Cobra 310WX Service Manual

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How to Use Your Cobra
M i c ro Ta l k 2 - Way Radio
Contents
Features.........................................................................................................1
The FRS Story..............................................................................................A1
FCCWarnings Included Accessories
Controls & Indicators...............................................................................A2
Our Thanks to You.....................................................................................A3
Customer Support.................................................................................A3
Operating your MicroTalk
Battery Installation................................................................................2
LCD Display..............................................................................................4
Turning On...............................................................................................5
Auto Battery Power Saver...................................................................5
Select Main Channel (1-14)................................................................6
Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)....................................................7
Battery Low..............................................................................................9
Calling Another Party...........................................................................10
Talking To Another Party.....................................................................12
Talk Confirmation Tone........................................................................14
Listening For Another Party...............................................................14
Auto Squelch...........................................................................................15
Maximum Range Extender.................................................................15
Listening toWeather Channels.........................................................16
MicroTalk Range.....................................................................................18
Making Life Easier And Safer ..............................................................19
External Microphone/Speaker Jack.................................................21
Advanced Features...................................................................................22
Programming Memory Locations....................................................24
Using Memory Locations....................................................................28
Scan Function..........................................................................................30
Memory Scan Function........................................................................34
Private Call (Voice Scramble).............................................................36
Ringer/Vibrate Modes..........................................................................38
Tone Settings...........................................................................................42
Lock Function..........................................................................................44
Dual Watch Function............................................................................45
Frequency Ranges....................................................................................48
Caring for Your MicroTalk .....................................................................49
MicroTalk Specifications........................................................................51
Limited TwoYear Warranty...................................................................53
Optional Accessories...............................................................................54
Order Form...................................................................................................55
If You Think You Need Service................................Back Cover
Features of This Product
• UHF FM Frequencies
• 10 Weather Channels
• No License Required
• No Air Time Fees
• 14 Main Channels
• 38 CTCSS Subchannels
• LCD Function Display
• Pri va te Call® Vo i ce S c ra m b l i n g
• Talk Confirmation To n e
• Ca l l / Ring Bu t to n
• Recharging Pads
• Retractable Antenna
• Au to Ba t te ry Saver Ci rc u i ty
• Auto Squelch
• 10 Memory Locations
• Memory Scan
• Channel and CTCSS Scan
• Lock Key
• Ri n g / Vi b ra te No t i f i ca t i o n
• Wrist Strap/Belt Clip
• Water Resistant
• Dual Watch
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Operation
Battery Installation
Note
Batteries not included with MicroTalk 2-way radio.
Install Batteries
1
Clear antenna.
A.
B.
2
Removebelt clip by (A.) pulling tab out and (B.) Sliding belt clip up and off unit.
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Pull lock tab down and lift door up (towards you) to remove battery cover.
Insert four “AAA” batteries.Position batteries according to po l a ri ty marki n g s.
Operation
Note
Always use high quality alkaline or NiMH batteries.
Incorrect positioning can damage both the batteries and the unit.
Only the Cobra NiMH battery (Part # FA-BP) pack can be recharged.
See Accessories on page 54. Charge ports for recharging NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery pack are located on back of unit.
Note
When batteries are low or need charging the BATT LOW indicator will blink.Replace alkaline batteries or recharge NiMH battery pack.
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Operation
LCD Display
Note
The LCD can be illuminated for 8 seconds by pressing the Maximum Range Extender button.
LCD Display
Turning On Your MicroTalk
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
Operational Mode
Auto Battery Power Saver
Your MicroTalk has a unique circuit designed to extend battery life. If there are no transmissions within 10 seconds,the unit will automatically switch to battery save mode.
Operation
Turning On Your MicroTalk
Note
Whenever the unit is on you can receive communica­tions.
Auto Battery Power Saver
Note
The Auto Battery Save Circuit does not effect the unit’s ability to receive incoming transmissions.
The icon will flash.
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Operation
Select Main Channel
Note
Units must be on same channel and subchannels to communicate.
Note
Channels 8-12 generally are less used and give better results for communications in most areas.
Note
Push and hold the buttons for fast channel advance.
Select Main Channel (1-14)
1
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second
self-test and then go to operational mode.
2
Select channel by pushing and releasing
buttons.
Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)
The CTCSS (Continuous Tone Controlled Squelch System) is a great convenience when you are in an area with many radios. It acts like a gate to transmissions from other radios.Once your radio is set to a CTCSS code,you will only hear trans­missions from other radios on the same channel and the same CTCSS code.
