Cobra Electronics HH50WXST HANDHELD CB TRANSCEIVER User Manual Manual USA

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Contents
Features...........................................................................1
The CB Story..................................................................A1
Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators................................................A2
Our Thanks to You......................................................A3
SoundTracker® System
Customer Support
Operating Your HH 50 WX ST
Antenna........................................................................2
Battery Installation...................................................3
Belt Clip........................................................................3
Turning on Your CB..................................................4
Setting Squelch.........................................................4
Selecting a Channel.................................................6
LCD Display.................................................................7
Transmit/Receive......................................................8
One Touch Channel 9 & 19................................... 10
All Channel Scan.......................................................11
Dual Watch..................................................................12
Weather Channels....................................................14
Power High/Low.......................................................16
Battery Capacity Level.............................................18
SoundTracker® System............................................19
Illuminated Display..................................................23
Lock Key.......................................................................24
In Vehicle Use.............................................................25
How Your CB Can Serve You.................................26
A Few Rules You Should Know............................26
Weather Channel Messages..................................27
Channel 9 Emergency Messages........................28
CB 10 Codes................................................................30
Frequency Ranges......................................................32
HH 50 WX ST Specifications...................................33
Warranty Information..............................................34
Optional Accessories.................................................35
FCC.....................................................................................36
If You Think You Need Service............Back Cover
Features of This Product
• 40 CB Channels
• 10 Weather Channels
• Full Feature LCD Display
• Dual Channel Watch
• Full Channel Scan
• Battery Level Meter
•	External Speaker/
Microphone Jack
• Instant Channel 9 & 19
• High/Low Power Saver 		
Switch
• BNC Antenna Connector
• Lock Key
• Battery Charge Jack
• Battery Charge LED
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Operation
Operation
Attach Antenna
Attach the Antenna
Note
Battery Installation
Install the Batteries
Insert.
Note
Press and
hold down
on arrow
and slide
down
To increase range as a
portable, use HA-TA telescopic
loaded long range antenna.
(See Accessory Page 35).
Turn clockwise. ⁄4 turn.
To remove battery chamber cover, press down
on the arrow and slide down.
Install the batteries by polarity markings.
Replace cover.
Ignoring polarity markings (+/-)
may cause damage to both the
unit and the batteries.
The HH 50 WX ST requires
9 “AA” alkaline or NiMH
batteries rated at 1000 mAh
(not included with
the unit).
When the batteries are low or
need charging the BATTERY
icon will flash on the LCD display. Replace alkaline batteries
or recharge NiMH batteries.
NiMH rechargeable batteries
should be charged a minimum of
12 hours with a CA-45CB charger.
NiMH rechargeables should have
a rating of 1.2 vdc, 1000 mAh.
NiMH rechargeable batteries
should be charged a minimum
of 12 hours with a CA-45CB
charger.
Attach the Belt Clip
1 Slide the belt clip up
on the rails of the
base until tab locks.
Attach the Belt Clip
	To remove the belt
clip, lift the tab out
and slide the belt
clip down.
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SPK
SPK
MIC
CHG
PWR
Operation
Operation
Turning On
Turning On
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise.
Note
Gate open
Make sure the antenna is
installed on the radio.
Note
SQUELCH VOLUME
When you turn on the
HH 50 WX ST , a series of tones
will be heard and the icons will
briefly appear on the LCD
display.
OFF
SQUELCH VOLUME
SQUELCH VOLUME
LCD lights on for 5 seconds,
then turns off.
OFF
Setting Squelch
	Fully counterclockwise opens the
“gate” and all signals enter.
OFF
Setting Squelch
Squelch is the “control gate” for incoming signals.
Gate set to Desired
Squelch Setting (DSS)
Gate closed
SQUELCH VOLUME
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SQUELCH VOLUME
SQUELCH VOLUME
OFF
OFF
	Turn the volume up
louder than normal.
	Fully clockwise
closes the “gate”,
allowing no
incoming signals.
SQUELCH VOLUME
OFF
OFF
SQUELCH VOLUME
OFF
	To achieve the Desired Squelch Setting (DSS),
turn the Squelch control counterclockwise until
you hear noise. Now turn the control clockwise just until the noise stops. This is the DSS
setting.
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Operation
Operation
Select a Channel
Select a Channel
Turn power ON.
