CRT2000 Unboxing Video

Video:YouTube/GoTechnique

EXCLUSIVE: Superstar 3900EU UPDATE!

Following on from recent online discussions about the Superstar 3900EU I have received a press release from Superstar UK regarding reported frequency instability on previous versions of the 3900 radio:

"Ranger are unaware of any frequency drift issue with any current Ranger built products, including the 3900 model. To quote Ranger directly "[There is] no drifting frequency problem for our product.". Superstar UK are satisfied that there is no known drifting issue in the current 3900, and the radio is ready for market. Superstar 3900 EU will be in stores from Monday"

So there you have it, Ranger/Superstar UK appear to be confident that their product is in good working order. The statement also appears to suggest that the board in this 'new' version is in fact the same as the current model. 

Now I have never owned a 3900 but have always liked the 'Cobra 148' look of the radio and would definitely consider buying one. Like many others I have also been put off by past reports of problems with the radio.

So given the assurances would you be willing to buy this radio?

Do you already own a RANGER built 3900 radio? Are you happy with it?

Please let me know.... 

The GOOD NEWS is that if you do fancy this radio it should be available from MONDAY 12th September.

Confirmed sellers are:

Nevada

Thunderpole

Knights

Radioworld

The CB Shack

UK 4x4 Centre

Sharman Multicom

Meanwhile you can get the latest on the Superstar 3900EU on Superstar UK's website: www.wearesuperstar.com 

UPDATE: Full technical analysis of the radio CLICK HERE

Anytone Apollo II H Release Version

Video:YouTube/SimonTheWizard

A video from STW showing the release version of the new Anytone Apollo II H. The radio now has 3 power settings 4W, 10W, and 40W!!!!

Original article on Simon's blog: LINK

Superstar 3900EU - Where To Buy!

So we are still waiting to hear if this radio has a new board or is just a re-badged version of the older radio, however that has not stopped the retailers lining up to sell the Superstar 3900EU.

Confirmed sellers are:

Nevada

Thunderpole

Knights

Radioworld

The CB Shack

UK 4x4 Centre

Sharman Multicom

Nevada, GISCO and The Shack have been named as service centres and are therefore authorised to add the UK40 EPROM board to the radio without affecting the warranty.

I really do hope that this radio is a good one and that the problems reported from previous versions have been sorted out. If this is the case I think it could do really well....

Might even put an order in for one myself!

EXCLUSIVE - Superstar 3900EU Press Release!

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Many thanks to Superstar UK who have forwarded a press release to feature on this blog:

"The Superstar 3900 EU has been designed and produced in conjunction with Ranger of Malaysia and is specifically designed for the EU/UK marketplace, locked to mid-block (26.965 a 27.405 Mhz) with 4W AM/FM and 12W SSB. Superstar 3900 EU is available throughout the EU and the UK.

Superstar 3900 EU does not have any gimmicks, just a rock solid PLL radio designed for the CB / HAM enthusiast. We continue with the classic design and chrome front meaning that the Superstar 3900 EU will be a familiar radio to most users.

Superstar 3900 EU is fitted with a Uniden® power socket, SO-239 antenna socket and Ranger® frequency counter socket as standard; and is supplied with rig bracket, thumb screws, power lead & microphone.

UK 27/81 channels can be added by way of an EPROM being fitted to the unit. If fitted by an approved service centre, will not invalidate your 12 month warranty. Approved service centres will be listed on the www.wearesuperstar.co.uk website in the coming days.

The Superstar 3900 EU can be expanded to cover multiple other frequency bands for amateur use or for export, and with a minor modification can do up to 12W AM/FM and 35W SSB.

Stock of the Superstar 3900 EU is due to arrive in the UK week commencing 5th September 2016. The Superstar 3900 EU will be available in the UK from many local CB & HAM radio retailers. A complete list of retailers will be listed on the www.wearesuperstar.co.uk website in the coming days.

Keep your eye on the Superstar UK Facebook Page and www.wearesuperstar.co.uk website for information and updates.

-- END PRESS RELEASE"

And the first 'Real World' photo....

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And a promotional photo showing the radio powered up...

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UPDATE: Full technical analysis of the radio CLICK HERE

NEW Superstar 3900????