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Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
Operation
Select CTCSS Subchannel
Note
CTCSS 00 allows you to hear all CTCSS codes ­01 through 38 - in that channel
Note
If you push and hold the button,the LCD display will cycle through the different functions.
Note
To return to operational mode and not save your last setting push and release button.
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Select main channel bypushing and releasing
buttons.
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Operation
Select CTCSS Subchannel
continued
Note
Push and hold the buttons for fast channel advance.
3
Push and release button.Small numbers flash next to channel display on LCD.
4
Se l e cts u bchannel number by pushing and re l e a s i n g buttons.
Battery Low
When in normal use the icon may begin flashing. This is a warning to you that your batteries are getting low.
Replace alkaline batteries as soon as possible or recharge NiMH battery pack.
Operation
Battery Low
Note
When battery capacity is at the 1/4 level it is recom­mended that you replace alkaline batteries or recharge your NiMH (Nickel Metal Hydride) battery pack.
Only the Cobra NiMH battery (Part # FA-BP) pack can be recharged.
Note
NiMH rechargeable battery Pack (item #FA-BP) and 2 port desktop charger (item #FA-CH) are not included with this unit. See Accessories section on page 54.
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When desired subchannel is displayed push and release button.If key stroke tone is on,
an audible tone will confirm your selection.
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Operation
Calling Another Party
Calling Another Party
To alert another party that you wish to communicate:
1
Turn onyour MicroTalk 2-way radio. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then to operational mode.
2
Place antenna in full
upright position.
3
Select desired channel bypushing and releasing buttons.
4
Push and release button.The indicator icon will flash and the icon will remain on for 3 seconds.The unit you are calling will hear a 2 second ring tone.
Operation
Note
Both the calling and re ce i v­ing units must be on same channel and subchannel fo r the call function to wo r k .
Note
Your incoming “Ca l l ”a u d i o ringing level is dependent on your unit’s volume setting.
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Wait for the party’s response or proceed to “Talking To Another Party”section on next page.
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Operation
Talking to Another Party
Note
Both units must be on same channel and subchannel to communicate.
Talking To Another Party
To send your outgoing message:
1
Turn on your MicroTalk 2-way radio. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on. The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then go to operational mode.
2
Place antenna in full upright position.
3
Push and hold button.
4
The i con will appe a r.
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Hold mic about 2 inches from mouth. Speak in a normal voice.
Release button and listen for response.
Operation
Note
While PTT button is depressed you cannot receive incoming calls.
Note
When you release the PTT button,the person you are talking to will hear a tone indicating that it’s ok to talk.See Talk Confirmation Tone section
on page 14.
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Operation
Talk Confirmation Tone
Listening For Another Party
Note
While PTT button is depre s s e d you cannot re ce i ve inco m i n g co m m u n i ca t i o n s.
Talk Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the PTT button.
This alerts the other party t h at you are finished talki n g and it’s OK for them to be g i n t a l ki n g.
Listening For Another Party
When finished talking:
Listening mode.
1
Release button to receive incoming transmissions.
Your MicroTalk is always in listening mode when the PTT button is not pressed and you are not in function mode. See Advanced Features section on page 22.
Auto Squelch
Your MicroTalk is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted noise due to terrain conditions or if you have reached your range limit.
Maximum Range Extender
Auto squelch can be temporarily removed to allow all signals to enter by pressing the
button (Maximum Range Extender).
1
Push and hold the button to allow all signals to ente r.
Operation
Auto Squelch
Maximum Range Extender
Note
To learn more about the range of your MicroTalk , see MicroTalk Range Section on page 18.
Range is dependent on battery condition and
geographic territory.
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Operation
Listening to Weather Channels
Listening toWeather Channels
1
Turn on your MicroTALK 2 -way radio.An audi­ble “tone”will indicate the unit is on.The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then go operational mode.
2
Place antenna in full upright position.
Listening to Weather Channels
4
Press the buttons to select the appropriate channels for your area.
5
To exit weather reception,press the or button.The radio will go to the last FRS channel and CTCSS sub-channel.
Operation
Listening to
Weather
Channels
3
Push and release button until icon flashes.The last weather channel tuned will be displayed.
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MicroTalk Range
MicroTalk Range
MicroTalk Range
Your Mi c ro Talk Radio has a range of up to 2 miles. This effective range can be shortened under some conditions.
