{"id":658,"date":"2017-06-27T06:45:25","date_gmt":"2017-06-27T06:45:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dummy.xtemos.com\/woodmart\/demos\/?page_id=658"},"modified":"2025-11-14T12:13:21","modified_gmt":"2025-11-14T06:43:21","slug":"faqs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/talkpro.in\/backup-12-oct-2027\/faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1494510617612{margin-right: -50px !important;margin-left: -50px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1496938621896{margin-bottom: 20px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;border-right-color: #e8e8e8 !important;border-right-style: solid !important;}&#8221; offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-6 vc_col-md-6&#8243;][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;1&#8243; no_fill=&#8221;true&#8221; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What are License-Free Walkie Talkies?&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1747123902718-2a23ea08-f938&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; text_larger=&#8221;no&#8221;]License-free walkie-talkies are two-way communication devices operating on specific frequency band exempted from licensing\u00a0requirements\u00a0by the Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) Wing.\u00a0License-Free\u00a0walkie\u00a0talkies operating on\u00a0<b>446\u2013446.2 MHz<\/b>\u00a0band with a\u00a0Maximum effective radiated power (ERP) of 0.5W are classified as License Free.\u00a0It is mandatory for License- Free\u00a0Walkie\u00a0Talkies\u00a0to have\u00a0Equipment Type Approval Certificate (ETA)\u00a0from the WPC.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;What are Licensed Radios? 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These radios are primarily used for <\/span><b>commercial, government, and private networks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, ensuring clear, interference-free communication over large distances.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>VHF Band (30 MHz \u2013 300 MHz):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Commonly used for <\/span><b>public safety<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>fire services<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>police communication<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>industrial operations<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Typical ranges include:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>136\u2013174 MHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for commercial and government use.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>150\u2013170 MHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for emergency services and industrial networks.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>UHF Band (300 MHz \u2013 3 GHz):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ideal for <\/span><b>urban environments<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to better penetration through buildings and obstacles.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Widely used in:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>403\u2013470 MHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for commercial and private networks.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>450\u2013470 MHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for critical infrastructure and logistics.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>865\u2013867 MHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for RFID and telemetry, but requires a license for high-power applications.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Microwave Bands (Above 1 GHz):<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For <\/span><b>point-to-point communication<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>trunking networks<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>satellite links<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Common frequencies:<\/span>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"2\"><b>1.4 GHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>2.3 GHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>5.8 GHz<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for backhaul and high-capacity communication.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Licensing Process<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To obtain a license, applicants must:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Register:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> On the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/saralsanchar.gov.in\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Saral Sanchar portal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for online application submission.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Submit Documents:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Including identity proof, address proof, technical specifications of the equipment, and RF test reports from accredited laboratories.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Pay Fees:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Applicable licensing fees as specified by WPC.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Await Approval:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Processing times can vary<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column][vc_column css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1496938627545{margin-bottom: 20px !important;padding-top: 15px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}&#8221; 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