Page 2 - In this book...
75-440 User manual Page. 2 In this book… IN THIS BOOK…................................................................................................................................................. 2 I NTRODUCTION .......................................................................................
Page 4 - Introduction; VOX”; Warning notes; Safety; Do not carry the transceiver by the antenna
75-440 User manual Page. 4 Introduction Congratulations. 75-440 is an advanced GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) Professional Radio. Its rugged design allows it to be your reliable partner even during hard working days. Its LCD as well as user friendly controls make the 75-440 easy to use. To exte...
Page 5 - WARNING
75-440 User manual Page. 5 • Be sure the “PTT” key is not pressed when you do not need to transmit. • Do not operate the radio near unshielded electrical blasting caps or in an explosive atmosphere. • Do not transmit without the antenna fitted on the radio . Though it is provided with a protection, ...
Page 6 - Conventions and Symbols in this Book; bold
75-440 User manual Page. 6 Conventions and Symbols in this Book This symbol marks a ‘note’. Notes are hints or tips which offer additional information to help you. , This symbol marks a ‘caution’. Cautions are special notices, which you should read and follow carefully to avoid possible damage to yo...
Page 7 - Part Names and their functions; Top
75-440 User manual Page. 7 Part Names and their functions Please have a look at the following parts description in order to familiarize yourself with the transceiver’s main parts and controls. Numbers in brackets refer to the illustration. Top [1] Antenna connector. Fit the antenna to this connector...
Page 8 - Display
75-440 User manual Page. 8 Side (left and right) [9] Microphone connector . For remote speaker/microphone, headsets for VOX use and other accessories. It must be protected with the supplied rubber cap when not in use. For the related pin connections please see to “Microphone connection”. [10] Batter...
Page 9 - Setup; Unpacking
75-440 User manual Page. 9 Setup Unpacking The following items are in the package: (a) Transceiver’s main body (b) Flexible antenna (c) Battery pack NiMH 1,300 mA/h (d) Belt clip (e) Users guide (this book!) If something is missing please promptly advise your supplier.
Page 10 - Fitting and removing the Antenna; Installing and removing the battery pack
75-440 User manual Page. 10 Fitting and removing the Antenna To fit the antenna : 1) Locate the antenna terminal (thread MX type) on transceiver’s top. 2) Hold the transceiver with one hand and the base (the thicker part) of the antenna with the other. 3) Attach the included rubber duck antenna to t...
Page 11 - Installing/removing the belt clip; To fit the belt clip; Charging the battery pack; The battery charger is for indoor use only.
75-440 User manual Page. 11 Installing/removing the belt clip The supplied belt clip allows you to hang the transceiver on your belt or jacket when you are not using the radio. To fit the belt clip onto the transceiver’s body: 1) Gently slide the clip into the appropriate guides located on the trans...
Page 12 - Basic Operations; Switching the radio ON and OFF
75-440 User manual Page. 12 Basic Operations Switching the radio ON and OFF To switch the radio on: 1) Rotate the “ PWR/VOL ” knob clockwise until the radio is switched on. The CPU will start an auto test as follows: • LED will glow GREEN, then RED and turn OFF. • LCD will display all segments and i...
Page 14 - Transmitting; Adjusting Transmit Power
75-440 User manual Page. 14 2) To Disable “GROUP MODE ” . Press the “MON” button: “ SAT” icon is not displayed. You are now working in “ Open Traffic ”. NOTE: if “SAT” icon is never displayed, “ CTCSS/DCS ” tone is not programmed. “ GROUP MODE” function is not available. See ‘Setting “Group Mode” co...
Page 15 - Scanning channels
75-440 User manual Page. 15 Scanning channels Your 75-440 has three types of scanning available. The most used is Normal Scan . This allows you to scan all the channels you have designated in your scan list (see Creating Scan List). The next is scan with a Priority channel (channel 1). This scan all...
Page 16 - Radio lock
75-440 User manual Page. 16 2) Deactivate scan by pressing “Call” + to remove the Priority channel then press “Call” + to stop the scan. Selecting Dual Watch 1. Choose the second channel you wish to use. Press the “ CALL ” + key to activate the Priority channel. A " P " will be displayed in ...
Page 17 - Advanced Operations; Paging Call
75-440 User manual Page. 17 Advanced Operations In this section we’ll describe some advanced operation which you can do with your handheld transceiver: Handsfree Transmit (VOX) VOX (Voice Operated Transmit) is an automatic system, which allows you to automatically switch the transmission in hands fr...
Page 18 - Roger Beep; Key Beep
75-440 User manual Page. 18 Roger Beep A roger beep will be heard by the other party when “PTT” button is released. To enable or disable Roger Beep “FUNC” : Press the "FUNC" + CALL” keys. Key Beep A beep is heard by the user when any key is pressed with the exception of the “PTT” button. To ...
Page 20 - Battery Packs; Information on rechargeable batteries; Warnings for battery and chargers use
75-440 User manual Page. 20 Battery Packs Information on rechargeable batteries • When the battery pack is new it will not provide 100% of its efficiency. To reach the full battery run time you have to “run-in” the battery with at least 3-4 deep charging/discharging cycles. After that it will reach ...
Page 21 - Radio maintenance; Cleaning battery packs; Cleaning the radio; Connectors
75-440 User manual Page. 21 , Use only authorized batteries and chargers. The use of non-authorized accessories may cause burns, fire or explosions causing serious damages to the radio/battery or serious injuries to people. , Battery chargers are for indoor use only. , Be certain that your power sou...
Page 22 - Optional accessories; WARNING, RF exposure; Microphone connector
75-440 User manual Page. 22 Optional accessories These optional accessories can be used to improve the transceiver’s performances: • Spare battery pack number 81B02 . It extends the duty time . • Rapid charger number 18-388 . Recharges the battery packs in 1 hour and provides trickle charge when the...
Page 24 - Quick reference; Operation reference
75-440 User manual Page. 24 Quick reference Operation reference 1) Output Power: Press the “FUNC” key to set High or Low Power output. “LOW” icon is displayed to show that you set Low Power output. (high output has no indication) 2) Group Mode: Press the “MON” button to enable/disable GROUP MODE. “S...
Page 26 - Index
75-440 User manual Page. 26 Index A Adjusting Transmission Power 14 Volume 13 Antenna fitting/removing 10 B Battery charger rapid (optional) 22 standard 11 Battery pack Charging 11 Battery packs cleaning 21 Information on rechargeable batteries 20 Proper changing 20 Warnings for battery and chargers...
Page 28 - LIMITED WARRANTY
75-440 User manual Page. 28 LIMITED WARRANTY Midland Radio Corporation will repair or replace, at its option without charge, any Midland FRS or GMRS transceiver which fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within ONE YEAR following the initial consumer purchase. This warranty does not incl...