1. Under flat,o pe n conditions you will ex pe ri e n ce the Mi c ro Ta l k’s maxi­mum ra n g e.
2. Range can be re d u ced by buildings and foliage in the p ath of the signal.
3. Range will be f u rther re d u ced by dense foliage and hilly te rra i n .
Making Life Easier and Safer
MicroTalk 2-Way Radios Can Make Life Easier and Safer
As you become familiar with your MicroTalk Radio you will find many of your own uses for the unit.
Some suggestions include:
1. Talking with fellow hikers.
2. Keeping track of the kids in a shopping mall.
MicroTalk 2-Way Radios Can Make Life Easier and Safer
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To achieve maximum range the auto squelch can be ove r ri d d e n . Re fer to Maximum Range Extender sect i o n on page 15.
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Making Life Easier and Safer
MicroTalk 2-Way Radios Can Make Life Easier and Safer
MicroTalk 2-Way Radios Can Make Life Easier and Safer continued
3. Communicating between basement and first,second or third floor.
4. Talking to a neighbor or a
friend.
E x t e rnal Microphone/Speaker Jack
External Microphone/Speaker Jack
Your MicroTalk 2-Way Radio can be fitted with a variety of accessories,(not included) freeing your hands for other tasks.
To attach an external microphone/speaker accessory:
1
Open Mic/Spkr tab on top of unit.
External Microphone/ Speaker Jack
5. Checking on travel­ing companions in another car.
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6. Agree on a meeting spot after an event.
2
Insert plug into the Mic/Spkr jacks.
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Advanced Features
Advanced Features
No te
When using or prog ra m m i n g f u n ct i o n s,pushing and releasing the button or the button will save all e n te red info r m a t i o n .
No te
To exit out of function mod e and return to ope ra t i o n a l m ode without saving ente re d i n formation simply press the
b u t to n .
Advanced Features
Your MicroTalk has many advanced features
not found on other 2-way radios.
These include:
• 10 Memory Storage Location and Recall
• Memory Scan
• Channel/Sub Channel Scan
• Private Call® (Voice Scramble)
• Ring/Vibrate Notification Modes
• Tone Indicator Settings
• Key StrokeTone
• Talk Confirmation Tone
• Lock Key
• Dual Watch
Advanced Features
Note
If you push and hold the
button,the MicroTalk
will cycle through the dif-
ferent functions.
If,after 10 seconds no selec­tion is made, the unit will return to operational mode.
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Advanced Features
Programming Memory Locations
Programming Memory Locations
Your MicroTalk has 10 memory (0-9) locations for storing your most frequently used channels.
1
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
2
Push and release button until icon and a memory location flashes.
Advanced Features
4
Push and release button again.
MAIN CHANNEL will flash and only the
icon will remain flashing.
5
Select desired main channel you wish to store (1-14) by pushing and releasing buttons.(Use CHANNEL 12 for this example.)
Note
Once you enter memory mode you can talk and lis­ten to any channel you select after programming is complete. See Using
Memory Locations section on page 28.
3
Select memory location you wish to change by pushing and releasing buttons (Use
MEM 6 for this example).
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Advanced Features
Programming Memory Locations
Note
Push and hold the buttons for fast channel advance.
Note
You can push and hold the
b u t ton to begin talki n g
a n y t i m e.
Programming Memory Locations continued
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Push and release button which sets main channel in memory and moves to subchannel selection. The subchannel begins flashing. The icon will remain flashing.
7
Select desired subchannel you wish to store (00-38) by pushing and releasing buttons.(Use SUBCHANNEL 38 for this example.)
Advanced Features
Your MicroTalk will stay in the subchannel section until you:
A
Push and hold button to set memory location and stay in memory scan.
or...
B
Push and release button to return to operational mode.
or...
C
Push and release button to proceed to next function mode (Scan).
Note
If you push and hold the button,the LCD display will cycle through the different functions.
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Advanced Features
Using Memory Locations
Memory Channel Recall/Talk
To recall a channel in memory:
1
Push and release button until icon and a memory location flashes.
2
Select desired memory location you wish to recall (0-9) by pushing and releasing buttons.
Advanced Features
3
Push and hold button and talk.Your radio will stay on this recalled location until you exit out of memory function mode.
4
Repeat step 2 for recalling other memory locations.
To exit the Memory Mode and return to Operational Mode:
5
Push and release button.
