Midland X-Talker T10 Instruction Manual

Model T10 & T30 Series

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 two­way radio is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance for

years to come.

Features

- 22 GMRS/FRS Channels

- 38 Privacy Codes (CTCSS)

- VOX

- Call Alert

- NOAA Weather Radio

- NOAA Weather Alert

- Scan Function

- Monitor Function

- Roger Beep Tone

- Silent Operation

- Key Pad Lock

- Speaker / Microphone Jacks (T31 only)

- Battery Meter / Battery Low Indicator

- USB Jack Charging (T31 only)

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 radios 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.

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.

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IMPORTANT: This device complies with Industry Canada licence­exempt 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.

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LCD DISPLAY

1

2

3

4

5

1. NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND ICON –

Indicates when the radio is in Weather
Band mode.

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

6

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

7

4. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from
1~22 on GMRS/FRS band (1~10 on WX

8

9

band).

5. PRIVACY CODE – Indicates Privacy
Code selected by user (oF~38).

6. BATTERY METER – Indicates the battery
level.

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

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

9. PRIVACY CODE ICON – Indicates
Privacy Code is on.

CONTROLS

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

10. PTT Button – Press and hold to

transmit voice communication.

11. CALL/LOCK Button – Press to send a

CALL ALERT signal. Press and hold to
turn KEY LOCK on/off.

12. MIC – Built-in microphone.

13. USB CHARGING JACK (T31 only)

14. SPEAKER – Built-in speaker.

15. ANTENNA

16. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC JACK

(T31 only)

17. MENU Button – Press momentarily to

access Menu mode.

18. MONITOR/SCAN Button – Press to

enter SCAN mode. Press and hold to
enter MONITOR mode.

▲

▲

19. UP/WX

Make adjustments in MENU mode.
Press and hold the UP button for 3
seconds to activate the NOAA Weather
Radio function.

and DOWN

Buttons –

▼▼

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BATTERY
COMPARTMENT

BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
COVER

Press here and
push down to open

BELT CLIP
LOCK TAB

BELT CLIP
LATCH

BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your radio operates with either 3 AAA NiMH batteries or optional 3
AAA alkaline batteries. 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 3 AAA NiMH batteries or 3 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 down into the slot on the back
of the radio until the BELT CLIP LATCH clicks. To remove the BELT
CLIP, pull the LOCK TAB away from the radio, then gently pull the
belt clip up toward the top of the radio.

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CHARGING THE BATTERIES (MODEL T31 only)

Your radios are equipped for using 3 AAA rechargeable NiMH
batteries which can be recharged by inserting one end of the USB
Cable into a USB power source, and the other end into the radio USB
charging jack. While charging, the Battery Meter will flash from 1 to 3
bars. The LCD display will show FULL when charging is complete.
For maximum battery life, Midland recommends charging the battery
pack when the low battery icon comes on. Remove the radios from
the charger when the charging is finished.

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

1. 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.

2. For long term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF and

!

remove the batteries from the 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 and “bt Lo” will flash in the display indicating your
batteries should be replaced or recharged (Model T31 only) if using
rechargeable batteries.

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OPERATING YOUR RADIO

POWER ON/OFF AND VOLUME

Press the POWER/MENU button for at least 3 seconds to turn the
radio on/off. During Power On, the radio will beep 2 times with
different tones, the LCD will display several icons for 1 second and
then the LCD display will indicate the last channel selected.

▲\▼▼

To increase/decrease the volume level, press the
during RX or STANDBY mode

▲

RESTORING YOUR RADIO TO THE ORIGINAL SETTING

To reset your radio to the original (default) setting, turn on the radio

▲

▲

while pressing and holding the
to standby mode on channel 1 with no Privacy Code.

button. The LCD display will reset

buttons

TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING A CALL

To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
channel and/or Privacy Code.

1. For maximum clarity, hold the radio 2 to 3 inches from your
mouth.

2. 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.

3. 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 radios are designed to give you maximum range under optimum
conditions.

