Motorola T6220 AA 2-Way Radio (Evergreen)

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• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005B49B
• Item model number: T6220
• Batteries: 3 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #89,525 in Electronics (See Bestsellers in Electronics)

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• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 20, 2001

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description
The small, compact Motorola TalkAbout T6220 allows you to keep in touch with others for up to two miles. With 14 channels and 38 privacy codes, this colorful green Family Radio Service two-way radio screens out interference from other radios.

The T6220 features 10 weather channels to provide up-to-the-minute reports and alerts on weather conditions. Additionally, it has VibraCall alert, which vibrates to notify you of incoming calls; 10 selectable call tones; and a visual indicator that lets you know when other radios are out of range.

Other features include Eavesdrop Reducer with three scramble settings and channel scan. This radio has a 35-hour talk time and runs on three AA alkaline batteries (sold separately).

The TalkAbout T6220 is covered by a one-year warranty.

Product Description
Families who never stop moving... need not be out of touch. Spend the weekend camping. Go on that hike. The rugged, weather resistant Talkabout T6220 offers advanced features to keep your troop connected. QuieT6000 technology helps minimize noise from conversations outside your group. It helps prevent you from hearing transmissions from other radios. Eavesdrop Reducer helps block others from hearing your conversations. The Eavesdrop Reducer code makes your transmissions sound garbled to anyone listening who is not set to that code.The Motorola Talkabout T6220 radios are durable two-way radios that operate on Family Radio Service (FRS) frequencies, require no service fee or license. These radios offer more than just a way of keeping in touch. The T6220 includes five additional call tones, eight NOAA weather channels, and weather alert. NOAA weather channels and alerts help ensure dangerous weather conditions don't catch you off guard. Active families can now fearlessly venture forth and find their fun.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

47 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Microphone placement is not a problem!, September 8, 2001

By	Alexander D. Hirsch "hirsch22" (Bethlehem, PA United States) - See all my reviews

Let me start out by saying that I agree with all of the positive points made in earlier reviews, so there's no need for me to discuss the cool features such as weather alert and "roger" beeps.

I was very concerned about the microphone placement after reading the other reviews. I even considered returning the package unopened as soon as it arrived. I am very glad that I did NOT do that!

Unless you have some oddly configured hands, it's virtually impossible for your hand or thumb to cover the microphone while pressing the talk button. I've held it in both hands and it isn't covered no matter how I hold it! Try picking one up in the store if you don't believe me and you'll see what I mean.

Great radios, easy to use, tons of cool features. And no, I don't own stock in Motorola. :)

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected....., May 28, 2001

By	"gino_g" (Anaheim, CA United States) - See all my reviews

I gave the T6220 a chance. I liked this FRS, but a few things about it really bugged me.

The main gripe is, the voice quality isn't all that good. I tried out 2 differen T6220, & both were having the same voice quality issue. The incoming voice sound isn't all that clear, I had to keep asking for a repeat of what was said. I swapped out to use the T289 I brought along, & the voice quality was much better. I adjusted the volume on the T6220, but going lower I could not hear all that well, I was at Seaworld & it was pretty loud. The T289 seemed to bring voice quality in better. When the T6220 is set "loud" you really lose much of voice quality. I believe it might be due to where the mic is located. It's right under the scan button on the right side, not really a good place for a mic.

Also, the battery cover pushes up when it is holding 3 AA batteries. I didn't mind this at first, but when I accidentally pushed up on the remove tab a couple times, it made me think that I can lose the cover quite easily. I fixed this problem by covering the remove tab w/ electrical tape. Minor problem, easily fixed, but I didn't like that the battery cover could be lost if you did not pay attention to it. Also when the batteries push up on the cover, it allows just a bit of an opening. Why this could be a problem, Motorola says it's water resistant. Well, if the battery cover is completely closed, moisture can seep in & damage the internals of the T6220.

The belt swivel clip works pretty good. But you almost have to hunt & peck to find when you want to clip the T6220 to the belt clip. It's a bit hard to push the radio onto the clip. Motorola suggests to push the clip button when securing the radio to it. Really not a problem, but you have to hunt for the clip to clip on. If you own this radio or any of the T6300 series, you'll know what I mean. I prefer to use a carry case, but you can't use a Body Glove carry case. I tried out the Body Glove case I have for the T289. Fits nice & snug, but the mic is covered & the other person cannot hear what you're saying. I had to buy a Motorola belt carry case & jimmy rigged it to work w/ my backpack.

The T6220 is a really nice FRS, but since I first bought the T289 & know how good the sound quality is on those FRS, I was dissapointed when the quality wasn't there w/ the T6220. I do like the shape & small size of the T6220. I do think that for what it offers in a small package, some quality are compromised. I returned the T6220, I hope if you do plan on buying this, that you don't have the same problems I ran into.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great radio, great price, April 20, 2002

By A Customer

I just got this radio last month and I already love it. It has the perfect amount of features: just enough, but not too many. If you want a radio a notch above the usual, with useful features like scan, vibrate, and weather radio, this is the radio for you. Reception is excellent, as with all Motorola radios. This is a great FRS for the money. However, I give it 4 stars because it is a little confusing to learn. For the elderly or small children, I would reccommend the Motorola 5200s. They do not have all the features, but they are super-easy to use. Overall though this is a great buy for the money.