Note
If function button is pushed while listening/talking, programming will begin. See Programming Memory Locations on page 24.
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Advanced Features
Scan Function
Note
The MicroTalk “zeros out” the subchannels to allow scanning of the main channels.
Scan Function
1
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
2
Push and release button until icon and
main channel flashes.
Advanced Features
3
Push and release buttons and the unit will begin scanning the main channels.
4
Unit will continue to scan all main channels and stop if an incoming transmission is detected.
Your MicroTalk will pick it up for 10 seconds. Within 10 seconds you can:
A
Push and hold button and talk.Your radio will return to operational mode on that channel.
or...
B
Push and release button to rescan the main channel.
or...
C
Proceed to subchannel scan on next page.
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Advanced Features
Scan Function
Scan Function continued
To scan subchannels:
1
Push and release button and subchannel
and scan icon will flash.
Advanced Features
Your MicroTalk will pick it up for 10 seconds. Within 10 seconds you can:
A
Push and hold button and talk.Your radio will return to operational mode on that channel.
or...
B
Push and release button to rescan the main channel.
To exit the Scan Mode and return to Operational Mode:
1
Push and release button.
Note
If you wish to proceed to the n ext function mod e,p u s h and release b u t to n . ( Pri va te Call Vo i ce Scra m b l e ) .
2
Push and release button and subchannel scanning begins and stops when an incoming transmission is detected.
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Advanced Features
Memory Scan Function
Memory Scan Function
Me m o ry Scan co nve n i e ntly allows you to access fre­q u e ntly used channel and sub-channel co m b i n at i o n s.
1
Turn on your MicroTALK 2 -way radio.An audi­ble “tone”will indicate the unit is on.The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then go to operational mode.
2
Placeantenna in full upright position.
Advanced Features
Memory Scan Function continued
4
Push and release the buttons to begin the scan mode.
5
The radio will stop at the first memory location for 1/2 second.
• If no signal is detected it will move on.
• If a signal is detected,it will stay at that location for 10 seconds. If you want to stay at that location for more than 10 seconds, press and release the Push to Talk button.
Memory Scan Function
3
Push and release button until MEM, 0 and SCAN icon flash.
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To leave Memory Scan, press and release the
or button at any time.
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Advanced Features
Private Call ( Vo i c e S c r a m b l i n g )
Private Call (Voice Scrambling)
Private Call ensures that no one can eavesdrop on your conversation.
To engage the Private Call function:
1
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
2
Push and release button until icon flashes.
Advanced Features
4
Push and release buttons until icon is visible.
4
Push and release button.Unit will go to operational mode or push function button to proceed to next function.
Note
When you push and hold the PTT button,the unit exits out to operational mode.
If,after 10 seconds no selection is made,the unit
will return to operational
mode.
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Advanced Features
Ringer/Vibrate Modes
Ringer/Vibrate Modes
Your Microtalk will signal you that there is an incoming transmission with either a tone or a vibration or both.To set for Ringer/Vibrate:
1
Rotate ON - OFF Volume Control clockwise. An audible “tone”will indicate the unit is on and then the LCD will go through a 3 second self-test and then go to operational mode.
2
Push and release button until icon flashes.
Advanced Features
3
Push and release buttons until icon appears for ringer mode.
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Advanced Features
Ringer/Vibrate Modes
Note
When you push and hold the PTT button,the unit exits out to operational mode.
If,after 10 seconds no selec­tion is made,the unit will return to operational mode.
Ringer/Vibrate Modes continued
4
Push and release buttons again.
5
Push and release b u t tons again and both icons will be displayed for ri n g e r / v i b rate
m od e.
icon appears for vibrator mode.
Advanced Features
6
After selecting the mode you desire push and release button or button to proceed to
next function.
Ringer/VibrateTest
To test the ringer/vibrate mode:
1
Turn on unit.
2
Push and hold button.
Note
Unit must be in operational mode to test ring/vibrate.
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Quickly push and release button.Unit will ring,vibrate,or ring/vibrate for 4 seconds.
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Advanced Features
Tone Settings
Note
The Key StrokeTone and Talk Confirmation Tone can be temporarily turned on or off at any time while in operational mode.
Tone Setting
The Key Stroke Tone and Talk Confirmation Tone can be temporarily turned on or off during the operation of your MicroTalk 2-Way Radio.
