With Uniden GMR1838-2CK two-way radios in your pocket or backpack, staying in mobile contact with companions is not a problem. Whether you’re exploring the rugged wilderness, spreading out in an amusement park, shopping at the mall or just hanging out at home on your property, Uniden radios and accessories help you maintain voice contact over an 18-mile range with the press of a button. These GMR1838 radios feature 22 FRS and GMRS channels and 99 privacy codes, giving you a wide variety of options for mobile communication. Charging the batteries is also simple, thanks to the two-cradle desktop charger. Uniden GMR1838-2CK two way radios have a sizable backlit LCD display, showing FRS/GMRS channels in large numbers. With five call tones, you can choose the tone you want to use to alert others in your group. Each radio has a channel scan, channel monitor, roger beep tones, key beeps and a keypad lock to prevent accidental use. The walkie talkies will work for an 18-mile range. To maximize your broadcasting range with these 2-way radios, avoid cover such as trees, buildings and vehicles. The best coverage occurs when nothing is in your field of sight. Uniden GMR1838 radios have 14 FRS channels available and 15 GMRS channels with seven of these being shared channels. GMRS channels are stronger than FRS channels. As long as all radios are set to the same channel, you can communicate with any two-way radio, regardless of the electronics brand. The 99 privacy codes available give you and your group the ability to communicate privately without being overheard by others. A variety of accessories are included with Uniden two-way radios. The box contains two 2-way radios, one dual desktop charger and two NiMH rechargeable battery packs. Two belt clips to holster each radio are also included. Optional accessories include a variety of radio cases and holsters, ear pieces with microphones and a guide and kit for radio maintenance. Accessories also enable you to enjoy the convenience of hands-free use of the radio, with optional headset capabilities. Connect the headsets to the headset jack on each radio, and then keep them in their belt clips. A variety of headsets are compatible with the walkie talkies. Keeping your two-way GMR1838-2CK radios operational is a simple process, thanks to the charging capability of the two NiMH rechargeable battery packs, included with the Uniden radios. The two NiMH battery packs hold their charge for 12 hours, giving you plenty of power when you need it. Keep an eye on the battery strength meter on the radio display. When the low battery alert signals, recharge the two batteries with the drop-in dual pocket desktop charger. The charger has a cradle for each radio. The 2-way radios are also plug-in charge capable, enabling you to plug them in to computers or electrical sockets, as you would charge a mobile cell phone. You can also power each radio with four AAA batteries. The Uniden company offers exceptional customer service and warranty information to assist customers with electronics product support, setting it apart from other brands. The warranty helps cover you against product issues.