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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3
Welcome to the World of Midland 5
Features 5
FCC Notice 6
LCD Display 7
Controls 8
Battery Installation 9
Installing the Shoulder Strap 9
Charging the Battery Pack 10
Battery Level Indicator 11
Selecting the Power Source 11
Operating Your Radio 11
Setting the Radio to GMRS/FRS Mode 11
Power On/Off and Volume 11
Transmitting and Receiving a Call 11
About Range 12
MENU Mode Functions 12
XT511A MENU Mode Quick Reference Chart 12
Channel Selection (GMRS/FRS Band) 13
Monitor 13
Scan 13
Call Alert 13
SOS Siren 13
Keypad Lock 14
Display Illumination 14
Setting Privacy Codes 14
Transmit (TX) Power Level Selection 14
VOX (Hands-free Transmission) 15
Silent Operation 15
Roger Beep (End of Transmission) Tone 15
Call Alert Selection 16
Dual Watch 16
NOAA Weather Radio / Scan 17
NOAA Weather Alert 17
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Setting the Radio to AM/FM Receiver Mode 18
Channel Selection (AM/FM Band) 18
Setting the Radio to Clock Mode 18
Changing the Hour Setting 19
Changing the Minute Setting 19
Setting the Alarm Clock 19
Alarm Clock Snooze 19
Using the Flashlight 20
External Speaker/Microphone Jack 20
USB Jack 20
Troubleshooting Guide 21
Use and Care 21
Specifications 22
GMRS/FRS Frequency Chart 22
NOAA Weather (WX) Radio Frequency Chart 22
CTCSS Privacy Codes Frequency Chart 23
DCS Privacy Codes Frequency Chart 23
Limited Warranty (United States and Canada) 24
Accessories 25
MIDLAND Products 26
ISED Notice 26
FVIN Information 26
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Welcome to the world of Midland electronics
Congratulations on the purchase of your high quality MIDLAND product.
Your two-way radio represents state-of-the-art high-tech engineering and
is designed for GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) operation. 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
- 22 GMRS/FRS Channels
- 121 Privacy Codes (38 CTCSS / 83 DCS)
- AM/FM Receiver
- VOX
- Selectable Call Alerts
- NOAA Weather Scan
- NOAA Weather Radio
- NOAA Weather Alert
- Scan Function
- Monitor Function
- Roger Beep Tone
- Silent Operation
- Key Pad Lock
- Power HI/LO Settings
- Flashlight
- SOS Siren
- Clock/Alarm Clock Function
- Dynamo Crank Battery Charge Capability
- USB Jack (For Mobile Phone Charging)
- 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.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE, FCC LICENSE REQUIRED FOR GMRS OPERATION
(Only Applicable for GMRS Radio Use in the United States)
The XT511A operate 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 radios. Serious penalties could result from unlicensed
use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules, as stipulated in the
Communications Acts 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 your
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 beings 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 Engineers (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.
Body-Worn Operation
If you wear the radio on your body when transmitting always use Midlandsupplied or approved belt clip, holster, case, or body harness for this product.
Use of any accessories not supplied or approved by Midland may exceed
FCC/Health Canada RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use any accessories
supplied or approved by Midland, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least
1 inch (2.5cm) from your body when transmitting.
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LCD DISPLAY
1. NOAA WEATHER (WX) ALERT ICON –
Indicates the NOAA Weather Alert function
is on.
2. TRANSMIT (TX) ICON – Indicates radio is
transmitting a signal.
3. RECEIVE (RX) ICON – Indicates radio is
receiving a transmission.
4. DUAL WATCH ICON – Indicates the Dual
Watch function is on.
5. TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL ICON –
Indicates TX Power setting (H/L)
6. CLOCK AM/PM ICON – Indicates the
clock is set in AM or PM.
7. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from
1~22 on GMRS/FRS band (1~10 on WX
band). This is also used to indicate in part
the current AM/FM receiver frequency
setting and the current clock setting.
