Name: Dave TM061 full modes test CRT SS9900 CB (Anytone 6666) @CB-RADIO-UK
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Dave TM061 full modes test CRT SS9900 CB (Anytone 6666)

Fred in the Shed 2024-04-25 | Dave TM061 full modes test CRT SS9900 CB (Anytone 6666)

CB Radio Beginners Guide. Part 1. Antenna Choices. Mobile v Homebase

Fred in the Shed 2022-11-12 | In this first video we look at expectations on coming on to CB radio and choosing an antenna for mobile or home base use.
My Home based Antenna set up. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pl5RElfeBaI
First antenna choice advice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yFMvTs7gJ-E
Getting a CB callsign. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIZoYRtd-RU
Getting the first CB contact advice. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3eAqeQRAabg
Temporary T2LT DX Vertical Bazooka https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lwbT4ZX6514
Homemade attic dipole antenna. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CsgSqwXhyA

Retevis RT622p License-free PMR446 Walkie Talkie REVIEW.

Fred in the Shed 2022-11-10 | Review and outdoor testing of the Retevis RT622p License-free PMR446 2 radio pack.
Buy Here : https://bit.ly/3f3x1fk
OverView

1. Get in Work Right Out of Box
Retevis RT622P PMR446 radio, no license required, both children and adults can use.
2.Ultra-thin design
15mm ultra-thin body, easy to tuck in a pocket or clip on a belt, suitable for restaurants, retail stores, hotels, schools, warehouses, construction sites and so on.
3. Large battery
Ultra-thin body, but with a large capacity of 1620mAH battery, it can be used for 15 hours, ensuring that it is online at any time and improving work efficiency.
4. Type-C charging
Type-C socket, front and back can be plugged, more convenient and long-term use, more compatibility, can connect PC, game console, smart phone, storage device etc.

What’s in the Box？
2 x RT622P PMR446 Large battery portable two way radio
2 x Battery
2 x Belt Clip
1 x Adapter
2 x USB charging cable
1 x User manual

THE BIG UK CB RADIO NET. 41 YEARS. CB is BACK !

Fred in the Shed 2022-11-06 | UK CB RADIO at its BEST. Over 130 breakers recorded in the net log. Big thanks goes out to "Echo" Dave LT727 + Jake LT01+James Kent. Awesome night.
The CB net action carries on here. https://youtu.be/r2E_ipDwakk

Setting up the President Grant 2 for the 41 year CB BIG NET.

Fred in the Shed 2022-10-29 | Will the President Grant 2 still work as its been sitting in a box for years but will be used on the up coming BIG 41 year CB NET night. I set it up in the shed shack and get some radio reports with and without a Zetagi 150 amp. I think the radio runs best on standard power. on SSB.

Retevis RT616 License-free PMR446 Walkie Talkie REVIEW.

Fred in the Shed 2022-10-27 | Review and range test Retevis RT616 License-free PMR446.
Buy Here: https://bit.ly/3gxKuMN

Features:
A/B band independent operation
Voice Activated Transmit (VOX)
Squelch
Button Lock
Monitor function
Busy channel lockout
Keystroke Tones
121 Privacy Codes
Battery / Power Saver
Battery level Indicator
Ten different Call Tones
Dual channel monitoring
USB charging function
TOT function
FM radio(87-108MHz)
LED light
Belt Clip
Charging progress bar will not be displayed in power off state.

Package:
2 x RT16 two way radio
2 x Battery
2 x Belt Clip
2 x Sling
1 x One to two charging lines
1 x User Manual

CB RADIO 305 group action. What's coming soon and a BIG thank you.

Fred in the Shed 2022-10-22 | Latest local CB action from the 305. Great contacts and chats. Delboys radio blog here. https://delboyonline.blogspot.com/ Radio used is an Alinco DX-SR8 and not type approved for UK CB.

Awesome USA USA USA blasting into UK CB. Fall 2022

Fred in the Shed 2022-10-11 | UK CB RADIO. Stateside skip has been reaching out across the pond into the UK on 27.385 LSB. Great to hear these guys again.

UK CB FM CH 19 MUPPETS Malachite V4 SDR. + Rare 29FG01 Fran from Ireland.

Fred in the Shed 2022-10-01 | Testing the Malachite V4 DSP SDR on UK CB FM band channel 19 chit chat. Also sporadic E skip 29FG01 Fran from Tuam Ireland blasting in on FM mode which is pretty rare.
Banggood. https://ban.ggood.vip/11FuY
Special Discount coupon code: BG9763c9

Features:
Latest Malahit SDR v4
Immersion Gold Motherboard
Material: Aluminum shell
Type-c charging port
Dual speakers with stereo on WFM
3.5 inch capacitive touch screen
Dimensions: 122 x 103 x 29.5mm/4.8 x 4.1 x 1.2"

Product Parameters:

1. Based on the SDR architecture, the msi001 radio frequency front-end 12bit quantization sampling is adopted, and the processor adopts STM32H743, the main frequency is up to 480 MHz;
2. The receiving frequency is 50kHz to 49.999MHz, 50.001MHz to 249.999MHz, 400MHz to 2GHz;
3. Demodulation type: AM, SSB, NFM, WFM, CW;
4. Sensitivity is better than 0.2-0.3μV;
5. Anti-blocking is better than 85 dB;
6. Real-time sampling bandwidth is 160 kHz;
7. Function: variable filter, adaptive noise reduction, threshold noise reduction, noise suppressor, AGC, equalizer, etc.;
8. Display screen is IPS 3.5 inches, capacitive touch screen with backlight adjustment;
9. The battery capacity is 3000mAh, USB-TYPEC interface;
10. The working current does not exceed 300mA;
11. Optional front-end attenuation filter components, attenuation up to 30dB;
12. Connect to the computer via USB, which can realize CAT, IQ and audio communication;
13. The size of the whole machine is 122 x 103 x 29.5mm.
14. Built-in Speaker Expansion Module

Design Details:

This is the latest version. All circuit parts are independently shielded, ultra-low noise LNA is upgraded, front full-frequency cavity speaker, improved stable encoder, attenuation and medium wave options are available.

