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COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3
10/22/01
12:47 PM
Page 1
ENGLISH
Operating Instructions for Your Cobra ® microTALK®
2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 130-2 VP (ENGLISH)
Operating Instructions for Your Cobra ® microTALK®
2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 130-2 VP (FRENCH)
Operating Instructions for Your Cobra ® microTALK®
2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 130-2 VP (SPANISH)
FPO
Nothing comes
close to a Cobra™
(ENG)
Nothing comes
close to a Cobra™
(FR)
Nothing comes
close to a Cobra™
(SPAN)
English, pages 1-8
French, pages 9-16
™ 17-22
Nothing comes close to aSpanish,
Cobra
pages
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P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S
Product Features
Antenna
• TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a
2 mile (3 km) range
• 14 CHANNELS
• BATTERY SAVER circuitry
• CALL ALERT
• “ROGER BEEP” confirmation tone
• AUTO SQUELCH
• MAXIMUM RANGE extender
• BACKLIT LCD display
• EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack
• BELT CLIP
• WRIST STRAP
• 2 NiCAD BATTERY packs
• 2-PORT DESKTOP CHARGER
belt clip
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
TALK
button
backlit LCD
display
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
CHANNEL
SELECT
buttons
CALL
button
battery
charger
pads
LOCK tab
speaker/
microphone
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button
battery
compartment
TALK
button
external speaker/
microphone jack
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the condition that
this device does not cause harmful interference.
FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution
of transistors, regular diodes or other parts of
a unique nature, with parts other than those
recommended by Cobra®, may cause a
violation of the technical regulations of part
95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of Type
Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.
ENGLISH
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
INTRODUCTION
Caring for Your
microTALK® Radio
Your microTALK® radio will give you years of
trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are
a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio gently,
2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never put the
radio in water or in a damp place and
4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Installing or
Replacing Batteries
1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the
battery compartment cover.
LOCK tab
Making Life Easier and Safer
People have found lots of convenient and
helpful ways to use their microTALK® radios.
Over time, you’re bound to discover uses of
your own. For example, you can…
• stay in touch with others while hiking,
bicycling, etc.
• keep track of family and friends in
a shopping mall
• communicate between different floors
of a building
• talk with neighbors
• check with traveling companions in
another car
• arrange a meeting spot at crowded
public events
2. Insert your NiCAD battery pack or four
AAA batteries. Position batteries
according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: NiCAD batteries are included with your
microTALK® radio. When not using your NiCADs,
always use high quality alkaline batteries.
Recharge NiCAD battery pack according to the
instructions for the FA-CG charger.)
COBRA-010 FRS-130-2 VP.r3
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O P E R AT I O N
Turning On Your
microTALK® Radio
1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch
clockwise to turn on the unit (and to
adjust the volume). An audible tone
will indicate the radio is on.
ON-OFF/
VOLUME
switch
Battery Low
When battery power is low, the BATT LOW
indicator will blink.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK radio has a unique circuit
designed to extend battery life. If there are
no transmissions within 10 seconds, the
unit will automatically switch to Battery
Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear
in the display. This will not affect the unit’s
ability to receive incoming transmissions.
®
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O P E R AT I O N
Selecting a Channel
Talking to Another Person
Listening for a Response
1. With the radio on, select any of the
14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP
or CHANNEL DOWN button.
(NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to
the same channel to communicate.)
1. Press and hold the TALK button.
When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive
incoming transmissions. Your
microTALK® is always in listening
mode while the TALK button is
not pressed.
CHANNEL
DOWN
button
CHANNEL
UP
button
TALK button
2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a
normal voice.
Calling Another Person
To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button.
The other person will hear a 2-second
ringing tone.
You cannot send or receive transmissions
during the 2-second call tone.
CALL
button
2. Adjust the volume by rotating the
ON-OFF/VOLUME switch.
