Cobra Electronics PR260 FRS/ GMRS TRANSCEIVER User Manual PR700 2WX VP D FINAL

Cobra Electronics Corporation FRS/ GMRS TRANSCEIVER PR700 2WX VP D FINAL

USERS MANUAL

Introduction©2006 Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comMaking Life Easier and SaferStaying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK®radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include:Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working;keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event;checking with travel companions in another car; talking withneighbors; arranging meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall.Secure your microTALK®radio while on the go.Carrying your microTALK®radio with you is easywhen using the belt clip or optional wrist strap. The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse, or backpack. Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer.For Assistance in the U.S.A. In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you needto operate your microTALK®radio. If you require further assistanceafter reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the followingcustomer assistance services:English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone). English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone). English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax). English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Customer AssistanceA1Owner’s ManualComes Close to a Cobra®Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:Belt ClipWrist StrapTWO-WAY RADIO MODEL PR 700 WX Printed in ChinaPart No. 480-313-PEnglishVersion APR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 1
Introduction©2006 Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comMaking Life Easier and SaferStaying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK®radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include:Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working;keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event;checking with travel companions in another car; talking withneighbors; arranging meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall.Secure your microTALK®radio while on the go.Carrying your microTALK®radio with you is easywhen using the belt clip or optional wrist strap. The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse, or backpack. Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer.For Assistance in the U.S.A. In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you needto operate your microTALK®radio. If you require further assistanceafter reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the followingcustomer assistance services:English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone). English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone). English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax). English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Customer AssistanceA1Owner’s ManualComes Close to a Cobra®Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:Belt ClipWrist StrapTWO-WAY RADIO MODEL PR 700 WX Printed in ChinaPart No. 480-313-PEnglishVersion APR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 117Product FeaturesA3IntroductionProduct FeaturesA2IntroductionLimited One-Year Warranty on Radio(s) & Charger •Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra microTALK®radiosand charger, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects inworkmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of firstconsumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumerpurchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defectivemicroTALK®radios, chargers, products or component parts upon deliveryto the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the dateof first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product forwarranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which mayvary from state to state.1) To any productdamaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product oras a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) If the serial numberhas been altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the owner of the productresides outside the U.S.A.All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitnessfor 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 ofinstallation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warrantylasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.For products purchased in the U.S.A. and Canada.Trademark Acknowledgement •Cobra®, microTALK®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, VibrAlert®and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra ElectronicsCorporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.Warranty and TrademarkAcknowledgementWarranty 1. Antenna2. External Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack3. Backlit LCD Display4. Channel Up/Down Buttons5. Lock Button6. Mode/Power Button7. Speaker/Microphone8. Call Button9. Light/Max Range Button10. Talk Button11. Volume Up/Down Buttons12. Wrist Strap Connection13. Belt Clip14. Battery Compartment15. Battery Door Latch123678911541213141510 Backlit LCD DisplayFeatures• Seven shared with FRS/GMRS, seven FRS only, eight GMRS only.•••• Channel, privacy code• • Five selectable tones• • • Selectable On/Off• • • • • •Important FCC Licensing InformationThis radio operates on General Mobile RadioService (GMRS) frequencies which require aFederal Communications Commission (FCC)license. See page 15 for licensing and other related information.Maximum range may vary and is based onunobstructed line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions. 1. Low Power Icon2. VOX Icon3. Lock Icon4. Roger Beep Icon5. Battery Low Indicator6. CTCSS Privacy Code Numbers7. Scan Icon8. NOAA All Hazards Radio Icon9. Power Saver Icon10. Channel Numbers11. Receive/Transmit Icon1234567891011PR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page A2
