GME 1 Watt TX665 80 Channel Handheld UHF CB Two Way Radio $36.50 Delivered @ Autoelec

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LZSasha on 29/07/2019 - 22:20 autoelec.com.au (632 clicks)
Last edited 30/07/2019 - 12:41 by 2 other users

Deal from Autoelec - GME TX665 1Watt Hand held UHF CB radio.

This model is currently discontinued on the manufacturers web site (they have something new and bit more expensive) but it is still a solid reliable radio from local respectable brand!

Usually you can get one for around $60-$70 so this deal is extremely good.

Plus this model is quite compact (much smaller than Uniden 1 watt radio) and does have a lanyard mount.

Just ordered one for myself. Free delivery.

There is also another one - UNIDEN UH810S-2TP 1 Watt Tradies Twin Pack Handheld Uhf Radios Walkie Talkies for $75.50

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  FLICKIT on 29/07/2019 - 22:29

  -4

  It may be cheap but I'd never give him/them my money:
  https://forums.whirlpool.net.au/archive/2097209

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    ZSasha on 29/07/2019 - 22:31

    Well, just ordered one so we'll see how it goes.
    I paid by PP so if things go wrong - hopefully could get money back.

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      mapax on 29/07/2019 - 22:41

      You'll more than likely be fine. I ordered a GME mic from them and everything went well.

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    funnysht on 29/07/2019 - 22:35

    +1

    one bad review amongst many good reviews.

    You need to lower your expectations mate.

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      jv on 29/07/2019 - 22:40

      +1

      one bad review

      If you read the link, you'd know that all the bad reviews were removed.

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        funnysht on 29/07/2019 - 23:18

        i meant reviews on whirlpool forum

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    OzBragain on 29/07/2019 - 23:02

    I ordered from their eBay recently. Slow to ship but other than that no issue.

    That said, they have the same TX665 listed for $55 on eBay.

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    virtual81 on 01/08/2019 - 14:20

    Had to neg you on that comment as it seems poorly thought out.
    According to the WP post you linked to there was no real issue after all.

    Co-incidently I've purchased from these guys a few times and never had an issue.

    Being realistic about the seller being in rural VIC might help, they post fairly quickly but expecting things in a day or 2 might be unfair.

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  [Deactivated] on 29/07/2019 - 22:45

  +3

  Why not just get a Baofeng? https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Refurbished-BAOFENG-UV-5R-Dual-B…

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    OzBragain on 29/07/2019 - 23:01

    -4

    Are you waiting for someone to point out they're illegal to use without an appropriate licence?

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      ZSasha on 29/07/2019 - 23:12

      +3

      not going to argue on that but still - why the hell this Baofeng considered to be illegal IF I use it only on the correct frequencies?
      I heard people were saying that because it is an extremely cheap device, manufacturer used a cheap schematic and components so surplus emissions are way above what is permitted.
      But having a license hardly can bring them down to a proper level so my question is still the same - WHY?!

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        OzBragain on 29/07/2019 - 23:33

        Don't think it has anything to do with them being cheap devices. As I understand it they're only illegal without an appropriate licence. Haven't looked into it for a while but I believe it's because they're programmable and could be programmed to restricted frequencies.

        I'd guess you'd be okay if only programmed to standard UHF frequencies but worth pointing out.

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          hotphil on 30/07/2019 - 11:08

          @OzBragain: Yeah, they're easy enough for a tech-savvy person to re-program to Oz frequencies with Chirp.

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          ZSasha on 05/08/2019 - 21:40

          @OzBragain: Got my TX665 and just did some tests - I now have radio from all of them - Uniden, GME and Baofeng :)

          So interesting thing - while I was transmitting from Uniden or GME on CH40 - Baofeng picked up that while staying on CH79!

          Other radio (GME or Uniden) managed to keep their squelch closed.

          (those frequencies are close to each other despite such big channel difference).

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        Maverick-au on 30/07/2019 - 09:56

        Because everything is illegal in Australia unless our government controls it. Instead of enforcing laws against the people that do the wrong thing the government tries to control what everyone buys and thinks as a means to control us.

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          Cheeper on 30/07/2019 - 13:54

          @Maverick-au: Maverick it is more about fools transmitting on emergency services frequencies than the govt trying to control your life. 99% of users would not do this but because of the 1% we have the laws.

