Putting a full size radio in any car is cumbersome today. This would be great for any kinda road trip with a magnetic mount on the roof. Thanks 4 the info

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Agreed!

@AdvantureRoad

4 ай бұрын

Not bashing having a radio in your car, I have one in every car I own. Wife and I do a lot of road trips every year and I can tell ya, I wouldn’t trust it being my only communication if there was a problem. Not because of the radio itself, There’s just not enough people using them. I’m picking up skip 90% of the time. Am, sideband, doesn’t seem to matter. Do truckers even use cb anymore?

I have the old 19x from the 80's superior radio......Long live C.B.radio

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

The 19 sure has been around a while!

@strothermartin5368

9 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms And it still works great!

Just because it's tiny does not mean it's not good. With today's technology we can make things smaller with great features. My first new 25 inch RCA TV had to weigh 150 pounds , the 65 inch on my wall weighs a whole lot less than 50 pounds!

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Good point-

@george_aurelius

9 ай бұрын

That's what she said....

@JasonCooper-em4gt

6 ай бұрын

Tuff radio ch 19 is clear 😢

I bought the cobra 19 ultra v a couple weeks ago. Cutest little radio ive ever seen. Works good. But the fact that it only has 1 knob is a real pain in the ass to change things while youre driving down the road .

@FarpointFarms

8 ай бұрын

That is the trade off for the size.

The radio has the same identical display as the anytone AT 500m. Has the identical menu settings as well. It wouldn't surprise me if the same company that made the any tone is now making the cobra

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

It's possible, but I doubt it as I can confirm that Cobra still has an actual R&D department where they are dreaming up new radios.

Hopefully their quality will return to something close to what it was 25 years ago. At this point any movement in that direction would be a massive improvement.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

I've been pleased with it so far!

happy radio. dang near fits in place of an ashtray in a 90s car

@FarpointFarms

Ай бұрын

Ha--- I think you might be right

Thanks Eric awesome review was always!!! Data Cobra guy for 30 years as a trucker. But I do have a custom built Stryker 955.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Very cool!

@PBAB17

9 ай бұрын

​@@FarpointFarmsEric, of all the mini AM FM radios, which one has in your opinion the easiest screen to see and which one performed the best for you?

I like it, like the roger beep too. I’ve still got my old 19 plus from the 80s. Still works too. Thanks for the video.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it!

I've been hoping to see that little thing on your channel being reviewed. It would do well in my wife's vehicle. It's not a small vehicle, but the fact you can fit it just about anywhere she would want it is great.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

It is small, my wife is not wanting a radio in her car, but this one she said was OK with due to the size and it could be hidden away

Just picked one up at a flea market for $10 with antenna. Great info here

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

You'll love it!

Cool little radio, very straightforward controls. Looks like the same case/body used on the Anytone at-779. I wouldn't jam it in between the seats though because it would insulate the heatsinks.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Oh, that is a good point. It might overheat. Thanks for the tip!

I was hoping you would show a picture of the camo one but I didn't see anything..... LMAO

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

I had downloaded one, but the program I use to edit videos didn't like it.

The country bumpkin intro music is overwhelming 😂

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

My own song. Thanks!

Nice little radio. I have the perfect place to slide this in my car.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Go for it!

Your vids on CBs have inspired me to find my old CB(s) and start tinkering with them. I only really attempted to use them 1 time and it was a failure, because at that time I didn’t know how to tune the antennas but now I do. I found 1 of the CBs, a Craig L-103, connected it to my Jackery and it lit up like a 70s disco ball! It has a built in SWR meter, and the old style red digital numerals. I didn’t attempt to transmit because I didn’t have the antenna connected, but I’m stoked that it powered up and changed channels. Thankfully I found both of my antennas. I bought them at Radio Shack decades ago but I’m certain they’ll work after tuning. I have a 2nd CB but I can’t remember where I put it or even what kind it was. When the Craig is powered up, according to the built-in meter on the Jackery, it’s using 3w of power per hour. That would obviously increase when transmitting but I can get a good idea of how much power I need to provide for monitoring at least.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Those power packs are perfect for CB radio setups.

