Cobra Electronics PR3100 FRS/GMRS TRANSCEIVER User Manual PR3000 5a English

Cobra Electronics Corporation FRS/GMRS TRANSCEIVER PR3000 5a English

USERS MANUAL

Nothing Comes Close To A Cobra®EnglishThe Cobra®line of quality products includes:CB Radios • microTALK®Radios • Radar/Laser Detectors Safety Alert®Traffic Warning Systems • Accessories GPS (Global Positioning System) • HighGear®Accessories VHF Marine Radios • Power InvertersFor more information or to order any of our products, please visit our website:www.cobra.comA1 EnglishMaking Life Easier and SaferOwner’s ManualNothing Comes Close To A Cobra®English2-WAY RADIO MODEL PR 3175 W XPrinted in PhilippinesPart No. 480-114-PIntroductionStaying 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 easy when using the belt clip or 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:Automated Help Desk English only. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 773-889-3087 (phone). Customer Assistance OperatorsEnglish and Spanish. 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday (except holidays) 773-889-3087 (phone). QuestionsEnglish and Spanish. Faxes can be received at 773-622-2269 (fax). Technical AssistanceEnglish only. www.cobra.com (on-line: Frequently Asked Questions). English and Spanish. productinfo@cobra.com (e-mail).For Assistance Outside the U.S.A. Contact Your Local DealerBelt ClipWrist StrapCustomer Assistance©2003 Cobra®Electronics Corporation6500 West Cortland StreetChicago, Illinois 60707 USAwww.cobra.com
Operation WarrantyIntroduction Customer AssistanceBattery CompartmentBattery DoorLatchBelt ClipWrist StrapConnectorA3 EnglishProduct FeaturesA2 EnglishProduct FeaturesIntroductionBacklit LCD DisplayChannel Up/Down ButtonSpeaker/MicrophoneCall ButtonModeButtonAntennaLockButtonHi•LowPower ButtonExternal Speaker/Microphone JackLight/Max RangeButtonTalkButtonOn/OffVolume KnobChargerJackIntroductionBacklit LCD DisplayImportant FCC Licensing InformationThis radio operates on General Mobile RadioService (GMRS) frequencies which require aFederal Communications Commission (FCC)license. See page 22 for licensing and other related information.Features• 2-Way Radio With up to a seven (7) mile (11 km) range• 22 ChannelsSeven (7) shared with FRS/GMRS, seven (7) FRS only, eight (8) GMRS only•38 Privacy Codes• Ten (10) Channel NOAAAll Hazards Radio• Hands-Free Operation (VOX)• VibrAlert®Silent Paging• Ten (10) LocationMemory• Signal Strength Meter• ScanChannel, privacy code, memory• Selectable Hi•Low Power In GMRS)• Backlit LCD Display• Button Lock• Call Alert Ten (10) selectable tones• Speaker/Microphone Jack• Roger BeepSelectable On/Off• Battery/Power Saver• Keystroke TonesSelectable On/Off• Auto Squelch• Maximum RangeExtender•Belt Clip• Wrist StrapNameAddress (No P.O. Boxes)City State/Province Zip CountryTelephoneCredit Card Number Type: ❒Visa ❒MasterCard ❒Discover Exp. DateCustomer SignatureItem # U.S. Cost Each Qty AmountU.S. Subtotal(Tax if Applicable)Shipping/HandlingTotalAmount Shipping/Handling*$10.00 or less . . . . . $3.00$10.01-$25.00 . . . . . $5.50$25.01-$50.00 . . . . . $7.50$50.01-$90.00 . . . . $10.50$90.01-$130.00 . . . $13.50$130.01-$200.00 . . $16.50$200.01 plus . . . . . 10% ofpurchaseTax TableWisconsin add 5%Indiana, Michigan, Ohio add 6%California add 7.25%Illinois add 8.75% *For AK, HI and PR add additional $26.95 for FedEx Next Day or $10.95 for FedEx 2nd Day. Excludes weekends and holidays shipments.Please allow two (2) to three (3) weeks for delivery in the U.S.A. Prices subject to change without notice.Optional Accessories •You can find quality Cobra®products and accessories at your localCobra®dealer, or in the U.S.A., you can order directly from Cobra®.Ordering From U.S.A.Call 773-889-3087 for pricing or visit www.cobra.com.For credit card orders, complete and return this order form to faxnumber 773-622-2269. Or call 773-889-3087 (Press 1 from themain menu) 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CT, Monday through Friday.Make check or money order payable to: Cobra®Electronics, Attn:Accessories Dept., 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, IL 60707 U.S.A.To order online, please visit our website: www.cobra.com25Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Receive/Transmit IconHi•Low Power IconLock IconKeystroke Tones IconCall Tones andVibrAlert®Icon Roger Beep IconSignal StrengthMeter IconBattery LevelIndicatorChannel NumbersPower Saver IconCTCSS Privacy Code NumbersScan IconVox IconMemory IconMemoryLocationNumberAll HazardsRadio Icon
