One thing I did forget to mention is the programming cable and software, there are two versions of the software, download both and see which one works with your radio's firmware. If you do buy this radio and have trouble finding the downloads just let me know in the comments as you need both the driver for the cable and the software for the radio and I have both for download. Programming is super easy, and very intuitive once you get the right software, its also fairly easy to program this radio manually unlike most of the other radios from China. Price is 122.00 and you can buy it here amzn.to/2olH15Q

@burgesskj

6 жыл бұрын

What app do you use to program this one? CHiRP?

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Chirp wont work with this one, which stinks, but it has its own software you can download that works almost exactly like CHiRP. Program can be found almost anywhere, its called AT_778UV_Setup_1.00.exe

@burgesskj

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the recommend. I'll be getting this for my Birthday through your link.

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Cool thanks, So you don't have to hunt around for the software, I put them on one of my web servers. Download it here www.exedor.net/radio/ The CDM21228_Setup.exe is the driver for the USB cable and the file AT_778UV_Setup_1.00.exe is the programming software. if you have any questions let me know! Oh and dont forget the programming cable, Make sure it either comes with it or you order it so it makes it easy.

@buddymoyer4321

6 жыл бұрын

Can you help with programming software I downloaded some and when I try to run it hook to the radio it says wrong version that it locks up the radio in PC mode and you have to disconnect the power to get out of it.

I bought one and have it setup as a base and its the best so far I love the radio the audio is so crisps and clear the radio is well worth buying

Great video. TYVM for sharing. Knowing the price helps quite a lot. Greatly presented for is HAM newbs.

I have been going back through you post and finally decided you are for real and do a fine job of reviewing product and presenting new/old ideas on how to make things to survive ,.. when it all goes bad. Thank you and I have subscribed! 🙂👍✌️ ☢️ ☠️ ⁉️

I set up a TYT-TH-9800 Plus for the local volunteer fire brigade as their central base and three mobiles. They got five of them for £150 each. I think for one it was £165. They have had no problems from them and they have a huge range of frequencies. They are not as easy on the eye as the transceiver on the video. But the remotely mountable face made it more convenient for the volunteer fire brigade.

Joseph David - I was having the same problem programming it manually - Once on the desired frequency in FBI on your main with correct offset etc. - push and hold p2 while it is on vm to enter the channel - the channel number will flash - choose the desired channel to save on with the knob - once on the desired channel push and hold the p2 key again and it should be saved -

Looks like a fun rig to play around with.

This radio is available now (July 2021) from various sources as: Anytone AT-778UV, Retevis RT-95, CRT Micron UV and Midland DBR2500. Some arrive "Unlocked" for the North American Band plan; some do not. There are a few YT videos describing how to handle that. I think all of these sources offer the Owner's Manual and the Programming Software as a free download now. There is now a Ver. 2 and a Ver. 3 and you need to know if yours is the "RDW" or the "VOX" version. CHIRP works very now IF (and only IF) you select the correct version for your particular radio.

Thank you bro for your review..i got one this radio..

Im thinking of buying one of these so thanks for the review!

GREAT little rig!! I've used it for about a year now. My only downside is, NO volume knob.

@brycewhitty

7 ай бұрын

In CHIRP, you can make the knob the volume knob when its not doing anything else (like you are choosing channels)

love the IWI sticker...

I like the radio and for the price is good

Looking to put one of these for my SKYWARN nets.. Thanks ....

From what I've read,Anytime also has begun building rigs for Alinco The Midland DBR-2500 is also Anytone

Nice video! Thanks! Was looking at a Yaesu, might give this a better look!

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

Its been a great radio so far Still using it and its held up nicely

Great vid. $122 seems like a good price too.

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah I was pretty happy with it! Thanks

Got them, thanks!

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Cool, glad I could help, Hope they work. These radios are odd, the software I had there was for the gen 2 version of these radios (That is why I linked to them, if anyone had sofware issue) but there are versions of these radios in Gen 1 2 and 3 lol so there are 3 versions of this software, all named the same thing. I had to install all of them ot find one that worked!

Curious if you hit the the P6 button for volume if you dont hit function if it will allow the volume to still be adjusted until you hit the function button again.

Just bought one today july 26 2019 for my heavy truck. Had a little mess with it in the car but will take it out tomorrow in the truck and see how it goes. I only use a little diamond mag mount. Nothing fancy. Km looking forward to it

Nice. Thanks for the info/link

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

No Problem, thanks for watching!

