Motorola T9500XLR 25-Mile 2-Way Radio Pair
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Product Description:
Included Accessories: 2 belt clips, 1 dual charger, 1 charging adapter, 2 NiMH rechargeable battery packs, 2 black faceplates (removable) Motorola's T9500R 25-mile 2-way Radios makes certain that you're never alone, no matter where you go. It gives you a range of up to 25 miles and up to 27 hours of talk time -- meaning you can wander far from camp for a long time, while staying in touch. These radios also have 11 NOAA weather channels, giving you up-to-date weather information and keeping you prepared. The Backlit display makes it easier to use even in the dark. Great for hiking and camping with friends. 11 NOAA weather channels with Alert feature VibraCall vibrating alert Backlit LCD display with LCD battery meter Battery Save & audible Low Battery Alert Talk time - 27 hours with AA alkaline; 9 hours on NiMH Keypad lock Priority scan
Amazon.com Review:
Feature-packed and amazingly versatile, Motorola's T9500XLR 2-way radios blur the line between professional and consumer models. With an astounding maximum range of 25 miles, weather alerts, digital privacy codes, hands-free transmission, and more, these little yellow wonders pack a lot under the hood. But how do they perform in the real world? To find out, we put the radios to the test in the urban jungle.
Design
Compact and easy to hold, the T9500XLR's are also rugged and up to the task of any outdoor adventure. While they aren't completely waterproof, the ports and buttons have rubberized covers for keeping the elements out. The controls are relatively simple to figure out, and after a brief glance at the user's manual, you'll be up and running. The antenna on the radios is rather large--necessary for boosting range, but it might be stretch to tuck one into a small coat or pants pocket.
The all-important transmit button is easy to depress and hold. Pressing on the top portion of the button places the radio in "Power Boost" mode, which maximizes the transmission range. You'll save battery by using the lower power mode when talking to parties that you know are closeby. The radios are powered by included NiMH battery packs, which are rechargeable (a charger comes with the radios, too). You can also opt to use old fashioned AA batteries (three of them per radio) if you're on an extended expedition without AC power.
Features
The T9500XLR supports up to 22 channels across the GMRS and FRS spectrum. GMRS channels offer high range and power for longer distance communication. There are also 121 interference elimination codes, also known as privacy codes. Codes 39-121 are digital, and they offer superior interference blocking when both radios are set to the same code. There's also an additional noise filter that filters out unwanted transmissions from other radios, something that's especially useful in places where there is a lot of radio traffic, such as a ski resort.
You can also take advantage of the T9500XLR's unique "iVox" feature, which allows you to transmit without pressing a button. The radio detects the sound of your voice and automatically sends the transmission. No other accessories or headsets are required. You can also use the traditional "Vox" mode which does require a headset. The "VibraCall Alert" vibrates the radio when you receive a transmission--great for use in noisy environments, or when you want to keep things discreet.
The radio can even scan its 22 channels for transmissions from other parties. Not only is this fun and often entertaining, it also also allows you to scan for members of your party who may have changed channels inadvertantly. Another handy feature is NOAA weather reception, which lets you listen to weather reports and bulletins right on your radio.
Real World Testing
Motorola claims a 25-mile range for the T9500XLR, but they add that this is really only attainable under ideal conditions, such as transmitting from the top of a mountain down into a wide open valley. Moto says a range of 10 miles is more feasible in day-to-day use, while two miles is the maximum range in dense urban areas.
In downtown Seattle, that turned out to be pretty much true. Reception was good throughout the urban core, but when one tester ventured beyond that magical 2-mile radius reception started to fade. The radios did a good job filtering out unwanted transmissions, thanks to the privacy codes, and the number of available channels. Finding an unused channel in a busy city is a challenge, though. When in range, transmissions were clear and distortion-free.
All in all, the T9500XLR is a top-notch radio with features one would expect on a product twice or three times the price. It earns our praise as a top performer for those who need the most out of a two way radio.
Pros
2 T9500XLR radios, 2 battery packs, charging stand, black faceplates, AC adapter, 2 belt clips, and user's manual.
Included Accessories: 2 belt clips, 1 dual charger, 1 charging adapter, 2 NiMH rechargeable battery packs, 2 black faceplates (removable) Motorola's T9500R 25-mile 2-way Radios makes certain that you're never alone, no matter where you go. It gives you a range of up to 25 miles and up to 27 hours of talk time -- meaning you can wander far from camp for a long time, while staying in touch. These radios also have 11 NOAA weather channels, giving you up-to-date weather information and keeping you prepared. The Backlit display makes it easier to use even in the dark. Great for hiking and camping with friends. 11 NOAA weather channels with Alert feature VibraCall vibrating alert Backlit LCD display with LCD battery meter Battery Save & audible Low Battery Alert Talk time - 27 hours with AA alkaline; 9 hours on NiMH Keypad lock Priority scan
Amazon.com Review:
Feature-packed and amazingly versatile, Motorola's T9500XLR 2-way radios blur the line between professional and consumer models. With an astounding maximum range of 25 miles, weather alerts, digital privacy codes, hands-free transmission, and more, these little yellow wonders pack a lot under the hood. But how do they perform in the real world? To find out, we put the radios to the test in the urban jungle.
Design
Compact and easy to hold, the T9500XLR's are also rugged and up to the task of any outdoor adventure. While they aren't completely waterproof, the ports and buttons have rubberized covers for keeping the elements out. The controls are relatively simple to figure out, and after a brief glance at the user's manual, you'll be up and running. The antenna on the radios is rather large--necessary for boosting range, but it might be stretch to tuck one into a small coat or pants pocket.
