Can I use this Radio in a few company cars for my auto shop? If not what radio would be best and would I need a license to use it?
296921
i don't know about busisness use. but i would assume you would have to have a license. i use mine for ham radio as i am a license ham radio operator. joe
296922
You need a license to operate on the ham bands, and a license to operate on commercial bands.
296923
They are a very good radio I use mine on Ham radio. Which you have to be licensed. You need to apply for a business license from the FCC and see what frequency they give you I'm not sure what your location is and if you are in a heavily populated area or in the country if you have that many vehicles chances are you will need to be hooked up with a repeater system a lot of times there is somebody in the local area who supplies radios and repeater system .Chances are you would be cheaper off with a cell phones.
296924
NO! This is a HAM radio ONLY. It is not FCC Part 90 certified for commercial use.
251873
Let's see if we can get this straight. This radio is FCC Part 90 accepted. That means it can be used on most frequencies in the VHF or UHF band, as long as the user is properly licensed by the FCC. There are five Multi-Use Radio Service (MURS) VHF frequencies that do not require a license. However, this radio cannot be used legally on MURS frequencies because it's not Part 95 certifed. It is not legal to use this radio on FRS frequencies at all. Note that GMRS frequencies cannot be used for business purposes, but can be used for any personal or family communication. Unfortunately, this radio is not Part 95 certified, so it can't legally be udes on those frequencies. There are also so-called "DOT" and "Star" frequencies that require a simple license from the FCC. If you want to be legal, you can get licensed on any of these frequencies by filling out a simple FCC form and sending the FCC money, usually about $85. The bottom line is that this radio cannot be used without some type of FCC license. You can do a Google search to find out how to apply for an FCC license on any of the business frequencies in the VHF or UHF bands.
1716319
To legally use these radios you would need a valid FCC license. If you are going to use the radios in the amateur radio 440MHz band, then you'd need an amateur radio license. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/70-centimeter_bandIf you are going to use the radios in the GMRS service, then you'll need a GMRS license. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GMRSIf you are going to use the radios in the FRS service, then it is illegal per FCC rules and regulations pertaining to the FRS radio service. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Radio_Servic
499551
Like much of the internet you get many wrong answers.I am an FCC license examiner and I am telling you there is NO part of the frequency spectrum this radio uses that does not require FCC approval to operate on.As one man stated you will receive hefty fines and your equipment will be confiscated when you are caught.And I do not mean hundreds of dollars it is thousands of dollars.
1450011
These radios are primarily meant to be used on the 440 mhz amateur band,whick requires a ham radio license. Using it without a license and knowledgeof repeater frequencies could illegally trigger amatuer repeaters.They will tune somewhat above and below the 440mhz band. but you mustinquire the FCC for that legality. the main reason they may not be used without license is they put out either2 or 5 watts which is above the part 19 no license limil.Lee Miller
223223
These are two-way radios and do not need to be programmed. You do not need a license to use these in the U.S.
1913947
You can operate it just fine without a license as long as you don't transmit! People, please don't posture like an expert in something that you clearly aren't an expert (or even a novice, given the replies here) in!This goes for all but 2 of the commenters here, who actually got it right.
499547
Just buy FRS radios and you're good to go. Look for better quality radios and get spare batteries. Choose a radio where it's easy to change batteries and has an easy charging scheme. BTW you only need a Ham license when operating on Ham frequencies. This radio will operate on more than Ham frequencies. It is not illegal to possess this radio without any type license.
345125
For the most part yes. since this radio was built in a foreign country, there operating laws pertaining to Radio models are different than those of the United States. 90 percent of the frequencies accessible on this radio require a special license, however there are licensed free frequencies available for use, however the power and special requirements are still required to use in the United States.
1716321
Maybe. Most likely in the business band (part 90) although equipment must be certified for non-Amateur use. The description does not specify if this equipment is Part 90 certified. You can not use for FRS or GMRS because the radio needs to be Part 95 certified. Since it does not appear the power can be limited to 1/2 watt and the antenna appears to be removable, I would think the radio will not be Part 95 certified for FRS. The reviewers that are using the radios and just picked a frequency do run the risk of causing interference with other licensed users. The FCC fines usually start at $12,500. A business license is about $260 for ten years in UHF. Maybe. Most likely in the business band (part 90) although equipment must be certified for non-Amateur use. The description does not specify if this equipment is Part 90 certified. You can not use for FRS or GMRS because the radio needs to be Part 95 certified. Since it does not appear the power can be limited to 1/2 watt and the antenna appears to be removable, I would think the radio will not be Part 95 certified for FRS. The reviewers that are using the radios and just picked a frequency do run the risk of causing interference with other licensed users. The FCC fines usually start at... » Read More Maybe. Most likely in the business band (part 90) although equipment must be certified for non-Amateur use. The description does not specify if this equipment is Part 90 certified. You can not use for FRS or GMRS because the radio needs to be Part 95 certified. Since it does not appear the power can be limited to 1/2 watt and the antenna appears to be removable, I would think the radio will not be Part 95 certified for FRS. The reviewers that are using the radios and just picked a frequency do run the risk of causing interference with other licensed users. The FCC fines usually start at $12,500. A business license is about $260 for ten years in UHF. « Show Less
136534
You don't. The radio can be programmed with the keypad. Remember these radios aren't simple walkie talkies. You need an amateur radio license to legally use them.
2107799
Dear, please do not worry, it is a universal car radio, you should be able to have all the necessary wiring connections with it.
493474
It can use the radio, but since I live near town the interference is horrible. The unit has it's own speakers. However, if you are driving and you don't want hear the video they are watching. I suggest you buy the cordless headsets, then they can watch and you can have your radio for whatever you want to listen to.
1450009
These radios are primarily meant to be used on the 440 mhz amateur band, whick requires a ham radio license. Using it without a license and knowledge of repeater frequencies could illegally trigger amatuer repeaters. They will tune somewhat above and below the 440mhz band. but you must inquire the FCC for that legality. the main reason they may not be used without license is they put out either 2 or 5 watts which is above the part 19 no license limil. Lee Miller
2241803
you can set it up so it's FCC legal but the learning curve is high, and you would need to train your staff in how to use and how not to use this unit. If you can get past that there is no cheaper way to go with the options this unit has. I would recommend you look at the Motorola VL-50 this radio is designed for your needs. it is just as secure, easy to use, but its cost is around 200.00 per unit. any unit over 1/2 a watt will work well for you. remember that any more than 1\2 a watt and you could be interfering with other places around you.
176368
Michelle it can be used with your existing car radio by using a aux port if you radio has one or you can use the FM option where you tune it to a FM station that you can choose yourself through the menu button on the unit. You can also do like the other user and purchase a home docking station so you can enjoy it in your car and home. Hope this answered your question. Bright Blessings.
499553
You can use a CB ,murs or Frs radio without a license CB radio are monitored on channel 9 in case of emergency this is a plus this radio is not legal to use without a license it exceeded the wattage requirement 2 watts max Murs and frs 500 milliwatts serious fines and confiscated equipment is what will happen if this radio is used without a license