Motorola T5820 2-Way Radio AA (Sunstreak Yellow/Pair)

From the Manufacturer
The Talkabout T5820 is an ideal adventure two-way radio. The sporty design is built to withstand a harsh environment and provide extra communications range (up to 5 miles - range will vary based on terrain and conditions), making this two-way radio perfect for hikers, fishermen, and people playing outdoor sports. In addition to all of the features of the T5800, this device has 5 more call tones, Channel Scan and VibraCall functionality.

The radio uses three AA Alkaline batteries sold separately. Upgrade your device with the optional NiCD rechargeable battery upgrade kit. Other features: 22 Channels, 38 Codes to minimize interference from outside your group; Backlit LCD display for easy reading in dark conditions; 10 audible call tones to get other's attention before you start talking; VOX advanced voice activation lets you talk hands-free with accessory. This radio requires an FCC license.

Product Description:
The Talkabout T5820 is an ideal adventure two-way radio. The sporty design is built to withstand a harsh environment and provide extra communications range (up to 5 miles - the range will vary based on terrain and conditions), making this two-way radio perfect for hikers, fishermen, and people playing outdoor sports. In addition to all of the features of the T5800, this device has 5 more call tones, Channel Scan and VibraCall functionality.

Average customer rating: Underpowered, lousy Better options out there A piece of Junk from Motorola Awesome and EXTREMELY sturdy Solidly made piece of JUNK!!

Motorola T5820 2-Way Radio AA (Graphite Black/Pair) 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 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 Accessories: Motorola NiMH Rechargeable Battery Motorola TalkAbout Earbud with Microphone for All Series Product Features: 5-Mile Range 22 Designated GMRS/FRS Channels 38 Interference Eliminator Codes 10 Audible Call Tones Vibra Call Alert ASIN: B00006JHYU

Product Description

The Talkabout T5820 is an ideal adventure two-way radio. The sporty design is built to withstand a harsh environment and provide extra communications range (up to 5 miles - the range will vary based on terrain and conditions), making this two-way radio perfect for hikers, fishermen, and people playing outdoor sports. In addition to all of the features of the T5800, this device has 5 more call tones, Channel Scan and VibraCall functionality.

Customer Reviews:

Underpowered, lousy.......2004-03-16

We received a pair of the T5820s as a gift. Thought these would be an upgrade to our old FRS radio. It was a downgrade! The 5-mile rating is a joke. The old FRS radios way out-perform the 5820s, and are more compatible with other radios.
Pros:
-Locking Menu Button
-Durable
Cons:
-Range
-Compatibility with other radios.

Better options out there.......2003-12-21

My fiance and I play a lot of airsoft (kinda like paintball) and we use radios like this a lot. I have to say, I am not very fond of our Motorola radios! We constantly had issues with sound quality, even within short distances. Half the radios we bought ended up broken after only a few uses!

Another annoyance with the radios is the talk button - which is sunk in to the side and annoying to press, especially when you're wearing gloves! It takes a pretty hard push to activate, which I found very aggravating. We also had issues with accidentally messing with the volume all the time because of poor placement of the volume control.

These might work better for people who are not so rough on their radios, but for us they just weren't acceptable. There are much better choices out there, especially for the price!

A piece of Junk from Motorola.......2003-12-10

I used 5320, 5420 2 miles range walkie talkie before, I have to say they are much better than this 5 mile range 5820. 5820 does not even go beyond one mile and voice are twisted. very dissapointed at this unit, do yourself a favor, if you need 5 miles range buy a 5720

Awesome and EXTREMELY sturdy.......2003-11-09

I purchased the T5710 model. I take these radios camping with me to stay in touch with the family. I stopped along the highway to check something and left the radio on top of the car. As I was driving off the radio fell off the top of the car and into the path of an oncoming 18 wheeler. The truck ran over the radio. The radio still worked perfectly. The range could be a little longer but i am very satisfied with my radios!!

Solidly made piece of JUNK!!.......2003-10-08

Where do I begin to detail my dissatisfaction?
1) The push to talk button is countersunk into the side and takes a HARD push to activate it.
2) The supposed 5 mile range of these units proved to be less than 1 mile.
3) The poorly placed volume button was consistently being adjusted (unintentionally)by the merest movements.
4) The belt clips.... don't even get me started.
5) The menu driven controls are counterintuitive.
6) The ring tones WEREN'T BAD, actually.
7) The clarity of signal was mediocre (even within 20 feet of one another).

