Midland Radio 75445 Users manual

P20 Owner’s Guide

(75-445)

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FCC Licensing Information.......................................................................................2

TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR P20................................................ 3

A NOTE ABOUT THE CTCSS or DCS CODES.....................................................4

PREPARATION........................................................................................................... 5

BATTERIES.............................................................................................................5

CHARGING THE BATTERIES...............................................................................5

BELT CLIP...............................................................................................................6

QUICK USE INSTRUCTIONS:...................................................................................6

POWER SAVE CIRCUIT.............................................................................................6

RANGE OF UHF RADIOS.......................................................................................... 6

FEATURES AND LOCATION OF CONTOLS........................................................... 7

TURNING THE RADIO ON OR OFF .....................................................................7

LOCKING THE CONTROLS..................................................................................7

UNLOCKING THE CONTROLS.............................................................................7

SELECTING THE CHANNEL.................................................................................8

PROGRAMMING THE ACTIVE CHANNEL.........................................................8

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME...................................................................................8

ADJUSTING THE SQUELCH.................................................................................8

USING THE CALL FUNCTION..............................................................................8

USING THE MONITOR FUNCTION......................................................................8

TURNING ON OR OFF THE BUTTON PRESS BEEP...........................................9

TURNING ON THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHT......................................................... 9

TURNING THE ROGER BEEP ON OR OFF.......................................................... 9

ACTIVATING SCAN FUNCTIONS........................................................................ 9

ACTIVATING “PRIVACY” CODES.....................................................................10

DCS CODES..........................................................................................................12

RESETTING THE RADIO.....................................................................................12

OPERATING THE HANDS FREE VOX (VOICE OPERATED TRANSMIT) ..... 13

SETTING REMOTE MONITOR MODE............................................................... 14

SETTING MEMORY CHANNEL S....................................................................... 15

ACCESSING MEMORY CHANNELS..................................................................15

DISPLAY SYMBOLS............................................................................................16

TROUBL ESHOOTING.............................................................................................. 17

CARE OF RECHARGEABLE NI-CAD BATTERIES...............................................18

SERVICE: ..................................................................................................................19

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*............................................................................20

LIMITED WARRANTY.............................................................................................21

FCC Licensing Information

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This Midland model P20 radio operates on FM communication frequencies subject to
the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Communications Commission. The FCC
requires that all operators using Private Land Mobile frequencies obtain a radio
license before operating their equipment. Application for your FCC license is made on
FCC form 600 and schedules D, E, and G.
To have the forms faxed to you, call the FCC Fax-on-Demand system at 1-202-418­0177 from your Fax machine and request document 000600 for all forms and
instructions.
To have this form mailed to you, call the FCC forms hotline at: 1-800-418-3676
For questions concerning license application, contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC
(1-888-225-5322), or go to http://www.fcc.gov.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR RADIO

Accessory Name Model Number

Ni-cad Battery (single “AA” 3 required).......................………..18-BATT

Ni-MH Battery (single “AA” 3 required).......................……….18-NBAT

Standard Charger……………..………………………………..…..18-396

Charger Stand ……………………………………………......……18-383

Dual Charger Stand …………………………………………….....18-385

Lapel Microphone with Ear-bud Speaker………………………….22-405
Speaker/Microphone…………………………………………..…...22-411
Boom Microphone Headset ……………………………………….22-540

Call 816 241 8500 ext. 200 to order accessories.

THIS RADIO COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS
SUBJECT TO THE CONDITION THAT THIS DEVICE DOES NOT CAUSE
HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.

Your Midland model P20 UHF FM business two-way radio is designed to provide
you with line-of-sight communications for a range up to 4 miles. The model P20
incorporates channels with 38 different CTCSS and 83 DCS codes to provide the best
in quiet communications. Also this radio offers scan, power save, 9 memory channels
and a multifunction back-lighted liquid crystal display. This unit also incorporates
VOX (voi ce operated transmit) that all ows hands free use when the radio is equipped
with certain accessories.

TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR P20

Due to the band of operation (464/467/ 469 MHz) the P20 pr ovides communications
that are virtually free of atmospheric interference (skip) that is common on lower

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frequency bands. Along with this and an antenna system that is very efficient,
communications range is surprisingly good. Many times the limit to maximum possible
range is environmental factors such as blockage caused by trees, buildings, hills, or
ot her obs tr uct io ns. If you find c ommunic at io n i s no t po s si bl e , many t ime s t his ca n be
overcome by moving only a few feet to a new location. Range is greatly reduced while
operating from a metal building or from a vehicle. Battery condition also affects range.
The P20 operates on rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries or alkaline batteries. While this
unit has been designed with gaskets for water resistance and ruggedness it is a
precision piece of electronic equipment that should not be exposed to water or
handled carelessly. Normal care should result in years of trouble free operation. Do
not leave batteries installed over a long period of time as leakage may occur, that can
destroy the radi o. If you experience problems operating the radio, turn off the radio,
press and hold the
to the factory settings.

consideration.

Your wireless hand-held portable transceiver contains a low
power transmitter. When the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button is
pressed it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device
is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In
August 1996, t he Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for hand­held wir e le s s d evice s .

button and turn on the radio. This will cause the radio to return

“F”

Always save your receipt, as it is required for warranty

WARNING

To maintain comp liance with t he FCC' s RF e xpos ure guidelines,
this transmitter and its antenna must maintain a separation
distance of least 2 inches (5 centimeters) from your face.
Speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away
from the face at the required separation distance. The belt clip
is for storage purposes only. DO NOT TRANSMIT WHILE
USING THE BELT CLIP. To transmit, hold the device away
from your body and ensure the antenna is at least 2 inches (5
centimeters) fr om your body when transmitting.

A NOTE ABOUT THE CTCSS or DCS CODES

This radio incorporates 38 CTCSS (Continuos Tone Coded Squelch System) codes
and 83 DCS (Digital Coded Squelch) codes that, when activated, prevent the user

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from hearing other radi os that do not have the same code. These codes
your conversation private. If you experience difficulties contacting or hearing other
radios in your group make sure the
If you are using the P20 where interference from other radios or electrical devices are
present, enabling the
times interference will be noticed by the presence of loud static from the speaker.

BATTERIES

P20 radios oper ate with 3 AA Alkaline, Ni-Cad (nickel cadmium) or Ni-MH (nickel
metal hydride ) batteries (optional). Ni-Cad batteries provide about 15 hours of use.
Alkaline batteries will provide about 45 hours of use and Ni-MH batteries will
provide about 24 hours of use. The P20 may be supplied with Ni-Cad or NI-MH
batteries and a wall charger. Ni-Cad and Ni-MH batteries must be charged prior to
use. Charge at least 10 hours with the standard charger. If you are using Ni-MH
batteries charge at least 16 hours.

batteries 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.

CTCSS

CTCSS

or

DCS

PREPARATION

DO NOT atte mpt to charge any type of Alkaline

or

codes will usually mute the interference. Many

code is set the same on all radios.

DCS

do no t

ma ke

Battery Indicator:

The battery Condition indicator in the display will show the amount of charge of your
batteries. Replace alkaline or recharge the Ni-Cad batteries as soon as possible after
the indicator shows 2 segments or less of the battery lit.

CHARGING THE BATTERIES

Your P20 may not include rechargeable batteries and a charger. Install the batteries
observing their 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 into the charge jack under the cover marked
Page 6 illustration) on the bottom of the radio. All ow the batteries to charge 10 hours

for Ni-Cad and 16 hours for Ni-MH prior to use.

of Alka line bat t e ry in this radio.

18-385) follow the setup instructions then simply set the radio in the charger stand and
observe that the LED on the charger is lit. The radio should be turned off while
charging.

When using a drop-in charger (models 18-383 or

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“CHG”

Neve r atte mpt to charge any type

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BELT CLIP

The P20 comes standard with a belt clip. Attach it to the radio back by slidi ng the top
of the cl ip up ove r t he t wo re c tangul a r b os s es on the ba c k of t he r ad i o unti l it sna ps
into place. To detach the belt clip, press the lever inside the top of the clip away from
the radio body and slide the clip toward the bottom of the radio.

