Midland NAUTICO1 - 2 User manual

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NAUTICO1 (NT1)
Owner’s Guide
www.midlandradio.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS ………………………………………. 1
Introduction…………………………………………………….. 2
Important Notice, FCC Licensing…………………………... 3
LCD Display …………………………………………………….. 4
Controls …………………………………………………………. 5
Battery Installation ……………………………………………. 6
Installing the Belt Clip ………………………………………… 6
Charging the Optional Battery Pack ……………………….. 7
Operating Your Radio ………………………………………… 7-12
External Speaker/Microphone Jack ……………………….. 12
Troubleshooting Guide ……………………………………… 13
Use and Care ………………………………………………….. 13
Specifications and Frequency Charts …………………….. 13-16
Warranty Information ………………………………………… 17
MIDLAND Family of Products ………………………………. 17
Accessories ……………………………………………………. 18
1

Welcome to the world of Midland electronics
Congratulations on your purchase of a high quality MIDLAND product. Your 2-
way radio represents the state-of-the-art in high-tech engineering. Designed for
VHF Marine Service operation, this compact package is big on performance. It is
a quality piece of electronic equipment, skillfully constructed with the finest
components. The circuitry is all solid-state and mounted on a rugged printed
circuit board. Your 2-way radio is designed to give you reliable and trouble-free
performance for years to come.
Features
- Marine Channels: 57 USA / 61 Canada / 57 International (grouped by area)
- eVOX
- Selectable CALL Tone
- Weather (WX) Band Receiver
- SCAN Function
- MONITOR Function
- Roger Beep Tone
- Key Pad Lock
- Power High / Power Low Settings
- Speaker / Microphone Jacks
- Battery Indicator
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions : (1) this device does not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this radio must accept any interference that may cause undesired
operation.
To maintain compliance with FCC’s RF exposure guidelines, for body-worn
operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines
when used with Midland Radio Corp. accessories supplied or designated for this
product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF
exposure guidelines.
The Nautico1 operates on VHF Marine Radio Service frequencies, in compliance
with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) requirements. Recreational
boaters are not currently required to have a Ship Radio License. The USCG
recommends that the boat’s registration number and state be used for the radio
call sign.
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FCC License
A ship station license is not required for any vessel traveling in U.S. waters which
is less than 20 meters in length. However, any vessel required to carry an HF
SSB radiotelephone or marine satellite terminal is required to have a ship station
license. FCC license forms can be downloaded at www.fcc.gov/forms. You may
also obtain a form from the FCC by calling [phone].
Exposure to Radio Frequency Energy
Your Midland radio is designed to comply with the following national and
international standards and guidelines regarding exposure of human being to
radio frequency electromagnetic energy:
- United States Federal Communications Commission, Code of Federal
Regulations: 47 CFR part 2 sub-part J
- American National Standards Institute (ANSI)/Institute of Electrical & Electronic
Engineers (IEEE) C95. 1-1992
- Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineer (IEEE) C95. 1-1999 Edition
- National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements (NCRP) of the
United States, Report 86, 1986
- International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1998
To control your exposure and ensure compliance with the general population or
uncontrolled environment exposure limits, transmit no more than 50% of the
time. The radio generates measurable RF energy exposure only when
transmitting.
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LCD DISPLAY
1. VOX – Indicates when eVOX mode is active.
2. TRANSMIT (TX) ICON – Indicates radio is transmitting a
signal.
3. LOW BATTERY ICON – Indicates battery level is low.
4. CHANNEL NUMBER – Changes from 1~88a on VHF
Marine band (1~10 on WX band).
5. USA/CAN/INT CHANNEL ICONS
6. KEY LOCK ICON – Indicates KEY LOCK mode is on.
7. WX BAND ICON – Indicates when the radio is in Weather
Band mode
8. TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL (Hi / LO) ICON – Indicates TX
Power setting.
9. RECEIVE (RX) ICON – Indicates radio is receiving a
transmission.
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CONTROLS
10. 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.
11. PTT Button – Press and hold to transmit voice communication. Press twice
quickly to send a call tone.
12. CH 16 Button – Press to switch immediately to emergency channel 16.
Press and hold to switch to Channel 9.
13. MIC – Built-in microphone.
14. SPEAKER – Built-in speaker.
15. ANTENNA.
16. EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MIC JACK.
17. MENU Button – Press to access MENU mode. Press and hold to go to WX
Band Receiver mode.
18. MONITOR/SCAN Button – Press to enter SCAN mode. Press and hold to
enter MONITOR mode.