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MENU

Channel

VOX

1~22

CTCSS

Roger Beep

On/Off

Silent Operation

On/Off

WX Channel

1~10

WX Alert

On/Off

Press and hold UP/WX
button for 5 seconds

oF~38

On/Off

Optimum Conditions are:

● Over water

● Open rural areas without obstructions

● Flat areas where you can see the other person

To ensure you get maximum range:

● Be sure to use fresh or fully charged batteries - low batteries will

cause low power conditions.

● Be sure you are on a GMRS channel - FRS channels are

restricted by the FCC to low power.

● Be sure to set your radio to use Hi power.

T10 & T30 SERIES QUICK REFERENCE CHART

MONITOR

Pressing and holding the MONITOR button for 3 seconds will let you
hear noise so you can adjust the volume level of the radio when not
receiving a signal. This could also be used to check any activity on
your current channel before transmitting.

Press and hold the MONITOR button for 3 seconds again to get out
of MONITOR mode.

SCAN

Your radio can scan all 22 channels for activity. To enter, quickly 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
for 6 seconds before resuming scan.

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, quickly press the SCAN button.

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CALL ALERT

Your radio can transmit a call alert. To send a call alert, press the
CALL button. The TX icon will appear while transmitting a call alert

and a tone can be heard on the speaker for confirmation.

KEYPAD LOCK

To avoid accidentally changing the radio setting, press the

LOCK button for 3 seconds. The icon will appear on the display.
PTT and CALL will still be active. Repeat the same procedure to

unlock the keypad.

CHANNEL SELECTION (GMRS/FRS BAND)

▲

Press the MENU button once, and then the
one of the 22 GMRS/FRS channels. To confirm the selection, press
the PTT button or press the MENU button again to move to the next

feature setting.

▲\▼▼

buttons to select

SETTING PRIVACY CODES

Your radio has 38 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 twice, and then the

▲

▲\▼▼

Code icon on the display will indicate CTCSS mode. To confirm the
selection, press the PTT button or press the MENU button again to
move to the next feature setting.

!

buttons to select one of the 38 CTCSS Codes. The Privacy

Note : Selecting a Privacy Code of "oF" will disable the Privacy

feature. To communicate between two radios, all radios in your
group must be set to the same channel and/or Privacy Code
selections.

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VOX

To set VOX, press the MENU button until the display shows “VOX.” A
flashing icon will appear to the right of the CHANNEL NUMBER.

▲

Select “on” or "oF" by pressing the
key, or press the MENU button again to move to the next feature

setting.

▲\▼▼

buttons and push the PTT

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 pressing the
buttons and push the PTT key, or press the MENU button to move to
the next feature setting.

▲\▼▼

SILENT OPERATION

Your radio has a SILENT OPERATION mode. In this mode, all
“beeps” and “tones” are disabled.

To set SILENT OPERATION, press the MENU button until the display

▲\▼▼

shows a “bP” icon. Select “on” or "oF" by pressing the
and push the PTT key or MENU button.

▲

buttons

NOAA WEATHER RADIO

Your radio has a NOAA WEATHER RADIO function to enable the
user to receive weather reports from designated NOAA stations.

▲

To turn the NOAA WEATHER RADIO on, press and hold the WX/
button for 5 seconds while in GMRS mode. The radio will go to WX
Band mode.

To set the channel on the WX Band, press the MENU button and the
display will show the current WX Band channel setting. While on WX

▲

Band mode press the
WEATHER (WX) BAND channels.

▲\▼▼

buttons to select one of the 10 NOAA

▲

To confirm, press the PTT button or press the MENU button to move
to the next feature setting.

To turn the NOAA WEATHER RADIO off, press the PTT button. The
current GMRS/FRS radio setting will be displayed and the icon will

go off.

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NOAA WEATHER ALERT

Your radio has a NOAA WEATHER ALERT function, to enable you
to automatically receive weather alerts from designated NOAA
stations.

To turn the NOAA WEATHER (WX) ALERT on during normal NOAA

WEATHER RADIO mode, press the MENU button twice while in
NOAA WEATHER RADIO mode. The display shows "AL," while on

the right an "oF" icon appears blinking. Select "on" by pressing the

▲

▲\▼▼

radio will return to WX BAND and the icon will continue blinking. If
the radio receives a WX ALERT signal from a designated NOAA
station while on GMRS/FRS Radio mode, the radio will beep for 20
seconds while the display will automatically go to WX BAND.

