Cobra FRS104 Service Manual
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Operating Instructions for Your Cobra
microTALK
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2-WAY RADIO MODEL FRS 104
Guide d’utilisation du poste de radio
ÉMETTEUR-RÉCEPTEUR MODÈLE FRS 104
microTALK®de Cobra
Instrucciones de uso del
RADIO BIDIRECCIONAL MODELO FRS 104
Cobra®microTALK
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PRODUCT FEATURES
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INTRODUCTION
Antenna
VOLUME
button
CALL
button
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is
subject to the condition that this device does not cause harmful
interference.
FCC Warnings: Replacement or substitution of transistors,
regular diodes or other parts of a unique nature, with parts other
than those recommended by Cobra
technical regulations of part 95 of the FCC Rules, or violation of
Type Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.
INDUSTRY CANADA NOTICE:
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1) this device may not cause interference, and
2) this device must accept any interference, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the device.
«IC» before the equipment certification number signifies that
the Industry Canada technical specifications were met. It does
not guarantee that the certified product will operate to the
user’s satisfaction.
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, may cause a violation of the
POWER
BUTTON
CHANNEL
SELECT
button
belt clip
LOCK tab
TALK
button
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button
battery
compartment
Product Features
• TWO-WAY RADIO with up to a
2 mile (3 km) range
• 14 CHANNELS
• BATTERY SAVER circuitry
• CALL ALERT
• “ROGER BEEP” confirmation tone
• AUTO SQUELCH
• MAXIMUM RANGE extender
• BACKLIT LCD display
• BELT CLIP
Making Life Easier and Safer
People have found lots of convenient and
helpful ways to use their microTALK
Over time, you’re bound to discover uses of
your own. For example, you can...
• stay in touch with others while hiking,
bicycling, etc.
• keep track of family and friends in
a shopping mall
• communicate between different floors
of a building
• talk with neighbors
• check with traveling companions in
another car
• arrange a meeting spot at crowded
public events
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radios.
Caring for Your
microTALK®Radio
Your microTALK®radio will give you years of
trouble-free service if cared for properly. Here
are a few suggestions: 1) Handle the radio
gently, 2) Keep it away from dust, 3) Never
put the radio in water or in a damp place and
4) Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
Installing or
Replacing Batteries
1. Pull down the LOCK tab to remove the
battery compartment cover.
LOCK tab
2. Insert four AAA batteries. (Always use high
quality alkaline batteries.) Position batteries
according to polarity markings.
(NOTE: See page 8 for information
about optional battery pack and desktop
charger accessories.)
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OPERATION
Turning On Your
microTALK®Radio
1. Press and hold the ON/OFF POWER button
for 2 seconds. A series of audible
tones will indicate the radio is on.
ON/OFF
POWER button
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2. Your microTALK
is now in Standby mode,
ready to receive transmissions. The radio is
always in Standby mode except when the
TALK or CALL buttons are pressed.
Battery Low
When battery power is low, the BATT LOW
indicator will blink.
Auto Battery Save
Your microTALK®radio 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. This will not affect the unit’s
ability to receive incoming transmissions.
Selecting a Channel
1. With the radio on, select any of the
14 channels by pushing the CHANNEL SELECT
button up or down (NOTE: Both radios must
be tuned to the same channel
to communicate.)
CHANNEL
SELECT
button
Calling Another Person
To alert another person that you are calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button.
The other person will hear a 2-second
ringing tone. You cannot send or receive
transmissions during the 2-second call tone.
CALL
button
Talking to Another Person
1. Press and hold the TALK button.
TALK button
2. With the microphone about 2 inches (5
cm) from your mouth, speak in a normal voice.
2 inches away
3. Release the button when you’re finished
talking and listen for a response. You cannot
receive incoming calls while pressing the
TALK button.
“Roger Beep”
Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when
you release the TALK button. This alerts the
other party that you are finished talking and
it is OK for them to speak.
Listening for a Response
When you are finished talking:
1. Release the TALK button to receive
incoming transmissions. Your microTALK
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is always in listening mode while the TALK or
CALL buttons are not pressed.
2. Adjust the volume by pushing the
VOLUME UP or VOLUME DOWN button.
VOLUME
UP/DOWN
button
Illuminating the Display
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX
RANGE button to illuminate the display
for 10 seconds.
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE
button
Auto Squelch
Your microTALK®radio is equipped with Auto
Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak
transmissions and unwanted noise due to
terrain, or conditions, or if you’ve reached
your maximum range limit.
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Maximum Range Extender
You can temporarily turn off Auto Squelch,
allowing all signals to be received and
extending the maximum range of your radio:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE
button for 5 seconds. You will hear 2 beeps
indicating that Maximum Range Extender is on.
LIGHT/MAX RANGE button
2. To turn Maximum Range Extender off, press
and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for
1 second, or change channels.
microTALK®Range
Your microTALK®radio has a range of up
to 2 miles (3 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.
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.
FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN U.S.A.
Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra
Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of
defects in workmanship and materials for 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.
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Cobra
will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,
defective FRS radios, products or component parts upon delivery
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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.
Customer Assistance
After reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questions
about installing or operating your microTALK
are missing any parts, please contact Cobra
return this product to the store.
following customer support services.
• Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours
a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087.
• Customer Service Operators are available at
the same number 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST
Monday through Friday (except holidays).
• Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269.
•Technical assistance is available on-line in the
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at
www.cobra.com or by e-mail to
productinfo@cobra.com.
If your product should require factory service please
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first before sending your unit in. This will
call Cobra
ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair.
You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra
It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to
have the product serviced and returned.
Cobra®Electronics offers the
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radio, or if you
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FRS
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights which vary from state to state.
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 warranties, including warranties of merchantability
and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to
the length of this warranty. Cobra
incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without
limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of
installation.
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.
1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-ofpurchase, 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 unit.
Include a typed or clearly printed 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,
, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.
Corporation
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 3-4 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 773-889-3087 for assistance.
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shall not be liable for any
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