July 3, 2008
Where can I get a two way radio for use in Europe?
Going to Holland Belgium Germany this summer. Would like to equip members of my group with two way radios so that we can easily contact each other in what will be large crowds.
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Product Description
With a range of up to 18 miles, the T8550R Camo is guaranteed to not drop a call, charge you roaming or be out of signal range. And with a choice of a drop-in charger or battery power, you never need an electrical outlet to keep in touch. The T8550R Camo helps you plan and pack for your trip with a NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather receiver, providing continuous local and regional weather broadcasting. The T8550R Camo has you covered with 2,662 channel and code combinations provided by a full 22-channel capacity and 121 privacy codes. The VibraCall silent vibrating ringer is ideal at the racetrack or a football game where you would not be able to hear a ringer. The T8550R Camo has a Motorola exclusive feature called "companding". This sophisticated technology filters out the static between words, allowing the radio to deliver noticeably clearer transmissions. iVOX hands-free communication allows you to have your hands full and still answer an incoming call.
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With a range for up to 18 miles, the T8500R is guaranteed to not drop a call, charge you roaming or be out of cell range. And with a choice of a drop-in charger or battery power, you never need an electrical outlet to keep in touch.
Product Features
Up to 18 mile range
22 channels, each with 121 privacy codes for 2,662 combinations
32 hr. alkaline (3AA) or 11 hr. NiMH estimated talk time
IVOX hands-free communication without the need of an audio accessory
NOAA (National oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) weather receiver providing continuous local and regional weather broadcasting.
Technical Details
Brand Name: Motorola
Model: T8550RCamo
Item Package Quantity: 1
device_type: FRS/GMRS Unknown modifier
radio_channels: 22-channel Unknown modifier
Talking Range Maximum: 95040 feet
call_alerts: 10 Unknown modifier
voice_operated_transmission: With optional accessory Unknown modifier
Display: LCD display
Battery Average Life: 11 HoursUSD 55.99
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Comments on Where can I get a two way radio for use in Europe? »
Very simple two way radios from the US will work just fine. Motorola makes several great models with earbuds and silent / vibrate options. Just set each radio for the same frequency and you are all set.
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If you doubt the cross border usage, just look it up on their website.
> Very simple two way radios from the US will work just fine.
Are you sure about that? If they use different frequencies in Europe you might end up distorting important things like police radio and that will get you into big trouble.
Better buy them from a German web shop, e. g. from ebay.de, from these categories:
“Startseite > Kaufen > TV, Video & Elektronik > Funktechnik > Walkie-Talkies” and “… > CB-Funk”
(The German word “Funk” means radio.)
Maybe is better for you, since it is in English. You should be fine buying from the UK, I think the radio-frequencies are standard across Europe.