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МехаРейнджер-1CRIY
15.05.2014
10/10
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I help run a local non profit haunted house for the Jaycees, and two of us picked these up. While we have a bunch of others, we wanted something better.
It was very nice being able to monitor two channels at once. I can keep an eye on the channel that does all the timing, and keep an eye on the general talk from the other workers.
Being outside all October, it was also nice being able to keep an eye on the weather at the same time.
The headsets they come with were wonderful. While not fully comfortable, they worked like they should without issues.
I have had no battery issues, but will update this if I have any issues with them this summer when we start building for next year.
It was very nice being able to monitor two channels at once. I can keep an eye on the channel that does all the timing, and keep an eye on the general talk from the other workers.
Being outside all October, it was also nice being able to keep an eye on the weather at the same time.
The headsets they come with were wonderful. While not fully comfortable, they worked like they should without issues.
I have had no battery issues, but will update this if I have any issues with them this summer when we start building for next year.
ТехноНаблюдатель-1KFMJ
02.08.2014
6/10
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Плохо
The radios themselves are really good, and we get about a 2.5 to 3 mile range out of them in deep woods. my main gripe is battery life. The battery packs do not hold a charge. Not a big deal if you want to use AA batteries, but it irritates me to have to continually pay for additional battery packs that still don't hold a charge. Other than the battery packs, I really like the radios. They are made well and have decent range and great clarity.
Квазар-8JDKJ
18.10.2014
2/10
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Ужасно
I recieved my radios and charged them, too bad one radio is loccked and we are unable to unlock it. We followed the instructions and contacted the company and we still can't use it.
Квазар-3DCZD
08.04.2013
10/10
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Великолепно
Is this a military or law enforcement grade communications set? No. Can you get such a set for this price point? No.
I wanted it for communications while hiking or doing yard work, person to person over short distances. It serves this purpose quite well. I tested the VOX setting with the included headset and it worked as advertised - which was a concern based on some of the other reviews.
I live in a very hilly area and the hills do present an issue - as expected. These are line-of-sight devices. If you get in a valley you're going to have signal loss. But I was able to test over the distances I expect to operate the radios (around the house and around the neighborhood) and they functioned actually better than I expected. Do I think these radios would have a 36 mile range? Maybe in White Sands where there are no obstruction for 36 miles. But since I never expect to use the radios over that distance, I'm fine with that. I tested at about 1.5 miles - the longest distance where I could find no significant obstructions and the signal was clear.
There are all kinds of settings for these radios, including a privacy feature and the ability to up the signal to license-required level. I tested the former but not the latter (I don't have an operators license). As mentioned above I tested the VOX both with and without the 'whisper' mode it worked in both modes but much better with 'whisper' mode enabled. Standing 15 feet from my wife she was able to hear me over the radio while not able to hear what I was saying without the radio assist. I must say that I stopped using VOX + 'whisper' though...it picked up my breathing while I was dong some yard work and kept transmitting so I turned it off. VOX also clips about the first syllable of your transmission. Not a flaw of the system, just something to keep in mind.
In my estimation, if you need more than these radios provide, you need your HAM amateur operator's license and a much more expensive setup. For my intended purpose it is what I need at a price where I can afford it.
I wanted it for communications while hiking or doing yard work, person to person over short distances. It serves this purpose quite well. I tested the VOX setting with the included headset and it worked as advertised - which was a concern based on some of the other reviews.
I live in a very hilly area and the hills do present an issue - as expected. These are line-of-sight devices. If you get in a valley you're going to have signal loss. But I was able to test over the distances I expect to operate the radios (around the house and around the neighborhood) and they functioned actually better than I expected. Do I think these radios would have a 36 mile range? Maybe in White Sands where there are no obstruction for 36 miles. But since I never expect to use the radios over that distance, I'm fine with that. I tested at about 1.5 miles - the longest distance where I could find no significant obstructions and the signal was clear.
