Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
Welcome to The Comms Channel and the third video in the Ultimate Guide to mastering the VGC VR-N76 and BTECH UV-PROβtwo rugged, feature-packed radios that have become my primary daily drivers. In this video we'll go over some of accessories for these radios
π² In this video, weβll cover:
β Antennas
β SMA to BNC Antenna Adapters
β Radio Holster with MOLLE
β K1 Adapter Cable
β Chest Pack
β MOLLE Phone Holder
β VGC & BTECH BS-PTT Bluetooth PTT Button
β BMH-79 & BS-22 Bluetooth Mic
π Ready to upgrade your gear? π
Please know, I may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the affiliate links below at no cost to you:
π Get the VGC VR-N76 here: verotelecom.com/VR-N76-Dual-Band-Handheld-Radio-p2511333.html?parent_user_id=18634327&utm_source=sns_share&utm_medium=share_url
πΈ Use code TCC at checkout for $10 OFF your VGC order!
π Grab the BTECH UV-PRO here: (Now available in Coyote Tan!)
BTECH Direct - baofengtech.com/product/uv-pro/ref/thecommschannel
Amazon - amzn.to/44oclpr
==== Accessories ====
- Antennas -
π Nagoya Whip Antenna: amzn.to/4hsGXtT
π Tactical Foldable Antenna: amzn.to/413MqRX
- Adapters -
π SMA to BNC Adapters: amzn.to/4gA0yqw
- Holster -
π Radio Holster: amzn.to/4hNg0R7
- Cable -
π K1 Adapter Cable: amzn.to/4jTcrL6
- Chest Pack & Cell Phone Holder -
π Tactical Chest Pack: amzn.to/4gxN3YG
π Phone Holder: amzn.to/3EIla2w
- Spare Batteries -
π From VGC: verotelecom.com/MUST-SHIP-WITH-DEVICE-Battery-For-VR-N75-VR-N76-Two-Way-Radio-p2167028.html?parent_user_id=18634327&utm_source=sns_share&utm_medium=share_url
π From BTECH: baofengtech.com/product/bp-26b/ref/thecommschannel
- Power Bank -
π UGREEN Power Bank: amzn.to/4jNvre7
- Bluetooth PTT Button -
π From BTECH: amzn.to/4hwaliM
π From VGC: verotelecom.com/Bluetooth-Ring-PTT-For-VERO-N-Series-Two-Way-Radio-p541464.html
- Bluetooth Speaker Mic -
π From BTECH: amzn.to/4gtD6vj
π From VGC: verotelecom.com/Bluetooth-Speaker-Micrphone-For-VR-N65-Two-Way-Radio-VR-N7500-Mobile-Radio-p887205.html?parent_user_id=18634327&utm_source=sns_share&utm_medium=share_url
ποΈ Merch now available!
thecommschannel.myshopify.com
π¬ Got questions? Drop them in the comments below!
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Affiliate Links: Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Product Reviews: Products featured in this video were provided by the manufacturer for review. My opinions are my own and are not influenced by any sponsorship or partnership agreements.
Full Disclaimer: Please be sure to review our full disclaimer before watching or reading content from The Comms Channel - thecommschannel.com/disclaimer
#HamRadio #VRN76 #UVPRO
Welcome to The Comms Channel and the third video in the Ultimate Guide to mastering the VGC VR-N76 and BTECH UV-PROβtwo rugged, feature-packed radios that have become my primary daily drivers. In this video we'll go over some of accessories for these radios
π² In this video, weβll cover:
β Antennas
β SMA to BNC Antenna Adapters
β Radio Holster with MOLLE
β K1 Adapter Cable
β Chest Pack
β MOLLE Phone Holder
β VGC & BTECH BS-PTT Bluetooth PTT Button
β BMH-79 & BS-22 Bluetooth Mic
π Ready to upgrade your gear? π
Please know, I may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the affiliate links below at no cost to you:
π Get the VGC VR-N76 here: verotelecom.com/VR-N76-Dual-Band-Handheld-Radio-p2511333.html?parent_user_id=18634327&utm_source=sns_share&utm_medium=share_url
πΈ Use code TCC at checkout for $10 OFF your VGC order!
π Grab the BTECH UV-PRO here: (Now available in Coyote Tan!)