The all-important transmit button is easy to depress and hold. Pressing on the top portion of the button places the radio in "Power Boost" mode, which maximizes the transmission range. You'll save battery by using the lower power mode when talking to parties that you know are closeby. The radios are powered by included NiMH battery packs, which are rechargeable (a charger comes with the radios, too). You can also opt to use old fashioned AA batteries (three of them per radio) if you're on an extended expedition without AC power.
Features
The T9500XLR supports up to 22 channels across the GMRS and FRS spectrum. GMRS channels offer high range and power for longer distance communication. There are also 121 interference elimination codes, also known as privacy codes. Codes 39-121 are digital, and they offer superior interference blocking when both radios are set to the same code. There's also an additional noise filter that filters out unwanted transmissions from other radios, something that's especially useful in places where there is a lot of radio traffic, such as a ski resort.
You can also take advantage of the T9500XLR's unique "iVox" feature, which allows you to transmit without pressing a button. The radio detects the sound of your voice and automatically sends the transmission. No other accessories or headsets are required. You can also use the traditional "Vox" mode which does require a headset. The "VibraCall Alert" vibrates the radio when you receive a transmission--great for use in noisy environments, or when you want to keep things discreet.
The radio can even scan its 22 channels for transmissions from other parties. Not only is this fun and often entertaining, it also also allows you to scan for members of your party who may have changed channels inadvertantly. Another handy feature is NOAA weather reception, which lets you listen to weather reports and bulletins right on your radio.
Real World Testing
Motorola claims a 25-mile range for the T9500XLR, but they add that this is really only attainable under ideal conditions, such as transmitting from the top of a mountain down into a wide open valley. Moto says a range of 10 miles is more feasible in day-to-day use, while two miles is the maximum range in dense urban areas.
In downtown Seattle, that turned out to be pretty much true. Reception was good throughout the urban core, but when one tester ventured beyond that magical 2-mile radius reception started to fade. The radios did a good job filtering out unwanted transmissions, thanks to the privacy codes, and the number of available channels. Finding an unused channel in a busy city is a challenge, though. When in range, transmissions were clear and distortion-free.
All in all, the T9500XLR is a top-notch radio with features one would expect on a product twice or three times the price. It earns our praise as a top performer for those who need the most out of a two way radio.
Pros
- Excellent range
- Good interference elimination
- Rugged
- A bit big for small pockets
2 T9500XLR radios, 2 battery packs, charging stand, black faceplates, AC adapter, 2 belt clips, and user's manual.
Features:
- Up To 25-Mile Range
- 22 Channels
- 121 Privacy Codes For 2662 Combinations
- 27 Hours
- 3 AA Alkaline Or 9-Hour Nimh Estimated Talk Time
Accessories:
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Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: 
- Very disapointed!
The Motorola 9500 was strongly recommended. However theset that I received turned out to be a piece of junk. Very poor voice clarity and quality. We depend on our talkabouts for car to car close range communications and boat to boat line of sight communication both of which were very poor, to the point of just not using them, which put us in a very unsafe position at times.I did call Motorola and was informed that I was past the warranty time and they would do nothing.My recommendation is to ... Read More
Rating: 
- Actual tested range: Approximately .7 miles
This is the first pair of two-way radios I have used.
They work very well, voice is clear.
I tested the range of these units by driving away from the other user, we kept talking until the signal began to break up, which was about .7 miles. Your mileage may vary.
This was over relatively hilly terrain with quite a few trees.
These units have connectors for a headset and also have voice activation.
Rating: 
- Turn down you volumn
Used the Motorola two-way radios on a 2000 mile road trip - great communications with day long battery life and swapping in AA Batteries did not decrease range of quality of transmissions.Great radios - a good buy at a great price.
Rating: - 2 miles not 25 miles
While the two-way radios worked they only allowed for a 2 mile distance instead of the 25 mile distance advertised, which in our case was one of the main reasons this set was purchased.
Rating: - Radio Test
Product is extremely easy to use.Used while on vacation in the islands on a cruise.It is an ideal method for communiction when you are with large parties.Clarity isn't bad but not great.Worked better in open areas.
- Very disapointed!The Motorola 9500 was strongly recommended. However theset that I received turned out to be a piece of junk. Very poor voice clarity and quality. We depend on our talkabouts for car to car close range communications and boat to boat line of sight communication both of which were very poor, to the point of just not using them, which put us in a very unsafe position at times.I did call Motorola and was informed that I was past the warranty time and they would do nothing.My recommendation is to ... Read More
- Actual tested range: Approximately .7 milesThis is the first pair of two-way radios I have used.
They work very well, voice is clear.
I tested the range of these units by driving away from the other user, we kept talking until the signal began to break up, which was about .7 miles. Your mileage may vary.
This was over relatively hilly terrain with quite a few trees.
These units have connectors for a headset and also have voice activation.
- Turn down you volumnUsed the Motorola two-way radios on a 2000 mile road trip - great communications with day long battery life and swapping in AA Batteries did not decrease range of quality of transmissions.Great radios - a good buy at a great price.
- 2 miles not 25 milesWhile the two-way radios worked they only allowed for a 2 mile distance instead of the 25 mile distance advertised, which in our case was one of the main reasons this set was purchased.
- Radio TestProduct is extremely easy to use.Used while on vacation in the islands on a cruise.It is an ideal method for communiction when you are with large parties.Clarity isn't bad but not great.Worked better in open areas.