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! The belt clip is intended for storage of the radio only (waiting for a call). Do not

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transmit the radio while attached to your belt. (see warning on page 4)

QUICK USE INSTRUCTIONS:

Install fresh Alkaline or fully charged Ni-Cad or 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 codes
turned on.
To talk, press and hold the
marked “PTT”. Talk into the front of the radio about 6 inches from your mouth.
To listen release the “PTT” button.

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Other functions will be described later.

POWER SAVE CIRCUIT

This 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 will
begin to cycle from a sleep mode to fully on. This occurs several times a minute. If a
signal 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 icon
in the upper right of the display flashing “SAVE” will verify this.

(Push to Talk) button on the side of the radio

“PTT”

RANGE OF UHF RADIOS

The best range between portable UHF radios is achieved when they are operating in
open terrain outside of buildings and vehicles. Anyone using a portable unit inside a
vehicle will experience a significant loss of range.

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FEATURES AND LOCATION OF CONTOLS

1 VOX button 2-Up/Down Buttons 3-Monitor Button 4-Push to Talk Button
5-Call Button 6-Accessory jacks 7-On/Off Volume Control 8-Enter Button
9-Function Button 10-charging contacts 11-Charge Jack

THE RADIO MUST NOT BE SCANNING OR TRANSMITTING AND THE
CONTOLS NOT LOCKED BEFORE THE CONTROLS WILL WORK PROPERLY.

TURNING THE RADIO ON OR OFF

Rota te the ON/ OFF Volume co ntrol (7) cl ockw is e to turn the r adi o ON. An a udib le
tone will indicate the radio is on. The display will go through a 1 s e c o nd se l f te s t a nd
go to oper atio n mode . Rota te the ON/ OFF Vol ume c ontrol co unter cl ockw is e to turn
the radio off.

LOCKING THE CONTROLS

Press and hold the
heard and the KEY icon will be displayed. The
buttons active. If any other buttons are pressed 3 quick beeps will be heard.

UNLOCKING THE CONTROLS

Press and hold the
heard and the KEY icon will

“MON”

“MON”

button (3) for about 3 seconds a beep (if enabled) will be

“PTT”

button (3) for about 3 seconds a beep (if enabled) will be

be displayed.

not

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and the

“CALL”

are the only

SELECTING THE CHANNEL

Press the
(ONLY IF TWO CHANNELS ARE ACTIVE)

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! If only one channel is programmed and the /\ or \/ button is pressed 2 quick beeps

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will be heard.

PROGRAMMING THE ACTIVE CHANNEL

1. With the radio turned off, press and hold the “ENTER” button and turn the radio

on. Release the button after the power-up tone.

2. Press the “F” button twice or until you see “1-oN” or “1-FF” displayed.

3. To review channel programming status, press “/\” or “\/” buttons to display each

channel number. The channel number followed by “oN” indicates an active
channel. A channel number followed by-“ FF” indicates an inactive frequency.

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4. To change the status of a channel, use the /\ or \/ buttons to select the programmed

channel to be removed or added from use. Press the PTT button to change the
status from “oN” to “FF”. Select the new active channel with the /\ or \/ buttons.
Press the “ENTER” button to return to normal operation.

ADJUSTING THE VOLUME

Rota te the ON/ OFF Volume co ntro l ( 7) c l oc kw i s e to i ncr e as e the v ol ume. Ro tate the
ON/OFF Volume control counter clockwise to decrease the volume.

ADJUSTING THE SQUELCH

Squelch is preset, no adjustment is available.

or

“/\”

You can have only two channels in the active mode at a time. If you try to
activate more than two channels, the radio will beep two or three times. Check
and turn off any other active channels and try again.

button (2) to select the desired channel.

“\/”

USING THE CALL FUNCTION

Press and release the
This will cause the radio to transmit a tone to alert the other people in your group to
listen for a message.

