Overview
The Anytone AT-778UV is a dual-band VHF/UHF mobile transceiver designed for amateur radio operators. It operates on the 136–174 MHz (VHF) and 400–490 MHz (UHF) bands, offering reliable two-way communication for both ham radio and commercial use (depending on firmware version).
Power Output
This transceiver provides selectable power levels — typically 25 W, 15 W, and 5 W. These adjustable settings allow users to manage power efficiency, heat, and battery draw when operating from a 12 V vehicle power system.
Channel Capacity
The AT-778UV supports 200–250 programmable memory channels, making it versatile for storing repeaters, simplex frequencies, and emergency channels. Channel naming and scanning functions simplify navigation during mobile operation.
Display and Design
It features a color TFT LCD display with 180-degree rotation, allowing flexible mounting in various vehicles. The metal chassis and integrated cooling system improve durability and heat dissipation, especially during extended transmission periods.
Signaling and Features
Key functions include CTCSS/DCS, DTMF encoding/decoding, 2-tone/5-tone signaling, and ANI/PTT ID. These options make it suitable for both amateur repeaters and commercial communication networks, enhancing identification and access control.
Software and Programming
Users often mention programming challenges, particularly with USB cable drivers and COM port errors on newer Windows systems. The Anytone programming software or CHIRP can be used, but compatibility varies depending on firmware version.
Dual Watch
Some people hate Dual Watch, but this is mainly because they do not understand it. I think this radio does dual watch better than most and the reason is:
- There is a sperate signal meter per zone making it clear which one you are listening to. I wish all radio’s did this.
- When Dual Watch is on, you can see both the A band and B band, but when it is off, you can only see one band on the screen. Again, I wish all radio’s did this.
- It says clearly on the bottom of the screen if you are on A or B band. I really wish all radio’s did this.
If you are not sure what Dual watch is, then have a look at this video. It is great when you are listening, but not talking to anyone and the repeaters are a bit quiet.
Mic Gain
I had a few mic gain issues my my radio. Some have drilled holes in the microphone to fix this, but before you do this, it might pay to watch the following video.
Summary
Most owners praise its value for money, build quality, and audio clarity. Common complaints include menu complexity, occasional freezing, and scan delays. Overall, it’s regarded as a solid budget mobile ham radio with a rich feature set.
I do love how you can change the display on this radio and re-program the buttons. The following video with help you with this and show you what I mean.
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