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  • Page 21 **When using an accessory, radio no longer meets JIS4 (waterproof) specifications. 1000 FCC license required. Features and specifications subject to change without notice. © Midland Radio Corporation. 5900 Parretta Drive, Kansas City, MO 64120 Ph: (816) 241-8500 Fax: (816) 241-5713 12/13...
  • Page 22 MXT115 Owner’s Manual MXT115 MXT115...

  • Page 23: Table Of Contents

    Model MXT115 Table of Contents..............WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF MIDLAND RADIO............FEATURES........................FCC NOTICE........................Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy................INSTALLING YOUR RADIO..................... Preparation for Installation..................Installing the Mounting Bracket................Installing the Antenna..................... Electrical and Rear Panel Connections..............Connecting the Microphone...................

  • Page 24: Welcome To The World Of Midland Radio

    LIMITED WARRANTY (United States and Canada)............ WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF MIDLAND RADIO Congratulations on your purchase of a high quality MIDLAND product.Your MXT115 2-way radio represents state-of-the-art high tech engineering. Designed for General Mobile radio Service (GMRS) operation, this compact package is big on performance.

  • Page 25: Fcc Notice

    FCC at 1-888-CALL FCC or go to the FCC’s website: http:// www.fcc.gov and request form 605. Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy Your Midland radio is designed to comply with the following national and international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy.

  • Page 26: Installing Your Radio

    Model MXT115 INSTALLING YOUR RADIO Preparation for Installation This radio may be installed in any 12-volt negative ground system vehicle. Most current U.S. and Foreign vehicles use a negative ground system, but some older models and some newer large trucks may have a positive installation.

  • Page 27: Installing The Mounting Bracket

    Model MXT115 Installing the Mounting Bracket 1. Using the mounting bracket as a template, mark the location of each screw hole under the dash. Use a nail or other sharp pointed object to mark the hole locations. 2. Attach the bracket to the dash with the Phillips head sheet metal screws provided.

  • Page 28: Installing The Antenna

    Model MXT115 Installing the Antenna The MXT115 includes a “magnetic mount” antenna, intended to be requirements vary between vehicles. Use the following guidelines to install the antenna. Some general rules for antenna location that can aid radio performance. Avoid these locations. 2.

  • Page 29: Electrical And Rear Panel Connections

    Model MXT115 Electrical and Rear Panel Connections Refer to Rear Panel Connections for rear panel connector locations. NOTE: Radio antenna is installed separately. 1. The power cord supplied with the MXT115 is equipped with a cigarette lighter adapter for easy installation. Simply plug the connector into the vehicle’s cigarette lighter.

  • Page 30: Using An External Speaker

    Model MXT115 Using an External Speaker The MXT115 provides a rear-panel jack for connection of an optional external speaker (purchased separately). When selecting an external speaker, ensure the speaker has 8-ohm impedance and is rated for 4.0 watts. NOTE: When an external speaker is connected, the radio’s internal speaker is automatically disabled.

  • Page 31: Microphone Controls

    Model MXT115 Microphone Controls 1. Channel Up 2. Channel Down Rear Panel Connections EXT SP 1. ANT Jack - SO-239 UHF connector for external antenna (included) 2. EXT SPKR Jack - 3.5mm Audio connector for optional external speaker (purchased separately) (see Using an External Speaker for 3.

  • Page 32: Lcd Display

    Model MXT115 LCD Display 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 NOAA Weather Band Icon - Indicates when the radio is in the Weather Band mode DCS Icon - Indicates a Digitally Coded Squelch Privacy Code has...

  • Page 33: Operating Your Radio

    Model MXT115 OPERATING YOUR RADIO About Range Your MXT115 is designed to give you maximum operating range under optimum conditions. Maximum Range / No Sight Obstruction Medium Range / Partial Obstruction to Line of Sight Short Range / Major Obstruction to Line of Sight Optimum conditions for maximum operating range are: Over water In open rural areas without obstructions...

  • Page 34: Selecting The Active Channel

    Model MXT115 the radio is on. The LCD display will show all icons for one second and then display the most recently selected channel. 2. With the radio on, turn the knob counter clockwise. Selecting the Active Channel IMPORTANT! To communicate between two radios, both radios must be set to the same channel (see Selecting a Privacy Code) selections.

  • Page 35: Utility Functions

    Model MXT115 To transmit and receive a call: Be sure the radio is turned on (see 2. To transmit a call, press and hold the PTT button on the microphone, and speak into the microphone in a normal voice. NOTE: For maximum clarity, hold the microphone 2 to 3 inches from your mouth when speaking.

  • Page 36: Using Monitor Mode

    Model MXT115 To “lock” and “unlock” the keypad: 1. Be sure the radio is turned on (see 2. Press and hold the Call/Lock button for three seconds. The Keypad Lock icon will show on the LCD display when the keypad is “locked.” 3.

  • Page 37: Scanning For Active Channels

    Model MXT115 Scanning for Active Channels Your MXT115 includes an “auto-scan” mode that continuously scans all 15 available channels for activity. To enter and exit “auto-scan” mode: 1. Be sure the radio is turned on (see 2. Press and release the Monitor/Scan button to enter “auto-scan”...