There are all kinds of settings for these radios, including a privacy feature and the ability to up the signal to license-required level. I tested the former but not the latter (I don't have an operators license). As mentioned above I tested the VOX both with and without the 'whisper' mode it worked in both modes but much better with 'whisper' mode enabled. Standing 15 feet from my wife she was able to hear me over the radio while not able to hear what I was saying without the radio assist. I must say that I stopped using VOX + 'whisper' though...it picked up my breathing while I was dong some yard work and kept transmitting so I turned it off. VOX also clips about the first syllable of your transmission. Not a flaw of the system, just something to keep in mind.
In my estimation, if you need more than these radios provide, you need your HAM amateur operator's license and a much more expensive setup. For my intended purpose it is what I need at a price where I can afford it.
Альфа-Юнит-3UVGJ
01.11.2014
10/10
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Великолепно
Use them in a big commercial building with cinder block walls. Quite a few other radios didn't work and this one has been great.
Фотон-9SRPY
25.10.2014
10/10
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We have bought over 15 radios, we used them for the staff at our church and the do a great job. Our building is 7,000 square foot, plus the parking lot.
Нейрон-5TKFA
04.11.2014
4/10
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Nothing but problems with these units. The Mic has gone out on 2 of them for no reason. Next time I'm going Motorola.
Астрономад-4HWVC
25.09.2014
6/10
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Плохо
I ordered two sets, of which one did not work at all and another just simply would not hold a charge. The range was fine for our event planning service but they ran out of juice half way through the events. Maybe we just got a bad batch but its a gamble.
ИнфраГость-8EQTZ
30.10.2014
10/10
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Великолепно
Works well even in a city with tall buildings and hills at a distance of about 4 miles as long as you are both outside.
Сириус-4VUKX
14.09.2014
10/10
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These radios are absolutely perfect. My husband and I can always communicate when he's out on the grounds! No more yelling and waving my arms when I need him! The reception distance of 4 miles is fabulous here in rural Maine! An SOS button is a real PLUS for an emergency!
Пандорец-4PTXU
21.10.2014
6/10
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Плохо
They work well but after only 2 weeks one radio started acting up. Before you press the button to speak you have to turn it off and then back on.
Аргонавт-5MSES
21.09.2014
6/10
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Плохо
These are very good on land. The range was decent for my kids playing on and around the block. However, I bought these for my cruise and I was not satisfied with the performance. Lots of interference on all channels. We ended up not using them.
Кронос-0AHSW
21.05.2014
6/10
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Плохо
I like the radios okay, they seem to work as advertised, if that changes I will update my review. However Amazon loses 2 stars for not warning UPFRONT that the user must also pay a $85 application fee for a license to the FCC to use most of the channels. That data is revealed further on down the page in the A"questions" area. The channels that do not require a license do not have nowhere near the range that the others do! When I called the Midland company the lady informed me that if I were just using the set around my house I would be fine. If that is true then there are a lot of other radios out there that do the same thing for a lot less money!
Зета-Орион-5LTCK
23.10.2014
10/10
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Великолепно
Tested up to about 3 miles with my friend and I driving in our cars in opposite directions until we lost signal! Really clear!
Эксопилот-3CZJK
04.09.2014
2/10
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Too many people using the same frequencies all talking over one another, poor range.
Traded up to BaoFeng UV-5RA, much better radio's for the price, better range and private channels.
Plus you can get licensed to use a repeater which really improves the range by a hundred times.
Traded up to BaoFeng UV-5RA, much better radio's for the price, better range and private channels.
Plus you can get licensed to use a repeater which really improves the range by a hundred times.
Пульсар-6FBWF
28.09.2014
8/10
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Хорошо
Great Birthday present for my 12 year old son. He uses them on bike rides and can keep me updated on his whereabouts. We got these in hope of bying us one more year without a cell phone. So far, so good.
