User manual MIDLAND GXT444

[. . . ] (Tested with Headset Model: AVP-1) Page 3 www. midlandradio. com Model GXT444 IMPORTANT NOTICE, FCC LICENSE REQUIRED FOR GMRS OPERATION The GXT444 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 GXT444. 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. [. . . ] To remove the BELT CLIP, press the LOCK TAB down , then gently pull the belt clip up toward the top of the radio. Page 6 www. midlandradio. com Model GXT444 CHARGING THE OPTIONAL BATTERY PACK Your GXT444 is equipped for using an optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack (not included) which can be recharged using a desktop charger (not 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. Insert the AC adapter plug (or DC Cigarette Lighter adapter if charging in vehicle) into the desktop charger jack. 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. Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any batteries or battery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. For long term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF and remove the batteries from the radio. ! LOW BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR Your GXT444 has a LOW BATTERY ICON which will only appear on the LCD display if the battery voltage level is low. At this point, the battery needs to be charged for at least 12hrs. Page 7 www. midlandradio. com Model GXT444 OPERATING YOUR RADIO 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 radio will beep 3 times with different tones, the LCD will display a "self-test" message for 1 second and the LCD display will indicate the last channel selected. TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING A CALL To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel. 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. The RX icon will appear on the display when your radio is receiving a transmission. ABOUT RANGE Your GXT444 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. Page 8 www. midlandradio. com Model GXT444 GXT444 QUICK REFERENCE CHART MENU Channel Silent Operation 1~22 On/Off DISPLAY ILLUMINATION During Power on, the display illumination will activate for approx. The display illumination can also be activated when the MENU button is pressed. CHANNEL SELECTION (GMRS/FRS BAND) Press the MENU button once, and then the buttons to select 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. TRANSMIT (TX) POWER LEVEL SELECTION : Your GXT444 has 2 transmit power levels . [. . . ] - Buildings and other structures may interfere with your communication. - Ensure accessory microphone is set properly Radio is not responding to button presses Display is dim Charger not functioning - Recharge or replace batteries. - Ensure the outlet where the charger is plugged into is functioning properly. - Check that the battery pack are installed in the radio properly. USE AND CARE : 1. [. . . ]