MIDLAND LXT480 User Manual

LXT480 Series

GMRS/FRS Radio

OWNER'S MANUAL

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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 two-way radio is designed for reliable and

trouble-free performance for years to come.

Features

- 36 GMRS/FRS Channel

- 121 Privacy Codes (38 CTCSS / 83 DCS)

- VOX

- Selectable CALLAlert

- NOAA Weather Scan

- NOAA Weather Radio

- NOAA Weather Alert

- VIBRATE ALERT

- SCAN Function

- MONITOR Function

- Roger Beep Tone

- Silent Operation

- Key Pad Lock

- Power High / Low Settings

- Speaker / Microphone Jacks

- Battery Meter / Battery Low Indicator

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 LXT480 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 LXT480 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 limit ations. Any adjustment to your radio must be made by qualified technicians.

LCD DISPLAY

1. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY LOCK mode is on.

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

NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND ICON–

Indicates when the radio is in Weather Band mode.

4. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from 1~36 on GMRS/FRS band (1~10 on WX band).

5. PRIVACY CODE – Indicates Privacy Code selected by user (oF~38/oF~83). It can only be set in Ch1~22.

6. BATTERY METER – Indicates the battery level.

7. VIBRATE ALERT ICON – Indicates

when the Vibrate Alert feature is on.

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

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

10. TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL ICON –

Indicates TX Power setting (H/L)

11. PRIVACY CODE ICON – Indicates

Privacy Code setting (CTCSS/DCS).

CONTROLS

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

13. CALL/LOCK Button – Press to send a CALL Alert signal. Press and hold to turn KEY LOCK on/off.

14. MIC – Built-in microphone.

15. SPEAKER – Built-in speaker.

16. ANTENNA.

17. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC/CHG. JACK

18. POWER / MENU Button – Press and

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

19. MONITOR/SCAN Button – Press to enter SCAN mode. Press and hold to enter MONITOR mode

20. UP/WX SCAN

and DOWN

Button – Make adjustments in MENU mode. Press and hold the UP button for 5 seconds to activate the NOAA Weather Scan function.

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your LXT480 Series radio operates with either 4 AAA alkaline batteries or an optional NiMH battery pack. The belt clip should be removed (see below) 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 4 AAA batteries observing the polarity as shown. 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.

INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP

To install the BELT CLIP, slide the clip up into the slot on the back of the radio until the BELT CLIP LATCH clicks. To remove the BELT CLIP, press the LOCK TAB up, then gently pull the belt clip down toward the bottom of the radio.

BELT CLIP LOCK TAB

BATTERY COMPARTMENT

BATTERY COMPARTMENT COVER

Press here and push down to open

BELT CLIP LATCH

Your LXT480 Series is equipped for using an optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack which can be recharged by inserting the AC adapter into the radio charge jack, or with optional desktop charger (as described below). Initial charge time is 24 hours. Charge time is about 12 hours thereafter. For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the battery pack when the low battery icon comes on. Remove the radios from the charger when the charge time expires.

To charge using a Desktop Charger:

1. Place the rechargeable battery packs in the radios.

2. Connect the AC adapter into an AC wall outlet.

3. Insert the AC adapter plug (or DC Cigarette Lighter adapter if charging in vehicle) into the desktop charger jack.

4. Place the units into the desktop charger slot and note that the LED indicator with RED color will light up, indicating charging function.

In order to ensure that the battery pack is fully charged, it is recommended that the battery pack be charged for at least 12 hours with the radio turned OFF.

1. Only use our NiMH battery pack.

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.

BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR

Your LXT480 Series has a BATTERY LEVEL METER that shows the battery power level. The greater the number of bars visible, the stronger the battery level. When the battery level is low, the Battery Shell icon will flash in the display indicating your batteries should be replaced or recharged if using a rechargeable battery pack.

CHARGING THE OPTIONAL BATTERY PACK

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