Motorola T5720 GMRS/FRS 2-Way Radio (Pair, AA Batteries)

Amazon.com Product Description
This pair of compact, rugged, and weather-resistant Motorola TalkAbout T5720 two-way radios helps you keep in touch with family and friends within a range of up to five miles (range varies with terrain and conditions). With 22 channels--seven joint General Mobile Service (GMRS)/Family Radio Service (FRS), seven FRS, and eight GMRS--and 38 privacy codes, you can communicate easily with minimal interference from other radios. A handy QT feature included in the T5720 offers additional noise filtering.

The T5720 offers a number of other useful features, such as a backlit LCD (great for either dark or bright conditions), a transmit LED indicator, a talk confirmation tone (akin to saying "roger" or "over"), and a minijack (.125-inch) audio plug for connecting a headset (not included). Choose from 10 audible call tones to alert you to incoming calls with phone-like convenience. The T5720 is capable of voice-activated hands-free use with optional accessories. Each radio requires three AA alkaline batteries.

What's in the Box
Two TalkAbout T5720 radios, 2 swivel belt clips, user's manual, one-year limited warranty.

Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires that operators on General Mobile Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain an FCC license prior to use. To learn more, please visit the FCC Web site at www.fcc.gov. A GMRS license requires Form 605 and Form 159. Please note that you will be charged an application fee. Download the forms from the FCC site or call 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676). Form 605 can be filed electronically. For license questions, call the FCC at (888) 225-5322.

Product Description:
T5720 Alkaline features: - 7 GMRS/FRS 1 watt Channels. - 7 FRS 1/2 watt Channels. - 8 GMRS 1 watt Channels. - 38 Interference Eliminator Codes, which help minimize interference by providing multiple code combinations. - 1W Transmit Power on Channels 8 - 14 (that's twice as much as the T56xx series!). - 5 Audible Call Tones. - Talk Confirmation Tone. - Keypad Lock. - Backlit Display. - Transmit LED. - Battery Meter Indicator. - Audible Low Battery Alert. - Audio Accessory Connector (Single Pin). - Removable Swivel Belt Clip. - Time Out Timer. - QT Noise Filter. - FCC GMRS License Required. - 5 additional Audible Call Tones. - Voice Activation that lets you talk hands-free when used with optional accessories . Warranty. One year limited warranty . Shipping Dimensions. Weight: 1.3 pounds. Dimensions: 2" (W) x 10.5" (H) x 7.5" (D).

Average customer rating: Motorola Two Ways Are Convenient Not the radios for rail buggy enthusiast!!! Happy with Gift Returned Item Excellent

Motorola T5500R GMRS / FRS Rechargeable 8-Mile Two-Way Radio (2 Pack, Blue) Manufacturer: Motorola ProductGroup: CE Binding: Electronics All Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics FRS Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics GMRS-FRS Two-Way Radios | Two-Way Radios & Accessories | Audio & Video | Categories | Electronics Two-Way Radio | Battery Chargers | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics Accessories & Supplies | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Motorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Home Office Electronics | Electronics | Categories | Target Similar Items: Motorola NiMH Rechargeable Battery Motorola TalkAbout Earbud with Microphone for All Series Motorola SX700R Talkabout GMRS/FRS 2-Way Radios with Charger, (Pair) Motorola T5500AA GMRS / FRS 8-Mile Two-Way Radio Motorola TalkAbout Belt Carrying Case / Arm Band Accessories: Motorola TalkAbout Headset with Boom Microphone for All Series Motorola TalkAbout Earbud with Microphone for All Series Motorola TalkAbout Belt Carrying Case / Arm Band DingoTel 2Way Two-Way Radio Internet Bridge Motorola Flexible Ear Receiver for All Series Product Features: Communicate from a distance of up to 8 miles away 22 channels to communicate from along with 38 codes per channel Comes with rechargeable batteries and drop-in charger QT noice filter to minimize interference Comes with removable belt clips to clip on anywhere ASIN: B0001YFWCQ

Product Description

One of the rugged "Value Series" of two-way radio models, the Motorola Talkabout T5500 offers a range of up to 5 miles. Combining General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) technology with Motorola engineering, this radio is ideal for active outdoor communications.

