Cobra Electronics FRS235C Face Held FRS Transceiver User Manual Users Instructions

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ENGLISH
Operating Instructions for Your Cobra® microTALK®
2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 235
Guide d’utilisation du poste de radio
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR FRS 235
microTALK® deCOBRA®
Instrucciones de uso del
RADIO BIDIRECCIONAL MODELO FRS 235
Cobra ® microTALK®
N o t h i n g comes
close to a Cobra™
R i e n n’est comparable
à un Cobra™
N a d a se parece a
Cobra™
English, pages 1-8
Français, pages 9-16
Español, páginas 17-22
ENGLISH
P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S
Antenna
belt clip
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
TALK
button
LOCK button
backlit LCD
display
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
CALL
button
MODE button
CHANNEL
SELECT
buttons
speaker/
microphone
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 FCCRules, or violation of Type
Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1)this device may not cause interference, and
2)this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation
of the device.
«IC» before the equipment certification number signifies
that the Industry Canada technical specifications were
met. It does not guarantee that the certified product will
operate to the user’s satisfaction.
LOCK tab
battery
compartment
TALK
button
external speaker/
microphone jack
LIGHT/MAX
RANGEbutton
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
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Product 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 STRAP
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
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
LOCKtab
tab to remove the
battery compartment
cover.
2. Insert four AAA
batteries. (Always use
high quality alkaline
batteries.) Position
batteries according to
polarity markings.
(NOTE: See page 8 for
information about optional battery pack
and desktop charger accessories.)
Turning On Your
microTALK® Radio
1. Rotate the ONOFF/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
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O P E R AT I O N
Battery Low
Selecting a Channel
(NOTE: If you are using a privacy code, both
radios must be tuned to the same channel and
privacy code to communicate. Each channel will
remember the last privacy code you selected.)
To select a privacy code:
1. After selecting a channel, press and
release the MODE button. Small numbers will
flash next to the
channel in the LCD.
2. Push the
CHANNEL SELECT
MODE button
button up or down to
select a privacy code. You can hold the button
up or down for fast advance.
3. When your desired privacy code is
displayed, press and release the MODE button,
or do not push any buttons for 15 seconds.
1. With the radio on, select any of the
Calling Another Person
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.
14 channels by pushing
the CHANNEL UP or
CHANNEL DOWN
CHANNEL UP
& DOWN
button. (NOTE: Both
buttons
radios must be tuned
to the same channel to communicate.)
Selecting a CTCSS
Privacy Code
CTCSS (Continous Tone Coded Squelch
System) is an advanced tone coding system
allowing you to select one of 38 privacy
codes to reduce interference from other users
on the channel.
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
CALL
cannot send or
button
receive transmissions
during the 2-second
call tone.
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Talking to
Another Person
O P E R AT I O N
TALK button
1. Press and release
1. Press and hold the
TALK button.
2. With the
microphone about
2 inches (5 cm)
from your mouth,
speak in a normal voice.
3. Release the button
when you’re finished talking and listen for a
response. You cannot receive incoming calls
while pressing the TALK 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 OK for them to speak.
Listening for a Response
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.
2. Adjust the volume
by rotating the ONOFF/VOLUME switch.
Illuminating the Display
VOLUME
switch
the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to
illuminate the display
for 10 seconds.
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
Using the Lock Function
The Lock function locks the CHANNEL and
MODE buttons to prevent accidental operation.
To use the Lock function:
1. While in Standby mode, press and hold
the LOCK button for one second. The Lock
icon will blink when
LOCK
the unit is locked.
button
Buttons and switches
that are NOT locked
are the CALL, LIGHT/
MAX RANGE, TALK
and ON-OFF/VOLUME, which are all fully
functional while the unit is locked.
2. To "unlock" buttons, press and release the
LOCK button again. The Lock icon disappears
and all buttons will be unlocked.
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK® radio is equipped with Auto
Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak
transmissions and unwanted noise due to
terrain, or conditions, or if you’ve reached
your maximum range limit.
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O P E R AT I O N
Maximum Range Extender
microTALK® Range
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
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
RANGE button
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.