OperationCustomer AssistanceWarranty1Nothing comes close to a Cobra®IntroductionCaring 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. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.Batteries •To Install Or Replace Batteries:1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and sliding clip up.2. Pull down on the battery door latch to remove the battery compartment cover.3. Insert four (4) AAA batteries. (Always use high quality alkaline batteries.) Positionbatteries according to polarity markings.4. Replace battery compartment cover and belt clip.Contact your local Cobra®dealer or Cobra®directly for optional charger accessories.Insert BatteriesPull Down Lock LatchRemove Belt ClipThe Basics to Get You StartedYour microTALK®radio is easy to use. To get started, simply:1. Rotate the On/Off Volume knob to turn On your radio.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select a channel.Both radios must be tuned to the same channel/privacy code tocommunicate.3. Press and hold the Talk button while speaking into the microphone.4. When finished talking, release the Talkbutton and listen for a response.
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction3Nothing comes close to a Cobra™Operation2EnglishUsing Your RadioTurning On Your microTALK®Radio •To Turn On Your Radio:1. Rotate the On/Off Volume knob clockwise to turn On your radio and adjust the volume. A series of tones will indicate the radio is On.Your microTALK®radio is now in Standby mode, ready to receive transmissions. The radiois always in Standby mode, except when theTalk, Call or Mode buttons are pressed.Battery Low •Your microTALK®radio has a battery level meterthat shows when battery power is decreasing.The greater the number of ascending bars visible,the stronger the battery level. When the batterylevel is low, the last bar and “bALo” will flashindicating your batteries should be replaced orrecharged, if using rechargeable batteries. Auto Battery Save •Your microTALK®radio has a unique circuitdesigned to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within ten (10) seconds, the radio will automatically switch to BatterySave mode and the Power Saver icon will flashin the display. This will not affect the radio’sability to receive incoming transmissions.Communicating with Another Person •To Talk To Another Person:1. Press and hold the Talk button.2. With the microphone about two (2) inches [five (5) cm] from your mouth, speak in anormal voice.3. Release the Talk button when you are finished talking and listen for a response.You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the Talk button.Both radios must be tuned to the same channel/privacy code tocommunicate.Channels •To Select A Channel:1. With the radio On, select any of the 22 channels by pressing the Channel Upor Channel Down 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 21 for FRS/GMRS frequencyallocations and compatibility charts.Listening for a Response •When You Are Finished Talking:1. Release the Talk button to receive incomingtransmissions. Your microTALK®radio isalways in Standby mode while the Talk or Call buttons are not pressed.On/Off PowerBattery LowBattery Save ModeTalk ButtonChannel ButtonChannel NumberOperationTwo (2) Inches [Five(5) cm] From MouthListening
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction5Nothing comes close to a Cobra™Operation4EnglishUsing Your RadioVolume •To Adjust The Volume:1. Rotate the On/Off Volume knob.Call Button •To Alert Another Person That You Are Calling:1. Press and release the Call button. The other person will hear a two (2) second call tone. You cannot send or receive transmissions during the two (2) second call tone.See page 19 on how to select between ten (10) call tone settings.Selectable High•Low Power Output •When in close proximity to another party orduring favorable conditions, you can switch fromHigh to Low Power to extend battery life.This feature applies to GMRS Channels 1 through 7 and 15 through 22 only.Channels 8 through 14 operateexclusively on low power.To Switch From High To Low Power:1. Press and release the Hi•Low button. When in high power and using Channels 1 through 7 and 15 through 22, the Hi icon will be visible on the display.When in low power and when using Channels 8 through 14, the Low icon will be visible on the display. Display Illumination •To Illuminate Your Display:1. Press and release the Light/Max Range buttonto illuminate the display for ten (10) seconds.Low Power IconHi Power IconOperationHi•Low ButtonAuto Squelch/Maximum Range •Your microTALK®radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, whichautomatically shuts Off weak transmissions and unwanted noisedue to terrain, conditions, or if you’ve reached your MaximumRange limit.You can temporarily turn Off auto squelch or turn On maximumrange extender, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio.To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:1. Press the Light/Max Range button less than five (5) seconds. If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned the maximum range extender On (see below).To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:1. Press and hold the Light/Max Range buttonfor at least five (5) seconds until you hear two (2) beeps which indicates the maximumrange extender is On.To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:1. Press and release the Light/Max Rangebutton or change channels.Lock Function •The Lock button locks the Channel, Mode, and Hi•Low Power buttons to prevent accidental operation. To Turn The Lock Button On Or Off:1. Press and hold the Lock button for two (2) seconds.A double beep sound is used to confirm yourlock On or Off request. When in Lock mode, the Lock icon will be displayed.Light/Max RangeLight/Max RangeLock ButtonLock ModeVolume KnobCall Button
