This is the best HT for any duplex hotspot you can find, and it is able to do the satellite work as well.
The Radioddity GD-88 is a dual-band, dual-mode handheld radio (analog FM and DMR) which is also dual timeslot, dual transmit, and dual standby same time capable. With up to 7W power output, dual band capability, analog as well as digital operation mode, Tier I and Tier II dual timeslot support, GPS with APRS function, cross-band repeater and same frequency repeater, a powerful long-lasting 3000mAh battery, 300,000 DMR contacts storage, allowing bulk import via software, the GD-88 combines all you´d expect from a state of the art radio!
FCC ID: 2AN62-GD88
Disclaimer: No license is required to purchase this radio, nor to monitor (listen) to the many Amateur (Ham) Radio frequencies. However, an FCC License is required to Transmit (Talk) on Amateur Radio Frequencies in the USA. Please visit http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/amateur/licensing to learn more.
7W + 300K DMR Contacts The Radioddity GD-88 is a powerful handheld radio with a compact design, featuring selectable output power of 7W/2.5W and storage for up to 300,000 DMR contacts, which can be bulk importedt via software. | Dual Band, Dual Mode, and Dual Standby The GD-88 contains two independent VFOs that allow dual-band operation on VHF and UHF channels. With dual mode, the GD-88 allows a smooth transition from communication with conventional analog radios to digital DMR (DMR Tier II) at any time. It also comes with dual-standby to monitor two channels at the same time. | GPS for Use with APRS The GD-88 has a powerful built in GPS receiver for use with APRS. This allows real-time push messages of position beacons to the APRS-network, making it your ideal companion for all kind of outdoor activities that do need you to be tracked by others. Besides SFR, the APRS-functionality is one more benefit of the GD-88 in any kind of emergency situations. |
Cross-band Repeater Function Working as a base radio to extend your talking range, the GD-88 is capable of transmitting on one frequency band (UHF/VHF) a receive a signal on the other frequency band (VHF/UHF). Compared to traditional cross-band repeaters, the GD-88 can cross-band repeat from an analog band to a digital one (or from digital to analog.) | Same Frequency Repeater (SFR) Function Using just one frequency for transmitting and receiving gives it full use of the DMR TDMA-technique by using one timeslot for receiving and transmitting the received signal on the same frequency, but using the second timeslot, acting as a Same-Frequency-Repeater (SFR). Multiple GD-88’s within a certain area can create a mesh-network, allowing single-VFO radios to communicate with other radios bridged by several GD-88’s that are operating in SFR-mode. The GD-88 is must-have radio for emergency situations where conventional communication systems are limited or unavailable. | Long-Lasting Power With a powerful 3000mAh battery and built-in power saving feature, the Radioddity GD-88 supports up to 48 hours of standby time, 15 hours of use under analog mode, and 23 hours of use under digital mode. |
General Functions | Digital Functions | Analog Functions |
1. High-low Power 2. VFO Mode 3. Cross-band Repeater & Monitor 4. Man Down Alert 5. Emergency Alarm 6. Scan Function 7. VOV 8. TOT 9. Busy Channel Lockout 10. Keypad Lock 11. Power Saving 12. FM Radio | 1. Private / Group / All Call 2. Talk Around 3. Roaming 4. Recording 5. TDMA Direct Mode 6. GPS/APRS | 1. DTFM RX/TX Reminder 2. Analog Channel Call 3. Narrow / Wide Band Selectable 4. Squelch Level Selectable 5. Busy Channel Lockout 6. Monitor 7. CTCSS / DCS |
Specifications
Frequency Range: VHF 136-174MHz RX/TX | UHF 400-480MHz RX/TX
FCC ID: 2AN62-GD88
Low Power: 2.5W
High Power: 7W
Zones: 16
Channel Capacity: up to 4000 (250 per zone)
DMR Talk Groups: to be confirmed
Digital Contacts: 300,000
Water-resistant rating: IP54
Encryption: AES256
Display: 2" color TFT Screen
Battery: 3000mAh lithium-ion battery with power saving
Bandwidth: VHF ≤±5 kHz @ 12.5 kHz | UHF ≤±7 kHz @ 25 kHz
DMR: Tier I & Tier II
Programmable: Comes with a programming cable
Speaker Jack: 2-pin Kenwood/Wouxun earpiece/speaker mic K1 connection
Size: 5x2x1.4in | 12.5x5.5x3.5cm
Weight: 0.7 lb | 330g
What’s in the box?
1 x Radioddity GD-88 Radio
1 x 3000mAh Battery
1 x Antenna
1 x Belt Clip
1 x Desktop Charger (2-in-1)
1 x AC Adaptor
1 x Wrist Strap
1 x Programming Cable
1x Ear headset