@mikeingeorgia1

9 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms I was able to take the Craig out to an open field to test it today. I tried all 40 channels and was not able to transmit on any of them, or hear anything. The TX LED lights up when I key the mic, and the power indicator would move ever so slightly, but I don’t believe it’s transmitting. I brought it home and hooked it back up to the Jackery and when I key the mic the power draw from the Jackery increases to 7W, but the needle on the CB itself barely budges. Is there an online forum you’d recommend to help me troubleshoot it further?

Nice little radio. I've had a bunch of them over the years. they were mandatory if you wanted to run your jeep with an off road club. i currently dont have one installed in my vehicles although there is one on my Harley that i never use. i have a Uniden Bear Cat Off Road on the shelf. Its got so quiet now on the roads very seldom does anyone come back to you. I may have to look at the Mini and maybe put one in my Ram Rebel. i have the room for sure. thanks for sharing.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info- It is a cool idea to have one on the Harley

Nice radio-Have you considered having a far point cb night to see how many of us could communicate from across the US?

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

I love that idea! Maybe I can set something up for the first week in November?

The AM only model only has tinned wire ends, no harness and cig plug or tinned wire bundle. They are usually on the wall at the truckstop. Still cool !

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Good to know!

Looks a lot like my President Bill am/fm that you talked me into buying lol. I really like the new Bill. The Cobra is a nice looking radio but no WEATHER channels. Deal breaker for me when you live by Lake Erie. I have never had so many weather alerts as in this last summer. Saved our ass cpl times with the farm animals. They should of re-did the Cobra 18wx. One of my all time fav radios (also my 1st CB} Cheers

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

I am hoping that they bring that radio back as well.

@billredding2000

8 ай бұрын

I have the Bill II also, one main reason is it has NOAA. Wouldn't get a CB radio w/o it. -- BR

Off topic but these guys in my state love their AM channel 28.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Here it's 26.

Now that's a radio. Professional looking. Hopefully it can talk too.😊

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Stay tuned for the range test~!

@JasonCooper-em4gt

5 ай бұрын

Order from 🖕 hut don't break the 🏦 😊

Eric I did my first range test with my friend Paul he had my Uniden Pro 401 Hand held & I had my Cobra HH50WXST his signal talking to me in his car went t o 5-6 then to 9 & back to 5 he drove 3 block's to the Grocery store then had to turn off the radio. roughly 5km from my house.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Glad to hear it! Sounds like pretty decent range too. By the way. Chevettes are really cool!

@CBHandleYamahaRider

9 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms Ya well I need to buy a SWR meter I didn't get very far with the range test my friend Paul cut out when he was turning down a road past the gas station. I got a Question when your hook up the cb to the SWR meter & the antenna to the SWR antenna jack on the back of the SWR meter can you unhook the cable's & hook your antenna back up to your cb radio after you've set it up? or do you keep it all connected. Yes Chevette's are cool car's. I had one when i was a teen. Didn't have a license so i drove it in my yard & down a dirt road behind my house. Learned how to back up a trailer with my chevette. Later Thanks

@CBHandleYamahaRider

9 ай бұрын

Hey Eric is 150 watt Amp way to much power? Would the FCC catch me if i used one. Because i think no one can hear me.

I got to be honest, I’m stuck between the cobra 19 mini and the president bill 2, really like the looks of this radio.

@duanebledsoe7566

9 ай бұрын

The President Bill has more features though, like weather bands and three different noise reduction settings, and it can also have its power output boosted a bit just by tweaking the factory service menu settings. There are videos in YT showing how.

@bobdillashaw4360

9 ай бұрын

@@duanebledsoe7566 thanks for the info, I’ll check it out.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Both are great radios. The 19 is a little easier to use.

Definatly a Qixiang built radio for Cobra. That mic is without a doubt a anytone mic

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

OK.

I still have my Cobra 19x From the early 80's The original.

@FarpointFarms

4 ай бұрын

Awesome that you still have it.