17Product FeaturesA3IntroductionProduct FeaturesA2IntroductionLimited One-Year Warranty on Radio(s) & Charger •Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra microTALK®radiosand charger, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects inworkmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of firstconsumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumerpurchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defectivemicroTALK®radios, chargers, products or component parts upon deliveryto the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the dateof first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product forwarranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which mayvary from state to state.1) To any productdamaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product oras a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) If the serial numberhas been altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the owner of the productresides outside the U.S.A.All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitnessfor 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 ofinstallation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warrantylasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.For products purchased in the U.S.A. and Canada.Trademark Acknowledgement •Cobra®, microTALK®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, VibrAlert®and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra ElectronicsCorporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.Warranty and TrademarkAcknowledgementWarranty 1. Antenna2. External Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack3. Backlit LCD Display4. Channel Up/Down Buttons5. Lock Button6. Mode/Power Button7. Speaker/Microphone8. Call Button9. Light/Max Range Button10. Talk Button11. Volume Up/Down Buttons12. Wrist Strap Connection13. Belt Clip14. Battery Compartment15. Battery Door Latch123678911541213141510 Backlit LCD DisplayFeatures• Seven shared with FRS/GMRS, seven FRS only, eight GMRS only.•••• Channel, privacy code• • Five selectable tones• • • Selectable On/Off• • • • • •Important FCC Licensing InformationThis radio operates on General Mobile RadioService (GMRS) frequencies which require aFederal Communications Commission (FCC)license. See page 15 for licensing and other related information.Maximum range may vary and is based onunobstructed line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions. 1. Low Power Icon2. VOX Icon3. Lock Icon4. Roger Beep Icon5. Battery Low Indicator6. CTCSS Privacy Code Numbers7. Scan Icon8. NOAA All Hazards Radio Icon9. Power Saver Icon10. Channel Numbers11. Receive/Transmit Icon1234567891011PR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page A2OperationCustomer AssistanceWarrantyIntroductionCaring for Your microTALK®Radio •Your microTALK®radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Handle the radio gently. Keep the radio awayfrom dust. Never put the radio in water or in a damp place. Avoidexposure to extreme temperatures.Rechargeable Batteries and Charger •Release belt clip and pull up.Press the battery door latch to remove the battery compartment cover.Insert the supplied four (4) AAA rechargeablebatteries or non-rechargeable alkalinebatteries. Position batteries according topolarity markings.Replace battery compartment cover and belt clip.Check to see that the batteries have beeninserted properly. Insert the wall charger/adapter into the chargejack located at the top of the radio. The wallcharger/adapter has two round connectorswhich enables you to charge either one or tworadios at a time.Plug the wall charger/adapter into electricaloutlet.It normally takes 15 hours to fully recharge batteries. It is notrecommended to recharge batteries more than 24 hours. Estimatedoperation time on a full charge is 8 hours.Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and wallcharger/adapter for recharging your Cobra microTALK®radio. 1Remove Belt ClipPull Up Lock LatchInsert BatteriesRadio Charger JackPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 1
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationTurning on Your microTALK®Radio •Press and hold the button until youhear a series of audible tones indicating the radiois .Your microTALK®radio is now in mode,ready to receive transmissions. The radio isalways in mode except when the ,or buttons are pressed.Battery Low •When battery power is low, the iconwill blink. Your batteries should be replaced orrecharged, if using rechargeable batteries.Auto Battery Save •If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds,the radio will automatically switch to mode and the icon will flashin the display. This will not affect the radio’sability to receive incoming transmissions.Communicating with Another Person •Press and hold the button.With the microphone about two inches (5 cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.Release the button when you are finished talking and listen for a response.You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the button.Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.2Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack •Open the speaker/microphone/charge tab on top of your microTALK®radio.Insert the plug into the speaker/microphone/charge jack.Open the speaker/microphone/charge tab on top of your microTALK®radio.Insert the wall charger/adapter plug into the speaker/microphone/charge jack.Earbud Microphone •Plug earbud microphone into radio.Place earbud in ear.Clip microphone onto clothing 3" to 6" fromyour mouth.Push to talk.Using Your RadioOperation3Speaker/Microphone/Charge JackQuick StartPress and hold the button to turn your radio.Press the or button to select a channel.Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.Press and hold the button while speaking into the microphone.When finished talking, release the button and listen for a response.Mode/PowerBattery LowTalk ButtonBattery Save ModeTwo Inches (5 cm)from MouthRadio Charger JackPlaced in EarClipped to Clothing123PR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 2
