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Lowell Miller <[log in to unmask]>
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Tue, 10 Feb 2015 15:34:50 -0500
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I would be very interested in your info as to programming the Chinese 
radios.
How can I get a copy?
Thank you for considering my request.
Best 73
Lowell  W8QIY
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Dr. Ronald E. Milliman]\\`" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Monday, February 09, 2015 3:01 PM
Subject: Baofeng/Pofeng GT3 Mark II


> Recently, as you all know, I went through the process of evaluating 
> several
> of the Chinese handheld transceivers as a part of my trying to decide on
> which one to purchase. In a previous message, I shared with you some of my
> findings, based upon my research, including feedback from some of you, 
> like
> Buddy, our own resident expert.
>
>
>
> I ended up purchasing the Baofeng/Pofeng GT3 Mark II. It has several
> improved IC's in it, making both the receiver and transmitter audio much
> improved over previous models of Chinese radios. In addition, it seems to
> have superior receive sensitivity. The one I purchased came with a much
> better antenna; it is not the usual rubber duck type antenna; it is
> dual-band, of course, about 8" long very thin and flexible, with a loading
> coil in the base.  The GT3 Mark II is slightly more accessible than the
> earlier Baofeng UV5R that I have. I found it really quite easy to program
> manually once I sat down and really studied the steps required. For those
> who might be interested, I am creating a set of easy to follow 
> instructions
> for programming these radios, and I think my instructions will apply to 
> all
> of the Baofeng and Pofeng handhelds since they are all very similar in 
> terms
> of keyboard layout and menus.
>
>
>
> In short, I am very impressed with this little transceiver, especially for
> the money, and I would unhesitatingly recommend it to anyone.
>
>
>
> Ron, K8HSY
>
>
>
>
>
> Dr. Ronald E. Milliman
>
> Retired Professor of Marketing 

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