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Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radios - 2 Pack

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Carry on conversations at up to an amazing 18 miles away. The Motorola T8500R two-way radio delivers clear voice transmission and NOAA weather alerts.

Talk on both FRS (Family Radio Service) and GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service), providing 22 channels each with 121 privacy codes
Two watts of power allow the radios to transmit and receive signals from up to 18 miles away
Power is automatically stepped down to a half-watt across FRS-only channels (2 mi. range), enabling radios to talk to all existing FRS 2-way radios
Companding technology digitally filters out static between words to deliver clearer communications
Receives NOAA weather channels, offering coverage of all government-operated NOAA weather broadcasts, plus NOAA All Hazard Alert Radio
Voice activation (iVOX) lets you talk hands-free when used with or without optional accessories
Ten audible call tones grab the attention of your family and friends before you start speaking; talk-confirmation tone signals you've finished talking
LCD backlighted display makes the radio easy to read in the dark
Keypad lock prevents your personalized settings from being inadvertently changed
Audible tone and visual display alert you when batteries are running down; Time Out timer automatically turns off radio
VibraCall® alert is perfect in hushed or noisy places--vibrates to let you know someone is calling
Includes: NiMH batteries, dual drop-in charger, two quick-release swivel belt-clips and instruction manual
Also comes with 2 extra blue faceplates for customizing the look of the radios
Can also operate on 3 AA batteries, not included supplying an estimated 32 hours of talk time
NiMH battery supplies an estimated 11 hours of talk time

T8500R radios operate on radio frequencies that are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC); license and fees required. The communication range quoted is calculated based on an unobstructed line of sight test under optimum conditions. Actual range will vary depending on terrain and conditions, and is often less than the maximum possible. Your actual range will be limited by several factors including, but not limited to: terrain, weather conditions, electromagnetic interference, and obstructions.

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Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radios - 2 Pack Customer Reviews

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Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radios - 2 Pack

1.0

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Sep

2007

(8 of 8 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Wouldn't Waste My Money Again

By Red Bear

from Renton, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Clear Signal
Easy To Use
Lightweight
Weatherproof

Cons

Not Long Lasting

Best Uses

Camping
Emergencies
Families
Hiking

Comments about Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radios - 2 Pack:

Really liked it-At first. However one radio went on the blink after only a few uses and is totally useless.
Having only one radio doesn't do ya much good.
Bought a Midland with a 26 mile range-no problems so far.

Dec

2007

(7 of 7 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Terrible and worthless

By MonsieurBon

from Portland, OR

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Cons

Poor Reception
Terrible sound

Best Uses

Comments about Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radios - 2 Pack:

These sound really terrible when talking back and forth. You have to put your mouth up against it to get any sound and voices sound digital and stuttered. Search out other reviews of this radio and you will discover that NO ONE has rated them well, anywhere.
Additionally, when I returned these, the customer service guy said that he gets several of those returned a week, and one person who keeps buying new ones every couple weeks when they fall apart!

Feb

2008

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Save Your Money

By Still Trying

from Bainbridge Island, WA

About Me Casual/ Recreational

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Pros

Lightweight
Weatherproof

Cons

Poor Reception

Best Uses

Camping
Hiking

Comments about Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radios - 2 Pack:

I bought these to use for backpacking and hiking when our group gets strung out along the trail. One of the pair had terrible reception and transmission from the first mile. The last time we tried using them was to talk from one car to another, separated by about 200 feet and no cars in between: about half the words were clear. Don't buy these unless you're looking for a paperweight for your desk.