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Posted 10/28/2004 12:25 PM (#123147 - in reply to #123105)
Subject: RE: FRS, GRMS, FCC, UGH!!! Need help guys/gals!!

A FRS/GMRS Dual Service Radio requires an FCC license. For
reference go to the FCC website:

http://wirelss.fcc.gov/services/personal/family/

Scroll down to the bottom of the page for the section
entitled "FRS/GMRS Dual Service Radios". The last
paragraph spells it out:

"If you operate a radio that has been approved
exclusively under the rules that apply to FRS,
you are not required to have a license. FRS radios
have a maximum power of ½ watt (500 milliwatt)
effective radiated power and integral (non-
detachable) antennas. If you operate a radio under
the rules that apply to GMRS, you must have a GMRS
license. GMRS radios generally transmit at higher
power levels (1 to 5 watts is typical) and
may have detachable antennas."

Note the first sentence: The radio MUST be approved
EXCLUSIVELY for FRS.