Owner’s Manual
Model LXT 300/315 FRS/GMRS Radio
Features:
• 22 Channels
• Channel Scan
• Auto Squelch
• Auto Battery Save
• Keypad Lock
• Roger Beep
• Mic/Headphone Jack
• 3 Call Alerts
• Keystroke Tones
• Water Resistant
• Backlit Display
• Silent Operation
• Monitor
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Index
Introduction 3
FCC Information 4-5
Controls and Buttons 6-7
LCD 8
Belt Clip 9
Installing Batteries 10
Charging the Batteries 11
Operation, Volume, Talking/
Listening and Monitor 12
Call Alert, Scan and Keypad Lock 13
User Interface 14
Channel Selection, Keystroke Tone,
and Roger Beep 15
External Speaker/Microphone
Jack 16
Troubleshooting 17
Technical Specification 18
Channel Frequency Chart 19
Accessories 20
Accessories Order Form 21
Warranty 22
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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Midland GMRS radio. Your
LXT-300/315 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 LXT-300/315 is designed for reliable and
trouble- free performance.
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
FCC Information
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, for bodyworn 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.
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FCC Information Cont…
Your LXT-300/315 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 forms and instructions or 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.
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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Controls and Buttons
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Controls and Buttons Cont…
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Button Description
Talk/Call Talk on the radio
Scan/Lock Scan for active channels
Volume
Down
Volume Up Increase the volume
Menu/
Monitor
Power on/off Turn on/off the radio
Ext.Speaker
/Mic
Send a call tone
Save a setting
Lock the key pad
Decrease the volume
Scroll through the menu
Scroll through the menu
Enter/Exit the menu
To monitor channel activity
To use external ear-microphone
LCD Display
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