The stability of the screen fixation, the position of knobs, and selected materials. Built-in retractable antenna. To have a better listening effect, this unit reserves an external antenna SAM female connector, and you can connect a better antenna. A power- off button is added deliberately. Using high-quality speakers, 80 is the maximum designed volume.
All parts are well-designed, and many adjustments have been made of aesthetics and convenience.

Package included:

1 x Malahite SDR V4
1 x Antenna

Radio operator saves United Airlines flight. Liar or Hoaxed ?

Fred in the Shed 2022-09-24 | A radio enthusiast from Castlederg in County Tyrone has been praised for saving the lives hundreds of airline passengers, from his shed.
Benny Young was turning the dial on his radio when he picked up a Mayday call from a United Airlines flight from Dublin to Boston.
Mr Young said he heard the mayday call just before moved to another frequency.
He then relayed information between the pilot and ground control at the airport.

ERICKHILL Digital Infrared Thermometer Gun. Full review.

Fred in the Shed 2022-09-21 | ERICKHILL Digital Infrared Thermometer -50℃~600℃ Non-Contact Laser Temperature Gun LCD Backlit Display Adjustable Emissivity. Review and testing.
Buy here. UK https://amzn.to/3cIYK3y USA https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09K39VL3G
15% discount code. Code No: DBZWISAZ End Date: 21/10/2022 23:59

【High Accuracy】: Combining the latest temperature sensor technology and advanced Fresnel lens, this instrument reads values of high accuracy ±1.5°/±1.5% in only 0.5s response; The adjustable emissivity is 0.1-1.0, which can measure the surface temperature of different objects more precisely.
【Precisely Locating】: Built-in red laser for precisely aiming, accurately finding the measuring target; Blue screen with black digital display, clear reading. The distance to spot ratio is 12:1, which means you can measure the target at a longer distance.
【Multi Functions】: This infrared thermometer could test the temperature during --50℃~600℃/(-58℉~1112℉); Switch between ℃/℉ unit as needed; with LCD backlight allows you can check the temperatures even in the dark condition; Auto power off after 12’S no operation which helps save battery power.

Colour 600℃ Black Blue
Display Type LCD
Item Weight 234 grams
Material ABS
Measurement System Laser Sensor
Model Number ROOK 600SP-W
Part Number Rook 600SP
Power Source Type Battery Powered

CB breaker back on after 25 yrs off air (CT 4559 Matt in Ruislip)

Fred in the Shed 2022-09-17 | Matt's been off radio for 25 years but came back like it was yesterday. Using an Anyclone 6666 radio and based in Ruislip in North West London and about 15 miles from my location.

SWR-120 Digital SWR and Power Meter for CB and HAM radio REVIEW

Fred in the Shed 2022-09-10 | ALL FOR HAM OED SWR-120 display digital SWR meter. Full review. SWR-120 1.8MHz-50MHz 0.5W-120W HF Short Wave SWR and Power Watt Meter FM AM CW SSB.
Buy here. https://www.aliexpress.com/item/3256804366852884.html
Fred discount code. SWR120FRED

Digital power standing wave ratio meter. Small and portable, built-in rechargeable battery does not require external power supply, directly displays forward power, reflected power, antenna power, antenna efficiency, standing wave, battery voltage, accuracy meets amateur needs, high standing wave , alarm function.

Specification:
Frequency range: 1.8MHz-50MHz

Power range: 0.5W-120W up to 200W, FM, AM, CW mode is recommended for long-term testing below 120W, SSB mode is optional

Measurement accuracy: ±5%

Standing wave range: 1.0-99.99

Access interface: SO239

Charging interface: type-c

Aluminum alloy shell size: 63mm*88mm*38mm

Battery capacity: 1000mAh

Retevis RT618 visual ❝ALERT❝ PMR Licence Free Radio

Fred in the Shed 2022-09-04 | Full review and on air test Retevis RT618 ALERT 446 MHz legal 16 channel PMR radio.
Buy Here. https://bit.ly/3alwZx8

Package include:2 x RT618 two way radio1 x USB cable2 x Belt Clip1 x User manual2 x Hand-Strap1 x Adapter

Function ◆Frequency PMR446◆ Up to 16 Channels◆ 50 Groups CTCSS,105 Groups of standard DCS ◆ Time-out timer(TOT)◆ Battery saving function ◆ USB rapid charge◆ Programmable by PC

They say radio hobby is DEAD but operator helps save girls life

Fred in the Shed 2022-09-03 | Back in 2017 radio operator Mike Everett heard the desperate plea from a man camping in a remote part of Exmoor over the airways and immediately took charge. Amazing story.
Maxcom 7E Road test video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gm6yhu-V5aQ
Maxcom 7E Full review video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75p99CyVEnY
Garys Youtube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/c/104sOutdoors

RETEKESS TR626 4 band FM-MW-LW-Shortwave radio with Bluetooth.

