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Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL60707
If You Think You Need Service
For technical assistance,please call our Automated Help Desk which can assist
you by answering the most frequently asked questions about Cobra products.
(773) 889-3087
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
A Consumer Service Representative can be reached through this same number 8:00 am - 8:00 pm,Monday through Friday, CST.
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
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 pr oof-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 war ranty 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.© 1998
Printed in Thailand
Part No. 480-278-P-001
Operating Instructions for your
Cobra MircoTalk FRS 100
Family Radio Service
2 Way Radio
“Ingenious Products for Easier Communication.”
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 FRS 100 is a
great way for friends or family to increase their 
fun–and safety–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. Two of these 14 channels (channel
8 and 13) are easily accessed on your Cobra FRS
radio. These channels are in the UHF (Ultra High
Frequency) band which means great penetration
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dense structures. They are also FM (Frequency 
Modulation) signals which means crystal clear
reception even in crowded noisy environments.
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Included with your MicroTalk
1. Removable Belt Clip 
2. Wrist Strap
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Controls and Indicators
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Cobra Customer Service
Live operators are available M-F 8:00 am - 8:00 pm CST at: 773.889.3087
Automated Technical Assistance available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. E-mail questions to: productinfo@cobraelec.com
Cobra on the World Wide Web: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found on-line at: www.cobraelec.com
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How to Use Your Cobra
2-Way Radio
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Features........................................................................... |
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The FRS Story ................................................................ |
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FCC Warnings |
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Controls & Indicators ................................................. |
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Our Thanks to You....................................................... |
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Customer Support ................................................... |
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Operating your MicroTalk |
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Battery Installation................................................... |
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Turning On.................................................................. |
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Auto Squelch............................................................. |
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Maximum Range Extender................................... |
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Select Channel.......................................................... |
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Auto Battery Save..................................................... |
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Calling Another Party ............................................. |
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Talking To Another Party ....................................... |
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Talk Confirmation Tone.......................................... |
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Listening For Another Party ................................. |
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MicroTalk Range....................................................... |
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Making Life Easier And Safer................................ |
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External Microphone/Speaker Jack................... |
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Frequency Ranges....................................................... |
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Caring for Your MicroTalk ........................................ |
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MicroTalk Specifications .......................................... |
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Limited Two Year Warranty ..................................... |
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Optional Accessories ................................................. |
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Order Form..................................................................... |
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If You Think You Need Service............... |
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Features ofThis Product
•UHF FM Frequencies
•No License Required
•No Air Time Fees
•Up To 2 Mile Range
•2 User Selectable Channels
•Talk Confirmation Tone
•Call/Ring Button
•Recharging Pads
•Retractable Antenna
•Battery Saver Circuity
•Auto Squelch
•Wrist Strap/Belt Clip
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Battery
Installation
Note
Batteries not included with
Microtalk 2-way radio.
Install Batteries
1 Clear antenna.
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2 Remove belt clip by (A.) pulling tab out and (B.) Sliding belt clip up and off unit.
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Pull lock tab down to remove battery cover.
4Insert four “AAA” batteries. Position batteries according to polarity markings.
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 19.
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 red. Replace alkaline batteries or recharge NiMH battery pack.
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