Midland Radio G11 GMRS Transceiver User Manual

Midland Radio Corporation GMRS Transceiver Users Manual

Users Manual

Owner’s GuideModel G-11 GMRS
2TABLE OF CONTENTSFCC Licensing Information.......................................................................................3TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR G11 ...............................................4A NOTE ABOUT THE CTCSS or DCS CODES..................................................... 5PREPARATION........................................................................................................... 5BATTERIES............................................................................................................. 5CHARGING THE BATTERIES............................................................................... 5BELT CLIP...............................................................................................................6QUICK USE INSTRUCTIONS: ...................................................................................6POWER SAVE CIRCUIT............................................................................................. 6RANGE OF UHF RADIOS .......................................................................................... 6DISPLAY SYMBOLS ..............................................................................................7FEATURES AND LOCATION OF CONTOLS ........................................................... 8TURNING THE RADIO ON OR OFF ..................................................................... 8LOCKING THE CONTROLS ..................................................................................8UNLOCKING THE CONTROLS.............................................................................9ADJUSTING THE VOLUME................................................................................... 9ADJUSTING THE SQUELCH................................................................................. 9USING THE CALL FUNCTION.............................................................................. 9USING THE MONITOR FUNCTION...................................................................... 9TURNING ON OR OFF THE BUTTON PRESS BEEP...........................................9TURNING ON THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHT.........................................................9TURNING THE ROGER BEEP ON OR OFF........................................................ 10TURNING THE CALL VIBRATOR ON OR OFF ................................................. 10ACTIVATING SCAN FUNCTIONS......................................................................10ACTIVATING “PRIVACY” CODES.....................................................................12RESETTING THE RADIO..................................................................................... 13OPERATING THE HANDS FREE VOX (VOICE OPERATED TRANSMIT) .....14SETTING REMOTE MONITOR MODE............................................................... 15SETTING MEMORY CHANNELS .......................................................................16ACCESSING MEMORY CHANNELS.................................................................. 16TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................. 17CARE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES............................................................ 18SERVICE: .................................................................................................................. 19TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*............................................................................ 20LIMITED WARRANTY............................................................................................. 21
3FCC Licensing InformationThis Midland model G-11 radio operates on GMRS frequencies which requirea license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for business,personal, and recreational use. A GMRS license held by an individual may beshared by immediate family members.At the date of this publication the application for your FCC license is made onFCC form 605 (with optional Schedule F). To obtain forms, call the FCC formshotline at: 1-800-418-3676 or go to http://www.fcc.gov.For questions concerning licensing, contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225-5322), or go to http://www.fcc.gov.OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR RADIOAccessory Name Model NumberNi-MH Battery (single “AAA” 4 required).......................……….18-???Standard wall Charger………..………………………………..…..18-396Charger Stand for Ni-MH.……………....………………......……..18-383Dual Charger Stand for Ni-MH.……………....………………...... 18-385Lapel Microphone with Ear-bud Speaker………………………….22-405Speaker/Microphone…………………………………………..…...22-411Boom Microphone Headset ……………………………………….22-540Call 816 241 8500 ext. 200 to order accessories.THIS RADIO COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION ISSUBJECT TO THE CONDITION THAT THIS DEVICE DOES NOT CAUSEHARMFUL INTERFERENCE.Your Midland model G11 UHF FM GMRS two-way radio is designed to provide youwith line-of-sight communications for a range up to 4 miles. The model G11incorporates channels with 38 different CTCSS and 83 DCS codes to provide the bestin quiet communications. Also this radio offers scan, power save, 9 memory channelsand a multifunction back-lighted liquid crystal display. This unit also incorporatesVOX (voice operated transmit) that allows hands free use when the radio is equippedwith certain accessories.
4TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR G11Due to the band of operation (462 MHz) the G11 provides communications that arevirtually free of atmospheric interference (skip) that is common on lower frequencybands. Along with this and an antenna system that is very efficient, communicationsrange is surprisingly good. Many times the limit to maximum possible range isenvironmental factors such as blockage caused by trees, buildings, hills, or otherobstructions. If you find communication is not possible, many times this can beovercome by moving only a few feet to a new location. Range is greatly reduced whileoperating from a metal building or from a vehicle. Battery condition also affects range.The G11 operates on rechargeable Ni-MH batteries or alkaline batteries. While thisunit has been designed with gaskets for water resistance and ruggedness it is aprecision piece of electronic equipment that should not be exposed to water orhandled carelessly. Normal care should result in years of trouble free operation. Donot leave batteries installed over a long period of time as leakage may occur, that candestroy the radio. If you experience problems operating the radio, turn off the radio,press and hold the “F” button and turn on the radio. This will cause the radio to returnto the factory settings. Always save your receipt, as it is required for warrantyconsideration. WARNINGYour wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a lowpower transmitter. When the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button ispressed it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The deviceis authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. InAugust 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand-held wireless devices.To maintain compliance with the FCC's RF exposure guidelines,this transmitter and its antenna must maintain a separationdistance of least 2 inches (5 centimeters) from your face.Speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and awayfrom the face at the required separation distance. The belt clipis for storage purposes only. DO NOT TRANSMIT WHILEUSING THE BELT CLIP. To transmit, hold the device awayfrom your body and ensure the antenna is at least 2 inches (5centimeters) from your body when transmitting.
5A NOTE ABOUT THE CTCSS or DCS CODESThis radio incorporates 38 CTCSS (Continous Tone Coded Squelch System) codesand 83 DCS (Digital Coded Squelch) codes that, when activated, prevent the userfrom hearing other radios that do not have the same code. These codes do not makeyour conversation private. If you experience difficulties contacting or hearing otherradios in your group make sure the CTCSS or DCS code is set the same on all radios.If you are using the G11 where interference from other radios or electrical devices arepresent, enabling the CTCSS or DCS codes will usually mute the interference. Manytimes interference will be noticed by the presence of loud static from the speaker.PREPARATIONBATTERIESG11 radios operate with 3 AA Alkaline, or Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries(optional). Alkaline batteries will provide about 45 hours of use and Ni-MH batterieswill provide about 24 hours of use. The G11 may be supplied with NI-MH batteriesand a wall charger. Ni-MH batteries must be charged prior to use. Charge at least 10hours with the standard charger. DO NOT attempt to charge any type of Alkalinebatteries in this radio.To Install Batteries:Hold the radio face down. Press the latch so it swings away from the cover.1. Lift the battery cover slightly. Gently slide the cover off the unit.2. Insert 3 AA batteries observing the proper polarity.3. Replace the battery cover over the batteries and fasten with the latch.Battery Indicator:The battery Condition indicator in the display will show the amount of charge of yourbatteries. Replace alkaline or recharge the Ni-MH batteries as soon as possible afterthe indicator shows 2 segments or less of the battery lit.CHARGING THE BATTERIESThe 18-383 charger and Ni-MH batteries are usually supplied with the radio. Thischarger is designed to recharge Ni-MH batteries only. Install the batteries observingtheir polarity. If you are using rechargeable batteries and the Midland standard charger(model 18-396), plug the charger into a 115 volt wall socket and the charger plug intothe charge jack under the cover marked “CHG” ( item 11on Page 8 illustration) onthe bottom of the radio or into the drop-in charger. Allow the batteries to charge 10hours for Ni-MH prior to use. When using a drop-in charger follow the setupinstructions then simply set the radio in the charger stand and observe that the
