Superb Budget Radio - WLN KD-C1 - Range Test

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A test of the superb WLN KD-C1 a budget radio available to buy in the UK for £8.99 packing a full 2W of power on UHF, programmable with Baofeng type cable and bespoke software.
A link to Ringway Manchesters channel where he puts this radio and loads of others through some great test, please check him out and subscribe.
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Link to the software on 409 shop
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Link to the driver software for your cable
www.miklor.com/COM/UV_GettingS...
The Amazon seller I got my radios from (not the price has increased slightly) but they were UK stock.
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@RingwayManchester 7 лет назад

Yes! Here we go. Just got here and looking forward to how this unfolds mate

@johnlwilkers 7 лет назад

Thanks for a great review. I love operational tests.

@jaycee7594 7 лет назад

A good review vid along with ringways. Great radios. I got a Zeadio clone and I can't fault it. It cost me £5. love the video keep em coming!

@johnthomascannon 7 лет назад

just got 2 of these for £18 under the retevis rt22 brand.exact same.cracking little radios.not got my licence yet but ideal for listening to local repeater and per channels.got a fright when I read the tiny manual and seen the desktop charger was optional accessory and didn't know how to charge then I seen yours and ringways video and found the charge port under earpiece socket.great videos by the way

@petrok1rp254 4 года назад

I like it really very much my KD-C1. I have second battery after years of daily use and everything works perfectly. No mods needed, just program it and go. just be noted > there is few upgraded models like KD-C1 Plus and KD-C2 even. I did not tested yet. :)

@f4bscale 7 лет назад

The instruction leaflet doesn't make it clear but to Scan the channels press and hold the -(minus) key for a few seconds. The 'Add Scan' should set to Scan (and not Del) when programming the radio.

@roseldiokno5348 Год назад

Thank you so much for info how to charge it.your great

@boggs2005 2 года назад

Its considered as SRRS or Short Range Radio Services in my country, the Philippines since it is only a merely 2 watts radio. Any radio that is 2 watts and below is an SRRS.

@biranit50 3 года назад

if you press the up and down buttons together yo can toggle between lock and unlock the channel

@kubectlgetpo 6 лет назад

Thanks. Awesome video!

@jamessullivan586 5 лет назад

Hey maid could you do a test handheld to handheld very good video really appreciate it kind of impressed with radio especially the audio

@knoxieman 5 лет назад

Hi James yes I will do that, audio quality on these is superb

@RingwayManchester 7 лет назад

Paul thanks so much for the shout out, I really appreciate it. Will definitely return the favour as and when! Fantastic review, more detailed than mine too, love it mate. The range test worked well, good performance on that small antenna. Cheers again and best 73, Lewis

@knoxieman 7 лет назад

Ringway Manchester glad you enjoyed it trying to make them a bit shorter. they are a great little radio thanks for the heads up and I hope you get a few subs from the shout out you deserve it.

@RingwayManchester 7 лет назад

Fantastic mate, I think the longer ones are good because the detail is there. I have a video coming up on the WLN, well 2 actually. The one I've not edited yet will have a nice shout out to you in there :)

@RingwayManchester 7 лет назад

Paul mine is up but I recorded it before you gave me a shout out so I'll get a nice big channel plug to you in my next new video soon.

@lbenegas 5 лет назад

Hi Knoxieman, quick question: if you had to choose between Baofeng UV-5R and Baofeng BF-F8HP, which one would you choose? (and why). Thanks!

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

neater radio can be used on FRS by orders of the F C C rules

@samjones1884 7 лет назад

Do you have any experience with the Retevis RT22 or the RT24 models??

@DennisMathias 6 лет назад

I do. Looks like the same thing!

@joecachia2 4 года назад

Is the power sitchable to low or is it fixed on 2W ? I'm only asking cause PMR446 are supposed to be .5W

@hymatwat9412 4 года назад

Joseph Cachia you can tweak it to 50 watt with the app

@mibox4934 Год назад

The frequency inside this device is 470 mhz, which is installed in prose?

