Midland BR10 Business Radio – Owner’s Guide

Features

1. License-Free FRS Radio

2. Up to 2 Watts Transmit Power

3. 22 Channels

4. 142 Privacy Codes (38 CTCSS / 104 DCS)

5. Voice Announcements of Status

6. Low Battery Alert

7. Battery Save Mode

8. Monitor

9. Auto Scan

10. Transmission Time Limit

11. Easy Configuration and Programming with PC

12. Compatible with Midland BR Series Accessories

13. 2-Year Warranty

What’s in the Box

• Model BR10X2: 2 radios, 2 battery packs, desktop charger, AC wall adapter, owner’s manual

• Model BR10X6: 6 radios, 6 battery packs, multi-charger, AC wall adapter, owner’s manual

Preparation

Charging the Battery Pack

• Charge radios before first use.

• Recharge when you hear 3 quick beeps or a voice prompt indicating low battery.

• LED States:

  • Red = Charging

  • Green = Fully Charged

PC Programming Setup

1. Download the BR10 programming software from the Midland BR10 product page.

2. Run the utility and follow on-screen prompts to install.

3. Use a BA1 programming cable (sold separately).

Radio and Controls

1. Push-to-Talk (PTT) Key – Hold and speak to transmit, release to receive.

2. Monitor Function Key – Hold to monitor channel activity, release to exit.

3. Power Switch/Volume Control

4. Scan Function Key – Press to start/stop scanning.

5. Channel Up – Increase channel number.

6. Channel Down – Decrease channel number.

7. Speaker/Microphone Jack – Connect external accessories.

8. Antenna

Basic Operations

Power On/Off

• Turn Power/Volume knob clockwise to power on. A beep and voice prompt will announce the channel.

• Turn counterclockwise to power off.

Volume

• Rotate knob clockwise to increase, counterclockwise to decrease.

Channel Selection

• Use Channel Up/Down keys. The radio will announce the channel number.

Transmitting

• Press and hold PTT, speak normally, hold mic 1.5 in (3–4 cm) from your mouth.

• If the battery is too low, the LED blinks red.

Receiving

1. Select the same channel (and CTCSS/DCS if enabled).

2. Adjust volume as needed.

3. Note: squelch setting affects what signals are received.

Configurable Settings (PC Software Only)

1. CTCSS / DCS

2. Squelch Level (0–9)

3. Battery Saver

4. Transmit Timeout Timer (15–600 seconds)

5. Voice Prompts (Off / English)

6. Scan Inclusion

7. Key Beeps

8. Roger Beep

Default Channel & Privacy Settings

Troubleshooting

Technical Specifications

• Frequency Range: 462.5500–462.7250 MHz / 467.5625–467.7125 MHz

• Channels: 22

• Output Power:

  • 2 Watts (Channels 1–7, 15–22)

  • 0.5 Watts (Channels 8–14)

• Antenna: Integrated, non-removable

• Battery: 1800 mAh Li-Ion

• Privacy Codes: 142

FCC & Safety Compliance

• FCC Part 15 compliant.

• Meets ANSI/IEEE and ICNIRP RF exposure standards.

• For body-worn use, keep the antenna at least 1 inch (2.5 cm) from your body unless using Midland-approved accessories.

Warranty

• Radio: 2 years (material/workmanship defects only).

• Accessories (batteries, chargers, antennas, headsets): 1 year.

• Does not cover water damage, abuse, or battery leakage.

• Submit requests for BizTalk warranty repairs and replacements here.

• Canadian customers: return through your dealer.