Model GXT444 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Important Notice, FCC Licensing LCD Display Controls Battery Installation Installing the Belt Clip Charging the Optional Battery Pack Operating Your Radio External Speaker/Microphone Jack Troubleshooting Guide Use and Care Specifications and Frequency Charts Warranty Information...
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.
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).
Model GXT444 LCD DISPLAY HI LO CONTROLS GXT444 HI LO Page 5 1. LOW BATTERY ICON – Indicates the battery level is low. 2. eVOX – Indicates when eVOX mode is active. 3. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from 1~22 on GMRS/FRS band .
Model GXT444 BATTERY INSTALLATION Your GXT444 radio operates with either 4 AA alkaline batteries or an optional NiMH battery pack. The belt clip should be removed (see below) to ease installation or removal of the batteries. To install the batteries: 1.
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.
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 GXT444 radios are designed to give you maximum range under optimum conditions. Optimum Conditions are:...
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TRANSMIT (TX) POWER LEVEL SELECTION : Your GXT444 has 2 transmit power levels . To select the power level on channels 1~7 and 15~22, press the TX POWER HI/LO button and the TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL ICON will toggle between HI and LO setting.
To turn eVOX off, press the eVOX button . The “VOX” on the upper left corner of the display will disappear. SILENT OPERATION Your GXT444 has a SILENT OPERATION mode. In this mode, all “beeps” and “tones” are disabled. To turn the SILENT OPERATION mode on, press the MENU button twice and a “bo”...
Model GXT444 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM No Power Cannot Receive Messages Radio is not responding to button presses Display is dim Charger not functioning 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.
Model GXT444 LIMITED WARRANTY 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 or abuse.
Model GXT444 ACCESSORIES Accessories can be purchased at www.midlandradio.com or fill in the form on the following page and mail it to our address. AVP-1 AVP-3 Page 14 - 2 Over the Ear Mic. Headsets w/ PTT - $19.95 - 1 Dual Desk Charger...
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Model GXT444 MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION 5900 Parretta Drive Kansas City, MO 64120 Call 816.241.8500 visit us at http://www.midlandradio.com Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for unintentional errors or omissions on its packaging.