Midland G-300C2 22 Channel 3 Watt GMRS Pair with Codes

Product Description:
22 Channels (7 Frs/gmrs, 7 Frs, 8 Gmrs). 3w Of Power. 38 Privacy Codes. Up To 8-mile Range On Land & Up To 10-mile Range Over Water. Hands-free Operation. Vibrating Alert. Paging/call, Scan & Auto Stealth Squelch Functions. Keypad Lock. External Jacks. Auto Battery Save. Requires 4 Aaa Batteries. Silver/black Finish.

Average customer rating: Poor Range Not worth the money 3 watts and easy to use! 10 miles? I doubt it

Midland G-300C2 22 Channel 3 Watt GMRS Pair with Codes Manufacturer: Midland Consumer Radio ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics All Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics GMRS-FRS Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics Midland | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Accessories: Memorex High Performance AAA Alkaline Batteries, 12 Pack Memorex High Performance AAA Alkaline Battery 4 Pack Memorex High Performance AAA Alkaline Battery 8 Pack Product Features: 22 Channel GMRS with 3Year Warranty 3 Watts for Up to 10 Miles over Water 8 Miles over Land 38 Codes VOX Operation Vibrating Alert/Page Call ASIN: B0000AMK34

Product Description

Midland is a world leader in wireless two-way and weather/hazard alert radios, with an extensive line of land mobile radios, CB, GMRS and FRS radios, MURS radios, weather-monitor alert radios, itinerant radios and a line of quality antennas and accessories.PRODUCT FEATURES: 3 Watts of power; 22 Channels; Up to 10-mile range; 836 Privacy channels; Vibrate Alert; HandsFree operation; Backlit LCD; Water resistant; Works with all FRS/GMRS; Scan feature; Keylock; Roger beep tone; Auto Squelch; Power High/Power Low option; Uses 4 AAA Batteries; Durable Belt Clip; Speaker/Mic/Charger jacks.

Customer Reviews:

Poor Range.......2004-12-06

I've used many brands and styles, non match the advertised range, but Midland is the most misleading in calling these "10 mile" radios. Tested them over open water, the most ideal of conditions for these radios, on "HI power" as the manual describes. They did not even match the range of a $10 Conair 2 mile radio used by a friend. Hi/Lo power made no difference, the controls are functional but you cannot shut of the beeping whenever you press a button. As stated before, the volume is two loud at the lowest setting. Not unusable but very annoying. Not recommended. Buy the cheapest pair of re-chargeable style for kids or everyday use or if you need quality, spend $150 for a decent pair of Motorolas.

Not worth the money.......2004-06-02

I bought the Midway G-300 radios thinking it would be very useful because of the advertised 10-mile range but after some testing I found out that it does not even reach 2 miles maximum power. The FCC regulations require a permit to operate this and other powerful radios, as to prevent abusive uses with it, but I would not waste time and money to apply for this because of the short range (thus limited usage) of this.

The G-300 is good for many short-range outdoor activities, inside stores, etc. The volume can be set loud enough for any purpose (sometimes the minimum is not quiet enough!). I found the vibration mode very useful.

I got this at Staples for $35 after mail-in rebate, which at that price it may be worth the value. Unless you can get a good deal on this I would not recommend this.

3 watts and easy to use!.......2004-04-29

Chose this model because of the 3 watt feature for longer distance. Very easy to use with simple instructions. All settings are saved when turning off (including power level), so they are the same when turning unit back on.
I do agree, the lowest volume is not low enough, but I don't plan on using it in a movie theatre. Very satisfied with this choice for the amount of money paid !!

10 miles? I doubt it.......2004-01-21

I realize that in the real world you're not going to get a 10 mile range like Midland advertises (don't know how they came up with that figure), but I did expect better than the 1.5 mile range that I obtained. The problem could be that the antenna appears to be smaller than on some of the other frs radios I've had experience with. Also, the g300 is more complicated to operate than need be. In order to get access to the 3 watts of power, you have to go through the menu every time you turn the radio on. Then there's the volume control. Lowest volume is not low enough. Sorry, but I can't recommend this radio.

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