CONTROLS AND INDICATORS..................Operating Controls....................is all solid-state and mounted on a rugged printed circuit board. Your Microphone Controls....................MXT115 radio is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance for Rear Panel Connections..................years to come. LCD Display......................OPERATING YOUR RADIO....................
Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy 5. Determine a mounting location for your radio. The MXT115 is designed to be installed under the dash or vertically on the center console. Choose Your Midland radio is designed to comply with the following national and a location that does not impair visibility or interfere with driving.
Model MXT115 Installing the Mounting Bracket Installing the Antenna The MXT115 includes a “magnetic mount” antenna, intended to be 1. Using the mounting bracket as a attached to the vehicle’s roof, trunk or similar location. Specific installation template, mark the location of each requirements vary between vehicles.
NOTE: Radio antenna is installed separately. When selecting an external speaker, ensure the speaker has 8-ohm 1. The power cord supplied with the MXT115 is equipped with a cigarette impedance and is rated for 4.0 watts. lighter adapter for easy installation. Simply plug the connector into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.
Model MXT115 Model MXT115 LCD Display Microphone Controls Transmitting Icon - Indicates the radio is transmitting to another user. Monitor Icon - Indicates when the radio is in monitor mode 3. Channel Icon - Shows the selected transmit/receive channel. Key Lock Icon - Indicates KEY LOCK mode is on 1.
1. With the radio off, turn the knob clockwise. You will hear a tone when the radio is on. Your MXT115 is designed to give you maximum operating range under ▪ The LCD display will show all icons for one second and then display optimum conditions.
2. Be sure you have selected the desired channel (see Selecting the Utility functions let you configure several operational parameters of the Active Channel) MXT115 to suit your personal preferences. For additional functions, see “MENU” MODE FUNCTIONS. 3. Press and hold the Monitor/Scan button to enter Monitor mode.
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2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down on the microphone to select the desired Weather Channel Your MXT115 has a NOAA Weather Radio function, to enable the user to 3. Press and hold the Weather button to turn the Weather Alert on. ▪...
For additional utility functions, see UTILITY FUNCTIONS. MXT115 “Menu” Mode Quick Reference Chart The MXT115 has 142 Privacy Codes (38 CTCSS codes and 104 DCS codes), which can be applied to any channel. If desired, you can select a different Privacy Code for each channel.
Selecting the Transmit (TX) Power Level ▪ The default squelch setting is 04, which generally provides reliable The MXT115 provides two transmit power levels; HI and Lo. the Lo power squelch operation for most applications. level is generally suitable when operating under optimum conditions (see About Range).
Model MXT115 Repeater Channels Call Alert Tone Your MXT115 has the ability to access repeater channels. The use of a re- Your MXT115 has 5 selectable Call Alert Tones peater can significantly increase a radio’s range and coverage area. Prior...
2. Dry the radio with a dry lint-free cloth should it get wet. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE You can restore the original (factory default) settings for your MXT115 at any time. If you experience difficulties using your MXT115, refer to the following chart to correct common operation problems.
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Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Midland FRS/GMRS which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within One Year following the initial consumer purchase.
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