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    							GXT500/550/565 Series 
        GMRS/FRS Radio
    X-TRA TALK
    ®
    OWNERS MANUAL
    www.midlandradio.com 
    						
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    TABLE OF CONTENTS2
    Introduction3
    Important Notice, FCC Licensing4
    LCD Display5
    Controls5
    Battery Installation6
    Installing the Belt Clip6
    Charging the Optional Battery Pack7
    Low Battery Level Indicator7
    Operating Your  Radio8 - 13
    External Speaker/Microphone Jack14
    Troubleshooting Guide15
    Use and Care15
    Specifications and Frequency Charts16
    Warranty Information17
    MIDLAND Family Products18
    Accessories18
    Accessories Order Form19 
    						
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    Welcome to the world of Midland electronics
    Congratulations on your purchase of a high quality MIDLAND product.
    Your 2-way radio represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech
    engineering. Designed for GMRS (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 two-way radio is designed for reliable and
    trouble-free performance for years to come.
    Features
    - 22 GMRS/FRS Channel 
    - 38 Privacy Codes
    - eVOX
    - Selectable CALL Tone
    - Weather (WX) Band Receiver  
    - VIBRATE ALERT
    - SCAN Function
    - MONITOR Function
    - Roger Beep Tone
    - Silent Operation
    - Key Pad Lock
    - Power High / Power Low Settings
    - Speaker / Microphone Jacks
    - Battery Low Indicator
    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 that may cause
    undesired operation.
    To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for body-worn
    operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure
    guidelines when used with Midland Radio Corp. accessories  supplied or
    designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure
    compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. (Tested with Headset Model:
    AVP-1)
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    IMPORTANT NOTICE, FCC LICENSE REQUIRED FOR GMRS OPERATION
    The GXT500/550/565 Series operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio
    Service) frequencies which require an FCC (Federal Communications
    Commission) license. You must be licensed prior to operating on channels 1 - 7
    or 15 - 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of the GXT500/550/565 Series.
    Serious penalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation
    of FCC rules, as stipulated in the Communications Acts Sections 501 and 502
    (amended).
    You will be issued a call sign by the FCC which should be used for station
    identification when operating the radio on GMRS channels. You should also
    cooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channel
    interference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their
    transmission time.
    To obtain a license or ask questions about the license application, contact the
    FCC at 1-888-CALL FCC or go to  the FCCs website:
    www
    .fcc.gov/services/personal/generalmobile/licensing.html
    Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy
    Your Midland radio is designed to comply with the following national and 
    international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human being to radio
    frequency electromagnetic energy:
    - United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal 
    Regulations: 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J
    - American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical & 
    Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
    - Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineer (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition
    - National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the 
    United States, Report 86, 1986
    - International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 
    1998
    To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population or
    uncontrolled environment exposure limits, transmit no more than 50% of the time.
    The radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting.
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    IMPORTANT:Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by
    MIDLAND RADIO CORP. could void your 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 exceed those limita-
    tions. Any adjustment to your radio must be made by qualified technicians. 
    						
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    CONTROLS
    LCD DISPLAY1. LOW BATTERY ICON– Indicates the
    battery level is low.
    2. TRANSMIT (TX) ICON– Indicates
    radio is transmitting a signal. 
    3. eVOX– Indicates when eVOX mode is
    active.
    4. CHANNEL NUMBER– Changes from
    1~22 on GMRS/FRS band (1~10 on
    WX band).
    5. RECEIVE (RX) ICON– Indicates radio
    is receiving a transmission.
    6. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY
    LOCK mode is on.
    7. WX BAND ICON– Indicates when the
    radio is in Weather Band mode  
    8. VIBRATE-ALERT ICON– Indicates
    when the Vibrate-Alert feature is on 
    9. PRIVACY CODE– Indicates Privacy
    Code selected by user (oF~38) .
    10. TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL ICON–
    Indicates TX Power setting (H/M/L) 
    11. POWER/VOLUME KNOB– Turn clock-
    wise to turn the power on and increase
    the volume level. Turn counter-clockwise
    to decrease the volume level and turn
    the power off.
    12. PTT Button– Press and hold to transmit
    voice communication. 
    13. CALL/LOCK Button– Press to send a
    CALL tone signal. Press and hold to turn
    KEY LOCK on/off.
    14. MIC– Built-in microphone.
    15. SPEAKER– Built-in speaker.
    16. ANTENNA.
    17. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC JACK.
    18. MENU Button– Press to access Menu
    mode. Press and hold to go to WX Band
    Receiver mode.
    19. MONITOR/SCAN Button– Press to
    enter SCAN mode. Press and hold to
    enter MONITOR mode
    20. UP and DOWN      Button– Make
    adjustments in MENU mode.
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    BATTERY INSTALLATION
    Your GXT500/550/565 Series radio operates with either 4 AA alkaline
    batteries or an optional NiMH battery pack. The belt clip should be
    removed (see below) to ease installation or removal of the batteries. 
    To install the batteries:
    1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip (see 
    diagram below) for easy access, then remove the Battery Cover 
    by pressing down on the top center and sliding it down from the 
    radio.
    2. Insert  4 AA batteries observing the polarity as shown. Installing 
    the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating or 
    may damage the unit.
    3. Return the Battery Cover by sliding it up on the radio. Replace the
    belt clip, making sure it locks into place.
    BATTERY
    COMPARTMENT
    BATTERY
    COMPARTMENT
    COVER
    One Battery inserted 
     in this slot
    Press here and 
    push down to open
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    INSTALLING THE  BELT  CLIP
    To install the BELT CLIP, slide the clip down into the slot on the back
    of the radio until the BELT CLIP LATCHclicks. To remove the BELT
    CLIP, press the LOCK TABdown , then gently pull the belt clip up
    toward the top of the radio.
    BELT CLIP
    LOCK TAB
    BELT CLIP 
    LATCH 
    						
