Frequently Asked Questions

Q - Can the radios be used straight away
or do they need programming?
A - Yes, the radios come preprogrammed and
will work straight from the box after being fully charged.
Q - Where can I purchase Mitex
hand held two way radios?
A - Mitex two way radios can be purchased
through most good retailers and comms companies throughout the UK.
Larger outlets are listed on the contact page of this site or contact
your local retailer and ask them to get Mitex for you.
Q - What distance will the Mitex
hand held 2 way radios cover?
A - Distance is a difficult thing to quote
as it depends on so many different parameters. Mitex radios are
full 5 watt hand portables and are as capable as any other professional
Walkie Talkies and better than many. We have regularly tested Mitex
General up to 25Km with good line of sight in open country, but
this can vary depending on terrain and atmospheric conditions.
Q - We have Mitex General Radios;
if we purchase several more from a different supplier will they
work with our existing units?
A - Yes, as long as you purchase the same
model range. For example Mitex General will work with all Mitex
General's back to back, straight from the box. Likewise Mitex Security
will work with Mitex Security, Mitex Business with Mitex Business,
Mitex Site with Site and so on. Additionally, all UHF Mitex radios
can talk to each other on channels 13, 14 & 15. Channels 1 to
12 are dedicated to the Model range and channel 16 is scan. Mitex
VHF units, like Sport, Country etc, will again talk to all VHF units
on channels 13, 14 & 15, channel 16 is scan and 1 to 12 are
dedicated to each model range. UHF units will not talk to VHF units.
Q - Can I talk to PMR 446 license
free radios on Mitex units?
A - No PMR 446 License free Walkie Talkies
are restricted in power output to half a watt. Mitex radios have
10 x more power output and are not allowed to be use on this band.
Q - What do I have to do to obtain
an Ofcom Business Radio Light license
A - Simply fill in the application form supplied
with your Mitex Radio or you can apply on line:
http://www.ofcom.org.uk/radiocomms/ifi/licensing/classes/business_radio/applications/af08/OfW432.pdf.
You can apply for an Ofcom Business Radio Light License as an individual,
Sole Trader, Club/Federation, partnership, Limited Company/PLC,
Association, Government Body, Registered Charity, Education/School/University,
NHS, Royal Charter, Religious Body etc. One license will cover you
for an unlimited number of Radios anywhere in the UK and currently
costs just £75 for five years (That is the equivalent to just
£15 per year for unlimited users).
Q - Can I get Accessories
A - Yes, a large range of Clarity accessories
are available for all Mitex radios and are available from retailers
or direct from Mitex
Q - Can I program other radios
to work with Mitex
A - Yes, as long as they are on the same
frequency band (ie UHF or VHF) and cover the UK general frequencies
they can be programmed to work with Mitex. Although Mitex radios
are professional radios and can be reprogrammed we hope not to have
to do this for most of the range. The Mitex Pro Radio will be able
to be used with existing systems and be programmed to you requirements.
Q - Where can I use my radios
A - Anywhere in the UK
Q - Do Mitex offer a repair service
A - Yes, in the unlikely event you have
a failure, Mitex offer a fast and comprehensive repair service.
Q - How long is my Guarantee
A - All Mitex products are covered for
12 Months from the date of purchase.
Q - How many radios can I use in
one area
A - There is no limit to the number of
radios that can be used in one area and a license covers you for
an unlimited number of units anywhere in the UK.
Q - Will Mitex Radios work in other
countries
A - Mitex Radios are programmed back to
back and will communicate with each other anywhere in the world.
They are programmed for UK use on Business Radio Light License frequencies.
Users must check and abide by any licensing laws in the intended
country of use.