Cobra Electronics FRS235C Face Held FRS Transceiver User Manual Users Instructions

Cobra Electronics Corporation Face Held FRS Transceiver Users Instructions

Users Instructions

ENGLISHOperating Instructions for Your Cobra® microTALK®2 - W AY RADIO MODEL FRS 235Guide d’utilisation du poste de radio ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FRS 235m i c r o TA L K®d eC O B R A ®Instrucciones de uso delRADIO BIDIRECCIONAL MODELO FRS 235Cobra®microTALK®N o t h i n g comes close to a Cobra™R i e n n’est comparableà un Cobra™N a d a se parece aC o b r a ™English, pages 1-8Français, pages 9-16Español, páginas 17-22
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.Operation is subject to the condition that this device doesnot cause harmful interference.FCC Warnings:Replacement or substitution oftransistors, regular diodes or other parts of a uniquenature, with parts other than those recommended byCobra®, may cause a violation of the technical regulationsof part 95 of the FCCRules, or violation of TypeAcceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.PRODUCT FEAT U R E S ENGLISH1ON-OFF/VOLUME switchbacklit LCDdisplayLOCK buttonMODE buttonCHANNEL SELECT buttonsspeaker/microphonebelt clipCALL buttonTALKbuttonLIGHT/MAXRANGEbuttonLIGHT/MAXRANGEbuttonON-OFF/VOLUME switchexternal speaker/microphone jackbatterycompartmentLOCK tabTALKbuttonAntennaINDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE: Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1)this device may not cause interference, and2)this device must accept any interference, includinginterference that may cause undesired operation of the device.«IC» before the equipment certification number signifiesthat the Industry Canada technical specifications weremet. It does not guarantee that the certified product willoperate to the user’s satisfaction.
ENGLISH I N T R O D U C T I O NProduct Features•TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a 2 mile (3 km) range• 14 CHANNELS• 38 CTCSS PRIVACY CODES• BATTERY SAVER circuitry• WATER RESISTANT • CALL ALERT• “ROGER BEEP” confirmation tone• AUTO SQUELCH• MAXIMUM RANGE extender• LOCK button• BACKLIT LCD display• EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack• BELT CLIP• WRIST STRAPMaking Life Easier and SaferPeople have found lots of convenient and helpfulways to use their microTALK®radios. Over time,you’re bound to discover uses of your own. Forexample, 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 eventsCaring for Your microTALK®RadioYour microTALK®radio will give you years oftrouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radiogently, 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 Batteries1. Pull down the LOCKtab to remove the battery compartmentcover.2 .I n s e rt four AAAbatteries. (Always usehigh quality alkalinebatteries.) Positionbatteries according topolarity markings.(NOTE: See page 8 forinformation about optional battery pack and desktop charger accessories.)Turning On Your microTALK®Radio1 . Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switchc l o c k w i s eto turn on the unit (and to adjustthe volume). An audibletone will indicate theradio is on. 2O N - O F F /VOLUME s w i t c hLOCKtab
O P E R AT I O N3ENGLISHBattery LowWhen battery poweris low, the BATT LOWindicator will blink.Auto BatterySaveYour microTALK®radio has a unique circuitdesigned to extend battery life. If there are notransmissions within 10 seconds, the unit willautomatically switch to Battery Save modeand POWER SAVER will appear in the display.This will not affectthe unit’s ability toreceive incomingtransmissions.Selecting a Channel1. With the radio on, select any of the 14 channels by pushingthe CHANNEL UP orCHANNEL DOWNbutton. (N O T E :B o t hradios must be tunedto the same channel to communicate.)Selecting a CTCSS Privacy CodeCTCSS (Continous Tone Coded SquelchSystem) is an advanced tone coding systemallowing you to select one of 38 privacycodes to reduce interference from other userson the channel. (N O T E :If you are using a privacy code, bothradios must be tuned to the same channel andprivacy code to communicate. Each channel willremember the last privacy code you selected.)To select a privacy code:1. After selecting a channel, press andrelease the MODE button. Small numbers will flash next to the channel in the LCD.2. Push the CHANNEL SELECTbutton up or down toselect a privacy code. You can hold the buttonup or down for fast advance.3.When your desired privacy code isdisplayed, press and release the MODE button,or do not push any buttons for 15 seconds.Calling Another PersonTo alert another person that you are calling:1. Press and release the CALL button. The other person will hear a 2-second ringing tone. Youcannot send or receive transmissionsduring the 2-secondcall tone.CHANNEL UP & DOWNb u t t o n s CALL b u t t o nMODE button
