The Talkabout T480 has a built-in FM radio. Change to the FM radio mode and listen to your favorite music or news.
The wall/desk stand is easy to use and keeps the charger cable neatly tucked away. The stand bottom opens and you can roll in the rest of the cable, resulting in no tangling wire.
The built-in LED flashlight gives you peace-of-mind during evening adventures, unexpected emergencies or power outages.
The flashlight also automatically turns on during a blackout and when unplugged, so you always have light during an emergency.
A light source is always essential during any emergency situation. It's crucial to be able to see what you are doing and where you are going. This radio has a built-in LED light, which offers emergency lighting when needed.
Quiet Charge allows you to charge the radio and turn off calls. You will still receive weather and emergency alerts, so you don't miss important information.
With the IP54 weatherproof design, the radio withstands the effects of rain, snow and other weather conditions.
With 22 channels and 121 privacy codes, totaling 2,662 combinations, it is easy to find an available channel.
Keep updated with real-time weather conditions by turning on the weather channel or initiating weather alerts. With these capabilities, you will always be prepared for the unexpected.
NOAA radio service may not be available in all areas. Check with your local weather office for frequency and details, or visit www.weather.gov/nwr (Canada: www.msc.ec.gc.ca/msb/weatheradio).
The built-in LED flashlight gives you peace of mind during evening adventures, unexpected emergencies or power outages.
When in danger, easily ask for help. Press the emergency alert button, and the radio will transmit an alert siren followed by spoken or incidental sounds. This will allow others to know that you have an impending danger.
There are two ways to power your radio. You can use NiMH rechargeable batteries included for up to 10 hours. Or use 3 AA batteries on the go for up to 26 hours.
There are three ways to charge the NiMH rechargeable batteries. You can connect it to your vehicle adaptor or your computer, or plug the micro-USB cable into an outlet.
Push-To-Talk (PTT) power boost allows you to extend the transmission range by increasing the transmitter power output. It also saves battery life when no power boost is necessary.
When hiking up a steep mountain trail, keep your hands free to brace the rocky terrain. With iVOX/VOX acting like a speakerphone and allowing hands-free communication, you can keep on moving without stopping to answer a call.
Choose what your callers hear before you start speaking by selecting one of the 20 call tones, including animal sounds and ring bells.
Use the earbuds to speak and listen to other radio users. It comfortably fits in your ear and snaps to your clothes. Experience unrestricted and discreet communication while out in nature.
The Quiet Talk (QT) feature ensures uninterrupted communication with other Motorola radios that also have this feature. Filter out unwanted transmissions from non-Motorola radios in heavy traffic areas such as ski resorts or amusement parks.
You can communicate with other FRS/GMRS radios regardless of brand by being on the same channel and privacy code.
Most of the energy wasted when using a mobile device occurs during the charge. The T480 consumes only a half watt of power during its idle condition.
Use the scanning feature to see which channels are currently in use.
Set your radio to transmit a unique tone when you finish talking. It's like saying "Roger" or "Over" after you talk.
Get a reminder when batteries are running low.
Lock the keypad to prevent your personalized settings from being inadvertently changed.