Uniden GMRS520-2 2-Mile 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Pair)

by Uniden

Product Details

Product Manual [70kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 1.8 x 3.2 x 1.1 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006687W
• Item model number: GMRS-520-2
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Stay connected with your buddies while hiking on the trail, riding the ski lift, or exploring other locations within a 2-mile window with this pair of GMRS520 two-way radios. Boasting a smaller range than many of Uniden's other two-way radios and designed for maximum simplicity, the GMRS520s are particularly ideal for casual communications, such as staying in touch with the kids while they play at a neighbor's house or keeping tabs on pals at the ballpark.

Each radio is equipped with 22 channels (8 GMRS and 14 FRS) for communicating with friends or family. To change channels, merely press the up or down key until you find the preferred frequency. And talking on the radio couldn't be simpler--just hit the PTT button when you're ready to transmit. It's important to note that the transmission range will vary depending on the channel and the surrounding terrain.

The radios also include such features as a single call tone, an automatic power save circuit, and an auto squelch function that shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise when you've reached your range limit. And no worries about running out of power too quickly, as the radios run for around 48 hours each on three AAA batteries (not included). The entire bundle, which includes two belt clips for efficient transport, is backed by a one-year warranty on parts and labor.

What's in the Box
Two GMRS520 radios, two belt clips, user's manual.

Note: Use of the General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies requires a Federal Communication Commission license. For information and application forms, visit the FCC at www.fcc.gov/wtb/uls or call the FCC hotline at 1-800-418-3676. For further questions, contact the FCC directly at 1-888-225-5322.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Light and compact, but not enough range, December 28, 2002

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Eddie (Virginia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Uniden GMRS520-2 2-Mile 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) (Electronics)

This product is small, lightweight, and easily fits in your pocket (or clips onto your belt). It definitely proves itself useful under many circumstances. Shopping malls, long road trips with more than one car, hiking, camping, etc. You'll save a lot on cellular phone fees and have better reception...but for only about 1.5-mile range (my personal estimated range in which you can hear and understand the words coming from the radio).

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Other than its short range, this 2-way radio does its job right. From ranges less than a mile, it's pretty clear. That is simply what it is: a Walkie Talkie. You can't pick up any scanner signals, radio frequencies, or anything else (unless a stranger who just happens to have the same radio as you is within two miles of your location and has his or her channel set on the same channel as yours). If all you are looking for is a simple way of communication for short range, I'd definitely recommend this product for its fair price. Don't waste time on the few models that are little more expensive than this. They may have extra features (like more call tones--sounds of beeping, birds chirping, bells ringing, etc.), an FM Radio, and fabulous designs, but the range is the same. For more range, which comes with many unnecessary features in my opinion, expect to pay a lot more.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Value, February 9, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Uniden GMRS520-2 2-Mile 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) (Electronics)

Does everything it is supposed to do for that price and more. Can communicate with any other FRS/GMRS radio, is lightweight and small, and range is decent. Unless you're in a mall where everybody's using radios, you don't need privacy codes (they prevent you from hearing others but don't prevent others from eavesdropping on you). You don't need charging as the 3AAA batteries last for at least one day of extensive usage.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Convenient. Period., May 7, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Uniden GMRS520-2 2-Mile 22-Channel FRS/GMRS Two-Way Radio (Pair) (Electronics)

First, these radios don't have a great range (we get about 1/2 mile or so in our neighborhood). They use little AAA batteries. They don't have privacy codes, etc. But, I rarely have one away from my side.
Our old house has an intercom system which probably hasn't worked since the Bradys were happily married. Replacing it would have cost over a grand. FRS to the rescue.
We bought the pair, as well as 12 rechargeable batteries and a charger, and now we just put in the batteries and clip them to our belts or drop them in our pockets and go about our business. The next day, we swap out the old batteries, and they are good for another day.
The squelch works great, but rarely, we get mild interference, so we switch channels. (To be honest, I doubt we do that more than once a week.)
The bottom line is that they are small enough, that you forget you have it on until the other person needs to reach you.
Get a charger, you wouldn't want to have to feed these things batteries.