@strothermartin5368

4 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms I'm old school. All of my radios are old. My newest radio is Uniden PC 33 40 ch.

I have the AM counterpart. Never thought I would miss a noise blanker, but this radio leaves me no choice. Great radio, but would trade ASQ for NB anyday.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Engine noise? Mine is fairly quite, but I have it in a pretty modern car.

Just got mine today 3-21-24. Im impressed. Don't really care for the digital screen. I drive 2 hours a day for work,so i will find out if it holds up overtime.

@FarpointFarms

4 ай бұрын

You will have to let me know what you think of it

@rpjr5637

4 ай бұрын

@FarpointFarms Working out just fine. TX was better than I thought it would be. Sound quality is ok,for being small. I'm not a fan of the display screen. Buttons are a little hard to change with fat fingers, but if you have it set to your desired setting before driving, you're good to go. TX for me was about 7-8 miles with 2 hills in-between. I bought the complete set with the Cobra antenna from Amazon. I rate it at 9 out of 10. It's pretty impressive to me. It's worth the money, and I actually already bought another for my father. I'd say it's worth buying.

Coming out of Minnesota.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

With Skip, these things are talking all over the world.

I would like to see someone put this on a Wattmeter and see what the power output levels are for both Am and FM.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

I will see what I can do.

@2148aa

9 ай бұрын

Do realize FM has no peck envelope power swing. FM will give you 4 watt output with frequency shift. Scream into to mike all you want. That will not affect power output any.

@dandriver128

8 ай бұрын

​@@FarpointFarmsare there any internal adjustments?

I just bought one very nice radio

@FarpointFarms

5 ай бұрын

Good choice!

Love this radio 😅plug 🔌 play no cq repeters my new compact base my receiver is the fcc andy 😅

@FarpointFarms

5 ай бұрын

Good choice! I have this one in one of my cars. It has come in handy a few times

Not a fan of roger beep on the cb, but I use it on my Midland Xtalkers & GXT 1000 FRS radios.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Roger beep makes CB's more Awesomer.

I’m currently running a 19 ultra III in my daily driver but am wanting to go to something with SSB

@FarpointFarms

2 ай бұрын

The President McKinley is nice.

Definitely looking into this one. Looks a lot like the ole 19 Ultra V that disappeared. Has the lighter plug-in always been an option for cb radios or is that something that just started recently?

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

I am not sure- I can only remember wiring in the ones in my cars

How hilarious would the picture be with that thing married to a gigantic linear. I like the idea of a push or separate button power button so you I could keep the volume at one setting instead of having to adjust it every time I turn on my McKinley.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Shhhh! I may have this one currently zip tied to a RM203!

@barneymm2204

9 ай бұрын

LOL! But I'm sure the 203 is set for four watts output.@@FarpointFarms

@k9policexj

9 ай бұрын

​@@FarpointFarms That's exactly what I'm doing with my President Bill FM!

Nice very stealthy unit indeed

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Indeed it is

@InvestigationsDepartment

8 ай бұрын

I think I like that version ✌

Roger beep is awesome!

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Yup!!

I'm sure they go back 40 years.. 😮 Do Ham international still make stuff? I had a multitude 2 back in the day that I loved.

@FarpointFarms

8 ай бұрын

Not sure, but I've been messing around since 1986.

...need more info on performance...like, do I stand a prayer when I'm stranded in the middle of nowhere ...also, anything small with a few more utilities and listening options when I'm not in trouble? Like an audio weather loop and ham band?

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Nothing on the market will do ham and CB, but there are other options out there.

Getting awfully close in price to the President Bill 2, which has a lot of cool features missing on the Mini. The AM version of the Mini is tempting at $36 (on eBay) but at $100 I’d go for the President Bill.

@FarpointFarms

2 ай бұрын

I think that is part due to inflation.

THX.DAN Ff.

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

I remember buying one of these for $19

@FarpointFarms

4 ай бұрын

I wish this was still only $19, prices are getting insane

Would like to know if there is software for the radio and connect via microphone perhaps go into 10 meters? 1)they don't have that stupid USB charger port 2)no pushing up and down on the screen to make changes 3)Software to program the scan? 4)What about squelch tails? I think they are neat

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

These are 11meter only. No software hookups as well.

