Midland CT2000 Instruction Manual

Midland CT2000 Instruction Manual

Dual band vhf / uhf mobile transceiver
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CT2000
DUAL BAND VHF / UHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER
› INSTRUCTION GUIDE
SPECIAL FEATURES
3W
25W
IP54
Output
Certified
Extra loud
Power
speaker

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  • Page 1 CT2000 DUAL BAND VHF / UHF MOBILE TRANSCEIVER › INSTRUCTION GUIDE SPECIAL FEATURES IP54 Output Certified Extra loud Power speaker...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Squelch adjustment Selecting a band Selecting the VHF or UHF band Switching from frequency to channel mode Frequency/channel adjustment Frequency step selection Receiving Transmitting Output power selection Menu settings Menu access MENU List of the menu functions Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 3 Changing a memory DTMF code Changing the transmission time of DTMF codes Selective calls with DTMF codes Other functions Activating/deactivating the keypad tones Setting the Time Out Timer: Activating/deactivating the keypad lock: Display backlight Auto power-off Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 4 Setting a password Secondary display Buttons on the front panel of the radio Welcome message Displaying the memory channel name or frequency Selecting the transmission priorities Inhibiting transmission Acoustic sound for the secondary frequency Reset Troubleshooting Technical specifications Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 5: What's In The Box

    If any item is missing, please verify with your Midland dealer. Maintenance CT2000 is an electronic product of exact design and should be treated with care. The suggestions here below will help you to fulfill any warranty obligations and to enjoy this product for many years.
  • Page 6 • Frequency offset and offset direction selection • Tx power level shown in the display • TOT (time out timer) • Keypad lock • IP54 protection grade, water and dust proof • USB programmable thanks to the optional programming kit PRG510 Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 7: Installing The Radio

    Rondelle Viti Staffa di montaggio Install the bracket into the vehicle using the supplied self-tapping screws and washers. Set an appropriate angle for the unit, using the 3 slots on the rear edge of the bracket. Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 8: Power Supply

    Connect the DC power cable to the transceiver. Attention: To obtain best performances we recommend installing the radio in a position with a good air circulation. Ext. power jack DC power cable Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 9: Replacing Fuses

    Make sure the speaker does not have a direct-to-ground connection. Microphone Plug-in the supplied microphone to the proper connector on the front panel of the radio. The microphone can be also hung up thanks to its holder supplied in the packa- Microphone connector External speaker Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 10: Controls And Display Description

    Controls and display description Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 11 10. A/B –SQ: shortly press to switch from the main display to the secondary one. SQ: push F and then A/B to change the squelch level. VOL: volume knob. Rotate the knob to select the desired volume level. 12. MIC: microphone connector. Plug-in the microphone into this jack. Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 12: Display

    Selective call with DTMF code activated Frequency mode Memory channel Talk Around function activated Offset activated with positive direction Activated CTCSS tones in rx Activated CTCSS tones in tx The icon indicates the display you are operating on Keypad lock activated Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 13: Rear Panel

    Numeric keypad: edit the desired frequency, channel number or the DTMF code UP/DOWN: push to increase/decrease the volume or to look through the settings A/B-BAND: press to switch from the main display to the secondary one Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 14: Main Operations

    Selecting the VHF or UHF band In frequency mode it is possible to choose the operating band. Keep pressed the A/B button to switch from VHF to UHF band and viceversa. 10 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 15: Switching From Frequency To Channel Mode

    - 50 kHz. To set the desired frequency step press FUN + [2]. Select the step by turning the main knob or the UP/DOWN controls. To confirm push PTT or wait for 5 seconds. Midland CT2000 instruction guide | 11...
  • Page 16: Receiving

    “H” (high), “M” (middle) e“L” (low). The output power can be selected also with the microphone: press FUN fol- lowed by [8]. Note: you can set different output powers for the two bands A and B. 12 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 17: Menu Settings

    Key fun A/B Radio Setting SQL Level Instr Screen Signal Select Scan mode TX Channel Sql model Display Mode TX inh Power level Repeater Tone Reset Bandwith Password lock Sub ring Radio Info CTC/DCS Back light Midland CT2000 instruction guide | 13...
  • Page 18: List Of The Menu Functions

    Auto Power off 10 Setting the automatic power off OFF, 30, 60, 120 Minutes DTMF Send Time Time for sending DTMF codes 50,100,200,300,500 ms SQL Level Squelch level OFF, LEV 1, … , LEV 9 14 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 19 28 Reset Factory, Setup Sub ring 29 Rx beep sound in the sub-VFO OFF, ON * the option list may vary in case some DTMF settings have been modified with the op- tional programming kit. Midland CT2000 instruction guide | 15...
  • Page 20: Operating With Repeaters And Setting Of Ctcss Or Dcs Tones

    • Set the desired sub-audio CTCSS tone or DCS code with the knob or with UP/DOWN control of the mike • Confirm your selection by pushing PTT on the mike • Press FUN to exit the menu and return to standby condition. 16 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 21: Quick Setting Of Ctcss And Dcs Tones

    • To activate the inversion press FUN followed by [#]. • The icons + or – start blinking on the display. • When this function is activated, the frequency offset will be disabled and the radio will receive on the same tx frequency. Midland CT2000 instruction guide | 17...
  • Page 22: Talk Around" Function

