Do you need a special license to operate business class frequencies?
211704
When I ordered these and tried to set these up, yes, I was informed I needed a commercial license and that this was only granted to businesses.
211705
Yes, an FCC issued license is required to operate on any business band frequencies in the U.S.
211706
I don't think so, anytime I have ever used them was on job sights and we never had any issues. I would think that if your location was real close to buildings etc it would be worth checking with Motorola they have good customer service and would be sure to have the end all answer.
1898873
Yes, but you have to have two separate lines. You can have one personal line and one business line.
287798
For recreational purposes, in US waters, a license is not required to operate the voice portions of the radio, but you will need a MMSI number assigned to you boat in order to use the DSC features. If you plan on using the radio in international waters, then you will need a Ship Station License from the FCC in addition to the MMSI. If your boat is required to carry a radio, then you must have a license for the radio (this doesn't apply to recreational boats). Find out more information here: http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ and here: http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/index.htm?job=licensing&id;=ship_stations For recreational purposes, in US waters, a license is not required to operate the voice portions of the radio, but you will need a MMSI number assigned to you boat in order to use the DSC features. If you plan on using the radio in international waters, then you will need a Ship Station License from the FCC in addition to the MMSI. If your boat is required to carry a radio, then you must have a license for the radio (this doesn't apply to recreational boats). Find out more information here: http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ and here:... » Read More For recreational purposes, in US waters, a license is not required to operate the voice portions of the radio, but you will need a MMSI number assigned to you boat in order to use the DSC features. If you plan on using the radio in international waters, then you will need a Ship Station License from the FCC in addition to the MMSI. If your boat is required to carry a radio, then you must have a license for the radio (this doesn't apply to recreational boats). Find out more information here: http://www.boatus.com/mmsi/ and here: http://wireless.fcc.gov/services/index.htm?job=licensing&id;=ship_stations « Show Less
345127
I'm licensed by nys, I use it for work as a medic for a private company. But you will need a ham ticket if you are going to use it for personal use. This radio does transmit over public safety freqs.
1226097
Good heavens! So many wrong answers. This radio can be programmed to receive on any frequency in the typical VHF/UHF land mobile bands. It cannot be used legally used to transmit on either FRS or GMRS frequencies because the radio is not Part 95 certified. There are no frequencies in this radio that can legally be used without a license. There are many business band frequencies that this can operate on legally, but it requires an FCC license, which is generally not difficult to obtain, but you do have to pay between $85 and $200, depending on how many radios you license. Now, these radios are being used every day illegally. Can you get away with it? Maybe. If you happen to pick a frequency with a licensed user or users already on it, you can expect they will file a complaint with the FCC. Depending on how much interference you cause, you may get a visit from a white van with lots of antennas. I suggest you Google the amount of fines you can be hit with. Contact a local land mobile radio dealer. They can help you with a license, and you won't have to worry about the guys in the white van.
1887513
No you do not have to have a license for this. It goes about a half a mile on full power. I suggest going to radio-locator.com and put in your ZIP Code to find an empty frequency. It works great
251877
Yes they can be, if you only operate on FRS or MURS frequencies. Those frequencies are open to everyone, no license required.
515234
A license is required to operate this radio within the HAM bands or on commercial frequencies, but if you are just going to listen, AND LISTEN ONLY no license is needed.
1887510
You do not need a license if the signal of this device is "limited to an effective service range of approximately 200 feet" per FCC.
2128321
Hello I have the same question Can i purchase this item, and only get the license? Thanks
140656
You will need a license if programming frequencies on VHF or UHF in business bands or any HAM frequencies including repeaters. You can use the radio if authorized in public safety frequencies, example if you work for any licensed department and you have been authorized to use or given a radio number under the department's license. You don't need license if programming FRS frequencies or open channels available for public use, example Marine frequencies for boat users.
251872
Short answer: no. They need a license for either commercial or amateur service. They are not type accepted for use in GMRS or FRS.
251876
It is illegal to transmit with this radio without an amateur radio technical class license. However, what many people don't understand is "there is no benefit to this radio over a hybrid GMRS/FRS handy" for an unlicensed radio operator. Moreover you shouldn't be fooled by the "high power" models of these radios. The only thing the high power versions are good for, is keeping your hands warm!
2241800
The person that answered the question about the FCC regulations. It is true, but there are several bands this radio will program too that do not require any FCC regulation ot license.
2123281
The answer is generally yes. You do not need a license if all you are going to do is listen. You do not need a license to use it on VHF Marine Channels from you pleasure craft. It might help if you would add to your question what you were wanting to do with it. If you are thinking the 2 meter Amateur Radio Band and try operating without a License that would be very dangerous. Hams are self enforcing and have the skills to locate you. Other than just a few minor exceptions you need a license to transmit. Clint Stockton, AG0K
257400
It is my understanding that they offer only a single or three-user license. They are very helpful, go on-line and get their contact telephone number for sales they can give you the details
717065
This is a complicated question. These walkie talkies can operate on FRS and GMRS frequencies. Normally, it is alright to operate on FRS frequencies without a license. However, these walkie talkies do not meet the standard for operating on FRS without a license. FRS walkie talkies are supposed to operate with no more than 500 milliwatts of power and have a permanently attached antenna. The antennae on these walkie talkies are detachable and they operate with up to 5 watts of power (5000 milliwatts). Therefore, technically you cannot operate these without a license. However, I only operate these on FRS frequencies and I have had no problems. I'll be damned if the FCC ever measures the output power of radios operating on FRS bands. I stay away from GMRS frequencies which absolutely require a license to use. So in conclusion, technically you need a license but if you only stick to FRS frequencies you shouldn't have any trouble.