Just bought mine today from Walmart for 15$👌

@FarpointFarms

3 ай бұрын

That is one heck of a deal-

Wow that's small. I think I need one, just because .. lol

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

That is usually enough of a reason for me!

I bought it 3 days ago and I’m taking back this little thing cause is impossible to understand something even in my work yard

@FarpointFarms

Ай бұрын

I am sorry to hear that

Hey it's a start or, at least something in the time of need...Prob will lead into more of what CB has to offer. Which by the way, CB is free all you need is a radio....

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Agreed. CB is the open for all format that we miss.

@micwell2247

9 ай бұрын

Am thinking once I get the radio I want with the SSB on it, I might be able to reach you..will try and see then @@FarpointFarms

I just bought one and I want to know if I can add a USB connection instead of hard wiring to wires, so that way I can move it to other vehicles more easily

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

I don't think so. The outlet is 12V and USB is 5V

Would like to see a comparison between the 19 mini and president bill???

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

If I have time, I might have to do that

But, Eric if you switch to FM then the person you're talking to would have to have FM on their radio too, for that to work.

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Correct!

I hate the roger beep. For most of my 33 years on the road I hated when someone came in to run with our "pack" and we had to hear that stupid beep. 🦇

@FarpointFarms

11 күн бұрын

It was good enough for the Apollo missions, it's good enough for me!

@dustbat

11 күн бұрын

@@FarpointFarms Yeah, I get it. However, for me, it got old quick when many drivers were running them and each time they unkey we got the beep. I adopted🦇 and still use even on my voice mail "over". CBs are a lot of fun and I still keep mine in my 2007 Ram and I retired in 06! Ant. Mt keeps it out of Explorer but on a road trip I ain't going with out the 2 way.

How long is the wire that is used to hardwire the radio (not the cigarette plug wire)?

@FarpointFarms

3 ай бұрын

I can't remember, maybe a few feet

You mentioned car. Is this ok for box trucks or people over the road does the same as the bigger ones right? Of course I need an antenna for longer range right?

@FarpointFarms

6 күн бұрын

Yes, it will work fine for any type of vehicle. Yes, you'll need an antenna. The longer the better. Good luck!

Nice radio. Could you recommend a good antenna to go with it?

@FarpointFarms

6 ай бұрын

I love the Tram 3500

I can not get mine to scan! Can you explain that better to me? I looked in the manual etc

@FarpointFarms

2 ай бұрын

Yes, Turn up the squelch and hit the up button until all 40 channels have been passed. Then it goes into sdcan.

Any setting suggestions for the mini?

@FarpointFarms

6 ай бұрын

Mine is working pretty well with the stock setup.

Question, if the car in front of me only has AM, can we communicate if I'm in FM??? Or do i have to switch to AM?

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

You'd have to switch to AM.

If only it had the wx channels, it would be the perfect radio! Is it 4w?

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Yes, 4 watts.

Just curious what's the song at the beginning of the video I actually liked it 😂

@FarpointFarms

Ай бұрын

That is my theme song for my channel

@user-ez5zz1bk1q

Ай бұрын

Oh alright thanks

@user-ez5zz1bk1q

Ай бұрын

Is there anyway that it could go on Spotify so I can listen to it while I drive?

I just wonder if it can be tuned at all

@FarpointFarms

4 ай бұрын

I am not sure since I don't mess with that

Similar looking to the RADIODDITY CB-27 PRO CB RADIO, AM/FM. Which one do you prefer since you have also reviewed the Radioddity unit?

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

It make look similar, but it's a totally different radio. this one is superior in every way. Wireless handset, better controls, and better display. It's clear Cobra put a lot of R&D into this one.

@cpcourtney6570

9 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms …. Thanks, good to know!

How do I make the auto scan feature come on?

