Twowayradiocenter.com is a leading provider of two way radios and walkie talkies for restaurants. We work with leading manufacturers including Motorola, Kenwood, & Hytera to provide affordable communications for restaurants. Restaurants deploy two way radios to increase table turns, enhance the customer experience, and for Teammates to effectively communicate. Two way radios are a proven tool and are used by America's Leading Restaurant Chains from Quick Service to Fine Dining. All restaurants benefit from having Team Communication.
Lets take a look at the most popular models of two way radios in the Restaurant industry.
Kenwood PKT-23. This is the smallest business two way radio offered for restaurants. This compact radio has 4 talk channels and a 14 hour battery.
Motorola TLK 25. The Motorola TLK 25 uses your existing WiFi network to provide features not found in traditional walkie talkies. You can communicate one to one, one to a group, or one to your entire Team at the touch of a button. The Motorola TLK 25 is Bluetooth capable, eliminating all wires.
Hytera BD302i. The Hytera BD302i is a digital radio which eliminates all background noise. This radio works great in high noise environments and is excellent at blocking outside interference.
]]>The new Motorola TLK 25 is a wearable WiFi Communication Device which is a pretty cool sounding name for a walkie talkie. Motorola's taken the leap and introduced a WiFi device that mimics a two way radio and they've done an impressive job. Side note.... I'll be honest I've always thought that voice over IP would be the downfall of two way radio. I just never imagined Motorola Solutions would lead the charge because its outside the traditional two way radio market they're the clear leaders in. Back on task... This sleek new communication device is super compact, light enough to be worn on your shirt or around your neck, and allows for multiple types of communication. You can talk to one person, a group of people, or your entire team at the touch of a button. You can connect facilities across the street, across town, or across State lines. The radio was designed with safety in mind and has a prominent emergency button. The radio is Bluetooth capable out of the box. I could go on and on about the innovative features in the new Motorola TLK 25 but you should really see for yourself. We'd love to arrange a demo for your team.
Churches, Schools, Nursing Homes, Medical Offices, and other businesses with robust LLAN should really consider the Motorola TLK 25. Motorola has developed an intuitive AI based Voice Assistant which makes takes the radio to a new level of productivity. Send voice messages, remotely monitor radios, and quickly responding to messages are super easy to do. There's also a management tool which allows you to connect devices over cellular, pinpoint the location of Team Members in real time, and control radio uses when needed.
We're thrilled to see this fantastic wearable WiFi communication device and look forward to helping you innovate your team communications. Give twowayradiocenter.com a call or start a conversation via text or chat. You'll be glad you did!
]]>I read an article on Fox News about Uvalde that captured my attention. The article discussed the failures of the local Law Enforcement Radio system and how it failed the school on that fateful day. I thought, what a shame, as the technology exists to overcome each of the challenges discussed. The challenges are: the Commander in Chief didn’t wasn’t wearing a walkie talkie, the system wasn’t designed to effectively communicate indoors, and the airwaves were congested because there were too many users in the area. These are challenges you should be aware of and prepared for. Let’s take them one by one.
Incompetence. The Leader wasn’t wearing a radio when he arrived on scene. Do you have a spare radio or two for Law Enforcement should something happen on your campus? Law Enforcement won’t allow you to have one of their radios but I’m confident they’d welcome using your two-way radios.
System Failure. Two-way radios don’t always penetrate buildings well. In Uvalde, it was a known fact that Law Enforcements radios didn’t penetrate buildings well. The suggestion that they could walk outside was ignorant and unsafe. Your Congregation deserves to have radios that communicate throughout your facilities. Large congregations should invest in a bi-directional amp which amplifies radio signals to eliminate these dead spots. Bi-Directional Amps are typically installed in conjunction with local Public Safety Officials to ensure their radios work in your facility. Many local Codes now require bi-directional amps in new facilities. It is worth the investment.
Congested airwaves. I remember early in my career trying to sell two-way radios to a local volunteer fire department in place of one-way pagers. The Fire Chief quickly told me it would be problem if everyone who could talk on a radio did. In a mass shooting hundreds of Law Enforcement Officers show up. Your radio system just might be more effective than theirs. There’s probably a high probability that your radio is closer to the perpetrator than Law Enforcements. Your radios will likely play a key role in the responsiveness of an incident. Inexpensive digital two-way radios block out unwanted interference and prioritizes users. This isn’t crazy expensive and allows your Key People the ability to communicate over everyone else. In an emergency, this safety feature can make a huge difference.
Two-way radios are an effective communication solution every church must have. Every walkie talkie user becomes a member of your security team. Two-way radios are a vital tool in responding to mass casualty situations both for your Team and the Public Safety Responders. An investment in two-way radios is a worthy investment for your congregation.
]]>Motorola is experiencing a national shortage of Motorola CLS1110 & Motorola CLS1410 series two way radios. There are several options should you need compatible radios immediately which we’ve outlined below. Twowayradiocenter.com is committed to helping our current and prospective customers add radios as needed. We have special incentives available so give us a call at 855-770-7194 or reach out today.