6LED on the charger is lit. The radio should be turned off while charging. Neverattempt to charge any type of Alkaline battery in this radioBELT CLIPThe G11 comes standard with a belt clip. Attach it to the radio back by sliding the topof the clip up over the two rectangular bosses on the back of the radio until it snapsinto place. To detach the belt clip, press the lever inside the top of the clip away fromthe radio body and slide the clip toward the bottom of the radio.!!!! The belt clip is intended for storage of the radio only (waiting for a call). Do nottransmit the radio while attached to your belt. (see warning on page 4)QUICK USE INSTRUCTIONS:Install fresh Alkaline or fully charged Ni-MH batteries.Turn the unit on by rotating the ON/OFF Volume control clockwise.The squelch is factory set and is not adjustable.Make sure the radio you want to talk to does not have the CTCSS or other codesturned on.To talk, press and hold the “PTT” (Push to Talk) button on the side of the radiomarked “PTT”. Talk into the front of the radio about 6 inches from your mouth.To listen release the “PTT” button." Other functions will be described later.POWER SAVE CIRCUITThis part of the operation of the radio is completely automatic and not adjustable.When the radio has not transmitted or received a signal for several seconds it willbegin to cycle from a sleep mode to fully on. This occurs several times a minute. If asignal is received or you cause the radio to transmit, the radio will become fully on.This cycling from sleep to fully on increases the battery life more than 50%. An iconin the upper right of the display flashing “SAVE” will verify this.RANGE OF UHF RADIOSThe best range between portable UHF radios is achieved when they are operating inopen terrain outside of buildings and vehicles. Anyone using a portable unit inside avehicle will experience a significant loss of range.
7DISPLAY SYMBOLSCAUTION: DON’T EXPOSE THE DISPLAY TO EXTREME HOT ORCOLD TEMPERATURE1. Channel number: Displays channel number 1-15.2. RX Symbol Indicates busy channel.3. TX Symbol Indicates unit transmitting.4. CTCSS Code Symbol: Indicates “CTCSS” tone is active5. DCS Symbol: Indicates that Digital Coded Squelch mode is on.6. Musical note indicates ROGER BEEP is on.7. SAVE Symbol: Flashes indicating battery save is active.8. Key Symbol indicates when the keypad has been locked. Only the “PTT” and“CALL” buttons are active when this indicator is on.9. Shows the “CTCSS” or “DCS” code you have selected. When this is on, otherradios you talk to must be set to the same code.10. DW Symbol: Indicates Dual Watch channel selection is active.11. VOX Symbol: Indicates “VOX” is activated12. B.SCAN indicates the scan mode B is in use. SCAN indicates the normal scanmode is in use13. BEEP indicates the button press tone is active.14. Battery symbol shows the battery condition. Replace or recharge the batterieswhen this indicator displays 2 or fewer segments of the battery.15. M Symbol: Indicates a memory channel is active.16. Number indicates memory channel in use.(when programmed)17. Vibrator Symbol : Indicates call vibrator is on.
8FEATURES AND LOCATION OF CONTOLS1 VOX button 2-Up/Down Buttons 3-Monitor Button 4-Push to Talk Button5-Call Button 6-Accessory jacks 7-On/Off Volume Control 8-Enter Button9-Function Button 10-charging contacts 11-Charge JackTHE RADIO MUST NOT BE SCANNING OR TRANSMITTING AND THECONTOLS NOT LOCKED BEFORE THE CONTROLS WILL WORK PROPERLY.TURNING THE RADIO ON OR OFFRotate the ON/OFF Volume control (7) clockwise to turn the radio ON. An audibletone will indicate the radio is on. The display will go through a 1 second self test andgo to operation mode. Rotate the ON/OFF Volume control counter clockwise to turnthe radio off.LOCKING THE CONTROLSPress and hold the “MON” button (3) for about 3 seconds a beep (if enabled) will beheard and the KEY icon will be displayed. The “PTT” and the “CALL” are the onlybuttons active. If any other buttons are pressed 3 quick beeps will be heard.