Average customer rating: Poor 2-way-radio choice Poor speaker performance Solution for 'muffled' reception 'Solution' for 'muffled' reception Big Mistake

Motorola T5820 2-Way Radio AA (Sunstreak Yellow/Pair) 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 Product Features: 5-Mile Range 22 Designated GMRS/FRS Channels 38 Interference Eliminator Codes 10 Audible Call Tones Vibra Call Alert ASIN: B00006JHYV

Product Description

The Talkabout T5820 is an ideal adventure two-way radio. The sporty design is built to withstand a harsh environment and provide extra communications range (up to 5 miles - the range will vary based on terrain and conditions), making this two-way radio perfect for hikers, fishermen, and people playing outdoor sports. In addition to all of the features of the T5800, this device has 5 more call tones, Channel Scan and VibraCall functionality.

Customer Reviews:

Poor 2-way-radio choice.......2003-08-22

I bought a pair after losing an older T5200 (also from Motorola) which is not manufactured anymore. I figured that the new & more expensive model (which also has 1 Watt compared to 1/2 watt of the T5200) should work as good or better.

I was very disapoointed. Very poor sound quality. Audio is not clear and in many cases has breaks. I still have one T5200 left (I lost 1 out of 2) - eveyone in my family wants to use the older unit as the new T5820 does not perform. Plus, I paid for the T5200 half of what I paid for thr T5820...

I recommend not to buy this product. Go for the new cheaper & better T5720 (1 Watt as well, compact, great sound quality. The only limitation - no vibration alert. See my review on it).

Poor speaker performance.......2003-06-07

The quality of voice coming from the speakers is very poor. You can hardly understand the person talking to you.

Solution for 'muffled' reception.......2003-05-26

To those who have problems with getting clear reception:

If you normally set you volume control to max, try turning it down a little (or more) if your reception sounds muffled.

I've tried this several times within city transmission and it helps alot with removing the muffled reception some users have reported (especially those who have purchased sets with rechargeable nicad batteries).

I think the volume control and speaker interface has not been designed well for max vol transmissions. (Note that new T5620, T5720 and T5920 have sound enhacing improvements for clearer voice transmissions, check motorola site for specs and launch dates)

Reason I like this set:
The 1.0 watt transmitter helps increase talking distance in built up areas as opposed to 0.5 watt frs radio sets. Price was a good deal with rebate. ...

'Solution' for 'muffled' reception.......2003-05-26

To those who have problems with getting clear reception:

If you normally set you volume control to max, try turning it down a little (or more) if your reception sounds muffled.

I've tried this several times within city transmission and it helps alot with removing the muffled reception some users have reported (especially those who have purchased sets with rechargeable nicad batteries).

Setting the Interference Elimator Code to '0' might aid in clearer reception. Use this if your area is not conjested with other 2 way radio users.

A possible way of increasing distance might be to use channel 15 (GMRS freq 462.550Mhz). Normally lower bandwidths tend to travel further.

I think the volume control and speaker interface has not been designed well for max vol transmissions. (Note that new T5620, T5720 and T5920 have sound enhacing improvements for clearer voice transmissions(maybe?), check motorola site for specs and launch dates)

Reason I like this set:
The 1.0 watt transmitter helps increase talking distance in built up areas as opposed to 0.5 watt frs radio sets. Price was a good deal with rebate...

Big Mistake.......2003-05-15

Rugged outdoor use ?? I don't think so. The first day, both belt clips broke! Replacement isn't an option because the...plastic that is poorly designed will break again. Five mile range ? The radios that I purchased won't transmit over a 1.5 mile range. Finally, be prepared to send lots of money to the FCC. I would not recommend purchasing this item.

Average customer rating:

Motorola Talkabout T5820 AA Two-Way Radio Double Pack (Black) Manufacturer: Motorola ProductGroup: CE All 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 ASIN: B00069QXYW

Product Description

7 GMRS/FRS 1 watt channels. 7 FRS 1/2 watt channels. 38 interface eliminator codes. 10 audible call tones. Scan. VOX. Keypad Lock. Backlit Display. Transmit LED. Battery meter indicator with audible low battery alert. Audio accessory connector (single pin). removable swivel belt clip. Time out timer. Rechargeable capable. One year warranty. User's guide. Motorola Talkabout Comparison Chart.

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