Midland Radio GXT550 Series, GXT500 Series Battery Installation, Installing the Belt Clip

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Model GXT500/550 Series

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BATTERY INSTALLATION

Your GXT500/550 Series radio operates with either 4 AA alkaline batteries or an optional NiMH battery pack. 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) 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.

 

BELT CLIP

One Battery inserted

LOCK TAB

in this slot

 

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

COVER

Press here and

BELT CLIP

push down to open

LATCH

 

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

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