A new website has appeared online for Superstar CB radios: www.wearesuperstar.co.uk

It would appear that they are re-launching the Superstar 3900 as a new EU Legal radio.

The Superstar 3900EU will come with the standard legal 40 mid band 4W AM/FM + 12W USB/LSB but of course can be modified for export purposes!!!!

This may explain the reappearance of the radio on the Nevada website as reported on this blog yesterday.

Nevada list the price of the radio as £169.95

Previous versions of this radio have been plagued with problems affecting frequency stability so it will be interesting to see if these problems have been sorted out in the new version.

We shall wait and see..... 

UPDATE: Full technical analysis of the radio CLICK HERE

Ranger Superstar 3900 @ Nevada Soon!

Nevada are taking orders now for the Ranger Superstar 3900 which is available with RED or BLUE displays.

Classic all mode CB radio with the Cobra 148GTL looks !

(this radio does 40 midband only to comply with European regulations but this radio can be modified upon request.)

• Channels: 40 (Eu Mids)
• Modes: AM/LSB/USB/FM
• Frequency range: 26.965 to 27.405 MHz (MID Band)
• RF Power output: 4W (AM/FM)  12W (SSB)
• Power supply: 13.8 VDC (not included)
• Built in SWR Meter
• RF Output Power Indicator
• Signal Strength meter

PRICE: £169.95 - Now I have seen these radios cheaper elsewhere so maybe this is a newer version??? Not sure!

The 3900 suffered from frequency stability issues so I do hope that this is a new version and they have sorted out the problems!

Lick to Nevada website: CLICK HERE

CRT P7LCD - PMR446 UHF Handheld

Featured now on the CRT France website (LINK) is the CRT P7LCD PMR446 and wide band UHF handheld transceiver.

Features:

Mode UHF

Power 4 WATTS max

Memories 128 channels programming 400 - 470 mHz following your assigned frequencies (must be programmed by a professional)

Channel spacing 12.5kHz ou 25kHz

Step of increment 5kHz / 6.25kHz

SQUELCH Yes : elimination of background noise (configurable)

CTCSS / DCS (encoder/decoder) 50 CTCSS / 116 DCSN / 116 DCSI : digital and analog code to activate repeater like selective tone

VOX function Yes : this feature triggers your microphone sound (hands free)

TOT function Yes : time out timer

CTCSS / DCS SCAN function Yes

SCAN function Yes : automatic search of busy channels

BCLO function Yes : busy Channel Lock

REVERSE function Yes : the current channel RX frequency will be switched to TX frequency

TALK AROUND function Yes : switch RX/TX frequencies and CTCSS/DCS code to avoid using repetear

ALARM function Yes : the transceiver will sound alarm beep, meanwhile, it start transmitting and send the alarm beep to companions or systems

FM RADIO function Yes : FM radio RX with auto search

Various functions Keypad lock + Key PF1&PF2 programmable + Annonce vocale paramétrable + Beep key + Channel selection by keys

Bonus Flashlight

Structure ABS case and aluminum chassis injected

Display LCD display backlit

Level display Battery level + frequencies / channels + various functions ...

Options Programming cable + software

Programmable by software Yes

Battery Li-ion 1200 mAh

Connection CRT K type

Antenna 10 cm

Deliver with Desktop charger, battery, antenna, strap and belt clip

Size 100 x 56 x 30 mm (with battery, without antenna)

Weight 175 gr (with battery, without antenna)

Guaranty 2 years

PRICE: €80

Location, Location, Location....

Video:YouTube/SylRoyCorsica

A video posted by Roy (104CT011/104ET101) showing his home QTH. If you have ever wondered how Roy manages to blast out across the world I think this video will give you the answer!!!

The North West Net (UK)

From the Charlie Tango Forum:

"The Northwest Net will be active this evening ( 31 Aug ) 27,125 USB . 1900-2130 hours.

 

26 Uk 873 Roy will be in the chair on the Beacon and myself portable in North Wales . 

The net operates alongside the other Mid week nets but only on the first and last Wednesdays of the month due work commitments.

So, come make the trip!

Cheers

Rob

26 CT 2023"