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            Maverick-au on 30/07/2019 - 15:41

            +1

            @Cheeper: Why is this legal in other countries? If people want to transmit on emergency frequencies which is a serious crime why do you think they care about committing a minor crime by possessing one of these units?

            Many of the legal radios can be altered as well so I fail to see why making a few ratios illegal will change anything.

            Lasers are pretty much illegal as well but idiots still have ones above the power limit and you can import mega powerful ones either in kit form or ones that are powered by a plugpack. Another example of laws not working but stifling innovation in this country.

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              chymb on 30/07/2019 - 15:53

              @Maverick-au: How’s it stifle innovation?

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                Maverick-au on 30/07/2019 - 21:00

                +1

                @chymb: By not allowing the use of technology through the restriction of things like lasers. How can someone experiment and learn for example about lasers if they are essentially illegal?

                Why do you think this country doesn't innovate or invent or improve anything? We're so far behind the rest of the world in almost all areas.

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                  OzBragain on 31/07/2019 - 14:43

                  @Maverick-au:

                  Lasers are pretty much illegal as well

                  How can someone experiment and learn for example about lasers if they are essentially illegal?

                  I'll admit I haven't looked very hard and am only quoting a retailer website but from what I can see, most states allow use of lasers above 1mW power with genuine reasonable excuse (eg: astronomy)

                  Queensland:

                  The possession and use of a laser pointer with an output greater than 1 milliwatt is restricted to persons with a genuine reasonable excuse. A reasonable excuse is defined in the Act and allows members of recognised astronomical organisations and people who have genuine occupational reasons to have possession of a laser pointer with a power output of less than 20 milliwatts. Firearms licensees who have possession of a firearm that has the capacity to use a laser pointer with a power output of less than 10 milliwatts will also be considered a reasonable excuse. The possession and use of laser pointers for any purpose will not be restricted where the laser pointer is less than 1 milliwatt. - Queensland Police Service

                  New South Wales:

                  Laser pointers are hand held, battery operated devices designed or adapted to emit a laser beam that may be used for the purposes of aiming, targeting or pointing. In recent times, some members of the public have acted irresponsibly by directing the laser beam into the cabins of motor vehicles and the cockpits of aircraft. This reckless practice can blind drivers and pilots and has the potential to cause significant loss of life.

                  To put a stop to such behaviour, the Government has made it an offence for anyone to have a laser pointer in their custody in a public place or to use a laser pointer in a public place without a reasonable excuse. If a police officer has reasonable grounds for suspecting that you are in possession of a laser pointer in a public place, they may search you, confiscate the laser and commence legal action.

                  The NSW Police Force understands that people use laser pointers for legitimate purposes and that some people need to carry their laser pointers around with them. For example, some teachers and builders use laser pointers in their jobs and need to carry them to and from their workplaces. Low powered laser pointers will continue to be available for such uses. Other people carry lasers to pursue hobbies such as astronomy. Rest assured that if you have a reasonable excuse for carrying your laser, then there will not be a problem.

                  New legislation also restricts who can possess and/or use laser pointers with a power level of greater than one milliwatt. From 18 July 2008 you will require a permit to possess or use such a laser pointer, unless an exemption applies to you. To apply for a permit, you will need to contact the Firearms Registry on 1300 362 562 or visitwww.police.nsw.gov.au/community_issues/firearms/prohibited_weapon_permits. Permits will only be issued to applicants who have a genuine reason for having such a device. For example, that the laser pointer is required for the type of business/employment in which you are engaged.

                  Note that you will not need to obtain a permit to possess/use a laser pointer with a power level greater than one milliwatt if you are a member of an approved astronomical organisation.

                  Victoria:

                  We located the following quote in this Victorian Police publication: Laser pointer: A hand-held, battery-operated article designed or adapted to emit a laser beam with an accessible emission limit of greater than 1 mW.

                  Western Australia:

                  No official media release from W.A police, but 1mW is the federal limit. More information on Western Australia laser laws can be found here: Western Austraia Laser Laws

                  South Australia:

                  On 17 April 2010 a regulatory amendment to the Summary Offences (Dangerous Articles and Prohibited Weapons) Regulations 2000 SA will come into effect making hand-held laser pointers designed or adapted to emit a beam greater than 1 milliwatt (mW) a prohibited weapon.