@BrockRealTalk 6 лет назад

Great review! Thank you for posting. I am new to the radio world.... Does anyone know if this radio is compatible with a Kenwood TK-3230? Thanks!

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

kenwood do not make family service gmrs radios only ham radio and you need a license on that band

@HarryHamsterChannel Год назад

Testing these cute little radios under singular, idealized conditions is like rolling a ball downhill and saying "Look how far it goes!" Your results WILL vary. Possibly by a lot. I have these. 16 channel. I always considered them only two watts. Small antenna. Charger port broke on one of them (glove compartment bumps).

@knoxieman Год назад

It's just a bit of fun I've never claimed any video to be a show of science in action it's just a product review with a demo.

@mistera3104 6 лет назад

I wonder what it would do in the city. Seems like this test was done in the country with no obstructions.

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

+What do u want about a mile in a built up area

@Bolamanis 4 года назад

Are you sure the range is 3-7 miles with this device direct transmit WT to RTL SDR without using the repeater? :p

@JaraFPV 5 лет назад

I was hoping you are testing KD-C1 to KD-C1 range testing ....

@knoxieman 5 лет назад

I can do that, I tested around a lake with bushes and scrub and could get 3 to 4 miles with them, they are fantastic little sets and have the best audio quality of any radio I've tested.

@neogeo1670 3 года назад

Right? I'm tired of people not doing that, people who don't know this may think they actually have 7 mile range lol

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

you signel will not go throw a brick wall I tryed it at one block away from my base he did not here me guys it's a 1/2 watt radio

@uregonmaingaming2960 3 года назад

Can you review the new WLN 888pro

@johnking2154 6 лет назад

I saw radios like this and someone said they had a Scrambler function in the software programming. Can anyone tell me if these have that feature?

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

No they do not.

@marsradio 7 лет назад

Did you ever try to see if it would accept a VHF frequency and then actually key up and receive decently on VHF? I realize the antenna may not be resonant, but I'm curious if the radio actually functions on VHF?

@knoxieman 7 лет назад

marsradio no I haven't yet, I really like these little radios and have been having fun using them, I have to say the audio quality of these radios is better than anything I have even my yaesu and ICOM handled radios, it's superb.

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

Although you can program VHF frequencies, the radio does not work well at all. It is strictly UHF...

@shanehooi 5 месяцев назад

dear sir how to lock the talkie?

@peterf34 6 лет назад

You can now program the WLN KD-C1 using CHIRP

@biranit50 Год назад

but NOT the kd-c1 PLUS though (last time I checked)

@bingbongfloranza2353 2 года назад

Hi, have you tried twicking the software? So that it can be used also on vhf? Thanks

@knoxieman 2 года назад

Yes but it doesn't work on VHF

@bingbongfloranza2353 2 года назад

@@knoxieman do you have the modified software? What are the improvements? Can you share it on your vlog? Thanks

@moleman1961 6 лет назад

Just got two of these for £17!

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

You won't be disappointed

@MusicMath123 7 лет назад

The BEST cheap radio at the moment is baofeng bf-888s and also has a scrambler!

@knoxieman 7 лет назад

Yes the 888 is a good little radio, if you search my channel you will find a review I did on it 18 months ago, its had quite a few views.

@xaviertexier3450 6 лет назад

Baoefeng bf888

@ldsffddanae9507 6 лет назад

Sir, you can get BaoFeng BF - UV 3R PLUS Wireless Dual Band Walkie Talkie for $23.99, www.gearbest.com/walkie-talkies/pp_800677.html?lkid=11694254,enjoy!

@Michaelwoo927 6 лет назад

Music Matt 76 For walking talking send out polysight part

@arxaggelosmixail1840 6 лет назад

Which has a better range the BF888 or the WLN that you have here?

