Radioddity CS-47 Small CB Radio, AM/FM, 40-Channel, One Hander Microhone Built-in Speaker Noise Reduction, Large 7-Color Backlit LCD Display, VOX, RF Gain Long-Range for Offroad, Trucker, Backcountry

I am not able to get this to work, but it looks like a cool piece, Im not sure if mine is defective or its just not a good quality item

Ive had many radios from radioddity, and I havent been disappointed in either quality of product or product support. This is actually my first production CB radio thats newer than 20 years old! Ive owned many hand-me-downs and I really enjoy the efficiency of space and ease of use with this radio! Very simple to setup and put to use with the addition of a designated CB antenna. Not much of a power draw because the output is rated at 4 watts so you can simply plug into your lighter port and get on the air. For a cost effective option to get on FM CB this is really a great option!

The CS-47 by Radioddity is a solid, competent, CB transceiver.... Full-featured, with 40 AM channels, newly-FCC-authorized FM channels, squelch, and RF gain. The radio is made tight-space friendly, thanks to its unique spin on the traditional two-piece design. The guts of this radio live in a small box- not much bigger than a standard deck of playing cards... not much heavier, either- which can easily be mounted under the dash, under a seat... or even between a seat, and the center console. The radios controls, and speaker, are all conveniently located in the mic housing- giving you fingertip control of the radio... literally! Installation of the radio is pretty straight forward: Find a suitable location to mount the head unit (hardware, included), connect the red and black power leads to 12-volts- positive, and ground- respectively, plug in an antenna, and plug in the mic/control unit. In operation, this CB outputs the same 4-watts of power as an analog radio, with transmission that is strong and clear, and reception range that is equally impressive. The built-in speaker (on the mic/control/handset is rather small... imparting a somewhat tinny sound. However, there is a jack on the back of the head unit, allowing for the connection of an external speaker. While the external output isnt super-powerful, it does allow for use of a slightly larger speaker- improving sound quality. Technically functioning like an export radio, the CS-47 is easily switchable (single button press) between AM and FM operation. There is also a sequence of button presses that will enable the user to select frequency bands. In addition to the conventional squelch and gain controls, the radio features quiet codes- CTCSS, and DCS functionality. Anyone who has used FMRS or GMRS radio equipment knows how useful those systems can be... especially when trying to avoid irrelevant radio traffic. Unfortunately, the CTCSS and DCS functions are only truly useful, if the station you want to hear from is using a radio capable of CTCSS/DCS operation, as well. Having all function controls available on the mic/handset is at once, both convenient, and bothersome. Every control is within easy reach... but the mic is also a jumble of buttons... and selecting certain features may require a short press, a long press, or a combination of button presses- not always easy to remember. All, in all, the CS-47 is a good radio, well- equipped to serve in the modern era of CB. In truth, the only thing keeping this radio from being excellent, is the lack of SSB operation.

This device is very small and compact. Havent been able to use it yet. Had to order antennae. Have to get back to you with how it works.

very easy to use and has a very user friendly interface. do not like that it did not come with an antenna. other than that it is a great unit with clear audio. the buttons on the unit are very responsive.

This is a neat little compact CB radio that will be easy to install in cramped vehicle cabins. If you are having trouble finding a place to mount a more traditional CB radio, this could be the answer. Menu operation takes a minute to get accustomed to, but once you are familiar with it, cha going settings will be easy. The display shows coded menu options, so keep the instruction manual close so you can refer to it when changing settings. The main body of the radio is tiny and can almost fit in the palm of your hand. The mic uses what appears to be a CAT5 cable jack, so you might be able to use a cable extension (not a crossover cable) if you need more length in order to mount the unit under a seat or behind a dashboard panel. It came with a microphone bracket, main unit mounting bracket, mounting screws, thumb screws and rubber washers to go between the unit and the bracket. It also has a spare fuse. All of the controls are on the microphone head, and you can choose between red, blue, green, yellow, cyan and white backlight colors. This is a cool feature and will let you choose a color that makes viewing easier, or one that matches your interior trim color. This is a modern CB that has both AM and FM modulation, so it can make use of the new FCC rule changes that allow FM use on the CB band. Additionally, it has CTCSS and DCS squelch options to help mitigate interference in crowded band conditions. The sound is quite good for such a small speaker. The radio does have an external speaker jack in case you want a bigger speaker. The regular audio squelch is a 2 step process to adjust it, so that isnt as convenient as turning a knob, but thats a necessary compromise to get this tiny form factor. If you are using this for mounting in aJeep or other 4X4 for trail communications, I think you will really enjoy the FM capability and the CTCSS/DCS features. It will function much like a GMRS radio when used in FM mode, but without having to get a license. And you will still be able to use AM and communicate with older CBs. It does not have SSB, but its not really intended for that type of operation anyway. Overall I think its a solid choice for a super compact CB radio with FM capability.

Great CB radio to listen for emergencies or talk to your friends who have one.

Always wanted to get a CB since I was a kid in the 70s when CBs were all the rage. This is a very compact yet capable 40-channel CB - good value for the money. For home use you would need a 13.2 volt power supply (I already had one) that can handle a few amps of current. I just needed to purchase a CB antenna which I did. I did not do a SWR test/calibration which everyone should do for maximum performance - I just didnt have the time but will do so soon. Nevertheless, I connected the antenna and reception was good from my apartment window - I suspect reception would even be better outdoors in a mobile setup (there is an under dash mounting bracket supplied). Transmission clarity was good as I talked to several CBers and they heard loud and clear from about 2-5 miles away - not bad from a basement apartment window! All functions are done via the mic PTT handset. Tried several channels and it seems to work well across several channels. This unit requires some getting used to as there are many functions available from the handset, so there is a learning curve to access special functions. Good value for the money and a good starter CB for home or mobile use.

Im no electrical engineer, but with just two wires (hot & ground), this really shouldnt be that hard to figure out. Connect the wires: Red-to-Red; Black-to-Black; connect an antenna... and nothing. I mean Ive built full computer systems from scratch. This should be cake. Check the fuse. Nope Replace the fuse. Nope Check the power source. Nope It could be I happened to get a radio that was DOA or it could be that there is something wrong with my installation. I cant honestly say. The radio comes with an instruction manual on how to use the radio once its working, but no information on how to properly install it or the best type of antenna to use. Given this is my first CB radio, I will give it the benefit of the doubt that there is something I am missing, but troubleshooting would be easier if the instructions were a bit more thorough. Beyond that, the radio seems well built. The body is quite compact - easy to fit into any vehicle or small space - and it feels quite solid. The handpiece is comfortable and the buttons are well placed with a responsive feel. If I could get the thing to work, I imagine it would be a decent CB radio. I would likely give it at least four stars if I was actually able to use it. Its too bad installation hasnt been as user friendly as I thought it would be.

very small and compact . fits in center console of my tacoma . works great as a backup for my gmrs radio when i am off road.