequency pairs, I vote no.

I do believe your Anytone is a decent radio.  I have two Radioddity DB-20Gs which are the same as the Anytone AT-779 and they do just fine.  Alot of issues are caused by terrain, etc. not necessarily the radio per se.

A fixed antenna (non-removable) does kill it for me, sadly.

I was going to answer this yesterday, but did not because I thought it was clear...  I also have the GMRS-9R (two purchased on Amazon).  I use chirp and you should use the Baofeng UV-9G setting.  It works perfectly.

I was going to answer this yesterday, but did not because I thought it was clear...  I also have the GMRS-9R (two purchased on Amazon).  I use chirp and you should use the Baofeng UV-9G setting.  It works perfectly.

I was going to answer this yesterday, but did not because I thought it was clear...  I also have the GMRS-9R (two purchased on Amazon).  I use chirp and you should use the Baofeng UV-9G setting.  It works perfectly.

A fixed antenna (non-removable) does kill it for me, sadly.

This vendor is shipping on 11/03:  Wouxun KG-1000G Plus GMRS Base/Mobile Two Way Radio (buytwowayradios.com)
 

Amen.  I just haven't used it all that much since..... ummmm 30 years ago.

Aha moment.  🙂  Thanks.

Thought I would check back and see how you like it so far.

I just saw this new Retevis (Ailunce) HA1G radio this morning.  Looks pretty good.  Here is the link: Retevis HA1G IP67 Waterproof 220 Customizable Channels GMRS Radio  The prce is $65.99, so not bad.