O P E R AT I O N4ENGLISHTalking toAnother Person1. Press and hold theTALK button.2. With themicrophone about 2 inches (5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.3. Release the buttonwhen you’re finished talking and listen for aresponse. You cannot receive incoming callswhile pressing the TALK button.“Roger Beep” Confirmation ToneYour listener will hear an audible tone whenyou release the TALK button. This alerts theother party that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak.Listening for a ResponseWhen you are finished talking:1. Release the TALK button to receiveincoming transmissions. Your microTALK®is always in listening mode while the TALKbutton is not pressed.2. Adjust the volumeby rotating the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch.Illuminating the Display1. Press and releasethe LIGHT/MAXRANGE button toilluminate the displayfor 10 seconds.Using the Lock FunctionThe Lock function locks the CHANNEL andMODE buttons to prevent accidental operation.To use the Lock function:1.While in Standby mode, press and holdthe LOCK button for one second. The Lockicon will blink whenthe unit is locked.Buttons and switchesthat are NOT lockedare the CALL, LIGHT/MAX RANGE, TALK and ON-OFF/VOLUME, which are all fullyfunctional while the unit is locked.2. To "unlock" buttons, press and release theLOCK button again. The Lock icon disappearsand all buttons will be unlocked.Auto SquelchYour microTALK®radio is equipped with AutoSquelch, which automatically shuts off weaktransmissions and unwanted noise due toterrain, or conditions, or if you’ve reachedyour maximum range limit.TALK buttonVOLUME s w i t c hLIGHT/MAX RANGE b u t t o nLOCK b u t t o n
O P E R AT I O N5ENGLISHMaximum Range ExtenderYou can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch,allowing all signals to be received andextending the maximum range of your radio:1.Press and hold theLIGHT/MAX RANGEbutton for 5 seconds.You will hear 2 beepsindicating thatMaximum RangeExtender is on.2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off, pressand hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 1 second, or change channels.External Speaker/Microphone JackYour microTA L K®radio can be fitted with ane x t e rnal speaker/microphone (not included),freeing your hands for other tasks. See page 8 for optional accessories. To attach an external speaker/microphone:1 .Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of the unit.2 .I n s e rt the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.microTALK®RangeYour microTALK®radio has a range of up to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will varydepending 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.external speaker/microphone S P E A K E R /MICROPHONE jackL I G H T / M A XRANGE button
LIMITED 2-YEAR WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTA N C E6Customer AssistanceAfter reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questionsabout installing or operating your microTALK®radio, or if youare missing any parts, please contact Cobra®first. Do notr e t u rn this product to the store. C o b r a®Electronics offers thefollowing 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 ensurethe 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 proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbonof 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 ofwhere 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 suchas United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to avoidloss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra ElectronicsC o r p o r a t i o n, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it willeither be repaired or exchanged depending on the model.Please allow approximately 3-4 weeks before contactingus for status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter willautomatically be sent informing you of the repair charge or replacement charge. If you have any questions, pleasecall 773-889-3087 for assistance.FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN U.S.A.Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra®FRSRadios, 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®F a c t o ry Service Department, accompanied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copyof a sales receipt.You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service, but the return charges willbe at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replacedunder warranty.This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may alsohave other rights which vary from state to state.Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply 1) to any productdamaged by accident; 2) in the event of misuse or abuse of theproduct 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 merchantabilityand 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, withoutlimitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of installation.Some states do not allow limitations on how long an impliedwarranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitationsmay not apply to you.
