ALINCO DR-MD500T Dual Band DMR Mobile
Discover the Alinco DR-MD500T, a versatile Dual Band DMR mobile radio engineered for both professional and amateur radio enthusiasts. This transceiver features a vibrant Color LCD Display and delivers impressive performance with 55W output on VHF and 40W on UHF. It supports an extensive 4000 memory channels and offers seamless operation in both Digital and Analog modes with mixed mode capabilities. Experience exceptional clarity with the AMBE+2 vocoder, ensuring reliable communication in any environment, complemented by a powerful 2W speaker for loud, crisp audio.
$379.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
271
/ 302
#271 in Two-Way Radios
Price vs Category Average
-24%
Below average
Output Power
5540
/ W (VHF) / W (UHF)
Who it's for
- True Dual Band Operation
- Robust Power Output
- Extensive Memory and Contact List
Who should skip it
- Steep Learning Curve for Programming
- Small Display Screen
- Missing Integrated GPS/APRS
Key Specs
Output Power
55W (VHF) / 40W (UHF)
Memory Channels
4000 channels, 250 zones
Digital Contact List Capacity
300,000 entries
Digital Modes
DMR Tier I and Tier II supported
Audio Output Power
2W
Encryption
AES 256bit (Digital mode)
Display
Large 1.77" LCD Display
Certification
FCC Part 90 Certified
Features
- Dual Band DMR operation (VHF/UHF)
- Crystal clear digital audio with AMBE+2 vocoder
- Supports 4000 memory channels
- Mixed Digital and Analog modes
- Powerful 55W VHF / 40W UHF output
- AES 256-bit encryption for security
- Automatic Repeater Roaming
- Loud 2W audio output
What customers say
Users highly value the ALINCO DR-MD500T for its robust build quality and bright, readable color display, making it excellent for mobile use. Performance is frequently praised, noting strong receiver sensitivity and clear audio in both analog and digital modes. The primary drawback centers on the Digital Mobile Radio programming complexity. Many operators find the Customer Programming Software unintuitive, requiring significant time and technical skill to configure talk groups and repeaters effectively. While the hardware is reliable, the steep learning curve for initial setup dampens ease of use scores for newcomers. Experienced users ultimately find it a powerful unit offering substantial features for the price.
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