Motorola T9500XLR

[Spearball]

http://direct.motorola.com/ENS/web_p...A&language=ENS

Anyone know if these 2 way radios have an option to control the output signal like low to high or are they just one setting?

[David M]

The transmission power?

I checked the specs and I see no transmission power setting like a high/low setting. There are ways of partially attenuating rubber ducky antennas like that though.

That 25 mile range is highly optimistic and is only for line of sight communication in optimal weather.

What are you trying to do? Perhaps we can help?

[Spearball]

Yea i did some research and found out that the 25 mile is not true at all unless your using them in an open field with no obstacles at all. In the city they would only reach at about 2 miles max.

Do you know if theres any decent pair i can get for 120 $ CAD? Should i stick with motorola?

[David M]

Motorola makes all kinds of professional grade radios. I don't know about those consumer grade radios specifically but I do trust the brand name. Maybe Google some reviews on those radios?

There is a disclaimer on the URL you posted saying just that.."under optimum conditions". I have used those FRS radios a number of times when I go places such as camping or Disneyland...they work great within the first mile generally..outside of that distance and it all depends. They are only a half-watt so it makes sense why they do not transmit much further.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Radio_Service

[Spearball]

Originally Posted by David M they work great within the first mile generally..outside of that distance and it all depends. They are only a half-watt so it makes sense why they do not transmit much further. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Family_Radio_Service

Funny though you say their only half a watt. I heard that these radios can go up to 2 watts and are GRMS capable. It really depends... like they say, on conditions and interference. Also, i guess you get for what you pay for. You want long range...you gotta pull out more money from your pocket

[David M]

I believe you will need a license if you buy a unit capable of more than 1/2 watts and choose to transmit at more than 1/2 a watt. It's probably a no brainer FCC test.