
Review Summary
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VOX with accessory, iVOX without accessory
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Yes
22 channels
121 privacy codes per channel
Mountain to Valley
Up to 25 miles (40km)
Open Water
Up to 6 miles (9.7km)
Neighborhood
Up to 1 mile (1.6km)
6.42 x 2.13 x 1.24" (16.31 x 5.41 x 3.15cm)
Without Battery: 0.25 lb (113.3g)
With Battery: 0.4 lb (181.4g)
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20 regular
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Up to 12 hours with NiMH battery (included)
Up to 29 hours with 3x AA batteries (not supplied)
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NiMH battery pack , 3 AA
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Yes
Be Prepared
Stay Connected When the Unexpected Hits
With its plugged-in, always-on connectivity and instant communication, the T280 keeps you and your family ready for emergency situations. Even if the power is out or cell phone towers are down, your radio will be charged and ready to go, so that you can get weather alerts and communicate with your community.
Note: The communication range quoted is calculated based on an unobstructed line of sight test under optimum conditions. Actual range will vary depending on terrain and conditions, and is often less than the maximum possible. Your actual range will be limited by several factors including, but not limited to: terrain, weather conditions, electromagnetic interference and obstructions.
Features
Know the Weather In Advance
Keep updated with real-time weather conditions by turning on one of 11 weather channels or initiating weather alerts. NOAA radio service may not be available in all areas.
Be Hands-free
With iVOX/VOX acting like a speakerphone and allowing hands-free communication, you can keep on moving without stopping to answer a call.
22 Channels Each with 121 Privacy Codes
With 22 channels and 121 privacy codes, totaling 2,662 combinations, it's easy to find an available channel.
Compatible with Any Radio
You can communicate with other FRS/GMRS radios regardless of brand by being on the same channel and privacy code.
20 Call Tones
A call tone is what people calling you can hear instead of the normal default ring. It grabs the attention of your family and friends before you start speaking.
Power Through Your Adventures
There are two ways to power your Talkabout T260 radio: use the included NiMH rechargeable batteries for up to 12 hours or use 3 AA batteries for up to 29 hours. To recharge the NiMH batteries, choose from one of three ways: connect it to your vehicle adaptor or your computer, or plug the micro-USB cable into an outlet.