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User Manual
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Midland Radio G220 User Manual

Owner’s Guide
(PRELIMINARY)
Model G-220 GMRS / FRS
combination with 38 CTCSS
codes
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FCC Licensing Information.......................................................................................3
A NOTE ABOUT THE CTCSS CODES..................................................................6
PREPARATION........................................................................................................... 6
BATTERIES.............................................................................................................6
CHARGING THE BATTERIES...............................................................................6
BELT CLIP...............................................................................................................7
QUICK USE INSTRUCTIONS: ...................................................................................7
POWER SAVE CIRCUIT.............................................................................................7
DISPLAY SYMBOLS..............................................................................................8
TURNING THE RADIO ON OR OFF.....................................................................9
LOCKING THE CONTROLS..................................................................................9
UNLOCKING THE CONTROLS........................................................................... 10
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME.................................................................................10
ADJUSTING THE SQUELCH...............................................................................10
USING THE CALL FUNCTION............................................................................ 10
USING THE MONITOR FUNCTION....................................................................10
TURNING ON OR OFF THE BUTTON PRESS BEEP.........................................10
TURNING ON THE DISPLAY BACKLIGHT.......................................................10
TURNING THE ROGER BEEP ON OR OFF........................................................10
CHOOSING HIGH OR LOW POWER TRANSMIT..............................................11
ACTIVATING SCAN FUNCTIONS......................................................................11
ACTIVATING “PRIVACY” CODES.....................................................................13
RESETTING THE RADIO.....................................................................................13
SERVICE: ..................................................................................................................16
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS*............................................................................17
LIMITED WARRANTY.............................................................................................18
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FCC Licensing Information
This Midland model G-220 radio when set for channels 1-7 and 15-22 operates on GMRS frequencies which require a license from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for business, personal, and recreational use. A GMRS license held by an individual may be shared by immediate fa mi ly memb e rs .
At the date of this publication the application for your FCC license is made on FCC form 605 (wit h optional Schedule F). To obt ain forms, c all the FCC forms hotline at: 1-800-418-3676 or go to http://www.fcc.gov.
For questions concerning licensing, contact t he FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1­888-225-5322) , or go t o http://www.fcc.gov.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR RADIO
Accessory Name Model Number Standard wall Charger……..………………………………..…..18-396
Charger Stand …………..…………....………………......……..18-383
Dual Charger Stand ….………….………....………………...... 18-385
Lapel Microphone with Ear-bud Speaker……………………….22-405 Speaker/Microphone………………………………………..…...22-M11 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 G-220 combines access to FRS (Family Radio Service) channels with operation on GMRS channels. The Famil y Radio Service is provided for by the FCC and is totally license free. Use of the GMRS channels requires FCC licensing. You can use your G-220 on the FRS UHF FM band for personal communications at no charge. The G-220 uses maximum allowabl e power on FRS for range up to 2 miles and higher power on GMRS channels to provi de you with line-of­sight communications for a range up to 5 miles. Use for fi shing, hunting, picnics, biking, business, or any other activity where communications are needed for convenience or safety. The model G-220 operates on 22 channels of FRS and GMRS
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combined to provide the best in quiet and private communication. Channels 1 through 7 are co-shared by FRS and GMRS users. This means that a person with a FRS unlicensed radio can talk to a person using a licensed GMRS radio on these channels. Channels 8 through 14 are exclusively FRS channels. Radios made strictly for GMRS use do not cover these channels. Channels 15 through 22 are exclusively GMRS channels. Radios made for FRS use do not cover these channels. Also this radio offers power save, and auto-squelch. The model G-220 incorporates channels with 38 different CTCSS codes to provi de the best in quiet communications. Also this radio offers scan, power save, and a multifunction back-lighted liquid crystal display.
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TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR G-220
Due to the band of operation (462 MHz) the G-220 provi des communications that are virtually free of atmospheric interference (skip) that is common on lower 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 other obstructions. If you find communication is not possible, many times this can 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 G-220 operates on rechargeable Ni-MH 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 radio. If you experience problems operating the radio, turn off the radio, press and hold the to the factor y 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 rece ipt, as it is re quired for warranty
WARNING
To maintain comp liance with the FCC’s RF expos 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.
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A NOTE ABOUT THE CTCSS CODES
This radio incorporates 38 CTCSS (Continuos Tone Coded Squelch System) codes that, when activated, prevent the user from hearing other radios that do not have the same code. These codes di fficulti es co ntac ting o r hea ri ng othe r rad ios in your gro up make sure the code is set the same on all radios . If you are using the G-220 where interference from other radios or electrical devices are present, enabling the mute the interference. Many times interference will be noticed by the presence of loud static from the speaker.
BATTERIES
G-220 radios operate with 4 AAA Alkaline, or Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (optional) or at reduced transmitter power with 3 AA Alkaline, Ni-Cad (Nickel Cadmium) or Ni-MH (nickel metal hydride) batteries (optional). Alkaline AA batteries will provide about 45 hours of use, Ni-Cad batteries will provide about 15 hours of use and Ni-MH batteries will provide about 24 hours of use. Alkaline AAA batte ri e s w ill provide about 15 hours of use and Ni-MH batteries will provide about 10 hours of use. The G-220 may be supplied wi th a w all charger. Ni-MH and Ni-Cad batteries must be charged prior to use. Charge at least 10 hours with the standard charger.
radio.
To Install Batteries:
Hold the radio face down. Press the latch so it swings away from the cover.
Lift the battery cover slightly. Gently slide the cover off the unit.
1.
Insert 4 AAA batteries observing the proper polarity.
2.
Alternate option: remove AAA battery adapter insert. Insert 3 AA batteries observing the proper polarity.
Replace the battery cover over the batteries and fasten with the latch.
3.
DO NOT attempt to charge any type of Alkaline batteries in this
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CTCSS
PREPARATION
codes will usually
CTCSS
Battery Indicator:
The battery Condition indicator in the display will show the amount of charge of your batteries. Replace alkaline or recharge the Ni-MH batteries as soon as possibl e after the indicator shows 2 segments or less of the battery lit.
CHARGING THE BATTERIES
The 18-383 charger and Ni-MH AAA batteri es may b e suppl ie d wi th the r adi o. This char ger is des igned to rec harge Ni - MH AAA ba tter i es a nd AA Ni- Ca d b atte ri e s o nly. 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
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