Cobra microTALK MT 725 Owner's Manual

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POWER Button

VOLUME CONTROL
Buttons

MODE Button

CHANNEL SELECT
Buttons

Speaker/Microphone

CALL Button

External Speaker/
Microphone Jack

TALK Button

LIGHT/MAX
RANGE Button

Charge/Intercom
Jack

Antenna

Two-Way Radio Model MT 725

LOCK Button

Main Channel Number

CTCSS Privacy
Code Numbers

Receive/Transmit

Lock

Power Saver

Battery Level Indicator

Dual Watch

Baby Monitor

VibrAlert

®

/Call Alert

VOX

Scan

Roger Beep

Keystroke Tone

Belt Clip

Battery Compartment

Lock Tab

Wrist Strap Connection Location

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 •

PRODUCT FEATURES

• Two-Way Radio with up to a 3 km
(2 mile) range

• 8 Channels*

• 38 CTCSS Privacy Codes

• Backlit LCD Display

• Water Resistant

• Battery Saver Circuitry

• Maximum Range Extender

• VOX Mode for Hands-Free
Transmissions

• VibrAlert®Silent Paging

• Baby Monitor Function

• Intercom Capability

• Call Alert (5 Selectable Tones)

• Scan (Channel, Privacy Code)

• Dual Watch Programmable
2-Location Scan

• Key Lock

• Auto Squelch

• Selectable On/Off "Roger Beep"
Confirmation Tone

• Selectable On/Off Keystroke Tone

• External Speaker/Microphone Jack

• Belt Clip

• Wrist Strap

• Battery Charge Contacts in Battery
Compartment Door

• Two-Port Rapid Desktop Charger
with AC Adapter (240V, 3-Pin
UK Plug)

• Two Rechargeable NiMH
Battery Packs

*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.

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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.

Product Features

OPERATION

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 the rechargeable NiMH battery pack (part No. FA-BP) according to
instructions indicated on battery pack.

NOTE: Four high-quality alkaline (4) AAA batteries can

also be used. Position batteries according to
polarity markings.

4. Replace Battery Compartment cover and belt clip.

Battery Pack Charging

Your microTALK®radio includes two (2) rechargeable
NiMH battery packs (part No. FA-BP) and a two-port
rapid desktop charger (part No. PA-CD).

Your two-port rapid desktop charger is capable of
recharging:

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a. One (1) radio (with battery pack installed in

battery compa-rtment) and one (1) battery pack
using the included battery pack guide in the radio
charging well.

b. Two (2) radios (with battery pack installed in

battery compartment).

c. Two (2) battery packs using the included battery pack guides in the

radio charging wells.

You should fully charge the included rechargeable NiMH battery packs (part
No. FA-BP) before using your microTALK®radios for the first time.

NOTE: Estimated Operation Time On Full Charge: 15 Hours.

This rechargeable battery must be recycled or disposed of properly in
compliance with all applicable laws. It must not be thrown away with
household rubbish.

NOTE: Do not put batteries into fire or expose to high heat. They may

explode.

Remove Belt Clip

Lock Tab

Insert Batteries

Battery Packs &
Desktop Charger

One Battery Pack &
One Radio

OPERATION

To Recharge the Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack In Radio:

1. Attach the POWER SUPPLY to the
charger base and plug it into an
electrical socket.

2. Place the rechargeable NiMH
BATTERY PACK (part No. FA-BP) in
the battery compartment (see “Battery Installation”).

3. Place the RADIO in the charger base.

The CHARGE light on the charger base will indicate when
the radio is inserted into the charger properly.

A full charge will take approximately three (3) hours. You
can leave the unit in the charger indefinitely.

It is recommended that your radio should be turned off while being charged.

WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.

To Recharge the Rechargeable NiMH Battery Pack:

1. Attach the POWER SUPPLY to the
charger base and plug it into an
electrical socket.

2. Insert BATTERY PACK GUIDE in the
radio charging well.

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3. Place the rechargeable NiMH BATTERY PACK (part No.
FA-BP) in the charger base with metal contacts facing
rear of charger stand.

The CHARGE light on the charger base will indicate when
the rechargeable NiMH battery pack (part No. FA-BP) is inserted into the
charger properly.

A full charge will take approximately three (3) hours. You can leave the the
battery pack in the charger indefinitely.

WARNING: Only the NiMH battery pack FA-BP can be recharged.

Optional Battery Charging

When the NiMH battery pack (part No. FA-BP) is used,
the battery pack 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/INTERCOM 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.

Charging Batteries

Charge/Intercom
Tab

Battery Pack
In Radio

Charging Battery
Packs In Radios

Insert Battery Pack
Guide(s)

Charging Battery
Packs Only

Attach Power Supply

Attach Power Supply

OPERATION

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
buttons are pressed.

To Turn Your Radio Off:

1. Press and hold the POWER button.

Battery Low Indicator

Battery power is indicated by the segments appearing at
the bottom of the display. As battery power decreases,
fewer segments will be visible. When the last segment
begins to flash, the 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,

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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.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel

and privacy code to communicate.

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 except when the TALK, CALL or MODE buttons
are pressed.

Power Button

Battery Low

5 cm (2 Inches)
From Mouth

Talk Button

Power Saver

Listening

OPERATION

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 receive transmissions while sending a call.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel

and privacy code to communicate.

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.

You can press and hold the CHANNEL UP or CHANNEL

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DOWN button for fast advance.

NOTE: Both radios must be tuned to the same channel

and privacy code (see “CTCSS Privacy Codes”) to
communicate.

Lock Function

The LOCK button locks the CHANNEL UP, CHANNEL DOWN, MODE and POWER
buttons to prevent accidental operation.

To Use the Lock Function:

1. Press and hold the LOCK button for
two (2) seconds to turn the Lock
On or Off.

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.

Call Button

Volume Level

Volume Buttons

Lock Button

Channel Buttons

Channels

Lock Icon

Light/Max Range
Button