Midland T20 Series User Manual

T20 Series
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 beings 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 Engineers (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.
Body-Worn Operation
If you wear the radio on your body when transmitting always use Midland
supplied or approved belt clip, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Use
of any accessories not supplied or approved by Midland may exceed FCC/Health
Canada RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use any accessories supplied or
approved by Midland, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch
(2.5cm) from your body when transmitting.
LIMITED WARRANTY (United States and Canada)
Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its
option without charge, any Midland FRS transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or work-
manship within One Year following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not apply to
water damage, battery leak, abuse or misuse of unauthorized accessories, unauthorized service
or modification or altered products. Accessories have a 90 day warranty from date of purchase,
including any chargers, microphones, and cables. This warranty does not include the cost of labor
for removal or re-installation of the product in a vehicle or other mounting.
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, SHALL BE LIMITED AS SET FORTH
HEREIN AND TO THE DURATION OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY, OTHERWISE THE REPAIR OR RE-
PLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY
OF THE CONSUMER AND IS PROVIDED IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MIDLAND BE LIABLE, WHETHER IN CONTRACT OR TORT (INCLUDING BUT NOT
LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, BODILY INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND DEATH)
FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR ACCESSORY, OR FOR
ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF
REVENUE OR PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF INFORMATION OR DATA OR OTHER
FINANCIAL LOSS ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE ABILITY OR INABILITY TO USE
THE PRODUCTS OR ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL EXTENT THESE DAMAGES MAY BE DISCLAIMED
BY LAW.
For Product Purchased in the USA:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the warranted
product, prepaid freight, along with proof of purchase to:
Midland Radio Corporation
Warranty Service Department
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from
state to state.
Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United States of America
or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S.Military exchange.
For Product Purchased in Canada:
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the warranted
product, along with proof of purchase, to your place of purchase in Canada. This warranty gives
you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas within
Canada.
SPECIFICATIONS
Channels 22 FRS Channels +38 Privacy Codes
10 NOAA Weather (WX) Band Channels
Operating Frequency UHF 462.5500 ~ 467.7125 MHz
Power Source 4 AAA Alkaline batteries
CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq.
1
462.5625
2
462.5875
3
462.6125
11
467.6375
4
462.6375
12
467.6625
5
462.6625
13
467.6875
21
462.7000
6
462.6875
14
467.7125
22
462.7250
7
462.7125
15
462.5500
8
467.5625
16
462.5750
9
467.5875
10
467.6125
17
462.6000
18
462.6250
19
462.6500
20
462.6750
NOAA WEATHER (WX) RADIO FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)
CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq.
1
162.550
6
162.500
2
162.400
7
162.525
3
162.475
8
161.650
4
162.425
9
161.775
5
162.450
10
163.275
PRIVACY CODES FREQUENCY CHART (Hz)
Code Freq. Code Freq. Code Freq. Code Freq. Code Freq.
1 67.0 9 91.5 17 118.8 25 156.7 33 210.7
2 71.9 10 94.8 18 123.0 26 162.2 34 218.1
3 74.4 11 97.4 19 127.3 27 167.9 35 225.7
4 77.0 12 100.0 20 131.8 28 173.8 36 233.6
5 79.7 13 103.5 21 136.5 29 179.9 37 241.8
6 82.5 14 107.2 22 141.3 30 186.2 38 250.3
7 85.4 15 110.9 23 146.2 31 192.8
8 88.5 16 114.8 24 151.4 32 203.5
* Channels 8, 9 and 10 are designated Canadian Marine Frequencies
* Channels 8~14 are low-power FRS channels
FRS FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
No Power - Check battery installation and/or replace batteries.
Cannot Receive
Messages
- Confirm the radios have the same channel
settings.
- Make sure that you are within range of the other
transceivers.
- Buildings and other structures may interfere with
your communication.
Radio is not responding
to button presses
- Make sure key lock is not on
- Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off. Turn
the Radio on while pressing the PTT button.
Display is dim - Replace the batteries.
USE AND CARE
1. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio.
2. Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio.
3. Do not immerse the radio in water.
4. Dry the radio with a dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.
5. Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term
storage.
FEATURES
- 22 FRS Channels
- 38 Privacy Codes (CTCSS)
- VOX, Voice Activated Microphone
- Call Alert
- NOAA Weather Radio
- NOAA Weather Alert
- Scan Function
- Monitor Function
- Roger Beep Tone
- Silent Operation
- Key Pad Lock
- Battery Meter / Battery Low Indicator
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
limitations. Any adjustment to your radio must be made by qualified technicians.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
Your radio operates with 4 AAA alkaline batteries. 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) then remove the Battery Cover by pressing down on the top center
and sliding it down from the radio.
2. Insert 4 AAA 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.
BELT CLIP
LATCH
BELT CLIP
LOCK TAB
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
BATTERY
DOOR
Press here and
press down to open
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 LATCH clicks. To remove the BELT CLIP, pull the LOCK TAB
away from the radio, then gently pull the belt clip up toward the top of the radio.
IMPORTANT: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS
standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please
call first and speak with a service technician at 816-241-8500. Many
problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit
for service.
IMPORTANT: Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée
aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et
(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même
si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.
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Midland T20 Series Specifications

General

Brand	Midland
Model	T20 Series
Category	Two-Way Radio
Language	English