To turn the NOAA WEATHER (WX) ALERT off, press the MENU
button twice while in WX Band. The display shows "AL," while on the
right an "on" icon appears blinking. Select "oF" by pressing the

buttons. To confirm, press the PTT button or press MENU. The

▲\▼▼

▲

EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK (Model T31 only)

Your radio can be used with an optional external speaker/
microphone or headset, freeing your hands for other tasks. To use an
optional speaker/microphone or headset:

● Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks.

● Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic

into your desired position.

buttons. To confirm, press the PTT button or press MENU.

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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM SOLUTION

No Power - Check battery installation and/or replace batteries.

Cannot Receive
Messages

Radio is not responding
to button presses

Display is dim - Recharge or replace batteries.

Charging not
functioning (Model T31
only)

- Confirm the radios have the same channel
settings.

- Make sure that you are within range of the other
transceivers.

- Buildings and other structures may interfere with
your communication.

- Make sure key lock is not on (See Keypad Lock,
Page 9).

- Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then
on.

- Ensure the USB Jack where the USB Cable is

plugged in is functioning properly.

- Check that the batteries are 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.

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CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq.

1

462.5625

2

462.5875

3

462.6125

11

467.6375

4

462.6375

12

467.6625

5

462.6625

13

467.6875

21

462.7000

6

462.6875

14

467.7125

22

462.7250

7

462.7125

15

462.5500

8

467.5625

16

462.5750

9

467.5875

10

467.6125

17

462.6000

18

462.6250

23
24

25
26
27
28

19

462.6500

20

462.6750

29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36

CH. No

CH. Freq.

CH. No

CH. Freq.

1

162.550

6

162.500

2

162.400

7

162.525

3

162.475

8

161.650

4

162.425

9

161.775

5

162.450

10

163.275

Code

Freq.

Code

Freq.

Code

Freq.

Code

Freq.

Code

Freq.
1

67.0

9

91.5

17

118.8

25

156.7

33

210.7
2

71.9

10

94.8

18

123.0

26

162.2

34

218.1
3

74.4

11

97.4

19

127.3

27

167.9

35

225.7
4

77.0

12

100.0

20

131.8

28

173.8

36

233.6
5

79.7

13

103.5

21

136.5

29

179.9

37

241.8
6

82.5

14

107.2

22

141.3

30

186.2

38

250.3
7

85.4

15

110.9

23

146.2

31

192.8
8 88.5 16 114.8

24

151.4

32

203.5

SPECIFICATIONS

Channels 22 GMRS/FRS Channels +38 Privacy Codes

10 NOAA Weather (WX) Band Channels

Operating Frequency UHF 462.5500 ~ 467.7125 MHz
Power Source 3 AAA Rechargeable NiMH batteries or 3 AAA

Alkaline batteries

GMRS/FRS FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)

* Channels 8~14 are low-power FRS license free channels

NOAA WEATHER (WX) RADIO FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)

* Channels 8, 9 and 10 are designated Canadian Marine Frequencies

PRIVACY CODES FREQUENCY CHART (Hz)

Note: Privacy codes can be programmed for use on Channels 1~22 only

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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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ACCESSORIES

Accessories can be purchased at midlandusa.com

AVP1

- 2 Over the Ear
Mic. Headsets
w/ PTT

- $19.99

AVP14

- Pair of Ni-MH
Rechargeable
Battery Packs

- $19.99

AVPH1

- 1 Open Face
Helmet

Microphone Kit

- $49.99

AVPH4

- 2 Ear Wrap
Headsets

- $39.99

AVPH5

- 2 Behind the
Head Headsets

- $39.99

AVPH7

- 2 Mossy Oak

Around the Ear

Headsets with

Boom Mic

- $39.99

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AVPH2

- 1 Closed Face
Helmet
Microphone Kit

- $49.99

AVPH3

- 2 Surveillance
Headsets

- $39.99

AVPH8

- 1 Action Throat
Mic with
Acoustic Ear
Tube

- $39.99

AVPH10

- Shoulder

Speaker Mic

- $39.99

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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.