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FCC ID: MMAT18

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T18/19 Series QUICK START GUIDE CALL ALERT NOAA WEATHER RADIO Your radio can transmit a call alert. To send a call alert, press the Your radio has a NOAA WEATHER RADIO function to enable the user to receive 1. Install 3 AAA Batteries UP/CALL button for 3 seconds. The TX icon will appear while transmitting a call weather reports from designated NOAA stations. To turn the NOAA WEATHER 2. To turn the radio on, press and hold the MENU/POWER alert and a tone can be heard on the speaker for confirmation. RADIO on, press and hold the DOWN/LOCK and the UP/CALL buttons for 3 Button for 3 seconds seconds while in FRS mode. The radio will go to the Weather Band mode. To set 3. To select a channel, press and release the MENU button KEYPAD LOCK the channel in Weather Mode, press the MENU button, the display will show the To avoid accidentally changing the radio setting, press the DOWN/LOCK button for current WX Band channel. While in WX Band mode press the UP/CALL or DOWN/ once, then press the 3 seconds. The icon will appear on the display. The TALK and CALL buttons will LOCK buttons to select one of the 10 NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND channels. UP/CALL or DOWN/LOCK buttons to select 1 of the 22 still be active. Repeat the same procedure to unlock the keypad. To confirm, press the TALK button or press the MENU button to move to the next FRS channels feature setting. To turn the NOAA WEATHER RADIO off, press the TALK button. * Press the TALK button to exit the MENU SCAN The current FRS radio setting will be displayed and the Weather icon will go off, Your radio can scan all 22 channels for activity. To enter scan mode press and unless alert is set. 4. Press and hold the TALK button to talk release the MONITOR/SCAN button. Repeat the same procedure to exit. Your ra- dio will rapidly scan each of the 22 channels and stop on any active channel for 6 NOAA WEATHER ALERT seconds before resuming scan. When you press the PTT button to transmit on an Your radio has a NOAA WEATHER ALERT function, to enable you to automati- active channel, the scanning function will stop and remain on the active channel. cally receive weather alerts from designated NOAA stations. To turn the NOAA LCD Display 1. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from 1~22 on FRS band (1~10 on Weather To resume scanning, press and release the MONITOR/SCAN button. * If the UP/CALL button or the DOWN/LOCK button are pressed while the radio WEATHER (WX) ALERT on while in Weather Radio mode, press the MENU button twice while in Weather Radio mode. The display shows “AL,” while on the right Band). is scanning, the scan direction will change to increasing or decreasing an “oF” icon appears blinking. Select “on” by pressing the UP/CALL or DOWN/ 3 4 5 2. TRANSMIT (TX) ICON – Indicates radio depending on which button was pressed. LOCK buttons. To confirm, press the TALK button or press MENU button. The is transmitting a signal. radio will return to Weather Radio mode and the icon will continue blinking. If the 3. BATTERY METER – Indicates the battery radio receives a WX ALERT signal from a designated NOAA station while in FRS level. T18/19 SERIES MENU Quick Reference Chart Radio mode, the radio will beep for 20 seconds while the display will automatically 4. NOAA WEATHER (WX) BAND ICON – switch to Weather Radio mode. To turn the NOAA WEATHER (WX) ALERT off, 6 Indicates when the radio is in Weather press the MENU button twice while in Weather Radio mode. The display shows 2 TX RX Band mode. “AL,” while on the right an “on” icon appears blinking. Select “oF” by pressing the MENU Channel Roger Beep Silent Operation UP/CALL or DOWN/LOCK buttons. To confirm, press the TALK button or press the 1 7 5. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY LOCK MENU button. mode is on. 6. RECEIVE (RX) ICON – Indicates radio is 1-22 receiving a transmission. BATTERY LEVEL INDICATOR 7. SCAN ICON - Indicates the radio is in Your radio has a BATTERY LEVEL METER that shows the battery power level. scan mode The greater the number of bars visible, the stronger the battery level. When the WX Channel WX Alert battery level is low, the Battery Shell icon will flash in the display indicating your 8. MIC – Built-in microphone. 8 15 9. MENU/Power Button – Press to enter batteries should be replaced. the Menu mode. Press and hold to turn o 3 Bars = Full Ba�ery the radio on/off. 10. TALK Button – Press and hold to transmit o 2 Bars = 2/3 Ba�ery voice communication. 9 MENU SCAN MON 14 11. DOWN/LOCK Button – Press to adjust CHANNEL SELECTION (FRS BAND) the volume, or to scroll through the menu. Press the MENU button once, and then press the UP/CALL or o 1 Bar = 1/3 Ba�ery 11 TALK CALL 13 Press and hold to lock the keypad DOWN/LOCK buttons to select one of the 22 FRS channels. To confirm the 12. SPEAKER – Built-in speaker. selection, press the TALK button or press the MENU button again to move to the 10 13. UP/CALL Button – Press to adjust the next feature setting. o No bar = ba�ery low volume, or to scroll through the menu. (Flashing) 12 Press and hold to send a call tone ROGER BEEP (end of transmission) TONE 14. MONITOR/SCAN Button – Press to When the PTT button is released, the radio will beep to confirm to other users that POWER ON/OFF AND VOLUME enter SCAN mode. Press and hold to your transmission has finished. To set the ROGER BEEP tone, press the MENU Press the POWER/MENU button for at least 3 seconds to turn the radio on/off. enter MONITOR mode. button until the display shows an “rb” icon. Select “on” or “oF” by pressing the UP/ During Power On, the radio will beep once, the LCD will display all icons for 1 15. ANTENNA CALL or DOWN/LOCK buttons. Push the TALK key to exit, or press