Midland G8 User Manual

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MIDLAND G8
USER'S MANUAL
Thanks for choosing Midland! The Midland G8 is a portable transceiver that is free use in almost all European
countries. For further information, we suggest you look at the "Restrictions on the use" chart.
Combing the latest technology in radio communication along with a sturdy mechanical frame, the Midland G8
makes the ideal and effective solution for the professionals who need to stay in touch with colleagues (construction
sites, buildings, hotels, trade fairs, shows) or with leisure users that just want to keep up with friends and family. Its
robust frame, ease of use and simple design mean that it is ideal for use in any activity.
Midland G8 is available in two versions:
Dual Band (PMR446/LPD)
E version (PMR446 only)
This manual is referred to both models and you will find highlighted the differences between the two versions.
Content
N° 1
Midland G8
N° 1 Single desktop charger
N° 1 Wall adaptor
N° 1 Battery pack
N° 1 Belt clip
Coverage/range
The maximum range depends on terrain condition and is obtained during use in an open space.
The only limitation to maximum possible range are environmental factors such as blockage caused by trees,
buildings, or other obstructions. Inside a car or a metallic constructions, the range can be reduced. Normally the
coverage in the city, with buildings or other obstructions is about 1 or 2 Km. In open space but with obstructions
like trees, leaves or houses the maximum possible range is about 4-6 Km. In open space, without obstructions
and in sight, like for example in mountain, the coverage can be more than 12 Km.
Batteries and battery compartment
The transceiver accepts the supplied rechargeable battery pack or 4AAA alkaline/ rechargeable batteries. To open
the battery compartment: with the back of the radio facing you, unhook the battery holder in the lower part of the
radio and gently slide the cover. Insert the battery observing the polarity and place the cover again.
Attention: the supplied battery pack must be recharged before the first use.
Warnings
BATTERIES
- Strictly follow all the warnings on the batteries stated at chapter "Battery recharge".
DO NOT OPEN THE RADIO FOR ANy REASON
experience and specialized equipment; for the same reason, the radio should under no circumstances be re-
aligned as it has already been calibrated for maximum performance. Unauthorized opening of the transceiver
will void the warranty.
Do not use detergents, alcohol, solvents, or abrasives to clean the equipment.
cloth. If the radio is very dirty, slightly dampen the cloth with a mixture of water and a neutral soap.
! The radio's precision mechanics and electronics require
Just use a soft, clean
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  • Page 1 MIDLAND G8 USER’S MANUAL Thanks for choosing Midland! The Midland G8 is a portable transceiver that is free use in almost all European countries. For further information, we suggest you look at the “Restrictions on the use” chart. Combing the latest technology in radio communication along with a sturdy mechanical frame, the Midland G8 makes the ideal and effective solution for the professionals who need to stay in touch with colleagues (construction sites, buildings, hotels, trade fairs, shows) or with leisure users that just want to keep up with friends and family.
  • Page 2 Emergency messages on the dedicated channel. Simply keep pressed the EMG button for 3 seconds and an emergency CALL will be sent to all the G8 within the range: they will be automatically tuned on the “EC” channel (Emergency Channel).
  • Page 3: Description Of The Controls And Functions

    DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROLS AND FUNCTIONS Display Your Midland G8 keeps you constantly updated about its operational status through a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). The symbols and their corresponding parameters that may appear, according to the operational status of the device, are described as follows:...
  • Page 4 Radio Refer to this picture to identify the various parts of the device: DCS CTC ROGER CALL MENU 15. Built-in speaker Here is where the speaker is housed. 16. MENU button Press this button to enter the radio’s MENU. 17. CALL/ button To send a CALL on the selected channel.
  • Page 5: Channel Selection

    Selecting the PMR466 or LDP band (only for the dual band version) Midland G8 (Dual band) is pre-set at factory on the PMR446 band. To switch to the LPD band, keep pressed the MENU button until the LPD shows channel ‘1’.
  • Page 6 When a signal is detected, the scanning pauses on that channel for 5 seconds. Press ▼ for 2 seconds: the scanning will start. To stop it, push PTT: the Midland G8 will go back to the channel from which the scanning originally started.
  • Page 7: Vibra-Call Function

    (on: enables, oF:disables); Push PTT [11] to confirm or wait for 5 seconds. CALL feature Midland G8 can send 5 different CALL tones. To send this audio signal to other users, press the CALL/ key. To select the CALL tones: Press MENU, until the display shows “CA”...
  • Page 8: Keypad Beep

    If you keep pressed the button, the communications automatically switch to the emergency channel (“EC” on the display). An audio signal will be sent and all the G8 operating within the range will automatically go to the Emergency channel (“EC”).
  • Page 9: Display Illumination

    Automatic Out-of-Range By setting this mode a pair of G8 is transmitting every 30 seconds a data control code. As soon as the contact between both units is getting lost and one radio doesn’t receive this data control code twice consecutively, the icon OUT starts flashing in the display and you will hear a beep tone.
  • Page 10 Do not throw batteries into fire or place them near heat as this may cause explosions or personal injuries. Dispose of the batteries according to the procedures set out by local regulations. Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types or batteries which have been used in different manners.

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