Quansheng UV-K5(8) Walkie Talkie — Multi-Band Ham Radio, 200CH, Cross-Band, DRRM Field Transceiver
In a disaster, communication is survival.
When cell towers go down, internet fails,
and landlines are cut — the only reliable
communication link is radio.
The Quansheng UV-K5(8) is the most feature-rich
amateur transceiver at this price point on the market.
Multi-band. Cross-band. 200 channels.
Emergency weather reception. DTMF calling.
Third-party firmware support.
The professional radio tool for serious DRRM operators,
ham radio enthusiasts, and field communications officers.
Recommended by Jose Jekeri P. Taningco, LGOO VI —
28 years of frontline DRRM service under RA 10121.
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WHY THE UV-K5(8)?
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✔ MULTI-BAND TRANSMITTING & RECEIVING
50–600MHz receiving range covers VHF, UHF,
aviation band (AM), FM broadcast, and NOAA
weather channels in a single device.
No other radio at this price does this.
✔ 200 PROGRAMMABLE CHANNELS — Store all your
DRRM, municipal, barangay, and interoperability
frequencies in one device. Named channels
for instant identification in the field.
✔ CROSS-BAND INTERCOM — Transmit on one band,
receive on another simultaneously.
Critical for interoperability between
VHF and UHF DRRM radio networks.
✔ 10 EMERGENCY WEATHER CHANNELS (NOAA) —
Receive live weather alerts and storm
warnings directly on the radio.
No phone signal needed.
✔ EMERGENCY ALERT FUNCTION — One-button
emergency broadcast to all channels.
Instant distress signal transmission.
✔ 10-GROUP SCRAMBLER — Encrypted communication.
Multiple security layers to protect
call privacy and operational security.
✔ DUAL-WATCH OPERATION — Monitor two channels
simultaneously. Never miss a transmission
on your primary or secondary frequency.
✔ VOX — Voice-activated transmission.
Hands-free operation during field deployment,
rescue operations, or tactical coordination.
✔ DTMF CALLING — Single call, group call,
and all-call DTMF select calling.
DTMF ANI identification included.
✔ REMOTE KILL / REVIVE — Remotely disable
or reactivate a radio unit in the network.
Critical for operational security.
✔ WIRELESS RADIO REPLICATION — Copy channel
configurations wirelessly between units.
Fast deployment of frequency plans
across your entire radio team.
✔ FREQUENCY METER FUNCTION — Acts as a
frequency counter for two-way radios
and compatible devices. F+4 to activate.
✔ THIRD-PARTY FIRMWARE SUPPORT — Fully
compatible with community firmware upgrades
via PC programming. Expands capabilities
beyond factory defaults.
✔ TYPE-C + CHARGER BASE CHARGING — Modern
USB-C charging plus traditional charging
base. High capacity battery with long
standby time for extended field operations.
✔ LARGE LCD DISPLAY — Clear, intuitive screen
showing channel number, frequency name,
and signal strength. Clean button layout
for easy field operation.
✔ H / M / L POWER OUTPUT — High, Medium,
Low transmit power selection. Extend
battery life on Low during base operations.
Maximum range on High in the field.
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COMPLETE FEATURE LIST
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200 Channel | Cross-Band Intercom
1750Hz Call Tone | Program On Site
Emergency Alert | Reverse Frequency Function
10-Group Scrambler | Multi-Scan
CTCSS/DCS | 10 Emergency Weather Channels
PC Programmable | Busy Channel Lock
VOX | Frequency & Channel Mode Shift
Time-Out Timer | Wireless Radio Replication
Large LCD Display | Voice Prompt
Reminding Switch | Remote Kill/Revive
AM/FM Aviation Band Receiving | FM Radio
Offset Frequency Direction Set | Reset
Squelch Level Adjustable | Dual-Watch Operation
Offset Frequency Setting | Channel Scan & Add
Automatic Signaling Search | Multi-Step Frequency
One Key Call Channel | Keypad Lock
Backlight Auto Off | Jacklight
DTMF Calling | DTMF ANI
Wide/Narrow Bandwidth
Power-On Password Protection (PC Programmable)
Type-C & Charger Base Charging
DTMF Select Call (single/group/all call)
Repeater Forwarding Confirmation
Multi Display — Channel No./Frequency/Name
H/M/L Output Power Selective
Multi-Band Transmitting 50–600MHz Receiving
Receive/Transmit Code Setting Separately
High Capacity Battery | Long Standby Time
Frequency Meter Function
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GOVPROJEKERI RECOMMENDS
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"Radio communication is the backbone of any
serious DRRM operation. When I look at the
Quansheng UV-K5(8), I see a device that covers
everything a field DRRM officer needs —
multi-band receive, cross-band intercom,
200 programmable channels, NOAA weather reception,
emergency alert, and encrypted scrambler —
at a price that makes equipping an entire
barangay DRRM team financially viable.
For ham operators, DRRM practitioners,
and anyone building a serious communications
capability for disaster preparedness —
this is the radio to start with."
— Jose Jekeri P. Taningco, LGOO VI
DILG Region VII | MCDRRM, Philippine Public Safety College
RA 10121 Practitioner | Licensed Radio Operator
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WHO NEEDS THIS
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→ Barangay DRRM rapid response radio teams
→ LGU emergency communications officers
→ Municipal DRRM coordinators (MDRRMC)
→ Licensed ham radio operators (PARA members)
→ Search and rescue (SAR) field teams
→ Security and law enforcement units
→ Outdoor adventurers, mountaineers, and expeditions
→ Preppers and serious go-bag builders
→ Off-grid communities with no cell coverage
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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
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Channels: 200
FM Radio Channels: 20
NOAA Weather Channels: 10
Frequency Stability: ±1ppm
Modulation: FM 11KΦF3E (12.5KHz) / 16KΦF3E (25KHz)
Dimensions: 115 × 60 × 37.5mm
Weight: 234g
Operating Temperature: -20°C to +60°C
Antenna Impedance: 50Ω
Transmit Output Power: ≤5W
Emission Current: ≤1.5A
Charging: Type-C USB + Charging Base
RECEIVING SENSITIVITY (FM 12dB SINAD):
F1 (50–76 MHz): -121dBm
F2 (108–135.9975 MHz): -121dBm
F3 (136–173.9975 MHz): -123dBm
F4 (174–349.9975 MHz): -123dBm
F5 (350–399.9975 MHz): -123dBm
F6 (400–469.9975 MHz): -123dBm
F7 (470–599.9975 MHz): -121dBm
WFM (76–108 MHz): -110dBm
Audio Output: ≥0.5W
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PACKAGE INCLUDES
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✔ 1 × Quansheng UV-K5(8) Radio Unit
✔ 1 × Battery Pack
✔ 1 × Antenna
✔ 1 × Belt Clip
✔ 1 × Hand Strap
✔ 1 × Charger
✔ 1 × User Manual
⚠ REGULATORY NOTE: In the Philippines, transmission
on amateur radio frequencies requires a valid
Amateur Radio Operator License (AROL) issued
by the National Telecommunications Commission (NTC).
Receiving-only operation does not require a license.
Visit https://www.ntc.gov.ph for licensing information.
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WHEN CELL TOWERS FALL —
RADIO OPERATORS BECOME THE LIFELINE.
ARE YOU READY?
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