Owner’s Manual Model LXT 300/315 FRS/GMRS Radio Features: • • • • • • • • • • • • • http://www.midlandradio.
Index Introduction FCC Information Controls and Buttons LCD Belt Clip Installing Batteries Charging the Batteries Operation, Volume, Talking/ Listening and Monitor Call Alert, Scan and Keypad Lock User Interface Channel Selection, Keystroke Tone, and Roger Beep External Speaker/Microphone Jack Troubleshooting Technical Specification Channel Frequency Chart Accessories Accessories Order Form Warranty http://www.midlandradio.
Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Midland GMRS radio. Your LXT-300/315 represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech engineering. Designed for General Mobile Radio Service operation, this compact package is big in performance. It is a quality piece of electronic equipment, skillfully constructed with the finest components. The circuitry is all solid-state and mounted on a rugged printed circuit board. Your LXT-300/315 is designed for reliable and trouble- free performance.
FCC Information This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device does not cause harmful interference, and (2) this radio must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for bodyworn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Midland Radio Corp.
FCC Information Cont… Your LXT-300/315 operates on General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) Frequencies and is subject to the rules and regulations of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC requires that all operators using General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment for business, personal, or recreational use. A GMRS license held by an individual may be shared by immediate family members.
Controls and Buttons http://www.midlandradio.
Controls and Buttons Cont… Button Talk/Call Scan/Lock Volume Down Volume Up Menu/ Monitor Power on/off Ext.Speaker /Mic http://www.midlandradio.
LCD Display http://www.midlandradio.
Belt Clip To install the belt clip, slide the clip up into the slot on the back of the radio until the latching mechanism clicks. To remove the belt clip, pull the latching tab outward, then gently slide the belt clip down toward the bottom of the radio. http://www.midlandradio.
Installing Batteries Your LXT-300/315 radio operates with either four AAA alkaline batteries or a NiMH rechargeable battery pack. To install the batteries: 1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip by sliding it off of the unit. Then un-lock the locking-latch, and remove the battery cover. 2. Insert four AAA batteries or the battery pack, observing the polarity as shown. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the radio from operating and can damage the unit. 3.
Charging the batteries Your LXT-300/315 is equipped to allow using a rechargeable NiMH battery pack which can be recharged by the A/C desktop charger. Batteries must be charged when the low battery icon flashes on the display. Do not charge alkaline batteries of any kind in the radio. To charge through a desktop charger: (included in the LXT300VP3 and LXT315VP3 only) 1. Connect the AC adapter into an A/C wall outlet. 2. Insert the adapter jack into the desktop charger jack. 3.
Operation Power On/Off Press the “Power button” for more than 2 seconds to turn the radio on. Press “Power button” again for 2 seconds to turn the radio off. Volume Press the “Up” button to increase the volume, and press the “Down” button to decrease the volume during normal operation. Talking and Listening (Receiving) To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel. For maximum clarity, hold the radio two to three inches from your mouth.
Call Alert Your LXT-300/315 can transmit a call alert for a fixed length of time. To send a call alert, press the PTT button twice rapidly. The TX icon appears during the transmission of a call alert and the alert can be heard on the speaker for confirmation. To choose a call alert, press the menu button to scroll through to the call alert screen. Then using the “Up” or “Down” buttons, select one of the three alerts. To save your selection, press the PTT button.
to turn the radio off and on, TX/RX, and send a call tone when the radio is locked. To unlock, press the “SCAN button” for 2 seconds. User Interface To access the advanced features of your LXT-300/315 radio, it has the following menu functions: http://www.midlandradio.
Channel Selection Your LXT-300/315 has 22 channels available. To change channels: With the radio on, press “Menu button” until the current channel segment flashes. Use “Up” button or the “Down” button to change the channel. Press the PTT button to save the new channel. Keystroke Tone Whenever you press a button, a “Beep” tone may be heard when this function is selected. To enable the “Beep tone, press ”Menu” repeatedly until the “Beep tone Icon” appears on the display.
External Speaker / Microphone Jack Your LXT-300/315 can be used with an optional external speaker /microphone or headset. To use an optional speaker/microphone or headset: 1. Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks. 2. Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic into your desired position. http://www.midlandradio.
Troubleshooting Problem No Power Cannot Receive Messages Radio is not responding to button presses Solution Check battery installation and/or replace batteries Confirm the radios have the same channel settings. Make sure that you are within range of the other transceivers. Buildings and other obstructions may interfere with your communication. Make sure key lock is not on. Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then on.
Technical Specification Specification Channels : 22 channels Operating Frequency : UHF 462.5500 ~467.7125 MHz Power Source: four AAA alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH Batteries Power Output: 1 watt HI, 0.5W on Lo Current Drain Receive: 120mA max Transmit : 600mA max Standby: Average 20mA max Operation Time Talk Time : 1.75 hours (With 4 “AAA” Alkaline batteries) Receive Time : 9 hours Standby Time : 53 hours Combined(5-5-90 duty) Time : 22 hours http://www.midlandradio.
Channel Frequency Chart CH.No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq. 1 462.5625 12 467.6625 2 462.5875 13 467.6875 3 462.6125 14 467.7125 4 462.6375 15 462.5500 5 6 7 462.6625 462.6875 462.7125 16 17 18 462.5750 462.6000 462.6250 8 9 467.5625 467.5875 19 20 462.6500 462.6750 10 467.6125 21 462.7000 11 467.6375 22 462.7250 http://www.midlandradio.
Accessories – Accessories can be purchased at www.midlandradio.com or fill in the form on the following page and mail it to our address. AVP-H1-$49.99 Open face helmet Microphone kit AVP-H2-$49.99 Closed face helmet microphone kit AVP-H3-$39.99 Surveillance Headset AVP-H4-$39.99 Ear Wrap Headsets AVP-H5-$39.99 Behind the Head Headset AVP1-$19.99 Pair of Headsets http://www.midlandradio.
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Limited Warranty Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Midland FRS/GMRS transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within Three Years following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak or abuse.
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