9UNLOCKING THE CONTROLSPress and hold the “MON” button (3) for about 3 seconds a beep (if enabled) will beheard and the KEY icon will not be displayed.ADJUSTING THE VOLUMERotate the ON/OFF Volume control (7) clockwise to increase the volume. Rotate theON/OFF Volume control counter clockwise to decrease the volume.ADJUSTING THE SQUELCHSquelch is preset, no adjustment is available.USING THE CALL FUNCTIONPress and release the “CALL” button (5) on the side of the radio.This will cause the radio to transmit a tone to alert the other people in your group tolisten for a message.!!!! Use of the call function is discouraged if using the 22-405 or the 22-540USING THE MONITOR FUNCTION1. Press and release the “MON” button (3) on the side of the radio to open thesquelch." This allows you to over ride the squelch and the “CTCSS” or “DCS” tones.This is useful to monitor the channel before you transmit to ensure there is notsomeone using the channel when you have “CTCSS” or “DCS” tonesprogrammed. This is also useful if you suspect someone in your group does nothave the proper “CTCSS” or “DCS” tones programmed.2. Press and release the “MON” button or wait 10 seconds to restore the squelch tonormal.TURNING ON OR OFF THE BUTTON PRESS BEEP1. With the radio turned off, press and hold the “ENTER” button (8) and turn theradio on. The radio will display all segments available on the display and soundthe power up tone. Release the “ENTER” button when the radio powers up. Thedisplay will show “FF” or “oN” depending on the previous setting, and below insmaller letters “BEEP”2. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” button to change the setting.3. The setting “oN” is Beep on. The setting “FF” is Beep off.4. Press and release the “ENTER” button to return to operating mode.TURNING ON THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHTPress and release the “ENTER” button (8). A beep will be heard (if enabled). Theback-light will stay on for about 5 seconds then turn off.
10TURNING THE ROGER BEEP ON OR OFFRoger beep is a sound the radio transmits when you release the “PTT” button (4).1. With the radio turned off, press and hold the “ENTER” button and turn the radioon. The radio will display all segments available on the display and sound thepower up tone. Release the “ENTER” button when the radio powers up. Thedisplay will show “FF” or “oN” depending on the previous setting, and below insmaller letters “BEEP”2. Press and release the “F” button once. An icon of a musical note will bedisplayed above “oN” or “FF” on the display.3. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” button to change the setting." The setting “oN” is Roger beep on. The setting “FF” is Roger beep off." The Roger beep is the same sound as the Power Up tone4. Press and release the “ENTER” button to return to operating mode.! Use of roger beep is discouraged when earphones or headsets are in use.TURNING THE CALL VIBRATOR ON OR OFFThe Call Vibrator feature causes a vibration in the unit when the incoming call signalis received. To use this feature follow these steps:1. With the radio turned off press and hold the “ENTER” button and turn the radioon. The radio will display all segments available on the display and sound thepower up tone. Release the “ENTER” button when the radio powers up. Thedisplay will show “FF” or “oN” depending on the previous setting.2. Press and release the “F” button twice and the icon will be displayed (in mostunits) above “oN” or “FF” on the display..3. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” button to change the setting.4. The setting “oN” is call vibrator on,The setting “FF” is call vibrator off.5. Press and release the “Enter” button to return to operating mode.ACTIVATING SCAN FUNCTIONSThe G11 has three scan modes. The most popular and most used is the “BUSY”channel scan. This allows the radio to stop on a channel that someone is talking on.When the radio stops on a “Busy” channel, the scan will stop and resume after about 5seconds. The second is the “OPEN” channel scan. This allows the radio to stop on thechannel NOT used. The third is “DUAL WATCH”. This allows you to monitor theactive channel and one of the fifteen available channels.
