FAQs on Retevis RT29 Long range waterproof radio

Retevis RT29 is a popular business walkie-talkie, but many people will encounter many problems when choosing to buy it. This article answers some frequently asked questions for you.

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RT29 FAQ List

Question1:

How to use the VOX HANDS-FREE function?

Answer:

You need to change the settings of the side buttons through the computer first to use Vox directly. After the RT29 is turned on, you need to plug in the earphones to use the VOX function.

Question2:

Can RT29 waterproof walkie talkie float?

Answer:

It cannot float in water. IP67 rated means it offers dust tight protection against solid ingress from sources like windblown dirt.

Question3:

How many CTCSS/DCS Codes?

Answer:

50 CTCSS and 232 DCS. You may change these codes via programming software.

Question4:

What frequency range does the RT29 have?

Answer:

RT29 is a single-band waterproof radio, so if you want UHF, you may choose the UHF version.

Question5;

Can it work with other radio ?

Answer:

Channels are pre-set with CTCSS DCS to reduce unnecessary transmissions and therefore cannot talk directly to other brands of radios; if you need to talk to other brand walkie talkies; please mail us via mail; we will offer firmware for you

Question6:

Will it work with Motorola radios?

Answer:

If you want to communicate with Motorola analog walkie-talkies, you need to set the same frequency and CTCSS/DCS each other through computer software.

Question7:

What is the range on these?

Answer:

The range of Retevis RT29 2 Way Radio is about 2 to 3 miles in urban densely populated areas; About 2 to 5 miles in open space/mountain areas, this range is just for reference only; You know, the distance of the walkie-talkie is greatly affected by the weather, the operating environment, the battery level, and other uncontrollable factors, and its actual distance varies depending on these factors.

Question8:

What are the differences between rt29 and rt86? and can they communicate with each other directly?

Answer:

1.Retevis RT86 Walkie Talkies are 2600mAh battery, RT29 Radios are 3200mAh battery

2. Retevis RT86 Walkie Talkies have LED flashlights, RT29 Radios don't have a flashlight

3. Retevis RT86 Walkie Talkies have shatterproof active view display, RT29 Radios don't have a screen

4. Retevis RT86 Walkie Talkies have a wireless clone function, RT29 Radios don't have a wireless clone function

You need to set the two radios to be the same frequency and CTCSS so that they can communicate with each other

Question9:

What's the difference between UHF and VHF?

Answer:

UHF is 400-480mhz, and VHF is 136-174mhz. VHF has a stronger diffraction ability, so used in open areas will be fine. UHF has high penetration, it uses high-powered radio frequencies that penetrate physical obstacles such as building walls, vehicles, and trees.

Question10:

NR630 and RT29 are all long-range waterproof radios, How can I choose?

Answer:

NR630 has a Noise Reduction function, If your use environment is noisy and you need a noise-canceling walkie-talkie, then you can choose NR630.

Question11:

Which occasion is the walkie talkie suitable for?

Answer:

Long range business walkie talkies are ideal for use on school, construction sites, manufacturing plants, busy warehouses, and so on.

They do a much better job of penetrating barriers in urban locations, like concrete, steel, and wood.

Question12:

How to get the programming Retevis rt29?

Answer:

Refer to this article <How to program the Retevis RT29?>

Summarize

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