VOLUME
switch
ay
es aw
2 inch
3. Release the button when you’re finished
talking and listen for a response. You
cannot receive incoming calls while
pressing the TALK button.
TALK button
Illuminating the Display
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to illuminate the
display for 10 seconds.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button
“Roger Beep”
Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when
you release the TALK button. This alerts the
other party that you are finished talking
and it is o.k. for them to speak.
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O P E R AT I O N
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK radio is equipped with
Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off
weak transmissions and unwanted noise
due to terrain conditions or if you’ve
reached your maximum range limit.
®
Maximum Range Extender
You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch,
allowing all signals to be received and
extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 5 seconds. You will hear
2 beeps indicating that Maximum
Range Extender is on.
2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off,
press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 1 second, or change channels.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button
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External Speaker/
Microphone Jack
Your microTALK® radio can be fitted
with an external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for
other tasks. See page 7 for optional
accessories. To attach the external
speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of
the unit.
2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.
external speaker/
microphone
SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack
microTALK® Range
Your microTALK® radio has a range of up
to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will vary
depending on terrain and conditions. In
flat, open country your radio will operate
at maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the
signal can reduce the range. Dense
foliage and hilly terrain will further
reduce the signal.
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See above for details.
LIMITED 2-YEAR WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra® FRS
Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of
defects in workmanship and materials for period of two
(2) years from the date of first consumer purchase. This
warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser,
provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
Cobra® will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,
defective FRS radios, products or component parts upon delivery
to the Cobra® Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof
of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy
of a sales receipt.
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship
the product for warranty service, but the return charges will
be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced
under warranty.
Customer Assistance
After reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questions
about installing or operating your microTALK® radio, or if you
are missing any parts, please contact Cobra® first. Do not
return this product to the store. Cobra® Electronics offers the
following customer support services.
• Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087.
• Customer Service Operators are available at
the same number 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST
Monday through Friday (except holidays).
• Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269.
• Technical assistance is available on-line in the
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at
www.cobra.com or by e-mail to
productinfo@cobra.com.
If your product should require factory service please
call Cobra® first before sending your unit in. This will
ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair.
You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra® factory.
It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to
have the product serviced and returned.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply 1) to any product
damaged by accident; 2) in the event of misuse or abuse of the
product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs;
3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed;
4) if the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A.
All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty. Cobra® shall not be liable for any
incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without
limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of
installation.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation
of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations
may not apply to you.
1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-ofpurchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon
of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it
cannot be returned.
2. Send the entire product.
3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit.
Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of
where the unit is to be returned.
4. Pack unit securely to prevent damage in transit.
If possible, use the original packing material.
5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such
as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to avoid
loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics
Corporation, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.
6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will
either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model.
Please allow approximately 3-4 weeks before contacting
us for status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter will
automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge
or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please
call 773-889-3087 for assistance.
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WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE•SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADA
Your new Cobra® FRS is covered by a two (2) year replacement
warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this
product within two years from the original date of purchase, it
will be replaced. Please return the FRS radio to your dealer with
original or copy of dated proof of purchase.
This warranty does not cover damages due to careless handling,
negligence, accident, abuse or failure to follow operating
instructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the serial
number cancels all obligations of this warranty. This warranty
gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may
be provided by law in some areas.
Customer Assistance
After reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questions
about installing or operating your microTALK® radio, or if you
are missing any parts, please contact Cobra® first. Do not
return this product to the store. Cobra® Electronics offers the
following customer support service.
• Technical assistance is available on-line in
the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail
to productinfo@cobra.com.