  • Page 38: To Manually Set The Weather Channel

    Model MXT115 2. The radio will then scan all 10 weather channels and will lock on to the strongest weather channel in your area (the active channel and Weather 3. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down on the microphone to force the radio to re-scan the weather channels Pressing the Monitor/Scan button takes the radio out of...

  • Page 39: Menu Mode Functions

    Model MXT115 MENU MODE FUNCTIONS The “Menu” mode provides access to the features and functions shown in the chart below. For additional utility functions, see UTILITY FUNCTIONS. MXT115 “Menu” Mode Quick Reference Chart MENU Hi/Lo 01 05 01~08 ON-OFF ON-OFF ON-OFF Pt - Privacy Tones - Use this option to set the privacy code.
  • Page 40 Model MXT115 When a transmission with the correct tone is received, the mute is removed and the voice audio can be heard. When the transmission ends the channel is muted again. Transmissions that do not have the correct tone are not heard. The MXT115 has 142 Privacy Codes (38 CTCSS codes and 104 DCS codes), which can be applied to any channel.

  • Page 41: Selecting The Transmit (Tx) Power Level

    Model MXT115 6. When the desired Privacy Code is shown on the LCD display, press the YOU MUST PRESS THE Monitor/Scan BUTTON TO CONFIRM YOUR SELECTION OR THE PRIVACY CODE WILL NOT BE CHANGED NOTE: If you select a CTCSS Privacy Code, any pre-selected DCS Privacy Code will be cancelled, and vice-versa.

  • Page 42: Roger Beep

    Model MXT115 To adjust the Squelch Sensitivity: 1. Press the Menu button to place the radio in “Menu” mode. 2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to scroll through the menu options until the LCD display shows Sq. 3.

  • Page 43: Call Alert Tone

    Model MXT115 Call Alert Tone Your MXT115 has 5 selectable Call Alert Tones Selecting a Call Alert Tone: 1. Press and release the Menu button to place the radio in “Menu” mode. 2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down button to scroll through the menu options until the LCD display shows CA.

  • Page 44: Repeater Channels

    Model MXT115 Repeater Channels Your MXT115 has the ability to access repeater channels. The use of a re- to using a repeater you must coordinate with the owner of the repeater to gain permission to use the repeater. Be sure to understand and follow the sharing and usage rules for each repeater system.

  • Page 45: Restoring The Default Settings

    Model MXT115 5.When the desired color has been selected, press the Monitor/Scan YOU MUST PRESS THE MONITOR/ SCAN BUTTON TO CONFIRM YOUR SELECTION OR THE BACKGROUND COLOR WILL NOT BE CHANGED RESTORING THE DEFAULT SETTINGS You can restore the original (factory default) settings for your MXT115 at any time.

  • Page 46: Care And Maintenance

    Model MXT115 CARE AND MAINTENANCE CAUTION: DO NOT use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio. DO NOT immerse the radio in water. 1. Use a soft cloth moistened with water to clean the radio. 2. Dry the radio with a dry lint-free cloth should it get wet. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE chart to correct common operation problems.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    Model MXT115 SPECIFICATIONS Channels: 15 GMRS Channels and 10 NOAA Weather Channels Privacy Codes: 38 CTCSS; 104 DCS Operating Frequency: UHF; 462.5500 ~ 462.725 MHz Repeater Frequency: UHF; 467.5500 ~ 467.725 MHz Power Source: 13.8 VDC Nominal GMRS Frequency Chart Ch.

  • Page 48: Ctcss Privacy Codes Frequency Chart

    Model MXT115 CTCSS Privacy Codes Frequency Chart Code Freq. Code Freq. Code Freq. Code Freq Code Freq 67.0 9 118.8 156.7 210.7 71.9 123.0 162.2 218.1 74.4 97.4 127.3 167.9 225.7 77.0 100.0 131.8 173.8 233.6 79.7 103.5 136.5 179.9 241.8 82.5 107.2...
  • Page 49 Model MXT115 2-Way Radios Weather Radios HD Wearable Video Cameras 2-Way Radios Emergency Crank Radios CB Radios Page 28 midlandusa.com...
  • Page 50 Model MXT115 ACCESSORIES Accessories can be purchased at midlandusa.com Page 29 midlandusa.com...

  • Page 51: Limited Warranty (United States And Canada)

    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.
  • Page 52 5900 Parretta Drive Kansas City, MO 64120 Call 816.241.8500 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 notice. MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION is not responsible for...
  • Page 53 Owner’s Manual Master Carton Weight (lbs): Gift Box Size (H x W x D): Gift Box Weight (lbs): © Midland Radio Corporation. 5900 Parretta Drive, Kansas City, MO 64120 Ph: (816) 241-8500 Fax: (816) 241-5713 FCC license required 10-16 midlandusa.com...
  • Page 54 Gift Box Size (H x W x D): 7.72 x 8.98 x 2.05 in. Gift Box Weight (lbs): 2.3 © Midland Radio Corporation. 5900 Parretta Drive, Kansas City, MO 64120 Ph: (816) 241-8500 Fax: (816) 241-5713 FCC license required 10-16 midlandusa.com...

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