A. FREQUENCIESCHANNEL ASSIGNMENTCH 1: 462.5625MHz CH 8: 467.5625MHz CH 2: 462.5875MHz CH 9: 467.5875MHz CH 3: 462.6125MHz CH 10: 467.6125MHz CH 4: 462.6375MHz CH 11: 467.6375MHz CH 5: 462.6625MHz CH 12: 467.6625MHz CH 6: 462.6875MHz CH 13: 467.6875MHz CH 7: 462.7125MHz CH 14: 467.7125MHz B. RECEIVER UNIT NOMINAL1. SENSITIVITY FOR 12 DB SINAD dBm -121FOR CALL SIG DETECTION dBm -1212. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD mW 2003. MAX. S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT dB 504. SQUELCH a) SENSITIVITY dB m -121b) ATTACK TIME mS 150c) CLOSING TIME mS 2005. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.@ 300 HZ dB -3@ 2500 HZ dB -106. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW +/-KHZ 57. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION dB 608. INTERMODULATION REJECTION dB 659. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION dB 55C. TRANSMITTER UNIT NOMINAL1. POWER mW 5002. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY +_H z 5003. MODULATION LIMITING KHz 2.54. CARRIER ATTACK TIME mS 305. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE@ 300 HZ dB -10@ 2500 HZ dB 46. AUDIO DISTORTION % 37. HUM NOISE dB 388. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIORa)TXON mS 30b) TXOFF mS 5D. POWER SUPPLY1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) HR 242. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE V 4.0 - 6.0General Specifications7WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTA N C E • S P E C I F I C AT I O N SFOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADAYour new Cobra®FRS is covered by a two (2) year replacement w a rr a n t y. If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in thisproduct within two years from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced. Please return the FRS radio to your dealer withoriginal 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 i n s t ructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the serialnumber cancels all obligations of this warr a n t y. This warr a n t ygives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas.Customer AssistanceAfter reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questionsabout installing or operating your microTALK®radio, or if youare missing any parts, please contact Cobra®first. Do notreturn this product to the store. Cobra®Electronics offers thefollowing 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 replacethe unit with an equivalent product. Please include the following information:Date of purchase:Model No.:Dealer Purchased from:Dealer address:Dealer phone No.:
8ACCESSORIES • ORDER FORMName _____________________________________________________________________Address (No P.O. Box) ___________________________________________________________City ____________________ State/Province ______________ Zip___________ Country _______Telephone (___) _________________________ Circle One: Visa MasterCard DiscoverCredit Card No. ___________________________________ Exp. Date _____________________Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________Vox Headset MicMA-VOX Ear Bud Mic with PTTM A - E B MLapel Speaker/Microphone M A - S MReplacement Belt ClipFA - B C 3NiMH RechargeableBattery PackFA-BPU.S. Subtotal(Tax if applicable) Shipping/handlingTotal Canada AmountG.S.T.7%*QST 7.5% Shipping/ handling Total *Quebec residents onlyOrdering 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.caOrder by mail or fax:Pleasefill out order form below,and mail/fax directly to: AVS Technologies Inc.2100 Trans Canada Hwy. S.Montreal, Que. H9P 2N4Fax to: 514-683-5307Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery in Canada.Prices subject to change without notice.Item # US Cost Ea. Canada Cost Ea. Qty. Amount$5.50Ordering from U.S.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visitwww.cobra.com For credit card orders fillout order form and fax to 773-622-2269Or call 773-889-3087(Press 1 from the mainmenu) 8:00 am-6:00 pm, M-F, CST.Make check or moneyorder payable to:Cobra Electronics Attn: Accessories Dept.6500 West Cortland St.Chicago, IL 60707Please allow 2-3 weeks for delivery in U.S.Prices subject to changewithout notice.Tax Table Illinois residents add 8.75%Indiana residents add 5%Michigan residents add 6% Ohio residents add 6%Wisconsin residents add 5%$25.00 and under$ 2 5 . 01-$4 0 . 0 0$ 4 0 . 0 1-$ 8 0 . 0 0$ 8 0 . 0 1-$ 1 2 0 . 0 0$ 1 2 0 . 0 1-$ 1 6 0 . 0 0$160.01 and up$4.75$6.95$ 9 . 2 5$ 1 0 . 2 5$ 1 1 . 7 5$14.50Amount Shipping/Handling For AK, HI and PR please add an additional $15.00 for UPS shipments.To order online,please visit our website:www.cobra.comClick “shop Cobra®”2 Port Desktop NiMH ChargerFA - C F
