Radtel RT518 Rechargeable Walkie Talkies User Guide
- June 4, 2024
- Radtel
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Radtel RT518 Rechargeable Walkie Talkies
Specifications
- DIMENSIONS: 7.8 x 7.36 x 3.39 inches
- WEIGHT: 2.07 pounds
- CHANNELS: 16 channels
- RANGE : More than 10 miles in open air
- FREQUENCY RANGE : 462 / 467 Mhz
- TALKING RANGE : 5 Picometer
- OUTPUT POWER: 5w/2w
Introduction
The RT518 is a small and portable walkie-talkie that can be charged over USB from a PC, power bank, or other USB-powered device. For your outdoor trip, it is a good advancement. The sturdy belt clip is simple to fasten to your waistband, and the voice annunciation lets you use it at night while reading the channel number. You can talk using the VOX feature without pressing the PTT button. Special speaker design with several holes, the voice is louder and clearer, and speaking is noise-free. To install or remove the battery, remove the back cover. When riding outdoors if it’s uncomfortable to handle, you can broadcast using VOX without pushing the PTT button. To remind you to charge in time, the radio light glows red when the battery is too low and says, “Please change battery.”
All 5V output power sources, including power banks, laptops, PCs, and car chargers, can be used to recharge the RT518.
It is appropriate for a variety of uses, including camps, Christmas and other displays, jogging and cycling activities, coordinating school activities, and establishments including hotels, restaurants, cruise ships, industries, warehouses, schools, and retail stores.
What’s in the Box?
- 4 x RT518 22CH FRS radio
- 4 x Rechargeable Battery
- 4 x USB Charger cable
- 4 x AC power supply
- 4 x Belt clip with 8 screws
- 4 x Earpieces
- 1x User manual
How to use the Radtel Walkie Talkies
Remove the back cover to install the battery. Install the battery in the battery compartment. Use the rotating knob present at the top of the radio to adjust the channel and use the up and down buttons to adjust the volume.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can these be programmed?
Yes, these walkie talkies can be programmed using the Kenwood/Baofeng programming cable.
How long do rechargeable walkie talkies last?
The majority of two-way radios include rechargeable batteries that can be charged, used, and refilled numerous times before running out of power. The lifespan of a two-way battery depends on a variety of parameters. A two-way radio battery will typically last 18 to 24 months.
Can you plug headphones into a walkie-talkie?
Not all walkie-talkie radios utilize the same kind of connector plug or socket for speakers, headsets, or earpiece/microphone attachment. There are numerous types of connectors available. The audio sockets on different radio models, even those produced by the same brand, can vary.
Do walkie talkies use battery?
Walkie talkies have a battery to power them, are designed for sending and receiving messages, and are made to operate on particular radio frequencies. The electromagnetic spectrum includes radio waves, which move at the speed of light, or 186,000 miles per second.
Can you use walkie-talkie while charging?
The majority of consumer radio manufacturers demand that you switch the radios off while they are being charged in your car. In general, you won’t be able to use the radios to receive or broadcast while they are charging because of this.
How long does it take to charge a walkie-talkie?
Before you use new batteries for the first time, they require a lengthy overnight charge. This process of “initializing” will enable you to use the full battery capacity. After the charger light becomes green, continue charging NiMH batteries for 14–16 hours and Li-Ion batteries for a further 1–2 hours.
What is the difference between a walkie talkie and a 2 way radio?
Due to its ability to broadcast and receive radio signals, a two-way radio is sometimes referred to as a transceiver. In any scenario, the radio has two modes of operation: sending and receiving. A walkie talkie is a small, hand- held two-way radio that can be used for communication.
What is the strongest channel on a walkie-talkie?
Simply put, choose channels 1-7 or 15-22 for greatest power. Numerous power modes are supported by the majority of consumer radios. Make sure you are utilizing high power mode on the channels that let it to achieve the most range. Less powerful modes won’t utilize your radio’s full output power, which will lower range.
Can you overcharge a radio battery?
Make sure your two-way radio battery isn’t overcharged. Long-term, this may actually shorten battery life as the increased power slowly depletes the battery’s maximum capacity.
What’s better CB radio or walkie-talkie?
CB radios outperform two-way radios in emergency situations. Emergency personnel frequently scan CB channel 9 for distress calls. Since CB channels are public, no chat should ever be taken as entirely private. Any channel can be listened to on any CB radio within reception range.
Do walkie talkies need cell service?
Walkie-talkies are quick and simple to use because you don’t have to dial a number each time you wish to broadcast. The best part is that they are independent of erratic cell phone signals. Because the handsets communicate directly with one another, they continue to function even when cell networks are down due to a natural disaster or a power outage.
Can walkie-talkies go through hills?
A mountain cannot be penetrated by radio waves, especially those produced by low power handheld devices. It doesn’t matter what brand or model you purchase. With a few watts of radiated power, your handheld radio won’t be able to penetrate a pile of dirt and rock that is more than a mile high, thick, and wide.
What does Vox mean on a walkie-talkie?
The majority of two-way radios and walkie-talkies available today have a PTT feature that enables communication and public broadcasting of messages. The VOX (“voice-operated exchanging” or “voice activated transmission”) capability is another feature that the majority of our rental Motorola walkie-talkies have.