🗣 Does this radio come unlocked and how does it compare with the diminutive *TYT TH-8600* radio? I want a base radio that I can carry in my go-bag (or bugout bag). The 8600 is IP67-rated and is in the same price range. So I've narrowed down my choices to these two. Which do you guys recommend? Both are 25W-ish, dual band transceivers. And I love 💕 both. Both can be grabbed and gone, too. Any ideas?

Looks good..

Can I ask what power supply you are using for it? I want to run mine in the house from ac until I upgrade to a true “base unit”. Then this one will go in the truck.

is there a reading signal function of the radio? thanks ahead

It certainly looks interesting.. Does it have a scan facility in either memory or VFO mode? Many thanks

@AndyWattsSP2

4 жыл бұрын

@18 Wheels Many thanks

I accidently set the password to on in the function mode and never actually inputted one .You need to enter 123456 to get this back to normal .

Great video! Are you still using this radio? I have been looking for a small radio like this for a go box, and that won't put me in the poorhouse.

@Iridium242

3 жыл бұрын

yUp still using it and it works great still

Very cool, I didn't know you were a ham. I love it when I get a video that covers both of my hobbies. 73 de ve3htb

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Cool, yeah, been a ham since the late 90s, Always wanted to get into it, but living in NYC and having nowhere for an antenna I waited till I moved away. I reviewed that other radio in this video as well, its a great little rig for around 60 bucks now, Its in my older videos. Thanks for watching!

73s from Vermont KB1PLI

Can you comment on how the radio holds up over 2 years?

I’m new to ham radio. Is it possible to connect a straight key into this?

Hi there I have a question .....Is there a way to adjust the mic gain on this radio? Rob Australia

26/5000 Beautiful presentation, thank you !

Very nice! I've never operated a ham radio! Maybe you can help me. I'm looking for a good Police, Emergency scanner! I dont know anything about any of this equipment! I've been wanting to get one for some time now! Thanks George!

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks, yeah sadly Vegas scanners are useless now, they went all encrypted so you wont hear anything anymore except in Henderson, but this ham rig would be great to start with if you ever wanted to get into ham radio. Normally radios like this start at around 360 bucks, this was 122 bucks :)

@grizzlytaco3447

6 жыл бұрын

Iridium242 Thanks for the information!

@bulldogbrower6732

3 жыл бұрын

Most police departments use a trunking encrypted radio system, not allowing citizens to listen anymore. You might be able to listen to your local fire and ambulance right from your smart phone. Choose an app for police/scanning. There are several.

Great vid ....Q, is the Leixen cable the same or will i have to get another

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

Honestly I am not sure, this one came with its own cable and I did not even bother trying the other one for the Leixen, it looks similar and may work but since the radio came with a cable I never tried it.

Any advice for someone starting out in ham? I'd like to make a setup and learn how to use it and what to do in an emergency. My big out is in Montana and I'd just like to be ready.

@bulldogbrower6732

3 жыл бұрын

Check around for a local ham club, they usually meet in person once a month, and nightly or weekly on the air. Check for a house with big antennas, they will tell you where the meetings are held.

Got the radio ....just need to unlock it now ....new vid

@wdsracer

3 жыл бұрын

How do you unlock it?

Will this monitor both frequencies simultaneously? Or just the one in the A position? (Meaning you would need to swap A/B to monitor the alternate frequency)

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

It will monitor both at the same time

I was looking for a mobile I have a tyt 9800 as a "base" interesting radio

Is the face removable as to mount the radio elsewhere in the car?

What antenna should i get for the any tone i got the same radio?

Does anyone know if you can use a different speaker setup? What i mean here is, I'd like to mount this in the dash of my truck. If I do that then that would obviously affect the speaker so I think I'd need something like an auxiliary speaker and I asking if that is possible to do with this radio. Also if I mount that in the dash below the regular car radio, will there be interference issues?

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

I use an aux speaker with mine, an older radio shack one, works great

THANKS...GREAT REVIEW AND NICE CALLSIGN 73

hey man! old video but hoping i can still get a response. thinking about getting this radio, what amp power supply should i get? would 20a work or should i get a 30a?