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! Use of the call function is discouraged if using the 22-405 or the 22-540

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USING THE MONITOR FUNCTION

1. Press and release the

squelch.

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Thi s a l lo w s yo u t o o v e r ri d e t he s q ue lc h a nd the
This is useful to monitor the channel before you transmit to ensure there is not
someone using the channel when you have
programmed. This is also useful if you suspect someone in your group does not
have the proper

2. Press and release the

normal.

“CALL”

button (5) on the side of the radio.

“MON”

“CTCSS”

“MON”

button (3) on the side of the radio to open the

“CTCSS”

“CTCSS”

or

button or wait 10 seconds to restore the squelch to

tones programmed.

“DCS”

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or

or

“DCS”

“DCS”

tones .

tones

TURNING ON OR OFF THE BUTTON PRESS BEEP

1. With the radi o turned off, press and hold the

radio on. The radio will display all segments available on the display and sound
the power up tone. Release the
display will show “FF” or ” oN” depending on the previous setting, and below in
smaller letters

2. Press and release the

3. The setting “oN” is Beep on. The setting “FF” is Beep off.

4. Press and release the

TURNING ON THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHT

Press and release the
backlight will stay on for about 5 seconds then turn off.

TURNING THE ROGER BEEP ON OR OFF

Roger beep is a sound the radio transmits when you release the

1. With the radi o turned off, press and hold the “

on. The radio will display all segments available on the display and sound the
power up tone. Release the
display will show “FF” or ” oN” depending on the previous setting, and below i n
smaller letters

2. Press and release repeatedly the

note will be displayed above “oN” or “FF” on the display.

3. Press and release the

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The setting “oN” is Roger beep on. The setting “FF” is Roger beep off.

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The Roger beep is the same sound as the Power Up tone

4. Press and release the

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ACTIVATING SCAN FUNCTIONS

The P20 has three scan modes. The most popular and most used is the
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 5
seconds. The second is the
channel NOT used. The third is
active channel and one of the ten available channels.

Use of roger beep is discouraged when earphones or headsets are in use.

“BEEP”

“/\”

“ENTER”

“ENTER”

“BEEP”

“/\”

“ENTER”

“OPEN”

“ENTER”

or

button to change the setting.

“\/”

button to return to operating mode.

button (8). A beep will be heard (if enabled). The

“ENTER”

button (usually twice). An icon of a musical

“F”

or

button to change the setting.

“\/”

button to return to operating mode.

channel scan. This allows the radio to stop on the

“DUAL WATCH”

“ENTER”

button when the radio pow ers up. The

ENTER

button when the radio powers up. The

. T his a ll o ws you t o moni to r the

button (8) and tur n the

“PTT”

” butto n and turn the r a di o

button (4).

“BUSY”

Busy Channel Scan:

1. Press and release the

lower center of the display.

2. Press and release the

scanning the active channels.

button (9), the ”SCAN” icon will begin flashing in the

”F”

or

“/\”

button to activate scan. The unit will now begin

“\/”

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Pressing the
and return to normal operate mode.

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When you enter the “program mode” with the
back to operate mode after about 8 seconds if no buttons are pressed.

Open Channel Scan:

1. Press and release the

icon flashes in the lower center of the display.

2. Press and release the

scan for the OPEN channel.

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Scanning will stop on the open channel for about 5 seconds then move to the
other channel.

3. Press the

4. To reactivate scan repeat steps above.

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When you enter the “program mode” with the
back to operate mode after about 8 seconds if no buttons are pressed.

Dual Watch

Dua l w a tc h is a f uncti o n that al l ow s yo u to sc an the c urr e nt a c tiv e c hanne l a nd one
other channel.

1. Select the active channel.

2. Press the

of the display.

3. Select the second channel to be scanned.

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About 3 se conds afte r your se lec tio n of the seco nd cha nnel is comp let e the
radio will begin switching between the two channels.

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When the radio hears activity on either channel, scanning will stop on that
channel for about 5 seconds and then resume scanning.

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If communication is desired on the channel scanning stopped on, press the

“PTT”

normally.