Key StrokeTone Indicator
You will hear an audible tone when any button is pushed (except PTT button).You can turn the audible tone on or off by:
1
Push and hold button until icon disappears in the LCD display.
Advanced Features
Talk Confirmation Tone Indicator
To te m po ra rily eliminate the Talk Co n f i rm ation To n e :
1
Push and re l e a s e b u t ton until icon flashes.
2
Push and release b u t tons until icon appears in the LCD display.
Note
For more information see Talk Confirmation Tone section on page 14.
Note
To restore the Talk
Confirmation Tone repeat steps 1- 3 as shown to the left.
Note
When you push and hold the PTT button,the unit exits out to operational
mode.
2
To return to the audible mode,push and hold
button until icon appears in the LCD
display.
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3
Push and hold button. icon will disappear or press and hold function key to proceed to next function.
If,after 10 seconds no selec­tion is made,the unit will return to operational mode.
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Advanced Features
Lock Function
Note
Call button,Range Extender button and PTT button
do not lock and are fully operational while the
unit is locked. The unit cannot lock while
in function mode.
Dual Watch Function
Lock Function
The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most buttons to avoid accidental operation.
To engage the LOCK function:
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2
Dual Watch Function
Dual Watch allows you to simultaneously monito r a ny two pre s e l e cted Family Radio Se rv i ce channels.
Push and release button. icon flashes. Most buttons are locked.
To“unlock”push and release button again. Buttons are“unlocked”and icon d i s a p pe a r s.
Advanced Features
Dual Watch Function
2
Place antenna in full upright position.
3
Select first channel and CTCSS code (please see pages 6 and 7).
4
Press and release b u t ton until D W i co n f l a s h e s.
Dual Watch
Function
1
Turn on your MicroTALK 2 -way radio.An audi­ble “tone”will indicate the unit is on.The LCD will go through a 3 second self test and then go to operational mode.
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Pre s s b u t tons to select seco n d c h a n n e l .
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Advanced Features
Dual Watch Function
Dual Watch Function continued
6
Press b u t ton to set CTC S S . C TC S S channel numbers will flash.
7
Pre s s b u t tons to select CTC S S .
Advanced Features
Dual Watch Function continued
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To enter Dual Watch when the second channel and CTCSS are already stored, press the button until DW icon flashes.
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Pre s s b u t to n .Dual watch will be g i n .
Dual Watch
Function
8
Press button.This will store the second channel and CTCSS and start Dual Watch.
To terminate Dual Watch and go to normal
9
mode, press or .
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Press or to exit Dual Watch mod e.
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Frequency Range
Frequency Ranges
The MicroTalk unit represents one of the most advanced FM two-way radios available.
Channel In MHz Channel In MHz
Channel Frequency Channel Frequency
FRS Frequency FRS Frequency
Channel Channel
1 462.5625 8 467.5625 2 462.5875 9 467.5875 3 462.6125 10 467.6125 4 462.6375 11 467.6375 5 462.6625 12 467.6625 6 462.6875 13 467.6875 7 462.7125 14 467.7125
CTCSS CTCSS
01 67.0 Hz 21 136.5 Hz 02 71.9 Hz 22 141.3 Hz 03 74.4 Hz 23 146.2 Hz 04 77.0 Hz 24 151.4 Hz 05 79.7 Hz 25 156.7 Hz 06 82.5 Hz 26 162.2 Hz 07 85.4 Hz 27 167.9 Hz 08 88.5 Hz 28 173.8 Hz 09 91.5 Hz 29 179.9 Hz 10 94.8 Hz 30 186.2 Hz 11 97.4 Hz 31 192.8 Hz 12 100.0 Hz 32 203.5 Hz 13 103.5 Hz 33 210.7 Hz 14 107.2 Hz 34 218.1 Hz 15 110.9 Hz 35 225.7 Hz 16 114.8 Hz 36 233.6 Hz 17 118.8 Hz 37 241.8 Hz 18 123.0 Hz 38 250.3 Hz 19 127.3 Hz 20 131.8 Hz
Caring for Your MicroTalk Radio
Weather Frequency Weather Frequency
Channel Channel
Channel In MHz Channel In MHz
0 163.275 5 162.450 1 162.550 6 162.500 2 162.400 7 162.525 3 162.475 8 161.650 4 162.425 9 161.775
Caring for Your MicroTalk Radio
The MicroTalk 2-Way Radio will give you years of service if cared for properly.