PRODUCT FEAT U R E S9FRENCHON-OFF/VOLUME switchbacklit LCDdisplayLOCK buttonMODE buttonCHANNEL SELECT buttonsbelt clipTALKbuttonLIGHT/MAXRANGEbuttonON-OFF/VOLUME switchexternal speaker/microphone jackbatterycompartmentLOCK tabAntennaAVIS D’INDUSTRIE CANADA: L’utilisation est soumise aux deux conditionssuivantes:1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer de parasites, et2) cet appareil doit accepter les parasites, ycompris ceux pouvant causer un mauvaisfonctionnement. Le symbole «IC» figurantavant le numéro d’homologation d’un appareilsignifie que celui-ci répond aux normestechniques d’Industrie Canada. L’affichage dece symbole ne garantit pas que l’appareilfonctionnera à la satisfaction du client.Microphone/haut-parleurTouched’APPEL (CALL) Touche deTRANSMISSION(TALK) ToucheD’ÉCLAIRAGEEET PORTÉEMAXIMALE
I N T R O D U C T I O N10FRENCHProduct Features• TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a 2 mile (3 km) range• 14 CHANNELS• 38 CTCSS PRIVACY CODES• BATTERY SAVER circuitry• WATER RESISTANT • CALL ALERT• “ROGER BEEP” confirmation tone• AUTO SQUELCH• MAXIMUM RANGE extender• LOCK button• BACKLIT LCD display• EXTERNAL SPEAKER/MICROPHONE jack• BELT CLIP• WRIST STRAPMaking Life Easier and SaferPeople have found lots of convenient and helpfulways to use their microTALK®radios. Over time,you’re bound to discover uses of your own. Forexample, 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 eventsCaring for Your microTALK®RadioYour microTALK®radio will give you years oftrouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radiogently, 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 Batteries1.Pull down the LOCKtab to remove the battery compartmentcover.2 .I n s e rt four AAAbatteries. (Always usehigh quality alkalinebatteries.) Positionbatteries according topolarity markings.(NOTE: See page 16for information about optional battery pack and desktop charger accessories.)Turning On Your microTALK®Radio1 . Rotate the ON-OFF/VOLUME switchc l o c k w i s e to turn on the unit (and to adjustthe volume). An audibletone will indicate theradio is on.O N - O F F /VOLUME s w i t c hLOCKtab
O P E R AT I O N11FRENCHBattery LowWhen battery poweris low, the BATT LOWindicator will blink.Auto BatterySaveYour microTALK®radio has a unique circuitdesigned to extend battery life. If there are notransmissions within 10 seconds, the unit willautomatically switch to Battery Save modeand POWER SAVER will appear in the display.This will not affectthe unit’s ability toreceive incomingtransmissions.Selecting a Channel1. With the radio on, select any of the 14 channels by pushingthe CHANNEL UP orCHANNEL DOWNbutton. (N O T E :B o t hradios must be tunedto the same channel to communicate.)Selecting a CTCSS Privacy CodeCTCSS (Continous Tone Coded SquelchSystem) is an advanced tone coding systemallowing you to select one of 38 privacycodes to reduce interference from other userson the channel. (N O T E :If you are using a privacy code, bothradios must be tuned to the same channel andprivacy code to communicate. Each channel willremember the last privacy code you selected.)To select a privacy code:1.After selecting a channel, press andrelease the MODE button. Small numbers will flash next to the channel in the LCD.2.Push the CHANNEL SELECTbutton up or down toselect a privacy code. You can hold the buttonup or down for fast advance.3. When your desired privacy code isdisplayed, press and release the MODE button,or do not push any buttons for 15 seconds.Calling Another PersonTo alert another person that you are calling:1. Press and release the CALL button. The other person will hear a 2-second ringing tone. Youcannot send or receive transmissionsduring the 2-secondcall tone.CHANNEL UP & DOWNb u t t o n s CALL b u t t o nMODE button
