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This equiment is intended for use in:
• Countries of use
PT •
SE •
CH •
SI •
SK •
TR •
LI •
LU •
MT •
NL •
NO •
PL •
HU •
IE •
IS •
IT •
LT •
LV •
EE •
ES •
FI •
FR •
GB •
GR •
AT •
BE •
CY •
CZ •
DE •
DK •
ENGLISH
POWER Button
VOLUME CONTROL
Buttons
MODE/LOCK Button
CHANNEL SELECT
Buttons
Speaker/Microphone
Belt Clip
CALL Button
External Speaker/
Microphone Jack
LIGHT/MAX
RANGE Button
Battery
Compartment
Lock Tab
TALK Button
Charge Jack
Antenna
Two-Way Radio Model MT 525
Wrist Strap
Connection Location
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PRODUCT FEATURES
English
Features
• Two-Way Radio
with up to a 3 km (2 mile) range
•
8 Channels*
•
38 CTCSS Privacy Codes
• Backlit LCD Display
•
Battery Saver Circuitry
•
Maximum Range Extender
•
Call Alert
• Auto Squelch
• Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep" Confirmation Tone
•
Key Lock
• External Speaker/Microphone Jack
•
Belt Clip
• Wrist Strap
*You are not allowed to use channels 1 and 2 in France.
This situation can change; please contact the French radio licensing authority for
more information.
Main Channel Number
CTCSS Privacy
Code Numbers
Receive/Transmit Icon
Lock Icon
Power Saver Icon Battery Low Icon Roger Beep Icon
Product Information
This microTALK®radio has been manufactured to meet all
required standards for radio equipment using PMR 446
frequencies as authorized. The use of this two-way radio
product involves the public airways and its use may be
subject to local laws or regulations. Contact your radio
licensing authority for more information.
Caring for Your Radio
Your microTALK®radio will give you years of trouble-free
service if cared for properly. Here are a few suggestions:
• Handle the radio gently.
• Keep it away from dust.
• Never put the radio in water or in a damp place.
• Avoid exposure to extreme temperatures.
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Battery Installation
To Install or Replace Batteries:
1. Remove belt clip by releasing belt clip latch and
sliding clip Up.
2. Pull down on the BATTERY DOOR LOCK TAB to
remove the battery compartment cover.
3. Insert four (4) AAA batteries. (Always use high-quality alkaline batteries.) Position batteries according to polarity
markings.
4. Replace Battery Compartment cover and belt clip.
NOTE: See “Optional Accessories” for accessory availability and ordering instructions.
Battery Charging
When the optional NiMH battery pack (part No. FA-BP) is used, the
batteries can be charged using the optional rapid wall mount charger
(part No. PA-CW). Simply place the battery pack in the battery
compartment, open the CHARGE TAB on the side of the unit and insert the
plug into the charge jack to start charging. The batteries should be fully charged in about three (3) hours.
WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.
NOTE: See “Optional Accessories” for accessory availability and ordering instructions.
Radio Power
To Turn Your Radio On:
1. Press and hold the POWER button until you hear a series of audible tones indicating
that the radio is On.
Your microTALK
®
radio is now in LISTENING MODE, ready to receive transmissions. The radio is
always in LISTENING MODE, except when the TALK, CALL or MODE/LOCK buttons are pressed.
To Turn Your Radio Off:
1. Press and hold the POWER button.
OPERATION
English
Lock Tab
Power Button
Remove Belt Clip Insert Batteries
Charging BatteriesCharge Tab
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Battery Low Indicator
When battery power is low, the BATTERY LOW indicator will blink, indicating that batteries should
be replaced or recharged.
WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.
Battery/Power Saver
If there are no transmissions within ten (10) seconds, the unit will automatically switch to Battery
Save mode and POWER SAVER will appear in the display. This will not affect the unit’s ability to
receive incoming transmissions.
Communicating with Another Person
To Talk To Another Person:
1. Press and hold the TALK button.
2. With the microphone about 5 cm (2 inches) from your mouth, speak in
a normal voice.
