MIDLAND LXT112 User Manual

LXT112 Series

OWNER'S MANUAL

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GMRS/FRS Radio

Welcome to the world of Midland electronics

Congratulations on your purchase of a high quality MIDLAND product. Your 2-way radio represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech engineering. Designed for GMRS (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 twoway radio is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance for years to come.

LCD DISPLAY

1. TRANSMIT (TX) ICON – Indicates radio is transmitting a signal.

2. VOLUME METER – Indicates the volume setting of the radio.

3. RECEIVE (RX) ICON – Indicates radio is receiving a transmission.

4. LOW BATTERY ICON – Indicates the battery level is low.

5. VOX ICON – Indicates when VOX mode is active.

6. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from 1~22 on GMRS/FRS band.

CONTROLS

7. PTT Button – Press and hold to transmit voice communication.

8. SCAN/LOCK Button – Press to enter SCAN mode. Press and hold to turn KEY LOCK on/off.

9. UPsand DOWN tButton – Make adjustments in MENU mode.

10. SPEAKER – Built-in speaker.

11. ANTENNA

12. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC/CHG.

JACK

13. POWER / MODE Button – Press and

hold for at least 3 seconds to turn the radio on/off. Press momentarily to access Menu mode.

14. MIC – Built-in microphone.

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 that may cause undesired operation.

To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Midland Radio Corp. accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

IMPORTANT NOTICE, FCC LICENSE REQUIRED FOR GMRS OPERATION (Only Applicable for GMRS Radio Use in the United States)

The LXT112 Series operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission) license. You must be licensed prior to operating on channels 1 - 7 or 15 - 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of the LXT112 Series. Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communications Act's Sections 501 and 502 (amended).

You will be issued a call sign by the FCC which should be used for station identification when operating the radio on GMRS channels. You should also cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel interference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time.

To obtain a license or ask questions about the license application, contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL FCC or go to the FCC's website:

http://www

.fcc.gov and request form 605.

Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy

Your Midland radio is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human being to radio frequency electromagnetic energy:

- United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal Regulations: 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J

- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical & Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992

- Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineer (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition

- National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the United States, Report 86, 1986

- International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998

To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population or uncontrolled environment exposure limits, transmit no more than 50% of the time. The radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting.

IMPORTANT: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by MIDLAND RADIO CORP. could void your right to operate this unit. Your radio

is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the COMMUNICATOR to exceed those limitations. Any adjustment to your radio must be made by qualified technicians.

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your LXT1 12 Series radio operates with 3 AAA alkaline batteries or a NiMH rechargeable batteries. The belt clip should be removed to ease installation or removal of the batteries. To install the batteries:

1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip (see diagram

below) for easy access, then remove the Battery Cover by pressing down on the top center and sliding it down from the radio.

2. Insert 3 AAA batteries observing the polarity as shown on the Battery

Compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating or may damage the unit.

3. Return the Battery Cover by sliding it up on the radio. Replace the belt

clip, making sure it locks into place.

BELT CLIP LOCK TAB

BELT CLIP LATCH

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Your LXT112 Series is equipped for using rechargeable NiMH batteries which can be recharged by inserting the AC adapter into the radio charge jack. Initial charge time is 24 hours. Charge time is about 12 hours thereafter. For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the batteries when the low battery icon comes on. Remove the radios from the charger when the charge time expires.

1. Only use our NiMH batteries.

2. Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any batteries or battery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. This may cause leakage and damage to the radio.

3. For long term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF and remove the batteries from the radio.

EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK

To use an optional speaker / microphone or headset:

l Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks l Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic into

your desired position.

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER

Press here and push down to open

SPK

MIC

CHG

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