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 | Title : Motorola TalkAbout T6220 (AA) 2-Way Radio with Weather Radio (Graphite Black, Single)
Author : Motorola
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Binding : Electronics
Regular Price : $54.99
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Editorial Reviews :
The small, compact Motorola Talkabout T6220 allows you to keep in touch with others within a range of up to two miles. With 14 channels and 38 privacy codes, this graphite black Family Radio Service (FRS) two-way radio screens out interference from other radios.
The T6220 features 8 weather channels to provide up-to-the-minute reports and alerts on weather conditions. Additionally, it has VibraCall alert--which vibrates the radio to notify you of incoming calls--10 selectable call tones, and a visual indicator that lets you know when other radios are out of range. Its weather-resistant design assures that you can take it into almost any environment without any worries.
This radio requires three AA batteries (not included) for up to 30 hours of operation. Other features include channel scan and the Eavesdrop Reducer, which keeps anyone physically nearby from listening in on your transmissions. The Talkabout T6220 is covered by a one-year warranty.
Buyer Reviews :
These new Motorolas are definitely a nice upgrade from the previous models. Comparing it to my T289s, it is slightly smaller, more feature packed, and generally more fun to use. The new features, such as the 'Roger Beep' after releasing the Talk button, and the scrambling options, really make it much more attractive than its predecessors. I even found that the T6220 was able to RECEIVE transmissions (from a T289) more clearly and with less static than my T289. Everything sounds great right? Not exactly.
I really don't understand what on earth Motorola was thinking when they placed the microphone inside the right-hand side button (I believe the Scan button). The instruction manual specifically states to be careful not to cover the microphone while using the Talk button. In order not to cover it, however, you can forget using your right hand because unless you feel like contorting your hand in some strange position while using the radio, it WILL cover the microphone. Even so, when using my left hand the microphone did an extremely poor job of picking-up my voice. When comparing it to the T289, my wife and I agreed that voice transmissions SENT on the T6220 are probably only half as loud and clear as on the T289. A number of times my wife had to ask me to repeat what I was saying.
Unforturnately, the poor performance of the microphone alone was enough to warrant my returning the T6220 and staying with the T289. I hope enough people complain about this problem that Motorola revises the unit to place the microphone in the same location as their older units. If it wasn't for the voice transmission quality issue, I would have given the T6220 an easy '5.'
(by Mark Schwantje)
Features/Technical Specs :
* 14-channel FRS 2-way radio and up to 2-mile range
* 38 CTCSS subcodes per channel for communicating with less interference from other users
* Includes 8 NOAA weather channels--receive audible alerts when storm warnings are issued
* 10 selectable call tones; vibrating function for incoming calls
* Rechargeable capable with optional accessory upgrade kit
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