Cobra Electronics Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago, IL60707
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 answe ring the most fre q u e n t ly asked questions about Co b ra prod u ct s.
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
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.
O pe rating Instru ctions for yo u r
Co b ra Mi c ro Talk 2
Family Radio Service
2Way Radio
“Ingenious Prod u cts for Easier Co m m u n i cat i o n .”
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 2 is a great
way for friends or family to increase their f u n – a n d
s a fe 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 buildings,thick forests,hills,and other dense structures.
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They are also FM (Frequency Modulation) signals
which means crystal clear reception even in
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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Acceptance requirements of Part 2 of the Rules.
Included with your MicroTalk 2
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 Button
15 . PTT (Push ToTalk ) Key
16 . Battery Chamber
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Our Thanks to You
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Thank you for purchasing the Cobra MicroTalk 2
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
Automated Technical
Assistance available 24 hours
a day,seven days a week.
E-mail questions to:
productinfo@cobraelec.com
Co b ra on the Wo rld Wide We b :
Frequently Asked Questions
(FAQ) can be found on-line
at: www.cobraelec.com
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IfYou Think You Need Service......................Back Cover
Features of This Product
• UHF FM Frequencies
• No License Required
• No Air Time Fees
• Up to 2 mile range
• 14 Main Channels
• 38 CTCSS Subchannels
• LCD Function Display
• Pri va te Call Vo i ce Scra m b l e
• Talk Confirmation To n e
• Ca l l / Ring Bu t to n
• Recharging Pads
• Retractable Antenna
• Auto Battery Saver Circuity
• Auto Squelch
• Lock Key
• Ring Notification
• Wrist Strap/Belt Clip
• Water Resistant
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Operation
Battery
Installation
Note
Batteries not included with
MicroTalk 2 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 37.
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
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 2 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 2
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.
Channel
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
Channel
buttons.
Select CTCSS Subchannel (00-38)
The CTCSS Subchannel allows the user to utilize
a less used channel range (00-38) within a main
c h a n n e l .
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 main channel by pushing and releasing
3
Push and releasebutton.Small numbers
flash next to channel display on LCD.
Channel
buttons.
Func
continued
Operation
Select CTCSS
Subchannel
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.
Note
CTCSS (Coded Tone
Controlled Squelch System) is
an advanced subcoding
system that allows
segmentation of a main
channel.
Func
PTT
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Operation
Select CTCSS
Subchannel
Note
Push and hold the
buttons for fast channel
advance.
Se l e ct CTCSS Su bchannel (00-38) co n t i n u e d
4
Se l e ct s u bcode number by pushing and re l e a s i n g
ChannelChannel
5
When desired code is displayed push and
releasebutton. If key stroke tone is on,
an audible tone will confirm your selection.
buttons.
Enter
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
and/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 37.
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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 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 by pushing and
releasingbuttons.
4
Push and releasebutton.The indicator icon
Channel
Call
will flash and the icon will remain on for 3
seconds.The unit you are calling will hear a 2
second ring tone.
5
Wait for the party’s response or proceed to
“Talking To Another Party”section on next
page.
Operation
Note
Both the calling and receiving units must be on same
channel and subchannel for
the call function to work.
Note
Your incoming “Call”audio
ringing level is dependent on
your unit’s volume s e t t i n g.
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Operation
Talking to
Another
Party
Note
Both units must be on same
channel to communicate.
Talking To Another Party
To send your outgoing message:
1
Turn on your MicroTalk 2 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.
PTT
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.
PTT
...
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
depressed you cannot receive
incoming communications.
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.
PTT
1
Your MicroTalk 2 is always in listening mode when
the PTT button is not pressed and you are not in
fuction mode. See Advanced Features section on
page 20.
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Releasebutton to receive incoming
transmissions.
Auto Squelch
Your MicroTalk 2 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 for 1 second to
allow all signals to ente r.
M
M
Operation
Auto Squelch
Maximum
Range
Extender
Note
To learn more about the
range of your MicroTalk 2,
see MicroTalk 2 Range
Section on page 16.
Range is dependant on
battery condition and
geographic territory.
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MicroTalk 2 Range
MicroTalk 2
Range
MicroTalk 2 Range
Your Mi c ro Talk 2 Radio has a range of up to2 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 .
To achieve maximum
range the auto squelch
can be ove r ri d d e n .
Re fer to Ma x i m u m
Range Extender sect i o n
on page 15.
Making Life Easier and Safer
MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio Can Make Life
Easier and Safer
As you become familiar with your MicroTalk 2
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.
continued
MicroTalk 2
2-Way Radio
Can Make
Life Easier
and Safer
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Making Life Easier and Safer
MicroTalk 2
2-Way Radio
Can Make
Life Easier
and Safer
MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio Can Make Life
Easier and Safer continued
3. Communicating
between basement
and first,second or
third floor.