    • Now you can communicate with the other users without using a repeater. • When the Talk Around function is activated, the frequency offset will be disabled and the radio will transmit on the rx frequency. 18 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 23: Memory Channels

    Memory channels CT2000 allows you to store up to 203 channels. The channels let you store the frequency and data. So that you don’t have to re-program the same data repeatedly and you can immediately tune on the desired channels.
  • Page 24: Deleting A Channel

    • Press FUN + V/M: the channel will be cancelled. Scan function CT2000 has 3 types of scanning: • TO- Time-Operated scan: everytime a signal is detected, the radio will stop scanning for a few seconds, then it will start scanning again on the other frequencies even though the signal is still present.
  • Page 25: Setting Ctcss Or Dcs Tones

    DCS. DCS indicates that a DCS code in tx and rx is activated. To change a DCS code press F and then [3]. Select the new code with UP/ DOWN on the microphone. Midland CT2000 instruction guide | 21...
  • Page 26: Ctcss Tones Chart

    110,9 159,8 192,8 250,3 79,7 114,8 162,2 196,6 254,1 82,5 118,8 165,5 199,5 85,4 123,0 169,9 203,5 88,5 127,3 171,3 206,5 91,5 131,8 173,8 210,7 DCS codes chart DCS codes – Normal and Inverted 22 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 27: Dtmf Functions

    • 16 2-tone DTMF codes, • 16 5-tone DTMF codes. CT2000 is supplied by default with 3 customised DTMF codes: 1 code with 2 tones and 3 codes with 5 tones. The DTMF code memories can be changed by means of the optional program- ming software.
  • Page 28: Selective Calls With Dtmf Codes

    Note: the default delay time is 100 ms. Selective calls with DTMF codes CT2000 can answer selective calls and open the squelch only in case you re- ceived a call with your DTMF code (DTMF ID or 5 Tone ID).
  • Page 29: Other Functions

    The time out timer (TOT) automatically switches the radio in reception if you talk for too long, after a pre-set time that can change from 1 minute up to 30 min. Before stopping the transmission, CT2000 emits an acoustic alarm to warn you. We suggest you keeping this function enabled.
  • Page 30: Squelch Opening

    Squelch opening CT2000 automatically sets the squelch opening rules, that ensure a proper working of the radio. If you want to modify the squelch opening rules, follow this procedure: • Enter the radio menu and follow these steps: MENUUtilitiesRadio SettingSql Model •...
  • Page 31: Secondary Display

    Secondary display In CT2000 it is possible to use also the secondary display “VFO B” (upper part) for some functions: • To display the frequency of the secondary VFO; • To display the voltage • You can disregard the secondary display and use only the main one.
  • Page 32: Welcome Message

    Welcome message It is possible to customise what CT2000 displays when you turn it on. • Access the menu and follow this path: MENUUtilitiesRadio SettingInstr Screen • You can choose amongst the following options: OFF: no welcome message; Char String: welcome sentence split in two lines;...
  • Page 33: Acoustic Sound For The Secondary Frequency

    VFO A to VFO B. Acoustic sound for the secondary frequency If CT2000 is receiving a signal on the secondary frequency (sub-vfo) you will be warned by an acoustic sound. The main frequency (or channel) on which you are operating is indicated by AN arrow in the display.
  • Page 34: Troubleshooting

    The keypad does not work The keypad lock is activated While you are communica- Change the CTCSS tone or DCS code of your ting with your group, you group receive interferences from other groups 30 | Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    ≤ ±5KHz Spurious emissions < -13dBm Frequency stability ±1.0 ppm Rx sensitivity @12dB SINAD < 0.3uV Output power ≥ 3W Dimensions 115x43x125 (LxAxP) Weight (mike included) 858g Specifications are subject to change without notice. Midland CT2000 instruction guide | 31...
  • Page 36 Alle Artikel, die auf der Verpackung oder der Gebrauchanweisung dieses Symbol tragen, dürfen nicht in den normalen Mülltonnen entsorgt werden, sondern müssen an gesonderten Sammelstellen abgegeben werden. Dort wer- den die Materialien entsprechend ihrer Eigenschaften getrennt und, um einen Beitrag zum Umweltschutz zu liefern, wiederverwertet. Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 37 συσκευασία ή το εγχειρίδιο χρήσης τους, δεν πρέπει να εναποθέτονται στους κοινούς κάδους απορριμάτων αλλά να προσκομίζονται στα ειδικά κέντρα αποκομιδής. Εκεί, τα διάφορα υλικά θα πρέπει να διαχωρίζονται ανάλογα με τα χαρακτηριστικά και τα ανακυκλούμενα υκλικά, συμμετέχοντας έτσι ουσιαστικά στην προστασία του περιβάλλοντος. Midland CT2000 instruction guide...
  • Page 38 Vor Benutzung Bedienungsanleitung beachten. Importado por: MIDLAND IBERIA, SA C/Cobalt, 48 - 08940 Cornellà De Llobregat (Barcelona - España) - www.midland.es El uso de este equipo puede estar sujeto a la obtención de la correspondiente autorización administrativa. Antes de utilizar, lea atentamente el manual de uso.

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