Here are some suggestions:
1. Handle unit gently. 2. Keep away from dust.
Weather Frequency Ranges
Caring for Your MicroTalk Radio
Note
Modifying or tampering with the radio’s internal components can cause malfunction and will invalidate the warranty. If your radio is not perform­ing as it should,please call Cobra at 773.889.3087.Do not return the unit to the retailer.
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Caring for Your MicroTalk Radio
3. Never place or store the unit in water or in a moist place.
4. Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
MicroTalk Specifications
I.GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
A. GENERAL
CH=14 CHANNELS WITHIN 462-467 MHZ
B.RECEIVER
1. SENSITIVITY FOR 12 DB SINAD uV 0.25 FOR CALL SIG.DETECTION uV 0.2
2. MAX. AUDIO OUTPUT @10% THD MW 100
3. MAX.S/N RATIO @ 1mV RF INPUT DB 45
4. SQUELCH a) SENS. uV 0.2 b) ATTACK TIME mS 120 c) CLOSING TIME mS 200
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESP. @ 300 HZ DB -6 @ 3000 HZ DB -6
6. SIGNAL DISPLACEMENT BW +/-KHZ 5
7. ADJACENT CH.REJECTION DB 55
8. INTERMODULATION REJECTION DB 55
9. SPURIOUS RESPONSE REJECTION DB 65
UNIT
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MicroTalk Specifications
C.TRANSMITTER
1. EFFECTIVE RADIATED POWER mW 500
2. CARRIER FREQ.STABILITY H Z 500
3. MODULATION LIMITING KHZ 2.5
4. CARRIER ATTACK TIME mS 80
5. AUDIO FREQUENCY RESPONSE @ 300 HZ DB -6 @ 3000 HZ DB -6
6. AUDIO DISTORTION % 3
7. HUM and NOISE DB 45
8. TRANSIENT FREQ.BEHAVIOR a) TX ON mS 30 b) TXOFF mS 5
D.POWER SUPPLY
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UNIT
Limited Two Year Warranty
COBRA ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants that its COBRA FRS Radios,and the component parts thereof,will be free of defects in workmanship and materials for a period of two (2) years from the date of first consumer pur­chase.This warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser,provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.
COBRA will,without charge,repair or replace,at its option, defective FRS radios,products or component parts upon delivery to the COBRA factory Service Department,accom­panied by proof of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy of a sales receipt.
You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship the product for warranty service,but the return charges will be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced under warranty.
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 wa rra nt i e s,including wa rra nties of m e rc h a nt a b i l i ty and fitness for a particular purpose a re limited in duration to the length of this wa rra nty. CO B RA shall not be liable for any incident a l ,co n s e q u e n­tial or other damages;i n c l u d i n g,without limitat i o n ,d a m­ages resulting from loss of use or cost of installat i o n .
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclu­sion or limitation of incidental or consequential dam­ages,so the above limitations may not apply to you.
Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street Chicago,Illinois 60707
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Optional Accessories
NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
High performance Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery pack FA-BP $29.95
Ear Bud Mi c ro p h o n e
Mi n i a t u re microphone and ear­bud for pri va te liste n i n g.
M A-EBM $29.95
Vox Headset/ Mic
VOX (Voice Operated Transmitter) provides hands-free operation. MA-VOX $49.95
2 Po rt De s k top Ch a rg e r
Ch a rges your Mi c ro Talk Radio and (1) NiMH batte ry pack
FA- C H $ 2 9 . 9 5
Lapel Speaker/ Microphone
Remote speaker/microphone combination.
M A- S M $ 2 4 . 9 5
You Can Find These Fine Accessories AtYour Local Cobra Dealer
If you wish,you can order directly from Cobra.
Order by phone
Call 1.773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8 a.m.-8 p.m. M-F CST.
Order by mail or fax
Please fill out order form on next page,and mail/fax directly to Cobra.
Order over the Web:www.cobraelec.com
Carrying Case
Durable nylon case perfectly fits your MicroTalk radio
FA- CC (Camouflage) $19.95 FA- CCB (Black) $19.95
Replacement Belt Clip
FA-BC $4.95
Accessory Order Form
Item # Description Cost Ea. Qty. Amount
FA-BP NiMH Rechargeable Battery Pack $29.95 M A - E B M Ear Bud Microphone $ 2 9 . 9 5 M A - V O X Vox Headset/Mic $ 4 9 . 9 5 FA-CH 2 Port Desktop Charger $29.95 MA-SM Lapel Speaker/Microphone $24.95 FA - C C Camouflage Carrying Case $ 1 9 . 9 5 FA - C C B Black Carrying Case $ 1 9 . 9 5 FA-BC Replacement Belt Clip $4.95
Prices subject to change without notice.