                  Northern Territory:

                  According to this weapons control regulations document, laser pointers with an accessible emission under 1mW are not controlled.

                  ACT:

                  Any handheld, battery powered laser device with an accessable emission level above 1mW is classified as a prohibited weapon. A permit must be obtained prior to the possession or use of a laser pointer with a power output greater than 1mW.

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              OzBragain on 31/07/2019 - 14:31

              @Maverick-au:

              Another example of laws not working but stifling innovation in this country.

              Clearly something you're passionate about but seriously, stifling innovation in Australia.

              FWIW I'm not a fan of the nanny state road we're heading down, just pointing out that programmable radios like tren linked to are currently illegal without a licence.

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                Maverick-au on 31/07/2019 - 18:45

                @OzBragain:

                Clearly something you're passionate about but seriously, stifling innovation in Australia.

                You only have to look at the list you posted to see the mess that we have, you have one state requiring you to register your laser with the firearms registry, others with vague rules for possession, others with requirements to apply to the police and on top of this you have the issue with customs who confiscate all lasers over 1mw and notify you that if you import again you will be prosecuted unless you have written permission from the police commissioner in your state to import (which is a one off permission).

                Lasers can be used for many many uses but how will people use them and learn about them when it's nearly impossible to procure? Never mind that people can turn a bluray player into a high powered laser or import components etc. The rules are just another waste of taxpayer money, we spent tens of millions drafting up laws and enforcing for what reason?

                And it's not just lasers, it's so many things that are banned/illegal in Australia. Firearms on the other hand are ok as you just import them via the ports and as they only scan around 1% of what passes through you have almost no chance of being caught.

                FWIW I'm not a fan of the nanny state road we're heading down, just pointing out that programmable radios like tren linked to are currently illegal without a licence.

                And I'm just saying that really there is no issue with them and that the existing compliant radios in Australia can be modified as well. If we spent some of the time and money we spend on banning things on encouraging experimentation etc in this country we would have a smarter population that isn't scared of everything.

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                  OzBragain on 01/08/2019 - 11:12

                  @Maverick-au: At least we agree that lasers aren't illegal in most of Australia and more often than not, don't even require a permit if you have a genuine use. Uniform laws and regulations across the country would be great but being realistic, I don't see it happening in Australia any time soon.

                  And it's not just lasers, it's so many things that are banned/illegal in Australia. Firearms on the other hand are ok as you just import them via the ports and as they only scan around 1% of what passes through you have almost no chance of being caught.

                  You've managed to get a discussion on licensing programmable radios to illegally importing firearms. Well done. Firearms aren't okay to import without proper approval, it's illegal and heavy penalties apply. In following your example, why are sling shots, blow guns, airsoft, gel blasters, fireworks etc prohibited in NSW? None of these are dangerous unless used maliciously or incorrectly but that's the legislation we have. Bleating on a forum isn't going to change anything.

                  Getting back on topic, I don't own a Baofeng or similar but would be tempted if I needed some cheap 5W handhelds. It just means accepting the risks under the current legislation or getting a licence. Many people see a cheap (relatively) high powered handheld from an local seller and have no idea they could potentially face big fines if incorrectly programmed. Is it really that big a deal to point this out?

                  The topic generally gets people worked and I've seen many trolls on the subject hence my original comment.

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                    Maverick-au on 01/08/2019 - 23:34

                    @OzBragain:

                    At least we agree that lasers aren't illegal in most of Australia and more often than not, don't even require a permit if you have a genuine use. Uniform laws and regulations across the country would be great but being realistic, I don't see it happening in Australia any time soon.

                    I didn't agree to anything, lasers over 1mW are illegal in all states with few exceptions.

                    Go and try and get an exemption so you can purchase or import one and you'll find that you won't get one.

                    You've managed to get a discussion on licensing programmable radios to illegally importing firearms. Well done

                    My point was that they spend all this time and money on stopping the importation of lasers over 1mW, novelty fly shock devices, knives that may or may no open with one hand and so forth that firearms are slipping in under the radar.

                    Many people see a cheap (relatively) high powered handheld from an local seller and have no idea they could potentially face big fines if incorrectly programmed. Is it really that big a deal to point this out?