ИнфраГость-8VZCE
17.07.2014
6/10
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Плохо
i haven't tested it out on extremely far distances, but i have tested it with a few hundred feet or so and it seems to do the job. I was driving and communicating with someone in another car, and there was a lot of static when we were about really far (not sure how far exactly). But overall, it's pretty good for its cost and if you're only planning on using them close-ish distances. I wouldn't trust this thing too much if you're too far from one another.
Сириус-8QNRF
14.08.2012
10/10
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The Midland GXT1000VP4/1050VP4 two way GMRS type products are some of the best we civilian consumers can purchase. They have a multitude of functionality, many of which are quite practical. The phasing of Frequencies referred to as Midland's Privacy Codes: CTCSS and DCS do allow a nice electronics matrixing of the otherwise actual "22 FCC Channels" assigned for these type products. Through multiplexing, Midland can state that you have some 50 direct channels, plus incorporating a total of 284 Privacy Codes (38 CTCSS or 104 DCS x 2 = 284 optional selectable Codes) to enable the user to literally have some true privacy if they desire. Or just utilize the straight 1-50 channels. FRS (Family Radio Service) channels (8-14) are still set to less than 1 watt of power by FCC Regs. However, GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) channels (1-7 and 15-22) still allow for a maximum of 5 watts of "input power" to the final transmitting section of the electronics. This provides an actual "output" power of anywhere from 1 watt to 4.5 watts of power depending on the state of your Battery Power. That is sufficient power to carry you through many miles on flat land/water, or at least a mile in more obstructive areas such as "in the woods". How they advertise 36 mile ranges must be from mountain top to mountain top with NO clouds, rain, super batteries, etc.
These radios also enable settings for hands-free voice activated transmit (VOX), Microphone Sensitivity (whisper mode), and each radio has an Ear Bud & Clip-on PTT (Press To Talk) switch. You can also disable the "Beep" sound when transmitting, or no Squelch sound for receiving in conditions such as Hunting, whereby you do not want a radio making noise. Having Weather Stations and various Weather notifications come in very handy when you are out in secluded areas. The included NiMh Battery packs for each unit hold up well, and as shown includes the Charger Base and Wiring for AC & DC operation. You also have the capability of removing the rechargeable battery pack and installing (4-AA) Alkaline batteries should you find yourself out of battery pack power, and no place to immediate recharge the battery packs. The radios are well built, user friendly. The only constructive criticism would be that Midland needs to offer a well-made Carrying Case or Cases, to accommodate these model radios. Things can and do happen to these pieces of electronics during normal usage, it doesn't do any good to have them exposed to branches, leaning up against some rock, or bumped into during a work job, or even falling down - so, hey Midland this has been requested numerous times by your customers - get with it. Also, Amazon does have a couple sellers that DO offer cases that will fit these particular model radios, and they at least afford some protection. Hope this helps the reader herein.
These radios also enable settings for hands-free voice activated transmit (VOX), Microphone Sensitivity (whisper mode), and each radio has an Ear Bud & Clip-on PTT (Press To Talk) switch. You can also disable the "Beep" sound when transmitting, or no Squelch sound for receiving in conditions such as Hunting, whereby you do not want a radio making noise. Having Weather Stations and various Weather notifications come in very handy when you are out in secluded areas. The included NiMh Battery packs for each unit hold up well, and as shown includes the Charger Base and Wiring for AC & DC operation. You also have the capability of removing the rechargeable battery pack and installing (4-AA) Alkaline batteries should you find yourself out of battery pack power, and no place to immediate recharge the battery packs. The radios are well built, user friendly. The only constructive criticism would be that Midland needs to offer a well-made Carrying Case or Cases, to accommodate these model radios. Things can and do happen to these pieces of electronics during normal usage, it doesn't do any good to have them exposed to branches, leaning up against some rock, or bumped into during a work job, or even falling down - so, hey Midland this has been requested numerous times by your customers - get with it. Also, Amazon does have a couple sellers that DO offer cases that will fit these particular model radios, and they at least afford some protection. Hope this helps the reader herein.
