Cobra microTALK CX190 User Manual

TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL

CX190

User’s Guide

Making Life Easier
And Safer

Staying in touch with your family and friends is
convenient and easy when using your microTALK
radio. Some of the many uses you will discover
include:

Communicating with others while hiking, biking, and
working; keeping track of family and friends at a
crowded public event; checking with travel compan­ions in another car; talking with neighbors; arranging
meeting spots with others while shopping at the mall.

While in Standby mode or when selecting

a channel, shows current channel (1 through 22).

When adjusting the volume,

shows current level (1 through 8).

Icon blinks and an audible tone will be

heard when battery power level is low.

Your microTALK

designed to extend battery life. If there are no

transmissions within ten (10) seconds, the radio

will automatically switch to Battery Save mode.

This will not affect the radio’s ability to receive

Talk Button

Press and hold to communicate with
others. With the microphone about two
(2) inches [five (5) cm] from your mouth,
speak in a normal voice.

Release the Talk button when you are
finished talking and listen for a response.
You cannot receive incoming calls while
pressing the Talk button.

NOTE Both radios must be tuned to
the same channel to communicate.

Battery Low Icon

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radio has a unique circuit

incoming transmissions.

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Channel Numbers

Customer Assistance

In this user’s guide, you should find all the information you need to operate your microTALK

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radio. If you require

further assistance after reading this guide, Cobra offers the following customer assistance services:

For Assistance In The U.S.A.

Customer Assistance Operators

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time,
Monday through Friday (except holidays)

866-721-3805 (phone) or
[e-mail] (email)

www.cobrawalkietalkie.com

English and Spanish.

Speaker/Microphone
Jack

LCD
Display

Weather Icon

Visible when in weather radio mode. You can use your microTALK
radio to listen to weather channels transmitting in your area.

Receive Icon

Visible when receiving a message.

Transmit Icon

Visible when transmitting a message.

Channel/Volume Indicator

Visible when receiving a message.
“CH” is visible when in Standby mode or when
selecting a channel.“LE” is visible when adjusting volume.

Antenna

Belt Clip

Battery

Compartment

Cover

USB Charge
Jack

Up/Down Buttons

Press and release to
adjust the volume.

While in mode function,
press and release to
change channels.

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Call Button

Press and release to alert others that you
are calling. This tone is used only to establish
voice communications.

Mode/Power Button

Press and hold to turn the radio On or Off.

Press on the Mode button once to
change channels.

The channel numbers will blink when that
mode is selected. Use the Up/Down buttons
to select a channel.

Press on the Mode button twice to enter the
Weather Channels. Use the Up/Down
buttons to select the strongest weather
channel in your area.

Printed in China, Part No. KEM-ML38101-19

Maximum range may vary and is based on unobstructed
line-of-sight communication under ideal conditions.

Installing Batteries

Remove Belt Clip

Pull Latch Up

Insert Batteries

Battery low icon will be displayed and blinking when the
radio is charging

To Install or Replace Batteries:

1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip
latch and sliding clip up.

2. Pull up on the battery door latch to remove the
battery compartment cover.

3. Insert three (3) AAA batteries. Position
batteries according to polarity markings.

4. Replace battery compartment cover
and belt clip.

• Do not attempt to charge alkaline batteries.

• Do not mix old and new batteries.

• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or

rechargeable (Ni-Cd, Ni-MH, etc.) batteries.

• If you are planning to buy NiMh batteries,

please purchase Cobra supplied batteries only.

TWO-WAY RADIO MODEL

CX190

User’s Guide

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1)
This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2)
this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

Safety Information For microTALK

Your wireless handheld portable transceiver contains a
low power transmitter. When the Talk button is pushed, it
sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. The device is

authorized to operate at a duty factor not to exceed

50%. In August 1996, the Federal Communications
Commissions (FCC) adopted RF exposure guidelines
with safety levels for handheld wireless devices.

Important:

FCC RF Exposure Requirements: For body-worn
operation, this radio has been tested and meets the FCC
RF exposure guidelines when used with Cobra
accessories supplied or designated for this product. Use
of other accessories may no ensure compliance with
FCC RF exposure guidelines. Use only

the supplied antenna. Unauthorized antennas,

modifications, or attachments could damage the
transmitter and may violate FCC regulations.

Normal Position:

Hold the transmitter approximately two (2) inches from
your face and speak in a normal voice, with the antenna
pointed up and away.

FCC Part 15.21 Warning Statement-

NOTE: THE GRANTEE IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY

CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT EXPRESSLY
APPROVED BY THE PARTY RESPONSIBLE FOR
COMPLIANCE. SUCH MODIFICATIONS COULD VOID

THE USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE
EQUIPMENT.

IC RSS-GEN

This device complies with ISEDC license-exempt RSS

standard(s). 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.

Under ISEDC regulations, this radio transmitter may only

operate using an antenna of a type and maximum (or

lesser) gain approved for the transmitter by ISEDC. To

reduce potential radio interference to other users, the
antenna type and its gain should be so chosen that the
equivalent isotropically radiated power (e.i.r.p.) is not
more than that necessary for successful communication.

The applicant is responsible for providing proper
instructions to the user of the radio device, and any
usage restrictions, including limits of exposure durations.
The user manual shall provide installation and operation
instructions, as well as any special usage conditions, to

ensure compliance with SAR and/or RF field strength

Printed in China, Part No. KEM-KEM-ML38101-19

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Radios

limits. For instance, compliance distance shall be clearly
stated in the user manual.

Radiation Exposure Statement:

Any Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.

For Remote controller, SAR tests are conducted using
standard operating positions accepted by the

FCC/ISEDC with the device transmitting at its highest

certified power level in all tested frequency bands,
although the SAR is determined at the highest certified
power level, the actual SAR level of the device while
operating can be well below the maximum value.

