User manual MIDLAND GXT200

[. . . ] A GMRS license held by an individual may be shared by immediate family members. To obtain the application form, call the FCC forms hotline at 1-800-418-3676 or go to http://www. fcc. gov. Please request forms 605 and 159 which include all necessary forms and instructions. For questions concerning licensing, please contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-2255322), or go to http://www. fcc. gov/wtb/prs/genmbl. html. http://www. midlandradio. com -6- Control Buttons & Indicators Use to: Monitor Channel Activity Use to: - Turn On/Off the Radio - Enter/Exit the menu Use to: Ext. [. . . ] With the back of the radio facing you, remove the Battery Cover by sliding it down from the unit. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating or can damage the unit. Note: Batteries are not included http://www. midlandradio. com -9- Charging the batteries Your GXT-250 is equipped to allow using a rechargeable NiMH battery pack (not included) which can be recharged by an A/C Charger/Adaptor (not included) through the MIC Jack of the radio, or using a Desktop Charger (not included). Batteries must be charged when the low battery icon flashes on the display. To charge through the MIC Jack : - Connect the AC Adaptor/Charger into an A/C Wall Outlet - Insert the Adaptor/Charger jack into the MIC Jack of the radio found at the side of the unit. To charge through a Desktop Charger: - Connect the AC Adaptor into an A/C Wall outlet - Insert the Adaptor Jack into the Desktop charger jack - Place the units into the Desktop Charger slot and note that the LED indicator of the Desktop Charger will light up to indicate charging function. Do not attempt to charge Alkaline batteries or any batteries or battery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. For long term storage of the radio, turn the unit OFF and remove the batteries from the radio. http://www. midlandradio. com - 10 - Operation Power On/Off : Press the on. Press the button button for more than 1 second to turn the radio for over 3 seconds to turn the radio off. button Volume : Press the button to increase the volume, and press the to decrease the volume during normal operation. Talking and Listening : To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel and CTCSS Code. · · · For maximum clarity, hold the radio 2 to 3 inches from your mouth. Press and hold PTT button and speak in a normal voice into the microphone. The TX icon will appear continuously on the LCD Display when transmitting. The HI or LO icon will appear on the display depending on your setting. Note : On channel 8~14 no power level selection is possible VOX : VOX (voice operated transmit) operation allows you to transmit without using the PTT button when using a headset. To enable VOX operation: · Insert the headset plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks. To set the radio to VOX Mode, repeatedly press the button until the VOX icon flashes on the LCD display. Press the or button to turn the VOX on or off, an "on" or "oF" will appear on the display during setting. The VOX icon will appear on the LCD display if the radio is set into VOX mode. http://www. midlandradio. com - 15 - Roger Beep Tone : Whenever you release the PTT button, a "Roger Beep" tone may be transmitted to let your friends know you are finished talking. To enable the Roger Beep, press the button repeatedly until the "rb" appears on the display. An "on" or "oF" will appear on the display during setting. http://www. midlandradio. com - 16 - External Speaker/Microphone Jack : Your GXT-250 can be used with an optional external speaker/microphone or headset, freeing your hands for other tasks. To use an optional / speaker / microphone or headset: · Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks · Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic into your desired position. http://www. midlandradio. com - 17 - Belt Clip : To install the belt clip: · Slide the clip up into the slot on the back of the radio until the latching mechanism clicks. Pull the latching tab outward, then gently slide the belt clip down toward the bottom of the radio. To remove the belt clip: · http://www. midlandradio. com - 18 - PROBLEM No Power Cannot Receive Messages SOLUTION - Check battery installation and/or replace batteries - Confirm the radios have the same channel settings. - Buildings and other obstructions may interfere with your communication. Radio is not responding to button presses Display is dim Charger not functioning - Make sure key lock is not on. - Ensure accessory microphone is set properly - Reposition or replace batteries. [. . . ] - Ensure the outlet the charger is plugged into is functioning properly. - Check that the batteries are installed in the radio properly. If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please call first and speak with a service technician. Many problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit for service. http://www. midlandradio. com - 19 - Technical Specification A. Specification Channels Operating Frequency Power Source Output Power 22 Channels UHF 462. 5500 ~ 467. 7125 MHz 4 AAA Alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries Typically 2 Watts HI, 0. 5 Watts LO B. [. . . ]