Midland T10 & T30 Series Walkie Talkies – Full User Guide

The Midland T10 and T30 Series are Family Radio Service (FRS) walkie talkies designed for everyday communication which offer up to 22 channels, weather alerts, privacy codes, VOX, and multiple convenience features.

Key Features

• 22 GMRS/FRS Channels
• 38 CTCSS Privacy Codes
• NOAA Weather Radio & Alerts
• VOX (hands-free operation)
• Call Alert Tone
• Scan & Monitor Modes
• Roger Beep (end of transmission tone)
• Keypad Lock
• Silent Operation Mode
• Battery Meter / Low Battery Indicator
• USB Charging (Model T31 only)
• External Speaker/Mic Jack (T31 only)

What’s in the Box

• 2 Walkie Talkies (T10 or T30)
• Belt Clips
• Owner’s Manual
• (T31 kits only): USB Charging Cable, Rechargeable Batteries

Power Options

Battery Installation

• Compatible with 3 AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries or 3 AAA alkaline batteries.
• Remove belt clip for access by pulling the LOCK TAB away from the radio, then gently pull the belt clip toward the top of the radio.
• Insert batteries with proper polarity, then replace cover and clip.

Charging (T31 Only)

• Plug the USB cable into a USB power source and into the charging jack on the radio.
• Charging indicators:
  • Bars flash while charging
  • Display reads "FULL" when complete
• Recommended charge time: 12 hours (radio OFF)

Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries.

Display & Controls

LCD Display

1. NOAA Weather Band Icon
2. Key Lock Icon
3. VOX Icon
4. Channel Number
5. Privacy Code
6. Battery Meter
7. Receive (RX) Icon
8. Transmit (TX) Icon

9. Privacy Code Icon

   

   Controls

10. PTT Button
11. Call/Lock Button
12. Mic
13. USB Charging Jack
14. Speaker
15. Antenna
16. External Speaker/Mic Jack
17. Menu Button
18. Monitor/Scan Button
19. UP/WX and Down

Getting Started

Power ON/OFF & Volume

• Hold MENU/POWER for 3 seconds to turn on/off
• Use ▲/▼ to adjust volume

Reset to Default

• Turn ON the radio while holding ▲ to reset to Channel 1 with no privacy code

Using the Radio

Selecting a Channel

• Press MENU, then ▲/▼ to choose channels 1–22
• Confirm with PTT or MENU

Setting Privacy Codes

• Press MENU twice, use ▲/▼ to select one of 38 codes
• “oF” disables privacy
• All radios must match channel + code to communicate

VOX (Hands-Free)

• Press MENU until “VOX” appears
• Select “on” or “oF” using ▲/▼
• Confirm with PTT or MENU

Roger Beep

• Enables a tone when PTT is released
• In MENU, look for “rb” icon to turn on/off

Silent Operation

• Disables all button beeps
• In MENU, find "bP" to turn on/off

Advanced Functions

Call Alert

• Press CALL to send alert tone

Monitor

• Hold MONITOR 3 sec to open squelch and listen for weak signals
• Repeat to exit

Scan

• Press SCAN briefly to scan all channels
• Stops for 6 seconds when activity is detected

NOAA Weather Features

Weather Radio

• Hold WX/UP for 5 seconds to enter WX band
• Use MENU to select channels 1–10
• Press PTT to exit

Weather Alert

• While in WX mode:
  • Press MENU twice to access alert setting
  • Set to “on” or “oF”
• When alert is triggered, radio beeps for 20 seconds and switches to WX mode

Battery Indicator

• Bars on the screen show battery life
• “bt Lo” flashes when battery is low
• Recharge if using NiMH batteries (T31 only)

Range & Conditions

For best range:

• Use fresh/charged batteries
• Use GMRS channels (1–7, 15–22)
• Operate in open, flat areas with minimal obstructions
• Keep line of sight with other radio users

Specifications

• Channels: 22 GMRS/FRS + 10 NOAA WX
• Privacy Codes: 38 CTCSS
• Power Source: 3 AAA NiMH or alkaline batteries
• Frequencies:
  • GMRS/FRS: 462.5500–467.7125 MHz
  • NOAA WX: 162.400–163.275 MHz
• Channel Spacing: 12.5 kHz
• Dimensions: Compact handheld

Troubleshooting

Accessories

Available at midlandusa.com:

• AVP1: Over-ear mic w/ PTT (pair) – $19.99
• AVPH3: Surveillance headsets (pair) – $39.99
• AVPH4: Ear wrap headsets (pair) – $39.99
• AVPH5: Behind-the-head headsets (pair) – $39.99
• AVPH7: Around-ear boom mic (pair) – $39.99
• AVPH10: Shoulder speaker mic – $39.99
• AVPH1/2: Helmet mic kits – $49.99
• AVP14: Rechargeable battery packs – $19.99

Limited Warranty (U.S. Only)

• Three-year warranty from date of purchase on radios.
• 90-day warranty on accessories.
• Does not cover misuse, water damage, or unauthorized repair.
• Submit warranty claims in the Midland Returns and Claims Portal