@Iridium242

3 жыл бұрын

20 am would be fine, I have mine running with another radio on a 24 amp one, if it will power both of them it will power this one fine.

Not many vids on this radio. Thanks for the upload. Would you possibly do a video for manually programming repeater offsets and tones to memory ? Also does this radio TX outside of the 2m 70cm bands?

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah it transmits from VHF:136-174MHz UHF:400-480MHz. I was planning on doing a video in a week or so about programming it manually, Its actually a lot simpler than most of the radios coming out of china, so its not super hard. Thanks for watching!

@FarmRanchHomestead

6 жыл бұрын

I just got one of these radios, and I'm having a problem with programming it. I've figured out the menus and such, and believe I've programmed a couple of channels correctly, but I can't get to them. When I short press the V/M key (to switch to channel mode), I get a message saying "ERROR" and the radio will only function in VFO mode. I can't figure out a way to access any of the channels I've programmed into the radio. I haven't yet purchased a programming cable, but probably will soon. Any thoughts?

@eddiesparks2782

6 жыл бұрын

Joseph - I replied earlier but just decided to make a video - my 1st ever - Iridium hope you don't mind me posting a link here - This vid is how I programmed my repeater to memory - hope it's useful to you and others - m.kzread.info/dash/bejne/qaCfpsh9g9q6abg.html

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, no problem with the link, Anything to help people out is good. Good job on the video, nice and clear.

@FarmRanchHomestead

6 жыл бұрын

I figured out that I wasn't holding down the V/M key long enough to save the channel as I tried to program the radio. I was able to save the info once I figured that out. Your video is cool, though, because it would have helped me out if it was posted when I was looking for the answer to my problem. With how few videos there are about this radio, yours will be quite welcome.

dose this radio do xband repeating

What would be a good antenna for this Tranciever (duel band)

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

I had an ed fong dual bander that worked great for it, also use a Jpole with it as well and that works well.

Will it tx on gmrs

Do any of these CHICOM radio companies make affordable HF rigs?

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Yes and no, they make them but they are not that much cheaper than your regular run of the mill decent baseline HF rig made by any of the bigger makers. Check out the X1M Rig, Then there is the Xiegu X-108G QRP Transceiver, its a pretty decent radio but still pricey for a QRP rig. There are some SDR rigs as well but they are also QRP radios too. They are all in the 400 to 500 dollar range, but I think as time passes, we will see more affordable radios for HF coming out of China. If the X1M was cheaper I would have got one and done a review on it on the channel

New to ham radio. What kind of power cord is that and how do I get power to it?

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

The radio comes with a power cord, you would need a 12 volt battery or a 12 volt power supply to run it.

Can you listen to shortwave broadcasts on a HAM radio? I am looking for a "backup coms" rig that i could monitor any short wave broadcast.

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

Not on this radio it only covers VHF and UHF, you are looking for a decent shortwave radio that has upper and lower sideband so you can listen to not only AM but ham and other users on shortwave as well. Check on amazon, they have some amazing units, you can simply search for "Shortwave SSB" and you will find a decent radio to listen to shortwave. A whole lot cheaper too!

@arthurquintana1345

5 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 thanks for all tha good information. Keep the videos coming!

Nice radio I am looking to set up a pack mobil system soon. What SWR metre are you using?

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Right now just an old cheap Workman Model 104. it works but I do want a better one eventually.

@mountainghost556

6 жыл бұрын

Iridium242 Ok I am using a oscilloscope Rigol DS 1052 E. I have a wave form generator but don't use it, truth I got both at a yard sale for 80 dollars could not pass it up but I don't know jack about either one really. Had to watch a you tube video. I was just asking because I want to get a small one for field ops though you may have any suggestions.

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

I am planning to pick up a MFJ-842, its small enough to use where I need it but not too expensive. The workman isn't horrible but its not the best.

@mountainghost556

6 жыл бұрын

Iridium242 Thanks I will look in to that one.

@mountainghost556

6 жыл бұрын

Iridium242 Good call I was looking for something just like that thanks. I could even carry that around to field test antanas, I would come across in an emergency if mine got damaged of failed in an emergency.

Just viewed this video (4/29/22) curious to know how this particular radio worked out? Thanks for sharing.

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

Doing good so far, I actually picked up another one, now i have an extra dual band rig installed in my vehicle (this one) and another one in my shack. No issues so far

@johncseward

2 жыл бұрын

What type of car antenna are you using, if you don’t mind me asking?

