Need a great Father’s Day gift idea? The Motorola Talkabout MC220R Two-Way Radios are perfect for the hiker, fisherman or any dad who likes to spend time outdoors. These radios are designed for active families who need high-quality outdoor communication. They can also be used at the mall, playground or simply around the neighborhood. The Motorola MC220R Talkabouts can be found at Target.
Features of the Motorola Talkabout Two-Way Radios
The sleek blue and black appearance of the Talkabout radios gives them a strong, rugged look. They come equipped with a sturdy clip and accessory connector, which gives you use of a handset if you need hands-free operation. A charger is included but three AA batteries can be slipped in for 37 hours of power.
The Talkabouts provide users with 22 frequencies and 38 privacy codes to reduce interruption. They can be used with other compatible Motorola products. With a possible range of 16 miles, these are great for various outdoor and indoor activities. The MC220 model that I tested has both Family Radio Service (FRS) and General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies, which provides more channel combinations.
Testing the Motorola Radio Frequency and Range
After experimenting with my Motorola Talkabouts, I found the product description to be accurate. My son and I tested them in our home while he was upstairs and I was downstairs and they worked well (except for when he forgot to hold down the button while talking). We used them outside in our yard and at the playground. The high winds that day didn’t interfere with the sound clarity and the frequencies were easy to change.
Over a weekend, we took them to a state park near our home. We split up at a distance of three miles and were able to talk back and forth to each other without any interference. There weren’t many trees in that particular area and the landscape was flat. Although we don’t have mountains near our home, my husband and I used similar Motorola radios hiking in the Colorado Rockies and experienced a range of at least four miles, though I can’t remember the exact distance.
It’s important to remember that the range will always depend on where you are; “peak to park” and areas without obstruction produce optimum range. If you are inside a sprawling building with large obstructions the range may diminish. Heavily wooded areas may also produce some interference.
The sleek look and rugged construction of the Motorola Talkabout Two-Way Radios make this a well-designed gift that shows how much you appreciate that special dad in your life.
Motorola’s Talkabout Two-Way Radios were provided to The Untrained Housewife for the purposes of review. Win your own set from Untrained Housewife’s Summer Fun Giveaway.
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