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Check the Internet to see if there are any GMRS repeaters operating in your area.....or set one up yourself. You need the offset to gain access to the repeater though, but yes the 530's are repeater capable.
As for the battery pack, I bought my AA battery holders at Bass Pro...you remove the rechargeable battery, and replace it with the AA holder/pack.
As for the radio and map question....yes, you can use the radio by itself, with the maps turned off, and/or with the GPS off.
45 watt mobile or base...completely legal.
these 530's are pretty impressive.
Where can I get a good price on the 530Cx? It seems to go for 500 on their website.
Is there any other platform that can rival the rino?
Is there a new model of the Rino coming out soon?
I'm not going to buy these for a couple of months so I can wait longer if need be.
What hand held units are 45W?
What what kind of distance would you be looking at with a 45W hand held?