                    No it's not but it should also be pointed out that so called legal units can be reprogrammed with a cheap cable on ebay. Should these cables be banned? Where do you stop on the governments crusade to waste money? And if you do ban the cables what about the guy who repairs them on the side, does he shut up shop and leave consumers with having to fork out three times as much for a repair at an approved location?

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                      OzBragain on 05/08/2019 - 09:46

                      @Maverick-au:

                      I didn't agree to anything, lasers over 1mW are illegal in all states with few exceptions.

                      As I said, didn't look very long but the info I linked contradicts your statement. Please back it up with facts.

                      Qld
                      The possession and use of a laser pointer with an output greater than 1 milliwatt is restricted to persons with a genuine reasonable excuse. A reasonable excuse is defined in the Act and allows members of recognised astronomical organisations and people who have genuine occupational reasons to have possession of a laser pointer with a power output of less than 20 milliwatts

                      NSW
                      New legislation also restricts who can possess and/or use laser pointers with a power level of greater than one milliwatt. From 18 July 2008 you will require a permit to possess or use such a laser pointer, unless an exemption applies to you.
                      Note that you will not need to obtain a permit to possess/use a laser pointer with a power level greater than one milliwatt if you are a member of an approved astronomical organisation.

                      2 out of 7 don't even need a permit with genuine reason.

                      My point was that they spend all this time and money on stopping the importation of lasers over 1mW, novelty fly shock devices, knives that may or may no open with one hand and so forth that firearms are slipping in under the radar.

                      Drugs and illegal firearms are high value items which criminals go to great lengths to conceal. Governments already spend huge sums on detecting illegal import and which makes this a pretty poor argument. Restrictions were lifted on one handed knives many years ago.

                      No it's not but it should also be pointed out that so called legal units can be reprogrammed with a cheap cable on ebay.

                      Which makes the modified radio illegal. Can't see the relevance in comparing to someone going out and seeking the parts and knowledge to reprogram an approved radio to restricted frequencies. Same argument could be made for modifying 2 pieces of metal tube into a slam fire shotgun, sheet metal into a throwing star, conduit into a blow gun etc etc.

                      virtual81 is more knowledgeable on the subject than you or I and has gotten to the point I was trying to make much more effectively, there's nothing more I can add. Hopefully you'll learn from it too.

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        virtual81 on 01/08/2019 - 14:43

        +1

        Legality aside, if used entirely within CB bands and assuming spurious emissions are controlled then there is no issue.

        Reason they are illegal though is that they are far to easy to use incorrectly weather the user intends to or not, so even well meaning people my transmit out of band.

        If operated on a commercial licence they will be locked to the allocations the licence allows and thus no chance of accidental misuse.
        If operated on an amateur radio licence then the user has passed a licence examination that ensures they are aware of their responsibilities under the "Radiocommunications Licence Conditions (Amateur Licence) Determination 2015" (yes, a mouthful).

        Getting a ham radio licence is pretty easy these days, the need for morse code was dropped years ago.
        The 'Foundation' licence can be achieved in a weekend for most people.
        The hardest part is sitting through the practical exam where you have to demonstrate setting up a HF radio station including antenna tuner etc, these things might be foreign to someone wanting to work an FM handheld unit but any radio club will usualy walk you through the process on a Saturday and then you sit the exam on a Sunday, all done and over in a weekend.

        Then it's a matter of waiting for the WIA/ACMA to process the paperwork (took months for me :( ) and you then have the privilege of operating within the bands, modes and power levels your licence permits.

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  PinzVidz on 29/07/2019 - 23:45

  +2

  Might get one to use when grubby (some are, not all) truck drivers do something stupid in front of me when driving. Just need to work out what channel they regularly use…

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    yak on 30/07/2019 - 01:47

    +2

    Channel 40. I'm looking forward to the entertainment.

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      RockyRaccoon on 30/07/2019 - 05:55

      +2

      Also Channel 27 in some areas

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        PinzVidz on 30/07/2019 - 08:49

        Thank you both. :)

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  OMG Bargain on 30/07/2019 - 11:30

  +1

  Thanks OP. Ordered this instead as it seemed better value as I required 2 for camping trips anyway so the case and the fact that it's Uniden was preferred.
  https://www.autoelec.com.au/uniden-uh810s-2tp-1-watt-tradies…

  Cheers!