Monitor; Scrambler; Keypad Lock; Menu Functions - Midland PRO5X Manual

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Monitor Mode
The Monitor feature is for excluding (opening) the Squelch, in order to listen to signals that
are very weak.
Press briefly the Function key 1 to enable this function.

Scrambler

The scrambler feature is designed to protect communications.
This feature prevents parties from other networks from hearing and understanding
voice communications.
This function can be activated only through the programming software PRG-10 (optional).
It is possible to set 11 different pre-set scrambler codes or to customize the scrambler
frequency. This can be done on every channel.

Keypad Lock

Long press the MENU key for 3 seconds and the
icon will appear on the display.
The controls/functions will be locked except the PTT, channel selection and power
on/off/volume.

Menu Functions

Below is a list of the default functions that you will find in the menu of this radio.
Press the MENU button and then turn the CH +/- knob to find the desired function. Press
ENTER to select the desired function, then turn the CH +/- knob to make your change.

DW (Dual Watch)

This function allows you to monitor 2 channels of your choice.
To enable the Dual Watch, follow these steps:
1. Rotate the CH +/- knob, select one of the two channels you want to monitor.
2. Press the MENU button, then DW will appear on the display.
3. Push ENTER.
4. Select the second channel you want to monitor through the CH +/- knob.
5. Confirm your selection by pushing ENTER.
6. The display will show alternately the two channels along with DW icon.
7. To stop the dual watch, press the BACK key.
SQ (Squelch)
The Squelch function suppresses noises on free channels and allows you to receive
weak signals.
The radio has 10 (0-9) different Squelch levels that can be set by programming software
or via the Menu:
0 means that the Squelch is turned off; from level 1 to level 9 you will have different levels
of noise reduction. The higher is the level, the louder the Squelch will be.
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