JUCJET 88E Support: Manual, Software, Channels & Range

Support page for the JUCJET 88E PMR446 walkie talkie: quick start, the 16-channel frequency table, realistic range, software download and the questions we are asked most often. Different model? See the Support overview or the Download Centre.

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Quick start

  1. Charge first. The 88E has a rechargeable battery. Charge every radio fully before the first trip; charging details and the indicator are explained in the user manual.
  2. Switch on and choose a channel. Radios from the same 88E set are made to talk to each other out of the box – the 88E is our “nothing to configure” family set. If two radios cannot hear each other, check that both are on the same channel (table below).
  3. Talk. Press and hold the PTT (push-to-talk) button, wait half a second, then speak; release to listen. The short pause stops the first syllable being cut off, which is often mistaken for a weak signal.
  4. Flashlight. The 88E has a built-in flashlight for the tent or the walk back to the car.
  5. Everything else is in the user manual. If you no longer have it, email ka@jucjet.com with “88E manual” in the subject line.

Channels & frequencies

The 88E is a 16-channel PMR446 radio. PMR446 is the harmonised European licence-free band between 446.0 and 446.2 MHz: 16 analogue channels, 12.5 kHz apart, starting at 446.00625 MHz. Every PMR446 radio of every brand uses exactly these frequencies – which is why different brands can talk to each other.

Channel Frequency (MHz)
1 446.00625
2 446.01875
3 446.03125
4 446.04375
5 446.05625
6 446.06875
7 446.08125
8 446.09375
9 446.10625
10 446.11875
11 446.13125
12 446.14375
13 446.15625
14 446.16875
15 446.18125
16 446.19375
Two radios only hear each other when they are on the same channel and use the same sub-audio setting (a CTCSS or DCS “privacy code”, or no code on both). A CTCSS/DCS code is not encryption: it only keeps your speaker quiet until a matching tone arrives; anyone on the same channel without a code still hears you. To see whether and how a code is set on your 88E, check the user manual or the programming software.

Range: what to expect

Range is set by physics and by law, not by the brand: PMR446 limits every licence-free radio in Europe to 0.5 W ERP with a fixed antenna, so no PMR446 radio – the 88E included – has a legal advantage in range. What matters is the terrain and whether the two antennas can “see” each other:

  • Town or city, buildings in between: 300 m – 1.5 km
  • Campsite, park, suburb: about 0.5 – 2 km – plan on 1–2 km for the 88E at a campsite
  • Open flat ground, beach, field: 1 – 3 km
  • Hilltop to hilltop with nothing in between: 10 km+

The “5 km” on some of our older 88E packaging describes that hilltop-to-hilltop case, not a town. Getting higher and holding the antenna vertical and away from your body add more range than any hardware change. Full explanation, terrain table and tips: How far do PMR446 walkie talkies really reach?

Software & manual

FAQ

Do I need a licence to use the 88E?
No. Within the EU the 88E works on PMR446, which is licence-free: you can use it straight away. It is licence-free in the UK as well.
Can the 88E talk to walkie talkies from other brands?
Yes. Any PMR446 radio can talk to any other, as long as both are on the same channel and use the same CTCSS/DCS code (or no code on both). If the other radio only shows its frequency, use the table above.
Is the 88E suitable for children?
Yes. One-button push-to-talk, no SIM card, internet or mobile signal needed – made so kids can play freely while parents stay in touch. Sold as 2-, 4- and 6-packs, so the whole family is on one channel.
Can I use the 88E in the UK or the USA?
In the UK, yes – PMR446 is licence-free there too. In the USA, no: the PMR446 frequencies are not open for this use there; you need an FRS radio instead. Please do not use the 88E in the USA.
Which headset or earpiece fits the 88E?
The 88E uses a standard 2-pin connector. Our braided headset with PTT (2-/5-pack) and our 6-pack acoustic-tube earpiece are both 2-pin and list the 88E as compatible. Every 88E set currently includes a free 2-pack braided headset – see Accessories below.
I cannot find my model or the software – what now?
Email ka@jucjet.com with the model name printed on the radio and what you need (manual, software, spare part); we will point you to the right file.
What if my 88E stops working?
Every 88E comes with a 2-year manufacturer warranty and 30-day returns. Email ka@jucjet.com with your order number and a short description of the problem.

Accessories for the 88E

Spare parts and add-ons for the 88E:

Braided headset with PTT, 2-pin (2-pack / 5-pack)Free 2-pack with every 88E set: add it to your cart, it is free at checkout. Acoustic-tube earpiece with mic & PTT, 2-pin (6-pack)Discreet in-ear style; compatible with the 88E. Speaker microphone with PTT (1-pack / 2-pack)Clip-on hand mic with 360° clip; check the compatibility list on the product page. USB programming cable, 2-pinNeeded for the Windows programming software above.

Still stuck? Write to ka@jucjet.com with your model and the problem.