Customer Reviews:

Motorola Two Ways Are Convenient.......2007-05-12

I purchased these two ways after reading reviews. They seemed to offer what I needed and were not too heavy. I went on a cruise with a number of girlfriends and they worked so great for keeping in touch. We laughed alot at the language "ten,four, & breaker, breaker" kind of stuff but they were great. One friend brought her mom who is elderly and one night she was tired and stayed in the room. We left one radio with her in case she needed to reach us and took the other. We wore them on the backs using the clips so they didn't interfere with sitting or standing. I feel pretty sure they will come in handy for alot of things.

Not the radios for rail buggy enthusiast!!!.......2007-05-04

I purchased these radios, only in yellow, for my 13 yr old daughter when we gave her a railbuggy( off road go cart). Motorola was supposed to be a good name. I no longer feel that way. After charging the radios and testing them around the house and the yard, worked well. BUT, the first time we took them out with our rail's, which the area we ride is flat with a light tree line and small hills and jumps just beyond the tree line. From the base camp to the riding area is about 1/4 mile. My daughter and a friend were out riding and when she did not pass us for five minutes we tried to radio but heard no response! We went out to find her and she had wrecked! Luckily, no one was injured but needed to be towed and was scared since she had tried to radio us but had no response. The radios did NOT work. We tested the radios in several spot around the area we ride including flat open area of fields and they still did not work. I am going to be returning them and will not be getting any motorola radios in the future. My daughter is too important for me. If your husband wants to call for a beer from the backyard, This is the perfect radio but not for outdoor rides!!

Happy with Gift.......2007-03-16

Rec'd as a gift and have yet to try a real world, hilly terrain test but seem to be stronger on outdoor to indoor conversations. Backyard is 70 yaeds from the living room and thru 5 block walls and conversation was clear and easy.

Set up is a snap

Returned Item.......2007-01-11

I cannot review this item because I returned it. I did not receive this item until 12/24/06. Much, much too late.

Excellent.......2007-01-10

Very practical and usefull. One time one radio fell aprox 1m but it resist the impact without a scratch. Very good performance.

Average customer rating: audio quality poor "Push to Talk Timeout " after 60 seconds A Christmas Gift no batteries - too bad! Great Tools

Motorola T5500AA GMRS / FRS 8-Mile Two-Way Radio Manufacturer: Motorola 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 MP3 Players | Portable Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Motorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Similar Items: Motorola T5500R GMRS / FRS Rechargeable 8-Mile Two-Way Radio (2 Pack, Blue) Motorola TalkAbout Headset with Boom Microphone for All Series Motorola NiMH Rechargeable Battery Motorola TalkAbout Earbud with Microphone for All Series Motorola T6500R GMRS / FRS Rechargeable Two-Way Radios, Black (2 Pack) Accessories: Motorola TalkAbout Headset with Boom Microphone for All Series Motorola TalkAbout Earbud with Microphone for All Series Rayovac NM715-8 Rechargeable NiMH AA Batteries, 8-Count Package Motorola TalkAbout Belt Carrying Case / Arm Band DingoTel 2Way Two-Way Radio Internet Bridge Product Features: Communicate from a distance of up to 5 miles away 22 channels to communicate from along with 38 codes per channel QT noice filter to minimize interference 10 audible call tones with talk confirmation tone Comes with removable belt clips to clip on anywhere ASIN: B0001YFWJY

Product Description

The radio's 1.0-watt power provides up to 5-mile range. One of the rugged "Value Series" of two-way radio models, the Motorola Talkabout T5500 offers a range of up to 5 miles. Combining General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) technology with Motorola engineering, this radio is ideal for active outdoor communications.Built to withstand the rigors of outdoor use, the Talkabout T5500's rugged grip-housing protects the radio. Whether it's being used on the playground, at theme parks, on camping trips, in the neighborhood or at the mall, this radio delivers guaranteed Motorola durability.The Talkabout T5500 has full 22-frequency capability along with 38 private codes, helping to reduce channel chatter. QT noise filter is an added privacy feature, exclusive to Motorola Talkabouts. When enabled, radios from other manufacturers can't be heard on your channel.