11Busy Channel Scan:1. Press and release the ”F” button (9), the ”SCAN” icon will begin flashing in thelower center of the display.2. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” button to activate scan. The unit will now beginscanning the active channels." Pressing the “PTT” (push to talk) button will cause the radio to stop scanningand return to normal operate mode." When you enter the “program mode” with the “F” button the radio will goback to operate mode after about 8 seconds if no buttons are pressed.Open Channel Scan:1. Press and release the “F” button repeatedly (usually twice) until the “B.SCAN”icon flashes in the lower center of the display.2. Press and release the ”/\” or “\/” button to activate scan. The radio will begin toscan for the OPEN channel." Scanning will stop on the open channel for about 5 seconds then move to theother channel.3. Press the “PTT” button to stop scanning and talk on that channel.4. To reactivate scan repeat steps above." When you enter the “program mode” with the “F” button the radio will goback to operate mode after about 8 seconds if no buttons are pressed.Dual WatchDual watch is a function that allows you to scan the current active channel and oneother channel.1. Select the active channel.2. Press the “F” button repeatedly (usually 5 times) until “DW” is flashing in the topof the display.3. Select the second channel to be scanned." About 3 seconds after your selection of the second channel is complete theradio will begin switching between the two channels." When the radio hears activity on either channel, scanning will stop on thatchannel for about 5 seconds and then resume scanning." If communication is desired on the channel scanning stopped on, press the“PTT” button. This will deactivate Dual Watch and allow you to communicatenormally.4. To reactivate Dual Watch repeat steps above.
12ACTIVATING “PRIVACY” CODESTo activate “CTCSS” codes1. Press the “F” button repeatedly (usually 3 times) to cause the icon “CTCSS” tobe displayed in the upper left of the display to flash.2. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” buttons to select the “CTCSS” code you desire." A code of “00” means no code is programmed." You must do this for each of the channels you want CTCSS codes on." Activating the “CTCSS” code will prevent you from hearing any conversationthat is not using the same “CTCSS” code. This does not make yourconversation private. The following is a list of frequencies of the CTCSS codes. Different brands of radiosmay use a different number code for the frequencies. For operation with other brandsof radios the selected CTCSS frequency must match.01=67.0 Hz 11=97.4 Hz 21=136.5 Hz 31=192.8 Hz02=71.9 Hz 12=100.0 Hz 22=141.3 Hz 32=203.5 Hz03=74.4 Hz 13=103.5 Hz 23=146.2 Hz 33=210.7 Hz04=77.0 Hz 14=107.2 Hz 24=151.4 Hz 34=218.1 Hz05=79.7 Hz 15=110.9 Hz 25=156.7 Hz 35=225.7 Hz06=82.5 Hz 16=114.8 Hz 26=162.2 Hz 36=233.6 Hz07=85.4 Hz 17=118.8 Hz 27=167.9 Hz 37=241.8 Hz08=88.5 Hz 18=123.0 Hz 28=173.8 Hz 38=250.3 Hz09=91.5 Hz 19=127.3 Hz 29=179.9 Hz 00=OFF10=94.8 Hz 20=131.8 Hz 30=186.2 Hz
13DCS CODESThere are 83 “DCS” codes. These are used in the same manor as the “CTCSS”codes.To activate the DCS Codes1. Press the “F” button repeatedly until the “DCS” icon flashes (usually 4 times).2. Press the “/\” or “\/” button to select the “DCS” code you desire.3. Press the “ENTER” button when you have made your selection." When you enter the program mode with the “F” button, the radio will go backto operate mode after about 8 seconds if no buttons are pressed." A code of “00” means no code is programmed." You must do this for all the channels you want “DCS” codes on." Turning on the “DCS” code will prevent you from hearing any conversationthat is not using the same “DCS” code. This does not make your conversationprivate.The following list contains the values of the “DCS” codes. Different brands of radiosmay use different codes. For operation with other brands of radios the selected“DCS” value must be the same.01=023 11=071 21=134 31=223 41=306 51=411 61=503 71=631 81=73402=025 12=072 22=143 32=226 42=331 52=412 62=506 72=632 82=74303=026 13=073 23=152 33=243 43=315 53=413 63=516 73=654 83=75404=031 14=074 24=155 34=244 44=331 54=423 64=532 74=66205=032 15=114 25=156 35=245 45=343 55=431 65=546 75=66406=043 16=115 26=162 36=251 46=346 56=432 66=565 76=70307=047 17=116 27=165 37=261 47=351 57=445 67=606 77=71208=051 18=125 28=172 38=263 48=364 58=464 68=612 78=72309=054 19=131 29=174 39=265 49=365 59=465 69=624 79=73110=065 20=132 30=205 40=272 50=371 60=466 70=627 80=732RESETTING THE RADIOIf the radio stops responding to button presses or otherwise does not function properlyin some cases the radio can be reset to restore normal operation.To reset the radio: With the radio off, press and hold the “F” button and turn the radioon. Release the “F” button when the radio powers up. (see turning the radio on)" This operation will reset the radio to factory settings and will erase allmemory channels that have been programmed.