8. AM/FM RECEIVER ICON – Indicates
radio is in AM or FM receiver mode.
9. PRIVACY CODE – Indicates Privacy Code
selected by user (oF~38/oF~83). This 2
digit readout is also used to display AM/
FM receiver frequency and for the clock
function.
10. VOX ICON – Indicates when VOX mode
is active.
11. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY
LOCK mode is on.
12. SCAN ICON – Indicates when the radio
is in Scan mode.
13. KEY TONE ICON – Indicates radio’s Key
Beep Tone is on.
14. BATTERY METER – Indicates the
battery level.
15. ROGER BEEP ICON – Indicates radio’s
Roger Beep Tone is on.
16. ALARM CLOCK ICON – Indicates when
the Alarm Clock is on.
17. NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND ICON–
Indicates when the radio is in Weather
Band mode.
18. PRIVACY CODE ICON – Indicates
Privacy Code setting (CTCSS/DCS).
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14
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CONTROLS
19. ANTENNA
20. MONITOR / ALARM ON/OFF Button –
Press to turn on the Monitor function in
GMRS mode. Press and hold to turn
alarm on/off in Clock mode.
21. SCAN/MINUTE Button – Press to set the
Scan mode on/off in GMRS mode. Press to
change the Minute setting in Clock mode.
22. LOCK/CALL / HOUR Button – Press
and hold to set the key pad lock on/off in
GMRS mode. Press to send a CALL Alert
signal in GMRS mode. Press to change
the Hour setting in Clock mode.
23. FLASHLIGHT – Built-in flashlight.
24. USB JACK – used for charging mobile
phone thru the Dynamo Crank.
25. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC JACK
26. EXTERNAL CHARGER JACK – When
using the AC or DC Adapter the rechargeable battery pack MUST be installed.
27. SPEAKER – Built-in speaker.
28. MENU Button – Press to access Menu
mode in GMRS/FRS and WX mode. Press
and hold for 5 seconds to activate the SOS
Siren.
29. PTT/SELECT/SNOOZE Button – Press
and hold to transmit voice communication
in GMRS mode.
Press to confirm the selection in MENU
and Clock mode. Press to activate
SNOOZE function in Clock mode.
30. DYNAMO CRANK HANDLE – Rotate
clockwise or counter-clockwise to charge
the NiMH battery pack.
31. BAND SWITCH – used to switch
between AM/FM/WX/GMRS mode.
32. TUNING KNOB – Rotate clockwise/
counter-clockwise to make adjustment
in the MENU mode. It can also make
adjusment in the Clock and AM/FM
receiver mode.
33. BATTERY SOURCE SWITCH – used to
switch between Alkaline and Rechargeable NiMH batteries.
34. LIGHT ON/OFF SWITCH – used to turn
the FLASHLIGHT on/off.
35. TONE CONTROL KNOB – Turn clockwise or counter-clockwise to increase or
decrease the tone.
36. POWER/VOLUME KNOB – Turn clockwise to turn the power on and increase the
volume level. Turn counter-clockwise to
decrease the volume level and turn the
power off.
37. MIC – Built-in microphone.
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NOAA’s National Weather Service
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
Your radio operates with either 4 AA alkaline batteries or a NiMH
battery pack. Please ensure the rechargeable NiMH battery pack is
installed in the radio before using the AC or DC adapters.
To install the batteries:
1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the Battery Cover by
pressing down the Battery Cover Lock Tab until it unlocks and
lifting it out from the radio.
2. Insert 4 AA batteries observing the polarity as shown. Installing the
batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating or may
damage the unit. Also install the NiMH battery pack as shown
below.
3. Return the Battery Cover by pushing it down into the back of the
radio until the Battery Cover Lock Tab locks into place.
INSTALLING THE SHOULDER STRAP
To install the SHOULDER STRAP, slide the SHOULDER STRAP
CLIP down into the metal pins on the top of the radio until it locks into
place. To remove the SHOULDER STRAP, press the SHOULDER
STRAP CLIP tab down, then remove it from the radio.