O P E R AT I O N12FRENCHTalking toAnother Person1. Press and hold theTALK button.2. With themicrophone about 2 inches (5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.3. Release the buttonwhen you’re finished talking and listenfor aresponse. You cannot receive incoming callswhile pressing the TALK button.“Roger Beep” Confirmation ToneYour listener will hear an audible tone whenyou release the TALK button. This alerts theother party that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak.Listening for a ResponseWhen you are finished talking:1. Release the TALK button to receiveincoming transmissions. Your microTALK®is always in listening mode while the TALKbutton is not pressed.2. Adjust the volumeby rotating the ON-OFF/VOLUME switch.Illuminating the Display1. Press and releasethe LIGHT/MAXRANGE button toilluminate the displayfor 10 seconds.Using the Lock FunctionThe Lock function locks the CHANNEL andMODE buttons to prevent accidental operation.To use the Lock function:1.While in Standby mode, press and holdthe LOCK button for one second. The Lockicon will blink whenthe unit is locked.Buttons and switchesthat are NOT lockedare the CALL, LIGHT/MAX RANGE, TALK and ON-OFF/VOLUME, which are all fullyfunctional while the unit is locked.2. To "unlock" buttons, press and release theLOCK button again. The Lock icon disappearsand all buttons will be unlocked.Auto SquelchYour microTALK®radio is equipped with AutoSquelch, which automatically shuts off weaktransmissions and unwanted noise due toterrain, or conditions, or if you’ve reachedyour maximum range limit.TALK buttonVOLUME s w i t c hLIGHT/MAX RANGE b u t t o nLOCK b u t t o n
O P E R AT I O N13FRENCHMaximum Range ExtenderYou can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch,allowing all signals to be received andextending the maximum range of your radio:1. Press and hold theLIGHT/MAX RANGEbutton for 5 seconds.You will hear 2 beepsindicating thatMaximum RangeExtender is on.2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off, pressand hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for 1 second, or change channels.External Speaker/Microphone JackYour microTA L K®radio can be fitted with ane x t e rnal speaker/microphone (not included),freeing your hands for other tasks. See page 16 for optional accessories. To attach an external speaker/microphone:1 .Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of the unit.2 .I n s e rt the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.microTALK®RangeYour microTALK®radio has a range of up to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will varydepending 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.external speaker/microphone S P E A K E R /MICROPHONE jackL I G H T / M A XRANGE button
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WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTA N C E • S P E C I F I C AT I O N S15A. FREQUENCIESCHANNEL ASSIGNMENTCH 1: 462.5625MHz CH 8: 467.5625MHz CH 2: 462.5875MHz CH 9: 467.5875MHz CH 3: 462.6125MHz CH 10: 467.6125MHz CH 4: 462.6375MHz CH 11: 467.6375MHz CH 5: 462.6625MHz CH 12: 467.6625MHz CH 6: 462.6875MHz CH 13: 467.6875MHz CH 7: 462.7125MHz CH 14: 467.7125MHz B. RECEIVER UNIT NOMINAL1. SENSITIVITY FOR 12 DB SINAD dBm -121FOR CALL SIG DETECTION dBm -1212. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD mW 2003. MAX. S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT dB 504. SQUELCH a) SENSITIVITY dB m -121b) ATTACK TIME mS 150c) CLOSING TIME mS 2005. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP.@ 300 HZ dB -3@ 2500 HZ dB -10B. RECEIVER (continued)6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW +/-KHZ 57. ADJACENT CH. REJECTION dB 608. INTERMODULATION REJECTION dB 659. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION dB 55C. TRANSMITTER UNIT NOMINAL1. POWER mW 5002. CARRIER FREQ. STABILITY +_H z 5003. MODULATION LIMITING KHz 2.54. CARRIER ATTACK TIME mS 305. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE@ 300 HZ dB -10@ 2500 HZ dB 46. AUDIO DISTORTION % 37. HUM NOISE dB 388. TRANSIENT FREQ. BEHAVIORa)TXON mS 30b) TXOFF mS 5D. POWER SUPPLY1. BATTERY LIFE (1:1:18 RATIO) HR 242. BATTERY OPERATING RANGE V 4.0 - 6.0General SpecificationsCustomer AssistanceAfter reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questionsabout installing or operating your microTALK®radio, or if youare missing any parts, please contact Cobra®first. Do notreturn this product to the store. Cobra®Electronics offers thefollowing 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 replacethe unit with an equivalent product. Please include the following information:Date of purchase:Model No.Dealer Purchased from:Dealer address:Dealer phone No.:FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN CANADAYour new Cobra®FRS is covered by a two (2) year replacement w a rr a n t y . If any manufacturing defect becomes apparent in thisproduct within two years from the original date of purchase, it will be replaced. Please return the FRS radio to your dealer withoriginal 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 i n s t ructions. Alteration of this product or defacing of the serialnumber cancels all obligations of this warr a n t y. This warr a n t ygives you specified legal rights. Additional warranty rights may be provided by law in some areas.
