Keep in Touch.....Over and Out.
Written: Aug 27 '00 (Updated Dec 09 '00)
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Pros: Rugged and reliable communication device.
Cons: Power button is not recessed enough. Can be accidently turned on in a pack.
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| ihike's Full Review: Motorola Talkabout FRS 250 (14 Channels) Two Way R... |
Reason for Purchase
How many times have you needed to get in touch with someone nearby? Your cell phone doesn’t work. I had such a experience while climbing in the Sierra Nevada mountains. I was ¾ of the way up my climbing route and the people at the bottom were trying to get my attention to tell me they were leaving and where my gear would be located when I got down. Never got the message!I spent hours fumbling around in the dark looking for my stuff and trying to follow a dimly lit trail, not knowing they had left a light for me. After that I decided I would always have a means of staying in touch.
Talkabout 250
Motorola knew what they were doing when they designed the Talkabout line of two way radios. Appeal to the inner child in us all. Most of us at one time in our childhood had a set of toy walkie talkies. They never seemed to work very well, but we loved the idea of enhancing our play with these nifty gadgets. Well, we are now grown up, but we still play, only now we play in the woods, mountains, lakes. Motorola took our idea of fun and made it reliable communication.
Specifications
14 channels
38 privacy codes
Built in Vox technology (voice activated) with optional accessory.
FRS (Family Service Radio) means no license is need to use.
UHF-FM frequencies.
Audible low battery alert
Operates on 3 AA batteries (for about 30 hours of use)
LCD readout of Channel, code and Battery level indicator.
Works up to two miles(2 mile range).
How to Use
You should before going out select a code using the tiny scroll buttons located next to the LCD readout. Make sure both units are on the same code.
The Talkabout is simple to use. There is a large button in the center of the unit. You simply push the button to talk, which is even written under the button. Holding the radio 1 to 2 inches from your mouth you simply begin your conversation and to receive you release the talk button. Using the talkabout is just like when you were a kid. We all know the lingo; Come in…over… over and out!
Where to use
Anywhere! I have used my Talkabout while; hiking, backpacking, climbing, and caravaning on the highway. No more guessing where the next rest stop will be or which fork in the road or trail to take. Active communication via two way radio is the key.
Recommended:
Yes
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