In an FRS Two-Way-Radio there are 38 CTCSS codes, which means Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System. The purpose of these codes is to reduce or eliminate the interference between other users that are talking. So if you are on channel 8 Sub-Code 27, you can only talk and listen to someone that is on that same channel/sub-code.

Our radios range from a basic 14 Channels, to a Radios with 14 channels and 1694 Sub-Codes. The sub-codes makes it harder for someone to be using your same channel, therefore less interference.

Within the United States, you can use it anywhere you want to. When going on a holiday with the family, use it for Outdoor sports, in a warehouse, restaurants etc...

No! There are NO charges for using 2-way radios. You can use them as long as you like, or as long as the batteries last.

Yes, Our FRS will work with any other FRS brand on the market today.

Transmission range for any two-way radio depends on local conditions and interference. You will get more range out in an open field or across a lake than you will inside a building or on a city street.

As a general rule of thumb, if there are objects in the "line-of-site" between you and the other radio, your range will be reduced.

The M222P does not charge batteries, please use a different charger to recharge batteries.

When the radio is turned on you will see the battery symbol along with all of the other items on the display, this is just a display test and has nothing to do with the charge in the battery. If the battery gets low you will see the battery icon continously flash.

Make sure that the volume is turned up loud enough to hear. To increase the volume on a G or LXT series radio, press the up arrow button. To increase it on a GXT radio, turn the volume knob clockwise.

The icon on the radio is a low battery indicator only. It does not change to show a full or half charge. The low battery icon will come on the screen and continuously flash when the batteries are low.

The charging cord plug in on the side of the radio where it says MIC/CHG.

Remove the battery pack and reinsert it. This will allow the charge to start.

A GMRS radio has a range of up to 5 miles or more. The range is relative to the obstacles around you. On an open field, or water the range is greater.

Urban development may reduce the range to 2 miles or less. If you are in a tall building the range is about 20 floors. This is very common with two-way radios.

Yes.

Up to 7 miles (for models G-223, G225, G-227) and up to 10 miles (for model G-300) in direct line of site, over unobstructed land. Make sure unit is set to high power. Many factors will limit the range of all 2-way radios over water or land including buildings, trees, vehicles, hills, mountains, and the condition of the batteries.

Also, the communication range between any pair of 2-way radios is greatly reduced when either or both radios are operated from inside a vehicle or building. Please note that the range of all 2-way radios can vary greatly under different conditions and terrain.

If the batteries are fully charged and you have it on high power, you may have a problem if it only transmits 100 yards. If it has been 3 years or less since your purchase, send the radio to us along with a copy of your sales receipt.

Yes, they are charged. There are two different chargers for the AVP3. If the lights on the charger go out when you take them out of the charger, you have our new model charger and you will never see a green light. Charge the batteries for 24 hours on the initial charge and 8-10 hours after each use.

If your radio does not have BP as one of the menu selections, you can not turn the beeps off. The only thing you can do to keep beeps from coming out of the speaker is to use the AVP-1 headset.

If the radios are used on a daily basis, leaving them in the charger overnight and over the weekend is fine.

Not at this time. Radio Shack has a 9vdc car charger and correct plug for the Mic jack. (9v cigarette lighter Plug w/cord). The tip of the plug is positive.

Make sure that the radio is set to high power by pressing the mode button. Check to see that the batteries have a good charge. Insure that there are as few obstructions between the two points of communication.

The battery indicator on the display is not a battery meter. The battery sign will appear on the display when the batteries are low. When you turn on the unit all functions are illuminated during a self-test.

The 18216DC plugs into the charger base not the unit.

This is a store security device and can be removed and discarded after you have purchased the radios.

Range Varies on Terrain, condition, and battery power. In an open unobstructed area (open field) the range reaches up to 5 miles.

Rechargeable batteries should perform for approximately 15 hours if the radio use is 5% of the time transmitting, 5% receiving and 90% in standby.

The batteries should be charged for at least 24 hours for the first charge cycle and after the batteries have been completely discharged. Each cycle thereafter should be 8 – 10 hours to fully recharge.

No, the lights only indicate that the batteries in the radio are making contact with the charging circuit.

This feature was primarily designed to conserve battery life.

Press the "MODE" button 3 times and the "Pr" will flash next to the channel number. Change the power setting by pressing the arrow buttons to toggle the setting between "HI" and "LO". Channels 1-7 and 15-22 can be set to either "HI or "LO". Channels 8-14 can not be changed and are always set to "LO".

First you must program the vibrate feature. This is done by pressing the mode button five times, then the up arrow once, and PTT on on the side of the radio. You should now see an icon of a radio on the display. To send a call, press the PTT button twice rapidly.

No, The M222P does not have a scan function.

To protect the display from being scratched, your radio comes with a decorative thin plastic film over the display. Use your fingernail or other soft object to remove this film.

The F-10 will not charge with a 18-385. In rder to charge the F-10 you need the following items, 1) "AAA" rechargeable battery pack 2) 18-396 wall charger 3) 18-301 adapter for the F-10.

No, they do not have a full charge. Ignore the green lights and charge them for the time specified in the manual. (24hrs the first charge and 8-10 hrs after each use).

Yes.

The G-11 has 2-Watt output power, while the G-15 has 1-Watt output power.

All Midland GMRS radios work with all brands. Before using your Midland radio with another brand, check your channel frequency list to be sure that the channel you are using is the same frequency as that of the other brand.

The First 7 channels are shared FRS channels. The Last 8 Channels are exclusive GMRS channels. You will often have more users on the FRS channels causing interference and reducing your range. The range between your GMRS radio and a FRS radio will be set by the range of the less powerful FRS radio.

The button that you are pressing to talk, is actually a two part switch. The top part of the switch is indicated by a M. If you press this button and hold it you will hear noise. Press and hold it again and the noise will go away. To transmit, make sure you are pressing the bottom part of the switch.

Press and hold the MODE button to turn it on. Press and hold the MODE button to turn it off.

Yes, all Midland GMRS and FRS radios are compatible with other GMRS and FRS radios. When communicating with a different model or different brand, you should check the channel frequency tables for each radio (in the owner’s manuals) and select a common frequency, regardless of channel number.

Privacy codes (CTCSS) are also compatible on all Midland GMRS and FRS radio models capable of this feature. Each radio must be set to the same channel and CTCSS code for the radios to communicate with each other. Privacy code settings may be different on brands other than Midland.

The difference between the two is that the G-30 comes with a Drop-in 90 Minute Rapid Charger, while the G-28 comes with a Wall Charger.

No. All orders are shipped via UPS or FedEx which cannot deliver to a PO Box.

All warranties are found on the last page of the owner’s manual.  If your radio needs to be repaired, please follow these simple instructions:

1. Include a money order or a MasterCard/Visa number including name, billing address and expiration date. (No checks will be accepted). Below is a list of repair prices. This price includes repair and return shipping. Weather Monitors: $45.00 CB: $45.00 Side Band: $65.00 Marine: $65.00 FRS/GMRS: $20.00

2. Include a short note outlining what is wrong with the radio.

3. Ship the radio to: Midland Radio Corporation 5900 Parretta Drive Kansas City, MO 64120.

This only pertains to those, whose warranty has expired or those who do not have a copy of their purchase receipt. If your warranty is still in effect, please include a copy of your receipt, a short note explaining what is wrong and the radio. Please ship it to the above address. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for repair.

Orders placed through our web page are processed by our office staff once each week day, and usually ship the next business day. For example, an order placed late in the day on Monday would be processed on Tuesday and shipped on Wednesday.

Backorders, holidays and other events beyond our control may cause further delays.