Customer Reviews:

audio quality poor.......2007-06-20

years ago I bought a motorola frs radio (fr 60?) and it worked great! I've purchased some recent radio and the sound quality (transmit and receive) is horrible. It's very hard for people to understand what's being said and much more difficult to communicate. People say the transmitter audio is too quiet and I have to speak up. And whether quiet or loud, it sounds garbled.

I'm looking for a better one, probably not motorola. Too bad, I loved the older ones.

"Push to Talk Timeout " after 60 seconds.......2007-05-17

Great product all around, except for one significant WARNING!

The T5500 and the T5200 both have an automatic cut off after 60 seconds of continuous transmission... For our uses, we can't do VOX due to the delay... We need the transmission "hot" from one radio, all the time.

I'm very frustrated at not learning this until I read the manual... This info is NOWHERE on the product descriptions, or on the Motorola web site... Their sales staff didn't even know when I called them directly, and it wasn't in their database.

Again, good product... But, this is a major oversight.

A Christmas Gift.......2007-01-11

I assume this is fine -- it worked when I tested it before wrapping them for Christmas presents. And I was happy to find this item since they are not readily available in my local stores.

no batteries - too bad!.......2006-11-10

Yes! I don't read about NO BATTERIES INCLUDED!

Too bad

Great Tools.......2006-08-19

We used these radios on a Corvette road tour to the national convention in San Antonio. Had no problems, great response. Batteries appear to last more than a few days.

Average customer rating: Better than the toys!!!!!!!!! What it is (a good radio) and what it is not (a magic wand). Not as powerful as older FRS models! Very Decent radio Not as good as i hoped

Motorola T5720 GMRS/FRS 2-Way Radio (Pair, AA Batteries) Manufacturer: Motorola 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 AA | Rechargeable | by Type | Batteries | Batteries, Chargers & Power Supplies | Accessories & Supplies | Categories | Electronics Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Motorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Pagers & Two-Way Radios | Phones & Accessories | Technology | Categories | Office Depot Batteries | Household Supplies | Products | Health & Personal Care | Alkaline | Lithium | Silver Oxide | Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride | Rechargeable Lithium Ion | Rechargeable Nickel Cadmium Batteries | Power & Lighting | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Product Features: Set of 2 AA battery-powered TalkAbout radios with accessories 5-mile range, 22 channels, 38 privacy codes 10 audible call tones, talk-confirmation tone Audible low-battery alert and battery meter Voice activation (VOX) when used with optional accessory ASIN: B00009LI51

Product Description

The T5720 model boasts all of the features of the T5700, with the additional ability for you to talk hands-free with optional voice activation (VOX) accessory. Three AA alkaline batteries required per two-way radio. QT feature offers an additional noise filter beyond the subcodes. Ten call tones to choose from - pick your personal ring tone and get other's attention before you start talking. Backlit LCD display makes it easier to read the screen in dark conditions or in direct sunlight. Requires FCC license.

Amazon.com Product Description

This pair of compact, rugged, and weather-resistant Motorola TalkAbout T5720 two-way radios helps you keep in touch with family and friends within a range of up to five miles (range varies with terrain and conditions). With 22 channels--seven joint General Mobile Service (GMRS)/Family Radio Service (FRS), seven FRS, and eight GMRS--and 38 privacy codes, you can communicate easily with minimal interference from other radios. A handy QT feature included in the T5720 offers additional noise filtering.

The T5720 offers a number of other useful features, such as a backlit LCD (great for either dark or bright conditions), a transmit LED indicator, a talk confirmation tone (akin to saying "roger" or "over"), and a minijack (.125-inch) audio plug for connecting a headset (not included). Choose from 10 audible call tones to alert you to incoming calls with phone-like convenience. The T5720 is capable of voice-activated hands-free use with optional accessories. Each radio requires three AA alkaline batteries.

