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Midland MB400 Programming Instructions Manual

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BUSINESS BAND TWO-WAY RADIO
PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS
MB400
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  • Page 1 BUSINESS BAND TWO-WAY RADIO PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS MB400 midlandusa.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Programming Instructions Introduction The MB400 comes with 16 of the most common frequencies and privacy codes pre-programmed in the radio. You can use the FREE programming software to select from a list of 99 other Business Band frequencies and 142 Privacy codes as well as other settings to customize your radio.

  • Page 3: Installing The Programming Software

    MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Installing the Programming Software 1. Go to https://midlandusa.com/biztalk-software-download/ and download the FREE MB400 programming software to a designated folder or your desktop. 2. Follow the on screen instructions to install the program. a. If asked, answer “Yes” to “Do you want to allow this app from an unknown publisher to make changes to your computer?”.
  • Page 4 MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS d. The program will ask if it is ok to install the programs icon on your desktop, click “NEXT” to accept and move to the next step. e. The program will confirm it is ready to install, click “Next” to proceed.

  • Page 5: Program A Mb400 Radio

    Program the MB400 Radio 1. Turn the MB400 radio off. 2. Connect the MB400 radio to your computer using the MPC400 programming cable. a. Remove the accessory jack cover from the radio. b. Connect the small jack on the programming cable to the small socket (microphone) on the radio.
  • Page 6 MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS 5. Check the COM (Communication) Port setting. a. Click on “Settings” b. Click on “COM Port” c. Make sure “COM Port 3” has been automatically selected, and close the window Your computer should have automatically recognized the radio on COM3 and will use it to transfer the programming data to the radio.
  • Page 7 MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS c. Set Busy Channel Lock i. The recommended (default) setting is “Off” so you do not block any transmissions from being received or transmitted on the programmed frequency. ii. Use “Carrier” to block all transmissions (send or receive) on the same frequency as the channel setting.
  • Page 8 MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS a. Use the drop down menu for each Soft Key and select the feature you want quick access to. The default values are; 9. Open the “Advanced” screen to program the advanced settings of the radio. a. Use the drop down menu for each setting and select the value that will give you the desired performance.
  • Page 9 12. Turn the radio off and disconnect the programming cable. 13. Turn the radio on, and test it with other radios to make sure it is working correctly. 14. Write the program to other MB400 radios, or save and close the program. midlandusa.com...

  • Page 10: Read A Programmed Mb400 Radio

    2. Click on the red “R” icon. 3. Click on “Start” to read the programming data from the radio. 4. The radio will return to its normal state after complete. You will hear “Midland Ready” with the channel number. 5. The programming data will be displayed on their respective program window.

  • Page 11: Reset A Mb400 Radio To Its Factory Default Settings

    4. Disconnect the radio and test it with other radios to make sure it is operating correctly. Cloning Radios The programed settings from a MB400 radio can be directly transferred to another MB400 radio bypassing the need to individually program radios. The MCC400 cloning cable is required and is listed in the back of this manual and available on our website at midlandusa.com...

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting, Tips And Tricks

    MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS Troubleshooting, Tips and Tricks Most problems can be resolved by following these simple steps. However, if you need additional help, call our Customer Service team at 816-241-8500, ext.259. Page 12 midlandusa.com...
  • Page 13 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.