Review Ailunce HA1G

General Description

The Ailunce HA1G is a 250 channel GMRS handheld with 30 pre-programmed GMRS channels and 220 user programmable channels. It is IP67 Waterproof rated with USB Type C charging capability.

Features include

   Zones - Up to 16 zones can be created
   Scanning - of channels within selected zones
   NOAA - Weather Channels
   Commercial FM Radio

   Upgradable Firmware - Radio can be upgraded on demand

In the Box

The HA1G comes with the following:
- Ailunce HA1G Handheld
- Charger
- USB C charging Cable
- AC to USB Adapter
- 2800 mAh Li-Po Battery
- Antenna 5.25"
- Belt Clip
- Lanyard
- User Manual (16 page)

FCC ID: 2A3OOHA1G

Enclosure

The HA1G weighs in at 11.9oz (.34 kg)
Case size is 5.75" (H) x 1.5" (D) x 2.5 (W)" (146 x 38 x 64 mm)

The keypad functions include MENU/EXIT, Scan, Key Lock along with various menu selections.

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The red button on the top is used for sending an alarm signal.
Along with the antenna and volume control is the channel / menu selector.

Below the PTT switch on the side of the radio are 2 programmable keys.
They can be set to the possible functions:
- Power Level
- Scan
- Radio
- TX/RX Freq Reverse (Talk Around)
- Monitor (open Squelch)
- Zone Plus / Minus
- Emergency Start / Stop

Antenna

The antenna is currently fixed, however, it can be removed using a small Torx screwdriver. Lifting the rubber ring at the base of the antenna exposes the small set screw. This allows the antenna to be removed if upgrading the antenna is desired. The connector on the radio is an SMA female.

The included antenna sweeps extremely well on the GMRS frequencies with an SWR of 1.6:1 through the GMRS band (462-462MHz).

Transmitter

There are 3 audio level settings (Low, Normal, High). When set to Normal, the audio quality is very good when speaking about 1" across the front of the radio.

Power levels were right at the advertised rating of 4.9W with 0.5W on the shared FRS channels. The power levels below were taken a calibrated Bird Wattmeter.

HA1G	High	Low
GMRS	4.9	0.5

Receiver

- Receiver sensitivity is very good with plenty of loud audio. A press of the side button activates the FM broadcast radio which stays active until activity is detected on the main channel. When the received signal disappears, the FM broadcast station will return after 3 seconds.

- A Long Press of the scan key activates the scan mode with a speed of approximately 5 channels per second.

- There a 16 Zone options with 16 channels permitted in each zone. These zones can be selected and scanned individually. This is useful when traveling and when scanning NOAA weather channels.

Display

The HA1G has a 1.77" LCD. The display supports up to 12 character channel names.
The active channel can be displayed as either full screen or channel A/B split. Here are display.

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Programming

The HA1G can be programmed either manually using the menu options or with the Factory Software.

Programming Cable

The required cable (not included) uses a CH340 UART chip in the USB connector. The proper drivers for this cable should load automatically.
The cover plate provides a waterproof seal. (IP67 rating).The connector is a Motorola style connector and is the same cable as used with the HD1 and RT47 Retevis/Ailunce handhelds.

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Batteries

The Li-ion 7.4v battery is rated at a solid 2800mAh and includes a USB-C type charging port with a Red/Green charging indicator on the battery case.

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Charger

Also included is a traditional stand charger that uses the same USB cable. The charge indicator shows Red while charging and Green when charge complete.

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Frequency Range

The HA1G has 250 channel capability. Channels 1-30 are fixed GMRS frequencies, while channels 31-250 can be users programmed. The software for these radios can be found at the Ailunce Support Site.

Channels
1-7 15-30	GMRS Wide / Narrow	Hi / Low Power
8-14	GMRS Narrowband	Low Power
31-250	Programmable (see below)

Channels 31-250:
- GMRS TX / RX
- 136-174 400-480 MHz (RX Only)

In Summary

The Ailunce HA1G is a solidly built handheld with a full 5W GMRS transmit. I've had a chance to use the HA1G on several occasions with excellent results. The addition of the 16 Zone option is a major plus. The upgradable firmware assures you of the latest features.

Available on Amazon:
HA1G Handheld only
HA1G w/Spkr/Micr