Motorola TalkAbout T5200 AA 2-Mile 14-Channel FRS Two-Way Radio (Pair)

by Motorola

Product Details

Product Manual [141kb PDF]

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005LPS9
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Size: Pair

Amazon.com Product Description

The small, compact Motorola Talkabout T5200 allows you to keep in touch with others for up to two miles. With 14 channels and 38 privacy codes, this pair of colorful red Family Radio Service (FRS) two-way radios screen out interference from other radios.

The T5200's call button and talk-confirmation tone sends out a beep so others will know when you begin and finish talking. Its weather-resistant design assures that you can take it into almost any environment without worries. The illuminated display makes readability possible even in the dark. Each radio requires three AA batteries (not included) for up to 30 hours of operation. The Talkabout T5200 is covered by a one-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

48 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The Privacy codes are critical. Range is limited., November 26, 2001

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Robert M. Fenerty "boberonicus" (San Jose, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Motorola TalkAbout T5200 AA 2-Mile 14-Channel FRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) (Electronics)

FRS radios such as this one are now so popular that it is very difficult to find a "private line" to talk on. With only 14 channels to choose from, the cheaper 5100 model is better described as a "chat room" walkie talkie. The key difference between the 5100 and the 5200 is the so called "privacy code" feature.

In reality, privacy codes are simply smaller frequency steps between the standard 14 channels. Call it what you will, privacy codes work. Instead of 14 channels, the 5100 effectively has hundreds of channels.

To test the range, I drove to the mall while my wife stayed at home. The effective urban range (in my informal test) was about one third to one half mile. Perhaps the 2 mile range was achieved in a wide open field.

69 of 72 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent meat n potatoes FRS, February 1, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Motorola TalkAbout T5200 AA 2-Mile 14-Channel FRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) (Electronics)

Let me start out by saying that I am a ham radio operator and know a thing or two about radios.
I first picked up a pair of Uniden FRS-420's, looked nice(bit toylike however), loved the carabiner clip idea and th price was right ($40). Nice form, poor function however. Steady static fron 0.1 to 1.5 miles, button placement was problematic and the audio was inadequate (not loud enough and the radio would break up at full volume). Back to the store thay went.
My next purchase was set of Motorola T6620's (many nice features)which added up to $35 a piece with the rebate (not bad). Audio problems were evident (muddy sound, need for more mic gain even with menu gain adjustment) and I could only attribute it to the mic placement UNDER a button. Bad idea, the mic location should be evident and it should be open to the audio source (ie: your mouth). Second problem was the battery cover. Poor fit and finish here with a 1/8" gap after the cover is secured (and I use that term loosely since the cover becomes UNsecured very easily and will likely lead to many lost battery covers). Not very weatherproof construction and just plain cheesy. Cmon' Motorola, get it together! Back to the store they went.
Finally picked up a pair of T5200's for $50 and am very satisfied. Good audio (at FULL volume) and mic placement, good range with minimal static at 1.75 miles line of sight transmissions, basic functions with CTCSS codes only (which is good for me since I will be using a "special" radio with these two 0.5 watt models-can't use scramble or QuieT6000 feature of T6220 anyway and it is no guarantee of secure transmissions anyway so ALWAYS use these radios as if someone is always listening to you), lock function is good, no scan or button beep on/off -too bad but no biggie, CTCSS automatically stores on all channels making programming easier, cheesy belt clip (I use a split ring and plastic key hook attached to the radio lanyard hookup to secure the things to belt hoops, diaper bags, strollers etc), simple to operate (good for XYL), like the conventional on/off volume control (no probs with this at all re: unwanted changes in volume).
This is an inexpensive FRS radio that performs as well as it should with the necessary CTCSS functions - no fluff, and it doesn't look like a toy. If you want other functions, buy another radio, but beware that even the "better" models may not be the better choice. Nice job Motorola.
PL

58 of 60 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Radios!, September 10, 2001

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Tom Favale (Wheaton, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Motorola TalkAbout T5200 AA 2-Mile 14-Channel FRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) (Electronics)

I just purchased these radios for my family and they work really well! The ergonomics are well thought out, they fit into our kids' hands easily, and they are completely simple to operate and fun to use. I'd recommend this pair for any family. The clarity of the transmission is exceptional. They also have eliminator codes that help keep out other spurious conversations. The kids especially like the different call tones to signal the other radio. No complaints on this end! Enjoy!

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