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

I did a video on the install of the radio in the car, The info on the antenna i used is in the description kzread.info/dash/bejne/Y2pmycZsf7nZnpM.html

@johncseward

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

would this be a good starter radio for a recent licensed tech?

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have been using it now for a while, it works great and is a decent radio, only issue is programming it via computer, if they have computer skills it would be no issue but if not they may be a bit slower to use it. The good part is this rdio is easy enough to program without software right from the front panel

@hondaridgelineenduser5934

5 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 I like that idea the most, being able to enter freqs manually at the face of the radio cause sometimes we wont always have access to a computer. I've mainly been using scanner radios and done some hacks to it to relieve signals with antennas and Jerry rigging stuff to it during my teens and plan on getting my tech license exam again soon. Hopefully pass it, the first time I missed it by seven questions. I like minimal as possible I can see getting three of these mobile radios

I need a radio exactly like that but I would really like to have a nice Roger beep

Is this a cb as well?

Purchased this radio .Got interrupted using function key and now I get ENTER PASSWORD and cannot shut down radio nor reset radio using function key.Is there a universal password or key stroke series to reset radio ? Also send link to new firmware download Thank you ,hope you can help.

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Ok the version of the software you want is the very first version its 1.0.0 THAT one will work with your radio. As for the password, you need to connect the software to the radio, then under Function Setup in the window on the side, click that and a new window will pop up, on the right hand side of that window is a checkbox that will say "Power on password" uncheck that box and you should be good to go. As of now, it is set to get a password but you did not assign one so it will be like that until you uncheck the box and send over the new settings to the radio. Just in case, I have heard of many people saying the default password is 123456 give that a try too.

What antenna plug dose it run?

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

PL 259

Is it dual recieve or just dual watch?

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

dual watch

Looks like a Stryker 94

Will this radio do crossband repeat

@N9IBZED

4 жыл бұрын

@18 Wheels thanks

Crossband?

can it pick up fm radio?

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Nope, no FM radio. Just 2 meter and 440

How much power does it put out? Is there a 50w version?

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

It puts out 25 on 2 meters and 20 on 440, no 50 watt version that i know of.

@vykan

4 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 I'm asking because there is a version on Ebay from CRT in France that claims 50w and 10A CRT Micron.

Does this radio have SSB? Maybe I missed it.

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

No, I really wish these chinese radios would do 2 things, First, make a decent SSB 6 meter radio and second, make a SSB 2 meter radio.

@thesuccessfulbarber

4 жыл бұрын

What is the benefit of ssb

Can I get a link to the driver and programming files? My unit just arrived today, can't wait to get it online, great video, thanks! K0ENS.

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Well, I totally forgot where I downloaded them from, but I did save them lol so I put them on one of my web servers. Download it here www.exedor.net/radio/ The CDM21228_Setup.exe is the driver for the USB cable and the file AT_778UV_Setup_1.00.exe if I remember right is the programming software. Took me forever to track the right cable driver down.. but these should get you started up. Let me know !

@buddymoyer4321

6 жыл бұрын

i can't program mine it said wrong version ???? (help) lol

How has this radio been working out for you? I'm considering buying it. Thanks - KJ7XJ

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

Used it all summer long in my shop/KZread work area, it has not given me any issues. I like it so far!

@hadrianhaine5204

4 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 is it still going well?

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

@@hadrianhaine5204 Yeah still working great.

How is the radio powered in the shop?

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

I have it set up on my solar backup box I built for ARES type deployments. Works great for just running it in my work area, and can be disconnected and taken with me in case we need to respond and communicate in a hurry.

@caseyanderson9169

5 жыл бұрын

@Iridium242 Thanks, I really appreciate the response

Is anytone a reputable brand?

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

I have 2 of their radios and neither have had any issues for over a year now, so I would say they are good to go.

Can this be run off a 12v outlet or is hardwired still preferable?

@Iridium242

6 ай бұрын

Either way just make sure your 12 volt outlet is rated for 19 amps or better

@pnowikow

6 ай бұрын

In that case, I'll hardwire it to a relay off the battery

How’s this little radio doing after you first hooked her up?

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

Still using it, no issues at all. Out of all the smaller mobile rigs I have tried over the years this one actually has turned out to be a winner.

