Model XT511 Series

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OPERATING YOUR RADIO

SETTING THE RADIO TO GMRS/FRS MODE

To set the XT511 to GMRS/FRS mode, move the BAND switch in GMRS/FRS position. The LCD will show the current GMRS/FRS channel setting.

POWER ON/OFF AND VOLUME

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 LCD will display all icons for 1 second and the LCD display will indicate the last channel/frequency selected.

TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING A CALL

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

1.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.

When using a HAND MIC, press and hold the PTT button on the side of the HAND MIC and speak in a normal voice.

For maximum clarity, hold the HAND MIC 2 to 3 inches from your mouth.

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

ABOUT RANGE

Your XT511 Series radios are designed to give you maximum range under optimum conditions.

Optimum Conditions 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.

Be sure to point the ANTENNA upward.

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Midland Radio XT511 manual Operating Your Radio, Setting the Radio to GMRS/FRS Mode, Power ON/OFF and Volume, About Range