I learned that GMRS channels 1-7 15-22 require an FCC license. Really?
992709
This is true however it's an extremely easy process you can do it right online pay a small fee and they mail you the license. Not sure how that could ever be realistically enforced but if you're looking for that "peace of mind" it's not a big deal to get it. http://www.fcc.gov/encyclopedia/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs
1684956
If you units have like channels like 14, 15 etc they will communicate. Be careful as some channels need to be licensed.
808759
The radio does work on GMRS and FRS frequencies. However, It is illegal to use the radio on those frequencies.
2021180
Hi friend,thanks for your contact.Please let me inform you that US civil channel is 462-467.If you use them in these frequency,you needn't get any licence .Otherwise,you need to program them to 462-467 frequency.Hope it helpful to you.If any other problems,please email us freely,-alwaysonline store
808763
The answer comes in two parts. Physically, this radio can be programmed for FRS and GMRS frequencies as they fall in the 462-467 mhz range. The radio, however, is not FCC Type Accepted for these bands, however, so transmitting on FRS or GMRS would be illegal in the U.S. Also, the radio has a removable antenna and its minimum power violate the rules for FRS.
401983
CBS commercial broadcasting system which is free GMRs is general Mode radio service Which u have to pay the fcc to use that ban frms is family radio mode service witch is free. Gmrs goes farther that's why u have to pay.
1913943
No, but to TRANSMIT on Amateur radio or GMRS frequencies, then YES, you'll need the correct license.
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.
417985
No. This radio does not transmit on the GMRS frequencies, it only receives on those frequencies. Given the ease of passing the test, low fee($15 for ten years as opposed to $99/year), and the great amateur radio community why don't you try for your license?
244964
The FCC licenses broadcast stations, not devices. Since you set the frequency yourself, you are creating a broadcast station. The FCC doesn't require licenses for low power broadcast stations as long as they don't interfere with licensed stations. That means that you have to find a vacant frequency with enough surrounding clear space so it doesn't bleed into surrounding stations. If you do interfere with a licensed station the FCC will be on you like a chicken on a June bug. My unit broadcasts for about a block so back yard is no problem - unless you have a VERY big back yard.
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
652734
I can only speak for the USA. This radio can operate in FRS, GMRS, MURS, Marine Ham and a whole variety of public safety and commercial use frequencies. You do not need a license for FRS MURS and Marine frequencies. However, to use FRS, MURS and Marine frequencies you must follow the rules pertaining to those frequencies and that is where you'll have a problem with the Baofeng radio. The Baofeng radio is NOT type certified for use in those frequencies. Additionally, the Baofeng radio has capabilities that can cause problems in those frequencies. I don't know if you can adjust the settings and antenna gain in order to avoid detection, but I know that if you misapply the settings, you'll definitely cause problems and eventually will get caught and face a HUGE fine. My suggestion is to do one of the following: 1) Get a Ham radio license. It will cost you $15 for the test. The test bank is online, so you can easily study or memorize the right answers. The license will expire when you expire. 2) Get a GMRS license ($85/5 years) and GMRS certified radios. Only one license is required family. 3) Try MURS radios. I listen to these frequencies with my Baofeng and I don't hear much on them, so you'll probably have good luck with them. I don't know how many MURS radios are out there.
1450008
no you don,t need a license for this radio,because of the range.-2miles is all I get;my CB radio is 30 miles range most any time' an more than that on cloudy days;NO LICENSE NEEDED;
1236639
Only if you program them for FMRS frequencies. Your best bet is a cheap set from a box store already programmed for FMRS or MURS. These must be programmed and are easy to get into trouble using if you aren't familiar with the spectrums regulated by the FCC.
345126
No, if you use the FRS or GMRS band channels. Check google for the corresponding channels to frequencies, just google frs or gmrs channel frequency list.
771527
No, this is a marine radio and the frequencies it uses are reserved by the FCC for mariners.
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.