Cobra FRS104 Service Manual

	Operating Instructions for Your Cobra® microTALK®
	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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close to a Cobra™
Rien n’est comparable	English, pages 1-8

à un Cobra™	Français, pages 9-16
Nada se compara a Cobra™	Español, páginas 17-22

P R O D U C T F E AT U R E S

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Antenna

belt clip

POWER VOLUME BUTTON button

CHANNEL SELECT

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®, may cause a violation of the 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.

LOCK tab

battery compartment

TALK button

LIGHT/MAX

RANGE button

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I N T R O D U C T I O N

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® radios. 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

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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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

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.

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

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.

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Talking to Another Person	Listening for a Response

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.

away 2inches

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.

When you are finished talking:

1.Release the TALK button to receive incoming transmissions. Your microTALK®

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	microTALK® Range

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.

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.

LIMITED 2-YEAR WARRANTY•CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE

	FOR PRODUCTS PURCHASED IN U.S.A.				This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
	Cobra Electronics Corporation warrants that its Cobra® FRS				have other rights which vary from state to state.
	Radios, and the component parts thereof, will be free of				Exclusions: This limited warranty does not apply 1) to any product
	defects in workmanship and materials for period of two				damaged by accident; 2) in the event of misuse or abuse of the
	(2) years from the date of first consumer purchase. This				product or as a result of unauthorized alterations or repairs;
	warranty may be enforced by the first consumer purchaser,				3) if the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed;
	provided that the product is utilized within the U.S.A.				4) if the owner of the product resides outside the U.S.A.
	Cobra® will, without charge, repair or replace, at its option,				All implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability
	defective FRS radios, products or component parts upon delivery				and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to
	to the Cobra® Factory Service Department, accompanied by proof				the length of this warranty. Cobra® shall not be liable for any
	of the date of first consumer purchase, such as a duplicated copy				incidental, consequential or other damages; including, without
	of a sales receipt.				limitation, damages resulting from loss of use or cost of
	You must pay any initial shipping charges required to ship				installation.
					Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
	the product for warranty service, but the return charges will
	be at Cobra's expense, if the product is repaired or replaced				warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation
	under warranty.				of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations
					may not apply to you.
	Customer Assistance				1. For Warranty Repair include some form of proof-of-
	After reading this owner’s manual, if you have any questions				purchase, such as a mechanical reproduction or carbon
	about installing or operating your microTALK® radio, or if you				of a sales receipt. If you send the original receipt it
	are missing any parts, please contact Cobra® first. Do not				cannot be returned.
	return this product to the store. Cobra® Electronics offers the				2. Send the entire product.
	following customer support services.				3. Enclose a description of what is happening with the unit.
	• Automated Help Desk is available 24 hours				Include a typed or clearly printed name and address of
	a day, 7 days a week at 773-889-3087.				where the unit is to be returned.
	• Customer Service Operators are available at				4. Pack unit securely to prevent damage in transit.
	the same number 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. CST				If possible, use the original packing material.
	Monday through Friday (except holidays).				5. Ship prepaid and insured by way of a traceable carrier such
	• Questions can be faxed to 773-622-2269.				as United Parcel Service (UPS) or First Class Mail to avoid
	• Technical assistance is available on-line in the				loss in transit to: Cobra Factory Service, Cobra Electronics
	Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) section at				Corporation, 6500 W. Cortland St., Chicago, IL 60707.
	www.cobra.com or by e-mail to				6. If the unit is in warranty, upon receipt of your unit it will
	[e-mail].				either be repaired or exchanged depending on the model.
	If your product should require factory service please				Please allow approximately 3-4 weeks before contacting
					us for status. If the unit is out of warranty a letter will
	call Cobra	®	first before sending your unit in. This will
					automatically be sent informing you of the repair charge
	ensure the fastest turn-around time on your repair.
					or replacement charge. If you have any questions, please
			®	factory.
	You may be asked to send your unit to the Cobra

It will be necessary to furnish the following in order to	call 773-889-3087 for assistance.
have the product serviced and returned.

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