Thanks for the answers. Now I start to see what should I do,
but still would like to check with you if this is OK.

According to the manual, if I switch to low output power mode (it
has two modes) the maximum output power is 0.5 watt. This should
mean, according to my understanding, that if I use it only in low-
power mode and only on the FRS channels I should be fine.

So, I plan instead of returning the radios to the shop, to go on
using them with those limitations. I still prefer to have the
high power option, in case of real emergency, that's why I prefer
not to switch to FRS-only radio. Also, I would like to start
listening from time to time on the GMRS channels (no transmitting),
just to see how are the things there and decide if I would like to
get GMRS license or not (I probably would).

Is this OK?

Thanks,

- Gonzo

Hi Gonzo ,
That is what I would do. I have read the related laws. I know some people
will say you will be breaking the law because of FCC type acceptance.
Ace - WH2T


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Thanks for the answers. Now I start to see what should I do,
but still would like to check with you if this is OK.

According to the manual, if I switch to low output power mode (it
has two modes) the maximum output power is 0.5 watt. This should
mean, according to my understanding, that if I use it only in low-
power mode and only on the FRS channels I should be fine.

So, I plan instead of returning the radios to the shop, to go on
using them with those limitations. I still prefer to have the
high power option, in case of real emergency, that's why I prefer
not to switch to FRS-only radio. Also, I would like to start
listening from time to time on the GMRS channels (no transmitting),
just to see how are the things there and decide if I would like to
get GMRS license or not (I probably would).

Is this OK?

Thanks,

- Gonzo

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@l41g2000cwc.googlegroups.com:

Thanks for the answers. Now I start to see what should I do,
but still would like to check with you if this is OK.

According to the manual, if I switch to low output power mode (it
has two modes) the maximum output power is 0.5 watt. This should
mean, according to my understanding, that if I use it only in low-
power mode and only on the FRS channels I should be fine.


No. Since the radio is a type-certified GMRS radio, you will require a
license regardless.

So, I plan instead of returning the radios to the shop, to go on
using them with those limitations. I still prefer to have the
high power option, in case of real emergency, that's why I prefer
not to switch to FRS-only radio. Also, I would like to start
listening from time to time on the GMRS channels (no transmitting),
just to see how are the things there and decide if I would like to
get GMRS license or not (I probably would).

Is this OK?

Nope. See above, and see my original followup to your original post, as
well as the links I offered you.
A license is REQUIRED to use that radio, under any and all conditions.


--
John L. Wilkerson Jr.

GMRS Consumer information website:
http://www.geocities.com/johnlwilker....net/gmrs.html

"John L. Wilkerson Jr." wrote

A license is REQUIRED to use that radio, under any and all conditions.

So far as the letter-of-the-law is concerned, John is correct.

As a practical matter SO LONG AS YOU TRANSMIT ONLY ON FRS channels and ONLY AT
THE LOW POWER SETTING then you are unlikely to upset anyone nor invite the
attention of any radio police.

"KØHB" wrote in message
"John L. Wilkerson Jr." wrote

A license is REQUIRED to use that radio, under any and all conditions.

So far as the letter-of-the-law is concerned, John is correct.

As a practical matter SO LONG AS YOU TRANSMIT ONLY ON FRS channels and
ONLY AT THE LOW POWER SETTING then you are unlikely to upset anyone nor
invite the attention of any radio police.

I don't see how it's not ok to use the radio at 500mw in the FRS freqs. I'd
like to see where it says that.

What does this say to you?

----------------------------------------------------------------------------
FCC IDENTIFIER: PDHGMRS7001
Name of Grantee: TTI Tech Co., Ltd.
Equipment Class: Part 95 Family Radio Face Held Transmitter
Notes: FRS/ GMRS Combination

[...] This device is authorized to operate in the following radio
services: FRS (Part 95B) or GMRS (Part 95A). There must be an
informational insert inside the box (product package) or the User's
Manual must include information that clearly informs the consumer
(buyer/owner) when the radio is transmitting on GMRS frequencies,
that operation on GMRS frequencies requires an FCC license and such
operation is subject to additional rules specified in 47 C.F.R. Part
95. [...]
----------------------------------------------------------------------------

There is no mention of needing a license to operate on FRS.

Adair - KD5DYP

Adair Winter wrote:

"KØHB" wrote in message

"John L. Wilkerson Jr." wrote


A license is REQUIRED to use that radio, under any and all conditions.

So far as the letter-of-the-law is concerned, John is correct.

As a practical matter SO LONG AS YOU TRANSMIT ONLY ON FRS channels and
ONLY AT THE LOW POWER SETTING then you are unlikely to upset anyone nor
invite the attention of any radio police.


I don't see how it's not ok to use the radio at 500mw in the FRS freqs. I'd
like to see where it says that.

You can use it on FRS freqs license free, but not on the GMRS freqs.
Wilkerson doesn't know what he is talking about.