@jonathankim382 7 лет назад

Do you need a license to use some of the channels on the bf-r5? P.S. I live in the U.S.

@Goyotero1000 6 лет назад

Don't think they paid for FCC stamp, so not legal under the regime.

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

As of September 28, 2017 the new Part 97 rules allow a 10 year license for $65. That's an even better bargain! ;)

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

try 35.00 as of 06/03/2023 with renew in 10 years

@chesterpisan 6 лет назад

Hi im new to radios. So you can radio to radio for 7miles/11km with no obstruction? How many miles do you think it will work radio to radio in forest? Thanks

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

Forests will cut it down a lot to maybe 2 miles or so

@Prnencetti 7 лет назад

does anybody know if you can use the United States. I would love to get these for the United States and program them up with some of the FRS gmrs stations in United States. and the USB is that just for changing or can you program it through the USB cable

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

I have four of them that I use here in the US for both ham and GMRS. Programming is via the mic/earphone connections to USB port. The micro-USB is strictly for charging the battery.

@m1pete 4 года назад

Have you done a demo on the newer WLN KD-C1PLUS

@markifi 4 года назад

should be quite similar, except the charging port looks different on the side, and there's an led display. did you buy it?

@nordiciosipit4203 Год назад

Can this be able to connect with other kind of two way radio like baofeng? Thanks

@knoxieman Год назад

Yes if programmed on the baofeng

@stalingrad19431 7 лет назад

why do you need to programme them, cant you just use them straight from the box as walkie talkies?

@bulldogbrower6732 5 лет назад

Because they are sold world wide. No telling who's frequency you are on when you transmit. When you program them you pick certain legal channels for your country.

@allenrm100 4 года назад

Hi you say you can't use on pmr is that because of the W output

@knoxieman 4 года назад

Yes mainly

@spudth 7 лет назад

having trouble programming. How do I get it to recognize the port? please and thank you.

@WalterFrancis 7 лет назад

USB port is for charging only. Use a standard baofeng 2 prong programming cable.

@justicejones5025 Год назад

Once you plug in the standard 2-prong programming cable, if not working in CHIRP - on a Windows PC, go to CONTROL PANEL - DEVICE MANAGER - then go to the tab/drop down menu PORTS - from here you should see what COM Port number the USB Serial cable is on. In the CHIRP software, make sure the COM port is the same.

@biranit50 2 года назад

i prefer the plus model with visual to chanel number

@casscassy9174 8 месяцев назад

Do these work within buildings? Example from floor 1 ro floor 20? Thanks

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

I would try It as a chalange

@Chan-rc8oh 5 лет назад

what software are you using..?? and is that windows... compatible... thanks...

@knoxieman 5 лет назад

SDR sharp and yes it's Windows compatible

@fenixytxx4177 6 лет назад

Estoy buscando un radio marca zastone b - 180 urge

@daronmason-9549 9 месяцев назад

DARON MASON Okay Gross notice walkie talkie 😊

@jamessullivan586 5 лет назад

Supposed to say hey mate

@spudth 7 лет назад

do these scan and how many channels?

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

Yes, you can set up to scan, skip selected channels. They are 16 channel radios.

@maniacse 7 лет назад

Not so cheap on ebay: 19,50 + 4,00 USD. BF-888 is around 14 USD. But still interesting radio.

@HarryHamsterChannel Год назад

BF-888 is very similar. Better build and antenna. I have both.

@earlybird1969 8 месяцев назад

What number in uhf frequency is channel channel 13

@Suomion 7 лет назад

Are those able to Repeater operation? 73's OH1EXC

@knoxieman 7 лет назад

Antti Kannisto yes you just program in the split

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

Did you even watch the video? He was using a list of repeaters sorted by distance!

@Coalrollinfurry 6 лет назад

The chipset definitely has the capability, may not hit every repeater as expected

@justinbunn6714 4 года назад

Now these are £33 for a pair from china. Cheapest I can find. Still worth the money?