Note
All needed information is displayed on the LCD
display panel.
	For higher channels,
push UP arrow key.
SPK
LCD Display
LCD Display
	For lower channels,
push DOWN arrow
key.
MIC
PROG
SPK
SPK
MIC
MIC
Program Key
Emergency Channel Indicator
CHG
For quick channel advance, push
and hold arrow key(s).
CHG
CHG
PWR
PWR
PWR
PROG
PWR SAVE WX
SCAN DW EMG
or
ST
+30 SIGNAL
POWER
Displays the
strength of the
incoming signal
Note
When switching from one
channel to another, squelch
will need to be reset. See Setting
Squelch on pages 4 and 5.
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Displays the strength
of the outgoing
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SPK
MIC
CHG
PWR
Operation
Operation
SPK
MIC
CHG
Transmit/Receive
Transmit / Receive
PWR
Stop
Antenna must be installed
before transmitting.
To transmit, push and hold PTT button.
While the PTT button is depressed you
cannot receive transmissions.
ST
Hold the radio
about 2 inches
from your mouth.
Speak in a normal
voice.
RELEASE
0.5
POWER
	Release the PTT button to receive incoming
transmissions.
	The TRANSMISSION POWER METER will be
­displayed when transmitting.
During transmit, your outgoing transmission
power is measured in watts and displayed on
the power bar graph.
ST
+30 SIGNAL
Note
Your HH50 WX ST is always
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When you are receiving an incoming signal, the
strength of that signal will be displayed on the
SIGNAL STRENGTH METER.
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Operation
One Touch for
Channel 9 and
Channel 19
Operation
One Touch For Channel 9 and Channel 19
T o gain instant access to Channels 9 (emergency)
and 19 (information) from other channels:
ST
PROG
0.5
+30 SIGNAL
CB / WX
SCAN
EMG
ST
PROG
0.5
PUSH A
3RD TIME
+30 SIGNAL
CB / WX
SCAN
Push CH 9/19 once for channel 9.
All Channel Scan
All Channel Scan
To scan all 40 channels:
Note
Note
ST
Pressing CHANNEL UP/
DOWN key will exit you
from this mode.
0.5
	To return to the original channel, push
CH 9/19 a third time.
Set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS).
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
ST
PROG
CB / WX
0.5
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
PROG
CB / WX
SCAN
When an incoming
transmission is received the
HH 50 WX ST will stop scanning.
10 seconds after the incoming
signal stops, scanning will
resume.
Note
To set Desired Squelch Setting
(DSS) see Setting Squelch on
pages 4 and 5.
Push CH 9/19 again for Channel 19.
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Push SCAN key. The channels will index.
	To stop scanning, push SCAN key again.
Pressing the PTT key or scan key
will terminate scan mode.
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Operation
Operation
Dual Watch
Dual Watch
Dual Watch allows simultaneous monitoring of two
user selected channels. For example, to monitor
Channel 11 and 17 for incoming transmissions:
Note
To set Desired Squelch Setting
(DSS) see Setting Squelch on
pages 4 and 5.
	Select Channel 17 with CHANNEL UP/
DOWN key.
DW
Set Desired Squelch Setting (DSS).
ST
Select Channel 11 with CHANNEL UP/
DOWN key.
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
PROG
ST
0.5
PROG
PUSH &
RELEASE
+30 SIGNAL
CB / WX
SCAN
Push and release PWR SAVER/CH9/19/DW key,
a “beep” will be heard.
The DW icon will stay on.
Push and release PROGRAM key.
Note
PROGRAM icon will be displayed.
When a incoming transmission
is received the HH 50 WX ST will
stop monitoring and remain on
the channel. After 10 seconds the
radio will continue to monitor the
2 channels.
DW
ST
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
flashing
icon
PROG
Note
At a later time you can recall
your last preset DW channels by
pushing and releasing the
FUNCTION key and quickly
pushing and releasing the
DW key.
PUSH &
HOLD
SCAN
	The HH 50 WX ST display will switch between
the selected channels.
	To stop dual watch, push CHANNEL UP/ DOWN
key, or turn the radio off.
The DW icon will flash and the PROGRAM icon
will disappear.
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Push and hold PWR SAVER/CH9/19/DW key
until “beep” is heard.
