Cobra Electronics FRS225C Face Held Family Radio User Manual

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How to Use Your Cobra
MicroTalk 2-Way Radio
Contents
Features ..........................................................................1
Family Radio Service ................................................A1
FCC Warnings
Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators................................................A2
Our Thanks to You......................................................A3
Customer Support ...................................................A3
Operating your microTALK
Battery Installation...................................................2
Turning On..................................................................3
Illuminating the Display ........................................3
Auto Squelch.............................................................4
Maximum Range Extender/Auto Monitor......4
Select Channel..........................................................5
Select CTCSS Subcode............................................5
Calling Another Party .............................................6
Talking To Another Party .......................................6
Roger Beep Confirmation Tone...........................7
Listening For Another Party .................................7
Lock Function............................................................8
microTALK Range.....................................................9
Making Life Easier And Safer...............................10
microTALKSNAP Removable Front....................11
External Microphone/Speaker Jack...................12
Caring for Your microTALK ....................................14
Frequency Ranges .....................................................16
microTALK Specifications.......................................16
Limited Two Year Warranty....................................18
Optional Accessories................................................19
Order Form ....................................................................20
If You Think You Need Service.............Back Cover
Features of This Product
• Two-way radio with
up to a 2 mile range
• 14 channels
• 38 Subcodes
• Backlit LCD
• Roger beep confirmation
tone
• Call feature
• SuperFlex™ antenna
• Water Resistant
• Speaker/Microphone
jacks
• Belt clip
• Wrist strap
• Lock Function
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Operation
Operation
Install Batteries
Battery
Installation
Turning On Your microTALK
Turning
On Your
microTALK
Note
Batteries are not included
with microTALK 2-way
radio. Always use 3 high
quality AA alkaline batteries
or optional battery pack
(sold separately).
Only the Cobra NiMH battery (Part #FA-AA) pack
can be recharged.
Note
Whenever the unit is on
you can receive communications.
Turn the On/Off/Volume switch. An audible
“tone” will indicate the unit is on.
Illuminating
the Display
Illuminating the Display
Note
When batteries are low the
indicator willblink.
Note
Visit Cobra Electronics
(www.cobraelectronics.com)
for information about
optional battery pack and
desktop charger accessories.
Pull lock tab down
to remove battery
cover.
Insert three “AA”
batteries. Position
batteries according
to polarity markings.
Push and release
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button to illuminate display for ten seconds.
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Operation
Operation
Auto Squelch
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK is equipped with Auto Squelch,
which automatically shuts off weak transmissions
and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or
if you have reached your range limit.
Maximum
Range
Extender
Select Main Channel (1-14)
Select
Channel
Turn on the microTALK 2-Way Radio.
Note
Units must be on same
channel and subcode to
communicate.
Note
Channels 8-12 generally
are less used and give better results for communications in most areas.
Note
Push and hold the channel
button for fast channel
advance.
Maximum Range Extender
Auto Squelch can be temporarily removed to allow
all signals to enter (Maximum Range Extender).
Note
To learn more about the
range of your microTALK,
see page 9.
Select any of the 14 channels by pushing the
channel up or down buttons.
Select CTCSS
Select CTCSS Subcode (00-38)
Range is dependent on
battery condition and
geographic terrain.
Push and hold
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button to allow all signals to enter.
Press the mode button. After a short delay, small Subcode
numbers will flash next to the channel display
Note
LCD indicating the subchannel.
Selecting a CTCSS
subcode will allow you to
only hear conversations on
that selection. For
example, you may be with
a group of friends. If all of
you select channel 7 and
subcode 1, you will hear
your friends but will not
hear anybody else on
channel 7,subcodes 2
through 38.
Auto Monitor
Auto Monitor
When the signal you want to hear is consistently
weak, you may place the radio in Maximum
Range mode without having to constantly hold
the button: Press and hold the Maximum Range
Extender button for five seconds. Two beeps
confirm Auto Monitor is on. To return to normal
operation,momentarily press the Maximum Range
Extender button again or change channels.
Select subcode number by moving the channel button up or down.
When the desired code is displayed push the
mode button and release. An audible tone will
confirm your selection.
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Operation
Operation
Roger Beep
Confirmation
Tone
Roger Beep Confirmation Tone
Calling Another Party
Calling
Another
Party
To alert another par ty that you wish to
communicate:
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’s OK for them to begin
talking.
Note
Both units must be ON and
tuned to the same channel.
Your incoming “Call”signal
volume is dependent on the
unit volume setting.
Push and release
CALL button. The unit
you are calling will hear a two second ringing
tone.
Listening For Another Party
Listening For
Another Party
When finished talking:
Talking To Another Party
Talking To
Another Party
Note
While the TALK button is
depressed you cannot
receive incoming calls.
Push and hold
TALK button.
Note
While the TALK button is
depressed you cannot
receive incoming calls.