19. UP/DOWN Button – Make adjustments in MENU mode.
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
Your Nautico1 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 radio from operating or
may damage the radio.
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.
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RECHARGEABLE BATTERY & CHARGER OPTION
Your Nautico1 is equipped for using an optional rechargeable NiMH battery pack
(not included) which can be recharged using an AC or DC charger (not included).
Initial charge time is 24 hours with a charge time of 8-12 hours thereafter. For
maximum battery life, we recommend charging the Nautico1 when the low
battery indicator comes on. Remove the radio from the charger when the charge
time expires.
To Charge Using Optional AC or DC Charger:
1. Place the rechargeable Ni-MH battery pack into the radio
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 charging jack on the side of the radio.
1. Only use Midland NiMH battery pack.
2. Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any
batteries or battery packs other than the one indicated in
the manual. This may cause leakage and damage the
radio.
3. For long-term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF
and remove the batteries from the radio.
OPERATING YOUR RADIO
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 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 selected channel.
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TRANSMITTING AND RECEIVING
1. To transmit a call, 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.
ABOUT RANGE
Your Nautico1 radio is 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 the radio is set to high power
NAUTICO 1 QUICK REFERENCE CHART
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MONITOR
Pressing and holding the MONITOR button for 1 second will let you hear noise
so you can adjust the volume level of the radio when not receiving a signal. This
should be used to check activity on your current channel before transmitting.
Press and release the Monitor button for 1 second to get out of Monitor mode.
SCAN
Your Nautico1 can scan all channels for activity. To enter, quickly press the
SCAN button. Repeat the same procedure to exit. Your radio will rapidly scan
each of the channels and stop on any active channel for 5 seconds before
resuming scan. When you press the PTT button to transmit on an active channel,
the scanning function will stop and remain on the active channel. To resume
scanning, quickly press the button.
INSTANT CHANNEL 16/9
Channel 16 (Distress Channel) is used for calling other stations or for distress
alerting. You must monitor Channel 16 while standing by. Channel 16 is only to
be used in emergency situations. You can also switch to Channel 9, the leisure-
use call channel, without changing your normal channel by pressing and holding
the CH16 Button for 1 second. Pressing the CH16 button again returns the radio
to the normal channel setting
CALL TONE
Your Nautico1 can transmit a call tone for a fixed length of time. To send a call
tone, press the PTT button twice within ½ second. The TX icon will appear while
transmitting a call tone and a tone can be heard on the speaker for confirmation.
KEYPAD LOCK
To avoid accidentally changing the radio setting, press the MENU button 4 times
then press an up/down button to choose ON. The KEY LOCK icon will appear on
the display. PTT and CH 16 will still be active. To unlock the keypad, press the
MENU button once, then press the button to choose OF.
DISPLAY ILLUMINATION
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.
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CHANNEL SELECTION:
Press the MENU button once, and then the buttons to select one of the
channels. To confirm the selection, press the PTT button or press MENU again
to move to the next feature setting.
TRANSMIT (TX) POWER LEVEL SELECTION
The Nautico1 has 2 transmit power level settings. To select the power level on
channels press the MENU button two times, a “Pr” icon will appear blinking on
the display. Then press the button to select TRANSMIT POWER LEVEL
icon (Hi / LO). The TX icon will be blank when Hi setting is selected. To confirm,
press the PTT button or press MENU again to move to the next feature setting.
eVOX (Hands-free Transmission)
Your Nautico1 has 2 eVOX level settings: (oF/1/2). To set eVOX, press the
MENU button three times. The display shows “eVOX” blinking while on the right
of the CHANNEL NUMBER display, an “oF” icon appears. Select “1” or “2” by
pressing the buttons and push the PTT key, or press MENU again to move
to the next feature setting.
eVOX will be more sensitive on the “2” setting than on the “1” setting.
To turn eVOX off, press the MENU button three times. The display shows "VOX"
blinking while on the right of the CHANNEL NUMBER display, a “1” or “2” icon
appears. Select "oF" by pressing the buttons and push the PTT key, or
press MENU to move to the next feature setting.
ROGER BEEP (end of transmission) TONE
When the PTT button is released, the radio will beep to confirm to other users
that your transmission has finished. To turn the ROGER BEEP tone on, press
the MENU button until the display shows an "rb" icon while on the right of the
"rb" display, an "oF" icon appears. Select "on" by pressing the buttons
and push the PTT key, or press MENU to move to the next feature setting.
To turn the ROGER BEEP tone off, press the MENU button until the display
shows an "rb"icon while on the right of the "rb" display, an "on" icon appears.