Зета-Орион-3OCYR
25.10.2014
10/10
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Великолепно
I like this set of radios because they come with a battery pack but they also work with AA batteries.
Фотон-1GFUY
03.12.2011
8/10
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I've used similar "inexpensive" Cobra and Motorola and I prefer the Midland for power and range and Motorola's "feel". Menus ARE a bit complicated on this unit, but I set them at home with the manual and don't mess with them in the field. I've used them about 3 years hiking, between cars in convoy on the highway, around the house ("okay, honey, turn off breaker #21"), and hunting. They are still going strong. Over 1 mi, these are better than others I've used (1/2 mi if there are obstructions). The weather radio is easy to use and a nice feature when you are out and mother nature starts doing things the weatherman didn't mention last night. When hunting, if charged each night, the battery packs have easily lasted 13hr plus each day for the last couple seasons. I forgot to recharge one night and it worked most of next day too, but mind you, I'm out there to hunt, not chit-chat. If you yap like a yuppie with a latte, you probably won't get that long. Probably won't see much to shoot at either. Hmmm.
The "package" of the included car charger and especially the earbuds make this a great value in my mind and why I recommended it. Car charger adds flexibility for use out and about. The earbuds work well but take a bit adjusting so they are tolerable in your ear for hours on end. When I'm hunting, even a vibrating cell phone makes enough noise to irritate me, not to mention all the commotion and movement it takes to dig it out and talk or text. By comparison I've found these earbuds silent to all but the one wearing them. These headsets have a well designed push-to-talk button (PTT) on the cord which has a nice solid "click" that I can feel even with mittens on. Route the wire so the button is exposed and you bury the radio in your layers and forget about it. With the roger-beep turned on (rb = on), I can respond by dead-keying the PTT to create a series of beeps (our code: 1-beep=yes, 2=no, 3=can't talk I'm huntin'). My buddy can talk as and when he wants and it doesn't risk disturbing anything around me. If I want to keep quiet, I can silently press the button 1, 2, or 3 times to respond. Or I can whisper - while I can't tell any difference with the "whisper mode" turned on or off, the mic pics up a whisper well if located optimally. We got thoroughly soaked by heavy rain the last day last year so I can attest to the water-resistance of the radios. One headset malfunctioned at the time, and I thought it was toast, but it worked again when it dried out and served us well again this season.
so ... why not 5 stars? They are great but aren't perfect - as another reviewer said, hard to remove battery (really, Midland, why no ribbon??), menu is complex, earbuds take a lot of tweaking to make tolerable and still aren't really "comfortable" (a little smaller with more padding would help?) and a little bulky. Lastly: really, why do companies think that everything outdoor must be cammo? If you really think a cammo radio will aid your efforts to be undetected in the woods ... uh ...well ... never mind, on second thought, I'll not spend my time arguing with you. Midland, why not a blaze orange model or bright yellow so I can see it when I drop it by the truck or around camp or see it when rummaging around in my pack at dawn/dusk (there is similar kit in black, but black isn't much better)? These scenarios HAVE happened to me and I'd say are much more likely than having a hunted critter "make me" because my radio isn't cammo. [sigh] Just another indication companies are more into shelf appeal than in-the-field function and common sense... okay ... climbing down from soapbox now. Great kit for the money, highly recommended, just not 5-star perfect.
