November 18, 2008
- information on 2 way radios?
Joshhh =] asked: me and a group of people are going on a trekk, we are going to be split up, and i am thinking about purchasing some radio’s or ‘walkie talkies’ for the trip. I dont want them too expensive, but want something half professional. Anyone got any information on the range etc…
November 12, 2008
- I needed an FRS Radio, is there a difference between a marine radio and a normal 2 way programmable radio?
jetmech_63 asked: I bought a midland Marine VFH handheld radio and was wondering if it’s channels wile line up with a normal FRS hanfheld radios channels (1 for 1 s for 2 etc..)
November 9, 2008
- do 2-way radios work in foreign countries?
moses asked: (particularly israel)
November 6, 2008
- When do you need to have a radio license when using 2-way radios?
kazoo asked: I am looking at buying some two way radios, but I have heard that certain distance-capable radios require a license to use. What is the distance before you need to apply for one?
November 4, 2008
- 2-way radios for my church?
carolina_pro_sound asked: my church is getting some 2way radios for the technology team to communicate, and to use for events we host ect. we want to get a good set of business grade ones, probably 6 of them. Does anybody know what business radios are good??
October 27, 2008
- Do i need an FCC license for GMRS 2-way radios?/?
tyler asked: Because, the channels still work without having a license, are they required???
October 26, 2008
- I have motorola 2 way radios with a 5 mile range? Would these work in Europe?
tx-eagle asked: I am not asking if it is legal, just whether they would work the way they do in the US.
- Where is a good place to find accessories for Motorola 2 way radios?
kathyzadlock asked: I just purchased a set of Motorola T5530R 2 way radios from REI.com In the ad, it said optional accessories available, but where is a good place to get stuff like that? I’m looking for a headset with VOX to use backstage in a theater to talk to the lighting and [...]
October 23, 2008
- 2 way radios?
mattfire375 asked: is there a way to interupt the communication between two way radios? is there somthing i could make or buy other than buying another 2 way radio to confuse them. my friends use them during paintball and i want to get the jump on them.
October 19, 2008
- What are the best walkie-talkies (2-way radios) to go from our house to a house 6 blocks away?
mgnavadomskis asked: Would like to get my son walkie-talkies to use to communicate with his best friend during these winter months. Friends house is about 6 blocks away, over the train tracks, all suburban/residential in between (if that matters).
Does anyone have any experience with 2-way radios being used for this distance in [...]
October 18, 2008
- how can i differ between a MARINE 2-way radio and a CB land radio if item is not new?
eject911 asked: i’m heading to the swapmeet and want to find a marine radio, but often i found that even the seller does not know what kind of 2-way they have exactly…. how can i tell the difference?
October 16, 2008
- TV Digital Signal Conversion 2/2009 Will Radios that receive the audio of Channels 2-13 work ?
mikect22 asked: As an Emergency Manager we are selling hand crank Eton radios that cover Channels 2-13 audio. When the digital conversion is completed, will these radios still pick up the audio of these TV channels? Thanks!!
October 12, 2008
- How do you get 17 mile range with the Cobra microtalk 2-way radios. It seems you can only get a mile?
Russell asked: Anyone have instructions on how to get the full range on these buggers?
October 7, 2008
- What is the best, 2-way radio (walkie talkie type) name brands/miles?
liljewel asked: I bought a Cobra brand, 17 mile range. But it only works under 2 miles? Maybe I’m not finding a good channel that goes far? I don’t know. I need an exellent, at least 8 mile, good brand or something, I will buy another set. Any good suggestions. Please help:(
October 6, 2008
- How do VHF 2-way radios work with “repeaters”? What are repeaters?
JP asked: I have several Motorola Radius M1225 2-way radio base stations that were discarded by a manufacturing plant. This plant had “repeaters” and the radios worked in the plant. But away from the plant, the radios don’t appear to be able to send or recieve. Since these radios are programmable, is [...]
October 3, 2008
- do walkie talkies (2 way radios) work in countries other then the U.S?
aamer_84 asked: good to know that mr norman smart a$$.
and the reason for my question is that countires have diff frequencies just like u don tknow about MW and SW that exists in asia and Middleeast. You are just happy with AM and FM
thank you EVERYONE
September 30, 2008
- Am I allowed to disable the QT noise filter on my 2 way radio?
stc123 asked: Am I allowed to disable the QT noise filter on my 2 way radio? If so how do I. Ps I am doing this because I like to talk to other people on 2 way radios Ps: I have the Motorola Talkabout T6500 thanks again.
September 26, 2008
- Does anyone know where I can get a headset for the Challenge GS325 Two Way Radio?
dss asked: I have searched everywhere on the internet and can’t find any!
September 23, 2008
- what should i use to cover or seal the cracks on my two way radio?
unit_804 asked: note that most of the cracks are on the bottom of the battery near the charger prongs
it is a fire department radio so i cant just duke tape it.
September 22, 2008
- What is the range on my two way radio ?
alex h asked: The radio is a scientific oregon and it states 5 kilometres. This is not true, when i get to the local shop, which is just up the hill… the radio can barely get a signal to the other radio and in other places it does not reach its 5 kilometre range ! [...]