For out of warranty service, ship prepaid this product to:
AVS Technologies Inc., 2100 TransCanada Hwy S., Montreal,
Quebec, H9P 2N4. We reserve the right to repair or replace
the unit with an equivalent product. Please include the
following information:
Date of purchase:
Model No.:
Dealer Purchased from:
Dealer address:
Dealer phone No.:
General Specifications
A. FREQUENCIES
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT
CH 1: 462.5625MHz
CH 2: 462.5875MHz
CH 3: 462.6125MHz
CH 4: 462.6375MHz
CH 5: 462.6625MHz
CH 6: 462.6875MHz
CH 7: 462.7125MHz
C. TRANSMITTER
CH 8:
CH 9:
CH 10:
CH 11:
CH 12:
CH 13:
CH 14:
467.5625MHz
467.5875MHz
467.6125MHz
467.6375MHz
467.6625MHz
467.6875MHz
467.7125MHz
B. RECEIVER
1. SENSITIVITY
FOR 12 DB SINAD
FOR CALL SIG DETECTION
2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD
3. MAX. S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT
4. SQUELCH
a) SENSITIVITY
b) ATTACK TIME
c) CLOSING TIME
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW
7. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION
8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION
9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION
UNIT
NOMINAL
dBm
dBm
mW
dB
-121
-121
200
50
dB m
mS
mS
-121
150
200
dB
dB
+/-KHZ
dB
dB
dB
-3
-10
60
65
55
1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER
2. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY
3. MODULATION LIMITING
4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
6. AUDIO DISTORTION
7. HUM NOISE
8. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIOR
a) TX ON
b) TX OFF
UNIT
mW
+_ Hz
KHz
mS
NOMINAL
500
500
2.5
30
dB
dB
dB
-10
38
mS
mS
30
HR
24
4.0 - 6.0
D. POWER SUPPLY
1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO)
2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE
Replacement
Belt Clip
FA-BC3
ACCESSORIES • ORDER FORM
Vox Headset Mic
MA-VOX
Item #
Ordering from U.S.
Call 773-889-3087
for pricing or visit
www.cobra.com
For credit card orders fill
out order form and fax
to 773-622-2269
Or call 773-889-3087
(Press 1 from the main
menu) 8:00 am- 6:00 pm,
M-F, CST.
Ear Bud Mic
with PTT
MA-EBM
US Cost Ea.
Make check or money
order payable to:
Cobra Electronics
Attn: Accessories Dept.
6500 West Cortland St.
Chicago, IL 60707
Please allow 2-3 weeks
for delivery in U.S.
Amount
Shipping/Handling
$25.00 and under
$4.75
$25.01- $40.00
$6.95
$40.01- $80.00
$9.25
$80.01- $120.00
$10.25
$120.01- $160.00
$11.75
$160.01 and up
$14.50
Tax Illinois residents add 8.75%
Table Indiana residents add 5%
Michigan residents add 6%
For AK, HI and
PR please add
an additional
$15.00 for
UPS shipments.
Ohio residents add 6%
Wisconsin residents add 5%
Lapel Speaker/
Microphone
MA-SM
Canada Cost Ea.
Ordering from Canada
(Call 514-683-1771
for pricing)
Order by phone:
Call 514-683-1771
(Press 1 from the main menu)
9 a.m. - 5p.m., M-F, EST.
Order by e-mail:
cobraextras@avs.ca
Order by mail or fax: Please
fill out order form below,
and mail/fax directly to:
AVS Technologies Inc.
2100 Trans Canada Hwy. S.
Montreal, Que. H9P 2N4
Fax to: 514-683-5307
Please allow 4-6 weeks
for delivery in Canada.
NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
FA-BP
Qty.
2 Port Desktop
Charger
FA-CG
Amount
U.S. Subtotal
(Tax if applicable)
Shipping/handling
Total
Canada Amount
G.S.T.7%
*QST 7.5%
Shipping/ handling
Total
$5.50
*Quebec residents only
Prices subject to change without notice.
