Midland 445 BT, ALAN 445 SPORT Instruction Manual
English
Table of Contents
1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................2
2 ABOVE ALL… SAFETY! ..............................................................3
2.
1 Symbols used ........................................................................3
2.2 Warnings ................................................................................3
2.2.a General ........................................................................3
2.2.b Batteries ......................................................................4
2.3 Assistance ..............................................................................4
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D
ESCRIPTION OF PARTS ...........................................................5
3.
1 Description of parts and commands ......................................5
3.
2 Display symbols .....................................................................6
4 PREPARATION .............................................................................7
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1 Fastening/removing the belt clip ............................................7
4.
2 Installing/removing the batteries ............................................7
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2.a To install the batteries .................................................7
4.
2.b To remove the batteries ...............................................8
4.
3 Recharging the batteries .......................................................8
4.
3.a MW904 wall battery charger and 12V charger ...........8
4.
3.b CA445 Intelligent, table-top battery charger ...............8
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4 Proper use of rechargeable batteries ....................................9
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4.a Memory effect ..............................................................9
5 S
TANDARD FUNCTIONS ...........................................................10
5.1 Turning 445 BT on/off ..........................................................
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2 Volume regulation ................................................................10
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3 Selecting a channel .............................................................10
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4 Transmission and reception .................................................10
5.4.a Reception...................................................................10
5.4.b Transmission .............................................................10
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5 Monitor function ...................................................................11
5.
6 Selecting transmission power ..............................................11
5.7 Bluetooth b
utton ................................................................... 11
5.8 Display lighting .....................................................................11
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9 Keypad lock .......................................................................... 11
5.
10 Use of CALL b
utton.............................................................. 11
5.11 Clock mode ..........................................................................11
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11.a Setting the time.......................................................... 11
5.
12 Chronometer mode ..............................................................12
6 A
DVANCED FUNCTIONS (F BUTTON) .....................................13
6.1 CTCSS subaudio tone selection ..........................................
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2 VOX mode ............................................................................13
6.
2.a Activation/deactivation of VOX mode ........................14
6.
2.b Setting VOX sensitivity ..............................................14
6.
2.c Setting VOX delay .....................................................14
6.
3 Scanning functions ..............................................................14
6.
3.a Scanning on all channels ..........................................14
6.
3.b Activating Dual Watch ...............................................15
6.
4 Memory channels ................................................................15
6.
4.a Programming of memory channels ...........................15
6.
4.b Memory recall ............................................................15
6.
4.c Memory scanning ......................................................16
6.
5 Keypad tones, Calls and Roger Beep..................................16
6.5.a CALL
f
unction ...........................................................16
6.5.b Roger Beep ...............................................................16
6.
5.c To enable/disable the keypad tones ..........................16
7 C
LEANING AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR RADIO ...............17
7.1 Cleaning the radio ................................................................
17
7.2 Connectors ...........................................................................17
8 TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................................17
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1 Reset of functions ................................................................17
8.
2 Solution table .......................................................................18
9 T
ECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .................................................19
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1 INTRODUCTION
445 BT is a licence free PMR446 transceiver for use in all existing
EU countries (in Italy, PMR446 radios are subject to general
authorisation). Its
use is also permitted in some non EU countries
like Croatia, Switzerland, Norway and Iceland.
The operating frequencies allow clear communications free from
atmospheric interference up to a distance of 4/5 km (under optimal
conditions: in open air and without any obstacles).
You can take your 445 BT everywhere and easily “wear” it thanks to its
included belt clip. It works with 4 AA type alkaline batteries (or 4 Ni-CD
/ NiMH rechargeable batteries) and it can store up to 20 channels
that
can be quickly scanned (SCAN function).
To protect every channel from interference from other users, the
445 BT also has 38 CTCSS tones that guarantee impeccable
communications even over background noise amd interference.
445 BT is also equipped with a Bluetooth module and
chronometer.
Main functions:
• 38 CTCSS tones in RX and TX
• U
p to 20 channels stored
• M
ultifunctional backlit display
• Button for display backlight
• Auto power save: automatic current economy circuit reducing
the battery consumption by up to 50%.
• VOX /
Babysitter function programmable in 6 different sensitivity
levels and 6 delays in reception levels.
• Roger Beep (end-transmission tone) on/off
• SCAN function with 2 types of scanning:
1. to monitor busy channels
2. to monitor the stored channels
• Dual Watch (to scan 2 channels of your choice)
• Keypad/switching on tone selectable on/off
• Keypad lock/unlock
• CALL button to send an acoustic signal to other users
• UP/DOWN controls for the channel selection
• MON (Monitor) to disable the automatic squelch
In our efforts to constantly improve product quality, we reserve the
right to change characteristics and features without prior notice.
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2 ABOVE ALL… SAFETY!
2.1 Symbols used
For ease and convenience of use, this manual uses symbols to
highlight urgent situations, practical advice, and general information.
Symbols such as this one indicate a crucial description
regarding technical repairs, dangerous conditions, safety
warnings, advice, and/or other important information.
Ignoring these symbols may result in serious problems and/
or damage and/or personal injury.
Notes such as this one indicate practical advice that Midland suggests
be followed for the optimal performance of 445 BT.
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mportant sentences and words have been underlined.