4. To reactivate Dual Watch repeat steps above.

ACTIVATING “PRIVACY” CODES
To activate “CTCSS” codes

1. Press the

be displayed in the upper left of the display to flash.

2. Press and release the

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A code of “00” means no code is programmed.

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You must do this for each of the channels you want

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Activating the “
that is not using the same “
conversation private.

“PTT”

“PTT”

button repeatedly (usually 5 times) until

“F”

button. This will deactivate Dual Watch and allow you to communicate

button repeatedly (usually 3 times) to cause the icon

“F”

(push to talk) button will cause the radio to stop scanning

button the radio will go

“F”

button repeatedly (usually twice) until the

“F”

or

”/\”

button to stop scanning and talk on that channel.

“/\”

CTCSS”

button to activate scan. The radio will begin to

“\/”

button the radio will go

“F”

is flashing in the top

“DW”

or

buttons to select the

“\/”

code will prevent you from hearing any conversation

CTCSS”

code. This does not make your

“CTCSS”

CTCSS

code you desire.

codes on.

“B.SCAN”

“CTCSS”

to

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The following is a list of frequencies of the CTCSS codes. Different brands of radios
may use a di fferent number code for the frequencies. For operation w ith other brands
of radios the selected CTCSS frequency must match.

01=67.0 Hz 11=97.4 Hz 21=136.5 Hz 31=192.8 Hz
02=71.9 Hz 12=100.0 Hz 22=141.3 Hz 32=203.5 Hz
03=74.4 Hz 13=103.5 Hz 23=146.2 Hz 33=210.7 Hz
04=77.0 Hz 14=107.2 Hz 24=151.4 Hz 34=218.1 Hz
05=79.7 Hz 15=110.9 Hz 25=156.7 Hz 35=225.7 Hz
06=82.5 Hz 16=114.8 Hz 26=162.2 Hz 36=233.6 Hz
07=85.4 Hz 17=118.8 Hz 27=167.9 Hz 37=241.8 Hz
08=88.5 Hz 18=123.0 Hz 28=173.8 Hz 38=250.3 Hz
09=91.5 Hz 19=127.3 Hz 29=179.9 Hz 00=OFF
10=94.8 Hz 20=131.8 Hz 30=186.2 Hz

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DCS CODES

There are 83
codes.

To activate the DCS Codes

Press the

1.

Press the

2.

Press the

3.

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"
"
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The following list contains the values of the
may use different codes. For operation with other brands of radios the selected

“DCS”

01=023 11=071 21=134 31=223 41=306 51=411 61=503 71=631 81=734
02=025 12=072 22=143 32=226 42=331 52=412 62=506 72=632 82=743
03=026 13=073 23=152 33=243 43=315 53=413 63=516 73=654 83=754
04=031 14=074 24=155 34=244 44=331 54=423 64=532 74=662
05=032 15=114 25=156 35=245 45=343 55=431 65=546 75=664
06=043 16=115 26=162 36=251 46=346 56=432 66=565 76=703
07=047 17=116 27=165 37=261 47=351 57=445 67=606 77=712
08=051 18=125 28=172 38=263 48=364 58=464 68=612 78=723
09=054 19=131 29=174 39=265 49=365 59=465 69=624 79=731
10=065 20=132 30=205 40=272 50=371 60=466 70=627 80=732

“F”
“/\”
“ENTER”

When you enter the program mode with the
to 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

Tur ni ng on the
tha t is no t us ing the s a me
private.

value must be the same.

codes. These are used in the same manor as the

“DCS”

button repeatedly until the

or

button to select the

“\/”

button when you have made your selection.

“DCS”

code will prevent you from hearing any conversation

code. This does not make yo ur co nve rs a tio n

“DCS”

“DCS”

icon flashes (usually 4 times).

“DCS”

code you desire.

“DCS”

button, the radio will go back

“F”

“DCS”

codes. Different brands of radios

“CTCSS”

codes on.

