President Barry II+ AM/FM CB Radio 4W, 12V/24V, Multistandard, PA & NRC

The President Barry II+ is a versatile, multistandard AM/FM CB mobile radio made in France that covers EU, U, D, PL, and IN country configurations — making it one of the most flexible CB radios for European drivers who cross borders. With 12V/24V dual-voltage compatibility, PA (Public Address) function, NRC, Noise Gate, NB/ANL filters, VOX, Talkback, TOT, front USB charging (5V/2.1A), external VOX mic jack, external speaker jack, S-meter, and programmable emergency channel, the Barry II+ packs a remarkable feature set into a compact, lightweight chassis at an accessible price point.

Key Features

• AM & FM modes across all 40 CB channels
• 4W carrier power (AM & FM)
• Multistandard: EU / U / D / PL / IN country configurations
• 12V & 24V compatible — ideal for cars, vans & HGVs
• PA (Public Address) function with external PA speaker socket
• NRC (Noise Reduction Circuit)
• Noise Gate
• NB (Noise Blanker) & ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) filters
• VOX (Voice Operated Transmission)
• External VOX microphone jack
• Talkback function
• TOT (Time Out Timer)
• S-meter display
• Front USB socket: 5V / 2.1A for device charging
• External loudspeaker jack
• 6-pin front microphone connector
• Manual squelch & ASC (Automatic Squelch Control)
• Channel preselection: 2 channels + programmable emergency channel (EMG)
• Scan Skip
• Roger Beep & Key Beep (switchable)
• P Channels & F/Menu function key
• Mode switch & channel UP/DOWN selector

In the Box

• President Barry II+ CB radio
• Electret microphone with UP/DOWN & microphone support
• Mounting cradle
• Fused power cord
• Screws

Technical Specifications

General

• Channels: 40 | Modes: AM / FM
• Multistandard: EU / U / D / PL / IN
• Frequency: 26.965–27.405 MHz (CB band)
• Power supply: 13.2V / 26.4V DC (12V & 24V compatible)
• Microphone plug: 6-pin (front panel)
• USB: 5V / 2.1A (front panel)

Transmission

• Carrier power: 4W AM / 4W FM
• Frequency allowance: ±200 Hz
• Audio response: 300 Hz–3 kHz
• Microphone sensitivity: 7mV
• Modulation signal distortion: 2%
• Maximum drain: 1.7A @ 13.2V | 0.85A @ 26.4V
• Transmission interference: <4 nW (-54 dBm)
• Emitted power in adjacent channel: <20 μW

Reception

• Sensitivity (20dB SINAD): 0.5 μV / -113 dBm (AM) | 0.35 μV / -116 dBm (FM)
• Maximum audio power: 2.5W
• Adjacent channel selectivity: 60 dB
• Frequency image rejection: 60 dB
• Intermediate frequency rejection: 70 dB
• Squelch sensitivity: min. 0.2 μV / max. 1 mV
• Frequency response: 300 Hz–3 kHz
• Drain: 160–420 mA @ 13.2V | 100–250 mA @ 26.4V

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Barry II+ work in the UK on CB frequencies?
Yes. Set the radio to the EU standard configuration, which covers the UK CB band (27 MHz, 40 channels AM/FM).

Is it legal to use in multiple European countries?
Yes. The multistandard design supports EU, U (UK), D (Germany), PL (Poland), and IN (Italy) configurations, allowing you to switch to the correct standard for each country.

Can I use it in a lorry or HGV?
Absolutely. The 12V/24V dual-voltage compatibility makes it suitable for cars, vans, and heavy goods vehicles.

Do I need a licence to operate a CB radio in the UK?
No. CB radio operation in the UK on the 27 MHz band does not require a licence, provided the radio is type-approved and used within legal power limits.

What antenna connector does the Barry II+ use?
The radio uses a standard PL-259 / SO-239 (UHF) antenna connector, compatible with most CB antennas.

Does it include a microphone?
Yes. An electret microphone with UP/DOWN channel controls is included in the box.

Can I connect an external speaker?
Yes. There is a dedicated external loudspeaker jack on the unit.

What is the TOT (Time Out Timer) function?
TOT automatically cuts transmission after a set period to prevent accidental prolonged broadcasts and protect the radio from overheating.