Motorola CLP1010e is a 1 watt 1 channel UHF two way radio with the same 89 business exclusive frequencies. The biggest difference between the Motorola CLS1110 and the Motorola CLP1010e is that the CLP1010e requires the use of its included headset.
HYT TC-320 is a two watt 16 channel UHF two way radio which can be programmed to work with your existing CLS1110 series two way radios. Please note, while the Motorola CLS1110 and the Hytera TC-30 will talk together they do not any of the same accessories.
Kenwood PKT-23 1.5 watt 4 channel UHF two way radio with the same 89 business exclusive frequencies. Kenwood PKT-23 two way radios talk to the Motorola CLS1110 but the audio quality isn’t fantastic. Motorola and Kenwood accessories are not compatible.
If you’re looking to purchase Motorola CLS1110 for the first time, consider the Motorola CLP1010e or the Motorola DLR1020 as both are excellent alternatives.
Motorola CLP1080e is a 1 watt 8 channel UHF two way radio with the same 89 business exclusive frequencies. The biggest difference between the Motorola CLS1410 and the Motorola CLP1080e is that the CLP1010e requires the use of its included headset.
HYT TC-320 is a two watt 16 channel UHF two way radio which can be programmed to work with your existing CLS1410 series two way radios. Please note, while the Motorola CLS1410 and the Hytera TC-30 will talk together they do not any of the same accessories.
Kenwood PKT-23 1.5 watt 4 channel UHF two way radio with the same 89 business exclusive frequencies. Kenwood PKT-23 two way radios talk to the Motorola CLS1410 but the audio quality isn’t fantastic. Motorola and Kenwood accessories are not compatible.
If you’re looking to purchase Motorola CLS1410 for the first time, consider the Motorola CLP1080e or the Motorola DLR1060 as both are excellent alternatives.
]]>The Motorola VX-261 is discontinued and no longer available and we're forced to say goodbye to an old friend. Twowayradiocenter.com has probably sold over 100,000 Motorola VX-261. I remember when it was introduced using Motorola’s new Unified Charging Tray. It was not a fun transition, but it sure was worth it. The Motorola VX-261 is a great radio. We’ll continue to offer accessories and repairs but sadly, we're out of this little gem and can’t source any more.
It’s replacement is the Motorola CP100d offered in an analog only mode. At first glance, the Motorola CP100d is a little thinner but appears to be well built. Knobs are larger and more prominent and it’s louder. It uses the same universal charger and is priced about the same as the VX-261. We think you’ll like it.
When you buy the Motorola CP100d Analog only radio, you’ll get everything you need including a battery, belt clip, and drop in charging tray. Free programming and free shipping are always included when you shop with Twowayradiocenter.com.
]]>The Motorola Fall 2021 Rebate offers one free radio for every 6 Motorola analog two way radios and two free walkie talkies for every six Motorola digital two way radios purchased. You can also select a walkie talkie and a call box if you prefer. Offer good through December 31, 2021. Complete rules can be found on the Motorola Rebate Center.
]]>Check out our video on how to program and change the frequencies in your Motorola CLP1080 two way radio. We often have to change the frequencies in the Motorola CLP1080e to eliminate interference or to match up to existing walkie talkies. This step by step video includes the actual audio you'll hear from the radio when programming. We've also included the instructions as seen in the user guide. As always, you can call twowayradiocenter.com at 855-770-7194 for assistance with reprogramming your Motorola CLP1080e.
Step by Step Instructions
1. Start with your Motorola CLP1080e Powered Off.
2. Enter programming mode by doing the following (must have earpiece connected)
a. Press and hold the PTT, MENU, and POWER buttons.
b. Keep all three buttons held down until you hear a chirping pattern with a “programming mode”
voice prompt. The LED should be blinking GREEN.
3. Adjust your settings
a. Tap the MENU button once, and you will hear a channel number. Press VOLUME UP or
VOLUME DOWN button to select your desired channel, once on your desired channel, proceed
to below steps:
i. Tap the MENU button once, and you will hear a “Frequency” number. Change to the
desired number by pressing the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button.
ii. Tap the MENU button once, and you will a “Code” number. Change to the desired
number by pressing the VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button.
iii. IF you need to change the settings on additional channels, tap the MENU button again
until you hear the “Channel” number prompt and repeat the steps above. If you are
finished, proceed to the next step to save your settings.
4. Save settings and exit programming mode
a. To save settings and exit programming mode, press and hold the PTT button until the radio
beeps. The LED will go back to the normal color according to radio channel (Red for Ch 1).
]]>When I think of bluetooth I immediately think of a world without wires. Bluetooth connectivity was an awesome creation. We see bluetooth being used with our cellular phones, speakers, appliances, and a host of other applications. Two way radio users looking for bluetooth to emiminate wired accessories need to be aware of the different bluetooth offerings and whether they're truely bluetooth.