Before a new model device is available for sale to the
public, it must be tested and certified to the FCC that it
does not exceed the exposure limit established by the

FCC/ISEDC, Tests for each device are performed in

positions and locations (e.g. at the ear and worn on the

body) as required by the FCC/ISEDC.

For body worn operation, this model device has been

tested and meets the FCC/ISEDC RF exposure

guidelines when used with an accessory designated for
this product or when used with an accessory that
Contains no metal and that positions the handset a
minimum of 10 mm from the body.

Non-compliance with the above restrictions may result in
violation of RF exposure guidelines.

Product Service and Support

For any questions about operating this new Cobra
branded product, PLEASE CONTACT US FIRST… do not
return this product to the retail store. The contact
information for support will vary depending on the

country in which you purchased and utilize the product.

To obtain warranty service or other information for
products purchased from Altis itself or through its

authorized reseller or agent and utilized in the U.S.A.,

please call our consumer support line at [phone],
or email us at [e-mail]. You will receive
instructions on how to ship the products at your expense

to an Altis Global Limited Authorized Service Center. To

obtain service, you must include: (a) a copy of your
receipt, bill of sale or other comparable proof of
purchase; (b) a written description of the problem; and,
most importantly; (c) your address and telephone
number.

For warranty and customer service information outside
the US, please contact your local dealer.

For further information needed on its features, please
visit www.cobrawalkietalkie.com for frequently asked
questions and the electronic manual.

Trademark Acknowledgement

Manufactured, distributed, or sold by Altis Global
Limited, official licensee for this product. Cobra

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microTalk
snake design are registered trademarks of Cobra
Electronics Corporation, USA. Cobra Electronics
Corporation™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics
Corporation, USA. All other product or service names are
the property of their respective owners.

© Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA 2019. All rights
reserved.

, Nothing Comes Close to a Cobra®, and the

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Limited One-Year Warranty

Altis Global Limited warrants to the original consumer
purchaser only that this product and the component
parts thereof, will be free from defects in workmanship
and materials for a period of one year from the date of

first consumer purchase. During this period, Altis will,

repair or replace, at its sole option and discretion, this
product or any defective parts. Altis’ liability hereunder
shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective
part or parts, and such correction shall constitute a
fulfilment of all of Altis’ warranties hereunder.

This limited warranty is only valid for the original
consumer purchaser in limited jurisdictions and is not
transferrable. This limited warranty will automatically
terminate prior to expiration if this product is sold or
otherwise transferred to another party. The product must

be purchased from Altis or an authorized dealer or the

warranty is void. This limited warranty is valid only for

products purchased and utilized in specific jurisdictions.

Please visit our website at www.cobrawalkietalkie.com
for a list of jurisdictions wherein this limited warranty is
valid.

This limited warranty does not cover damage due to
misuse, abuse, negligence, acts of God, accident,
commercial use or modification of, or to any part of this
product. This warranty does not cover damage due to
improper operation, maintenance or installation; ordinary
wear and tear; or attempted alterations or repairs by

anyone other than Altis or someone authorized by Altis to
do warranty work. Any unauthorized alterations or

repairs will void this warranty. This limited warranty does
not cover product sold AS IS or WITH ALL FAULTS. This
limited warranty is invalid if the factory applied serial
number or date stamp has been altered, defaced or
removed from this product. This limited warranty does

not cover product purchased or utilized in a jurisdiction

not covered.

The procedure for obtaining service and support, and the
applicability of this warranty, will vary depending on the

country or jurisdiction in which you purchase and utilize

the product. For details on obtaining product service,
support and other warranty information please visit
www.cobrawalkietalkie.com.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state
and country to country.

EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN THIS

WARRANTY, ALTIS MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES,

EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ALTIS EXPRESSLY
DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES NOT STATED IN THIS
LIMITED WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
THAT MAY BE IMPOSED BY LAW ARE LIMITED TO THE
TERMS OF THIS EXPRESSED WARRANTY.

LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND DAMAGES. REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THE

CONSUMER. ALTIS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY

INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ATTORNEYS’ FEES
AND/OR COSTS OF LITIGATION, FOR BREACH OF ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY ON THIS
PRODUCT. ALTIS IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES
CAUSED BY THE PRODUCT OR BY THE PRODUCT TO
PERFORM, INCLUDING ANY LOST PROFITS, LOST
SAVINGS, INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. ALTIS IS NOT LIABLE
FOR ANY CLAIM MADE BY A THIRD PARTY OR MADE
BY YOU FOR A THIRD PARTY. THIS LIMITATION
APPLIES WHETHER DAMAGES ARE SOUGHT, OR A
CLAIM MADE, UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR AS A TORT
CLAIM (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR STRICT
PRODUCT LIABILITY), A CONTRACT CLAIM, OR ANY
OTHER CLAIM. THIS LIMITATION CANNOT BE WAIVED
OR AMENDED BY ANY PERSON. THIS LIMITATION OF

LIABILITY WILL BE EFFECTIVE EVEN IF ALTIS OR AN

AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE OF ALTIS HAS BEEN
ADVISED BY YOU OF THE POSSIBILITY OF ANY SUCH
DAMAGES.

Some states and countries do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts and do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state
and country to country.

Provided that the product was purchased from Altis itself

or through its authorized reseller or agent and utilized in

the U.S.A., Altis will, without charge, repair or replace, at
its option, defective products, products or component

parts upon delivery to the authorized Altis Global Limited
Authorized Service Center, accompanied by proof of the

date of first customer 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, to an address in the U.S.A, will be at Altis’
expense, if the product is under warranty.

For Products Purchased Outside the U.S.A.

Please contact your authorized local reseller or agent for

warranty information.