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-29 | RETEKESS TR626. Full Review with sound samples. A refreshing simple to use no nonsense clear sounding FM-MW-LW-SW radio. Perfect for the elderly as well as everyone else.
Links to Amazon.
The Retekess TR626 at Amazon UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B09BZCTGTF
The Retekess TR626 at Amazon FR: https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B0922R2XDR
The Retekess TR626 at Amazon DE: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0922R2XDR
The Retekess TR626 at Amazon IT: https://www.amazon.it/dp/B0922R2XDR
The Retekess TR626 at Amazon ES: https://www.amazon.es/dp/B0922R2XDR

Easy to operate; clear and large dial display window; large volume knob and large tuning knob is a friendly design for the elderly or for anyone who needs a simple to use radio.
Bluetooth function; adopt BT 5.1 version wireless technology; bring you a better music experience; features fast and stable signal transmission; pair with the phone or other BT devices effortlessly
Standard 3.5mm headphone jack. excellent MW/FM/SW/LW portable radio receiver; but does not support stereo
Two power supply methods; plug in AC power cable (included) for home use; 4 D batteries (not included) for outdoor activities or emergency situations
Loud and superior sound; built-in 2W 3.5-inch speaker; carry high-quality sound; volume can meet needs of the elderly with hearing problems

Product details
Brand Retekess
Colour White, Black, Orange, Clear
Connectivity technology Bluetooth
Power source Battery Powered
Radio bands supported 4-Band
Product dimensions 25L x 15W x 8H centimetres

Lonely Pensioner forced to take down CB antenna !

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-27 | Ken Overton, 68, Forced to remove his Silver Rod CB antenna. Ken uses the short-range CB radio to communicate with friends and family seven miles away from his home in Portishead, near Bristol.
Mr Overton, who has mobility problems, said it has become his ‘lifeline’ and stopped him getting lonely because mobile contracts are too expensive for him.
But neighbours have complained that his aerial is disrupting their television and broadband signals, and the pensioner has been asked to take it down.

ATS 25X1. Shortwave receiver tested on 11m CB Radio band.

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-20 | Testing the ATS 25X1 Shortwave radio on USB 27Mhz CB radio band. Full ATS25 radio review is here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYkR91OuVIM
Buy here. https://ban.ggood.vip/12c5g
Discount Code. BG4147f9
Features:
With 2.4inch touch screen. Built-in large capacity lithium battery
Support USB TYPE-C interface to upgrade program, and 3.5mm stereo audio output. Radio search function and input frequency directly on numeric keypad, also with the HAM band quick channel.
Comes with pull rod antenna, and data cable.
Specifications:
Material: aluminium Alloy
Color: black
Frequency:
FM:64~108MHZ/RDS function
LW:153~500KHZ
MW:520~1710KHZ
SW:1730~30000KHZ
SSB:1730~30000KHZ
Antenna interface: BNC
Support AM bandwidth ranges: 1~6K
Support SSB bandwidth ranges: 0.5~4K
Output audio power: 1.5W
Battery: 1 * lithium battery, 2000mAh (included)
Package size: 140 * 115 * 55mm / 5.5 * 4.5 * 2.2in
Package weight: 500g / 1.1lb

Packing list:
1 * ATS-25x1 Radio Receiver
1 * Antenna
1 * Type-c Cable

Steve SWT01 using vintage Cobra 148 GTL-DX. +Talk about the AM Days

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-12 | Yet another NEW CB breaker back on air on the UK CB radio 305 group. Steve was back on in the old UK AM days. His using a classic Cobra 148 GTL-DX CB radio. Inc Shack Chat at the beginning.

How to go frame by frame on a Youtube video.

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-09 | How to go frame advance on a Youtube video. Move one frame forward and one frame backwards. A great tip for catching out fake Youtube videos

New ATS-25X1 all Band FM LW MW SW SSB Radio Receiver REVIEW

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-05 | ATS-25X1 LATEST shortwave receiver. Full length REVIEW with on air testing. NEW upgrade version, added spectrum scan. Supplied by Banggood.
Buy Here. https://ban.ggood.vip/12c5g
Discount Code. BG4147f9
Features:
With 2.4inch touch screen. Built-in large capacity lithium battery
Support USB TYPE-C interface to upgrade program, and 3.5mm stereo audio output. Radio search function and input frequency directly on numeric keypad, also with the HAM band quick channel.
Comes with pull rod antenna, and data cable.
Specifications:
Material: aluminium Alloy
Color: black
Frequency:
FM:64~108MHZ/RDS function
LW:153~500KHZ
MW:520~1710KHZ
SW:1730~30000KHZ
SSB:1730~30000KHZ
Antenna interface: BNC
Support AM bandwidth ranges: 1~6K
Support SSB bandwidth ranges: 0.5~4K
Output audio power: 1.5W
Battery: 1 * lithium battery, 2000mAh (included)
Package size: 140 * 115 * 55mm / 5.5 * 4.5 * 2.2in
Package weight: 500g / 1.1lb

Packing list:
1 * ATS-25x1 Radio Receiver
1 * Antenna
1 * Type-c Cable

Volvo handbrake lever adjustment Parking Brake 850 S70 C70.

