80-151/80-401 User manual 80-151 VHF Handheld Transceiver 80-401 UHF Handheld Transceiver User’s Manual Copyright © 2004 by Midland Radio Corporation; all rights reserved. PN: 80-151401 Page.
80-151/80-401 User manual FCC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR OCCUPATIONAL USE ONLY The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), within its action in General Docket 93-62, November 7, 1997, has adopted a safety standard for human exposure to Radio Frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC regulated equipment. Midland Radio Corporation subscribes to the same safety standard for the use of its products.
80-151/80-401 User manual In this book… FCC RF EXPOSURE COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR OCCUPATIONAL USE ONLY ............................. 2 INTRODUCTION ..................................................................................................................................................... 4 WARNING NOTES .................................................................................................................................................. 4 SAFETY......................................
80-151/80-401 User manual Introduction Congratulations. The Midland 80-151/80-401 is a Professional Radio. Its rugged design allows it to be your reliable partner during hard working days. The transceiver is designed to be easy to use, but is featured with advanced functions. We state the most important ones: • Easy to use – just only five commands to control all the transceiver’s functions. • Channel scanning – it allows to automatically search the radio signals on the programmed channels.
80-151/80-401 User manual • Respect the environment conditions. The radio is designed to be used in heavy environments, however avoid exposing it to extremely hot or cold temperature (outside the range of –22 to +156°F). Do not expose the transceiver to excessive vibrations as well as dusty or rainy conditions. • Never try to disassemble or service the radio by yourself (aside from the routine maintenance described in this handbook).
80-151/80-401 User manual Conventions and Symbols in this Book This symbol marks a ‘note’. Notes are hints or tips which offer additional information to help you. This symbol marks a ‘caution’. Cautions are special notices which you should read and follow carefully to avoid possible damage to your equipment and to avoid potential danger to yourself or other people. Key names will be highlighted in bold. Important sentences and words are highlighted in Italic. Page.
80-151/80-401 User manual Part Names and their functions The following parts description will familiarize you with the transceiver’s main parts and controls. Numbers in brackets refer to the illustration. Top 2 1 [1] Antenna connector. Attach the antenna to this connector (MX thread type). [2] Power ON/OFF knob. Rotate this knob to turn the transceiver on and off. [3] Channel selector knob. Rotate this knob to select the operating channel. 3 4 [4] Status LED.
0-151/80-401 User manual Side (left and right) 10 11 12 9 7 8 [7] Microphone connector. For remote speaker/microphone, headsets for VOX use and other accessories. It must be protected with the supplied cap when not in use. For the related pin connections please see “Microphone Connection”. [8] Battery pack. This NiMH battery pack supplies energy to your radio. [9] Release button (located on the battery’s body). Allows you to remove the battery pack [10] MON (monitor) button.
80-151/80-401 User manual Setup Unpacking The following items are in the package: (a) Transceiver’s main body (b) Rubber antenna (c) Battery pack NiMH 1,300 mAh (d) Slow-rate battery charger with AC adapter. (e) Belt clip (f) User’s guide (this book!) If something is missing please promptly advise your supplier. Page.
80-151/80-401 User manual Attaching/removing the antenna To attach the antenna: 1) Locate the antenna terminal (thread MX connector) on transceiver’s top. 2) Hold the transceiver with one hand and the base (the thicker part) of the antenna with the other one. 3) Attach the included rubber antenna to the antenna terminal by turning it clockwise until it is firmly seated. Do not overtighten. To remove the antenna do the same described procedure. At step 3 turn the antenna base counterclockwise.
80-151/80-401 User manual Installing/removing the belt clip The supplied belt clip allows you to hang the transceiver from your belt or jacket when you are not using the radio and you are just in stand-by condition (ready to receive calls). To fit the belt clip onto the battery pack’s body: 1 SLIDE DOWN 1) Gently slide the clip into the appropriate guides located in the transceiver’s back until it firmly locks.
80-151/80-401 User manual Basic Operations This section describes how the standard operations work. Standard operation can be changed by programming; moreover the functions the radio includes can be modified via an IBM compatible PC. For this reason the way your radio operates may be upgraded and may slightly differ from what is described here. IMPORTANT: Due to the full programmability of the radio, certain commands could be unavailable.
80-151/80-401 User manual code is received. In case of unmuted speaker, the message will be heard and the status LED will glow amber. • SELECTIVE CALL: It is a signaling system that uses audio tones in sequence (usually “5 tones” selective calls) to call a specific station or group(s). In this case you will only receive calls that have your selective call identification code (a number) or calls sent to the group you belong. For further details please refer to the chapter 6.
80-151/80-401 User manual Do not shout! It will not increase the distance, but rather will make you sound distorted. Do not release the PTT before your message is completed or start talking before pressing the PTT button. A handheld radio doesn’t normally allow you to talk and receive simultaneously, for this reason make your messages short. When you are talking the other parties can not, so do not occupy the channel too much. Use common sense.