CB / WX
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SPK
MIC
Operation
Weather Channels
Operation
CHG
PWR
Weather Channels
Note
10 National Weather Channels provide
weather transmission reception.
An agency of the U.S.
Department of Commerce,
NOAA operates 500 stations
which reach about 90% of the
U.S. population. If you cannot
receive a weather station, you
may not have one in your area.
Note
PROG
WX
The 10 National Weather
Channels include 7 NOAA
and 3 Canadian channels.
These channels provide
full coverage to keep you
informed of weather
conditions, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.
ST
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
To change weather channels push the
CHANNEL UP/DOWN arrow keys.
At times, different channels can be received.
Select the one with the clearest audio quality.
For a list of weather
frequencies see specifications
in the Frequency Ranges
section on page 32.
ST
	Push and release the CB/WX key and the
current weather channel will appear.
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
If you wish to receive a listing
of NOAA Weather Radio
Transmitter locations, contact
your nearest National Weather
Service Office, or write to:
National Weather Service
(Attn: W/OM11), NOAA
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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SCAN
Note
Your HH 50 WX ST has a
special auto squelch circuit
for weather transmission
which disables your squelch
control.
	To return to normal CB operation, push and
release the CB/WX key again.
The WX icon will disappear.
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Operation
Operation
Power Saver (HI/LOW) Power Saver (HI/LOW)
Reduces the transmit power output to 1 watt to
extend the battery life.
PWR SAVE
ST
PROG
ST
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
+30 SIGNAL
Note
The battery life is increased
­approximately 50% while in
Power Saver Mode.
SCAN
Note
The low power setting cuts
the transmitting range in
half. The receiving range
is not affected.
Push and release the PROGRAM key.
PROGRAM icon will be displayed.
Push and release the CB/WX key.
	The PWR SAVE icon will appear and the
PROGRAM icon will disappear.
To exit Power Saver (HI/LOW) mode:
Push and release PROGRAM key.
PROGRAM icon will be displayed.
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Push and release the CB/WX PWR SAVER key.
PROGRAM and PWR SAVE icon will disappear
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Operation
Battery Capacity
Level
Operation
Battery Capacity Level
The SoundTracker® System
To monitor the remaining power level of the
HH 50 WX ST battery: Check the battery icon bands.
While previous systems only “blanket out” or
limit noise in higher sound frequencies, the
revolutionary SoundTracker® System actually
reduces noise while leaving the signal intact in
the reception mode. In the transmission mode,
it actually strengthens the signal, providing you
with a significant reduction in noise on reception
and transmission.
Note
ST
The radio does not transmit if
the batteries are low.
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
Note
SoundTracker® gives you
clearer, cleaner reception to
improve CB communications
while on the air.
Sound clarity is measured by the ratio
of the signal level to the noise level.
The higher the signal-to-noise ratio,
the better the sound.
The BATTERY icon will flash if the batteries are
low. Replace or recharge the batteries as soon
as possible.
How SoundTracker® Works
On Reception - “Cuts noise coming in”
With a normal CB, distant signals fall below
the squelch level and are unintelligible. With a
SoundTracker® CB. the noise level is cut up to
90%, which increases the signal-to-noise ratio
and dramatically improves signal clarity. This also
allows you to significantly reduce the squelch
level, which greatly expands your listening range.
On Transmission - “Strengthens signals going out”
A SoundTracker® CB strengthens the transmit
signal by more effectively using the available
RF power output of the CB. The result is improved
transmission signal clarity and an expanded
transmission range.
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Operation
Activating
®
SoundTracker
Operation
Activating SoundTracker®
ST
+30 SIGNAL
ST
Note
PROG
CB / WX
Testing
®
SoundTracker
Testing SoundTracker®
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
This engages the
SoundTracker® system and
reduces the incoming noise
level.
1 Select any unused channel on your CB.
PROG
CB / WX
SCAN
Push and release the ST key.
SQUELCH VOLUME
SQUELCH VOLUME
OFF
OFF
ST
The SOUNDTRACKER icon will appear.
PROG
CB / WX
	Fully counterclockwise opens the “gate” and
all signals enter. Turn the knob clockwise until
it stops.
	Deactivate soundtrack mode by pressing the
SOUNDTRACKER key.
