Midland Titan 120 User Guide

Titan™ Series

120/320 Channel VHF-Low Band Mobile

120/320 Channel VHF-High Band Mobile

120/320 Channel UHF-High Band Mobile

User’s Guide

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FCC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

FOR OCCUPATIONAL USE ONLY

The FCC has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to RF energy. Proper operation of this radio under normal conditions results in user exposure to RF energy below the Occupational Safety and Health Act and Federal Communication Commission limits.

Mandatory Safety Instructions to Installers and Users:

This radio is NOT approved for use by the general population in an uncontrolled environment. This radio is restricted to occupational use and work related operations only. Radio operators must have the knowledge to control their exposure conditions and the exposure conditions of bystanders and/or passengers to satisfy the lower exposure limit allowed for General Population.

To comply with FCC RF exposure limits, DO NOT operate the transmitter of this mobile radio when a person outside the vehicle is within 38 inches (94 centimeters) of the antenna.

The antenna supplied by the manufacturer or radio dealer must be mounted at a location such that during radio transmission, no person or persons can come closer than the above indicated minimum safe distance to the antenna, i.e. 38 inches. To comply with current FCC RF exposure limits, the antenna must be installed at or exceeding the minimum safe distance stated above, and in accordance with the requirements of the antenna manufacturer or supplier.

Vehicle Installation Instructions: The antenna used for this transmitter must be mounted on the center of the roof ONLY

and must be installed in vehicle having the following characteristics in order to prevent bystanders and passengers from being exposed to levels exceeding the limits for General Population/Uncontrolled Exposure environment:

1. All passengers must be sitting under a solid metal roof.

2. Rooftop width must be at least 76 inches (183 centimeters) OR the edges of the physical boundary of the vehicle must be at least 76 inches apart.

DO NOT operate the radio without the proper antenna installed. Do not substitute any antenna for the one supplied or recommended by the manufacturer or radio dealer. The antenna gain must not exceed 0 dBd. By not following the antenna recommendations you may be exposing person(s) to excess radio frequency radiation. You may contact your radio dealer or the manufacturer for further instructions.

DO NOT transmit more than 50% of total radio use time (50% duty cycle). Transmitting for more than 50% of the time can cause FCC RF exposure compliance requirements to be exceeded. This radio is transmitting whenever the TX icon is displayed on the radio LCD. Pressing the PTT switch on the side of the microphone normally causes the radio to transmit.

 The preceding information is provided to make you aware of RF exposure and

how to ensure that this radio is operated within FCC RF exposure limits.

You, as the qualified end-user of this radio device must control the exposure conditions of bystanders to ensure the minimum separation distance, stated above for satisfying FCC RF exposure compliance, is maintained between the antenna and nearby persons. Transmit only when all person(s) are at least the minimum distance from the properly installed, externally mounted antenna.

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Contents................................................................................... 3

Conventions and Symbols in this Book................................... 4

Disclaimer................................................................................ 4

Safety....................................................................................... 4

Introduction.............................................................................. 6

Radio Models ....................................................................... 6

Radio Features..................................................................... 7

Recommended Accessories and Options............................ 8

Radio Controls......................................................................... 9

Standard LCD Details........................................................... 9

Deluxe LCD Details.............................................................. 9

Standard Control Head......................................................... 9

Standard Control Head....................................................... 10

Deluxe Control Head.......................................................... 10

Setup...................................................................................... 12

Unpacking .......................................................................... 12

Installation.......................................................................... 12

Operation............................................................................... 13

Turning the Radio On and Off............................................ 13

Channel Selection.............................................................. 13

Group Selection.................................................................. 13

Receiving Transmissions from Other Radios..................... 13

Transmitting to Other Radios.............................................15

Scanning Channels............................................................ 16

Editing Your Scan List........................................................20

DTMF ANI .......................................................................... 21

Squelch and Other Menu Functions...................................... 21

Check Code Quick Reference............................................... 22

Specifications (VHF low band)............................................... 23

Specifications (VHF high band).............................................24

Specifications (UHF high band)............................................. 25

Titan Mobile Connectors........................................................ 26

Microphone Connector.......................................................26

Mid-Power Connector......................................................... 26

High-Power Connectors ..................................................... 26

Warranty Statement............................................................... 27

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Conventions and Symbols in this Book

 This symbol marks a “caution”. Cautions are special notices

which you should read and follow carefully to avoid possible damage to your equipment and to avoid potential danger to yourself or other people.

