"L." wrote in message
io.net...
This may sound dumb - but the squelch, be it an internally set system
(most
likely) or external... will not work right if the batteries are getting
low.
Even if you've charged them (assuming rechargeable) they may be bad and/or
not getting full charge.. Weak batteries will allow the squelch to open
up -
allowing "constant" noise to come through and the audio "could be" weak
and
distorted. And yes, you'll still be able to squeak out "some" transmit
which
may make you "think" they're working ok otherwise. Check them first, then
go
from there. Given the cost of FRS radios and radio repair rates of any
reputable shop (mine included), these may be throw-aways. Most CB shops
charge no less than $25 and most 2 way shops are upwards of $50 or more.
Even if not, by the time you send it to one, you've got almost the cost of
a
new pair involved. Definitely check the batteries as a cheap first choice.

L.

"user" wrote in message
...
Hi,

I currently have of a few "broken" FRS's from Midland (G-227). The
common
symtomps is noise during Rx mode, the noise reduces significantly when
there
is another radio in Tx mode nearby, but the audio is too soft to hear...
if
any.

Does anybody have any experience with this repair or any pointer to
web-site, forum dealing with repairing this kind of equipment.

Thanks so much,


i agree with with the guy above... plus, consider that there may be multiple
problems... like broken antennas AND bad microphone or TX audio. broken
antennas = low range bad TX audio = low or no audio heard in receiver.