VA3IER Radio Frequency Spectrum Operator: Motorola SL7550 MotoTrbo Radio

This is the Motorola MOTOTRBO SL7550. This is the world's thinnest, lightest, digital DMR radio in its class as print. The MOTOTRBO SL7550 is ideal for high-end users that need a flexible, robust, digital solution that combines the best of form and function.

It is a HAM radio from Motorola Mototrbo Digital called DMR see DMR-MARC Networked for your repeater location near you.

I've enjoyed using it like no other HAM Digital (Icom DStar or Yaesu Digital)

This radio is a bit different than most Motorola products as it doesn't take a special programming cable. Just a micro USB to USB cable will let you program. That is also how the radio charges. It programs with the standard Trbo CPS. Antenna is the 438-470mhz unit.

Radio

Pros

Great reception and sensitivity
(micro) USB programming and charging
Bluetooth programming
IP / Data capable via both USB and Bluetooth
Good high resolution color display
SMS with xT9 (normal T9)
Search in the address book and zone/channel lists

Cons

If you replace the battery with a different size (mAh) you also need to change the battery cover
No support for external antenna
Roaming list are a bit on the short side (15 channels)
No front panel programming (change channel settings on the radio)
Custom jack for external speaker/mic
PTT button needs a bit to much force to press
High priced

MOTOTRBO SL7550 2W