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MB400
PROGRAMMING
INSTRUCTIONS
MIDLAND ON-SITE BUSINESS RADIO 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. The available frequencies and
codes are listed in your owner's manual.
You will need the MPC400 programming cable and programming software. The MPC400 programming cable is
available at https://midlandusa.com/product/biztalk-mpc400-usb-programming-cable/ and a FREE programing
software is available at https://midlandusa.com/biztalk-mb400-business-radio-software-download/.
If at any time during programming you are unsure of what value to use for a setting, use the
default value. You can return the radio to all of its default values by using the "Default Setting"
command under Settings.
QUICK LINKS
Minimum Operating System Requirements
Installing the Programming Software
Program a MB400 Radio
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Read a Programmed MB400 Radio
Program Using a Saved File
Reset a MB400 Radio to its Factory Default Settings
Cloning Radios
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Troubleshooting, Tips and Tricks
MINIMUM OPERATING SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
1. Operating System: Windows XP or higher.
Note: The software will not run on Apple iOS.
2. Processor Speed: Pentium 4 or higher.
3. Available RAM: 256MB or higher.
4. Internal Storage Memory: 2MB.
5. USB Type A 2.0 port or higher.
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  • Page 1 MB400 PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS MIDLAND ON-SITE BUSINESS RADIO 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 2: Installing The Programming Software

    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. Welcome screen. Recommends you close other programs and then click “Next” to continue. b.
  • Page 3 d. The program will confirm it is ready to install. Click “Next” to proceed. e. The program will install. Click “Finish” to complete the installation. 3. Once installation is complete, a shortcut icon will appear on your desktop. midlandusa.com...
  • Page 4 Connect to a USB port on microphone your computer jack on the radio 3. Turn the radio on. a. You will hear “Midland Ready” with the channel number announcement. 4. Double click on the icon to open the MB400 programming software. midlandusa.com...
  • Page 5 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 6: Short Press

    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 7 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. If you are not sure what value to use, use the default value. Settings Advanced Default Value...
  • Page 8 Click on “Start” to send the programming data to the radio. c. The radio will return to its normal state after programming is complete. You will hear “Midland Ready” with the channel number. 12. Turn the radio off and disconnect the programming cable.
  • Page 9 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 when complete. You will hear “Midland Ready” with the channel number. 5. The programming data will be displayed on their respective program window.

  • Page 10: Cloning Radios

    RESET A RADIO TO ITS FACTORY DEFAULT SETTINGS 1. Follow steps 1 through 5 above to connect the radio to the computer and open the software. 2. Set all programming settings to their default values. a. Click on “Settings”. b. Click on “Default Settings”. This will automatically populate all settings with the default value. 3.

  • Page 11: Troubleshooting, Tips And Tricks

    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. SYMPTOM SOLUTION The programming data will not transfer to the - Make sure the programming cable is correctly installed between the radio and computer.
  • Page 12 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.

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