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MIDLAND GXT900VP4 2 Way 22 Channels plus 20 Extra channels Radio | 
 enlarge | Brand: Midland
Category: CE
List Price: $79.99
Buy New: $58.29 (On sale from $79.95)
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New (47) from $58.29
Rating:  26 reviews
Sales Rank: 572
Color: Black/Silver
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: Yes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4.1
Dimensions (in): 1 x 2 x 4
Warranty: 3 years warranty
MPN: GXT900VP4
Model: GXT900VP4
UPC: 046014509009
EAN: 0046014509009
ASIN: B0015AAU86
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 5 Watt 40 Channel with Up to 30 Mile Range | | • | Voice Privacy Scramble | | • | NOAA/All Hazard Weather Channels with Alert and Weather Scan | | • | 142 Privacy Codes | | • | Direct Call |
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Product Description
42-channel GMRS radio pair pack with charger and batteries;instant weather scan with NOAA weather radio and alert;up to 30-mile range with easy button access and 20 special channels;142 privacy codes gives user up to 3144 channel options for clear transmission;9 levels of VOX with channel scan;silent operation turns off all tones for quiet operation;Dual-Watch allows user to monitor two different channels;Direct Call allows user to instantly contact a member of the party without alerting the others;dual power uses four standard AA or rechargeable batteries; water resistant; features HI/MED/LO power, 10 call alerts, backlit LCD, voice scramble, Roger Beep, auto squelch, battery life extender and keypad lock; includes mic/headphone jacks, batteries and drop-in charger
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| Customer Reviews: Read 21 more reviews...
 Solid radios, not-so-good post-sales support December 26, 2008
JM
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
As many other reviewers have said, these are solid radios at a very good price. The construction is solid (although the battery compartment covers are a bit loose to inspire much confidence in the "waterproof" department), the sound quality is excellent, and the feature list is impressive.
However, Midland's post-sales support is horrendous so far. They ignore emails sent through their website, and the extent of the FAQ and other information on the support site is very poor. The user manual (which is not yet available on Midland's website) is poorly written and self-contradictory. While you can certainly figure out how to use the radios, some of the more advanced features remain mysteries even after reading the manual.
As for the radios themselves, I can identify the following negatives: the antennas are rigid and appear to be easily breakable; the control buttons are tiny, making them impossible to use through gloves; the menu system is anything but user friendly; the required charging base is required for charging (you can't just plug the radios directly into the adapter); the radios are a bit on the heavy and bulky side; no wrist straps.
Here are the positives: excellent sound quality and reception; adequately loud alert tones; good belt clip; plenty of channels and "privacy" codes (as others have noted, there's nothing "private" about a conversation had with a privacy code); scrambler feature for some degree of "privacy."
Please note that although the Amazon listing does not say so, the GXT900VP4 includes two headsets, so you don't have to order them separately. The included headset quality isn't the best, but they work.
The pluses outweigh the minuses, by far, but I wish Midland were more responsive to its customers' needs.
 Great Radios December 15, 2008
waddelll (Knoxville, Tn)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Radio are great. I have had a set of 800's and now own the 900. What most people do not understand is in the woods you don't get 30 miles. And these are great for the wooded areas. They will keep you in contact and are easy to operate. If you are a hunter you need a pair
 not even close December 14, 2008
John C. Herpfer
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
all the bells and whistles
easy to set-up and operate
NOT EVEN CLOSE TO ADVERTISED RANGE
dissapointing at least possibly false advertising
 Zero Range December 12, 2008
David P. Cullen (NW Oklahoma)
0 out of 2 found this review helpful
Within the last few months I have ordered six of these units. It was a mistake. Within a week or two of initial use two of the units were dead, kaput. Naturally, I didn't save the receipts so I'll just eat the loss.
Of more significance is the fact that this generation radio is not compatible with the generation just preceeding, even though it's the same manufacturer.
I've used Midland in my hunting operations on the ranch for several years. Must now find a different system or risk having irate hunters walk all the way back to the barn.
Work great good range good tone December 2, 2008
Cal L. Schilling (Chittenango NY)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Bought these radios primarily for scenario paintball play, looked around and really liked the features that came with this set. As for range its what you can expect unless you have a very open flat area like a lake or field you will not get the full 30 miles of it even though I have tested them at over 10 and they were crystal clear. Have not attempted to test the waterproof and hope I never have to. For everyone who says they have problems programming them or problems with the controls, Yes it is difficult the first time, but its called reading left to right top to bottom the instructions were detailed enough that my 8 year old cousin is now a pro at using them. Overall a great product I am very happy with them.
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