To Illuminate Display •Press and release the button toilluminate the display for 10 seconds.Auto Squelch/Maximum Range •Your microTALK®radio will automatically shut weaktransmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain, conditions or ifyou’ve reached your limit.You can temporarily turn auto squelch or turn maximum range extender, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio.Press the button for less than five seconds. Press and hold the button for at least five seconds until you hear two beeps which indicates the maximumrange extender is .Press and release the button or change channels.Lock Function •The function locks the ,andbuttons to prevent accidental operation. Press and hold the button for two seconds.A double beep sound is used to confirm yourlock or request. When in mode, the icon will be displayed.Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationUsing Your RadioOperationTo Select a Channel •With the radio , select any of the 22 channels by pressing the or button. Both radios must be tuned to the same channel to communicate.Channels 1 through 7 are shared with FRS/GMRS. Channels 8 through 14 are FRS only.Channels 15 through 22 are GMRS only.See page 14 for FRS/GMRS frequencyallocations and compatibility charts.Listening for a Response •Release the button to receive incomingtransmissions. Your microTALK®radio is alwaysin mode while the or buttons are not pressed.To Adjust Volume •Press the or button.A double beep sound is used to indicate the minimum and maximum volume levels (1 through 8).Call Button •Press and release the button. The other person will hear a two second calltone. This tone is used only to establish voicecommunications.See page 13 on how to select betweenfive call tone settings.45Volume ButtonCall ButtonListeningVolume LevelChannel NumberChannel ButtonLock IconLight/Max RangeLight/Max RangeLock ButtonPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 4
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationCTCSS Privacy Codes •(Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advancedtone coding system allowing you to select one of 38 privacy codesto reduce interference from other users on the channel.If you are using a privacy code, both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate. Eachchannel will remember the last privacy code you selected.After selecting a channel, press the button until the small numbers next to the channel number flash on the LCD.Press the or button to select a privacy code. You can hold the or button for fast advance.When your desired privacy code is displayed:Press the button to enter thenew setting and proceed to other functions.Press the button to enter the newsetting and return to mode.Do not press any buttons for 15 seconds to enter the new setting and return tomode.Using Your RadioOperationmicroTALK®Range •Your range will vary depending on terrain and conditions.In flat, open country your radio will operate at maximum range.Buildings and foliage in the path of the signal can reduce the range of the radio.Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the range of the radio.On FRS Channels 8 through 14, your radioautomatically switches to low power, which willlimit the range the radio can communicate.Remember, you can achieve maximumrange by using maximum rangeextender. See page 5 for details.Scrolling Through the Mode Function •By scrolling through the function, you will be able to select or turn preferred features of your microTALK®radio.When scrolling through the function, your radio features will be displayed in the same predetermined order:Set Privacy CodeSet NOAA All Hazards Radio Channels Set Vox On/Off Set Vox SensitivitySet Channel ScanSet Privacy Code ScanSet Call TonesSet Roger Beep On/Off67Mode/PowerMaximum RangeReduced RangeReduced RangeMode/PowerPrivacy CodeChannel ButtonPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 6
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationPress the button until the icon flashes and the current sensitivity level is displayed. The current VOX sensitivity level isdisplayed with letters “LE” and a Number1 through 5, with Number 5 being themost sensitive level and Number 1 being the least sensitive level.Press the or button to change the setting.Choose one (1) of the following:Press the button to enter the selected setting and proceed to otherfunctions.Press the button to enter the selectedsetting and return to mode.Channel Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan channels.Press the button until the icon and the channel numbers appear on the display.Press the or buttonto begin scanning channels. The radio ignores specific privacy codes while scanning channels.The icon will continue to be displayed when scan is . Your radio will continue toscan all channels and stop if an incomingtransmission is detected. Your radio will remain on that channel for 10 seconds. While setting channel scan, if you do not press any buttons for 15 secondsyour radio will automatically return to mode on the channel orchannel/privacy code displayed before you entered mode functions.Operation Mode FunctionsNOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels •You can use your microTALK®radio to listen to channels transmitting in your area.Press the button until the All HazardsRadio icon and the currently selected AllHazards Radio channel is displayed.Use the or buttonto change All Hazards Radio channels.The All Hazards Radio icon will continue to bedisplayed when All Hazards Radio is .Choose one of the following:Press the button to proceed to other functions.Press the button to exit channels mode and return to mode.*National Oceanographic and Atmospheric AdministrationVoice Activated Transmit (VOX) •In mode, your microTALK®radio can be used “hands-free,”automatically transmitting when you speak. You can set the sensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoidtransmissions triggered by background noise. Press the button until the icon flashes on the display. The current orsetting is displayed.Press the or button to turn VOX or .Choose one (1) of the following:Press the button to enter the selected or setting and proceed to other functions. Press the button to enter the selected or setting and return to mode. 89VOX IconMode/Power Hazards Radio IconChannel ButtonChannel ButtonMode/PowerChannel ButtonChannel ButtonMode/PowerMode/PowerVOX Sensitivity LevelScan ChannelsPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 8
