Two Way Radio Batteries

Many of our customers ask the question "how long will my batteries last before I have to replace them?" The answer to this has many variables such as the type of battery you have as well as the usage of the battery. Motorola radios typically use NiCD, NiMH. Lithium Ion or Impress batteries and each of these has its own benefits. Here is a little overview of each type of battery.

1)NiCD Batteries: Designed to peform best in an enviroment where there is extreme heat or cold. These do have more of a memory effect which means you will have to replace these more often.
2)NiMH Batteries: Batteries designed for everyday radio use. These batteries are usually good for shifts that are no longer than 8-9 hours before they need recharging. These do also have a memory effect so they will need replacing more often than Lithium Ion batteries.
3)Lithium Ion Batteries: Batteries designed for longer work shifts which are usually 12-14 hours depending on the battery and usage. These batteries have little to no memory effect so they will not need replacing as often. They are also lighter weight than NiCD or NiMH batteries.
4)Impress Batteries: These batteries are the best Motorola offers and they have many benefits. They are lightweight and some models are also waterproof. Impress batteries have an 18 month warranty which is 6 months longer than any other battery made.

Motorola suggest replacing all batteries at 18 months in order to have the best performance. For an extensive selection of Motorola Two Way Batteries and Accessories head over to TalkTwoWay.com.

Motorola Extends Rebates

The rebates of last year were such a success that Motorola has decided to extend the timelines. There are several rebate options offered including a trade in promotion of $800 off new digital radios when you trade in 8 qualifying two way radios. Motorola also has a mail in rebate of $250 for every 8 Motorola CP200 radios purchased. Now is the time to take advantage of the savings with the new rebates. Please call us at 704-597-5220 or visit our site www.twowayradiodealers.com for any questions regarding two way communications.

FCC Narrow Banding Requirements

There is a lot of confusing information out there about the new FCC requirements for operating two way radios. Here is a little information regarding FCC requirements in 2013 for narrow banding. Please contact us at 704-597-5220 for further info.
FCC Narrowbanding What You Need To Know
Who is affected? All land mobile part 90, 25 kHz systems operating on VHF (136-174) and UHF (421-512) frequency bands.
Key dates: The FCC has set the following deadlines for licensees requiring migration to minimum 12.5 kHz efficiency systems.

January 1st 2011: Applications for new licenses or for license modifications to expand existing service areas must specify 12.5 kHz. The FCC will no longer accept two way radio applications at 25.0 kHz.

January 1st 2013: All licensees must convert and operate in 12.5 (narrowband). Existing dual mode (12.5/25.0) equipment must be converted over to 12.5 narrowband. Equipment operating only at 25.0 kHz must be replaced.

Please call us today at 704-597-5220 for any questions regarding the new FCC requirements. We are always happy to help.

New Rebates on Motorola Two Way Radios

Motorola has recently introduced a new line of two way radios called the XPR series. These radios offer the best of both worlds in analog or digital communications. The XPR radios are designed to easily migrate over from older existing analog systems to the new digital platform. They also have many other benefits such as being fully waterproof and standard 3 year warranties. When used in digital mode the options for XPR Motorola radios are endless. There is available GPS tracking soluctions as well as text messaging which eliminates the need for cell phones with reoccuring monthly charges. Motorola is currently offering some amazing rebates on these models. There is currently a trade in promotion or a mail in rebate of $400.00 for every 8 purchased. For more details please contact us 704-597-5220. There will not be a better time to purchase and the rebates end soon so act now by calling us at 704-597-5220.