Midland 75-822 CB Radio – Owner’s Manual

Thank you for choosing the Midland 75-822 CB Radio. This unit is designed to provide reliable communications for both mobile and portable use. With flexible power and antenna options, it adapts to multiple environments and needs.

Important Safety Information

• Read this manual thoroughly before operating the radio.

• Do not operate the radio while driving without using a hands-free mount.

• Always use only Midland-approved accessories to ensure compliance and performance.

• Never transmit without an antenna connected.

Features

• 40 CB channels (AM)

• NOAA Weather Radio with weather alert

• Instant Channel 9 (Emergency) and Channel 19 (Information)

• Backlit multifunction LCD display

• Dual power options (mobile adapter or six AA batteries)

• Detachable antenna for mobile or handheld use

• Channel scan and memory functions

Package Contents

• Midland 75-822 CB Radio

• Handheld microphone with LCD

• Detachable antenna

• Mobile adapter with power cord

• DC cigarette lighter adapter

• Alkaline battery pack

• Belt clip

• Owner’s manual

Powering the Radio

You can operate the 75-822 in two ways:

Mobile Use

1. Plug the DC cigarette lighter adapter into your vehicle’s 12V power outlet.

2. Connect the adapter to the radio.

3. Attach an external CB antenna (magnet-mount recommended).

Portable Use

1. Insert six AA batteries into the alkaline battery pack.

2. Attach the battery pack to the radio.

3. Connect the detachable antenna.

Note: Rechargeable NiMH packs are optional and must be charged externally.

Antenna Options

• Handheld whip antenna for portable use.

• Mobile magnet-mount antenna (recommended for in-vehicle use).

• External base station antenna can be connected for maximum range.

Always ensure antennas are properly tuned and SWR is within safe limits.

Controls and Display

LCD Indicators

• Channel number

• TX/RX indicator

• S/RF meter

• Battery status

• Weather alert icon

Buttons

1. PWR – Power On/Off

2. UP/DOWN – Channel selection

3. FUNC – Access secondary functions

4. SCAN – Channel scan

5. WX – Weather channels

6. MEM – Memory storage

7. CH9/19 – Instant access to channel 9 or 19

8. Squelch control – Adjust noise threshold

9. Volume control – Adjust audio level

Operation

Turning On/Off

• Press and hold PWR until the radio powers on.

• Repeat to turn off.

Selecting a Channel

• Use UP/DOWN buttons to move through channels 1–40.

Instant Channels

• Press CH9/19 for quick access to emergency (9) or highway (19).

NOAA Weather Radio

• Press WX to enter weather mode.

• Use UP/DOWN to select one of 10 NOAA channels.

• When enabled, the weather alert function will notify you of severe weather.

Transmitting

1. Hold the radio upright.

2. Press PTT (Push-to-Talk) and speak clearly into the microphone.

3. Release to listen.

Squelch Adjustment

• Rotate squelch knob until background noise disappears.

• Set just above the noise level for best results.

Memory Channels

• Store up to 5 favorite channels for quick recall.

• Press MEM + channel number to save.

• Press MEM to cycle through stored channels.

Scanning

• Press SCAN to cycle through all 40 channels.

• Stops automatically on active channels.

• Press again to resume scanning.

Troubleshooting

Specifications

• Channels: 40 CB + 10 NOAA weather

• Frequency Range: 26.965–27.405 MHz (CB)

• Power Output: 4W (AM, legal limit)

• Power Source: 12V DC (vehicle) or 6x AA batteries

• Dimensions: 4.3" x 2.75" x 1.75"

• Weight: ~1 lb with battery pack

FCC Licensing

• No license required for CB operation in the U.S.

• Do not modify the transmitter or exceed power limits.

Warranty (U.S. Only)

3-Year Limited Warranty on radios; 90-day warranty on accessories. Does not cover water damage, misuse, or unauthorized modifications.

Submit warranty claims in the Midland Returns and Claims Portal