Midland Radio GXT500 Series, GXT550 Series Troubleshooting Guide, Problem Solution, USE and Care

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Model GXT500/550 Series®

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

No Power

- Check battery installation and/or replace batteries

 

 

Cannot Receive

- Confirm the radios have the same channel

Messages

and Privacy Code settings.

 

- Make sure that you are within range of the other

 

transceivers.

 

- Buildings and other structures may interfere with

 

your communication.

 

(See ABOUT RANGE on Page 8)

Radio is not responding

- Make sure key lock is not on. See "Keypad Lock"

to button presses

(Page 10).

 

- Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then

 

on.

 

- Ensure accessory microphone is set properly

 

 

Display is dim

- Recharge or replace batteries.

 

 

Charger not functioning

- Contacts on the back of the radio may require

 

cleaning.

 

- Ensure the outlet where the charger is plugged

 

into is functioning properly.

 

- Check that the battery pack are installed in the

 

radio properly.

 

 

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 dry lint-free cloth should it get wet.

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

If you have a problem which you believe requires service, please call first and speak with a service technician. Many problems can be remedied over the phone without returning the unit for service.

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Contents TRA Talk Table of Contents Welcome to the world of Midland electronics FeaturesImportant NOTICE, FCC License Required for Gmrs Operation Controls LCD DisplayInstalling the Belt Clip Battery InstallationCharging the Optional Battery Pack LOW Battery Level IndicatorTo charge using a Desktop Charger About Range Power ON/OFF and VolumeOperating Your Radio Transmitting and Receiving a CallGXT500/550 Series Quick Reference Chart MonitorScan Channel Selection GMRS/FRS Band Call ToneKeypad Lock Display IlluminationSetting Privacy Codes Transmit TX Power Level SelectionEVOX Hands-free Transmission Roger Beep end of transmission Tone Vibrate AlertCall Tone Selection Silent OperationWeather WX Band Receiver External SPEAKER/MICROPHONE Jack Troubleshooting Guide Problem SolutionUSE and Care Specifications GMRS/FRS Frequency Chart MHzPrivacy Codes Frequency Chart Hz Limited Warranty AVP-4 AccessoriesAVP-1 $19.95City State Zip Code Accessories Order FormClay St Kansas City MO Call Midland Radio Corporation