BTECH Direct - baofengtech.com/product/uv-pro/ref/thecommschannel
Amazon - amzn.to/44oclpr
==== Accessories ====
- Antennas -
π Nagoya Whip Antenna: amzn.to/4hsGXtT
π Tactical Foldable Antenna: amzn.to/413MqRX
- Adapters -
π SMA to BNC Adapters: amzn.to/4gA0yqw
- Holster -
π Radio Holster: amzn.to/4hNg0R7
- Cable -
π K1 Adapter Cable: amzn.to/4jTcrL6
- Chest Pack & Cell Phone Holder -
π Tactical Chest Pack: amzn.to/4gxN3YG
π Phone Holder: amzn.to/3EIla2w
- Spare Batteries -
π From VGC: verotelecom.com/MUST-SHIP-WITH-DEVICE-Battery-For-VR-N75-VR-N76-Two-Way-Radio-p2167028.html?parent_user_id=18634327&utm_source=sns_share&utm_medium=share_url
π From BTECH: baofengtech.com/product/bp-26b/ref/thecommschannel
- Power Bank -
π UGREEN Power Bank: amzn.to/4jNvre7
- Bluetooth PTT Button -
π From BTECH: amzn.to/4hwaliM
π From VGC: verotelecom.com/Bluetooth-Ring-PTT-For-VERO-N-Series-Two-Way-Radio-p541464.html
- Bluetooth Speaker Mic -
π From BTECH: amzn.to/4gtD6vj
π From VGC: verotelecom.com/Bluetooth-Speaker-Micrphone-For-VR-N65-Two-Way-Radio-VR-N7500-Mobile-Radio-p887205.html?parent_user_id=18634327&utm_source=sns_share&utm_medium=share_url
ποΈ Merch now available!
thecommschannel.myshopify.com
π¬ Got questions? Drop them in the comments below!
π Enjoyed the video? Hit that like button and subscribe for more radio content!
β Support the channel: ko-fi.com/thecommschannel
π¬ Join the Community!
Discord Server: discord.gg/XGhftQw9Mt
π Stay Connected:
πΈ Instagram: instagram.com/thecommschannel
β X: https://x.com/TheCommsChannel
π Website/Blog: thecommschannel.com
π Disclaimers:
Affiliate Links: Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Product Reviews: Products featured in this video were provided by the manufacturer for review. My opinions are my own and are not influenced by any sponsorship or partnership agreements.
Full Disclaimer: Please be sure to review our full disclaimer before watching or reading content from The Comms Channel - thecommschannel.com/disclaimer
#HamRadio #VRN76 #UVPRO




![πΆ PoE Meshtastic Repeater Build Video πΆ
Intro video for the PoE (Power over Ethernet) Meshtastic Build
**Note**
Things like Python CLI and potentially other things are not supported over the network. This is primarily for non-JSON MQTT
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https://discord.gg/XGhftQw9Mt
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Our Shop
https://thecommschannel.myshopify.com/collections/meshtastic-gear
Video showing connecting and configuring Meshtastic:
https://youtu.be/HzddKyepqxA?si=ZLgUuEzgIEiLV7JO&t=277
Please know, I may collect a share of sales or other compensation from the affiliate links below at no cost to you:
Optional items seen in the video
Signal Analyzer:
https://amzn.to/3I4UHej
Amcrest PoE Switch (Confirmed working):
[My model does not show up on Amazon and has been replaced with a newer model that has been reported to not work]
Standard Build Parts List
Meshtastic Starter Kit
https://store.rokland.com/products/rak-wireless-wisblock-meshtastic-starter-kit?ref=tc2
Alternative older model Meshtastic Starter Kit (If one above is out of stock)
https://store.rokland.com/products/rakwireless-meshtastic-starter-kit-alternative-with-rak5005-o-base?ref=tc2
Small Antenna if mounting on top of enclosure:
https://store.rokland.com/products/alfa-aoa-915-5acm-5-dbi-omni-outdoor-915mhz-802-11ah-mini-antenna-for-lora-halow-application?ref=tc2
Alternative large antenna for mounting on pole:
https://store.rokland.com/products/9-dbi-low-profile-n-male-omni-outdoor-915-mhz-antenna-for-helium-sensecap-m1-bobcat-freedomfi-mntd?ref=tc2
IPEX to N Connector:
https://store.rokland.com/products/uflipex-ipx-mini-pci-to-n-female-bulkhead-pigtail-cable-extension-rg178?ref=tc2
[Alternatives if out of stock β‘οΈ Make sure to select a cable length greater than 3]
https://amzn.to/3vDM1bQ
https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/rf-solutions/CBA-NF-UFL/5845756
IPEX to SMA (optional if preferred over N Connector):
https://amzn.to/48LSQqc β‘οΈ (Make sure to select a cable length greater than 3)
KMR240 Cable (Optional if using large antenna)
https://amzn.to/47HzGRf
Waterproof Enclosure: (Out Of stock - More coming soon)
**MAKE SURE ITS THE FOLLOWING SIZE**
(7.9 * 3.9 * 2.8(200Γ100Γ70mm))
If that size isnt available, theyre out of stock.
