Category: Electronics
Vendor: Up to a 2-mile range 14 family radio service (FRS) channels 38 subcodes per channel--up to 532 frequency combinations 5 distinc
Product Description : Amazon.com ReviewMotorola is famous for its great FRS radios, and its Talkabout FR-60 offers perhaps the best combination of price and performance we've seen. The FR-60 communicates on all 14 FRS channels and also has 38 sub-codes (also known as privacy codes) per channel, so it usually isn't too tough to find an open channel in a crowded place. It also offers great sound clarity and a range that met or exceeded that of any other FRS radio we've tested. The dark blue device is solidly constructed, and although it isn't the smallest FRS radio on the market, it is very comfortable to hold. The large transmit button on the side is rubber-coated and easy to press when you need to talk, but difficult to press by accident. A small red LED lights up on the top when you are transmitting, so you can always tell if the device is working. A bullet-shaped knob on the top is used to turn the radio on and adjust the volume, and the small rubber antenna bends a bit and therefore is unlikely to snap off if you drop the radio. There's a menu key that's used in conjunction with up/down arrows to select channels and choose a call tone. The FR-60 has five of these tones, which can be used to call other people on your same channel by transmitting a short series of beeps and chirps that alert the other people in your party that you are about to speak. The FR-60 was a joy to use, providing great sound quality throughout the volume range. We never achieved the two-mile maximum range Motorola advertises, but then again, no FRS radio will unless you are using it on a large body of water or across an enormous empty field. Suffice it to say the FR-60's real-world performance was right up there with the best of them, and even though two of the radios are fairly costly, it's still a great value if you need the features it offers. --T. Byrl Baker Pros:Supports all 14 FRS channels and 38 sub-codes per channel Excellent range and sound quality Quality construction Cons:Bulkier than some FRS radios we've tested Amazon.com Product Description : Recently, the FCC allocated the family radio service (FRS) band to consumers. Its frequency range of 462.5625 MHz to 467.7125 MHz permits the manufacturing of personal two-way radios with a range of up to 2 miles. The Motorola FR50 two-way radio uses the FRS band to help you keep in contact with family or friends. It's ideal for use when you're running errands and enjoying outdoor activities, and it lets you talk to anyone for free. Communicate between cars traveling in a group, or from base camp to canoe. With 14-channel operation, you can easily switch among different channels for the clearest line of communication. And operating the FR50 couldn't be easier--just push a button to talk and release to listen.Its light (8-ounce) but sturdy body is designed to absorb minor impacts, and it features five individual call tones to notify you of incoming calls. The 2-mile range depends upon terrain and conditions. You can place an outgoing call with the press of a button. An enhanced backlit LCD screen apprises you of the radio's current settings and functions. It also has an accessory-ready jack for headphones and microphone. Powered by three AA batteries (not included), the FR50 has up to 20 hours of standby battery life. To enjoy all the ease and fun of FRS connectivity, you'll need to have at least a pair of two-way radios.
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