Fred in the Shed 2022-08-03 | Volvo 850 S70 C70. Volvo How to Adjust the emergency Parking Hand brake . Easy 15 min job. Just turn one bolt inside the car to adjust the travel of the lever. Step by step guide. Save $100 / £70 on garage / shop fees.

New radio in the shack (ATS-25x1) BUT Chatter Box on 27.555.

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-29 | New ATS 25 X1 in the shack but the 27.555 totally blocked by a Chatter Box blocking the calling channel. Please QSY !. Full review on ATS25X1 here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JYkR91OuVIM
Links to buy ATS25X1. Buy Here. https://ban.ggood.vip/12c5g
Discount Code. BG4147f9

Features:
With 2.4inch touch screen. Built-in large capacity lithium battery
Support USB TYPE-C interface to upgrade program, and 3.5mm stereo audio output. Radio search function and input frequency directly on numeric keypad, also with the HAM band quick channel.
Comes with pull rod antenna, and data cable.
Specifications:
Material: aluminium Alloy
Color: black
Frequency:
FM:64~108MHZ/RDS function
LW:153~500KHZ
MW:520~1710KHZ
SW:1730~30000KHZ
SSB:1730~30000KHZ
Antenna interface: BNC
Support AM bandwidth ranges: 1~6K
Support SSB bandwidth ranges: 0.5~4K
Output audio power: 1.5W
Battery: 1 * lithium battery, 2000mAh (included)
Package size: 140 * 115 * 55mm / 5.5 * 4.5 * 2.2in
Package weight: 500g / 1.1lb

Packing list:
1 * ATS-25x1 Radio Receiver
1 * Antenna
1 * Type-c Cable

AvalonKing ARMOR SHIELD IX CERAMIC. FULL REVIEW on a ❝ordinary❝ 14 yr old UK car.

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-25 | AvalonKing ARMOR SHIELD IX full honest review and test on a 14 year old car with non perfect paint.
Buy link here. https://glnk.io/3owm/fred-in-the-shed
All stages of prep and coating are shown in detail. I gave each panel 2 coats and used 3/4 of a bottle. Amazing results on an old car. Supposed to keep the shine for up to 2 yrs.

The highest consumer-grade ceramic coating on the market. With a mirror-like shine and the ease of cleaning it, you’ll fall in love with your vehicle all over again.
SHOWROOM SHINE AND SURFACE PROTECTION WORTHY OF A KING

Meet ARMOR SHIELD IX by AvalonKing, the #1 ceramic coating on the planet. ARMOR SHIELD IX not only gives your car a professional shine and deep wet gloss, but its super-easy DIY application comes with everything you need right out of the box.

ARMOR SHIELD IX rejects UV rays, road grime, mud, pollen, acid rain, your father's insults, bird droppings, and any other crud. While its hydrophobic properties simply whip water away, making your car wash easy like Sunday morning, we guarantee at least two year's

What its like coming on CB radio in the UK.

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-22 | Welcome new (Posh) DAN from WGC. This is how the guys on the 305 group welcome new CB breakers. Introducing "Posh Dan" a totally new radio operator from Welham Garden City in Hertfordshire UK. His started off with a basic set up of a CRT SS6900 and a cheap Silver Rod antenna set up at home. On this video the guys do a great job of making him welcome.

A complete idiot on CB radio !

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-20 | Trying to get a brand new member of the 305 group passed around when an IDIOT on FM mode decides to start BLEEPING all over us for NO reason. A longer video introducing New "Posh Dan" will be on the channel shortly .

Retevis RB615 Vibrating walkie talkie PMR radio review.

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-15 | Retevis RB615 full review and range testing. Unique two mode call alert function. Easy clone feature without the need of a PC. Tiny size and just 90 g. Loud speaker sound. Buy here. https://bit.ly/Retevis_RB615

Features.
16 channel full UK legal 0.5W
Vibrate Function
Wireless Cloning Function
CTCSS/DCS private codes
Power save feature
Squelch level control
Hands free VOX
TOT to save battery
Roger bleeps
Call tones
Keypad lock
Scanning mode
Non-standard DCS encode
Emergency alarm
Programmable side keys

General Specification.
Frequency PMR 446MHz
Channel capacity 16
Channel spacing 12.5kHz
Voltage 3.7 V DC ±20%
Working mode simplex
Antenna Built-in antenna
Frequency stability ±2.5ppm
Temperature 20 ~ ＋60℃
Dimension 119mm X 55mm X 23mm（doesn’t include belt clip）
Weight 93g（doesn’t include belt clip）

Transmitter.
RF output power 0.5W
Modulation mode PMR
Maximum frequency deviation ≤2.5KHz
Adjacent channel power 60dB
SNR ratio -40dB
Stray power ≤7.5uW
TX current 1.0A

Receiver
RX sensitivity 0.25μV 12dB SINAD
Adjacent channel selectivity （W/N） 60dB
Inter-modulation 60dB
Audio distortion ≤10％
Audio output power ≤1W（8 Ω）
RX current ≤350mA
Standby current ≤60mA

Its feeding time at the Zoo ! 27.555 MHz

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-10 | Once again its mayhem time of year on the 27.555 USB. Radio is CRT Super Star 9900.

CRT SS9900. Ireland + Scotland ❝back to back❝ on UK CB Radio

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-09 | Amazing Sporadic E skip on the CRT SuperStar 9900. Len mobile in Ireland and then Grant NE Scotland on the same freq one after the other.