The TX/RX indicator
will be displayed.
Release TALK button to receive incoming
transmissions.
Your microTALK is always in listening mode
when the TALK button is not pressed.
Hold mic about 2 inches
from mouth.Speak in a
normal voice.
Release
TALK
button and listen for
response.
Adjust volume by turning the On/Off Volume
Switch
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Operation
Operation
Lock Function Lock Function
Note
microTALK
Range
microTALK Range
The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most
buttons to avoid accidental operation.
To engage the LOCK function:
Your microTALK Radio has a range of up to 2 miles.
This effective range can be shor tened under
some conditions.
Note
To achieve maximum
range the auto squelch
can be overridden. Refer to
Maximum Range Extender
section on page 4.
Call button, Range
Extender button and Talk
button do not lock and are
fully operational while the
unit is locked.
The unit cannot lock while
in function mode.
Push and hold Lock button until
flashes. Channel up/down and Mode buttons
are now locked. An audible tone will also confirm lock function.
To “unlock” push and hold Lock
until disappears.
button
1. Under flat, open
conditions you
will experience
the microTALK’s
maximum range.
2. Range can be
reduced by
buildings and
foliage in the
path of the signal.
3. Range will be
further reduced by
dense foliage and
hilly terrain.
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Making Life Easier and Safer
microTALK
2-Way Radios
Can Make
Life Easier
and Safer
microTALK 2-Way Radios Can Make Life
Easier and Safer
As you become familiar with your microTALK
Radio you will find many of your own uses for the
unit.
Some suggestions include:
5. Checking on traveling companions in
another car.
6. Agree on a meeting
spot after an event.
microTALK
SNAP
Removable
Front
microTALK SNAP Removable Front
1. Talking with fellow
hikers.
3. Communicating
between basement
and first, second or
third floor.
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2. Keeping track
of the kids in a
shopping mall.
4. Talking to a
neighbor or a
friend.
Your microTALK Radio comes with the new
microTALK SNAP removeable front.
TO REMOVE: Use the
slight indentation
between the SNAP
front and bottom front
of the unit to lift it off.
TO ATTACH: First
engage the tabs into
the top of the unit.
Next snap in the middle tabs. Finally snap
in the bottom tab.
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External Microphone/
Speaker Jack
External
Microphone/
Speaker Jack
External Microphone/
Speaker Jack
External Microphone/Speaker Jack
Your microTALK 2-Way Radio can be fitted with
an external microphone/speaker, (not included)
freeing your hands for other tasks.
To attach the external microphone/speaker:
Note
External microphone/
speaker is not included with
the unit. See page 19 for
optional accessories.
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Open Spkr/Mic tab on top of unit.
Insert plug into the Spkr/Mic jack.
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Caring for Your microTAL Radio
Caring
for Your
microTALK
Radio
Caring for Your microTALK Radio
The microTALK 2-Way Radio will give you years
of service if cared for properly.
Here are some suggestions:
Note
Modifying or tampering
with the radio’s internal
components can cause
malfunction and will
invalidate the warranty.
If your radio is not performing as it should, please call
Cobra at 773.889.3087.
Do not return the unit to
the retailer.
1. Handle unit gently.
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2. Keep away
from dust.
3. Never place the
unit in water or in
a moist place.
4. Avoid exposure
to extreme
temperatures.
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microTALK Specifications
microTALK Specifications
C.TRANSMITTER
I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
A.FREQUENCIES
CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT
CH 1: 462.5625MHz
CH2: 462.5875MHz
CH 3: 462.6125MHz
CH 4: 462.6375MHz
CH 5: 462.6625MHz
CH 6: 462.6875MHz
CH 7: 462.7125MHz
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
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2. CARRIER FREQ.STABILIT Y
UNIT
mW
+_ Hz
500
3. MODULATION LIMITING
KHz
2.5
1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER
UNIT
NOMINAL
1. SENSITIVITY
FOR 12 DB SINAD
FOR CALL SIG.DETECTION
dBm
dBm
-119
-121
2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD
mW
150
3. MAX.S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT
dB
45
4. SQUELCH
a) SENSITIVITY
b) ATTACK TIME
c) CLOSING TIME
dB m
mS
mS
-121
150
200
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
dB
dB
-3
-10
6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW
+/-KHZ 5
7. ADJACENT CH.REJECTION
dB
55
8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION
dB
55
9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION
dB
65
NOMINAL
500
4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME
mS
30
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE
@ 300 HZ
@ 2500 HZ
dB
dB
-10
6. AUDIO DISTORTION
7. HUM NOISE
dB
38
8. TRANSIENT FREQ.BEHAVIOR
a) TX ON
b) TX OFF
mS
mS
30
1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO)
HR
24
2. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE
3.2 - 4.5
D. POWER SUPPLY
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Limited Two Year Warranty
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.