Select "oF" by pressing the buttons and push the PTT key, or press MENU
to move to the next feature setting.
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USA/CAN/INT CHANNEL SELECTION
The Nautico1 channel selection can be changed to follow rules of USA, Canada,
or international rules. Press the MENU button until the current channel icon
(USA, CAN , INT) flashes. Select a different channel list by pressing the
buttons until the desired icon appears. Press the PTT key or press MENU to
confirm.
CALL TONE SELECTION
Your Nautico1 has 3 user-selectable CALL TONES. To select, press the MENU
button six times, so a "CA" icon appears and to the right of the "CA" icon the
current CALL TONE setting is displayed. Then press the buttons to make
the CALL TONE selections−the radio will emit a corresponding tone for each
selection. To confirm, press the PTT button or press MENU to move to the next
feature setting.
WEATHER (WX) BAND RECEIVER
Your Nautico1 has a WEATHER (WX) BAND RECEIVER function, to enable
user to receive weather alert/reports from designated NOAA stations. To turn the
WEATHER (WX) RECEIVER on, press and hold the MENU button for 3
seconds. The current WX CHANNEL and WX BAND icon will appear on the
display. Press the MENU button and the buttons to select one of the 10 WX
BAND channels. To confirm, press the PTT button or press MENU to move to
the next feature setting. To turn the WEATHER (WX) RECEIVER off, press and
hold the MENU button for 3 seconds. The current radio setting will be displayed
and the WX BAND icon will go off.
WEATHER (WX) ALERT
Your Nautico1 has a WEATHER (WX) ALERT function, to enable user to
automatically receive weather alert from designated NOAA stations. To turn the
WEATHER (WX) ALERT on, press the MENU button twice while in WX Band.
The display shows “AL”,while on the right an “oF” icon appears blinking.
Select “on” by pressing the buttons. To confirm, press the PTT button or
press MENU. The radio will return to WX BAND and the WX BAND icon will
continue blinking. If the radio receives a WX ALERT signal from a designated
NOAA station while on MARINE Band, the radio will beep for 10 seconds while
an “AL” and “In” icon appear on the display, after which will automatically go to
WX BAND. If any button is pressed during beeping while on MARINE Band, the
radio will automatically go to WX BAND.
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To turn the WEATHER (WX) ALERT off, press the MENU button twice while in
WX Band. The display shows “AL”,while on the right an “on” icon appears
blinking. Select “of” by pressing the buttons. To confirm, press the PTT
button or press MENU.
EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE JACK
Your Nautico1 can be used with an optional external speaker/microphone or
headset, freeing your hands for other tasks. 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 desired position.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM SOLUTION
No Power Check battery installation and/or replace batteries
Confirm the radios have the same channel settings.
Make sure that you are within range of the other transceivers.
Cannot Receive Messages
Buildings and other structures may interfere with your
communication.
See ABOUT RANGE on Page 8
Make sure keypad lock is not on. See "Keypad Lock" (Page 11).Radio is not responding to button
presses Radio might need to be reset. Turn radio off then on again.
Display is dim Recharge or replace batteries.
Contacts on the back of the radio may require cleaning.
Ensure the outlet where the charger is plugged into is
functioning properly.
Charger not functioning
Check that the battery pack is 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. Use a soft damp cloth to clean the radio
5. Dry the radio with dry lint-free cloth if the radio gets wet.
6. 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.
SPECIFICATIONS
Channels 57 US, 61 CAN, 57 INT10 Weather (WX) Band Channels
Operating Frequency VHF 156.025 ~ 162.550 MHz
Power Source 4 AA Alkaline or 6.0V Rechargeable NiMH battery pack
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FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)
Channel Number Frequency MHz .