Malachite V4 SDR. Working 11 meters skip. GREAT AUDIO !

Fred in the Shed 2022-07-01 | Banggood V4 Malachite SDR DSP Radio Receiving UK 11 meter skip. Radio is AM/USB/LSB/NFM/WFM/CW Shortwave Radio 50KHz-2GHZ.
Full length REVIEW with on air radio testing. Banggood purchase links below.
Banggood. https://ban.ggood.vip/11FuY

Full length review here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhrWcA1zplY

Features:
Latest Malahit SDR v4
Immersion Gold Motherboard
Material: Aluminum shell
Type-c charging port
Dual speakers with stereo on WFM
3.5 inch capacitive touch screen
Dimensions: 122 x 103 x 29.5mm/4.8 x 4.1 x 1.2"

Product Parameters:

1. Based on the SDR architecture, the msi001 radio frequency front-end 12bit quantization sampling is adopted, and the processor adopts STM32H743, the main frequency is up to 480 MHz;
2. The receiving frequency is 50kHz to 49.999MHz, 50.001MHz to 249.999MHz, 400MHz to 2GHz;
3. Demodulation type: AM, SSB, NFM, WFM, CW;
4. Sensitivity is better than 0.2-0.3μV;
5. Anti-blocking is better than 85 dB;
6. Real-time sampling bandwidth is 160 kHz;
7. Function: variable filter, adaptive noise reduction, threshold noise reduction, noise suppressor, AGC, equalizer, etc.;
8. Display screen is IPS 3.5 inches, capacitive touch screen with backlight adjustment;
9. The battery capacity is 3000mAh, USB-TYPEC interface;
10. The working current does not exceed 300mA;
11. Optional front-end attenuation filter components, attenuation up to 30dB;
12. Connect to the computer via USB, which can realize CAT, IQ and audio communication;
13. The size of the whole machine is 122 x 103 x 29.5mm.
14. Built-in Speaker Expansion Module

Design Details:

This is the latest version. All circuit parts are independently shielded, ultra-low noise LNA is upgraded, front full-frequency cavity speaker, improved stable encoder, attenuation and medium wave options are available.

The stability of the screen fixation, the position of knobs, and selected materials. Built-in retractable antenna. To have a better listening effect, this unit reserves an external antenna SAM female connector, and you can connect a better antenna. A power- off button is added deliberately. Using high-quality speakers, 80 is the maximum designed volume.
All parts are well-designed, and many adjustments have been made of aesthetics and convenience.

Package included:

1 x Malahite SDR V4
1 x Antenna

CRT SS9900. Delta Delta CB group Dundee Scotland on 305

Fred in the Shed 2022-06-28 | Contact with John from the CB Radio Delta Delta group in Dundee Scotland with sporadic E skip. Radio used is CRT Superstar 9900 not type approved for CB use in the UK.

Retevis RT648 PMR. THE TOUGHEST walkie talkie you can buy inc a 30 ft drop test !

Fred in the Shed 2022-06-24 | Retevis RT648 16 ch legal UK legal 446 MHz PMR radio review. Full VERY EXTREME testing. This is one TOUGH radio is waterproof and will stand up to almost any abuse. Buying link here. https://bit.ly/Retevis_RT648

Retevis RT648 FRS License-free IP67 Waterproof two way radio

1, The Perfect-Waterproof radio With a rugged, fully waterproof design

2, IP67 Waterproof: RT48/RT648 has the IP67 Waterproof standard, withstands constant submersion of up to 1m for 30 minutes.

3, 16 Channels Each with 121 Privacy Codes, totaling 1,936 combinations, easy to find an available channel.

4, License-free: No need to program the frequency, you can communicate with other FRS/GMRS radios regardless of brand by being on the same channel and privacy code.

Feature:
IP67 Waterproof

Monitor

Scan

Compand

VOX

VOX Delay

Alarm

Squelch level

Time-out Timer

CTCSS&DCS

Battery save Mode

Battery Voltage Prompt

Busy Channel Lockout

High/ /Low output Power

Frequency hop

Beep

Package includes
1 x RT48 License-free Walkie Talkie

1 x Battery

1 xUSB Charger

1 x Belt Clip

1 x Hand Strap

1 x User Manual

1 x Adapter

CRT SS9900. Skip blasting in on UK Channel 19 FM (Muppets)

Fred in the Shed 2022-06-21 | CRT Superstar 9900 receiving CB radio sporadic E skip on channel 19 UK FM. This was an epic Sunday of local short skip.

ATS 20 Update. Now only £40. Working well but developed an annoying issue !

Fred in the Shed 2022-06-17 | This small ATS-20 SSB SW AM receiver working Italy and other skip in the shed shack. Its still good for around £40 but does have a few issues to work around.

Antenna used is a Antron 99 with Fireup top upgrade approx 30 feet from the ground.
Full radio Features:
0.96 inch OLED display, you can see the FM band, AGC on/off, MONO according to your demands.
Support auto-hold setting function after power failure.
With the built in 3.6V, 600mAH polymer lithium battery for stable and sustainable power supplys.
Support USB recharging, delivering with type-c recharging cable.
Equipped with audio output function, support 3.5mm earphone.
Also support the 8 ohm speaker 2W output.
Antenna interface uses BNC interface and the printed circuit board retains the SI4732 package, you can replace the chip by yourselves, and the software is compatible.
With 22 commercial and ham radio bands pre configured, you can use it freely.
FM, AM (MW and SW) and SSB (LSB and USB).
Audio bandwidth filter 0.5, 1, 1.2, 2.2, 3 and 4Khz.
BFO Control.
Frequency step switch (1, 5 and 10KHz).