ACCESSORIES • ORDER FORM16Name _____________________________________________________________________Address (No P.O. Box) ___________________________________________________________City ____________________ State/Province ______________ Zip___________ Country _______Telephone (___) _________________________ Circle One: Visa MasterCard DiscoverCredit Card No. ___________________________________ Exp. Date _____________________Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________Vox Headset MicMA-VOX Ear Bud Mic with PTTM A - E B MLapel Speaker/Microphone M A - S MReplacement Belt ClipFA - B C 32 Port Desktop ChargerFA - C GNiMH RechargeableBattery PackFA-BPAmountG.S.T.7%*QST 7.5% Shipping/ handling Total *Quebec residents onlyItem # Cost Ea. Qty. Amount$5.50Ordering from CanadaCall 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, E S T.Order by e-mail: cobraextras@avs.caOrder 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 2N4Fax to: 514-683-5307Please allow 4-6 weeks for delivery.Prices subject to change without notice.For additional customerassistance and warrantyinformation, contact yourlocal dealer.FRENCH
CARACTERÍSTICAS DEL PRODUCT O ESPAÑOL17Interruptor deE N C E N D I D O,A PA G A D O yV O L U M E NPantalla LCDi l u m i n a d aBotón de B L O Q U E OBotón deM O D A L I D A DBotones deSELECCIÓN DEC A N A LAltoparlante ym i c r ó f o n oPinza parael cinturónBotón deL L A M A D ABotón deT R A N S M I S I Ó NBotón deI L U M I N A C I Ó N yA L C A N C EM Á X I M OBotón deI L U M I N A C I Ó Ny A L C A N C EM Á X I M OInterruptor deE N C E N D I D O ,A PA G A D OyV O L U M E NReceptáculo paraaltoparlante ymicrófono externosC o m p a r t i m i e n t ode las pilasL e n g ü e t ad eS U J E C I Ó NBotón deT R A N S M I S I Ó NA n t e n a
ESPAÑOL INTRODUCCIÓN 18Características del producto • RADIO BIDIRECCIONAL con alcance máximo de3,2 km (2 millas)• 14 CANALES• 38 CÓDIGOS CTCSS DE COMUNICACIÓNPRIVADA• Circuito de AHORRO DE PILA• RESISTENTE AL AGUA • AVISO DE LLAMADA• AVISO SONORO DE CAMBIO• REDUCCIÓN AUTOMÁTICA DE RUIDO DEFONDO• Extensor de ALCANCE MÁXIMO• Botón de BLOQUEO • Pantalla LCD ILUMINADA• Receptáculo para ALTOPARLANTE YMICRÓFONO EXTERNOS• PINZA PARA EL CINTURÓN• CORREA PARA LA MUÑECAUna vida más sencilla y seguraLa gente ha descubierto muchas formasprácticas y útiles de utilizar sus radiosmicroTALK®. Con el paso del tiempo, es muyprobable que descubra sus propias aplicaciones.Por ejemplo, usted puede…• Mantenerse en contacto con otras personas enexcursiones, paseos en bicicleta, etc.• Saber dónde está su familia o sus amigos en un centro comercial• Comunicarse de un piso a otro en un edificio.• Hablar con sus vecinos• Comunicarse con compañeros de viaje en otro automóvil• Ponerse de acuerdo en un punto de reuniónen eventos públicos concurridosCuidado del radio microTALK®El radio microTALK®le dará largos años deservicio sin problemas si lo cuida correctamente.He aquí algunas sugerencias: 1) Maneje el radiocon cuidado, 2) mantenga el radio lejos delpolvo, 3) nunca sumerja el radio en agua ni locoloque en lugares húmedos y 4) evite laexposición a temperaturas extremas.Instalación y reemplazo de laspilas1. Baje la lengüeta deSUJECIÓNpara quitar latapa del compartimientode las pilas.2. Inserte cuatro pilastipo “AAA”. (Siempreutilice pilas alcalinas dealta calidad.) Coloque laspilas de acuerdo con lasmarcas de polaridad.(NOTA: Consulte la página 22 para obtenerinformación sobre el paquete de pilas y elcargador de escritorio que se ofrecen comoaccesorios optativos.)Encendido del radio microTALK®1. Gire el interruptor deENCENDIDO, APAGADO yVOLUMENen sentidohorario para encender launidad y ajustar elvolumen. Un avisosonoro le indicará que el radio está encendido. I n t e r r u p t o rd eE N C E N D I D O ,A PA G A D OyV O L U M E NLengüeta de S U J E C I Ó N