! This symbol marks an “important point”. Important points are

specific instructions which should be followed closely for proper operation.

 This symbol marks a “note”. Notes are hints or tips which offer

additional information to help you.

Disclaimer

Midland Radio Corporation is committed to continuous quality improvements, for this reason specifications may change without prior notice.

Every effort has been made to ensure that the information in this document is complete, accurate, and up-to-date. Midland assumes no responsibility for the results of errors beyond its control. The manufacturer of this equipment also cannot guarantee that changes in the equipment made by unauthorized people will not affect the transceiver’s performance or functions.

Safety

Your Titan™ mobile transceiver has been carefully designed to give you years of safe, reliable performance. As with all electrical equipment, however, there are a few basic precautions you should take to avoid injury to yourself or damage to the radio:

 Read the instructions in this book carefully. Be sure to save it for

future reference.

 Read and follow all warning and instruction labels on the radio

itself.

 Be sure the PTT button is not pressed when you do not need to

transmit.

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 Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps

or in an explosive atmosphere.

 Do not operate the transmitter of any radio unless all RF

connectors are secure.

 All equipment must be properly grounded for safe operation.  Do not allow children to operate or play with the radio equipment.  Never attempt to disassemble or service the radio yourself. All

equipment should be serviced by a qualified technician. Contact you local dealer or communications coordinator for assistance.

 It is mandatory that radio installations in vehicles fueled by

liquefied petroleum gas conform to the NFPA 58 standard. National

Fire Protection Association Standard, NFPA 58, applies to radio installations in vehicles fueled by liquefied petroleum (LP) gas with the LP gas container in the trunk or other sealed-off space within the interior of the vehicle. This standard requires that:

1. Any space containing radio equipment shall be isolated by a seal from the space in which the LP gas container and its fittings are located.

2. Remote (outside) filling connections shall be vented to the outside.

 Do not allow the antenna to touch or come in very close proximity

with the eyes, face, or any exposed body parts while the radio is transmitting.

 The above warning list is not intended to include all hazards that may

be encountered when using this radio.

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Introduction

Congratulations! By choosing the Midland Titan™ mobile transceiver, you have selected a professional grade radio. Its rugged design will provide years of reliable service and exceptional performance.

Radio Models

The models in the Titan mobile radio line allow selection by frequency band, transmit power, control head, and mounting configuration.

70-0511(X) - 60 W, VHF low band, standard head, dash mount, B: 36-42 MHz, 70-0514(X) - 60 W, VHF low band, deluxe head, dash mount, B: 36-42 MHz, C: 70-0571(X) - 110 W, VHF low band, standard head, dash mount, A: 30-36 MHz, 70-0574(X) - 110 W, VHF low band, deluxe head, dash mount, A: 30-36 MHz, B: 70-0611(X) - 60 W, VHF low band, standard head, trunk mount, B: 36-42 MHz, 70-0614(X) - 60 W, VHF low band, deluxe head, trunk mount, B: 36-42 MHz, C: 70-0671(X) - 110 W, VHF low band, standard head, trunk mount, A: 30-36 MHz, 70-0674(X) - 110 W, VHF low band, deluxe head, trunk mount, A: 30-36 MHz, B: 70-1341B - 50 W, VHF high band, standard head, dash mount, B: 150-174 MHz

70-1344B - 50 W, VHF high band, deluxe head, dash mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1391B - 110 W, VHF high band, standard head, dash mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1394B - 110 W, VHF high band, deluxe head, dash mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1441B - 50 W, VHF high band, standard head, trunk mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1444B - 50 W, VHF high band, deluxe head, trunk mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1491B - 110 W, VHF high band, standard head, trunk mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1494B - 110 W, VHF high band, deluxe head, trunk mount, B: 150-174 MHz 70-1541B - 40 W, UHF high band, standard head, dash mount, B: 450-470 MHz 70-1544B - 40 W, UHF high band, deluxe head, dash mount, B: 450-470 MHz 70-1591B - 100 W, UHF high band, standard head, dash mount, B: 450-470 MHz 70-1594B - 100 W, UHF high band, deluxe head, dash mount, B: 450-470 MHz 70-1641B - 40 W, UHF high band, standard head, trunk mount, B: 450-470 MHz 70-1644B - 40 W, UHF high band, deluxe head, trunk mount, B: 450-470 MHz 70-1691B - 100 W, UHF high band, standard head, trunk mount, 450-470 MHz 70-1694B - 100 W, UHF high band, deluxe head, trunk mount, 450-470 MHz