3. Release the button when you have finished talking and listen for a response.
You cannot receive incoming calls while pressing the TALK button.
Channels
To Select a Channel:
1. With the radio on, select any of the 8 channels by pushing the CHANNEL
UP or CHANNEL DOWN button.
NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code
(see CTCSS Privacy Codes) to communicate.
OPERATION
English
5 cm (2 inches)
From Mouth
Channels
Talk Button
Channel Buttons
Power Saver Icon
Battery Low Icon
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Mode Functions
Press and release the MODE/LOCK button to scroll through the Mode functions. In Mode
Function, you can set Privacy Codes and turn “Roger Beep” on or off.
NOTE: The MODE/LOCK button has dual functions. Press and release to enter Mode Functions.
Press and hold to enter Lock Function.
See CTCSS Privacy Codes, “Roger Beep” Confirmation Tone and Lock Function for more details.
CTCSS Privacy Codes
CTCSS (Continuous Tone Coded Squelch System) is an advanced tone coding system allowing
you to select one of 38 privacy codes to reduce interference from other users on the channel.
NOTE: If you are using a privacy code, both radios must be tuned to the same channel and
privacy code to communicate. Each channel will remember the last privacy code you
selected.
To Select a Privacy Code:
1. After selecting a channel, press and release the MODE/LOCK button until
the small numbers next to the channel number flash on the LCD.
2. Press the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button to select a privacy
code. You can hold the UP or DOWN button for fast advance.
3. When your desired privacy code is displayed, choose one of the following:
a. Press the MODE/LOCK button to enter the new setting and proceed to “Turn Roger Beep
On or Off” selection.
b. Do not press any buttons for fifteen (15) seconds to enter the new setting and return to
LISTENING MODE.
NOTE: The MODE/LOCK button has dual functions. Press and release to enter Mode Function. Press and hold to enter
Lock Function.
OPERATION
English
Mode/Lock Button
Channel Buttons
Select Privacy Code
38 Privacy Codes
Mode/Lock Button
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"Roger Beep" Confirmation Tone
Your listener will hear an audible tone when you release the TALK button. This alerts the other
party that you have finished talking and that it is OK for them to speak. This feature can be
turned on or off.
To Turn “Roger Beep” On or Off:
When you turn On your microTALK®radio for the first time, “Roger Beep”
will be On.
1. Press and release the MODE/LOCK button until the “Roger Beep” icon
flashes. The current On or Off setting is displayed.
2. Press the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL DOWN button to select “Roger
Beep” On or Off.
3. Choose one of the following:
a. Press the MODE/LOCK button to enter the new setting and return to LISTENING MODE.
b. Do not press any buttons for fifteen (15) seconds to enter the new setting and return to
LISTENING MODE.
The setting you select will be saved when you turn your radio off and on again. When the “Roger Beep” is On, the
“Roger Beep” icon will be displayed.
NOTE: The MODE/LOCK button has dual functions. Press and release to enter Mode Function. Press and hold to enter
Lock Function.
Listening for a Response
When You Have 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.
OPERATION
English
Mode/Lock Button
Listening
Channel Buttons
Select Roger Beep
Roger Beep Icon
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Volume
To Adjust the Volume:
1. Press the VOLUME UP or the VOLUME DOWN buttons.
A triple beep sound is used to indicate that you have reached the minimum
(1) or maximum (8) volume level.
Call Button
To Alert Another Person That You Are Calling:
1. Press and release the CALL button.
The other person will hear a two (2) second ringing tone. You cannot send or receive
transmissions during the two (2) second call tone.
NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel and privacy code to communicate.
Lock Function
The MODE/LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN, MODE
and POWER buttons to prevent accidental activation.
To Use the Lock Function:
1. Press and hold the MODE/LOCK button for two (2) seconds to turn the
Lock On or Off.
NOTE: The MODE/LOCK button has dual functions. Press and release to enter Mode Function. Press and hold to
enter Lock Function.
A double beep sound is used to confirm your Lock on or off request. When the radio is in Lock Mode, the Lock icon
will be displayed.