Cobra Electronics
Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707
Optional Accessories
Vox Headset Mic
VOX (Voice Operated
Transmitter) headset and
microphone allows
hands-free operation.
MA-VOX
$49.95
Ear Bud Mic with PTT
Compact earbud and microphone with Push-to-Talk switch.
MA-EBM
$29.95
NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
High performance Nickel
Metal Hydride battery pack for
multiple charging.
FA-AA
$19.95
2 Port Desktop Charger
Charges two NiMH battery packs
(FA-AA) or two FRS 225 radios.
Replacement Belt Clip
(Note:appearance may vary)
FA-CS
$19.95
FA-BC2
$4.95
Lapel Speaker/Microphone
Remote microphone/speaker
with Push-to-Talk switch.
MA-SM
$24.95
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.
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 e xclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
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You Can Find These Fine Accessories At Your Local Cobra Dealer
If you wish, you can order directly from Cobra.
Order by phone
Call 1.773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a.m.-6 p.m. M-F CST. )
Order by mail or fax
Please fill out order form on next page, and mail/fax directly to Cobra.
Order over the Web
www.cobraelectronics.com
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Accessory Order Form
Shipping & Handling
Amount
of Order
Shipping/
Handling
$25.00 and under
$25.01 - $40.00
$40.01 - $80.00
$80.01 - $120.00
$120.01 - $160.00
$160.01 and up
$4.75
$6.95
$9.25
$10.25
$11.75
$14.50
For AK,HI and PR please
add an additional $15.00
for UPS shipments.
Item #
Description
Cost Ea.
MA-VOX
MA-EBM
MA-SM
FA-AA
FA-CS
FA-BC2
Vox Headset Mic
Ear Bud Mic with PTT
Lapel Speaker/ Microphone
NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack
2 Port Desktop Charger
Replacement Belt Clip
$49.95
$29.95
$24.95
$19.95
$19.95
$4.95
Prices subject to change without notice.
Tax Table
Illinois residents add 7%
Cook Co. residents add .75% (7.75% total)
Chicago residents add 1% (8.75% total)
Indiana residents add 5%
Michigan residents add 4 %
Ohio residents add 6%
Wisconsin residents add 5%
For credit card orders fill out order form
and fax to: 1.773.622.2269
or call 1.773.889.3087
(Press 1 from the main menu)
8:00 am - 6:00 pm,M-F,CST.
Qty.
Amount
Subtotal
(Tax if applicable)
Shipping/handling
Total
Make check or money order (no stamps)
payable to:
Cobra Electronics
Attn: Accessories Dept.
6500 West Cortland St.Chicago, IL 60707
Please print clearly
Name
Address (No P.O. Box)
City
State
Zip
Telephone (
Credit Card No.
Exp. Date
Customer Signature
Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover
Allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. Offer valid in Continental U.S.only.
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Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL 60707
If You Think You Need Service
Operating Instructions for your
For technical assistance, please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist
you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products.
(773) 889-3087
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number
8:00 am - 6:00 pm,Monday through Friday, CST.
Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at
www.cobraelectronics.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobraelectronics.com
2-Way Radio
FRS 225
If you think you need service call 1.773.889.3087
“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.
1. For Warranty Repair include some form of pr oof-of-purchase, 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 war ranty, upon receipt of your unit it will either be repaired or exchanged
depending on the model. Please allow approximately 3 to 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 1.773.889.3087 for
assistance.
Cobra Electronics Corp.© 2000
Printed in China.
Part No. 480-004-P
Nothing comes close to a Cobra™
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Controls and Indicators
Our Thanks to You
1. Antenna
2. Microphone/Speaker
Jack
3. On/Off Volume Switch
4.L LCD Display Panel
5.? Light/Max Range Button
6. Channel Select Button
7. Speaker
8.
Battery Compartment
9. Talk Button
Customer Support
Properly used, this Cobra product will give you
years of reliable service. Should you encounter
any problems with the product or not understand its many features, please refer to this
owner’s manual. If, after referring to the manual,
you still need help, call Cobra Customer Service
at 773.889.3087.
10. Call Button
11. microTALK SNAP
Removeable Front
12. Lock Button
13. Mode Button
14. Charge Pads
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Thank you for purchasing the Cobra FRS 225
2-Way Radio. Your microTALK radio comes with
the new microTALK SNAP removable front,
which allows you to customize the appearance
of your radio! Several color choices are included
with your purchase. For instructions on removing
the microTALK SNAP front, see page 11.
For additional color choices available as accessories (sold separately), please see the brochure
and order form included.
Cobra Customer Service
Live operators are available
M-F 8:00 am - 6:00 pm CST
at: 773.889.3087
Automated Technical
Assistance available 24
hours a day, seven days a
week.E-mail questions to:
productinfo@
cobraelectronics.com
Cobra on the World Wide
Web: Frequently Asked
Questions (FAQ) can be
found on-line at:
www.cobraelectronics.com
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