80-151/80-401 User manual 6.2.c Sending an emergency selective call If your transceiver has been programmed to send an emergency selective call, you can send it by simultaneously pressing for a long time both the MON and FUNC buttons until you will hear a beep and the status LED will glow red, then release the buttons. The transceiver will send the emergency selective call. Please use the emergency selective call only if a real condition requires its use. Coordinate its use with your radio network manager.
80-151/80-401 User manual 2) Activate scanning as described above. The channel you selected is now your priority channel. If PTT is pressed during scanning, the radio will transmit on the last received channel if traffic is within the last 15 seconds. Otherwise the radio will transmit on the priority channel. In case of no activity, the Unit will automatically resume scanning.
80-151/80-401 User manual Care and Maintenance Battery Packs Information on rechargeable batteries • When the battery pack is new it will not provide 100% of its efficiency. To reach the full battery life you have to cycle the battery with at least 3-4 deep charging/discharging cycles. Please see “Proper charging of battery packs” for further details. • Should you properly use the battery pack, you will obtain at least 400 charging/discharging cycles with slow charger or 300 with the rapid charger.
80-151/80-401 User manual • When possible charge battery packs only when they are completely discharged. • Do not remove the battery from the charger before the necessary time to provide a full charge. • Provide at least two deep charge/discharge cycles per month. • The best way to avoid memory effect is to use two battery packs and alternate their use with the radio. This will allow you to keep your transceiver in operation by replacing the battery pack when it is fully discharged.
80-151/80-401 User manual Battery performance will be degraded when exposed to temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or greater than 35°C (95°F) during their use. Also do not charge them outside the range of +5°C (41°F) to +55°C (149°F). Radio maintenance Cleaning battery packs Wipe the battery contacts with a clean and lint free cloth to remove dirt, grease or any other material which may prevent a good electrical contact.
80-151/80-401 User manual Optional accessories These optional approved accessories can be used with your radio: • Spare battery pack (Model 18-B02). It extends the duty time and minimizes the possibility of memory effect (please see “Memory effect”). • Slow charger (Model 81-392). It recharges the battery packs in 10 to 12 hours • Rapid charger (Model 81-390). It recharges the battery packs in 2 hours and provides trickle charge when they have reached their full charge.
80-151/80-401 User manual Quick reference Operation resume Once you are familiar with your transceiver you will know that it’s very easy to use any one of its functions by doing the following: 1) Press and release the MON to enable/disable GROUP MODE (CTCSS or DCS). 2) Press and Hold MON button to enable/disable the squelch. 3) Press and hold the MON + FUNC keys while the switching ON radio to enter the SCAN. 4) Before entering the SCAN MODE, use the channel selector knob to select the priority channel.
80-151/80-401 User manual 11 Technical specifications 11.1 Test methods • TIA/EIA-603 Standards • MIL STD 810F which supersedes MIL STD 810 C/D/E 11.2 Specifications table Characteristic Units Value/Measurements conditions General Frequency MHz 80-151: from 148 to 174 80-401: from 440 to 470 Operating Band MHz 26 Number of – 16 Programmable Channels Channel Spacing kHz 12.5 / 20 / 25 Frequency Steps kHz 5 / 6.25 Rated Power Supply Vdc 7.
80-151/80-401 User manual SERVICE: If it ever becomes necessary to return your unit for warranty service: 1. Pack the unit in its original box and packing. 2. Pack the original box in a suitable shipping carton. Improper packing will result in damage during shipment. 3. Include a photocopy of the bill of sale showing the date of purchase. 4. Include a brief description of the problem you are having. 5. Include a DAYTIME telephone number. 6.
80-151/80-401 User manual LIMITED WARRANTY Midland Radio Corporation Inc. will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Midland handheld transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within ONE YEAR following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not include any carrying cases, earphones, or antennas, which may be a part of or included with the warranted product.
80-151/80-401 User manual Index A Adjusting Volume Antenna attaching/removing 11 9 B Battery charger rapid (optional) standard Battery packs Charging cleaning Erasing memory effect Information on rechargeable batteries Memory effect Proper changing Warnings for battery and chargers use Belt clip 18 10 10 17 16 15 15 15 16 10 C Care and Maintenance Channel selection Charger Cleaning the radio Connectors Conventions and Symbols 15 11 See Battery charger 17 17 5 H Handsfree transmission (VOX) 14 M Mem
80-151/80-401 User manual R Radio maintenance Rapid charger Reception 17 18 11, 12 S Safety Scanning channels Setup Attaching antenna Battery pack Belt clip Charging the battery pack Package contents Unpacking Switching the radio ON/OFF 3 13 9 9 10 10 8 8 11 T Transmission Transmission Power Transmission Power 12 12 12 V VOX 14 W Warning notes Warnings for battery and chargers use 3 16 Page.
