>Was going to pick these up for a friend of mine to stay up with her daughter when she was playing outside, but then I see that it requires an FCC license. Why? Are they all like this? It's only $40 bucks with a 5-mile range. What would you need a license for?
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http://direct.motorola.com/ENS/Web_ProductHome_FV200R.asp?country=USA&language=ENSUse their search box: "fcc"
Question:
Do I need a license to operate a GMRS two-way radio in the US?
Answer:
The TalkAbout Distance/DPS two-way radios and select Motorola Talkabout models, operate on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies, which require a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) license in the US. The fee for this license can vary. This license provides the user and all family members who reside at the same licensed address permission to operate their TalkAbout two-way radios for a period of 5 years. GMRS frequencies have been allocated by the FCC for recreational use, such as camping, hunting and skiing. For licensing information and application, please contact the FCC forms hotline at 1-800-418-3676 or visit the FCC website. For additional questions concerning the license application, please contact the FCC directly at 1-888-225-5322.