Your microTALK® radio has a range of up
to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will var y
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.
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 8 for optional accessories. To attach
an 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
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See above for details.
LI MITE D 2-Y EAR WARR ANT Y• CU STO M ER A SSI STA N C E
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.
WA RRAN TY •C US TO ME R ASS I STA N C E • S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
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. 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)TXON
b) TXOFF
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
ACCE SS ORI ES • O RD ER FO R M
Replacement
Belt Clip
FA-BC3
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.
Prices subject to change
without notice.
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.
Prices subject to change
without notice.
NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
FA-BP
Qty.
2 Port Desktop
NiMH Charger
FA-CF
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
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 (___) _________________________
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Customer Signature_____________________________________________________________
FRENCH
P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S
Antenna
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
TALK
button
belt clip
LOCK button
backlit LCD
display
MODE button
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
Touche
d’APPEL (CALL)
Microphone/
haut-parleur
CHANNEL
SELECT
buttons
Touche de
TRANSMISSION
(TALK)
AVIS D’INDUSTRIE CANADA:
L’utilisation est soumise aux deux conditions
suivantes:
1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer de parasites, et
2) cet appareil doit accepter les parasites, y
compris ceux pouvant causer un mauvais
fonctionnement. Le symbole «IC» figurant
avant le numéro d’homologation d’un appareil
signifie que celui-ci répond aux normes
techniques d’Industrie Canada. L’affichage de
ce symbole ne garantit pas que l’appareil
fonctionnera à la satisfaction du client.
LOCK tab
battery
compartment
Touche
D’ÉCLAIRAGEE
ET PORTÉE
MAXIMALE external speaker/
microphone jack
ON-OFF/VOLUME
switch
FRENCH
Product 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 STRAP
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
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
LOCKtab
tab to remove the
battery compartment
cover.
2. Insert four AAA
batteries. (Always use
high quality alkaline
batteries.) Position
batteries according to
polarity markings.
(NOTE: See page 16
for information about optional battery pack
and desktop charger accessories.)
Turning On Your
microTALK® Radio
1. Rotate the ONOFF/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
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FRENCH
O P E R AT I O N
Battery Low
Selecting a Channel
(NOTE: If you are using a privacy code, both
radios must be tuned to the same channel and
privacy code to communicate. Each channel will
remember the last privacy code you selected.)
To select a privacy code:
1. After selecting a channel, press and
release the MODE button. Small numbers will
flash next to the
channel in the LCD.
2. Push the
CHANNEL SELECT
MODE button
button up or down to
select a privacy code. You can hold the button
up or down for fast advance.
3. When your desired privacy code is
displayed, press and release the MODE button,
or do not push any buttons for 15 seconds.
1. With the radio on, select any of the
Calling Another Person
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.
14 channels by pushing
the CHANNEL UP or
CHANNEL DOWN
CHANNEL UP
& DOWN
button. (NOTE: Both
uttons
radios must be tuned
to the same channel to communicate.)
Selecting a CTCSS
Privacy Code
CTCSS (Continous Tone Coded Squelch
System) is an advanced tone coding system
allowing you to select one of 38 privacy
codes to reduce interference from other users
on the channel.
11
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
CALL
cannot send or
button
receive transmissions
during the 2-second
call tone.
FRENCH
Talking to
Another Person
O P E R AT I O N
TALK button
1. Press and release
1. Press and hold the
TALK button.
2. With the
microphone about
2 inches (5 cm)
from your mouth,
speak in a normal voice.
3. Release the button
when you’re finished talking and listen for a
response. You cannot receive incoming calls
while pressing the TALK 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 OK for them to speak.
Listening for a Response
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.
2. Adjust the volume
by rotating the ONOFF/VOLUME switch.
Illuminating the Display
VOLUME
switch
the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to
illuminate the display
for 10 seconds.
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
Using the Lock Function
The Lock function locks the CHANNEL and
MODE buttons to prevent accidental operation.
