5 by 9 Share definition Flag RS report in ham radio. 5 means strong signal and 9 means good audio quality. Equivalent to "I can hear you loud and clear". ... roger roger, I can hear you 5 by 9. Good luck in the contest and 73. 5 by 9 by OK9NJA January 20, 2020 0 0 Get merch Get the 5 by 9 mug. Buy Now — $32.95 See more merch