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction7Nothing comes close to a Cobra™OperationScrolling Through Mode Functions •By scrolling through the Mode functions, you will be able to select or turn On preferred features of your microTALK®radio.When scrolling through the Mode functions, your radio features will be displayed in the same predetermined order:Set Privacy CodesSet NOAA All Hazards Radio ChannelSet VOX On/Off Set VOX Sensitivity LevelSet Memory LocationsSet Channel ScanSet Privacy Code Scan Set Memory Location ScanSet VibrAlert®and/or Call AlertSet Call TonesSet Roger Beep On/OffSet Keystroke Tones On/OffScroll through the mode functions by pressing the Mode button or at any point press the Talk button to return to Standby mode.6EnglishUsing Your RadioSpeaker/Microphone Jack •Your microTALK®radio can be fitted with an external Speaker/Microphone, freeing your hands for other tasks. See theaccessories order form section for ordering information. Only Cobra®authorized accessories are recommended. To Attach Your Speaker/Microphone:1. Open the speaker/microphone tab on top of your microTALK®radio.2. Insert the plug into the speaker/microphone jack.Signal Strength Meter •Your microTALK®radio has a Signal StrengthMeter that shows the strength of your incomingand outgoing transmissions. The ascending barsnext to the signal strength indicate the strengthof the signal. The greater the number of barsvisible, the stronger the signal. The fewernumber of bars visible, the weaker the signal.microTALK®Range •Your microTALK®radio has a range of up to seven (7) miles (11 km). 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 will limit the range the radio can communicate.Remember, you can achieve maximumrange by using maximum rangeextender. See page 5 for details.Mode ButtonMaximum RangeReduced RangeReduced RangeOperationSpeaker/MicrophoneSignal Strength
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction9Nothing comes close to a Cobra™Operation8EnglishMode FunctionsCTCSS Privacy Codes •CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advancedtone coding system allowing you to select one (1) of 38 privacycodes to 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 tocommunicate. Each channel will remember the last privacy code you selected.To Select A Privacy Code:1. After selecting a channel, press the Modebutton until the small numbers next to thechannel number flash on the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select a privacy code. You can holdthe Up or Down button for fast advance.3. When your desired privacy code is displayed,choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby mode.c. Do not press any buttons for 15 seconds to enter the new setting and return toStandby mode.OperationNOAA* All Hazards Radio Channels •You can use your microTALK®radio to listen to NOAA All HazardsRadio channels transmitting in your area.To Listen To All Hazards Radio Channels:1. Press the Mode button until the Weather(All Hazards Radio) icon, the currentlyselected All Hazards Radio channel, and signal strength are displayed.2. Use the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to change All Hazards Radio channels.3. Weather (All Hazards Radio) icon will continue to be displayed when All HazardsRadio is On. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to exit All Hazards Radio channel mode and return to Standby mode.*National Oceanographic and Atmospheric AdministrationHazards Radio IconChannel ButtonMode ButtonMode ButtonChannel ButtonPrivacy Code
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction OperationTen (10) Memory Locations •Your microTALK®radio has Ten (10) Memory Locations for storingyour most frequently used channels and channel/privacy codes.These Memory Locations can be selected individually or can be scanned. (See page 17 for memory location scan.)To Program A Memory Location:1. Press the Mode button until the Memory iconand the memory location flash on the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select the memory location (0 through 9).If a location has been programmedbefore, its associated channel/privacycode will be shown on the display.3. Press the Lock button to enter a new memorylocation or edit an already programmedmemory location. The channel numbers will flash on the display.4. