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Save the codeplug to your computer using some sort of date code like 1180412 so you can rollback Watch out for making sure the codeplug editor is the same version as your firmware otherwise you will be scratching your head wondering why its hanging or not writing to the radio. DMR RF, DMR Openspot, Works PMR, then also set up zones for scanning of GMRS and FRS Railways local PMR towers etc here and at home. I love mine, have had for about 4/5 months now. Paul G7BHE AnyTone AT-D868UV DMR Handheld Image Gallery Information correct as of 9th April 2018. The downsides are too minor for me and for the money you cannot go wrong. I know that these are being sold commercially by the manufacturer for use in industry and I have no doubt that they will do well.Īll in all, I can thoroughly recommend one of these AnyTones if you are in the market for a new DMR handheld. It may not have the design quality of a Motorola, but it’s way cheaper. In comparison to other radios, this far and away is a better radio than the TYT MD380. The second battery isn’t even out of its cellophane. The AnyTone AT-D868UV in charging cradleīattery life exceeds what I need and I often find that an evening’s use of monitoring and the occasional QSO makes no noticeable difference to the charge level. This is a bit of an annoyance as I’m sure UK style chargers are easily available to the manufacturer. The drop-in charger was supplied with a Euro plug and I had to obtain an adapter. Out of band signals from Marine Band and PMR are crystal clear and this radio appears to be very capable. But in fairness to the unit, it isn’t designed to be a scanner and I’m just happy to be able use it as such. Scanning of pre-programmed channels, for instance PMR, I found to be a bit on the slow side. It turns out this again is something that is easily rectified in the myriad of settings and shouldn’t be seen as a fault. Plugging in an Icom speaker Mic, I found the output audio to be very quiet. I was more than happy with this.Īudio quality was rated as excellent during 2 QSO’s in FM simplex and DMR provided excellent results also.
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Transmission wise, I found it to be putting out 5.75 watts into a portable slim jim with a 1:3-1 VSWR on 145.525MHz using FM. This may be something that can be addressed in settings or with a firmware upgrade. It’s only short but it can be noticeable. The receiver is sensitive enough for everyday use, although I notice it can be a little tardy in opening the squelch when picking up a DMR signal.
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Uploading to the radio was very simple using the supplied USB cable and I had no driver issues with Windows 10.
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The software is available online free of charge. I was unable to find a UK codeplug online and set about writing my own. CodeplugsĪs is always the way, writing the codeplug for a new radio is trial-and-error. Speaking of which, yes, this dual bander has a twin VFO allowing for your local DMR repeater or hotspot to be on one and your local FM repeater to be on the other. In fact, I found it a little too busy, so I tend to have it in single VFO mode. It allows for a significant amount of information. AnyTone AT-D868UV – Top View with “Man Down” button On the top is an orange ‘Man Down’ or ‘Emergency’ button. The front keypad is tactile and gives a nice positive click when operated. Being the simple type of person, mine is set for scan and power level. The software allows for quick, medium and long presses, so assigning 6 different options is easy. See also: AT-D868UV on eBayīutton layout is as follows, the side has PTT and two user-assignable buttons. Chris Taylor at Moonraker informs me that they are now stocking them too (Although at the time of writing they are not listed on the site). Price: £149 from Mirfield Electronics, Martin Stokes G3ZXZ. My unit came complete with two batteries, a programming lead and drop-in charger. I assume this is so you can see it clearly as you poke your eye out with it. The SMA Female antenna is the rubber duck kind with a curious orange decal at the top. It seems to be well made with a nice action on the rotary knobs, substantial belt clip and sturdy antenna. It operates in the 70cm and 2m amateur bands, with an output of 6 watts. So what is it? The AT-D868UV is a handheld radio that is capable of DMR mode and FM. Having seen one of these strapped to another Ham’s hip at a recent Suffolk RED, I instantly liked it and found myself buying one at the SEARS Canvey Radio Rally this year. Thanks to Essex Ham member Paul G7BHE for submitting the following review: Hands on with the AnyTone AT-D868UV Dual-band DMR Handheld