Battery Cover Lock Tab
Alkaline
Batteries
NiMH Battery Pack
Battery Compartment
Battery Cover
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Your radio is equipped for using a rechargeable NiMH battery pack
which can be recharged using an AC wall adapter (included) or a DC
adapter (included). Initial charge time is 24 hours with a charge time of
12 hours thereafter. For maximum battery life, we recommend charging
the battery pack when the low battery icon comes on. Remove the radio
from the charger when the charge time expires. For the location of the
CHARGING JACK see page 20.
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.
You can also charge the rechargeable NiMH battery pack using the
Dynamo Crank. To charge using the Dynamo Crank rotate rapidly the
Dynamo Crank handle clockwise or counter-clockwise.
To get the best charging condition, charge the battery pack thru
the Dynamo Crank with the radio turned OFF. Speed and length of
time of cranking will determine the charge of the NiMH Battery
Pack. Two minutes of cranking gives up to 5 minutes of radio use
time (receiving and monitoring only).
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.
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK
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Shoulder Strap
Metal Pin
Metal Pin
Shoulder Strap Clip
Shoulder Strap Clip
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POWER ON/OFF AND VOLUME
Rotate the POWER/VOLUME knob clockwise to turn the radio on and
increase the volume level. Rotate the control counter-clockwise to
reduce the volume level and to turn the radio off. During Power On,
the LCD will display all icons for 1 second and the LCD display will
indicate the last channel/frequency selected.
SETTING THE RADIO TO GMRS/FRS MODE
To set your radio to GMRS/FRS mode, move the BAND switch in
GMRS/FRS position. The LCD will show the current GMRS/FRS
channel setting.
TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING A CALL
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel and Privacy Code.
1. Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a normal voice into
the microphone. The TX icon will appear continuously on the
LCD Display while transmitting.
When using a HAND MIC, press and hold the PTT button on
the side of the HAND MIC and speak in a normal voice.
For maximum clarity, hold the HAND MIC 2 to 3 inches from
your mouth.
OPERATING YOUR RADIO
BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR
Your radio 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.
SELECTING THE POWER SOURCE
Your radio can use either an Alkaline battery or the rechargeable
NiMH battery pack. Just set the BATTERY SOURCE switch to either
“Alkaline” or “Rechargeable” (for NiMH battery pack) mode.
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2. To receive a call, release the PTT button. The RX icon will appear
on the display when your radio is receiving a transmission.
ABOUT RANGE
Your XT511A Series radios are designed to give you maximum range
under optimum conditions.
Optimum Conditions are:
l Over water
l Open rural areas without obstructions
l Flat areas where you can see the other person
To ensure you get maximum range:
l Be sure to use fresh or fully charged batteries - low batteries will
cause low power conditions
l Be sure you are on a GMRS channel - FRS channels are
restricted by the FCC to low power
l Be sure to set your radio to use Hi power.
l Be sure to point the ANTENNA upward.
MENU MODE FUNCTIONS
XT511A MENU MODE QUICK REFERENCE CHART
MENU
Privacy
oF/CTCSS/DCS oF/CTCSS/DCS
WX Channel
WX Scan
1~10
Minute Setting
Hour Setting
12hr AM/PM
Power
H/L
WX Alert
1~10
On/Off
Alarm Hour Setting
0~59
Clock/Alarm Clock Function
VOX
oF/1~9
12hr AM/PM
Silent Operation
On/Off
CTCSS
DCS
Roger Beep
On/Off
1~38
1~83
Alarm Minute Setting
0~59
Call Alert
1~10
MENU
SOS
Dual Watch
oF/1~22
Press and hold
the MENU
button for 5
seconds
Privacy
CTCSS
DCS
Only when Dual Watch is ON
1~38
1~83
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CHANNEL SELECTION (GMRS/FRS BAND)
Turn the TUNING knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to select one
of the 22 GMRS/FRS channels.