Tuning Specifications:
Band:
{FM_BAND_TYPE, 8400, 10800, 10430, 10},
{LW_BAND_TYPE, 100, 510, 300, 1},
{MW_BAND_TYPE, 520, 1720, 810, 10},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 1720, 3500, 1900, 1}, // 160 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 3500, 4500, 3700, 1}, // 80 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 4500, 5500, 4850, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 5500, 6300, 6000, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 6300, 7800, 7050, 5}, // 40 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 7800, 10000, 9600, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 10000, 11000, 10100, 1}, // 30 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 11000, 12500, 11940, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 12500, 13900, 13600, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 13900, 14500, 14270, 1}, // 20 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 14500, 15900, 15300, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 15900, 17900, 17600, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 17900, 18300, 18100, 1}, // 17 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 18300, 21900, 21200, 1}, // 15 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 21900, 26200, 24940, 1}, // 12 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 26200, 27900, 27500, 1}, // CB band (11 meters)
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 27900, 30000, 28400, 1}}; // 10 meters

Item size: 89 * 107 * 41mm / 3.50 * 4.21 * 1.61in
Item weight: 205g / 7.23ounce
Package size: 173 * 122 * 52mm / 6.81 * 4.80 * 2.05in
Package weight: 250g / 8.82ounce

This is UK CB Radio in 2022. The airwaves are BUSY

Fred in the Shed 2022-06-10 | UK CB action in Hertfordshire. The great group of CB breakers on the 305 radio group. Group meets week days at 5.30-7am and 4pm-5pm on Channel 30 Cept 27.305 USB. Radio used is Alinco DX-77e (Not type approved)

Things went horribly wrong. PMR 446MHz Antenna testing.

Fred in the Shed 2022-06-03 | Testing a DX111 2m/70cm antenna on PMR 446MHz. Things did not go as planned on this video and i did not get the results that i had hoped for.

Retevis RB618 446MHz £13 legal PMR radio. Longer range testing

Fred in the Shed 2022-05-27 | Retevis RB618 LEGAL 446MHz Longer range testing of this £13 fully legal 446 MHz PMR public radio. Buy Here. https://bit.ly/34bVWaG
1, Dual PTT
2, Rechargeable Battery and USB cable offered: More convenient for charging
3, Light and Mini Size: Easy to carry when go Outdoor Discovery
4, License-free: Can be used directly without programming.
5, TOT(time out timer): help you to protect the radio and save battery life.

RF Output Power PMR446≤0.5W
FM Modulation 11K0F3E@12.5KHz
Spurious Emission -36dBm＜1GHz， -30dBm＞1GHz
Adjacent Channel Power 60dB @ 12.5KHz
Transmission current ≤600mA
Receiver
Receive Sensitivity 0.25μV (12dB SINAD)
Adjacent Channel Selectivity ≥55dB@12.5KHz
intermodulation rejection ≥55dB@12.5KHz
Conducted Spurious Emission ≤-57dB@12.5KHz
Rated Audio Power Output 0.75W @8ohms
Receive current ≤350mA
Rated Audio Distortion ≤5%

Malachite V4 SDR Banggood receiving UK USB CB radio (inc mobile station)

Fred in the Shed 2022-05-20 | Malachite V4 SDR DSP Radio Receiver AM/USB/LSB/NFM/WFM/CW Shortwave Radio receiving UK SSB CB radio. Sold at Banggood link below.
Malachite V4 full review here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhrWcA1zplY
Banggood purchase here. https://ban.ggood.vip/11FuY
Special Discount coupon code: BG9763c9

Product details
1. Based on the SDR architecture, the msi001 radio frequency front-end 12bit quantization sampling is adopted, and the processor adopts STM32H743, the main frequency is up to 480 MHz;
2. The receiving frequency is 50kHz to 49.999MHz, 50.001MHz to 249.999MHz, 400MHz to 2GHz;
3. Demodulation type: AM, SSB, NFM, WFM, CW;
4. Sensitivity is better than 0.2-0.3μV;
5. Anti-blocking is better than 85 dB;
6. Real-time sampling bandwidth is 160 kHz;
7. Function: variable filter, adaptive noise reduction, threshold noise reduction, noise suppressor, AGC, equalizer, etc.;
8. Display screen is IPS 3.5 inches, capacitive touch screen with backlight adjustment;
9. The battery capacity is 3000mAh, USB-TYPEC interface;
10. The working current does not exceed 300mA;
11. Optional front-end attenuation filter components, attenuation up to 30dB;
12. Connect to the computer via USB, which can realize CAT, IQ and audio communication;
13. The size of the whole machine is 122 x 103 x 29.5mm.
14. Built-in Speaker Expansion Module

Malachite V4 DSP SDR Radio (50KHz-2GHZ) Review / on air testing. (Banggood)

Fred in the Shed 2022-05-13 | Banggood V4 Malachite SDR DSP Radio Receiver AM/USB/LSB/NFM/WFM/CW Shortwave Radio 50KHz-2GHZ. From Banggood
Full length REVIEW with on air radio testing. Banggood purchase links below.
Banggood. https://ban.ggood.vip/11FuY
Special Discount coupon code: BG9763c9