To use the Lock function:
1. While in Standby mode, press and hold
the LOCK button for one second. The Lock
icon will blink when
LOCK
the unit is locked.
button
Buttons and switches
that are NOT locked
are the CALL, LIGHT/
MAX RANGE, TALK
and ON-OFF/VOLUME, which are all fully
functional while the unit is locked.
2. To "unlock" buttons, press and release the
LOCK button again. The Lock icon disappears
and all buttons will be unlocked.
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK® radio is equipped with Auto
Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak
transmissions and unwanted noise due to
terrain, or conditions, or if you’ve reached
your maximum range limit.
12
FRENCH
O P E R AT I O N
Maximum Range Extender
microTALK® Range
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
LIGHT/MAX RANGE
RANGE button
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.
Your microTALK® radio has a range of up
to 2 miles (3 km). Your range will var y
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.
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 16 for optional accessories. To attach
an external speaker/microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC tab on top of the unit.
external speaker/
microphone
SPEAKER/
MICROPHONE jack
2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.
13
Remember, you can achieve maximum
range by using Maximum Range Extender.
See above for details.
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WA RR AN TY •C US TO ME R ASS I STA N C E • S P E C I F I C AT I O N S
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
15
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. 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)TXON
b) TXOFF
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
FRENCH
Replacement
Belt Clip
FA-BC3
A C CE SS OR I ES • O RD ER FO R M
Vox Headset Mic
MA-VOX
Item #
Ear Bud Mic
with PTT
MA-EBM
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 deliver y.
Prices subject to change without notice.
Amount
G.S.T.7%
*QST 7.5%
Shipping/ handling
Total
2 Port Desktop
Charger
FA-CG
Amount
$5.50
*Quebec residents only
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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ESPAÑOL
CARACTERÍST ICAS DEL PRODUCT O
Antena
Interruptor de
ENCENDIDO,
APAGADO y
VOLUMEN
Botón de BLOQUEO
Botón de
TRANSMISIÓN
Pantalla LCD
iluminada
Botón de
MODALIDAD
Botón de
ILUMINACIÓN y
ALCANCE
MÁXIMO
Botón de
LLAMADA
Botones de
SELECCIÓN DE
CANAL
Altoparlante y
micrófono
Botón de
ILUMINACIÓN y
ALCANCE
MÁXIMO
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Pinza para
el cinturón
Lengüeta
de
SUJECIÓN
Compartimiento
de las pilas
Botón de
TRANSMISIÓN
Receptáculo para
altoparlante y
micrófono externos
Interruptor de
ENCENDIDO,
APAGADO y
VOLUMEN
ESPAÑOL
INT R OD UC CIÓN
Características del producto
Cuidado del radio microTALK®
• RADIO BIDIRECCIONAL con alcance máximo de
3,2 km (2 millas)
• 14 CANALES
• 38 CÓDIGOS CTCSS DE COMUNICACIÓN
PRIVADA
• Circuito de AHORRO DE PILA
• RESISTENTE AL AGUA
• AVISO DE LLAMADA
• AVISO SONORO DE CAMBIO
• REDUCCIÓN AUTOMÁTICA DE RUIDO DE
FONDO
• Extensor de ALCANCE MÁXIMO
• Botón de BLOQUEO
• Pantalla LCD ILUMINADA
• Receptáculo para ALTOPARLANTE Y
MICRÓFONO EXTERNOS
• PINZA PARA EL CINTURÓN
• CORREA PARA LA MUÑECA
El radio microTALK® le dará largos años de
servicio sin problemas si lo cuida correctamente.
He aquí algunas sugerencias: 1) Maneje el radio
con cuidado, 2) mantenga el radio lejos del
polvo, 3) nunca sumerja el radio en agua ni lo
coloque en lugares húmedos y 4) evite la
exposición a temperaturas extremas.
Una vida más sencilla y segura
La gente ha descubierto muchas formas
prácticas y útiles de utilizar sus radios
microTALK®. Con el paso del tiempo, es muy
probable que descubra sus propias aplicaciones.
