MIDLAND GXT500/550/565 - Manual (Page 6)

®
Page 6 www.midlandradio.com
BATTERY INSTALLATION
Your GXT500/550/565 Series radio operates with either 4 AA alkaline
batteries or an optional NiMH battery pack. The belt clip should be
removed (see below) 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 4 AA batteries observing the polarity as shown. 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
One Battery inserted
in this slot
Press here and
push down to open
Model GXT500/550/565 Series
INSTALLING THE BELT CLIP
To install the BELT CLIP, slide the clip down into the slot on the back
of the radio until the BELT CLIP LATCH clicks. To remove the BELT
CLIP, press the LOCK TAB down , then gently pull the belt clip up
toward the top of the radio.
BELT CLIP
LOCK TAB
BELT CLIP
LATCH