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TRX 2W CB UHF Radio - 2 Pack $80 + Delivery ($0 C&C) @ Supercheap Auto

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TRX 2W CB UHF Radio - 2 Pack $80 + Delivery ($0 C&C) @ Supercheap Auto
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brisdaz on 08/11/2021 - 16:08 supercheapauto.com.au (344 clicks)
Last edited 25/11/2021 - 15:58 by 1 other user

Product Info - Model Number TRX-2W2U
"Ultra 2W transmit power ensures these UHF CB’s have a great transmission range* coupled with useful features including the easy to read Stealth LCD display which only illuminates when the unit is in use. They also feature quality Lithium-ion rechargeable batteries providing up to 12 hours of operation. Complete with 240V and Car USB-C charging options, these CB radios offer the features you need at an affordable price."

  • In an open area. Range may vary due to environmental and/or topographical conditions.

Features

📻80 UHF CB Channels
📻Up to 14km Ultra Long Range transmission
📻Easy USB Type-C charging
📻Stealth power saving display screen keeps battery lasting longer
📻Quality Lithium-Ion batteries included
📻Up to 12 hours operation in battery save modes
📻Channel Scan function finds active channels
📻Includes AC (home) and DC (car) USB chargers
📻Can be charged from convenient USB Power Banks
📻Includes belt clips to keep handheld units handy

NB - This was posted elsewhere by an Ozbargain member (comment link)under a different deal whose power rating was 0.5W. This one is 2W and thus is not just a kid's toy.

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  • Nathw on 08/11/2021 - 16:20
    +1

    Are they good

  • itsHughesy on 08/11/2021 - 16:22

    These will not have 14km range, probably at most only a few hundred meters in open terrain and worse in built up areas.

    • Roger Ramjet 99 on 08/11/2021 - 17:08
      +1

      Definitely not 14 km, but should make 5km in good conditions.

      • CheapoJohnno on 08/11/2021 - 20:41

        Technically they could transmit that far (and possibly further) if it were line of sight

        • FredAstair on 09/11/2021 - 08:08

          Or using one of the many repeaters:

          https://tropinet.com/uhf-repeaters/

          • eug on 09/11/2021 - 13:07

            @FredAstair: Hmm, does it support duplex channels though?

            • CheapoJohnno on 09/11/2021 - 18:23

              @eug: It should do, CH1-8 and 41-48 being duplex is part of the Australian UHF standard.

              Edit: the user manual found on their website clearly states it has the duplex channels
              https://trx.com.au/media/wysiwyg/manual/TRX-2W2U-manual.pdf

              • eug on 09/11/2021 - 18:35

                @CheapoJohnno:

                It should do, CH1-8 and 41-48 being duplex is part of the Australian UHF standard.

                They're part of the standard, but is it a requirement to support them? Those channels can be used in simplex mode if there are no repeaters on them.

                Edit: the user manual found on their website clearly states it has the duplex channels

                I read the manual earlier, but there is no mention of how to activate duplex mode. The assumption would be that those channels are permanently in duplex mode, but section 5.3 states that if there is no repeater in the area those channels can also be used for simplex communication - which would not be possible if you couldn't toggle duplex on/off.

                In any case, if it was permanently in duplex mode, imagine the complaints or returns by people saying the radio is faulty because 16 of the channels "don't work" with each other. :)

                Seeing that the radios don't even support CTCSS tones, it wouldn't be a stretch for them not to include repeater support.

                • CheapoJohnno on 09/11/2021 - 20:59

                  @eug: In terms of requirement to support them I think you will find that it is a requirement and every 80ch radio currently sold as an 'australian UHF radio' would be duplex on those channels. I know some radios have the option for direct transmit on those repeater output frequencies but saying that I think you fill find a lot of radios won't have an option for simplex mode on those repeater channels (like these ones) as it would just add even more confusion into the mix particularly when there are dozens of other channels to choose from.

                  I think you might also find some radios omit chanel 61, 62 and 63 as they are reserved and not supposed to be used so im sure some people might complain that not only are there '16 channels that don't work' its 'also missing 3'! lol

  • brisdaz on 08/11/2021 - 16:24
    +1

    Another Ozbargain member said:

    Something with 2 W power will get you up to 5km in good conditions, and reliably work within a few kms.

  • Zippy7 on 08/11/2021 - 16:30
    +1

    Are these genuinely 2W? They look a bit small in size - generally the higher wattage, the bigger the size of the unit.
    Anyone use these before and can give feedback?

    • Spendmore on 08/11/2021 - 16:36

      Hard to tell the size but SCA wouldn't advertise that they are if they weren't, 2W isn't a lot really either. You can get the baofeng uv5R which are 5W and are pretty small.

    • endor on 14/11/2021 - 22:45

      They're about the size of the palm of your hand, not very big but not miniature either. I can measure one tomorrow if you're interested.

      Box says 2W and has a 3 year warranty.

  • brisdaz on 08/11/2021 - 16:47

    It's a new Australian brand with very little internet footprint that is also sold on Anaconda. There's a distinct lack of actual humans vouching for it though..

    There's a youtube review of the 5w version of the same brand by it seems an authentic Qld'er

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pQxUsUII2w

  • eug on 08/11/2021 - 17:24
    +2

    Do keep in mind that these do not have CTCSS tones. I personally wouldn't buy a radio without them, but not everyone needs it so this may be suitable for you.

    Manual is here

  • chillybags on 08/11/2021 - 20:28
    +4

    I have these, just tried to use them today for their first real test (had previously used when convoying cars which worked fine). When about 300m out of line of sight and couldn’t communicate. Useless will be returning

  • endor on 09/11/2021 - 12:41
    +2

    Picked these up today, seem to be ok quality. Will be using this weekend so will report back after.

    • endor on 14/11/2021 - 22:42
      +2

      Used one of these the whole day 4x4 in the watagans today, was never more than about 1 km away from the group while driving offroad through the forest, no problems at all.

      Speaker very loud, had it on lowest setting. For $40 a handset i think they're a bargain. I attached the belt clip on it (2 screws) and clipped it to the sun visor.

      For the money I'm very happy.

  • whattahead on 25/11/2021 - 14:20
    +1

    Deal back on! :)

  • syngen on 30/11/2021 - 15:02

    Any feedback from anyone who has purchased/used this so far? :)

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