C: 42-50 MHz 42-50 MHz B: 36-42 MHz, C: 42-50 MHz 36-42 MHz, C: 42-50 MHz C: 42-50 MHz 42-50 MHz B: 36-42 MHz, C: 42-50 MHz 36-42 MHz, C: 42-50 MHz

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Radio Features

The Titan series mobile transceiver is a programmable, synthesized radio featuring:

5 40 Watts (UHF)/50 Watts (VHF-High Band)/60 Watts (VHF-Low Band)

transmit power for mid power radios. 100 Watts (UHF)/110 Watts (VHFHigh Band)/110 Watts (VHF-Low Band) transmit power for high power radios

5 12.5 KHz and 25 KHz channel spacing programmable per channel. 5 Auxiliary button for activation of optional accessories. 5 Software adjusted noise squelch level. The squelch level may be easily

adjusted using the menu functions.

5 Flexible scan programming allows for two priority channels to be

assigned. Priority scan, priority transmit and priority lookback are standard. Nuisance delete and scan escape functions are available.

5 Extensive and simple scan list editing functions. 5 User selectable scan modes (busy scan, priority scan and public safety

scan).

5 47 CTCSS tones and 104 DCS codes are programmable per channel. 5 A busy channel lockout feature is programmable. An override function is

available to allow transmission during repeater hangtime.

5 A transmit time-out timer may be programmed to limit continuous

transmission time.

5 The AUX button may be configured to provide repeater talk-around

without using an additional channel.

5 2-tone decode built-in. Individual and group calls can be decoded. 5 A DTMF ANI sequence may be sent on PTT press. A thirty second PTT

release timer is standard.

5 Audio compandering programmable per channel. 5 Radio alignment is performed using programming software.

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Recommended Accessories and Options

Microphones

70-2184 DTMF display and programming microphone 70-2185 DTMF microphone 70-2188 Weatherproof microphone 70-2328A Replacement microphone

Control Heads, Mounting Brackets and Speakers

70-2202 Standard (three character) control head 70-2203 Deluxe (twelve character) control head 70-2278 Trunk mount conversion kit 70-2290 Under dash mounting bracket 70-2291 Trunk mount tray 70-2358 Remote speaker

Cables

70-0038 6 meter DC power cable (mid power radios) 70-0039 2 meter DC power cable (mid power radios) 70-0042 2 meter DC power cable (high power radios) 70-0046 6 meter DC power cable (high power radios) 70-0076 6 meter control cable 70-0076QC 7 meter quick connect control cable

Base Equipment

70-2020D Tone termination panel (factory install only) 70-2286 11 Amp power supply w/shroud (mid-power radios) 70-2305BT Desktop microphone

Options

70-2182 320 channel expansion kit 70-2197 Noise filter 70-2271(A) Ignition sense kit (factory install only) 70-2945-1A Internal VHF mobile repeater package

for VHF-low and UHF band mobiles (factory install only) 70-2945-2A Internal UHF mobile repeater package for VHF-low and VHF-high band mobiles (factory install only)

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Radio Controls

Standard LCD Details

Transmit

Icon

Busy Channel

Icon

Busy Scan

Icon

Priority Scan

Icon

Auxiliary Mode

Icon

Monitor

Icon

3 Character Alpha-

Numeric Channel Label

Add/Delete Mode

Icon

Deluxe LCD Details

Transmit

Icon

Monitor

Icon

Busy Channel

Icon

Busy Scan

Icon

Numeric Channel Label

Priority Scan

Icon

12 Character Alpha-

Auxiliary Mode

Icon

Add/Delete

Mode Icon

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