MIDLAND X-TRA TALK GXT444 (01) PDF Document

The features of the MIDLAND X-TRA TALK GXT444 include:

– 22 GMRS/FRS Channels

– eVOX

– Silent Operation

– Power High / Power Low Settings

– Speaker / Microphone Jacks

– Battery Low Indicator

The LCD display icons indicate the following:

1. LOW BATTERY ICON: Indicates the battery level is low.

2. eVOX: Indicates when eVOX mode is active.

3. CHANNEL NUMBER: Changes from 1~22 on GMRS/FRS band.

4. RECEIVE (RX) ICON: Indicates radio is receiving a transmission.

5. TRANSMIT (TX) ICON: Indicates radio is transmitting a signal.

6. TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL ICON: Indicates TX Power setting (HI/LO).

The controls function as follows:

7. POWER/VOLUME KNOB: Turn clockwise to turn the power on and increase the volume level. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the volume level and turn the power off.

8. PTT Button: Press and hold to transmit voice communication.

9. TX POWER HI/LO Button: Press to toggle between HI and LO TX Power setting.

10. MIC: Built-in microphone.

11. SPEAKER: Built-in speaker.

12. ANTENNA.

13. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC JACK.

14. MENU Button: Press to access Menu mode.

15. eVOX Button: Press to activate / deactivate the eVOX function.

16. UP and DOWN Button: Make adjustments in MENU mode.

Your radio operates with either 4 AA alkaline batteries or an optional NiMH battery pack. The belt clip should be removed to ease installation or removal of the batteries.

1. With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip 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.

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, press the LOCK TAB down, then gently pull the belt clip up toward the top of the radio.

If using an optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack and 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 RED color will light up, indicating charging function. The LED indicator will change to GREEN color once the battery pack is fully charged.

Important Notes:

– Initial charge time is 24 hours with a charge time of 8-12 hours thereafter.

– Only use the specified NiMH battery pack.

– Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries.

– Remove radios from the charger when the charge time expires.

Rotate the POWER/VOLUME knob 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.

To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel.

1. For maximum clarity, hold the radio 2 to 3 inches from your mouth.

2. Press and hold the PTT button and speak in a normal voice into the microphone. The TX icon will appear continuously on the LCD Display while transmitting.

3. To receive a call, release the PTT button. The RX icon will appear on the display when your radio is receiving a transmission.

The optimum conditions for maximum range are:

– Over water

– Open rural areas without obstructions

– Flat areas where you can see the other person

To ensure you get maximum range:

– Be sure to use fresh or fully charged batteries – low batteries will cause low power conditions

– Be sure you are on a GMRS channel – FRS channels are restricted by the FCC to low power.

– Be sure to set your radio to use Hi power.

During Power on, the display illumination will activate for approx. 7 seconds. The display illumination can also be activated when the MENU button is pressed.

Press the MENU button once, and then the buttons to select one of the 22 GMRS/FRS channels. To confirm the selection, press the PTT button or press the MENU button again to move to the next feature setting.

Your radio has 2 transmit power levels. To select the power level on channels 1~7 and 15~22, press the TX POWER HI/LO button and the TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL ICON will toggle between HI and LO setting.

Note: You cannot adjust the power setting on the FRS channels (8~14). They are set to Low power per FCC regulations.

To turn eVOX on, press the eVOX button. The display shows “VOX” on the upper left corner of the display.

To turn eVOX off, press the eVOX button. The “VOX” on the upper left corner of the display will disappear.

In Silent Operation mode, all “beeps” and “tones” are disabled.

To turn the SILENT OPERATION mode on, press the MENU button twice and a “bo” icon appears on the display. Select “bF” by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons and push the PTT key, or press MENU button to exit.

To turn the SILENT OPERATION mode off, press the MENU button twice and a “bF” icon appears on the display. Select “bo” by pressing the UP/DOWN buttons and push the PTT key, or press MENU button to exit.

Your radio can be used with an optional external speaker / microphone or headset. To use an optional speaker / microphone or headset:

– Insert the plug(s) into the SPK/MIC jacks

– Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic into your desired position.

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 dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.

5. Turn off the radio and remove the batteries during long-term storage.