+30 SIGNAL
SCAN
continued
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Operation
Operation
SQUELCH VOLUME
PROG
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
SQUELCH VOLUME
SCAN
OFF
OFF
	Turn the volume up louder than your normal
listening level.
ST
Note
PROG
At times you may experience
different levels of noise
reduction. Different terrains
and environments will effect
the SoundTracker® System’s
performance.
CB / WX
To disengage SoundTracker® push and release
the ST key again.
+30 SIGNAL
	ST icon will disappear.
SCAN
Lighted Display
Lighted Display
Push and release the ST key.
The SOUNDTRACKER icon will appear.
*Notice the significant reduction in noise.
PUSH &
RELEASE
	To illuminate the display, push and release the
light key.
The light will remain on for about 10 seconds.
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Operation
Lock Key
Operation
In Vehicle Use
Lock Key
In Vehicle Use
The purpose is to lock the front keys to avoid
accidental actuation.
The HH 50 WX ST can be connected to your
cigarette lighter port with the provided adapter.
This power connection will also charge the
batteries with the included interchageable tip.
Note
ST
PTT , LIGHT, VOLUME,
SQUELCH and LOCK functions
are still operational while the
LOCK function is activated.
PROG
0.5
CB / WX
+30 SIGNAL
12V DC
SCAN
PUSH &
HOLD
	To lock, push and hold the LOCK key.
The LOCK icon will appear.
To unlock, push and hold the LOCK key.
Note
The HH50RT Road trip model
comes with a magnet mounted
antenna (item #HH-Mini).
CHG
PWR
Connecting to power.
12V DC
SPK
MIC
CHG
PWR
Charging using the interchangeable tip.
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Due to the characteristics of
CB transmissions, it is
necessary to use an external
car roof/truck magnet mounted
antenna (item # HG A1000) and
a BNC S0239 adapter
(item # HA-BNC) to receive
optimal performance while in
your vehicle. See Accessories
section on page 35.
SPK
MIC
Note
SAFETY NOTICE
MPE minimum distance for
HH-Mini Antenna
The antenna used for this
transceiver must be properly
installed and maintained and
must provide a seperation
distance of at least 12 inches (31
cm) from all persons and must
not be co-located or operated
in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter. Never
transmit if any person is closer
than the specified distance to
the antenna.
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How Your CB Can Serve You
A Few Rules
You Should
Know
How Your CB Can Serve You
A CB Radio Can:
Weather Channel Messages
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Local weather reports are provided by NOAA
(National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration)
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. An agency of the
U. S. Department of Commerce, NOAA operates
500 stations which reach about 90% of the U. S.
population. If you cannot receive a weather
station, you may not have one in your area.
A similar network of 15 stations broadcasts
continuous weather information across much
of southern Canada.
Warn of traffic problems
Provide weather and road data
Provide help in event of an emergency
Provide direct contact with home or office
Assist police by reporting erratic drivers
Get local information to find a destination
Communicate with family and friends
Suggest spots to eat and sleep
Keep you alert while traveling
A Few Rules You Should Know
A. 	Conversations cannot last more than 5 minutes
with another station. A one minute break is
required to let others use the channel.
Weather Channel
Messages
Note
If you wish to receive a listing of NOAA Weather Radio
Transmitter locations, contact
your nearest National Weather
Service Office,
or write to:
National Weather Service
(Attn: W/OM11), NOAA
Silver Spring, MD 20910
For a list of weather frequencies see specifications in the
Frequency Ranges section on
page 32.
B. You cannot blast others off the air by use of
illegally amplified transmitters or illegally
high antennas.
C. Y
 ou cannot use a CB to promote illegal
activities.
D. Profanity is not allowed.
E. You may not transmit music with a CB.
F. Selling of merchandise and/or services is
prohibited.
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How Your CB Can Serve You
Channel 9 Emergency Channel 9 Emergency Messages
Messages
1.	 Set to channel 9 for emergencies
Be sure the antenna is properly connected.
Note
If there is no response on
channel 9, try channels 19
or 14.
2.	CB Distress Data
	When transmitting an emergency, you should
request a “REACT BASE” and provide the CB
distress data (called CLIP):
all Sign
ocation
njuries
roblem
Identify yourself.
Be exact.
Number. Type. Trapped?