RESETTING THE RADIO

If the radio stops responding to button presses or otherwise does not function properly
in some cases the radio can be reset to restore normal operation.
To reset the radio: With the radio off, press and hold the
on. Release the

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This operation will reset the radio to factory settings and will erase all
memory channels that have been programmed.

button when the radio powers up. (see turning the radio on)

“F”

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button and tur n the ra d i o

“F”

OPERATING THE HANDS FREE VOX (VOICE OPERATED TRANSMIT)

To get the most use from the “VOX” feature you must first determine what sensitivity
level is needed to activate the “VOX” control. Sensitivity is how loud you have to talk
to activate the “VOX” circuit. The “VOX” has 6 levels of sensitivity that can be
adjusted. The 1 option you can talk in a normal voice with no background noise to
activate the “VOX” circuit. The higher level numbers will require increasing voice
level to activate the “VOX” circuit. This is useful in noisier areas that might activate
the “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 set
to short will cause the “VOX” circuit to stop between some words. The delay is
adjustable 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. By
activating the “VOX” you only have to talk into the front of the radio or use a headset
to 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 operation

Press and hold the
the display.

Setting “VOX” Sensitivity Level:

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The sensitivity is adjustable by 6 levels. Level 1 is the most sensitive.

To set the sensitivity level

With the radi o turned off, press and hold the “

1.

on. The radio will display all segments available on the display and sound the
power up tone. Release the
display will show
smaller letters
Press the “F” button repeatedly (usually three times) until you see “

2.

display.

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The number next to “LE” is the sensitivity level setting.

Press the “/\” or “\/” button repeatedly to change the “

3.

Proceed to step 2 below if setting the delay is desired.

4.

Press and release the

5.

the “F” button to continue settings.

Setting “VOX” Delay.

The Delay is adjustable by 6 levels. Level 1 is the least amount of delay.

1. Refer to step one above.

Press and release the “F” button until “dL” is on the display.

2.

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The numbers next to the “dL” is the delay setting.

3. Press the

4. Press and release the

“/\”

button of the radio for one second so “

VOX

button after the radio powers up. The

depending on the previous setting, and below i n

button to return to the operation mode or press

DELAY

or

“FF”

“BEEP”

“ENTER”

or

button to change the

“\/”

“ENTER”

“ENTER”

”on”

button to return to operation mode.

ENTER

setting.

” icon appears on

VOX

” butto n and turn the r a di o

on the

LE”

” sensitivity.

VOX

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Using accessories while in “VOX” mode.

Accessories for private listening are available. Those with a “VOX/PTT” switch
built in can be used with the P20 in “VOX” mode. Turn on the radio. Set the radio to
“VOX”. Set the accessory VOX/PTT switch to” VOX”.

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Key beep tones may sound very loud when using a headset or earpiece. We
advise turning off tones and avoid using the call feature when using accessories.

SETTING REMOTE MONITOR MODE

1. Choose a channel to be used, set

2. With the radio to be used for the monitor off, press and hold the

and turn the radio on.

3. Release the “

4. Press and release the “F” button repeatedly until “bb” (usually 5 times) is on the

display.

5. Press and release the

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The two numbers to the right of the “bb” is the sensitivity. This can be set from
01 to 06. A sensitivity level of 01 is the most sensitive.

6. Adjust the volume as desired.

7. Press and release the

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The radio will enter monitor mode after 1 minute. If the remote radio hears a
sound, the radio will send the call signal. After the call is complete the remote
radio will transmit for 10 seconds. This allows you to hear the sound. After the
10 seconds of transmit is complete, the remote radio will go to receive for 10
seconds allowi ng you to transmi t to the remote radio. This cycle continues 3
times then the remote radio goes back to monitor mode.

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To ensure reliable communications, be certain fresh batteries are used.

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WARNING

ENTER

This monitoring is NOT intended in any way as a life saving device.

” button when the radio powers up.

or

“/\”

“\/”

“ENTER”

radios to that channel.

BOTH

“ENTER”

button repeatedly to select the sensitivity level.

button to activate remote monitor mode.

button

To exit the remote monitor mode

Switch the radio off then on.

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SETTING MEMORY CHANNELS

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There are 9 memory channels available.

To set Memory Channels

1. Press the

memory channel number in the lower left of the display.

