Testing "Broken" Amazon Return Ham Radios! (Retevis RT95 #17)

Is the Retevis RT95 (AnyTone AT-778UV) actually worth the money, or are these Amazon Returns for a reason? Today, I’m digging into another "broken" RT95 mobile radio to see if they are actually defective or just misunderstood. In this video, we perform a full bench test using the Surecom SW102, a 100W dummy load, and compare the power output against an ICOM ID-880H. We find some interesting "witness marks" from the previous owner (looking at you, Brandon!) and discover the truth about the 25-watt power claim. What we cover: 👉 Power Testing: Does it actually hit 25W on VHF/UHF? 👉 Chirp Programming: Fixing band plan issues and permission errors in Linux. 👉 Factory Resets: How to fix the "Error Mode" on the VM button. 👉 The "Amazon Return" Gamble: What actually comes in the box? Whether you call it a Retevis, an AnyTone, or a CRT Micron, this radio is a staple for budget-conscious hams. But does 16 Watts on 2-meters make it a deal-breaker? You decide. GET THE GEAR: 👉 Retevis RT95 (or any other gear I have for sale): https://temporarilyoffline.com/blogs/... 👉 Surecom SW-102: https://geni.us/IAKUo 👉 Surecom SW-102 Case: https://geni.us/RYRBl 👉 Shari Pi Hat: https://kits4hams.com/shari-pihat 👉 Baofeng Mini: https://geni.us/C0FRgFe 👉 100w Dummy Load: https://geni.us/eTZ18Uh 👉 Dabbsson Power Station: https://geni.us/MFxgHY #HamRadio #RetevisRT95 #AmazonReturns #RadioRepair #AmateurRadio #KM9G #AnyTone ❤️ Get My Free Newsletter: https://temporarilyoffline.com/pages/... 🚐 If you like RV Videos, Check out my RV Channel:    / @livingforalivingrv   Click the 👍 Like Button, 🤡 Leave a Comment, ❤️ Subscribe 👉 Support The Channel 👈 ❤️ Patreon:   / temporarilyoffline   📺 Youtube Memberships: https://www.youtube.com/temporarilyof... 💸 Tip Jar: https://paypal.me/temporarilyoffline 🛒 Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/shop/temporari... 📻 Use Code TO15 for $15 off at Radioddity: https://www.radioddity.com/?ref=bpajyqft 🖍️ How I make my Thumbnails: https://partner.canva.com/c/3622632/6... 👉 Fun Stuff 👈 🫵 We want YOU on TOADs Discord:   / discord   🕊️ Twitter:   / kilomike9golf   😸 Github: https://github.com/TemporarilyOffline Where possible, all links are affiliate links, this youtube thing is an expensive endeavor and every little bit helps. #17