What's in the Box
Two TalkAbout T5720 radios, 2 swivel belt clips, user's manual, one-year limited warranty.

Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires that operators on General Mobile Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain an FCC license prior to use. To learn more, please visit the FCC Web site at www.fcc.gov. A GMRS license requires Form 605 and Form 159. Please note that you will be charged an application fee. Download the forms from the FCC site or call 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676). Form 605 can be filed electronically. For license questions, call the FCC at (888) 225-5322.

Customer Reviews:

Better than the toys!!!!!!!!!.......2005-07-14

Hi! I'm the 37 year old again. Back to the story. Rachel, my daughter, and I went on the internet again with her lemonade money. Well, Rachel's the Computer Wizard and went on the computer herself. She yelled "Mommie! I found a good pair of walkie-talkies! Pretty Colors too!" I ran in and I thought they were junk like the "Elite Operations Officer Walkie- Talkie". I'm a sucker for the puppy dog face. Well, it turns out Rachel knew it. You know what happened next. We got the walkie-talkies and Rachel gave one to her friend Sulema and I was amazed at how well they worked. No statick. And whoever got on thier chanell, the two girls could go on an other one. Perfect and worth the money!

What it is (a good radio) and what it is not (a magic wand)........2005-01-21

This product works very well if used in the manner in which it was designed.

Boaters, this is not a marine radio, and don't expect the Coast Guard, Sea Tow, or even other boats to be monitoring these channels. Today's marine VHF radios are small enough for even a Jet-Ski or the smallest dinghy and have appropriate waterproofing.

If you want to cover a farm, country club or large industrial or office park, spend the extra money on a proper business radio. Also, wherever possible, a vehicle-mount (truck, tractor, golf cart) radio with the right antenna will reach much farther and sound much better than anything hand-held.

Who should buy this radio? Skiers and snowboarders, bicyclists, hikers, campers, hunters, any groups of people who may tend to get separated beyond shouting range. Video production, stage and ligthting crews who can find this a low-cost, easy-to-use substitute for Clear-Com systems. Obviously they will need to use headsets to keep the sound from getting into the audience or audio track, and those who need to keep their hands free, like video camera operators will prefer the VOX headset. It would have been nice if they sold these as a package, which would be cheaper than buying them separately.

This type of signal is by nature for line-of-sight transmission only, and not like CB, and will not go around large mountains or "skip" like lower-frequency radio signals.

This radio is built ruggedly with the kind of quality we got familiar with on the older, bulkier Talkabouts. As for the menus, I would suggest you keep the manual close at hand until you get the hang of navigating though the commands. I like the pushbutton-release belt clips.

I bought the NiCd version of these radios, which Amazon also sells, and it came with a handy charging stand and works well as long as you remember to charge it up before using. :-) Those of you who choose the AA-powered version would be well-advised to get a nice set of NiMH batteries and charger, even though Amazon has great prices on alkaline batteries.

Overall, this radio is very worthwhile and satisfactory.

Not as powerful as older FRS models!.......2004-07-20

Having been a fan of Motorola FRS walkie-Talkies for years, I was looking forward to the extra power of the GMRS models. The Motorola T5720 was a major disapointment! I made a few range tests and found that the T5720 was not nearly as effective as my old Motorola T289 FRS radio - much less range, more noise, poor audio quality. Don't buy this product!

Very Decent radio.......2004-06-04

This is my first radio, I bought it last week. Used it over the long weekend in Lake George, NY. It was really useful to talk to my friend to find parking or ordering food. As cell phone coverages was not good as you go 3 to 4 mile north from village, this radio helped us a lot. I bought a AA battery model because I have bunch of NiMH (not NiCd) rechargable batteries (used for my digital camera). NiMH is FAR Superior than NiCd batteries.

