Midland Radio LXT118 Series User Manual

Your LXT118 Series radio operates with 3 AAA alkaline batteries or NiMH 

rechargeable batteries. The belt clip should be removed to ease installation 

or removal of the batteries.

To install the batteries:

1.  With the back of the radio facing you, remove the belt clip (see diagram 

below) for easy access, then remove the Battery Cover by pressing 

down on the top center and sliding it down from the radio.

2.  Insert 3 AAA batteries observing the polarity as shown on the Battery 

Compartment. Installing the batteries incorrectly will prevent the unit 

from operating or may damage the unit.

3.  Return the Battery Cover by sliding it up on the radio. Replace the belt 

clip, making sure it locks into place.

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

BATTERY

COMPARTMENT

COVER

Press here and 

push down to open

BELT CLIP

LOCK TAB

BELT CLIP 

LATCH

Your LXT118 Series is equipped for using rechargeable NiMH batteries 

which can be recharged by inserting the AC adapter into the radio charge 

jack. Initial charge time is 24 hours. Charge time is about 12 hours thereaf-

ter. For maximum battery life, we recommend charging the batteries when 

the low battery icon comes on. Remove the radios from the charger when 

the charge time expires.

1. Only use our NiMH batteries.

2. Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries or any batteries or bat-

tery packs other than the one indicated in the manual. This may 

cause leakage and damage to the radio.

3. For long term storage of the radio, turn the radio OFF and remove 

the batteries from the radio.

To use an optional speaker / microphone or headset:
l

 Insert the plug(s) into the 

SPK/MIC jacks.

l

 Place the earbud into your ear, and adjust the mic to your 

desired position.

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