Por ejemplo, usted puede…
• Mantenerse en contacto con otras personas en
excursiones, 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 reunión
en eventos públicos concurridos
Instalación y reemplazo de las
pilas
Lengüeta de SUJECIÓN
1. Baje la lengüeta de
SUJECIÓNpara quitar la
tapa del compartimiento
de las pilas.
2. Inserte cuatro pilas
tipo “AAA”. (Siempre
utilice pilas alcalinas de
alta calidad.) Coloque las
pilas de acuerdo con las
marcas de polaridad.
(NOTA: Consulte la página 22 para obtener
información sobre el paquete de pilas y el
cargador de escritorio que se ofrecen como
accesorios optativos.)
Encendido del radio microTALK®
Interruptor
1. Gire el interruptor de
de
ENCENDIDO, APAGADO y
ENCENDIDO,
VOLUMENen sentido
APAGADO y
horario para encender la
VOLUMEN
unidad y ajustar el
volumen. Un aviso
sonoro le indicará que el radio está encendido.
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ESPAÑOL
OPERACIÓN
Cuando la carga de la
pila está baja,
comienza a parpadear
el indicador BATTLOW
(pila con carga baja).
(NOTA: Si utiliza un código de comunicación
privada, los dos radios deben estar sintonizados al
mismo canal y el mismo código de comunicación
privada para que puedan comunicarse. En cada
canal se recuerda el código de comunicación
privada más reciente que usted seleccionó.)
Ahorro
automático de carga de las pilas
Para seleccionar un código de
comunicación privada:
El radio microTALK® tiene un circuito especial
diseñado para prolongar la vida útil de las pilas. Si
no hay transmisiones en un período de diez
segundos, la unidad cambia automáticamente a la
modalidad de ahorro de carga de las pilas y
aparece el mensaje
“POWER SAVER” en la
pantalla. Esto no afecta
la capacidad de la
unidad para recibir
transmisiones.
1. Después de
seleccionar un canal,
oprima y suelte el botón
de MODALIDAD. En la
pantalla comenzará a Botón de MODALIDAD
parpadear un número
pequeño junto al número de canal.
2. Oprima el botón de CAMBIO DE CANAL para
seleccionar un código de comunicación privada.
Puede mantener oprimido el botón para avanzar o
retroceder rápidamente por los números de
código.
3. Cuando aparezca en la pantalla el número del
código de comunicación privada que desea utilizar,
oprima y suelte el botón de MODALIDAD o no
oprima ningún botón durante 15 segundos.
Pila con carga baja
Selección del canal
1. Con el radio encendido, seleccione cualquiera
de los 14 canales
oprimiendo los botones
de CAMBIO DE CANAL.
Botones de
(NOTA: Ambos radios
CAMBIO DE
deben estar sintonizados
CANAL
en el mismo canal para
que puedan
comunicarse.)
Selección del código de comunicación
privada CTCSS
El sistema CTCSS (sistema de reducción de ruido
de fondo controlado por tonos codificados) es un
avanzado sistema de codificación por tonos que le
permite seleccionar uno de 38 códigos de
comunicación privada para reducir la interferencia
provocada por otros usuarios del canal.
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Para llamar a otra persona
Para avisar a otra
persona que quiere
Botón de
hablar con ella:
LLAMADA
1. Oprima y suelte el
botón de LLAMADA. La
otra persona oirá una
señal de timbrado de dos segundos de duración.
Usted no podrá transmitir ni recibir durante los dos
segundos de la señal de llamada.
ESPAÑOL
Para hablar con
otra persona
OPERACIÓN
Botón de
TRANSMISIÓN
1. Mantenga oprimido el
botón de TRANSMISIÓN.
2. Hable normalmente,
con el micrófono a unos
5 cm (2 pulgadas) de la
boca.
3. Suelte el botón de
TRANSMISIÓNcuando
termine de hablar y
espere a la respuesta. No podrá recibir llamadas
mientras el botón de TRANSMISIÓNestá
oprimido.
Aviso sonoro de cambio
La persona con la que está hablando oirá una
señal cuando usted suelte el botón de
TRANSMISIÓN. Esta señal le avisa a la persona
que usted ha terminado de hablar y que la otra
persona puede comenzar a hablar.