14OPERATING THE HANDS FREE VOX (VOICE OPERATED TRANSMIT)To get the most use from the “VOX” feature you must first determine what sensitivitylevel is needed to activate the “VOX” control. Sensitivity is how loud you have to talkto activate the “VOX” circuit. The “VOX” has 6 levels of sensitivity that can beadjusted. The 1 option you can talk in a normal voice with no background noise toactivate the “VOX” circuit. The higher level numbers will require increasing voicelevel to activate the “VOX” circuit. This is useful in noisier areas that might activatethe “VOX” without talking. The next adjustment is the delay. This is a function of the“VOX” that keeps the radio in transmit mode after you stop talking. A delay that is setto short will cause the “VOX” circuit to stop between some words. The delay isadjustable to 6 levels. Level 1, the shortest will give about one half second of delay.Increasing the delay value extends the transmitter time to two seconds or more. Byactivating the “VOX” you only have to talk into the front of the radio or use a headsetto make the radio transmit. The PTT (push to talk) button is not functional in “VOX”mode. It is recommended to use a headset when using the “VOX” feature.Choosing VOX operationPress and hold the VOX button of the radio for one second so “VOX” icon appears onthe display.Setting “VOX” Sensitivity Level:" The sensitivity is adjustable by 6 levels. Level 1 is the most sensitive.To set the sensitivity level1. With the radio turned off, press and hold the “ENTER” button and turn the radioon. The radio will display all segments available on the display and sound thepower up tone. Release the “ENTER” button after the radio powers up. Thedisplay will show “FF” or ”on” depending on the previous setting, and below insmaller letters “BEEP”2. Press the “F” button repeatedly (usually three times) until you see “LE” on thedisplay." The number next to “LE” is the sensitivity level setting.3. Press the “/\” or “\/” button repeatedly to change the “VOX” sensitivity.4. Proceed to step 2 below if setting the delay is desired.5. Press and release the “ENTER” button to return to the operation mode or pressthe “F” button to continue settings.
15Setting “VOX” Delay.The Delay is adjustable by 6 levels. Level 1 is the least amount of delay.1. Refer to step one above.2. Press and release the “F” button until “dL” is on the display." The numbers next to the “dL” is the delay setting.3. Press the “/\” or “\/” button to change the DELAY setting.4. Press and release the “ENTER” button to return to operation mode.Using accessories while in “VOX” mode.Accessories for private listening are available. Those with a “VOX/PTT” switchbuilt in can be used with the G11 in “VOX” mode. Turn on the radio. Set the radio to“VOX”. Set the accessory VOX/PTT switch to” VOX”.! Key beep tones may sound very loud when using a headset or earpiece. Weadvise turning off tones and avoid using the call feature when using accessories.SETTING REMOTE MONITOR MODE1. Choose a channel to be used, set BOTH radios to that channel.2. With the radio to be used for the monitor off, press and hold the “ENTER” buttonand turn the radio on.3. Release the “ENTER” button when the radio powers up.4. Press and release the “F” button repeatedly until “bb” (usually five times) is onthe display.5. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” button repeatedly to select the sensitivity level." The two numbers to the right of the “bb” is the sensitivity. This can be set from01 to 06. A sensitivity level of 01 is the most sensitive.6. Adjust the volume as desired.7. Press and release the “ENTER” button to activate remote monitor mode." The radio will enter monitor mode after 1 minute. If the remote radio hears asound, the radio will send the call signal. After the call is complete the remoteradio will transmit for 10 seconds. This allows you to hear the sound. After the10 seconds of transmit is complete, the remote radio will go to receive for 10seconds allowing you to transmit to the remote radio. This cycle continues 3times then the remote radio goes back to monitor mode." To ensure reliable communications, be certain fresh batteries are used.! WARNING This monitoring is NOT intended in any way as a life saving device.To exit the remote monitor modeSwitch the radio off then on.