@bobdillashaw4360

2 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 tried for you a few times on 520. Hope to catch you soon, 73, Kg7vdn

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

@@bobdillashaw4360 Cool yeah I always have a radio on 52 so I am sure I will catch you on

Why not get and support Midland DBR2500 DUAL BAND AMATEUR TWO-WAY RADIO?

@bobbybeta3967

4 жыл бұрын

Or better yet, the Motorola XPR 5550.

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

Well A) its the same radio and B) If you can talk Midland into sending me one to review I would be happy to review it, Heck I didnt even know midland MADE ham stuff :) I will check into it and email them. BTW the XPR 5550 is nice but geared more to the commercial markets and less to hams, however we do have a DMR/Mototurbo repeater out here in Vegas.

@bobbybeta3967

4 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 The AnyTone you reviewed looks very very similar to the Midland DBR2500 on their website. However, I was not able to find a single review on KZread for the Midland unit.

Does it have best RX audio than Leixen 898 ??

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

WAY better, I actually use the Leixen 898 in my shop/garage area where I do the videos, its up to the right. I put an external speaker on it and the audio is better but this Anytone has a much better audio quality. I just re-programmed it the other day with some new frequencies and its still going strong since this video.

@30CB009

5 жыл бұрын

​@@Iridium242 The anytone is able to receive in two frequency to the same time (U/V for example) ? My Leixes is not able, or it doesn´t correctly. Many thanks and excuss me for my English

@30CB009

5 жыл бұрын

Hello again !!! The Anytone is able to receive in two frequencys at the same time ????

Can I use this for gmrs if I get the right antenna?

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

Yes, however technically that isnt legal because its not type accepted by the FCC for GMRS use and could transmit out of the power ranges for GMRS, however if you follow the rules and have a GMRS license, your chances of getting in trouble with it are very slim. Just be careful with it.

@airscoutborne

5 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 Thank you very much for your reply sir! Im new into this and just got my 70 dollar gmrs certification. Got a Btech 50x1 and it works great at the farm. Was torn between the two radios and you helped with that decision so thank you again!

@Hillbilly1959

4 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 Thanks for answering the question, I was wondering the same thing. I have my ham ticket and will be getting my GMRS license very soon. I like this radio

@bulldogbrower6732

3 жыл бұрын

For GMRS you have to hit the special programming keys to make it transmit out of band. There is a video describing this function on KZread.

I have 2

No DMR on this mobile, huh? Well, what did I expect for the price. I just saw Anytone and presumed it had it. I have an 878 and this is an 778. They should have changed up the numbering a bit more... It looks nice if I had needed an analog radio (already have plenty).

Does this radio TX in 151.880?

@Iridium242

6 жыл бұрын

Yes it will

@Jow_Rd

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Iridium for your support!

Crossband? 73's by PY3WS

@Iridium242

5 жыл бұрын

Nope, does not do cross band

Whats the scan on it like? Fast or slow

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

Slow

@crazy4chickens

2 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 dang I guess it can't be perfect for 150 bucks

@Iridium242

2 жыл бұрын

@@crazy4chickens lol yeah, Honestly I forgot and had to power up the radio in my shop to see how it scans. Other than the slow scanning its been a great radio so far, I even picked up another one

Does it still work? 3 years later? Does it work with chirp?

@Iridium242

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah it still works using it here right now and also have second for my garage and youtube video area.

@jordan1234564

3 жыл бұрын

@@Iridium242 nice. Mine runs super hot. I need to get a fan for it.

@TheSoball358

2 жыл бұрын

@@jordan1234564 Please describe super hot if you dont mind - Thanks you.

@jordan1234564

2 жыл бұрын

@@TheSoball358 it is hot enough on top to burn you. Just talking for 10 min it's super hot already.

@TheSoball358

2 жыл бұрын

@@jordan1234564 How would you install a fan?

Does this radio have promiscuous mode?

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

Nope, its an analog radio.. not DMR

Why don't you include your callsign in your videos?

@Iridium242

4 жыл бұрын

Mainly for privacy reasons, its W6UTC, just never felt comfortable putting it out there but it really isnt all that important as not many know how to look that up

@bulldogbrower6732

3 жыл бұрын

Why should he, who are you the radio police ?

Not FBI - Vfo -

Thank you! Can’t wait to get one! KI5RGM