Features:
Latest Malahit SDR v4
Immersion Gold Motherboard
Material: Aluminum shell
Type-c charging port
Dual speakers with stereo on WFM
3.5 inch capacitive touch screen
Dimensions: 122 x 103 x 29.5mm/4.8 x 4.1 x 1.2"

Product Parameters:

1. Based on the SDR architecture, the msi001 radio frequency front-end 12bit quantization sampling is adopted, and the processor adopts STM32H743, the main frequency is up to 480 MHz;
2. The receiving frequency is 50kHz to 49.999MHz, 50.001MHz to 249.999MHz, 400MHz to 2GHz;
3. Demodulation type: AM, SSB, NFM, WFM, CW;
4. Sensitivity is better than 0.2-0.3μV;
5. Anti-blocking is better than 85 dB;
6. Real-time sampling bandwidth is 160 kHz;
7. Function: variable filter, adaptive noise reduction, threshold noise reduction, noise suppressor, AGC, equalizer, etc.;
8. Display screen is IPS 3.5 inches, capacitive touch screen with backlight adjustment;
9. The battery capacity is 3000mAh, USB-TYPEC interface;
10. The working current does not exceed 300mA;
11. Optional front-end attenuation filter components, attenuation up to 30dB;
12. Connect to the computer via USB, which can realize CAT, IQ and audio communication;
13. The size of the whole machine is 122 x 103 x 29.5mm.
14. Built-in Speaker Expansion Module

Design Details:

This is the latest version. All circuit parts are independently shielded, ultra-low noise LNA is upgraded, front full-frequency cavity speaker, improved stable encoder, attenuation and medium wave options are available.

The stability of the screen fixation, the position of knobs, and selected materials. Built-in retractable antenna. To have a better listening effect, this unit reserves an external antenna SAM female connector, and you can connect a better antenna. A power- off button is added deliberately. Using high-quality speakers, 80 is the maximum designed volume.
All parts are well-designed, and many adjustments have been made of aesthetics and convenience.

Package included:

1 x Malahite SDR V4
1 x Antenna

ANCEL BST200 Car Battery Digital Analyzer Tester REVIEW

Fred in the Shed 2022-05-10 | ANCEL BST200 Car Battery Tester. Full review and testing. Removes the guesswork and could pay for itself in one test. Buying links and special discount code below.
Amazon UK link https://amzn.to/36zYTU2
Amazon US link https://amzn.to/389r78z
Use discount code. Fred12121

ANCEL BST200 Car Battery Tester 12V 100-1100 CCA Automotive Bad Cell Load Test Tool Digital Analyzer Tester for Car Truck Motorcycle SUV Boat and More.
ANCEL BST200 12V car battery tester shows you the basic battery parameters such as voltage, internal resistance, battery condition and charge status. In addition, ANCEL BST200 also tells you whether you should replace or charge the battery.
Works with 12V lead acid batteries from 100 - 1100 CCA, including regular flood batteries, AGM flat plate batteries, AGM spiral batteries and GEL for cars, RVs, SUVs, motorcycles, boats, light trucks and even golf carts.
Gives you an accurate result in just seconds, such as CCA value, CCA rating, voltage, internal resistance, health and state of charge, based on the rating standard of CCA, CA, MCA, JIS, DIN, IEC, EN and SAE.
With the two test models "OUT OF VEHICLE" and "IN VEHICLE", you can test the battery both inside and outside the vehicle and get even more accurate test data. Plus, you do not need an internal battery and get power directly from the detected battery.
The device is equipped with reverse polarity protection and will not emit light, heat or sparks and will not discharge the battery. Safe for you, your cars, your batteries and the tester itself. Built-in 10 operating languages.

What was this noise that WIPED OUT the 305 CB group ?

Fred in the Shed 2022-05-06 | This noise totally wiped out the 27.305 CB radio chat group. All modes across about 5 Cept channels and up to a 30+ DB signal. Any ideas what it could be ?

Very rare BAOFENG UV5R contact from the shed shack.

Fred in the Shed 2022-05-01 | BAOFENG UV5R in the shed to BAOFENG UV5R Alan sitting inside his car. Further shed coverage here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWYwXxfwzVI

UK CB Radio. Its 5.30AM and CB is ALIVE & KICKING with breakers.

Fred in the Shed 2022-04-30 | UK SSB CB kicks off very early in the UK with Pukka Dave's 5.30 - 7am 27.305 USB group. Channel 30 mid block. The 305 group is also active at 4pm most weekdays. Radio used is Alinco DX77e (Not UK type approved)

Retevis RT617 PMR 446 Licence Free Radio

Fred in the Shed 2022-04-22 | Full length review and range testing. The perfect affordable radio for all inc business or carers. Has full legal 16 PMR channels with CTCSS / DCS coding for clear communication. This RT617 model has the longer range antenna. Buy here https://bit.ly/3KcIGlk
Program Cable here. https://www.retevis.com/h777-2pin-programming-cable
Program guide video here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n-GXSUTkvOY

Retevis RT617 is a good license-free PMR radio for business.
Durable with solid shell for one-meter free fall.
RT617 is suitable for storage, wharf, construction, tourism, hotel, logistics, factory, etc.
The programming cable is C9018A

ET6 Petrol 4 stroke Hit and Miss model engine. (2022)

Fred in the Shed 2022-04-18 | ET6 model petrol engine. In this video I explain how this superb model petrol engine works. I show the fuel and oil that I use. I had some trouble getting the model to run first time and its shown in this video here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txW8VS4rsvg

I turned on the radio and this happened. Augusta & Turkey

Fred in the Shed 2022-04-16 | CB Radio in the UK. This video shows how i get SKIP contacts. 1AT 652 Augusta Italy & 116 Division Turkey. Using the Yaesu 450D not type approved for CB use in the UK.