16SETTING MEMORY CHANNELS" There are 9 memory channels available.To set Memory Channels1. Press the “F” button repeatedly until the “M” is displayed above the flashingmemory channel number in the lower left of the display (usually 7 times).2. Select a memory channel by pressing and releasing the “/\” or “\/” buttons." If the channel you want to program is the displayed channel when you accessthe memory program mode, you must change the channel and return to thatchannel before programming is allowed.3. Press and release the “F” button. The first number (usually will be 0) will flash.Choose a channel by pressing and releasing the “/\” or “\/” button." The next step has three options. 1. Choosing a “CTCSS” tone. 2. Choosing a“DCS” tone. 3. Choosing no tone at all.4. Press and release the “F” button. The next two numbers (usually will be 00) willflash as well as the “CTCSS” in the upper left of the display. If no tone is desiredgo to step 5. Select a “CTCSS” tone desired or press and release the “F” buttonagain. The “DCS” will begin to flash, select a “DCS” tone desired.5. Press and release the “ENTER” button to complete the programming." The “CTCSS or “DCS” must be flashing when you press the “ENTER”button to complete the programming." After pressing the “ENTER” button, the radio will go back to normaloperating mode.ACCESSING MEMORY CHANNELS1. Press and release the “F” button repeatedly (usually 6 times) until the displayshows a number in the lower right of the display." This will be the location without the “M” above the number." If the number is flashing this indicates the memory channel has not beenprogrammed.2. Press and release the “/\” or “\/” button to select a “Memory Channel”previously programmed." To exit the “Memory Channel” mode, press and release the “ENTER”button or press the “F” button twice.
17TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM SOLUTIONNo Power 1. Check battery installation and/or replace batteriesCannot Receive Messages 1. Make sure the volume is set high enough.2. Confirm the radios have the same channel and orCTCSS/DCS code settings.3. Change your location, you may be out of range.4. Install batteries properly or replace.5. Buildings, obstructions, operating indoors or invehicles may interfere with communication.Change your location.6. Make sure the radio is not transmitting. This couldbe due to the radio being switched to VOXoperation or accessories not set properly.Range is Short 1. Operating the radio from a vehicle or from a metalbuilding will decrease the range. If possible operateoutside of vehicles or buildings.2. Carrying the radio so that the antenna is very nearthe body will decrease the range. Hold the radio in theopen for the best range.3. Battery condition can affect range. Replace orrecharge batteries.Interference/Static 1. Using the CTCSS should stop you from hearinginterference from other users and computers.2. Radios too close. Radios must be at least 5 feetapart.3. Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere withtransmissions. Talk range is up to 4 miles inunobstructed, clear areas.Radio is not responding tobutton presses 1. Make sure radio is not in “VOX” mode.2. Make sure key lock is not on. See To lock thecontrols3. Make sure radio is not transmitting.4. Radio might need to be reset, See Resetting Radio.5. Ensure accessory microphone is set properly (seePage 12).Display is dim 1. Reposition or replace batteries.