5. Checking on traveling companions in
another car.
4. Talking to a
neighbor or a
friend.
6. Agree on a meeting
spot after an event.
E x t e rnal Microphone/Speaker Jack
External Microphone/Speaker Jack
Your MicroTalk 2 2-Way Radio can be fitted with
an external microphone/speaker,(not included)
freeing your hands for other tasks.
To attach the external microphone/speaker:
1
Open Mic/Spkr tab on top of unit.
2
Insert jack into the Mic/Spkr ports.
External
Microphone/
Speaker Jack
Note
External microphone/
speaker (item #FA-SM) is not
included with this unit. See
Accessories section on page
37 for available units.
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Advanced Features
Advanced
Features
No t e
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 t e
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
PTT
...
Enter
b u t to n .
Func
Advanced Features
Your MicroTalk 2 has many advanced features
not found on other 2-way radios.
These include:
• Private Call® (Voice Scramble)
• Ring Notification Mode
• Tone Indicator Settings
• Key StrokeTone
• Talk Confirmation Tone
• Lock Key
Advanced Features
Note
If you push and hold the
button,the MicroTalk 2
Function
will cycle through the different functions.
If,after 10 seconds no selection is made, the unit will
return to operational mode.
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Advanced Features
Private Call
( Voice Scramble)
Private Call (Voice Scramble)
Private Call ensures that no one can eavesdrop on
your conversation.
To engage the Private Call function:
1
2
Push and releasebutton until
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.
icon flashes.
Func
PRIVATE
Advanced Features
4
Push and releasebuttons until O N icon
is visible.
4
Push and releasebutton.Unit will go to
operational mode or push function button to
proceed to next function.
Channel
Enter
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
Note
Unit must be in operational
mode to test ring.
Ringer
Your MicroTalk 2 will signal you that there is an
incoming transmission with a ring tone.
Advanced Features
RingerTest
To test the ringer mode:
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 hold button.
3
Quickly push and release button.Unit will
ring for 5 seconds.
Enter
Call
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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 2-Way Radio.
Key StrokeTone Indicator BEEP
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 holdbutton until
disappears in the LCD display.
2
To return to the audible mode,push and hold
display.
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button until
Enter
Enter
BEEP
icon appears in the LCD
BEEP
icon
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 eb u t ton until icon flashes.
2
Push and releaseb u t tons until OFF icon
appears in the LCD display.
3
Push and holdbutton.icon will
disappear or press and hold function key to
proceed to next function.
Func
Channel
Enter
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.
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.
Lock Function
The purpose of the LOCK function is to lock most
buttons to avoid accidental operation.
To engage the LOCK function:
1
Push and release button.icon flashes.
Most buttons are locked.
2
To“unlock”push and release button again.
Buttons are“unlocked”and icon disappears.
Frequency Range
The MicroTalk 2 unit represents one of the most
advanced FM two-way radios used.
8. TRANSIENT FREQ.BEHAVIOR
a)TX ONmS 30
b) TX OFF mS 5
D.POWER SUPPLY
1.BATTERY LIFE (1:1:8 RATIO) HR 24
2.BATTERYV4.8 - 6.0
UNIT
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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 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,accom-
panied 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
Cobra Electronics
Corporation
6500 West Cortland Street
Chicago,Illinois 60707
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 alter-
ations 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 shall not be liable for any incidental, consequential or other damages;including,without limitation,
damages 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.
(1) NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
High performance Nickel Metal
Hydride battery pack for
multiple recharging
FA-BP $29.95
Ear Bud Mic with PTT
I n te g ra ted spe a ker/mic adapte r
that fits in your ear.Includes
s h i rt clip.M A-EBM $29.95
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.
Camouflage Cover
Carrying Case
Durable nylon case perfectly fits
your MicroTalk radio
FA- CC $19.95
Replacement Belt Clip
FA-BC $4.95
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Accessory Order Form
Item #DescriptionCost Ea. Qty. Amount
FA-BPNiMH Re c h a rgeable Bat te ry Pa c k$29.95
M A - E B MEar Bud Mic with PTT$ 2 9 . 9 5
M A - VOXVox Mi c$ 4 9 . 9 5
FA-CH2 Port Desktop Charger$24.95
CA-40Lapel Microphone $25.95
FA - C CCamouflage Cover Ca rrying Ca s e$ 1 9 . 9 5
FA-BCReplacement Belt Clip$4.95
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.
Ma ke check or money order (no stamps)
payable to:
Cobra Accessories Dept.
6500 West Co rtland St.Ch i ca g o,IL 60707
Please print clearly
Name
Address (No P.O.Box)
CityState
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.
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