Old CB Breaker returns and back on air. Dan (Outlaw) CT 4428

Fred in the Shed 2022-04-09 | Another CB breaker returns to the airwaves after a very long break. Dan who's handle is "Outlaw" and callsign CT 4428. Set up an antenna in his back garden on a pole using a CRT 9900 which he has re-programmed himself and is getting out very well from Hatfield Herts.

Radio used is Alinco DX-SR8 and is not approved for CB use.

Radio Review. Saisho SW 5000 - Sangean ATS-803A - Realistic DX-440 SW

Fred in the Shed 2022-04-01 | Shortwave. Saisho SW 5000 - Sangean ATS-803A - Realistic DX-440 - Matsui MR 4099 Short Wave Radio Review and testing. Picked this feature packed SW radio up in a local charity shop for just £20 with a wall PSU. Has a great sound on SW and the Ham bands from it built in 40" whip antenna.
Technical data
Principle: Double conversion superhet, IF 55.845 MHz / 450 kHz / FM 10.7 MHz
Operation modes: A1 with BFO, AM (A3), FM (F3)
Frequency range: FM, LW, MW, SW (150 kHz - 30 MHz)
Frequency display: Digital display, 1 kHz
Frequency memories: 9 memories
Signal strength indicator: LED chain
Signal processing: RF Gain
Features: Frequency direct entry keypad; clock, timer
Sensitivity: AM (A3) / Selectivity: 2.8 / 6.5 kHz (-6 dB)
Power supply
Mains operation: Mains adapter for 9 V DC.
Batteries: 6 x 1.5 V (UM-1), 2 x 1.5 V (UM-3) for quartz clock and memory
Dimensions
310 x 160 x 60 mm, weight 1 kg
Accessories
integrated telescopic antenna

25 Advertisements that would be banned today

Fred in the Shed 2022-03-30 | Just for fun a collection of 25 vintage adverts that would be instantly banned if shown today.

ATS 20 (Si4732). Receiving UK CB radio

Fred in the Shed 2022-03-26 | ATS-20 AM FM USB LSB receiving UK CB radio. Buy here. https://www.banggood.com/SI4732-All-Band-Radio-FM-AM-%28MW-And-SW%29-And-SSB-%28LSB-And-USB%29-With-Antenna-Lithium-Battery-Speaker-p-1816774.html?p=I7092354530876202012&utm_campaign=FredintheShed&cur_warehouse=CN&ID=6303419 Use discount code. BG31c7c8 at checkout to receive special discount.
Antenna used is a Antron 99 with Fireup top upgrade approx 30 feet from the ground.
Full radio Features:
0.96 inch OLED display, you can see the FM band, AGC on/off, MONO according to your demands.
Support auto-hold setting function after power failure.
With the built in 3.6V, 600mAH polymer lithium battery for stable and sustainable power supplys.
Support USB recharging, delivering with type-c recharging cable.
Equipped with audio output function, support 3.5mm earphone.
Also support the 8 ohm speaker 2W output.
Antenna interface uses BNC interface and the printed circuit board retains the SI4732 package, you can replace the chip by yourselves, and the software is compatible.
With 22 commercial and ham radio bands pre configured, you can use it freely.
FM, AM (MW and SW) and SSB (LSB and USB).
Audio bandwidth filter 0.5, 1, 1.2, 2.2, 3 and 4Khz.
BFO Control.
Frequency step switch (1, 5 and 10KHz).

Tuning Specifications:
Band:
{FM_BAND_TYPE, 8400, 10800, 10430, 10},
{LW_BAND_TYPE, 100, 510, 300, 1},
{MW_BAND_TYPE, 520, 1720, 810, 10},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 1720, 3500, 1900, 1}, // 160 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 3500, 4500, 3700, 1}, // 80 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 4500, 5500, 4850, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 5500, 6300, 6000, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 6300, 7800, 7050, 5}, // 40 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 7800, 10000, 9600, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 10000, 11000, 10100, 1}, // 30 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 11000, 12500, 11940, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 12500, 13900, 13600, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 13900, 14500, 14270, 1}, // 20 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 14500, 15900, 15300, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 15900, 17900, 17600, 5},
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 17900, 18300, 18100, 1}, // 17 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 18300, 21900, 21200, 1}, // 15 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 21900, 26200, 24940, 1}, // 12 meters
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 26200, 27900, 27500, 1}, // CB band (11 meters)
{SW_BAND_TYPE, 27900, 30000, 28400, 1}}; // 10 meters

Item size: 89 * 107 * 41mm / 3.50 * 4.21 * 1.61in
Item weight: 205g / 7.23ounce
Package size: 173 * 122 * 52mm / 6.81 * 4.80 * 2.05in
Package weight: 250g / 8.82ounce

I make a GREAT Italy contact on 27.555 USB but then lose it !

Fred in the Shed 2022-03-23 | Grabbing a quick contact on 27.555 USB. Sadly lost this one to QSB but did get to Italy. Radio used is Alinco DX-SR8 not type approved for 11m use.