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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the Baofeng BF-888S is license-free in most countries, including the UK. It operates on the PMR446 frequency range, which is specifically designated for use without a license. However, it's always best to check your local regulations before using any two-way radio.
Yes, the Baofeng BF-888S is legal in the UK. It complies with the PMR446 regulations and operates within the permitted frequency range.
On channel 16, Press and Hold the PTT and MONI buttons while switching ON the transceiver to turn the Scanning ON or OFF.
Baofeng BF-888S is a Single Band, UHF, 400-470MHz, low power radio. The specs say <=5W, and that's exactly what 2 watts is.
Full charge for BL-5 1800mAh battery: 4-5H. Full charge for 3800mAh BL-5L battery:7-8H.
Of Course, you will need a computer and programming cable, the software is free download on https://www.baofengradio.co.uk/software/, which can program the Baofeng BF-888S as well as many other radios.
The Baofeng BF-888S is a Single Band Radio, it is UHF 400-470MHz. The specs say <=5W, and that's exactly what 2 watts is.