INT CAN US TX RX Mode Note
01 01 156.050 160.650 D
01A
156.050 156.050 S
02 02 156.100 160.700 D
03 03 156.150 160.750 D
04
156.200 160.800 D
04A
156.200 156.200 S
05
156.250 160.850 D
05A 05A
156.250 156.250 S
06 06 06 156.300 156.300 S
07
156.350 160.950 D
07A 07A
156.350 156.350 S
08 08 08 156.400 156.400 S
09 09 09 156.450 156.450 S
10 10 10 156.500 156.500 S
11 11 11 156.550 156.550 S
12 12 12 156.600 156.600 S
13 13 13 156.650 156.650 S
14 14 14 156.700 156.700 S
15 15 156.750 156.750 S *
15 - 156.750 R
16 16 16 156.800 156.800 S
17 17 17 156.850 156.850 S *
18
156.900 161.500 D
18A 18A
156.900 156.900 S
19
156.950 161.550 D
19A 19A
156.950 156.950 S
20 20* 20
157.000 161.600 D
20A
157.000 157.000 S
21
157.050 161.650 D
21A 21A
157.050 157.050 S
21B - 161.650 R
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INT CAN US TX RX Mode Note
22
157.100 161.700 D
22A 22A 157.100 157.100 S
23 23 157.150 161.750 D
23A 157.150 157.150 S
24 24 24
157.200 161.800 D
25 25 25
157.250 161.850 D
26 26 26
157.300 161.900 D
27 27 27
157.350 161.950 D
28 28 28
157.400 162.000 D
60 60 156.025 160.625 D
61
156.075 160.675 D
61A 156.075 156.075 S
62
156.125 160.725 D
62A 156.125 156.125 S
63
156.175 160.775 D
63A 156.175 156.175 S
64 64 156.225 160.825 D
64A 156.225 156.225 S
65
156.275 160.875 D
65A 65A 156.275 156.275 S
66
156.325 160.925 D
66A* 66A 156.325 156.325 S
67 67 67 156.375 156.375 S
68 68 68 156.425 156.425 S
69 69 69 156.475 156.475 S
70 70 70 - 156.525 R **
71 71 71 156.575 156.575 S
72 72 72 156.625 156.625 S
73 73 73 156.675 156.675 S
74 74 74 156.725 156.725 S
75 156.775 156.775 S *
76 156.825 156.825 S *
77 77* 77* 156.875 156.875 S
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INT CAN US TX RX Mode Note
78
156.925 161.525 D
78A 78A 156.925 156.925 S
79
156.975 161.575 D
79A 79A 156.975 156.975 S
80
157.025 161.625 D
80A 80A 157.025 157.025 S
81
157.075 161.675 D
81A 81A 157.075 157.075 S
82
157.125 161.725 D
82A 82A 157.125 157.125 S
83 83 157.175 161.775 D
83A 83A 157.175 157.175 S
84 84 84
157.225 161.825 D
85 85 85
157.275 161.875 D
86 86 86
157.325 161.925 D
87
157.375 161.975 D
87
157.375 157.375 S
88
157.425 162.025 D
88 88A 157.425 157.425 S
S= Simplex
D= Duplex
*= obligatory low transmission power of 1 Watt
**= classified to DSC communications
(Nautico1) WEATHER (WX) RECEIVER FREQUENCY CHART (MHz)
CH. No CH. Freq. CH. No CH. Freq.
1 162.550 6 162.500
2 162.400 7 162.525
3 162.475 8 161.650
4 162.425 9 161.775
5 162.450 10 163.275
Channels 8,9 and 10 are designated Canadian Marine Frequencies
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any
Midland VHF MARINE transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or
workmanship within Three Years following the initial consumer purchase. This
warranty does not apply to water damage, battery leak or abuse.
This warranty does not include any carrying cases, earphones or antennas,
which may be a part of or included with the warranted product or the cost of labor
for removal or re-installation of the product in a vehicle or other mounting.
Performance of any obligation under this warranty may be obtained by returning
the warranted product, freight prepaid, along with proof of purchase to:
Midland Radio Corporation
Warranty Service Department
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights,
which vary from state to state. Note : The above warranty applies only to
merchandise purchased in the United States of America or any of the territories
or possessions thereof or from a U.S. Military exchange.
MIDLAND Family of Products
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ACCESSORIES ORDER FORM
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below. Please DO NOT sent cash or checks. Make Money Order to Midland Radio
Corporation.
Name:___________________________ ____ __________________
Address:________________________________________________
City:_____________________ State_____ Zip Code_____________
Tel: _________________ email: __________________________
CC#______________________ Type:___________ Exp._________
Mail To:
Midland Radio Corporation
Consumer. Dept.
5900 Paretta Drive
Kansas City MO 64120
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Or Call 816.241.8500.
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AVP-5 $39.95
Sub-Total ____________
Tax (MO, CO, IL, FL only) ____________
S&H (U.S. only) _______ $8.95
Total $___________
AVP5
- 1 Rechargeable Battery Pack
- 1 AC Charger
- 1 DC Charger
- 1 Mount Holder
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Midland Radio Corporation
Consumer. Dept.
5900 Parretta Drive
Kansas City, MO 64120
Or Call 816.241.8500.
http://www.midlandradio.com
Note: Features & Specifications are subject to change without notice. MIDLAND is not responsible for
unintentional errors or omissions on its packaging.
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