Midland Radio 5001z User Manual

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5001z

||40 Channel Citizen Band Mobile Radio

40 Channel Citizen Band Mobile Radio

Owner’s Manual

Model 5001z Owner’s Manual

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Table of Contents

Welcome to the World of Midland Electronics Major 5001z Features Installation

Location Mechanical Mounting Power Wiring Mounting the Main Unit Installation of Microphone Hanger

CB Antenna

Antenna: How to Select, Position, Install and Tune the Right One for You Where you Locate your Antenna Does Make a Difference Antenna Installation

Tuning your Antenna 5001z Front Panel Features and Operation How to Operate your Transceiver Back Panel Features and Operation How to Operate the Public Address Technical Specifications Limited Warranty Service and Technical Support Other Midland Products

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Welcome to the World of Midland Electronics

Congratulations on your purchase of a state-of-the-art Midland 5001z mobile CB radio. In the years ahead, you can expect to realize time and again why Midland holds the front running position among CB users everywhere. You will come to know that American Original is not just a slogan, but the heading of long list of hearable, seeable benefits. As your Midland CB experience unfolds and grows we hope you will remember that CB radios are only one kind of electronic excellence available under the Midland name.

Your 40 channel CB radio represents the state of the art in high tech engineering. The unit incorporates microprocessor controlled PLL circuitry for precise tuning. The 5001z is a classic style CB that is skillfully constructed with the finest components. This radio is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance for years to come. Enjoy!

Major 5001z Features

• 40 CB Channels

• 4 Watt Output Power

•

X-TRA TALK

Mic Gain

• 4- Pin Front Panel Mic Connector

• PA Function

• Switchable Noise Blanker(NB)

• Instant Channel 9

• Dimmer Control

• RF Gain

• Automatic Noise Limiter(ANL)

• Push to talk ergonomically designed microphone

• 9 ft coil Mic cord

• Includes mounting bracket/hardware and fused DC power cord

Midland Radio Corporation

Hereby certifies that this unit has

been designed, manufactured,

FCC type accepted and certified

in accordance with part 95 and

Part 15, Subpart C of the current

FCC rules and regulations as of

the date of manufacture.

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Installation

This transceiver may be installed in any 12-volt negative ground-system car or truck. Most current U.S. and foreign vehicles use a negative system, but some older models and some newer large trucks may have a positive ground. Check the requirements for your vehicle before you begin installation. Generally, you have a negative-ground system if the minus (-) battery terminal is connected to the motor block. Contact your dealer in the event you are unable to determine your vehicle's polarity system.

Location

Your new Midland CB is designed to be installed under the dash or vertically on a console of your vehicle. Safety and convenience are the primary considerations in deciding exactly where to locate your radio.

Caution: Be sure that the unit is located so that it does not interfere with the driver, supplemental restraint systems (air bags), or impair access to any controls. Connecting cables must be routed and secured in such a manner as not to interfere with the operation of the brake, accelerator or other controls. Interference from either the unit or connecting cables may contribute to the loss of control of the vehicle.

Mechanical Mounting Step 1: Use the mounting bracket as a template for marking the location of screw holes

under the dash. Use a nail or other sharp pointed object to mark the hole locations. Step 2: Drill a 1/8" hole for each screw hole in the mounting bracket. Attach the bracket

to the dash with the Phillips head sheet metal screws provided.

NOTE: Extreme care should be exercised when drilling into the dash to avoid damage to under-dash electronic ignition, cruise control, instrument and/ or accessory wiring.

Step 3: Attach removable 3-pin plug-in DC cord to polarized DC jack on the rear of the

transceiver. Step 4: Locate and secure the radio into the mounting bracket, allowing working space

for later power connections.

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Installation Continued...

Power Wiring (negative ground only) Step 1: If you have not determined whether your vehicle has a negative or positive

ground, do so now. Then disconnect the negative lead from the battery to prevent short circuits that can occur during wiring. Do not connect this transceiver to positive ground electrical systems.

Step 2: With negative ground: A. Connect the positive (RED WIRE) the one with in-line fuse holder to either the

( a ) fuse block ( b ) cigarette lighter or ( c ) directly to the positive post on your battery.

Usually, the fuse block is the most convenient connecting point. It is also possible to connect to the Accessory terminal on the fuse block or ignition switch, so that your CB automatically goes off when the ignition goes off.

B. Then tightly connect the ground (BLACK WIRE) directly to the vehicle's metal frame. A good direct metal-to-metal ground is essential for optimum performance.

Mounting the Main Unit Step 1: Loosen the retaining knobs on each side of the mounting bracket to give enough

space for the unit to slide between the two bracket arms. Step 2: Position the main unit between the bracket arms in line with the retaining knobs.

Set the height and angle for optimum operating comfort and accessibility.

Step 3: Tighten the retaining knobs.

Installation of Microphone Hanger

Mounting holes are provided on the microphone hanger bracket. The bracket can be attached to the vehicle dash or other convenient location.

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