Midland 1001z Transceiver Owners Manual

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Table of Contents
How to install your Midland mobile CB.................................. 3
Installation and operating accessories furnished with your Midland
CB: ................................................................................................... 3
Where to locate your CB transceiver. ............................................... 3
Mechanical mounting. ...................................................................... 4
Power wiring (negative ground only)....

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Welcome to the world
of  Midland electronics
Congratulations on your purchase of a state-of-the-art mobile CB radio. In
the years ahead, you can expect to realize time and again why Midland holds
the front running position among CB users everywhere. You will come to
know that Midland power is more than just a slogan, but the heading of long
list of hearable, seeable benefits. As your Midland CB experience unfolds
and grows we hope you will remember that CB is only one kind of electronic
excellence...

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Safety and convenience are the primary considerations in deciding
exactly where to locate your radio.
Caution:  Be sure that the unit is located so that it does not interfere with the
driver, supplemental restraint systems (air bags) or impair access to any
controls.  Connecting cables must be routed and secured in such a manner
as not to interfere with the operation of the brake, accelerator or other
controls. Interference from either the unit or connecting cables may
contribute to the loss of control...

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Usually, the fuse block is the most convenient connecting point. It is also
possible to connect to the Accessory terminal on the fuse block or ignition
switch, so that your CB automatically goes off when the ignition goes off.
B. Tightly connect the ground (BLACK WIRE) directly to the vehicle’s metal
frame. A good direct metal-to-metal ground is essential for optimum
performance.
, Installations using the cigarette lighter socket for power require an extra ground
wire from the radio chassis to the...

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Antenna:
How to select, position install and tune the right one for you.
Basically, you may choose from two types of mobile CB antennas -
full-length whip and loaded whip - and a variety of mounts (depending on
where you locate your antenna). 
Midland markets a broad line of high-performance antennas. The dealer who
sold you your Midland CB can advise which type is best for you.
Where you locate your antenna does make a difference.
Some general rules for antenna location that can aid CB performance:
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Antenna installation.
Follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions carefully.
, Warning:  Never operate your CB radio without attaching an antenna or with a
broken antenna cable.  This will result in damage to transmitter circuitry.
, Safety notice:   The antenna used for this radio must be installed to provide a
separation distance of at least 20cm (8 in.) from all persons and must not be co-
located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
Tuning your antenna.
Some...

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Midland MODEL 1001Z CB Operating controls
FRONT PANEL CONTROLS
 ON/OFF VOLUME: In the off position your transceiver power is off. Turn 
    this control clockwise to switch on the unit and adjust the volume.
 SQUELCH CONTROL: Adjust this control until background noise just  
    disappears. If the control is adjusted too far clockwise it may cause  
    muting of weaker signals.
S/RF POWER METER: This display is used in receiving to indicate the
relative signal strength of incoming signals.  When...

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 Push-To-Talk bar: Press this bar to cause the radio to transmit. Hold the
microphone about 2 inches from your mouth and speak in a normal voice. 

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BACK PANEL
ANTENNA CONNECTOR: Connect a standard 50-ohm CB antenna to this 
        connector.
EXT SP: When a speaker is connected to this jack, the internal speaker 
is by-passed. All received signals will be heard through the
external speaker. The speaker connected to the “EXT” jack
should be rated at 8 ohms and 5 watts.
PA JACK: An optional PA speaker may be attached to your transceiver
through the PA output jack on the back panel.  This allows you to
communicate with pedestrians or other vehicles...