Not as good as i hoped.......2004-03-01

It is not as good as i hoped. Bottom line, too much batteries, (batteries are expensive) and it goes through them like a fat woman through chocolate.I will write a review on batteries as soon as i find them and boy will they get theirs.Motorola is not the best walkie talkie company. Its range is only 5 miles that five miles can make the difference between life and death when you are lost in a vietnamese jungle during the rainy season.And it is too quiet and their are not enough channels. And when you are playing mission impossible in the heating vents the range is reduced to like, 30 feet more or less. And shortly after mission impossible it ran out of batteries.

Average customer rating: What this is (a good radio) and what it's not (a magic wand) Motorola T5720 5 mile distance? best for the price Duff radios

Motorola T5720 GMRS / FRS 2-Way Radio (Pair, Rechargeable Batteries) Manufacturer: Motorola 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 Motorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Accessories: Motorola NiMH Rechargeable Battery Motorola TalkAbout Earbud with Microphone for All Series Product Features: Set of 2 rechargeable-Ni-Cd-battery-powered TalkAbout radios with accessories 5-mile range, 22 channels, 38 privacy codes 10 audible call tones, talk-confirmation tone Audible low-battery alert and battery meter Voice activation (VOX) when used with optional accessory ASIN: B00009ENAD

Product Description

The T5720 model boasts all of the features of the T5700, with the additional ability for you to talk hands-free with optional voice activation (VOX) accessory. Three AA alkaline batteries required per two-way radio. QT feature offers an additional noise filter beyond the subcodes. Ten call tones to choose from - pick your personal ring tone and get other's attention before you start talking. Backlit LCD display makes it easier to read the screen in dark conditions or in direct sunlight. Requires FCC license.

Amazon.com Product Description

This pair of compact, rugged, and weather-resistant Motorola TalkAbout T5720 two-way radios helps you keep in touch with family and friends within a range of up to five miles (range varies with terrain and conditions). With 22 channels--seven joint General Mobile Service (GMRS)/Family Radio Service (FRS), seven FRS, and eight GMRS--and 38 privacy codes, you can communicate easily with minimal interference from other radios. A handy QT feature included in the T5720 offers additional noise filtering.

The T5720 offers a number of other useful features, such as a backlit LCD (great for either dark or bright conditions), a transmit LED indicator, a talk confirmation tone (akin to saying "roger" or "over"), and a minijack (.125-inch) audio plug for connecting a headset (not included). Choose from 10 audible call tones to alert you to incoming calls with phone-like convenience. The T5720 is capable of voice-activated hands-free use with optional accessories.

What's in the Box
Two TalkAbout T5720 radios, two Ni-Cd rechargeable batteries, one transformer, a two-socket desktop charger, two swivel belt clips, a user's manual, a one-year limited warranty.

Note: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requires that operators on General Mobile Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain an FCC license prior to use. To learn more, please visit the FCC Web site at www.fcc.gov. A GMRS license requires Form 605 and Form 159. Please note that you will be charged an application fee. Download the forms from the FCC site or call 1-800-418-FORM (1-800-418-3676). Form 605 can be filed electronically. For license questions, call the FCC at (888) 225-5322.

Customer Reviews:

What this is (a good radio) and what it's not (a magic wand).......2005-01-21

This product works very well if used in the manner in which it was designed.

Boaters, this is not a marine radio, and don't expect the Coast Guard, Sea Tow, or even other boats to be monitoring these channels. Today's marine VHF radios are small enough for even a Jet-Ski or the smallest dinghy and have appropriate waterproofing.

If you want to cover a farm, country club or large industrial or office park, spend the extra money on a proper business radio. Also, wherever possible, a vehicle-mount (truck, tractor, golf cart) radio with the right antenna will reach much farther and sound much better than anything hand-held.

Who should buy this radio? Skiers and snowboarders, bicyclists, hikers, campers, hunters, any groups of people who may tend to get separated beyond shouting range. Video production, stage and ligthting crews who can find this a low-cost, easy-to-use substitute for Clear-Com systems. Obviously they will need to use headsets to keep the sound from getting into the audience or audio track, and those who need to keep their hands free, like video camera operators will prefer the VOX headset. It would have been nice if they sold these as a package, which would be cheaper than buying them separately.

