Walkie Talkie handheld radio Boafeng UV5R - new in box

The Baofeng UV-5R[a] is a handheld radio transceiver manufactured by the Chinese manufacturer Baofeng. This model was the first dual band radio (VHF/UHF) to be successfully distributed by a Chinese brand.[citation needed] It is inexpensive and relatively simple to use. Because of this, it is used by radio amateurs, outdoorsmen and professional users worldwide, outputting about a 1-5 watt FM signal.[2][3]

Baofeng Radios have a selection of which PEP is preferred by the user. This can be accessed by clicking the MENU button, and clicking 2. User will be prompted for a what watts PEP is preferred, between HIGH = 5W-4W and LOW = 1W

The radio operates as a dual-band FM transceiver for the 2 m (VHF) and 70 cm (UHF) amateur radio bands. It is capable of transmitting and receiving approximately between 136174 MHz (VHF) and 400520 MHz (UHF), depending on regional regulations enforced by the importer.

Features include CTCSS and DCS tone support, 128 programmable memory channels, repeater offsets, dual-watch and dual-reception operation, an integrated LED flashlight, voice prompts in English or Chinese, and programmable LCD backlight colors.

Channels and operating parameters can be entered manually through the radio's front panel, though this method is often considered cumbersome. These settings can be edited through a personal computer using the CHIRP application and a USB programming cable.

Includes programming cable.