Owner’s Manual for the P-20 (Itinerant Radio)

FCC Licensing Information

This Midland model P20 radio operates on FM communication frequencies subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Federal Communications Commission. The FCC requires that all operators using Private Land Mobile frequencies obtain a radio license before operating their equipment. Application for your FCC license is made on FCC form 600 and schedules D, E, and G.

To have the forms faxed to you, call the FCC Fax-on-Demand system at 1-202-418-0177 from your Fax machine and request document 000600 for all forms and instructions.

To have this form mailed to you, call the FCC forms hotline at: 1-800-418-3676

For questions concerning license application, contact the FCC at 1-888-CALL-FCC (1-888-225- 5322), or go to http://www.fcc.gov.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR RADIO

Accessory NameModel Number

Ni-cad Battery (single “AA” 3 required).......................………..18-BATT

Ni-MH Battery (single “AA” 3 required).......................……….18-NBAT

Standard wall Charger………..………………………………..…..18-396

Charger Stand for Ni-MH.……………....………………......………CP20

Charger Stand for Ni-Cad………………..………………......……18-383

Dual Charger Stand for Ni-Cad .……………………………….....18-385

Lapel Microphone with Ear-bud Speaker………………………...22-405

Speaker/Microphone…………………………………………..…...22-411

Boom Microphone Headset ……………………………………….22-540

Call 816 241 8500 ext. 200 to order accessories or go to www.midlandradio.com.

THIS RADIO COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE CONDITION THAT THIS DEVICE DOES NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE.

Your Midland model P20 UHF FM business two-way radio is designed to provide you with line-of- sight communications for a range up to 4 miles. The model P20 incorporates channels with 38 different CTCSS and 83 DCS codes to provide the best in quiet communications. Also this radio offers scan, power save, 9 memory channels and a multifunction back-lighted liquid crystal display. This unit also incorporates VOX (voice operated transmit) that allows hands free use when the radio is equipped with certain accessories.

TIPS FOR GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR P20

Due to the band of operation (464/467/469 MHz) the P20 provides communications that are virtually free of atmospheric interference (skip) that is common on lower frequency bands. Along with this and an antenna system that is very efficient, communications range is surprisingly good. Many times the limit to maximum possible range is environmental factors such as blockage caused by trees, buildings, hills, or other obstructions. If you find communication is not possible, many times this can be overcome by moving only a few feet to a new location. Range is greatly reduced while operating from a metal building or from a vehicle. Battery condition also affects range. The P20 operates on rechargeable Ni-Cad batteries or alkaline batteries. While this unit has been designed with gaskets for water resistance and ruggedness it is a precision piece of electronic equipment that should not be exposed to water or handled carelessly. Normal care should result in years of trouble free operation. Do not leave batteries installed over a long period of time as leakage may occur, that can destroy the radio. If you experience problems operating the radio, turn off the radio, press and hold the “F” button and turn on the radio. This will cause the radio to return to the factory settings. Always save your receipt, as it is required for

warranty consideration.

 

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Midland Radio P-20 FCC Licensing Information, Optional Accessories for Your Radio, Tips for Getting the Most from Your P20