Boasting high-quality specs and convenient
features, Kenwood’s FreeTalk
®
XL adds a dose of fun to
your activities anywhere and anytime.
■Die-Cast Chassis & MeetsMilitary StandardsThe aluminum die-cast chassis provides
exceptional strength for rough handling that,
when combined with a rugged and sealed
case design, enable the FreeTalk
®
XL to pro-
vide years of reliable use. The FreeTalk
®
XL
also meets MIL-STD 810
C, D & E environmental
specifications for
Vibration, Shock,
Humidity, Dust, and
Light Rain.
■Small & LightweightCarry the FreeTalk
®
XL in your pocket or on
a belt and you’ll hardly notice it’s there
because it’s so small and lightweight
(approximately 11 oz. and 5 inches in
height).
■Simple Operation/ Rugged ControlsSimply turn it on and push to talk. Each
FreeTalk
®
XL has an on/off power volume
setting knob to adjust audio to a comfort-
able listening level. A monitor button is also
provided to check for other users’ activity.
For added convenience, the two-color LED
indicator lights red for transmit and green
for an active channel.
■2 Watts Transmit Power/ RangeUp To 5 MilesThe 2 watts of power that FreeTalk
®
XL has
to offer allows direct radio-to-radio commu-
nications on the same frequency (simplex)
for up to 5 miles*.
■Brass Reinforced Antenna PortThe sealed heavy-duty “SMA” antenna
connector and high-gain durable antenna
of the FreeTalk
®
XL provide excellent
strength for optimum range.
■Includes 8-Hour Battery Pack,Desktop Charger & Belt Clip The sealed rechargeable NiCd battery pack
slides on quickly and easily to the radio.
This means that you don’t have to contend
with cumbersome latches and there are no
battery compartment lids to lose or break.
Charging a radio with battery installed or a
spare battery pack is a simple drop-in task
with the supplied desktop charger.
A long-use, 10-hour KNB-15A battery
option is also available and the spring belt-
clip mounts directly to the body chassis.
■Time-Out timerWhen the continuous transmit limit of
3 minutes is reached, the time-out timer
automatically switches the FreeTalk
®
XL to
receive operation. This limits per transmis-
sion talk time of each unit to help reduce
channel congestion and conserve battery
power.
■Battery Saver■Low Battery Alert■Powerful Audio■Protected Accessory Port*The range of the FreeTalk®XL will vary depending on terrain,
obstructions and other conditions.
IDEAL FOR CAMPING.IDEAL FOR CAMPING.KEEP I N TOUCH WHILE SKIING!KEEP I N TOUCH WHILE SKIING!STAY IN CONTACT WHILE DRIVING!STAY IN CONTACT WHILE DRIVING!PERFECT FOR HUNTING.PERFECT FOR HUNTING.15 ChannelsThe FreeTalk®
XL has a full 15-position channel selector knob for easy operation. Channels 1-9 and 11-15 are for direct radio-to-radio (simplex) communications. Channel 10 is pre-programmed to the designated emergency channel. Channels 1-7 are also compatible withthe popular Kenwood FreeTalk®
Family Radio Service portables. FCC licensing information isincluded.38 Multiple Talk GroupsThe Kenwood QT coded squelch system provides the industry-standard 38 codes for block-ing out unwanted interference from other users. These codes can also be used to separateconversations of various groups and eliminate confusion.Fully equipped with 15 channels and 38 talk groups,
FreeTalk
®