the MENU second and then the LCD display will indicate the last channel selected. button to move to the next feature setting. To increase/decrease the volume level, press the up or down arrow buttons during RX or STANDBY mode ABOUT RANGE SILENT OPERATION Your radios are designed to give you maximum range under optimum Your radio has a SILENT OPERATION mode. In this mode, all “beeps” and “tones” RESTORING YOUR RADIO TO THE ORIGINAL SETTING conditions. are disabled. To set SILENT OPERATION, press the MENU button until the To reset your radio to the original (default) setting, turn on the radio while pressing display shows a “bP” icon. Select “on” or “oF” by pressing the UP/CALL or DOWN/ and holding the TALK button. The LCD display will reset to standby mode on chan- LOCK buttons. Push the TALK key to exit, or press the MENU button to move to nel 1 with no Privacy Code, VOX Off, Roger Beep On, and Key Beep On. the next feature setting. TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING A CALL To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel. 1. For maximum clarity, hold the radio at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your mouth. 2. Press and hold the TALK button and speak in a normal voice into the Optimum Conditions are: microphone. The TX icon will appear continuously on the LCD display while * Over water transmitting. * Open rural areas without obstructions 3. To receive a call, release the TALK button. The RX icon will appear on the * Flat areas where you can see the other person display when your radio is receiving a transmission. To ensure you get maximum range: * Be sure to use fresh batteries - low batteries will cause reduced range. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the MONITOR following two conditions: (1) this device does not cause harmful interference, and Pressing and holding the MONITOR/SCAN button for 3 seconds will let you hear (2) this radio must accept any interference that may cause undesired operation. noise so you can adjust the volume level of the radio when not receiving a signal. To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for body-worn This could also be used to check any activity on your current channel before operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines transmitting. Press and hold the MONITOR/SCAN button for 3 seconds again to when used with Midland Radio Corp. accessories supplied or designated for get out of MONITOR mode. this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.

T18/19 Series FEATURES LIMITED WARRANTY (United States and Canada) Subject to the exclusions set forth below, Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its - 22 FRS Channels option without charge, any Midland FRS transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or work- - Call Alert INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP manship within One Year following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not apply to - NOAA Weather Radio To install the BELT CLIP, slide the clip down into the slot on the back of the radio water damage, battery leak, abuse or misuse of unauthorized accessories, unauthorized service - NOAA Weather Alert until the BELT CLIP LATCH clicks. To remove the BELT CLIP, pull the LOCK TAB or modification or altered products. Accessories have a 90 day warranty from date of purchase, - Scan Function away from the radio, then gently pull the belt clip up toward the top of the radio. including any chargers, microphones, and cables. This warranty does not include the cost of labor - Monitor Function for removal or re-installation of the product in a vehicle or other mounting. - Roger Beep Tone - Silent Operation ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF - Key Pad Lock 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- - Battery Meter / Battery Low Indicator PLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY Exposure To Radio Frequency Energy TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE 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 Your Midland radio is designed to comply with the following national and LIMITED TO NEGLIGENCE, GROSS NEGLIGENCE, BODILY INJURY, PROPERTY DAMAGE AND DEATH) international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human beings to PROBLEM FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT OR ACCESSORY, OR FOR radio frequency electromagnetic energy: 1. NO POWER - Check battery installation and/or replace batteries ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, OR LOSS OF - United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal 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 Regulations: 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J PROBLEM THE PRODUCTS OR ACCESSORIES TO THE FULL EXTENT THESE DAMAGES MAY BE DISCLAIMED - American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical & Electronic CANNOT RECEIVE MESSAGES BY LAW. Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992 - Confirm the radios have the same channel settings ! - Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition - National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the - Make sure that you are withing range of the other radios - Buildings and other structures may interfere with your communicatoin For Product Purchased in the USA: Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the warranted United States, Report 86, 1986 product, prepaid freight, along with proof of purchase to: - International Commission on Non-lonizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998 PROBLEM To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population or RADIO IS NOT RESPONDING TO BUTTON PRESSES Midland Radio Corporation uncontrolled environment exposure limits, transmit no more than 50% of the time. -Make sure key lock is