MONITOR
Pressing the MONITOR button will let you check activity on your
current channel before transmitting. This could also be used to adjust
the volume level of the radio when it is not receiving a signal.
Press the MONITOR button again to get out of MONITOR mode.
SCAN
Your radio can scan all 22 channels for any activity. To enter, press
the SCAN button. Repeat the same procedure to exit. Your radio will
rapidly scan each of the 22 channels and stop on any active channel.
Your radio will stay on the active channel as long as the signal is
present and will resume scanning 5 seconds after the signal is no
longer present.
When you press the PTT button to transmit on an active channel, the
scanning function will stop and remain on the active channel.
To resume scanning, press the SCAN button.
CALL ALERT
Your radio can transmit a call alert for a fixed length of time. To send
a call alert, press the CALL/LOCK button. The TX icon will appear
while transmitting a call alert and a tone can be heard on the
speaker for confirmation.
Your radio has 10 call alert selections.
SOS SIREN
To activate the SOS SIREN function, press and hold the MENU
button for 5 seconds. The radio will send out a loud siren sound, the
display backlight will flash and the flaslight will flash; spelling out a
S.O.S. pattern in Morse Code and a “Sos” icon will appear on the
display. To deactivate the SOS SIREN function press the PTT button
twice. Press the PTT button twice to stop the SOS SIREN function.
Warning: The SOS Siren is to be used only in the event of
an emergency. Midland Radio Corporation is not responsible
if there is no response to the SOS Siren.
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KEYPAD LOCK
To avoid accidentally changing the radio setting, press and hold the
CALL/LOCK button for about 4 seconds. The LOCK icon will appear
on the display. The PTT, CALL, and MONITOR function will still be
active. Repeat the same procedure to unlock the keypad.
DISPLAY ILLUMINATION
During Power on, the display illumination will activate for approx. 5
seconds. The display illumination can also be activated when the
MENU, SCAN, or MONITOR button is pressed. It can also be
activated if the TUNING knob is turned.
Note: In Clock Mode (Power Off) the display illumination can be
activated by pressing any button or when the Tuning knob
is turned.
SETTING PRIVACY CODES
Your radio has 121 Privacy Codes available. The selected Privacy
Code may be different for each channel. To select a Privacy Code
for the current channel press the MENU button once, and then turn
the TUNING knob to select between oF/CTCSS/DCS. Then press
again the MENU button, and then turn the TUNING knob to select
one of the 38 CTCSS Privacy Code or one of the 83 DCS Privacy
Code. The Privacy Code icon on the display will indicate whether
you set your Privacy Code in CTCSS or DCS mode. To confirm the
selection, press the PTT button or press MENU button again to move
to the next feature setting.
Note : If you select any CTCSS Privacy Code, any pre-selected
DCS Privacy Code will be cancelled and vice-versa.
Selecting a Privacy Code of "oF" will disable the Privacy
feature. To communicate between two XT511A Series
radios, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel and Privacy Code selections.
TRANSMIT (TX) POWER LEVEL SELECTION
Your radio has 2 power level settings. To select the power level on
channels 1~7 and 15~22, press the MENU button until a “Pr” icon will
appear on the display. Then turn the TUNING knob to select
TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL (H: Hi or L: Lo). To confirm, press the
PTT button or press MENU button again to move to the next feature
setting.
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When the Battery Meter drops to 1 bar , the TX Power will
automatically switch from Hi(H) to Lo(L) level.
Note : You cannot adjust the power setting on the FRS
channels (8~14). They are set to Low power per FCC
regulations.
VOX (Hands-free Transmission)
Your radio has 9 VOX level settings: (oF/1~9).
To turn the VOX on, press the MENU button until a “Vo” appears,
while on the right, the “oF” setting appears. Turn the TUNING knob
to make the VOX setting selections. To confirm, push the PTT key or
press the MENU button again to move to the next feature setting.
VOX will be more sensitive on the “1” setting than on the “9” setting.
