HERE<\/a> for purchase.\u00a0 When I was in the market for such gear, I was trying to find something that was in a reasonable price range and met all my requirements.\u00a0 My requirements were as follows:<\/p>\n1) Support for Handsfree Voice Activated Talk mode<\/p>\n
2) Support for both rechargable packs and regular off the shelf battery units<\/p>\n
3) Whisper Mode -Need all feedback and communication to be at minimal levels so that I could speak at very low volumes on my side yet the person would receive my voice at full volume.<\/p>\n
4) Weather proof\/water proof<\/p>\n
5) Maximum Range communications<\/p>\n
This Midland which has a list cost of $99.99 (but I was able to purchase for $49.99 with $10 rebate) and works as described.\u00a0 When you have an alarm event go off, one of the issues you want to make sure of is you don’t get shot by friendly fire and two, you are kept up to the second of what is going on if the two of you separate.\u00a0 When there is a sudden noise, noise outside, etc. that happens in my house, I have my girlfriend bury herself in the bedroom with a 9mm aimed at the door as I go check out the house.\u00a0 The last thing I want is to be accidently be shot as I approach the door coming back in.\u00a0 If your significant other has their stress level running up pretty high, they might shoot whatever approaches the outside of the bedroom door.\u00a0 Being able to relay a “stand down” order as you are approaching the door is key to the safety of everyone.<\/p>\n
Also, being out of sight range of the other person in the house can also create a sense of worry.\u00a0 Seconds can feel like hours when the two of you are split up.\u00a0 It is also helpful for your partner to be able to understand the following:<\/p>\n
1) How long does it take you to clear the house typically?<\/p>\n
2) How long do you want the other person to stay put until they remain barricaded and call the police?<\/p>\n
3) Do they understand what to do in the event if you have a run in with someone and become shot or injured?<\/p>\n
These are important communication issues to resolve ahead of time before you encounter an issue like this.\u00a0 You will also want to establish an off the wall safe word so that there is clarity who is approaching the door and to stand down.\u00a0 Keep in mind, electronics can always go bad, so you need some way of communicating safe passage back.<\/p>\n
The unit offered by Midland comes with 2 complete units, with two hands free boom mics, desktop charger for stand, car charger for charging stand, 2 rechargable batteries.\u00a0 The units have a 36 mile range which can be applified to up to 50 miles.\u00a0 Realistically, in an urban environment, you are more likely to get 2-4 miles depending on where you live.\u00a0 They are weather proof setups that are designed to take water splash damage and each unit weighs 0.3 lbs.\u00a0 They are very easy to use and simple to operate.\u00a0 In disaster scenarios, having a communication system like this can also help you talk to rescue workers when traditional lines of communication are down.\u00a0 Plus if the household needs to split up, you have enough distance to go to a nearby store and still be able to talk.<\/p>\n
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