O P E R A C I Ó N19ESPAÑOLPila con carga bajaCuando la carga de lapila está baja,comienza a parpadearel indicador B AT TL O W(pila con carga baja).A h o r r oautomático de carga de las pilasEl radio microTA L K®tiene un circuito especialdiseñado para prolongar la vida útil de las pilas. Sino hay transmisiones en un período de diezsegundos, la unidad cambia automáticamente a lamodalidad de ahorro de carga de las pilas yaparece el mensaje“POWER SAVER” en lapantalla. Esto no afectala capacidad de launidad para recibirt r a n s m i s i o n e s .Selección del canal1. Con el radio encendido, seleccione cualquierade los 14 canalesoprimiendo los botonesde CAMBIO DE CANAL.(N O TA: Ambos radiosdeben estar sintonizadosen el mismo canal paraque puedanc o m u n i c a r s e . )Selección del código de comunicaciónprivada CTCSSEl sistema CTCSS (sistema de reducción de ru i d ode fondo controlado por tonos codificados) es unavanzado sistema de codificación por tonos que lep e rmite seleccionar uno de 38 códigos decomunicación privada para reducir la interf e r e n c i aprovocada por otros usuarios del canal. (N O TA: Si utiliza un código de comunicaciónprivada, los dos radios deben estar sintonizados almismo canal y el mismo código de comunicaciónprivada para que puedan comunicarse. En cadacanal se recuerda el código de comunicaciónprivada más reciente que usted seleccionó.)Para seleccionar un código decomunicación privada:1. Después deseleccionar un canal,oprima y suelte el botónde M O D A L I D A D. En lapantalla comenzará aparpadear un númeropequeño junto al número de canal. 2. Oprima el botón de CAMBIO DE CANALp a r aseleccionar un código de comunicación privada.Puede mantener oprimido el botón para avanzar oretroceder rápidamente por los números decódigo. 3. Cuando aparezca en la pantalla el número delcódigo de comunicación privada que desea utilizar,oprima y suelte el botón de M O D A L I D A Do nooprima ningún botón durante 15 segundos.Para llamar a otra personaPara avisar a otrapersona que quierehablar con ella: 1. Oprima y suelte elbotón de L L A M A D A. Laotra persona oirá unaseñal de timbrado de dos segundos de duración.Usted no podrá transmitir ni recibir durante los dossegundos de la señal de llamada.Botones deCAMBIO DEC A N A LBotón deL L A M A D ABotón de M O D A L I D A D
O P E R A C I Ó NESPAÑOLPara hablar conotra persona1. Mantenga oprimido elbotón de T R A N S M I S I Ó N. 2. Hable norm a l m e n t e ,con el micrófono a unos5 cm (2 pulgadas) de lab o c a .3. Suelte el botón deT R A N S M I S I Ó Nc u a n d ot e rmine de hablar yespere a la respuesta. No podrá recibir llamadasmientras el botón de T R A N S M I S I Ó Ne s t áo p r i m i d o .Aviso sonoro de cambioLa persona con la que está hablando oirá unaseñal cuando usted suelte el botón deT R A N S M I S I Ó N. Esta señal le avisa a la personaque usted ha terminado de hablar y que la otrapersona puede comenzar a hablar.Para escuchar a la otra personaAl terminar de hablar: 1. Suelte el botón de T R A N S M I S I Ó Npara recibirtransmisiones. El radio microTA L K®siempre estáen la modalidad de recepción cuando el botón deT R A N S M I S I Ó Nno estáoprimido. 2. Ajuste el volumengirando el interruptor deENCENDIDO, APA G A D OyV O L U M E N. Iluminación de la pantalla1. Oprima y suelte elbotón de I L U M I N A C I Ó Ny ALCANCE MÁXIMOpara iluminar la pantalladurante diez segundos. Función de bloqueoLa función de bloqueo se utiliza para bloquear losbotones de CAMBIO DEC A N A Ly el botón deM O D A L I D A D, impidiendo que sean accionados demanera accidental. Para utilizar la función deb l o q u e o :1. En la modalidad de espera, mantenga oprimidoel botón de B L O Q U E Odurante un segundo. Elicono de bloqueoparpadeará si la unidadestá bloqueada. Losbotones e interru p t o r e sque no se bloquean sonlos de L L A M A D A,I L U M I N A C I Ó NyALCANCE MÁXIMO,T R A N S M I S I Ó Ny E N C E N D I D O, A PA G A D OyV O L U M E N, que siguen funcionando norm a l m e n t eaunque la unidad esté bloqueada. 2. Para desbloquear los botones, vuelva a oprimiry soltar el botón de B L O Q U E O . El icono debloqueo desaparecerá de la pantalla y los botonesquedarán desbloqueados.Reducción automática de ruido def o n d oEl radio microTA L K®está equipado con unafunción de reducción automática de ruido defondo, que cancela automáticamente lastransmisiones débiles y el ruido indeseableprovocado por las condiciones del terreno o porqueestá en el límite de alcance.Botón deT R A N S M I S I Ó NControl deV O L U M E NBotón deI L U M I N A C I Ó NyA L C A N C EM Á X I M OBotón deB L O Q U E O20