To turn the VOX off, press the MENU button until a “Vo” appears,
while on the right, the current VOX setting appears. Select “oF” by
turning the TUNING knob. To confirm, push the PTT key or press the
MENU button again to move to the next feature setting.
Note: For VOX Hands-free operation use Midland headset
accessories or built-in internal microphone. The
accessory hand mic is also intended for VOX mode use.
SILENT OPERATION
Your radio has a SILENT OPERATION mode. In this mode, all
“beeps” and “tones” are disabled.
To set the SILENT OPERATION, press the MENU button until the
display shows a “bP” icon. Select “on” or “oF” by turning the TUNING
knob. To confirm, push the PTT key or press MENU button to move
to the next feature setting.
When the SILENT OPERATION is off, the icon will appear on the
display.
ROGER BEEP (End of Transmission) TONE
When the PTT button is released, the radio will beep to confirm to
other users that your transmission has finished.
To set the ROGER BEEP tone, press the MENU button until the
display shows an “rb” icon. Select “on” or “oF” by turning the
TUNING knob.
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To confirm, push the PTT key or press the MENU button to move to
the next feature setting.
When the ROGER BEEP tone is on, the RGB icon will appear on the
display.
CALL ALERT SELECTION
Your radio has 10 selectable CALL ALERTS (1~10).
To select, press the MENU button until a “CA” icon appears and to
the right of the “CA” icon the current CALL ALERT setting is
displayed. Then turn the TUNING knob to make the CALL ALERT
selections - the radio will emit a corresponding tone for each
selection. To confirm, press the PTT button or press MENU button to
move to the next feature setting.
DUAL WATCH
Your radio has a DUAL WATCH function, to enable user to scan 2
channels for any activity. The first channel will be the current
channel/privacy code setting and the second channel will be the
selected channel on the MENU.
To turn on the DUAL WATCH function, press the MENU button until
the display shows the DW icon and “oF” icon. Select the second
channel by turning the TUNING knob. To select a Privacy Code for
the current channel press the MENU button once, and then turn the
TUNING knob to select between oF/CTCSS/DCS. Then press again
the MENU button, and then turn the TUNING knob to select one of
the 38 CTCSS Privacy Code or one of the 83 DCS Privacy Code. The
Privacy Code icon on the display will indicate whether you set your
Privacy Code in CTCSS or DCS mode. To confirm the selection,
press the PTT button or press MENU button again to move to the
next feature setting. The DW icon will remain on the display.
The radio will rapidly scan the two channels selected and stop on any
active channel. Your radio will stay on the active channel as long as
the signal is present and will resume scanning 5 seconds after the
signal is no longer present.
To turn off the DUAL WATCH function, press the SCAN button. The
current GMRS/FRS radio setting will be displayed and the DW icon
will disappear on the display.
Note: When the radio is in Dual Watch or Scan mode for GMRS, it
will be overridden with a weather alert.
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NOAA WEATHER RADIO / SCAN
Your radio has a NOAA WEATHER RADIO function, to enable the
user to receive weather reports from designated NOAA stations.
Your radio also has a NOAA WEATHER SCAN function, to enable
the user to scan all 10 channels of the NOAA WEATHER RADIO.
To turn the NOAA WEATHER SCAN on, move the BAND switch to
WX position. The radio will go to WX Band mode and start scanning
all 10 channels and stop on any active channel. The ALERT, SCAN
and the icon appears on the display while the radio is scanning.
When the channel becomes inactive for 10 seconds the radio will
resume scanning.
To stop the NOAA WEATHER (WX) SCAN and set the channel
manually on the WX Band, press the SCAN button during NOAA
WEATHER (WX) SCAN. The radio will stop scanning and stay on the
last active WX Band channel. While in WX Band mode press the
MENU button and turning the TUNING knob to select one of the 10
NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND channels. To confirm, press the PTT
button or press the MENU button. To resume the NOAA WEATHER
(WX) SCAN function, press the SCAN button again.
To turn the NOAA WEATHER RADIO off, move the BAND switch
from WX position to other position.