To order online,
please visit our website:
www.cobra.com
Click “shop Cobra®”
Name _____________________________________________________________________
Address (No P.O. Box) ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________ State/Province ______________ Zip___________ Country _______
Telephone (___) _________________________
Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover
Credit Card No. ___________________________________ Exp. Date _____________________
Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________
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FRENCH
P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S
Product Features
Antenna
• TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a
2 mile (3 km) range
• 14 CHANNELS
• BATTERY SAVER circuitry
• CALL ALERT
• “ROGER BEEP” confirmation tone
• AUTO SQUELCH
• MAXIMUM RANGE extender
• BACKLIT LCD display
• EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack
• BELT CLIP
• WRIST STRAP
• 2 NiCAD BATTERY packs
• 2-PORT DESKTOP CHARGER
belt clip
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
TALK
button
backlit LCD
display
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
CHANNEL
SELECT
buttons
CALL
button
battery
charger
pads
LOCK tab
speaker/
microphone
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button
battery
compartment
TALK
button
external speaker/
microphone jack
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
FRENCH
INTRODUCTION
Caring for Your
microTALK® Radio
Your microTALK® radio will give you years of
trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are
a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio gently,
2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never put the
radio in water or in a damp place and
4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Installing or
Replacing Batteries
1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the
battery compartment cover.
LOCK tab
Making Life Easier and Safer
People have found lots of convenient and
helpful ways to use their microTALK® radios.
Over time, you’re bound to discover uses of
your own. For example, you can…
• stay in touch with others while hiking,
bicycling, etc.
• keep track of family and friends in
a shopping mall
• communicate between different floors
of a building
• talk with neighbors
• check with traveling companions in
another car
• arrange a meeting spot at crowded
public events
2. Insert your NiCAD battery pack or four
AAA batteries. Position batteries
according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: NiCAD batteries are included with your
microTALK® radio. When not using your NiCADs,
always use high quality alkaline batteries.
Recharge NiCAD battery pack according to the
instructions for the FA-CG charger.)
10
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FRENCH
O P E R AT I O N
Turning On Your
microTALK® Radio
1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch
clockwise to turn on the unit (and to
adjust the volume). An audible tone
will indicate the radio is on.
ON-OFF/
VOLUME
switch
Battery Low
When battery power is low, the BATT LOW
indicator will blink.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK radio has a unique circuit
designed to extend battery life. If there are
no transmissions within 10 seconds, the
unit will automatically switch to Battery
Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear
in the display. This will not affect the unit’s
ability to receive incoming transmissions.
®
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FRENCH
O P E R AT I O N
Selecting a Channel
Talking to Another Person
Listening for a Response
1. With the radio on, select any of the
14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP
or CHANNEL DOWN button.
(NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to
the same channel to communicate.)
1. Press and hold the TALK button.
When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive
incoming transmissions. Your
microTALK® is always in listening
mode while the TALK button is
not pressed.
CHANNEL
DOWN
button
CHANNEL
UP
button
TALK button
2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a
normal voice.
Calling Another Person
To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button.
The other person will hear a 2-second
ringing tone.
You cannot send or receive transmissions
during the 2-second call tone.
CALL
button
2. Adjust the volume by rotating the
ON-OFF/VOLUME switch.
VOLUME
switch
ay
es aw
2 inch
3. Release the button when you’re finished
talking and listen for a response. You
cannot receive incoming calls while
pressing the TALK button.
TALK button
Illuminating the Display
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to illuminate the
display for 10 seconds.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button
“Roger Beep”
Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when
you release the TALK button. This alerts the
other party that you are finished talking
and it is o.k. for them to speak.
12
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FRENCH
O P E R AT I O N
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK radio is equipped with
Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off
weak transmissions and unwanted noise
due to terrain conditions or if you’ve
reached your maximum range limit.
®
Maximum Range Extender
You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch,
allowing all signals to be received and
extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 5 seconds. You will hear
2 beeps indicating that Maximum
Range Extender is on.
2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off,
press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 1 second, or change channels.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button
13
Page 14
External Speaker/
Microphone Jack
Your microTALK® radio can be fitted
with an external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for
other tasks. See page 7 for optional
accessories. To attach the external
speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of
the unit.
