Midland X-Talker ALR2 Series Instruction Manual
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Midland X-Talker ALR2 Series Instruction Manual

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  • Page 3: Features

    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.
  • Page 4 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.

  • Page 5: Controls

    Model ALR2 Series 1. NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND ICON – Indicates when the radio is in Weather LCD DISPLAY Band mode. 2. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY LOCK mode is on. 3. VOX ICON – Indicates when VOX mode is active.

  • Page 6: Battery Installation

    Model ALR2 Series 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.

  • Page 7: Charging The Batteries

    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.

  • Page 8: Transmitting And Receiving A Call

    Model ALR2 Series 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.
  • Page 9 Model ALR2 Series 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.

  • Page 10: Call Alert

    Model ALR2 Series 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.

  • Page 11: Roger Beep (End Of Transmission) Tone

    Model ALR2 Series To set VOX, press the MENU button until the display shows “VOX.” A flashing icon will appear to the right of the CHANNEL NUMBER. s \ t Select “on” or "oF" by pressing the buttons and push the PTT key, or press the MENU button again to move to the next feature setting.

  • Page 12: Noaa Weather Alert

    Model ALR2 Series 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.
  • Page 13 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.

  • Page 14: Use And Care

    Model ALR2 Series TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM SOLUTION No Power - Check battery installation and/or replace batteries. Cannot Receive - Confirm the radios have the same channel Messages settings. - Make sure that you are within range of the other transceivers. - Buildings and other structures may interfere with your communication.

  • Page 15: Specifications

    Model ALR2 Series 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) CH.
  • Page 16 Model ALR2 Series 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.
  • Page 17 Model ALR2 Series ACCESSORIES Accessories can be purchased at midlandusa.com. AVPH4 AVP1 - 2 Ear Wrap - 2 Over the Ear Headsets Mic. Headsets w/ PTT - $39.99 - $19.99 AVP14 AVPH5 - Pair of Ni-MH - 2 Behind the Rechargeable Head Headsets Battery Packs...
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  • Page 20 We’d love to hear from you! Let us know what you think of your new Midland product at or by visiting us at midlandusa.com Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for unintentional errors or omissions on its packaging. Rev A...

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