Most manufacturers offer bluetooth accessories with voice capabilities for its Professional Tier two way radios but leave out their Commerical, Business, and Consumer Channels. You'll find the Motorola T800 is bluetooth capable consumer walkie talkie allowing it to connect to an App but it is not capable of transmitting or receiving voice. In fact, You'll find very few two way radios under $400 with bluetooth functionality for voice built in.
The primary reason manufacturers leave bluetooth out is because it complicates the product, adds to its cost, and Manufacturers tend to not replace models very often. Where bluetooth tends to be universal with consumer electronics, two way radio manufacturers prefer to make their bluetooth protocol proprietary to their brand. By doing so, Manufacturers are able to control quality but the trade off is Users prefer universal accessories. Hopefully as new two way radios come to the market, we'll see more models with bluetooth. In the meantime, consider using a Prymeblu Bluetooth Pod.
Pryme is a leading aftermarket supplier of headsets in the United States and manufactures a line of bluetooth pods for many of today's most popular two way radios. Pryme Bluetooth Pods connect to your walkie talkie using the accessory jack and can be paired with bluetooth headsets, remote speaker mics, or even your car stereo. You'll find the pairing process is quck and simple. The Pryme bluetooth pod has an integrated push to talk mic which you press to talk making it easy to use.
While Pryme Bluetooth Adapters can be connected to most any bluetooth accessories I recommend you use either a Pryme Bluetooth Speaker Mic or a high end bluetooth headset. When choosing a bluetooth headset, consider battery life, water resistance, and noise cancellation as you use your walkie talkie very differently than you use your cellular phone.
Pryme Bluetooth Pods are an excellent option if you're looking to add bluetooth capabilities to your existing two way radio. You'll find Pryme Blueooth Pods are well built, easy to use, and work great. Twowayradiocenter.com is a leading provider of Pryme Bluetooth Pods and compatible bluetooth headsets. We can help you pick the correct bluetooth pod for your walkie talkie and pair it with our best selling audio accessories today. Give us a call at 855-770-7194 to learn more about Pryme Bluetooth Pods today!
]]>Two Way Radios are a proven resource for Restaurants of all sizes and formats. Two Way Radios help restaurantsserve customers faster and with less mistakes. Two way radios also cut labor costs, increase table turns, and improve efficiency. This article provides examples of how restaurants are using two way radios to benefit their businesses.
Chick-fil-A is arguably the most efficent fast food provider in the United States and have excelled during COVID. You'll find the average wait time is less than 4 minutes and they've pivoted from cleaning dining rooms to directing traffic and providing curbside pickup. They use walkie talkies to enhance the customer experience by quickly moving employees around, promptly responding to mistakes, maximizing the time between the order and delivering the food. It isn't uncommon to see Chick-fil-A employees actively working all four corners of the building and the parking lots. Two way radios help the teams at Chick-fil-A get food to hot, fresh, and fast.
Cracker Barrel is one of the largest sit down restaurant chains in the United States and uses walkie talkies to exceed customer expectations. You'll see Cracker Barrel associates walking the dining room floor managing table turns. Cracker Barrel understands that more table turns increases the bottom line. One way to increase table turns is to reduce the amount of time a table sits empty between customers. Cracker Barrel excels at making us feel welcome, providing a great meal quickly, and serving lots of people. Two way radios are instrumental in providing this level of service.
Local, independent restaurants work hard at creating a dining experience that keeps us coming back time and time again. They've also got to control food costs, manage labor costs, and stay razor focused on the bottom line. The local Restaurateur understands the need to maximize table turns without huring the dining experience. Two way radios help these important business owners turn tables, manage labor, and improve efficiency.
Two way radios are clearly a power tool for restaurants. In today's COVID environment walkie talkes are becoming even more important. As we interact with customers differently and find different ways to serve food, two way radios improve communciation resulting in a more efficient operation. If you've not considered two way radios for your restaurant, we'll let you test them for free. Give Twowayradiocenter.com a call at 855-770-7194 to learn more about our trail programs to help your restuarant recover and thrive during this unique time.
Twowayradiocenter.com is a leading provider of two way radios for Restaurants in the United States with over 30 years experience. We understand the needs of restaurants and work to get you the best value for your needs without breaking the budget. Give us a call today to learn more about why we believe walkie talkies are a power tool for your business!
]]>Motorola Solutions announced on May 4, 2021 that the hugely popular Motorola VX-261 has been discontinued due to part issues. Motorola Solutions announce the Motorola CP100d in an Analog only configuration will be the direct replacement for the Motorola VX-261. The Motorola CP100d Analog only model is not currently available for sale. Twowayradiocenter.com will provide more details on the Motorola CP100d Analog version once Motorola provides it to us.
Twowayradiocenter.com can assist you with selecting the best replacement for the Motorola VX-261. Give us a call at 855-770-7194 and we'll be happy to assist you with selecting a replacement model.
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