O P E R A C I Ó N21ESPAÑOLExtensor de alcance máximoPuede apagar temporalmente la función dereducción automática de ruido de fondo parapermitir la recepción de todas las señales y asíextender el alcancemáximo del radio. 1. Mantenga oprimidoel botón deILUMINACIÓN yALCANCE MÁXIMOdurante cinco segundos.Sonarán dos señales para indicarle que elextensor de alcance máximo está encendido. 2. Para apagar el extensor de alcance máximo,mantenga oprimido el botón de ILUMINACIÓN yALCANCE MÁXIMOdurante un segundo ocambie de canal. Receptáculo para altoparlante ymicrófono externosEl radio microTALK®puede equiparse conaltoparlante y micrófono externos (noincluidos), para que usted pueda utilizar elradio a manos libres. Consulte la página 22para conocer los accesorios optativos. Paraconectar el altoparlante y micrófono externos:1. Abra la lengüeta del receptáculo delaltoparlante y micrófono externos, localizado enla parte superior de la unidad. 2. Introduzca la clavija en el receptáculo paraaltoparlante y micrófono.Alcance del radio microTALK®El radio microTALK®tiene un alcance máximode 3,2 km (2 millas). El alcance variarádependiendo del terreno y las condiciones. El radio funcionará con el alcance máximo enzonas planas y despejadas. La presencia deedificios y follaje en la trayectoria de la señalpueden reducir el alcance. El follaje denso y elterreno montañoso reducirán la señal. Recuerde que puede obtener el mayor alcancecon el extensor de alcance máximo. Consulte lasección anterior para conocer los detalles. Altoparlante ymicrófono externos Receptáculo paraaltoparlante y micrófonoBotón deI L U M I N A C I Ó Ny A L C A N C EM Á X I M O
GARANTÍA • ACCESORIOS • ESPECIFICACIONES22ESPAÑOLA. FRECUENCIASASIGNACIÓN DE CANALES CANAL 1: 462.5625 MHz CANAL 8: 467.5625 MHzCANAL 2: 462.5875 MHz CANAL 9: 467.5875 MHzCANAL 3: 462.6125 MHz CANAL 10: 467.6125 MHzCANAL 4: 462.6375 MHz CANAL 11: 467.6375 MHzCANAL 5: 462.6625 MHz CANAL 12: 467.6625 MHzCANAL 6: 462.6875 MHz CANAL 13: 467.6875 MHzCANAL 7: 462.7125 MHz CANAL 14: 467.7125 MHzB. RECEPTOR UNIDAD NOMINAL1. SENSIBILIDAD12 DB SEÑAL MÁS RUIDO Y DISTORSIÓN(SINAD) dBm -121PARA DETECCIÓN DE SEÑAL DE LLAMADAdBm -1212. SALIDA SONORA MÁXIMA CON 10% DE DISTORSIÓN ARMÓNICA TOTAL (THD) mW 2003. RELACIÓN MÁXIMA SEÑAL-RUIDO CON ENTRADADE RADIOFRECUENCIA DE 1 mV dB 504. REDUCCIÓN DE RUIDO DE FONDOa) SENSIBILIDAD dB m -121b) TIEMPO DE ATAQUE ms 150c) TIEMPO DE CIERRE ms 2005. RESPUESTA DE FRECUENCIA SONORA A 300 Hz dB -3A 2500 Hz dB -106. ANCHO DE BANDA DE DESPLAZAMIENTO DE SEÑAL ±kHz 57. RECHAZO DE CANALES ADYACENTES dB 60 8. RECHAZO DE INTERMODULACIÓN dB 65 9. RECHAZO DE RESPUESTAS ESPURIAS dB 55 C. TRANSMISOR UNIDAD NOMINAL1. POTENCIA mW 5002. FRECUENCIA PORTADORA ESTABILIDAD ±Hz 5003. LIMITACIÓN DE MODULACIÓN kHz 2.54. TIEMPO DE ATAQUE DE PORTADORA ms 305. RESPUESTA DE FRECUENCIA SONORA A 300 Hz dB -10A 2500 Hz dB 46. DISTORSIÓN SONORA % 37. ZUMBIDO dB 388. COMPORTAMIENTO DE FRECUENCIASTRANSITORIASa) TRANSMISOR ENCENDIDO ms 30b) TRANSMISOR APAGADO ms 5D. FUENTE DE PODER 1. DURACIÓN DE LA PILA (RELACIÓN 1:1:18) HORAS 242. INTERVALO OPERATIVO DE LA PILA V 4.0 - 6.0Especificaciones generalesPara obtener ayuda o información sobre la garantía, comuníquese con un distribuidor local. Para conocer la disponibilidad y los precios de los accesorios, comuníquese con un distribuidor local. Audífonos conmicrófono Vox MA-VOXAuricular miniatura conmicrófono y botón detransmisión MA-EBMAltoparlante y micrófono desolapa MA-SMPinza de reemplazopara el cinturón FA-BC3Cargador de escritorio para pilasNiMH con dos receptáculos de cargaFA-CGPaquete de pilas NiMHrecargables FA-BP
La ligne des produits Cobra®de haute qualité comprend:Des radios C.B.Des radios FRS microTALK®Des détecteurs de radar/laserAvertisseur de circulation Safety Alert®Des accessoires de C.B. HighGear™Des inverseurs de courantRienne s’approche d’un Cobra™Imprimé en Chine # 480-022-PLa línea de productos de calidad Cobra®también incluye: Radios de banda civil (CB)Radios microTALK®Detectores de radar y láserSafety Alert®Sistemas de advertencia de tráficoAccesoriosAccesorios HighGear™Nadase parece a Cobra™Impreso en China Núm. de catálogo 480-022-P The Cobra®line of quality products includes:CB radiosmicroTALK®radiosRadar/Laser DetectorsSafety Alert®Traffic Warning SystemsAccessoriesHighGear™AccessoriesFor more information about our products or to order online,please visit our website:www.cobra.comClick “shop Cobra®”Nothingcomes close to a Cobra™Printed in China Part No. 480-022-P©2002 Cobra Electronics Corporation • 6500 West Cortland Street • Chicago, IL 60707 USA

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