@FarpointFarms

6 ай бұрын

Press and hold the Channel UP or DOWN button and the POWER button at the same time to activate the SCAN function

i recently got one, and when i go to talk on the cb the “tx” doesn’t come on, the screen goes blank and it just beeps at me

@FarpointFarms

Ай бұрын

That doesn't sound good. Is the unit still under warranty?

What if the person on the other end only has an am only cb radio. Would they still be able to hear me on fm or would they need a AM/fm radio in order to hear me on FM.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

You could still talk to him via AM, but on FM? no, they would need a FM radio as well.

With the big skip knuckleheads on just about EVERY channel, I don't really turn mine on anymore. Would be nice to see a bench test but we know it's not over 4 watts.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

It's a little under 4 watts AM.

Any updates

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Still working well!

You mini, has the Am Fm button where mine is a 9/19 button, does that mean mine is only Am? I purchased the Cobra 19 Ultra V

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Yes. The swapped the 9/19 with FM.

Is the same thing as sideband?

@FarpointFarms

3 ай бұрын

No. Sideband is on the AM side of things. The FM mode is a new mode.

Does it have the weather channel?

@FarpointFarms

Ай бұрын

I don't believe that it does

I bought this one for my father but I'm stuck between getting this one or the President Thomas FCC. Do you have a preference between the two?

@FarpointFarms

8 ай бұрын

Depends on car space. If it's sub-compact like mine than the 75 wins. If he has the room, it is nice to have a unit that is mounted.

@-_-_traveltripper-_-_

8 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms thank you

How to turn to fm mode

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

I'll make a follow-up video.

What’s the name of song you play at the beginning?

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

That's the "Official Farpoint Farms Theme Song"!

Wonder how well it would pair with an 8.5 foot antenna

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

It would work just fine with it= just make sure that it is one for CB radios

@samuelhyslop9639

7 ай бұрын

@FarpointFarms just hooked it up, i can hear people just fine just people cany hear me, any suggestions?

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

It could be Skip- you can hear them but they can't hear you and vise versa. I have a video on it

@samuelhyslop9639

7 ай бұрын

@FarpointFarms just tested mine with another buddy works just fine. Its somwthing on friend 1s cb

Anytone 🤣😂👍

@FarpointFarms

6 ай бұрын

And?

is there much talk on Fm?

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Depends on the area- FM is more clear

@robertparker3580

9 ай бұрын

I'm in Tuscaloosa,Al.@@FarpointFarms

I don't have none of those things

@FarpointFarms

Ай бұрын

Sorry to hear that

Make another video

@FarpointFarms

7 ай бұрын

Will do.

👍

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Cool!

Isn't it true that modern cars today can't accommodate CB radio. Wouldn't installing a cb radio on a 2023 car interfere with all the modern electronic in cars today.

@813sierravictor

9 ай бұрын

No

@strothermartin5368

9 ай бұрын

@@813sierravictor If you put a linear in there it probably would.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Not at all. My 2021 Mitsubishi has one in it and has no issues at all.

@duanebledsoe7566

9 ай бұрын

My 2023 Nissan Frontier has a President Johnny III CB radio in it and there’s no interference with the vehicle’s systems at all. It’s the opposite actually, sometimes the vehicle interferes with the CB. I hear my LED brake lights and turn signals buzzing through the radio, but not always. I’ve noticed that it is weather dependent. Heavy fog or very hot and humid weather makes it worse.

I like the older Cobras, but this one isn't for me

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Agreed- this one does have its place but not for everyone.

@ronlosey9355

9 ай бұрын

I believe Cobra has also came out with the 29 that has FM too @@FarpointFarms

@strothermartin5368

9 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms I have a 19x from the 80's better radio in my opinion.

Just say no to roger beeps.

@FarpointFarms

9 ай бұрын

Boo! Roger beeps got us to the moon!!

@813sierravictor

9 ай бұрын

@@FarpointFarms yeah, but not on the 11 meter band 🙃

@bruceclark5627

9 ай бұрын

Friends don't let friends Roger beep.

@duanebledsoe7566

9 ай бұрын

Roger beep is awesome!