Product Review
The BF-F9 V2+ is the next level of ham radio, improving on the top of the line UV-5R V2+ model with the new addition of Tri-Power functionality: This includes unsurpassed transmission power of 8 watts, as the most impressive Baofeng ever made to date. The BF-F9 V2+ has an expanded frequency range like the UV-82, and a new chipset with noise-reduction features that block out noises caused by signal intensity changes along with tail tone elimination when transmitting or receiving signals between 50Hz-55Hz. The BF-F9 V2+'s tri-color display makes for easy reading on the bright LCD, and this radio can be programmed with or without a PC to work on private repeater systems. The most powerful, versatile Baofeng, it has transmitting power selectable up to 8 watts. It is fully backward compatible with all UV-5R accessories.
- Tri-Power Low / Medium / High Settings (1/4/5 Watts). Frequency Range: 65-108MHz (FM Receive only),145-155MHZ and 400-520MHZ (TX/RX). 25KHz/12.5KHz Switchable (Wide /Narrow) Band.
- VOX and OFFSET Functions, Dual Standby /Dual Watch, A/B band independent operation, Transmitter Time-Out Timer (TOT), Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO), and Many More Functions Available.
- High Quality, Bright LCD Screen with Tri-Color Display for Easy Reading, Durable Exterior Casing, and Advanced Noise Reduction Capabilities. Full Backwards Compatibility with All UV-5R Accessories. Helpful Programming Guides Available at Baofengradio.us.
- WARNING: Operating a radio on one of the following restricted frequencies without a license or authorization by the FCC can result in a variety of enforcement actions, including seizure of equipment, fines and other criminal penalties: 136 MHz – 137 MHz (Aviation Services, Part 87); 137 MHz – 138 MHz (Satellite Communications, Part 25); 138 MHz – 144 MHz (not available to any FCC licensee – Federal use only); 156.7625 MHz – 157.0375 MHz (Maritime Services, Part 80 and Aviation Services, Part