2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.
external speaker/
microphone
SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack
microTALK® Range
Your microTALK® radio has a range of up
to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will vary
depending on terrain and conditions. In
flat, open country your radio will operate
at maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the
signal can reduce the range. Dense
foliage and hilly terrain will further
reduce the signal.
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See above for details.
WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE•SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADA
Your new Cobra® FRS is covered by a two (2) year replacement
warranty. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in this
product within two years from the original date of purchase, it
will be replaced. Please return the FRS radio to your dealer with
original or copy of dated proof of purchase.
This warranty does not cover damages due to careless handling,
negligence, accident, abuse or failure to follow operating
instructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the serial
number cancels all obligations of this warranty. This warranty
gives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may
be provided by law in some areas.
Customer Assistance
After reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questions
about installing or operating your microTALK® radio, or if you
are missing any parts, please contact Cobra® first. Do not
return this product to the store. Cobra® Electronics offers the
following customer support service.
• Technical assistance is available on-line in
the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
section at www.cobra.com or by e-mail
to productinfo@cobra.com.
For out of warranty service, ship prepaid this product to:
AVS Technologies Inc., 2100 TransCanada Hwy S., Montreal,
Quebec, H9P 2N4. We reserve the right to repair or replace
the unit with an equivalent product. Please include the
following information:
Date of purchase:
Model No.
Dealer Purchased from:
Dealer address:
Dealer phone No.:
General Specifications
A. FREQUENCIES
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT
CH 1: 462.5625MHz
CH 2: 462.5875MHz
CH 3: 462.6125MHz
CH 4: 462.6375MHz
CH 5: 462.6625MHz
CH 6: 462.6875MHz
CH 7: 462.7125MHz
B. RECEIVER (continued)
CH 8:
CH 9:
CH 10:
CH 11:
CH 12:
CH 13:
CH 14:
467.5625MHz
467.5875MHz
467.6125MHz
467.6375MHz
467.6625MHz
467.6875MHz
467.7125MHz
B. RECEIVER
1. SENSITIVITY
FOR 12 DB SINAD
FOR CALL SIG DETECTION
2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD
3. MAX. S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT
4. SQUELCH
a) SENSITIVITY
b) ATTACK TIME
c) CLOSING TIME
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
UNIT
NOMINAL
dBm
dBm
mW
dB
-121
-121
200
50
dB m
mS
mS
-121
150
200
dB
dB
-3
-10
6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW
7. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION
8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION
9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION
+/-KHZ
dB
dB
dB
60
65
55
C. TRANSMITTER
1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER
2. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY
3. MODULATION LIMITING
4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
6. AUDIO DISTORTION
7. HUM NOISE
8. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIOR
a) TX ON
b) TX OFF
UNIT
mW
+_ Hz
KHz
mS
NOMINAL
500
500
2.5
30
dB
dB
dB
-10
38
mS
mS
30
HR
24
4.0 - 6.0
D. POWER SUPPLY
1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO)
2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE
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FRENCH
ACCESSORIES • ORDER FORM
Replacement
Belt Clip
FA-BC3
Vox Headset Mic
MA-VOX
Item #
Ear Bud Mic
with PTT
MA-EBM
Page 16
Lapel Speaker/
Microphone
MA-SM
Cost Ea.
NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
FA-BP
Qty.
Ordering from Canada
Call 514-683-1771 for pricing.
Order by phone: Call 514-683-1771 (Press 1 from the main menu)
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-F, EST.
Order by e-mail: cobraextras@avs.ca
Order by mail or fax: Please fill out order form below,and mail/fax directly to:
AVS Technologies Inc.
2100 Trans Canada Hwy. S.
Montreal, Que. H9P 2N4
Fax to: 514-683-5307
Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.
