{"product_id":"jucjet-uv-k1-8-dual-band-ham-radio","title":"JUCJET UV-K1(8) Dual Band Ham Radio | Air Band, NOAA, USB-C","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Pocket Ham Radio That Also Listens to the Sky and the Weather.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe JUCJET UV-K1(8) is a dual band handheld for licensed amateur operators. It transmits on the 2 m and 70 cm amateur bands at up to 5 W, and its wideband receiver covers 50–600 MHz, including the AM air band, FM broadcast radio and NOAA weather channels. 200 channels sit on 2 MB of flash memory, each with a name you can edit. Factory-direct, sold and supported by JUCJET.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠️ Transmitting on amateur frequencies requires a valid amateur radio licence in your country. Air band and weather reception is listen-only; check local rules before you monitor.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Sets It Apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50–600 MHz wideband receive\u003c\/strong\u003e — follow the AM air band (108–136 MHz, listen only), FM broadcast radio (76–108 MHz, 20 presets) and 10 NOAA weather channels, with rated FM sensitivity of −123 dBm across 136–470 MHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual band amateur transmit, up to 5 W\u003c\/strong\u003e — High \/ Mid \/ Low power selectable. The US version transmits on 144–148 \/ 420–450 MHz, the EU\/UK version on 144–146 \/ 430–440 MHz. An amateur radio licence is required to transmit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuick setup without a PC\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in frequency meter reads a nearby radio's frequency and CTCSS\/DCS code so you can store it, and wireless replication clones channels from one UV-K1(8) to another. PC programming via the USB-C port is also supported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e200 channels on 2 MB flash\u003c\/strong\u003e — edit channel names in English or Chinese, set your own power-on picture, and use CTCSS\/DCS, DTMF, 1750 Hz tone, VOX, cross-band operation, multi-scan and keypad lock on a 1.44-inch display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo battery sizes\u003c\/strong\u003e — Standard 1400 mAh (100.8 × 56.7 × 33.8 mm, 210 g) or Large 2500 mAh (123 × 56.7 × 35.8 mm, 270 g). Charge in the desktop base or by USB-C; the Large battery also has its own USB-C port. A torch is built into the top.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA Screen You Can Read\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-10-aplus-color-screen.jpg?v=1790509109\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) readable screen with left\/right navigation keys\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e1.44-inch display with left\/right navigation keys. Show channels by number, frequency or name.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Than a Two-Band Radio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-11-aplus-multi-band.jpg?v=1790509116\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) VHF\/UHF, air band receive, NOAA weather and FM radio\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTransmit on VHF\/UHF amateur bands; receive the AM air band, NOAA weather and FM broadcast radio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-04-gallery-airband.jpg?v=1790509065\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) receives AM aviation band and FM broadcast radio\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAir band reception is AM, 108–136 MHz, listen only. FM radio uses wide FM with 20 station presets.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for Ham Radio Explorers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-12-aplus-ham-explorers.jpg?v=1790509123\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) wide receive coverage with amateur-band transmitting for licensed users\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eReceive 50–600 MHz. Transmit only on amateur bands, and only where your licence allows.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-05-gallery-screen.jpg?v=1790509072\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) 1.44-inch color LCD with English\/Chinese input and editable channel names\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eChannel names in English or Chinese, plus a power-on picture you set yourself.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCharge It Your Way\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-14-aplus-charging.jpg?v=1790509136\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) charges on the desktop dock or via USB-C from a power bank\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe desktop base is the everyday charger; USB-C tops up from a power bank, laptop or car adapter. USB-C cable not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-15-aplus-1400mah.jpg?v=1790509143\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) standard version with 1400mAh battery and desktop charging base\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStandard version: 1400 mAh battery, 100.8 × 56.7 × 33.8 mm, 210 g.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-16-aplus-2500mah.jpg?v=1790509150\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) large version with 2500mAh battery, Type-C interface and desktop charger\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eLarge version: 2500 mAh battery with its own USB-C port, 123 × 56.7 × 35.8 mm, 270 g.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eEverything in Reach\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-08-gallery-front-back.jpg?v=1790509094\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) front and back views with ports and controls labeled\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAntenna, torch, PTT, two side keys, display, keypad, USB-C programming\/charging port and headset port.