NOAA WEATHER ALERT
Your radio has a NOAA WEATHER ALERT function, to enable you
to automatically receive weather alert from designated NOAA
stations.
The NOAA WEATHER ALERT function is automatically on during
NOAA WEATHER SCAN function.
To manually turn the NOAA WEATHER (WX) ALERT on, press the
MENU button once while in WX Band. The ALERT icon will appear
on the display while on the right an "oF" icon appears. Select "on"
by turning the TUNING knob. To confirm, press the PTT or the MENU
button. The radio will return to WX BAND and the ALERT icon will
remain on the display. If the radio receives a WX ALERT signal from
a designated NOAA station while on WX mode, the radio will beep
for 20 seconds while an "AL" and "In" icon appear on the display
while the FLASHLIGHT and the display illumination will blink
altogether. Afterwhich the radio will automatically go to NOAA
WEATHER RADIO mode.
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If the radio receives a WX ALERT signal from a designated NOAA
station while on AM/FM or GMRS/FRS mode, the radio will beep for
20 seconds while the ALERT icon will appear blinking on the display
while the FLASHLIGHT and the display illumination will blink
altogether. In this case, the user should set the BAND switch to WX
position to listen for any weather alert broadcast.
The ALERT icon will remain blinking on the display when it
receives a WX ALERT signal unless the BAND switch is set to
WX mode or any button is pressed. This is to remind the user
that a WX Alert signal has been received, in case they missed it.
To turn the NOAA WEATHER (WX) ALERT off, press the MENU
button once while in WX Band. The ALERT icon will appear on the
display while on the right an "on" icon appears. Select "oF" by
turning the TUNING knob. To confirm, press the PTT or MENU
button.
SETTING THE RADIO TO AM/FM RECEIVER MODE
To set your radio to AM/FM RECEIVER mode, move the BAND
switch in AM or FM position. The LCD will show the current AM or FM
channel setting.
Note: When switching from Weather or GMRS modes to AM or FM
radio, you may notice a delay before the radio tunes into a station.
This is normal operation and is not an indication the radio is not
working. You may also notice this delay when Powering the Radio
ON in AM or FM modes.
CHANNEL SELECTION (AM/FM BAND)
Turn the TUNING knob clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the
AM or FM frequency. Turning and holding the TUNING knob will
make the radio scan for the frequency continuously until it receives a
strong signal.
SETTING THE RADIO TO CLOCK MODE
To set your radio to CLOCK mode, just turn the POWER/VOLUME
switch to OFF. The display will show the current time setting.
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CHANGING THE HOUR SETTING
To change the hour setting of the clock, press the LOCK/CALL/
HOUR button while in CLOCK mode, and the hour digit of the clock
will blink. Turn the TUNING knob to change the hour setting. Press
the PTT/SELECT button to confirm.
Note: The clock of the XT511A uses a 12-hour format, which means
the clock will automatically change to AM or PM setting when you
scroll at every 12:00 hour mark.
CHANGING THE MINUTE SETTING
To change the minute setting of the clock, press the SCAN/MINUTE
button while in CLOCK mode, and the minute digit of the clock will
blink. Turn the TUNING knob to change the minute setting. Press the
PTT/SELECT button to confirm.
SETTING THE ALARM CLOCK
The radio can also function as an ALARM CLOCK. To turn the
ALARM CLOCK on, press the ALARM ON/OFF button while in
CLOCK mode. The icon will appear.
To set the hour setting of the ALARM, press the LOCK/CALL/HOUR
button while in CLOCK mode, and the hour digit of the clock will blink.
Turn the TUNING knob to change the hour setting. Press the
PTT/SELECT button to confirm.
To set the minute setting of the ALARM, press the SCAN/MINUTE
button while in CLOCK mode, and the minute digit of the clock will
blink. Turn the TUNING knob to change the minute setting. Press the
PTT/SELECT button to confirm.
To turn the ALARM CLOCK off, press the ALARM ON/OFF button
while in CLOCK mode. The icon will disappear.