The "package" of the included car charger and especially the earbuds make this a great value in my mind and why I recommended it. Car charger adds flexibility for use out and about. The earbuds work well but take a bit adjusting so they are tolerable in your ear for hours on end. When I'm hunting, even a vibrating cell phone makes enough noise to irritate me, not to mention all the commotion and movement it takes to dig it out and talk or text. By comparison I've found these earbuds silent to all but the one wearing them. These headsets have a well designed push-to-talk button (PTT) on the cord which has a nice solid "click" that I can feel even with mittens on. Route the wire so the button is exposed and you bury the radio in your layers and forget about it. With the roger-beep turned on (rb = on), I can respond by dead-keying the PTT to create a series of beeps (our code: 1-beep=yes, 2=no, 3=can't talk I'm huntin'). My buddy can talk as and when he wants and it doesn't risk disturbing anything around me. If I want to keep quiet, I can silently press the button 1, 2, or 3 times to respond. Or I can whisper - while I can't tell any difference with the "whisper mode" turned on or off, the mic pics up a whisper well if located optimally. We got thoroughly soaked by heavy rain the last day last year so I can attest to the water-resistance of the radios. One headset malfunctioned at the time, and I thought it was toast, but it worked again when it dried out and served us well again this season.
so ... why not 5 stars? They are great but aren't perfect - as another reviewer said, hard to remove battery (really, Midland, why no ribbon??), menu is complex, earbuds take a lot of tweaking to make tolerable and still aren't really "comfortable" (a little smaller with more padding would help?) and a little bulky. Lastly: really, why do companies think that everything outdoor must be cammo? If you really think a cammo radio will aid your efforts to be undetected in the woods ... uh ...well ... never mind, on second thought, I'll not spend my time arguing with you. Midland, why not a blaze orange model or bright yellow so I can see it when I drop it by the truck or around camp or see it when rummaging around in my pack at dawn/dusk (there is similar kit in black, but black isn't much better)? These scenarios HAVE happened to me and I'd say are much more likely than having a hunted critter "make me" because my radio isn't cammo. [sigh] Just another indication companies are more into shelf appeal than in-the-field function and common sense... okay ... climbing down from soapbox now. Great kit for the money, highly recommended, just not 5-star perfect.
Нейрон-7ARIE
03.09.2014
8/10
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Good radio. Terrible battery pack. I suggest using your own rechargeable AA batteries. Unfortunately this means you also can't use the handy charging station either. It appears to be a 300mA 9V charger with no shut off circuit, so it will overcharge and cook your batteries.
Эксопилот-1XHPZ
18.10.2014
6/10
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Плохо
No way can they work to 36 miles however for car to car communication on those long drives they were perfect.
НоваГость-7WGCL
26.02.2014
8/10
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I purchased this to use on a Cruise in August of 2013. I chose these mostly because of the number privacy channels. We took these out for a pre-run prior to the cruise. I had my son take these to his friends house about 3/4 of a mile a way and i was able to hear him with little to no interference. I was more then happy with that considering most of the time you get less the a 100 yards away with a lot of brands.
On to the cruise. Having read plenty of reviews about Two-way radios and cruise liners I was fully aware of them possibly not working. With that being said I was able to communicate with other members of my part between 2-4 deck levels away at almost all times. There where a few times we were farther apart and we could not get through but that was expected. For those of you going to the casino on board.. you can be right next to the person ... and they still wont hear you :)
On to the cruise. Having read plenty of reviews about Two-way radios and cruise liners I was fully aware of them possibly not working. With that being said I was able to communicate with other members of my part between 2-4 deck levels away at almost all times. There where a few times we were farther apart and we could not get through but that was expected. For those of you going to the casino on board.. you can be right next to the person ... and they still wont hear you :)
КиберНаблюдатель-9AMES
16.07.2014
8/10
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Хорошо
The radio are great BUT the batteries are weak and do not last that long. I now use rechargeable batteries (Power2000 AA Rechargeable Batteries, 1.2V Ni-MH, 2950mAh, 10 Pack) and a new charger (La Crosse Technology BC-700 Alpha Power Battery Charger) and the radios last a lot longer.
The sound is great and the distance is good.
Just wish the batteries available with them would have a larger Ma/Hr rating
The sound is great and the distance is good.
Just wish the batteries available with them would have a larger Ma/Hr rating
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