Give details and help needed.
Transmit CLIP repeatedly so any monitor can assist.
How Your CB Can Serve You
The FCC gives these examples of permitted and
prohibited messages for channel 9. These are
only guidelines and not all-inclusive:
Permitted
Example Message
Yes
“Tornado sighted six miles north
		 of town.”
No
“Post number 10.
No tornado sighted.”
Yes
“Out of gas on I-95 at mile
		 marker 211.”
No
“Out of gas in my driveway.”
Yes
“Four car accident on I-94 at
		 Exit 11. Send police and
		ambulance.”
No
“Traffic moving smoothly on I-94.”
Yes
“Weather Bureau has issued
		 thunderstorm warning.
		 Bring sailboat into port.”
No
“Attention motorists.
		 Weather Bureau advises snow
		 tomorrow will accumulate
		 4 to 6 inches.”
Yes		 “Fire in building at 539 Main,
			 Evanston.”
No		 “Halloween patrol number 3.
			 All quiet.”
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How Your CB Can Serve You
CB 10-Codes
CB 10-Codes
Citizen Bands have adopted the “10-CODES” for
standard questions and answers. These codes
provide quick and easy communication, especially
in noisy areas. Following are some of the more
common codes and meanings:
Code
10-1
10-2
10-3
10-4
10-5
10-6
10-7
10-8
Meaning
Receiving poorly
Receiving well
Stop transmitting
OK, message received
Relay message
Busy, stand by
Out of service, leaving
In service, subject to call
10-9
10-10
10-11
10-12
10-13
10-16
10-17
10-18
10-19
10-20
10-21
10-22
10-23
10-24
10-25
10-26
10-27
10-28
Repeat message
Transmission completed standing by
Talking too rapidly
Visitors present
Advise weather/roads
Make pick up at
Urgent business
Anything for us?
Return to base
My location is
Call by phone
Report in person to
Stand by
Completed last assignment
Can you contact
Disregard last info
Moving to channel			
Identify your station
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How Your CB Can Serve You
Code
10-29
10-30
10-33
10-34
10-35
10-36
10-37
10-50
10-39
10-41
10-42
10-43
10-44
10-45
10-50
10-60
10-62
10-63
10-64
10-65
10-67
10-70
10-71
10-77
10-81
10-82
10-85
10-91
10-93
10-94
10-99
10-200
Meaning
Time is up for contact
Does not conform to FCC rules
Emergency traffic
Trouble at this station
Confidential information
Correct time is
Wrecker needed at
Ambulance needed
Message delivered
Turn to channel
Traffic accident at
Traffic tie up at
Have a message for
All units within range please report		
Break channel
What is next message number?
Unable to copy. Use phone
Net directed to
Net clear
Awaiting your next message/assignment
All units comply
Fire at
Proceed, transmission in sequence
Negative contact
Reserve hotel room for
Reserve room for
My address is
Talk closer to mic
Check my frequency on this channel
Give me a long count
Mission completed, all units secure
Police needed at
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Frequency Ranges
HH
The COBRA HH 50 WX ST transceiver represents one
of the most ad­vanced AM two-way radios used as
a Class D station in the Citizens Band Radio Service.
This unit features advanced Phase Lock Loop (PLL)
circuitry providing complete cov­er­age of all 40 CB
chan­nels and 10 weather channels as shown below.
Channel 		
Channel		
Weather
CB
Freq.
CB
Freq.
Weather Freq.
Channel In MHz Channel In MHz Channel In MHz
26.965 21
27.215 1
26.975 22
27.225 2
26.985 23
27.255 3
27.005 24
27.235 4
27.015 25
27.245 6
27.025 26
27.265 7
27.035 27
27.275 8
27.055 28
27.285 9
27.065 29
27.295 00
10
27.075 30
27.305
11
12
13
14
15
27.085
27.105
27.115
27.125
27.135
31
32
33
34
35
16
17
18
19
20
27.155
27.165
27.175
27.185
27.205
36
37
50
39
40
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162.550
162.400
162.475
162.425
162.450
162.500
162.525
161.650
161.775
163.275
*	Canadian
27.315 weather channels
27.325 are 8, 9 and 00.
