Owner’s Manual
For Models G-225 & G-227
GMRS/FRS Radio
FEATURING
• 22 Channels
• 38 CTCSS codes
• VOX
• Monitor function
• Call Alert
• Back-Lit LCD
• Vibrate Alert (G-227 Only)
• Scan
• Roger Beep Tone
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device does not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this radio must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, this transmitter
and its antenna must maintain a separation distance of at least 2 inches from
your body. To transmit, hold the radio with the antenna pointed up and away
from your face, with the radio at least 2 inches from your face. Speak in a
normal voice into the microphone.
Use and Care
1. Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio.
2. Do not immerse the radio in water.
3. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio
4. Dry the radio with dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.
5. Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term storage.
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Index
Accessories 4
Accessories order form 5
Introduction 6
FCC Licensing Information 6
Controls and Buttons 7
LCD Display 8
Installing Batteries 9
Charging the Batteries
Operation 11-18
Problems & Solution 19-20
Frequency and CTCSS Charts 21
Technical Specification 22
Warranty Information 23
MIDLAND Family Products 24
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Accessories – Accessories can be purchased at
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or fill
in the form on the following page and mail it to our address.
AVP- 1 AVP-2
- 2 Over the ear Mic.
- Headsets w/ PTT.
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$19.95
- One Dual Desk Charger
- 2 Rechargeable battery packs
- 1 AC Adapter
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$39.95
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ACCESSORIES ORDER FORM
Please send Money Order or fill in Visa/Master Card information and mail to the address below.
Please DO NOT sent cash or checks. Make Money Order to Midland Radio Corporation.
Name:___________________________ ____ __________________
Address:________________________________________________
City:_____________________ State_____ Zip Code_____________
Tel: _________________ email: __________________________
CC#______________________ Type:___________ Exp._________
Qty Item Price Total
AVP-1 $19.95
AVP-2 $39.95
Sub-Total ____________
Tax (MO, CO, IL, FL only) ____________
S&H (U.S. only) _______ $8.95
Total $___________
Mail To:
Midland Radio Corporation
Consumer. Dept.
1120 Clay St.
N. Kansas City MO 64116
---------------Or Call 816.241.8500.
---------------To order online go to
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Introduction
Your G-225/227 represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech engineering. Designed for General
Mobile Radio Service operation, this compact package is big in performance. It is a quality piece
of electronic equipment, skillfully constructed with the finest components. The circuitry is all
solid-state and mounted on a rugged printed circuit board. Your G-225/227 is designed for
reliable and trouble-free performance.
FCC Licensing Information
Your G-225/227 operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies and is subject
to the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC
requires that all operators using General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain a
radio license before operating their equipment for business, personal or recreational use. 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 (1-888-225-
5322), or go to http://www.fcc.gov/wtb/prs/genmbl.html.
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Control Buttons & Indicators
Use to:
Monitor Channel
Activity
Use to:
- Talk on the Radio
- Send a Call Tone
- Save a setting
Use to:
- Scan for active
channels
- Lock the key pad
Speaker
Use to:
- Turn On/Off the Radio
- Enter/Exit the menu
Ext. Spk/Mic
Use to:
- Increase the volume
- Scroll through the menu
Use to:
- Decrease the Volume
- Scroll through the menu
Microphone
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LCD Display
Low Battery level Indicator
VOX Icon
Transmit (TX) Icon
Channel Indicator
Receive (RX) Icon Power Hi/Lo Indicator
Key Pad Lock Icon
Vibrate Mode Icon
(G-227 ONLY)
CTCSS Channel Indicator
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