Midland g15 PMR446 Manual

G15
”Instruction guide
PMR446 TRANSCEIVER |

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Index
Programming software (optional) 2
Content 2
Main characteristics 3
Main controls and parts of the radio 4
Operations 6
Power on/off and volume adjustment 6
Transmission 6
Scan 6
Squelch 7
Battery recharge 7
Roger Beep (End transmission tone) 8
Keypad Beep 8
Vox 8
Maintenance 8
Technical specifications 10
Troubleshooting 11

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Thanks for choosing Midland! G15 is a portable transceiver that is free use in
almost all European countries. For further information, we suggest you look
at the “Restrictions on the use” chart.
Midland G15 is a multi-task PMR446 transceiver.
Combining the latest technology in radio communication along with a
sturdy mechanical frame, G15 is the ideal and effective solution for the
professionals who need to stay in touch with the working team (in con-
struction 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 PRG-G15, it is possible to
increase the performance of your radio or to reduce its functionality
by enabling or disabling some features (CTCSS, TOT, VOX, ROGER BEEP,
SQUELCH, VOICE...)
For further information, please consult the Programming software ma-
nual.
Content
• 1 G15 transceiver
• 1 belt clip
• 1 wall adaptor
• 1 1600mAh Li-ion rechargeable battery pack
• 1 desktop charger

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Main characteristics
• PMR446 Transceiver
• IP67 certified: the housing protects the device from dust and from
water infiltration up to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes
• Output power: ≤ 500mW ERP
• Channel spacing: 12.5KHz
• Scan
• Vocal tuning
• Roger Beep
• Battery save
• Monitor
• Squelch
• Vox
COVERAGE/RANGE
The maximum range depends on terrain condition and is obtained du-
ring use in an open space.
The only limitation to maximum possible range are environmental fac-
tors such as blockage caused by trees,buildings, or other obstructions. In-
side a car or a metallic constructions, the range can be reduced. Normally
the coverage in the city, with buildings or other obstructions is about 1
or 2 Km. In open space but with obstructions like trees, leaves or houses
the maximum possible range is about 4-6 Km. In open space, without
obstructions and in sight, like for example in mountain, the coverage can
be more than 12 Km.

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Main controls and parts of the radio
1. Antenna
2. Encoder: rotate clockwise or counter-clockwise to select the desi-
red channel
3. Power/volume knob- turn clockwise to power on and increase the
volume level. Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the volume level
and power off.
4. Speaker
5. Built-in microphone
6. Led indicator: RED: TX; GREEN: RX.
7. Emergency button (it can be activated through the programming
software)
8. PTT: push this button to transmit, release it to receive.
9. Function key 1: Short pressure: Monitor function activation. Long
pressure: VOX function activation
10. Function key 2: Long pressure: SCAN function activation
11. External Speaker/Mic Jack- allows the connection with external de-
vices such as headsets, microphones.

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Operations
Power on/off and volume adjustment
Rotate the Power/Volume knob clockwise to turn the radio on.
Rotate the control clockwise /counter-clockwise to adjust the volume le-
vel as you prefer.
To turn the radio off, rotate the control counter-clockwise till hearing a
mechanical“click”.
Transmission
To communicate, all radios in your group must be set to the same chan-
nel.
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.
For a maximum clarity, hold the device at a distance of about 4/10 cm.
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 ope-
ned.
Press briefly the Function key 1 to enable such function.
Scan
This function is enabled by pushing the Function key2 for 3 seconds; the
led will alternately blink green.

