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- Page 1 70-440BP UHF Handheld Transceiver User’s Manual Copyright © 2002 by Midland Radio; all rights reserved.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
70-440 User manual In this book… IN THIS BOOK…... 2 ... 3 ARNING NOTES FCC L ... 3 ICENSING NFORMATION ... 3 AFETY ONVENTIONS AND YMBOLS IN THIS PART NAMES AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ... 6 ... 6 ... 6 RONT ) ... -
Page 3: Warning Notes
Transceiver’s specifications provided in 70-440BP are compliant with EIA/TIA 603 and ETS 300 086, The 70-440BP top level design and resistance are compliant with IEC529 level IP54 and MIL STD 810 C,D,E. Midland Radio is committed to continuous quality improvements, for this reason specifications may vary without prior notice. - Page 4 70-440 User manual • Respect the environment conditions. The radio is designed to be used in heavy environments, however avoid exposing it to extremely hot or cold temperature (out of the range between –30 to +60°C). Do not expose the transceiver to excessive vibrations as well as dusty or rainy places. •...
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Page 5: Conventions And Symbols In This Book
70-440 User manual Conventions and Symbols in this Book This symbol marks a ‘note’. Notes are hints or tips which offer additional information to help you. This symbol marks a ‘caution’. Cautions are special notices, which you should read and follow carefully to avoid possible damage to your equipment and to avoid potential danger to yourself or other people. -
Page 6: Part Names And Their Functions
70-440 User manual Part Names and their functions Please have a look at the following parts description in order to familiarize yourself with the transceiver’s main parts and controls. Numbers in brackets refer to the illustration. [1] Antenna connector. Fit the antenna to this connector (MX thread type). -
Page 7: Side (Left And Right)
70-440 User manual Display This section explains the meaning of the various indications that may appear on the LCD of your 70- 440BP handheld transceiver: Side (left and right) [9] Microphone connector. For remote speaker/microphone, headsets for VOX use and other accessories. -
Page 8: Setup
70-440 User manual Setup Unpacking The following items are in the package: (a) Transceiver’s main body (b) Flexible antenna (c) Battery pack NiMH 1,300 mA/h (d) Belt clip (e) Users guide (this book!) If something is missing please promptly advise your supplier. Page. -
Page 9: Fitting And Removing The Antenna
70-440 User manual Fitting and removing the Antenna To fit the antenna: 1) Locate the antenna terminal (thread MX type) on transceiver’s top. 2) Hold the transceiver with one hand and the base (the thicker part) of the antenna with the other. 3) Attach the included rubber duck antenna to the antenna terminal by turning it clockwise until it is firmly locked. -
Page 10: Installing/Removing The Belt Clip
70-440 User manual Installing/removing the belt clip The supplied belt clip allows you to hang the transceiver on your belt or jacket when you are not using the radio. SLIDE DOWN LIFT UP Charging the battery pack To charge the supplied battery pack you have to setup the charger and connect the radio as follows: Do not forget to remove the radio from slow charger after 10 to 12 hours. -
Page 11: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Switching the radio ON and OFF To switch the radio on: 1) Rotate the “PWR/VOL” knob clockwise until the radio is switched on. The CPU will start an auto test as follows: • LED will glow GREEN, then RED and turn OFF. •... -
Page 12: Adjusting Volume
70-440 User manual Adjusting volume The PWR/VOL knob is used to adjust the RX volume: turn it clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to reduce it. Channel selection Each channel is identified by 2 numeric digits. Channel Freq. MHz. To select a channel: 1) Press the key to increase the channel number or the Receiving... -
Page 13: Monitor Button
TX features will be automatically restored. Adjusting Transmit Power Your 70-440BP can transmit with two power levels according to the distance of your party’s station(s). We do recommend, when possible, to use the Low power setting. This will increase the battery life and will reduce the risk of interference with other stations not in your radio network that may be sharing the same channel with you. -
Page 14: Scanning Channels
The next scan is Dual Watch. This allows you to scan only two channels of your choice. You must have more than one channel programmed in the scan list in order for your 70-440BP to scan them. The advanced scan function of the radio allows optionally looking for carrier or carrier with “CTCSS” or “DCS.”... -
Page 15: Radio Lock
2. The radio will scan the chosen channel and the priority channel. Radio lock Your 70-440BP has been provided with a security function, which protects it against accidental activation of commands. You can lock the radio as follows: To lock the radio: 1) Press the “FUNC”... -
Page 16: Advanced Operations
70-440 User manual Advanced Operations In this section we’ll describe some advanced operation which you can do with your handheld transceiver: Handsfree Transmit (VOX) VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) is an automatic system, which allows you to automatically switch the transmission in hands free mode just by speaking in the built-in microphone of a headset (not provided with the unit). -
Page 17: Roger Beep
70-440 User manual Roger Beep A roger beep will be heard by the other party when “PTT” button is released. To enable or disable Roger Beep “FUNC”: Press the "FUNC" + CALL” keys. Key Beep A beep is heard by the user when any key is pressed with the exception of the “PTT” button. To enable or disable Key Beep: Press the “FUNC”... -
Page 18: Radio Maintenance
70-440 User manual • When possible charge battery packs only when they are completely discharged, i.e. when the “low battery” icon flashes steadily. • Do not remove the battery from the charger before the necessary time to provide a full charge. •... -
Page 19: Optional Accessories
70-440 User manual Cleaning the radio • Wipe the radio with a clean and lint free cloth to remove dust. If it is very dirty, you can use a damp (slightly moistened with water) cloth. Do not use liquid, alcohol or aerosol cleaners. If you normally use your radio in dusty or hard environments, we do recommend using the optional carrying case. - Page 20 70-440 User manual supplied belt clip. • Headset with built-in microphone: Will additionally add the VOX facility, For further details please see “Hands free transmission (VOX)”. Any kind of accessory for the above stated purposes can be connected to the microphone connector, provided that they meet the following requirements: •...
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Page 21: Quick Reference
70-440 User manual Quick reference Operation reference 1) Output Power: Press the “FUNC” key to set High or Low Power output. “LOW” icon is displayed to show that you set Low Power output. (high output has no indication) 2) Group Mode: Press the “MON” button to enable/disable GROUP MODE. “SAT” icon is displayed. 3) Squelch: Press and Hold “MON”... -
Page 22: Index
70-440 User manual Index Adjusting Transmission Power ... 13 Volume... 12 Antenna fitting/removing ... 9 Battery charger rapid (optional)... 19 standard ... 10 Battery pack Charging... 10 Battery packs cleaning ... 18 Information on rechargeable batteries... 17 Proper changing ... 17 Warnings for battery and chargers use... - Page 23 Unpacking ... 8 Switching the radio ON/OFF ... 11 Transmission ... 13 Transmission Power ... 13 VOX... 16 Warning notes ... 3 Warnings for battery and chargers use... 18 Midland Radio Corporation 1120 Clay St. North Kansas City, Mo. 64116 Page. 23...
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