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    CHARGING THE OPTIONAL BATTERY PACK
    Your GXT500/550/565 Series is equipped for using an optional
    rechargeable NiMH battery pack (not included) which can be
    recharged using a desktop charger (not included). Initial charge time
    is 24 hours with a charge time of 12 hours thereafter. For maximum
    battery life, we recommend charging the   battery pack when the low
    battery icon comes on. Remove the radios from the charger when the
    charge time expires.
    To charge using a Desktop Charger:
    1. Place the rechargeable battery packs in the radios.
    2. Connect the AC adapter into an AC wall outlet.
    3. Insert the AC adapter plug (or DC Cigarette Lighter adapter if    
    charging in vehicle) into the desktop charger jack.
    4. Place the units into the desktop charger slot and note that the LED
    indicator with REDcolor will light up, indicating charging function. 
    In order to ensure that the battery pack is fully charged, it is  
    recommended that the battery pack be charged for at least 12 
    hours.
    1. Only use our NiMH battery pack.
    2. Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any batteries 
    or battery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. 
    This may cause leakage and damage to the radio.
    3. For long term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF and 
    remove the batteries from the radio.
    LOW BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR
    Your GXT500/550/565 Series has a LOW BATTERY ICON
    which will only appear on the LCD display if the battery voltage level
    is low. At this point, the battery needs to be charged for at least
    12hrs.
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    							POWER ON/OFF AND VOLUME 
    Rotate the POWER/VOLUMEknob  clockwise to turn the radio on and
    increase the volume level. Rotate the control counter-clockwise to
    reduce the volume level and to turn the radio off. During Power On,
    the radio will beep 3 times with different tones, the LCD will display a
    “self-test” message for 1 second and the LCD display will indicate the
    last channel selected.
    TRANSMITTING AND  RECEIVING A  CALL 
    To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same
    channel and Privacy Code.
    1. For maximum clarity, hold the radio 2 to 3 inches from your mouth.
    2. Press and hold the PTTbutton and speak in a normal voice 
    into the microphone. The TXicon will appear continuously 
    on the LCD Display while transmitting.
    3. To receive a call, release the PTTbutton. The RXicon will 
    appear on the display when your radio is receiving a transmission.
    ABOUT RANGE
    Your GXT Series radios are designed to give you maximum range
    under optimum conditions.
    Optimum Conditions are:  
    lOver water
    lOpen rural areas without obstructions
    lFlat areas where you can see the other person
    To ensure you get maximum range:
    lBe sure to use fresh or fully charged batteries - low batteries will 
    cause low power conditions
    lBe sure you are on a GMRS channel - FRS channels are         
    restricted by the FCC to low power
    lBe sure to set your radio to use Hi power.
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    OPERATING YOUR  RADIO
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    MONITOR 
    Pressing and  holding  the MONITORbutton  for 1 second will let you
    hear noise so you can adjust the volume level of the radio when not
    receiving a signal. This should be used to check activity on your
    current channel before transmitting. 
    Press and hold  the MONITORbutton  for 1 second again to get out
    of  MONITOR mode.
    SCAN 
    Your GXT500/550/565 Series can scan all 22 channels for activity. To
    enter, quickly press the SCANbutton. Repeat the same procedure to
    exit. Your radio will rapidly scan each of the 22 channels and stop on
    any active channel for 5 seconds before resuming scan.
    When you press the PTTbutton to transmit on an active  channel, the
    scanning function will stop and remain on the active channel. To
    resume scanning, quickly press the SCANbutton.
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    MENUChanneleVOX
    1~22oF/1/2
    Privacy
    oF~38
    Roger Beep
    On/Off
    Power
    H/M/L
    Call Tone
    1~5
    Vibrate
    On/Off
    WX Channel
    1~10
    Press &
    hold Menu
    button
    Silent Operation
    On/Off 
    						
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    Your GXT500/550/565 Series can transmit a call tone for a fixed
    length of time. To send a call tone, press the CALLbutton.  The TX
    icon will appear while transmitting a call tone and a tone can be heard
    on the speaker for confirmation. 
    KEYPAD LOCK 
    To avoid accidentally changing the radio setting, press the LOCK
    button for 4 seconds. The KEY LOCKicon will appear on the display.
    PTTand CALLwill still be active. Repeat the same procedure to
    unlock the keypad.                                                                           
    DISPLAY ILLUMINATION 
    During Power on, the display illumination will activate for approx. 7
    seconds. The display illumination can also be activated when the
    MENUbutton is pressed.
    CHANNEL SELECTION (GMRS/FRS BAND)
    Press the MENUbutton once, and then the        buttons to select one
    of the 22 GMRS/FRS channels. To confirm the selection, press the
    PTTbutton or press the MENUbutton again to move to the next
    feature setting.
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