18Charger not functioning 1. Charger pin is not properly in place. Check thatcharger is fully inserted into the jack on thebottom of the radio. If using the drop-in charger,check the contacts on the bottom of the radio theymay require cleaning.2. Ensure the outlet the charger is plugged into isfunctioning properly.3. Check that the batteries are installed in the radioproperly.4. Remove batteries from the radio and try to chargeseparately.CARE OF RECHARGEABLE BATTERIESALWAYS DISPOSE OF BATTERIES PROPERLYAlways follow the battery manufactures recommendations forCharging and disposing of Ni-MH batteries.The following is meant as general information regarding Ni-MH batteries.1. Occasionally allow the batteries to fully discharge before recharging. The batteryindicator showing less than two segments will indicate full discharge.2. Always allow the battery to fully charge before using. This requires 10 hours withthe approved charger.Note: Do not charge any type of alkaline batteries in this unit.
19SERVICE:If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please call first and speakwith a service technician. Many problems can be remedied over the phone withoutreturning the unit for service.If it ever becomes necessary to return your unit for service:1. Pack the unit in its original box and packing.2. Pack the original box in a suitable shipping carton. Improper packing will resultin damage during shipment.3. Include a photocopy of the bill of sale showing the date of purchase.4. Include a brief description of the problem you are having.5. Include a DAYTIME telephone number.6. Include a money order or Visa or Master Card credit card number for $7.50 tocover shipping and handling. No personal checks please.7. You do not need to return accessory unless they maybe directly related to theproblem.8. This information must be included before Warranty Service can be considered.Failure to include these items will delay the repair of the radio until these itemsare received.
20TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*GENERALFrequency range.................................................................462.5625-462.725 MHzChannels...............................................................................................................15Modulation type................................................................................................. FMAntenna impedance ....................................................................................50 OhmLoud-speaker..........………..................................................................8 Ohm 0.5WMicrophone...................................................................................…electronic typePower supply.......................................... 4 AAA Ni-MH or Alkaline(4.8/6.0VDC)RECEIVERSensitivity at 12dB Sinad..............................................................................0.3 µVSelectivity........................................................................................................50 dBSquelch range...................................................................................…...AutomaticAudio output power........................................….0.3W @ 8 Ohm (10% distortion)Distortion at 500 mV.........................................................................................7%Audio frequency response.....................................................................400-2400 HzTRANSMITTERRF Output Power...........................................….......nominal 1000 mW @ 4.5VDCFrequency Tolerance................................................................................. 0.0005%Harmonic Suppression...................................................................more than 50 dBModulation......................................................................................FM +/- 4.0 kHz*Specifications are nominal and subject to changeCHANNEL FREQUENCIES (MHz)01=462.5625 05=462.6625 09=462.625 13=462.65002=462.5875 06=462.6875 10=462.675* 14=462.70003=462.6125 07=462.7125 11=462.550 15=462.72504=462.6375 08=462.575 12=462.600* GMRS emergency channel 462.675MHz.
21LIMITED WARRANTYMidland Consumer Radio Inc. will repair or replace, at its option withoutcharge, any Midland FRS transceiver which fails due to a defect in material orworkmanship within ONE YEAR following the initial consumer purchase.This warranty does not include any carrying cases, earphones, or antennas,which may be a part of or included with the warranted product.Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained byreturning the warranted product, freight prepaid, along with proof of purchase date, toMidland Consumer Radio Inc., Warranty Service Department, 1670 North ToppingAvenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64120.Warranty information may be obtained by writing Midland Consumer Radio,Warranty Service Department at the above address.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have otherrights, which vary, from state to state.Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United Statesof America or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S. Militaryexchange.Midland Consumer Radio1670 N. ToppingKansas City, Mo. 64120Printed in KoreaPart No. 95000040Phone: (816) 241-8500FAX: (816) 241-5713E-mail: mail@midlandradio.comURL: www.midlandradio.com

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