Para escuchar a la otra persona
Al terminar de hablar:
1. Suelte el botón de TRANSMISIÓN para recibir
transmisiones. El radio microTALK® siempre está
en la modalidad de recepción cuando el botón de
TRANSMISIÓN no está
oprimido.
2. Ajuste el volumen
girando el interruptor de
Control de
ENCENDIDO, APAGADO y
VOLUMEN
VOLUMEN.
Iluminación de la pantalla
1. Oprima y suelte el
botón de ILUMINACIÓN
y ALCANCE MÁXIMO
para iluminar la pantalla
durante diez segundos.
Botón de
ILUMINACIÓN
ALCANCE
MÁXIMO
Función de bloqueo
La función de bloqueo se utiliza para bloquear los
botones de CAMBIO DE CANAL y el botón de
MODALIDAD, impidiendo que sean accionados de
manera accidental. Para utilizar la función de
bloqueo:
1. En la modalidad de espera, mantenga oprimido
el botón de BLOQUEO durante un segundo. El
icono de bloqueo
parpadeará si la unidad Botón de
está bloqueada. Los
BLOQUEO
botones e interruptores
que no se bloquean son
los de LLAMADA,
ILUMINACIÓN y
ALCANCE MÁXIMO,
TRANSMISIÓN y ENCENDIDO, APAGADO y
VOLUMEN, que siguen funcionando normalmente
aunque la unidad esté bloqueada.
2. Para desbloquear los botones, vuelva a oprimir
y soltar el botón de BLOQUEO. El icono de
bloqueo desaparecerá de la pantalla y los botones
quedarán desbloqueados.
Reducción automática de ruido de
fondo
El radio microTALK® está equipado con una
función de reducción automática de ruido de
fondo, que cancela automáticamente las
transmisiones débiles y el ruido indeseable
provocado por las condiciones del terreno o porque
está en el límite de alcance.
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OPERACIÓN
Extensor de alcance máximo
Puede apagar temporalmente la función de
reducción automática de ruido de fondo para
permitir la recepción de todas las señales y así
extender el alcance
máximo del radio.
Botón de
1. Mantenga oprimido ILUMINACIÓN
el botón de
ALCANCE
ILUMINACIÓN y
MÁXIMO
ALCANCE MÁXIMO
durante cinco segundos.
Sonarán dos señales para indicarle que el
extensor de alcance máximo está encendido.
2. Para apagar el extensor de alcance máximo,
mantenga oprimido el botón de ILUMINACIÓN y
ALCANCE MÁXIMOdurante un segundo o
cambie de canal.
Receptáculo para altoparlante y
micrófono externos
El radio microTALK® puede equiparse con
altoparlante y micrófono externos (no
incluidos), para que usted pueda utilizar el
radio a manos libres. Consulte la página 22
para conocer los accesorios optativos. Para
conectar el altoparlante y micrófono externos:
Altoparlante y
micrófono externos
Receptáculo para
altoparlante y micrófono
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ESPAÑOL
1. Abra la lengüeta del receptáculo del
altoparlante y micrófono externos, localizado en
la parte superior de la unidad.
2. Introduzca la clavija en el receptáculo para
altoparlante y micrófono.
Alcance del radio microTALK®
El radio microTALK® tiene un alcance máximo
de 3,2 km (2 millas). El alcance variará
dependiendo del terreno y las condiciones.
El radio funcionará con el alcance máximo en
zonas planas y despejadas. La presencia de
edificios y follaje en la trayectoria de la señal
pueden reducir el alcance. El follaje denso y el
terreno montañoso reducirán la señal.
Recuerde que puede obtener el mayor alcance
con el extensor de alcance máximo. Consulte la
sección anterior para conocer los detalles.
ESPAÑOL
GAR AN TÍ A • AC CESO RI OS • E SP ECI FI CA C ION ES
Para 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.