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationPrivacy Code Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan the (00 through 38) within one channel.While in mode, press the or button to choose the channel on which you wish to scan privacy codes.Press the button until the icon and the privacy code numbers appear on the display.Press the or button to begin scanning privacy codes within the channel you selected.The icon will continue to be displayed when privacy code scan is . Your radio willcontinue to scan privacy codes and stop as anincoming transmission is detected. Your radiowill remain on that channel/privacy code for 10 seconds. While setting privacy code scan, if you do notpress any buttons for 15 seconds your radio will automatically return to mode on the channel/privacy code that was displayedbefore you entered mode functions. Mode FunctionsPress and hold the button to communicate on that channel. Your radio will remain on that channel and return to mode.Press the or button to resume scanning channels.If you press the button while scanning and not within 10 seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on the channel on which you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to mode.If you do not press any button within 10 seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning channels. Press and hold the button to communicate on the channel or channel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions or the channel on which, during scanning, you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to mode.Press the button to proceed to set privacy code scan on the channel that was either displayed before you entered mode functions or on which, during channelscanning, you last received a transmission (see page 11for further details).Press the button to return to mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the channel on which, during scanning, you last transmitted or received.10 11Operation Mode FunctionsChannel ButtonMode/PowerSelect ChannelScan Privacy CodesPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 10
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationMode FunctionsOperationPress and hold the button to communicate on thatchannel/privacy code. Your radio will remain on thatchannel/privacy code and return to mode.Press the or button to resume scanning privacy codes.If you press the button while scanning and not within 10 seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on thechannel/privacy code on which you last received a transmission.This will return the radio to mode.If you do not press any button within 10 seconds, your radio will automatically resume scanning privacy codes. Press and hold the button to communicate on the channel/privacy code that was displayed before youentered mode functions or the channel/privacy code on which, during scanning, you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to mode.Press the button to proceed to other functions.Press the button to return to mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the channel/privacy code on which, during scanning, you last transmitted or received.12 13Five Call Tone Settings •You can choose between five different totransmit a call alert. Press the button until the letter “C” and the current call tone number (01 through 05) is displayed. The current call tone will sound for one second.Press the or button to hear the other call tone settings.Choose one of the following:Press the button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions.Press the button to enter the newsetting and return to mode.Roger Beep Confirmation Tone •Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the button. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking and it is OK for them to speak.Press the button until the icon flashes. The current or setting is displayed.Press the or button to select roger beep or .Choose one of the following:Press the button to enter thenew setting and return to mode.Press the button to enter the newsetting and return to mode.Channel ButtonChannel ButtonMode/PowerMode/PowerCall Tone SettingRoger Beep OffPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 12
Operation WarrantyIntroduction14 15IMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED •This two-way radio operates on GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service) frequencies which require an FCC (Federal Communications Commission)license. A user must be licensed prior to operating on Channels 1 through 7 or 15 through 22, which comprise the GMRS channels of this radio. Seriouspenalties could result for unlicensed use of GMRS channels, in violation of FCC rules. Operation of this radio is subject to additional rules specified in 47 C.F.R. Part 95.Licensed users will be issued a call sign by the FCC, which should be used for station identification when operating this radio. GMRS users should alsocooperate by engaging in permissible transmissions only, avoiding channelinterference with other GMRS users, and being prudent with the length of their transmission time. For licensing information and application forms, please call the FCC Hotline at 800-418-FORM. Request form #159 and form #605. Questions regarding the license application should be directed to the FCC at 888-CALL-FCC. Additional information is available on the FCC’s website at www.fcc.gov.Safety Information for microTALK®RadiosYour wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a low power transmitter.When the talk button is pushed, it sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed 50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices. FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobraaccessories supplied or designated for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use only thesupplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas, modifications, or attachments could damage the transmitter and may violate FCC regulations. Hold the transmitter approximately two inches from your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna pointed up and away.This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and 2) this device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation.FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors, regular diodes orother parts of a unique nature, with parts other than those recommended byCobra 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.General Specifications •FRS/GMRS Frequency Allocation and CompatibilityImportant: Please note that Cobra GMRS models with 15 Channels may designate different channel numbers for the same frequency. For example, a Cobra 15 Channel GMRS model would need to be tuned to Channel 11 in order to communicate with a 22 Channel GMRS tuned to Channel 15. Please refer to the chart below for channel/ frequency number compatibility. A = Channel No. for 22 Channel FRS/GMRS ModelsB = Channel No. for 15 Channel GMRS ModelsC = Type of Radio ServiceD = Frequency in MHzE = Power OutputAB C D E1 1 FRS/GMRS 462.5625 High 2 2 FRS/GMRS 462.5875 High3 3 FRS/GMRS 462.6125 High 4 4 FRS/GMRS 462.6375 High 5 5 FRS/GMRS 462.6625 High 6 6 FRS/GMRS 462.6875 High 7 7 FRS/GMRS 462.7125 High 8 FRS 467.5625 Low 9 FRS 467.5875 Low10 FRS 467.6125 Low 11 FRS 467.6375 Low12 FRS 467.6625 Low13 FRS 467.6875 Low 14 FRS 467.7125 Low15 11 GMRS 462.5500 High 16 8 GMRS 462.5750 High 17 12 GMRS 462.6000 High 18 9 GMRS 462.6250 High 19 13 GMRS 462.6500 High 20 10 GMRS 462.6750 High 21 14 GMRS 462.7000 High 22 15 GMRS 462.7250 High General Specifications and Licensing Customer AssistanceOperationPR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 14
