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Rino 650(t), 655t, 750 and 755t Not Transmitting at Five Watts

The U.S. versions of the Rino 650, 650t, 655t, 750 and 755t devices are capable of transmitting at five watts of power on the GMRS radio system.

The steps below will walk you through how to setup U.S. Rinos to transmit at five watts.

  1. Power on the Rino
  2. Touch Radio
  3. Touch Three Horizontal Lines
  4. Touch Setup Radio
  5. Touch Power Level
  6. Touch 5W

Power Level should now be set to 5 Watts.

If 5W Option Is Unavailable

  • Ensure you are using the lithium ion battery that was supplied with the device from the factory
  • Verify the power in your lithium ion battery is not too low
  • Verify you are not utilizing the alkaline battery pack as it does not have sufficient power for 5W
  • Verify you are not utilizing the Canadian version of the Rino device

GMRS and FCC Licensing Information

The Rino® 2-way radio operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies regulated by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) in the United States. Operation on the GMRS frequencies is subject to rules as specified in 47 C.F.R. Part 95. In order to transmit on GMRS frequencies, you are required to obtain a license from the FCC.

You can obtain a license from the FCC by registering and applying online through their Universal Licensing System. For instructions, refer to the following FCC support articles:

For more information on GMRS, FCC forms, and fees, go to the FCC web page at www.fcc.gov/general-mobile-radio-service-gmrs.

No license is required to operate on GMRS channels in Canada; however, GMRS repeater channels are not approved for use by the Canadian government.  GMRS repeater locations in the US can be determined with an internet search.

For use in countries outside of the United States and Canada, check with that government for any restrictions of GMRS use.

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