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select a channel (1 through 22).5. Press the Lock button. The privacy codenumbers will flash on the display.6. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select a privacy code (00 to 38).7. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Lock button to enter the channel/privacy code in the selected memory location and return to the beginning of memory location options. b. Press the Mode button to enter the channel/privacy code inthe selected memory location and proceed to other functionson the channel/privacy code displayed before you enteredmode functions.c. Press the Talk button to enter the channel/privacy code in the selected memory location and return to Standby modeon the selected memory location.10 EnglishMode FunctionsVoice Activated Transmit (VOX) •In VOX mode, your microTALK®radio can be used “hands-free,”automatically transmitting when you speak. You can set the VOXsensitivity level to fit the volume of your voice and avoidtransmissions triggered by background noise. To Turn VOX Mode On Or Off:1. Press the Mode button until the VOX iconflashes on the display. The current On or Off setting is displayed.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to turn VOX On or Off.3. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the selected On or Off setting and proceed to other functions. b. Press the Lock button to enter the selected On or Off setting and return to Standby mode. To Set The Sensitivity:1. Press the Mode button until the VOX iconflashes and the current sensitivity level isdisplayed. The current sensitivity level is displayedwith letters “LE” and a Number 01through 05, with Number 05 being themost sensitive level and Number 01 being the least sensitive level.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to change the setting.3. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the selectedsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the selectedsetting and return to Standby mode.OperationLock ButtonMemory IconMode ButtonChannel ButtonVOX Sensitivity LevelMode ButtonChannel ButtonVOX IconMode ButtonChannel Button11Nothing comes close to a Cobra™
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction13Nothing comes close to a Cobra™Operation12 EnglishMode FunctionsWhile setting a memory location, if you do not press any buttonsfor 15 seconds, your radio will automatically return to Standbymode on the channel/privacy code displayed before you enteredmode functions.To Recall A Stored Memory Channel Location:1. Press the Mode button until the Memoryicon and the memory location number flashon the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select a memory location (0 through 9). If a location has been programmedbefore, its associated channel/privacycode will be shown on the display.3. Press the Talk button to return to Standbymode on the selected memory location.Pressing the Lock button will put you in “program a memory location.”While recalling a stored memorylocation, if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds, your radio willautomatically return to Standby mode on the channel/privacy code displayedbefore you entered mode functions.OperationTo De-Program A Memory Location:1. Press the Mode button until the Memory iconand the memory location flash on the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select the memory location (0 through 9).If a location has been programmedbefore, its associated channel/privacycode will be shown on the display.3. Press the Lock button. The channel numberswill flash on the display.4. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select Channel 0.5. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Lock button to enter thechannel/privacy code in the selectedmemory location and return to thebeginning of memory location options. b. Press the Mode button to enter thechannel/privacy code in the selectedmemory location and proceed to otherfunctions on the channel/privacy codedisplayed before you entered modefunctions.While de-programming a memory location, if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds,your radio will automatically return to Standbymode on the channel/privacy code displayedbefore you entered mode functions.Memory IconMode ButtonChannel Button Lock ButtonMemory IconMode ButtonChannel ButtonChannel 0
