Are these radios FRS or GRMS or a combined radio?
511286
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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.
2197406
I had the same problem... this description is not accurate - there are only 2 radios.
392590
Did you check the compatability list of all the radios that are compatable?
435031
You would want one set of two, which is what this product is. You only need one to get both radios.
1848251
I believe the current firmware on our UV-5R radios is BFS311, as checked in the CHIRP software.
732390
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
1599245
Yep, the one that was delivered to me was unlocked. However, not to worry. If it is locked, there are several free software programs that will help you program the frequencies you need and also unlock the radio for FRS, GMRS, ect. KGUVC Commander is one program that comes to mind. Check with others in your area for leagal rules before using on these frequencies.
562526
Older first generation Motorola FRS radios were 14 channel or frequencies. New models are GMRS service 22 channel and should still transmit and receive on most of the original 14 channels.
2241799
NO, keep in mind this radio operates on amateur bands that require a ham radio license, so typically commercial use is frowned upon. If you use them on FRS frequencies you'd be ok, but you can get a set of walkie talkies from Home Depot that work on FRS and do the same job.
1240308
i am not sure, as i have yet to acquire a Frs myself.sorry about not being able to respond.
1869306
Sadly, it is just 1 radio. 2 need to be purchased if you want to communicate.
2224039
No, and as far as i know there is no plan for that in the future as they run on completely different types of firmware. These radios are just like other vendors radios where they are managed directly on the device though a WebGUI.
1116389
The reason you cannot talk between Citizens Band (CB) and Family Radio Service/General Mobile Radio Service (FRS/GMRS) is because they operate on different frequencies. CB radios operate within the 27MHz (11M) frequency. FRSGMRS operate within the 462 and 467MHz frequency.
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.
11200
Most Motorola radios (frs) use single pin analogs. This is dual pin. Buy a Kenwood or Bao Feng on the cheap, mate.
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.