Motorola T250 2-Way Radio (Shadow Anthracite)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1 x 2.5 x 7 inches ; 7.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00000JRJI
• Item model number: TA250SA
• Batteries: 3 AA batteries required.
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #83,803 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1973

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Looking for a great way to stay in touch while hiking, skiing, camping, or shopping? With an impressive two-mile range, the TalkAbout 250 is one powerful two-way radio, sporting 14 channels with 38 privacy codes to help block out unwanted messages. The striking design makes the radio's exterior as cool as its features.

In our tests, we encountered no problems with interference or with finding free channels. The reception was clear, without too much static. We especially liked the scan lock, which scans through the channels until it finds an active channel. Scan lock automatically locks in the channel, letting you listen in discreetly or talk with other parties.

Most of the buttons are intuitive enough to figure out, although we do suggest a quick read of the manual in order to fully appreciate the power of the TalkAbout 250. The placement of the talk button--inconveniently located in the center of the radio- -makes it difficult to speak while holding down the button. You can solve this problem by attaching a microphone to the radio and using the VOX (voice activation) feature, which allows hands-free talking.

Compact and feature- packed, the TalkAbout 250 is an inexpensive walkie-talkie that keeps you connected.

Pros:

• Impressive two-mile range
• Attractive design
• Clear, static-free reception
• Small enough for a pocket

Cons:

• Inconveniently located talk button

Product Description

TalkAbout radios are the popular palm-sized wonders for people on the move who want to stay connected! These super-portable two-way radios are of professional quality with the durability and range that leave toy walkie-talkies speechless.The lightweight Talkabout T250 radio is only 7 ounces and includes a lighted display screen. It features channel lock for better connections and channel scan to monitor the radio's 14 channels and a selected code.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

53 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you like to stay in touch, then this is the radio for you, April 24, 2000

By	Steven M. Stedman (Ferndale WA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This radio is great for talking at the shopping mall (if you still shop in malls), or for use on the trail when you are hiking. I use it at the beach when I am boating.

The TalkAbout has about a 2 mile range, and works great from a boat . . . The TalkAbout 250 requires 3 AA batteries, and runs for at least 24 hours.

After using the TalkAbout 250 for several months now I am very happy with it. When I purchased my TalkAbout, I also purchased the "Motorola 50225 TalkAbout Remote Speaker Microphone". This remote speaker microphone works on the TalkAbout 250, but not on the TalkAbout 280. I was originally going to get the 280, but there was not yet a remote speaker microphone available.

With 14 channels and 38 privacy codes on the Motorola TalkAbout 250 you won't have to worry about listening to other peoples conversations.

17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great product, could be better, November 4, 2000

By A Customer

I got a pair of these to use at Disneyland. They worked great. With all the channels and sub-channels, only once did I pick up anyone else (and it seems like 1/3 of the people in the park were sporting some sort of communication device!). The range was surprisingly good.

I haven't replaced the batteries yet, after about 14 hours of use. It doesn't really strike me as a battery eater.

How could these be better? With all the background noise in the park, it can be hard to hear someone talking to you if the unit is clipped on a belt. More volume would be a definite plus. And an incoming call tone would also help. Thoughts to consider if you plan on getting these to use in noisy locations. If you want them for camping where it is nice and quiet, these are great radios and all you'll ever need.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Range, Clear, and NOT A BATTERY EATER, November 24, 2000

By	J. Charlier "Been fishing for over 30 years" (Green Bay, WI.) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

First I would like to say that the person who gave this a battery eater review had bad batteries because I used mine for three days streight with about 10% talk time and could still talk more if I wanted to.

The have great range. We have 60 acers of woods, hills(some are more like cliffs)and thick brush. We run ATVs and we got closer to 2 1/2 to 3 mile range on these bad boys. I droped mine several times while on the 4 wheeler and the radio still works great. Not even a scratch. This could have been prevented with the many holders that are made for them. I would also sugest getting the hands free option if your going to be rideing.

I great buy and even beter with the rebate. Read the rebate close you have to buy the radio on certain dates.