Mountain Radio EU Information
What is the range of the Mountain Radio EU?
The Mountain Radio EU transmits the maximum power legally allowed for PMR446 radios at 0.5 watts. The maximum line-of-sight range is around 40 kilometers; however, 1 to 5 kilometers is more typical in backcountry terrain.When transmitting, it's impor
What is the battery life of the Mountain Radio EU?
The Mountain Radio EU has a specialized rechargeable, cold-resistant lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 1550 mAh.Battery life is dependent on how frequently the radio transmits and receives. With normal usage, the battery can be expected to last
Do I need a license to use the Mountain Radio EU?
The Mountain Radio EU operates on license-free frequencies for PMR446, and no license is necessary.
Mountain Radio EU User Manual
Check out the Mountain Radio User Manual for more detailed information. The table of contents is hyperlinked for quick and easy access!.
How can I connect my Mountain Radio EU with other radios?
The Mountain Radio EU can connect with other PMR446 radios using channels 1 through 16. The most important thing to remember is to match both the channel and privacy code (also known as a subchannel) on the radios. For a recap on how to select your p
What frequencies does the Mountain Radio EU transmit and receive?
The Mountain Radio EU transmits on the 16 standard PMR446 frequencies, ranging from 446.00625 to 446.19375 MHz. These frequencies are part of the Ultra High Frequency band (UHF). Check out the user manual for a breakdown of the frequency used for eac
Recommended sports for the Mountain Radio EU
We designed our award-winning Mountain Radio with climbers and backcountry skiers in mind, but they have proven popular for a wide range of activities, from camping and hiking to mountain biking. The compact design makes the radio a great choice for
Is the Mountain Radio EU waterproof?
The Mountain Radio EU has an IP56 rating (snowproof and splashproof), which will have you covered in light rain or wet spring skiing. If your activity requires greater waterproofing, we recommend our Waterproof Hand Mic attachment, which is rated IP6
Does the Mountain Radio EU have VOX (voice activation)?
Our team tested VOX (voice activation) extensively, both when developing the Mountain Radio and testing other radios, but were unable to achieve a level of reliability that we thought was needed for backcountry communication. Oftentimes, VOX will be
Can I use a different charger to charge my radio?
The Mountain Radio EU is compatible with nearly all certified USB-C chargers. A USB-A to USB-C charging cable is included with every radio. You can use charging blocks and chargers from your other devices, such as phone or laptop chargers, power bank
What headset or external mic can I use with the Mountain Radio EU?
The radio uses a standard Kenwood K1-type port (dual pin 3.5 mm-2.5 mm) and can be used with most other K1-type headsets and external mics. We offer our Waterproof Hand Mic as an attachment for the Mountain Radio. We've included a photo of a K1 conne
How do I use privacy codes on the Mountain Radio EU?
Privacy codes (also known as sub-channels) are used to filter out unwanted transmissions from other radio users in the area, so you only hear your partners. The radio has 121 privacy codes and 16 unique frequencies, giving you thousands of options to
Is the Mountain Radio EU programmable?
As a license-free radio, the Mountain Radio EU is not programmable and is limited to the 16 designated frequencies for PMR446 radios. You can see a full list of all frequencies here.
My radio is on but won’t transmit.
Check the battery life of your radio by single-pressing the power button. In order to protect the battery, the radio will not transmit and only receive transmissions if the charge drops below 15%. If your battery is low, please recharge and give it a
Does the Mountain Radio EU have a roger beep?
The Mountain Radio EU does not have a traditional roger beep or squelch tail punctuating the end of a transmission. Instead, our team opted to include a TX Beep function that plays only for the transmitter. If you're wearing thick gloves for skiing,
Will the Mountain Radio EU work with the original Mountain Radio?
Radio frequencies and wattage limitations are regulated differently from country to country. Our original Mountain Radio was developed for use in the United States and Canada and uses a set of frequencies that are not compatible with the Mountain Rad