@knoxieman 4 года назад

I think so yes

@mensagemii744 3 года назад

433MHz is a Amateur Radio frequency - 430-440.

@roeypaster5502 7 лет назад

does it have channels? like in bf-888s?

@kimmeeperalta8390 4 года назад

It has channels I use it for running with my friends

@biranit50 3 года назад

@@kimmeeperalta8390 16 programable uhf channels

@chavezc23 6 лет назад

Can you program a “roger beep” for this radio?

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

Yes I think so I'll have to check that though.

@arxel 5 лет назад

Same question here :)

@masterBayter222 4 года назад

i bought kd c1,we tested this last night 1 indoor and im outside..it only takes around 500m

@dylanlockler1039 3 года назад

poor antenna, needs to be line of sight, you might be in a city, etc etc

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

you transmit in a circle if your circles do not over lap then your out range try it on paper

@erogue3969 6 лет назад

So the 7 mile range you achieved was done using a repeater?

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

No direct to the base antenna, no repeaters are used in any of my videos unless I expressly state im connecting to one

@se7vennld 7 лет назад

It looks like a Nokia bl-5c battery. If so there are 3100 mah battery's for it.

@knoxieman 7 лет назад

se7vennld oh right it may well be? there's an option if it is, thanks.

@shreddedreams 7 лет назад

it is bl-5c also variations will also work but might not fit due to the end plastic.. long story but depending on the nokia phone you might have to trip plastic on the battery, which is a risk since its lithium..

@pkchannel3402 7 лет назад

wht is price and how many km range of this set?

@allainmendoza4792 3 года назад

7miles

@sylla2 5 лет назад

Question: After some years experience and testing of many other radios, are these still to be regarded as "superb"? :-) I'm asking because I love the concept of a small, simple, lightweigt DMR radio that I can hand out to my crew (my mom and my friends and my dog), whenever I need to boss them around :-)

@knoxieman 5 лет назад

For the money you won't get a better sounding little radio, they are amazing!

@sylla2 5 лет назад

Thanks, @@knoxieman! Just ordered 2 from Amazon (branded Retevis RT22). For the money, I still find it very difficult to believe that they are any good at all :-) Thanks again! I really appreciate your answer. I'm now a subsciber, btw. Looking forward to watching many more interesting videos from you :-)

@sylla2 5 лет назад

OK, because I'm a complete moron, I got cold feet and cancelled my order of the Retevis RT22's. Instead, I bought two Retevis RT1 radios. Why? Well, I panicked! But now my feet are even colder. And now it's too late to cancel the order (Sure, I can send them back, I know, but that's not gonna happen). So, new question: Do you have any experience with the Retevis RT1? Yes, I know that it's a completely different radio.

@Leeam.092 2 года назад

Is that DMR?

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

D M R is a u s a radio systum so I would say N O.

@BOOSTEDLASER 7 лет назад

whats the best 2 way these days? also best budget

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

there all he same one half watt out put as by the f c c in the USA

@BOOSTEDLASER Месяц назад

@@donalderickson-si8ww 6 YEARS OLD,I GOT 12 WATS

@donalderickson-si8ww Месяц назад

I don't know where you got your 12 wats I Owen a rugged radio 45 watt G M R S radio and I talked to Chicago on a tower link from the east coast

@Volentry 7 лет назад

How does this compare to the BF-888S?

@WalterFrancis 7 лет назад

Did you watch the video? He IS using a BF-888s (clone)

@Volentry 7 лет назад

Walter Francis Pretty sure the 888s don't look like that. Are you referring to the red black one? I'm not sure how close that is performance wise with the 888s

@WalterFrancis 7 лет назад

It is an 888s in a different case.

@Volentry 7 лет назад

Ah I see, did not know that.

@ertonyrn 6 лет назад

+Walter Francis (Khaytsus) hes asking about the WLN you jackass

@andrewhowden5826 6 лет назад

I am thinking of going down the gmrs route but a lot of hassle.

