Stay Outside, Stay Connected, Stay Informed With a range of up to 25 miles and the freedom to communicate wirelessly, the Talkabout T261TP lets you stay in touch with family and friends, whether tackling a back country trail or camping in the woods. This lightweight, compact and durable radio comes packed with essential features, like NOAA weather channels and alerts, and iVOX/VOX hands-free communication, so it?s easy to stay in touch ? and stay safe ? no matter what your situation. 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. Check with your local weather office for frequency and details, or visit www.weather.gov/nwr (Canada: www.msc.ec.gc.ca/msb/weatheradio) 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. Power Through Your Adventures There are two ways to power your Talkabout T261TP 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.