Cobra Electronics MT 800 User Manual

Two-Way Radio Model MT 800

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Product Features

1.Antenna

2.External Speaker/ Microphone/Charge Jack

3.Mode/Power Button

4.Lock Button

5.Channel Control Buttons

6.Speaker/Microphone

7.Light/Max Range Button

8.Volume Control Buttons

9.Talk Button

10.Call Button

11.Belt Clip

312. Battery Compartment

13. Lock Tab

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• Two-Way Radio

	with up to a 5 km (3 mile) range		2	3	4	5
	• 8 Channels*
			1			6
	• 38	CTCSS Privacy Codes
	• 83	DCS Privacy Codes

	• Backlit LCD Display	7
	• Battery Saver Circuitry	14
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	• Maximum Range Extender
	• VOX Mode for Hands-Free Transmissions				9
	• Baby Monitor Function
	• Call Alert (10 Selectable Tones)	10
	• Scan (Channel, Privacy Code)
		13
	• Dual Watch Programmable 2-Location Scan
		11
	• Key Lock
		12

•Auto Squelch

•Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep" Confirmation Tone

•Selectable On/Off Keystroke Tone

•Combination Speaker/Microphone/Charging Jack

•Belt Clip

*You are not allowed to use channels 1 and 2 in France.

This situation can change; please contact the French radio licensing authority for more information.

1.	Dual Watch Icon	8.	CTCSS Icon
2.	Scan Icon	9.	Baby Monitor Icon
3.	Roger Beep Icon	10.	Battery Low Icon
4.	DCS Icon	11.	Privacy Code Numbers
5.	Keystroke Tone Icon	12.	Power Saver Icon
6.	Lock Icon	13.	Main Channel Number
7.	VOX Icon	14.	Receive/Transmit Icon

Printed in China Part No. 480-332-P Version A

Wall Charger

Insert Connector

Battery Low

Power Saver

OPERATION

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Product Information

This microTALK® radio has been manufactured to meet all required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446 frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio product involves the public airways and its use may be subject to local laws or regulations. Contact your radio licensing authority for more information.

Caring for Your Radio

Your microTALK® radio will give you years of trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions:

•Handle the radio gently.

•Keep it away from dust.

•Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.

•Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.

Charger and Rechargeable

Batteries

To Insert Batteries in

Radio:

1.Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and sliding clip up.

2.Pull up on lock tab to remove battery cover (on back of radio).

3.Insert batteries according to polarity markings.

Remove Belt Clip

Lock Tab

NOTE: Estimated operation time	Insert Batteries
on full charge: 12 hours.
These rechargeable batteries
must be recycled or disposed
of properly in compliance with
all applicable laws. They must

not be thrown in the rubbish bin. Some countries and local authorities require recycling and have established collection programs. Please contact your local waste disposal authority for instructions.

WARNING: Do not put batteries into fire or expose to high heat. They may explode.

For Charging microTALK® Radio(s):

1.Check to see that the batteries have been inserted properly. See

above for battery installation instructions.

2. Insert round connector of wall charger into the charge jack located at the

top of the radio. The wall

charger has two (2) round connectors which enables you to charge either one

or two (2) radios at a time.

3. Plug the wall charger into electrical outlet. It is not recommended to recharge batteries more

than 24 hours. Estimated operation time on a full charge is 12 hours.

Use only the supplied rechargeable batteries and wall charger for recharging your microTALK® radio. Non-rechargeable alkaline batteries can also be used.

Each port can charge one radio. Uses 230-volt adaptor.

Cobra recommends your radio is turned Off while being charged.

Radio Power

To Turn Your Radio On:

Press and hold the	Mode/Power Button
MODE/POWER button until
you hear a series of audible
tones indicating that the radio
is On.

Your microTALK® radio is now in LISTENING MODE, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is always in LISTENING MODE, except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons are pressed.

To Turn Your Radio Off:

– Press and hold the POWER button.

Battery Low Indicator

When battery power is low, the BATTERY LOW indicator will blink, indicating that batteries should be recharged or replaced.

WARNING: Only the supplied NiMH batteries can be recharged.

Battery/Power Saver

If there are no transmissions

within 10 seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery Save Mode and POWER SAVER will appear in

the display. This will not affect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.

Communicating with

Another Person

	1.	Press and hold the TALK	Talk Button
		button.
	2.	With the microphone about
		5 cm (2 inches) from your
		mouth, speak in a normal
		voice.	5 cm (2 Inches)
			From Mouth
	3.	Release the button when
		you have finished talking
		and listen for a response.

You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate.

Light/Max Range Button

OPERATION

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Listening for a Response

Release the TALK button to	Listening
receive incoming transmissions.
Your microTALK® is always in
LISTENING MODE except when
the TALK, CALL or MODE
buttons are pressed.

	To Adjust Volume
	Press the VOLUME UP or the	Volume Buttons
	VOLUME DOWN buttons.
	A double beep sound is used to
	indicate that you have reached
	the minimum (1) or maximum
	(8) volume level.	Volume Level
	Call Button
	Press and release the CALL	Call Button
	button.
	The other person will hear a
	two (2) second ringing tone.
	You cannot receive
	transmissions while sending a call.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate.

To Illuminate Display

Press and release the	Light/Max Range
LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to	Button
illuminate the display for 10
seconds.
Auto Squelch/

Maximum Range Extender

Your microTALK® radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise resulting from terrain, conditions, or from reaching your maximum range limit.

You can temporarily turn Off Auto Squelch or turn On Maximum Range Extender, allowing all signals to be received and extending the maximum range of your radio.

To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:

– Press the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for less than five (5) seconds.

If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned the Maximum Range Extender On (see below).

	Channels
	With the radio ON, select any	Channel Buttons
	of the 8 channels by pushing
	the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL
	DOWN button.
	You can press and hold the
	CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL	Channels
	DOWN button for fast advance.
	NOTE: Both radios must be
	tuned to the same

channel and privacy

code (see “CTCSS Privacy Codes” or “DCS Privacy Codes”) to communicate.

Lock Function

The LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN, and MODE/POWER buttons to prevent accidental operation.

To Use the Lock Function:

– Press and hold the LOCK	Lock Button
button for two (2) seconds
to turn the Lock On or Off.
A double beep sound is used to
confirm your Lock On or Off
request. When the radio is in	Lock Icon
Lock Mode, the Lock icon will
be displayed.

To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:

–Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for at least five (5) seconds until you hear two

(2) beeps, indicating that the Maximum Range Extender is On.

To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:

–Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button or change channels.

microTALK® Range

Your microTALK® radio has a range of up to 5 kilometres (3 miles). 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.

Dense foliage and hilly terrain will further reduce the signal.

Remember, you can achieve maximum range by using Maximum Range Extender. See above for details.

Maximum Range

Reduced Range

Reduced Range