Display Illumination
To Illuminate Your Display:
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button to illuminate the display for ten (10)
seconds.
OPERATION
English
Mode/Lock Button
Volume Buttons
Call Button
Light/Max
Range Button
Volume Level
Lock Icon
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External Speaker/Microphone Jack
Your microTALK®radio can be fitted with an optional external speaker/microphone (not
included), freeing your hands for other tasks.
NOTE: See “Optional Accessories” for accessory availability and ordering instructions.
To Attach the External Speaker/Microphone:
1. Open the SPKR/MIC TAB on top of the unit.
2. Insert the plug into the SPKR/MIC jack.
Auto Squelch/Maximum Range Extender
Your microTALK®radio is equipped with Auto Squelch, which automatically shuts off weak transmissions and unwanted
noise resulting from terrain, conditions, or from reaching your maximum range limit.
You can temporarily turn Off Auto Squelch or turn On Maximum Range Extender, allowing all signals to be received and
extending the maximum range of your radio.
To Temporarily Turn Off Auto Squelch:
1. Press the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for less than five (5) seconds.
If you hear two (2) beeps, you have turned the Maximum Range Extender On (see below).
To Turn Maximum Range Extender On:
1. Press and hold the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button for at least five (5) seconds until you hear two
(2) beeps, indicating that the Maximum Range Extender is On.
To Turn Maximum Range Extender Off:
1. Press and release the LIGHT/MAX RANGE button or change channels.
microTALK®Range
Your microTALK®radio has a range of up to three (3) kilometres (2 miles).
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.
OPERATION
English
External Speaker/
Microphone
Light/Max
Range Button
Maximum Range
Reduced Range
Reduced Range
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D.O.C., OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES,
WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SERVICE
English
Declaration of Conformity
This declaration is the responsibility of the manufacturer/importer
Cobra Electronics Europe Limited
Dungar House
Northumberland Avenue
Dun Laoghaire
County Dublin, Ireland
Date: November 4, 2003
This certifies that the following designated product
PRIVATE MOBILE RADIO: MT 525
(Product Identification)
complies with the essential protection requirements of R & TTE Directive
1999/5/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States
relating to Radio Spectrum Matters, EMC and Electrical Safety. This
declaration applies to all specimens manufactured in accordance with the
attached technical documentation described in Annex II of the Directive
which forms part of this declaration. Assessment of compliance of the
product (class 2.6) with the requirements relating to the essential
requirements according to Article 3 R & TTE was based on Annex IV of
Directive 1999/5/EC and the following standards:
Radio Spectrum: EN 300 296-2 v.1.1.1 (02/01)
(Identification of regulations/standards)
EMC: EN 301 489-5 (07/2000)
(Identification of regulations/standards)
Electrical Safety: EN 60065: 1998
(Identification of regulations/standards)
RF Exposure: EN 50371: 2002
(Identification of regulations/standards)
DUBLIN, IRELAND MIKE KAVANAGH
Optional Accessories
For accessory orders and availability,
please contact your local dealer.
PA-BC1 . . . . . .Replacement Belt Clip
FA-BP . . . . . . .NiMH Rechargeable
Battery Pack
PA-CW . . . . . .Rapid Wall Mount Charger
(220 V, 2-pin CE plug and
240 V, 3-pin UK plug adapter)
MA-SM . . . . . .Lapel Speaker/Microphone
MA-VOX . . . . .VOX Headset
Speaker/Microphone
MA-EBM . . . . .Ear Bud Microphone
with Push To Talk Button
Warranty &
Customer Service
For warranty and customer service
information, please contact your local
dealer.
PA-BC1
FA-BP
PA-CW
MA-SM
MA-VOX
MA-EBM
1177
For use in EU countries, subject to local laws
and regulations.
CEEL™ is a trademark of Cobra Electronics
Corporation, USA.
Snake design and microTALK®are registered
trademarks of Cobra Electronics Corporation, USA.
©2003 Cobra®Electronics Europe Limited
Dungar House, Northumberland Avenue
Dun Laoghaire, County Dublin, Ireland
www.cobra.com
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