Baofeng UV-5R Settings & Mods For Milsim

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For users of the Baofenfg UV-5R radios, RB online got some helpful tips in the settings as well as modifications so it can handle the rigors of milsim events. Now, if you can still find the radio available in stores given the issues with it found by the FCC... "Turn off lights, Increase Range, Protect From Rain, Settings, Nagoya Antenna NA-771, Radio Cover, Remove lights for night time operations etc."

MC Kydex "Messenger" For Baofeng Radios

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The BB Warrior shows the MC Kydex "Messenger" Holster which is his favourite pouch for his Baofeng radio in this video... "Today we'll be taking a look at an effective way to hold your Baofeng UV5R/UV82 radio on the airsoft field while still protecting it from BB impacts!"

Best Pouch For Baofeng Radio?

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The BB Warrior presents some pouches that you can use for the Baofeng radio. Which one should you pick? He has a recommendation so watch the video below... "Today we'll be taking a look at a few popular options for holding the Baofeng series of radios, and discussing which option on the market I consider to be the best. For today's video we'll be taking a look at the following pouches: LBT/LBX 6015A, Condor MA9, and the MC Kydex 'Messenger.'"

The BB Warrior's Radio Setup For Airsoft

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The BB Warrior shows his setup for comms in airsoft to give you an idea on how to put one together for your own use... "Today we'll be taking a look at my personal setup for radios in airsoft. I hope this video gives you some inspiration in how to run your radio on your own kit; and as always feel free to experiment!"

TRI AN/PRC-148 At Crown Airsoft

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The Military 6-Pin Version of the Triumph AN/PRC-148 Radio for airsoft use is available at Crown Airsoft. It is waterproof, shockproof and waterproof with a dual display and fully functioning buttons. The LCD screen is the the same size as the priginal and comes with a Li-Ion battery, rubber antenna, and AC adapter.

Baofeng Radios Banned In The U.S.?

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For owners of the Baofeng UVR5-2 dual-band radios in the U.S. what are the implications for them with this FCC ban? The product is already discontinued but it is still circulating in the market, Texas Surplus Pro talks about the issue in this video... "The FCC has just issued a letter banning the import of UV5R 2 radios, based on their current configuration and way they were advertised. What does this mean for ham hobbyists, preppers or survivalists, back packers, and airsoft/milsim?"

Beginner's Guide To Radio In Airsoft #1

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It's comms for this Beginner's Guide Series from The BB Warrior and he will be talking about the preferred radio in the airsoft field these days, the Baofeng radios, specifically, the UV-5R... "Today we'll be discussing the Baofeng UV5R and how important radios can be in airsoft. In this episode we go over what's included with the radio."

RandomTrashy: Comms & Radio Setups

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Radios are important for milsim events and thus, airsoft milsimers will have to factor that in their budget when preparing for a milsim event. RandomTrashy, in his Ultimate Milsim Guide Series, explains how to setup your communications equipment and help prepare you for your first milsim event.

How To Use A Baofeng Radio For Airsoft

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Another Tyrant Queen does a howto video for the Tyrant Kings Milsim YouTube Channel. In this video, she shows how to use a Baofeng Radio that is now the go to radio for airsoft and milsim games as it is affordable and programmable... "Tyrant Queen Lauren shows us the basics of programming a Baofeng UV5R for Airsoft purposes."

Walking Dead Airsoft: Radio Communication

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Walking Dead Airsoft posts a video about the importance of comms in winning a battle... "Radio communication is key to winning the battle. Two teams work together to push for the flag. Using radios we communicate and coordinate to overpower the opposing forces. Radio setup: TRI AN/PRC-152 + Speaker box."

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