Midland Radio PL150 User Manual

ProLine Series

PL2445 / PL2415

Operating Instructions

About Topaz3

Topaz3 is the exclusive supplier of Maxon®, Legacy and TruTalk brand communication products.

Our product line ranges from FCC licensed two-way radios suitable for Business and Industry (B&I) markets like farm, government, law enforcement, utility, etc. to consumer recreational and light-duty business markets.

Product offerings include a variety of UHF and VHF handheld and mobile radios, repeaters and RF link modules as well as FRS (Family Radio Service), GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) radios, Citizen’s Band radios and weather monitors.

Available accessory items include carrying cases, spare batteries, desktop and mobile chargers, ear bud speaker microphones and more for each radio model.

For additional information on our product line, visit our website:

www.topaz3.com

Table of Contents

I. FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements -

for Occupational Use Only...................... 1

II. Unpacking and Checking Equipment............. 3

III. Getting Started........................................... 4

Charging the NiMH Battery Pack.................. 4

Attaching and Removing the Battery Pack....... 6

Installing the Antenna................................ 7

Installing the Belt Clip................................ 7

Installing the Speaker Mic. Jack Cover............ 7

Attaching the Optional Speaker Mic.............. 8

IV. Radio Control Buttons / Operation Features.... 9

V. Radio Operation........................................ 10

Power On / Transmit................................ 10

VI. CTCSS Tone Signaling............................... 11

VII. Radio Functions........................................ 11

Scan Modes.......................................... 11

Normal Channel Scan........................... 11

Nuisance Delete.................................... 12

Priority Channel Scan............................. 12

Busy Channel Lockout............................. 12

Marked Idle........................................... 13

TX Delay............................................... 13

Time-Out-Timer (TOT).............................. 13

Time-Out-Timer Penalty (TX Inhibit)............. 13

Battery Save........................................... 14

Low Battery Warning............................... 14

Two-Tone Decode.................................. 14

Table of Contents, cont’d

VIII. Licensing, Safety and Service Information... 15

FCC Licensing....................................... 15

Safety Information.................................. 15

Service................................................ 16

IX. Maintenance........................................... 16

X. Software Copyrights................................. 17

XI. Topaz3 / Legacy Product Warranty............. 18

I. FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements -

for Occupational Use Only

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), with its action in General Docket 93-62, November 7, 1997, has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Topaz3 / Legacy subscribes to the same safety standard for the use of its products. Proper operation of this radio will result in user exposure far below the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and Federal Communications Commission limits.

CAUTION - DO NOT transmit for more than 50% of total

radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded.

• This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is restricted to occupational use, work related operations only where radio operator must have the knowledge to control the user’s exposure conditions for satisfying the higher exposure limit allowed for occupational use.

• When transmitting, hold the radio in a vertical position with its microphone 2 inches (5 cm) away from your mouth. Keep the antenna at least 2 inches (5 cm) from your head and body.

• This device has been approved for use, at a maximum duty factor of 50%, using the specific belt clip tested for body-worn SAR compliance. Other belt clips or body-

I. FCC RF Exposure Compliance Requirements -

for Occupational Use Only, continued

worn accessories may not comply and should be avoided. ALWAYS use Maxon, Legacy and TruTalk authorized accessories: antennas, batteries, belt clips, speaker mics, etc.

• The radio is transmitting when the red LED on the front of the radio is illuminated. You can cause the radio to transmit by pressing the P-T-T bar on the radio.

• These are required operating configurations for meeting FCC RF exposure compliance. Failure to observe these restrictions mean violation.

II. Unpacking and Checking Equipment

Carefully unpack the radio and its accessories. Use the item list below to identify the components included in the product packaging, to ensure that no items are discarded in the packing materials.

Radio Body Antenna Battery Charger (with plastic spacer

stored in charger base) AC Adapter NiMH Battery Pack Speaker Microphone Jack Cover Belt Clip Screw Set Operating Instructions

If any items are missing or damaged, you should contact the Topaz3 Customer Service Department. Dial 1-800-821-7848, Ext. 499 for assistance.

III. Getting Started

Charging the NiMH Battery Pack

You will need to charge the battery pack fully before initial use. For best results from your charging cycle,

follow these tips:

• Ensure the ambient temperature is between 41 and

104° F (5 and 40° C) while charging. Temperatures outside this range may not fully charge the battery.

• Always switch OFF the transceiver equipped with

a NiMH battery pack before charging. Using the radio during the charging cycle will hinder correct charging.

• Do not recharge the battery pack if it is already

fully charged. Doing so may cause the life of the battery pack to shorten or the battery pack may be damaged.

• If the battery is stored for 2 months or more, it is a

good idea to complete the charge / discharge cycle two or three times to allow the battery capacity to return to normal.

• Never dispose of the battery in fire - it can explode

causing personal injury.

• Never attempt to disassemble the battery or remove

its case material or charging contacts. Do not short the battery terminals.

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