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction15Nothing comes close to a Cobra™OperationDuring Channel Scanning (while not receiving a transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on the channelor channel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the channel on which, during scanning, you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to Standby mode.b. Press the Mode button to proceed to set privacy code scan onthe channel that was either displayed before you entered modefunctions or on which, during channel scanning, you lastreceived a transmission (see below for further details).c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the channel on which, during scanning, you last received a transmission.Privacy Code Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan the Privacy Codes(00 through 38) within one (1) channel.To Scan Privacy Codes:1. While in Standby mode, press the Channel Up or Channel Down button tochoose the channel on which you wish to scan privacy codes.2. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon andthe privacy code numbers flash on the display.3. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to begin scanning privacy codes within the channel you selected.The Scan icon will continue to be displayed when privacy code scan is On. Your radio willcontinue to scan privacy codes and stop as anincoming transmission is detected. Your radiowill remain on that channel/privacy code for ten (10) seconds. 14 EnglishMode FunctionsChannel Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan channels.To Scan Channels:1. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon and the channel numbers flash on the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to begin scanning channels. The radio ignores specific privacy codes while scanning channels.The Scan icon will continue to be displayed whenscan is On. Your radio will continue to scan allchannels and stop if an incoming transmission isdetected. Your radio will remain on that channelfor ten (10) seconds. While setting channel scan, if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds, your radio will automatically return to Standby mode on the channel or channel/privacy code displayedbefore you entered mode functions.During Channel Scan (while receiving an incoming transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thatchannel. Your radio will remain on that channel and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resumescanning channels.If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within ten (10) seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on the channel on which you last received a transmission. This willreturn the radio to Standby mode.If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radiowill automatically resume scanning channels. OperationChannel ButtonMode ButtonSelect ChannelScan Privacy CodesScanning ChannelsMode ButtonChannel Button
Memory Location Scan •Your microTALK®radio can automatically scan up to ten (10)programmed Memory Locations.If there are one (1) or fewer memory locationsprogrammed in your radio, the scan memory locations option will not be available. To program at least two (2) memory locations, see program memory locations on page 11.To Scan Memory Locations:1. Press the Mode button until the Scan icon,Memory icon and the memory locationnumber flash on the display.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down buttonto begin scanning memory locations.The Scan icon and the Memory icon willcontinue to be displayed when memory locationscan is On. Your radio will continue to scanmemory locations and stop if an incomingtransmission is detected. Your radio will remainon that memory location for ten (10) seconds.While setting memory location scan, if you donot press any buttons for 15 seconds, your radiowill automatically return to Standby mode on the channel/privacy code displayed before you entered mode functions.During Memory Location Scanning (while receiving an Incomingtransmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thatmemory location. Your radio will remain on that memorylocation and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resumescanning memory locations.Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction17Nothing comes close to a Cobra™Operation16 EnglishMode FunctionsWhile setting privacy code scan, if you do not press any buttons for 15 seconds, your radio will automatically return to Standbymode on the channel/privacy code that was displayed before you entered mode functions. During Privacy Code Scan (while receiving an incomingtransmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thatchannel/privacy code. Your radio will remain on thatchannel/privacy code and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Channel Up or Channel Down button to resumescanning privacy codes.If you press the Talk button while scanning and not within ten (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 Standby mode.If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radiowill automatically resume scanning privacy codes. During Privacy Code Scan (while not receiving a transmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the channel/privacy code on which, duringscanning, you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to Standby mode.b. Press the Mode button to proceed to set memory locationscan (see page 17 for further details).c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the channel/privacy code on which, during scanning, you last received a transmission.OperationScanning LocationsMode ButtonChannel Button
Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction19Nothing comes close to a Cobra™Operation18 EnglishMode FunctionsIf you press the Talk button while scanning and not within ten (10)seconds of receiving a transmission, you will transmit on thememory location on which, during scanning, you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to Standby mode.If you do not press any button within ten (10) seconds, your radiowill automatically resume scanning memory locations. During Memory Location Scanning (while not receiving atransmission), You Can Choose From The Following:a. Press and hold the Talk button to communicate on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or memory location on which, duringscanning, you last received a transmission. This will return the radio to Standby mode.b. Press the Mode button to proceed to other functions.c. Press the Lock button to return to Standby mode on thechannel/privacy code that was displayed before you enteredmode functions or the memory location on which, duringscanning, you last received a transmission.To reduce the number of memory locations being scanned, you may de-program any unwanted locations. (See page 13 to de-program a memory location.)VibrAlert®and Call Tones •Your microTALK®radio can alert you to incoming signals bysounding an audible call tone, by vibrating silently, or both. To Change Call Settings:1. Press the Mode button untilthe Call Setting icon flasheson the display. The currentsetting (vibrate + ring,vibrate only, or ring only) is displayed.2. Press the Channel Up orChannel Down button tochange the call setting.3. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the new setting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby mode.Ten (10) Call Tone Settings •You can choose between ten (10) different call tone settings totransmit a unique call alert. To Change A Call Tone Setting:1. Press the Mode button until the letter “C” and the current call tone number (01 through10) is displayed.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to hear the other call tone settings.3. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby mode.OperationMode ButtonCall Tone SettingChannel ButtonMode Button VibrAlert®+ RingVibrAlert®OnlyRing OnlyChannel Button
20 EnglishMode Functions Customer Assistance WarrantyIntroduction Operation21Nothing comes close to a Cobra®General Specifications •NominalUnitNominalUnitC. Transmitter1. PowerGMRS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .W 2FRS Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .mW 5002. Carrier Frequency Stability . . . ±Hz 5003. Modulation Limiting . . . . . . . . kHz 2.54. Carrier Attack Time . . . . . . . . . mS 805. Audio Frequency Response@ 300 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB -12@ 2500 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB +66. Audio Distortion . . . . . . . . . . . . % 37. Hum Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB 308. Transient Frequency Behaviora) TX On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 30b) TX Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 5A. FRS/GMRSFrequency Allocation andCompatibilityImportant: Please note that Cobra®GMRS models with 15 Channels maydesignate different channel numbers forthe same frequency. For example, aCobra®15 Channel GMRS model wouldneed to be tuned to Channel 11 in order to communicate with a 22 Channel GMRStuned to Channel 15. Please refer to thechart below for channel/ frequencynumber compatibility. A= Channel No. For22 Channel GMRS ModelsB = Channel No. For 15 Channel GMRS ModelsC = Type of Radio ServiceD = Frequency in MHzE = Power in Wattsa = 2.0/0.5 (selectable)b = 0.5AB C D E1 1 FRS/GMRS 462.5625 a2 2 FRS/GMRS 462.5875 a3 3 FRS/GMRS 462.6125 a4 4 FRS/GMRS 462.6375 a5 5 FRS/GMRS 462.6625 a6 6 FRS/GMRS 462.6875 a7 7 FRS/GMRS 462.7125 a8 FRS 467.5625 b9 FRS 467.5875 b10 FRS 467.6125 b11 FRS 467.6375 b12 FRS 467.6625 b13 FRS 467.6875 b14 FRS 467.7125 b15 11 GMRS 462.5500 a16 8 GMRS 462.5750 a17 12 GMRS 462.6000 a18 9 GMRS 462.6250 a19 13 GMRS 462.6500 a20 10 GMRS 462.6750 a21 14 GMRS 462.7000 a22 15 GMRS 462.7250 aB. Receiver1. SensitivityFor 12 dB SINAD . . . . . . . . . . dBm -121For Call Signal Detection . . . . dBm -1212. Max. Audio Output @ 10% THD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . mW 2003. Max. S/N Ratio @ 1mV RF Input . . . . . . . . . . . dB 504. Squelcha) Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dBm -121b) Attack Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 150c) Closing Time . . . . . . . . . . . . mS 2005. Audio Frequency Response@ 300 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB -3@ 2500 Hz . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . dB -106. Signal Displacement BW . . . . +/-kHz 57. Adjacent Channel Rejection . . . dB 608. Intermodulation Rejection . . . . dB 659. Spurious Response Rejection . dB 55D. Power Supply1. Battery Life (5:5:90 RATIO)With Alkaline Batteries . . . . . . . HR 242. Battery Operating Range . . . . . . V 4.2 - 6.0NominalUnitRoger Beep Confirmation Tone •Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the Talkbutton. This alerts the other party that you are finished talking andit is OK for them to speak.To Turn Roger Beep On Or Off:1. Press the Mode button until the Roger Beepicon flashes on the display. The current On orOff setting is displayed.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to select roger beep On or Off.3. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and proceed to other functions.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby mode.Keystroke Tones •With Keystroke Tones turned On, your radio willsound beeps each time you press a button orchange a setting.To Change Keystroke Tones:1. Press the Mode button until the KeystrokeTones icon flashes on the display. The current On or Off setting is displayed.2. Press the Channel Up or Channel Downbutton to turn keystroke tones On or Off.3. Choose one (1) of the following:a. Press the Mode button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby mode.b. Press the Lock button to enter the newsetting and return to Standby mode.OperationMode ButtonKeystroke Tones OnChannel ButtonMode ButtonRoger Beep OnChannel Button
Operation WarrantyIntroduction23Nothing comes close to a Cobra®Customer AssistanceProduct Service Questions •If you have any questions about operation or installing your new Cobra®product, or if you are missing parts… Please call Cobra®first! DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCTTO THE STORE! See customer assistance on page A1.For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.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 some form of proof-of-purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt, it cannot be returned. 2) Send the entire product. 3) Enclose a description of what is happening with the radio. Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of where the radio 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 First Class Mail to avoid loss in transit to Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics Corporation, 6500 West Cortland Street, Chicago, Illinois 60707 U.S.A. 6) If the radio is in warranty, upon receipt of your radio it will either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model. Please allow approximately three (3) to four (4) 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.For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.Please contact your local dealer for product service information.EnglishLicensing and Service22Customer AssistanceIMPORTANT NOTICE: FCC LICENSE REQUIRED •This 2-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, as stipulated in the Communications Act’s Sections 501 and 502 (amended). 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 Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines with safety levels for handheld wireless devices. Important:FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra®accessories 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. Normal Position: Hold the transmitter approximately two (2) 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 (2) 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.
Limited 1-Year Warranty •For Products Purchased in the U.S.A.Cobra®Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra®GMRS radios,and the component parts thereof, will be free of defects in workmanshipand materials for a period of one (1) year from the date of first consumerpurchase. 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, defectiveGMRS radios, products or component parts upon delivery to the Cobra®Factory Service department, accompanied by proof of the date of firstconsumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt. You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the productfor warranty 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.Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply: 1) To any productdamaged 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 serialnumber has been altered, defaced, or removed; 4) If the owner of theproduct 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 ofthis warranty. Cobra®shall not be liable for any incidental, consequentialor other damages; including, without limitation, damages resulting fromloss of use or cost of installation. 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.For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.Please contact your local dealer for warranty information.24 EnglishWarranty and AccessoriesWarranty

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