https://amzn.to/4b0LWiw
Antenna Mount:
https://amzn.to/3U8mTE6
PoE UPS:
https://amzn.to/3UsZldp
PoE Splitter:
https://amzn.to/49pTgCO
Ethernet Cable Gland
https://store.rokland.com/products/rakwireless-ethernet-cable-gland-pigtail-sku-920069?ref=tc2
Alternative Ethernet Cable Gland (2 pack) (M20 CAT 6)
https://amzn.to/3HTiGgq
Ethernet Cable:
Get whatever length you need to reach
https://amzn.to/3UMYWm6
Networked Build Parts List
Meshtastic Starter Kit
https://store.rokland.com/products/rak-wireless-wisblock-meshtastic-starter-kit?ref=tc2
Alternative older model Meshtastic Starter Kit (If one above is out of stock)
https://store.rokland.com/products/rakwireless-meshtastic-starter-kit-alternative-with-rak5005-o-base?ref=tc2
WisBlock Ethernet Module:
https://store.rokland.com/products/rak-wireless-wisblock-ethernet-module-rak13800-pid-100076?ref=tc2
RAK19018 PoE Module
https://store.rokland.com/products/poe-module-silvertel-ag9905mt-for-rak13800-rak19018-pid-100095?ref=tc2
Small Antenna if mounting on top of enclosure:
https://store.rokland.com/products/alfa-aoa-915-5acm-5-dbi-omni-outdoor-915mhz-802-11ah-mini-antenna-for-lora-halow-application?ref=tc2
Alternative large antenna for mounting on pole:
https://store.rokland.com/products/9-dbi-low-profile-n-male-omni-outdoor-915-mhz-antenna-for-helium-sensecap-m1-bobcat-freedomfi-mntd?ref=tc2
IPEX to N Connector:
https://store.rokland.com/products/uflipex-ipx-mini-pci-to-n-female-bulkhead-pigtail-cable-extension-rg178?ref=tc2
[Alternatives if out of stock β‘οΈ Make sure to select a cable length greater than 3]
https://amzn.to/3vDM1bQ
https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/rf-solutions/CBA-NF-UFL/5845756
IPEX to SMA (optional if preferred over N Connector):
https://amzn.to/48LSQqc β‘οΈ (Make sure to select a cable length greater than 3)
KMR240 Cable (Optional if using large antenna)
https://amzn.to/47HzGRf
Waterproof Enclosure:
**MAKE SURE ITS THE FOLLOWING SIZE**
(7.9 * 3.9 * 2.8(200Γ100Γ70mm))
If that size isnt available, theyre out of stock.
https://amzn.to/4b0LWiw
Antenna Mount:
https://amzn.to/3U8mTE6
PoE Splitter:
https://amzn.to/49pTgCO
PoE Injector
https://store.rokland.com/products/rakwireless-poe-injector-with-cord-sku-910076?ref=tc2
Alternative PoE Injector
https://amzn.to/42yK2BU
Ethernet Cable Gland
https://store.rokland.com/products/rakwireless-ethernet-cable-gland-pigtail-sku-920069?ref=tc2
Alternative Ethernet Cable Gland (2 pack) (M20 CAT 6)
https://amzn.to/3HTiGgq
Ethernet Cable:
Get whatever length you need to reach
https://amzn.to/483FswE πΆ PoE Meshtastic Repeater Build Video πΆ](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/yTbt20A5JdY/mqdefault.jpg)