Tax Table
Illinois residents add 7% Cook Co.residents add .75% (7.75% total) Chicago residents add 1% (8.75% total)
Indiana residents add 5% Michigan residents add 4 % Ohio residents add 6% Wisconsin residents add 5%
For credit card orders fill out order form and fax to: 1.773.622.2269 or call 1.773.889.3087 (Press 1 from the main menu) 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, M-F, CST.
Please print clearly Name Address (No P.O. Box) City State Zip Telephone ( ) Credit Card No. Exp.Date Customer Signature Circle One: Visa MasterCard Discover
Allow 4 to 6 weeks for delivery.Offer valid in Continental U.S.only.
Subtotal (Tax if applicable) Shipping/handling
Total
Make check or money order (no stamps) payable to: Cobra Accessories Dept. 6500 West Cortland St. Chicago, IL 60707
Shipping & Handling
Amount of Shipping/ Order Handling
$25.00 and under $4.75 $25.01–$40.00 $6.95 $40.01–$80.00 $9.25 $80.01–$120.00 $10.25 $120.01–$160.00 $11.75 $160.01 and up $14.50
For AK,HI and PR please add an additional $15.00 for UPS shipments.
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Cobra Electronics Corporation 6500 West Cortland Street Chicago, IL 60707
IfYou Think You Need Service
For te c h n i cal assistance,please call our Au to m a ted Help Desk which can assist you by answering the most fre q u e n t ly asked questions about Co b r a prod u ct s.
(773) 889-3087
A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number
Technical assistance is also available on-line in the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
section at www.cobraelec.com or by e-mail to productinfo@cobraelec.com
8:00 am - 8:00 pm,Monday through Friday,CST.
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.
Cobra Electronics Corp.© 1999 Printed in Thailand
Part No. 480-284-P-001
24 hours a day,7 days a week.
O pe rating Instru ctions for your
2Way Radio
FRS 310 WX
“Ingenious Prod u cts for Easier Co m m u n i cat i o n .”
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The Family Radio Service Story
The Family Radio Service Story
Ever wish you could talk to someone who wasn’t within earshot? Like contacting ski partners back at the lodge? Or letting a friend know how to find you in a busy mall? Cobra’s MicroTalk radio is a great way for friends or family to increase their fun–and safe ty – by staying in touch while on the go.
The FCC (Federal Communications Commission)
has created 14 license free frequency bands, or channels,called Family Radio Service (FRS) frequencies. All of these 14 channels are easily accessed on your Cobra FRS radio. These chan­nels are in the UHF (Ultra High Frequency) band which means great penetration through build-
ings,thick forests,hills,and other dense structures.
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crowded noisy environments.
FCCWarnings
Replacement or substitution of transistors,regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature,with parts other than those recommended by Cobra, may cause a violation of the technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC Rules,or violation of Type
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Included with your MicroTalk
1. Removable Belt Clip
2. Wrist Strap
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Controls and Indicators
1. Retractable Antenna
2. Belt Clip
3. On/Off Volume Control
4. Microphone Jack
5. Speaker Jack
6. Battery Charge Pads
7. Lock Button
8. LCD Display
9. Enter Button 1 0 . Function Button 1 1 . Call Button
12. Channel Select Buttons
13. Microphone 14 . Maximum Range
Extender/Light Button
15 . PTT (Push ToTalk ) Key 16 . Battery Chamber
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Thank you for purchasing this Cobra MicroTalk 2-way Radio. Properly used,this Cobra product will give you many years of reliable service.
Customer Support
Should you encounter any problems with the product or not understand its many features,
please refer to this owner’s manual. If,after referring to the manual, you still need help,
call Cobra Customer Service at 773.889.3087.
Cobra Customer Service
Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 8:00 pm CST
at: 773.889.3087 Au to m a ted Te c h n i ca l
As s i s t a n ce available 24 hours a day,s even days a we e k . E-mail questions to : p rod u ct i n fo @ co b ra e l e c. co m
Co b ra on the Wo rld Wide We b : Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelec.com
This device complies with part 15 of
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