27.335
27.345
27.355
27.365
27.375
27.505
27.395
27.405
50 WX ST Specifications
GENERAL
CHANNELS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CB - 40 CH
WEATHER - 10 CH
FREQUENCY RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . CB - 26.965 TO 27.405 MHZ
WEATHER - 161.650 TO 163.275 MHZ
FREQUENCY TOLERANCE . . . . . . 0.005 %
FREQUENCY CONTROL  . . . . . . . PLL (PHASE LOCK LOOP) SYNTHESIZER
OPERATING TEMPERATURE
RANGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . -30° C TO + 50° C
MICROPHONE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ELECTRET, PUSH-TO-TALK
INPUT VOLTAGE  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13.5 VDC (INTERNAL 9AA BATTERIES)
13.8 VDC, EXTERNAL
ANTENNA CONNECTOR . . . . . . . BNC
METER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LCD DISPLAY, ICONS
WEIGHT  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.02 oz. without batteries
15.09 oz. with batteries
TRANSMITTER
POWER OUTPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MODULATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
FREQUENCY RESPONSE  . . . . . . .
OUTPUT IMPEDANCE  . . . . . . . . .
4.0 W AT 13.8 VDC - HIGH, 1.0W - LOW
AM
300 - 3000 HZ AT -6 dB
50 OHMS, UNBALANCED
RECEIVER
CB
SENSITIVITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LESS THAN 1 uV FOR 10 dB S/N
IF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  DUAL CONVERSION SUPERHETERODYNE
AUDIO OUTPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 mW MAXIMUM AT 10% DISTORTION
FREQUENCY RESPONSE  . . . . . . . 300 - 3000 HZ AT -6 dB
2ND IF IMAGE REJECTION . . . . . GREATER THAN 60 dB
ADJACENT CH. REJECTION  . . . . 50 DB MIN.
AUTOMATIC NOISE LIMITER . . . BUILT- IN
FREQUENCY CONTROL  . . . . . . . PLL (PHASE LOCK LOOP)
WEATHER
SENSITIVITY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LESS THAN 1 uV FOR 12 dB SINAD
IF FREQUENCY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DUAL CONVERSION SUPERHETERODYNE
AUDIO OUTPUT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MAXIMUM 400 mW AT 10% DISTORTION
FREQUENCY RESPONSE  . . . . . . . 300 - 3000 HZ AT -6 dB
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Limited Two Year Warranty
COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its
COBRA CB 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 Electronics
Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, Illinois 60707
www.cobra.com
COBRA will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,
de­fec­tive CB 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.
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 lim­it­ a­tions may not apply
to you.
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Optional Accessories
Ear Bud Mic with PTT
Integrated speaker/mic adapter
that fits in your ear. Includes shirt
clip.
PMR-EBM
Lapel Microphone
Remote microphone/speaker
connection.
PMR-SM
Magnetic Mount CB/
Weather Antenna
Allows greater
transmission range
while in a moving
vehicle.
HH-MINI (Included with
the HH50RT)
120 Volt A/C Wall Charger
with Plug
Charges 9 NiMH battery cells in
24 hours right in the unit.
CA-45CB		
BNC/SO239 Antenna Adapter
Allows connection of the
HH 50 WX ST to standard
antennas.
HA-BNC
Long Range Antenna
Doubles the range
of your HH 50 WX ST.
HA-TA
You can find these fine
accessories at
www.cobra.com
(1) High Performance NiMH
Rechargeable Battery Cell
212-001-N-001
Replacement DC Power Cord
with Charge Adapter
To charge rechargeable
batteries or in-vehicle use.
HH50-CIG
Order by phone
Call 773.889.3087 (Press 1
from the main menu) 8 a.m.5:30 p.m. M-F Central Time.
Order by mail or fax
Please fill out order form
on next page, and mail/fax
directly to Cobra.
Replacement Belt Clip
HA-BC1
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FCC
FCC Part 15.19 Warning Statement- (Required for all Part 15
devices)
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES.
OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:
(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND
(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED
OPERATION.