2.2 Warnings
2.2.a General
Before using the transceiver, carefully read all the
instructions contained in this manual in the order in which
they are written. Cross-references to paragraphs and
chapters are provided for ease of use only. After reading,
keep this manual for future reference.
Read and follow all the warning and instruction labels found
on the radio and its accessories.
Always observe laws and regulations regarding the use of
transceivers, which may change according to the country
you are in. Where prohibited, or in areas where the radio may
cause interference or danger, turn off your radio.
Keep a tight grip on your radio (a fall may damage it) and
ensure the PTT button is not pressed accidentally when you
do not need to transmit. Do not hold the transceiver by the
antenna! This is a delicate part of the device and is vital for
the proper functioning of the radio.
Pay attention to environmental conditions - although 445 BT
is designed to operate under the most severe conditions,
it is important to avoid exposure to environments that are
excessively humid or dusty, or to temperatures outside the
-15° to +55°C° range. Also avoid exposure to direct sunlight,
jarring, and excessive vibration.
Before using the radio, ensure that all protective covers are
in perfect operating condition, in order to ensure maximum
protection against humidity and atmospheric agents.
Although this radio was designed to be water resistant, avoid
getting it wet as much as possible and do not let any liquids
fall on it. If the transceiver or one of the accessories gets
wet, dry it off as soon as possible with a soft, clean cloth. If
you feel that liquid may have penetrated the radio’s housing,
contact a service centre for a diagnostic check.
Do not use the radio, its accessories, and/or substitute the
batteries in potentially explosive environments. A single
spark may cause an explosion.
Do not open the radio for any reason! 445 BT’s precision
mechanics and electronics require experience and
specialized equipment; for the same reason, the radio should
under no circumstances be realigned as it has already been
calibrated for maximum performance. Unauthorized opening
of the transceiver will void the warranty.
Use original accessories only; otherwise you may seriously
damage your handheld transceiver.
Turn off the radio before cleaning it. For further information,
refer to Chapter 7.
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2.2.b Batteries
Before using the battery charger, carefully read all notes and
cautions regarding this equipment.
Do not short-circuit the battery terminals: doing so may
result in re, burns, or explosions.
Never throw batteries into a re or expose them to high
temperatures; doing so may cause res or explosions.
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lways follow the regulations set out by your country of
residence.
Use only the original batteries and battery charger. Use
of unapproved accessories may cause burns, res, or
e
xplosions, and may create serious damage to the radio/
batteries or to people.
The battery charger should only be used indoors.
Ensure your power supply conforms to the one required for
your battery charger (AC adaptor). If you are unsure, check
with your vendor or your local electricity supplier.
To avoid damaging the power cord to your battery charger,
connect it in a place where it will not be stepped on and
where nothing will be placed on top of it. Insert the prongs
into a socket that has been grounded.
Avoid shocks and excessive vibrations. Do not use the
battery charger if it has been subjected to strong shock,
had a fall, or if it appears damaged. Immediately contact an
authorized service centre.
Do not dismount the battery charger. Any repair work must
be performed exclusively by authorized service centers. For
further information, contact your local supplier.
To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, disconnect the power
cable before performing cleaning or maintenance. Grasp the
plug (not the cord!) when removing it from the socket. Use
of inappropriate extension cords may cause re or electrical
shocks.
Do not expose the batteries directly to temperatures outside
the -20°C to +35°C range during storage and do not charge
them in temperatures outside the +5 to +55°C range.
2.3 Assistance
We advise you to write the serial number of your transceiver in the
space provided below. This number is found on the rear panel of the
transceiver and will be useful in the event of repair/assistance and/or
loss and/or theft.
Serial number............................................
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3 DESCRIPTION OF PARTS
3.1 Description of parts and commands
1. Antenna connector
2. ON/OFF/VOLUME knob - turns the equipment on/off and adjusts
audio volume.
3. LCD display - the LCD (liquid crystal) display constantly shows
the operating status of 445 BT and functions currently in use.
4. SPK, MIC(PTT) and CHG sockets (on the radio’s side, under a
protective rubber ap) - perform the following functions:
• SPK, MIC(PTT), CHG - jack sockets respectively for the
speaker and external microphone or PTT. Used together,
these are used for connection of optional accessories, such
as microphones, speakers, head/earphones, etc. Also, the
CHG socket is used for connecting a charger like the (optional)
MW904 wall battery charger and the 12V cigarette lighter
charger (optional).
5.
button - conrms the selected setting.
6.
button - for scrolling downwards numerically through the tuned
channels and for setting functions.
7. Internal microphone - the transmission microphone is located
here.
8. Internal speaker - the speaker is located here.
9. Contacts for battery charging (bottom of the radio) - for
connecting the (optional) CA445 intelligent, table-top battery
charger.
10.
button - for scrolling upwards numerically through the tuned
channels and for setting functions.
11. F (Function) button - for accessing the various programming
functions and settings of the radio.
12. b
utton (Monitor) - activates display backlighting, and
excludes (temporarily or permanently) the circuit which silences
the receiver in the absence of signals (squelch) so as to receive
signals that are extremely weak.
13. H
I/LO button–selects high or low transmission power and
activates/deactivates the keypad lock
14. C
ALL button - sends a two-tone audio call on your currently
selected channel.
15. STW (Stop Watch - Chronometer) button - recalls the
chronometer function.
16. PTT (Push To Talk) button - when pressed, this button sends
the transceiver into transmission.
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