Wouxun KG-UVD1P/440

[KB3SKU]

Hi all im thinking about getting the Wouxun KG-UVD1P/440 but a couple of questions first.

What accessories will i need to do Satellite stuff with it? can yas provide links?

Where can i buy the radio so it comes with the USB programming cable included? Ive read on some places and here on this site that people got theirs with it included. And if possible for under $130?

is Cheapham reliable?

Thank you in advance for the help.

 

[Moleculo]

Wouxun.us and cheapham are both good. You can also buy them on ebay. Here's one that has the USB cable and an extra battery for $125:

Wouxun KG-UVD1P + USB cable + 1.7A Extra Spare Battery - eBay (item 130481575469 end time Feb-07-11 17:43:14 PST)

While it's not absolutely necessary, working the satellites with a handheld is much easier with a dual band yagi antenna like the arrow antenna:
Arrow Antenna's Arrow II Antennas

You will need an SMA adapter that works with that radio for most external antennas. The Arrow anntenna has a BNC connector, so this is the one you need: SMA Female to BNC Female Adapter WOUXUN, PUXING Radios - eBay (item 250726588816 end time Feb-11-11 19:06:14 PST)

 

[KB3SKU]

Thank you