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Midland X-Talker T290 Series User Manual

Midland X-Talker T290 Series
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TWO-WAY RADIOS

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Midland X-Talker T290 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMidland
ModelX-Talker T290 Series
CategoryTwo-Way Radio
LanguageEnglish

Summary

FCC License and Safety

GMRS Operation License Requirement

Details the necessity of an FCC license for GMRS radio use in the US.

FCC Warning and Compliance Conditions

Explains the FCC's two conditions for device operation.

Radio Frequency Energy Exposure Guidelines

Information on national and international standards for RF energy exposure.

Body-Worn Operation Safety

Guidelines for safe body-worn use to comply with RF exposure limits.

Device Interface

LCD Display Explained

Detailed explanation of all icons visible on the radio's LCD screen.

Controls and Button Functions

Description of each control button and its function on the radio.

Battery and Charging Procedures

Battery Pack Installation

Step-by-step instructions for inserting the battery pack into the radio.

Belt Clip Installation and Removal

Guide on how to attach and detach the belt clip from the radio.

Charging the Rechargeable Battery

Procedure for charging the NiMH battery pack using the desktop charger.

Battery Level Indicator Interpretation

How to read the battery meter and understand low battery indicators.

Radio Operation

Powering On/Off and Volume Adjustment

Instructions for turning the radio on/off and controlling the volume.

Resetting Radio to Default Settings

Procedure to restore the radio to its original factory configuration.

Communication: Transmitting and Receiving

How to effectively transmit and receive voice communications.

Understanding Communication Range

Factors affecting radio transmission range and optimal conditions.

Quick Reference and Operation Modes

Summary of functions and how to use Monitor and Scan modes.

Call Alerts and Keypad Locking

How to use the call alert feature and activate the keypad lock function.

Channel and Privacy Code Configuration

Steps for selecting GMRS channels and setting privacy codes (CTCSS/DCS).

Transmit Power and VOX Settings

Adjusting transmit power levels and configuring VOX sensitivity.

Roger Beep Tone Setting

Enabling or disabling the confirmation tone at the end of transmissions.

Silent Operation and Vibrate Alerts

Modes to disable audible beeps and enable vibration alerts (T295).

NOAA Weather Radio and Scan Functionality

How to access and scan NOAA weather channels for broadcasts.

NOAA Weather Alert Configuration

Setting up automatic alerts for weather broadcasts from NOAA stations.

External Connections

External Speaker/Microphone Jack Usage

Information on connecting external audio accessories to the radio.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Common Radio Problems

Solutions for issues like no power, receiving problems, and display problems.

Radio Care and Long-Term Storage

Proper methods for cleaning, maintaining, and storing the radio.

Technical Specifications

General Product Specifications

Overview of channels, frequencies, and power source for the radio.

GMRS Channel Frequency Chart

Detailed breakdown of GMRS channels and their corresponding frequencies.

Midland Preset Channel Mappings

Correlation between Midland preset channels and GMRS channels/privacy codes.

NOAA Weather and Privacy Code Charts

Frequency charts for NOAA weather and listings for CTCSS/DCS privacy codes.

Warranty and Accessories

Limited Warranty Details

Information regarding the warranty coverage and service for the product.

Optional Accessories for Purchase

List and descriptions of available accessories for the radio.

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