Midland G10 Manual

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VHF TRANSCEIVER
G10

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Index
Programming software (optional) 2
Content 2
Main characteristics 2
Main controls and parts of the radio 3
Operations 5
Power on/o and volume adjustment 5
Transmission 5
Monitor 5
Scan 5
Squelch 6
Battery recharge 6
Maintenance 6
Troubleshooting 8
Technical specifications 9

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Midland G10 is a multi-task VHF transceiver.
Combining the latest technology in radio communication along with a sturdy me-
chanical frame, G10 is the ideal and eective solution for the professionals who
need to stay in touch with the working team (in construction sites, buildings, shows,
trade fairs or hotels) or for leisure users that just want to keep up with friends and
family.
Programming software (optional)
Thanks to Midland Programming software PRG10, it is possible to increase the per-
formance of your radio or to reduce its functionality by disabling some of the default
features (CTCSS, TOT...)
For further information, please consult the Programming software manual.
Any attempt to change frequencies or output power of the radio invalidates the
approval.
Content
• 1 G10 transceiver
• 1 belt clip
• 1 wall adaptor
• 1 1200mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery pack
• 1 desktop charger
Main characteristics
• VHF Transceiver
• Frequency band: 136-174 MHz
• Output power: ≤ 5W ERP
• Channel spacing: 12,5/25KHz
• Scan
• Vocal tuning
• Battery save
• Monitor
• Squelch

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Main controls and parts of the radio
SP
MIC
PTT
1
2 3
4
5
6
SP
MIC
PTT 7
8
9
10

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1. Antenna
2. Encoder: rotate clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desired channel
3. Power/volume knob- turn clockwise to power on and increase the volume le-
vel. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the volume level and power o.
4. Speaker
5. Built-in microphone
6. Led indicator:
RED: TX;
GREEN: RX.
7. PTT: push this button to transmit, release it to receive.
8. Function key 1: hold down this button to activate the Monitor function.
9. Function key 2: not programmed by default
10. External Speaker/Mic Jack- allows the connection with external devices such
as headsets, microphones.

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Operations
Power on/o and volume adjustment
Rotate the Power/Volume knob clockwise to turn the radio on.
Rotate the control clockwise /counter-clockwise to adjust the volume level as you
prefer. To turn the radio o, rotate the control counter-clockwise till hearing a me-
chanical “click”.
Transmission
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same channel.
Briefly press the Function key 1 to enable the Monitor feature in order to make sure
that the frequency is not busy, then press the PTT button.
Release the PTT key to receive.
Only one user at a time can talk during radio communications. Therefore, it is important
not to transmit when you are receiving a communication and use the transmission mode
sparingly to allow other users to talk.
Transmission consumes a significant amount of energy and should therefore be used
sparingly to prolong the battery life.
If you are unable to contact a station that you have no problems in receiving, the station
may be using CTCSS tones or DCS codes.
Monitor
The Monitor feature is for excluding (opening) the Squelch, in order to listen to
signals that are too weak to keep the Squelch permanently opened.
Hold down the Function key 1 to enable such function.
Scan
To activate the Scan function:
switch o the radio and turn to channel 15.
Then keep pressed the PTT button and turn on the radio at the same time.
Select channel 16, you will hear a sound tone: the scan is activated.
Whenever a signal is detected, the scanning will stop on a busy channel.
If the PTT is pressed, you will transmit on the latest busy channel.
Whenever any signal is detected, the scanning will stop on a busy channel.
If the PTT is pressed, you will transmit on the latest busy channel.

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Squelch
The Squelch function suppresses noises on free channels and allows to receive even
weak signals.
G10 has 10 dierent Squelch levels that can be set by programming software: 0
means that the Squelch is turned o; from level 1 to level 9 you will have dierent
levels of noise reduction. The higher is the level, the louder will be the Squelch.
By default, the Squelch level of G10 is set on level 4.
Make sure you do not set an excessively high squelch level because in this case you may
not be able to receive weaker signals. On the other hand an excessively low Squelch value
could enable the Squelch even when no signals are present.
Squelch must always be adjusted when no signals are present.
The Time Out timer is settable from 15 sec to 600 sec. only through the program-
ming software.
This feature is set to 120 sec by default.
Battery recharge
G10 is equipped for using a 7,4V Li-ion rechargeable battery pack which can be re-
charged connecting the socket of the AC/DC wall adaptor to a mains power socket
and inserting the jack of the wall adaptor into the desktop charger plug.
It takes 4-5 hours to fully recharge the radio.
For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the battery pack when the G10
is o and the battery pack is fully discharged.
! Using a different battery charger other than the one specified can cause da-
mage to your device or may even cause explosions and personal injuries.
The Battery power saving feature enables a reduction in consumption of up to 50%.
If it has been set, it automatically activates when the transceiver does not receive
any signal for more than 5 seconds in order to save the battery life. Power saving can
be disabled only through Programming software.
Maintenance
Your G10 was designed to fulfill any warranty obligations and to enjoy this product
for many years.
As for all the electronically devices, we recommend you to follow this few sugge-
stions:
• Do not attempt to open the unit. Non-expert handling of the unit may damage
it and/or annul the warranty.
• When using regulated power supply, take notice of power voltage, that must be
between 6V and 8V to avoid damages.

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• High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, and warp or melt
certain plastics. Do not store the radio in dusty or dirty areas.
• Keep the Radio dry. Rainwater or damp will corrode electronic circuits.
• If it appears that the Radio diuses peculiar smell or smoke, please shut o its
power immediately and take o the charger or battery from the Radio.
• Do not transmit without antenna.

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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
The radio doesn’t
switch on
The battery pack is discharged and/or
has not been installed correctly.
Verify that the battery pack is
charged and that it has been correctly
installed.
The radio switches
o shortly after it
has been switched
on
Discharged battery pack. Recharge the battery pack.
The battery pack
does not recharge
The battery-charger has not been
connected or installed correctly.
Inspect the connections of the
battery-charger and the installation of
the batteries.
The radio switches
on but is unable to
receive signals
The site of installation is too shielded. Move to an another area.
The volume is too low Adjust the volume level.
Incorrect CTCSS or DCS Check that the CTCSS tone or DCS
code corresponds to the one set by
the parties you are communicating
with.
It is not possible to
communicate with
other parties
An incorrect radio channel has been
selected.
Select the same radio channel used
by the parties you are communicating
with.
The radio is installed in a shielded area
or is too far from the party you are
communicating with
Move to another area.
Incorrect CTCSS or DCS Check that the CTCSS tone or DCS
code corresponds to the one set by
the parties you are communicating
with.
Reception is
fragmented and/or
disturbed
The signal is very weak. Try temporarily disabling the Squelch
by means of the Monitor feature.
The transmission distance is excessive
and/or there are obstacles in the
transmission path
Move closer to the party you are
communicating with or to another
area.
Other parties are using the same
channel
Check the trac on the radio channel
by means of the Monitor feature and
select another channel if required.
The radio has been installed too close
to equipment that causes interferen-
ce (televisions, computers, etc.)
Increase the distance between the
radio and this equipment.
The autonomy of
the battery pack is
limited
Commission time is too high. Try reducing the transmission time
and/or using a low power.