16Product Service Questions •If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra product, or if you need to order replacementparts… If your product should require factory service, please call Cobra first before sending your radio. This will ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair. You may be asked to send your radio to the Cobra factory. It will be necessary to furnish the following to have the product serviced and returned.1) For warranty repair include a copy of the original sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned. 2) Send the entire product. 3) Enclose a detailed description of the problem along with the name andaddress of where the product is to be returned. 4) Pack radio 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 Priority Mail to avoid loss in transit to Cobra Factory Service: Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A. 6) If the radio is under warranty, it will be repaired or exchangeddepending on the model. Please allow approximately three to four weeks before contacting Cobra for status. If the radio 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.Please contact your local dealer for product service information.Product Service Customer AssistancePR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 1617Product FeaturesA3IntroductionProduct FeaturesA2IntroductionLimited One-Year Warranty on Radio(s) & Charger •Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra microTALK®radiosand charger, and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects inworkmanship and materials for a period of one year from the date of firstconsumer purchase. This warranty may be enforced by the first consumerpurchaser, provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A. Cobra will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option, defectivemicroTALK®radios, chargers, products or component parts upon deliveryto the Cobra Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the dateof first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product forwarranty service, but the return charges will be at Cobra’s expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty. This warranty givesyou specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which mayvary from state to state.1) To any productdamaged by accident; 2) In the event of misuse or abuse of the product oras a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs; 3) If the serial numberhas been altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the owner of the productresides outside the U.S.A.All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability and fitnessfor 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 ofinstallation. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warrantylasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental orconsequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.For products purchased in the U.S.A. and Canada.Trademark Acknowledgement •Cobra®, microTALK®, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, VibrAlert®and the snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra ElectronicsCorporation, USA. Cobra Electronics Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.Warranty and TrademarkAcknowledgementWarranty 1. Antenna2. External Speaker/Microphone/Charge Jack3. Backlit LCD Display4. Channel Up/Down Buttons5. Lock Button6. Mode/Power Button7. Speaker/Microphone8. Call Button9. Light/Max Range Button10. Talk Button11. Volume Up/Down Buttons12. Wrist Strap Connection13. Belt Clip14. Battery Compartment15. Battery Door Latch123678911541213141510 Backlit LCD DisplayFeatures• Seven shared with FRS/GMRS, seven FRS only, eight GMRS only.•••• Channel, privacy code• • Five selectable tones• • • Selectable On/Off• • • • • •Important FCC Licensing InformationThis radio operates on General Mobile RadioService (GMRS) frequencies which require aFederal Communications Commission (FCC)license. See page 15 for licensing and other related information.Maximum range may vary and is based onunobstructed line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions. 1. Low Power Icon2. VOX Icon3. Lock Icon4. Roger Beep Icon5. Battery Low Indicator6. CTCSS Privacy Code Numbers7. Scan Icon8. NOAA All Hazards Radio Icon9. Power Saver Icon10. Channel Numbers11. Receive/Transmit Icon1234567891011PR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page A2
Introduction©2006 Cobra Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.comMaking Life Easier and SaferStaying in touch with your family and friends is convenient and easy when using your microTALK®radio. Some of the many uses you will discover include:Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and working;keeping track of family and friends at a crowded public event;checking with travel companions in another car; talking withneighbors; arranging meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall.Secure your microTALK®radio while on the go.Carrying your microTALK®radio with you is easywhen using the belt clip or optional wrist strap. The belt clip easily attaches to your belt, purse, or backpack. Simply squeeze the clip and place it where you prefer.For Assistance in the U.S.A. In this user’s manual, you should find all the information you needto operate your microTALK®radio. If you require further assistanceafter reading this manual, Cobra Electronics offers the followingcustomer assistance services:English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone). English and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone). English and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax). English only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Customer AssistanceA1Owner’s ManualComes Close to a Cobra®Comes Close to a Cobra®EnglishFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:Belt ClipWrist StrapTWO-WAY RADIO MODEL PR 700 WX Printed in ChinaPart No. 480-313-PEnglishVersion APR700-2WX VP-D-FINAL 5/1/06 7:01 AM Page 1

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