TWRS-32 – JIS and IP Specifications

We discuss JIS and IP specification ratings on two way radios and what they mean. We also review the Midland WR-300 emergency weather radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:15 Topic Discussion 1:29 We talk about JIS and IP specification ratings on two way radios and what they mean. We’ll discuss what they are, what tests are performed on the radios to meet these specifications and how to read the rating designations. Radios discussed include the Midland GXT1000, Motorola Talkabout MS350R, Icom IC-F60, and Vertex Standard VX-231 two way radios. For more information and a complete reference chart for JIS and IP Specifications read The IP and JIS Specification for Water/Dust Resistance. Commercial Break 22:51 buytwowayradios.com 1:00 Product Review 23:49 Today we review the Midland WR-300 Weather Radio. Questions and Answers 32:33 Questions from readers of our Two Way Radio Blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. Wrap up and Close 43:31 Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show(at)buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com! © 2012 Cricket Ventures, LLC. All rights reserved.