2. Select a memory channel by pressing and releasing the

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If the channel you want to program i s the displayed channel when you access
the memory program mode, you must change the channel and return to that
channel before programming is allowed.

3. Press and release the

Choose a channel by pressing and releasing the

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The ne xt s te p has thre e o p tio ns . 1. Choosing a

“DCS”

4. Press and release the

flash as well as the
go to step 5. Select a
again. The

5. Press and release the

"

The
button to complete the programming.

"

After pressing the
operating mode.

ACCESSING MEMORY CHANNELS

1. Press and release the

shows a number in the lower right of the display.

"

This will be the location

"

If the number is flashing this indicates the memory channel has not been

programmed.

2. Press and release the

previously programmed.

"

To exit the

button or press the

button repeatedly until the

“F”

button. The first number (usually will be 0) will flash.

“F”

tone. 3. Choosing no tone at all.

button. The next two numbers (usually will be 00) will

“F”

in the upper left of the display. If no tone is desired

tone desir ed or pr ess and releas e the

button to complete the programming.

must be flashing when you press the

“ENTER”

button repeatedly (usually 6 times) until the display

“F”

without

or

“/\”

button twice.

button, the radio will go back to normal

“\/”

“DCS”

“CTCSS

“CTCSS”

“CTCSS”

will begin to flash, select a

“ENTER”

or

“DCS”

“Memory Channel”

“F”

is displayed above the flashing

“M”

or

“/\”

“\/”

or

“/\”

“CTCSS”

“DCS”

the

button to select a

above the number.

“M”

mode, press and release the

button.

“\/”

tone. 2. Choosing a

tone desired.

“Memory Channel”

buttons.

“F”

“ENTER”

“ENTER”

button

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DISPLAY SYMBOLS

CAUTION: DON’T EXPOSE THE DISPLAY TO EXTREME HOT OR

COLD TEMPERATURE

1. Channel number:

2. TX Symbol

3. RX Symbol

4. CTCSS Code Symbol:

5. DCS Symbol:

6. Musical note

7. SAVE Symbol:

8. Key Symbol
“CALL”

Shows the

9.

radios you talk to must be set to the same code.

10. DW Symbol:

11. VOX Symbol:

12. B.SCAN

mode is in use

13. BEEP

14. Battery symbol

when this indicator displays 2 or fewer segments of the battery.

15. M Symbol:

16. Number

buttons are active when this indicator is on.

indicates the button press tone is active.

indicates memory channel in use.(when programmed)

Displays channel number 1-10.
Indicates unit transmitting.
Indicates busy channel.

Indicates

Indicates that Digital Coded Squelch mode is on.

indicates

Flashes indicating battery save is active.

indicates when the keypad has been locked. Only the

“CTCSS”

Indicates Dual Watch channel selection is active.

Indicates

indicates the scan mode B is in use.

Indicates a memory channel is active.

ROGER BEEP

or

“DCS”

“VOX”

shows the battery condition. Replace or recharge the batteries

“CTCSS”

code you have selected. When this is on, other

is activated

tone is active

is on.

SCAN

indicates the normal scan

“PTT”

and

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM SOLU TION
No Power 1. Check battery installation and/or replace batteries
Cannot Receive Messages 1. Make sure the volume is set high enough.

2. Confirm the radios have the same channel and or

CTCSS/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 in

vehicles may interfere with communication.
Change your location.

6. Make sure the radio is not transmitting. This could

be due to the radio being switched to VOX
operation or accessories not set properly.

Range is Short 1. Operating the radio from a vehicle or from a metal

building will decrease the range. If possible operate
outside of vehicles or buildings.

2. Carrying the radio so that the antenna is very near
the body will decrease the range. Hold the radio in the
open for the best range.

3. Battery condition can affect range. Replace or
recharge batteries.

Interference/Static 1. Using the CTCSS should stop you from hearing

interference from other users and computers.

2. Radios too close. Radios must be at least 5 feet

apart.