Amount
G.S.T.7%
*QST 7.5%
Shipping/ handling
Total
2 Port Desktop
Charger
FA-CG
Amount
$5.50
*Quebec residents only
Prices subject to change without notice.
For additional customer
assistance and warranty
information, contact your
local dealer.
Name _____________________________________________________________________
Address (No P.O. Box) ___________________________________________________________
City ____________________ State/Province ______________ Zip___________ Country _______
Telephone (___) _________________________
Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover
Credit Card No. ___________________________________ Exp. Date _____________________
Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________
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SPANISH
P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S
Product Features
Antenna
• TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a
2 mile (3 km) range
• 14 CHANNELS
• BATTERY SAVER circuitry
• CALL ALERT
• “ROGER BEEP” confirmation tone
• AUTO SQUELCH
• MAXIMUM RANGE extender
• BACKLIT LCD display
• EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack
• BELT CLIP
• WRIST STRAP
• 2 NiCAD BATTERY packs
• 2-PORT DESKTOP CHARGER
belt clip
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
TALK
button
backlit LCD
display
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
CHANNEL
SELECT
buttons
CALL
button
battery
charger
pads
LOCK tab
speaker/
microphone
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button
battery
compartment
TALK
button
external speaker/
microphone jack
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
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SPANISH
INTRODUCTION
Caring for Your
microTALK® Radio
Your microTALK® radio will give you years of
trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are
a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio gently,
2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never put the
radio in water or in a damp place and
4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Installing or
Replacing Batteries
1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the
battery compartment cover.
LOCK tab
Making Life Easier and Safer
People have found lots of convenient and
helpful ways to use their microTALK® radios.
Over time, you’re bound to discover uses of
your own. For example, you can…
• stay in touch with others while hiking,
bicycling, etc.
• keep track of family and friends in
a shopping mall
• communicate between different floors
of a building
• talk with neighbors
• check with traveling companions in
another car
• arrange a meeting spot at crowded
public events
2. Insert your NiCAD battery pack or four
AAA batteries. Position batteries
according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: NiCAD batteries are included with your
microTALK® radio. When not using your NiCADs,
always use high quality alkaline batteries.
Recharge NiCAD battery pack according to the
instructions for the FA-CG charger.)
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SPANISH
O P E R AT I O N
Turning On Your
microTALK® Radio
1. Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch
clockwise to turn on the unit (and to
adjust the volume). An audible tone
will indicate the radio is on.
ON-OFF/
VOLUME
switch
Battery Low
When battery power is low, the BATT LOW
indicator will blink.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK radio has a unique circuit
designed to extend battery life. If there are
no transmissions within 10 seconds, the
unit will automatically switch to Battery
Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear
in the display. This will not affect the unit’s
ability to receive incoming transmissions.
®
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SPANISH
O P E R AT I O N
Selecting a Channel
Talking to Another Person
Listening for a Response
1. With the radio on, select any of the
14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL UP
or CHANNEL DOWN button.
(NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to
the same channel to communicate.)
1. Press and hold the TALK button.
When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive
incoming transmissions. Your
microTALK® is always in listening
mode while the TALK button is
not pressed.
CHANNEL
DOWN
button
CHANNEL
UP
button
TALK button
2. With the microphone about 2 inches
(5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a
normal voice.
Calling Another Person
To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button.
The other person will hear a 2-second
ringing tone.
You cannot send or receive transmissions
during the 2-second call tone.
CALL
button
2. Adjust the volume by rotating the
ON-OFF/VOLUME switch.
VOLUME
switch
ay
es aw
2 inch
3. Release the button when you’re finished
talking and listen for a response. You
cannot receive incoming calls while
pressing the TALK button.
TALK button
Illuminating the Display
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to illuminate the
display for 10 seconds.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button
“Roger Beep”
Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when
you release the TALK button. This alerts the
other party that you are finished talking
and it is o.k. for them to speak.
