Model MXT115 Table of Contents..............WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF MIDLAND RADIO............FEATURES........................FCC NOTICE........................Ex p osure To Radio Frequency Energy................INSTALLING YOUR RADIO..................... Preparation for Installation..................Installing the Mounting Brack e t................Installing the Antenna..................... Electrical and Rear Panel Connections..............
– USB-C Port IMPORTANT! MIDLAND RADIO CORPORATION could v o id y o ur right to operate this unit. Your radio is set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the law to alter or adjust the settings inside the COMMUNICATOR to ex c e ed those limitations.
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 ex p osure of human beings to radio frequency electromagnetic energy.
Model MXT115 INSTALLING YOUR RADIO Preparation for Installation This radio may be installed in any 12-v o lt negativ e ground sy s t em v e hicle. Most current U.S. and foreign v e hicles use a negativ e ground sy s t em, but some older models and some newer large truck s may hav e a positiv e installation.
Model MXT115 Installing the Mounting Bracket 1. Using the mounting brack e t 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 brack e t to the dash with the Phillips head sheet metal screws prov i ded.
Model MXT115 Installing the Antenna The MXT115 includes a “magnetic mount” antenna, intended to be requirements v a ry between v e hicles. Use the following guidelines to install the antenna. *Where you locate your antenna affects performance.* Some general rules for antenna location that can aid radio performance: Av o id these locations.
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 v e hicle’s cigarette lighter.
Model MXT115 Using an External Speaker The MXT115 prov i des a rear-panel jack for connection of an optional ex t ernal speak e r (purchased separately ) . When selecting an ex t ernal speak e r, ensure the speak e r has 8-ohm impedance and is rated for 4.0 watts.
Model MXT115 Microphone Controls 1. Channel Up 2. Channel Down 3. Automatic Noise Cancelling Rear Panel Connections EXT SP 1. ANT Jack - SO-239 UHF connector for ex t ernal antenna (included) 2. EXT SPKR Jack - 3.5mm Audio connector for optional ex t ernal speak e r (purchased separately ) (see Using an External Speaker for 3.
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/receiv e channel. Key Lock Icon - Indicates KEY LOCK mode is on. NOAA Weather Band Icon - Indicates when the radio is in the Weather Band mode.
Model MXT115 OPERATING YOUR RADIO About Range Your MXT115 is designed to giv e y o u max i mum 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 max i mum operating range are: Ov e r water...
Model MXT115 Power On/Off To turn the radio on and off: 1. With the radio off, turn the k n ob clock w ise. You will hear a tone when the radio is on. The LCD display will show all icons for one second and then display the most recently selected channel.
Model MXT115 To transmit and receive a call: Be sure the radio is turned on (see Power On/Off). 2. To transmit a call, press and hold the PTT button on the microphone, and speak into the microphone in a normal v o ice. NOTE: For maximum clarity, hold the microphone 2 to 3 inches from your mouth when speaking.
Model MXT115 To “lock” and “unlock” the keypad: 1. Be sure the radio is turned on (see Power On/Off) 2. Press and hold the Call/Lock button for three seconds. The Keypad Lock icon will show on the LCD display when the k e y p ad is “lock e d.”...
Model MXT115 Scanning for Active Channels Your MXT115 includes an “auto-scan” mode that continuously scans all 15 av a ilable channels for activ i ty. To enter and exit “auto-scan” mode: 1. Be sure the radio is turned on (see Power On/Off). 2.
Model MXT115 2. The radio will then scan all 10 weather channels and will lock on to the strongest weather channel in y o ur area (the activ e channel and weather 3. Use the Channel Up or Channel Down on the microphone to force the radio to re-scan the weather channels.
Model MXT115 MENU MODE FUNCTIONS The “Menu” mode prov i des access to the features and functions shown in the chart below. For additional utility functions, see UTILITY FUNCTIONS. MXT115 “ M enu” Mode Quick Reference Chart Standard Channel Menu Quick Reference Chart Repeater Channel Menu Quick Reference Chart Pt - Privacy Tones - Use this option to set the priv a cy code.
Model MXT115 Selecting a Privacy Code Continuous Tone Coded Squelch Sy s t em (CTCSS) and Digitally Coded Squelch (DCS) are sy s t ems that allow sev e ral users to share the same channel without disturbing each other. When CTCSS or DCS is enabled for a selected channel, the channel is muted to all incoming signals unless they carry the correct CTCSS or DCS tone.
Model MXT115 6. When the desired Priv a cy 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.
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.
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.
Model MXT115 Repeater Channels Your MXT115 has the ability to access repeater channels. The use of a Prior to using a repeater y o u 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 sy s t em.
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 y o ur MXT115 at any time.
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.
Model MXT115 LIMITED WARRANTY (United States and Canada) Subject to the ex c l usions 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 work m anship within One Year following the initial consumer purchase.
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