This type of signal is by nature for line-of-sight transmission only, and not like CB, and will not go around large mountains or "skip" like lower-frequency radio signals.

This radio is built ruggedly with the kind of quality we got familiar with on the older, bulkier Talkabouts. As for the menus, I would suggest you keep the manual close at hand until you get the hang of navigating though the commands. I like the pushbutton-release belt clips.

This NiCd-powered version of these radios came with a handy charging stand and works well as long as you remember to charge it up before using. :-) Those of you who don't like NiCd batteries can choose the AA-powered version, which Amazon also sells, and get a nice set of NiMH batteries and charger, and skip alkaline batteries.

Overall, this radio is very worthwhile and satisfactory.

Motorola T5720 5 mile distance?.......2004-05-16

Come on Motorola, you can do better..this model would make good for the kids in the yard to play with. Range is 1/2 mile if your lucky.. Need to change the range distance to that and get that 5 mile range of the package and spec sheet. Very discouraged with this model..

best for the price.......2004-03-27

Actually can get up to ten miles line of sight transmission. In the woods, you get about two to three miles (depending on how thick). But of course they don't go over or through mountains like any idiot should know.

Duff radios.......2004-02-27

The radios are supposed to have a range of five miles, I have found the the farthest I have got on them is more like 1/4 of a mile, as soon as you go over a hill or behind a building you lose contact. Not very good at all. And they didn't come with batteries.

Average customer rating:

Motorola 8 Mile GMRS / FRS TALKABOUT T5530LR 2 Way Radio Rechargable Walkie Talkie Special Package with $40 Accessories (PPT Earbuds, Swivel Quick Release Belt Clips) Manufacturer: Motorola ProductGroup: CE 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 Motorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Product Features: Up to 8 mile range (twice as many other motorola 2 way radio, like T5950, etc. Based on unobstructed line of site, range will vary based on terrain and conditions) 22 Channels, each with 38 Subcodes; / 10 audible call tones; Voice activation (vox) / iVOX Hands-Free Operation Talk Confirmation Tones / Backlit Display Scan All Channels and codes / Keypad Lock ASIN: B0009X3X70

Product Description

New improved model with up to 8 mile range. Bonus package include : 2 T5530R Two-Way Radios; / Dual Base Charger with Battery Inserts; / 2 Rechargeable Batteries; / AC (120V) Power Supply; / Manual; / 2 Rosewood Faceplates; /2 Swivel Quick Release Belt Clips ($16.98 Value); / 2 Earbuds with Push-to-talk Microphone ($26.98 Value). Compatible with all other FRS/GMRS Radios.

Average customer rating: Very poor range Poor Range Really nice radios but awful audio reception quality Unbelievable range

Motorola 10 Mile GMRS / FRS TALKABOUT T6510XLR 2 Way Radio Rechargable Walkie Talkie Special Package with $40 Accessories (PPT Earbuds, Swivel Quick Release Belt Clips) Manufacturer: Motorola ProductGroup: CE 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 Audio & Video | Refurbished & Used | Special Features | Electronics Features | Electronics Motorola | Brands | Electronics Features | Electronics Two-Way Radios | Radios & Communication | Emergency Preparedness | Custom Stores | Specialty Stores | Home Improvement | Home & Garden Product Features: Up to 10 mile range (twice as many other motorola 2 way radio, like T5950, etc. Based on unobstructed line of site, range will vary based on terrain and conditions) 22 Channels, each with 99 Subcodes; / 10 audible call tones; 8 Weather Channels (NOAA Weather Radio with Alert Mode) Voice activation (vox); / VibraCall Alert; / Enhanced Voice Activation Talk confirmation tone; / Keypad lock; / Backlit display ASIN: B0009CR50C

Product Description

New improved model with up to 10 mile range. Bonus package include : 2 T6510XLR Two-Way Radios; / Dual Base Charger with Battery Inserts; / 2 Rechargeable Batteries; / AC (120V) Power Supply; / Manual; / 2 RealTree Hardwood Green Faceplates; /2 Swivel Quick Release Belt Clips ($16.98 Value); / 2 Earbuds with Push-to-talk Microphone ($26.98 Value). Compatible with all other FRS/GMRS Radios.