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-13-aplus-accessory-kit.jpg?v=1790509129\" alt=\"JUCJET UV-K1(8) radio with its accessories laid out\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhoto shows a full accessory layout. See In the Box below for what ships with the radio.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransmit — US version: 144–148 MHz \/ 420–450 MHz; EU\/UK version: 144–146 MHz \/ 430–440 MHz (amateur bands — licence required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput power: up to 5 W, High \/ Mid \/ Low selectable; transmit current ≤1.5 A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive: 50–76 and 108–600 MHz FM; 76–108 MHz wide FM (broadcast); 108–136 MHz AM (air band)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReceive sensitivity (FM, 12 dB SINAD): −123 dBm at 136–470 MHz; −121 dBm at 50–76, 108–136 and 470–600 MHz; AM (10 dB S\/N) −113 dBm; wide FM (20 dB SINAD) −110 dBm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannels: 200 memory channels, 10 NOAA weather channels, 20 FM radio presets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory: 2 MB flash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChannel spacing: 25 kHz \/ 12.5 kHz (wide \/ narrow)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency stability: ±1 ppm; antenna impedance: 50 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudio output: ≥0.5 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisplay: 1.44-inch LCD; editable channel names (English\/Chinese input); custom power-on picture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery: 1400 mAh (Standard) or 2500 mAh (Large)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize and weight: Standard 100.8 × 56.7 × 33.8 mm, 210 g; Large 123 × 56.7 × 35.8 mm, 270 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharging: desktop charging base; USB-C on the radio; Large battery adds its own USB-C port\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgramming: keypad, frequency meter, wireless replication between UV-K1(8) radios, PC software via USB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorking temperature: −20 °C to 60 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUV-K1(8) radio ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery ×1 (1400 mAh or 2500 mAh, depending on the version you choose)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesktop charging base ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntenna ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelt clip ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand strap ×1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome photos show extra accessories, such as a programming cable or a second antenna. These are not included; the list above is what ships. Headset, speaker-microphone and USB-C cable are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a licence?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, to transmit. The UV-K1(8) transmits only on amateur bands, and using them requires an amateur radio licence from your national regulator. It is not a licence-free PMR446 or FRS radio; if you need one of those, see our licence-free models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich transmit bands will my radio have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe US version transmits on 144–148 and 420–450 MHz. The EU\/UK version transmits on 144–146 and 430–440 MHz. Both receive 50–600 MHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I transmit on the air band?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Air band reception (108–136 MHz AM) is listen-only. Rules on monitoring aviation traffic differ by country, so check yours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes NOAA weather work outside North America?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 10 NOAA channels receive US and Canadian weather broadcasts. Elsewhere those channels are usually silent; FM radio and the rest of the receiver work as normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard or Large battery?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1400 mAh Standard version is the smallest and lightest (210 g). The 2500 mAh Large version is 22 mm taller and 60 g heavier, runs longer between charges, and its battery can be charged on its own through a USB-C port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I program it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the keypad and menu; by reading a nearby radio with the frequency meter; by cloning another UV-K1(8) wirelessly; or from a PC through the USB-C port. A USB-C data cable is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow far can it talk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe specification gives no range figure, so we do not quote one. With up to 5 W on 2 m \/ 70 cm, the longest range comes in open, unobstructed line of sight; buildings, trees and hills shorten it, and a local repeater extends it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"JUCJET","offers":[{"title":"Standard 1400mAh","offer_id":67587989045558,"sku":"JJ-UVK18-STD","price":39.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large 2500mAh","offer_id":67587989176630,"sku":"JJ-UVK18-LRG","price":48.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/1032\/8630\/files\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-01-main-kit_4f088ead-7bc0-4bb1-9844-4883e880db71.jpg?v=1790509253","url":"https:\/\/www.jucjet.com\/products\/jucjet-uv-k1-8-dual-band-ham-radio","provider":"JUCJET","version":"1.0","type":"link"}