ALARM CLOCK SNOOZE
When the ALARM CLOCK goes off, you can activate the SNOOZE
function by pressing the SNOOZE button. Everytime the SNOOZE
button is pressed the ALARM CLOCK will go off again after 8
minutes.
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USING THE FLASHLIGHT
Your radio has a built-in FLASHLIGHT.
To turn the FLASHLIGHT on, set the LIGHT switch to ON.
To turn the FLASHLIGHT off, set the LIGHT switch to OFF.
EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK
Your radio can be used with an optional external speaker/
microphone or headset, freeing your hands for other tasks. You can
also use the HAND MIC thru the SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK.
To use an optional speaker/microphone or headset:
l Open the SPEAKER/MIC Jack Rubber Cap on the side of the
radio.
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.
Note: When the HAND MIC is connected, all audio will play through
the HAND MIC because it is a speaker mic. This is normal
operation.
USB JACK
Your radio can be used to charge a mobile phone by the DYNAMO
CRANK, AC, or DC Adapter thru the USB Jack.
l Open the USB Jack Rubber Cap on the side of the radio.
l Attach a USB Charging Cable (not included) to the mobile phone.
l Connect the other end of the USB Charging Cable to the USB
Jack of the XT511A.
l Recharge the mobile phone battery by turning rapidly the
DYNAMO CRANK, or by attaching the AC or DC Adapter in the
Charging Jack.
USB JACK
EXTERNAL SPK/MIC JACK
CHARGING JACK
Note: Charging a mobile phone thru the USB
Jack is intended for emergency purpose
only. It is not intended for recharging a
fully discharged battery.
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PROBLEM SOLUTION
No Power - Check battery installation and/or replace batteries.
Cannot Receive
Messages
- Confirm the radios have the same channel
and Privacy Code settings.
- Make sure that you are within range of the other
transceivers.
- Buildings and other structures may interfere with
your communication.
(see ABOUT RANGE on Page 12)
Radio is not responding
to button presses
- Make sure key lock is not on (See Keypad Lock on
Page 13).
- Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then
on.
- Ensure accessory microhone is set properly
Display is dim - Recharge or replace batteries.
Charger not functioning - Ensure the Charger Plug is installed in the radio
properly.
- Ensure the outlet where the charger is plugged
in is functioning properly.
- Check that the battery pack is installed in the radio
properly.
USE AND CARE
1. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio.
2. Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio.
3. Do not immerse the radio in water.
4. Dry the radio with a dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.
5. Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term
storage.
If you have a problem which you believe requires
service, please call first and speak with a service
technician at 816-241-8500. Many problems can be
remedied over the phone without returning the unit for
service.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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SPECIFICATIONS
Channels 22 GMRS/FRS Channels +121 Privacy Codes
10 NOAA Weather (WX) Band Channels
Operating Frequency UHF 462.5500 ~ 467.7125 MHz
AM : 520kHz ~ 1710kHz - 10kHz steps
FM : 87.5MHz ~ 108MHz - 100kHz steps
Power Source 4 AA Alkaline or 6.0V Rechargeable NiMH
battery pack
GMRS/FRS FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)
NOAA WEATHER (WX) RADIO FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)
* Channels 8, 9 and 10 are designated Canadian Marine Frequencies
* Channels 8~14 are low-power FRS license free channels
CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq.
1
2
3
4
5
12
462.5625
462.5875
462.6125
462.6375
462.6625
462.6875
462.7125
467.5625
467.5875
467.6125
467.6375
162.550
162.400
162.475
162.425
162.450
467.6625
13
467.6875
14
467.7125
462.5500
15
16
462.5750
17
462.6000
18
462.6250
462.6500
19
462.6750
20
21
462.7000
22
462.7250
6
7
8
9
10
162.500
162.525
161.650
161.775
163.275
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DCS PRIVACY CODES FREQUENCY CHART
CTCSS CODES FREQUENCY CHART
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.