Customer Reviews:

Very poor range.......2006-07-17

Great radio but I got .3 miles flat land with trees range.

I though more of moto
oh well

Beware !!!!!!!!!!!

Poor Range.......2006-03-27

The range is actually 1 Mile only.Its not 10 Mile Range that has mentioned on the product.we were disappointed.

Really nice radios but awful audio reception quality.......2006-01-03

The price is a bargain for the spec (Standard GMRS/FRS channels + NOAA weather radio, vibrate, earbuds/PTT mic, battery packs and charger). They're rugged looking units, and work on 3xAA size batteries, which gives a potentially longer operating time than radios with AAA's.

However, my main gripe with these things is the quality of the audio output when receiving transmissions from another walkie talkie. Just terrible, in my opinion. Compared against my cheap-o 'Columbia' FRS units ($30 for the full kit), speech from the Mot T6510s is just about unintelligible. I keep having to ask people to repeat what they said and put my ear right up against the speaker. Using the earpiece doesn't improve matters much.

Transmitting from a T6510 to another brand is fine, so it's not the microphones. Receiving NOAA messages is also quite audible; but that's a clearly spoken, recorded message. I think the problem is that the AF section seems to only chuck out a very high, squawky, mid-range tone whereas my other units have a much flatter, softer response. If I didn't like the look and features so much, I'd have taken them back for a refund long ago.

The other thing I don't like is the rotary volume control, protruding from the top (same as most Motorola radios). I find that when worn on the belt clip, clothing makes the knob rotate back to the 'min' position and I find myself continually checking that the volume's turned up while on a walk. The vibrate feature has come in handy there.

Unbelievable range.......2005-11-11

I was a bit reluctant at buying these radios for being only available in this special package. I could not find information on them as separated units, not even in Motorola's web pages (though they look exactly the same as the T6500). Finally, the price and the number of accesories made it a very good offer so I decided to take the risk. Besides, I never believed the 10 miles range promised since they were 1W units, same as many others that are supposed to be only 5 to 7 miles. However, to my surprise, in a trip to Easter Island I managed to sustain a normal conversation with a partner that was 18 Km away from me (about 11 miles). I am sure of this because I measured the distance with my GPS. The conditions were optimal though, as I was at the top of a hill (400m high) and the other radio was at sea level with no obstructions in between, other than being inside a car.
I must admit that I was very impressed by this result and I can recommend them to anybody. They are not the smallest nor the lightest GMRS radios you can find, but you will not be disappointed. The radios look good quality and the weight, slightly heavier than average, indicate a solid construction and good internal shielding. Battery duration is similar to other Motorola models. I have had many other models of Motorola FRS radios since 2001 (T280SLK, T6250, T5620), but these are clearly the best of them.

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Toshiba Satellite L10-SP104 - Celeron M 350 / 1.3 GHz - RAM : 256 MB - CD-RW / DVD - Win XP Pro - 15" TFT

A.W. ENTERPRISES case for a Kenwood TK250/350 radio with KNB

SimpleTech 4GB COMPACT FLASH CARD ( STI-CF/4GB )

Lexar Media 4GB 80X PRO SERIES CF-CARD WA ENABLED ( CFB4GB-80-380 )

30GB Flip2disk No Interface

theBoom Universal Noise Cancelling Cell Phone Headset with Pocket PC/Siemens SX56 adaptors included

Cisco Supervisor Engine II - control processor ( WS-X6K-S2U-MSFC2= )

Vertical Horizon 24port 10/100 Stackable Switch

Teac 4X DVD+/-RW RETAIL KIT ( DVW50D/KIT )

Blue Nintendo 64 Controller

512MB Digital MP3 Player & USB Flash Drive