Talkabout T7200

 

Page Type Gear Review
Object Title Talkabout T7200
Manufacturer Motorola
Page By marcminish
Page Type Aug 9, 2002 / Aug 9, 2002
Object ID 441
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Powerful two-way radio offers 2-watts of power for clear transmissions up to five miles.



Radio broadcasts on 8 GMRS and 14 FRS frequencies with 38 interference eliminator codes. NOAA weather receiver allows you to monitor local weather broadcasts and receive audible warnings when storm warnings are issued. Three Eavesdrop Reducer codes scramble private messages to help prevent eavesdropping. Large backlit LCD display with signal strength indicator and battery meter indicator. Built-in VOX provides hands-free communication with no additional accessories required!



The T7200 radio operates on radio frequencies that are regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC); license and fee's required. Imported.

  • 2 Watts of Power (GMRS)
  • 8 GMRS UHF Channels
  • 14 FRS/GMRS Channels
  • 8 GMRS Repeater Channels
  • 8 NOAA Weather Channels
  • 38 Private Line Codes Built-In
  • Eavesdrop Scramble Mode
  • Keypad / Control Lock
  • Hands Free or Accessory VOX
  • 3 VOX Sensitivity Settings
  • Signal Strength Indicator
  • 10 Audible Call Tone Alerts
  • Battery Meter and Low Alert
  • Audio Accessory Port Built-In
  • Rugged Fixed Antenna
  • Includes Carry Holster w/Clip
  • Includes 2 Extra Face Plates

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marcminish - Aug 9, 2002 11:54 am - Voted 5/5

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The radio has a great range with reasonable clarity of signal. The buttons and features of the radio are not hard to figure out and operate. (You won't have to re-read the owner's manual every time you use it.) Good backlighting and "by feel" operation make using it in the dark easy also.



The weather radio feature is one of the most useful fuctions since it will automatically alert you to weather warnings. They are extremely durable: my brother dropped one my T7200s about forty feet onto granite rocks and it still worked albeit with some scratches to the plastic casing. I was amazed!

paule - May 9, 2003 4:01 pm - Voted 5/5

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This is by far the best radio to date, hands down. I have tried quite a few other radios, most of them Motorola or Cobra, and the T7200 is the most durable, feature-packed radio out there. There are some interesting new hybrids out that combine many radio features and GPS in one unit, but the quality and feature base is probably like buying a combo TV/VCR. The number of channels, scramble code combinations, and ringer codes makes this radio perfect for a duo or large climbing teams.

These cost a little more than most other radios, but the features are worth every penny.

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