Pinza de reemplazo
para el cinturón
FA-BC3
Altoparlante y micrófono de
solapa
MA-SM
Auricular miniatura con
micrófono y botón de
transmisión
MA-EBM
Audífonos con
micrófono Vox
MA-VOX
Paquete de pilas NiMH
recargables
FA-BP
Cargador de escritorio para pilas
NiMH con dos receptáculos de carga
FA-CG
Especificaciones generales
A. FRECUENCIAS
ASIGNACIÓN DE CANALES
CANAL 1: 462.5625 MHz
CANAL 2: 462.5875 MHz
CANAL 3: 462.6125 MHz
CANAL 4: 462.6375 MHz
CANAL 5: 462.6625 MHz
CANAL 6: 462.6875 MHz
CANAL 7: 462.7125 MHz
CANAL 8: 467.5625 MHz
CANAL 9: 467.5875 MHz
CANAL 10: 467.6125 MHz
CANAL 11: 467.6375 MHz
CANAL 12: 467.6625 MHz
CANAL 13: 467.6875 MHz
CANAL 14: 467.7125 MHz
B. RECEPTOR
UNIDAD
1. SENSIBILIDAD
12 DB SEÑAL MÁS RUIDO Y DISTORSIÓN
(SINAD)
dBm
PARA DETECCIÓN DE SEÑAL DE LLAMADA dBm
2. SALIDA SONORA MÁXIMA CON 10%
DE DISTORSIÓN ARMÓNICA TOTAL (THD) mW
3. RELACIÓN MÁXIMA SEÑAL-RUIDO CON ENTRADA
DE RADIOFRECUENCIA DE 1 mV
dB
4. REDUCCIÓN DE RUIDO DE FONDO
a) SENSIBILIDAD
dB m
b) TIEMPO DE ATAQUE
ms
c) TIEMPO DE CIERRE
ms
5. RESPUESTA DE FRECUENCIA SONORA
A 300 Hz
dB
A 2500 Hz
dB
NOMINAL
-121
-121
200
50
-121
150
200
-3
-10
6. ANCHO DE BANDA DE DESPLAZAMIENTO
DE SEÑAL
±kHz
7. RECHAZO DE CANALES ADYACENTES dB
8. RECHAZO DE INTERMODULACIÓN
dB
9. RECHAZO DE RESPUESTAS ESPURIAS dB
60
65
55
C. TRANSMISOR
1. POTENCIA
2. FRECUENCIA PORTADORA
ESTABILIDAD
3. LIMITACIÓN DE MODULACIÓN
4. TIEMPO DE ATAQUE DE PORTADORA
5. RESPUESTA DE FRECUENCIA SONORA
A 300 Hz
A 2500 Hz
6. DISTORSIÓN SONORA
7. ZUMBIDO
8. COMPORTAMIENTO DE FRECUENCIAS
TRANSITORIAS
a) TRANSMISOR ENCENDIDO
b) TRANSMISOR APAGADO
UNIDAD NOMINAL
mW
500
±Hz
kHz
ms
500
2.5
30
dB
dB
dB
-10
38
ms
ms
30
D. FUENTE DE PODER
1. DURACIÓN DE LA PILA (RELACIÓN 1:1:18) HORAS
2. INTERVALO OPERATIVO DE LA PILA
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4.0 - 6.0
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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
For more information about
our products or to order online,
please visit our website:
www.cobra.com
Click “shop Cobra ®”
Nothingcomes close to a Cobra™
Printed in China Part No. 480-022-P
La ligne des produits Cobra ®
de haute qualité comprend:
La línea de productos de calidad Cobra®
también incluye:
Des radios C.B.
Des radios FRS microTALK ®
Des détecteurs de radar/laser
Avertisseur de circulation Safety Alert®
Des accessoires de C.B. HighGear ™
Des inverseurs de courant
Radios de banda civil (CB)
Radios microTALK®
Detectores de radar y láser
Safety Alert®
Sistemas de advertencia de tráfico
Accesorios
Accesorios HighGear™
Rienne s’approche d’un Cobra™
Imprimé en Chine # 480-022-P
Nadase parece a Cobra™
Impreso en China Núm. de catálogo 480-022-P
©2002 Cobra Electronics Corporation • 6500 West Cortland Street • Chicago, IL 60707 USA

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