Stay in touch when it really matters. An essential part of any survival kit. When the alert button is activated, the radio transmits an alert siren followed by transmission of spoken or incidental sounds. This allows you to send the signal to other radios and warn of impending danger. The EM1000 features a built-in LED flashlight for peace-of-mind during evening adventures or unexpected emergencies and power outages. Want to keep in touch with changing weather conditions during your family camping adventure? No need to stop the fun - weather alerts will provide your group with warnings of incoming storms or dangerous conditions. And, by tuning in to one of 7 NOAA channels (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) on your EM1000, you will always know what to pack with continuous local and regional weather broadcasting. The Talkabout® EM1000 has full 22-frequency capacity with 121 privacy codes to reduce interruptions. The Motorola QT (Quiet talk) functionality allows the radios to be set so they can communicate with other compatible Motorola products, adding yet another level of distinction from the other manufacturers. When you are hiking up a steep mountain trail, you really need to keep your hands free to brace the rocky terrain. With iVOX acting like a speakerphone and allowing hands-free communication, you can keep on moving without stopping to answer a call. Designed to fit every lifestyle, the EM1000 allows you the convenience of charging four distinct ways. Use the provided desktop charger at home or a mini-USB car cable on your way to soccer practice. Pack a mini-USB wall cable for recharge in the hotel during your family vacation or simply charge from your PC when no power outlet is available using a mini-USB PC cable. (Mini-USB car, wall and PC cables are sold separately.)

Take along this pair of Uniden 22channel waterproof FRS/GMRS radios on your next outdoor adventure and stay connected with your companions over a range of up to 36 miles. Theyre waterproof submersible and they float so theyre perfect for boaters and anglers. Up to 36mile range22 FRS/GMRS channels 142 privacy codes; 6270 channel combinations TRU Waterproof JIS7compliant; submersible up to 3 ft. for at least 30 minutesRadios float if dropped in water NOAA weather Direct call with Caller ID lets you talk to a single member of your group without calling everyoneAuto channel change changes everyone in your group to a new channel to avoid interference5 call tones "Roger" beep Channel scanKeypad lock Headset jack Includes 2 NiMH rechargeable battery packs dual desktop charger AC adapter and 2 belt clips Limited warranty

FRS stands for Family Radio Service. GMRS stands for Ground Mobile Radio Service. They both use frequencies in the 462-468MHz range. There are many 2-way radios now which are both FRS and GMRS. What's the difference? The FRS service is fairly new, authorized for use in the U.S. in 1996 based on a petition to the FCC from radio manufacturers like Motorola and Radio Shack. People didn't want to carry around huge CB walkie-talkies anymore and the 49MHz band with all the cordless phones wasn't cutting it for serious use. So, the FCC created an UNLICENSED band of 14 channels for walkie-talkies. They limited power output to 500mW and restricted radios to have NON-REMOVABLE ANTENNAS. These radios typically work a mile or two outdoors, largely depending on surrounding terrain and foliage. GMRS has been around a lot longer. GMRS is a LICENSED radio service. Unlike ham radio, a test does not need to be taken to acquire a license, just a form filled out and money sent in. You are then assigned a callsign and you and your family are permitted to use GMRS channels. GMRS users may also set up repeaters and are allowed higher power than FRS. They may also use EXTERNAL ANTENNAS. The range of these are a bit greater than FRS radios as the portables can go up to 5 watts typically; however with the assistance of a repeater, they can go 30 miles or further. GMRS and FRS radios can both communicate on channels 1-7, however only GMRS licensees may exceed the half watt FRS power limitation on these channels and use external antennas. GMRS repeaters may not be placed on those channels. All 2-way radios that are capable of using GMRS channels have a license application included in the box. To set an FRS/GMRS radio to operate on GMRS channels, you MUST be a licensed user. It is against the law to transmit on GMRS channels without a license and you can be fined a lot of money for doing so.