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

What? You consider five minutes to fill out a simple form and pay the license fee is a "hassle?"

@andrewhowden5826 6 лет назад

Russell Leaming sorry,so I'm told.

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

And since September 28, 2017 the license term has been doubled from 5 years to 10 years, but the fee hasn't changed! It's still $70. What a bargain! :)

@Coalrollinfurry 6 лет назад

Russell Leaming 70? Is not a bargain, majority of the radios cost 2/3 of that, it should be 10$ not 70 thats a fuckin rip off for what you get with gmrs the nets are rediculous half the time it sounds like some ahole just left there vox on and is talking on there phone in the backround on the main repeater system in nyc, 70? Go ahead, i will stick with ham

@Coalrollinfurry 6 лет назад

Russell Leaming yea it is, its fucking stupid, ham is better people are actually educated on radio and its 1/7th the cost

@chamkila420 7 лет назад

can't find it at that price, any links?

@balotibaya2 Год назад

So how far can this transmit?

@knoxieman Год назад

6 miles or more in free space, few hundred yards in a built up area

@balotibaya2 Год назад

@@knoxieman Thanks, I bought 2 of these because I though I can use it in the mountains. but apparently I need something to bridge the signal

@biranit50 2 года назад

cab be programmed with Chirp!

@justinbunn6714 4 года назад

Inside it says these are 5W??? 2:03

@knoxieman 4 года назад

Ha ha yes 5 watts with a 4v battery not happening, these are probably doing 1 to 2 watts

@Jacob-mm8xq 5 лет назад

is that a repeater

@knoxieman 5 лет назад

@hexxe 2 года назад

What is your test range ?

@knoxieman 2 года назад

7 miles

@johnrenzcaballero4308 6 лет назад

license free ?

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

Borderline you'd get away with it programming to pmr or frs

@vavaocado 3 года назад

how to change chinese voice to english for win kd-c1

@knoxieman 3 года назад

You need to do it in software with the cable.

@pedersteenberg2010 2 года назад

10 ?

@Darek80 6 лет назад

Battery looks like from Nokia mobile. Am I right?

@knoxieman 6 лет назад

Yes your right!

@wandersam7541 4 года назад

Sabi na nga ba e

@wandersam7541 4 года назад

Pati yung charger po kaya pala familiar

@hymatwat9412 4 года назад

Can I talk to the international space station on

@knoxieman 4 года назад

In theory yes although you would need a directional antenna i would think

@OverlandTT 5 лет назад

£25+ now lol, rip off merchants!

@kausalchaurasia6992 6 лет назад

Can i have to Take Licence For This Walkie Talkie In INDIA ? Pleas recommend Me .. Please Sir

@kubectlgetpo 6 лет назад

Kausal Chaurasia sir?

@gdhcbgxggshcgs3901 3 года назад

1:02c

@andrewhowden5826 6 лет назад

Was that simplex and no repeter at all.

@russellleaming5250 6 лет назад

Simplex. He was recording from his base radio.

@Michaelwoo927 6 лет назад

Andrew Howden For white

@w0nd3r42 6 лет назад

who came here beacause stranger things?

@gorel7628 6 лет назад

No roger beep .

@Coalrollinfurry 6 лет назад

Thats a good thing i hate roger beeps professionals only have them thru repeaters so why have more crappy end tones? Sick of the moto mdc

@markifi 4 года назад

can be programmed in under edit/optional features/beep

@neogeo1670 3 года назад

This doesn't reflect the actual distance between two devices...

@knoxieman 3 года назад

No your right, I've got about 5 miles radio to radio over open terrain.

@user-bd5ut6yf8f 10 месяцев назад

470.400

@user-bd5ut6yf8f 10 месяцев назад

@nine7295 4 года назад

Using it on VHF isn't good, and the problem isn't "nothing", (about blowing up), because the harmonics will be very high, causing interference to other services. Please do not condone this publicly. Thanks.