3. Radios too far apart. Obstacles interfere with

transmissions. Talk range is up to 4 miles in

unobstructed, clear areas.
Radio is not responding to
button presses

Display is dim 1. Reposition or replace batteries.

1. Make sure radio is not in “VOX” mode.

2. Make sure key lock is not on. See To lock the

controls

3. Make sure radio is not transmitting.

4. Radio might need to be reset, See Resetting Radio.

5. Ensure accessory microphone i s set properly (see

Page 12).

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Charger not functioning 1. Charger pin is not properly in place. Check that

charger is fully inserted into the jack on the
bottom of the radi o. If using the drop-in c harger,
check the contacts on the bottom of the radio they
may require cleaning. If all is correct allow the
batteries to charge for the specified time.

2. Ensure the outlet the charger is plugged into is

functioning properly.

3. Check that the batteries are installed in the radio

properly.

4. Remove batteries from the radio and try to charge

separately.

CARE OF RECHARGEABLE NI-CAD BATTERIES

ALWAYS DISPOSE OF BATTERIES PROPERLY

Always follow the battery manufactures recommendations for
Charging and disposing of Ni-cad batteries.

The following is meant as general information regarding Ni-cad batteries.

1. Occasionally allow the batteries to fully discharge before recharging. The battery

indicator showing less than two segments will indicate full discharge.

2. Always allow the battery to fully charge before using. This requires 10 hours with

the approved charger. (Ni-MH batteries require 16 hours for full charge.)

3. The above will prevent the batteries from developing “memory” which effectively

reduces their capacity.

4. It is better to store Ni-cad batteries that are discharged rather than charged.

Note:

Do not charge any type of alkaline batteries in this unit.

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SERVICE:

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.

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 result

in 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 cr edit card number for $7.50 to

cover shipping and handling. No personal checks please.

7. You do not need to return accessory unless they maybe directly related to the

problem.

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 items
are received.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*

GENERAL

Frequency range...........................................................................

Channels...............................................................................................................

Modulation type.................................................................................................

Antenna impedance ....................................................................................

Loud-speaker..........………..................................................................

Microphone...................................................................................…

Power supply.............................................

RECEIVER

Sensitivity at 12dB Sinad..............................................................................

Selectivity........................................................................................................

Squelch range...................................................................................…...

Audio output power...........................................

Distortion at 500 mV.........................................................................................

Audio frequency response.....................................................................

TRANSMITTER

RF Output Power...........................................….......

Frequency Tolerance.................................................................................

Harmonic Suppression...................................................................

Modulation......................................................................................

*Specifications are nominal and subject to change
CHANNEL FREQUENCIES

3 AA Ni-cads or Alkaline(3.6/4.5VDC)

0.25W @ 8 Ohm (10% distortion)

nominal 1000 mW @ 4.5VDC

464/467/469 MHz

50 Ohm

8 Ohm 0.5W

electronic type

0.35µV
50 dB

Automatic

7%

400-2400 Hz

0.00025%

more than 50 dB

FM +/- 2.5 kHz

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FM

01=464.500 05=467.850 09=469.500 /
02=464.550 06=467.875 464.500
03=467.7625 07=467.900 10=469.550 /
04=467.8125 08=467.925 464.550

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Midland Consumer Radio Inc. will repair or replace, at its option without
charge, any Midland FRS transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within ONE YEAR following the initial consumer purchase.

This war ranty does not i nclude 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 by
returning the warranted product, freight prepaid, along wi th proof of purchase date, to
Midland Consumer Radio Inc., Warranty Service Department, 1670 North Topping
Avenue, Kansas City, Missouri 64120.

Warr a nt y i nfo rmat i o n ma y b e o b ta ine d b y wr i t i ng M i d l and Co ns ume r R a d io ,
Warranty Service Department at the above address.

Thi s wa r ra nty gi ve s yo u s pe ci fi c l e gal r ight s, and you may a l so ha ve o the r
rights, which vary, from state to state.

The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United States

Note:

of America or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S. Military
exchange.

Midland Consumer Radio
1670 N. Topping
Kansas City, Mo. 64120

Phone: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
URL: www.midlandradio.com

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