not on Warranty Service Department The radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when transmitting. -Radio may need to be reset. Turn radio off. Turn the radio on while pressing 5900 Parretta Drive the TALK button Kansas City, MO 64120 Body-Worn Operation If you wear the radio on your body when transmitting always use Midland PROBLEM This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from supplied or approved belt clip, holster, case, or body harness for this product. Use Display is dim - Replace the batteries. state to state. of any accessories not supplied or approved by Midland may exceed FCC/Health Note: The above warranty applies only to merchandise purchased in the United States of America Canada RF exposure guidelines. If you do not use any accessories supplied or or any of the territories or possessions thereof, or from a U.S.Military exchange. approved by Midland, ensure the radio and its antenna are at least 1 inch USE AND CARE For Product Purchased in Canada: (2.5cm) from your body when transmitting. 1. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio. Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning the warranted 2. Do not use alcohol or cleaning solutions to clean the radio. BATTERY INSTALLATION 3. Do not immerse the radio in water. product, along with proof of purchase, to your place of purchase in Canada. This warranty gives Your radio operates with 3 AAA alkaline batteries. Some models operate on an you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas within 4. Dry the radio with a dry lint-free cloth should it get wet. included rechargable NiMH batteries. The belt clip should be removed (see below) Canada. 5. Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term to ease installation or removal of the batteries. storage. IMPORTANT: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by To install the batteries: MIDLAND RADIO CORP. could void your right to operate this unit. Your radio is 1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip (see diagram set up to transmit a regulated signal on an assigned frequency. It is against the below) then remove the Battery Cover by pressing down on the top center SPECIFICATIONS law to alter or adjust the settings inside the COMMUNICATOR to exceed those and sliding it down from the radio. Channels 22 FRS Channels for FCC, 14 channels for IC limitations. Any adjustment to your radio must be made by qualified technicians. 2. Insert 3 AAA batteries observing the polarity as shown. 10 NOAA Weather (WX) Band Channels Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit from operating or may Operating Frequency UHF 462.5500 ~ 467.7125 MHz RF Exposure Information: damage the unit. This product is compliance to FCC RF Exposure requirements and refers to FCC website https://apps.fcc.gov/ Power Source 3 AAA Alkaline batteries oetcf/eas/reports/GenericSearch.cfm search for FCC ID: MMAT18 to gain further information include SAR Values. This device was tested for typical body-worn operations with the back/front of the phone kept 0cm from the FRS FREQUENCY CHART (MHz) body, 2.5cm from the head. MENU SCAN MON CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq. CALL 1 462.5625 13 467.6875 IMPORTANT: This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS TALK 2 462.5875 14 467.7125 standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device 3 462.6125 15 462.5500 may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, 4 462.6375 16 462.5750 including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 5 462.6625 17 462.6000 6 462.6875 18 462.6250 If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please 7 462.7125 19 462.6500 call first and speak with a service technician at 816-241-8500. Many 8 467.5625 20 462.6750 Front Side problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit 9 467.5875 21 462.7000 for service. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK (T19 ONLY) 10 467.6125 22 462.7250 Your radios are equpped for using a rechargable NiMH batteries which can be re- 11 467.6375 IMPORTANT: Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada charged usinga USB charger. The battery meter will flash during charge and quit 12 467.6625 applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée flashing when complete. For longest battery life, recharge when low battery icon * Channels 8~14 are low-power FRS channels aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et comes on and remove radios when charging is complete. Charge with units OFF (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi même NOAA WEATHER (WX) RADIO FREQUENCY CHART (MHz) To charge using the included charger si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq. 1. Place battery packs in the radio and plug in charging cable 1 162.550 6 162.500 2. Plug into a USB style charger 2 162.400 7 162.525 For a PDF of the T18/19 Series Manual visit WARNING! 3 162.475 8 161.650 www.midlandusa.com 1. Only use the Midland NiMH batteries with charger 4 162.425 9 161.775 2. Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any other batteries other than the 5 10 162.450 163.275 Midland NiMH batteries 3. For long term storage of the radio turn radio OFF and remove batteries. * Channels 8, 9 and 10 are designated Canadian Marine Frequencies 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

Radio Frequency Exposure Statement for IC The device has been evaluated to meet general RF exposure requirements. The device can be used in mobile exposure conditions. The min separation distance is 25mm. Déclaration d'exposition aux radiofréquences pour IC L’appareil a été utilisé pour répondre aux exigences générales en matière d’exposition aux radiofréquences. 1 1 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.


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