FCC Part 15.21 Warning StatementNOTE: THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CHANGES
OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY APPROVED BY THE PARTY
RESPONSIBLE FOR COMPLIANCE. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD
VOID THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
FCC Part 15.105(b) Warning Statement
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Antennas approved for use with HH50WXST:
Model
Gain
Impedance
HH-ANT
-5 dBi
50Ω
HG-TA
-3 dBi
50Ω
HH-MINI
0 dBi
50Ω
Le présent émetteur radio (identifier le dispositif par son numéro
de certification ou son numéro de modèle s’il fait partie du
matériel de catégorie I) a été approuvé par Industrie Canada pour
fonctionner avec les types d’antenne énumérés ci-dessous et
ayant un gain admissible maximal et l’impédance requise pour
chaque type d’antenne. Les types d’antenne non inclus dans
cette liste, ou dont le gain est supérieur au gain maximal indiqué,
sont strictement interdits pour l’exploitation de l’émetteur.
IC RSS-GEN, Sec 8.4 Warning Statement
This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS
standard(s). 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.
Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d’Industrie Canada
applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L’exploitation
est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) l’appareil ne
doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l’utilisateur de l’appareil
doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le
brouillage est susceptible d’en compromettre le fonctionnement.
IC RSS-GEN, Sec 8.3 Warning Statement
This radio transmitter, 906A-HH50WXST, has been approved
by Industry Canada to operate with the antenna types listed
below with the maximum permissible gain and required antenna
impedance for each antenna type indicated. Antenna types not
included in this list, having a gain greater than the maximum
gain indicated for that type, are strictly prohibited for use with
this device.
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50 WX ST
HH
The CB Story
The Citizens Band lies between the shortwave broadcast and
10-meter Amateur radio bands, and was established by law
in 1949. The Class D two-way communications service was
opened in 1959. (CB also includes a Class A citizens band and
Class C remote control frequencies.)
If You Think You Need Service
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 - 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday, Central Time.
Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at
www.cobra.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobra.com
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 proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction
or carbon or 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 print 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 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.
Operating Instructions
for your Cobra HH 50 WX ST
What’s Included with Your HH 50 WX ST
1. High Efficiency Antenna
Citizens Band
2-Way Handheld
CB Radio
2. Removable Belt Clip
3. Wrist Strap
4. 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter Plug & Charge Adapter
5. Operating Manual
Trademark Info
Cobra®, Dynamike®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra® SoundTracker®, and the snake design are
registered trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
© 2017 Cobra Electronics Corporation
Printed in China
Part No. 480-1088-P-001 Version D
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Controls and Indicators
Our Thanks to You
Thank you for purchasing the Cobra HH 50 WX ST
handheld CB. Properly used, this Cobra product
will give you many years of reliable service.
1.	BNC Antenna Connector
2. Squelch Control
3. On/Off Volume Control
4. Removable Belt Clip
SQUELCH VOLUME
SoundTracker®
5.	External Speaker Jack
6. External Microphone Jack
7.
Charge LED
8.
Rechargeable Battery 		
Charge Jack
OFF
MIC
CHG
This technology dramatically improves
transmission and reception of the CB signals.
PWR
19
9. DC Power Jack
10. Light Key
17
12.	PTT (Push To Talk ) Key
11
15. Lock Key
16. SoundTracker® Key
17. CB/WX Weather Key and
HI/LO Power Saver Key
SPK
MIC
CHG
PWR
18. Instant Channel 9 & 19
and Dual Watch Key
12
18
16
CHG
PWR
Automated Technical
Assistance is available 24 hours
a day, seven days a week.
E-mail questions to:
productinfo@cobra.com
The revolutionary SoundTracker® System
reconfigures the transmission signal which
allows it to be transferred more efficiently
through cluttered airwaves.
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) can be found on-line at:
www.cobra.com
At the same time, it significantly reduces the
amount of static on all incoming CB signals.
10
14. LCD Display Panel
SPK
MIC
15
13. Battery Door/Chamber
14
20
11. Channel Up/Down Keys
21
The end result is a cleaner, clearer sounding
reception of signals and a more powerful
transmission which dramatically improves CB
Cobra Electronics Corporation
communications.
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Customer Support
19. Program Key
20. Channel Scan
13
21. Microphone
Should you encounter any problems with the
product or not understand its many features,
Electronics
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this owner’sCobra
manual.
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Live operators are available
M-F 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Central
Time at:
773-889-3087
SQUELCH VOLUME
“Cuts noise coming in...strengthens signals
going out.”
SPK
OFF
Cobra Customer Service
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