1 67.0 11 97.4 21 136.5
2 71.9 12 100.0 22 141.3
3 74.4 13 103.5 23 146.2
4 77.0 14 107.2 24 151.4
5 79.7 15 110.9 25 156.7
6 82.5 16 114.8 26 162.2
7 85.4 17 118.8 27 167.9
8 88.5 18 123.0 28 173.8
9 91.5 19 127.3 29 179.9
10 94.8 20 131.8 30 186.2
CODE Freq.CODE Freq.CODE Freq.CODE Freq.
31 192.8
32 203.5
33 210.7
34 218.1
35 225.7
36 233.6
37 241.8
38 250.3
No.
CODE No. CODE No. CODE
1 023 29 174 57 445
2 025 30 205 58 464
3 026 31 223 59 465
4 031 32 226 60 466
5 032 33 243 61 503
6 043 34 244 62 506
7 047 35 245 63 516
8 051 36 251 64 532
9 054 37 261 65 546
10 065 38 263 66 565
11 071 39 265 67 606
12 072 40 271 68 612
13 073 41 306 69 624
14 074 42 311 70 627
15 114 43 315 71 631
16 115 44 331 72 632
17 116 45 343 73 654
18 125 46 346 74 662
19 131 47 351 75 664
20 132 48 364 76 703
21 134 49 365 77 712
22 143 50 371 78 723
23 152 51 411 79 731
24 155 52 412 80 732
25 156 53 413 81 734
26 162 54 423 82 743
27
165 55 431 83 754
28 172 56 432 − −
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LIMITED WARRANTY (United States and Canada)
Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will repair or
replace, at its option without charge, any Midland FRS/GMRS transceiver which fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship within Three Years following the initial
consumer purchase.
This warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak, abuse or misuse of
unauthorized accessories, unauthorized service or modification or altered products.
Accessories have a 90 day warranty from date of purchase, including any chargers,
microphones, and cables.
This warranty does not include the cost of labor for removal or re-installation of the
product in a vehicle or other mounting.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED AS SET FORTH HEREIN AND TO THE DURATION
OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS
PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY OF THE CONSUMER AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. IN NO EVENT SHALL MIDLAND BE
LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO
NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, BODILY INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE
AND DEATH) FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE
PRODUCT OR ACCESSORY, OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF REVENUE OR
PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA OR OTHER
FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABILITY OR
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCTS OR ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL EXTENT
THESE DAMAGES MAY BE DISCLAIMED BY LAW.
For Product Purchased in the USA:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the
warranted product, prepaid freight, along with proof of purchase to:
Midland Radio Corporation
Warranty Service Department
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights,
which vary from state to state.
Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United
States of America or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S.
Military exchange.
For Product Purchased in Canada:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the
warranted product, along with proof of purchase, to your place of purchase in
Canada.
This warranty gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be
provided by law in some areas within Canada.
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Model XT511A Series
AVPH2
- Closed Face
Helmet
Headset Kit
AVP1
- Over the Ear
Headsets
ACCESSORIES
Accessories can be purchased at midlandusa.com.
AVPH3
- Surveillance
Headsets
AVPH5
- Behind the
Head Headsets
AVPH4
- Wrap Around
the Ear
Headsets
AVPH7
- Camo
Headsets with
Boom Mic
AVP-H8
- Acoustic Throat
Mic
AVP7
- Pair of Ni-MH
Rechargeable
Battery Packs
AVPH10
- Shoulder
Speaker Mic
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IMPORTANT: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt
RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1)
this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference, including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
IMPORTANT: Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie
Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas
produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout
brouillage radioélectrique subi même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en
compromettre le fonctionnement.
FVIN Information: Vxxx. To verify the FVIN, press and hold the
SCAN button while the XT511A is powered-off, then rotate the
VOLUME Switch to power on the radio.
Then the FVIN will be displayed in the LCD for about 2 seconds.
MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
Call 816.241.8500
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Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without
notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for unintentional errors or
omissions on its packaging.
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