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Whenever any signal is detected, the scanning will stop on a busy chan-
nel and, if no operation is done, will start after 5 seconds.
If you press the PTT, the radio will transmit on the latest busy channel;
after 10 seconds that you released the PTT, G15 will return on the default
channel and the scanning will be active.
Squelch
The Squelch function suppresses noises on free channels and allows to
receive even weak signals.
G15 has 10 different Squelch levels that can be set by programming sof-
tware: 0 means that the Squelch is turned off; from level 1 to level 9 you
will have different levels of noise reduction. The higher is the level, the
louder will be the Squelch.
By default, the Squelch level of G15 is set on level 5.
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 si-
gnals are present.
Squelch must always be adjusted when no signals are present.
The Time Out timer is settable from 30 sec to 270 sec. only through the
programming software.
This feature is disabled by default.
Battery recharge
G15 is equipped for using a 7,4V Li-ion rechargeable battery pack which
can be recharged 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 hours to fully recharge the radio. The led of the desktop charger
indicates the status of the recharge:
Red = charging, Green = full charge
For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the battery pack
when the G15 is off and the battery pack is fully discharged.
! Using a different battery charger other than the one specified can cau-
se damage to your device or may even cause explosions and personal
injuries.

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The Battery power saving feature enables a reduction in consumption of
up to 50%. If it has been set, it automatically activates when the transcei-
ver 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.
Roger Beep (End transmission tone)
When the PTT button is released, the radio will beep to confirm to other
users that you’ve finished your transmission and that they can start
talking.
The Roger Beep can be enabled through the programming software.
Keypad Beep
If this function is active, you will hear a beep tone everytime you press a
button (It can be disabled through the programming software).
Vox
The VOX feature enables hands free conversations without using PTT:
just speak in the direction of the microphone and the communication
will be automatically activated. The VOX sensitivity can be adjusted in 10
different levels (0,1,2,3…9) through the programming software:
0 means that the VOX is turned off, level 1 is set by default and has the
lowest VOX sensitivity, 9 is the highest one.
To activate the VOX feature, keep pressed for about 4 sec. the Function
key1.
With the programming software you can enable/disable the VOX feature
on the Function key and select the sensitivity levels.
Maintenance
Your G15 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
suggestions:

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• 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.
• High temperatures can shorten the life of electronic devices, and
warp or melt certain plastics. Do not store the radio in dirty areas.
• If it appears that the Radio diffuses peculiar smell or smoke, please
shut off its power immediately and take off the charger or battery
from the Radio.
• Do not transmit without antenna.

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Technical specifications
General
Frequency range 446.00625- 446.09375 MHz (PMR446)
Working temperature -20°/+55° C
Operating voltage 7.4V
Operate mode Simplex
Dimensions 105mm×50mm×32mm (without Antenna)
Weight 227g (Battery pack included)
Antenna impedance 50Ω
Duty cycle 5/5/90%
Transmitter
Frequency stability ±2.5PPM
Output power ≤500mW ERP
Max frequency deviation ≤2,5KHz
Audio distortion ≤3%
Adjacent channel power < 60 dB
Spurious radiation Within European legal terms
Occupied bandwidth Within European legal terms
Receiver
RF sensibility <0.2UV@20 dB SINAD
Audio distortion ≤3%
Audio response 300Hz ÷ 3KHz
Adjacent channel selectivity Within European legal terms
Intermodulation rejection Within European legal terms
Spurious response Within European legal terms
Blocking Within European legal terms
Hereby, CTE International declares that this G15 is in compliance with the es-
sential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
WARNING: Direct plug-in ac/dc power supply must be used for disconnecting the tran-
sceiver from the mains; the desktop charger must be positioned close to the unit and
easily accessible.

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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 cor-
rectly installed.
The radio switches off
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 cor-
responds to the one set
by the parties you are
communicating with.
It is not possible to
communicate with
other parties
An incorrect radio chan-
nel has been selected.
Select the same radio
channel used by the
parties you are commu-
nicating 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 cor-
responds to the one set
by the parties you are
communicating with.

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Reception is fragmen-
ted and/or disturbed
The signal is very weak.
Try temporarily disa-
bling the Squelch by
means of the Monitor
feature.
The transmission di-
stance is excessive and/
or there are obstacles in
the transmission path
Move closer to the
party you are com-
municating with or to
another area.
Other parties are using
the same channel
Check the traffic 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
interference (televi-
sions, 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.

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