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SPANISH
O P E R AT I O N
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK® radio is equipped with
Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off
weak transmissions and unwanted noise
due to terrain conditions or if you’ve
reached your maximum range limit.
Maximum Range Extender
You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch,
allowing all signals to be received and
extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 5 seconds. You will hear
2 beeps indicating that Maximum
Range Extender is on.
2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off,
press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 1 second, or change channels.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button
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SPANISH
WARRANTY•ACCESSORIES•SPECIFICATIONS
For customer assistance and warranty
information, contact your local dealer.
External Speaker/
Microphone Jack
Your microTALK® radio can be fitted
with an external speaker/microphone
(not included), freeing your hands for
other tasks. See page 7 for optional
accessories. To attach the external
speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of
the unit.
2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.
external speaker/
microphone
SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack
microTALK® Range
Your microTALK® radio has a range of up
to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will vary
depending on terrain and conditions. In
flat, open country your radio will operate
at maximum range.
Buildings and foliage in the path of the
signal can reduce the range. Dense
foliage and hilly terrain will further
reduce the signal.
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See above for details.
For accessory availability and pricing, contact your local dealer.
Replacement Belt Clip
FA-BC3
Lapel Speaker/Microphone
MA-SM
Ear Bud Mic
with PTT
MA-EBM
Vox Headset Mic
MA-VOX
2 Port Desktop Charger
FA-CG
NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack
FA-BP
General Specifications
A. FREQUENCIES
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT
CH 1: 462.5625MHz
CH 2: 462.5875MHz
CH 3: 462.6125MHz
CH 4: 462.6375MHz
CH 5: 462.6625MHz
CH 6: 462.6875MHz
CH 7: 462.7125MHz
C. TRANSMITTER
CH 8:
CH 9:
CH 10:
CH 11:
CH 12:
CH 13:
CH 14:
467.5625MHz
467.5875MHz
467.6125MHz
467.6375MHz
467.6625MHz
467.6875MHz
467.7125MHz
B. RECEIVER
1. SENSITIVITY
FOR 12 DB SINAD
FOR CALL SIG DETECTION
2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD
3. MAX. S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT
4. SQUELCH
a) SENSITIVITY
b) ATTACK TIME
c) CLOSING TIME
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW
7. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION
8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION
9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION
UNIT
NOMINAL
dBm
dBm
mW
dB
-121
-121
200
50
dB m
mS
mS
-121
150
200
dB
dB
+/-KHZ
dB
dB
dB
-3
-10
60
65
55
1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER
2. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY
3. MODULATION LIMITING
4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
6. AUDIO DISTORTION
7. HUM NOISE
8. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIOR
a) TX ON
b) TX OFF
UNIT
mW
+_ Hz
KHz
mS
NOMINAL
500
500
2.5
30
dB
dB
dB
-10
38
mS
mS
30
HR
24
4.0 - 6.0
D. POWER SUPPLY
1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO)
2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE
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The Cobra® line of
quality products includes:
CB radios
microTALK® radios
Radar/Laser Detectors
Safety Alert ®
Traffic Warning Systems
Accessories
HighGear™ Accessories
(ENGLISH)
For more information about
our products or to order online,
please visit our website:
www.cobra.com
Click “shop Cobra®”
Nothing comes close to a Cobra™
Printed in China Part No. 480-021-P
The Cobra® line of
quality products includes:
The Cobra® line of
quality products includes:
CB radios
microTALK® radios
Radar/Laser Detectors
Safety Alert ®
Traffic Warning Systems
Accessories
HighGear™ Accessories
CB radios
microTALK® radios
Radar/Laser Detectors
Safety Alert ®
Traffic Warning Systems
Accessories
HighGear™ Accessories
(FRENCH)
(SPANISH)
Nothing comes close to a Cobra™
Nothing comes close to a Cobra™
Printed in China Part No. 480-021-P
Printed in China Part No. 480-021-P
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