What is the best GMRS Radio available for under $100/pair ? I was looking at the Midland GXT1050VP4, is there others made that are comparable/better?
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While there are many good radios available in this price range, you would be hard pressed to find a better radio for the price. Features, flexibility of battery types all make this an excellent choice!
320561
I do not have or ever used a model XTR-140 0r 145---The XTR-265 I currently use in one of my vehicles is well worth the moneyI paid. If you have a companion that is annoyed with the sound of loud units, the 265 is what you want, it lets you know in a more refined way. Has some false signals but most of the time, it is your best highway friend. I like Whistler Detectors.
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RTK. I have some of these units. They work really well. I only use the transmitter portion, so I have a couple of receivers laying around. If you would them, just let me know.
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as a 40 year shortwave listener to world band radio. having a table top that cost over $1,000 and several portable shortwave radios, you truly get what you pay for. the sony is rated top in it's class, and i agree with this. sounds good, work great if you want to put head phones and tune in fm. i have grundigs, but they were made in germanyand cost $500. get on the net and type in "best shortwave radio" and you will find the sony icf-sw7600gr at the top of most list.doc russ
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I'd be careful about answering whether it works "well" with any radio. My experience using it with a Midland GTX5000 was that it did work but 'd rate it as marginal. Receiving volume is not as loud as it should be regardless of where the radio volume control is set. If there is background noise it is hard to hear - just my opinion. I have used other radios with hand mics and have had excellent reception. This remote mic may be very specific to the radio it works best with. I can't say which radio that is. I would not buy one again without knowing which radio it is designed for. All 2 pin hand mics are not equal.
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I've not found the radio below $800. Please point me to the $125-$175 FT-857D's please.
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Technical The 5 watts will help, but you can only use it on the GMRS frequencies for which you have a $80.00 a year federal incense. In real life if you get a mile out of any of these radios you are doing good. No matter what the claim about 2-50 mile talk--this happens only in perfect condition and they NEVER exist. These radios are for short range personal use where permitted to be able to reach the other party. If you want to talk great distance become an Amateur radio operator--it is easy to get licensed. Hope this helps but explains why they don't do what they claim. Jerry KD4EYU
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Grab one of these and enjoy....The TERK XM6 outdoor antenna. You can also get extra cable if you need it. Awesome radio inside the home or in the car!
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These are probably too complex for the casual user. You might might consider good quality GMRS walkie talkies, which will have about the same range as these.
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If you download free software and have the correct programing cable, you can "unlock" the radio to work up to about 150mh. GMRS requires a license in most cases, but that is up to you. FRS does not require a license, unless the laws have been recently changed. This is a good radio, well worth the money.
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Dear Sir,please let me inform you that US civil channel is 462-467.You needn't get the licence in these frenquency. Otherwise, If you are going to use the radios in the amateur radio 440MHz band, then you'd need an amateur radio license. If you are going to use the radios in the GMRS service, then you'll need a GMRS license.
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To be completely honest, the XTR-435 from whistler works much better. The CR85 works decent enough but not as effectively as the XTR model which I highly recommend. :)
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Ive been using this radio for the last 2 or so weeks. blue tooth is nice. usb is sweet. i dont know about the steering audio control. Im guessing your talking about a setting window where you can balance out trbl bass etc but i havent found one. I do however think this is worth picking up for the price.
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Yes GMRS is a licensed radio services and requires you to fill out a form and send 85$ to the FCC in order to legally use the GMRS frequencies. However the FRS frequencies are free and open to everyone. Just do not use GMRS frequencies if you don't want to go through the hassle and you will still have quite a few channels to use. Many use GMRS without a license but they risk jamming or interfering with critical services using the GMRS band already such as REACT or SKYWARN
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If you have already checked Amazon with no luck, I would try a co. Called TSI Radio. Or TSS Radio. Forgot which it is. Also EBay. I hope this helps.
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Without an swr matcher, the A99 runs 40 CB channels well has below 1.5 swr match right out of the box - I use a matcher and get 12, 11, 10 meters - 22-30 mH...handles linear amp power well. never adjust rings. Use very good low loss cable. Great for freaked radios-covers easily above and below 11 meters. Coil system discharges static electricity build up, so helps with lightning protection. 3 fiber glass sections-18 feet high - works mounted low too, since has low radiation with optional radisals. Handles weather, rain/wind well. Have had couple since the 80's, I think. A99 is half wave, better than 1/4 wave, OR maybe upgrade to 5/8 wave--A99 is kind of a beginners antenna, with a good $ price. Without an swr matcher, the A99 runs 40 CB channels well has below 1.5 swr match right out of the box - I use a matcher and get 12, 11, 10 meters - 22-30 mH...handles linear amp power well. never adjust rings. Use very good low loss cable. Great for freaked radios-covers easily above and below 11 meters. Coil system discharges static electricity build up, so helps with lightning protection. 3 fiber glass sections-18 feet high - works mounted low too, since has low radiation with optional radisals. Handles weather, rain/wind well. Have had couple since the 80's, I think. A99 is half wave,... » Read More Without an swr matcher, the A99 runs 40 CB channels well has below 1.5 swr match right out of the box - I use a matcher and get 12, 11, 10 meters - 22-30 mH...handles linear amp power well. never adjust rings. Use very good low loss cable. Great for freaked radios-covers easily above and below 11 meters. Coil system discharges static electricity build up, so helps with lightning protection. 3 fiber glass sections-18 feet high - works mounted low too, since has low radiation with optional radisals. Handles weather, rain/wind well. Have had couple since the 80's, I think. A99 is half wave, better than 1/4 wave, OR maybe upgrade to 5/8 wave--A99 is kind of a beginners antenna, with a good $ price. « Show Less
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The PL 660 is a very good radio.. I have had mine around 2 years now and have had no problem with it. I am very perticular about reception on all the bands and this radio does an excellent job.. AM and FM reception is great... Shortwave and Side Band work very well and I also can pick up many airplanes both near and far.. It is more sensitive than my Bearcat Scanner SC 150 and I was suprised about that..It puts me to sleep every night and when I go somewhere I just unplug it and take it with me.. Battery life is fine with the rechargable batteries... Save your money and get a PL 660...It is all the radio you will ever need...